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‘Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.’ 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NRSV)
What was the Apostle Paul saying in his letter to the people of Thessalonica?
How can we rejoice always; how can we pray without ceasing, and get on with the things of life? The answer to this question is in the words, ‘give thanks in all circumstances’.
When we give thanks to God in spite of the way we feel, God gives us joy in spite of our circumstances. The more we give thanks to God the more we shall find ourselves rejoicing, and the more we shall live in an unceasing attitude of prayer. It is as if a light has been switched on, and we find ourselves not wanting to live any other way. But let’s not become disheartened if, at first, we struggle to live as Paul exhorted the people of Thessalonica to live. With God’s help we grow, and as we grow, we experience more and more of his joy. When we practice thankfulness consistently, negative thought patterns grow weaker and weaker, and those dark days gradually disappear, supplanted by days of joy. In this Advent Season may the light of the Christ Child shine brightly in our lives bringing to each of us the joy of Christmas, eternal joy. Grace peace and love to all — Bill Rosier |
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So far we do not have any record of virus transmission related to our church service on Sunday. One strategy we have used is cross ventilation. And wear a mask, please To this point in time, we have been very successful at Wesley in responding to the coronavirus pandemic that has been with us for more than three years. The movement of air through a building substantially reduces the risk of cross-infection. By opening doors and windows around the church, we move air in and out of the building and reduce the risk of airborne transmission. Please wear warm clothing on cold days! The other successful strategy is the wearing of a mask. This is no longer mandatory, but is highly recommended by NSW Health. Bryan Mullan — Safe Church Team show less
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The Christian Life, Baptism and Confirmation Hindi Speaking Church at St Clair
This Church Fellowship was formally recognised as a Hindi speaking Faith Community by the Assembly of the Uniting Church in Australia and celebrated as such at the recent Presbytery meeting. Ann & Mike serve as the Church Leaders of this Community that has been worshipping for more than 15 years.
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