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Our Lord Jesus Christ is speaking those same words to each one of us personally. “Peace be with you.” Peace is a wonderful gift, but so often we find it elusive. Among other things Advent is a time when we think about peace. But why can it be so elusive? When we are agitated what gets our attention?
We so often move into an automatic mode without thinking - a mode which says, “I’ve got to fix this.” And so we get to work to fix whatever it is that is causing our agitation. I want to suggest to you that there are two words that go together - peace and cease. When we are agitated about something, this is the signal to stop, to cease whatever we are doing and centre on the Prince of Peace. (See Isaiah 9:6.)
In our ceasing we shall sense that this Prince of Peace is our constant companion, and suddenly, we shall find that we are no longer agitated. And because we are no longer agitated, we shall begin to see the way ahead. Is that a waste of time? No way! In fact, it will save time. Try it and see.
Just before he ascended into heaven Jesus gathered his disciples together, and said, “I am leaving you with a gift - peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” John 14:27 (NLT)
As today’s disciples, let’s cease from whatever is causing a problem for us, and receive that beautiful gift of peace. It really is ours for the taking.
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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 two 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.
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
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December Rosters are now on the Roster page
Wednesdays@Wesley Hymn Singing is on at 10am, first Wednesday each month. Next 7th December.
Wesley Walkers Christmas Lunch
Saturday 17th December, meet at Showground Metro, 9:30 outside station, to go to Woolwich Pier Hotel.
Parramatta Mission Christmas Lunch Appeal
We are again partnering with the Parramatta Mission for its Christmas Lunch. You can buy a plate for $10, and write a personal message to someone.
We are also collecting items for Christmas Hampers, there are bags in the foyer for this.
Both these collections will run until 18th December.
We are also collecting for the Bill Crews Foundation (Exodus, Ashfield). There are flyers in the Church describing what is needed
Give Blood at Wesley
The Red Cross Blood Collection unit will be operating at Wesley Church on the following days in December,
Click What it means to give blood for 2 pages from the Red Cross (in a new window).
The Christian Life, Baptism and Confirmation
If you would like to learn more about the Christian faith, Rev. Carmel has been conducting classes over the past few months, and further classes will be available in future
Hindi Speaking Church at St Clair
Congratulations and abundant blessings from everyone at Wesley Castle Hill to Mike and Ann Kumar, who are leaders at the Hindi Speaking Church at St Clair.
The Church is active in supporting:
- young people – with a young leader responding to God’s call to ministry.
- Upskilling and supporting elders in bilingual lay ministry
- The vulnerable
- provision of over 1400 Eye Sights to the marginalised community in Fiji
- offering pastoral care
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Newscope
is being produced, and are being emailed to members, or recent issues can be downloaded here.
Printed copies will also be available for those who return to church, and mailed to those who are unable to attend.
Donations and Giving:
Wesley relies entirely on the generosity of its members and friends for financial support.
Many members now prefer to use regular online offerings.
Meet a Member short bio of members
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Members are invited to submit a short bio for Newscope in a 'Meet a Member' page. This is to help us know each other better, and make connections.
You can download a Word template to complete and email or give to Annette Smith.
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Newscope weekly newsletter is available for download here
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