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WELCOME to ST PAUL's. We ELCOME TO ST PAUL’S. We are glad that you have come to Our parish’s patron is St Paul W worship God with us today. If the Apostle, one of the early you are a visitor from another parish, or Church’s missionary leaders. worshipping with us for the first time, A dynamic preacher, he please introduce yourself to our parish visited communities located priest, Fr James Collins, or to anyone around the Mediterranean wearing a name badge, over a cup of tea or Sea and in Asia Minor proclaiming the good news of coffee in the parish hall after the service. the death and resurrection of You’ll find it behind the church. Jesus Christ. In his first letter to the Church at Corinth, Paul tells how he handed on the tradition of the Last Supper to them and it is this sacred meal that we share 8.00am – Sung Eucharist which makes us one with Jesus 9.30am – Choral Eucharist and with the Church, both liv- ing and departed, today. Scholar Bishop chosen for South Sydney 3 Birthday greetings to Stevie & Chandar! 5 The Brighton 6 Colonial Campbelltown Bus Trip 9 A Whale of a Time 14 Come and listen to Roy Williams, 16 A well-known Presbyterian author The Black Dot: A Beautiful and 25 Inspiring Story! People needing wheelchair access can enter St Paul’s most conveniently by the First aid kits are located on the wall of door at the base of the belltower. the kitchen in the Large Hall behind the church and in the choir vestry. Please turn your mobile phone off or on to silent before the service starts. It’ll Name badges help make St Paul’s an save you much embarrassment later on. inclusive community. If you need a new name badge, fill in the form on the inside back cover, send it to the parish office, and one will be made and left in church for you. Kids are welcome in church at any service. There is a selection of children’s books and toys at the back of Toilets are available at the entrance to the church near the font and there are the parish hall, which is located behind also kids’ activity sheets and pencils the church. available at the back of the church where the pew sheets and prayer books are. Children’s Church runs during Term Ask a member of the clergy or anyone Time. Meet at the back of the church at who’s wearing a name badge. We’re the beginning of the 9.30am Eucharist. here to help. Please feel free to bring your children to the altar rail to receive a blessing, or to receive Communion if they have been admitted to the sacrament. As you take your place in your pew, please make yourself aware of the route to the nearest emergency exit. Should there be a fire, leave quickly, turn right, and assemble by the roundabout on Burwood Road. The Archbishop of Sydney, Dr Glenn Davies, has announced he has chosen the Rev Michael Stead to be the next Bishop of South Sydney. He will replace Bishop Robert Forsyth, who retires in December after 15 years in the position. Dr Stead holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of New South Wales, is an honours graduate of Moore College with a Bachelor of Divinity and a Diploma of Ministry, and was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy by the University of Gloucestershire in 2007. He is a part-time lecturer in Old Testament at Moore Theological College. The Standing Committee of the Diocese of Sydney confirmed the appointment last Monday 24th August. In a speech to the Committee commending his new bishop, Archbishop Davies said “For the past sixty years, a scholar has adorned the ranks of the college of bishops in the Diocese of Sydney, including Marcus Loane, Donald Robinson, Paul Barnett and Peter Jensen. To my mind this is an admirable tradition which has served our diocese well, and I believe that Michael’s appointment as an Assistant Bishop will enhance our episcopal leadership in the Diocese, in the national church and beyond.” Dr Stead has extensive experience in church affairs nationally and internationally. He is a member of the General Synod Standing Continued over… Committee and has been the Secre- Eschatology. He has written four tary of the General Synod Doctrine books and his latest work, a com- Commission for the past decade. In- mentary on Zechariah, has just ternationally, he is an active sup- been released. porter of the Global Anglican Fu- “I am humbled and honoured to be ture Conference or GAFCON and appointed Bishop of South Sydney. played a key part in the operations Felicity and I have always had a team that coordinated GAFCON passion for parish ministry and this 2013, as well as being a member of will continue as we support those the writing group that produced the ministering in the South Sydney re- Nairobi Communique. gion.” Dr Stead said. The Archbishop described Dr Stead “I am looking forward to working as “intelligent, winsome and wise”. together with churches as we seek “Michael has an extraordinary mix to proclaim the good news of salva- of skills and competencies, includ- tion through Jesus Christ and draw ing computer science and account- people into a vibrant life of faithful ing as well as theology. At the age of obedience.” 46, he has already made an out- The Consecration Service will be standing contribution to the life of held in the Cathedral Church of St our Diocese.” Dr Davies said. Andrew on Saturday 5 December at Dr Stead is married to Felicity, and 10.30am. the couple have three teenage chil- dren. He has been on the staff at St James Turramurra since 2000, be- coming rector in 2008. During this time, the church has more than dou- $2105 bled in size, growing from 4 Sunday Thank you for responding to congregations to 8, including 2 new God’s generous love. church plants into local primary schools. Dr Stead’s research interests include Biblical Theology, the Atonement, Hermeneutics and Our warmest best wishes to Stevie Proctor and Chandar Singh who had a birthday- many happy returns and every blessing. We express our sincere thanks to Pam and to Mary for organizing such a splendid day out on the Thursday's bus trip. Your love and care and hard work are greatly appreciated. Thanks to you, everyone had a wonderful day. We are very grateful to Caitlyn and Alan for organizing the bush walk. It was a terrific day and the scenery was magnificent. All those who attended the RSCM Evensong were truly blessed to share in such a wonderful act of worship. We are most grateful to Sheryl for all of the preparation that went into the Evensong and to the Choir for singing so beautifully. We thank the Bell Ringers for ringing prior to the Evensong and to all who helped set up or prepare flowers or help in any way. Gerry did a great job organizing everything and we are truly grateful to him for making it such a special evening. Fr James celebrated the Eucharist at the Brighton this week for the first time. It was a wonderful service that marked a new beginning of reach- ing out in fellowship to old friends and new. There is a delightful chapel which was filled to capacity on Tuesday, so next time we will open out the doors into the room behind. How lovely. It was a beautiful service and then people shared in morning tea afterwards. We look forward to this becoming a regular service where all are wel- come to share in the Lord’s Supper. The next Service will be on the 22nd September, at 11.15am. We thank the very kind parishioner who gave some beautiful new plants for the rectory garden. We are very grateful to Syd and Bill for all that they do to help keep our grounds and gardens looking so beautiful. We also thank Kevin Finnerty and Piers Connolly for their help in the garden too. Tickets are available for the Father's Day raffle Tickets $2 each or 3 for $5. It will be drawn on Father's Day, next Sunday 6th September. Prizes include: a bottle of Drambuie Liquor, an electric Kettle, an overnight bag and more. Tickets are available at the office or after the Sunday services. Thank you very much to all who attended Choral Evensong last Friday, 20th August. It was encouraging to see our Parish faithful scattered amongst the members of RSCM. It was wonderful having an Altar party - thank you all. Antonia Deasey and Stephen Bydder were our Readers. - thank you both. Fr James continued the theme of earth and heaven in his homily, and this created the strong link with our beautiful anthem, "And I saw a new heaven" by Edgar Bainton. To Gillian Taylor and Jeremy Southwood, special thanks for being cantors - beautiful singing. Our choir of St Paul's and our friends offered their best to convey the spiritual focus of Evensong. Ross Cobb accompanied the Service for which we thank him. Michael Deasey OAM played the Walcker Organ for the postlude - a personal tribute to Peter McMillan OAM. I wish to thank Caroline Badra and Gerry Hayes their assistance for this Service. Sheryl Southwood Director of Music Fr James email to Bishop-Elect Michael: Dear Michael, I hope that you are well. Congratulations on the announcement of your appointment as the next Bishop of South Sydney after Bishop Robert retires.
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