Readings for Today
Malachi 3:1-4 - The day of judgment is near
Psalm: Luke 1:68-79 - Song of Zechariah (Benedictus)
Philippians 1:3-11 - Be ready for the day of Christ
Luke 3:1-6 - All people will see the salvation of our God
Prayer of the Day
(Let us pray that we are ready for Christ’s coming. [silence])
Merciful God, you sent your messengers to preach repentance and prepare the way for our salvation. Turn us away from our sins, so that we greet our coming redeemer, Jesus Christ, with joy. For he lives with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Amen.
Readings for 15th December – (Third Sunday of Advent – Yr C)
Zephaniah 3:14-20 - The Lord will renew us by his love
Psalm - Isaiah 12:2-6
Philippians 4:4-7 - Rejoice! The Lord is near
Luke 3:7-18 - What must we do?
Ministry Area Announcements:
Please note: Dalby Church office will be closed from Monday 23 December to Monday 6 January 2025.
The Chairperson of the Parish (Ian Peters) has a new email address. If you wish to contact him regarding Parish matters please use the following email: chair@swqlp.org.au
Trinity, Chinchilla:
Chairperson: Luke Boshammer (0413 960 056)
Elders: Luke Boshammer (0413 960 056) Wayne Eising (0448 623 149)
Rosters | Cleaning | Altar | Reader |
8th & 15th Dec | L & G Smith | D Forster M Hensel | Wendy (8th) Stan (15th) |
22nd & 29th Dec | M & J Walsh | D Forster M Hensel | Mary (22nd) Merilyn (29th) |
5th & 12th Jan 2025 | C Robinson L Eising | M Eising K Kleidon | Wendy (5th) Stan (12th) |
19th & 26th Jan 2025 | D Forster M Hensel | M Eising K Kleidon | Mary (19th) Merilyn (26th) |
Coming Events & News:
Saturday December 21st @ 3:30 pm - Chinchilla Presbyterian Church: you are invited to a Christmas Carols Fundraising Concert for our local chaplains! This will be an hour of traditional carols along with a couple of excerpts from the Messiah, performed by Yvette Bracefield. Feel free to join in and sing along on old favourites such as Silent Night and O Come All Ye Faithful.
Entry fee: $5 per person ages five and up. Donations above this amount are appreciated. Preschoolers free. All proceeds go directly to Chinchilla School Chaplaincy.
St John’s, Downfall Creek:
Chairperson: Daryn Stiller (0400 306 393)
Elders: Mick Hoffmann (0427 282 106) Daryn Stiller (0400 306 393)
Rosters | Ushers | Cleaning | Flowers | Music | Bible Reader | Hostess | Lay Reader |
Dec 2024 | Doug & Jules | Kym | Doris | Kym | Ken | Mick Kym | Mick |
Jan 2025 | Doug & Jules | Lisa | Juliana | Juliana | Dale | Ken Jean | Daryn |
Feb 2025 | Doug & Jules | Kym | Jean | Kym | Ken | Daryn & Lisa | Mick |
Coming Events & News:
Redeemer, Miles:
Chairperson: Steven Stiller (0477 581 663)
Elder: Steven Stiller (0477 581 663)
Coming Events & News:
Bulletin Notices:
Please contact Dalby Church Office for all bulletin notices (to be provided before 1pm Wed).
P: 0476 029 220 E: office@stmarksdalby.com.au
Pastor:
25 Sheriff Street, Chinchilla, Qld, 4413
P: E:
Daily Bible Readings:
Mon 9th James 3:13 – 4:12;
Tues 10th James 4:13 – 5:6;
Wed 11th James 5:7–12;
Thu 12th James 5:13–20;
Fri 13th Ephesians 1:1–14;
Sat 14th Isaiah 12:2–6;
Services across our Ministry Area:
Date | Sunday | Chinchilla | D’fall Creek | Miles |
8th Dec | 2 Advent (Violet) | 8.30am | 6.00pm HC |
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15th Dec | 3 Advent (Violet) | 8.30am | 6.00pm | 11.00am |
22nd Dec | 4 Advent (Violet) | 8.30am | 6.00pm |
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24th Dec | Christmas Eve (White) Pastor Joel Pukallus | 6.00pm (followed by shared meal) |
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29th Dec | 1 Christmas (White) | 8.30am | 6.00pm |
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5th Jan 2025 | 2 Christmas (White) | 8.30am | 6.00pm | 11.00am |
12th Jan 2025 | 1 Epiphany (White) | 8.30am | 6.00pm |
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Service times for Charleville:
All Saints Anglican Church (Lutheran service) – 41 Alfred St – (2nd & 4th Sundays @ 8.30am)
Home Church - 91 Watson St – (1st & 3rd Sundays @ 9.00am)
Worship at Home:
God always encourages his people to gather for worship in person to receive his Word and Sacraments, however, if you’re not able to attend worship in person, you might watch one of the following:
· St Mark’s, Dalby: https://www.youtube.com/@StMarksLutheranChurchDalby
· LCA QLD District: https://qld.lca.org.au/2022/05/10/the-streaming-keeps-flowing/
We believe Holy Communion is a special meal for baptised people who trust in Jesus as their only Saviour, are sorry for their sins, and wish to live as God intends. As we eat the bread and drink the wine, we receive the true body and blood of Jesus Christ in a special way through our trust in his words. Through this holy meal, Jesus gives us forgiveness, healing, new life, and salvation to sustain us in faith. If you also trust these things together with us (and are already receiving Holy Communion at your own church), you’re welcome to participate in this meal. If you have any questions about attending the Lord’s Supper, please see the pastor afterwards.
Our congregation is committed to ensuring the safety of children, youth, and all vulnerable people who are present at its activities. All our volunteers who work with children and youth have current Working with children (Blue) cards and are regularly trained in child-safe practices and requirements. If you would like to discuss the safety of any of our children, youth, or vulnerable people, please speak to the Pastor or a member of our Church Council.
In observing Christ’s command to love one another, we’re to treat each other with respect and dignity. In honouring people, we’re also fulfilling our responsibility under the law of the land. The LCA is committed to ensure the church is a safe place. If anyone feels they’ve been subjected to sexual abuse or harassment in any form by anyone who holds a position of trust in the church, please contact:
P: 1800 644 628 (free call) E: report.abuse@safeplace.lca.org.au
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