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Parramatters - 14th May 2021

14 May 2021

Parramatters - 14th May 2021
14th May 2021

We hope you enjoy catching up on what's happening at Parramatta Salvos. 

If you would like to submit anything to be considered for inclusion in our weekly church life update, please email parramatta@salvationarmy.org.au by 5pm Wednesday each week. 
This Sunday
We wrap our current series 'Hearing from God' as we explore what it means for God to speak to us through the different seasons of life.

Next week we begin a new series called 'To the Ends of the Earth: A Journey Through Acts'. We invite you to read through the Book of Acts in your quiet time over the coming weeks as we unpack what it means for us over the next 5 weeks. 
Movie Night
Our movie night is coming up THIS SATURDAY 15 May! We invite everyone to join us for a night of fun and fundraising for The Red Shield Appeal. Coffee, soft drink, COSTCO PIZZA and snacks will be available for purchase on the night. Eftpos will be available! Make sure you bring a picnic blanket or camping chair to sit on!
Ladies Fellowship
Each week Ladies Fellowship meets at Parramatta Salvos. This group provides a place for women to gather together, build friendships, give support and care, encourage learning and share the love of Christ with each other. 10am-12pm Wednesdays on Level 1 at Parramatta Salvos. 

This Wednesday May 19, we will be joined by Major Kylie Collinson who will be sharing on the theme, "Little Golden Books". 
Flourish - Women's Event
We invite women of all ages to save the date for our first 'FLOURISH' women's gathering. This event will take place on the evening of Saturday 5 June at 6pm. We will be sharing dinner and dessert for $10 at 426 Church Street, Parramatta. Register at: https://parramattasalvos.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/638954
Red Shield Appeal
May is well and truly underway and we need EVERYONE to help out with the Red Shield Appeal this year!  Please sign up to one of our static collection spots or volunteer to door knock. There will be no Sunday morning service on 30 May to enable everyone to serve across Red Shield week. 

We are also asking everyone to create a Digital Door Knock page and raise funds and awareness online. You can sign up by following the link below.
 
https://digitaldoorknock.salvationarmy.org.au/t/parramatta-salvos

To see our STATIC COLLECTION ROSTERS please click the link below. If you can help by filling a spot on the roster, please email Sarah at sarah.walker@salvationarmy.org.au
Static Rosters
Creative Capers 2021
The National Worship Arts team is excited to present Creative Capers 2021, a virtual music and creative arts worship concert. Children aged 8 to 14 are invited to prepare instrumental, vocal, dance, drama and visual art presentations and upload a video of their presentation for inclusion in our LIVE Online Showcase.

IMPORTANT DATES
Videos must be uploaded by Friday 4 June
Live online showcase will be premiered on Sunday 27 June at 4.00pm [AEDT]
 
Future Vision Consultation
We would like to thank everyone who participated in our Future Vision Consultation this week. It's been great to meet with many of you, and we have appreciated your engagement in these sessions. Please continue to pray for our Leadership Team as we work through the future strategy and vision for Parramatta Salvation Army. 
Car Park - Event Parking
We are celebrating over $5000 raised through our event car park collection. Thanks to Richard Eden for coordinating the team, and thanks to our fantastic team who are volunteering to serve in this way! If you would like to be part of the team please speak to Richard! Most volunteers participate about once a month when events are happening at Bank West Stadium. 
Self Denial Appeal
We want to sincerely thank everyone who contributed to the Self Denial Appeal this year. We are delighted to announce that we have surpassed our goal! Parramatta Salvation Army has given a total of $36,400 to the appeal for 2021. The appeal remains open until June 30, so if you are yet to give and would still like to contribute, please contact the corps office or donate online at: 
Jon Griffin
Please continue to support Jon & Dot Griffin in prayer as Jon is in hospital recovering. Jon's treatment is going well and Jon is in good spirits!
Allen Hayse
Please pray for Allen who has been in hospital this week and is awaiting test results. Pray for Heather as she supports Allen during this time. 
ROSTERS THIS WEEK

Coffee Team
Sunday 16/05: Caitlyn Young & Maryanne Cleary

Welcome/Check In Team
Sunday 16/05 at 9:30am: Barbara Browning & Maryanne Cleary
Sunday 16/05 at 11am: Ray Haule & Dot Griffin

Event Car Parking
Sunday 23/05: Eels vs. Sea Eagles | 2:30pm-4:15pm | Gordon Bowie & Richard Eden

Salvos Connect
Monday 17/05: Margaret Poore
Wednesday 19/05: Keith Humbley 
Friday 21/05: Jan Roberts