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Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost
Sunday 27 October, 10 am
"Seeing beyond the margins"
Minister: Rev Dr Margaret Mayman
Music:Â Susannah Ng (Violin)) & Rhys Boak (Organ & Piano)
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| After service Morning Tea
Morning tea and coffee will be served in the Hall after the Sunday Gathering. Join us for conversation and community.
Where:Â The Hall, Ground floor
St Michael's Administration |
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| Open and Affirming LunchEveryone is welcome to come and share a place at the table with the Open & Affirming Group at Fonda on Flinders Lane after
service on Sunday 27 October at 12pm. Anyone interested in joining in, please see Chris Phillips after service.
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| First Nations Library
The First Nations Library is part of our
community involvement in 'Living the Covenant Locally'. The books in the library have been chosen to help deepen our
understanding of our share history with First Peoples. They are available for
everyone to borrow. Please return them within 3-4 weeks so that others may
read them. Where: The Hall, Ground Floor,
St Michael's Administration |
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| Giving to St Michael's
Offerings sustain our congregation and mission. Offering Plates (in church):Â
Each Sunday the offering plates is passed amongst the congregation during services.
Giving - Tap and Pay (in church):Â
Tap and Pay donation points are located around the church. Retiring Offering (in church):Â
Offering boxes are located by the main doors of the church. Online Giving:Â
Giving online via bank transfer or credit card is available. Please refer to the
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| MeditationAn opportunity to take a moment and reset with this monthly meditation session. When:Â Sunday, 3 November at 12 pm
Where:Â Wellbeing Studio, Level 1,
St Michael's Administration |
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| ‍Photo by Tara Winstead | Pexels |
| Council ElectionsElections for the 2025 Church Council will be held on Sunday 17 November, after morning tea. The Church Council has an important role in shaping the life, culture and future of
St Michael’s. Nominations for Council are open until Friday, 1 November. If you would like to know more, please speak to Margaret or any current member of Council. You can find the Nomination forms in the Hall. |
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| Living the QuestionsJoin us for the final Living the Questions Session. This is a special event covering Sessions 20 & 21.Â
Explore the biblical foundations, theological grounding, and spiritual practices at the heart of Progressive Christianity in this video-based discussion series.
Facillitator: Neil Blood When: Sunday, 24 November 11:45am Where: Waratah Room, Level 1,
St Michael's Administration
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| Thursday Organ RecitalEach week we open the church doors and invite visitors to attend the free lunchtime
organ recital. Each week is something
different, featuring St Michael's organist Rhys Boak and guest artists. When:Â Thursdays, 1 pm
(doors open at 12:30 pm)
Where: St Michael's Uniting Church. | |
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‍Volunteering at St Michael'sVolunteers are vital to the vibrant life and mission of St Michael’s. If you are interested in volunteering you can leave their details via the sign-up sheet on the table in the eastern colonnade or contact the church office. All volunteers need a Working with Children Check (WWCC) to comply with the Department of Education Child Safe Standard mandates. If you need help organising a WWCC, the office is available to provide support with the process. | |
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| Are you pessimistic about the
future of churches and religion?
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The Progressive Christian Network of Victoria (PCNV) challenges you to “Look forward with Harvey Cox and Philip Hughes to a future of change” When: Sunday 27 October 2024, 4.00pm Where: via Zoom | |
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