VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE THROUGH LCA INTERNATIONAL MISSION
Currently, there are two pressing volunteer needs:
Online English teaching support for the Lutheran Church in Cambodia (LCC). Although the LCC English teachers are enthusiastic and invested in this ministry, most do not have teaching degrees and have requested mentorship as they serve. We will therefore be running a 10-week online English program, for one hour every Saturday, beginning on 13 April. Volunteers will be supplied with the curriculum used by LCC English teachers and will offer advice on how to improve the methodology and implement new methods if necessary to improve teacher quality and student learning outcomes.
Library support for the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Papua New Guinea (ELC-PNG). ELC-PNG seminary libraries are seeking the assistance of volunteers with librarian experience to develop and manage a system to file and organise the collection of books located in their libraries. For more information contact Erin Kerber p +61 8 8267 731 erin.kerber@lca.org.au http://www.lcamission.org.au/join-gods-mission/volunteer/
SUNDAY 26TH MAY 2024 All reports to be forwarded by 1 May 2024
Parish Council AGM, 2.00 pm at Bethany
Tabor AGM after 9.00 am Service. Reports please to Chris Bartsch
Bethany AGM after 10.30 am Service. Reports please to Megan Noack
Calling For Pastoral Carers from the Pastoral Care Working Group
We are looking for pastoral carers who are willing to serve the church. We will offer free training and support to equip you to offer pastoral care for church members. Experienced pastoral carers are also encouraged to register. We provide a process that equips and supports you in this vital work. Your pastoral care will aim to be empathic, caring, loving, inclusive, and responsive to all people. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online or via printable Word or PDF.
To apply online go to https://lutheranchurchofaustralia.cmail20.com/t/t-l-eabky-tlbiruls-j/
Applications should be submitted by 31 March 2024. If using one of the printable forms, please either scan it and email it to pastoralcare@lca.org.au or post it to LCA Pastoral Care, PO Box 731, North Adelaide SA 5006.
Further resources are available soon, including resources to support individuals, congregations, and church leaders. Please be proactive in sharing this material in your congregation, small groups, and the wider church so we can all pastorally care for each other. You are welcome to email pastoralcare@lca.org.au with any queries you may have.
The Pastoral Care Working Group
To complete the next chapter of our Tabor History we are seeking photos of people and events over the last 25 years.
Digital or hard copy photos that can be scanned.
Please take some time to see what you have and forward the photos to Chris Bartsch at 0448 702270 or chrisbartsch1918@gmail.com
Thank you.
Worship Services:
9.00am Tabor HC service led by Pastor Gus Schutz
10.30am Bethany HC service led by Pastor Gus Schutz
1st Reading
Mark 11:1-11 Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Procession) OR
John 12:12-16 Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem (Procession)
2nd Reading
Philippians 2:5-11 Christ- the obedient servant and exalted Lord
Gospel Reading
Mark 14:1 – 15:47 Jesus’ suffering and death
Or a shorter version
Mark 15:1-39(40-47)
Lenten Service:
20/3/2024 Lenten Service 7.30 pm Pastor Paul Kerber at Rowland Flat
SUNDAY 26TH MAY 2024 All reports to be forwarded by 1 May 2024
Parish AGM, 2.00 pm at Bethany
Tabor AGM after 9.00 am Service. Reports please to Chris Bartsch
Bethany AGM after 10.30 am Service. Reports please to Megan Noack
Working with Children Checks (WWCCs) were introduced in July 2019 and are valid for 5 years. This means that checks issued in 2019 will commence expiring as of 1 July 2024. If you require a WWCC, you can update your check up to 6 months before it expires. Clearances can take up to 6 weeks to be issued to you. Due to this, we recommend applying at least 2 months before the expiry date. WWCC application forms to update your check can be found here. Please remember that any volunteer or employee without a valid WWCC must step down from their role until they obtain a valid clearance.
Safe Church Training face-to-face workshops. The following sessions are available.
Full Level 1 Safe Church Workshops
Where: St Petri Lutheran Church Nuriootpa
When: 10 and 17 April 2024
Time: 5:45 pm until 9:15 pm
Registrations are essential and close at midnight on 8 April 2024.
Register at: https://cvent.me/1b11Pz?Refid=Nuriootpa20240210_17
Level 1 Safe Church Refresher Workshops
Where: St Petri Lutheran Church Nuriootpa
When: 8 April 2024
Time: 5:45 pm until 9:15 pm
Registrations are essential and close at midnight on 3 April 2024.
Register at: https://cvent.me/EPqbLy?Refid=Nuriootpa_R_20240408