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The Valleys of Life

8am & 10am

When life throws up challenges, it's God's grace that walks us through the deep valleys.

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Living in a Broken World Shane Dirks 05/05/19 10am Colossians 1:15-23
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Shane Dirks

Date

05/05/19

Passage

Colossians 1:15-23

Service

10am

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Show Me Love Ian Barnett 12/05/19 10am 1 Peter 5:1-11
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Ian Barnett

Date

12/05/19

Passage

1 Peter 5:1-11

Service

10am

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Teardrops Myles Elton 19/05/19 10am Philippians 4:2-9
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Myles Elton

Date

19/05/19

Passage

Philippians 4:2-9

Service

10am

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Give A Little Langdon Stewart 26/05/19 10am James 1:2-18
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Langdon Stewart

Date

26/05/19

Passage

James 1:2-18

Service

10am

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These Trouble Times Mike Raiter 02/06/19 10am John 16:17-33
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Mike Raiter

Date

02/06/19

Passage

John 16:17-33

Service

10am

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Road Signs for Life

6pm

Faced with life decisions? God has provided some powerful guidelines to point us down the road we need to follow; His practical life map.

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Living with Others Myles Elton 05/05/19 6pm 1 Thess. 5:12-28
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Myles Elton

Date

05/05/19

Passage

1 Thess. 5:12-28

Service

6pm

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Living with Less Myles Elton 12/05/19 6pm Mark 8:34-9:1
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Myles Elton

Date

12/05/19

Passage

Mark 8:34-9:1

Service

6pm

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Living with Me Langdon Stewart 19/05/19 6pm Luke 16:14-15 & 1 Samuel 16:1-13
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Langdon Stewart

Date

19/05/19

Passage

Luke 16:14-15 & 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Service

6pm

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Living with Criticism Shane Dirks 26/05/19 6pm James 1:19-27
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Shane Dirks

Date

26/05/19

Passage

James 1:19-27

Service

6pm

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Philippians - Courage in the Grey

A six week series where six FAC women teach us God's word from Philippians.

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Week 1 Ruth Barnes 14/05/19 8am Philippians 1:1-11
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Ruth Barnes

Date

14/05/19

Passage

Philippians 1:1-11

Service

8am

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Week 3 Jane Thomas 28/05/19 8am
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Jane Thomas

Date

28/05/19

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Service

8am

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Week 5 Vanessa Goodhew 11/06/19 8am
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Vanessa Goodhew

Date

11/06/19

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Service

8am

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Week 6 Jenny Horsley 18/06/19 8am
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Jenny Horsley

Date

18/06/19

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8am

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Easter 2019 - Restored

Easter Changed Everything. In particular the simple fact that because of the death resurrection of Jesus, we now have a restored relationship with God. Yes, this means that people have to put their faith in Jesus. At Easter 2019, we will see two of the most profound aspects of God working in and through His Son. The reality of His sacrifice and the power of hope. As a result of both we are truly “Restored”.

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Restored by Sacrifice Ian Barnett 19/04/19 10am Mark 15:21-41
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Ian Barnett

Date

19/04/19

Passage

Mark 15:21-41

Service

10am

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Restored with Hope Ian Barnett 21/04/19 10am Mark 16:1-8
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Ian Barnett

Date

21/04/19

Passage

Mark 16:1-8

Service

10am

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Restored with Hope Shane Dirks 21/04/19 6pm Mark 16:1-8
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Shane Dirks

Date

21/04/19

Passage

Mark 16:1-8

Service

6pm

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Grace, Faith and the Power of the Gospel

The Book of Romans is not only the most profound book in the Bible, it is the most profound book in existence. It has been appropriately termed the “Cathedral of the Christian faith.” Many theologians describe it as the most important document ever written. The book of Romans is the most complete explanation of what the gospel is in the entire Bible – it gives, by far, the clearest and fullest exposition of the doctrines of sin and grace.

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The Source of Power Ian Barnett 03/02/19 10am Romans 1:1-15
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Ian Barnett

Date

03/02/19

Passage

Romans 1:1-15

Service

10am

Synopsis

Ian Barnett opens up the beginning of Romans as we begin our journey into this great book. We see and feel Paul’s passion to visit the Romans was motivated by a deep desire for all people to encounter the gospel.

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The Power of the Gospel Ian Barnett 10/02/19 6pm Romans 1:16-17
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Ian Barnett

Date

10/02/19

Passage

Romans 1:16-17

Service

6pm

Synopsis

As we delved in the short verses of Romans 1:16-17 we are encouraged to not be ashamed of the gospel of Jesus Christ. It is truly the power of our salvation.

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The Power that Awakens Shane Dirks 17/02/19 6pm Romans 1:18-32
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Shane Dirks

Date

17/02/19

Passage

Romans 1:18-32

Service

6pm

Synopsis

Shane Dirks explores God's wrath in Romans 1:18-32 and the need for us to be harnessed to Christ.

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The Power that Judges…rigthly Shane Dirks 24/02/19 6pm Romans 2:1-16
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Shane Dirks

Date

24/02/19

Passage

Romans 2:1-16

Service

6pm

Synopsis

We continue through Romans as Shane Dirks unpacks Romans 2:1-16.

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The Power of A Changed Heart Myles Elton 03/03/19 6pm Romans 2:17-29
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Myles Elton

Date

03/03/19

Passage

Romans 2:17-29

Service

6pm

Synopsis

Myles Elton opens up Romans 2:17-29 as we are challenged to live as people who have been inwardly transformed by the gospel.

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The Power of Faith Langdon Stewart 10/03/19 6pm Romans 3:1-8
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Langdon Stewart

Date

10/03/19

Passage

Romans 3:1-8

Service

6pm

Synopsis

Langdon Stewart continues our Roman series through chapter 3 verse 1-8. It explores Paul anticipating the Jewish responses and objections to the Gospel.

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The Power of Sin Myles Elton 17/03/19 6pm Romans 3:9-20
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Myles Elton

Date

17/03/19

Passage

Romans 3:9-20

Service

6pm

Synopsis

Myles Elton takes us through the next part of Romans 3 where we continue to look at the power that sin has on all of humanity. There is still hope as we look to Jesus as the hope for all of us.

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The Power of Righteousness Ian Barnett 24/03/19 6pm Romans 3:21-31
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Ian Barnett

Date

24/03/19

Passage

Romans 3:21-31

Service

6pm

Synopsis

Ian Barnett takes us through Romans 3:21-31 with the key "But now!" that changes everything in who we are before Christ.

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The Power of Hope Shane Dirks 31/03/19 6pm Romans 4:1-25
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Shane Dirks

Date

31/03/19

Passage

Romans 4:1-25

Service

6pm

Synopsis

In Romans 4 we read of Abraham's faith and response to God. We're reminded of the gospel of grace being a free gift - not something we earn. Shane Dirks challenges us to find Christ at the Christmas tree not at the payroll office.

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The Power of Love Langdon Stewart 07/04/19 6pm Romans 5:1-11
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Langdon Stewart

Date

07/04/19

Passage

Romans 5:1-11

Service

6pm

Synopsis

As we approach our final weeks of the Romans series we examine what peace with God looks like. Through Romans 5:1-11 Langdon encourages us to embrace and know God's peace deeper as we grow in our relationship with God.

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The Power of Grace Ian Barnett 14/04/19 6pm Romans 5:12-21
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Ian Barnett

Date

14/04/19

Passage

Romans 5:12-21

Service

6pm

Synopsis

As this series draws to an end, we are reminded in Romans 5:12-21 that Adam in his sin had sealed the fate of mankind. Ian Barnett challenges us as to who we serve Captain Adam or Captain Jesus.

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Set Free! Shane Dirks 28/04/19 6pm Romans 6:1-14
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Shane Dirks

Date

28/04/19

Passage

Romans 6:1-14

Service

6pm

Synopsis

As a one off week after Easter we drop back into Romans briefly. We go on a sea voyage as pirates with Shane in this journey through Romans 6:1-14

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2020 Vision

At the end of 2018, we launched our theme for 2019, which is “Kingdom Seeds” as we continue to ask ourselves the question, “How will God use us to play a role in the building and expansion of His kingdom?”

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Sowing Seeds Ian Barnett 27/01/19 10am Galations 6:1-10
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Ian Barnett

Date

27/01/19

Passage

Galations 6:1-10

Service

10am

Synopsis

As our year gets underway Ian Barnett brings us Galatians 6:1-10 to focus us in our mission and being part of God's kingdom work.

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Ignite 2019 - Let Go

Created by Youth, for youth, for TAWG time (Time Alone With God Time) on Ignite 2019. Have a listen to youth and their leaders chat about some big questions. Simply listening to these isn’t TAWG. But if you are spending some personal time contemplating, responding, listening, or talking to God, then our prayer is that these podcasts might help you go deeper and know him better.

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TAWG 1 - Tuesday - How can we know for sure? Pete Lenehan 15/01/19 Fuse John 7:14-17
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Pete Lenehan

Date

15/01/19

Passage

John 7:14-17

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Joel, Josh & Peter

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TAWG 2 - Wednesday - In the Beginning was The Word… what? Pete Lenehan 16/01/19 Fuse John 1:1-5
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Pete Lenehan

Date

16/01/19

Passage

John 1:1-5

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Daniel, Isaac & James

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TAWG 3 - Thursday - Big Questions about Believing Pete Lenehan 17/01/19 Fuse John 3:16-21
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Pete Lenehan

Date

17/01/19

Passage

John 3:16-21

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Chloe, Kalani & Molly

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TAWG 4 - Friday - The Shepherd, the gate Pete Lenehan 18/01/19 Fuse John 10:7-13
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Pete Lenehan

Date

18/01/19

Passage

John 10:7-13

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Hannah, Miranda & Shenae

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TAWG 5 - Saturday - Calling Dr Jones. Peter Lenehan 19/01/19 Fuse John 14:1-6
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Peter Lenehan

Date

19/01/19

Passage

John 14:1-6

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Sam & Peter

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Stories That Change Everything

Story telling is the oldest of art forms. As far as we can remember people have been telling stories all their lives. Often their own stories. In this short summer series we examine stories of the gospel that changed everything.

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It was a Dark and Stormy Night Shane Dirks 06/01/19 10am Mark 4:35-41
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Shane Dirks

Date

06/01/19

Passage

Mark 4:35-41

Service

10am

Synopsis

When Jesus is asleep on a boat during a wild storm (Mark 4:35-41) there is a test of where the disciples have their faith? In their hope "boat hope" or something more?

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Deadpool Myles Elton 06/01/19 Fuse John 5:1-15
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Myles Elton

Date

06/01/19

Passage

John 5:1-15

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

"Do we want to get well?" A question Jesus asked a invalid in John 5. Myles unpacks for us what this means in this story and for all of us as we respond.

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The Shape of Water Ian Barnett 13/01/19 10am John 6:16-27
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Ian Barnett

Date

13/01/19

Passage

John 6:16-27

Service

10am

Synopsis

After feeding the 5000 Jesus sent the disciples in a boat to cross the Sea of Galilee. A strong wind came upon them. Jesus came to them walking on the water, but they did not know it was Him. Wow, enough said. He did what? They were justifiably scared to see someone walking on the surface of the sea. Jesus spoke to them and they immediately knew His voice. They welcomed Him into the ship. Are we still amazed what Jesus did and are we still searching for him?

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Believe it or Not! Shane Dirks 13/01/19 Fuse John 6:1-15
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Shane Dirks

Date

13/01/19

Passage

John 6:1-15

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Though there were several accounts of Jesus feeding the multitudes of people who followed Him, one favourite telling of these stories is the one found in John chapter 6. Jesus had been teaching the people all day and now it was late. They were in a remote place and had no food. The people were hungry and Jesus was concerned for them. It makes you wonder…what is going to happen next? Shane Dirks takes us through this passage.

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I, Leper Langdon Stewart 20/01/19 10am Luke 17:11-19
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Langdon Stewart

Date

20/01/19

Passage

Luke 17:11-19

Service

10am

Synopsis

Langdon Stewart takes us through the story of the healing of 10 lepers and the point of difference with the one who returned to Jesus. Luke 17:11-19

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Uncluttered

All Services • December 2018

It is a few weeks before Christmas. There is so much noise. There are so many demands for our attention. We are under constant pressure from the things we have to do and the many things we wish we could do. It is possible that it is more difficult to focus on the important things at Christmas than any other time of the year. This short series will help us unclutter and focus on the things that really matter.

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Make Room for the Difficulties Matty Roberts 09/12/18 10am 1 Peter 1:3-12
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Matty Roberts

Date

09/12/18

Passage

1 Peter 1:3-12

Service

10am

Synopsis

Preaching from 1 Peter 1:3-12 Matty Roberts encourages us to persevere through challenging times.

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Make Room for Surprises Shane Dirks 16/12/18 Fuse Hebrews 13:1-8
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Shane Dirks

Date

16/12/18

Passage

Hebrews 13:1-8

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Shane Dirks takes us through Hebrews 13:1-8 in the lead up to Christmas. God is full of surprises and this "by the way" message at the end of Hebrew is important for us all.

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Make Room for Mysteries Langdon Stewart 23/12/18 8am Luke 2:8-20
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Langdon Stewart

Date

23/12/18

Passage

Luke 2:8-20

Service

8am

Synopsis

On the eve of Christmas Eve we delve in the mysteries of the announcement of the birth of Christ. In the appearance of the Angels to Mary and the shepherds we see a divine God who is being revealed to us.

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Kingdom Seeds

All Services • November 2018

This 7-week series will seek to bring ongoing clarity to our 2020 Vision as we explore what it means to have a growing confidence that Jesus will build His church. As we head into 2019, our focus for the coming year will be on Kingdom Seeds. It has become increasingly important we accept our part in God’s plan and plant seeds for future generations.

For the Kingdom of God to grow in the Illawarra and beyond, seeds need to be sown and planted now. In doing this we will discover whether we believe that the Kingdom of heaven is truly our treasure.

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Seeds of Change Ian Barnett 21/10/18 Fuse Matthew 11:1-19
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Ian Barnett

Date

21/10/18

Passage

Matthew 11:1-19

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

We begin our Kingdom Seeds series with Ian opening up Matthew 11:1-19. The Kingdom of heaven offers us a new future and a present hope.

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Seeds of Destruction Ian Barnett 28/10/18 Fuse Matthew 11:20-30
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Ian Barnett

Date

28/10/18

Passage

Matthew 11:20-30

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Out of Matthew 11:20-30 Jesus calls us to be proactive and to accept that his message must be sown into our hearts.

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Seeds of Hope Ian Barnett 04/11/18 Fuse Matthew 12:1-21
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Ian Barnett

Date

04/11/18

Passage

Matthew 12:1-21

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

In whose name do the nations put their hope? As Ian takes us through Matthew 12:1-21 we will see who is the Lord of the Sabbath and the hope of the nations.

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Seeds of Remembrance Ian Barnett 11/11/18 10am Matthew 12:22-45
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Ian Barnett

Date

11/11/18

Passage

Matthew 12:22-45

Service

10am

Synopsis

On this combined Remembrance Day service we are reminded on who we belong to. Jesus is God's sign among us and we're called to proclaim the gospel. Passage - Matthew 12:22-45

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Seeds of Life Myles Elton 18/11/18 10am Matthew 13:1-23
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Myles Elton

Date

18/11/18

Passage

Matthew 13:1-23

Service

10am

Synopsis

Myles takes us through the Parable of the Sower as we explore what it means for us in our vision series of Kingdom Seeds.

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Seeds of Power Ian Barnett 25/11/18 Fuse Matthew 13:24-43
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Ian Barnett

Date

25/11/18

Passage

Matthew 13:24-43

Service

Fuse

Synopsis

Ian brings the message home as we look at the Parable of the Weeds in Matthew's gospel. This is commitment Sunday and a challenge for us to be salt and light in a loving community of grace.

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Seeds of the Future Ian Barnett 02/12/18 10am Matthew 13:44-58
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Ian Barnett

Date

02/12/18

Passage

Matthew 13:44-58

Service

10am

Synopsis

In the final week of the Kingdom Seeds vision series we look to the future. Matthew 13:44-58 is the passage and we are challenged about what we value and hold on to.

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