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Present Truth Perspective on The Pope’s Laudato Si’ Encyclical
The Pope’s Laudato Si’ Present Truth Perspective on The Pope’s Laudato Si’ Encyclical On June 18, 2015 Pope Francis released an encyclical on the environment entitled, Laudato Si’. The document calls for discussion and dialogue on environmental issues. Francis stated, “There are certain environmental issues where it is not easy to achieve a broad consensus. Here I would state once more that the Church does not presume to settle scientific questions or to replace politics. But I am concerned to…
Condolences to the Stamenkovic Family
Zivojin (Jimmy) Stamenkovic – 25/8/1929 to 7 July 2015 We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the Stamenkovic family on the loss of their loved one. May these verses found in God’s Word be of comfort to you through this time of sadness, and may we all look forward to the resurrection morning when death will have no more power over God’s children. “For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so them also which…
Winter Outreach – Woombye Qld
Winter Outreach 2015 – Sunshine Coast – Sabbath 27th June to Tuesday 30 June 2015 The Sunshine Coast Winter Outreach for 2015 was held at the Woombye Church in Queensland commencing on Sabbath 27th June. The Divine Service inspired the congregation for missionary work and provided the impetus for the next two days of outreach. After a combined lunch everyone spread around the small township of Woombye and letterboxed every home with the Great Controversy free book offer flyer. We…
RLPA News
These books are ideal for outreach and also for colporteurs. They make a lovely gift as each book is beautifully illustrated with colourful pictures. Paperback (magabook – magazine style) These books are also available for purchase at colporteur price. Please call Lizy on 02 9627 7553 for colporteur prices and purchases. More Choices Cookbook $19.95 7 Secrets Cookbook $19.95 Plants that Heal $ 9.25 Foods that Heal $ 9.25 Desire of Ages $ 8.85 Great Controversy $ 8.60 Lessons for…
NSW Spiritual Conference 2015
NSW Conference – Strangers & Pilgrims 5-8 June 2015 Our recent NSW Spiritual Conference, Friday 5th – Monday 8th June 2015 at Elim Heights, as always, proved to be a blessing to all, both young and ‘young at heart’ alike as we explored the theme ‘Strangers and Pilgrims.’ It was a time of physical and spiritual refreshment, especially for our young people. It was also a good opportunity for brethren from far and near to meet up. We were all…
Vanuatu Cyclone Aftermath – As Reported by the Clements Family
March 19th we flew over to Port Vila not knowing what we were walking into. Trudging off the plane, we were faced with crates of aid from various countries, all waiting to be slowly distributed. Brother Charlie picked us up after the arduous process of collecting our luggage from a non-operational baggage carousel, as the power was still off in certain areas. Driving out of the airport pick-up area, I can only describe the scene unfolding in front of us…
Mothers
God’s purpose for Adam and Eve at creation was to populate this world with faithful and obedient children who would love and praise Him. Unfortunately, sin entered this perfect world and brought sorrow and suffering. Eve was to experience pain in childbirth, but a child to most mothers is still a wonderful gift from God. To many their ‘Mother’ is the world to them, the one who fulfills all their needs. Mothers love unconditionally, and children know that they can…
NSW Youth Sabbath
Youth Sabbath – Elim Heights Youth Camp On Sabbath 30th of May, young and old gathered from far and near (and even interstate) to Elim Heights Youth Camp for our 2nd “Youth Sabbath” with the theme being “At the Crossroads – What Do I Decide?” Various youth were chosen again by each other to take responsibilities and lead out for the day. The Sabbath School meeting was taken by Vivian Cosson as Sabbath School superintendent with Kiara Hake being assistant…
Vegetarian Way Cooking Classes – Schofields
Schofields Church – 11th, 18th and 25th May 2015 It is such a pleasure to report on our recent cooking demonstrations that were held at Schofields Church recently in May 2015. We had three sessions held on Monday nights, with each session delivering about 4 food demonstrations. Proceeding each session there was a health talk by Amos Thiel on various interesting topics. Our competent cooks namely Lidia Voncina, Amy Gules, Rosetta Ilic, Vivian Cosson, Stela Gules, Denise Gules and Rosemary…
Mother’s Day Outing – Queensland
“Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.” Exodus 20:12. On the 10 of May, the Pimpama Group held a very special Mother’s Day picnic at Underwood Park, in Queensland. What a kind, thoughtful attitude of all the fathers that planned to give their wives and mothers a relaxing day off in nature, in fellowship with all the other mothers. It was a very beautiful sunny…
Special Sabbath Meetings – Queensland
2 May 2015 – Special Day program with isolated people in Queensland “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.” Hebrew 10:25 On Sabbath, the 2nd of May 2015, the Pimpama Group held special Sabbath meetings for the isolated members in Laidley at a hired Community Centre Hall. Just the day before, the storms had hit Queensland with lots of rain and strong winds; this made…
Nepal Disaster Appeal from the General Conference
May 1, 2015 Dear Brethren (Stewards in the Cause of God), “Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.” Matthew 5:7. The poor are all around us, the distressed, the afflicted, the sorrowing, and those who are ready to perish. There is a greater need for the exercise of mercy today than ever before. God has made us His stewards, and He is not to be charged with the sufferings, the misery, the nakedness, and the want of humanity.…