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South Sydney Uniting Church is ecumenical (e.g. supporting the National and World Council of Churches) and inclusive,
affirming the gifts of people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations and identities. We seek peace with justice,
and the integrity of creation. We celebrate a service of Word and Sacrament (Eucharist) each Sunday at 10am.
"We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land: the Gadigal people of the Eora nation."
56a Raglan Street
Waterloo NSW 2017
Phone/Fax: 02 9319 1373
Rev. Andrew Collis
Mobile: 0438 719 470
Homily
Ordinary Sunday 11, Year A
South Sydney Uniting Church
June 18, 2017
Psalm 116; Matthew 9:35 - 10:13
‘Following, being sent’
The tablecloth is green today. Green means it’s time to grow, it’s time to learn something new. God be with you …
Perhaps you’ve heard the word “disciple” used in church. Disciples are students committed to a particular course of study or discipline. We could also say that disciples are pupils, trainees or apprentices. And we could say that disciples follow the example of a leader or teacher.
Have you ever played the game called “Simon Says” (“Simon Peter Says”)? It’s a game that shows us what it means to follow a leader …
In the New Testament we read about Jesus the Teacher who called many people to be his disciples. They followed him in the north country called Galilee. They followed him as he walked to Jerusalem in the south. Listening to him, and doing what he did …
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The church, hall and garden are accessible by way of paths and ramps. The toilets, sinks and shower, located in the hall, are wheelchair accessible. Please ask if further assistance is required.
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Tuesdays 5:30-
This Month – June
Wordplay Poetry Group: Saturday, June 3, 12pm meet at the Church. Bring along a favourite piece of writing and/or something you’ve written. All welcome.
Children's Activities: Sunday, June 4 & 18, 10am. During church services, activities for children.
Gospel Conversation: Sunday, June 4, 12-
Bible Study: Thursday, June 8, 7-
Art Class: Saturday, June 10 & 24, 12-
Contemplation/Meditation: Sunday, June 11, 12-
Pastoral Care: Saturday, June 17 for Elders.
Church Council: Tuesday, June 20, 6 for 6:30pm at the Church.
Birthday Celebrations and Informal Lunch: Sunday, June 18, following the church service. After church during morning tea enjoy cake and celebrate with everyone having a birthday this month and then stay for an informal and affordable lunch. There is a "lunch box" for donations to help facilitate – your contribution is much appreciated.
Worship Planning: Sunday, June 25, 12-
Next month – July
Wordplay Poetry Group: Saturday, July 1, 12pm meet at the Church. Bring along a favourite piece of writing and/or something you’ve written. All welcome.
Children's Activities: Sunday, July 2 & 16, 10am. During church services, activities for children.
Gospel Conversation: Sunday, July 2 & 30, 12-
Bible Study: Thursday, July 13, 7-
Art Class: Saturday, July 8 & 22, 12-
Contemplation/Meditation: Sunday, July 9, 12-
Pastoral Care: Saturday, July 15 for Elders.
Church Council: Tuesday, July 18, 6 for 6:30pm at the Church.
Birthday Celebrations and Informal Lunch: Sunday, July 16, following the church service. After church during morning tea enjoy cake and celebrate with everyone having a birthday this month and then stay for an informal and affordable lunch. There is a "lunch box" for donations to help facilitate – your contribution is much appreciated.
Worship Planning: Sunday, July 23, 12-
