I resolved to know nothing but Christ crucified. Being filled with the Holy Spirit, we have the mind of Christ.
It is the sharing of a simple faith that the Holy Spirit is able to use to bring others to salvation. Robyn Baxter shared a personal account of a simple sharing of the gospel that came out of ordinary family happenings. Sharing what God has done in us and through us is more powerful that theological expositions, as shown by the humble truck driver. Saint Paul says it so well in 1 Corinthians 2:2-5. “For I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. I came to you in weakness with great fear and trembling. My message and my preaching were not with wise and persuasive words, but with a demonstration of the Spirit’s power, so that your faith might not rest on human wisdom, but on God’s power”. Pray for relatives, children, friends, and for God’s opportunity to share. Let go of your own wisdom, know the word of God, and the Holy Spirit will prompt you with the appropriate word at the right time. We need the Holy Spirit. God knows the heart, “for the Holy Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God”. (verse 10). Verse 11 to 13 goes on, “For who knows a person’s thoughts except their own spirit within them? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. 12 What we have received is not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit who is from God, so that we may understand what God has freely given us. 13 This is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit, explaining spiritual realities with Spirit-taught words”. We need the Holy Spirit, for with the Holy Spirit “we have the mind of Christ”. Why, why, why would God do this? Because He loves us and wants to bless those reconciled to Himself. As Paul says in verse 9, “as it is written: “What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived” the things God has prepared for those who love Him”. (Isaiah 64:4) But, why? Matthew 5:13-20; Because God as Creator and Preserver of all things has called us to be the “salt of the earth” God wants to use us to preserve all of his creation. God, working through us with the power of the Holy Spirit, is better than a life of striving in our own strength. Be filled with the Holy Spirit, and know the mind of Christ.
We put these in each week to remind you of the ways you can practically pray for our fellow members of F5 and our wider community.
- Those who are unwell or going through difficult times. Especially: Gordon, John, Alison and Robert, Grant and Denise, Phileppa, Stuart and Judith
- Pray for all members of our State and Federal governments that they will make wise decisions. Pray for refugees, our national health system which needs serious changes
- For those impacted by fires throughout Australia and for safety for emergency service workers and firemen in all these areas. For those who have lost family members, homes, livestock.
- For those who are homeless and hungry and for those who provide services to them including Anglicare and Baptist Care.
- Sally and the Binda Parish churches, Gill with the Marulan church and with her duties in Goulburn, Kenneth and Karen at Collector. Pray also for other clergy in our local churches. Pray for the selection for new clergy in Goulburn
- For Robyn and Paul as they pastor F5 and F10.
- For the work in Kisoro
- Little Sheep and 3D Kids team members, the children and their families as they resume.
- Weekly activities of F5 Refresh Ministries (see below)
- Pray for Mick and Jen, for the SRE teachers and schools of this region. Pray esp for Pat, Helen and Anne. Pray for favour in the schools and continued financial support of SRE.
- For Mick and Ange, Sarah and Ben and Gill and Rocky Hill Church.
- Pray for Geraldine as she leads the Ladies Bible Study
- Pray for Deb as she does our admin
- For the pastoral care workers in our hospitals, especially Fai and Caroline
- Pray for Bishop Mark Short, as he works in the diocese, particularly amongst bush fire affected churches, and for Archdeacon Carol Wagner, to be consecrated Assistant Bishop.
Time of Prayer – from Bishop Mark Short
Lord of all days and years, and time and eternity, You made this land and have blessed us with its riches and beauty. You are a refuge to all who seek your shelter, our strong defence in trial and tribulation. Send rain we pray to extinguish flames and heal our land. Mercifully protect life and property. Give help and hope to our neighbours assailed by fire. Comfort and provide for those who grieve. Uphold those who suffer loss, Give peace and hope to those bewildered and broken-hearted. We thank you for men and women of courage and selflessness.
We thank you for brave communities of care and support, We thank you for those who share your comfort and hope, We thank you for those at a distance giving and praying.
Lord, you sent your Son so that we would know your power to save, your presence with your people in this world of turmoil, and your promise to renew the whole creation. Please help us to humble ourselves and pray and seek Your face and to turn from our wicked ways and turn our hearts to you, that we may have faith for this day and hope for eternity.
We ask in Jesus’ name. Amen.
We urgently need donations of non-perishable food and toiletries to support our crisis services in bushfire affected areas.
We understand the…re has been some mixed messaging because the RFS can no longer take donated goods. However, we need donations more than ever because of the drastic increase in need across our regions.
Donations needed most in Canberra (30 Scotts Crossing, Civic) and Goulburn (130 Cowper Street) for prompt distribution to the South Coast but can also be accepted at our offices in Wagga Wagga and Albury. We can only accept donations during business hours.
Items needed:
Non-Perishable Food – cereals, pasta, rice, pasta sauces and meal bases, snacks (muesli bars, corn thins, snack bars, biscuits), instant noodles, tea, coffee, spreads (vegemite, peanut butter, honey), tinned soups, tinned vegetables and allergy friendly options (gluten free, dairy free, nut free).
Toiletries – toothbrushes, toothpaste, tissues, soap, toilet paper, shampoo/conditioner, deodorant, paper towel, laundry powder, female hygiene products.
Baby Needs – baby formula, baby nappies (larger sizes preferred), wipes, creams, baby food and snacks. Fresh produce or items that need refrigeration cannot be accepted. We are also unable to 
accept donations of new or secondhand clothing or furniture at this time.
Thank you for helping us support families facing severe hardship
or an alternative to the above
Full-funding is available for all SU Camps, for anyone from drought-affected areas. This includes Goulburn and surround areas. There are a wide range of camps available in this region, including:
- Wild Wee Jasper 19th-24th April An adventure camp for years 7-12 in the beautiful Wee Jasper valley camping under canvas
- LEAD 5th-8th June A leadership training weekend for upcoming young leaders in years 7-12
- Noisy Forest 29th Sept-2nd Oct A relaxed outdoor camp with biking, hiking and fishing for years 7-12 that allows input and direction from young people
- SUPA Holiday Program 14th-17th July Holiday fun including Lego, sport, art and science for years K-6
- Zone 40 29th Sept – 2nd Oct An adventure camp for years 3-6 in Wee Jasper camping in canvas for yrs 5-6 and in bunk rooms for yrs 3-4
- SUPA Sports 6th-9th Oct A non-residential Sports camp developing skills in rugby, netball and basketball based in Canberra
These camps and activities are run by SU ACT, but include kids and young adults from around the Canberra/Goulburn region. Contact details are ali@suact.org.au
IN ADDITION, SU NSW runs a number of camps across the State. Details can be obtained at https://sunsw.org.au/faqs/is-financial-assistance-available/
This is a special opportunity to have young people participate in SU camps and activities in the next School holidays at special rates, including full funding options
| Monday | 10am – 12.00 | F10 | Christ Church this Monday |
| Tuesday | 3.30 – 5.00pm | 3D Kids |
Contact Sally Cullen 0428 238 023 |
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Wednesday |
9.30am – 11.00am |
Little Sheep
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| Thursday | 10am-12.00
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Meeting in the Mall for coffee and donuts | Paul and Robyn will be in the Mall on Thursday |
| Friday | 2.00-4.00pm | Bible Study for Women | 13 Wright Place
(Geraldine 0450230194) |
| Sunday | 5.00pm
5.00pm |
F5 Service
Rocky Hill Church |
Christ Church, 130 Addison St
East Goulburn School May Street entrance |
