As the world lives, or live by the Spirit.
In Psalm 119: 1-8, 1 Corinthians 3 :1-9 and Matthew 5: 21-37, we are given two perspectives on living; the way of the world, or live in the Spirit. Sally draw a similarity between the Psalm passage and the Beatitudes in Matthew 5: 1-12 we had last week. The world does not pour accolades or blessings on the people who are blameless, walk according to the law of the Lord, keep His statutes, seek Him with all their heart, do no wrong, follow His ways, or fully obey His precepts. However, these are the characteristics the God sees, in the heart of each of us, and blesses. The reality is expressed by St. Paul to the Corinthians, and by Jesus in the sermon on the mount, the other two passages. Psalm 119: 1-8, is a window into how it would be in God’s Kingdom, living by the Spirit. We can’t possible “get there” by ourselves; we need the Holy Spirit. God’s Kingdom is about what God is doing, not use doing to make it happen. In working in our own strength as humans, we have a disconnect from God, and what ever we do will never be enough. With the Holy Spirit, worldly walking becomes less whilst walking with Kingdom values through Jesus Christ becomes more. Now, there may appear to be a lot of rules or laws, but a closer look we can see that these rules are set for our protection and guidance, not to limit us. Sally referred to the Ten Commandments; the first three are about our relationship with God, the other seven about our relationship with each other. In damaging or breaking our relationships with others, then we break our relationship with God. Settle differences quickly and be reconciled with others, and with God. Don’t play around with bringing gifts and service to God, if there are unresolved matters between another; it is a worldly gesture, no acceptable to God. Broken relationships have poor consequences, restored relationships brings reconciliation and restoration. Psalm 119: 8 “I will obey your decrees, do not utterly forsake me” is a heart cry by the Psalmist, who acknowledges he needs God to help him do what needs to be done. In Corinthians, Paul says it is God who makes things grow. There is a place in God’s Kingdom for each of us, through Christ crucified, which brings reconciliation to God the Father, and with others. Live in grace, with the Spirit of God, and other will see the Kingdom of God.
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, Eric and Shirley, Dr Warwick
- 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 the clean up and restoration of damaged towns and farms
- 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.
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 | Greengrocers. Bring $5 for coffee |
| 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 | Robyn and Paul will not be in the Mall, however, otherswill |
| 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 |
