Services for the Christmas Period

Friday (23rd)  7:00pm   Hawkesdale Children's Christmas Service

Saturday (24th)   7:30pm   Parish Christmas Eve Nativity Service at Trinity.

Christmas Day (25th):  8am   Hawkesdale
                                       10am  Warrnambool

Readings:  Isaiah 52:7-10        The salvation of our God
                  Psalm 98
                  Hebrews 1:1-4       God speaks to us through his Son    
                  John  1:1-14           The eternal Word has become a human being


New Year's Day (1st Jan):

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am       Service with Holy Communion 

Readings:   Ecclesiastes 3:1-13      For everything there is a time
                   Psalm 8
                   Revelation 21:1-6a       A new heaven and a new earth
                   Matthew 25:31-46        The last judgment

To everyone in the Parish and beyond, we wish you many blessings for Christmas and the New Year.


               
               
               

Services for Sunday 18th December (Fourth Sunday of Advent)

Warrnambool    9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale      9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Isaiah 7: 10-16              A virgin will conceive
                   Psalm 80: 1-7, 17-19
                   Romans 1: 1-7              Jesus, Son of David, Son of God
                   Matthew 1: 18-25          God's call to Joseph

Upcoming events:

Saturday (17th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 8am, starting at the Surf Life Saving Club car park and walking along Pertobe Road towards the Breakwater, and then back along the foreshore promenade.  Afterwards, we will enjoy a breakfast meal at Wines Patisserie in Timor Street, opposite the Entertainment Centre.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there for breakfast or coffee at about 9am.  Everyone is welcome to join us for our final outing for 2016.

Friday (23rd) - Hawkesdale Children's Christmas Service will be held at Immanual, Hawkesdale at 7pm.  Please come along and support the Sunday School children in their Christmas presentation.

Saturday (24th) - Parish Christmas Eve Nativity Service at Trinity, Warrnambool at 7:30pm.  Everyone is welcome to join us for this special service.

Sunday (25th) - Christmas Day   Hawkesdale          8am
                                                      Warrnambool      10am
         

Services for Sunday 11th December (Third Sunday of Advent)

Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool    11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Isaiah 35: 1-10          God himself will come to save us
                   Psalm 146: 5-10
                   James 5: 7-10            Do not lose heart
                   Matthew 11: 2-11       Jesus and John the Baptist

Upcoming events:

Monday (12th) - Ayrford Children's Christmas Service will take place at 8pm.  Please come along and support the children's presentation of the Christmas story.

Wednesday (14th) - Wednesday Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm.  You are invited to participate in one or both events.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.  This will be the last mid-week service and bible study for 2016.

Saturday (17th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 8am, starting at the Surf Life Saving Club car park and walking along Pertobe Road towards the Breakwater, and then back along the foreshore promenade.  Afterwards, we will enjoy a breakfast meal at Wines Patisserie in Timor Street, opposite the Entertainment Centre.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there for breakfast or coffee at about 9am.  Everyone is welcome to join us for our final outing for 2016.

Services for Sunday 4th December (Second Sunday of Advent)

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Isaiah 11:1-10               The longed-for Messiah
                   Psalm 72:1-7, 18, 19
                   Romans 15:4-13            Good news for the Gentiles
                   Matthew 3:1-12             The kingdom of heaven is at hand!

Upcoming events:

Sunday (4th) - A Working Bee will be held following the 9am service at Trinity to install Christmas trees and decorations.  Any help will be greatly appreciated.  Enquiries to Kevin.

Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets for its final meeting for the year at 6pm in Trinity Church Hall for a pizza night.  Pastor Mathew will be the chef.  BYO drinks.  RSVP to Ross for numbers, please.

Wednesday (7th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.

Wednesday (7th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study continues this week at 6pm at Trinity.  Bible Study follows at 6:30pm.  Everyone is invited to participate in one or both events.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.  This will be the last mid-week service and bible study for 2016.

Thursday (8th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at 11am at Dot's home, before moving on to the Timboon Distillery for lunch.

Friday (9th) - A Christmas Get-Together of the Ladies Guild and Men's Fellowship will be held at Trinity at 6:30pm.  There will be a two course meal at a cost of $10 per person, and a Dutch Auction whose proceeds will go towards ALWS.  Please bring a gift for the auction.  Pre-dinner drinks and nibbles will be supplied.  

Services for Sunday 27th November (First Sunday of Advent)

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service with Holy Communion 
Hawkesdale      11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Isaiah 2:1-5                 God's kingdom of peace
                   Psalm 122
                   Romans 13:11-14        Our salvation is near
                   Matthew 24:36-44       No one knows the day or hour

Upcoming events:

Saturday (3rd Dec) - A Family BBQ will be held at Hawkesdale Church Hall at 6pm, to which all Parish members are invited.  Meat and drinks will be provided.  Please bring a salad or sweet.

Sunday (4th Dec) - A Working Bee will be held following the 9am service at Trinity to install Christmas trees and decorations.  Any help will be gladly received.  Please direct enquiries to Kevin.

Services for Sunday 20th November (Last Sunday of Church Year)

Warrnambool    9:00am       Service of the Word
Hawkesdale      9:00am       Service of the Word (All Saints Sunday)
Ayrford            11:30am       Service with Holy Communion

Readings:    Jeremiah 23:1-6           The Lord will raise up a righteous Branch
                    Psalm 46
                    Colossians 1:11-20      The supremacy of Christ
                    Luke 19:11-27              The parable of the gold coins

Upcoming events:

Monday (21st) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (23rd) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study at Trinity begins at 6pm.  Bible Study follows at 6:30pm.  Everyone is invited to participate in one or both events.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.

Friday (25th) - Laternenfest in Tarrington Church Grounds is on again from 5pm.  Our youth group is looking for help with transport to the event, leaving at approximately 5:30pm and returning by 10pm.  The evening has a full program of activities for you all to enjoy.  It is always a fun evening.

Friday (25th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 7:15pm for an excursion along the Merri River.  Access to the trail is off Henry Street in Merrivale.  We will walk westwards, and then back again.  We will then be hosted for light refreshments by Barbara and David.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 8:15pm.  Everyone is very welcome.  Any enquiries should be directed to Christine.

Saturday (3rd Dec) - A Family BBQ will be held at Hawkesdale Church Hall at 6pm, to which all Parish members are invited.  Meat and drinks will be provided.  Please bring a salad or sweet.             

Services for Sunday 13th November (Twenty-Sixth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool                    9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale                      9:00am      Service of the Word
Cobden Miniature Rail    11:30am      Parish Service - All Welcome

Readings:   Malachi 4:1, 2a                The day of the Lord
                   Psalm 98
                   2 Thessalonians 3:6-13    The obligation to work
                   Luke 21:5-19                     Signs of the end of the age

Upcoming events:

Sunday (13th) - A Parish Gathering at Cobden Miniature Railway begins with a worship service at 11:30am.  This will be followed by a shared buffet lunch and train rides.  All those who intend riding on trains must wear covered shoes.  Tea, coffee and cordial will be provided.  Enquiries to Christine.

Wednesday (16th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  This will be the final get together for this year.  You are all welcome to join us.

Services for Sunday 6th November (25th Sunday After Pentecost)

                 All Saints Sunday


Warrnambool    9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Haggai 2:1-9                              The future glory of the temple
                   2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17     Stand firm as you wait for the coming
                                                                           of our Lord
                   Psalm 98
                   Luke 20:27-38                            The question about rising from death

Upcoming events:

Monday (7th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are most welcome.

Wednesday (9th) - Wednesday Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study continues this week at Trinity, beginning at 6pm.  Bible Study will follow at 6:30pm.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.  You are invited to attend one or both of these events.

Thursday (10th) - A meeting is being held at Trinity at 7:30pm to discuss our upcoming Christmas Eve Service of Carols and Narration.  Anyone from the congregation who is interested in having input is very welcome to attend the meeting.  Please direct enquiries to Christine.

Friday (11th) - Parish Youth Group meets at the 'Mini Golf by the sea', Pertobe Road, at 7pm.  Please bring supper, sturdy shoes, and $12.  The jumping pillow will also be available.  Parents, friends, and church members are very welcome.

Sunday (13th) - A visit to Cobden Miniature Railway is scheduled, beginning with a worship service at 11:30am.  This will be followed by a shared buffet lunch and train rides.  Everyone is very welcome.  Those riding on trains must wear covered shoes.  Tea, coffee and cordial will be provided.  Enquiries to Christine.  
  

Services for Sunday 30th October (Reformation Sunday)

Warrnambool   9:00am     Service of the Word
Hamilton         10:00am    Zone Reformation Service

The Zone Reformation Service will be held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Hamilton.  This service will be part of the 50th Anniversary of the LCA and 500th Anniversary of Reformation.

Readings:  Jeremiah 31:31-34   The Lord will write his law on our hearts
                  Psalm 46
                  Romans 3:19-28       Justification be faith
                  John 8:31-36            "In my word, you will know the truth"

Upcoming events:

Wednesday (2nd Nov) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1pm.  This meeting includes our AGM.  All ladies are invited to join us.

Monday (7th Nov) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm.  All men are very welcome.  

Services for Sunday 23rd October (Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:    Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22     The people plead to the Lord for mercy
                    Psalm 84:1-7
                    2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18        Christian courage in the face of death
                    Luke 18:9-14                       Parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector

Upcoming events:

Wednesday (16th) - Wednesday Evening Services with Holy Communion and Bible Study continue this week at Trinity, beginning at 6pm with Bible Study following at 6:30pm.  You are invited to come to one or both.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.

Thursday (27th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at 11am.  All ladies are welcome.

Sunday (30th) - Reformation Services: Our Parish has been invited to join the Hamilton congregation for a special service at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church beginning at 10am.  This service will recognise the 50th anniversary of the formation of the LCA and the 500th anniversary of the Reformation.  For those unable to travel to Hamilton, a Parish lay reading service will be held at Trinity at 9am.        

Services for Sunday 16th October (Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool    9:00am     Service of the Word
Hawkesdale      9:00am     Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am     Service with Holy Communion (75th Anniversary Service)

Readings:   Genesis 32:22-31         Jacob wrestles with God
                   Psalm 121
                   2 Timothy 3:14 - 4:5     Responsibilities of the Pastor
                   Luke 18:1-8                  Parable of the widow and the judge

Upcoming events:

Sunday (16th) - 75th Anniversary of St John's Ayrford Congregation will be celebrated today beginning with a worship service at 11:30am.  Community Lunch will follow, as well as an afternoon program and afternoon tea.  You are all welcome to join us for this special celebration.

Wednesday (19th) - The Cards And Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  New participants are very welcome.

Friday (21st) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church from 7 - 9pm.  Please bring a plate of supper and a positive attitude.

Services for Sunday 9th October (Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale        9:00am      Service of the Word
Warrnambool     11:00am     Service of the Word

Readings:    2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c      Naaman is cured
                    Psalm 111
                    2 Timothy 2:8-15           A call to endurance
                    Luke 17:11-19               Jesus heals ten lepers

Upcoming events:

Monday (10th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (12th) - A Parish Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm.  You are invited to join us for one or both of these events.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.

Thursday (13th) - Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.

Friday (14th) - Parish Youth have an evening of Laser Strike at 7pm.  Please meet at Trinity at 6:30pm if you require a lift.  We will return by 10pm.  Please bring along some supper to share.  RSVP to Sonia by Friday 7th October.

Sunday (16th) - St John's Ayrford Congregation celebrates its 75th Anniversary with a service at 11:30am, followed by lunch and afternoon activities.

Services for Sunday 2nd October (Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am        Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       9:00am        Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am        Service with Holy Communion

Readings:    Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4     The righteous will live by faith
                    Psalm 37:1-9
                    2 Timothy 1:1-14              Encouragement to be faithful
                    Luke 17:5-10                    Faith and duty

Upcoming events:

Saturday (1st) - A Family Concert will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm.  Please support our musicians, artists, and singers.  You will enjoy a wonderful evening of entertainment.  Supper will follow.

Sunday (2nd) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 5pm, starting at Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, and walking to the other side of the Hopkins River mouth. Afterwards, we share in a buffet meal and dessert at Christine & Jim's home.  BYO cool drink.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at about 6pm for the meal.  Everyone, young or older, is very welcome to join us.

Monday (3rd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men most welcome.

Wednesday (5th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1pm.  All women are very welcome to join us.

Services for Sunday 25th September (Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool      9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       11:00am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Amos 6:1a, 4-7        Woe to the complacent
                   Psalm 146
                   1 Timothy 6:6-19     Pastoral advice to Timothy
                   Luke 16:19-31         Parable of the rich man and Lazarus

Upcoming events:

Wednesday (28th) - A Parish Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by bible study at 6:30pm.  You are invited to join us for one or both of these events.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.

Saturday (1st Oct) - A Family Concert will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm, to which everyone is warmly invited.  Please come along and support our budding musicians and artists, as well as our older musicians and singers.  You will enjoy a wonderful evening of entertainment.  Supper will follow.

Sunday (2nd Oct) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 5pm.  We start at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, and walk to the other side of the Hopkins River mouth. Afterwards, we share in a buffet meal and dessert at Christine & Jim's home.  BYO cool drink.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 6pm.  Everyone, young or older, is very welcome to join us.

Services for Sunday 18th September (Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale        9:00am      Service of the Word
Warrnambool     9:00am       Service of the Word 
Ayrford             11:30am       Service with Holy Communion (Half-Yearly AGM to follow)

Readings:  Amos 8:4-7            Against swindlers and exploiters
                  Psalm 113
                  1 Timothy 2:1-7     The church is to pray for all people
                  Luke 16:1-13         The parable of the shrewd manager

Upcoming events:

Sunday (18th) - Ayrford Half-Yearly AGM will follow the service today.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Wednesday (21st) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  New participants are very welcome.  Please join us for some fun and a cuppa.

Wednesday (21st) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (28th) - A Parish Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by bible study at 6:30pm.  You are invited to join us for one or both of these events.  The evening will end by 7:30pm.  

Saturday (1st Oct) - A Family Concert will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm, to which everyone is warmly invited.  Please come along and support our budding musicians, and older musicians/singers, and enjoy a wonderful evening of entertainment.  Supper will follow.

Sunday (2nd Oct) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 5pm.  We start at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, and walk to the other side of the Hopkins River mouth.  Afterwards, we share in a buffet meal and dessert at Christine and Jim's home.  BYO cool drink.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at about 6pm.  Everyone, young and older, is very welcome to join us.       

Services for Sunday 11th September (Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale       9:00am     Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool   11:00am     Service with Holy Communion (followed by lunch)

Readings:   Exodus 32:7-14          Moses pleads for the people and the Lord relents
                   Psalm 51:1-10
                   1 Timothy 1:12-17      Gratitude for God's mercy
                   Luke 15:1-10              The lost sheep and the lost coin

Upcoming events:

Sunday (11th) - A BBQ Lunch and dessert follows the 11am service at Trinity today, to which all worshippers are invited.  This is a fundraiser by the Ladies Guild.  The cost will be $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 years and under.  Please join us and support the ladies in their fundraising venture.

Wednesday (14th) - Hawkesdale Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All visitors are most welcome.

Wednesday (14th) - Parish Midweek Service resumes tonight at Trinity at 6pm, with Bible Study following at 6:30pm.  You are invited to join us for one or both these events.

Friday (16th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall at 7pm.    

Services for Sunday 4th September (Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale        9:00am      Service of the Word
Warrnambool      9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Ayrford              11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:  Deuteronomy 30:15-20   A choice between life and death
                  Psalm 1
                  Philemon 1-21                 A personal appeal to Philemon
                  Luke 14:25-33                 The cost of being a disciple

Upcoming events:

Sunday (4th) - An organ concert will be given at Trinity Church today at 2pm as part of the Warrnambool Organ Festival weekend.  Guest organists will be Robert Craven and Gavin Fry, as well as some male voice singers.  This is a special Father's Day concert.  Other concerts will be given at other venues in town over Friday night, Saturday and Sunday.  Brochures are available at Trinity Church Hall which give further details.  Please support this musical venture and enjoy a wonderful weekend.

Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  There will be a guest speaker from Warrnambool Food Share.  Please bring a can of food and a gold coin to donate to the cause.  Anyone is welcome to join us.

Wednesday (7th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the church hall at 1pm.  All ladies are very welcome.

Sunday (11th) - Trinity Ladies Guild is hosting a BBQ lunch and dessert following the 11am service for all worshippers.  The cost will be $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 years and under.  Please join us and support the ladies in their fundraising venture.

Services for Sunday 28th August (Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am        Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       11:00am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Proverbs 25:6,7                 The wisdom of humility
                   Psalm 112
                   Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16      Obligations in community, home and church
                   Luke 14:1, 7-14                 Humility and hospitality

Upcoming events:

Sunday (28th) - The Walking Fellowship meets today at 1:30pm.  We are starting at McGennan's car park and walking to Granny's Grave then back again.  Afterwards we meet for afternoon tea at Reggie's Tea House (opposite Darriwill).  Non-walkers may join us at the cafe at about 3pm.  Everyone, especially new participants, are welcome to join us.

Monday (29th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Friday (2nd) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7pm.  All youth are very welcome.

Sunday (4th) - An organ concert will be given at Trinity Church at 2pm as part of the Warrnambool Organ Festival weekend.  Guest organists will be Robert Craven and Gavin Fry, as well as some male voice singers.  This is a special Father's Day concert.  Other concerts will be given at other venues in town over Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday.  Brochures are available at Trinity Church Hall which give further details.   Please support this musical venture and enjoy a wonderful weekend.

Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  There will be a guest speaker from Warrnambool Food Share.  Please bring a can of food and a gold coin to donate to the cause.  Anyone is welcome to join us.    

Services for Sunday 21st August (Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale       9:00am        Service of the Word
Warrnambool     9:00am        Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am        Service of the Word

Readings:   Isaiah 58:9b-14        The Lord calls on Israel to obey him
                   Psalm 103:1-8
                   Hebrews 12:18-29   Mount Sinai and Mount Zion contrasted
                   Luke 13:10-17         Jesus heals a crippled woman on the Sabbath Sunday

Upcoming events:

Sunday (28th) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at 1:30pm.  We are starting at McGennan's car park and walking to Granny's Grave then back again.   Afterwards we meet for afternoon tea at Reggie's Tea House (opposite Darriwill).  Non-walkers may join us at the cafe at about 3pm.  Everyone, especially new participants, are welcome to join us.  

Services for Sunday 14th August (Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale         9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool      11:00am     Service with Holy Communion (Lunch to follow)

Readings:   Jeremiah 23:23-29        The word of the living God is active
                   Psalm 82
                   Hebrews 11:29-12:2     The great cloud of witnesses
                   Luke 12:49-56              Jesus the cause of division

Upcoming events:

Sunday (14th) - A Lunch will follow the service today at Trinity.  The Ladies Guild is holding a Soup, Sandwich & Slice luncheon for a cost of $7 ($4 for children under 12).  This is a fundraiser for mission projects both in Australia and overseas.  Everyone is most welcome to join us.

Services for Sunday 7th August (Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service of the word
Ayrford             11:30am      Service of the Word

Readings:   Genesis 15:1-6                 Abraham justified by faith in God's promise
                   Psalm 33:12-22
                   Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16       Living by faith in God's promise
                   Luke 12:32-40                  Be ready for Christ's return

Upcoming events:

Sunday (14th) - A Soup, Sandwich & Slice Luncheon will be on offer at Trinity following the 11am service.  The Ladies Guild are hosting the lunch as a fundraiser for mission projects, both here in Australia and overseas.  The cost is $7 per person, $4 for children under 12 years.  Everyone is very welcome to join us for lunch.  

Services for Sunday 31st July (Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion 
Hawkesdale       9:00am       Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am       Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14; 2:18-23  Only in God does life have meaning
                   Psalm 49:1-12
                   Colossians 3:1-11                         The old life and the new
                   Luke 12:13-21                              The parable of the rich fool

Upcoming events:

Sunday (31st) - Trinity Half Yearly AGM is scheduled for 2pm today in the Church Hall.  Voting members are encouraged to attend.

Monday (1st Aug) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm.  All men are very welcome.

Wednesday (3rd) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the hall at 1pm.  All ladies are welcome to join us for an afternoon of fellowship.

Services for Sunday 24th July (Tenth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service of the Word
Hawkesdale       11:00am     Service of the Word

Readings:    Genesis 18:20-32       Abraham pleads for Sodom
                    Psalm 138
                    Colossians 2:6-15      Not philosophy or legalism, but Christ
                    Luke 11:1-13             Jesus' teaching on prayer

Upcoming events:

Friday (22nd) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7pm - 9pm.  Please bring examples of things you enjoy or hope to achieve.

Monday (25th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Sunday (31st) - Trinity Half Yearly AGM is scheduled for 2pm in the Church Hall.  Voting members are encouraged to attend.

Services for Sunday 17th July (Ninth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool    9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale      9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Ayrford            11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:    Genesis 18:1-10a         A son promised to old Abraham and Sarah
                    Psalm 15
                    Colossians 1:15-28      The supremacy of Christ; Paul a servant
                    Luke 10:38-42             Jesus visits Mary and Martha

Upcoming events:

Wednesday (20th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm for a social get-together.  New participants are very welcome.

Monday (25th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Sunday (31st) - Trinity Half Yearly AGM is scheduled for 2pm in the Church Hall.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Services for Sunday 10th July (Eighth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale        9:00am       Service of the Word
Warrnambool     11:00am      Service with Holy Communion
                                               (Community Lunch to follow this service)

Readings:   Deuteronomy 30:9-14     A call to obey God whose word is very near
                   Psalm 25:1-10
                   Colossians 1:1-14            Paul's thanksgiving and prayer
                   Luke 10:25-37                 The parable of the Good Samaritan

Upcoming events:

Saturday (9th) - Parish Youth Group meets at the Lighthouse Theatre at 2pm for a matinee performance of 'Godspell'.  Tickets cost approx. $25.  Please contact Sonia to arrange your tickets.

Sunday (10th) - A Shared Fellowship Lunch will follow the service at Trinity at 11am.  Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table.  Everyone, including all visitors, are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (13th) - LWV Western Zone 50th Anniversary Rally will be held at St. Michael's Lutheran Church, Tarrington.  A cuppa will be served at 9:30am, with the official programme commencing at 10am.  Everyone is welcome to join us for a day of celebration, bible study, and guest speakers.  You are invited to consider wearing something gold.  Those looking for transport should contact Janine or Margaret.    

Services for Sunday 3rd July (Seventh Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am      Service of the Word

Readings:   Isaiah 66:10-14             Rejoice with Jerusalem
                   Psalm 66:1-9
                   Galatians 6:7-16           Do good to all
                   Luke 10:1-11, 16-20     Jesus sends out the seventy-two

Upcoming events:

Monday (4th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm.  All men are very welcome.

Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1pm at the Church Hall.  All ladies are invited to attend.

Sunday (10th) - A Shared Fellowship Lunch will follow the 11am service at Trinity.  Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table.  Everyone, including all visitors, are welcome to join us.    

Services for Sunday 26th June (Sixth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool    9:00am        Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      11:00am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   1 Kings 19:15, 16, 19-21    The call of Elisha
                   Psalm 16
                   Galatians 5:1, 13-25           Freedom in Christ to live by the Spirit
                   Luke 9:51-62                      The cost of following Jesus

Sunday (26th) - A Special General Meeting will be held at Trinity following the service today to ratify our delegates to the LCA Vic/Tas District Convention of Synod in October.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Services for Sunday 19th June (Fifth Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:    Isaiah 65:1 - 9             The Lord will punish the rebellious but save
                                                             those who serve him
                    Psalm 22:19 - 28
                    Galatians 3:23 - 29      We are Christ's, justified by faith
                    Luke 8:26 - 39             Jesus heals a man with demons

Upcoming events:

Saturday (18th) - A Papua New Guinea Fellowship Evening will be held at Trinity Church Hall at 6pm.  Please bring a casserole or finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table.  BYO drinks.  We will have traditionally prepared food to share.  Our guest speaker will be Hanna.  We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening together.

Monday (20th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Friday (24th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a mystery night.  Please bring a torch, warm jacket/jumper and sturdy shoes.  Supper items would also be appreciated.

Sunday (26th) - A Special General Meeting will be held at Trinity following the 9am service to ratify our delegates to District Convention of Synod in October.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Services for Sunday 12th June (Fourth Sunday After Pentecost)

Hawkesdale       9:00am       Service with Holy Communion   
Warrnambool    11:00am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:    2 Samuel 11:26 - 12:10, 13-15     Nathan's message: you are the man!  
                    Psalm 32
                    Galations 2:15 - 21                       Jews and Gentiles are saved by faith      
                    Luke 7:36 - 8:3                             A sinful woman forgiven; women
                                                                                   followers

Upcoming events:

Sunday (12th) - Nomination forms are due by today at Trinity for the District Convention of Synod in October at Shepparton.  Voting will take place on Sunday 26th June following the service at 9am.  

Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  New participants are very welcome.

Wednesday (15th) - Hawkesdale Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All welcome.

Thursday (16th) - Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm.

Saturday (18th) - Papua New Guinea evening of food and fellowship will be held at Trinity Church Hall at 6pm.  Please bring a casserole or finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table. BYO drinks.  We will have traditionally prepared PNG food to share.  Our guest speaker will be Hanna.  We look forward to sharing a wonderful evening together.

Services for Sunday 5th June (Third Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       9:00am       Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am       Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   1 Kings 17: 17-24      Elijah restores a dead child to life
                   Psalm 30
                   Galations 1: 11-24     Paul called by God himself
                   Luke 7: 11-17            Jesus raises a widow's son from death

Upcoming events:

Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church at 7pm, where everyone is invited to visit the Warrnambool Air Ambulance station.  We will carpool transport to the airport, meeting there by 7:25pm.  Our host pilot has extensive experience flying for both the Army and now Air Ambulance.  All men most welcome.

Wednesday (8th) - Hawkesdale Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All ladies welcome.

Friday (10th) - Parish Youth meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a Queen's Birthday Party, celebrating with birthday cake and birthday games.  Please bring a plate of your favourite party food.  

Services for Sunday 29th May (Second Sunday After Pentecost)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       9:00am       Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am       Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   1 Kings 8: 22, 23, 41-43    Solomon's prayer of dedication of the temple
                   Psalm 96: 1-9
                   Galatians 1: 1-12               No other gospel
                   Luke 7: 1-10                      The Roman officer's faith

Upcoming events:

Sunday (29th) - Trinity Singers meet today following the service at 9am.  Enquiries to Lynne.

Sunday (29th) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at 2pm today.  We start at Point Ritchie (the city side of the Hopkins River mouth) and walk to Logan's Beach viewing platform.  Light refreshments will be served afterwards at Christine's home.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 3:15pm.  New participants are very welcome.  Enquiries to Christine.

Monday (30th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at the Ayrford Hall at 11am.  All ladies are welcome.

Wednesday (1st June) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets in the Church Hall at 1pm.  All ladies are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (1st June) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Thursday (2nd June) - Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  


   

Services for Sunday 22nd May (Trinity Sunday)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion (Sunday School today)
Hawkesdale      11:00am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Proverbs 8: 1-4, 22-31     Wisdom's role in creation
                   Psalm 8
                   Romans 5: 1-5                 The Christian experience of the Trinity
                   John 16: 12-15                The Spirit from God will bear witness to Jesus

Upcoming events:

Sunday (22nd) - Trinity Singers will meet following the service today, also in coming weeks after the 9am services.  Anyone who may be interested is welcome to join us.  Enquiries should be directed to Lynne.

Friday (27th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity from 7-9pm for a MasterChef evening.  Wear your favourite apron and a chef's hat.  Parents are welcome.

Sunday (29th) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at 2pm, starting at Point Ritchie (the city side of the Hopkins River mouth) and walking to Logan's Beach viewing platform.  Light refreshments will be served afterwards at Christine's home.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 3:15pm.  New participants are very welcome.       

Services for Sunday 15th May (Pentecost)

Hawkesdale       9:00am       Service of the Word
Warrnambool     9:00am       Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am       Service of the Word

Readings:   Acts 2: 1-21                      The coming of the Holy Spirit
                   Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b    
                   Romans 8: 14-17              The Spirit makes us God's children
                   John 14: 8-17                   Jesus promises the Holy Spirit

Upcoming events:

Sunday (15th) - Trinity Singing Group meets following the 9am service today, also in coming weeks after the 9am services.  Anyone who may be interested is welcome to join us.  Enquiries should be directed to Lynne.

Wednesday (18th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at 1:30pm at Trinity Church Hall.  We play card games, scrabble, and other board games, as well as enjoy afternoon tea and a chat.  New participants are most welcome.

Sunday (29th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 2pm for another outing.  Please keep this date in mind.     

Services for Sunday 8th May (Seventh Sunday of Easter)

Hawkesdale        9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool     11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Acts 16: 16-34                                      Paul and Silas in prison
                   Psalm 97
                   Revelation 22: 12-14, 16, 17, 20, 21    Jesus is coming soon
                   John 17: 20-26                                     Jesus prays for all believers

Upcoming events:

Monday (9th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Sunday (15th) - Trinity Singing Group meets next Sunday following the 9am service.  Anyone who may be interested is welcome to join us.  

Services for Sunday 1st May (Sixth Sunday of Easter)

Hawkesdale        9:00am      Service of the Word
Warrnambool     10:00am     Confirmation Service

Readings:  Acts 16: 9-15                        Paul takes the good news to Philippi
                  Psalm 67
                  Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5    The new Jerusalem  
                  John 14: 23-29                      "I am going to the father"

Sunday (1st) - A reminder that orders for mettwurst are due today at Warrnambool.  Please see Margaret or Ivor for details.

Thursday (5th May) - Parish Ascension Day Service to be held at Trinity at 7:30pm.  Holy Communion will be celebrated.  All Parish members are invited and encouraged to participate.

Monday (2nd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are welcome.

Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1pm at the Church Hall.  All ladies are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (4th) - Warrnambool Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Friday (6th) - The Parish Youth meet at the Tenpin Bowls in Timor Street, Warrnambool from 7pm to 9pm.  Please bring a friend, money ($12 per person) and a warm jacket.  We will have supper on the Civic Green stage afterwards.

 

Services for Sunday 24th April (Fifth Sunday of Easter)

Warrnambool    9:00am       Service with Holy Communion

Ayrford             11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Acts 11: 1-18             Peter explains how God's salvation is also for 

                                                                 Gentiles

                   Psalm 148

                   Revelation 21: 1-6     God will wipe away all tears

                   John 13: 31-35          The new commandment: love one another

Upcoming events:

Sunday (24th) - Trinity Ladies Guild is holding a cake and produce stall today following the service at 9am.  All donations of baked goods and produce will be gratefully received.  

Wednesday (27th) - Hawkesdale Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.

Wednesday (27th) - Parish Church Council meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm.   

Friday (29th) - Parish Confirmation Classes continue today for the final time for the current class.

Sunday (1st May) - Confirmation Service will be held at Trinity at 10am.  

Services for Sunday 17th April (Fourth Sunday of Easter)

          Good Shepherd Sunday

Warrnambool    9:00am     Service of the Word
Hawkesdale      9:00am     Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Acts 9: 36-43             Peter raises Tabitha (Dorcas) from death            
                   Psalm 23
                   Revelation 7: 9-17     The Lamb is their shepherd
                   John 10: 22-30           My sheep listen to my voice

Upcoming events:

Sunday (17th) - A reminder that the Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing at the Timboon Rail Trail this afternoon at 2pm.  We meet at the Railway Shed Distillery Car Park .  A shuttle bus will take us to the trestle bridge to start the walk.  Please wear sturdy shoes.  Tea/coffee and cake at the distillery will follow the walk.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 3:15pm.  Enquiries should be directed to Christine.  Everyone is very welcome to join us.

Wednesday (20th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  Anyone interested in card games and/or board games is very welcome to join us.  Or just come for a cuppa and chat.  

Friday (22nd) - Parish Confirmation Classes resume at Trinity.

Friday (22nd) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall from 6:30pm to 9pm.  Please bring savoury finger food to share.  All those of secondary school age are very welcome to join us, and bring a friend along.

Sunday (24th) - Trinity Ladies Guild has planned a cake and produce stall to follow the 9am service.  All donations of baked goods and produce will be gratefully received.

Services for Sunday 10th April (Third Sunday of Easter)

Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service of the Word
Warrnambool    11:00am     Service of the Word

A shared lunch will follow the service at Warrnambool.  Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table.  Everyone, including all visitors, are welcome to join us.

Readings:   Acts 9: 1-20                The conversion of Saul
                   Psalm 30
                   Revelation 5: 11-14     Worthy is the Lamb that was killed
                   John 21: 1-19              Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish; words to
                                                             Peter

Upcoming events:

Wednesday (13th) - Hawkesdale Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.

Thursday (14th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at 11am.

Friday (15th) - Parish Confirmation Classes resume at Warrnambool.

Sunday (17th) - The Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing at the Timboon Rail Trail.  We meet at the Railway Shed Distillery Car Park at 2pm.  A shuttle bus will be available to take us to the trestle bridge for the start of the walk.  Please wear sturdy shoes.  Tea/coffee and cake at the distillery will follow the walk, or bring your own refreshments to eat on the lawn.  Non-walkers are welcome to catch up with us for coffee at about 3:15pm.  Any enquiries should be directed to Christine or Jim. Everyone is very welcome to join us.

Services for Sunday 3rd April (Second Sunday of Easter)

Warrnambool    9:00am        Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      9:00am        Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:30am       Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Acts 5: 27-32           The apostles boldly proclaim Jesus' resurrection
                   Psalm 150
                   Revelation 1: 4-8      Every eye will see the Lord
                   John 20: 19-31         Thomas sees the risen Christ and believes

Upcoming events:

Monday (4th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm for an evening of cards and bowls.  All men are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1pm.  All ladies are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Sunday (10th) - Trinity Congregation has scheduled a shared lunch to follow the service at 11am.  Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table.  Everyone, including all visitors, are welcome to join us.

Sunday (17th) - The Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing at the Timboon Rail Trail at 2pm.

Services for Sunday 20th March (Palm Sunday)

Warrnambool     9:00am     Service of the Word
Hawkesdale       9:00am     Service of the Word 
Ayrford             11:30am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Isaiah 50: 4-9a          The obedience of the Lord's servant
                   Psalm 31: 9-16        
                   Philippians 2: 5-11    Christ - the obedient servant and exalted Lord
                   Luke 23: 1-49            Jesus' suffering and death

Thursday (24th) - Maundy Thursday Parish Service:
                   Hawkesdale      7:30pm       Service with Holy Communion

Friday (25th) - Good Friday Services:
                   Warrnambool    9:00am       Service of the Word
                   Ayrford             11:30am      Service of the Word

Sunday (27th) - Easter Sunday Services:
                   Warrnambool    9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
                   Hawkesdale      11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Sunday (20th) - Parish Youth Group meets from 1pm to 3:30pm at the Civic Green for a 'Lunch on the Lawn'.  Please bring $10 for fish and chips and ice-cream, followed by lawn games.  You are welcome to bring a ball or a game.

Monday (21st) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm at the Church Hall.  

Services for Sunday 13th March (Fifth Sunday in Lent)

Hawkesdale        9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool     11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:  Isaiah 43: 16-21            God promises a new deliverance for his people
                  Psalm 126
                  Philippians 3: 4b-14      Already righteous but not yet perfect
                  John 12: 1-8                  Mary anoints Jesus at Bethany

Wednesday (16th) - Midweek Parish Lenten Services continue this week with a service at Immanuel, Hawkesdale, at 7:30pm.  Pastor Mathew Ker will be leading this service.  All Parish Members are invited to participate.  

Services for Sunday 6th March (Fourth Sunday in Lent)

Warrnambool    9:00am     Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      9:00am     Service of the Word
Ayrford             11:00am    Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Joshua 5: 9-12                 The passover at Gilgal, in the promised land
                   Psalm 32
                   2 Corinthians 5: 16-21      In Christ the new has come
                   Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32        The parable of the lost son

Wednesday (9th) - Midweek Parish Lenten Services continue this week with a service at Trinity, Warrnambool, beginning at 7:30pm.  Pastor Sam Modra of the Tabor Parish will be leading the service.  All Parish Members are invited to participate in this service.

Other upcoming events:

Saturday (5th) - The Walking Fellowship is meeting at 5pm at the Koroit Rail Trail.  We will start at the old Koroit Train Station and walk along the trail towards Patterson Street.  Afterwards, we will gather at the Blackwood Community Centre at the civic park for a BYO picnic or local pizza.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at about 6pm.  Sunday School children and their parents are especially welcome to come along, as the Trail is a great place for skipping, running, or riding/cycling.

Sunday (6th) - A meeting to discuss the Sunday School at Warrnambool will be held after the service at 9am.  All teachers, helpers, and anyone interested in supporting the Sunday School are invited to this meeting.

Sunday (6th) - The Property Committee at Warrnambool has a meeting scheduled after the service today at 9am.

Sunday (6th) - The Hawkesdale Congregational AGM will be held at 7:30pm at the hall.  All voting members are encouraged to attend. 

Monday (7th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at 6:15pm at the City Bowls Club, Cramer Street, for an evening of lawn bowls.  Those wishing to attend are asked to notify Ross by Sunday 6th so teams can be arranged.  All men are very welcome to join us.

Friday (11th) - Parish Confirmation Classes resume at 4:30pm.

Friday (11th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Warrnambool at 6:30pm for a scavenger hunt.  All those of secondary school age are very welcome to join us.

Services for Sunday 28th February (Third Sunday in Lent)

Warrnambool    9:00am      Service with Holy Communion (Harvest Festival)

Goods and produce can be brought along on Saturday from 5pm.  Setting up will take place at 7pm.  Goods can also be brought along on Sunday prior to the service.

Hawkesdale      11:00am    Service with Holy Communion

Our Annual Sunday School Picnic will be held following this service.  Parish Members are invited to join us.  Please bring a salad/cold meats plus a sweet to share.

Readings:   Isaiah 55: 1-9                  Come to the Lord, who is merciful
                   Psalm 63: 1-8
                   1 Corinthians 10: 1-13    Do not take God's grace for granted
                   Luke 13: 1-9                   Repent or die!

Wednesday (2nd March) - Midweek Parish Lenten Services continue this week with a service at Hawkesdale beginning at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor Richard Taylor of the Hamilton Parish.  All Parish members are invited to participate in this service.

Saturday (5th) - The Walking Fellowship is meeting at 5pm at the Koroit Rail Trail.  We will start at the old Koroit Train Station and walk along the trail towards Patterson Street.  Afterwards, we will gather at the Blackwood Community Centre at the civic park for a BYO picnic or local pizza.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at about 6pm.  Sunday School children and their parents are especially welcome to come along, as the Trail is a great place for skipping, running or riding/cycling.    

Services for Sunday 21st February (Second Sunday in Lent)

Warrnambool    9:00am      Service of the Word
Hawkesdale      9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Genesis 15: 1-12, 17-18    God's covenant with Abraham
                   Psalm 27
                   Philippians 3: 17-4: 1         Be what you are: citizens of heaven
                   Luke 13: 31-35                  Jesus' sorrow over Jerusalem

Wednesday (24th) - Midweek Parish Lenten Services continue this week with a service at Trinity,  Warrnambool beginning at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor Sam Modra of the Tabor Parish.  All Parish members are invited to participate in this service.

Other upcoming events:

Sunday (21st) - A short meeting for Counters and Bankers will be held at Trinity following the service at 9am.

Sunday (21st) - Trinity Congregation's AGM will be held at 7:30pm in the hall.  Reports and minutes of the 2015 half yearly AGM are available for collection from the hall foyer table.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Friday (26th) - Parish Youth Group has a Pizza and Games evening scheduled from 6:30pm - 9pm at Trinity Church Hall.  Pizza and drinks will be provided.  All youth are invited to come along for an evening of fun and games.

Sunday (28th) - A Harvest Thanksgiving Service will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, at 9am.  Goods and produce for display in the church can be brought along on Saturday from 5pm.  Setting up will take place at 7pm.  Goods can also be brought along on Sunday prior to the service.

Sunday (28th) - Hawkesdale's Sunday School Picnic will be held following the service at 11am.  Parish Members are invited to join us.  Please bring a salad/cold meats plus a sweet to share.



                   

Services for Sunday 14th February (First Sunday in Lent)

Hawkesdale       9:00am      Service with Holy Communion (This is also a Harvest 
                                                 Thanksgiving Service)
Warrnambool    11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Deuteronomy 26: 1-11   Thank-offering for the mighty acts of God
                   Psalm 91: 1-2, 9-16
                   Romans 10: 8b-13          The Christian confession: Jesus is Lord
                   Luke 4: 1-13                   Jesus tempted


Wednesday (17th) - Midweek Parish Lenten Services continue this week with a service at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor David Wear of the Hamilton Parish.  All Parish members are encouraged to attend.

Other Upcoming Events:

Sunday (14th) - Terang Fellowship Group meets this evening at the Nuske's for a BBQ meal.  Please bring a salad and sweet to share.  All are welcome.

Wednesday (17th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  Anyone who may be interested in playing cards, scrabble, or any board games is welcome to come along and join us, or just come for a chat and a cuppa.

Sunday (21st) - A short meeting for Counters and Bankers will be held at Trinity following the service at 9am.

Sunday (21st) - Ayrford Congregation's AGM will follow the service at 11:30am and a shared fellowship lunch.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Sunday (21st) - Trinity Congregation's AGM will be held at 7:30pm in the hall.  Reports and minutes of the 2015 half yearly AGM are available for collection from the hall foyer table.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.





                                                

Services for Sunday 7th February (Last Sunday After Epiphany)

               The Transfiguration of our Lord


Warrnambool    9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am      Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Exodus 34: 29-35                 The shining face of Moses  
                   Psalm 99
                   2 Corinthians 3: 12 - 4: 2      We reflect the glory of the Lord
                   Luke 9: 28-36                       The transfiguration of Jesus

Wednesday (10th) - Ash Wednesday Parish Service will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, beginning at 7:30pm.  Ash Wednesday marks the start of the season of Lent.  All Parish members are invited to participate in this Parish service.

Other upcoming events:

Sunday (7th) - The Parish AGM will be held this afternoon at 2:30pm at Trinity.  All Parish voting members are encouraged to attend.

Monday (8th) - Trinity Church Council meets at the hall at 7:30pm.

Saturday (13th) - Trinity Sunday School Fellowship BBQ will be held at the church hall from 6pm. We are inviting all children, parents, grandparents, helpers, and anyone who would like to support the Sunday School.  Sausages, hamburgers, tea/coffee and ice-cream for dessert will be provided.  Please bring a salad and/or savoury nibbles, and your own drinks.  The BBQ will be followed by fun and activities for all ages.  Enquiries should be directed to Tanya.

Sunday (14th) - Harvest Thanksgiving Service to be held at Hawkesdale at 9am.  

Services for Sunday 31st January (Fourth Sunday After Epiphany)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      11:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford              11:30am      Service with Holy Communion  

Readings:   Jeremiah 1: 4-10             God appoints Jeremiah as a prophet to the
                                                                nations
                   Psalm 7: 1-6
                   1 Corinthians 13: 1-13    The way of love
                   Luke 4: 21-30                 Jesus is rejected by his home town

Upcoming events:

Monday (1st) - Parish Men's Fellowship has its first meeting for this year at Trinity Church Hall, beginning at 6:30pm, for a BBQ meal.  BYO drinks.  Please RSVP to Ross or Trevor by Sunday 31st January.

Wednesday (3rd) - Trinity Ladies Guild will meet at the church hall at 1pm.  All ladies are invited to join us, and bring along any items for the trading table.

Wednesday (3rd) - Trinity Elders have a meeting scheduled for 7:30pm.

Sunday (7th) - Parish AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm at Trinity Church Hall.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Sunday (7th) - Written reports from all committees and auxiliaries of Trinity congregation need to be in by today.  Please place in box provided on hall foyer table.  They will be published and ready for hand-out on Sunday 14th Feb.

Services for Sunday 24th January (Third Sunday After Epiphany)

Warrnambool     9:00am       Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale       11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:   Nehemiah 8: 1-3, 5-6, 8-10    Ezra reads the law to the people
                   Psalm 19
                   1 Corinthians 12: 12-31a       You are the body of Christ
                   Luke 4: 14-21                        Jesus proclaims God's word at Nazareth

Services for Sunday 17th January (Second Sunday After Epiphany)

Hawkesdale         9:00am      Service of the Word
Warrnambool       9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford               11:30am      Service of the Word

Readings:   Isaiah 62: 1-5                  God will restore Zion and rejoice in her
                   Psalm 36: 5-10
                   1 Corinthians 12: 1-11    Gifts of the Spirit
                   John 2: 1-11                    Jesus at the wedding in Cana

Epiphany always occurs on 6th January.  For an explanation on Epiphany, check out the articles on this site.

Services for Sunday 10th January (First Sunday After Epiphany)

                       Baptism of our Lord

Hawkesdale        9:00am       Service of the Word
Warrnambool     11:00am      Service of the Word

Readings:   Isaiah 43: 1-7                The Lord will be with his people
                   Psalm 29
                   Acts 8: 14-17                 The people of Samaria receive the Holy Spirit
                   Luke 3: 15-17, 21-22     The baptism of Jesus

Epiphany always occurs on 6th January.  For an explanation on Epiphany, check out the articles on this site.