Saturday 22 December 2018

Services for Christmas Period

Sunday  23rd December
Warrnambool    9:00am    Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      7:00pm    Children's Christmas Service

Readings:  Micah 5: 2-2a         The shepherd King to be born in Bethlehem
                  Luke 1: 46b-55       Song of Mary (Magnificat)
                  Hebrews 10: 5-10   Christ came to do God's will
                  Luke 1: 39-45         Mary visits Elizabeth

Monday    24th  December      Christmas Eve
Warrnambool    7:00pm    Children's Christmas Service

Tuesday   25th  December       Christmas Day
Hawkesdale        8:00am    Service of the Word
Warrnambool    10:00am    Service of the Word

Readings:  Isaiah 52: 7-10
                  Psalm 98
                  Hebrews 1: 1-4
                  John 1: 1-14

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

Readings:  1 Samuel 2: 18-20, 26
                   Psalm 148
                   Colossians 3: 12-17
                   Luke 2: 41-52

Christmas Blessings to everyone in the Parish and beyond.


Friday 14 December 2018

Services for Sunday 16th December (Third 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:  Zephaniah 3: 14-20   The Lord will renew us by his love
                  Isaiah 12: 2-6
                  Philippians 4: 4-7       Rejoice!  The Lord is near
                  Luke 3: 7-18               What must we do?

Friday (21st) - Carols on the Green takes place on the Civic Green with a children's program and BBQ from 6:30pm,  followed by carols from 7:30pm.

Saturday (22nd) - Ayrford Children's Christmas Service at 8pm.

Friday 7 December 2018

Services for Sunday 9th December (Second Sunday Of Advent)

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

Readings: Malachi 3: 1-4         The day of judgement is near
                 Luke 1: 68-79          Song of Zechariah
                 Philippians 1: 3-11   Be ready for the day of Christ
                 Luke 3: 1-6              All people will see the salvation of our God

Sunday (9th) - A Christmas Market Stall is being held this morning at Trinity by the Sunday School children, to raise funds for the Sunday School children at Abong congregation in PNG. Please support this worthwhile cause.

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

Saturday 15th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 8am at the Surf Life Saving Club car park, and will walk along Pertobe Road to the Breakwater, then back along the foreshore promenade.  Breakfast and/or coffee will follow at CBeans Cafe, Timor Street.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 9am.  Come along and enjoy an early morning outing.

Friday 30 November 2018

Services for Sunday 2nd December (First Sunday of Advent)

Warrnambool    9:00am    Service with Holy Communion
Ayrford           11:30am     Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      6:00pm    Service of the Word (BBQ meal to follow)

Readings:  Jeremiah 33: 14-16         A righteous descendant of David as King
                  Psalm 25: 1-10
                  1 Thessalonians 3: 9-13  May God continue to bless you
                  Luke 21: 25-36                Signs of the end of the age

Sunday (2nd) - Christmas Trees will be set up today at Trinity following the service at 9am.  Any help will be appreciated.

Sunday (2nd) - Trinity Welfare Committee meets today following the service at 9am.

Sunday (2nd) - Hawkesdale Congregation has its annual BBQ following the service this evening at 6pm.  Meat and drinks provided.  Please bring salad and/or sweets.  Visitors are very welcome.

Monday (3rd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm for a BBQ tea.  BYO drinks.  All men are welcome.

Wednesday (5th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All ladies are welcome to join us.

Friday (7th) - A Combined Christmas Function of Trinity Ladies Guild and Men's Fellowship will be held at Trinity at 6pm with nibbles/sherry/fruit juice, followed by BBQ/salads/sweets and a Dutch Auction and Christmas Carols.  Cost is $10 per person.  Proceeds to ALWS 'Gifts of Grace'.



Friday 23 November 2018

Services for Sunday 25th November (Last Sunday Of Church Year)

Warrnambool    9:00am    Service of the Word
Hawkesdale     11:00am   Service of the Word
Cobden Rail    11:30am    Service, Lunch and Fellowship

Readings:  Daniel 7: 9, 10, 13, 14  A vision of God surrounded by his court
                  Psalm 93
                  Revelation 1: 4b-8        Christ is coming on the clouds
                  John 5: 21-29               The Son's authority to judge and save

Sunday (25th) - A Worship Service at Cobden Miniature Railway is scheduled for 11:30am, followed by a shared buffet lunch and rides on the trains.  Warrnambool congregation will be hosting all Parish members and friends.  Tea, coffee and cordial will be provided.  Families are especially encouraged to attend a wonderful day of fellowship.

Wednesday (28th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion takes place at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  All are invited to attend one or both of these events.


Friday 16 November 2018

Services for Sunday 18th November (Twenty-Sixth 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:  Daniel 12: 1-3          The time of the end
                  Psalm 16
                  Hebrews 10: 11-25   Let us confidently draw near to God
                  Mark 13: 1-8             Signs of the end of the age

Wednesday (21st) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm for cards, games and fellowship.  All are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (21st) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday (23rd) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm to work on a Christmas Community Project.

Saturday 10 November 2018

Services for Sunday 11th November (Twenty-Fifth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings: 1 Kings 17: 8-16       Elijah and the widow of Zarephath
                  Psalm 146
                  Hebrews 9: 24-28    Christ's sacrifice takes away sins
                  Marl 12: 38-44         The widow's generous offering

Sunday (11th) - Following the service at Trinity at 11am,  we are all invited to a shared buffet lunch, after which Hanna will give a presentation on her translation work in PNG, at about 1:15pm.  Please come along and support Hanna in her work.

Wednesday (14th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at 7pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.


Friday 2 November 2018

Services for Sunday 4th November - All Saints Day

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

Readings:  Isaiah 25: 6-9             God prepares a banquet for the peoples
                  Psalm 34: 1-10, 22
                  Revelation 21: 1-6a   The new heaven and the new earth
                  John 11: 32-44           Jesus raises Lazarus to life

Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are welcome.

Wednesday (7th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All ladies are invited to join us.

Wednesday (7th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  Everyone is invited to join us for one or both of these events.

Friday (9th) - Parish Youth are meeting at 7pm at the City Memorial Bowls Club, Cramer Street, for an evening of lawn bowls.  Please wear flat soled shoes.  All secondary students are welcome to join us.



Saturday 27 October 2018

Services for Sunday 28th October - Reformation Sunday

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

Readings:  Jeremiah 31: 7-9    The Lord will save a remnant of Israel
                  Psalm 126
                  Hebrews 7: 23-28   Jesus is a priest forever
                  Mark 10: 46-52       Jesus heals a blind man

Sunday (28th) - Hawkesdale congregation has arranged a shared meal with Bible Study to follow, at the residence of Robert & Janis, beginning at 5:30pm.

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

Wednesday (31st) - Midweek Service at Trinity begins at 7pm.  No Bible Study tonight.  We observe Reformation Day with a full service.




Saturday 20 October 2018

Services for Sunday 21st 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

Readings:  Isaiah 53: 4-12    The suffering servant
                  Psalm 91: 9-16
                  Hebrews 5: 1-10  Jesus our great high priest
                  Mark 10: 35-45    The request of James and John

Wednesday (24th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at 7pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Saturday (27th) - A Working Bee has been organised for Trinity church complex beginning at 9:30am.  Any offers of assistance will be gratefully accepted.  Coffee and a light lunch will be provided.  Enquiries should be directed to Trevor.


Friday 12 October 2018

Services for Sunday 14th October (Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Amos 5: 6, 7, 10-15   Hate evil, love good, maintain justice
                  Psalm 90: 12-17
                  Hebrews 4: 12-16      Jesus our high priest is merciful
                  Mark 10: 17-31          The rich man goes away sad

Wednesday (17th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  Visitors and friends are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (17th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Thursday (18th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Saturday 6 October 2018

Services for Sunday 7th 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

The services at Warrnambool and Ayrford will be led by Pastor David Borgas.

Readings:  Job 1:1, 2:1-10              Job is tested
                  Psalm 8
                  Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12  God has spoken through His Son
                  Mark 10:2-16                Jesus teaches about divorce, and blesses children

Wednesday (10th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meet at the hall from 11am for Bible Study and fellowship. All ladies are invited to attend.

Friday (12th) - Parish Youth have arranged a campfire at Petering's farm, Dixie.  All secondary school aged students are welcome to join us.



Friday 28 September 2018

Services for Sunday 30th September (Nineteenth 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:  Numbers 11: 4-6, 10-16, 24-29  Moses chooses 70 leaders
                  Psalm 19: 7-14
                  James 5: 13-20      Prayer offered in faith
                  Mark 9:38-50         Acting in Jesus' name; temptations to sin

Monday (1st October) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are invited to join us.

Wednesday (3rd October) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All ladies are very welcome.

Saturday 22 September 2018

Services for Sunday 23rd September (Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Jeremiah 11: 18-20         A plot against Jeremiah's life
                  Psalm 54
                  James 3: 13- 4: 3, 7, 8a  The wisdom from heaven
                  Mark 9: 30-37                 The servant of all is the greatest

Monday (24th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (26th) - Midweek Service with Confirmation and Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.


Saturday 15 September 2018

Services for Sunday 16th September (Seventeenth 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 50: 4-9a    The obedient servant of the Lord
                  Psalm 116: 1-9
                  James 3: 1-12      Taming the tongue
                  Mark 8: 27-38       Christ must suffer and die

Wednesday (19th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  Come along and join us for an afternoon of fellowship.  All are invited.

Wednesday (19th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at 7pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to participate in one or both of these events.

Friday 7 September 2018

Services for Sunday 9th September (Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Isaiah 35: 4-7a   God will come to save
                  Psalm 146
                  James 2: 1-17     Faith shown in love
                  Mark 7: 24-37     A woman's faith; Jesus heals a deaf mute

Sunday (9th) - Trinity Ladies Guild is holding a Fundraising Fellowship Lunch following the service at 11am.  A charge of $8 per person ($20 per family) will provide soup, sandwiches and slices.

Wednesday 12th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  All are invited to participate in one or both of these events.

Friday (14th) - Parish Youth have a family night at the Ten Pin Bowling Centre from 7-9pm.  Cost $12 per person for 2 games.  Please bring supper to share.

Friday 31 August 2018

Services for Sunday 2nd September (Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Deuteronomy 4: 1,2, 6-9      Moses urges Israel to keep the Lord's
                                                                         commands
                  Psalm 15
                  James 1: 17-27                     Listening and doing
                  Mark 7: 1-8, 14, 15, 21-23    What makes people clean

Sunday (2nd Sep) - Ayrford's Half-Yearly AGM will follow the service today at 11:30am.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

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

Wednesday (5th Sep) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All ladies are invited to join us.

Wednesday (5th Sep) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Sunday (9th Sep) - Trinity Ladies Guild will be hosting a lunch following the service at 11am.

Warrnambool Organ Festival - please remember to support this event over this weekend.  Brochures with details are available on hall table.  Saturday evening choral concert at the Anglican Church will be a highlight, followed by the finale organ concert on Sunday afternoon at St. Joseph's for Father's Day.



Friday 24 August 2018

Services for Sunday 26th August (Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Joshua 24: 1, 2a, 14-18  Joshua affirms: We will serve the Lord
                  Psalm 34: 15-22
                  Ephesians 6: 10-20         Put on God's armour
                  John 6: 56-69                  Jesus has the words of eternal life

Sunday (26th) - Hawkesdale has its Half-Yearly AGM following a shared lunch after the service today at 11am.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Wednesday (29th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday (31st) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity from 7-9pm for a baking night.  All secondary school aged students are very welcome.

Sunday (2nd September) - Ayrford has its Half-Yearly AGM following the service at 11:30am.

Friday 17 August 2018

Services for Sunday 19th August ( Thirteenth 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: Proverbs 9: 1-6         The invitation of Wisdom
                 Psalm 34: 9-14
                 Ephesians 5: 15-20   Live as wise Spirit-filled people
                 John 6: 51-58            Jesus' flesh and blood gives life

Wednesday (22nd) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday 10 August 2018

Services for Sunday 12th August (Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  1 Kings 19: 4-8           Elijah fed by God
                  Ephesians 4: 25- 5:2   Be imitators of God
                  John 6: 35, 41-51        Jesus the Bread of Life

Monday (13th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm for an afternoon of fellowship.  All are welcome.

Wednesday (15th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion at Trinity begins at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  All are invited to participate in one or both events.

Friday (17th) - Parish Youth meets from 7pm - 9:30pm at Gateway Church of Christ, 186 Raglan Parade, Warrnambool, for worship and fellowship.  Please bring $5 for entry, and extra money for BBQ and drinks if you require them.

Please keep in mind: the Warrnambool Organ Festival is on again this year from Friday 31st August - Sunday 2nd September.  Brochures with information are available from the hall table at Trinity.  Tickets will be available at door, or online.  Check their Facebook page.


Friday 3 August 2018

Services for Sunday 5th August (Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Exodus 16: 2-4, 9-15  The manna and the quails
                  Psalm 78: 23-29
                  Ephesians 4: 1-16        Unity in the body of Christ
                  John 6: 24-35              Jesus the bread of God gives life to the world

Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are invited to spend an evening together in Bible Study and fellowship.

Wednesday (8th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm.  You are invited to participate in one or both of these events.

Friday 27 July 2018

Services for Sunday 29th July (Tenth 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:  2 Kings 4: 42-44       Elisha feeds 100 men
                  Psalm 145: 10-18
                  Ephesians 3: 14-21  The love of Christ
                  John 6: 1-21             Jesus feeds 5,000 people and walks on water

Sunday (29th) - Trinity Half-Yearly AGM will be held at 2:30pm.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Sunday (29th) - Bible Study and Fellowship for Hawkesdale congregation will be held at 5:30pm at Rob & Sue's residence.  Please bring along a plate of food for a shared meal, and also your bibles.  We look forward to an evening together.

Wednesday (1st Aug) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm.  All ladies are invited to attend.

Thursday (2nd Aug) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.


Friday 20 July 2018

Services for Sunday 22nd July (Ninth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings: Jeremiah 23: 1-6           The Lord will gather his people
                 Psalm 23
                 Ephesians 2: 11-22        We are all one in Christ
                 Mark 6: 30-34, 53-56     Jesus has compassion on the crowd

Sunday (22nd) - Trinity Welfare Committee meets following the service at 9am.

Wednesday (25th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets from 11am for Bible Study and fellowship.

Wednesday (25th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Wednesday (25th) - Trinity Education and Evangelism Committee meets at 7:30pm.

Thursday (26th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Sunday (29th) - Trinity Half-Yearly AGM will be held at 2:30pm.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Friday 13 July 2018

Services for Sunday 15th July (Eighth 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: Amos 7: 7-15            The plumb line; Amos and Amaziah
                 Psalm 85: 8-13
                 Ephesians 1: 3-14     God praised for his secret plan now revealed
                 Mark 6: 14-29           The death of John the Baptist

Wednesday (18th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  You are all invited to join us for an afternoon of fellowship and games, followed by a Cuppa.

Friday 6 July 2018

Services for Sunday 8th July (Seventh Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings: Ezekial 2: 1-5                 Prophet to a rebellious nation
                 Psalm 123
                 2 Corinthians 12: 2-10   Paul boasts of his weaknesses
                 Mark 6: 1-13                  Jesus rejected in his home town; sends out the 12

Community Lunch follows the service today at Trinity.  Please bring along buffet food for all to share.  Everyone is invited to participate in sharing and fellowship.

Friday 29 June 2018

Services for Sunday 1st July (Sixth 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: Lamentations 3: 23-33  The Lord's goodness and mercy will not fail
                 Psalm 30
                 2 Corinthians 8: 7-15     Paul encourages generous giving
                 Mark 5: 21-43                Jesus restores a girl to life and heals a woman

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

Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 10:30am.  BYO lunch to follow.   There will be a craft afternoon to follow lunch.  We will be decorating our shopping bags, so please bring along any items you may wish to use.  All ladies are welcome to join us.


Saturday 23 June 2018

Services for Sunday 24th June (Fifth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings: Job 38: 1-11                  The might of the Creator
                 Psalm 107: 1-3, 23-32
                 2 Corinthians 6: 1-13    Paul's sufferings as God's servant
                 Mark 4: 35-41               Jesus calms a storm

Sunday (24th) - The Property and Maintenance Committee meets at Trinity today following the service at 9am.

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

Wednesday (27th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion at Trinity begins at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday (29th) - Parish Youth visit the Warrnambool Fire Brigade (61-65 Mortlake Rd), from 7-9pm.  Pleased wear closed shoes, and bring along some supper to share.  Parents can drop off and collect their youth from the fire brigade car park.

Friday 15 June 2018

Services for Sunday 17th June (Fourth 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:  Ezekial 17: 22-24        God's promise of hope
                  Psalm 92: 1-4, 12-15  
                  2 Corinthians 5: 6-17   Living for Christ by faith
                  Mark 4: 26-34              The growing seed; the mustard seed

Wednesday (20th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm for an afternoon of activities.  All are invited to join us, including friends.

Friday 8 June 2018

Services for Sunday 10th June (Third Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Both services will be led by Pastor David Borgas.

Readings:  Genesis 3: 8-15               Human disobedience and God's judgment
                  Psalm 130
                  2 Corinthians 4:13 - 5:1  The glory to come far exceeds our troubles
                  Mark 3: 20-35                  Questions about Jesus' power

Thursday 31 May 2018

Services for Sunday 3rd June (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:  Deuteronomy 5: 12-15  God's provision of rest in the third commandment
                  Psalm 81: 1-10
                  2 Corinthians 4: 5-12    Spiritual treasure hidden in ordinary clay jars
                  Mark 2: 23 - 3: 6           The purpose of the Sabbath as a time for healing
                                                                 by Jesus

Friday (1st June) - Parish Youth meet for an evening of table tennis at the Table Tennis Stadium, Cramer Street (next to Warrnambool City Bowls Club car park) from 7 - 9pm.  Parents and families are welcome to join us for a family night.  Please wear suitable clothing and footwear, and bring along some supper to share.

Thursday 24 May 2018

Services for Sunday 27th May (First Sunday After Pentecost)

     Trinity Sunday

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

Readings:  Isaiah 6: 1-8            Isaiah called by the holy God
                  Psalm 29
                  Romans 8: 12-17    You are God's own children
                  John 3: 1-17            God sent his Son to bring us his life

Saturday (26th) - Professional Standards Workshop will be held at Trinity from 9am-4pm for anyone involved in leadership and volunteer positions with children and youth under the age of 18 years.  Those who wish to support our young people in any way are also encouraged to participate.  Enquiries to Sonia.

Friday 18 May 2018

Services for Sunday 20th May (Pentecost Sunday)

Warrnambool   9:00am     Service of the Word
Hawkesdale     9:00am     Service of the Word
Ayrford           11:30am     Confirmation (Lunch to follow)

Readings:  Ezekial 37: 1-14                  The vision of the valley of dry bones
                  Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b
                  Acts 2: 1-21.                        The coming of the Holy Spirit
                  John 15: 26, 27; 16: 4b-15  The work of the Spirit of truth

Sunday (20th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 2pm 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, coffe and cake will be offered at Jim & Christine's home.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 3:15pm.

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

Wednesday (23rd) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be offered 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(26th) - The Professional Standards Workshop will be held at Trinity from 9am - 4pm.  All those who are involved in leadership or volunteer positions with youth and children under the age of 18 years are encouraged to attend.  Morning/afternoon tea will be provided.  BYO lunch.  Participants will need to register by 19th May.  Enquiries to Sonia.


Friday 11 May 2018

Services for Sunday 13th May (Seventh Sunday of Easter)

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

Readings:  Acts 1: 15-17, 21-26   Matthias chosen to replace Judas
                  Psalm 1
                  1 John 5: 9-13             God's testimony about his Son
                  John 17: 6-19              Jesus prays for his disciples

Monday (14th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are invited to join us.

Wednesday (16th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  All are welcome to join us.

Friday (18th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity from 7-9pm for a games night.  Please bring supper to share.  All youth of secondary school age are invited to join us.

Sunday (20th) - Confirmation Service at Ayrford at 11:30am.  Lunch to follow.

Sunday (20th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 2pm at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, and walk to the other side of the Hopkins River Mouth.  Coffe and cake with Jim & Christine will follow.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at about 3:15pm.




Friday 4 May 2018

Services for 6th May (Sixth 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 10: 44-48   The Gentiles receive the Holy Spirit
                  Psalm 98
                  1 John 5: 1-6      Faith gives us victory over the world
                   John 15: 9-17    Jesus calls us his friends

Wednesday (9th) - Midweek Service and Bible Study at Trinity begins at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Sunday (13th) - Confirmation Service at Trinity at 11am.

Friday 27 April 2018

Services for Sunday 29th April (Fifth 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 8: 26-40        Philip and the Ethiopian
                  Psalm 22: 25-31
                  1 John 4: 7-21       Love one another, as God loved us    
                  John 15: 1-8         The true vine and the fruitful branches

Sunday (29th) - Handreck Hall 20th Anniversary Commemoration will be celebrated today at Trinity during the service, and afterwards with coffee and cake, photo display, and reminiscing.  All are welcome.

Sunday (29th) - Hawkesdale congregation has a Bible Study and Fellowship time today from 5:30pm at Barry & Sharon"s residence.  All members are welcome.

Wednesday (2nd May) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.  All ladies are invited to join us.

Wednesday (2nd May) - Parish Confirmation Classes continue at Trinity at 4:15pm.




Friday 20 April 2018

Services for Sunday 22nd April (Fourth Sunday Of Easter)

            Good Shepherd Sunday

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

Readings:  Acts 4: 5-12          Peter and John before the council
                  Psalm 23
                  1 John 3: 16-24    The Christian's assurance
                  John 10: 11-18     The good shepherd dies for the sheep

Sunday (22nd) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at the Timboon Rail Trail today at 2pm.  We meet at the Railway Shed Distillery Car Park, where a shuttle bus will convey us to the trestle bridge for the start of the walk.  We finish with coffee and cake at the distillery.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 3:15pm for coffee.

Wednesday (25th) - Parish Confirmation Class continues at Trinity at 4:15pm.

Wednesday (25th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, with Bible Study following at 6:30pm.  You are invited to attend one or both of these events.  Everyone is welcome.

Sunday (29th) - We celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Handreck Hall at Trinity with a Thanksgiving Service at 9am, followed by a cake and coffee, photo display and reminiscing.  All are welcome.

We announce that Pastor Bill Fry left this earthly life and entered eternal bliss last Wednesday evening.  His funeral is scheduled for Friday, April 27th at Tabor at 2pm.  






Thursday 12 April 2018

Services for Sunday 15th April (Fourth Sunday of Easter)

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

Readings:  Acts 3: 12-19       Peter's message in the temple
                  Psalm 4
                  1 John 3: 1-7        We are children of God
                  Luke 24: 36b-48   Christ has fulfilled the Scriptures

Upcoming Events:

Friday (20th) - Parish Youth have planned a 'Cooking Night' from 7 to 9pm at Trinity Church Hall.  All Secondary School aged youth are very welcome.

Sunday (22nd) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at the Timboon Rail Trail.  We meet at the Railway Shed Distillery Car Park in Timboon at 2pm.  A shuttle bus will convey us to the trestle bridge for the start of the walk.  We finish with coffe and cake at the Distillery.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at the Distillery at about 3:15pm for coffee.

Sunday 1 April 2018

Services for Sunday 8th April (Second Sunday of Easter)

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

Readings:   Acts 4: 32-35      The believers share their possessions
                   Psalm 133
                   1 John 1: 1- 2: 2  We have light and life through Jesus    
                   John 20: 19-31    Thomas sees the risen Christ and believes

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm at the Church Hall.  All ladies are welcome to join us.  The Men's Fellowship is also invited to join us, in lieu of their meeting on Monday, 9th.

Sunday (8th) - A Fundraiser Luncheon is being held following the service at 11am.  A guest speaker from ALWS will give a presentation.  Please bring a platter to share.     

Sunday 25 March 2018

Services for the Easter Period

        Maundy Thursday  (29th)

Hawkesdale    7:30pm     Parish Service with Holy Communion and stripping of the altar.

Readings:  Exodus 12: 1-4, 11-14       The institution of the Passover
                  Psalm 116: 1, 2, 12-19
                  1 Corinthians 11: 23-26     The institution of the Lord's supper
                  John 13: 1-17, 31b-35       Jesus washes his disciple's feet

     
        Good Friday  (30th)

Warrnambool   9:00am     Service of Meditation 
Ayrford           11:30am     Service of Meditation

Readings:  Isaiah 52: 13 - 53: 12   The Suffering Servant of God
                  Psalm 22
                  Hebrews 10: 16-25       Jesus, our priest and sacrifice
                  John 18: 1 - 19: 42       The passion according to St. John

         Easter Sunday  (1st April)

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

Readings:  Acts 10: 34-43                Summary of Jesus' life and ministry
                  Psalm 118: 1, 2, 14-24
                  1 Corinthians 15: 1-11    The good news of Christ's resurrection
                  Mark 16: 1-8                   Christ has risen!

Community Easter Events:

Good Friday Easter Walk - Begins at 11:00am at Cannon Hill
Easter Sunrise Service - Begins at 7:00am at Cannon Hill

Easter Blessings to all members of the Parish and beyond.  Daylight Saving ends on Easter Sunday morning.  Don't forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour.


Saturday 24 March 2018

Services for Sunday 25th March (Palm/Passion Sunday)

Warrnambool    9:00am      Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale     11:00am     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
                  Mark 15: 1-39           Jesus' suffering and death

A Blessing of Office Bearers will take place at both services today.

A meeting for parents and those wishing to serve in the Sunday School at Trinity will be held following the service today at 9am.

Trinity Worship Committee meets today at 2:30pm.

Thursday (29th) - Maundy Thursday Service with Holy Communion and stripping of the altar will be commemorated at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  All Parish Members are invited to attend.


Friday 16 March 2018

Services for Sunday 18th March (Fifth Sunday In Lent)

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

Readings:  Jeremiah 31: 31-34   God promises a new covenant
                  Psalm 51: 1-12
                  Hebrews 5: 5-10       Jesus the great high priest, made perfect through
                                                          suffering
                  John 12: 20-33         Jesus announces that his hour has come

Wednesday (21st) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  The service will be led by Pastor Richard Taylor of the Hamilton Parish.  All Parish members are invited, and encouraged, to attend.

Other Upcoming Events:

Wednesday (21st) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  New participants, visitors and friends are very welcome.

Wednesday (21st) - Parish Confirmation Classes continue at 4:15pm at Trinity Church Hall.

Friday (23rd) - Parish Youth have an outing at Mini Golf by the Sea, 67 Pertobe Road, beginning at 7pm.  Please bring cash for the mini golf and/or jumping pillow, as well as supper to share.  Enquiries to Sonia or Nathan.

Friday 9 March 2018

Services for Sunday 11th March (Fourth Sunday In Lent)

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

Readings:  Numbers 21: 4-9             The snake of bronze in the desert
                  Psalm 107: 1-3, 17-22
                  Ephesians 2: 1-10           Saved by grace through faith
                  John 3: 14-21                  Jesus brings life and light to the world

Wednesday (14th) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor Ryan Norris of the Tarrington Parish.  All Parish Members are invited and encouraged to attend.

Thursday (15th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.




Friday 2 March 2018

Services for Sunday 4th March (Third Sunday In Lent)

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

Readings:  Exodus 20: 1-17             The ten commandments
                  Psalm 19
                  1 Corinthians 1: 18-25    Christ crucified - God's power and wisdom
                  John 2: 13-22                 Jesus cleanses the temple and gives a sign

Wednesday (7th) - Midweek Lenten Service at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm, led by Pastor Mathew Ker.  All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend.

Sunday (4th) - Ayrford AGM is scheduled for this afternoon, following the 11:30am service and a shared lunch.  All congregational members are invited to attend.

Sunday (4th) - Hawkesdale AGM is scheduled for tonight at 7:30pm.  All voting members are invited to attend.

Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at City Memorial Bowls Club, Cramer Street, at 6:15pm, for a night of lawn bowls.  All men are very welcome.  Please direct enquiries to Ross.

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

Friday (9th) - Parish Youth Group has scheduled a 'Beach Exploration Walk' from 7-9pm.  We meet at Stingray Bay carpark.  Please bring a picnic supper to share, and wear good walking shoes.

Sunday (11th) - A Shared Fellowship Lunch at Trinity will follow the 11am service.  Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table.  Everyone is invited.

Friday 23 February 2018

Services for Sunday 25th February (Second Sunday In Lent)

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

Readings:  Genesis 176: 1-7, 15, 16   God's promise to Abraham and Sarah
                  Psalm 22: 23-31
                  Romans 4: 13-25               Abraham received God's promise through faith
                  Mark 8: 31-38                    The cost of discipleship

Wednesday (28th) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor Sam Modra of the Tabor Parish.  All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend.

Other Upcoming Events:

Sunday (25th) - Annual Sunday School Picnic at Hawkesdale follows the service today at 11am.  All are invited to share the day together.

Sunday (25th) - Trinity AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm today.  All voting members and committee members are invited, and encouraged, to attend.

Monday (26th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (28th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at 11am.

Sunday (4th March) - Ayrford has a Harvest Thanksgiving Service at 11:30am, followed by a shared lunch, and the AGM.   

Friday 16 February 2018

Services for Sunday 18th February (First 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 9: 8-17     God's covenant with Noah
                  Psalm 25: 1-10
                  1 Peter 3: 18-22    The flood a symbol of baptism
                  Mark 1: 9-15          The baptism, temptation, and preaching of Jesus

Wednesday (21st) - Parish Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Immanuel, Hawkesdale, at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor David Wear of the Hamilton Parish.  All Parish members are invited, and encouraged, to attend.

Other Upcoming Events:

Thursday (22nd) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.

Friday (23rd) - Parish Youth Group meets at the Warrnambool Botanical Gardens from 6:30-8:30pm.  The family evening will include fish and chips and lawn games.  Please bring along $5, a picnic blanket, and any lawn games.  If the weather is unsuitable, we will meet at Trinity Church Hall.

Sunday (25th) - Hawkesdale's Annual Sunday School Picnic will be held following the 11am service.  All are invited.

Sunday (25th) - Trinity AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm at the Church Hall.  All voting members and committee members are encouraged to attend.




Saturday 10 February 2018

Services for Sunday 11th February (Sixth Sunday After Epiphany)

      Transfiguration of our Lord

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

Readings:  2 Kings 2: 1-12          Elijah is taken up to heaven
                  Psalm 50: 1-6
                  2 Corinthians 4: 3-6   The light of the good news of Christ's glory
                  Mark 9: 2-9                The transfiguration of Jesus

Wednesday (14th) - Ash Wednesday service at Trinity at 7:30pm.  Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Lenten Period.

Upcoming Events:

Sunday (11th) - Parish AGM will be held at Trinity at 2:30pm.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Monday (12th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 6:30pm for a BBQ tea.  BYO drinks.  Meat and salads will be provided.  Please direct enquiries to Ross.

Friday (16th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity from 7-9pm.  Any secondary school aged person is invited and encouraged to become involved.


Tuesday 30 January 2018

Services for Sunday 4th February (Fifth Sunday After Epiphany)

Warrnambool     9:00am        Service with Holy Communion (Pastor D. Borgas)
Hawkesdale       9:00am        Service of the Word 
Ayrford             11:30am        Service with Holy Communion (Pastor D. Borgas)

Readings:  Isaiah 40: 21-31             The incomparable greatness of our Lord
                  Psalm 147: 1-11, 20c
                  1 Corinthians 9: 16-23    Free to be all things to all people
                  Mark 1: 29-39                 Jesus heals many people

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday (7th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.  All ladies are most welcome.

Monday (12th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 6:30pm for a BBQ tea.  BYO drinks.  Meat and salads will be provided.  Please direct enquiries to Ross.

Saturday 27 January 2018

Services for Sunday 28th January (4th Sunday After Epiphany)

Warrnambool     9:00am      Service with Holy Communion (Harvest Thanksgiving)
Hawkesdale      11:00am     Service with Holy Communion

Readings:  Deuteronomy 18: 15-20   The Lord promises a prophet like Moses
                  Psalm 111
                  1 Corinthians 8: 1-13       Freedom and the conscience of your fellow
                                                                        believer
                  Mark 1: 21-28                  Jesus teaches with authority

Upcoming Events:

Sunday (28th) - Harvest Thanksgiving Service at Trinity at 9am.  The display will be set up on Saturday at 7pm.  You are welcome to drop in items from 4-6pm, or they can be brought along on Sunday morning before the service.

Sunday (28th) - A reminder of the BBQ at Tarrington Hall at 6:30pm, courtesy of Warrayure Men's Fellowship.  BYO drinks and a salad to share.  Meat, tea and coffee supplied.  A guest speaker will give a presentation on Mongolia.  Please direct enquiries to Ross.

Friday 19 January 2018

Services for Sunday 21st January (Third Sunday After Epiphany)

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

Readings:  Jonah 3: 1-5, 10            The city of Nineveh repents
                  Psalm 61: 5-12
                  1 Corinthians 7: 29-31   Living in the last times
                  Mark 1: 14-20                Repent and believe the good news

Upcoming Events:

Monday (22nd) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Sunday (28th) - Harvest Thanksgiving Service at Trinity at 9am.  The display will be set up on Saturday at 7pm.  You are welcome to drop in items from 4-6pm, or they can be brought along on Sunday morning prior to the service.

Sunday (28th) - Warrayure Men's Fellowship has invited all Parish members to a BBQ at Tarrington hall at 6:30pm.  BYO drinks and a salad to share.  Meat, tea and coffee supplied.  There will be a guest speaker giving a presentation on Mongolia.  Please direct enquiries to Ross.

Wednesday 10 January 2018

Services for Sunday 14th January (Second Sunday After Epiphany)

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

Readings:  1 Samuel 3: 1-10             The Lord reveals himself to Samuel
                  Psalm 139: 1-6, 13-18
                  1 Corinthians 6: 12-20     Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit
                  John 1: 43-51                   We have found the Messiah