Saturday 21 December 2019

Services for Sunday 22nd December (Fourth Sunday of Advent)

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

Readings:  Isaiah 7: 10-16
                  Psalm 80: 1-7, 17-19
                  Romans 1: 1-7
                  Matthew 1: 18-25

Monday 23rd December
Ayrford    7:30pm    Children's Christmas Service

Tuesday 24th December    Christmas Eve
Warrnambool    7:30pm     Children's Christmas Service

Readings: Isaiah 9: 2-7
                 Psalm 96
                 Titus 2: 11-14
                 Luke 2: 1-20

Christmas Day    Wednesday 25th December
Hawkesdale        8:00am    Service of the Word
Warrnambool    10:00am    Service with Holy Communion

Readings: Isaiah 52: 7-10
                 Psalm 98
                 Hebrews 1: 1-12
                 John 1: 1-14

Services for Sunday 29th December (1st Sunday After Christmas)
Warrnambool    9:00am    Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      9:00am    Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am.   Service with Holy Communion

Readings:  Isaiah 63: 7-9
                  Psalm 148
                  Hebrews 2: 10-18
                  Matthew 2: 13-23

Wishing everyone in the Parish and beyond a blessed and holy Christmas.






Saturday 14 December 2019

Services for Sunday 15th December (Third Sunday of Advent)

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

Readings: Isaiah 35: 1-10
                 Psalm 146: 5-10
                 James 5: 7-10
                 Matthew 11: 2-11

Wednesday (18th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at 1:30pm at Trinity Church Hall.  New players are very welcome.

Saturday (21st) - The Walking Fellowship meets at the Surf Life Saving Club car park at 8am, and walk a loop along Pertobe Road towards the Breakwater, then back along the foreshore promenade.  Afterwards, we will enjoy a breakfast meal at Wines Patisserie in Timor Street.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us there for breakfast or coffee at about 9am.

Saturday 7 December 2019

Services for Sunday 8th December (Second Sunday of Advent)

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

Readings:  Isaiah 11: 1-10
                  Psalm 72: 1-7, 18-19
                  Romans 15: 4-13
                  Matthew 3: 1-12

Sunday (8th) - A special Christmas trading table will be operating at Trinity before and after the service at 11am, to raise funds for the Sunday School House at Abong in PNG.  Alternatively, separate envelopes will be available for cash donations.  Any support will be gratefully received.

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

Saturday 30 November 2019

Services for Sunday 1st December (First Sunday of Advent)

Warrnambool    9:00am    Service with Holy Communion
Ayrford            11:30am    Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale     6:00pm    Advent Service of the Word (Advent Tea will follow service)

Readings:  Jeremiah 23: 1-6
                  Psalm 46
                  Colossians 1: 11-20
                  Luke 23: 33-43

Sunday (1st) - Christmas Trees will be erected at Trinity following the service at 9am.  Any assistance will be gratefully received.

Sunday (1st) - Trinity Welfare Committee meets today following the service at 9am.

Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.  All ladies are very welcome.

Friday (6th) - An End of Year Function will be held at Trinity Church Hall from 6pm for the Trinity Ladies Guild and Parish Men's Fellowship.  There will be a meal including nibbles, main meal and dessert for a cost of $10 per person.  The evening includes a Dutch Auction to raise funds for ALWS, and also Christmas Bingo.  Tea/coffee will be provided.  BYO drinks.  This event is open to all members of the Parish, and we warmly look forward to your company and support.

Friday 22 November 2019

Services for Sunday 24th November (The Last Sunday of the Church Year)

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

Readings:  Jeremiah 23: 1-6       The Lord will raise up a righteous branch
                  Psalm 46
                  Colossians 1: 11-20   The supremacy of Christ
                  Luke 23: 33-43          The parable of the gold coins

Sunday (24th) - Our outing to the Cobden Miniature Rail begins with a Worship Service at 11:30am, followed by a shared buffet lunch.  Tea, coffee and cordial will be provided.  Everyone is invited to participate in fun rides on the miniature trains, and rounds of mini golf.  All members of the Parish are invited to join us.





Friday 15 November 2019

Services for Sunday 17th November (Twenty-Third 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: 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

Wednesday (20th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  New players are welcome.  Please join us for a Cuppa afterwards.

Sunday (24th) - Our visit to the Cobden Miniature Railway from 11:30am.  All Parish members are welcome.

Saturday 9 November 2019

Services for Sunday 10th November (Twenty-Second 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: Job 19: 23-27a                          I know that my Redeemer lives
                 Psalm 17: 1-9
                 2 Thessalonians 2: 1-5, 13-17   Stand firm as you wait for the coming
                                                                              of the Lord
                 Luke 20: 27-38                          The question about rising from death

Friday (15th) - Thomas Heywood (acclaimed pipe organist) presents a Pre-Dinner Concert from 6-7pm at St. Joseph's Church.  Adults $30 / Conc $25 / U18 FREE.  Watch his superhuman hands and feet live on screen.



Saturday 2 November 2019

Services for Sunday 3rd November (Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost)

    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:  Daniel 7: 1-3, 15-18  Daniel's vision of the holy ones of the Most High
                  Psalm 149
                  Ephesians 1: 11-23   God's blessings through Christ for his people
                  Luke 6: 20-31            Blessed are the poor and the persecuted

Sunday (3rd) - A short meeting will be held today following the service at Trinity for all who are interested in supporting the Abong congregation in PNG.

Monday (4th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 6pm for a pizza night.  Please advise Ross or Trevor by Sunday (3rd) of numbers attending.  BYO drinks.

Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm at the Church Hall.  The AGM will also take place.  All ladies are warmly welcome.

Friday (8th) - Parish Youth meets at the Grassmere Hall for an evening with Steve Grace.  Please meet at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.  All enquiries should be directed to Sonia.


Friday 25 October 2019

Services for Sunday 27th October (Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost)

             Reformation Sunday

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


Friday 18 October 2019

Services for Sunday 20th October (Nineteenth Sunday After Penrecost)

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

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

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

Wednesday (23rd) - Confirmation Classes continue at Trinity at 4:30pm.

Wednesday (23rd) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are invited to attend one or both of these events.


Friday 11 October 2019

Services for Sunday 13th October (Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

Wednesday (16th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  New players are very welcome.

Wednesday (16th) - Confirmation Classes continue at Trinity at 4:30pm.


Friday 4 October 2019

Services for Sunday 6th October (Seventeenth 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

Monday (9th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are invited to attend.

Wednesday (9th) - Confirmation Classes continue at Trinity at 4:30pm.

Wednesday (9th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  Everyone is invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday 27 September 2019

Services for Sunday 29th September (Sixteenth 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:  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

Sunday (29th) - Hawkesdale Congregation has a shared tea at 5:30pm, hosted by Barry & Sharon,  followed by a Bible Study evening.

Wednesday (2nd October) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 11:00am.  Please bring BYO lunch, and a craft activity for the afternoon.  Those on school holidays are welcome to join us.

Wednesday (2nd October) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at Ayrford Hall at 1pm, to sort and fill Christmas boxes.  Any help is welcome.


Friday 20 September 2019

Services for Sunday 22nd September (Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

Wednesday (25th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Triniy at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are all invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday 13 September 2019

Services for Sunday 15th September (Fourteenth 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:  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

Sunday (15th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 2pm, starting from Point Ritchie (city side of Hopkins River Mouth) and walking to Logan's Beach Whale Lookout.  Afterwards, light  refreshments will be served at Jim & Christine's residence.  New participants are very welcome.

Wednesday (18th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  All are welcome.

Friday (20th) - The Parish Youth have a visit to Steve's farm.  Parents and children are welcome to join us.  For carpooling purposes, we leave Trinity Church at 6pm.  Please wear closed shoes and a warm jacket.  You are welcome to bring camping chairs and a torch.  Please direct enquiries to Sonia.

Friday 6 September 2019

Services for Sunday 8th September (Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

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

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

Wednesday (11th) - Confirmation Class continues at Trinity at 4:30pm.

Wednesday (11th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:40pm.  Everyone is invited to attend one or both of these events.

Sunday (15th) - The Walking Fellowship meets at 2pm.  Starting from Point Ritchie, the city side of the Hopkins River Mouth, we will walk to Logan's Beach Whale Lookout.  Afterwards, light refreshments will be served by Jim & Christine.  New participants are especially welcome.

Saturday 31 August 2019

Services for Sunday 1st September (Twelfth 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: 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

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

Wednesday (4th) - Confirmation Class resumes at Trinity at 4;30pm.

Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.  A guest speaker will be present from Anglicare.  All ladies are welcome to join us.


Friday 23 August 2019

Services for Sunday 25th August (Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

Warrnambool Organ Festival  23rd - 25th August  2019
Saturday (24th)  10:30-12pm.  A hands-on workshop at St Joseph's Church, led by guest organist Thomas Heywood.  Admission is free.
Saturday (24th)  7:30pm.  A performance of sacred masterpieces at St Joseph's Church, performed by the Warrnambool Organ Festival Chorus, conducted by Patrick Burns.  Included are guest soloists, Invictus String Quartet, and organist Craig Doherty.  Tickets online or at door.
Sunday (25th)  St Joseph's Church  1:30-2:20pm.  Chamber music for strings, performed by Invictus String Quartet.  Tickets online or at door.
Sunday (25th)  St Joseph's Church  2:30-3:30pm.  Concert Organ Spectacular by Thomas Heywood.  Afternoon Tea will follow.  Tickets online or at door.
     Enquiries: Jeremy 0402 221 310  or Noel (03) 5562 3189

Wednesday (28th) - Confirmation Class at Trinity begins at 4:30pm.

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




Saturday 17 August 2019

Services for Sunday 18th August (Tenth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Readings:  Jeremiah 23: 23-39      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

Wednesday (21st) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  Includes afternoon tea. New players are always welcome.

Wednesday (21st) - Confirmation Class meets at Trinity at 4:30pm.


Saturday 10 August 2019

Services for Sunday 11th August (Ninth Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

Wednesday (14th) - Confirmation classes begin at Trinity at 4:30pm.

Wednesday (14th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at Trinity at 7:00pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are invited to attend one or both of these events.

Friday 2 August 2019

Services for Sunday 4th August (8th 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: 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

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

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

Friday 26 July 2019

Services for Sunday 28th July (7th Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

Sunday (28th) - Trinity's Half-Yearly AGM will be held at 2:30pm.  All are warmly invited to attend.




Friday 19 July 2019

Services for Sunday 21st July (6th 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:  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

Sunday (21st) - There will be a meeting today at Hawkesdale, following the service at 9am, to decide on proposed repairs to our pipe organ.

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

Wednesday (24th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at Ayrford Hall from 11am for Bible Study and fellowship.

Wednesday (24th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 7pm, followed by an information evening for new Confirmees at 7:30pm.  This will replace the Bible Study for this week.

Friday (26th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity from 7-9pm for a Pirate Party.  Youth are welcome to dress up, and bring a pirate-themed plate of supper.

Saturday 13 July 2019

Services for Sunday 14th July (5th Sunday After Pentecost)

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

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

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




Friday 5 July 2019

Services for Sunday 7th July (4th 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:  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

Monday (8th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are invited to join us.

Wednesday (10th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity Church at 7pm, followed by Bible Study at 7:30pm.  You are invited to join us for one or both of these events.

Sunday (14th) - There will be a shared fellowship lunch at Trinity Church following the service at 11am.  All are invited.

Friday 28 June 2019

Services for Sunday 30th June (3rd 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 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

Wednesday (3rd July) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.  All ladies are invited to join us.

Friday 21 June 2019

Services for Sunday 23rd June (Second Sunday After Pentecost)

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

Sunday (23rd) - Today we welcome Pastor James May to our Parish.  He will join us for worship at Trinity, after which he will give a power point presentation of his mission and ministry in Africa (Lutherans in Africa).  There will be an opportunity for questions and a freewill offering.  He will then meet with Hawkesdale worshippers following their service at 11am.

Sunday (23rd) - Trinity Welfare Committee meets following the service today at 9am.

Friday (28th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm.  Please bring TV snacks, blankets & cushions.

Saturday 15 June 2019

Services for Sunday 16th June (First Sunday After Pentecost)

     Holy Trinity Sunday

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

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

Monday (17th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (19th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  All are invited to join us.

Snday (23rd) - Pastor James May, from Lutherans in Africa, will be joining us at Trinity for the 9am service.  Following the service, he will give a power point presentation about his mission and ministry to the people of Africa.  There will be opportunity for questions and a free will offering.  He will also meet with Hawkesdale worshippers following their 11am service.

Friday 7 June 2019

Services for Sunday 9th June (Pentecost Sunday)

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

Both services will be led by Pastor Borgas.

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, 25-27     Jesus promises the Holy Spirit

Monday (10th) - A Fellowship Walk is being held at 11:30am.  Starting from Cannon Hill, we will walk down to and along Pertobe Road to the Foreshore Pavillion at the Breakwater, then returning along the foreshore promenade, and back up the hill to the car park.  Lunch will follow at the Saltwater Bistro, RSL.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us for lunch at about 12:30pm.

Friday (14th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm.  The theme: Theatre Games.  Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and bring along some supper to share.

Saturday (15th) - A Men's Breakfast is being hosted at the Presbyterian Church at 8:30am.  There will be a guest speaker.  Cost: $10.  RSVP to Ross or Trevor by Sunday 9th, please.



Friday 31 May 2019

Services for Sunday 2nd June (Seventh Sunday of Easter/Ascension Day)

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

Readings:  Acts 1: 1-11              Jesus ascension, promise and commission
                  Psalm 47
                  Ephesians 1: 15-23  Christ is the supreme Lord over all things
                  Luke 24: 44-53         Jesus commissions and blesses the disciples

Monday (3rd June) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.  All men are invited to join us.

Wednesday (5th June) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at Mercy Place Chapel at 1:30pm.  All ladies are very welcome.

Sunday (2nd June) - Merri Singers are presenting a concert at the Uniting Church Hall today at 2pm.  Tickets are $15.

Friday 24 May 2019

Services for Sunday 26th May (Sixth Sunday of Eatser)

Warrnambool        9:00am     Service of the Word
Hawkesdale        11:00am     Service of the Word
Tandara Camp    10:00am     Service with Holy Communion

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

Friday (31st May) - Parish Youth Group meets from 7-9pm at the Great Ocean Road Ten Pin Bowling, Timor Street.  The cost will be covered.  You are welcome to bring a friend and some money for Fro-get after the bowling.

Friday 17 May 2019

Services for Sunday 19th May (Fifth 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 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

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.

Next Weekend (24th - 26th May) - Parish Camp takes place at Tandara, Hall's Gap.

Sunday (2nd June) - Merri Singers will present a concert ("Travellin' On") at 2pm at the Uniting Church Hall.  Tickets are $15.

Friday 10 May 2019

Services for Sunday 12th May (Fourth Sunday of Easter)

      Good Shepherd Sunday

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

Sunday (12th) - Following the service at Hawkesdale at 9am, there will be a meeting to discuss the way forward with repairing our pipe organ.

Sunday (12th) - A Mother's Day Concert will be presented by the Warrnambool Symphony Orchestra at St. Joseph's Church, Lava Street, at 2:30pm.  Tickets are available from Lighthouse Theatre's Box Office or at the door on concert day.

Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  Come along for an afternoon of cards/games and afternoon tea.

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

Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm.  Popcorn and Pop Culture is our theme for the evening.  This will be a Show and Tell night, with all your dated technology.  Adults are welcome to come along and participate/ talk about/demonstrate any technology they are familiar with.

Friday 3 May 2019

Services for Sunday 5th May (Third 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 9: 1-20                 The conversion of Saul
                  Psalm 30
                  Revelations 5: 11-14    Worthy is the Lamb that was killed
                  John 21: 1-19               Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish;
                                                              words to Peter

Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm.  All men are very welcome.

Sunday (12th) - At Hawkesdale, following the service at 9am, a meeting will be held to discuss the way forward with repairs to our pipe organ.

Sunday (12th) - A Mother's Day Concert will be presented by the Warrnambool Symphony Orchestra at St Joseph's Church, beginning at 2:30pm.  Tickets are available from Lighthouse Theatre Box Office, or at the door.

Friday 26 April 2019

Services for Sunday 28th April (Second Sunday of Easter)

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

Readings:  Acts 5: 27-32         The apostles boldly proclaim Jesus' resurrection
                  Psalm 118: 14-29
                  Revelation 1: 4-8    Every eye will see the Lord
                  John 20: 19-31       Thomas sees the risen Christ and believes

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

Wednesday (1st May) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm at the Church Hall.  A guest speaker will give a presentation on Emma House and the services it provides.  All ladies are very welcome.

Friday (3rd May) - Parish Youth Group meets from 7-9pm for a fishing outing, followed by a night walk.  Please meet and pick-up from Proudfoot's Boathouse Car Park.  You will require comfortable closed shoes, a warm jacket, and a torch/head lamp.  All adult fishing enthusiasts are welcome to join us.




Monday 15 April 2019

Services for the Easter Period

Maundy Thursday (18th April)
Hawkesdale    7:30pm    Parish Service with Holy Communion and
                                               The 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 disciples feet

Good Friday (19th April)
Warrnambool    9:00am      Service of the Word
Ayrford           11:30am       Service of the Word

Readings:  Isaiah 52: 13 - 53: 12         The suffering servant of God
                  Psalm 22
                  Hebrews 4: 14-16; 5: 7-9   Jesus our great high priest
                  John 18: 1 - 19: 42             The Passion according to St. John

'The Walk of Witness', organised by the combined Churches of Warrnambool, will take place at 11:00am, at Lake Pertobe.

Easter Sunday (21st 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: 19-26    Christ is the first to rise from death
                  Luke 24: 1-12                  The women find the tomb empty

Easter Blessings to all members of the Parish and those beyond.

Saturday 13 April 2019

Services for Sunday 14th April (Palm Sunday)

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

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

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

Thursday 18th) - Maundy Thursday service with Holy Communion will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  All Parish Members are invited to attend.


Friday 5 April 2019

Services for Sunday 7th April (Fifth Sunday in Lent)

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

Sunday (7th) - The Trinity Property and Maintenance Committee meets following the service at 9am.

Wednesday (10th) - Parish Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  All Parish members are invited to attend.

Saturday 30 March 2019

Services for Sunday 31st March (Fourth Sunday in Lent)

Warrnambool    9:00am    Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale      9:00am    Service of the Word
Ayrford            11:30am    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 (3rd April) - Parish Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm.  Pastor Sam Modra of the Tabor Parish will be leading this service.  All members of the Parish are invited to attend.

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

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

Friday 22 March 2019

Services for Sunday 24th March (Third Sunday in Lent)

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

The theme for today's service: "Repent or Perish".

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!

Sunday (24th) - Hawkesdale Congregation will hold its Annual Lunch and Sunday School Picnic today, following the 11am service.

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

Wednesday (27th) - Our Parish Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  Pastor Stan Rudowski of the Portland Parish will be leading the service.  All Parish members are invited to attend.

Friday 15 March 2019

Services for Sunday 17th March (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 (Harvest Festival)
                                                AGM will follow a community lunch.
     

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

Wednesday (20th) - Parish Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm.  Pastor Ryan Norris of the Tarrington Parish will lead the service.

Wednesday (20th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity at 1:30pm.  Any new players are very welcome.  Afternoon tea is included.

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

Saturday (23rd) - The Walking Fellowship will meet at 5pm at the old Koroit Train Station and walk along the trail towards Patterson Street.  Children are especially invited.  The trail is very suitable for skipping, running or riding.  Afterwards, we will gather at the Civic Park for a BYO picnic or local takeaway pizza.  Tea and coffee will be available.  Non-walkers are welcome to join us at about 6pm. Please direct enquiries to Christine.




Friday 8 March 2019

Services for Sunday 10th March (First Sunday in Lent)

Hawkesdale       9:00am     Service with Holy Communion
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 temped

Wednesday (13th) - Mid-Week Lenten Service will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm.  This service will be led by Pastor David Wear of the Hamilton Parish.  All Parish members are invited to attend.

Monday (11th) - Hawkesdale Congregation will hold its AGM at 7:30pm.  All congregation members are invited to attend.

Saturday (16th) - Families of Trinity Sunday School children are invited to a BBQ at the church hall from 5:30pm.  Parents, children, friends, and grandparents are all welcome.  Please bring a salad and/or savoury nibbles and your own drinks.  Everything else will be provided.  Please RSVP your attendance to Christine.

Friday 1 March 2019

Services for Sunday 3rd March (Last Sunday After Epiphany)

         Transfiguration Sunday

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

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: 28-43                    The transfiguration of Jesus

Sunday (3rd) - Following the service at Trinity at 9am, there will be a meeting of Sunday School parents and the Education Committee.  The meeting is open to anyone interested in teaching or helping with the Sunday School in any capacity.

Sunday (3rd) - Trinity AGM will be held at the Church Hall at 2:30pm.  All voting members, and especially committee members, are encouraged to attend.

Wednesday (6th) -   Ash Wednesday.  A service will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm, with Holy Communion, and the imposition of ashes will be offered.

Monday (4th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.

Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm at the Church Hall.  All ladies are invited to attend.

Friday (8th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm.  Please bring some supper.




Friday 22 February 2019

Services for Sunday 24th February (7th Sunday After Epiphany)

Warrnambool    9:00am    Service with Holy Communion
                                          (50th Anniversary of Dedication of Pipe Organ)
Hawkesdale    11:00am    Service with Holy Communion

Readings:  Genesis 45: 3-11, 15     Joseph reveals himself to his brothers
                  Psalm 37: 1-11, 39-40
                 1 Corinthians 15: 33-38, 42-50  The resurrection body
                 Luke 6: 27-38                 Love your enemies, be merciful like God

Sunday (24th) - There will be a meeting today at Trinity, following the service at 9am, for Sunday School parents and the Education Committee.

Sunday (24th) - A special afternoon concert will be held today at Trinity at 2:30 pm to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the dedication of the pipe organ.  The program includes 2 choirs: Tabor Male Choir and Cantori Choir, and 2 organists: Gavin Fry and Craig Doherty.  There will be afternoon tea and a retiring collection.

Friday (7th) - A World Day of Prayer commemoration is being held at 1:30pm at the Anglican Church, corner of Koroit Street & Henna Street.  All are welcome.




         

Monday 18 February 2019

50th Anniversary of Dedication of Pipe Organ


50thAnniversary
of the Dedication of the
Trinity Pipe Organ






TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH WARRNAMBOOL
2:30pm 24thFebruary 2019
Featuring organists Gavin Fry and Craig Doherty
Tabor Male Choir
Cantori Choir


Friday 15 February 2019

Services for Sunday 17th February (6th 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:  Jeremiah 17: 5-10           Blessed are those who trust in God
                  Psalm 1
                 1 Corinthians 15: 12-20   The resurrection of the dead
                  Luke 6: 17-26                  Blessings and woes

Wednesday (20th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm.  New and regular faces are very welcome.  Afternoon tea will follow.

Friday (22nd) - Parish Youth Group meets from 7-9pm for beach games at Lady Bay.  We meet near the bridge/toilet block.  Please wear clothes/footwear suitable for sand.  There will be no swimming.

Sunday (24th) - The 50th Anniversary of Dedication of the Trinity Pipe Organ will be celebrated with a Celebration Service at 9am.  An afternoon program of music and choirs will begin at 2:30pm.  Afternoon Tea will follow, with anniversary cake.  You are all most welcome to join our celebrations. There will be a retiring offering in the afternoon.

Friday 8 February 2019

Services for Sunday 10th February (5th Sunday After Epiphany)

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

Readings:  Isaiah 6: 1-13                 Isaiah's call to be a prophet
                  Psalm 138
                  1 Corinthians 15: 1-11   The resurrection of Christ
                  Luke 5: 1-11                  Jesus calls the first disciples

Sunday (10th) - Parish AGM will be held today at Trinity Church Hall at 2:30pm.  All voting members are encouraged to attend.

Monday (11th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 6pm for a BBQ tea.  Meat supplied.  BYO drinks.

Monday (11th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.

Sunday (17th) - A reminder that all committees and auxiliaries of Trinity congregation are asked to have their AGM reports lodged with the church office by this day.


Friday 1 February 2019

Services for Sunday 3rd February (4th Sunday After Epiphany)

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

Readings:  Jeremiah 1: 4-10    God appoints Jeremiah as a prophet to the nations
                  Psalm 71: 1-6
                 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13  The way of love
                  Luke 4: 21-30         Jesus is rejected by his home town

Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm.  All ladies are invited to join us.

Friday (8th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a games evening.  Please bring supper to share.

Friday 25 January 2019

Services for Sunday 27th January (3rd Sunday After Epiphany)

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

Both services will be led by Pastor David Borgas.

Readings:  Nehemiah 8: 1-3, 5-6, 8-10  Ezra reads the law to the people
                  Psalm 19
                  1 Corinthians 12: 12-27        You are the Body of Christ
                  Luke 4: 14-21                       Jesus proclaims God's Word at Nazareth

Friday 18 January 2019

Services for Sunday 20th January (Second 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:  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

Friday 11 January 2019

Services for Sunday 13th January (1st Sunday After Epiphany)

         The Baptism of our Lord

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

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

Friday 4 January 2019

Services for Sunday 6th January (The Epiphany 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:  Isaiah 60: 1-6              The nations will come to the light
                  Psalm 72: 1-7, 10-14
                  Ephesians 3: 1-12       God reveals his age-long purpose in Christ
                  Matthew 2: 1-12           Wise men worship Christ the King