The Baptism of our Lord
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service of the Word
Readings: Genesis 1: 1-5 In the beginning God creates light
Psalm 29
Acts 19: 1-7 Paul baptises believers in Ephesus
Mark 1: 4-11 The baptism of Jesus
Epiphany always occurs on 6th January. For an explanation of the Epiphany Season, please check out the articles on this blog.
Sunday, 31 December 2017
Friday, 22 December 2017
Services for the Christmas Period
Saturday (23rd) - 8pm Ayrford Children's Christmas Service
Sunday (24th) - Christmas Eve
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 7:30pm Christmas Eve Children's Service
Readings: 2 Samuel 7: 1-11, 16 God's promise to David
Luke 1: 47-55 Song of Mary (Magnificat)
Romans 16: 25-27 God reveals his age-long purpose in Jesus
Luke 1: 26-38 God's call to Mary
Monday (25th) - Christmas Day
Hawkesdale 8:00am Christmas Day Service
Warrnambool 10:00am Christmas Day Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 52: 7-10
Psalm 98
Hebrews 1: 1-4
John 1: 1-14
Sunday - (31st) New Year's Eve
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor Borgas)
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor Borgas)
Ayrford 11:30am Service of the Word
Christmas Blessings to everyone in the Parish and beyond.
Sunday (24th) - Christmas Eve
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 7:30pm Christmas Eve Children's Service
Readings: 2 Samuel 7: 1-11, 16 God's promise to David
Luke 1: 47-55 Song of Mary (Magnificat)
Romans 16: 25-27 God reveals his age-long purpose in Jesus
Luke 1: 26-38 God's call to Mary
Monday (25th) - Christmas Day
Hawkesdale 8:00am Christmas Day Service
Warrnambool 10:00am Christmas Day Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 52: 7-10
Psalm 98
Hebrews 1: 1-4
John 1: 1-14
Sunday - (31st) New Year's Eve
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor Borgas)
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor Borgas)
Ayrford 11:30am Service of the Word
Christmas Blessings to everyone in the Parish and beyond.
Friday, 15 December 2017
Services for Sunday 17th 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: Isaiah 61: 1-4, 8-11 The good news of God's deliverance
Psalm 126
1 Thessalonians 5: 16-24 Ready for the coming of the Lord
John 1: 6-8, 19-28 He who comes after me stands among you
Upcoming Events:
Monday (18th) - Children's Christmas Eve Service Dress Rehearsal will be held at Trinity for all children at 4pm. All children are invited, and encouraged, to attend. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Friday (22nd) - Hawkesdale Children's Christmas Service will be held at 7pm.
Saturday (23rd) - Ayrford Children's Christmas Service will be held at 8pm.
Sunday (24th) - Trinity Children's Christmas Eve Service will be held at 7:30pm.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 61: 1-4, 8-11 The good news of God's deliverance
Psalm 126
1 Thessalonians 5: 16-24 Ready for the coming of the Lord
John 1: 6-8, 19-28 He who comes after me stands among you
Upcoming Events:
Monday (18th) - Children's Christmas Eve Service Dress Rehearsal will be held at Trinity for all children at 4pm. All children are invited, and encouraged, to attend. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Friday (22nd) - Hawkesdale Children's Christmas Service will be held at 7pm.
Saturday (23rd) - Ayrford Children's Christmas Service will be held at 8pm.
Sunday (24th) - Trinity Children's Christmas Eve Service will be held at 7:30pm.
Friday, 8 December 2017
Services for Sunday 10th December (Second Sunday of Advent)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am 75th Anniversary Service
Readings: Isaiah 40: 1-11 Prepare the way of the Lord
Psalm 85: 1, 2, 8-13
2 Peter 3: 8-15a The day of the Lord
Mark 1: 1-8 John the Baptist prepares the way
Upcoming Events:
Monday (11th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Saturday (16th) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at 8am. Starting from the Surf Life Saving Club car park, we 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, opposite the Entertainment Centre. Non-walkers are welcome to join us there for breakfast or coffee at about 9am.
Hawkesdale 11:00am 75th Anniversary Service
Readings: Isaiah 40: 1-11 Prepare the way of the Lord
Psalm 85: 1, 2, 8-13
2 Peter 3: 8-15a The day of the Lord
Mark 1: 1-8 John the Baptist prepares the way
Upcoming Events:
Monday (11th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Saturday (16th) - The Walking Fellowship has an outing at 8am. Starting from the Surf Life Saving Club car park, we 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, opposite the Entertainment Centre. Non-walkers are welcome to join us there for breakfast or coffee at about 9am.
Friday, 1 December 2017
Services for Sunday 3rd December (First Sunday Of Advent)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 64: 1-9 Open the heavens and come down!
Psalm 80: 1-7, 17-19
1 Corinthians 1: 3-9 As you wait for Christ's return
Mark 13: 24-37 No one knows the day or the hour
Monday (4th Dec) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 6pm for a pizza night. BYO drinks. All men and friends are welcome.
Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm. This will be our final meeting for this year. All ladies are very welcome.
Friday (8th) - Trinity Ladies Guild/Men's Fellowship combined breakup will be held at Trinity from 6pm. On offer is dinner, dessert, tea or coffee at $10 each person. BYO drinks. The evening will include Christmas Bingo and a Dutch Auction, with proceeds going towards ALWS. You are invited to bring a wrapped gift for the auction.
Sunday (10th) - Immanuel Congregation at Hawkesdale celebrates their 75th Anniversary with a Worship Service at 11am, followed by a luncheon and fellowship. All are welcome, especially past members and their families.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 64: 1-9 Open the heavens and come down!
Psalm 80: 1-7, 17-19
1 Corinthians 1: 3-9 As you wait for Christ's return
Mark 13: 24-37 No one knows the day or the hour
Monday (4th Dec) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 6pm for a pizza night. BYO drinks. All men and friends are welcome.
Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm. This will be our final meeting for this year. All ladies are very welcome.
Friday (8th) - Trinity Ladies Guild/Men's Fellowship combined breakup will be held at Trinity from 6pm. On offer is dinner, dessert, tea or coffee at $10 each person. BYO drinks. The evening will include Christmas Bingo and a Dutch Auction, with proceeds going towards ALWS. You are invited to bring a wrapped gift for the auction.
Sunday (10th) - Immanuel Congregation at Hawkesdale celebrates their 75th Anniversary with a Worship Service at 11am, followed by a luncheon and fellowship. All are welcome, especially past members and their families.
Friday, 24 November 2017
Services for Sunday 26th November (Last Day of the Church Year)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service of the Word
Cobden Railway 11:30am Parish Service and Fellowship
Readings: Ezekiel 34: 11-16, 20-24 The Lord himself will be the Shepherd King
Psalm 95: 1-7a
Ephesians 1: 15-23 Christ reigns at God's right hand
Matthew 25: 31-46 The King's final judgment
Sunday (26th) - Cobden Miniature Railway outing begins with a worship service at 11:30am, followed by a shared buffet lunch and train rides. Please wear covered shoes for the train rides. We look forward to a relaxing day of fellowship.
Wednesday (29th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Friday (1st Dec) - Parish Youth Group has an end of year BBQ at Lake Pertobe (near the mini-golf) from 6:30pm to 9pm. Please bring BBQ meat and a salad or dessert.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service of the Word
Cobden Railway 11:30am Parish Service and Fellowship
Readings: Ezekiel 34: 11-16, 20-24 The Lord himself will be the Shepherd King
Psalm 95: 1-7a
Ephesians 1: 15-23 Christ reigns at God's right hand
Matthew 25: 31-46 The King's final judgment
Sunday (26th) - Cobden Miniature Railway outing begins with a worship service at 11:30am, followed by a shared buffet lunch and train rides. Please wear covered shoes for the train rides. We look forward to a relaxing day of fellowship.
Wednesday (29th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Friday (1st Dec) - Parish Youth Group has an end of year BBQ at Lake Pertobe (near the mini-golf) from 6:30pm to 9pm. Please bring BBQ meat and a salad or dessert.
Friday, 17 November 2017
Services for Sunday 19th November (Twenty-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: Zephaniah 1: 7, 12-18 The day of the Lord is near
Psalm 90: 1-8, 12
1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11 Be ready for the Lord's coming
Matthew 25: 14-30 The parable of the talents
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (22nd) - Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are all invited to join us for one or both of these events. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Friday (24th) - Laternenfest is on again at Tarrington from 5pm. A gold coin entry gives you access to food stalls, German beer, the stein hold challenge, singing, maypole dancing, brass band, German crafts, hay bale art winners announcement, church tours, and the lantern parade (please bring a lantern for the parade). See noticeboard flyer at Trinity for more information.
Saturday (25th) - German Dinner at Tarrington's restaurant at 6:30pm. For bookings please phone 55721888.
Sunday (26th) - An outing to Cobden Miniature Railway begins with a Parish Service at 11:30am, followed by a shared buffet lunch and train rides. Please wear covered shoes for the rides.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Zephaniah 1: 7, 12-18 The day of the Lord is near
Psalm 90: 1-8, 12
1 Thessalonians 5: 1-11 Be ready for the Lord's coming
Matthew 25: 14-30 The parable of the talents
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (22nd) - Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are all invited to join us for one or both of these events. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Friday (24th) - Laternenfest is on again at Tarrington from 5pm. A gold coin entry gives you access to food stalls, German beer, the stein hold challenge, singing, maypole dancing, brass band, German crafts, hay bale art winners announcement, church tours, and the lantern parade (please bring a lantern for the parade). See noticeboard flyer at Trinity for more information.
Saturday (25th) - German Dinner at Tarrington's restaurant at 6:30pm. For bookings please phone 55721888.
Sunday (26th) - An outing to Cobden Miniature Railway begins with a Parish Service at 11:30am, followed by a shared buffet lunch and train rides. Please wear covered shoes for the rides.
Friday, 10 November 2017
Services for Sunday 12th November (Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
(All Saints Commemoration)
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Amos 5: 18-24 The day of the Lord
Psalm 70
1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18 Questions about the Lord's coming
Matthew 25: 1-13 Parable of the wise and foolish girls
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (12th) - Robin Mann will present an evening performance of his songs and music at Trinity Church at 7pm. Supper will follow at about 8:30pm. All friends and families are invited to come along and share the evening together.
Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Visitors and friends are very welcome.
Wednesday (15th) - Wednesday Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at 6pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are all welcome to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets from 6:30pm to 9pm at Warrnambool Croquet Club, Cramer Street, beside Warrnambool City Bowls Club. Please bring $5 per person.
(All Saints Commemoration)
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Amos 5: 18-24 The day of the Lord
Psalm 70
1 Thessalonians 4: 13-18 Questions about the Lord's coming
Matthew 25: 1-13 Parable of the wise and foolish girls
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (12th) - Robin Mann will present an evening performance of his songs and music at Trinity Church at 7pm. Supper will follow at about 8:30pm. All friends and families are invited to come along and share the evening together.
Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Visitors and friends are very welcome.
Wednesday (15th) - Wednesday Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at 6pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are all welcome to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets from 6:30pm to 9pm at Warrnambool Croquet Club, Cramer Street, beside Warrnambool City Bowls Club. Please bring $5 per person.
Friday, 3 November 2017
Services for Sunday 5th November (Twenty-Second Sunday After Pentecost)
All Saints Sunday
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Micah 3: 5-12 The prophet declares the ruin of Jerusalem
Psalm 43
1 Thessalonians 2: 9-13 Paul's conduct among the Thessalonians
Matthew 23: 1-12 Warnings against the scribes and Pharisees
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (5th) - A Fundraiser Stall will be held at Trinity following the service at 9am to raise funds for Abong congregation in PNG, the home congregation for Steve and Mavis and their family. We wish to raise funds for Sunday School books and a building for their classes. Please support this venture.
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm. All men are welcome.
Wednesday (8th) - Wednesday Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at 6pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are all invited to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Sunday (12th) - Robin Mann will present an evening performance of his songs and music at Trinity Church at 7pm. Supper will follow at about 8:30pm. All friends and families are invited to come along and share the evening together.
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Micah 3: 5-12 The prophet declares the ruin of Jerusalem
Psalm 43
1 Thessalonians 2: 9-13 Paul's conduct among the Thessalonians
Matthew 23: 1-12 Warnings against the scribes and Pharisees
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (5th) - A Fundraiser Stall will be held at Trinity following the service at 9am to raise funds for Abong congregation in PNG, the home congregation for Steve and Mavis and their family. We wish to raise funds for Sunday School books and a building for their classes. Please support this venture.
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 7:30pm. All men are welcome.
Wednesday (8th) - Wednesday Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at 6pm at Trinity, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are all invited to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Sunday (12th) - Robin Mann will present an evening performance of his songs and music at Trinity Church at 7pm. Supper will follow at about 8:30pm. All friends and families are invited to come along and share the evening together.
Wednesday, 25 October 2017
Services for Sunday 29th October
Commemoration of the 500th Anniversary of Reformation
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Tarrington 10:00am Zone Commemoration Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jeremiah 31: 31-34 The Lord will write his law on our hearts
Psalm 46
Romans 3: 19-28 Justification by faith
John 8: 31-36 In my word, you will know the truth
The special commemoration service at Tarrington will include a full choir, brass ensemble, 'Living Sounds' contemporary band, and the ringing of handbells by school children. Guest preacher will be Rev Dr Michael Semmler.
Upcoming Events:
Monday (30th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (1st Nov) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Sunday (5th Nov) - A Fundraiser Stall at Trinity will be held following the service at 9am to raise funds for Steve and Mavis' congregation in PNG. Donations of baked and homemade goods will be gratefully received. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Tarrington 10:00am Zone Commemoration Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jeremiah 31: 31-34 The Lord will write his law on our hearts
Psalm 46
Romans 3: 19-28 Justification by faith
John 8: 31-36 In my word, you will know the truth
The special commemoration service at Tarrington will include a full choir, brass ensemble, 'Living Sounds' contemporary band, and the ringing of handbells by school children. Guest preacher will be Rev Dr Michael Semmler.
Upcoming Events:
Monday (30th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (1st Nov) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Sunday (5th Nov) - A Fundraiser Stall at Trinity will be held following the service at 9am to raise funds for Steve and Mavis' congregation in PNG. Donations of baked and homemade goods will be gratefully received. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Friday, 20 October 2017
Services for Sunday 22nd October (Twentieth Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 45: 1-7 The Lord appoints King Cyrus of Persia
to do his will
Psalm 96: 1-13
1 Thessalonians 1: 1-10 Serving God in faith, hope, and love
Matthew 22: 15-22 The question about paying taxes
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (25th) - Trinity Ladies Guild Executive Committee meets at 1:30pm in the meeting room.
Wednesday (25th) - Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are invited to join us in one, or both, of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Saturday (28th) - Reformation 500 Concert, incorporating the Warrnambool and Hamilton Symphony Orchestra, choristers from both towns, a soloist and organist, will be presented at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Hamilton, at 7:30pm.
Sunday (29th) - Reformation 500 Celebration Zone Service will be held at Tarrington at 10am. You are all invited to participate in these events, to mark 500 years of Reformation.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 45: 1-7 The Lord appoints King Cyrus of Persia
to do his will
Psalm 96: 1-13
1 Thessalonians 1: 1-10 Serving God in faith, hope, and love
Matthew 22: 15-22 The question about paying taxes
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (25th) - Trinity Ladies Guild Executive Committee meets at 1:30pm in the meeting room.
Wednesday (25th) - Evening Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are invited to join us in one, or both, of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Saturday (28th) - Reformation 500 Concert, incorporating the Warrnambool and Hamilton Symphony Orchestra, choristers from both towns, a soloist and organist, will be presented at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, Hamilton, at 7:30pm.
Sunday (29th) - Reformation 500 Celebration Zone Service will be held at Tarrington at 10am. You are all invited to participate in these events, to mark 500 years of Reformation.
Friday, 13 October 2017
Services for Sunday 15th October (Nineteenth 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 25: 1-9 God swallows up death in the feast of victory
Psalm 23
Philippians 4: 1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always
Matthew 22: 1-14 The parable of the wedding feast
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (18th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Visitors and friends are also welcome.
Wednesday (18th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Thursday (19th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at the Ayrford Hall at 11:30am. All ladies are very welcome.
Saturday (21st) - The Warrnambool and Hamilton Symphony Orchestra, together with choristers and organist, will present a concert at St Joseph's Church, Lava Street, Warrnambool, at 2:30pm. Ticket prices: Adult $25, Concession/student $15, children 12 years and under free. Tickets will be available at the door. This concert will be repeated at Hamilton's Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Saturday 28th October at 7:30pm, as part of the Reformation 500th Anniversary Celebrations.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 25: 1-9 God swallows up death in the feast of victory
Psalm 23
Philippians 4: 1-9 Rejoice in the Lord always
Matthew 22: 1-14 The parable of the wedding feast
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (18th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Visitors and friends are also welcome.
Wednesday (18th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Thursday (19th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at the Ayrford Hall at 11:30am. All ladies are very welcome.
Saturday (21st) - The Warrnambool and Hamilton Symphony Orchestra, together with choristers and organist, will present a concert at St Joseph's Church, Lava Street, Warrnambool, at 2:30pm. Ticket prices: Adult $25, Concession/student $15, children 12 years and under free. Tickets will be available at the door. This concert will be repeated at Hamilton's Good Shepherd Lutheran Church on Saturday 28th October at 7:30pm, as part of the Reformation 500th Anniversary Celebrations.
Friday, 6 October 2017
Services for Sunday 8th October (Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 5: 1-7 The song of the vineyard
Psalm 80: 7-15
Philippians 3: 4b-14 Everything loss compared to Christ
Matthew 21: 33-46 Parable of the tenants in the vineyard
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (8th) - The 2003 film, 'Luther', will be screened today at 2pm at Trinity, and again on Friday (13th) at 6pm. There will be an interval with a Q & A session and snack food/cuppa. Friday night has pizza on offer. Friends and visitors are very welcome. Please come along and gain some insight into what lies behind the Reformation.
Wednesday (11th) - Parish Confirmation Class continues at Trinity at today.
Wednesday (11th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday (13th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity at 6pm for the screening of the 'Luther' movie. Pizzas will be on offer during the interval, as well as a Q & A session. All are invited to join us.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 5: 1-7 The song of the vineyard
Psalm 80: 7-15
Philippians 3: 4b-14 Everything loss compared to Christ
Matthew 21: 33-46 Parable of the tenants in the vineyard
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (8th) - The 2003 film, 'Luther', will be screened today at 2pm at Trinity, and again on Friday (13th) at 6pm. There will be an interval with a Q & A session and snack food/cuppa. Friday night has pizza on offer. Friends and visitors are very welcome. Please come along and gain some insight into what lies behind the Reformation.
Wednesday (11th) - Parish Confirmation Class continues at Trinity at today.
Wednesday (11th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is welcome to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday (13th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity at 6pm for the screening of the 'Luther' movie. Pizzas will be on offer during the interval, as well as a Q & A session. All are invited to join us.
Friday, 29 September 2017
Services for Sunday 1st 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: Ezekiel 18: 1-4, 25-32 Individual responsibility for sin
Psalm 25: 1-9
Philippians 2: 1-13 The humility and exaltation of Christ
Matthew 21: 23-32 Which son obeyed his father?
Upcoming Events:
Monday (2nd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hal at 7:30pm. We have a guest speaker giving a presentation on suicide prevention. All Parish members are invited to join us.
Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Ezekiel 18: 1-4, 25-32 Individual responsibility for sin
Psalm 25: 1-9
Philippians 2: 1-13 The humility and exaltation of Christ
Matthew 21: 23-32 Which son obeyed his father?
Upcoming Events:
Monday (2nd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hal at 7:30pm. We have a guest speaker giving a presentation on suicide prevention. All Parish members are invited to join us.
Wednesday (4th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Wednesday, 20 September 2017
Services for Sunday 24th September (Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jonah 3: 10 - 4: 11 Jonah is angered by God's mercy
Psalm 145: 1-8
Philippians 1: 21-30 Living for Christ
Matthew 20: 1-16 The workers in the vineyard
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (24th) - The Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity following the service at 9am.
Sunday (24th) - The Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing for 12 noon today. We meet at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, walk across to the other side of the Hopkins River mouth, and back again. A "wrap-it-up" lunch will be enjoyed with Jim and Christine. BYO cool drinks. Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 1pm. You are all welcome.
Monday (25th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (27th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study continues this week at 6pm at Trinity, with the Bible Study following at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jonah 3: 10 - 4: 11 Jonah is angered by God's mercy
Psalm 145: 1-8
Philippians 1: 21-30 Living for Christ
Matthew 20: 1-16 The workers in the vineyard
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (24th) - The Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity following the service at 9am.
Sunday (24th) - The Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing for 12 noon today. We meet at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, walk across to the other side of the Hopkins River mouth, and back again. A "wrap-it-up" lunch will be enjoyed with Jim and Christine. BYO cool drinks. Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 1pm. You are all welcome.
Monday (25th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (27th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study continues this week at 6pm at Trinity, with the Bible Study following at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Thursday, 14 September 2017
Services for Sunday 17th September (Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word (Pastor David Borgas)
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor David Borgas)
Readings: Genesis 50: 15-21 Joseph is reconciled with his brothers
Psalm 103: 8-13
Romans 14: 1-12 The strong and the weak faith
Matthew 18: 21-35 Parable of the unforgiving servant
Upcoming Events:
Saturday (16th) - A Combined Churches Men's Breakfast is being held at the Baptist Church at 8:30am. All men are very welcome.
Wednesday (19th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Visitors and friends are very welcome.
Sunday (24th) - The Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity following the service at 9am.
Sunday (24th) - The Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing for 12noon. We meet at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, walk across to the other side of the Hopkins River Mouth, and back again. A "wrap-it-up" lunch will be enjoyed with Jim and Christine. BYO cool drinks. Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 1pm. You are all welcome.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word (Pastor David Borgas)
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor David Borgas)
Readings: Genesis 50: 15-21 Joseph is reconciled with his brothers
Psalm 103: 8-13
Romans 14: 1-12 The strong and the weak faith
Matthew 18: 21-35 Parable of the unforgiving servant
Upcoming Events:
Saturday (16th) - A Combined Churches Men's Breakfast is being held at the Baptist Church at 8:30am. All men are very welcome.
Wednesday (19th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Visitors and friends are very welcome.
Sunday (24th) - The Education and Evangelism Committee meets at Trinity following the service at 9am.
Sunday (24th) - The Walking Fellowship has scheduled an outing for 12noon. We meet at the Granny's Grave entry to the foreshore promenade on Hickford Parade, walk across to the other side of the Hopkins River Mouth, and back again. A "wrap-it-up" lunch will be enjoyed with Jim and Christine. BYO cool drinks. Non-walkers are welcome to join us there at about 1pm. You are all welcome.
Friday, 8 September 2017
Services for Sunday 10th September (Fourteenth 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: Ezekiel 33: 7-11 God appoints Ezekiel as a watchman
Psalm 119: 33-40
Romans 13: 8-14 The debt of love
Matthew 18: 15-20 Steps towards reconciliation
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (13th) - Pastor James May from Lutherans In Africa will be giving a presentation about the work of LIA at Trinity Church. Light refreshments will be provided from 6pm, with the presentation being given at 7pm. Everyone is warmly welcome to come along and hear more about this important work.
Saturday (16th ) - A Combined Churches Men's Breakfast is being held at the Baptist Church. Please direct enquiries to Ross or Jim for more details.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Both services will be led by Pastor David Borgas.
Readings: Ezekiel 33: 7-11 God appoints Ezekiel as a watchman
Psalm 119: 33-40
Romans 13: 8-14 The debt of love
Matthew 18: 15-20 Steps towards reconciliation
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (13th) - Pastor James May from Lutherans In Africa will be giving a presentation about the work of LIA at Trinity Church. Light refreshments will be provided from 6pm, with the presentation being given at 7pm. Everyone is warmly welcome to come along and hear more about this important work.
Saturday (16th ) - A Combined Churches Men's Breakfast is being held at the Baptist Church. Please direct enquiries to Ross or Jim for more details.
Friday, 1 September 2017
Services for Sunday 3rd September (Thirteenth 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: Jeremiah 15: 15-21 Jeremiah's inner struggle
Psalm 26: 1-8
Romans 12: 9-21 Living in love
Matthew 16: 21-28 Jesus speaks about his death and discipleship
Upcoming Events:
Warrnambool Organ Festival is being held this weekend (1st - 3rd Sep). Please check the brochures on the table in Trinity Church Hall for a detailed program. A special Father's Day Concert will be held on Sunday (3rd) at St. Joseph's Church, Lava Street, at 2:30pm. It promises to be a wonderful program for all ages to enjoy. Please support this venture in Warrnambool.
Monday (4th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. All men are invited to join us for an evening of fellowship and hearing God's Word.
Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Wednesday (6th) - Parish Confirmation Classes continue today at 4:15pm.
Wednesday (6th) - Hawkesdale's Half-Yearly AGM is being held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jeremiah 15: 15-21 Jeremiah's inner struggle
Psalm 26: 1-8
Romans 12: 9-21 Living in love
Matthew 16: 21-28 Jesus speaks about his death and discipleship
Upcoming Events:
Warrnambool Organ Festival is being held this weekend (1st - 3rd Sep). Please check the brochures on the table in Trinity Church Hall for a detailed program. A special Father's Day Concert will be held on Sunday (3rd) at St. Joseph's Church, Lava Street, at 2:30pm. It promises to be a wonderful program for all ages to enjoy. Please support this venture in Warrnambool.
Monday (4th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. All men are invited to join us for an evening of fellowship and hearing God's Word.
Wednesday (6th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Wednesday (6th) - Parish Confirmation Classes continue today at 4:15pm.
Wednesday (6th) - Hawkesdale's Half-Yearly AGM is being held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Friday, 25 August 2017
Services for Sunday 27th August (Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 51: 1-6 The earth will pass away, but God's salvation
is forever
Psalm 138
Romans 12: 1-8 The basis of ethics, and advice on gifts
Matthew 16: 13-20 Peter declares Jesus to be the Christ
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (30th) - Parish Confirmation Class resumes at Trinity at 4:15pm.
Warrnambool Organ Festival 1st - 3rd September
Various concerts at different churches in Warrnambool, together with top quality organists and guest artists, begins on Friday evening at 6pm, and continues through Saturday, with a grand Father's Day Concert on Sunday afternoon. Please see brochures on the table in Trinity Church Hall for a detailed program.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 51: 1-6 The earth will pass away, but God's salvation
is forever
Psalm 138
Romans 12: 1-8 The basis of ethics, and advice on gifts
Matthew 16: 13-20 Peter declares Jesus to be the Christ
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (30th) - Parish Confirmation Class resumes at Trinity at 4:15pm.
Warrnambool Organ Festival 1st - 3rd September
Various concerts at different churches in Warrnambool, together with top quality organists and guest artists, begins on Friday evening at 6pm, and continues through Saturday, with a grand Father's Day Concert on Sunday afternoon. Please see brochures on the table in Trinity Church Hall for a detailed program.
Friday, 18 August 2017
Services for Sunday 20th August (Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service of the Word
Readings: Isaiah 56: 1, 6-8 God's people will include foreigners
Psalm 67
Romans 11: 1, 2a, 29-32 The salvation of the Jews as well as the Gentiles
Matthew 15: 10-28 The healing of an unclean woman's daughter
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (23rd) - Parish Confirmation Class continues at Trinity at 4:15pm.
Wednesday (23rd Aug) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study 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. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Thursday (24th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at 11am.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service of the Word
Readings: Isaiah 56: 1, 6-8 God's people will include foreigners
Psalm 67
Romans 11: 1, 2a, 29-32 The salvation of the Jews as well as the Gentiles
Matthew 15: 10-28 The healing of an unclean woman's daughter
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (23rd) - Parish Confirmation Class continues at Trinity at 4:15pm.
Wednesday (23rd Aug) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study 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. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Thursday (24th) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at 11am.
Friday, 11 August 2017
Services for Sunday 13th August (Tenth Sunday After Pentecost)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Warrnambool 11:00am Service of the Word
Readings: 1 Kings 19: 9-18 The Lord appears to Elijah
Psalm 85: 8-13
Romans 10: 5-15 The word of the Lord is near you
Matthew 14: 22-33 Jesus walks on the water
Upcoming Events:
Monday (14th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (16th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Any visitors and friends are very welcome.
Wednesday (16th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service of the Word
Readings: 1 Kings 19: 9-18 The Lord appears to Elijah
Psalm 85: 8-13
Romans 10: 5-15 The word of the Lord is near you
Matthew 14: 22-33 Jesus walks on the water
Upcoming Events:
Monday (14th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (16th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. Any visitors and friends are very welcome.
Wednesday (16th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Friday, 4 August 2017
Services for Sunday 6th August (Ninth Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Half Yearly AGM to follow
the service)
Readings: Isaiah 55: 1-5 Invitation to the thirsty
Psalm 145: 8-9, 14-21
Romans 9: 1-5 Paul's sorrow for his own people
Matthew 14: 13-21 Jesus feeds the five thousand
Upcoming Events:
Monday (7th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at 7pm at the CFA Incident Control Centre, corner of Raglan Parade and Caramut Road, opposite Rafferty's Tavern, for a guided tour. All those interested are welcome to attend.
Wednesday (9th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are welcome.
Wednesday (9th) - Parish Confirmation Class begins at Trinity at 4:15pm.
Wednesday (9th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to attend one, or both, of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Sunday (13th) - A Fellowship Lunch will follow the service at Trinity at 11am.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Half Yearly AGM to follow
the service)
Readings: Isaiah 55: 1-5 Invitation to the thirsty
Psalm 145: 8-9, 14-21
Romans 9: 1-5 Paul's sorrow for his own people
Matthew 14: 13-21 Jesus feeds the five thousand
Upcoming Events:
Monday (7th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at 7pm at the CFA Incident Control Centre, corner of Raglan Parade and Caramut Road, opposite Rafferty's Tavern, for a guided tour. All those interested are welcome to attend.
Wednesday (9th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are welcome.
Wednesday (9th) - Parish Confirmation Class begins at Trinity at 4:15pm.
Wednesday (9th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study begins at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to attend one, or both, of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Sunday (13th) - A Fellowship Lunch will follow the service at Trinity at 11am.
Wednesday, 26 July 2017
Services for Sunday 30th July (Eighth Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 5:30pm Bible Study Fellowship
Readings: 1 Kings 3: 5-12 Solomon's prayer for wisdom
Psalm 119: 129-136
Romans 8: 26-39 Nothing can separate us from the love of God
Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52 Parables of the kingdom
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (30th) - Trinity Welfare Committee meets following the service at 9am.
Sunday (30th) - Trinity Half Yearly AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm in the Church Hall. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Sunday (6th Aug) - Ayrford Half Yearly AGM will be held following the service at 11:30am.
Monday (7th Aug) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at 7pm at the CFA Incident Control Centre on the corner of Raglan Parade and Caramut Road (opposite Rafferty's Tavern) for a guided tour.
Wednesday (9th Aug) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm in the Church Hall.
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 5:30pm Bible Study Fellowship
Readings: 1 Kings 3: 5-12 Solomon's prayer for wisdom
Psalm 119: 129-136
Romans 8: 26-39 Nothing can separate us from the love of God
Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52 Parables of the kingdom
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (30th) - Trinity Welfare Committee meets following the service at 9am.
Sunday (30th) - Trinity Half Yearly AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm in the Church Hall. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Sunday (6th Aug) - Ayrford Half Yearly AGM will be held following the service at 11:30am.
Monday (7th Aug) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at 7pm at the CFA Incident Control Centre on the corner of Raglan Parade and Caramut Road (opposite Rafferty's Tavern) for a guided tour.
Wednesday (9th Aug) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at 1:30pm in the Church Hall.
Friday, 21 July 2017
Services for Sunday 23rd July (Seventh Sunday After Pentecost)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 44: 6-8 God is the first and last - the only God
Psalm 86: 11-17
Romans 8: 12-25 Our future glory is beyond compare
Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43 The parable of the weeds
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (23rd) - A Choir Practice for the Zone Reformation Anniversary will be held at Trinity today following the service at 9am. All interested persons are welcome. Please direct enquiries to Helen.
Wednesday (26th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be conducted at Trinity at 6pm, with a Bible Study following at 6:30pm. All are welcome to join in either one or both events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday (28th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity at 7pm. We will be preparing for our Sunday Service contribution, and an evening of card games.
Sunday (30th) - Trinity Welfare Committee will be meeting following the service at 9am.
Sunday (30th) - Trinity's Half-Yearly AGM will be held in the Church Hall at 2:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 44: 6-8 God is the first and last - the only God
Psalm 86: 11-17
Romans 8: 12-25 Our future glory is beyond compare
Matthew 13: 24-30, 36-43 The parable of the weeds
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (23rd) - A Choir Practice for the Zone Reformation Anniversary will be held at Trinity today following the service at 9am. All interested persons are welcome. Please direct enquiries to Helen.
Wednesday (26th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be conducted at Trinity at 6pm, with a Bible Study following at 6:30pm. All are welcome to join in either one or both events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday (28th) - Parish Youth meet at Trinity at 7pm. We will be preparing for our Sunday Service contribution, and an evening of card games.
Sunday (30th) - Trinity Welfare Committee will be meeting following the service at 9am.
Sunday (30th) - Trinity's Half-Yearly AGM will be held in the Church Hall at 2:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Thursday, 13 July 2017
Services for Sunday 16th July (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: Isaiah 55: 10-13 God's word will succeed
Psalm 65: 9-13
Romans 8: 1-11 You are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit
Matthew 13: 1-9, 18-23 The parable of the sower
Upcoming Events:
Monday (17th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm in the Church Hall.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 55: 10-13 God's word will succeed
Psalm 65: 9-13
Romans 8: 1-11 You are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit
Matthew 13: 1-9, 18-23 The parable of the sower
Upcoming Events:
Monday (17th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm in the Church Hall.
Friday, 7 July 2017
Services for Sunday 9th July (Fifth Sunday After Pentecost)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (A shared fellowship
lunch follows this service at Trinity. All are invited.)
Readings: Zechariah 9: 9-12 The humble king
Psalm 145: 8-14
Romans 7: 15-25a The struggle of the sinner-saint
Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30 Jesus reveals the Father, and the weary
find rest in him
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday (11th) - A memorial service for Norman Stasinowsky will take place at Trinity at 11:30am.
Wednesday (12th) - Service with Holy Communion takes place at Trinity from 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join in one, or both, of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Thursday (13th) - The Evangelism and Education Committee meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (A shared fellowship
lunch follows this service at Trinity. All are invited.)
Readings: Zechariah 9: 9-12 The humble king
Psalm 145: 8-14
Romans 7: 15-25a The struggle of the sinner-saint
Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30 Jesus reveals the Father, and the weary
find rest in him
Upcoming Events:
Tuesday (11th) - A memorial service for Norman Stasinowsky will take place at Trinity at 11:30am.
Wednesday (12th) - Service with Holy Communion takes place at Trinity from 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join in one, or both, of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Thursday (13th) - The Evangelism and Education Committee meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.
Friday, 30 June 2017
Services for Sunday 2nd July (Fourth 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: Jeremiah 28: 5-9 Jeremiah and the false prophet Hananiah
Psalm 89: 1-4, 15-18
Romans 6: 12-23 You have become slaves to righteousness
Matthew 10: 40-42 Whoever welcomes you welcomes me
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (2nd) - Trinity Property and Maintenance Committee meets today following the service at 9am.
Monday (3rd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. All men are invited to join us.
Wednesday (5th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Sunday (9th) - A Fellowship Luncheon will be held at Trinity following the service at 11am. All are welcome to join us. Please bring a plate of food to share for lunch.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jeremiah 28: 5-9 Jeremiah and the false prophet Hananiah
Psalm 89: 1-4, 15-18
Romans 6: 12-23 You have become slaves to righteousness
Matthew 10: 40-42 Whoever welcomes you welcomes me
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (2nd) - Trinity Property and Maintenance Committee meets today following the service at 9am.
Monday (3rd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. All men are invited to join us.
Wednesday (5th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Sunday (9th) - A Fellowship Luncheon will be held at Trinity following the service at 11am. All are welcome to join us. Please bring a plate of food to share for lunch.
Friday, 23 June 2017
Services for Sunday 18th June (Second Sunday after Pentecost)
Commemoration of the Augsburg Confession
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jeremiah 20: 7-13 Jeremiah struggles with his calling
Psalm 69: 7-18
Romans 6: 1b-11 Dead to sin, but alive to Christ
Matthew 10: 24-39 Do not be afraid; take up your cross and follow Christ
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (28th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday (30th) - The Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall at 7pm for a 'Star Wars' themed evening. Please bring some 'space food' to share for supper.
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Jeremiah 20: 7-13 Jeremiah struggles with his calling
Psalm 69: 7-18
Romans 6: 1b-11 Dead to sin, but alive to Christ
Matthew 10: 24-39 Do not be afraid; take up your cross and follow Christ
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (28th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday (30th) - The Parish Youth meet at Trinity Church Hall at 7pm for a 'Star Wars' themed evening. Please bring some 'space food' to share for supper.
Friday, 16 June 2017
Services for Sunday 18th June (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: Exodus 19: 2-8a A kingdom of priests, a holy nation
Psalm 100
Romans 5: 1-8 Christ died for the ungodly
Matthew 9: 35- 10: 8 Jesus sends out the twelve
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (18th) - Trinity Property Maintenance Committee meets today following the service at 9am.
Thursday (22nd) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at the Ayrford Hall at 11am. All ladies are welcome.
Thursday (22nd) - Trinity Evangelism and Education Committee meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.
Saturday (24th) - A Working Bee is organised for the Trinity complex at 9am. Tools such as brooms, hoses, ladders, pressure washer, etc will be greatly appreciated. Please direct enquiries to Maureen. A cuppa will be provided.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Exodus 19: 2-8a A kingdom of priests, a holy nation
Psalm 100
Romans 5: 1-8 Christ died for the ungodly
Matthew 9: 35- 10: 8 Jesus sends out the twelve
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (18th) - Trinity Property Maintenance Committee meets today following the service at 9am.
Thursday (22nd) - Ayrford Ladies Guild meets at the Ayrford Hall at 11am. All ladies are welcome.
Thursday (22nd) - Trinity Evangelism and Education Committee meets at Trinity at 7:30pm.
Saturday (24th) - A Working Bee is organised for the Trinity complex at 9am. Tools such as brooms, hoses, ladders, pressure washer, etc will be greatly appreciated. Please direct enquiries to Maureen. A cuppa will be provided.
Saturday, 10 June 2017
Services for Sunday 11th June (First Sunday After Pentecost)
Trinity Sunday
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Genesis 1: 1- 2: 4a The Triune God creates the world through his
word
Psalm 8
2 Corinthians 13: 11-14 The apostolic blessing in the name of the Triune
God
Matthew 28: 16-20 The great commission in the name of the Triune
God
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (14th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Genesis 1: 1- 2: 4a The Triune God creates the world through his
word
Psalm 8
2 Corinthians 13: 11-14 The apostolic blessing in the name of the Triune
God
Matthew 28: 16-20 The great commission in the name of the Triune
God
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (14th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion and Bible Study will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday, 2 June 2017
Services for Sunday 4th June (Pentecost Sunday)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 2: 1-21 The coming of the Holy Spirit
Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b
1 Corinthians 12: 3b-13 The gifts of the Spirit
John 7: 37-39 Jesus promises streams of life-giving water
Upcoming Events:
Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship will not be meeting this month. We will instead be spending the day at the Fry residence for a garden working bee. Please notify Trevor if you wish to be involved.
Wednesday (7th June) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 2: 1-21 The coming of the Holy Spirit
Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b
1 Corinthians 12: 3b-13 The gifts of the Spirit
John 7: 37-39 Jesus promises streams of life-giving water
Upcoming Events:
Monday (5th) - Parish Men's Fellowship will not be meeting this month. We will instead be spending the day at the Fry residence for a garden working bee. Please notify Trevor if you wish to be involved.
Wednesday (7th June) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Friday, 26 May 2017
Services for Sunday 28th May (Seventh Sunday of Easter)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service of the Word
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service of the Word
Tandara Camp 10:00am Service with Holy Communion
(Hall's Gap)
Readings: Acts 1: 6-14 Waiting in prayer for the Spirit
Psalm 68: 1-10, 32-35
1 Peter 4: 12-14, 5: 6-11 Suffering as a Christian
John 17: 1-11 Jesus prays for his disciples in the world
Upcoming Events:
Friday (2nd June) - Parish Youth Group meet from 7-9pm for Ten Pin Bowling in Timor Street. Please bring $10 for entry.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service of the Word
Tandara Camp 10:00am Service with Holy Communion
(Hall's Gap)
Readings: Acts 1: 6-14 Waiting in prayer for the Spirit
Psalm 68: 1-10, 32-35
1 Peter 4: 12-14, 5: 6-11 Suffering as a Christian
John 17: 1-11 Jesus prays for his disciples in the world
Upcoming Events:
Friday (2nd June) - Parish Youth Group meet from 7-9pm for Ten Pin Bowling in Timor Street. Please bring $10 for entry.
Friday, 19 May 2017
Services for Sunday 21st May (Sixth 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 17: 22-31 Paul in Athens
Psalm 66: 8-20
1 Peter 3: 13-22 Suffering for doing right
John 14: 15-21 The promise of the Holy Spirit
Thursday (25th) - Ascension Day (Parish Service)
Warrnambool 7:30pm 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
Other Upcoming Events:
Monday (22nd) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 17: 22-31 Paul in Athens
Psalm 66: 8-20
1 Peter 3: 13-22 Suffering for doing right
John 14: 15-21 The promise of the Holy Spirit
Thursday (25th) - Ascension Day (Parish Service)
Warrnambool 7:30pm 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
Other Upcoming Events:
Monday (22nd) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Friday, 12 May 2017
Services for Sunday 14th May (Fifth Sunday of Easter)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 7: 55-60 The death of Stephen
Psalm 31: 1-5, 15, 16
1 Peter 2: 2-10 God's chosen people, a royal priesthood
John 14: 1-14 Jesus the way to the Father
Upcoming events:
Wednesday (17th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. New participants, visitors and friends are very welcome.
Friday (19th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a movie night. Please bring some popcorn or supper to share. All youth are invited to join us.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 7: 55-60 The death of Stephen
Psalm 31: 1-5, 15, 16
1 Peter 2: 2-10 God's chosen people, a royal priesthood
John 14: 1-14 Jesus the way to the Father
Upcoming events:
Wednesday (17th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm. New participants, visitors and friends are very welcome.
Friday (19th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a movie night. Please bring some popcorn or supper to share. All youth are invited to join us.
Saturday, 6 May 2017
Services for Sunday 7th May (Fourth Sunday of Easter)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor David Borgas)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor David Borgas)
Readings: Acts 2: 42-47 Life and worship in the apostolic church
Psalm 23
1 Peter 2: 19-25 The shepherd and bishop of our souls
John 10: 1-10 Jesus, the gate for the sheep
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (7th) - Mother's Day Trading Table will be held at Trinity today to raise funds for Abong Lutheran Parish in PNG. Donations of baked goods, or other treasures, will be gratefully received. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Wednesday (10th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Pastor David Borgas)
Readings: Acts 2: 42-47 Life and worship in the apostolic church
Psalm 23
1 Peter 2: 19-25 The shepherd and bishop of our souls
John 10: 1-10 Jesus, the gate for the sheep
Upcoming Events:
Sunday (7th) - Mother's Day Trading Table will be held at Trinity today to raise funds for Abong Lutheran Parish in PNG. Donations of baked goods, or other treasures, will be gratefully received. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Wednesday (10th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to join us for the service, the study, or both. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Friday, 28 April 2017
Services for Sunday 30th April (3rd Sunday of Easter)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 5:50pm Bible Study Fellowship (At the Habel residence.
Please bring a plate to share for dinner).
Readings: Acts 2: 14a, 36-41 Three thousand people repent and are baptised
Psalm 116: 1-4, 12-19
1 Peter 1: 17-23 Set free by the sacrifice of Christ
Luke 24: 13-35 Jesus made known in the breaking of the bread
Upcoming events:
Monday (1st May) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. All men are very welcome.
Wednesday (3rd) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome to join us.
Friday (5th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity at 7pm. We will be walking to "First Port of Call" Christian Bookshop to explore the resources available. Please bring $5, and wear suitable walking shoes.
Sunday (7th) - A Mother's Day Trading Table will be operating as a fundraiser for Abong Lutheran Parish, PNG. Donations of baked goods, or other treasures, will be gratefully received. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 5:50pm Bible Study Fellowship (At the Habel residence.
Please bring a plate to share for dinner).
Readings: Acts 2: 14a, 36-41 Three thousand people repent and are baptised
Psalm 116: 1-4, 12-19
1 Peter 1: 17-23 Set free by the sacrifice of Christ
Luke 24: 13-35 Jesus made known in the breaking of the bread
Upcoming events:
Monday (1st May) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. All men are very welcome.
Wednesday (3rd) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the Church Hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome to join us.
Friday (5th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity at 7pm. We will be walking to "First Port of Call" Christian Bookshop to explore the resources available. Please bring $5, and wear suitable walking shoes.
Sunday (7th) - A Mother's Day Trading Table will be operating as a fundraiser for Abong Lutheran Parish, PNG. Donations of baked goods, or other treasures, will be gratefully received. Please direct enquiries to Tanya.
Friday, 21 April 2017
Services for Sunday 23rd April (Second Sunday of Easter)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 2: 14a, 22-32 Peter gives witness that God raised Jesus
Psalm 16
1 Peter 1: 3-9 New birth through the resurrection of Jesus
John 20: 19-31 Thomas sees the risen Christ and believes
Wednesday (26th) - Midweek Evening Services with Holy Communion resumes this week at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to the service, the study, or both. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Other Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (26th) - Parish Camp Committee meets at Trinity at 4pm.
Friday (28th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity from 7-9pm.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 2: 14a, 22-32 Peter gives witness that God raised Jesus
Psalm 16
1 Peter 1: 3-9 New birth through the resurrection of Jesus
John 20: 19-31 Thomas sees the risen Christ and believes
Wednesday (26th) - Midweek Evening Services with Holy Communion resumes this week at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. Everyone is invited to the service, the study, or both. The evening will end at 7:30pm.
Other Upcoming Events:
Wednesday (26th) - Parish Camp Committee meets at Trinity at 4pm.
Friday (28th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity from 7-9pm.
Friday, 7 April 2017
Services for Sunday 9th April (Palm Sunday) and Easter
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 50: 4-9a The obedience of the Lord's servant
Psalm 118: 1-2, 19-29
Philippians 2: 5-11 Christ - obedient servant and exalted Lord
Matthew 21: 1-11
Thursday (13th) - Maundy Thursday (Parish Service)
Hawkesdale 7:30pm Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Exodus 12: 1-14 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
Friday (14th) - Good Friday
Warrnambool 9:00am
Ayrford 11:30am
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
Sunday (16th) - Easter Sunday
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 10: 34-43 Summary of Jesus' life and ministry
Psalm 118: 1, 2, 14-24
Colossians 3: 1-4 Your life is hidden with Christ in God
Matthew 28: 1-10 The first Easter morning
Morning coffee and hot cross buns will be served prior to the service at Trinity from 10am. Everyone is warmly welcome to join us.
Other Upcoming Events:
Monday (10th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 50: 4-9a The obedience of the Lord's servant
Psalm 118: 1-2, 19-29
Philippians 2: 5-11 Christ - obedient servant and exalted Lord
Matthew 21: 1-11
Thursday (13th) - Maundy Thursday (Parish Service)
Hawkesdale 7:30pm Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Exodus 12: 1-14 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
Friday (14th) - Good Friday
Warrnambool 9:00am
Ayrford 11:30am
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
Sunday (16th) - Easter Sunday
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Acts 10: 34-43 Summary of Jesus' life and ministry
Psalm 118: 1, 2, 14-24
Colossians 3: 1-4 Your life is hidden with Christ in God
Matthew 28: 1-10 The first Easter morning
Morning coffee and hot cross buns will be served prior to the service at Trinity from 10am. Everyone is warmly welcome to join us.
Other Upcoming Events:
Monday (10th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Friday, 31 March 2017
Services for Sunday 2nd 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: Ezekiel 37: 1-14 Vision of the valley of dry bones
Psalm 130
Romans 8: 6-11 The Spirit of God lives in you
John 11: 1-45 The raising of Lazarus - Jesus' last sign
Wednesday (5th) - Midweek Lenten Services continue this week at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Other Upcoming Events:
Monday (3rd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. There will be a guest speaker from Maddens Lawyers speaking on the topic of Wills and Powers of Attorney. The evening is open to everyone in the Parish to come along and join us.
Wednesday (5th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets in the Church Hall at 11:00am for a Bible Study, followed by a shared finger food lunch. At 1:00pm a guest speaker will give a presentation on 'Samaritan's Purse' and Christmas Shoebox Project. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Ezekiel 37: 1-14 Vision of the valley of dry bones
Psalm 130
Romans 8: 6-11 The Spirit of God lives in you
John 11: 1-45 The raising of Lazarus - Jesus' last sign
Wednesday (5th) - Midweek Lenten Services continue this week at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Other Upcoming Events:
Monday (3rd) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 7:30pm. There will be a guest speaker from Maddens Lawyers speaking on the topic of Wills and Powers of Attorney. The evening is open to everyone in the Parish to come along and join us.
Wednesday (5th) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets in the Church Hall at 11:00am for a Bible Study, followed by a shared finger food lunch. At 1:00pm a guest speaker will give a presentation on 'Samaritan's Purse' and Christmas Shoebox Project. All ladies are welcome to join us.
Friday, 24 March 2017
Services for Sunday 26th March (Fourth Sunday in Lent)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (followed by Picnic)
Readings: 1 Samuel 16: 1-13 Samuel anoints David as king of Israel
Psalm 23
Ephesians 5: 8-14 Live as children of the light
John 9: 1-41 Jesus opens the eyes of a man born blind
Wednesday (29th) - Midweek Lenten Service this week will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, at 7:30pm. Pastor Ryan Norris of the Tarrington Parish will be leading the service. Everyone is invited, and encouraged, to join us in these midweek meditations focusing on the Passion of Christ.
Other Upcoming Events:
Sunday (26th) - The Annual Picnic at Hawkesdale follows the service today at 11am. Everyone is invited to join us.
Friday (31st) - Parish Youth meet from 7-9pm at Trinity Church Hall for a 'Q & A with Pastor'. Please bring your questions and supper to share.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (followed by Picnic)
Readings: 1 Samuel 16: 1-13 Samuel anoints David as king of Israel
Psalm 23
Ephesians 5: 8-14 Live as children of the light
John 9: 1-41 Jesus opens the eyes of a man born blind
Wednesday (29th) - Midweek Lenten Service this week will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, at 7:30pm. Pastor Ryan Norris of the Tarrington Parish will be leading the service. Everyone is invited, and encouraged, to join us in these midweek meditations focusing on the Passion of Christ.
Other Upcoming Events:
Sunday (26th) - The Annual Picnic at Hawkesdale follows the service today at 11am. Everyone is invited to join us.
Friday (31st) - Parish Youth meet from 7-9pm at Trinity Church Hall for a 'Q & A with Pastor'. Please bring your questions and supper to share.
Friday, 17 March 2017
Services for Sunday 19th March (Third 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: Exodus 17: 1-7 The Israelites put God to the test
Psalm 95
Romans 5: 1-11 While we were still sinners, Christ died for us
John 4: 5-42 Jesus and the Samaritan woman
Upcoming events:
Wednesday (22nd) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All Parish members are invited to attend.
Saturday (25th) - Walking Fellowship meets at Koroit Rail Trail at 5pm, starting from Koroit Train Station. Afterwards we will enjoy a picnic meal oe take-away meal at the civic park. Non-walkers are welcome to join us at 6pm. Sunday School children and their parents are especially invited. Please direct enquiries to Christine.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service of the Word
Readings: Exodus 17: 1-7 The Israelites put God to the test
Psalm 95
Romans 5: 1-11 While we were still sinners, Christ died for us
John 4: 5-42 Jesus and the Samaritan woman
Upcoming events:
Wednesday (22nd) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All Parish members are invited to attend.
Saturday (25th) - Walking Fellowship meets at Koroit Rail Trail at 5pm, starting from Koroit Train Station. Afterwards we will enjoy a picnic meal oe take-away meal at the civic park. Non-walkers are welcome to join us at 6pm. Sunday School children and their parents are especially invited. Please direct enquiries to Christine.
Friday, 10 March 2017
Services for Sunday 12th March (Second Sunday in Lent)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (Shared Lunch to follow).
Everyone is welcome to join us.
Readings: Genesis 12: 1-4a The call of Abraham
Psalm 121
Romans 4: 1-5, 13-17 Abraham our father, justified by faith
John 3: 1-17 God so loved the world that He gave His only Son
Wednesday (15th) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, at 7:30pm. Pastor Richard Taylor from the Hamilton Parish will be leading the service. All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Other upcoming events:
Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm for an afternoon get-together. New participants, visitors and friends are very welcome.
Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity from 7-9pm for a 'Guest Session'. Please bring supper to share.
Saturday (25th) - Walking Fellowship meets at Koroit Rail Trail at 5pm, starting from Koroit Train Station. Afterwards we will enjoy a picnic meal or take-away meal at the civic park. Non-walkers are welcome to join us at 6pm. Sunday School children and their parents are especially invited. Please direct enquiries to Christine.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion (Shared Lunch to follow).
Everyone is welcome to join us.
Readings: Genesis 12: 1-4a The call of Abraham
Psalm 121
Romans 4: 1-5, 13-17 Abraham our father, justified by faith
John 3: 1-17 God so loved the world that He gave His only Son
Wednesday (15th) - Midweek Lenten Service will be held at Trinity, Warrnambool, at 7:30pm. Pastor Richard Taylor from the Hamilton Parish will be leading the service. All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Other upcoming events:
Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm for an afternoon get-together. New participants, visitors and friends are very welcome.
Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity from 7-9pm for a 'Guest Session'. Please bring supper to share.
Saturday (25th) - Walking Fellowship meets at Koroit Rail Trail at 5pm, starting from Koroit Train Station. Afterwards we will enjoy a picnic meal or take-away meal at the civic park. Non-walkers are welcome to join us at 6pm. Sunday School children and their parents are especially invited. Please direct enquiries to Christine.
Friday, 3 March 2017
Services for Sunday 5th March (First Sunday in Lent)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion (Harvest Festival)
Setting up of harvest display will take place at 7pm
on Saturday.
Doors open from 5pm.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Harvest Festival)
The AGM will follow a shared lunch
Readings: Genesis 2: 15-17, 3: 1-7 The creation and fall
Psalm 32
Romans 5: 12-19 Death through Adam, life through Christ
Matthew 4: 1-11 The temptation of Jesus
Wednesday (8th) - Midweek Lenten Service continues this week at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend. Pastor David Wear of the Hamilton Parish will lead the service.
Other upcoming events:
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at the City Memorial Bowls Club, Cramer Street, for an evening of lawn bowls. Please meet at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start. All men are very welcome.
Sunday (12th) - Trinity Congregation will share in a Community Lunch following the service at 11am. Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table. Visitors are very welcome to join us.
Setting up of harvest display will take place at 7pm
on Saturday.
Doors open from 5pm.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion (Harvest Festival)
The AGM will follow a shared lunch
Readings: Genesis 2: 15-17, 3: 1-7 The creation and fall
Psalm 32
Romans 5: 12-19 Death through Adam, life through Christ
Matthew 4: 1-11 The temptation of Jesus
Wednesday (8th) - Midweek Lenten Service continues this week at Hawkesdale at 7:30pm. All Parish members are invited and encouraged to attend. Pastor David Wear of the Hamilton Parish will lead the service.
Other upcoming events:
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at the City Memorial Bowls Club, Cramer Street, for an evening of lawn bowls. Please meet at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start. All men are very welcome.
Sunday (12th) - Trinity Congregation will share in a Community Lunch following the service at 11am. Please bring finger food plates of savoury and dessert for the buffet table. Visitors are very welcome to join us.
Friday, 24 February 2017
Services for Sunday 26th February (Transfiguration)
Transfiguration of Our Lord
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Exodus 24: 12-18 Moses on the mountain with God
Psalm 99
2 Peter 1: 16-21 Listen to us - we saw Christ's glory
Matthew 17: 1-9 The transfiguration of Jesus
Ash Wednesday:
Wednesday (1st March) 7:30pm Parish Service with Holy Communion
at Trinity, Warrnambool
Readings: Isaiah 58: 1-12 A fast acceptable to the Lord
Psalm 51: 1-17
2 Corinthians 5: 20b - 6:10 Be reconciled to God
Matthew 6: 1-6, 16-21 Giving to the poor, praying, and fasting
Upcoming events:
Saturday (25th) - A Family BBQ for Sunday School families will be held at Trinity at 6pm. Parents, children, grandparents and teachers are all welcome. Please bring a salad and/or savoury nibbles and your own drinks.
Wednesday (1st) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the church hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Friday (3rd) - Parish Youth Group meets at the Breakwater Pavillion carpark from 7-9pm for beach games. Please bring supper to share.
Sunday (5th) - Ayrford AGM will be held following the Harvest Festival Service at 11:30am and a shared lunch. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship has an evening at the City Memorial Bowls Club, Cramer Street. Please meet at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start. All men are very welcome.
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Exodus 24: 12-18 Moses on the mountain with God
Psalm 99
2 Peter 1: 16-21 Listen to us - we saw Christ's glory
Matthew 17: 1-9 The transfiguration of Jesus
Ash Wednesday:
Wednesday (1st March) 7:30pm Parish Service with Holy Communion
at Trinity, Warrnambool
Readings: Isaiah 58: 1-12 A fast acceptable to the Lord
Psalm 51: 1-17
2 Corinthians 5: 20b - 6:10 Be reconciled to God
Matthew 6: 1-6, 16-21 Giving to the poor, praying, and fasting
Upcoming events:
Saturday (25th) - A Family BBQ for Sunday School families will be held at Trinity at 6pm. Parents, children, grandparents and teachers are all welcome. Please bring a salad and/or savoury nibbles and your own drinks.
Wednesday (1st) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the church hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Friday (3rd) - Parish Youth Group meets at the Breakwater Pavillion carpark from 7-9pm for beach games. Please bring supper to share.
Sunday (5th) - Ayrford AGM will be held following the Harvest Festival Service at 11:30am and a shared lunch. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship has an evening at the City Memorial Bowls Club, Cramer Street. Please meet at 6:15pm for a 6:30pm start. All men are very welcome.
Friday, 17 February 2017
Services for Sunday 19th February (Seventh 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: Leviticus 19: 1, 2, 9-18 Be holy - the Lord is God
Psalm 119: 33-40
1 Corinthians 3: 10, 11, 16-23 Built on Christ alone - God's wisdom
Matthew 5: 38-48 Loving your enemies
Upcoming events:
Sunday (19th) - Trinity AGM is scheduled for today at 2:30pm. Reports and minutes of the 2016 half yearly General Meeting are available from the hall foyer table. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Monday (20th) - Hawkesdale AGM takes place at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Wednesday (22nd) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are invited to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Saturday (25th) - A Family BBQ for Sunday School families will be held at Trinity at 6pm. Parents, children, grandparents and teachers are all welcome. Please bring a salad and/or savoury nibbles and your own drinks. Everything else will be provided. RSVP to Tanya or Christine. Volunteers willing to assist with BBQ or in kitchen will be gratefully appreciated.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Leviticus 19: 1, 2, 9-18 Be holy - the Lord is God
Psalm 119: 33-40
1 Corinthians 3: 10, 11, 16-23 Built on Christ alone - God's wisdom
Matthew 5: 38-48 Loving your enemies
Upcoming events:
Sunday (19th) - Trinity AGM is scheduled for today at 2:30pm. Reports and minutes of the 2016 half yearly General Meeting are available from the hall foyer table. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Monday (20th) - Hawkesdale AGM takes place at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Wednesday (22nd) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion will be held at Trinity at 6pm, followed by Bible Study at 6:30pm. You are invited to attend one or both of these events. The evening will end by 7:30pm.
Saturday (25th) - A Family BBQ for Sunday School families will be held at Trinity at 6pm. Parents, children, grandparents and teachers are all welcome. Please bring a salad and/or savoury nibbles and your own drinks. Everything else will be provided. RSVP to Tanya or Christine. Volunteers willing to assist with BBQ or in kitchen will be gratefully appreciated.
Friday, 10 February 2017
Services for Sunday 12th February (Seventh Sunday After Epiphany)
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Both services will be led by Pastor David Borgas.
Readings: Deuteronomy 30: 15-20 The two ways - life or death
Psalm 119: 1-8
1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 Divisions in the Corinthian church
Matthew 5: 21-37 Jesus' radical teaching of the law
Upcoming events:
Sunday (12th) - The Installation of Pastor Ryan Norris will take place today at St. Michael's, Tarrington, at 3pm. All Parish members are invited to attend.
Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm for a social get-together. New participants, friends and visitors are welcome.
Wednesday (15th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a family BBQ. Please bring a salad or dessert to share. Games and BBQ meat provided. The youth are invited to bring their families along.
Sunday (19th) - Trinity AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm in the Church Hall. Reports and minutes of the 2016 half yearly AGM are available from the foyer table. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Monday (20th) - Hawkesdale AGM will be held at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Both services will be led by Pastor David Borgas.
Readings: Deuteronomy 30: 15-20 The two ways - life or death
Psalm 119: 1-8
1 Corinthians 3: 1-9 Divisions in the Corinthian church
Matthew 5: 21-37 Jesus' radical teaching of the law
Upcoming events:
Sunday (12th) - The Installation of Pastor Ryan Norris will take place today at St. Michael's, Tarrington, at 3pm. All Parish members are invited to attend.
Wednesday (15th) - Cards and Games Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 1:30pm for a social get-together. New participants, friends and visitors are welcome.
Wednesday (15th) - Trinity Elders meet at 7:30pm.
Friday (17th) - Parish Youth Group meets at Trinity Church Hall from 7-9pm for a family BBQ. Please bring a salad or dessert to share. Games and BBQ meat provided. The youth are invited to bring their families along.
Sunday (19th) - Trinity AGM is scheduled for 2:30pm in the Church Hall. Reports and minutes of the 2016 half yearly AGM are available from the foyer table. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Monday (20th) - Hawkesdale AGM will be held at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Friday, 3 February 2017
Services for Sunday 5th February (Fifth Sunday After Epiphany)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 58: 1-9a The Lord desires kindness and justice
Psalm 112: 1-10
1 Corinthians 2: 1-12 Christ crucified - God's power and wisdom
Matthew 5: 13-20 You are salt of the earth and light of the world
Upcoming events:
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 6pm for a BBQ dinner. Meats supplied. BYO drinks. All men are very welcome. RSVP to Ross or Trevor.
Wednesday (8th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at Trinity at 7pm. Everyone is invited to attend.
Wednesday (8th) - Parish AGM follows the service at Trinity, beginning at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 58: 1-9a The Lord desires kindness and justice
Psalm 112: 1-10
1 Corinthians 2: 1-12 Christ crucified - God's power and wisdom
Matthew 5: 13-20 You are salt of the earth and light of the world
Upcoming events:
Monday (6th) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity at 6pm for a BBQ dinner. Meats supplied. BYO drinks. All men are very welcome. RSVP to Ross or Trevor.
Wednesday (8th) - Midweek Service with Holy Communion begins at Trinity at 7pm. Everyone is invited to attend.
Wednesday (8th) - Parish AGM follows the service at Trinity, beginning at 7:30pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Friday, 27 January 2017
Services for Sunday 29th January (Fourth Sunday After Epiphany)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Micah 6: 1-8 The Lord's case against Israel
Psalm 15
1 Corinthians 1: 18-31 God chooses the weak
Matthew 5: 1-12 The beatitudes - life in God's kingdom
Upcoming events:
Sunday (29th) - Trinity Property and Maintenance Committee meets following the service at 9am.
Monday (30th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (1st Feb) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the church hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Monday (6th Feb) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 6pm for a BBQ dinner. Meats will be supplied, but please BYO drinks. All men are very welcome. RSVP to Ross or Trevor for catering purposes.
Wednesday (8th) - Parish AGM will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm, following a Mid-Week Service with Holy Communion at 7pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Micah 6: 1-8 The Lord's case against Israel
Psalm 15
1 Corinthians 1: 18-31 God chooses the weak
Matthew 5: 1-12 The beatitudes - life in God's kingdom
Upcoming events:
Sunday (29th) - Trinity Property and Maintenance Committee meets following the service at 9am.
Monday (30th) - Trinity Church Council meets at 7:30pm.
Wednesday (1st Feb) - Trinity Ladies Guild meets at the church hall at 1:30pm. All ladies are very welcome.
Monday (6th Feb) - Parish Men's Fellowship meets at Trinity Church Hall at 6pm for a BBQ dinner. Meats will be supplied, but please BYO drinks. All men are very welcome. RSVP to Ross or Trevor for catering purposes.
Wednesday (8th) - Parish AGM will be held at Trinity at 7:30pm, following a Mid-Week Service with Holy Communion at 7pm. All voting members are encouraged to attend.
Friday, 20 January 2017
Services for Sunday 22nd January (Third Sunday After Epiphany)
Warrnambool 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 9: 1-4 People who have lived in darkness have seen
a great light
Psalm 27: 1, 4-9
1 Corinthians 1: 10-18 An appeal to avoid factions
Matthew 4: 12-23 Jesus begins his work - light has dawned
Upcoming events:
Friday (20th) - All men, women and children are invited to a BBQ at Tarrington Church Hall at 6:30pm. BYO drinks and a salad to share. Meat, tea and coffee provided. A guest speaker will give a presentation on the growth of the Lutheran Church in the Western District of Victoria in this the 500th year of the Reformation.
Sunday (29th) - Property and Maintenance Committee meets at Trinity following the service at 9am.
Hawkesdale 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 9: 1-4 People who have lived in darkness have seen
a great light
Psalm 27: 1, 4-9
1 Corinthians 1: 10-18 An appeal to avoid factions
Matthew 4: 12-23 Jesus begins his work - light has dawned
Upcoming events:
Friday (20th) - All men, women and children are invited to a BBQ at Tarrington Church Hall at 6:30pm. BYO drinks and a salad to share. Meat, tea and coffee provided. A guest speaker will give a presentation on the growth of the Lutheran Church in the Western District of Victoria in this the 500th year of the Reformation.
Sunday (29th) - Property and Maintenance Committee meets at Trinity following the service at 9am.
Friday, 13 January 2017
Services for Sunday 15th 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 49: 1-7 God's servant a light to the nations
Psalm 40: 1-11
1 Corinthians 1: 1-9 Grace and peace from God in Christ
John 1: 29-42 Jesus the lamb of God
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service of the Word
Ayrford 11:30am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 49: 1-7 God's servant a light to the nations
Psalm 40: 1-11
1 Corinthians 1: 1-9 Grace and peace from God in Christ
John 1: 29-42 Jesus the lamb of God
Wednesday, 4 January 2017
Services for Epiphany
Friday (6th Jan) 7:30pm Warrnambool Service with Holy Communion
Epiphany always occurs on 6th January. For an explanation on Epiphany, please check out the articles on this site.
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
Sunday (8th Jan) First Sunday after Epiphany
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 42: 1-9 The Lord's servant is a light to the nations
Psalm 29
Acts 10: 34-43 Jesus anointed with the Spirit and power
Matthew 3: 13-17 The baptism of Jesus
Epiphany always occurs on 6th January. For an explanation on Epiphany, please check out the articles on this site.
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
Sunday (8th Jan) First Sunday after Epiphany
Hawkesdale 9:00am Service with Holy Communion
Warrnambool 11:00am Service with Holy Communion
Readings: Isaiah 42: 1-9 The Lord's servant is a light to the nations
Psalm 29
Acts 10: 34-43 Jesus anointed with the Spirit and power
Matthew 3: 13-17 The baptism of Jesus
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