Latest Update from SBLC Call Committee.
This week Nich let us know he has received a third call – this time from Lifeway in Sydney. Thus he now has 3 simultaneous calls - Ours, St Paul’s congregation at Caboolture in Queensland, and Lifeway in Sydney.
Nich is going on annual leave in the last two weeks of January. He has decided he will make a decision on the calls in early January so his family can have their holiday time without having to think about calls.
We ask that you pray for Pastor Nich and his family as they consider the three calls they have received.
Services
Bethany 10:30am HC & Baptism Pastor David Gogoll
Grace St John’s 9am HC Pastor Mark Kleemann Children’s Service
Langmeil No Services
Lyndoch 10:30am HC Pastor Greg Schiller
Tabor 9am HC Pastor David Gogoll and
Tabor 10:30am German Language Service with Gerhard Ruediger
BIBLE READINGS FOR THIS SUNDAY 22 DECEMBER 2024
The First Reading: Micah 5:2-5a The shepherd king to be born in Bethlehem
Psalm 80:1-7 or Luke 1:(46b) 47-55 Song of Mary (Magnificat)
The Second Reading Hebrews 10:5-10 Christ came to do God’s will
The Gospel: Luke 1:(46b) 47-55 Song of Mary (Magnificat) or Luke 1:39-45(46-55) Mary visits Elizabeth
Tabor 175th Anniversary History Book 1999 - 2024.
Tabor History, the last 25 years currently being written by local historian Samuel Doering is now available for pre-order. The publication will be available for our Anniversary celebration in March 2025.
Need a gift for Christmas? Vouchers available.
History Book 1999-2024 is $30.00
Tabor History Book Package: 1849-1999 & 1999-2024 is $35.00
Contact Chris Bartsch to order on 0448 702 270
WORKSHOP PROGRAM 2025
Go to https://lp.tabor.edu.au/tabor-ascend for more information on the 2025 Workshops.
A Different Take On Professional Development
Tabor Ascend PD Workshops are different because they have been developed with flexible attendance options to allow you to decide what YOU want out of your PD.
Whether you are simply looking for quality Professional Development; seeking ways to develop your CV; or desire to work towards your Masters Degree, we have options to suit you.
Attendees can attend workshops for the purposes of:
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*Discounts are available for group bookings of 5 or more attendees **FEE-HELP available
About Tabor Ascend Program
- Workshop topics are selected based on community feedback to ensure real-world application.
- Designed to support the ongoing growth and development of those involved in education, counselling, chaplaincy, youth work, ministry, leadership, community services and the not-for-profit sector.
- Centre's on the provision of relevant, meaningful and practical PD.
Friday, 7 March 2025, 9am - 4pm | Teaching with AI: Practical AI Strategies for Year 7-12 Teachers
Thursday, 15th & 29th May 2025, 5:30pm - 8:30pm | When Faith Wounds: A Two Part Workshop on Understanding Spiritual Abuse & Religious Trauma and Mental Health & Faith
Friday, 7 March 2025, 9am - 4pm |Working with Difficult People: Mastering Difficult Conversations and Responding to Tricky Personalities
Friday, 8 August 2025, 9am - 4pm | Defending the Faith: Equipping Individuals for Effective Apologetics
Saturday, 8 November 2025, 9am - 4pm | Embracing Creativity in Spirituality: A Spiritual Retreat Day
Young Adults, you are invited to join with other enthusiastic young adults for the annual RENEW Camp to be held 7th – 9th February 2025 at Dzintari (a magnificent campsite with great views of the ocean near Normanville).
- Registrations are open. Go to www.blueprintministries.org.au/camps/renew
We are so excited to be only two months out from the 2025 Live to Love Conference with Heidi Baker, Leif Hetland, Katherine Ruonala, Will Hart, Mark Varughese, David Hall and Ally Dowling. Once again, we will unite at the Adelaide Convention Centre, this time in a much bigger room and market hall to accommodate up to 3000 people.
We invite you to join us on the weekend of the 23 - 25 January at Adelaide Convention Centre for the Live to Love Conference.
In times of immense pressure and change in our social landscape, unity, and understanding are increasingly paramount. We honour and value your service to communities, and want to see you experience both refreshing from Heaven and encouragement through fellowship.
We have attached our flyer with the event link, QR code and other information for you and your Church family. We would love to see you all there and to share this great news.
https://www.livetolove.com.au/events
Please feel free to forward this email and attachment to other Churches, kingdom entrepreneurs, businesses or organisations who may also be interested in this Conference.
We believe one touch from the Father changes everything, so we want to bring people of all streams of Christian faith together to unite under the banner of His love, to pray for our Adelaide, South Australia, and our nation, petitioning Heaven for a move of God to transform hearts, families, and the world.
LIVE TO LOVE BUSINESS & FAMILY
We believe that no matter what sphere of influence in society God has placed us, we are all positioned to bring the love of God to the world.
Have a blessed new year, and we hope to see you in January at Live to Love!
Blessings,
The Live to Love Team
See attached information form YoungLife Barossa
Christmas message from Bishop Andrew attached.
COME & CELEBRATE WITH US
4.30pm Sunday 15 December
* Decorate the Christmas Tree, followed by community tea
4.45pm Tuesday 24 December
* Family Christmas Eve Service. Children are encouraged to come dressed as angels & shepherds to join the Christmas Story. Extra costumes are available.
9am Sunday 29 December
* Christmas Lessons & Carols service at Bethany, combined with Tabor