Evening with the Author at Nuriootpa Library
Friday 8 November 2024 5:45 PM - 7:30 PM at Barossa Library, 43-51 Tanunda Road, Nuriootpa South Australia 5355. Light supper with tea/coffee provided.
Join us for an evening with local author Andy Thurlow as we celebrate the recent launch of his new novel 'Painting Martha', the story of an adoptee and her search for her biological family. And hear about his other books – ‘Kieran Modra: The Way I See It’ and ‘A Singular and Outrageous Blessing: The Story of Rolph and Margaret Mayer’ - how they came to be. Hear firsthand how Andy's ideas evolved from initial inspiration to fully formed stories, as well as the personal experiences that have shaped his writing.
The evening will feature a mix of engaging discussions, insightful readings (by Marley) from his latest work, and a Q&A session where the audience can interact directly with Andy. Whether you’re a longtime reader or new to his books, this event promises to be a delightful exploration of the art of storytelling.
To book go to https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1301164
Movie Title “Luther”. 3rd November 2024, 7pm at Holy Trinity Church Hall Nuriootpa
$5 entrance fee includes Popcorn / Drink
In 16th century Germany, Martin Luther abandons his law studies to become an Augustinian priest and theologian, under the mentorship of Fr Johann Von Staupitz.
He becomes disillusioned by the established practice of Catholic hierarchy selling so-called sacred relics indulgences - promise of God’s forgiveness and time off their purgatory - for cash to the poor.
He nails his 95-point thesis to the cathedral door in Wittenberg, which is seen as a heretical act and challenge to Rome’s Papal authority.
When he refuses to recant, he is excommunicated, and Germany explodes in religious violence. ! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Members of Southern Barossa Lutheran Churches
You are invited to join us in Bethany’s 2025 Step Back in Time during Vintage Festival week.
Thursday 31st October at 7:30pm - Initial Planning meeting for Volunteers / Team Leaders in the Bethany Church Hall,
Discussing new dates in 2025, Goals, and legal Checklists, to make it another great local heritage event.
Convenor: Anna Schrapel m: 0409 429 507
Email: anna.schrapel@bethanienvineyards.com.au
We hold an amazing few days of sharing our early Barossa German history, culture, and heritage with the wider community, which is an excellent time to reach out.
We are seeking Volunteer Workers, Supporters, and Team Leaders to assist us for 2025 and have extended the umbrella across the Southern Barossa Lutheran Churches and community.
The Bethany Lutheran Church complex is our ideal venue for old fashioned children’s games, light lunches, and Devonshire teas, organ recitals, Bethany village, School, and Church history displays, Heritage videos, noodle making, animals, butter making, BV Machinery & Preservation Society displays, hands on rope making experience, old tractors and early farm implements, as well as young animals, honey biscuit decorating, and much more.
We seek and welcome innovative ideas and your involvement.
Worship Services Sunday, 27 October 2024
Bethany 10.30am HC with Pastor Peter Hartwich
Grace St John’s 9:00am HC Children’s Service with Pastor Mark Kleemann
Langmeil No Services
Lyndoch 10.30 HC with Pastor Graham Jenke
Tabor 9:00am HC with Pastor Peter Hartwich
Bible Readings
First Reading: Job 42:1-6, 10-17 The Lord restores Job or
Jeremiah 31:7-9 The Lord will save a remnant of Israel
Psalm 34:1-8, (19-22) or Psalm 126
Second Reading: Hebrews 7:23-28 Jesus is a priest forever
Gospel: Mark 10:46-52 Jesus heals a blind man
Relationships Australia Ikigai Barossa Support Group - Wednesday 30th October then fortnightly, 1pm to 2.30pm at the Christian Community Hub, Tanunda.
Aims to provide a safe place to explore a ranch of issues that may impact your wellbeing.
For more information contact Joan at 0400 624 103 or email j.gornall@rasa.org.au
GENERAL CONVENTION OF SYNOD 2024 Popular Report
Almost 380 lay and pastor delegates, along with church officials and staff, and almost 150 volunteers, met at Concordia College in Highgate, SA, from 4 to 7 October for the 21st Regular Convention of General Synod.
For your information the Synod Popular Report is attached.
In a message to the church, Bishop Paul encourages us to pause and reflect on the decisions made at the October 21st Regular Convention of General Synod, particularly regarding the resolution on ordination:
'I commend to you this time following our Convention as a time to pause: to pray and to listen; to listen to each other and to listen to the voice of our Good Shepherd.' Bishop Paul also emphasises the importance of finding 'liminal spaces' in our lives as Christians.
These spaces, he explains, are like doorsteps that enable us to move through things required for the next place.
Attached is the Bishop's prayer which includes two prayers for the church.
HELP SPREAD THE GOSPEL IN TAIWAN
Rev Dr Michael Lockwood will be visiting the Barossa this Sunday, October 20th, participating in the Grace (St John’s) 9am service, and giving a presentation afterwards in the hall over a cuppa (approx. 10.20am start).
Everyone is welcome to attend the service or presentation or both. We’d love to see a great crowd to hear of his mission work in Taiwan with China Lutheran Seminary.
For the latest newsletter and how you can support this work CLICK HERE There will be opportunity to support his work in several ways, with a freewill donation on the day, and please also support this work with your prayers - for the spread of the Gospel in Taiwan, China, and throughout the Mandarin speaking world. Opportunity also exists to join Rev Lockwood for a small group lunch on the 20th. If you are interested please contact Jeanette Marschall 0403 104 633 jeanette@groomwines.com to book a spot.
Nuri High Breakfast Club:
Find us every Wednesday morning 8-8:45am serving pancakes outside Open Space.
Faith Breakfast Club:
Find us every Thursday morning from 8-9am serving pancakes. We would love to see you, chat to you and bond over your favourite pancake toppings. See you there J
Faith Lunchtime Club:
Got nothing to do at lunchtime? Well come and join us on Thursday lunchtimes down in the Retreat for a milo, sweet treat and some God chats. We can’t wait to see you there J
Young Life Cans & Bottle Run
The Young Life Barossa team will be rallying together on November 30th to collect local Cans + Bottle donations to raise funds that support us in taking local Barossa young people on the annual Young Life Australia national Summer Camp in Jindabyne NSW.
We are calling out to anyone who has a stash of cans and bottles that they haven’t had the chance to take to the recycling plant. We would love to take these off your hands! If you are keen to support us in this venture of supporting young people in our local community, then please get in contact with Anneka Wilksch at annekawilksch@younglife.org.au to organise a collection of your donations on the morning of November 30th.
Summer Camp:
Our favourite annual Summer Camp for Young Life Australia is quickly approaching, and we couldn’t be more excited!
Young people in years 7-12, you are invited to Young Life Summer Camp from the 12th-18th of January 2025. A week-long adventure in Jindabyne NSW connecting with young people from Young Life communities all across Australia. There is something for everyone and a whole lot to love about Summer Camp.
Find more information here: https://younglife.org.au/summercamp/
There are early bird registration costs until the end of November, so if you can hear the fun calling you, act on it quickly to ensure early bird prices!
Perhaps you are not a young person but would still love to support this amazing event – would you like to volunteer, sponsor a young person perhaps? If you are interested in being involved in our 2025 Summer Camp, please reach out to Sophie Wilksch for further information.
Gap Year:
Are you 18-25 years of age and looking for something to do next year that brings you challenge, adventure, community and a sense of purpose? Then we have just the solution for you. Young Life Gap Year is a year-long program designed to provide opportunities to serve in the local Young Life ministry, with added 2 x weekly discipleship sessions, training and adventures.
When: Options to start in January or July 2025 - we are doing rolling cohorts at the moment, with some people choosing to do 1 semester or the full year
Time Commitment: Part time ministry focus, so opportunities for part time work or accredited study the rest of the week
There is flexibility in where you study this course also. You can choose to study locally or afield in Armidale NSW – the opportunities await you.
Cost: Full year costs $14,999 - but there is time in the schedule to work and pay it off as you go
Have you been itching to try something new? Why not consider giving a year to God and letting Him take the lead.
For more information visit our website Young Life Gap Year - Discipleship Journey or get in touch with Sophie Wilksch.
Want to know more about Young Life Barossa?
Find us at https://younglife.org.au/barossa/or reach out to Sophie Wilksch our local area Coordinator.