At His Ascension Jesus told the disciples, firstly what they would be and secondly, what they would do. They would be witnesses, those who having seen the event and the person could testify accordingly. But secondly they were called to do something. They were called to “Make disciples.” Down through history this latter aspect has become known as discipleship. What is a disciple? A disciple is a student, an apprentice, someone who studies under a given teacher, learning from them and becoming like them. That’s why we talk of the 12 “disciples!” Every follower of Jesus is called into this lifestyle - of learning from and becoming like Jesus. In our case we don’t have the pleasure of Jesus’ literal presence to do that, but we do have the Holy Spirit, who, as Jesus told us, teaches us “all things concerning Him”. There are numbers of ways this occurs. Through sermons, through reading, through bible study – both personal and collective. In this latter context, small groups are really important. Discipleship is a life style we are all called to and which operates for the whole of our life – until the day we see Jesus “face to face,” as John puts it. Then, and only then, will it be complete.

Priest in charge: Rev Sue Bluett Locum: Rev Chris Rosen Locum: Rev Richard Temby Admin: Jaqueline Hendrey

Our Mission Statement: Giving thanks to God, we

SHINE as a light with the

love of Jesus and bring glory to God by declaring it to all

the world. Matthew 5: 14-16

Sunday 14 October 2018 There is no one who has left house or

brothers or sisters or mother or father or children or fields, for Jesus

sake, who will not receive a hundredfold now in this age, with

persecutions, and in the age to come eternal life. Mark 10.29-30

Contact Us: Office: 9772 1251 parishadmin@longbeachanglicans.org.au Sue Bluett: 0433 024 626 suzannejbluett@gmail.com www.longbeachanglicans.org.au Richard Temby: 0458 311 600 temby@bigpond.net.au Chris Rosen: 0412 484 468 chrissy.rosen@gmail.com

Student Minister coming for two months Jackline James (yes, another Jaqueline in the office) who will be ordained next year in Malaysia, has offered to do a placement at the Longbeach Parish during the months of November and December. The Parish are encouraged to host her and take her on trips around Vic-

toria (Phillip Island, penguins, Dan-

denongs, Puffing Billy—are just a

few suggestions) on her days off. If

you are willing to have her stay

with you, have her for meals, or

take her on day trips then please

let Sue know.

Chelsea Band Trivia Afternoon... ...1:30pm on Sunday November 18

The Chelsea Band have kindly offered to come and perform for another

fundraising event. This will come with a difference as they will be mak-

ing it into a music trivia event. Please put this date into your diary and

come and enjoy great music and fun company.

APM October 14—Annual Parish Meeting reports due

November 11—Annual Parish Meeting 12:30pm @ St Chad’s

If you wish to be a Warden or serve on the Parish Council or Incumbency Committee nomination forms are at the back of both churches.

Forms must be returned to the office by 10am Friday November 2.

Electoral Roll The electoral roll committee met on Thursday October 11 to review the electoral roll. If you would like to be on the electoral roll (you need to be on the roll to vote at the APM) please complete one of the forms at

the back of the church.

Prayer Chain requests—Christine Taylor 0407 725 692. Ongoing prayer—Write requests on the intercession sheet at the back of the church. Pastoral care—Sue Bluett 0433 024 626 Prayer during the service—In the chapel during communion or after church Prayer has been requested for: Alan, Jenny, Pauline, Karen, Deborah, Isla, Judith & David, Pat & Norman, Ron Thomas & family, Michael, Anne, Rachel, Sharon, Rod & Gail, Julie, Phil, Amy, Jeff, Kim, Kevin, Michael, Pat

Please pray for our Synod Reps Please pray for Sue and the Synod Reps (Keith and Anthea) as Synod begins on Wednesday 17 and goes through to Saturday 21. Pray that they will discern wisely and have the grace to hear the issues raised from a Godly perspective and the wisdom to vote accordingly.

Prayer of the Day Merciful God, in your Son you call not the righteous but sinners to re-pentance: draw us away from the easy road that leads to destruction, and guide us into paths that lead to life abundant, that in seeking your truth, and obeying your will, we may know the joy of being with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen

Cup Eve Celebrations Come and join us for Cup Eve Dinner -

When: November 5 at 6.30pm at St Chad’s. Cost: adults - $15.00, children, $10.00

family - $40.00. Dress up in your racing best. Champagne to be

provided. BYO other drinks. Chicken, salads, cakes, fruit, coffee and tea provided.

Raffle (prizes needed if you can donate), hat pa-rade, race call.

Tickets available from Kate at St Aidan’s and Jan at St Chad’s.

Pantry 5000 Food of the Week Breakfast cereal

Crockery Sale The crockery sale at St Aidan’s last week-

end raised $730. Thank you to every-one who supported the sale. This is a

great effort.

The Anglican Overseas Aid Appeal ...to Assist Indonesia

On Friday 28 September an earthquake and tsunami affected areas of Indonesia and many were killed or displaced and are in need of support and resources. The disaster has put the area in a state of crisis. The people affected find themselves in a desperate situation with immediate needs of food, safe shelter, basic health services and safe drinking water and sanitation. This is particularly the case for the elderly, children, pregnant women, and those living with a disability. Donations will bring immediate relief to those suffering from this disaster. If you would like to find out more or would like to donate to this emergency appeal please visit https://anglican overseas aid.org.au/Indonesia-tsunami/

News from S I am THANKFUL for: • Growth in language and cultural understandings. I'm thankful for the patience and kindness of language teachers, colleagues, neighbours, friends, and strangers who interact, guide, nurture, push, and encourage me in these areas. • A successful visa run and a refreshing mini holiday at the end of September. It's great to be home again with a new visa! • Local believers' deep trust in the Father within the persecution, discrimination, and tragedies, as well as in the joys. Gathering with and learning from local brothers and sisters is deeply enriching and encour-aging. They are shining like stars! I am HOPING for: • A safe delivery of my language helper and her husband's first child • Safe travels, protection and building of trusting relationships dur-ing our education and language project. Give thanks for this incredible opportunity! • Wisdom, ideas, and good team relationships as I have recently joined the Executive Team at the language school. This includes training national teachers, working with clients, and developing/reviewing cur-riculum, programmes & policies etc.

Children’s Christmas Party There will be a Parish children’s and family Christmas party at the home of Bernard and Jaqueline Hendrey on Sunday December 2 after the family service. If you have children or grandchildren we would love you to come so please put this date in your diary. We will have invitations for you next week.

Christmas Services Sunday 23 December 10 am Combined Service (Nine lessons and carols) @ St Chad’s Monday 24 December 7.00 pm Family service @ St Chad’s 11.00 pm Holy Communion @ St Chad’s 11.00 pm Holy Communion @ St Aidan’s Tuesday 25 December 9.30 am Holy Communion @ St Chad’s 9.30 am Holy Communion @ St Aidan’s Sunday 30 December 10.00 am Combined Service @ St Aidan’s

Vision Sue is collating all of your helpful reflections on what you believe God is calling us to as a parish. The church leadership will continue to work on producing a document for you to peruse and pray about over the next few months. We would like to thank you for the time you have spent in prayer regarding this and for taking the time to talk this through both individually and in groups.

Baptism Follow-Up need cards. We currently send cards on the anniversary of a baptism for the following seven years. That requires a lot of cards and stamps. If you are able to help out with a donation of cards or stamps please hand to Natalie at St Chad’s or Elisabeth Crombie at St Aidan’s. Thank you.

Christmas Child boxes This year we contributed 138 boxes to Operation Christmas Child. This is

a fantastic effort so many thanks to all those who filled boxes with a little bit of Christmas Joy for children who would otherwise not

receive anything.

Changes to Access at St Aidan’s and St Chad’s Over the past few months, the Parish Council has discussed the need to change the way we administer keys. With volunteers losing keys and the cost of replacing all of them each time this happened, it was decided to put a new system in place. Boxes with codes have been placed on the outside of the Church (one for Church and another for the hall). Instruc-tions of how to use these will be communicated and the combinations will change on a monthly basis. At St Chad’s, the code box and the alarm will have the same combination. Don’t worry though, as this will not be put in place until November and those who need access will be given the appropriate codes. Those who have keys, will be asked to return theirs and they will be recorded against the key register we have. There will also be a change to the office door at St Chad’s. A combination lock will be installed and the code will be given to those who need to have access to this space.

Wanted Wanted Wanted Morning tea helpers are desperately needed for the 9:30am service at St

Chad’s on Sunday mornings. If you think you could help out once a month with this duty could you please talk to Sue, Jaqueline or

Marguerite. Thank you.

Mini Market on March 16 Over the past few months, the Parish Council have deliberated over

whether to hold another fete. It was decided that we could not manage

a large fete, but could downsize on what we have done and hold a Mini

Market instead. Natalie Allinson and a team will be overseeing this and

will be recruiting very soon.

World Community Day Service and Fellowship of the Least Coin

Chelsea Uniting Church Sherwood Avenue, Chelsea 1:30pm Monday 15 October

Theme: Women sharing open heartedly

SERVICES Tues Oct 16 11.30am St Chad’s, Lunch Church Thurs Oct 18 10.00am St Chad’s, Holy Communion Sun Oct 21 8:00am St Chad’s Holy Communion 9:30am St Chad’s Holy Communion 10:00am St Aidan’s Holy Communion THIS WEEK IN THE PARISH: Tues 16 11.30am Matt’s Place@St Chad’s (Community Meal) 11.30am Packing for Pantry 5000@St Aidan’s 6:00pm Alpha continues@St Chad’s Wed 17 9.30am Pantry 5000@St Aidan’s Wed 17 12:00pm Church prayer meeting@St Chad’s Fri 19 10:00am Patchwork group@St Chad’s

Oct 14 APM reports due

Oct 20 Alpha away day

Oct 28 5:00pm Tweens@St Chad’s **Note date has been changed**

Nov 5 6:30pm Cup eve fundraiser@St Chad’s

Nov 11 12:30pm APM@St Chad’s

Nov 18 1:30pm Chelsea Concert Band & Trivia afternoon

Nov 18 5:00pm Tweens@St Chad’s

Dec 2 Children’s Christmas Party

2019

Mar 19 Mini market

Offering Via Direct Debit Our bank details are:

Bank Name: Bendigo Bank Account Name: The Anglican Parish of Longbeach BSB No. 6 3 3— 0 0 0 Account No. 1 5 3 7 4 5 2 2 9