NOTICES:
Fr Philip Bradford and his family wish you all a happy and holy Christmas.
Stay safe, drive carefully, and let’s all look to make 2026 a year full of joy and healing. |
A very big thank you to all those who have contributed money for flowers and gifts to the nursing home this Christmas. Also, to our fabulous flower arrangers.
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The Parish Office and the OpShop are now closed for the holidays: The Office reopens on the 5th January 2026 and the OpShop reopens on 6th January 2026.
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Wednesday 31st December 2025 — The 10.30am service has been cancelled.
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Weekly Intercessions for our Community:
Monday: John Reimer; Matilda Rinker; Grahame Sadler; Rajah Selvarajah & Greg.
Tuesday: Peter Seymour; Andy Serafin & Colin Spokes; and Louisa Silverman.
Wednesday: Laurel & Ray Sommer; Karlene Thompson; Christine Thurley & Troy.
Thursday: Stuart Veitch, Jo Burton & Laurence; Janet Walmsley; Noel Waugh.
Friday: We pray for pastoral care ministry teams at all Hospitals and all those who are ministered to.
Saturday: Almighty God, we pray for those in areas of conflict. We pray for healing and good medical care for those who have been injured. For those who have lost homes and possessions, please meet their daily needs for food, clean water and shelter and comfort those who mourn the loss of loved ones. And bless all who are helping those impacted. Amen.
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Prayers for the sick: Christine Thurley; Donald Thomas; Andy Serafin; John Bowen (Priest); Alex Regos; Rick Perram; Sarah, Paul, Emma, & Michael; John Parker; Kim McLoughrey; Graham Dagg; Charlotte Dolby; Claire Burgess; Steven Solomonides, Arabella Ross; Charlie; Heather Chaffo; and Diana Wayland.
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Anniversaries of the Departed: Adrien Archinal; Ada Ferris; Nellie Potts; and Leigh Cunneen.
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Long Term Pastoral Prayer list: Janet Walmsley; Lyn Carrington; Simone Crowther; Karen Steiner-Hill; Christine Kondratenko; Margaret Chiew; Ray Sommer; John Hardy; Marissa & Meg Maack, Jude, Isla, & Al Donnell; Noel Jeffs; Michael Aiken; and
Mel McKimmie.
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Readings for Next Sunday – First Sunday After Christmas
First Reading: Isaiah 63.7–9 Psalm: 148
Second Reading: Hebrews 2.10–18 Gospel: Matthew 2.13–23
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Christmas Services
SUNDAY 28th Dec – 9.30am First Sunday after Christmas
SUNDAY 4th Jan – 9.30am Epiphany of Our Lord
Fr Philip Bradford and his family wish you all a happy and holy Christmas.
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