A Note from Fr Keith – Epiphany 7A and 8A

There are a number of important occasions over the next few weeks which will be important steps on our journey together. First, there is the ordination of Carl Lanham to the Diaconate on 24 February. The word “Deacon” comes from the Greek word diakonos, meaning “servant”- literally the man or woman serving at the table. This reminds us that the most important ordained ministry is that of service, and that all of us are called to serve each other.

In March there will be Special General Meetings to wind up the affairs of the old separate parishes, followed by an Annual General Meeting for the new parish. At the AGM we will elect a new Parish Council; we also will move forward in consolidating the administration of the new Parish. Please take a full part in these meetings and let your voice be heard.

On 10th April we celebrate the Centenary of the consecration of Christ Church, Mount Vincent. This will be an ideal opportunity for all of us to come together again, not for meetings but to share time, food and fun with each other; and to give thanks for the last hundred years and to pray for the next century together.

Autumn promises to be a busy time: in the same period we also have the Nostalgia Festival, a State Election, Easter, and Anzac Day! In all of this, may our service to each other and to our community be a strong witness to the light of Christ and a blessing to all in our community.

However, if we put the love of Christ into practice we will deal constructively with any difficulties, and continue to be a light to each other and to our communities.