Last week, the Health and Community Chaplaincy Committee members and staff gathered at 156 Collins St for their annual Chaplains High Tea 2018. Also present were the GAV Moderator Rev John Stasse and the Kirkbrae Chaplaincy team, Rev Matt James and Mrs Janine Gear. HCCC Convener Rev Phil Court thanked all staff and committee members for their contributions during the …
Recommissioning of Motor Isaac Yat – ministry in Ethiopia
On Sunday, 14th of October, the congregation of Clayton Presbyterian Church had the privilege of recommissioning Motor [Isaac] Yat for his ministry in Ethiopia, serving the South Sudanese refugee community. It was a very blessed service with many people sharing in the time of prayer for Motor [Isaac] and the congregation being encouraged by the witness of support from the …
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF GOD’S GRACE
Sunday September 9 marked the 100th anniversary of St Andrews Presbyterian Church, Reservoir (RPC) with an all day celebration attracting more than 250 past and present members plus others who had a connection with RPC. The program included two services, one of which was live-streamed overseas, and a series of interviews with representatives from each decade, starting with the 1950’s. …
PYV Bonfire Night
On Friday Night (13th July), PYV (Presbyterian Youth Victoria) had their social event for the year. This year’s event was a Bonfire Night held at New Life Presbyterian Church in Officer where approximately 110 youth and leaders came together to eat delicious food, play games and hear a gospel talk by Rev Dave Martin. Dave spoke from Matthew 1 saying …
Ordination of Jesse Walz
On 1 July 2018, the North Western Presbytery had the pleasure of appointing and ordaining Jesse Walz to the appointment charge of Eaglehawk, near Bendigo in central Victoria. The service of worship commenced at 6:30 pm with the Presbytery Moderator, Rev Bruce Riding leading. Rev Dave Martin (from the New Life Presbyterian Church at Officer) preached the charge using as …
Health and Community Chaplaincy Committee (HCCC)’s 2018 Chaplains Service
The Health and Community Chaplaincy Committee’s annual Chaplains’ Service was held on Sunday, 1 July 2018, at St Stephens, Flemington Presbyterian. The service included the commissioning of the PCV’s new Pastoral Support Worker – Ministry Wives, Mrs Robyn Johnson. This annual service is also an opportunity for Chaplains associated with the HCCC to be re-commissioned for the year ahead. Rev …
Licensing and ordination of Nathan Runham – Chaplain, Australian Defence Force
On Friday, 29 June 2018, Eltham Presbyterian congregation was host for a special dual-focus night for the Presbytery of Melbourne North in recognising the ministry of Chaplain Nathan Runham. Don Elliott (moderator) led the service of licensing, and then ordination. Martin de Pyle preached for the occasion. We enjoyed an excellent ADF video presentation promoting Army Chaplaincy – “starring” our …
Ordination and Induction of Luke McSeveny
Rev Andrew Bray Presbytery Moderator On Friday, 1st June 2018 the Presbytery of Geelong conducted the Ordination and Induction of Luke McSeveny into the Parish of Geelong West. Because the Congregation lost its suite of buildings in April 2015 by arson with a rebuild in process, the Worship service was conducted in the North Geelong Presbyterian Church premises. It was …
Dedication and Commencement Service for Rev Chris Siriweera as Ministry Development Officer
FRIDAY 1 JUNE, at Surrey Hills – one of the best sides of the church was on display. For the induction of Rev Chris Siriweera (as our new Ministry Development Officer), nearly a full house was present and we enjoyed sweet fellowship, great singing and the preaching of God’s Word. Testimony was given of the congregational love and respect for …
WMV – State Conference 24 March 2018
On Saturday 24 March, over 125 women arrived from all over the state for our 3rd Women’s Ministries Victoria State Conference. The theme was Our Glorious God and our keynote speaker, Sheryl Sarkoezy from Sydney. Sheryl spoke from the book of Job, reminding us of God’s presence and care in suffering while helping us have a big picture of who …