A LETTER FROM THE PASTOR
The Time Is NOW Our theme for this year is ‘The Time is Now’ based out of Romans 13:11 - “And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed.” In this text the great Apostle is implying that the church could be in a sleep like state spiritually. In some ways, we can live our lives by being dictated to by our past, whether it’s in regret of our mistakes and failures or we are resting on our laurels by living only on yesterday’s victories. For some it may be that we are waiting for tomorrow; a better situation or the perfect opportunity to come before we do anything significant today. I want to urge the church this year, to make today count. That we must learn to live in the Now where we can live out God’s purposes and loving those close to us today, sharing our testimony to someone today, giving of our abundance today! Don’t let life pass you by with the attitude of just enduring work and ‘looking for a better tomorrow’ before you start really living today. I like what John Maxwell said that’s very profound:
“We over exaggerate yesterday, we over estimate tomorrow but we underestimate today.” Today is the day of salvation, no more procrastination or delay. We can do something for the Kingdom of God regardless of our situation now!
STANLEY & ROBYN HARVEY Senior Pastor of The Pentecostals of Sydney
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We pray that you have enjoyed your time with us and we would love to see you again at the POS!
LIFE STUDIES CONNECT
Life Studies are an enjoyable, non-threatening way to learn more about the Bible. We can meet with you in your home, our home, or a coffee shop. The studies are less than an hour but have the power to change your life. Contact one of our hosts if you would like to start a Life Study.
DISCIPLE MAKERS As part of the vision and theme of the POS we are inviting members to become Disciple Makers. If you interested in being involved in teaching Bible Studies and discipling at least one person in 2017 please speak to Br Greg or one of our Greeters.
CONNECT AT THE PENTECOSTALS OF SYDNEY KINGDOM ELEVATED YOUTH We understand that High School, Uni and Tafe are times of much change- Physical, Mental and even Spiritual. Whether you're the big man at school or the quiet one in the back of the class you have a place at Rewired Youth. Come along to a dynamic service on Friday nights at 7:30pm - with skits, games and a message aimed right at you, we guarantee you'll have a great time.
NEW LIFE JOURNEY We invite you to join NLJ; a teaching program conducted on Sunday mornings following worship. These classes will cover questions you may have about doctrine, why we worship the way we do, what God really has in store for your life and how God’s love for you can conquer all. These classes are very beneficial to your Christian walk, so take your first steps with Jesus today!
LIFEGROUPS These are groups that meet on Wednesdays all across Sydney. It is a great time of Biblical teaching, growing and spending time together. You will not want to miss out on these exciting new groups!
SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday school operates every Sunday morning following the worship service. We have classes that accommodate children from 4 to 12 years old. Classes are always fun and exciting so make sure your children are getting the most out of the their visit to the POS.
UPCOMING
At the beginning of each year all of our departments have a break from meeting. Here is a rundown of their start-up dates in 2016: 5 February - Sunday School, Chinese Class 7 February - Bible School 8 February - Life Group 10 February - KEY Youth
LIFE GROUP - TERM 1 Begins 8 February These are groups that meet at church and across Sydney covering a wide range of topics. In term 1, all of our groups are discussing ‘Being A Contagious Christian’. The groups will be meeting for 9 weeks.
UPCOMING HIGHLIGHT EVENTS 21 DAYS OF PRAYER & FASTING Mon, 6 - Sun, 26 February
This is a great way for you to learn and grow in many areas of your life, but also meet other members of the POS.
Sign up today for a group near you!
It’s that time of the year again, that we as a church engage in the powerful and essential activity of Prayer and Fasting. These two disciplines are vital for spiritual growth, breakthroughs against spiritual resistance and in getting aligned to God’s will. If you would like to join us (and we encourage you too!) or find out more information about it please pick up a 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting Guide that will be made available at the Welcome Desk.
UPCOMING IN FEBRUARY
CALENDAR
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
1
2
Communion Service 7:30pm
Music Practice
Friday 3
4
11
5
6
7
8
9
10
Sunday School, NLJ & Chinese Class begins
21 Days of Prayer & Fasting Begins
Bible School Begins
Life Group Term 1 begins
Music Practice
KEY Youth Opening Service 7:30pm
Women of Prayer- 5:30pm
Morning Prayer 6am—7am
10am & 6:30pm
Saturday
Men’s Prayer 7:30pm
Church Prayer 7:30pm 12
13
14
15
16
17
18
Chinese Class AM
Morning Prayer 6am—7am
Bible School
Life Group Term 1
Music Practice
KEY Youth 7:30pm
Fijian Prayer 6:00pm
Youth Fundraiser
Church Prayer 7:30pm
10am & 6:30pm
WOW31 Prayer 7:30pm
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Chinese Class AM
Morning Prayer 6am—7am
Bible School
Life Group Term 1
Music Practice
KEY Youth 7:30pm
Homeless Ministy
Youth Fundraiser
10am & 6:30pm
Wooloomooloo
Church Prayer 7:30pm
Church Prayer 7:30pm
Fijian Service 3:00pm 26
27
28
Baby Dedication 10am
Church Prayer 7:30pm
Bible School
Wow31 Fundraiser 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting ends
10am & 6:30pm