january 2016 Hello and welcome to The Pentecostals of Sydney where you can experience new life in Christ!
A New Year There is perhaps no better way to begin the new year than being at General Conference with the rest of the Body of Christ in Australia. The ministry there was anointed and timely for the Church and we received much encouragement and direction. Plan to be at next year’s Conference in Melbourne. Not only is the new year marked by this great event but it’s also a time to regather and re-orient our lives. Perhaps for some, the year ended in a whimper and it felt like we barely dragged our tired and weary souls over the finish line. This is our opportunity to dust ourselves off and start again with our goals, spiritual disciplines and our commitments. There are three things that is important for us to revisit as we start this new year; our Foundation, our Priorities and our Direction. Our Foundation is comprised of the things that we hold to be of utmost importance in terms of our beliefs. The
belief in One God and the plan of salvation through repentance, Baptism in Jesus name and being filled with the Holy
Our Direction refers to our goals and vision. This is the ideal time to measure how you are travelling in the achievement
Ghost as well as living a righteous and holy life. Not only that, but we must also come to terms with our theology of who God is in our lives and who we are in Christ. We must remind ourselves about
of your goals both short and long term. If you were able to accomplish your goals from last year, it’s time to set new ones. Our vision should be firmly set in God’s vision for us and our Church. Goal setting
what is most important in this life and that is, ultimately, to ensure that we walk with God and bring as many souls as we can to salvation. “Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but
should never be underestimated because if ‘we aim at nothing then we will hit it every time’ and we accomplish nothing for the Lord. God has called us to be wise and faithful stewards of the treasures of
fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God; And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone;” Eph
truth that He has imparted to us, let us not bury it but cast it out in order to bring an increase. What is your vision for this year and what changes do you have to make to see it fulfilled and the things of God prioritised
2:19-20 Our Priorities means putting in order what is most vital in our lives. Prioritising God with our time, energy, emotions and resources is a Biblical command. “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” Matt 6:33 Let us make prayer, Bible reading, Church attendance, giving and other disciplines, it’s due attention and priority.
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in your life? We have a strong foundation and it’s time we built the rest of the building. May 2016 be filled with God’s peace and goodness in abundance for you.
God bless you, !
! ! Pastor Stan Harvey
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The POS Online There are many different ways to connect with the POS online. Here are a few: 1. The POS Blog We have designed a blog to keep you up-to-date with everything that is happening at the POS. If you subscribe to our blog you will be sent an email whenever there is a new post so you won't miss out on anything! 2. Social Media Nearly everybody has a Facebook page or Twitter account. We have found that it is a great way to keep people informed and connected throughout the week. Twitter - POSydney Facebook - The Pentecostals of Sydney
Midweek Services Wednesdays 7:30pm In the month of December and January we give our Home Group Leaders a break and we have services at the POS on Wednesdays instead of meeting in homes. It is a great night of worship and teaching of the Word of God.
Vision Sunday Sunday, 24 January 2016 10am & 6:30pm At the beginning of the year Pastor Stan casts his vision for the church in the coming year. While our vision as a church continues to be the ‘2020 Vision’ which is described on our website, Pastor gives us a focused theme for each year. Previous years have been ‘Magnanimous’ and ‘Higher’. If you consider yourself a part of this church you will not want to miss ‘Vision Sunday’. It will be an incredible Sunday in the house of the Lord!
Family Sunday Sunday, 31 January 2016 10am only When there are five Sundays in one month we combine Morning and Evening Worship. Family Sunday is designed to give you a rest as well as time with your family. Family Sunday is also a great chance for the whole POS to come together. We believe that the church is a family, we are all sons and daughters of God, so this will be a wonderful time for the POS "Family" to spend together in worship of our Lord and Saviour!
3. Podcast On our weekly podcast you will be able to watch and listen to sermons from past weeks as well as watch services LIVE online. 4. POSydney App The POSydney app is cool! You are able to connect to our Facebook, Blog, YouTube Channel, and Podcast. You can get directions to church and even watch our services LIVE within the app! It’s available on Android and iPhone. 5. YouTube Channel Want to share your experience at the POS with your friends? We have videos from many guest speakers as well as from our pastors. Enjoy songs from the POS Choir and ReWired Youth Choir.
Our website: www.pentecostalsofsydney.com
New to the POS? Thank you for being our guest today. We are so delighted and privileged that you came! We would like to give you a gift in appreciation for your visit. Please visit the Welcome Desk to pick up your gift.
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“Do not call to mind the former things, Or ponder things of the past. “Behold, I will do something new, Now it will spring forth; Will you not be aware of it? I will even make a roadway in the wilderness, Rivers in the desert." - Isaiah 43:18-19 (NASB)
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Home Groups These groups meet during the week in homes all across Sydney’s many suburbs. Here is a list of the suburbs we are currently holding groups:
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!
We Offer Services in Other Languages We are blessed at the POS to have a very multicultural church. Because of that we offer translating, services and Bible studies in different languages. Mandarin - Sunday -10am & 6:30pm Fijian - Third Sunday of the month- 3pm
Please speak to a volunteer at the Welcome Desk for more information and to join.
Bankstown
Glenwood
Villawood
Belmore
Horningsea Park
Wentworthville
Campbelltown
Liverpool
Campsie
Moorebank
Castle Hill
Oatley
City
Redfern
Earlwood
Roselands
ReWired 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. We would love to have you!
Pushpay Recently we introduced a new way to give using your credit card at the POS called Pushpay. This is an incredibly safe new system that allows you to give any time and anywhere using either the Pushpay App or our online Giving page. If you would like to give online today please scan the QR code and it will take you to a secure giving page.
If you would like to join the Home Group nearest you please see one of our friendly hosts and they will assist you.
Other Ministries: 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.
Life Studies 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.
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