june 2015 Hello and welcome to The Pentecostals of Sydney where you can experience new life in Christ! When we consider salvation, we often think in terms of the spiritual component of our beings. It is true that our spirits are the eternal part of who we are. As such this has often led many Christians to place importance on only that aspect at the neglect of the other parts of our lives. However, the Apostle Paul insightfully encourages us in 1 Thessalonian 5:23, “And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” We are admonished to not only have our spiritual nature preserved and whole but also our soul and body. The body obviously is our physical make up. We need to ensure that we care for our bodies as temples of the Holy Ghost, belonging to God. We must not abuse our bodies with substances such as nicotine and other drugs but also with unhealthy habits such as lack of sleep and unhealthy diets, etc.
done so for some time, yet their emotional maturity may have not been developed. This is the reason why many Christians struggle in their journey and are the cause of others being hurt and offended – because their emotional immaturity makes them incapable of treating others with kindness and respect. There are some who may have been in church for a long time but due to undealt issues of insecurity, fear of rejection, resentment or whatever emotional debilitation, continue to struggle with their sense of contentment and affect others. Hebrews 12:15 tells us: “….lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;” Take action in every aspect of your being to find wholeness, or maturity, in Christ and in spirit, soul and body.! ! God bless you,!
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Pastor Stan Harvey
We must also not neglect our soul-ish functions such as our emotions, mind and will. There are many believers who have experienced a spiritual awakening, and have
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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!
Special Guest Speaker Rev Rodney Shaw Sun, 7 June 2015 PM service only We are blessed to have the Guest Speaker of the UPCA Ministers & Leaders Retreat ministering at our church. Rev Rodney Shaw is the Pastor of New Life Church in Austin, Texas USA. He holds a master's degree in theological studies from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary and is a graduate of Texas Bible College. He is a wonderful minister of the Word of God and has preached throughout the world. You will not want to miss this service!
WOW31 “The Best Yes” Sat, 13 June 2015 11am - 1pm $15 per person (Lunch provided) The decisions you make determine the schedule you keep. The schedule you keep determines the life you live. And the life you live determines how you will spend your soul.
In a society that demands so much of our time and resources, let’s learn to find our “best yes”. Join WOW31 as they discuss how ladies can find ‘The Best Yes’. Register today!
UpRising Conference 10 - 12 July 2015
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 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.
Join us at The Pentecostals of Sydney as ReWired Youth presents UpRising Conference 2015. This is going to be an incredible weekend of services.
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.
Come and be a part of a movement of young people who are rebelling against the cultural and generational expectations of today's society and living out the destiny that God has for them!
Our website: www.pentecostalsofsydney.com
Be not conformed... Be ye transformed! Guest Speaker Rev David McGovern is a tremendous preacher that has ministered at youth events all over the world. He currently serves as the Pastor of Angeles Church in Glendale, California USA.
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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“Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be preserved complete, without blame at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” - 1 Thess 5:23 (NASB)
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Church Prayer 7:30pm
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Queen’s Birthday Holiday
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Midweek Service 7:30pm
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
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WOW31 The Best Yes 11am - 1pm
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Fijian Service Prayer 6:30pm
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Women of Prayer 5pm
Guest Speaker Rev Rodney Shaw - PM
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Chinese Class AM service
Fijian Service 3pm
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
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Men’s Prayer 8am - 10am
WOW31 Fundraiser
ReWired Youth 7:30pm Church Prayer 7:30pm School Term Ends
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:
Bankstown
Glenwood
Villawood
Belmore
Horningsea Park
Wentworthville
Campbelltown
Liverpool
Campsie
Moorebank
Castle Hill
Oatley
City
Redfern
Earlwood
Roselands
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!
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!
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.
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.
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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.
THE PENTECOSTALS OF SYDNEY
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