may 2015 Hello and welcome to The Pentecostals of Sydney where you can experience new life in Christ! The Day of Pentecost signaled the inauguration of the Church of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles. After Christ had ascended to heaven, his disciples waited in earnest for the promise of the Holy Spirit that would bring empowerment, comfort and guidance. Sure enough, on that God-ordained day, after ten days of tarrying in prayer, the Spirit of God burst dramatically into the Upper room, filling all that were present with his Spirit. This experience was so energizing to the once timid disciples that the immediate consequence of their Spiritinfilling was that it be taken outside the upper room. Others in the city heard of, and witnessed, this incredible phenomenon of speaking in tongues and prophesying. After the emboldened Peter preached the first Pentecostal sermon, 3,000 souls were converted receiving the same experience. The Church was born in a dynamic, powerful and supernatural manner nearly two thousand years ago. But there is absolutely no reason why the Church of the Living God could not experience the same divine intervention. But on the contrary, I believe that this Pentecostal experience and Apostolic message is to be expected and a characteristic of the true Church of Jesus Christ. We must pray not only for Pentecost revisited but Pentecost exceeded. Before His return, in order to reach 7 billion
people on this planet, the challenge is for the Church to tarry in prayer, fasting with desire and unity of the Body of Christ to see this come to pass in a greater measure. We are seeing pockets of unprecedented revival all over the world but we need more of it, in every corner of the globe. The word ‘Pentecost’ simply means fiftieth as it was fifty days after Passover. It also coincided with both the Jewish ‘Feast of Weeks’ and ‘Feast of Harvest.’ One commemorated the giving of the law through Moses and the other signified the first fruits of the harvest of crops. Similarly, Pentecost initiated the New Testament harvest of souls with the ‘first-fruits’ being filled with the Spirit of God and the revelation of the plan of salvation in Acts 2:38. This being: Repentance, Baptism in the name of Jesus Christ and the infilling of the Holy Spirit. We need both the Pentecostal experience and the Apostolic message that ensures we have the same experience and the same doctrine as that of the Apostles of Jesus. And if it was good enough for Peter, Paul, James, John and the other disciples, then it is good enough for me. Pentecost is not just another denomination in the world, neither is it an imitation of the Christian church but as far as the Word of God is concerned, it is THE Church of Jesus Christ. Be a part of it today
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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!
Mother’s Day Weekend 9 - 10 May 2015 Mother’s Day High Tea Saturday, 9 May 2015 11am - 1pm at the POS We will be having a high tea for mothers and daughters at the POS. It will be $15 per adult and $10 per child. Space is limited so please register as soon as possible. Mother’s Day Service Sunday, 10 May 2015 10:00am Mother’s Day is always a special day at the POS. It is a time to honour our mothers for all the love and support that they show us. The morning service will be set aside on Mother’s Day to do just that. We hope to see you and your mother there!
WOW31 “Made To Crave” 6 Week Bible Study Thursdays at the POS The Made to Crave Bible Study will give women of all ages Biblical encouragement for both
their physical and spiritual journey as well as healthy tips for their everyday lives. If you would like more information please see Sis. Robyn or Sis. Petra.
Family Sunday Sunday, 31 May 2015 10:00am service 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!
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. 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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“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”” - Acts 1:8 (NKJV)
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Women of Prayer 5pm
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
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Mother’s Day
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Mother’s Day High Tea
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
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Home Groups
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Bible College
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Music Practice
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WOW31 Made to Crave 7 - 8pm
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Home Groups
Church Prayer 7:30pm
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Fijian Service 3pm
Chinese Class AM service
Music Practice
Fijian Service Prayer 6:30pm Ladies Prayer 7:30pm
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
WOW31 Made to Crave 7 - 8pm
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Church Prayer 7:30pm
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
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WOW31 Fundraiser
Chinese Class AM service
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Home Groups
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Family Sunday 10am only
Bible College
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Men’s Picnic Day
Music Practice
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ReWired Youth 7:30pm
WOW31 Made to Crave 7 - 8pm
WOW31 Made to Crave 7 - 8pm
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Bible College
Church Prayer 7:30pm
Music Practice
Midweek Service 7:30pm Church Prayer 7:30pm
Church Prayer 7:30pm
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
24-26 HARP STREET CAMPSIE, NSW 2194 PH: 02 9718 8086 FAX: 02 9718 2679 WWW.PENTECOSTALSOFSYDNEY.COM