May 2016 Experience new life in Christ!
These are groups that meet on Wednesdays all across Sydney. Please see page 3 for more details about Life Groups and how to join one today. You will not want to miss out on these exciting new groups!
What You Do For Christ Will Last These last few weeks have been an unprecedented emotionally charged time for our Church as we laid to rest our much beloved Bishop Ted Slack. Our hearts were struck with great sadness at the realisation that a great era has officially ended and that Bishop will no longer be in our midst. Yet we rejoice in the knowledge that he was ushered into glory, receiving his reward for unwavering faithfulness. And so, as we have honoured him in the past week, we thank our Lord Jesus Christ for the blessings of having had him in our lives and we continue to honour this great man by taking heed to his teaching and life. One of the greatest lessons that I learned from his life was his humility. Br Slack sought not for riches, nor for fame, but lived simply and prudently within a very modest income. His heart was set for heavenly riches and God’s own reward of eternal significance. He lived out Christ’s teaching; “Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” Matt 6:19-21 He revealed where his treasure was, in the Kingdom of God. So often life in this world is driven by an incessant quest for gain and accomplishment. We can get caught up
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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 2016 please speak to Br Greg or one of our Greeters.
in this rat race and our purpose becomes influenced by the values of the world. Let me remind you that we can not take our money, cars, houses or toys with us when we die but only what you do for Christ will last. So, be a diligent worker, deposit regularly into your bank account in heaven, live your life unto Christ, not unto self, and your life may be profound, like that of our beloved Bishop.
- Pastor Stan Harvey
Mother’s Day Sunday, 8 May 2016 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!
Family Sunday
National Ladies Conference
Sunday, 5 June 2016 10:00am service only
22 - 24 July 2016 Stanwell Tops Conference Centre $160 per person
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. We moved Family Sunday from the final Sunday of May (29 May) to the 5th of June.
Every year the ladies of the churches in NSW and ACT get together for a weekend away of fun, fellowship and spiritual growth. It is always a tremendous time for our ladies and you will not want to miss out!
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!
The Conference is $160 per person for the entire weekend. The ladies will be taking registrations beginning 15 May. Guest Speaker: Sis Ginger Labat
THE PENTECOSTALS OF SYDNEY ONLINE There are many different ways to get connected with the POS online. The best way is by visiting our website (pentecostalsofsydney.com) but here are a few others: LIKE the Pentecostals of Sydney Facebook Page WATCH & LISTEN to sermons online by using The POS Podcast FOLLOW us on Twitter and Instagram @POSydney VISIT our YouTube Channel (POSydney) to enjoy shorter videos
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Life Group
New to the POS?
This year we have started a new small group initiative on Wednesday Nights that we are excited about, it is called Life Group.
Thank you for being our guest today. We are so delighted and privileged that you came! We would like to give you a small gift in appreciation for your visit. Please visit the Welcome Desk to pick up your gift.
These are groups that meet at church and across Sydney covering a wide range of topics. The groups will be meeting for 9 weeks and then there will be sign-ups for the next term that will include some different topics. Term 2 is concluding on 22 June.
We pray that you have enjoyed your time with us and we would love to see you again at the POS!
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 that you may not yet know. 3
The POS Store Here are a few items for sale in our store:
Edward J. Slack Collection Special Series - Bishop Slack
Fruitful In The Land of My Affliction
This is a sermon set that includes 14 of Bishop Slack’s sermons over the years. It was made to commemorate his 80th birthday. CD $20
by Jena Grech
This is a wonderful book written by our Assistant Pastor. It details how you can still be a blessing even when you are going through pain. $15
Turning Point 2015 Sam Emory & Chadwick King
Warriors of the King
Each year the POS hosts a conference called Turning Point. This year we were blessed by incredible ministry DVD $50 | CD $30
Sermon Series - Ps Stan Harvey
This is a series of 3 very inspiring sermons Pastor Stan preached on the warriors of King David. $15
New Life Journey
Kingdom Elevated Youth
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 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 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.
This is an incredibly safe system that allows you to give with your Credit Card 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.
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, nonthreatening 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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