It’s Ladies Growth Groups this week! Your LG leader will have all the details you need.
The 31st of October (today!) has something way better than candy and costumes in store. It’s Reformation Day!
Below are a few resources to help each of us understand, appreciate, and thank God for the Protestant Reformation.
The History of the Reformation by R.C. Sproul — an article giving you a historical overview of the Reformation.
The Very Heart of the Reformation by R.C. Sproul — this article answers the question: what controversy sparked the Reformation?
The Story of Martin Luther — a short, kid-friendly animated film surveying the life of Martin Luther.
Luther: The Life and Legacy of the German Reformer — a full documentary on Luther produced by Ligonier.
Why Do We Celebrate the Protestant Reformation? by John Piper at Desiring God — Piper’s 5 God-centered reasons he rejoices in the Reformation.
We will be starting a Mission Book Club, going through the book “Mere Evangelism” by Randy Newman over a course of 3 weeks.
What: Reading through and discussing the book “Mere Evangelism”
When: Sundays 2:30-3:30pm | 19th Nov, 26th Nov, 3rd December
Where: The Songs’ House
If you are interested in joining in, please contact Richard (richard@sgparra.org.au).
The 7th Issue of the Sovereign Grace Journal has recently been released. The articles, written by pastors from Sovereign Grace Churches around the world, centre around the topic of Church Partnership, which is one of Sovereign Grace Church’s Seven Shared Values.
Our Pastor, Riley Spring, has contributed to the journal with an article titled: “What Does Partnership Mean for Church Members?”
We encourage you to have a read and pray that this resource is a blessing to you!
Please save the date for the upcoming SG Parra Men’s Social:
Saturday, 25th November
Afternoon/Evening
More details to come soon!
Our SG Parra Women’s Social is coming up! We are holding a wreath-making event in the lead up to Christmas and we hope that this would be a great event to invite our friends and family as an outreach opportunity.
When: 7:30-9:30PM, Friday 8th December
Where: 27 Iron St, North Parramatta
What: Wreath Making (all materials provided) + supper
Cost: $15pp (shout a friend to come along!)
RSVP: admin@sgparra.org.au
We hope you can make it!
Guys Growth Groups are on this week! Your LG leaders will let you know all the details.
Along with all our SG Philippines visitors, we will also have Dave Taylor, Pastor of our sister Church Sovereign Grace Church Wahroonga joining us to preach for us! Dave also serves on the SGC Leadership Team looking after Global Missions. What a joy to have Dave , Emma and the family with us!
We had a great first week at our new venue on Sunday! We’re so grateful to the Lord for His kind provision and look forward to many more Sundays here!
If you are looking for a church in the Parramatta area, we are meeting at:
Parramatta East Public School (Gaggin St., North Parramatta)
every Sunday | 9:30 am for coffee | 10am for the service + SG Kids
Alpha will be beginning this Thursday night at the Springs’ house! It is not too late to invite someone along! If you know of someone who is keen to join, please contact Riley (rs@sgparra.org.au).
Alpha Details
When: 7PM, Thursdays - 26th Oct & 2nd, 9th, 23rd, 30th Nov.
Where: The Springs’ home in Northmead
What: Dinner will be served 7.15pm (this week = El Jannah!)
Who: For anyone who is investigating Christianity OR if you are new or need a refresher. If you are bringing a friend you are welcome to come too!
Alpha Prayer on Zoom
Whilst Alpha is happening, there will also be an opportunity to pray for the participants and for Riley and Maddie who will be facilitating the course. We truly believe that prayer is a crucial component of the Alpha Course as we rely on the Lord to change hearts, and so we would like to invite you along to pray with us on Zoom at 7:30pm on each of the nights that Alpha will be running (see dates above).
Your life group leader will be sending you the Zoom link this week. We look forward to seeing you there!