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Moderator
Rev. Toby McIntosh
0428 862 962
Minister
Rev. John Brennan
(03) 5334 2199

MORE ABOUT US

ABOUT US

We are a parish made up of 2 congregations - Scots in Ballarat North and Smeaton Presbyterian.

Our Mission:
  • To share our Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ, with others, so that we all grow in the wisdom, knowledge and love of Christ.
  • To live godly lives, bound together into a family by His love.
  • To teach Biblical truth.
Our Vision:
  • To be a place where people seeking a more purposeful and fulfilling way of life may find peace, joy and rest.
  • To be a place of welcome and nurture for people of all ages, backgrounds and nationalities who wish to follow Christ, the Son of God.

FROM THE MINISTER

More Than He Bargained For

|   Posted:
13th May '24

Of the many miracles which took place in the Early Church, Luke chooses this one - a man who was crippled from birth.

His friends carried him each day to the Temple Gate, where he begged. His life was one of total dependance on others.

Peter and John were on their way to pray at the Temple. They had been made bold - strengthened by the power of the Holy Spirit. God empowers His representatives; Peter and John acted in the authority of the Name of Jesus Christ.

Peter said to the man, "Silver or gold I do not have"; at this the crippled man would have been disappointed. But then came those immortal words, "but what I have I give you. In the Name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk! "

Peter helped the man to stand up, and he stood on his own two feet for the first time in his life! Not only could he stand, but he could leap, and he leapt for joy, praising God.

The people standing around were filled with amazement and wonder. A miracle had taken place, but did they praise God? They looked to Peter and John, seeking answers, and this gave Peter a chance to explain the Good News.

Just as on the Day of Pentecost, a strange happening caused people to ask questions. We must pray that we will be ready to answer questions that may be asked of us. We must pray that God will give us the opportunity to share the Gospel.

NEWS

This Week:

Posted:
16th June.

Note an important change in schedule, as the Combined Service has been brought forward a week.

This Week:

Posted:
16th June.
Wednesday 19 th June:
10.30 Bible Study & Prayer Group
Next Sunday 23rd June:
Combined Service with the Lord's Supper, 11 am at Smeaton. Followed by Congregational Meeting with Toby. Shared Lunch.
Sunday 30 th June [5 th Sunday]:
9 am Smeaton & 11 am Scots

Barnabas Appeal

Posted:
27th Mar.

Your food donations were delivered to the Barnabas Bendigo warehouse last Tuesday, and were gratefully received by Lachlan, the warehouse manager. So now we have 2 empty tubs to fill! Actually, for our latest contribution, we had to start a 3 rd tub, so ‘well done’ everybody. Remember the needs are:

  • white rice
  • chick peas
  • split peas
  • lentils
and don’t forget to check the expiry dates.

Girl Guides Appeal

Posted:
23rd Aug.

The Girl Guides are collecting glasses [spectacles] that are no longer needed. These will be sent to countries who need them.

They are also collecting towels of any size and colour, to be given to the shower bus

which gives an opportunity for homeless people to have a shower.

Any items for the Guides can be left in the Scots Church Hall.

IN OUR PRAYERS

|   Posted:
9th June '24
Royal Family

On this King’s Birthday long weekend, please pray for the Royal Family. Pray for King Charles who is endeavouring to keep up with all royal duties while recovering from prostate cancer.

Please pray earnestly for Princess Kate who is battling bowel cancer. Pray for the Lord's healing Hand, and His mercy upon the Princess and her young children. Pray for Prince William who is trying to balance royal duties with his duty as a husband and father. Lord, in your mercy and love, hear our prayer.

Please pray for an end to disruptive and violent protests in our own country. Pray for wisdom for our leaders, that decisions would be made for the good of all in this land, and not merely to appease minority groups. Pray for law and order to be upheld.