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OVERVIEW Habakkuk has got to be one of the most relatable minorprophets.  The 3 chapters of his book in the Bible involve him questioning God about the dark state of his world – andthe way God is handling things.  Many of us know the feeling. Join us as Mandy Stark helps us learn from Habakkuk’sconversation with God and consider how it might help as we face dark times in our own lives and world. SERMON SERIES ‘Tell It To Me Straight’ Series (Week 1/4) SCRIPTURE Book of Habakkuk

OVERVIEW In the last few weeks, we have explored how the practiceof service can transform our individual lives and relationships – both with people we know, and people we don’t.   Butwhat happens when we make a choice to serve with others?  What might be possible then? Join us for the final week of our Service series, as MikeRiddell helps us consider the impact service can have when done together. SERMON SERIES Service ‒ Practising the Way of Jesus’ Series (Week 4/4) SCRIPTURE 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, 14-17, 20-21, 22-24, 25,26, 27; John 13:15.

OVERVIEW Is service about intentionally signing up to serve others,and showing up faithfully week after week and month after month? Or is it someone who responds to the needs of others when those needs present themselves spontaneously and unexpectedly? What if it’s both? How does an intentional andflexible approach to service shape our already busy lives? Join us this week as Tim Dyer helps us answer thatquestion by looking at the life and teachings of Jesus. SERMON SERIES Service ‒ Practising the Way of Jesus’ Series (Week 3/4) SCRIPTURE Luke 10:25-37; John 13:34; 1 Peter 1:22.

OVERVIEW Sometimes when we think about how we can be of greaterservice in this world, we think of groups and organisations we can sign up with.  We think of big, bold acts we can add into our lives.  But was this Jesus’ approach?  What if serving starts a little closer to home? Join us as Chris Danes helps us consider a different starting point when it comes to service. We'll also be celebrating our 72nd Church Anniversary as part of today's service. SERMON SERIES 'Service' ‒ Practising the Way of Jesus’ Series (Week 2/4)  SCRIPTURE Matthew 6:1-2; John 13:3-5; Luke 22:25-26; John 13:12-15.

OVERVIEW When we talk about serving others, we can easily get sofocused on the details of the ‘how’, we forget about the ‘why’.  Yet Jesus offered some pretty clear andhelpful teaching about keeping things in the right order. Join us this week as Way Lim launches our series in thepractice of Service by helping us consider our ‘why’ before we get stuck intothe ‘how’. SERMON SERIES Service ‒ Practising the Way of Jesus’ Series (Week 1/4) SCRIPTURE John 13:34-36; 1 Corinthians 13:1-3; Mark 10:43b-45; 1 John 4:7-11.

OVERVIEW Engaging with the Holy Spirit isn’t just about knowing whohe is and what he does but connecting with him personally through worship andprayer. Our Sunday services today will be shaped a littledifferently – a short sermon with extra time to pray and worship together andinvite the Spirit to be at work amongst us. SERMON SERIES Empowered: Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit (Week 4/4) SCRIPTURE Acts 1:14; Matthew 6:33; Luke 9:9-13.

OVERVIEW If we are empowered by the Holy Spirit, what are weempowered to do? How does he empower us? What does the Spirit enable us to dothat we might not be able to do otherwise? This week, Mandy Stark explores the gifts given by theHoly Spirit and challenges us to consider what we’re doing with the gifts we’vebeen given. SERMON SERIES ‘Living in the Power of the Holy Spirit’  Series (Week 3/4) SCRIPTURE 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, 11; Ephesians 4:12; 1 Corinthians 12-14; Romans 12:3-8; Ephesians 4:7-13; 1 Peter 4:9-11; 1 Corinthians 12:1; Ephesians 4:13,16; 2 Timothy 2:1; 1 Timothy 4:14-16; 1 Peter 4:10.

OVERVIEW When we walk in step with the Holy Spirit, it changes us. But how? What sorts of things signify the presence of God’s Spirit alive in us? What will others notice and what impact can that have? This week, Micah Evans looks at a passage in the Bible that helps answer these questions. SERMON SERIES ‘Life in the Spirit’ Series (Week 2/4)  SCRIPTURE Galatians 5:1-24, 16-18, 4, 19-21, 22-26; Zephaniah 3:17; Psalm 149:4.

OVERVIEW What does it mean to live a life empowered by the HolySpirit? How do we do that and what difference does it make? Join us as Chris Danes launches this four-week seriesexploring the person and power of the Holy Spirit. SERMONSERIES ‘Life in the Spirit’ Series (Week 1/4) SCRIPTURE Romans 7:18-19, 24-25; 8:1-2, 5,11-14, 15, 26, 28;Galatians 5:16.

OVERVIEW There's something powerful about gazing upon mountains that touch the sky, or looking at a sea of stars, or hearing the roar of the ocean. It tells us something important. The Bible itself repeatedly refers to the created world as not just a reflection. SERMON SERIES Standalone message SCRIPTURE Psalm 19:1-14.

OVERVIEW The Christian faith was never shaped as a 'one-and-done'decision, but a lifelong journey of following Jesus - a faith that is always on the move. Because of this, there are a number of key moments, decisions, practices and milestones built into the Christian walk that help us keep moving forward. In this message, Mike Riddell will explore the significance of some of these faith steps and help us consider whether we are ready to take our next step forward. SERMON SERIES Standalone message SCRIPTURE Mark 1:16-18; Acts 2:36b-39; 42-47; Philippians 3:10-14.

Gill Carne, our Pastor for Children and Families, shares a short message as part of our 2026 Family Service. She reflects on the Biblical teaching about how believers are part of 'The Body of Christ' and what that means for us today.