‘The Bridge’ - 10 June 2022
A message from Sandra
The cold and wild weather may have arrived, but the warmth of friendship and fellowship at Levin Uniting, we pray, will mitigate its impact.
The Easter season has now concluded for another year with our Pentecost commemorations last week. But our worship life continues to focus on some important themes. This Sunday we celebrate the Trinity, reflecting on the mystery of God who is three yet one. The following weekend we turn our attention to Matariki, and what it might mean for us who worship in a nation with a bicultural heritage. And that is followed by Disability Sunday, reminding us that there is nothing that hinders our ability to worship our Lord God Almighty.
Yours in Christ,
Sandra Williams
Worship this Sunday, 10am
Kororia ki te Matua, ki te Tamaiti, ki te Wairua Tapu;
Glory to God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
What do we mean when we say we worship one God yet we believe God comes to us as three distinct entities? This is the mystery we struggle with as we gather for worship this Trinity Sunday. If you would like to come prepared, the readings are Romans 5:1-5 and John 16:12-15.
Movie Fundraiser - Father Stu
Forty-eight people showed up to watch ‘Father Stu’ at Focal Point. It was a great turnout in support of our Seasons for Growth programme. The screen lit up at 6pm and most of us were home by 8.30. The movie did not disappoint with Mark Wahlberg as the leading star and Mel Gibson who played his father. There were some poignant moments, tragedy, emotional and humorous which kept us captivated.
Thank you to everyone who supported us.
Blessings, Roxy
Scarfarama, Costume Jewellery & Garage Sale
On Friday 24 June, 9.30am - 12pm. We are holding a scarf and costume jewellery sale with nothing over $5, and alongside we will also have a garage sale, both raising money for our kitchen upgrade. We would love you to join us.
Mission Pig
Last year you donated via the Mission Pig to Levin Hope Ketu. Unfortunately under COVID19 restrictions this is still on hold, but we did gather $84.20 which was passed onto them. We received this note on a card last week:
Wow! What a wonderful gift you gave us here at Hope Levin. You gave $84.20 and we were so blessed with your kindness. Our church recently ran our Winter Wrap Programme providing warm things for free and your giving helped us give to others. Thank you very much. You church family at Hope Levin.
Seasons for Growth Adult Grief programme
The next course has been scheduled
When: 1:30-3:30pm Beginning Monday 4 July 2022 for six Mondays
Where: Levin Uniting Church, 87 Oxford Street (next to Adventure Park), Levin
Cost: $20
Change and loss are part of life, and grief is a normal response. Seasons for Growth for adults is an innovative education programme which explores the effects of change, loss and grief. A trained ‘Companion’ facilitates the small group programme, in which participants explore feelings, memories, loss and grief in a safe and creative way. Seasons for Growth is an education programme. It does not provide counselling or therapy. It is not a religious programme.
Registrations are essential.
Contact: Liz
m: 027 423 8254
e: seasons@levinuniting.org.nz
Places are limited and will be offered on a first-come-first-reserved basis.
Pastoral Care
If you or someone you know would like a visit, our Pastoral Care team is on call. Please do not hesitate to call one of the Senior Lay Leaders and they will connect you with one of our visitors.