Happy Easter!

We may be somewhat scattered and bewildered like the disciples after Jesus’ resurrection, but the reality of the cross and resurrection remain as powerful as ever. When Jesus died and rose again he made a way for those who believe in him to be restored to God: forgiven from sins, clothed in righteousness and empowered … Read more

Church news for the week beginning 5th April 2020

Virtual Morning Tea Join us on Zoom after the morning service at https://bit.ly/2wZqHPN for a virtual morning tea together. You will need to make sure you have Zoom already on your computer, phone or tablet. Our Livestream Service will continue Even with the tougher restrictions on gatherings that came into effect this week, we will … Read more

Forced rest and restoration

Is this time a unique opportunity for growing our character and closeness with God? Reading through Leviticus recently, I was reminded again of God’s ‘forced sabbath’ for the land. He had promised that if Israel didn’t keep the covenant, they would be exiled, and the land would “enjoy its sabbath years all the time that … Read more

Jesus Is 
7. The Peacemaker from Galilee

JESUS IS7. Jesus Is the Peacemaker from GalileeLuke 19:28-44Sam Pursell • 5th April 2020 Jesus comes in peace (28-36) Praise Jesus the prince of peace (37-40) Find peace in Jesus now (42-44) Download a copy of this as a PDF from here: Jesus Is 7. The Peacemaker from Galilee – Luke 19:28-44 – Sam Pursell … Read more

Church news for the week beginning 29th March 2020

Kid’s Ministry resources Head to https://bit.ly/2WQex6G for a place to catch up on all the great learning from the Bible that we miss out on when we can’t go to church together. Archbishop’s term extended Archbishop Glenn Davies will continue until March 2021. Standing Committee met on Monday night and voted unanimously to ask him … Read more

Dependence, worry and practical help

COVID-19 has pierced the notion many of us have of independence and self-sufficiency. As our patterns have changed over the last fortnight many of us have begun to worry. For we have been cut off from others, and gaps have formed in food and other supply chains. Suddenly what Jesus tells his disciples about worrying … Read more

Jesus Is 6. The Son of Man at Coming

JESUS IS6. Jesus Is the Son of Man at ComingLuke 17:20-37Sam Pursell • 29th March 2020 The Kingdom of God has begun (20-21) The King’s day is yet to come (22-37) Download a copy of this as a PDF from here: Jesus Is 6. The Son of Man at Coming – Luke 17:20-37 – Sam … Read more

Church news for the week beginning 22nd March 2020

Livestream We will continue to livestream a service on Sunday morning at 9:30am. Go to livestream.oakflatsanglican.com to view the service. It will be recorded, so you can watch it later if need be. A good idea would be to invite everyone in your house to watch it at the same time. Pastoral Connections If you are … Read more

Reflection and Prayer

1 Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High  will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. 2 I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” 3 Surely he will save you  from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. 4 He … Read more

Jesus Is 5. The Troubler of Jerusalem

JESUS IS5. THE TROUBLER OF JERUSALEMLuke 9:51-62Sam Pursell • 22nd March 2020 Jesus gives everyone opportunity to follow him But consider the cost:a. Life will be uncomfortableb. Proclamation will be a priorityc. Christ will be a constant commitment  Download a copy of this as a PDF from here: Jesus Is 5. The Troubler of Jerusalem … Read more