Ascot Community Uniting Church in Ascot Park | Community organisation

Ascot Community Uniting Church

Locality: Ascot Park

Phone: +61 8 8299 0061

Address: 24 Fifth Avenue SA 5043 Ascot Park, SA, Australia

Website: http://ascotcommunity.ucasa.org.au/

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24.01.2022 With border restrictions in place and drought still impacting our farmers their everyday lives continue to provide challenges many of us just can't understand. ... We still have many areas where farmers are experiencing worker shortages. If you want to help, get in touch with our Outback Links team today, and become a volunteer. #FrontierServices #OutbackLinks See more

24.01.2022 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16 (NIV) #OpenTheBible

24.01.2022 We are taking seriously the call to restrict gatherings to try to contain this current cluster. Ascot Community Uniting Church will not gather for worship on Sunday November 22nd or November 29th. Printed Worship at Home resources are available on request, or on the sa.uca.org.au website as below. The Congregational AGM which was scheduled for this coming Sunday will be postponed to a later date.

24.01.2022 Lent begins in two weeks and we're keen to make it a time of growth and generosity

23.01.2022 The October/November Edition of the New Times is here! This bi-monthly edition reflects on the diversity of the Uniting Church and its ability to connect with... all peoples. It includes articles on: - Generate Presbytery - Presbytery of Southern SA - Wimala Presbtyery and many more You can also download your free online version of the New Times here: https://sa.uca.org.au/new-times/new-times-print-edition. Or if you would like to receive a printed copy, email [email protected]. #NewTimes #unitingchurchinsa

23.01.2022 Did I offer peace...

22.01.2022 The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. Deuteronomy 31:8 (NIV) #OpenTheBible

22.01.2022 Ascot Community, if you would like to join in online worship this morning and hear Moderator Bronte's message, you can do so here. Otherwise please use your Worship at Home and know we are God's people together even when we cannot gather.

21.01.2022 Playgroup - Unfortunately due to the change in Covid19 restrictions Playgroup will need to be cancelled for Tuesday 17th November and 24th November. We will be in touch about what happens after that. Disappointing but we certainly understand the need for caution. Table Tennis - For the same reason, Table Tennis will be cancelled for next Monday 23rd November and 30th November. For other activities, additional density precautions will apply.

20.01.2022 As we prepare to cross into Ash Wednesday, I hardly have words to preface this blessing this year. But I can say I am more curious and more fierce than ever abo...ut its question, "Did you not know what the Holy One can do with dust?" May we keep learning. May we be part of the answer. Blessings to you, beloveds. BLESSING THE DUST All those days you felt like dust, like dirt, as if all you had to do was turn your face toward the wind and be scattered to the four corners or swept away by the smallest breath as insubstantial did you not know what the Holy One can do with dust? This is the day we freely say we are scorched. This is the hour we are marked by what has made it through the burning. This is the moment we ask for the blessing that lives within the ancient ashes, that makes its home inside the soil of this sacred earth. So let us be marked not for sorrow. And let us be marked not for shame. Let us be marked not for false humility or for thinking we are less than we are but for claiming what God can do within the dust, within the dirt, within the stuff of which the world is made and the stars that blaze in our bones and the galaxies that spiral inside the smudge we bear. Jan Richardson from Circle of Grace: A Book of Blessings for the Seasons Image: Ash Wednesday Cross janrichardsonimages.com

17.01.2022 Through the weekend we'll be sharing prayers for people and communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, in the lead-up to the National Day of Prayer this Sun...day 22 August. Our first comes from Rev Roberta Stanley, UAICC QLD and Assembly Standing Committee member. The collection includes prayers from Uniting Church members and some of our international Church partners. Read them and pray with us here: https://bit.ly/prayersforthepandemic

17.01.2022 Every week National Update hits inboxes across the country. Stories from across the national UCA, what we are saying about the issues facing our world, how to g...et involved in the work of the Assembly, updates from our agencies, what we are praying for, and even Uniting Church jobs! Subscribe here and get it straight to your inbox: https://uniting.church/#subscribe

17.01.2022 We had a power blackout in Ascot Park last night... Church Council by candlelight... the flames of the Holy Spirit with us indeed!

12.01.2022 Ascot Community Uniting Church is hosting a Great Outback BBQ this coming Saturday October 17th. Come from 5pm for CovidSafe activities, with a BBQ meal at 6.30pm. $10 adults, $5 children U16.

12.01.2022 Today the State Government has announced further restrictions for the next 6 days to help to mitigate the impact and the spread of COVID-19. The General Secreta...ry, Felicity Amery has issued a letter to all staff, congregations and agencies associated with the Uniting Church. This can be viewed at: https://unitingchurchinsa.createsend1.com//61B07CFA787D252 Please note the Synod office, Uniting College and Uniting Venues SA are closed for the next 6 days. However, staff are still available to take your calls. Phone reception (08) 8236 4200 or email [email protected]. Please check out website https://sa.uca.org.au/ for further updates. May we all continue to draw on the life-giving love of God in Christ, as we continue to support, encourage and care for each other.

12.01.2022 Rev Canon Dave Male was interviewed last Thursday and this interview forms the keynote address for the forthcoming Synod Expos. Dave also recorded an invitation... for all to come along to the Synod Expos. View Dave's video; download details of the Adelaide West expo program; and a list of FAQs about the expos at this link: https://sa.uca.org.au/synod-expo (whilst you're there, don't forget to register!) See more

09.01.2022 God speaking... The man whispered, God, speak to me and a meadowlark sang. But, the man did not hear. So, the man yelled, God speak to me and the thunder ro...lled across the sky. But, the man did not listen. The man looked around and said, God let me see you and a star shined brightly. But, the man did not see. And the man shouted, God show me a miracle and a life was born. But, the man did not notice. So the man cried out in despair, Touch me God, and let me know you’re here whereupon God reached down and touched the man. But the man brushed the butterfly away and walked on. (Author unknown)

08.01.2022 This week, we’re inviting you to join us as we hold conflict-torn regions in our hearts. Together in thought and prayer, we can lift up those living through c...onflict and experiencing the terrible human cost of violence. With the recent news of the Taliban taking control in Afghanistan, it's vital that we are interceding for those experiencing devastating circumstances and that they might persevere despite hardship and danger. Let’s pray for them especially as this week marks the following UN commemorative days acknowledging international conflict: 19 August: World Humanitarian Day 21 August: International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 22 August: International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief Find out more about how you can join us in prayer and give hope to those living through conflict: https://www.biblesociety.org.au/blog/10-40-prayer-window/

08.01.2022 ? The Moderator’s role is one of pastoral and spiritual leadership of the Synod. The focus of the role is to promote ...the Synod’s vision and mission for the future of the church; to listen to, guide, and care for all the members and ministers of the UCASA; and to represent the church in the wider community and the ecumenical and political landscape of South Australia. Nominations are now being sought for our next Moderator. An election will be held at our June 2022 Synod meeting, and the new Moderator will take up the role at the 2023 Synod meeting. For more information please visit: http://ow.ly/8GJo50FJ64m

07.01.2022 We are thrilled with a recent Outback Links project on Adnyamathanha lands. We are still celebrating. With the help of our Parkin-Sturt Remote Area Bush Chaplai...n Sunny, we recently sent a group of Outback Links volunteers to a remote Aboriginal community to take part in a project restoring their sacred country. The partnership was an incredible symbol of reconciliation that bridged relationships between First Nations peoples and Frontier Services. Kick off your #NAIDOCWeek celebrations with us today and check out our video of the group trip. #FrontierServices #OutbackLinks See more

07.01.2022 In these times of lockdown where congregations are unable to meet in person to worship, the Moderator, Bronte Wilson has recorded a sermon based on a reflection of John 6:1-15 about God’s abundance. To view the video please visit: https://youtu.be/sxAmgYKUj7k

07.01.2022 God's church was designed to include people of all ages. There is no hierarchy of power in God's family. This week Assembly National Consultant Rev Charissa S...uli kicks off our new series looking at the intergenerational life and ministry of our Church, envisioning a community where people at all stages of faith and life are welcomed and invited to participate. What does it mean to be a Church for all generations? Read: https://uniting.church/a-church-for-all-generations/ See more

05.01.2022 On the National Day of Prayer for those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, our final prayer comes from Uniting Church President Rev Sharon Hollis. Read the full prayer and pray with us here: https://bit.ly/prayersforthepandemic

04.01.2022 COVID-19 Guidelines for Uniting Church congregations have been updated and are now available to download from: https://sa.uca.org.au/uniting-church-media-/covi...d-19-update The guidelines summarise the SA Government’s Emergency Management (Public Activities-COVID-19) Direction 2020. Included are directions about Holy Communion, Hospitality, Baptism, Weddings, Funerals and more. Churches are advised to take a cautious approach to re-opening and only to proceed when all aspects are considered.

03.01.2022 Along with the restrictions which came into place today, there will be no activities at church until at least Tuesday 1st December. If you wish to receive a Worship at Home resource for Sunday, please send a message or email [email protected]. If you require assistance with shopping or medical care and genuinely do not have family who can help you, please send a message.... I understand this will cause some anxiety and dismay for many. Please try to look after each other by phone or email. If there is someone you think might be feeling lonely or vulnerable, give them a call. And if YOU are feeling lonely or vulnerable, give someone else a call!

01.01.2022 We invite you to join Associate General Secretary, Sue Page who will be live on Facebook this Friday, October 23rd, 2020 at 11.00 am. Sue will provide a COVID-19 update and will be available to answer your questions.