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Darebin Presbyterian Church

Locality: Thornbury, Victoria

Address: 2 Watt Street 3071 Thornbury, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.darebinpc.com.au/

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25.01.2022 How are you going at rejoicing in the Lord during these times? . Sharon has written a song based on Philippians 4 that reminds us to rejoice in Him always . Come and rest in the Lord as you listen... . "Help me to place my hope in you Not to be anxious of life on earth I know my home is in heaven where you’ve prepare a place for me." See more

25.01.2022 Are you interested in checking out church or Jesus? . We’d love to welcome you to DPC! . We’re a friendly church community in Melbourne who want to share life and the gospel, so that we can see as many people as possible deeply satisfied in knowing and serving Jesus.... . Join us every Sunday for our weekly church service, online via our YouTube channel at 4.30pm. . We’d love to connect with you, so please send us a message so that we can get to know you and get you in touch with our online community. . www.youtube.com/darebinpc See more

24.01.2022 It was so encouraging yesterday in our online church service to hear about a brand new Pressy church plant happening in 2021 in Donnybrook! . If you want to pray for the core team, or find out how you can encourage and support them, checkout their website www.freshstartdonnybrook.com.au or send them an email at [email protected] . https://youtu.be/WkSK9Qtgn28

22.01.2022 As restrictions ease, we are so looking forward to reconnecting in-person with each other as we can! . Keep an eye out for more info soon about in-person gatherings in the park to participate in the Lord’s Supper together.

22.01.2022 Have the challenges of COVID-19 caused you to ponder some bigger questions about your life and finding happiness, peace and security? . Join us for the Life Explored Course on Zoom! . 7 Monday nights at 7:45pm-9pm: Mon 5th Oct - Mon 23rd Nov 2020... . These are strange times that have raised big questions for many. Questions about security, purpose, mortality. . What is Life Explored? Life Explored is a creative, thought-provoking series that explores our longing for more. Through a series of short film stories shot around the world, each session raises questions such as: Where do I find happiness? What is fulfillment? If God exists, what do I want from him? . FREE to join . **REGISTER TO ATTEND! https://us02web.zoom.us//tZUpceqspj0sGNHr_1bCKDyorAKh_ZyIa Email [email protected] with any questions!

22.01.2022 Tim and Bec did a recording of 'The King of Love' for our Sunday service last week. . What a helpful reminder that we lack nothing if we are his and our aching heart he can satisfy. . Enjoy again... (Song 'King of Love' Original Words by H.W Baker, Revised words and music by Alanna Glover and Liv Chapman CCLI: 7081709) See more

22.01.2022 BOOK OF THE MONTH - OCTOBER: ‘The Compelling Community: Where God’s Power Makes a Church Attractive’, by Mark Dever and Jamie Dunlop. . What does a community that testifies to God’s power look like? . God’s people are called to a togetherness and commitment that transcend all natural boundaries - whether ethnic, generational, or economic. But such a community can be enjoyed only when it relies on the power of God in the gospel.... . In ‘The Compelling Community’ the authors cast a captivating vision for authentic fellowship in the local church that goes beyond small groups. . If you are interested in reading this book, let us know and we can lend you a copy! Or purchase your own through The Wandering Bookseller Reformers Bookshop Koorong See more

22.01.2022 Thanks for coming along to Bigger Questions at DPC on Sunday!

21.01.2022 Praying for our DPC staff: Children’s Coordinator Anna. . Can you take a moment now to pray for Anna, Dan and their kids? . Some things you could pray for:... 1. That the whole family can take time together regularly to rest and enjoy God; 2. That God would sustain and inspire Anna and the DPC children's and youth ministry volunteers as they seek to serve the kids and families at DPC; 3. That even when our means of connecting are limited, that Anna and Dan would feel loved and supported. . Feel free to encourage Anna and Dan this week by sending them a text or email! See more

21.01.2022 Romans 11:33-36 Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! Who has known the mind of the Lord?... Or who has been his counsellor? Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them? For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen. See more

20.01.2022 DPC’s Advent Calendar Day 1 (December 1st). . How will you take time to reflect on the season of advent this December? . Please join us each day this month as we meditate together on the wonder of the incarnation of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.... . We hope these daily reminders and activities will enrich you and help you to marvel at our beautiful God. . Thanks to DPC’s Mission team for today’s advent calendar activity. See more

19.01.2022 Thanks for joining us yesterday for a COVID-safe Lord’s Supper special service! . After not joining in this sacrament together since March, it was such a blessing to remember the truths of the gospel together over this meal. . Didn’t make it? We have another service this weekend! See the Welcome Card on our website for details.

17.01.2022 What have you been learning so far in our current sermon series in Matthew 20-28? . It’s been so great to focus on Jesus, our Triumphant King, and to listen closely to his words. . Missed a week from our current series? Catch up by the DPC sermon podcast! Find it on our website, Spotify or iTunes.

17.01.2022 THE GOSPEL AND ME: Meet Beth! Beth has shared with us her answer to the question: What difference does the gospel make to my life? . ‘I like calm. I like control. I like consistency. That’s not reality though. My world is ever changing. My efforts are often failing. My life is regularly messy. . Amidst this, the truth of the gospel brings a peace that surpasses understanding and a hope that truly anchors my soul. I rest in the knowledge that God has a good and perfect plan. I... see that ultimately displayed in His redemption through Jesus. In His grace, He sent His son to take the place for me, a scared and sinful being. . I can rest, knowing that the One who calms the storms and the seas is watching over me. He loves me! This incredible truth sets me free from the worries of the messiness of life. I am free to live for Him.’ . Thanks so much Beth! See more

17.01.2022 How can you be a compassionate consumer this Christmas? . DPC’s Mercy Team have kindly shared with us the descriptions of common terms you could see or look out for on your Christmas purchases to help make thoughtful decisions thus Christmas

14.01.2022 Did you enjoy singing 'One in You' during the service on Sunday? . Would you like to keep listening to the songs the DPC songwriters have written? . Well look no further! Sharon and Bec have done a recording of 'One in You' that we sung on Sunday for your listening enjoyment.... . Find other DPC Original Songs on the Youtube playlist by following the link https://www.youtube.com/playlist See more

14.01.2022 BOOK OF THE MONTH - NOVEMBER: Seven Myths About Singleness, by Sam Allberry. . If marriage shows us the shape of the gospel, singleness shows us its sufficiency. . Hear from DPC-er Aleesha who shared with us her review of our current book of the month which she completed for La Trobe CU.

14.01.2022 THE GOSPEL AND ME: Meet Chris! Chris has shared with us why he believes the gospel. . ‘Why do I believe the gospel? Because it makes sense of the world around me. We live in a broken, marred and damaged world and we see that all the time (from injustices like sexual harassment (think the Me too movement), to racism (think Black Lives Matter), to the sheer selfishness of panic buying). It makes me ask the question: Why are humans so bent? .... A lot of philosophies try to answer this question and I have read and thought and pondered on lots of them and found them wanting. I am most compelled by Jesus who says all of these wickedness come from within us (Mark 7:20). We are the problem-not someone else out there, but within. Even in this state Jesus came to forgive, heal, restore and change me. I’m forever changed by the cross and being changed by the cross. . So my heart is still flawed, but I am being changed by the Spirit of God to be more loving, generous and gracious. The cross has freed me from loving myself to love others rightly. I copy and model Jesus love for me to the world. . So thats why I believe the gospel. Above all it helps me fit the pieces of the puzzle together in how I see the world.’ See more

13.01.2022 Praying for our DPC staff: Pastor Aaron. . While Aaron is on annual leave, let’s be praying for him, Gabby and their kids. . Some things you could pray for:... 1. Good times of rest and refreshment; 2. Wisdom to lead the church in uncertain times; 3. Patience and love when stuck at home more with the family; 4. Continued growth in dependence on God in prayer. . Feel free to encourage Aaron and Gabby this week by sending them a text or email! See more

13.01.2022 Praying for our DPC mercy partner: Channels of Hope (World Vision). . Can you take a moment now to pray for the Channels of Hope program? Some things you could pray for: 1. Praise God for the new resources which have been developed n response to COVID this year;... 2. Pray for the Channels of Hope staff and supporters in their endurance in the program; 3. Pray for the small groups and Bible studies which have persevered this year; 4. Pray for gospel change in the communities in which Channels of Hope are working. . Feel free to get in touch with us if you want more information. See more

12.01.2022 We’d love to have you join us this Sunday for church online! . Come and join the YouTube livestream at the new time of 4pm! . October 18th service livestream link:... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PT_40OGDrpE .Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/darebinpc.Children’s activities: www.darebinpc.com.au/childrensministryfromhome .Welcome Card: www.darebinpc.com.au/welcomecard . Post-service Zoom catch-up: https://zoom.us/j/99771288643Password: 479088.Send us a message on Facebook if you’re new, it would be so great to get to know you! See you then :) See more

11.01.2022 Romans 14:17-19. ‘For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit, because anyone who serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and receives human approval. Let us therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification.’

11.01.2022 THE GOSPEL AND ME: Meet Kellie! Kellie has shared with us her answer to the question: Why do I believe in the gospel? . ‘The Bible is like no other book on this Earth.It is still so relevant today as it was over 2000 years ago. . I am constantlyimpressed by the profound wisdom, the practical applications, and the consistent themes from beginning to end.I am extremely grateful to those who safeguarded it through centuries past so that I have access to read it today.... . The gospel means "good news", and I find it so reassuring that no matter how I am in life, or any situation I face, good, bad or ugly, Jesus has something to say about it, and even if it may be challenging to hear or hard to accept, that in itself is still 'good news'. . It is where I can go to for guidance, wisdom, comfort and assurance, knowing that with certainty what is written in there is 100% true and has my best interests behind it, because it's the word of God, and He is my creator and knows humans better than anyone.’ . Thanks Kellie! A wonderful reminded to really treasure God’s word! See more

11.01.2022 Have you checked out our playlist on Spotify? . We love the songs we sing each Sunday, and you can listen to them during the week on our DPC Sunday Tunes playlist! . Have a great weekend!

11.01.2022 Praying for our DPC staff: Pastor Adam. . Can you take a moment now to pray for Adam, Tracey and their kids? . Some things you could pray for:... 1. Sustained energy and health for the whole Humphries family during lockdown; 2. That God would help Adam to focus his ministry efforts on the right things at the right times; 3. Times of good rest during the busyness of life; 4. For encouragement by seeing gospel fruit growing in DPC. . Feel free to encourage Adam and Tracey this week by sending them a text or email! See more

10.01.2022 DPC PASSION: Maturity - Growing more like Christ. . One of our passions at DPC is maturity. We want a church community where people are growing in the gospel no matter their age or life stage! . Do you ever feel like your personal Bible reading and prayer could grow?... . Pastor Adam has put together this short video highlighting a few great resources which you can easily try. We pray it’s helpful as you persevere in growing in your godliness and faith this year. . https://youtu.be/h8s15V4A-U8 See more

10.01.2022 "For you overcame all our sin and shame Jesus conquered death, bringing us new life!" . "O Hallelujah to be known by you!" .... Let the words of this songs refresh your heart this morning as Sharon and Bec remind us again of how amazing it is to be known and loved by God. . Hear other DPC Original songs by following the link https://www.youtube.com/playlist See more

09.01.2022 What are you hoping will bring you ultimate fulfilment in life? . It’s not too late to join us for the Life Explored course! . 7 Monday nights at 7:45pm-9pm starting February 8th 2021.... . These are strange times that have raised big questions for many. Questions about security, purpose, mortality. . What is Life Explored? Life Explored is a creative, thought-provoking series that explores our longing for more. Through a series of short film stories shot around the world, each session raises questions such as: Where do I find happiness? What is fulfillment? If God exists, what do I want from him? . FREE to join! Visit: https://darebinpc.elvanto.com.au//5c3c0e88-f0d9-44d9-aaa5- . Email: [email protected] with any questions!

09.01.2022 Looking for something interesting to do on an evening during Lockdown 2.0? Are you missing getting out to watch a movie? Have the challenges of COVID-19 caused you to ponder some bigger questions about your life and purpose and finding peace and security? . Join us for the Life Explored Course on Zoom! . 7 Monday nights at 7:45pm-9pm: Mon 5th Oct - Mon 23rd Nov 2020... . These are strange times that have raised big questions for many. Questions about security, purpose, mortality. . What is Life Explored? Life Explored is a creative, thought-provoking series that explores our longing for more. Through a series of short film stories shot around the world, each session raises questions such as: Where do I find happiness? What is fulfillment? If God exists, what do I want from him? . FREE to join . **REGISTER TO ATTEND! Email [email protected] with any questions! See more

09.01.2022 Praying for our DPC mission partners: The Vinicombe family. . Can you take a moment now to pray for Matt, Kate and their kids? . Some things you could pray for:... 1. Praise God for the friendships being formed and encouraging relationships they have; 2. Pray for ongoing opportunities for local language learning; 3. Pray for their ongoing needs to be met abundantly; 4. Pray that the local church would boldly speak God’s good news of Jesus in their community. . Feel free to encourage Matt and Kate this week by sending them a text or email! See more

07.01.2022 OUR DPC FAMILY - MISSION EDITION: Meet Chris, Bec, and their three awesome kids! . Chris works with the AFES as the campus staff team leader at ACU. . What are you looking forward to in 2021, Chris?... Hopefully meeting in person and re-engaging with mission on campus! . And how can DPC pray for you? Please pray for: >Me to lead well and present the new gospel outline that is Trinity focused clearly; >For God to call people out of the darkness; >That a new generation of Christians might be raised up to take the gospel to the nations. . To sign up to receive prayer updates for Chris, email him at [email protected] or ask to join the ‘Gospel Friends of Chris’ Facebook group. See more

07.01.2022 What is keeping you going in the challenging times we're in? . Are you feeling weary and heavy-laden by the situation around us right now? . Did you know that Jesus invites all those feeling this way to come to him and he will give you rest? ... . Come find out more at our online Life Explored course. Join us for Session 3 this Monday night 7:45-9pm AEST. . Life Explored is a creative, thought-provoking series that explores our longing for more. Through a series of short film stories shot around the world, each session raises questions such as: Where do I find happiness? What is fulfilment? If God exists, what do I want from him? . FREE to join, no problem if you missed Session 1 or 2! . **REGISTER TO ATTEND AND GET ZOOM DETAILS! https://us02web.zoom.us//tZUpceqspj0sGNHr_1bCKDyorAKh_ZyIa . Or Email [email protected] with any questions! See more

07.01.2022 OUR DPC FAMILY - MISSION EDITION: Meet Vicky! . Vicky is the Vice-President of the Monash Christian Union Parkville this year. . What Uni and course?... I’m at Monash Parkville Campus doing Pharmacy Course. . Favourite subject? Anything about Medication is mesmerising. I’ll be doing Comprehensive Care Units this year, which looks deeper into medication to treat specific condiions, it’ll be interesting and practical so I’m looking forwards to start University. . Favourite part about CU? Bible Study as I get to know more about other students, to encourage one another to grow in our faith in order to share about Jesus on campus. . How can we pray for you? As I’ll step up as Vice Pres this year, please pray that I’ll dedicate enough time to this role and to work well with other committee members. Monash Parkville Christian Union is a very small community, so please pray for boldness to share God’s Words to students. There are a lot of uncertainty but I trust that the Lord will guide us! . Please by praying for Vicky and encourage her when you see her around at DPC! See more

07.01.2022 Join us for Carols in the Park: Celebrating Christmas in the City of Darebin! . Due to the events of this year, we are not able to hold our usual Carols in the Park. BUT we can hold three smaller Carols events in the Park on the same day to meet current restrictions. . Everyone is welcome to come and join us! To register for one of the event times and to find out more details, please check out the link:... https://darebin-pc.squarespace.com/carols Please note the new location. . If you are a DPC regular, please remember to register to secure your spot, including registering for any times you are also serving. And please do invite any friends and family along to join in! . We’d love to celebrate Christmas with you this year, so rego early to make sure you can join us! See more

06.01.2022 Romans 10:17 A great reminder to be on about the message of Christ - the gospel. Who can you pray will come to faith in Jesus? Who can you share this good news message of Jesus with this week?

05.01.2022 Praying for our DPC essential workers! . It’s been a big year for everyone! Let’s take a moment today to pray for those who have been loving and caring for our community in their various roles in healthcare and other essential work. . Some things you could pray for:... 1. Regular times of rest and replenishment; 2. Spiritual encouragement through their DPC church family; 3. Energy and strength to keep serving and loving in their respective roles; 4. That their own health would be sustained and preserved. . Feel free to encourage a DPC worker this week by sending them a text or email! See more

05.01.2022 We’d love to have you join us this Sunday for church online! . Whether you’ve joined us before, or are new and just want to give church a try, you are welcome to tune in at 4.30pm from the comfort of home. . September 27th service livestream link:... https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=W-L4Z8XSTJ0 .Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/darebinpc.Children’s activities: www.darebinpc.com.au/childrensministryfromhome .Welcome Card: www.darebinpc.com.au/welcomecard . Post-service Zoom catch-up: https://zoom.us/j/99771288643Password: 479088.Send us a message on Facebook if you’re new, it would be so great to get to know you! See you then :) See more

05.01.2022 DPC’s Advent Calendar Day 3 (December 3rd). . BOOK OF THE MONTH - DECEMBER: A Better Than Anything Christmas, by Barbara Reaoch. . https://reformers.com.au//9781784985301-a-better-than-anyt... . Thanks to the DPKids team for recommending December’s book of the month! Available to purchase from Reformers Bookshop The Wandering Bookseller Koorong See more

04.01.2022 DPC’s Advent Calendar Day 2 (December 2nd). . Check out this Spotify playlist by Emu Music for some songs of joy and hope this Christmas. . https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2zvPVExkZhbedEKyy3OfhL... . Thanks to DPC’s Magnification team for today’s advent activity recommendation! See more

03.01.2022 "From age to age we sing, that you are the God who saves" . Beautiful words written by Sharon and Anna. . Enjoy some time listening and being reminded that we can 'Peace with God'... . Want to hear more songs from the DPC Original Songs? Follow the link https://www.youtube.com/playlist See more

03.01.2022 Is it possible you’ve made assumptions about who God is? . Are you interested in getting to know God more? . Join us for Session 2 of our online Life Explored Course this Monday night 7:45-9pm AEST. ... . Life Explored is a creative, thought-provoking series that explores our longing for more. Through a series of short film stories shot around the world, each session raises questions such as: Where do I find happiness? What is fulfilment? If God exists, what do I want from him? . FREE to join, no problem if you missed Session 1 last week! . **REGISTER TO ATTEND AND GET ZOOM DETAILS: [email protected] . Or see the Facebook event https://fb.me/e/55RKVxTIj See more

03.01.2022 Just a reminder that this Sunday we start our service at the new time of 4pm! Hopefully the slightly earlier time will be helpful to many :) See you for our YouTube livestream then! Link in bio.

02.01.2022 Praying for our DPC mission partners: Aleesha Bransgrove. . Can you take a moment now to pray for Aleesha in her role with AFES in university student ministry? . Some things you could pray for:... 1. Pray for wisdom for planning for 2021 if Uni students will still be all online; 2. Pray for gospel opportunities with current students and their friends; 3. Pray that many new students would join CU and FOCUS and that their hearts would be captivated by Jesus; 4. Pray for good rest and rejuvenation in upcoming annual leave. . Feel free to encourage Aleesha this week by sending her a text or email! See more

02.01.2022 Doing your Christmas shopping? . Help fight poverty this Christmas by buying some TEAR Useful Gifts cards! . Due to COVID-19 we have a virtual shop front this year. Cards start from $5 and will be mailed to your door! https://www.usefulgifts.org//950178277-dpc-useful-gift-shop... . Please get in touch with DPC’s Mercy Team if you would like more info. . Tearfund Australia See more

02.01.2022 Romans 12:1-2 ‘Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to Godthis is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - his good, pleasing and perfect will.’

01.01.2022 Did you make it to church yesterday? . If you need to catch-up on the sermon, you can listen to it this week on our YouTube channel, website, Spotify podcast, or on iTunes. . Keep up to date be subscribing and following!

01.01.2022 We’d love to have you join us this Sunday for church online! . Join us for Bigger Questions, as we hear Brian Rosner discuss the question ‘Are we greedy’? . October 4th service livestream link:... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mu9MFIpbj2I .Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/darebinpc.Children’s activities: www.darebinpc.com.au/childrensministryfromhome .Welcome Card: www.darebinpc.com.au/welcomecard . Post-service Zoom catch-up: https://zoom.us/j/99771288643Password: 479088.Send us a message on Facebook if you’re new, it would be so great to get to know you! See you then :) See more