He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. Col 1:15-20 captures the vastness of Christ's divine nature & I am reminded that in him "all things in heaven & earth were created". Read more in Season of Creation Devotions (Day 28): ow.ly/SNFm50X45rQ

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Talofa lava! my name is Rev. Faye Talatonu & I serve on the Mission Accompanying Team, focussing on intergenerational ministry. If you’d like to connect with us in empowering the next generation, you can reach out to me at [email protected]. Fa'amanuia le Atua — God bless.

SANDGATE SAFE CHURCH SUCCESS! A vibrant group of volunteers from Sandgate Uniting Church recently took part in Safe Church Training after a welcome morning tea with their new Supply Minister, Rev Leva Pat. Well Done Team!

Gold & silver refining is a process requiring intense heat - an image used in scripture to speak of God's presence with God's people, shaping them into something precious & valuable. Join us TONIGHT at 7PM: ow.ly/ZhQl50X5Ybs

Organ Fireworks at Merthyr Road Uniting Church Saturday 11th October at 3pm. Buy your tickets (from $10 - $30, children free) here: ow.ly/TWNI50X7y9R

Congratulations to Lakes College Principal Mrs Nicole Gregory for winning an ACEL Qld Excellence in Educational Leadership Award. The prestigious award celebrates Nicole's leadership in enhancing student learning and achievement. Read more: ow.ly/EJVV50X7ygx

Reflection: Persistent Prayer In Luke 8:1-17, he begins: “Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray always and not lose heart.” He told of an uncaring judge who, because a widow keeps hounding him, finally grants her justice. Read more: ow.ly/ynvr50X7xek

We are excited to announce that a new Advent resource titled "Shine the light of hope, peace, joy and love this Christmas" is nearing completion. If you would like immediate access when it's completed, please email the Mission & Ministry team at [email protected].

Free ticketed event “A Walk Through the Decades in Theatre and Song” celebrating the 125th anniversary of Dayboro’s Uniting Church. Saturday, 18th October 10:30am and 2pm To book contact Christina 0408889136. Free morning sausage sizzle and afternoon high tea after the shows.

Online Renewal Prayer Join us from 7-7:30pm tonight, as we ask God to renew us and brighten the way before us, that we might see and travel by God's paths and invite others to join us as we journey. To join us, use this link: ow.ly/xNRK50X8WsY

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Reflection - Justice for his chosen ones In Luke 18 Jesus tells about a widow who simply refuses to give up. He says this is about learning to always pray persistently. Persistent prayer refuses to be silenced by indifference or delay.  Read more: ow.ly/AEhN50XaStu

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ONLINE RENEWAL PRAYER Gather with us tonight, at 7pm (Qld time), as we pray asking God to renew us, to send rain to nurture new shoots of life and hope, and make our communities centres of new life and beacons of hope to the world around us. Join here: ow.ly/cn7X50XcQAZ

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Away from the chaos We are surrounded by a cacophony of strident voices clamouring to be heard. Constant, incessant noise demands our attention, and our response. In the midst of all this noise is an invitation from God - to make time to pray. Read more: ow.ly/7hsk50XcSfv

October Resources for Engaging Younger Generations, Intergenerational Discipleship & Mission. Explore Practical tools, Inspiring podcasts, Thought-provoking articles/books, Worship & discipleship ideas Contact: [email protected]. Resources here: ow.ly/NF1N50Xhh8a

ONLINE RENEWAL PRAYER  As countless people have lifted their voices to God through time, asking to be renewed & restored by the source of all life, join us tonight at 7pm (Queensland time - AEST) as we gather in prayer. To join us via Zoom use this link: ow.ly/z06450Xhlwl

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