St John the Evangelist, Bega will be celebrating 150 years Anniversary of the first Anglican church on the present site from Monday 24th November to Sunday 7th December. Our programme has been proposed as follows with some events to be yet finalised:-
150th Celebration plan.
Monday 24th November to 7th December Memorabilia display in hall. Friday 28th November History of St John the Evangelist Book launch cocktail party with wine and cheese tasting. Saturday 29th November celebration dinner at the Bega Town Hall.
Sunday 30th November Celebration service followed by picnic lunch
Friday 5th December Renaissance concert by Heartsong
Saturday 6th December 5.00pm—9.00pm Children’s Bush dance
Sunday 7th December 2.00pm Ivan Allen organ recital on the historic Smith pipe organ, Bemboka organ and electric keyboard. To be confirmed
Guided tours of the church with a historic commentary. Dates and times to yet be confirmed
We intend to have a historical display in the Church Hall and would be interested to hear from anyone who may have been baptised, confirmed, been a member of the choir, married, celebrated a special occasion or been part of any group from the church. If you have photos, certificates, baptism gowns, wedding gowns etc you would be willing to loan we would love to hear from you.
During the celebration the new book of the parish history, commemorative wine glasses at $36 per half dozen or $6 each and the Anglican cookbooks will be on sale. These will also be available at anytime. So if you would like copies of the books or wish to purchase the glasses just phone or send an order.
An invitation is extended to you and any member of your family who would love to be part of the celebration to contact any one of the Parish Councillors, the church office
64992 5555 or by email angbega@bigpond.net.au
More information will be available this website which will be updated from time to time, or on the diocese web site www.anglicancg.org,au
Jan Watling and Stephanie Stanhope
Wardens and Conveners.
WHO ARE WE?
As a licensed ministry unit within the Anglican Diocese of Canberra and Goulburn, St John's Anglican Parish of Bega is charged with being part of Christ’s continuing presence in our part of the world.
OUR MISSION STATEMENT
“Living and Sharing God’s love in the Bega Valley”.
WHAT WE OFFER TO THE COMMUNITY
Worship services
Casuarina and Hillgrove House Ministry
Elderly Luncheon
Funeral, Marriage and Baptism Ministry
Kingdom Time
Bible Study and Meditation Groups
Pastoral Care
Prayer Chain
Share Meals
Friends At Court
SC Anglican College Chapliancy & Board Ministry
Anglican Women
Men's Breakfast
Sunday Club
School Scripture
Matrix Matters
Breakfast Club
OUR GOALS FOR THE NEXT 5 YEARS
How are we going to achieve our Mission/Vision of being an even more significant presence in the community at large— Living and Sharing God’s love in the Bega Valley?
We will do this by setting achievable goals in the following areas:
GOAL 1. SAPPHIRE COAST ANGLICAN COLLEGE
GOAL 2. NEW COMMUNITY OUTREACH — SOUP KITCHEN
GOAL 3. FAMILY & CHILDRENS MINISTRIES
GOAL 4. ELDERLY MINISTRIES
GOAL 5. FINANCIAL GOALS
Sharing the Future seeks the financial resources we need to guarantee our future to which God is calling us.
This program will challenge each of us individually to reflect on our financial support of God’s work in the Parish, will seek to broaden our supporter base, and will explore options to assist us in attracting the financial resources we need.
Sharing the Future is planning for growth!
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