July

Once again South Australia finds itself in lockdown as health officials grapple the very infectious Delta strain. We pray for compassion and patience as we work and school from home, and stay away from friends and family. While we are apart, God is present with us and still we worship.

In this newsletter you will see we have many events planned for August through to October, including:

Synod Art Project Guided Tours - August 17
Thank You for the Music - MiniM's 10th Anniversary Concert POSTPONED
Music and Worship - an all day event on August 21
The Preaching Series - September 6, 20 and October 11 and 25

We will keep you updated to any changes to these events, guided by the latest restrictions from the SA government.

We have also included a link to resources for worship at home during this time of isolation.

Peace,
Jenni, Neryl and Anne

One last chance to go on a tour!

Artists from all around South Australia and beyond have shared theological reflection through art and transformed the Synod office building. Come and see the artwork before the exhibition ends on 17 August. Tours conducted by Dieter Engler, Karan Hudson and Neryl McCallum.

Tours are free but registrations are essential.
Register here.

POSTPONED!

We will let you know as soon as we have a new date for the concert.

Music has always played a role in worship, from the Israelites living in Exile to the Psalms to the church gathering together in Colossae to Gregorian chant to Wesleyan hymns to the pop rock of Hillsong, singing and music has been a way for people to meet with and offer praise and prayer to God.
Music is important in worship, it can enliven and deepen worship, and it can do the opposite. What we sing shapes our theology and our knowledge of God.
This full-day workshop will enable church musicians to gather together to engage in conversation, share experiences and ideas and resources. It offers an opportunity for church musicians to contemplate the how and why of having music in worship and their own practise.

When: Saturday 21st August, 10am - 4pm

Where: Rosefield Uniting Church
Cost: $50 for the day (includes morning and afternoon tea)
$120 for a group of 3 or more people from one congregation

Book here

In the fifth year of CMLA's Preaching Series we continue to explore the art and practice of preaching. In times like these, how might you grab hold of the gospel and find words that are responsive to and accessible for those who gather, and have context and meaning for those who don’t?

Monday mornings
9:30am - 11:00am
September 6 and 20, October 11 and 25
Cafe Fellini's, North Adelaide
Cost: $25 per session, $75 for all four

Book here

Save the date!

More details to follow for Songwrite in Adelaide

Worship in a Time of Isolation

If you would like assistance with worship resources or worship planning for the current circumstances, please visit our website where we have posted relevant resources. For more information or support with these resources, you can also contact Jenni Hughes on jennifer@cmla.org.au or Neryl McCallum on neryl@cmla.org.au.

From our wider community...

Bridgewater Arts Centre
Supporting artists in The Hills
407 Mount Barker Rd, Bridgewater
Visit us at: https://bridgewaterartscentre.com
Facebook: Bridgewater Arts Centre – Adelaide Hills

Love a good story?
Join us for an exceptional evening of storytelling in a warm comfortable and friendly space.

After the Storm
A performance piece of story tellers who created and honed their storytelling skills during their workshops with author Rachael Mead, in the style of “The Moth.”
Commissioned by Adelaide Hills Council for their Winter Words program, you will laugh, cry and wonder as you hear tales of life.

Saturday July 31 7.30 – 9.30pm
Doors open at 7.00pm for plates and drinks
Bookings: FULL $20 / CONCESSION $15 /GROUP of 8 $104
FAMILY of 5 $60 Children at primary school FREE
https://www.trybooking.com/BSEIT

Rachael Mead
The Application of Pressure, Rachael’s debut novel was published by Affirm Press in 2020 and has received stunning reviews.

“Mead brings precision, empathy and an engaging sense of place (with a) full spectrum of emotion, tone and effect.” The Advertiser

“Insightful, jaw-dropping, hilarious, horrifying.” Mike Hopkins

“Authentic and original.” Peter Goldsworthy

Bridgewater Arts Centre is a community resource of the Bridgewater Uniting Church where Life is Better Together.

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