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Prayer Requests
Prayer isn't passive. Prayer is powerful.
Let's pray together today.
Let’s pray for those in need.
Let's life our praises and thanks for answered prayer!
I (Pr Pablo) recently read a post written by a colleague from an Adventist Church in the US and an outbreak of COVID-19 in their church congregation. It’s was a sombre reminder we need to persevere as a church and keep on doing what we’re doing.
Let’s keep on loving each other and supporting those in need. Please keep on supporting and praying for our leadership team, our elderly, children, youth, families and Pastor Nick and Sarah—with baby Sienna.
Please keep on supporting our production team as they prepare the online services every Monday.
Our church family has many needs, and we ask that you keep the following members in your daily prayers for healing and help.
- We want to praise God for the safe arrival of Nick & Sarah Kross's baby, Sienna, on 6 October. They are now home and we ask that you continue to remember them as they settle in with Baby Sienna. Here are some photos:
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- Year 12 students as they study for and sit their HSC exams
Please continue to keep our Year 12s in your prayers. Their HSC exams start on
20 October, and after such a difficult year, the support of their church family is invaluable. Let them know you're thinking of them with messages, notes or cards, not forgetting their families who have supported them through it all.
Our Year 12 students are:
Ryan, Ky, Matthew, Damian, Olivia, Sarah, D'Artanien, Micayla, Andrew, Declan and Ines. If you know others, please add them to your list.
- Neroli Hills, Declan & Luna as they grieve the loss of Neroli's dad, Des Hills. His funeral was on Wednesday
- Eric White ongoing treatment and health
- Colleen White's recovery after surgery
- Bob & Margaret Smith - Bob's ongoing treatment and health
- Nanette Boileau's health
- Bill & Heather Webster - ongoing ill health status
- Sharon Jones and her rehabilitation, praise for her progress
- Sarah Boccoletti's - praise for her recovery after life-saving surgery
- Our church's production team as they record our services each Monday. It's a huge commitment - we truly appreciate their dedication and talents
- Our medical and front-line personnel who are under such strain
- Our volunteers and firies as they begin preparing for another fire season
- Baby Imogen Rea, as well as her parents, sisters and extended family - they all need support as they fight Imogen's cancer.
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Baby Imogen was born with brain cancer, congenital Glioblastoma Multiforme Grade 4. Her parents, Brad and Christie Rea (pictured above in the hospital chapel) ask for us to please continue to pray for Imogen -
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- That the chemotherapy successfully all cancer in her.
- That Imogen is totally cured of cancer.
- That she does not have any bad long-term side effects of the treatment, and the cancer does not grow back or spread.
- That God gives her full healing and a long, healthy and cancer-free life, and helps her strengthen and grow.
- That her doctors and nurses know what to do, give her the right treatment, and that God strengthens Christie and Brad.
- That Imogen’s family stays healthy and does not get sick and that none of us get Covid-19.
- That the PRISM study quickly produces accurate targeted treatment to overcome the cancer.
“Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
Lamentations 3:22,23
If you know anyone else who needs or would like prayer,
please send a message to Pr Pablo, Nick, Jess or Marvin.
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Youth Social This Weekend
This Sabbath, 17 October, we will be meeting
at the church at 2:00pm and heading out for a bushwalk.
Bring a hat, waterbottle, snack, jacket and backpack.
Contact Jess if you'd like more information.
We look forward to seeing you!
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Castle Hill SDA Youth - Get Connected!
Go to Instagram to keep informed of socials, Sabbath Schools, Feature Friday testimonies, and inspiration from the Bible.
Click the button below to go to the Insta page.
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Castle Hill Men's Ministry is an inclusive open group that is looking to always inspire, lift up the name of Jesus, and better still, be in alignment with our church values and mission of being that light into the world.
We hold a Zoom Bible study each Wednesday night - men of all ages are most welcome to join any time!
This week starting Sabbath tonight, Castle Hill Men's Ministry is having a Week of Prayer. The difference is, every man needs to connect with a buddy from church and continue the week with that person. It may be a physical call, or a text message if you are not too confident over the phone.
We want to do this before 7:00am each morning through the week to Sabbath Close next week. Your prayer may be for increased wisdom, understanding, faith, career, family, or just a simple need.
Let us be strong in this and I appeal to the hearts of men, young and old, to join in this, as this is the way we will conquer Life's challenges.
God bless, and let us stay in touch. Happy Sabbath and pray strong! - Chris Engel
For more information, please contact Chris - 041 276 0401
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To keep informed of all Women's Ministries events and inspiration, please go to
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Senior's Ministries - Retirees Enjoying Life (REL)
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If you would like to be added to the REL Group's emailing list to keep informed about events and news, please contact Shirley Hinze on relgroup2018@gmail.com |
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Gardening at Church
Although the church building is taking a rest, it is still needing constant care. If you'd like to some weeding or trimming over the holidays or during the week, we'd love you to volunteer!
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Community Response
There is also a huge opportunity to reach out and invest time in our community and friends through local service projects. Like on Sunday 13 September, a small group met up at the home of a local resident who had expressed a need for help around his
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home and yard. Armed with lawnmowers, edge trimmers, rakes, spades and garbage bags, we cleaned up around his home and garden. If this is something you'd like to get involved with, please contact Chris Engel to find out what is lined up in the future. Refreshments are always provided and we truly look forward to demonstrating God's love through service. It is a lot of fun working as a team to glorify His name, and help someone out.
To volunteer to do gardening at church, or if you'd like to be involved in other community service projects, please contact our Maintenance Coordinator and Men's Ministries Leader, Chris Engel - 0412 760 401
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Food Parcels - During this current crisis, we have the opportunity to be the Church like never before! We’re being the hands and feet of Jesus in very practical ways, and you can help!
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We have so many people to feed, so many people in need. Our mission statement is to be the most loving church—so let's take this golden opportunity to give back and help struggling people in our community.
A big thank you to the many families dropping off food to Castle Hill. We’re still in great need of food, as there is much pain in the community. If you are able to provide food for ADRA Blacktown or Mt Druitt food pantries, please drop the food off on Monday from 2:00pm-7:00pm - Richard Hurrell will be at church until 4:00pm, and Pr Pablo will be around till 7:00pm to can take your donations too. Alternatively, please contact Pr Pablo and he can arrange for someone to collect your donation from you.
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Fund for Needy Persons (FFNP)
The Fund for Needy Persons (FFNP) Committee has acknowledged that some church members wish to support other members facing hardship and poverty because of loss of employment caused by our current pandemic.
The aim of the FFNP is to restore independence by helping people back on their feet again. The charity is maintained by the generosity of members who give regularly and when the annual offering is collected. Contributions to this fund can be made via egiving.org.au/ and search Church Fund for the Needy. Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
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"Your contribution can help people facing a variety of needs, such as rental arears and financial setbacks, to relief and housing. Fund for the Needy really helps people get back on their feet." - Malcolm Rea, ADRA Director and Secretary for FFNP
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ADRA Australia serves humanity so that all may live as God intended
– free from poverty and disadvantage.
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ADRA's Appeal "Knocktober" continues throughout October -
You can make monetary donations to ADRA at www.adra.org.au/donate
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Because of COVID-19, there is no ADRA Appeal door-knock and there is a worry that ADRA will not have the funds needed to maintain the work that they do – work that sustains and supports so many people who are down and out; people that have been abused, neglected, disabled and, without ADRA's help, have little hope for tomorrow.
"I know that God is faithful," says Malcolm Rea, ADRA Director–Greater Sydney. "He has a heart for poor vulnerable people and will touch the hearts of those who feel that that they have been blessed and during this pandemic and have the capacity to give.
Since we are not able to collect face-to-face this year, there may be a creative way for you to raise funds for such a needy cause. Social media has been a great tool during our world crisis - maybe you have a way to use your network and connections? Share on your Facebook or Instagram page a link or video about ADRA Appeal, to encourage your contacts to donate. ADRA’s website allows donations to go where donors want. Select one of the options provided or specify i.e. Macquarie Fields Community Centre. Alternatively, register for an on-line fundraising event.
To find out more about the Adventist Development & Relief Agency and the Knocktober Appeal, go to ADRA Australia website: www.adra.org.au
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Watch Ross's story, how ADRA has been his help in a time of crisis.
If you'd like to help, please click on the button below to donate:
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Living Our Faith - Living 28
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$19.95 each
Fresh perspectives on practising our faith, by Jarrod Stackelroth
How can the truths expressed Seventh-day Adventist Church’s fundamental beliefs make a practical difference in your life? It's so important to practise our faith, not just believe it! Knowing what you believe is helpful. Living what you believe is transformational!
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A collection of 29 contemporary writers from Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific share fresh and relevant, thoughtful and faithful, inspiring and—at times—challenging perspectives that will revive your faith and how you practise it. Each chapter, first published in Adventist Record, includes questions for group discussion or personal reflection.
Ideal for personal reading, youth and small groups, a Bible study or Sabbath school resource or even a baptismal gift.
“Any belief that has value must be lived out in our stories every day. This book challenges us to live God’s story as disciples of Jesus.”—Glenn Townend, President, South Pacific Division
Special offer!
For every 5 of these books you put in your cart, each 5th book will be free!
Available from Adventist Book Centre - buy online at adventistbookcentre.com.au
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Do you know how to tell others about what your church believes?
Here is a wonderful video that you can share with them about
What Adventists Believe.
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Special Church Service on Sabbath, 31 October at 11:00am
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On Sabbath 31 October, our speaker will be Dr Darius Jankiewicz, who will be talking to us about the Protestant Church Reformation. Our worship service will be coordinated by our own very talented John Duncan, who has planned a rich program of hymns and scripture to give us an outline of this important event in history.
Be sure to join us at 11:00am for this very special online church service!
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Upcoming Speakers at Castle Hill Church
October
24. Marvin Malcolm: Growing Together Summit II
Offering: Castle Hill SDA Church
31. Dr Darius Jankiewicz: Protestant Reformation Day
Offering: Castle Hill SDA Church
November
07. Nicholas Kross: "Where We Have Been"
Offering: Castle Hill SDA Church
14. "What We Are Thankful For"
Offering: World Mission Budget
21. Adventurer & Pathfinder Investiture
Offering: Castle Hill SDA Church
28. Pr Pablo Lillo: 2021 Vision - "Where Are We Going?"
Offering: Castle Hill SDA Church
Our Church Vision:
The vision of Castle Hill Seventh-day Adventist church is to be the most loving church.
Our mission is for us to take the good of Jesus Christ to every place we can, in every way possible. Whatever the means, we want to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to our School, friends, family, neighbours, and the wider community.
We exist:
1. To honour God through worship.
2. To share the Gospel message of Jesus with others.
3. To connect with others in meaningful relationships.
4. To prepare disciples to fulfil their purpose.
5. To encourage leaders in their God-given destiny.
Senior Pastor – Pablo Lillo
E: pastor.pablo@icloud.com
M: 0412 588 827
Associate Pastor – Nick Kross
E: nicholaskross@adventist.edu.au
M: 0423 107 766
Youth Pastor – Jessica Laws
E: jessicalaws@adventist.org.au
M: 0424 370 294
Senior Elder - Marvin Malcolm
E: marvin_malcolm@yahoo.co.uk
M: 0414 430 688
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