The guide for Sunday Worship on 8 January 2023 led by Rev. Graham Sturdy is available for download at the link below:
Category Archives: Previous Orders of Service
Worship Guide for Sunday 5 June
In Peace,
Rev. Graham Sturdy
St Andrew’s by the Sea Uniting Church, Glenelg
Worship Guide for Sunday 24 April 2022
Worship Guide for 13 February 2022
Dear All,
We had unusually low numbers yesterday at worship. I am aware of the reasons why some were unable to gather. I hope the others of you remain well and we look forward to your presence among us soon.
I’ve attached the liturgy and reflection from yesterday for you as well as the notice sheet.
Season of Lent
I would draw your attention to the upcoming Season of Lent which begins with Ash Wednesday on 2 March. Before COVID, we would observe the season together beyond worship with small group studies, shared meals, communion etc. It is hard to know what would be appreciated at this stage so I welcome your feedback. Please let me know what you would value and be able to commit to at this stage. We will need at least six people to make a group.
The latest advice from SA Health is available here.
Worship Guide for 6 February 2022
Hello all,
I found it heartening to be together for worship again after our recess. Some were unable to attend for health or other reasons. Attached you will find the liturgy, scripture reading, written reflection and prayers from yesterday.
If you haven’t seen it already, the new digital sign has been installed on Jetty Road. This sign was made possible by a generous gift from the estate of a St. Andrew’s member who passed away a few years ago. We discerned a sign that welcomed and informed the community beyond our doors was in keeping with this person and her service among us. Thank you to Morrie Croucher for his endurance with this project. Thank you, too, to Doreen Koh for making our inaugural slides with their fitting summer colour theme.
The latest advice from SA Health is available here.
Worship Guide for 31 January 2022
Hello All,
Attached is a worship resource for this week for those who wish to use it at home, by the shores of the beach, in a garden space, etc. Hopefully we can find a cooler spot in which to spend some time in prayer and contemplation.
Some have asked about gathered worship in February. The Leadership Council will meet on Thursday to make a decision and I will communicate with you shortly after. It is our hope that these weeks have given more of us the opportunity to get boosters and have encouraged limited communal activity during the worst part of the Omicron surge.
The latest advice from SA Health is available here.
Worship Guide for Sunday 23 January 2022
Dear Friends,
I hope you have been able to stay well over these weeks. I am aware of a few members of the St. Andrew’s community who have contracted COVID (and/or their family members). May their recovery be speedy.
Attached is a worship resource using the lectionary reading for this Sunday for those who find it helpful.
Even though over these years we’ve learned to be church and worship in our “scatteredness,” there is something valuable about being “gathered.” It is much like exercise for me. I know how to work out and have access to several types of routines for aerobic exercise, weight training, and stretching. But I greatly appreciate exercising with others. The community and encouragement I experience at my 6:00 am boxing fitness class is invaluable.
For this reason, it has been difficult for me to accept not gathering for worship during these weeks. But as ministry colleagues and community members become ill with COVID, I realise it is the wise decision.
Our food support service opened this week. We did not offer soup or coffee/tea but distributed fresh food and non-perishables only through the hall door into the courtyard. This enabled guests to remain outside and kept the exposure time more limited. Orange Sky returned today (thanks Nicky and co.!) and the orange van was a welcome sight. We will continue with this type of service through next week at least and the Board will consider when it is safe to resume our regular program.
The latest advice from SA Health is available here.
Worship Guide for Sunday 16 January 2022
Worship Guide for Sunday 9 Jan 2022
Dear Friends,
I hope you and yours have been able to stay well as the COVID numbers continue to rise in South Australia. As we heard recently, we will be riding this wave of the pandemic for the next few weeks and we hope to ride it sensibly and safely.
As a result, we received a communication from the Synod regarding gathered worship and other activities at this time with some factors to help us determine whether or not to gather in person. The Leadership Council agreed not to gather for worship throughout January. We will resume gathered worship when numbers plateau.
Rev. Graham Sturdy prepared an order of service for this Sunday 9 January which is attached for you. He will prepare another at home resource for you for next week which I will email to you. Thank you, Graham, for preparing these for our community.
Please spread the word among your church friends, especially those who do not have email. A sign will be placed on the church door for any potential visitors.
The latest advice from SA Health is available here.
Worship Guide for 19 Sep 2021
In Peace,
Rev. Graham Sturdy
Rev. Christine Gilbert Minister of the Word St Andrew's by the Sea Uniting Church 92 Jetty Road, Glenelg SA 5045 P: (08) 8295 1771 E: [email protected]