August – September 2024 Newsletter
St. Andrew’s Uniting Church, Longueville
August – September 2024 Newsletter
Hard work and dedication are essential qualities for achieving our goals, no matter what they are. With hard work, we can develop the skills and discipline needed to succeed, while dedication gives us the strength to overcome any obstacle that comes our way.
When it comes to achieving our goals, there’s one thing that stands above everything else – hard work and dedication. Without these two qualities, it’s almost impossible to achieve anything worthwhile. But with hard work and dedication, we can achieve most things, just as we did for Market Morning.
Hard work and dedication are so important because success doesn’t come easy. It takes perseverance and putting in the time and effort to get things done. It’s about going the extra mile, doing more than what’s expected. When we work hard, we become better at what we do, and we develop a sense of discipline and commitment that will help us in all aspects of our lives.
CHURCH COUNCIL REPORT
We all wanted Market Morning 2024 to be special and it was! Virginia started the day at 6:30 am with her customary announcement on ABC radio that we would be open at 8:00 am. By that time an orderly queue had formed. There was a steady stream of shoppers, the rain held off and everyone who attended received a genuine bargain. We were thrilled when Virginia arrived, to be greeted by many well-wishers. She was thanked for her many years of sterling service and given a rousing three cheers.
This was a real team effort, everyone who was well enough to attend made a contribution. This involved not only manning the stalls on Saturday morning, but unpacking and setting up during the week before, cooking and jam making at home. Sales closed at 1:00 pm then there was another round of packing up. We had made a conscious decision that ‘Everything Must Go’. Frances from St. Michael’s Church indicated her willingness to help by selling goods on-line. By Saturday evening we had an offer from a group of refugees to purchase all the books so they can set up a library. Some items will be donated to Vinnies, others sold via a website and a small amount will go to landfill.
Any leftover jams will be for sale on Election Day, September 14, when we will need more cakes jams, slices and plants.
There were three magnificent hampers which were donated to us by Margaret Murden, Sonia’s Lebanese and Artarmon Continental Food Groceries. The winners were Stan Lee, the Overtons and Megan Cribb. The Hummerston’s meat voucher went to Matthew Breeze.
Special thanks to Krikor’s generous friends, Haig and Maty Yostikian, who made the delicious Kebab wraps, and donated all the sale money.
Many thanks to Dee and Krikor for their planning, guidance, encouragement, hard work over many hours and support which ensured that the day was a success. We were able to raise the substantial sum of $12,000. WELL DONE!
So ends a chapter in the life of St. Andrew’s. The first Saturday next August will be filled with happy memories of former Market Mornings.
Penny Goodley
REV. BILL CREWS’ FOUNDATION INVITATION
St. Andrew’s received an invitation to attend a Christmas in July dinner at Bill Crews’ Loaves and Fishes restaurant to thank donors. Chris, Wendy and Penny took the train to Ashfield on a chilly 25 July Thursday evening. The hall was filled with about 80 Exodus supporters, where we were served a hearty 3-course meal by Bill’s volunteers, with white linen tablecloths and serviettes. Ten children from the local school sang Christmas carols. Various guests were asked to introduce themselves and explain their part in supporting the Foundation. Our contribution has been for over 30 years. The Foundation does far more than feed the homeless.
Here is what was achieved during 2023/2024:
448,125 meals served, 25,173 food parcels, 4,455 healthcare and social work consultations and 466 children attending literacy and therapy programs
LIAM McKENNA’s ORDINATION
Krikor, Chris and Penny attended Liam’s ordination service on Saturday 27 July at Neutral Bay Uniting Church. It was a joyous but formal service with several members of Presbytery taking an active role. We were able to spend time talking with ministers and lay people while partaking of a delicious afternoon tea. Liam’s first placement is a continuation of his role as Lane Cove Chaplain at Lane Cove Uniting Church.
TIME 4 U, Wednesdays at 10:00 am
Cost: $5 for home-made morning tea and a welcoming and friendly morning amongst friends.
PIZZA AND MOVIE NIGHT – First Tuesday of the month – since Dec 2011!
6:30 pm Pizza, 7:15 pm movie! BYO drinks!
6 August. Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949). An entertaining combination of British farce, satire and black comedy, the story of a suave and elegant serial murderer starring Dennis Price, Valerie Hobson, Joan Greenwood and Alec Guiness. (102 mins)
3 September. One Life (2023). The true story of Sir Nicholas Winton (1909-2015). The biographical drama of the young London broker who, in the months leading up to WWII, rescued over 600 children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia. Starring Anthony Hopkins, Johnny Flynn and Helena Bonham Carter. (110 mins)
Come along and enjoy what is the best value dinner and movie combo in town!
Cost: $12.00
Bookings essential: 9428 4287/9427 4740
LANE COVE MUSIC
Our fourth concert for 2024 presents the Lurline String Quartet with classics from Mozart, Schubert and Rachmaninov and favourites from the Musicals on Tuesday 13 August at 7:30 pm in LCM Anglican Church.
Tickets $30 cash at the door or via our website www.lanecovemusic.org.au Enquiries: Chris Butters 9428 4287 Penny Goodley 9803 1735
Lane Cove Music again received a grant of $1500 from Lane Cove Council to help with expenses. Our council donates $545,000 or 11c per person to many local groups, from preschool to the men’s shed. The largest recipient is always Sydney Community Services (formerly LC Community Aid). The list of the 2024/25 grants will be posted on the pin board in the foyer.
SPRING FASHION PARADE – Wednesday 18 September, 10:15 am
Once again, we will welcome Stafford Fashions with spring clothes and Tina Hyman with her jewellery. Start the day with a sumptuous morning tea and browse among the garments prior to the parade. After the parade, try and buy!
Entry fee is $12 per person and proceeds will help support the Rev Bill Crews’ Foundation. Please put this date in your diary and invite friends and neighbours to come along and support this popular event.
RECYCLING BLISTER PACKS
I suspect everyone has an empty blister pack to pop in the rubbish bin. Did you know that you can recycle these at the Council Chambers? There are also containers for batteries, light globes, toothbrushes etc. There will be a basket for blister packs (only) in the foyer.
FATHERHOOD
Youth is wasted on the young. It is the same with fatherhood. All fathers should be between 40 and 60. George Bernard Shaw
AUGUST DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:
Aug 3, Sat 8:00 am – Market Morning
Aug 4, Sun 9:30 am – Sunday Communion Service
Aug 6, Tue 6:30 pm – Pizza/Movie Night “Kind Hearts and Coronets”
Aug 14, Wed 12:30 pm – Elders/Church Council Meeting
Aug 16, Fri 6:30 pm – Event Cinemas in Top Ryde World Premiere
Documentary “The Golden Chain of Mercy”
Aug 25, Sun 3:00 pm – Event Cinemas in Top Ryde World Premiere
Documentary “The Golden Chain of Mercy”
SEPTEMBER DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:
Sep 1, Sun 9:30 am – Sunday Communion Service – Father’s Day
Sep 3, Tue 6:30 pm – Pizza/Movie Night “One Life”
Sep 11, Wed 12:30 pm – Elders/Church Council Meeting
Sep 14, Sat All day – Local Government Elections (Cake stall)
Sep 18, Wed 10:15 am – Spring Fashion Parade
OCTOBER DATES FOR YOUR DIARY:
Oct 1, Tue 6:30 pm – Pizza/Movie Night “A Man Called Otto”
Oct 6, Sun 9:30 am – Sunday Communion Service – Daylight Saving
Oct 9, Wed 12:30 pm – Elders/Church Council Meeting
Oct 13, Sun 9:30 am – Combined Service with Lane Cove at LCU
Great Outback BBQ
To contact Krikor call on 0418 417 411
standrewsunite@tpg.com.au
Church Office phone: 9427 4740
Church Website
http://www.longueville.unitingchurch.org.au