Anglican Parish of Horsham
proclaiming Christ in the Wimmera since 1876
Events
Priest’s Ponderings
Dear sisters and brothers in Christ,
In today’s Gospel Jesus in sending his disciples out on mission urges them three time not to be afraid. Fear can be very real and we all can experience it in different ways throughout our lives. May today’s readings and liturgy be an opportunity to identify our fears and confront them, knowing Jesus is also with us, to support and help us as fears arise. The Lord listens to the needy. Fr Ian
During the Week worship & prayers
Worship & Prayer this Week St Johns
Tuesday 23rd June: 9.30am Morning Prayer
10am-12.30pm Parish Office Open
5.00pm Evening Prayer
Wednesday 24th June: 9.30am Morning Prayer
10.00am Mass
5.00pm Evening Prayer
Thursday 25th June: 9.30am Morning Prayer
5.00pm Evening Prayer
Friday 26th June: 9.30am Morning Prayer
5.00pm Evening Prayer
Bible Reading Challenge – Copies of Bible Reading Challenge for June with reflections, prayers, daily & weekly questions are available in the church porch.
Parish Annual Meeting- To be held Sunday 26th July 2026. Electoral Roll & Nominations forms available. Reports please to be submitted to Fr Ian by Sunday 12th July.
Parish 150th – Friday 16th October to Sunday 18th October. Events Friday evening, Saturday afternoon/evening & Sunday morning. SAVE THE DATE!! Photos welcome for scanning & Memorabilia also. More details to come.
Prayer for Discerning a new Bishop
We give thanks for the ministry of Bishop Garry as bishop since 2011. Please use the prayer below as a new bishop is discerned to lead us.
Eternal God, shepherd and guide, in your mercy give your Church in this diocese of Ballarat a shepherd after your own heart who will walk in your ways, and with loving care watch over your people. Give us a leader of vision and a teacher of your truth. So may your church be built up and your name glorified; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Parish Facebook Page
Recently, James Howarth set-up for the parish a Facebook page. Fr Ian and James current administer the site. You can like the page on Facebook by going to Horsham Anglicans. Any suggestions for additions are warmly welcome.
Exploring Faith – No Exploring Faith this week. More will be announced in a few weeks time.
Sing-a-long hymns – Next Sunday 28th June at 4.30pm. Light Refreshments following.
Alpha- There is an Alpha Course commencing Tuesday 21st July, 6.30pm at Church of Christ. More details to come.
First Communion- Fr Ian welcomes any enquiries regards receiving Communion prior to Confirmation. This includes for children. Please speak to him if interested to know more.
Confirmation- Likewise enquries about Confirmation are welcome.
Quizz Questions
Last weeks answers:
- Receiving bread only in Holy Communion is as valid as receiving both the bread and the wine? True or False - True
- In Christians tradition what have been the days of obligation for celebrating & receiving Holy Communion? - For Anglicans traditionally 3 times; Christmas, Easter & one other.
This week’s questions:
- What are the two main creeds we use in Anglican Churches?
- When were they formulated?
Parish Council
The next Parish Council meeting is the Annual General Meeting of the Parish to be held in the Guild Room room July 26th 2026, at 11:00am.
Sunday School
On 1st and 3rd Sundays or as advised and under Christinedah's leadership. Meet at 9:30am in the Sunday School
"In recess during school holidays".
Please remember
Horsham Emergency Relief & Anglicare
Please help support CEFC & Anglicare with food, toiletries, hats, scarves and anything you can offer. Thank you for your consideration of the needs of others. We continue to give thanks for all volunteers who give their talents, time and gifts to assist those in need who seek support and a comforting word.
Banking
If you would like to make a DIRECT DEBIT to the parish.
The details are: NAB – BSB 083 680 A/C No 51582 6127
Thank you for your support for God’s Mission in and beyond our parish.
Hope 25
God of Hope, You call us to proclaim your love in this uncertain world. By your Spirit, awaken in us a clarity of vision, a certainty of hope, and a dedication to serve, that will draw others to share and celebrate the hope we have in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Diocesan 150th Anniversary Prayer
Creator God of love,
All time and every place is your gift.
We thank you that you have blessed our Diocese for the last 150 years, even when we have failed in our high calling to herald your kingdom.
Your forgiveness, love and peace sustained generations of our forebears,
And we rejoice that you still bless us and invite us to work with you to build justice, hope and love in Western Victoria.
Inspire us with a new vision and new energy as we face the future, and help us to trust and commit to the humble serving path of Jesus, guided by your Holy Spirit. Amen.