What's on?

Tuesdays: 3, 10, 17 and 24 November | 9:30am - 11am

Women are invited to a 4 week series called Cultivating Prayerfulness.

We will explore the following topics:

• What prayer is and why we struggle to pray
• Biblically formed prayer
• Unanswered prayer
• A praying church.

We will also consider practical steps for prayer and discus different habits that can help strengthen prayer in our lives.

For more information, or to be a part of the group, contact Kate Pearse, Kate@stjudesbowral.org.au

Yarn Group is a great afternoon of fellowship. The aim is to come together and knit, crochet, and embroider for the newborn packs given by Mothers Union Bowral to mothers in Bowral Hospital or at Baptisms.

Yarn groups meets at 2:00pm every second Tuesday of the month, in the church building, behind the fireplace.

Our next gathering is on Tuesday 10th November 2:00pm

Please contact the church office if you would like to know more. office@stjudesbowral.org.au

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Friday: 13, 20, 27 November & 4 December | 4:00pm - 5:50pm

If you're in Year 3, we have some exciting news... you're almost a Year 4, which means you're old enough to come and try Arvo Club!

For the next four weeks, we'd love to invite you along to join in the fun. Arvo Club is packed with games, great friends, yummy food, and the chance to learn more about Jesus and God's big plans for us in the Bible.

It's a great way to get a taste of what next year will be like, meet some of the leaders, and get to know other kids who come along each week.

We can't wait to welcome you!

For more information: contact jaryd@stjudesbowral.org.au

Friday: 13, 20, 27 November & 4 December | 6:30pm - 8:30pm

If you're in Year 6 and heading to high school next year, we'd love you to come and check out St Jude's Youth.

For four weeks, we're inviting Year 6 students to join us on Friday nights and get a feel for youth group before next year begins. It's a great chance to meet some of the leaders, connect with older students, and see what youth group is all about.

We meet from 6:30-8:30pm each Friday for a fun night of games, time with friends, and exploring what it means to follow Jesus. Each week we hear from the Bible, discuss it together in small groups, and enjoy plenty of fun along the way.

We'd love to see you there!

For more information, contact matt@stjudesbowral.org.au.

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Saturday 14 November, 9:00am - 3:00pm

‍Any volunteer at St Jude’s undertaking or wishing to undertake ministry to children and youth is required to complete safe ministry training. This training is also beneficial for those involved in ministry to other vulnerable people.

If you are someone who needs or would like to complete safe ministry training, a face-to-face training option is available at St Stephen’s Anglican Church, Mittagong on Saturday 14 November.

Saturday 21 November | 5:30pm - 8:30pm

About:
All women of St Jude’s are warmly invited to our annual dinner for an evening of food, fellowship, and spiritual encouragement.

Our focus this year is Prayer. We will hear from Amy Perkins and will have the opportunity to pray for five organisations supporting children and women facing challenges in life.

We are looking forward to sharing a meal, fruitful conversations, and a time of spiritual growth as we learn more about prayer and support, through our prayers, organisations working with women and children in vulnerable situations.

The Details:

‍When: Saturday 21 November, 5:30 - 8:30pm

Where: St Jude’s Anglican Church, Bowral

Tickets: $25

RSVP: For catering purposes, please purchase your ticket Here or RSVP to the Church Office (office@stjudesbowral.org.au or call/text 0476 244 433) by Tuesday 16 November. Please specify any dietary requirements when you RSVP.

We’re looking forward to seeing you there!

9am goers, please join us after the service on Sunday 29 November for an extended morning tea.This will be a lovely opportunity to extend our time of fellowship together after the service. All welcome!

5pm goers, please join us for our last dinner of the year, and a great time of fellowship after the service on Sunday, 29 November!

Mothers Union Bowral is part of the worldwide Mothers Union (MU), a 140 year old Christian organisation, active in 84 countries with over 4 million members (men and women) who are linked by daily prayer. MU members worldwide volunteer to run various grassroots ministries focused on meeting families at their point of need.

MU runs a variety of events and seminars throughout the year. We also gather on the first Thursday of each month at 10:00am for our regular monthly meetings.

Our next meeting is on Thursday 3 December

‍If you would like to learn more about MU then please come along to one of our activities or meetings or contact Gill Truman gillytruman@gmail.com.

Future MU Meeting Dates:

First Thursday of the month at 10:00am

Join Mothers Union Bowral as we celebrate the season of Advent at our annual Advent Service. Advent is a special time of preparation and anticipation as we reflect on the hope, peace and love of Christ. It’s service which helps prepare our hearts for the celebration of His birth at Christmas. All local churches are warmly invited to join us for this special occasion, followed by morning tea and a wonderful opportunity to enjoy fellowship and catch up with friends.

Saturday 5 December | 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Please join us for the annual St Jude’s Christmas party which will take place at St Jude’s Anglican Church, Auditorium!

It will be a wonderful opportunity for the whole church family to get together, to sing carols, and to share in a meal.

Bring your own picnic dinner, drinks and a picnic rug. Chairs and tables will also be available if preferred.

We hope to see you there!

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Wednesday 16 December | 7:00pm

in the Traditional Church Building

This service is for anyone finding Christmas challenging this year—whether carrying personal burdens like grief, illness, conflict, or simply feeling confused and weary with the state of the world.

Join us to acknowledge your sorrow, bring your honest doubts, and be reminded of God’s deep concern and abiding presence in difficult times. 

A light supper will be served at the conclusion of our formal time together.

All are welcome.