4:30pm-6:00pm Sunday 22nd of March 2026

 

MEDITATION IN THE SCRIPTURES PART:2

We've been thinking about what it means to flourish over the last many weeks. Mindfulness and also a capacity of discernment are foundational, as is an understanding of how to interpret and mediate on the scriptures.

Meditation is different to just 'studying." As Martin Luther put it: "Meditation means to think persistently, deeply and diligently. Properly speaking, it means to chew over something in the heart. ”— Martin Luther

How do the scriptures help us to grow? How do we meditate using the Bible? We'll review the Lectio Devina and have a practice together.

Light refreshments

Venue: Mernda Social Support Centre, Activity Room:1&2  70 Mernda Village. 

Sunday 29th of March 2026 -- Fifth Sunday - No Haven on today

 
NOTE — It's the fifth Sunday of the month — No formal activity today on 29th of March 2026

• This extra Sunday of the month is a gift for us all to use!
• Plan in that: “We must catch up one day!” catch up!
• Chat with the Neighbours?
• Go out for lunch with the family?
• Leisurely coffee with a friend?
• Curl up with a book?
• Lie on the lawn and watch the clouds and the autumn leaves?
• We're back on NEXT week: HERE

Maundy Thursday | 2nd of April— 5:00pm-6:30pm | At Table Together

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• Thursday 2nd of April— 5:00pm-6:30pm (NOT Sunday!)
• At Table Together 
• A simple meal on Maundy Thursday to remember the last supper Jesus had with his disciples. 
• We will organise for different ones to bring a first-course or dessert or drinks to share. 
• We will meet in a home and break bread together. 
• For Venue — SMS for details.      
• Note: No further Sunday gatherings till term 2. 
• Back again Sunday 19/4

 

NOTE: HAVEN is having a break over the Easter & Term holidays!

• Note: We are having a break over Easter & Term holidays!

• 03/04 —Good Friday— No Haven program. Join with your family & friends in other local churches
• 05/04 — Easter Sunday — No Haven program. Join with your family & friends in other local churches
• 12/04 — No Haven program during school holidays.
• 19/04 — 4:30pm  Sunday— We’re back today at the Mernda Social Support Centre!  

Haven schedule to May 2026

Note: Many of these activities will take place at the Social Support Centre, Activity Room:3, 70 Mernda Village Drive, Mernda.

Note too, that from time to time we may swap some activities around - so always check back here closer to the date! 😊 

4:30pm-6:00pm Sunday 15th of March 2026

MEDITATION IN THE SCRIPTURES pt1 

We've been thinking about what it means to flourish over the last many weeks. Mindfulness and also a capacity of discernment are foundational, as is an understanding of how to interpret and mediate on the scriptures.

Meditation is different to just 'studying." As Martin Luther put it: "Meditation means to think persistently, deeply and diligently. Properly speaking, it means to chew over something in the heart. ”— Martin Luther

How do the scriptures help us to grow? How do we meditate using the Bible? We'll review the Lectio Devina and have a practice together.

Light refreshments

Venue: Mernda Social Support Centre, Activity Room:1&2  70 Mernda Village. 

 

Be Still, My Soul

Words: Katharina von Schlegel, 1697 

Music: "Finlanda" by Jean Sibelius 1899[Key: C] 

Verse 1 Be still, my soul: the Lord is on thy side; Bear patiently the cross of grief or pain. Leave to thy God to order and provide; In every change, He faithful will remain. Be still, my soul: thy best, thy heavenly Friend Through thorny ways leads to a joyful end. 

Verse 2 Be still, my soul: thy God doth undertake To guide the future, as He has the past. Thy hope, thy confidence let nothing shake; All now mysterious shall be bright at last. Be still, my soul: the waves and winds still know His voice Who ruled them while He dwelt below. 

Verse 3 Be still, my soul: when dearest friends depart, And all is darkened in the vale of tears, Then shalt thou better know His love, His heart, Who comes to soothe thy sorrow and thy fears. Be still, my soul: thy Jesus can repay From His own fullness all He takes away. 

Verse 4 Be still, my soul: the hour is hastening on When we shall be forever with the Lord When disappointment, grief and fear are gone, Sorrow forgot, love's purest joys restored. Be still, my soul: when change and tears are past All safe and blessèd we shall meet at last.

Haven | 4:30pm-5:45pm | Sunday 8th of March 2026

  

• 4:30pm-5:45pm Sunday 8th of March 2026
• Worship Focus: Join us as we return to the beautiful Mernda Wetlands in Spring for a contemplative nature walk. 
• This is an invitation to slow down & spend time in the outdoors enjoying God’s amazing creation. Spend time engaging your senses; connecting with nature and God. 
• We will meet Cnr of Glenwood Ave & Wilton Vale Rd Mernda. (See below)
• BYO water bottle and any refreshments. (Note there are no loos!)
• Check Blog or FB page for details & changes in case of inclement weather!

4:00pm-5:30pm Sunday 1st of March 2026 | Picnic in the park

NOTE: IT LOOKS LKE SUNDAY COULD BE RAINY - IF IT IS, WE WILL MEET FOR AN 'INDOOR' PICNIC AT OUR USUAL VENUE!

Venue: Mernda Social Support Centre, Activity Room:1&2  70 Mernda Village. 

STILL AT 4.00PM

• 01/03 — 4:00pm-5:30pm (Note earlier start time) 
• Picnic Tea in the park. 
• BYO basket of goodies to share, blankets (or picnic chairs) and frisbee 
• Venue: Mernda Adventure Playground. Mernda Village Drive &, Greig Dr, Mernda. (SEE LINK)  https://maps.app.goo.gl/atgQbhVapYfEkK8FA
• Check Blog for details & changes in case of inclement weather.