Church Newsletter | Issue #02
May 2024
Remar Church
Many Hands
“Uzziel son of Harhaiah, one of the goldsmiths, repaired the next section; and Hananiah, one of the perfume-makers,
made repairs next to that. They restored Jerusalem as far as the Broad Wall”
Nehemiah 3:8
There’s an old saying, “many hands make light work.” The idea is that a major task is made easier by many hands shouldering the same burden.
In the book Nehemiah, we see this at work. God calls Nehemiah, an ordinary man to rebuild the broken walls of Jerusalem. As God often does, He assembles an unlikely team to help, people that you would never expect to see repairing a massive rock wall. Here we read goldsmiths working side by side perfume-makers to grout joints. We read about local politicians laying bricks. We see Levite priests, from the lowest rank all the way to the high priest bolting
gates in place. And we see daughters joining the men in hard labour, all with a common goal, a shared vision to help rebuild what was broken.
Throughout Chapter 3 it lists name after name, family after family contributing in rebuilding this massive wall. The message here is that the work of God is not just for pastors, missionaries or church staff. The work of God is for everyone who calls Jesus their Savior- no matter your background, age or qualification, there is always a way to contribute.
Remar all over the world works this way too. We all come from different walks of life, different journeys, have different talents but joining together to help rebuild lives that have been broken.
Whatever your background, whatever your capacity, there is always something to contribute in helping extend the kingdom of God.
If you have time or resources to support the work we do, please reach out to Shane or send me an email at remar_pr@outlook.com
WHATS HAPPENING AT REMAr
Verse of the Week
But he said, “The things which
are impossible with men are
possible with God”
Luke 18:27
iMPORTANT dATES
Sunday Church - Starts 11am
Mothers Day Service - 12th May
coming Soon!
Baptisms - Date to be confirmed. Reach out to
Ps Luis if you would like to be Baptised
Wednesdays @ Remar Church
Community Meals - 5pm every Wednesday
We hold a meeting every Wednesday at our church site so if you’d like to join us, make sure to check out the information below!
Monthly Schedule:
Week 1 (Wednesday): Open Heaven (Worship) night.
Week 2 (Wednesday): Bible Study
Week 3 (Wednesday): Community Meeting
Week 4 (Wednesday): Bible Study
Week 5 (Alternating 5th Wednesday of the month): Bible Study
All sessions start at 7pm
A personal reflection on Last Sunday's Sermon - Remaining In The Word
Therefore, everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the
rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against the house, yet it did not fall, because it had
its foundation on the rock.– Matthew 7:24-25
When you face a difficult situation in your life, what’s your default? Pastor Luis Gutierrez’s sermon talked about Gratitude,
Obedience & Faith because of remaining in the Word of God – all of which I know I need in my life, but it is really tested
when I am in a “situation”. We have all been there and if I can be vulnerable here, I will admit, my default has not been to
go to God most of the time. I have allowed my feelings to take over and then my mind to try and fix my feelings and the
situation. Until of course, nothing works and then I scream “GOD, WHERE ARE YOU?”. Reality check: He has been there the
whole time waiting on me, for when I let HIM into the situation, to do only what God can do. Direct, Restore, Redeem, Heal.
So how can I give God His rightful place in the difficult situations not only when I think things are going well for me?
Just like that one leper who expressed his gratitude to Jesus for healing him (Luke 17:15-16); I realised it starts with always
having a grateful heart toward all God is doing and will do in every situation (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Gratitude is worship,
gratitude means understanding its no longer us but Christ in us. It’s the birthplace of obedience to Christ in everything
through His word. Our grateful heart leads us to Christ in those “situations” knowing He is in control and will turn it for our
good. He will speak to us through His word that will produce faith to persevere and endure the difficult seasons (James1:3).
Father thank you for all you have done in my life. You have been faithful through every season. Help me to always look to you
in every situation, seeking you above all else. Open our minds and hearts to listen and obey your word. Amen.
By Christabel Joy Seneviratne
Check out last Sunday’s sermon “Remaining In The Word” by Pastor Luis Gutierrez on our Remar Church Facebook page.
Help us help others
“Be grateful everyday.”
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Church Newsletter | Issue #02
May 2024
1. How long have you been a part of Remar ?
Ps Luis G- 25 years. I came to Remar when I was 24 yrs old. I believe this was the best decision of my life.
Rebecca- Between Remar International and Remar Australia 20 years, with a few years in between serving within
another church.
2.What is 1 thing we don’t know about you?
Ps Luis G- I am naturally a very shy person but have learnt through walking with Jesus to face my insecurities
Rebecca- My name at birth was Kimberley Renae
3.What is your favourite thing to do outside of church/ ministry?
Ps Luis G- Definitely spending time with my family.
Rebecca- Roller skating, cooking and doing jigsaw puzzles.
4.What do you love about our church?
Ps Luis G -- Being part of a wider family. I also love our Worship and the practical preaching we have each week.
Rebecca- I love that, it doesn’t matter your background, everyone is welcome, the authenticity and the community spirit.
5.What has God been speaking to you about lately?
Ps Luis G- Trusting Him and keep going because He is in control of my life. “I have your life in my hands”
Rebecca- Drawing on Ecclesiastes 3 - “There is a time & Season for everything”
5 Minutes 5 Questions with...........
Pastor Luis G & Rebecca
Bible Verse for the week
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