World Day of Prayer
Mooroolbark locals will join with millions of prayer partners around the globe as they unite in prayer next Friday to mark the annual World Day of Prayer. Grace Communion Mooroolbark are hosting the local service which will be held at St Margaret’s Uniting Church, Hull Road Mooroolbark at 10.30am Friday 7 March. The service will see people from a number of local churches join together to pray for and offer support to the women and girls of the Cook Islands.
World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement led by Christian women who welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice. Story tellers from a different country each year share their cultures and traditions and brings their hopes, joys and needs to the world. Their stories of faith contemplate issues that are shared by women and girls around the world and that continue to challenge us to prayerful action
This year’s program will be focusing on the Cook Islands and the theme “I made you wonderful” is based on Psalms 139:14.
“Our women play a vital role in keeping our heritage and traditions alive. They are the keepers of talents, teachers and mentors. From mothers to daughters, the cycle of life, faith and love continues here on our islands of paradise. We show our respect and love for God and for one another in harmonies of song and prayer,” Tarani and Tevairangi Napa, a mother-daughter artist team from the Cook Islands, said.
They feel honoured to have been able to share the piece of artwork, specially commissioned for this year’s celebration of the Cook Islands, in recognition of their love for their home, their faith and, and their heritage.
Guest Speaker will be MA’INE NGA TEKOPUA, President of the Cook Island Women’s Federation of Victoria, and Assistant SDA Cook Islands Women’s Ministry.
The Cook Island Choir will be singing the Theme Song: “You are Wonderfully Made” in their own language, accompanied by ukuleles.
Visit: worlddayofprayeraustralia.org for the location of a World Day of Prayer near you.
Lifeblood donation pop-up
Got a bit of time next month? Time to give blood and change lives? One in three people in Lilydale will need blood, and they need people like you to give it.
Lifeblood will be popping up in town from 10 to 21 March. Don’t forget to pre-book your spot at lifeblood.com.au, on the app or on 13 14 95.
Opening hours:
Monday 10 March 10am – 3pm
Tuesday 11 March 12 – 8pm
Wednesday 12 March 12 – 8pm
Thursday 13 March 8am – 3.30pm
Friday 14 March 8am – 3pm
Monday 17 March 12 – 8pm
Tuesday 18 March 12 – 8pm
Wednesday 19 March 12 – 8pm
Thursday 20 March 8am – 3.30pm
Friday 21 March 8am – 3pm
Find it located at Lilydale Baptist Church Complex on the corner Hull and Swansea Roads.
International Women’s Day
Yarra Ranges Council will help celebrate International Women’s Day with an event highlighting the official theme of ‘March Forward’ and the role of sport in helping promote equality.
Council, in partnership with Inspiro invites you to enjoy an exclusive screening of the Trailblazers and the launch of the Sport for All Toolkit. This is a free event, open to people of all genders.
Places are limited, registration is required, and light Refreshments provided:
Date: Thursday 6 March 2025
Time: 1pm-3.30pm
Venue: Box Hill Institute, Aunty Dot Peters Auditorium, 1 Jarlo Drive, Lilydale
For more information and registration see trybooking.com/events/landing/1353511 or call 1300 368 300 today.
