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The come & go of mission (Steve Withington) |
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Korean Faith Community (Juan Withington) |
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Pizza Church (Chris Currie) |
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Shouts & Whispers (Alan Jamieson) |
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Graeme Reid |
| WELCOME | |
| Kia Ora church family, Welcome to the first Sunday of our new Life Together in Mission series. Steve Withington will be introducing this series in our morning services and AJ will build on it in the evening. If you haven’t yet purchased your study and daily readings book for the series, they are still available at the Media Room for $5. This material is designed for to get maximum benefit by working through it in a group context. So if you are not currently in a life group, why not form a short-term group with your friends or neighbours, or align yourself with an existing group for the few weeks. We would love for everyone to be a part of this series. Today we are also celebrating with Julie Kim from the Ricecube group, as she is baptised at 11am, and Anna Stevenson and Ruben Thielmann, both from SYC, as they are baptised in the 7pm service. The “How to sleep and cope well despite ongoing earthquakes” seminar is on for the second time tomorrow night, Monday 15 August 7.30 – 9.30pm in the Auditorium, led by Ross Gilmour, a registered psychologist and committed Christian from Wellington. I attended the first one, and can highly recommend it – it was very practical, helpful and easy to understand. It’s also free! Invite your friends. We are developing a page on the website for opportunities to be involved as a volunteer around the church. You’ll find the link on the home page at www.spreydon.org.nz From our readings this past week, John 20:20-21 The disciples, seeing the Master with their own eyes, were exuberant. Jesus repeated his greeting: "Peace to you. Just as the Father sent me, I send you." Go well, Di |
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| PRAYER | |
| For emergency prayer needs phone Betty Warrington 980 8185 or Les Yetman 942 1172. They will alert the prayer chain to your need.
Come and pray for Matt & Ruth Wright preparing to go to Chad and for Diane Goodman on Thursday August 18, 7.30pm at 27 Wentworth Street, Ilam. Contact Shirley 942 2976 for more info. |
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| LIFE TOGETHER | |
| Choir practice is not on this Monday evening. Maori: reo & tikanga for anyone, through waiata, karakia, te paipera tapu, kai (songs, prayers, scripture n food) Mondays 6-7.30pm at 55 Cobham St. Contact Doug McNeill 021 662515. Spring Flowers: Do you have spring flowers in your garden and are you happy to donate them for the upcoming women’s event on August 12 and 13? If so, please contact Vicki Harrington 981 2439 or 027 459 3904. Thank you. Some say that that emotional maturity and spiritual maturity are inseparable. Are they? Join our small group for 6 weeks with studies by Peter Scazzero, Senior Pastor of a large multi- ethnic church in New York. If you are interested contact Chris or Grace Currie 338 8329, Ainslie McDowall 339 0486 or email calibre1@clear.net.nz. Calling all Halswell people - come and share tea on Saturday, August 20 from 5:30pm–8pm in the Auditorium. Bring your favourite takeaway, drinks provided, gym for the kids. Get to know people from your neighbourhood. Any questions, contact Dave Bates dbates@spreydon.org.nz or 338 4163 or see him at church. Have you been through or are you going through a relationship break-up? Divorce Care is a 14 week course at SBC starting Thursday August 18, 7 - 9pm at 51 Cobham Street. Contact Rachael 027 5099920 or Rachael_Elliott@live.com for details. |
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| CHILDREN & FAMILIES | |
| 78th Ave is a youth group for intermediate aged young people. And we are after some help! Heaps of young people join us from all over the community on a Friday evening - which is great! We are after some parents or parentish-aged people, to go on a roster to help watch out for our kids! Contact Luke: lgardiner@spreydon.org.nz, or 021 755737.
Kings Kids. We will be taking part in the Missions night-market on Sept 10th. Kings Kids is a group where children of all ages and abilities can learn singing, dance, drama, microphone skills in a relaxed and fun way. Our first practice will be Sunday August 21, 1-3pm at 18 Penrith Ave, Somerfield (off Selwyn St). Come and meet some turtles and have a fun afternoon. Any enquiries, please contact Donna 980 7712. |
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| COMMUNITY MINISTRY | |
| Sharp After-School Coordinator Position (30 – 40 hours). To start term 4. Do you have a teaching background/and or experience in children’s work with a passion for young people and children? Are you a good team player with initiative who will be able to coordinate multiple programmes and up-skill our staff and large volunteer base? Good computer skills necessary. Please contact Fiona Kenneally fkenneally@spreydon.org.nz or 338 4163 ext 219. Stepping Stone Trust is looking for housekeepers, support workers, sleepover staff, and casual relievers. Contact Christine 338 6390 ext 736 for a job description and application form. |
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| SPREYDON OVERSEAS | |
| A newsletter from Morag Paton is available in the foyer today. Diane Goodman is keen to buy a car for about $1500. She will be here on August 24. Please contact Shirley 338 4163 ext 246 or smckenzier@apreydon.org.nz if you know of a suitable vehicle. |
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| OTHER | |
| Ladies, come and hear Glenys Munn at 7.15pm this Wednesday in the Café. Glenys is a mum of 6 and is known for her ministry to young mums, building at Habitat for Humanity and helping found a private Christian school in Minnesota. Organised by CWCI ministry (Christian women communicating in NZ) Cost $10. For more info contact Sheryl 338 4163. Elijah House seminar “Grief”. Saturday August 20, 9.30am – 1.00pm in the Cobham St hall. Small group ministry follows. RSVP to Elizabeth 942 3446 or Margaret 352 2972. Theology and Church Architecture - a seminar for churches thinking about rebuilding. Wednesday September 28, 9.00am - 3.30pm at Christchurch Chinese Church, 286 Greers Rd, Bryndwr (near Wairakei Rd shops). Cost: $20 payable at door, includes refreshments and lunch. RSVP for catering purposes: Chris Church, 355 9145 or admin@theologyhouse.ac.nz. A Tear Fund evening with Philip Yancey ‘Seasons of the Soul’ is here in the Gym on Tuesday September 13 at 7.30pm. Tickets available from the Info Centre today: $30. Don’t miss out! TEAR Fund Appeal to Help Save Lives in the Horn of Africa – A severe drought has returned to haunt the people of Africa. An estimated 12 million people are struggling to survive. We would be pleased if you would partner with us to help raise $500,000. Donations can be sent to: TEAR Fund Regional Office, 4 Wiltshire Courts, Rangiora 7400 or phone 0800 800 777. Gas Heaters for Christchurch online appeal http://www.popstime.com. Click to donate via the Baptist site. Contact Energy is providing 1,200 gas bottles plus the first fill free & ongoing vouchers. The Warehouse is offering the heaters at 50% off the retail price! For more info contact Baptist Earthquake team: Liz 929 0539. |
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| GLOBAL MISSIONS | |
| Global Mission Week 2011 Programme 10-25 September GLOBAL NIGHT MARKET!! Saturday 10 September ONE PRAYER DAY EACH WEEK BREAKFAST 8.30am Saturday 17 September Speakers...Jo & John, Murray Overton, Susan Bellett, Diane Goodman SUNDAY SPEAKERS Diane Goodman Chris Clarke Rob Kilpatrick Annie Hilton Anthony Watt More details later… |
