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Test Results
Dear church
Today Tracy and I returned to the oncologist to
receive test
results from my latest round of tests. We are very happy to report that
the
initial concerns were probably related to tonsillitis and not to the
return of
melanoma.
We are extremely thankful to God for this answer to
prayer,
and also to you for your support, concern and prayers during this time.
Its great
to be a part of this family.
I will continue to have 3 monthly scans and check ups
over
the next 2 years.
Clinton, Tracy and boys.
Midweek News
Friday Night Trivia Night -
7:30pm - 10pm at the church
Contact Jesse Murphy for more details 04 0540 6210
SUNDAY
9am: "New Identity" Today there's talk about identity theft: people steal your details, your money, your name and you may never get it back. When Jesus does his work of transforming grace he does not de-personalise or steal your identity. He recreates it. He re-humanises people. And all this is possible because he defeats the very forces that separate us from God. The question we might ask is what difference this makes.
5pm: "Who gets invited to God's party?" If God were having a party, who would get invited? APEC leaders? Mr Howard? Mr Bush? And assuming there was a party - what's the reason for the celebration?
Don Ridder, a church planter from Florida, USA will open God's word for us on Sunday night. Don is here for discussions with the Christian Reformed Churches in relation to ministry formation and mission development in local churches. Please make him very welcome.
Church Planting Meeting
This Saturday from 10am-12pm we will be continuing to look at church planting, and in particular, church planting in Redland Bay. Don Ridder, a church planter from the USA will speak to us and answer some questions for part of the time, and the rest will be devoted to developing a "Community Profile" on Redland Bay to give us a greater understanding of the community in that place.
For discussion: Elder Task & Term
As indicated a few Sundays ago, the Church Council is discussing some changes to the task of Elder, their term of service, and process of election. We would the congregation to discuss this and so have attached a document for you to read. Whilst we are not making any ‘in principal' changes, we are making these suggestions to streamline processes of election as well as introduce a little more flexibility to the term an elder serves.
We will soon be publicising an opportunity to discuss this as a congregation (an October Saturday breakfast on a date to be announced), but warmly welcome advance comment and questions which can be directed to dave@redlandscrc.org.au.
Kids@Church Picnic
Sunday 16 September
After Church
Capalaba Regional Park, Capalaba (behind Bunnings)
God's Taxi
A while back we asked for people who are willing to fill the seats in their cars with passengers! We need you now!
There are numerous people in our church family from various suburbs who can't get to church on Sundays. The majority of people live in Birkdale, Wello Point and Ormiston. If you can help please email, ring or come see me at church (I'm at K@C in mornings and behind the sound desk at night).
Please prayerfully consider this and let me know if you can help!
Thanks, Lisa Keegan.
Ema i l : l i s a@r e d l a n d s c r c . o r g . a u o r Phone: 0421 832 064
DESSERT BANQUET CHAPLAINCY FUNDRAISER
Wednesday , SEPTEMBER 19TH, 2007
Cost: $5. 7-9pm
Redlands Fellowship Church, Beveridge Rd, Thornlands. (Just down from Faith Lutheran College High School Campus.)
7pm start for presentation and fundraising appeal. Hear from the Chaplains of Vic Pt and Redland Bay, what is going on in their
schools. What are the needs of the young people and what can you do to make a difference?
Followed by a sumptuous dessert banquet and time to mingle.
Please RSVP for Dessert catering.
To - Bruce Nean on 0413494550 or Glenda McConnell 32067775
RCRC Community Spring Family Picnic
You are all invited!
When: 21st October 2007
Where: Bunnings Park - Capalaba
Time: 11:30 onwards
BYO
This will be a time of getting to know one another, sharing
food and good conversations.
We look forward to seeing you there.
Let's start making a difference together
Trivia Night – This Friday Night
Organized by YAK, but for all ages.
7.30-10pm
$5 (before), $8 on the night
To register contact Jesse (0405 406 210, stuper_fly@hotmail.com)
(For details see the attached flyer)
Ministry Connection - Last Chance
Hi Church
A reminder that next Wednesday we are beginning our 3
week
MINISTRY CONNECTION course.
This is an opportunity to learn about the gifts God
has
given the church through us, the passions he has placed within us, the
skills
we have acquired, and how we can put these to best use in the
This weekend is the last chance to register. You can
do so
by either emailing clinton@redlandscrc.org.au
,
or by signing up at the Welcome Desk after both the AM and PM services
tomorrow.
Cost is $12 to cover materials and
resources.
Kids @ Nite
Kids @ Nite
Just a reminder that this week we will be starting our workshops to prepare for our kids @ nite Celebration Service to be held on 23 September. If your child has not registered for a workshop and would like to be involved please let us know when signing in.
Please note:
- Children will be in church for the first part of the service before heading out to the workshops.
- Over the next three weeks the children will also have an opportunity to contribute to a special offering to support of the work of Iris Ministries among the poor in Africa. To find out more about this ministry go to: www.irismin.org
On a mission with God
Tonight at RCRC we talked about bringing God's mission to expression. We talked about doing this not only with the good news of who Jesus is and what He has done, but also in bringing God's Kingdom to expression in life.
Dave mentioned a few tools to use in sharing the Gospel:
"Two ways to Live"
This helpful tract can be purchased at most Christian Bookstores.
You can also view "Two Ways to Live" (and purchase it) at
http://www.matthiasmedia.com.au/2wtl/
"The Bridge"
A helpful illustration of the Gospel can be downloaded at
http://www.intervarsity.org/evangelism/articles.php?cat=214
Giving the Gospel Hands and Feet...
Finally, the questions we can ask as a guide to bringing the Kingdom of God to expression in various life contexts are:
- How do I see the world in rebellion against God around me (home, work)
- How would God want things to be instead?
- Ask God to guide you through the Word
- Ask God to empower you to do it through his Spirit
- Start living it
- Do this with others (e.g. church community, family, friends, work acquaintances) until Jesus returns to reunite heaven and earth
Feedback: dave@redlandscrc.org.au
A new arrival
Hi Church
Tracy and I are very pleased to announce the newest
arrival
to our family…Kezia Mali Berends,
Born this morning, weighing 4.1kgs (9 pound
2).
Both Mum and Kezia are doing
well…
God is good, and thank you for all your
prayers.
Church Planting Meeting
Our next Redland Bay Church Planting meeting will be
held on
Saturday 8th September, from
10am-12noon.
This is not just for those living in
At this meeting, Don Ridder, a church planter for the
If you would like more information, contact
Midweek News
SUNDAY
9am: So what's with all the names? If all Scripture is God breathed, why do we have passages like Rom 16? Should we take notice of them? What - if anything - can they teach us about being church in 2007? Whether you are one of those people who wonder whether the changes we have seen over recent years at Redlands are for the best, or whether you're wondering whether there's a place for you to serve, this will be an especially important Sunday for you to join us.
5pm: How do we define greatness? How do we identify great leaders? How do we identify great churches? When we read the literature (Christian and other) on the issue, we see a myriad of ideas, goals and suggestions. But Jesus himself has a lot to say, and some of it is extremely challenging. Because in the kingdom economy, greatness is not defined by how many serve us, but on how many we serve. Read ahead in Matthew 20:20-28
Kids @ Nite
This week at kids @ nite we will be looking at another of the eXtreme statements made by Jesus:
"I am the Bread that gives Life!"
Join us for eXtreme adventures and don't forget to bring a friend!
Age groups: prep to grade 7
Program starts at 5pm (kids don't go into the service)
Grade 4's to 7's please bring a bible if you can and no lollies please.
For more information contact: Monique Klease 3822 9208
UPCOMING EVENTS FOR YOUR CALENDAR.......
Kids@Church Picnic
Sunday 16th September
After the morning service
At Capalaba Regional Park (behind Bunnings)
RCRC Community - Golf Mornings.
When: Middle and Last Saturday of the month
Time: 7:30am
Where: Howeston Country Club (Creek Street, Birkdale)
For more information contact: Gavin Dickie - Ph: 3822 4614
All welcome to join in for a casual time of fun, great conversation and not forgetting some good golf too!
RCRC Community Spring Family Picnic
Sunday 21 October
11:30am onwards
At Capalaba Regional Park (behind Bunnings)
BYO food, drinks, chairs etc
Midweek News
Sunday
9am: What do you focus on, the journey, or the destination?
As followers of Jesus we know that we have so much in store for us when Jesus comes again. Its going to be great, more than we can every imagine, and it will make the things of this life seem pale. But that doesn't mean we put our heads down and duck for cover until that day.
As Jesus walks along the road in Luke 9, 3 potential disciples are ‘tested' for their suitability. And as we see Jesus' response to them, we see that there is something important in the journey - Jesus is not just inviting people to wait for heaven, he is inviting disciples.
5pm: Sometimes when we read that Bible, and we are honest about what we are reading, that only conclusion that we can come up with is "That's simply not possible."
Luke 17:1-10 is one of those passages. Its demands are too big, its expectations are too huge for me. But maybe that's the point. Maybe the point is that what is impossible with me, actually is possible with God. What I can not do, God is doing, as he grows me to make me more like Jesus.
Ministry Connection
Aligning your passions, gifts, and resources to the mission of God. Wednesdays nights 5th, 12th, 26th September at the church 7:30pm - 9:30pm. See attachment for more details.
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