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Prayer Chain - Update

• Lisa Keegan asks us to pray for her grandmother, who suffered a stroke this morning. Other health issues indicate this could be quite serious. Lisa's grandmother is follower of Jesus, as we pray that his comfort and grace will surround the family at this time.
• Please also pray for Lisa as she prepares for her role as Children's Ministry Coordinator. Lisa will be commissioned coming Sunday (24^th).
• Ray Miller continues to recover after the operation to remove a tumour in his brain. Please pray for Ray's continued health and recovery
• Please also pray for David Klease's mother, Fran, as she recovers from major surgery to treat stomach cancer

 

Property Proposals

 

Hi Church!

This morning I reminded us all about the Breakfast Meeting on Saturday, starting at 8:00am. We'll be getting together to discuss some changes in leadership structure; developments with church planting; stage 1 of the building plans; and how we're hoping to resource that (ie. Our Budget for 2007-2008.

What I should have done is also advise you that there are drawings of the proposed extension in the Hall. Now, I guess some people found them, but others may have missed - so we've made copies of the more important drawings and dropped them into this email.

Please keep in mind that the ‘floor plan' is not yet ‘set in concrete' - it may change a little still. But it's enough to give you the basic idea. It's good for you to have a look at these because they will help you determine what to do with the decisions we need to make at the meeting.

Here is the site plan (note the new boundaries):

Here is the ground floor plan for the new double story extension on the northern (kitchen/crèche) end of the building:

The motions the Church Council ask the congregation to approve are as follows (only those who are members of RCRC may vote):

1.  To approve to subdivide and re-align the boundaries as per diagram 1 (site plan)  of current lots 88 and 90.

2.  To sell the three new, re-aligned properties

(for the purposes of debt reduction)

3.  To approve, in principle, the extension of the current building, as per diagram 2 (Ground Floor Plan)

 

Please prayerfully consider these things in this coming week, asking for the Lord of the Church to be honoured and glorified in our decision making.

 

Thanks Church - and see you Saturday!

Dave

PS: Leonie and I are away for most of this week celebration the conclusion of Leonie's uni degree - God is good!

Prayer Chain - Update

A note of thanks from David and  Monique re: David's Mum (Fran) and her surgery yesterday:

David's mum came through the surgery. There is still some question mark about the spread of the cancer at this stage. We're just thanking God that she has come through this far. Next stage is recovery and then a consideration of what next. We had the opportunity to pray with her and share with her before she went into surgery and she was very receptive. We see this all as God's hand and are trusting Him that He will give us His words, His wisdom and His grace for Fran.

We are thankful for your prayers and we ask for continued prayer for God' strength during the recovery period and any treatment that may lay ahead.

David & Monique

 

Midweek News

SUNDAY

Discovery Service 9am (only):  "Too much to carry...?"

It's amazing that in a country where there is so much freedom that people can experience such heavy burdens. Like, they are stuck in a rut and they can't get out. The weight of living can be incredibly heavy. Unbearable, even. In the NT world, the great gods were Rome's peace and prosperity and the religious power typified by Judaism. Neither of these gods brought freedom. Nor do the gods of today. They only freedom worth considering is the freedom Jesus brings. This service will especially be for your friends and family who do not know Jesus. On Sunday everyone will receive small invitations to pass on to others: please use them liberally. Please also pray that God will call people to himself through this service.

Feedback: dave@redlandscrc.org.au

5pm: "Life is like running a race. It's tough. We get tired. We get burdened. We lose the track. We trip up and stumble. But when we run God's race there is great encouragement. There is a cheer-squad. There is freedom. And there is Jesus. In God's race we need the right focus. Look to Jesus. Focus on Jesus. Any other focus is a waste of time. He is the only way to get to the finish-line. Read Hebrews 12:1-3 to get a glimpse of this encouraging message of hope in this tough life."

PROFESSION OF FAITH THIS SUNDAY PM:

Doug and Aimee Pobjoy, on their last Sunday with us, will publically profess their faith in the 5pm service. Aimee will also be baptized at this time.

We thank God for bringing them to this point, and invite you to come along and be a part of this great celebration of God's goodness.

Farewell BBQ for Aimee and Doug Pobjoy

This Sunday lunch (17th June, 12 noon) there will be a farewell BBQ for Aimee and Doug Pobjoy at Steve and Christina's place (26 Jasper Street, Alexandra Hills). BYO meat and bring a salad/drink to share. All welcome. Please let Steve and Christina know if you are coming. (mustangsteve83@hotmail.com). Hope to see you there!

Breakfast meeting: June 23, 8:00am

You're invited to another RCRC Happy Meal! We will get together for a breakfast meeting on June 23! We'll be discussing

• Latest developments in the building program. The committee will be presenting options to the congregation before the meeting. These options will outline the nest recommended stage of development for the facilities at RCRC.
• Leadership Structure: Sometimes people ask ‘what do the elders do here?' - the new leadership structure has enabled us to refocus the elder's role in a way which we believe will benefit ministry at RCRC. We'd love to be able to tell you more about it

The budget will also be discussed at this meeting.

If you wish to have a printed copy of the budget and building extension, they will be available at the info booth on Sunday.

Great Music this Saturday, 7:30pm

Coming Saturday night the Redlands Big Band and New Day Singers will be playing at RCRC. This is one of those community events where the church family can roll up in droves and meet some new people.  Tickets are $10.00 (concession $8.00), and available at the door. 1/3 of proceeds will benefit the Matthew Stanley Foundation.

Enquiries 3286 1541

Prayer

• David Klease's mother will have major surgery tomorrow (Friday) for stomach cancer. As David understands the situation, the chances of his mother surviving the operation are about 50-50. David and Monique ask us to pray for his mum, who does not know the Lord. Please pray that Mrs Klease will know the love, comfort and forgiveness of Jesus. Please also pray for a positive outcome for the operation (Luke 23:39-43)
• Pray for all who will join us on Sunday: asked for a renewed understanding of what it means to follow Jesus.

RCRC Community.

RCRC Community Fellowship is so large - how do I get to know people?

Get Involved
·         Join a small group

• Join a ministry i.e. Coffee Roster Sunday morning, be an usher, help out a Kids Church or Mops - the list is endless.

It is through these serving opportunities and being a part of a small group that one gets to experience community at RCRC

God provides the wind, but man must raise the sails (Saint Augustine)

10+3

• 10 minutes -speak with someone you don't know
• pray for someone
• invite someone home
• ask someone to your small group

Lets start making ripples together!

Making Jesus visible...

A note from Suz & Heather 

Thank you so much for your support and encouragement for me and Heather for our mission trip to Zambia.  Yesterday we felt blessed above and beyond and really appreciate how we were included us in the services.  Heather went to her car and found an envelope sitting on her passenger seat, and in it was $500!! Apart from the slightly disturbing fact that her car was locked and her windows were up (so we have a car burgelar in our midst), we were just completely blown away.  Even so many people came up to us just to wish us well and to let us know they'd be praying.  A very humbling and special day.  By the end of the night we had 960 bucks (on top of the $450 frm the AM service)! Talk about being completely freaked sideways!  
 
Anyways thanks again, it's awesome to be a part of such a loving and wonderful church family!
 
Have a great day!

Suz

[DG: Suz & Heather have already covered the cost of their trip themselves, so all monies raised will be for the direct benefit of the Zambian communities they will be working with.

...isn't God great?]

eNews Update Thurs 4:45pm

Why Community?

Why Community?

Because God says we're better together! 

We all crave a sense of belonging

We all want a church that is open and accepting of others

We all want to reflect the love of Jesus to our local community

 

So where do we start?

       10+3

• - 10 minutes -speak with someone you don't know
• - pray for someone
• - invite someone home
• - ask someone to your small group

 

Lets start making ripples together!

 

Sherri Greeff

Community Life Co-Ordinator

Midweek News

Great Music this Saturday, 7:30pm

Coming Saturday night the Redlands Big Band and New Day Singers will be playing at RCRC. This is one of those community events where the church family can roll up in droves and meet some new people.  Tickets are $10.00 (concession $8.00), and available at the door. 1/3 of proceeds will benefit the Matthew Stanley Foundation. Enquiries 3286 1541

Sunday

9am: When we think of idols, either we focus on Sunday night TV talent competitions, or things of stone and wood worshipped by natives. Neither, of course, bear any resemblance to anything important or realistic. So what are our idols? Hmmm. You may be surprised... Whatever your answer Paul wants us to know that idols are regarded as such because they displace our trust in Christ alone. The ability of people today to believe the lie shows our similarity with people all through the ages: the Christians in Colossae being no exception.

5pm: What does God want from my life? What does God want from this church? We find ourselves asking those questions from time to time, the big questions of life and purpose. This Sunday as we continue to look at the life of Jacob we will see what God was wanting from Jacob, what he was doing with him - and what he is still wanting from, and doing in his church today... breaking and remaking. Read ahead in Genesis 29-32

Discovery Service: June 17, 9am (only) "Too much to carry...?"

It's amazing that in a country where there is so much freedom that people can experience such heavy burdens. Like, they are stuck in a rut and they can't get out. The weight of living can be incredibly heavy. Unbearable, even. In the NT world, the great gods were Rome's peace and prosperity and the religious power typified by Judaism. Neither of these gods brought freedom. Nor do the gods of today. They only freedom worth considering is the freedom Jesus brings. This service will especially be for your friends and family who do not know Jesus. On Sunday everyone will receive small invitations to pass on to others: please use them liberally. Please also pray that God will call people to himself through this service.

Feedback: dave@redlandscrc.org.au

Breakfast meeting: June 23

You're invited to another RCRC Happy Meal! We will get together for a breakfast meeting on June 23! We'll be discussing

• Latest developments in the building program. The committee will be presenting options to the congregation before the meeting. These options will outline the nest recommended stage of development for the facilities at RCRC.
• Leadership Structure: Sometimes people ask ‘what do the elders do here?' - the new leadership structure has enabled us to refocus the elder's role in a way which we believe will benefit ministry at RCRC. We'd love to be able to tell you more about it

Sunday AM services

For all who are looking around and seeing a lot more empty seats in the AM service, Church Council would like you to know that everything is fine - we planned it this way. A number of people have followed Church Council's advice and moved to the PM service. This has had the desired effect of making places available in the AM service. So, friends, it's all good.

But to avoid lots of gaps in that centre block, we would encourage everyone coming to the AM service to fill the seats in the centre block first. So, even if you normally sit ‘in the wings', we'd encourage you to take the much more comfortable seats in the centre instead! That will spread the crowd out a little more.

Whenever changes like these take place, there are always a few adjustments to be made. The idea is not only that we take them in our stride, but that we remember we made this move for the overall purpose of our mission. So, some discomfort may be experienced as we move through the change, but if it gives us more opportunity to share the gospel effectively, we can be positive and confident about it, and move ahead together.

The Church Council is very thankful for the way the church family has embraced these changes. If you like t give your thoughts, feel free to send them to dave@redlandscrc.org.au

Prayer

- Continue to uphold the Miller family as they mourn Emma Miller, who went to be with the Lord last week.

- Please pray for Ray Miller, who underwent surgery today for a tumour near his brain. We're awaiting results of how it all went, and will advise when we  know more.

- Please pray for Charlotte Miller who spent the night in hospital with an unknown illness, and for Keith and Dorien as they monitor her at home. Pray that doctors may be able to determine her illness.

Too much to carry?

Too much to carry? Jun 17 9am

How will I cope? How can I get off the treadmill? Is this what life is all about?

Talk to people long enough, and they'll start talking pretty quickly about how pressured they are. And it's not just a matter of schedules, there are inner realities, baggage, expectations and life views that get us into trouble all the time. Is there any hope?

On Jun 17 at 9am we're hosting a service designed to show us that Jesus is our burden lifter. It's a key opportunity for you to bring people who don't know Jesus. If you'd like to know more, please email or phone Dave (dave@redlandscrc.org.au 0418 383 055).

There are plenty of invitations at the info booth, so grab a dozen or so and pass them on!

We also plan to have a sausage sizzle afterward - so it's a prime time for building community as well!

 

Children's Ministry Coordinator

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