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Synod 06 Catering Roster
As promised, here is the catering roster.
View Synod 06 Catering Roster - (to view different days, use the navigational bar down the bottom)
Please check that you are available for the times allocated. If not, please contact me on 0416 000 412. Thanks to all of you who volunteered.
I look forward to working with you.
Janette
Synod News
CRCA Synod Prayer Request
Redlands CRC, Sunday May 7, 5:00pm
Redlands Christian Reformed Church warmly invites to to pray for the Opening Service of Synod 2006, and for the Synod as it meets in Redlands, Qld during the following week
Please pray for
- Safe travel for those coming from all over Australia and overseas
- The Lord's grace to be seen in the meetings
- The Moderamen (leadership of Synod: Peter Abetz (Chairman); Leo Douma (Vice Chairman); Fred Vanderbom (First Clerk) and Bert Langerak (Second Clerk)
- The clarity of mind for the delegates
- Faithfulness to the Lord's call in his Word
- Decisions that will bring glory and honour to Christ
- Outcomes that will lead to a strong and healthy church
Synod meets: May 8-13, 2006
Where: Redlands Christian Reformed Church, Cnr Sturgeon & Delancey Sts, Ormiston, Qld 4160
Support Synod: send a message of encouragement to those at Synod: dave@redlandscrc.org.au, Fax to 07 3286 9625
SYNOD CATERING
Thanks to everyone who have put their name down to help assist with the catering programme - I believe we are well covered now. An email will be sent through this week with the proposed roster. Please check your name that you are still available for the nominated times. If due to a change in circumstances, you are not able to come when you are rostered on, just contact me on my mobile 0416 000 412.
Could everyone please check their cupboards at home for church tea-towels or tablecloths. Our supply has depleted substantially. Please return them by Sunday at the latest, but preferably earlier as we will be requiring them this Thursday and Friday as well.
Thanks so much for your assistance.
It's going to be a great week!
Janette
Car Wash Result
A very big thankyou to everyone who came and helped, washing cars, making cups of tea and coffee and chatting to our clients. We raised $433.00 which will go to the Cyclone Larry Apeal. A tremendous effort for a long weekend with so many away. Well done!
Damien W.
CHILLI
The first event for Chill Out this term is Bowling at Capalaba AMF. It's a '70s theme, so come dressed to boogie and bowl. We'll be meeting at 7pm at Bowling on the 5th May.
Urgent Help Required...
Synod needs
Hi all. We have a couple of critical needs for Synod – can you help us?
Accommodation
We still need a few places to accommodate some delegates to Synod. Because of transport limitations, it would be preferred if these addresses were in the Wellington Point area.
If you can help, please email synod@redlandscrc.org.au as soon as possible.
Catering
Janette Hemelaar, our catering coordinator, needs some kitchen helpers through the Synod week. No special skills are required, just a smile, a few hours, and a desire to bless others. Please contact Janette directly in 0416 000 412 or janette@royalfoods.com.au
Passion for Ministry: This Thursday, from 12:00 noon
This week Peter Adam will be speaking to us about ministry, the work of the Gospel in our church context. Peter is an excellent speaker, and this conference has been developed by Redlands CRC as an encouragement for the whole church. It is for everyone: not just pastors, leaders, or people attending Synod. Ministry leaders, youth, seniors and everyone in between will receive a great deal of benefit from this conference.
There is a cover charge of $25 for Redlands people (which covers lunch on Thursday and Friday, and tea break refreshments), but if cost is an issue, we’d be happy for you to come even if you can’t afford the registration fee.
Registrations commence Thursday 12:00 noon, sessions commence 1:00pm
Talks will be given Thursday afternoon, Thursday evening, Friday morning, afternoon and evening.
A program will be sent in a separate email on Monday May 01
To reserve you place, please email passion4ministry@redlandscrc.org.au or call Dave on 0418 383 055 or 3296 4700
ALPHA
For those interested in being involved in Alpha 2006, there will be a training day on Saturday, 13 May at
Rivercity Christian Church,
166 Sydney St
New Farm,
9am -5pm. Lunch and morning/afternoon tea will be provided. If you would like to attend please call Monique Klease (3820 2007) or email: dklease@bigpond.net.au by 5 May.
Upcoming Sermons
Upcoming Sermon Mini Series: Answering Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code
With the release of the movie version of the da Vinci Code on May 18 it would be wise to be prepared for the inevitable questions people will ask about the movie's content.
The three message series starts next Sunday:
April 30 AM- Da Vinci - Is the Bible God's Word?
Is the Bible really God's word? Can it be trusted? How can we know this, really? What is the historical and manuscript evidence for the New Testament, and how does that compare with other ancient books?
May 14 PM - Da Vinci - Where did the New Testament come from?
Who decided what books to include? Is this a conspiracy? An arbitrary decision? How did our current New Testament 'happen'?, and are there other documents like the recently publicised "Gospel of Judas" that really should be included?
May 21 PM - Da Vinci - Is Jesus really divine?
Is it true that the Council of Nicaea (325 AD) basically agreed that Jesus should be regarded as divine, and then only by a narrow vote? Was the vote rigged? What should we believe? Can we trust what the Bible says about any of this? More importantly: can we trust Jesus?
David Groenenboom
Dave's Upcoming Sermon Mini Series: Answering Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code
With the release of the movie version of the da Vinci Code on May 18 it would be wise to be prepared for the inevitable questions people will ask about the movie's content.
The three message series starts next Sunday:
April 30 AM- Da Vinci - Is the Bible God's Word?
Is the Bible really God's word? Can it be trusted? How can we know this, really? What is the historical and manuscript evidence for the New Testament, and how does that compare with other ancient books?
May 14 PM - Da Vinci - Where did the New Testament come from?
Who decided what books to include? Is this a conspiracy? An arbitrary decision? How did our current New Testament 'happen'?, and are there other documents like the recently publicised "Gospel of Judas" that really should be included?
May 21 PM - Da Vinci - Is Jesus really divine?
Is it true that the Council of Nicaea (325 AD) basically agreed that Jesus should be regarded as divine, and then only by a narrow vote? Was the vote rigged? What should we believe? Can we trust what the Bible says about any of this? More importantly: can we trust Jesus?
Dave's Upcoming Sermon Mini Series: Answering Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code
More Kids@Church
Teacher Update
Two wonderful people have come forward to volunteer their time to be teachers, an answer to prayer. These new teachers will replace 2 teachers which are leaving, however, we still have a great need to create an extra class and therefore still need 2 more teachers. Our grade 4/5 class currently has 21 regular children with one teacher. The teachers sharing this class are doing an amazing job but as you can imangine it is difficult to form relationships and engage with children on a one to one basis with so many of them and one teacher. Having more teachers will allow us to split this class so we can focus more on each child. Please pray that the Lord will bring forward capable and committed people willing to teach.
Kids@Church Teachers Roles
Purpose: A Christian adult who guides, loves, teaches and cares for the children in a specific class. The teacher prays for the children in the class, desires to build a relationship with them, and thoughtfully and prayerfully plans and implements classroom ministry.
Length of Commitment: One year. There are 2 teachers per class. Teachers are rostered on for one month and then off for one month. There is no teaching during the school holidays. This totals approx 18 lessons per year.
Time required: Approx 1hr preparation per week when rostered on. 1 hr teaching on Sunday when rostered on.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare lessons in advance and come to teach thoroughly prepared
- Attend 4 teacher training events per year
- Pray regularly for each child in your class, your teaching ministry and other volunteers on your team
- Be an example - you represent Christ in your class
- Be committed to the values and vision of RCRC and our children's ministry
- Have a heart, passion and love for children
- Be creative!
- Have FUN!
If you are interested please contact Jo Lindeman djol@optusnet.com.au or 3824 0285. Thank you
"We will not hide these truths from our children but will tell the next generation about the glorious deeds of the Lord" Psalm 78:4
Brisbane
Specifically we are seeking to fill the following: Prayer Coach – a person who is going to pull together and keep informed a prayer team. Administration Coach – a person who can co-ordinate a number of the ‘support’ areas to BKG Family and Follow Up Coach – a person who can seek to make continued contact with the children and families who participate in the ministry. If one of these fits you, please talk to Thank you again for your support and prayers.A big thank you to all those who have already volunteered their time for Brisbane Kid’s Games. The turn out has just been fantastic. However, the more people we have who can be involved the better the ministry will be and the lighter the load for all. So if you think you would like to be involved please see
Kids@Church
Kids@Church
Thank you parents for your patience in keeping your children with you in church over Easter. It was lovely to see families celebrating Easter together. Kids@Church starts again this Sunday for children in Prep through to Grade 7. Please 'check-in' your children at the registration desk located at the main church entrance this Sunday.
Would you like to be a 'Children's Ministry Greeter' 'cause we would like your help.
Children's Ministry Greeters - Anyone can be involved!
Task: To greet families and check in children as they arrive.
Term: Monthly in teams of 2. Be present at the registration table from 8:45-9:05am.
Time required: 35minutes Sunday morning when rostered on.
Responsibilities:
- Arrive at 8:30am and set up registration table
- Assist parents as needed to check in their children
- Offer a friendly greeting to each family, alerting them to any special announcements or changes.
- Pack up forms etc at 9:05am
If you are interested please contact Jo Lindeman djol@optusnet.com.au or 3824 0285
Prayer
Could you please continue to uphold Anna and Albert Verkruissen in your prayers.
Albert went back to the doctor this morning for his 2 weeks check-up on the operation that he had on his eye. The outcome was that the doctor was disappointed with the result and healing to date, and that Albert was to continue the practice of keeping his head laid down for 45 minutes, and then sitting up for 15 minutes for the next two weeks. Albert is not allowed to sleep during the day, which means that both Anna and Albert should sleep better at night. However the stress of all this is taking its toll on Albert, in that the shaking relating with Parkinsons is showing more.
Please pray for Anna, that she will have extra strength to help Albert in this time, and that she is not discouraged with the slower than anticipated healing process. Also pray for Albert, for healing, and that he will have patience too.
Kids@Church
Kids@Church
Teacher Update
Length of Commitment: One year. There are 2 teachers per class. Teachers are rostered on for one month and then off for one month. There is no teaching during school holidays. This totals approx 18 lessons per year.
Time required: Approx 1hr preparation per week when rostered on. 1hr teaching on Sunday when rostered on.
Answering Dan Brown
Monday Mailbox
Dear friends,
On May 18 our cinemas will commence showing the Da Vinci Code, a movie based on Dan Brown’s best selling fiction novel. There’s a part of me that wants to say, “O, please just go away…” because it just seems to be a high nuisance-factor diversion. I find it hard to devote time and resources to a story that bears little resemblance to historical fact, decent scholarship, and (in the minds of at least some) any literary merit.
There is no doubt that the Da Vinci Code movie could present us with some great challenges. Christians will need to know how to answer some of the questions people will raise. And, friends, people will raise them. Some have reported how reading the novel challenged their faith in God. Others, or how it confirmed their suspicion of the church. As hard as it may be for us to acknowledge these challenges, these consequences are real.
How important it is then for every Christian to be informed (at least as well as they can be) about the reliability of the New Testament account. How critical it is for us to remember some of the basic material we covered last Sunday night: to submit our minds, thoughts and rational capabilities to God and His word.
On the other hand, the Da Vinci Code presents followers of Jesus with some unique opportunities:
We can tell people who Jesus really is and what he has done for us. His forgiveness, grace and work in the lives of his followers is not fiction and can be historically verified
We can read up on how best to answer the claims of the Da Vinci Code. I would recommend (the first three are in the church library)
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The truth behind the Da Vinci Code
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Cracking the Da Vinci Code
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The real Da Vinci Code (ABC DVD)
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We can also make copies of an excellent sermon by John Ortberg, from Menlo Park Presbyterian Church,
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'The Da Vinci Code - A Response' Nicky Gumble, who in his typically well reasoned and logical manner gets to the bottom of Brown’s claims and refutes them convincingly. Pick up a copy at Word, Koorong, and perhaps the Cleveland Christian Bookshop. It will cost about $4.00, well worth the money, and worth considering buying a few to give to friends.
Of course, the best way to help people find out about the real Jesus is to introduce them to him through witness or bringing them along to a service at your church.
In the weeks just prior to May 18, we hope to have a service or two that will deal with the Da Vinci Code subject matter. These will also be prime opportunities for you to invite guests. Please prayerfully consider this, an uphold your pastors as they prepare their messages.
Above all, continue to pray that you will be able to give an answer to everyone for the hope that you have (1 Pet 3:15).
Have a great week, church!
RCRC eNews
Sunday
AM: When Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey people honored Him as their King. And still today we say and we sing that we aught to honor Jesus. But why? What makes him so worthy of the honor of our lives? This Sunday we will explore Psalm 24, a Psalm that looks forward to the coming of Jesus and describes why he is so deserving of the praise of our lives. Read ahead.
PM: "What to do when you doubt" - Just one week out from Easter and who is Jesus, really? What happens when we doubt? When there's nagging doubts about who Jesus is or what he came to do? Ignore them? Deny them? Feed them? Come Sunday night and find out...Mid Youth Tonight (Friday)
What's on? Games Night.
Prepare to get messy!
See you at the church from 7:00pm - 9:30pm
Cyclone Larry Car Wash
Who could not be moved by what we have witnessed after Cyclone Larry tore through the Innisfail district. Time to grab those chamois. It's too far to go to swing a hammer or carry water from the well, but here's an opportunity to do what we can.
Time & date: 8am - 2pm on Saturday 29th April
Venue: Redland Christian Reformed Church
What to bring: Materials supplied, come with a smile and team spirit.
Once again we will run three shifts washing cars : 8-10, 10-12 & 12-2. We would like to have about 10 people per shift. Please contact Damien or Helen Watson on 3821 5181 or e-mail damienwatson@optusnet.com.au . Bring your kids. At the last car wash it was great to see parents and kids working together. Those that weren't washing were doing the 'wobble board' thing advertising at the front of the church
We are also looking for a couple of people per shift to give our customers a friendly welcome and offer them a chair & cuppa while they wait. This is an important part of the day - a great opportunity to build relationships with people in the community. We told you last week the team would fill fast – 9 of the 11 places in the RCRC side have been taken! That means you who was thinking about emailing josh@royalfoods.com.au and signing up (or finding out more) had better get a wriggle on. And the square leg umpire position is also still available. Even you would only like to umpire for 1 or 2 weeks, we’d love to hear from you! If you have said you are in, this Saturday at 2:30pm we are going down to the nets to get in a bit of practise and to meet the team. Mary Pleasant Drive in Birkdale (Just past the shopping centre) on the Birkdale primary school oval there. Bring whatever gear you have as well as any cricket balls you have lying around. Hopefully the rest of the Church has read on to this part were we’re asking for some prayer support. Here are some ideas:20twenty updated
Prayer
Peter Barker and Shelley Woods, who will be married tomorrow. Pray for a rich blessing in their lives and in their home
Chaplaincy Car Wash Result!
Thank you church!
Today's Car Wash raised a tremendous $596.50 in support of the Chaplaincy Work at Ormiston School! What a great ministry!
This is a wonderful result, and I thank the Lord for all those who gave part of their day to serve in this special way.
Thanks church!
Boundary Vision
Boundary Road Application Lodged!
It was with a great sense of anticipation of God's goodness that RCRC lodged the "change of use" application for the
As well as making application for the "change of use" from rural use to "a place of worship", we have also applied for another category which incorporates the use of the building and premises for other activities that include - conference and function rooms, sporting activities/venue, and other community events (eg meeting hall). Lodgement fees for this type of application are considerably more expensive than for the "place of worship" application, but it was deemed to be wise to apply under the current standard, rather than the new standard being released next week. This will then allow for a greater scope of use of the property and facilities.
The Boundary road program is starting to generate extra costs (e.g. the architects, town planners and applications) beyond the holding costs of the land. There are now new opportunities for you to target some special gifts and be a blessing to the church family.
We warmly encourage you to continue to give generously to this project. Our prayer is to be used for God’s kingdom purposes in the
Please see Eddie Bos (bos@royalfoods.com.au, 0416 000 600) with your gift, and he will allocate it according to the appropriate financial needs.
Car Wash Tomorrow
Car Wash - Care to serve with us and help our local Chaplain?
We still need a few more helpers for the car wash tomorrow. We have three shifts:
- 8:00am - 10:00am - come early and be home for a cuppa!
- 10:00am - 12:00 noon - take this one and get to sleep in
- 12 noon - 2:00 pm - serve while you munch...
With Friday's rain and with few people washing cars, it looks like it will be a busy day. We still need extra people for the first two shifts.
Can you help? It will be such a blessing to Chaplaincy at Ormiston School
It will also be great if a few people can bring trigger hoses, sponges and buckets
Care to serve with us? Please let Dave know: dave@redlandscrc.org.au 0418 383 055
Family Camp
Family Camp
When: Friday night 28 April to Monday 1 May
Where: Currimundi Recreation Camp, Sunshine Coast
Who: Anyone looking for a great and relaxing time
What to bring: bedding, towel, personal stuff, musical instruments, board games
Cost: Option A - Communial Dorms
$90 per person, $70 per preschooler, $280 per family
Option B - Unit with ensuite (sleeps up to 6)
$100 per person, $80 per preschooler, $360 per family
eNews - final attempt...
AM: Who can read about Jesus’ washing his disciple’s feet and remain unmoved? But what does it mean? Is it symbolic of Jesus’ selflessness? His humility? Might there be more to it? Clearly: there are implications for how followers of Christ do life, and they are huge. Read ahead at John 13:1-17
PM: Over the last 2 weeks we have been on a short term mission trip to Redlands, one that is opening our eyes to see the mission trip called life. During that time, we have most likely experienced pain, hardship, discomfort, as well as joy and excitement as we have seen what God does. But what is meant to sustain us for the longer journey? Where does our hope, comfort, our joy really come from? This Sunday night we will delve into Jesus’ debrief for his first 72 missionaries, and see what he has to say to us about the mission trip called life.
Ormiston Chaplaincy Car Wash: Feb 01
We still need your help!
4 people for the 8:00 – 10:00 shift (sign up now and be home in time for coffee)
6 people for the 10:00 – 12:00 shift (signup now and get to sleep in)
This car wash to raise money for Chaplaincy atOrmiston
School
. The need is urgent.The car wash is approved by the Redland Shire Council, and all monies raised will go straight to Ormiston Chaplaincy. If you want to be part of this cleansing ministry, please email dave@redlandscrc.org.au If you just want your car to be cleansed, we’ll do it with grace, but it will still cost you $5.00
ProFaith starts Monday week (April 03)…
What: If you’re a follower of Jesus and you have never declared your faith publicly to the church family you might want to come along to this short term group. In some others churches, this might be called ‘confirmation class’ or ‘baptism class’. The point is that it provides a context form people to say they are fair dinkum about following Jesus and that they want to honour him with their lives.
Who: anyone who wants take a public, permanent and serious stand for Jesus Christ
Format: we use a book called “Quest for Faith” as a discussion guide/reader. The chapters are short, and make for good discussion. Books will be provided for all attendees.
Where & when: Dave’s office, 7:30pm – 8:30pm Monday nights
Questions? Email/Phone Dave (0418 383 055 dave@redlandscrc.org.au) orClinton
(0424 477 487 clinton@redlandscrc.org.au)RCRC Easter Services
Good Friday: 9am
Easter Sunday @ RCRC: 9am
Easter Sunday @Cleveland
Showground: 7:30pm….Are you asking your friends?
20twenty Cricket
It’s taking the cricket world by storm and many people are saying it’s the future of the game.
If you’re looking for a great way to introduce your friends to your Church mates and more importantly, God! Or if you would just love to play 20/20 cricket, here is your opportunity!!!!!!!
This winter, the first and onlyBrisbane
20/20 cricket competition is being run by the Churches Cricket Association of Queensland and is comprised of 6 Churches from theRedlands
. RCRC has entered a team and now we are calling for team members.More details:
Saturday afternoons 1pmà4pm (That’s right, it’s all over in 3 hours!)
Venue is inCleveland
15+ (NOT only for youth)
Cheap as chips!
Want to know more? Email josh@royalfoods.com.au
Not feeling as sporty as you once were, but still want to get behind this great evangelism tool? You may be our perfect square-leg umpire!!! Email josh@royalfoods.com.au for more info…
Got a business and want to sponsor the RCRC side? We need some eye-catching shirts. Email josh@royalfoods.com.au to register your interest.
The team will fill quickly, so get in now!!! Also, be prepared we will need all of you to join our prayer team. Both sides = UNBEATABLE!
Boundary Rd
Boundary Road
This morning RCRC will be lodging the "change of use" application for theBoundary Rd
property with the Redland Shire Council. The deadline for the application under the existing regulations is the end of this week, so we have managed to get the town planners and architect to do their paperwork just in time.As well as making application for the "change of use" from rural use to "a place of worship", we have also applied for another category which incorporates the use of the building and premises for other activities that include - conference and function rooms, sporting activities/venue, and other community events (eg meeting hall). Lodgement fees for this type of application are considerably more expensive than for the "place of worship" application, but it was deemed to be wise to apply under the current standard, rather than the new standard being released next week. This will then allow for a greater scope of use of the property and facilities.
The Boundary road program is starting to generate extra costs (e.g. the architects, town planners and applications) beyond the holding costs of the land. There are now new opportunities for you to target some special gifts and be a blessing to the church family.
We warmly encourage you to continue to give generously to this project. Our prayer is to be used for God’s kingdom purposes in theRedlands
. This is a vision which extends significantly beyond the present and which includes future generations. We could not think of a more stimulating challenge than to commit to this future, in God’s grace, with you.Please see Eddie Bos (bos@royalfoods.com.au - 0416 000 600) with your gift, and he will allocate it according to the appropriate financial needs.
Employment Opportunity:Redlands
College
Redlands
College
is a P-12 school of over 1,100 students and 130 staff, operated by members of the churches of ChristThere is an opening for a 10 week contract, 3 days per week, as Recepotionist in the Public Reception area
Terms of Contract: April 18 – June 23
Requirements
Faith in and commitment to Jesus Christ
Prior reception experience
Pleasant phone manner
Well developed communication and organisational skills
Ability to work effectively in a small team
Ability to work under pressure
Computer skills (MS Word)
Hold or be prepared to apply for a “Blue Card”
Send your applications with resume and references to:
The
Business Manager Redlands College Anson Rd Wellington
Prayer
The Synod of the Christian Reformed Churches inAustralia
will meet inRedlands
May 7-13. Please uphold Greg Tenni as he takes his seat as a Synod delegate. Please pray for decisions which will glorify the Lord. This Synod will likely be a watershed for renewed local church focus on mission and ministry/discipleship developmentContinue to pray for the Lord’s guidance as we consider our future with Boundary Rd. Ask for the Lord to open new doors for witness and ministry. Seek a servant’s heart for theRedlands
church family and all who are part of it. Pray for wisdom for those developing concepts for the facilityThere are thousands homeless after Cyclone Larry; power is interrupted for weeks, homes and lives need to be rebuilt. You can also donate to Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal Fund by calling 1800 150 411 or making a donation through any branch of the Commonwealth Bank.
TheMyanmar
Team: The remainder of the team leaves this Friday, with some having left last Monday. Please pray for a strong witness, safe travel, and good health.Give thanks for the safe arrival of little Daniel de Boer, a son to Emmy and Roger. What a beautiful gift on God life is!
eNews - let's try that again.... apologies
Sunday's coming!
AM: Who can read about Jesus’ washing his disciple’s feet and remain unmoved? But what does it mean? Is it symbolic of Jesus’ selflessness? His humility? Might there be more to it? Clearly: there are implications for how followers of Christ do life, and they are huge. Read ahead at John 13:1-17
PM: Over the last 2 weeks we have been on a short term mission trip to Redlands, one that is opening our eyes to see the mission trip called life. During that time, we have most likely experienced pain, hardship, discomfort, as well as joy and excitement as we have seen what God does. But what is meant to sustain us for the longer journey? Where does our hope, comfort, our joy really come from? This Sunday night we will delve into Jesus’ debrief for his first 72 missionaries, and see what he has to say to us about the mission trip called life.
Ormiston Chaplaincy Car Wash: Feb 01
We still need people for the car wash, friends - can you come?
4 people for the 8:00 – 10:00 shift (sign up now and be home in time for coffee)
6 people for the 10:00 – 12:00 shift (signup now and get to sleep in)
This car wash to raise money for Chaplaincy at Ormiston School. The need is urgent.
The car wash is approved by the Redland Shire Council, and all monies raised will go straight to Ormiston Chaplaincy. If you want to be part of this cleansing ministry, please email dave@redlandscrc.org.au If you just want your car to be cleansed, we’ll do it with grace, but it will still cost you $5.00
ProFaith starts Monday week (April 03)…
What: If you’re a follower of Jesus and you have never declared your faith publicly to the church family you might want to come along to this short term group. In some others churches, this might be called ‘confirmation class’ or ‘baptism class’. The point is that it provides a context form people to say they are fair dinkum about following Jesus and that they want to honour him with their lives.
Who: anyone who wants take a public, permanent and serious stand for Jesus Christ
Format: we use a book called “Quest for Faith” as a discussion guide/reader. The chapters are short, and make for good discussion. Books will be provided for all attendees.
Where & when: Dave’s office, 7:30pm – 8:30pm Monday nights
Questions? Email/Phone Dave (0418 383 055 dave@redlandscrc.org.au) or Clinton(0424 477 487 clinton@redlandscrc.org.au)
RCRC Easter Services
Good Friday: 9am
Easter Sunday @ RCRC: 9am
Easter Sunday @ Cleveland Showground: 7:30pm
….Are you asking your friends?
Boundary Rd
Developments
This morning RCRC will be lodging the "change of use" application for the Boundary Rdproperty with the Redland Shire Council. The deadline for the application under the existing regulations is the end of this week, so we have managed to get the town planners and architect to do their paperwork just in time.
As well as making application for the "change of use" from rural use to "a place of worship", we have also applied for another category which incorporates the use of the building and premises for other activities that include - conference and function rooms, sporting activities/venue, and other community events (eg meeting hall). Lodgement fees for this type of application are considerably more expensive than for the "place of worship" application, but it was deemed to be wise to apply under the current standard, rather than the new standard being released next week. This will then allow for a greater scope of use of the property and facilities.
The Boundary road program is starting to generate extra costs (e.g. the architects, town planners and applications) beyond the holding costs of the land. There are now new opportunities for you to target some special gifts and be a blessing to the church family.
We warmly encourage you to continue to give generously to this project. Our prayer is to be used for God’s kingdom purposes in the Redlands. This is a vision which extends significantly beyond the present and which includes future generations. We could not think of a more stimulating challenge than to commit to this future, in God’s grace, with you.
Please see Eddie Bos (bos@royalfoods.com.au 0416 000 600) with your gift, and he will allocate it according to the appropriate financial needs.
20twenty Cricket
It’s taking the cricket world by storm and many people are saying it’s the future of the game.
If you’re looking for a great way to introduce your friends to your Church mates and more importantly, God! Or if you would just love to play 20/20 cricket, here is your opportunity!!!!!!!
This winter, the first and only Brisbane20/20 cricket competition is being run by the Churches Cricket Association of Queensland and is comprised of 6 Churches from the Redlands. RCRC has entered a team and now we are calling for team members.
More details:
Saturday afternoons 1pm - 4pm (That’s right, it’s all over in 3 hours!)
- Venue is in Cleveland
- 15+ (NOT only for youth)
- Cheap as chips!
Want to know more? Email josh@royalfoods.com.au
- Not feeling as sporty as you once were, but still want to get behind this great evangelism tool? You may be our perfect square-leg umpire!!! Email josh@royalfoods.com.au for more info…
- Got a business and want to sponsor the RCRC side? We need some eye-catching shirts. Email josh@royalfoods.com.au to register your interest.
The team will fill quickly, so get in now!!! Also, be prepared we will need all of you to join our prayer team. Both sides = UNBEATABLE!
Employment Opportunity: Redlands College
Redlands College is a P-12 school of over 1,100 students and 130 staff, operated by members of the churches of Christ. There is an opening for a 10 week contract, 3 days per week, as Recepotionist in the Public Reception area
Terms of Contract: April 18 – June 23
Requirements
- Faith in and commitment to Jesus Christ
- Prior reception experience
- Pleasant phone manner
- Well developed communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a small team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Computer skills (MS Word)
- Hold or be prepared to apply for a “Blue Card”
Send your applications with resume and references to:
The Business Manager Fax 07 3207 3799 Email mail@redlandsc.qld.edu.au
Redlands College
38 Anson Rd
Wellington Point Qld 4160
Prayer
- The Synod of the Christian Reformed Churches in Australiawill meet in
- Redlands May 7-13. Please uphold Greg Tenni as he takes his seat as a Synod delegate. Please pray for decisions which will glorify the Lord. This Synod will likely be a watershed for renewed local church focus on mission and ministry/discipleship development
- Continue to pray for the Lord’s guidance as we consider our future with Boundary Rd. Ask for the Lord to open new doors for witness and ministry. Seek a servant’s heart for the Redlands church family and all who are part of it. Pray for wisdom for those developing concepts for the facility
- There are thousands homeless after Cyclone Larry; power is interrupted for weeks, homes and lives need to be rebuilt. You can also donate to Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal Fund by calling 1800 150 411 or making a donation through any branch of the Commonwealth Bank.
- The MyanmarTeam: The remainder of the team leaves this Friday, with some having left last Monday. Please pray for a strong witness, safe travel, and good health.
- Give thanks for the safe arrival of little Daniel de Boer, a son to Emmy and Roger. What a beautiful gift on God life is!
Bumper eNews Edition
Sunday's coming!
AM: Who can read about Jesus’ washing his disciple’s feet and remain unmoved? But what does it mean? Is it symbolic of Jesus’ selflessness? His humility? Might there be more to it? Clearly: there are implications for how followers of Christ do life, and they are huge. Read ahead at John 13:1-17
PM: Over the last 2 weeks we have been on a short term mission trip to Redlands, one that is opening our eyes to see the mission trip called life. During that time, we have most likely experienced pain, hardship, discomfort, as well as joy and excitement as we have seen what God does. But what is meant to sustain us for the longer journey? Where does our hope, comfort, our joy really come from? This Sunday night we will delve into Jesus’ debrief for his first 72 missionaries, and see what he has to say to us about the mission trip called life.
Ormiston Chaplaincy Car Wash: Feb 01
We still need people for the car wash, friends - can you come?
4 people for the 8:00 – 10:00 shift (sign up now and be home in time for coffee)
6 people for the 10:00 – 12:00 shift (signup now and get to sleep in)
This car wash to raise money for Chaplaincy at Ormiston School. The need is urgent.The car wash is approved by the Redland Shire Council, and all monies raised will go straight to Ormiston Chaplaincy. If you want to be part of this cleansing ministry, please email dave@redlandscrc.org.au If you just want your car to be cleansed, we’ll do it with grace, but it will still cost you $5.00
ProFaith starts Monday week (April 03)…
What: If you’re a follower of Jesus and you have never declared your faith publicly to the church family you might want to come along to this short term group. In some others churches, this might be called ‘confirmation class’ or ‘baptism class’. The point is that it provides a context form people to say they are fair dinkum about following Jesus and that they want to honour him with their lives.
Who: anyone who wants take a public, permanent and serious stand for Jesus Christ
Format: we use a book called “Quest for Faith” as a discussion guide/reader. The chapters are short, and make for good discussion. Books will be provided for all attendees.
Where & when: Dave’s office, 7:30pm – 8:30pm Monday nights
Questions? Email/Phone Dave (0418 383 055 dave@redlandscrc.org.au) or Clinton(0424 477 487 clinton@redlandscrc.org.au)RCRC Easter Services
Good Friday: 9am
Easter Sunday @ RCRC: 9am
Easter Sunday @ Cleveland Showground: 7:30pm….Are you asking your friends?
Boundary Rd
Developments
This morning RCRC will be lodging the "change of use" application for the Boundary Rdproperty with the Redland Shire Council. The deadline for the application under the existing regulations is the end of this week, so we have managed to get the town planners and architect to do their paperwork just in time.
As well as making application for the "change of use" from rural use to "a place of worship", we have also applied for another category which incorporates the use of the building and premises for other activities that include - conference and function rooms, sporting activities/venue, and other community events (eg meeting hall). Lodgement fees for this type of application are considerably more expensive than for the "place of worship" application, but it was deemed to be wise to apply under the current standard, rather than the new standard being released next week. This will then allow for a greater scope of use of the property and facilities.
The Boundary road program is starting to generate extra costs (e.g. the architects, town planners and applications) beyond the holding costs of the land. There are now new opportunities for you to target some special gifts and be a blessing to the church family.
We warmly encourage you to continue to give generously to this project. Our prayer is to be used for God’s kingdom purposes in the Redlands. This is a vision which extends significantly beyond the present and which includes future generations. We could not think of a more stimulating challenge than to commit to this future, in God’s grace, with you.
Please see Eddie Bos (bos@royalfoods.com.au 0416 000 600) with your gift, and he will allocate it according to the appropriate financial needs.
20twenty Cricket
It’s taking the cricket world by storm and many people are saying it’s the future of the game.
If you’re looking for a great way to introduce your friends to your Church mates and more importantly, God! Or if you would just love to play 20/20 cricket, here is your opportunity!!!!!!!
This winter, the first and only Brisbane20/20 cricket competition is being run by the Churches Cricket Association of Queensland and is comprised of 6 Churches from the Redlands. RCRC has entered a team and now we are calling for team members.More details:
Saturday afternoons 1pm - 4pm (That’s right, it’s all over in 3 hours!)
- Venue is in Cleveland
- 15+ (NOT only for youth)
- Cheap as chips!
Want to know more? Email josh@royalfoods.com.au
- Not feeling as sporty as you once were, but still want to get behind this great evangelism tool? You may be our perfect square-leg umpire!!! Email josh@royalfoods.com.au for more info…
- Got a business and want to sponsor the RCRC side? We need some eye-catching shirts. Email josh@royalfoods.com.au to register your interest.
The team will fill quickly, so get in now!!! Also, be prepared we will need all of you to join our prayer team. Both sides = UNBEATABLE!
Employment Opportunity: Redlands College
Redlands College is a P-12 school of over 1,100 students and 130 staff, operated by members of the churches of Christ. There is an opening for a 10 week contract, 3 days per week, as Recepotionist in the Public Reception area
Terms of Contract: April 18 – June 23
Requirements
- Faith in and commitment to Jesus Christ
- Prior reception experience
- Pleasant phone manner
- Well developed communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a small team
- Ability to work under pressure
- Computer skills (MS Word)
- Hold or be prepared to apply for a “Blue Card”
Send your applications with resume and references to:
The Business Manager
Redlands College
38 Anson Rd
Wellington Point Qld 4160
Fax 07 3207 3799 Email mail@redlandsc.qld.edu.au
Prayer
- The Synod of the Christian Reformed Churches in Australiawill meet in
- Redlands May 7-13. Please uphold Greg Tenni as he takes his seat as a Synod delegate. Please pray for decisions which will glorify the Lord. This Synod will likely be a watershed for renewed local church focus on mission and ministry/discipleship development
- Continue to pray for the Lord’s guidance as we consider our future with Boundary Rd. Ask for the Lord to open new doors for witness and ministry. Seek a servant’s heart for the Redlands church family and all who are part of it. Pray for wisdom for those developing concepts for the facility
- There are thousands homeless after Cyclone Larry; power is interrupted for weeks, homes and lives need to be rebuilt. You can also donate to Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal Fund by calling 1800 150 411 or making a donation through any branch of the Commonwealth Bank.
- The MyanmarTeam: The remainder of the team leaves this Friday, with some having left last Monday. Please pray for a strong witness, safe travel, and good health.
- Give thanks for the safe arrival of little Daniel de Boer, a son to Emmy and Roger. What a beautiful gift on God life is!
Monday Mailbox (on Tuesday...)
Who will you invite?
A few weeks ago I sent you an encouragement to invite people along to our Easter Services.
Today I want to encourage you to take the step you’ve been praying about.
As I do this, I’m mindful that asking someone to a church service is not the easiest thing to do. I am no expert: but I thought it would be helpful to share the following few points with you. Maybe you have a few other suggestions – I’d be glad to hear about what works in your experience!
Anyway, here are a few things to keep in mind:
- People really are interested in what is valuable to you. When you talk positively and confidently about your spiritual life it may have more of an impact than you think! Estimates vary, but most will agree that when asked by a friend, people often are inclined to accept an invitation to a service or a church event.
- We live in an age where people are more and more open to spiritual things. Today’s people are more inclined to discuss spiritual matters than previous generations – give it a try
- Ask people whether they have ever had anything like a spiritual experience. Once again, you’ll probably be surprised how open people are. Once they have shared their experiences, you can share yours.
- Talk about the Easter weekend. Ask what their plans are, and share your own. Add something like “How about you come along with us, and we have some lunch afterwards?”
- Stay upbeat and positive about your church community. Talk about how it’s made up of everyday people who are easy to relate to. Talk about how teaching is relevant, music is great, and it’s a place where people matter. You might even mention how being part of your community helps you manage some of the tougher bits of life – that’s sure to capture some interest.
- Remember: People really are interested in what you find interesting and helpful – they won’t often expect you to talk so positively about your church family. What a pleasant surprise it will be!
- Relax. You don’t have to know all the answers to every question. If tough questions come up, let them know you’ll try and find an answer. People appreciate it when Christians admit they don’t know some of the answers. The most important thing you need to know is what difference following Jesus makes in your life.
- Most of all: just keep praying that God will use your words, overcome your weaknesses, and give you peace about what you will say. It’s God who changes hearts, opens minds, and who will speak to the inner realities of the people you are praying for. Keep asking him to use you. And keep taking him on His word!
Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect… (1 Peter 3:15)
Have a great week, church!
PS. Don't forget: I'd be glad to hear how you get on You can send your response to dave@redlandscrc.org.au
It's a boy!
Congratulations to Emmi and Roger, Ashleigh and Jack on the birth of a boy, Daniel, born Friday night.
Easter Festival Prayer Bulleting
Prayer for Freebies
The Easter festival has come to mean different things to different people. For 'we in the know' it is an opportunity to show the love of Christ to the greater community. For many unchurched people there is the opportunity of some freebies: free food + free rides & entertainment = free day out. No problem. But with the Easter festival this year, we want people get beyond just that.
So its time to start praying corporately & privately. The latter can be done anytime, day or night in the lead up to the Easter. There are a number of opportunities to join in the former.
1. RCRC has been 'rostered' to a time of prayer and fasting from 6am on 04/04/06 to 6am on 06/04/06. More on this to come later.
2. There is also a prayer vigil at the Tent of Promise. We are rostered from Midnight Good Friday night to 1am Easter Saturday morning. We need a team of people to attend at the Showgrounds for this 1 hour time slot. Please mark this in your diary, it's more important than sleep.
Would you join in praying that this year, as people come on Easter Monday, that they would perceive the greatest freebie of all - their salvation. Its great that Christians of the Redlands are joining together during this time. No doubt many people grow out of this experience. But we're not doing this for ourselves. We want to see a harvest of souls!!
If they were giving away winning tickets to Powerball, everyone would stampede. Here we are offering something so much more precious. Join us in asking the King that people would see what is truely on offer this Easter.
Blessings,
Damien Watson (damienwatson@optusnet.com.au)
Late eNews
Two Corrections... and one more prayer point
Ormiston Chaplaincy Car Wash: Saturday April 01
There will be teams of people washing cars next Saturday (April 01) from 8:00am to raise money for Chaplaincy at Ormiston School. These Car Washes are approved by the Redland Shire Council, and all monies raised will go straight to Ormiston Chalpaincy. If you want to be part of this cleansing ministry, please email dave@redlandscrc.org.au If you just want your car to be cleansed, we’ll do it with grace, but it will still cost you $5.00
GEMS & Cadets Carwash Postponed...
The car-wash scheduled for coming Saturday (March 25) has been posponed for all sorts of reasons - please bring your dirty car on April 1 instead, and if you'd like to wash, email Dave
Fun begins Friday Night (tomorrow)
The Youth Group have organised a Trivia Night for tomorrow night: field a team or come on your own - it will be a blast!
Get creative with the truth, and alolow others to laugh at your expense!
This could be a great opportunity for your Small Group to get together in a social environment and form a team.
If you want more info, email Bonnie funky_foreva@hotmail.com (phone 0401 526 442)
Prayer
- Emmy de Boer will be admitted to hospital today for an induced delivery of their little one: please prayer for health, and a safe arrival. God's hands are gracious hands
Mid Week News
AM: Just jump in!
“How can I live closer to God?” – a question that has occupied the thoughts of people since ancient times. Some religions think this comes by withdrawal from the world. Others by attaining ‘nirvana’ (the spiritual state, not the band). Still others by religious practise like reading the bible, prayer, and fasting. Is this what the Bible teaches? Hmmm. The answer is surprising. Come along Sunday and catch a whiff of the Kingdom.
PM: The Glory and Majesty of God
Looking at the vision of Isaiah and the prophecy as found in Isaiah 6. Come along at 5pm to hear more.
Ormiston Chaplaincy Car Wash: Feb 01
There will be teams of people washing cars next Saturday from What: If you’re a follower of Jesus and you have never declared your faith publicly to the church family you might want to come along to this short term group. In some others churches, this might be called ‘confirmation class’ or ‘baptism class’. The point is that it provides a context form people to say they are fair dinkum about following Jesus and that they want to honour him with their lives. Who: anyone who wants take a public, permanent and serious stand for Jesus Christ Format: we use a book called “Quest for Faith” as a discussion guide/reader. The chapters are short, and make for good discussion. Books will be provided for all attendees. Where & when: Dave’s office, Questions? Email/Phone Dave (0418 383 055 dave@redlandscrc.org.au) or Copies of “The Volunteer Revolution” by Bill Hybels are available for purchase for $14.00. This is a very encouraging booklet, and it will open you eyes to how you can serve more effectively. See Dave, Clinton or Ingeborg · The Synod of the Christian Reformed Churches in · Continue to pray for the Lord’s guidance as we consider our future with · There are thousands homeless after Cyclone Larry; power is interrupted for weeks, homes and lives need to be rebuilt. You can also donate to Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal Fund by calling 1800 150 411 or making a donation through any branch of the Commonwealth Bank. · The ProFaith starts Monday week (April 03)....
Living Beyond Myself: great book to read
Prayer
Moday Mailbox
How do we feel today?
It always amazes me how different one family is from another. Each family has different stories, different habits, different ways of unwinding, different places to go on holidays. In this sense we could say that each family has a unique ‘feel’.
Churches are no different. Even churches that share so much of what they believe can have a different ‘feel’. We could call this the church ‘culture’ or ‘ethos’. It’s not so much what we want to happen, but what actually happens. ‘Ethos’ includes our collective desires and purposes, and what we are actually working towards.
So, what’s the point?
The point is that three or four decades ago people would make a decision about which church to attend on the basis of doctrine. Today most people make a decision about attending a church on the basis of ‘ethos’. We might wonder whether that’s really the best basis on which to make a decision, and the truth is it may not be. But that doesn’t change the reality that questions of church culture and ethos dominate people’s minds when they are looking for a church.
This is one of the reasons we have to think about our ethos. The question is two-fold: what is our current ethos, and what do we believe it should be? Put it a different way: what’s the typical Redlands CRC ‘feel’? And: ‘what should it be?’
Now, that question can be answered from numerous perspectives: what it means for witness, for community, for worship, for social issues. Today I just want us to consider what it means for how we use our gifts and how we serve.
If we think of that great passage about the body of Christ (1 Cor 12): it’s clear that every part of that body is important. Try thinking of a part of your own body you can do without – what would it be? An eye? A toe? A few of your teeth? A leg? Truth is, whenever we permanently lose a part of our body, we are disabled!
So, can Christ’s body do without your contribution, or your talent, or your service? No way! The body may survive, but it will limp all the way.
Our ethos needs to reflect that: it needs to be seen in the way we do and experience church together. As a royal priesthood and a holy nation, we need an ethos where people naturally think…
- It’s normal for me to be serving by using my gifts
- It’s normal for the church to equip me for this work
- It’s normal to see every person’s contribution as indispensable for the healthy operation of the body of Christ
- It’s abnormal for me to be uninvolved, to stay on the sideline, or worse: to be told I’m not needed
So think about it
- Do you know what your major gifts are? Would you like some help working them out, or seeing how you can use them better?
- Will you support your church as we reshape the ‘service’ element of our ethos?
- Will you ask God to show you how to serve him better?
Have a great week, church!
Prayer Point
Please pray for Albert and Anna Verkruissen. Recently Albert was diagnosed with a macular hole in his left eye. This condition requires an operation, otherwise he will go blind. The operation is scheduled for 6th April in the afternoon. Please pray for the hole in his eye to be fixed successfully. For the next two weeks he is not allowed to do anything – he is required to keep his head down for ¾ of an hour and can only lift/have his head up for the other ¼ hour. Pray for patience for both Albert and Anna and pray for strength for Anna as she cares for her husband, that she will cope with the situation.
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