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Come along to the Triple C Club next Tuesday
Tuesday the 14th at 9.30am the Triple C Club are meeting over at Shingle Inn in Cleveland.
Everyone is welcome!
If you have any questions please contact Anna at 3207 4288 or Jo on 3207 2187
Music/Sound Ministry Team
Hi All,
If you are currently serving on the Music team or on the sound desk then this message is intended for you.
On behalf of Church Council I would like to thank you for your commitment and willingness to be involved with these important Ministries. Church Council has discussed the need to have a Music and Sound Ministry Team meeting.
We have scheduled two meetings for Sunday 19th June after the morning and evening services (You only need to make it to one) at these meetings we will discuss some changes that we have planned for these Ministries. We will also have a time of general discussion where we would value your input as we plan for the future. This meeting will not take long and everyone will receive a list of topics for discussion to keep us focussed.
This is an important meeting and we encourage you to put this date in your diaries.
Looking forward to seeing you all.
Peter Goodridge
Sunday - 9AM
So far in our series "Real Community" we have seen the call to love each other as Christ has loved us. But this week we are going to look at an aspect of Christian community that makes it unlike any other we could experience, as we see community forged on the front line of mission. As we wrap up our series in Romans we will be looking at Paul's greetings in 16:1-16, and his call to "Greet one another with a Holy Kiss" and the type of community that this envisages.
Sunday - 5PM
On the surface the book of Philemon seems to be about a runaway slave, his conversion and then Paul's attempt to have him reunited with his master. And that is certainly the story behind the letter. But interwoven in this story is so much teaching on the nature of Christian Community. That as the body of Christ, we are created by Christ and for Christ, to share an imitate Christ's work by forgiving each other. So, as we have been in the AM services the last month, this Sunday, by studying Philemon, we will look at Real Community.
Baptism
This Sunday morning we have the privilege of witnessing the baptism of Milo Beutel, son of Clint and Amber. We are blessed to witness the faithfulness of God in the promises that he makes in baptism.
Can you lend The Meating a hand?
This Monday night The Meating hopes to be together again, providing Christian community for men.
We have a great program lined up, and we have some fantastic beef ready to hit the BBQ, but we're in need of one or two people who may be able to make some salads and a potato dish to have with it.
What you need to know:
Number of hungry men: about 45 (number to be confirmed on Sunday night)
Type of dish: we have done Caesar Salad and Potato Bake in the past, but you could do something different... Recipes can be provided on request: the way we do it is pretty easy, even Dave can do it... It has taken us about an hour to prepare this for about 40-50men in the past, plus cooking time of about 50 mins.
How/Where: the RCRC kitchen is pretty well equipped
If you can help, please email Dave: djgroenenboom@gmail.com
We will need to know by Saturday (today) 7:00pm
Thanks!
Notes from Congregational Meeting – 1/06/11
A congregational meeting was held last Wednesday night. Below are some of the ‘highlights' from that meeting. If you have any questions about any of these points, please talk to one of the elders.
• The congregation was informed that a number of nominations for elder have been received. Church Council is meeting on 14/06 and after this time a number of names will be brought before the congregation for voting.
• Our treasurer, Eddie Bos, reported on the church's current financial position. The special offerings in May came to just over $40,000. We are still approx $20,000 behind for this current financial year, but we thank God for his grace, and the congregation in their generosity in their giving.
• The motion to sell Lot 90 Sturgeon Street was passed.
• The congregation was informed that Tessa Kippen, our Ministry Administrator, has resigned. She will be ceasing her employment at the end of June. We are thankful to Tessa for the wonderful job she has done. At this stage, Church Council is discussing whether to advertise for this position, or to seek to ‘staff' the office with volunteers.
• The congregation was presented with two options for our ‘interim' time until a new, permanent pastor can be appointed. Option 1 is to spend this time ‘vacant' with the ministries of the church being overseen by the Church Council, and many roles filled by volunteers. Option 2 is an offer provided by Bray Park Community Church (another CRCA congregation on the north side) that their Senior Pastor John Hoogenhout serve as interim pastor at Redlands CRC as a 0.5 position. These two options were tabled and then discussed in groups, with feedback given to the wider meeting. Church Council will continue to consider the options in the light of the feedback given. For more information, please talk to one of the elders
• The meeting ended with prayer in groups.
Office Hours
Office hours for the week 5th of June - 12th of June are:
Tuesday 7th 8.30am - 12.30pm
Thursday 9th 7.30am -11.30pm
tkippen@redlandscrc.org.au
Phone: 3286 4700
Trainer Needed!
Help Needed
Anyone interested in assisting Fiona Lyons to train for her international boccia competitions?
Training is 7 hours per week: Tuesday 11.30am - 2pm; Wed 9am - 10.30am; Friday 8.30am - 11.30am (Times can be changed slightly) Fiona trains at the Sleeman Centre, Chandler & PCYC gym Capalaba.
This is a paid position. Please email Fiona on Fiona_lyns@yahoo.com.au
Music and Sound Ministry Team Meeting
Hi All,
If you are currently serving on the Music team or on the sound desk then this message is intended for you.
On behalf of Church Council I would like to thank you for your commitment and willingness to be involved with these important Ministries. Church Council has discussed the need to have a Music and Sound Ministry Team meeting.
We have scheduled two meetings for Sunday 19th June after the morning and evening services (You only need to make it to one) at these meetings we will discuss some changes that we have planned for these Ministries. We will also have a time of general discussion where we would value your input as we plan for the future. This meeting will not take long and everyone will receive a list of topics for discussion to keep us focussed.
This is an important meeting and we encourage you to put this date in your diaries.
Looking forward to seeing you all
Peter Goodridge
Sunday - 9AM
Over the last couple of weeks we have looked at the issues of love and unity within the church. We have been challenged by how living under Jesus, in the church, asks from us a completely different attitude from what we know anywhere else, one that seeks to constantly give, instead of receive. But with an inbuilt compass that wants to point to 'me', a society that tells me that its all about 'me' and trying to love people who are less than perfect, we may begin to wonder how this is actually possible. But this Sunday morning we continue our series in "Real Community" by looking at Romans 13:8-14. This not only calls us again to live in love, but helps us understand both the motive and the method for living this way.
HSM service, this Sunday, 5PM
This Sunday evening the HSM will be leading the 5PM service. The topic for the service will be "Me, me, me" looking at the way our self centred culture impacts us and, most importantly, how Jesus calls us into a kingdom that is about service. Read ahead in Mark 10:35-45.
Preachers: Clinton Berends and Mark Flynn
The Meating: June 6, 7pm
This month's Meating is coming up next Monday!
Phil Bird will be interviewing Wayne Hall. Both men are from RCRC: Phil is involved in the construction industry and also as a counsellor with Lifeline, and Wayne is a musician, a truck driver, and a volunteer with Crossroads Bible Institute (mentioned by Kevin Rietveld on Sunday night). These men will help us see how God can work in all of us. Our prayer is that their interaction will draw us into a deeper following of our living Lord.
Please Register to let us know you're coming. We'd want to make sure there's enough food to go around!
Send your registration to Dave Groenenboom now to reserve your place.
Please also invite your friends! If others are coming with you, please register for them as well!
Donation: $10.00
Congregational meeting
Congregational Meeting
Please join us at our Congregational and prayer meeting tomorrow, June 1st at 7.30pm.
We will be discussing options for interim and future pastors, as well as land and finances.
At the meeting we will be presenting the following motion to the congregation:
"To sell lot 90 Sturgeon Street" (Please see image below)
Farewell lunch for Clinton and Tracy
Farewell lunch for Clinton and Tracy
This Sunday we will be having a special farewell lunch for the Berends family straight after the 9am service. We would love you to bring a plate of finger-food so we can have a lovely table full of food to share as a congregation. If your surname begins with A-L, please bring a plate of something savoury. If your surname begins with M-Z, please bring a plate of something sweet. You may also like to bring a blanket so we can sit on the grass.
Any questions? Email Lauren:
laurendowns@optusnet.com.au
Who’s coming to Dinner Update
It is encouraging to see so many names filling up on the Sign-Up sheet for our 'Who's coming to Dinner' evening. The event is being held on Satruday the 25th of June, so please keep the night free.
Also a reminder that the 19th June is the last day to sign up for the Dinners, so that Hosts and Guests can be notified early in the week of the Dinner.
If you have any questions please contact Jan Hughs,
Ph. 38213692 Mob.0410633689 or at ausphoto@bigpond.net.au
Oops... Chaplaincy Dinner RSVP
Sorry everyone- the correct address to RSVP for the Chaplaincy Dinner this Friday is melodyg@su-chaplain.com . You can also contact Melody at 0431 144 126.
Thank you for supporting school chaplains in the Redlands- hope to see you at the dinner on Friday!
You're Invited: Redlands Chaplaincy Dinner
There are still a few seats left that need filling for the Redlands Chaplaincy Dinner this Friday night 3 June!
6:30PM for a 7PM start, at the Redlands Sporting Club, Anson Rd Wellington Point.
Come along for an inspiring night with guest speaker Dan Leeson (Paralympian and local parent) and singer Daniel Kay, hear more about the work of Chaplains in the Redlands, and of course enjoy a delicious dinner! The dinner is complimentary, with a donation being taken up on the night for SU QLD and Redlands Chaplains.
Chaplaincy in the Redlands is thriving, but needs your support more than ever, as the Government funding for chaplains is being challenged in the High Court. Please come along to the dinner to show your support for Chaplaincy and be encouraged by the fantastic work that is occurring in our schools!
RSVPs must be submitted by tomorrow (Tuesday 31 May), so please email Melody ASAP at melodyg@su-chaplain to secure your place.
Thank you for your support!
Donated TV
A church member has kindly offered a:
Panasonic (analogue) TV and remote which works well to anyone who needs/know's of someone who needs a tv.
Please contact the church office for more details at
tkippen@redlandscrc.org.au
Phone: 3286 4700
Deficit Reduction Offering
Last Sunday we conducted the first of our special offerings to help meet the deficit in the church budget. We are extremely thankful to God that so far $28,000 has been pledged. This goes a long way towards our current deficit of $61,000.
Tomorrow we will have our second offering. We again encourage church members to consider their own financial situation and to give generously where appropriate. There is opportunity to give in cash / check, and also through Credit Card and Direct Debit.
Church Office Hours 29th of May - 5th of June
Church Office
Office hours for the week 29th of May- 5th of June are:
Monday 30th 8.30am - 12.30pm
Friday 3rd 8.30am -12.30pm
tkippen@redlandscrc.org.au
Phone: 3286 4700
Sunday - 9AM
In John 17 Jesus prayed for the church: May they be brought to complete unity to let the world know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me. But really, as we look at the church and the pressures that are applied we have to question whether this is really possible. But this week we continue our series on "Real Community" by looking at the issue of unity, and continue to work through Romans 12 we begin to see God's answer through Paul's writing - a life and a community that is completely focused on others. Sounds impossible? The gospel suggests otherwise.
Prayer Points
Next week Alicia Black has her first round of Chemotherapy following surgery a few weeks ago. Please pray for God's strength and healing for her and Stu as they go through this therapy.
Please pray for Eleanor Jones (speaker at last year's lady's retreat) currently in PA ICU intubated and sedated as she has struggled with lung infections all year and the doctors have been unable to get them under control. She is gravely ill.
Sunday - 5PM
This Sunday evening we have Kevin Rietveld preaching. Kevin and his wife Machi are CRCA missionaries in Solomon Islands. As well as preaching, Kevil and Machi will be sharing about some of their work. Read ahead in Matthew 25:31-46
Deficit Reduction Offering
Yesterday's first deficit reduction offering (Sunday 22 May) totalled $14,000. We praise God for this giving. This is a good start against our deficit of $60,000, but there is still a distance to go to meet the target.
There is a further opportunity to give next Sunday.
This Week at Redlands CRC
Prayer Meeting: This Thursday night from 7-7.30pm.
Sunday 5PM: This Sunday evening we welcome Kevin and Machi Rietveld to our service. Kevin and Machi are CRCA missionaries in the Solomon Islands, and will be sharing something of their work in the Solomon Islands during the service. Kevin will also be preaching.
Lost Keys
This last Sunday Janette Hemelaar's keys went missing during or after the 9AM service. If you could please look around at what you took home from the service, you never know what you might find. If you have seen them, please contact Janette 0416000412.
Congregational Meeting
Our next congregational and prayer meeting is being held next week, Wednesday 1st June, 7.30pm @ the church. We were greatly encouraged at the attendance at the last meeting and would encourage you to be present again. We will be discussing options for interim anf future pastors, as well as land and finances.
At the meeting we will be presenting the following motion to the congregation:
"To sell lot 90 Sturgeon Street" (Please see image below)
At this meeting there will be a time for questions. However, in order to give adequate answers to questions we would prefer to have them in writing before the meeting. Please hand these to any elder, or email them to Chris Downs. laurendowns@optusnet.com.au
Deficit Reduction Offering Tomorrow
Tomorrow will be the first Sunday of our deficit reduction offering. As you are aware, our finances have dropped significantly below our budget and our current expenditure. We are urging the congregation to give generously to help us reduce the deficit that is currently in the budget.
There will be many ways to give tomorrow. For those who do not have cheque or cash, there are opportunities for Credit Card and Direct Debit.
Let's also pray that God would enable us to give generously, as he hsa given to us.
lost sunnies and bracelet
Before Easter Jen lost her sunnies and bracelet during MOPS. The sunnies are brown/black oroton and the bracelet is a pearl bracelet with a silver J charm. If you have seen either around the church please contact
Tess- 3286 4700 or at tkippen@redlandscrc.org.au
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