28th October 2018
 Dear Friend,
Welcome to our BPPC eNews.
The trend in many churches today is to make "activities" the major focus, and the church that doesn't have activities is considered uninteresting. But what should be the focus of a Church?
The obvious answer, of course, is the Lord. But then the Church is "the Body of Christ" isn't it? So, do you take care of your body? Well, Jesus does for His too and reminds us that "each member belongs to the others," (Rom 12:5) as well as to Him.
To answer our question then, "Member Care" should be the main focus of the church. Paul puts it this way, "Let everything be done for edification" (1 Cor 14:26), and "members should have the same care for one another." (1 Cor 12:25)
Take care of each other, and enjoy this week's bulletin and buy up the opportunities to encourage one another in the Lord.
God bless you abundantly,
Pr Andre & Newsroom Team
Mission's Night - Next Saturday!
Just seven days till our "Mission's Night" with focus on New Guinea and a delicious shared meal. Please see Lyn, Kerry or Bev after the service so we know what food you will be bringing along.
Special Invitation
We'd like to especially invite our youth, young adults and young marrieds to join us for an inspirational and informative evening. God has a plan for every one of us in relation to missions so come along Saturday at 6:00 pm and find out what your role might be. Read more...
From the Pulpit
 Morning Service - 9:30 am
This morning Pr André Schwartz will share on the theme “Living for a Sovereign God” from Isaiah 36-39. How is your “stressometer” going at the moment: hitting 10 (blowing your brain) or 0 (cool as a cucumber)? Last week when Hezekiah hit 10 during a national crisis, he did exactly the right thing: he asked for a word from God, prayed that God would be glorified, and trusted Him alone. Now, what will he do in a "Personal Crisis," with the "stressometer" again hitting 10? He gets is so, so wrong, and when it drops to 0 he gets it really, really wrong! Come and learn how God wants us to handle stress through the actions of Hezekiah.
Evening Service - 6:00 pm
 This evening our Ministry Assistant, Johann Vorster, will preach on the theme, “Rejoice in the Lord Always” from Philippians 4:1-23. Again I will say, rejoice! What words from a man who knows not whether life or death awaits him. Yet, even so, Paul has a full measure of joy because he knows that he will endure to the very end, and that, when the end comes, he will be with his Lord at last. What a great mindset for troubled times. Come, hear more of these wonderful thoughts of the Apostle in Philippians 4.
- Pam Frazer has been in hospital this week commencing treatment for a Lymphoma which was diagnosed last week. Keep Pam in your prayers, and others dealing with a similar issue.
- Pray for our expectant mothers and those with newborn children. Another child (first or last) means huge changes in family life.
- Remember the children of our members who are far from the Lord at the moment, that the Lord will work in their hearts and "bring them to themselves" like the prodigal son.
Last week we prayed for the Communication Skills that our missionaries Nathan & Tomoko Stewart, Lucinda Windeatt and Lauren Crase need to communicate the Gospel effectively. This week we are praying that they might have an Effective Ministry as the Lord works through them.
- Teaching, preaching, witnessing;
- Boldness, open doors;
- Prepared hearts, fruitfulness.
 Lucinda Windeatt's Operation
Lucinda had a repeat ear operation on Wednesday afternoon to restore her hearing, which was quite seriously impaired even though she didn't blow her trumpet about it. Please pray for a total recovery so that she might continue serving the Lord effectively.
 Lauren Crase Update!
Like all health professions in Timor Leste, once you have graduated from university, there is no ongoing education or ‘upskilling’; what knowledge you learn at university is it for the duration of your career. Read more...
 Missionary Commitment Faith Promise
Please, don't forget to bring along your Missionary Faith Commitment slip filled in, and put it in the plate or give it to an elder or one of the mission committee members on Sunday. Remember, no names needed.
 Upcoming Events at QTC
Gary Millar, Principal of QTC informs, "QTC offers interesting, informative and edifying ministry to friends who would like to attend - and that's anyone. Don't forget the "Together for the Gospel" event on 25th November (No evening service that night!), and check out other events here.
 A Special Invitation for Ladies
The Logan Presbyterian Ladies' Fellowship is inviting our ladies to join them for their annual lunch on Wednesday 14th November at 10.00 am. The speaker will be Bindi Lawrence, a PresCare chaplain. Read more...
 Christmas Concert Choir - 23rd Dec.
There are now some items for the concert but where's the Choir? That means you and anyone who can sing in tune with others. If you would like to praise the Lord in song then please see André straight after the service on Sunday so he can count on you for the concert.
 Membership Class - Last Chance!
Some ten people have already signed up to sit in on the Membership classes. There's still room for more and it's not too late for you yet, if you're interested. Chat with André or Johann this Sunday morning to join the class, either to just learn more or to take the necessary steps to become a member. There's no obligation!
 What's Coming up?
The BPPC Calendar on our public website will keep you up-to-date with forthcoming events at our church for home groups, Young at Heart, Youth, Messy Kidz and even Session meetings and Ladies' coffee mornings. Click HERE or on the calendar and then on the item of your choice for more details.
 "Be-an-Andrew" - Graham Tour
60 years after the amazing crusades of Billy Graham (1959) his son Franklin will be bringing the same message to Australia and Brisbane. One aspect is to prepare people to be an "Andrew" or rather, a seeker of the lost. Read more here. Would you like to learn how? The preparation will be at our church so sign up with Johann after the service.
Resources for Learning & Spiritual Growth on our Public Site
No signing in needed to access these great resources on our public site. Just click on the icon of your choice and scroll down to see the resources available. But first, click on the icon strip below to access the page.
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