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In our message this week, Simon starts our next 4-week series Good Different (Living as a Christian in a non Christian World) unpacking chapters 5-8 of Paul's first letter to the church in Corinth (1 Corinthians).
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Life Group Bible Studies
prepared by Graham Buxton
Thanks to Graham for these Life Group Bible Studies - there's an introduction and then short and helpful studies with questions for this whole 4-week series. Copies available at church this weekend or click the image or link to download.
Download the Bible Studies from the previous series (Fool's Gold:1 Corinthians 1-4) here.
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Sunday morning worship
10.00am Sunday 9 Aug
We are so excited to be back gathering together in person! We know there are some for whom returning to worship raises some questions. We'd encourage you to watch the below video to hear about how these valid concerns are being addressed.
Huge thanks to all those who have been working hard behind the scenes to ensure that everything is in place from a safety and logistical perspective.
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Children's & Family Ministry Update
As we re-gather for worship, there are several changes relating to Children’s and Family Ministry and we wanted to let you know of these.
Please read this letter and info sheet (emailed to all families last weekend) for an update on:
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- Returning to gathered worship
- Family ministry – a renewed focus on connection
- Changes to seating
- Changes to LPC, Kindy Kids and KBG
- A renewed focus on team training
- Online Marriage Course (see below)
- Safe Church (incl COVID-19 specific info, cleanliness & hygiene)
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The Marriage Course online
** revised dates - starts Wed 19 Aug **
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Have you ever wanted to do The Marriage Course but found it hard to find the time or a regular evening? Well, now's your chance!
David & Kate will be running the course online in Term 3 (and planning for our next in-person course in Term 1 2021).
7.45-9.45pm Wednesday evenings starting 19 August* in the comfort of your own home (or catch-up the session in your own time if this is difficult - we'll send you the link to the session)
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This is such a great course (and yes, we're using the brand new re-filmed version), and a wonderful opportunity to invest in your relationship and learn more about each other in a fun and relaxed way.
You can find more about this course (incl. cost, how to book and a trailer) on our web/app page or on the event.
* Note that we've pushed the start date of this back a couple of weeks to ensure we have access to the new materials for the first week. Apologies for any inconvenience...
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This weekend (Fri 7 - Sun 9 Aug)
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Youth Group
6.30-9.00pm Friday 7 Aug
CoroUniting Church
This week we’re having a night of mini golf fun. We’ll also be hearing from Elliot bringing the word and saying farewell to Jesse and Tom B as they finish up in youth leadership.
Follow us on instagram to keep up to date - oh, and enjoy the video...! See you Friday!
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Free coffee before church
until 9.55am each Sunday in August
Throughout the month of August we are serving free coffee in the outside foyer area before the service, so come and join us to grab your cuppa before orders close at 9.55am sharp. Feel free to enjoy your coffee outside or bring it into church.
Thank you for your help in maintaining social distancing whilst queuing for coffee... remember to arrive early to place your order before 9.55am...
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Worship service
10.00-11.00am Sunday 9 Aug
Good Different: Severe Love
Join us as we worship together with Simon starting our next 4-week series in 1 Corinthians: Good Different: Living as a Christian in a non-Christian world.
This week's message is Severe Love (see the Service Recordings web page for the details, including Bible reading).
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We are *so* looking forward to seeing so many of the kids again!!
See the above Children's & Family Ministry Update section for some info on some exciting changes to our children's & family ministry...
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Live stream
from 9.45am Sunday 9 Aug
If you are unable to make it to church this morning you can still join us from 9.45am by tuning into our live stream broadcast at corouniting.online.church. This includes all the functionality you are used to - service host, chat function, live prayer etc.
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After the worship service has completed, the recording will be uploaded to our Service Recordings web/app page and our CoroUniting Sunday worship YouTube playlist (please allow for a day or two for this to happen during these first few weeks).
Subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep up to date.
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Next week (Mon 10 - Sat 15 Aug)
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mainly music is back!
9.30-11.00am Monday 10 Aug
CoroUniting church
Woohoo!! mainly music is back! Check out our web/app page or our FB group (restricted to current members) for more details.
Check out this term's mainly musings here.
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After School Art Classes
4.00-5.30pm Monday 10 Aug
CoroUniting KBG hut
Daniel Bell and Deborah Forsythe are again running after-school art classes this term.
The classes have been designed for middle and upper primary school children (9-12 years old) and are a great way for them to explore creative art and the gifts God has given them in these areas!
The lessons are good fun and give children opportunities to experiment with different styles of art and try different mediums.
See our web/app event for more details and contact info.
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Monday Prayer Nights
7.30-9.00pm Monday 10 Aug
CoroUniting Ministry Centre
Several of our church family meet together to pray each Monday evening.
These meetings are open to all. See our recurring web/app event for details or contact Sue Thompson (0412 793 611).
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Thursday Morning Group
9.30am Thursday 13 Aug
CoroUniting chapel
All are welcome to join the Thursday Morning Group for a time of prayer, singing and teaching on Thursday mornings, followed by a cuppa together.
- 6 Aug - 20 Aug How then shall we pray? with Andrew Klynsmith
- 27 Aug - 24 Sep TBA with Grant Thorpe
Come along and be refreshed with the Word.
Contact: Les Ormrod on 0404 732 484.
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Pre-school ministry team meeting
11.30am Sunday 23 Aug (incl. lunch)
*** note changed date ***
CoroUniting chapel
If you recently (prior to COVID) served in our pre-school ministry (LPC and Kindy Kids), we would love you to join us for a short team meeting after church as we lay out our hopes and dreams for the next season of our pre-school ministry. We'll even provide some (suitably prepared) lunch to make things easier.
We'll be contacting all who have been serving in this area recently, however if you are interested in being part of the team we would love you to come along!
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Women's Coffee & Chat
10.00am Friday 28 Aug
Bracegirdle's Blackwood
For women of all ages – all welcome to come and join in for a coffee and chat.
Looking forward to a catch up!
Contact: Glenda Hocking on 0408 800 961.
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Pray for Geoff Hill
Please pray for Geoff Hill who will be having spine surgery on Monday to free up the two nerves in his neck which are being pressed and causing severe pain.
Geoff writes that he values the prayers of the saints at Coro for him at this time with thanks to the Father for us all.
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Induction Hearing Loop
Just keen to check if anyone uses the the Induction Hearing Loop. It's currently out of action and we're keen to hear from those whom this affects... message Geoff Diment if this is you!
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We have solar!
Check out these photos from our recent solar installation which will be finalised next week. Huge thanks to the Admin Team for making this happen!
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Subscribe to us on YouTube!
Now at youtube.com/corouniting
Our YouTube channel is where you'll find all our online worship services, including kids and mainly music sessions. You'll also find updates and a whole load of other helpful videos too.
Now that we have returned to gathered worship we are still recording our live stream services and making these available on our YouTube channel (on the newly renamed 'CoroUniting worship services' playlist). Enjoy!
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Rosters
Some folk may be wondering about what's happening with rosters... well... we're changing the way we do things in more ways than one and during this time of transition the staff or ministry leaders will make direct contact with some of you to ensure we have the people to help out as needed.
Thank you for your support as we put new systems in place!
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COVID-19 Information
We have created a specific COVID-19 Information Resource Page that we would encourage you to view. It covers the following:
- Updates re. easing of restrictions (incl. specifics re. Step 3)
- Use of church facilities
- The COVID Team (Circle 92) - refugee / asylum seeker support
- SA COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line
- Emergency groceries
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Finance Update
During this period when our monthly newssheet is not being published, we wanted to still keep you up to date with our current financial situation:
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July figures (not incl. 31 July and any cash/cheques received):
Actual: $26,829 Budget: $29,640 Variance: $2,811
Year to date figures:
Actual: $202,559 Budget: $208,680 Variance: -$6,121
Thank you to all who are continuing to give generously in these times. Please contact David Parker at treasurer@corouniting.org for more info.
To give towards the mission of the church, please visit the Give menu option on our web/app.
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Position Vacant
We currently have a vacancy on the Finance Committee and are specifically seeking a Treasurer.
Contact David Parker at treasurer@corouniting.org for more info.
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Genesis Pregnancy Support
This week's prayer point:
- Praise that the school program is continuing this term and that students will be open to the information given to help them make good decisions for their future.
About us: Genesis Pregnancy Support Inc began 29 years ago to assist women and families faced with an unplanned pregnancy and lack of support. Women who were suffering following an abortion were also offered support and care. Over the years Genesis has grown from a couple opening their home to a flourishing centre with over 60 volunteers. Services are still focused on serving women and families in crisis, offering counselling, material assistance, a very affordable baby-gear shop, live-in support in the eMbrace program, abortion recovery through the eMerge program and education for school students through the beREADY program.
Contact: Cathy Marzahn on 0437 650 416.
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Postcards to deliver to...
the suburb of Coromandel Valley
We are aiming to deliver these postcards to each home in Coromandel Valley (around 1500 homes).
The postcards and corresponding maps (to ensure we don't double-dip) can now be picked up from the Church Office during office hours. Pick up a bundle or two and a pre-marked map and enjoy a walk through the valley either on your own or as you walk with a friend.
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Playgroup at Coro PS
9.00-11.00am Fridays
OSHC Hall, Coromandel Valley Primary School
Cost: $3 + fruit to share
See this poster for full details
Contact: Jenni Forder (Pastoral Care Worker at Coro PS)
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GENTS Camp SA
9.30am Sat 3 - 2.00pm Tue 6 Oct
Mylor Adventure Camp
GENTS Camp is for boys in Years 7-10. It's a camp where boys can be boys in the great outdoors, in a fun, safe and fully supervised way, but also where they are challenged in matters of faith as well as what it means to be a real man.
Earlybird rates ($260) close Sunday 9 August - registrations now open (with full refunds if the camp needs to be cancelled due to COVID-19).
Contact: Connor Beaty (Camp Director) - 0424 164 450 or chat with David for more details.
More details? Check out this letter (sent to prior campers) or watch this promo video... recognise anyone?
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GENTS Camp Father & Sons
5.00pm Fri 13 - 2.00pm Sun 15 Nov
Douglas Scrub Campsite, Blewitt Springs
GENTS Camp SA Father & Sons is a weekend away for fathers (or father-figures) and boys aged 8-12. It's a Christian camp aimed at helping fathers become clear on what type of legacy they want to pass on to their sons, and what type of meaningful activities will help them do this. Check out the Camp Program & Philosophy for more info.
Registrations ($70pp) now open (with full refunds if the camp needs to be cancelled due to COVID-19).
Contact: David Buxton or Hamilton McNicol (Camp Directors)
More details? Watch this 2019 highlights video... recognise anyone?
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