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Welcoming the new lead pastor of Bishopdale Church


Pr Tinus de Nysschen, joined by his wife Elize and their two sons Elmar (15) and Henco (10), landed in Christchurch on the 8th of August and met their new church family last Sabbath. Tinus and his family have come all the way from Pretoria, South Africa to serve in our conference.

Pr Tinus has been in pastoral ministry since 2013. Prior to that, he had a successful plumbing business, which he sold in 2009 after feeling called to ministry. 

He is an accomplished and energetic pastor with strong interpersonal and communication skills, has an active, faithful and obedient relationship with Jesus, a genuine love for people, and great passion for discipleship and evangelism. 

Please join us in welcoming Pr Tinus and his family to South New Zealand, and keep them in your prayers as they find a home and get settled in Christchurch. 

- Michael Jones, SNZC Secretary-Treasurer
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EndItNow Emphasis Day 

27 August 2022 | Abuse of Power
This year for enditnow® Emphasis Day we have chosen to focus on "Abuse of Power," an issue that is difficult to address and infrequently spoke about in our church. How do those in power and leadership relate to church members? Many members have had painful experiences that they may have never spoken about but that nonetheless need to be addressed. This is a sensitive topic, and we ask that in all we do and say we do not make general statements about all people in power since this does not apply to all, only to some.

More info and resources at women.adventist.org/enditnow-day

Week of Prayer Readings

4-10 September 2022
The Week of Prayer Readings will be in the Adventist RECORD. They are produced by the General Conference and put in Adventist World magazine. If you are leading out and would like to read the craft copy you can download it here.

Ellen White and Contemporary Adventism

6 November, Online
Seventh-day Adventists have a rich heritage of visionary pioneering people. Ellen White, one of the Church's founders, had a spiritual gift—being a special messenger for God. She wrote many books, letters and spiritual reflections that have been preserved for our benefit today. How do we make the best use of these writings now? The international and scholarly speakers at this symposium will answer this question from many angles that will enrich our understanding and application. For more information: https://adventistchurch.com/ellen-white-symposium/

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What's coming up?

26-28 August - PLA & MG Training
10-11 September - Basketball Tournament & Youth Rally
21-23 October - Marriage Retreat
21-24 October - Pathfinder Camporee
8-14 January 2023 - Big Camp

Mid-Winter Concert & ADRA Fundraiser

20 August | Ilam Church
The upcoming Mid-Winter Concert and ADRA Fundraiser will be held at 6:30pm on August 20 at Ilam SDA Church (24 Ilam Road, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch). The concert will feature special items from Ilam Choir and other talented musicians. Sales tables of items will be in the foyer, with a variety of goods from craft, woodwork, plants, baking, etc available for purchase, with all proceeds going to ADRA. Come join us for a wonderful evening of praise. Please bring a gold coin donation for the entry fee.

Basketball Tournament

10-11 September
MainPower Stadium 289 Coldstream Road, Rangiora

Cost – $195 per team

Two grades:
1 - Championship Mixed
2 - Social Mixed

Rego cutoff is midnight on Sunday 28th August.

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Marriage Retreat

21-23 October, Hanmer Springs
Take time out with your spouse in the natural beauty of Hanmer Springs! Enjoy beautiful accommodation, delicious food, plenty of quality time together, fun activities, and enriching time with our guest speakers and other couples. 
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SNZ Big Camp 2023

8-14 January 2023 (Check-in from 10:00am on Sunday 8 January, check out by 12:00pm on Sunday 15 January)

Big Camp is a bi-annual event designed to help us grow in our faith and connect with other believers from around South New Zealand. There are activities every day for each age group, and the ability to either camp onsite or visit during the days/evenings. We will be joined by Pr John Bradshaw as our guest speaker in the Big Tent.

Venue: Pascoe Park, 20 Farrells Road, Ouruhia, Christchurch 8083

Meals: BYO, or buy from the Camp Cafe

Earlybird Discount: Will finish on Friday 30th September 2022 at midnight

Registrations Close: Sunday 4th December 2022 at midnight
 

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House to House

House to House has been developed by SNZC to resource and support life groups and home church groups.

The main features of House to House are:

  • A weekly newsletter with study prompts and resources each week
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In the Crucible with Christ

Adult Sabbath School Lessons and Bible Study Guide
(July to September 2022)


Explore weekly insights into the 3rd quarter 2022 Sabbath School Bible Study Guide 'In the Crucible with Christ'. Resources include lessons guides and Discovery Bible Readings guides.

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Sabbath School Quarterly Commentary: https://share.transistor.fm/s/090af5c3
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