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Whānau News: 7 October
Hi FBC whānau,
Christmas is only 79 days away! Depending on the nature of your Christmas celebrations, this may add some tension to your life. I know that it has potential to add a considerable amount of stress to mine. However, I am learning to consciously slow down, breathe deeply and make time to sit in the presence of God. This week, the scripture I’ve been pondering is 1 Samuel 2:2: “There is no one holy like the Lord, there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.” Sitting in God’s presence in the mornings, meditating, tasting and experiencing Scripture, brings me into a place of reverence, peace and calm. I can honestly recommend this. Take a few minutes any time of the day to sit in silence and let Jesus love you; or take the verse of the day, and take time to meditate.
Happy Friday!
Sandra
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Chain Reaction | Carol Dobbe
Following on from what Pastor Tim talked about last week with our bikes needing a chain (connection to God) to work. Today, we will be looking at how we keep ourselves connected to God to make sure we are working like a well oiled bike, hopefully just like the ones you will be riding on in our Joy Ride for Joyya after church! Join us at 10AM in-person or follow this link for the online service.
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For the Kids this Week...
This week is our JoyRide Bike-a-thon for Joyya. Below is all the information you will need to be involved. Please have a careful read.
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JOYRIDE — What you need to know...come prepared to have some fun!
This week we will go ahead with the Bike-a-thon regardless of weather!
The plan for Sunday 9th of October:
9.30am - If your child is going to be involved in the Bike-a-thon, please bring your bike or scooter and helmets to the church hall.
10am - Gather together with your children in the service
10.40am - Children go out to the hall to get their bikes ready
11am - Bike-a-thon Starts
There will be a sausage sizzle and a drinks station set up for the children. THERE WILL BE SPOT PRIZES!!!
It is not too late to register your tamariki (child) by following this link.
If your child isn't keen to ride their bike or scooter, they are welcome to participate in other ways...like cheering on their friends, working the stop/go sign or helping at the drinks station. You are also welcome to invite your friends along with or without a bike.
Make sure you have asked your grandparents, aunties and friends to sponsor you! Send out this link to everyone you know so they can support the kids of Joyya: https://givealittle.co.nz/team/franklin-baptist-church. Every donation will go towards the efforts of the children biking.
For Everyone: Come prepared to give this Sunday in support of our FBC tamariki! There will be a donation box available in the foyer. While we are excited about the Bike-a-thon, there’s also an opportunity for everyone to participate in raising funds for the kids of Joyya throughout October. You could get people to sponsor you to ride a certain distance on your bike, or a group of e-bikers could consider a personal cycle trip to raise funds. Perhaps those gym enthusiasts could be sponsored for their personal goals on their static cycle machines. We’d love to hear your ideas! CHALLENGE YOURSELF! Here is a link for sponsorship https://givealittle.co.nz/team/franklin-baptist-church.
Parking:
We will have limited parking available on site this Sunday, because we are using some of the carparks to create an epic track for the kids to ride. Before the service there will be easy access to the lawn for parking, but once the service starts there will be only one lane available to exit. Please review the map below to find out where you can park. There are also plenty of parks available on the street, please be kind to our neighbours if you see them.
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Next Sunday...
Our last Whānau Worship Night of the year is happening on the 16th of October. It will start at 7pm in the Cafe. This evening is a relaxed, creative space to meet with God. Come as you are, ready to be refreshed by our loving God.
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Chinese Alpha Course
华人启发课程
时间：10月21日 - 12月16日，每周五，10:30am - 1pm, 为期九周。
报名联系人：Jackie 027 9389182； Sally 021 0798176
This is an exciting new programme!!! Alpha NZ are introducing an Alpha course in the Chinese language (with English subtitles). The launch of the Chinese Alpha course starts Friday 21st October in the church cafe from 10.30am to noon followed by a light buffet.
Please invite your family and friends to join Jackie and Sally for this exciting new venture.
Book your place on the course through FBC office - Paul
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Barn Dance
You do not want to miss the fun we will have at the Franklin Baptist Barn Dance! It is all happening on Saturday 15th October, 6:30pm - 8:30pm. There will be a cuppa and cake and spot prizes for the best dressed! Tickets are available for all: 5+ under: Free. $5 per person, $20 for family of 5, $25 for families of more than 5. Buy your tickets at the info desk. Or you can pay ahead using this link (choose barn dance on the dropdown) and pick up your tickets in the info desk. See you there!
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Update from Tim
I’ll be away over the next few weeks until Tuesday 25th October. This includes time with family and also time at a block course for professional development, as I upskill in mentoring other leaders. Next week, during the school holidays, a few others on the staff team will have some days away or adjusted hours. The best way to contact someone next week is to email staff@franklinbaptist.org.nz and someone from the staff team will get back to you.
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Lunch with the Murrays
Alan, Fiona, Abigail & Ethan will be at FBC on Sunday 16th October. Join us for an update on the 3H International School and to learn more about the Murrays Missions journey. Please bring some food to share, 12pm at the Café. (GAT Team).
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Baptist Hui and Missions Day
Our next Baptist Hui will be held at Bethlehem Baptist Church in the first week of November. Here’s a link if you’re interested in learning more about it. https://hui.baptist.nz
There is also info and registration details for the Baptist Mission Day on Wednesday 2nd November. It’s $20, open to all and it would be great to have a few representatives from Franklin Baptist Church there https://hui.baptist.nz/whats-happening/mission-day/.
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Oasis
Oasis is still meeting over the School Holidays at 10 but it will be a time for morning tea, fellowship and prayer.
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Christmas Craft Market
12 November 2022, 9am - 2pm. Calling everyone who makes things and wants to join in this mortgage repayment fundraiser! We’re looking for items made out of wood (woodturners), craft items, Christmas baking and preserves, handmade soaps, etc. Book your table now (tables are $20). Profit you make on the day will be yours to keep or you can choose to donate 10% or more to the mortgage repayment fund. Please spread the word to friends and family. Click this link to register your interest or secure a table. For more information please contact Sandra – sandra@fbc.nz.
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High Tea/Picnic for Friends, Fun and Fundraising
Saturday 19th November 2 - 4.30pm Set in Caldwell’s beautiful garden in Karaka with High tea and live music. Tickets soon available. $45 a double or $25 single. Diary the date and watch and listen for more details.
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Covid Reminder/Update
We are aware that there is a lot of Covid-19 and flu cases in the community at present. We would love to have you join us online for the service if you are unwell.
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Prayer Focus
A two-monthly newsletter from the Global Action Team. Click here for the SEP-OCT newsletter. A printed copy is also available at the Info Centre. In the Prayer Focus, this time you will see a new couple mentioned that FBC are now partnering with. Please take the time to read the introduction they have provided. Thanks for upholding them and our other partners in prayer.
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Prayer Chain
If you would like to submit a prayer request to the Prayer Chain, please email Arlene Hutcheon on arlene@ps.gen.nz or send a text to 0274726198. All prayer requests are treated as confidential.
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Giving
You can give online, by automatic payment or direct debit. Our church bank account: 01 0403 0013842 00 or click here to donate now.
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If you have a celebration you would like to share with everyone, please send it through to celebrations@fbc.nz. To make sure your birthday is given all the celebration it deserves, update your details in our Church Center app.
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As an encouragement to all of you while you're at home...check out some of the songs we're currently singing on Sundays and a few new ones we might sing in the future. If you have a Spotify account, this is the link to FBC Worship on Spotify
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