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Whānau News: 3 February 2023
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For the past long (and extended) wet weekend, I found myself often looking at the sky and the clouds. Clouds that comes in many forms. Rainclouds forming, rainclouds already formed, clouds with some thunderstorm. Clouds too dark that it makes you anxious of the danger it brings. At one point I asked where is God in this weather. And the Holy Spirit answered me, "sometimes He comes in the clouds". Then I found myself singing an old song of Steven Curtis Chapman with the same title. I have shared the song with you in this link...hope you'll be blessed just as I was!
- Den
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God's power in me / Tim Palmer
Colossians 1:28-29. This Sunday we conclude our Colossians series. It’s an all-age service for the long weekend. We will include time in small groups praying for our church and nation and celebrating communion together. God has called each of us to “work strenuously” to proclaim Christ and make disciples. But not in our own strength. We do this “with all the energy Christ so powerfully works within us”. What does it look like for the church to walk in the power of our risen Saviour? Join us at 10AM in-person or online. We would love to have you join us online for the service if you are unwell.
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For the Kids this Week...
How is everyone after the interrupted school start? I hope you have enjoyed the extra time with your family. We are continuing with all in together for church for the next two weeks. There will be snacks and activity packs available at the back of the auditorium. There are also musical instruments on the table in the whanau space so feel free to grab one and join in with the worship.
Upcoming dates to keep in mind
5th February - Kids church leaders meeting
19th February - Kids programmes start,
19th February - Primary aged programme Parents Meeting - come along to hear a little more about the year ahead
26th February - Preschool aged programme Parents Meeting - come along to here a little more about the year ahead.
If you have any questions about the above, please email me carol@fbc.nz or come see me on Sunday.
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Inspire '23
GIVING SUPPORT TO THOSE WHO SERVE AT FBC
Saturday Feb 25, from 1-3:30pm. Everyone who serves at FBC is invited to a relaxed afternoon of inspiration, prayer and worship. This will also be a time to share some practical tools, hear some testimonies and share some kai together. Our desire is that you leave this day with your heart full, and fueled to be a leader lead by God. Take note of this date and register here.
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A gift to thank the Palmer whānau
On the 12th of Feb we will be taking some time to thank Tim and his family for the way God has worked through them during their time serving at FBC. If you would like to financially contribute to this gift, you can give online. Our church bank account: 01 0403 0013842 00 or click here to donate now. Please put "Tim" in the reference.
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A book of testimonies for the Palmers
On Sunday morning there will be a book available in the foyer for you to share how God has work/moved in your life over the last seven years. It is a place to share testimonies of how God has led you, helped you to grow, miracles that God has graciously given. We would love this book to be an encouragement to Tim and his whānau, showing how God has been at work during the time Tim has been serving us as the Senior Pastor of FBC. Please take some time to write your story. If you would like to bring in a photo to stick in the book, you are most welcome!
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Youth Ministry News | Northern Easter Camp - AWAKEN
When: 6 - 10 April 2023
Where: Mystery Creek, Hamilton
Join thousands of teenagers from all over the North Island for a massive five day combined-youth gathering in the Waikato. Featuring great communicators, guest musical artists, outdoor activities, seminars, sports competitions, talent quest, pop up events and more. Buy your ticket now to take advantage of early bird prices! Note: you need to come to camp with a youth group - check out our website for more info. Really, what we're trying to say is - it's a massive vibe and you don't want to sleep on this!
For More Info Please email josh@fbc.nz or talk to your youth leader.
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ALPHA — Courses coming up!
Monday 6th March @ 10am (click to register)
Wednesday 8th March @ 6.30pm (click to register)
Please pray and invite friends, neighbours and family to enjoy this fabulous course which teaches the basics of the Christian faith. We can no stress too strongly that the success of the course is totally reliant on YOU bringing people along.
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Oasis
We meet this coming Wednesday at 10am for morning tea, a time of fellowship, praise and worship and some teaching on a video from Chuck Swindoll.
Some food to help with morning tea is always appreciated. All are welcome. Hope to see you then. For more information contact Charlie Potter. 027 529 8211
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Hospitality Team: Help Needed
The hospitality team is made up of 3 groups of people. They serve by preparing the Sunday morning tea and coffee. We also have people serving at the help desk, caring for the needs of the community. If you or someone you know would like to join this awesome team, please contact Den 0210310377 or email den@fbc.nz.
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FREE BOOKS!
Attention!!! The FREE book table is here again. It's located near the hot drinks table in the cafe/lounge. Please feel free to take what books you would like.
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Prayer at 5pm
“Christ is the head of the body, the church;” Colossians 1:18
Every Sunday at 5pm, we are deliberately taking time, as the people of God at FBC, to spend time seeking the triune God for how He is leading us in this next season at FBC. Please join us in the auditorium.
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GAT Prayer
Check out the latest news from the Global Action Team. Click here for the JAN - MAR newsletter. A printed copy is available at the Info desk. Thanks for upholding them and our other partners in prayer.
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Booking Rooms at FBC
If you would like to book the use of a room at FBC (either for personal use or church use), please fill out the form. Link for FBC Booking Form
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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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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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