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Whānau News: 6 April 2023
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Dear whanau
These last few days after Resurrection Sunday, I have been pondering this scripture:
We have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body.
2 Cor. 4:7-10
Praying that you too, will be deeply touched by the wonder contained in these words.
~ Sandra
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The Abundant and Attractive Life / Steve Clark
Luke 7:12-16, John 10:10
This week we are starting a new series that look at what have we been called to do as the Church of Jesus Christ. Matthew 5:13-16 Jesus tells us that our role is to be light and salt in the world, to have an influence and to shine with the love of God in a way that declares the gospel message. This is our mandate to look beyond ourselves to our community, our nation and to the world.
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...
Happy holidays! We will be all in together for this service, to give our wonderful servant leaders a break. There will be snacks and activity packs at the back of the auditorium for those that need them.
We hope you have a great school holidays. Our kids church programme restarts for term two on Sunday 23rd April.
If you have any questions, please email carol@fbc.nz or come see Carol on Sunday.
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Prayer at 5pm (Resumes this Sunday, 16th April)
If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14. The presence of God’s Spirit fuelled by prayer brings God’s wisdom, strength and compassion into our lives and victory over the many issues that have held us back in the past. We would love you to join us, humble ourselves and pray -Sundays 5pm in the Church Auditorium.
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Parenting for Faith
Want to have faith conversations with you kids but not sure where to start or not sure that you have the right answers? We are here to help. We want to encourage and support you in this important role. We will be starting an eight week Parenting for Faith course on Sunday afternoons in May. More details to follow...
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Franklin Food Bank
We are partnering with the Catholic Church in Pukekohe to provide a food bank for those in need. They would love donations of:
- Canned foods
- Pasta
- 2-minute Noodles
- Jam
- Peanut Butter
- Women’s personal products
- Shampoo
Please consider adding one or more of these items to your shopping this week and bringing them in over the next few Sundays. There will be a box by the information desk for these to go into.
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Kid's Church
We are looking for people to lead and help in our kids church programmes. We are happy to give training in this, you just need a willing heart. Please email carol@fbc.nz if you are interested in this or serving in other parts of the church.
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Newcomer's Lunch
If you are relatively new to our church family, you are invited to the next Newcomer's lunch on Sunday 30 April in the Café. At this lunch, we will introduce you to our staff and leaders and tell you more about what's happening at our church. We encourage you to download our church app (Church Center), click on the "Events" tab on the bottom of your screen and register for the Newcomer's lunch; or click on the button below:
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30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World
The annual prayer focus for the Muslim World over the fasting month of Ramadan is from 22nd March to 20th April 2023. 30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World is a prayer guide that inspires. It is filled with stories to help us learn about, love and pray for Muslim peoples. You can use it individually, in life groups and families. The prayer guide booklet is available to download from the international website https://www.pray30days.org. There is a cost of US$2 which is about NZ$3.25. Please contact Val Horne or Stuart Smith if you are unable to download the guide and would like a printed copy.
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Donation Rebates/Receipts
Please note that donation receipts will be sent out on the last week of April 2023.
If you’ve made a donation above $5 to any registered charity, religious organisation or school in the past 4 years, you’re eligible for a 33% rebate from Inland Revenue. If you need help in processing your rebates, please come and see Den. He will be able to point you to places that can help. Completing a refund will give you the choice to either get the refund or re-gift it back to Franklin Baptist Church.
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Oasis
Due to school holidays there is no Oasis for next week. Margaret has organised a fun and fellowship drop in, any time between 10 and 11:15am. Morning tea will be available. All are most welcome!
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Seedpods
Seedpods is a weekly play workshop and friendship group for pre-schoolers and their caregivers. Thursdays at 9.30am during term time. Please contact Lynley Clark on 0276514349 if you are interested in attending. If you are interested but Thursday doesn't suit, please let us know. Flyers are available at the info desk if you have someone you would like to invite.
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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 Request 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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Barista Coffee
Due to the success of pre-ordering coffees before the service begins we are going to continue as a regular opportunity. We will continue to take orders after the service, however, if you’re able to pre-order before 10am we would hugely appreciate it. Pre-ordering is available from 9:30am every Sunday morning volunteer team dependant.
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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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