Kia Ora Church
I shared at Church a few weeks ago about a picture that someone had at eCamp. It was about the wind and how each tree moves differently as the wind affects it. This is a direct reflection of how the Holy Spirit works in our lives. Each of us hears and sees the Holy Spirit in a different way together as He is leading and guiding us all down the same path. It points to Jesus.
As we continue to discern what God has next for us at FBC, please remember to share what the Holy Spirit is doing in and around you. This brings encouragement to us as a church, as we strive to hear the voice of God together.
Grace and peace be with you this week.
- Josh van de Worp
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Arotahi - Mission Focus / Panel with Marian
Guest Speaker: Susan
Today we continue our focus on Renew Together with Arotahi. We have a panel of church members sharing how God led them to use their skills and abilities for His Kingdom. This will be followed by a great speaker, Susan, a member of the NZBMS Mission Council sharing with us about how we are made in the image of God, each with unique talents that we can use to share the gospel. 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...
Today the Preschool, Primary and Intermediate programmes will be following the Renew Together programme, looking at the unique way we are made in God's image and how we can use our strengths and abilities to serve Him.
If you have any questions, please email carol@fbc.nz or come see Carol on Sunday.
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Prayer at 5pm
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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Whanau Worship
We would love to invite you all to our next Whanau night on 28th of May 7pm to 8.30pm in the café at FBC. This will be a great time of worshiping, seeking and listening to what God is saying to us all.
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Baptism
We loved seeing Patty get baptised last week. It is a really special step in our Christian journey. We would love to talk with anyone who is considering baptism as the next step in their faith journey. For more information, please contact penny@fbc.nz or steve@fbc.nz.
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Professional Women's Life Group
A new Life group starting on Monday 1 May, or soon after. Meeting from 7.00 - 8.30 pm in Pukekohe. To find out more, contact Carolyn Cornu on thecornus@gmail.com or click here.
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CareyLocal
Learn, grow, and be transformed - wherever you are! CareyLocal is an exciting new initiative from Carey Baptist College designed to build biblical foundations for church volunteers, ministry and mission leaders, and anyone wanting to grow in their discipleship. Study with a cohort of 10 people from your faith community, and you can study for FREE! Join us for Mission of God, or Intro to the New Testament in Semester two. Get into it! For more information click here. To register your interest so that we can ensure we have at least 10 people signed up for each course (to make it free!), please email carol@fbc.nz
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Alpha - The Marriage Course
You're invited to join us for 7 sessions to strengthen your relationship.
Whether you’ve been married six months or 40 years, whether you’re in a good place or struggling, The Marriage Course offers practical support to strengthen your relationship.
The course helps couples to:
• Communicate more effectively
• Understand each other’s needs
• Resolve conflict
• Recognize how upbringing affects your relationship
• Develop greater sexual intimacy
• And much, much more...
The course starts middle July and will run for 7 consecutive weeks. Please register your interest here. Or click on “Events” in the Church Center app.
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Franklin Food Bank
A huge thank you to all that have been giving donations to the foodbank. They have been most gratefully received. We would love to make regular donations to the foodbank. Please continue to leave canned and dry foods, along with hygiene products at the information desk. Thank you for your generosity.
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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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Global Focus Lunch – Sunday 28th May
Sarah Caughley will share fresh insights and stories from her recent experiences as a teacher in Africa. Come and join us for a shared lunch in the café after the service.
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Search Committee Seeking Input from Congregation
As announced in church the Pastoral Search Committee is seeking congregational input as to what you believe God is saying to you regards the new Pastor. A large box is located at the information desk for you to put in your comments that you would like the Search Committee to consider. These can be anonymously if you wish. Alternatively you can email your thoughts to searchcommitte@fbc.nz
PLEASE NOTE:
This will be the last Sunday to submit what God is saying to you about our next pastor - the Search Committee will be reviewing this on Monday night. Thank you for your continued support in prayers as we seek God's will for our church.
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Oasis
Next Wednesday at 10am, we will continue with the Alpha program. If you weren't there when we started the program, please don't hesitate to come as we are using it to help us to grow in our walk with The Lord. It would be appreciated as always if you are able to bring a food item towards morning tea. All are welcome! For more information contact Charlie Potter. 027 529 8211
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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. For the "Renew" giving, please indicate "Renew" as reference for giving through bank. And if using the above link, click "Renew" on the drop down tab.
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GAT Prayer
Check out the latest news from the Global Action Team. Click here for the APR - MAY newsletter. A printed copy is available at the Info desk. Thanks for upholding them and our other partners in prayer.
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The Runway Foundation
The Runway Foundation currently has an opportunity for someone who has a passion to work with children and youth, to join their Team to lead the primary school aged programmes of support as well as mentoring for a few girls on our Youth programme. This is a fully paid position for 32-38 hours a week, including a few afternoons a week running programmes. It would absolutely amazing if we could help them find a new Team member that comes from a Christian community and has a love for our local community.
For more information, please contact Terese Marr: terese@runway.net.nz, 0292810223, or check out their website: www.therunwayfoundation.org.
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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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