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Whānau News: 01 September 2023
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Dear Friends,
This morning, Titus an I read some truly encouraging words in The Word for Today, and I would like to share them with you. I know that a good number of you have read it as well, but I think it's worth reading again:
"Despite of our best intentions, we still sin. As a result, we can feel bad about ourselves. And Satan uses our feelings of guilt and condemnation to make us doubt God's love for us. But if God loved you enough to send his Son to die on your behalf while you were a full-blown sinner, you can be sure he won't change his mind about you when you're his redeemed but struggling child. Feeling bad about sin is proof that you truly are God's child.
When you're born again, you are a regenerate spirit living in an unregenerate body. So when you permit sin into your life, your regenerate spirit rises up and says, 'Get that out of here, it's incompatible with who I am.' It's not that God doesn't love you when you sin, but that sin is an unwelcome guest that makes you feel bad about yourself and robs you of confidence towards God. So if you've sinned, repent, receive God's forgiveness and move on, stronger and wiser."
Be encouraged,
- Sandra
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"You want me to do what!" / Steve Clark
Genesis 6:9-22
This week we are taking a detour from the NT and Philippians into the OT and the book of Genesis. Have you ever felt like God has asked you to do something that was too big for you? I guess that Noah may have thought that, too but regardless of age, time and criticism, he got the job done. Today we are looking at biblical vision and that God has one for every single person.
Join us at 10AM in-person or online. There has been a rise in COVID and flu in the community again. We would love to have you join us online for the service if you are not able or unwell. Please contact us if you need support staff@fbc.nz
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For the Kids...
Wonder Kids (Preschool Program): For the month of September we are focusing on the choices we make. This week it is the story of Adam and Eve in the garden (Genesis 1:31, 2:8-3:24) understanding that God knows what is best for me.
Discovery Kids (Primary Program): We are looking at friendship this month. This week we are looking at the idea that two are better than one (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12) exploring the truth that it’s important to choose your friends carefully.
FBI (Intermediate Program): A 4 week series on navigating what the Bible is, how we can use it, and what it means for our lives today. WEEK 2: Context helps us understand the Bible.
Parents of Primary aged children, please remember to sign up to be parent help at the information desk.
Carol is on leave from the 24th August to the 15th September. If you have any questions, please email josh@fbc.nz or penny@fbc.nz while Carol is away.
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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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AGM
The annual AGM of Franklin Baptist Church will take place after a shortened service on Sunday 24th September.
The following members of the Leadership Team are coming to the end of their two year term but are available for re-election: Alan Calvert, Erin Temu and Dave Stevens.
Penny Day/Brooks has decided not to seek re-election but will continue to be available as a link person with the staff and Leadership Team where needed. This frees her up as without a Senior Pastor her workload has increased.
We therefore have vacancies and give opportunity for nominations to be forwarded in writing or emailed to leaders@fbc.nz by 17th Sept.
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Joy Ride
We're gearing up again for Joyride 2023 - another chance to make a huge difference for children in Kolkata who are connected with the work Joyya do. In 2022, almost 40,000 was raised which went towards bouncy castles, after school classes, leadership opportunities, fun days and a zoo visit, amongst other things. And FBC was part of it.
Click this link for all the info needed to begin getting organized for our church community to join in for 2023. We would encourage everyone to get involved. Please get in touch with Josh or Penny if you want to join in organizing this project.
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Free CAP money course
CAP is running a free course to support your money management skills. Learn how to budget, spend and save! We have moved the start date.
Starting Monday 4th September, 7:30 at FBC the course runs for 3 weeks and each session is between 1-1.5 hours.
Register your interest on the "Events" tab on the Church Center app or by clicking here, or complete the sign-up form at the info desk.
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Global Focus Lunch - Sunday 24th September
Pot luck lunch in the cafe plus an opportunity to hear an update about Joyya from Carol Dobbe on her return from South Asia.
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Pastoral Search Update
The Search Committee has finalised the Pastor profile and the Church profile. The links are attached below for your information.
Click here for the Pastor Profile
Click here for the Church Profile
We are preparing to start advertising for this role. Please keep praying over this process.
Thank you,
The Pastoral Search Committee
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Ministry Reports for Church Annual Report 2023
Will be released shortly. Watch this space.
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Alpha - The Marriage Course
An enrichment course for all couples, no matter age, length of, or health of your marriage. An online course is planned for later this year - aimed at those couples with little children or couples who find themselves in a different location. More information coming soon!
Enquiries: sandra@fbc.nz
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Oasis
Chapel service next Wednesday at 11am with a luncheon to follow. 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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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. We are particularly asking the parents of primary aged children to sign up to help one week a term. Please email carol@fbc.nz to sign up.
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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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Do you want to be able to welcome new people God sends your way?
Do you want to meet new people and who is in our church community?
One way to do this is to serve on the Barista Team on a Sunday morning.
First I (Theresa) started with taking orders, I wasn’t at first interested in making the coffee, only drinking it. As I got to know people and watch how the coffee was made, I took the plunge and started to learn. Currently I stay away from milk because I am not completely confident, but by standing next to other team members who do it, I am learning and hope to take it on by Christmas! Because we are a small team and demand is growing, it’s time to step out in faith and take the plunge……keep an eye out for me on milk.
We need your help and would love to have you on the team. If you are interested in meeting new people, getting to know people more, taking on a challenge, age is only a number, WE WANT YOU!
It’s never too late to learn something new, even if it’s just taking orders.
Register your interest by clicking on the button below and Theresa will get in touch with you; or leave your name and number at the info desk.
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Sharing Kai
It has been great to see people bringing in excess produce from their fruit trees at home to share with everyone. We have created a space for this underneath the missions notice board. Please put fruit/vegetables that you would like to share with the congregation on the table.
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GAT Prayer
Check out the latest news from the Global Action Team. Click here for the AUG-SEPT 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 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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Whanau news
If you have something you would like to share in the Whanau news, please email it to staff@fbc.nz by 12 noon on Thursday. Thank you.
Please note that we post Church sponsored/supported events and activities. You can personally post any other advertising requests in our FBC Community Facebook page.
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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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