Weekly Notices - 22 September 2024
I am really looking forward to our combined service next Sunday. You will meet Jairus (whose name means “he who will stir up”). Jairus works for NZCMS and is not Anglican! How did he come to be involved with NZCMS.
Communications and what exactly is that. Well, come along and hear what he has to say. Over lunch you will have a chance to chat with him. Remember mission is global which also means that it is right on our doorstep.
Jairus has some tips on how to talk with our local communities about Jesus. Jairus is responsible for NZCMS’ Communications. He and his family were involved in mission in Papua New Guinea and Cambodia which is where his passion for global mission was birthed. He is married to Jasmine where they attended Riccarton Community Church and are involved in the worship and leading the Young Adult’s Ministry. He is also on the Missions Board for his church and has travelled to Kenya and led a team to Burundi, East Africa, to connect with their churches Mission Partners.
Don’t forget that our combined service at West Melton begins at 10:30 am.
Les.
Today’s service
Sentence: 'Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me, and whoever welcomes me welcomes not me but the one who sent me.' (Mark 9:37)
Prayer of the day: God who sees everything, may we understand true wisdom so that our lives are both pure and peaceful and your church is marked by harmony through the power of the one Spirit of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.
Readings: James 3:13-4:3, 7-8a & Mark 9:30-37
Parish News
Combined Service - 10:30am on Sunday 29 September
Combined Service with Holy Communion at St Paul’s. Bring and share lunch.
Living Faith Conference - 9:30–5pm on Saturday October 26
Venue: Christchurch Boys High School Auditorium
Register online: https://bit.ly/LivingFaithConference
Cost: $40 Adults | Students & Children are free
More info: West Melton - ask Ross or Les, Templeton - ask Justine, Hornby - ask Gina or Les
Let’s get a couple of car loads together and be refreshed and inspired for a new beginning, and have fun as we intentionally seek God’s will for our parish. Let Justine know once you have registered so we can organise transport.
Can anybody help?
A Christian woman with 2 small dogs wanting land for a tiny house; I need power and water. Rent negotiable. Anything considered. In the first instance please talk with Les.
St Columba’s Church Service Data Team
We need two people to learn how to use the data projector and sound system. You would need to have some computer skills and be able to set up the schedule on your weeks on. Please talk with Margi about becoming a member of the team, as training will be required.
Parish Monthly Prayer Meeting at St Saviour's Church Hall - 9:15am on Tues Sept 24
We will be joining in prayers for the parish and regeneration.
Craft Group 10am - 3pm on Saturday, 28 September
Bring along your activity or just come for a natter. Click here for more info.
Anglican Parish of Hornby, Templeton and West Melton & Beyond…
Prayer for leading your church into growth
As the kotuku gently rests upon the tree, come Holy Spirit and rest upon us as we pray for the regeneration of our Diocese. Silence Everliving God, through your Spirit you constantly renew the whole creation; bring regeneration to your Diocese of Christchurch, grant us courage to grow disciples of Jesus, give us vision to reach young people and their families, and strengthen us to create vibrant communities of faith. All this we ask in Jesus’ name. Amen
News from around the Diocese
See Anglican e-life: http://anglicanlife.org.nz/publications/e-life/
Helpful info
Groups
It’s easy to connect and get involved with some great social and faith-focused groups that meet regularly across the parish. You can find out about all our regular groups on our Groups page. If you have any questions, just click the contact button to connect with the group’s organiser.
Recycling
Batteries and used light bulbs can go into the battery box in your church. These are taken to Mitre 10 for recycling.
Soft, dry clean plastics can be recycled at the Warehouse or New World, in a bin inside the door and get made into fence posts. You can find more participating store locations here. This is any plastic you can fold up in your hand.
Pastoral Care
Need meals or other in-home pastoral support? Please contact the Parish Pastoral Care Co-ordinator.
In-Home Communion
If parishioners can't attend church but would still like to have communion, this can be brought to you at your home or rest home. Please get in touch with the Home Communion Co-ordinator to organise this.
Need prayer?
We’d love to pray for you. See the ‘Prayer Support’ section on the Help & Support page for more information on how we can help with your prayer needs. There are confidential and anonymous options available.