CMWDT Auckland : Encourager 112

( September 2006 )

First things first -

God

Prayers
	Thanks for answered prayer :
		Thank You, Father, for continuing to answer prayer. Bless You and praise Your holy name.
	PRAYER CHAIN
		The Prayer Chain continues to be available to all CFFD people. Please phone Jean Fergusson. God hears and answers prayer. It is up to us to tell Him of our needs.

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News from earth, March 2006 -

from the Auckland Chairman, Jean Griffiths
Psalm 91 is one of my favourite passages. God says He promises to protect us and to give us rest, IF we make Him our dwelling place. It is only when we give ourselves to Him fully that God can fulfil that contract. At times we all feel weary when we are overdoing it, when we aren't well or when difficulties arise, and then we can become vulnerable emotionally and spiritually. Rather than allow anger, depression or stress to take over, God says in v 11 that "He will command His angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways." God does not want us to deal this on our own so He'll bring us personal angels. Great eh! We had a wonderful evening at the Stardome - discovering the complexities of Saturn and its rings. Fascinating stuff when you marvel at God's creation. Pizzas and fellowship was a great way to mix and mingle afterwards and it was good to meet new people. Up to the top
Auckland Committee
The committee has had some wonderful prayer times. The importance of listening to the Holy Spirit for guidance is essential to CFFD. One of our aims is to also listen to you and if you have any suggestions of what you would like to see happen for this ministry, make it known to us - OK ! We now have a CFFD emailing address : CFFD@kol.co.nz. Note - this address goes to Jean Griffiths, not to CMWDT. Up to the top
People
CONGRATULATIONS to -
	Malcolm Dixon, on his 60th birthday; ( Belatedly ) John and Debbie Kennedy, on the arrival of baby girl 'Emily Joni'.
CONDOLENCES to -
	Family and friends of Tony Wicks; Friends and relatives of Lois Peckam ( one of the earliest members ); Christine and Ian Stone for loss of their son Daniel David; Family and friends of Derek Henriksen, who went to Glory. Remember David & Phillipa Senior, Marion & Mandy at loss of father, husband; Family and friends of Bev Everton ( see article in magazine ); Fay and family of Lance Rive; Louise Cutten at passing of her father; Joy Pollock's mother; Those close to Minnie Breden, who has died; Trish and Graham White : Graham's father, Peter White of Te Awamutu, has died.
PROFILE
	Hello ! My name is Mandy Lee, and I have got Cerebral Palsy. I will be 34 years old in September. I gave my life to God at the old C.M.W.D.T. Centre on the toilet. God puts people in our pathways, to encourage them. I felt God's spirit telling me I had to show love and care to this person. I thought, "No way God", and then he kept on reminding me until I said, "OK, God - I give up - how do I do it ?". Because she spoke very little English, it was hard, but it is amazing how God really helps us if we put our trust in Him. God shows us to be kind and caring in His own way, and because of that we are the closest of friends now. I go to Harbourside church with of my flatmates. It is amazing the people that God puts in your path. You have got no idea what He is doing at the time. ( Click the picture for a bigger version ) Up to the top
Activities
the CENTRE
	The Centre is at 173 Mt Smart Rd., Onehunga, Auckland. Tues/Wed/Thurs : Hours 10.00am - 2.00pm. Contact the Centre : Ph. 636-4763. The Centre always welcomes volunteers for the kitchen, Drop-in, and van driving. Ring Joy Pollock for any information about the Drop-in-Centre ph. 636-4763. Up to the top
EMMANUEL SUPPORT
	For information please ring Nigel and Penny. Up to the top
JOY MINISTRIES ( NZ )
	Particularly caters for those with an intellectual disability, but is open to all. Ring Malcolm Dixon at the Centre during office hours [ during the School Term ] ( 636-4763 ) or ring Dianne Wall, or by email joyministriesnz@free.net.nz.
1st Sunday of month; 3 September, 1 October, 5 November	AUCKLAND'S NORTH SHORE	3:30pm - 5pm St Augustine's Anglican Church, 95 Calliope Road, Devonport. The service is a prayer meeting including singing and sharing. Contact Kevin and Jan Bridgeman with prayer items, or by email bridgem@xtra.co.nz.
2nd Sunday of month; 10 September, 8 October, 12 November	AUCKLAND CENTRAL/WEST	1:30pm - 3pm Eden Assembly of God Church, 1 Taylors Road, Morningside.
3rd Monday of month; 21 August, 18 September, 16 October, 20 November	SOUTH AUCKLAND HOME GROUP	7pm start At Vicki Alexander's place; phone or contact the Joy Ministries office by phone or email.. Everybody is welcome.
Usually 4th Saturday of month; 26 August, 23 September, 28 October, 25 November	EAST AUCKLAND	10am start St Columba Presbyterian Church, 480 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany Downs. $2 suggested donation.
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TORCH OUTREACH
	For the Blind and Vision-Impaired. Torch meeting will be held on the 2nd of September at 11am. There will be a finger food lunch provided. Ring Kathryn Stevenson for further information. Up to the top
World Vision
Please continue to pray for Daniel Gunta. Up to the top
Coming Events 30th Celebration for CMWDT & CFFD St Columba Presbyterian Church, Botany Downs. 16 September By now you should all know about it, if you READ the magazine. Details in "The Encourager".
Christmas Dinner Greyfriars Hall. Saturday, 25 November, 2006. We decided to have Christmas Dinner at the end of November as too many other events clash in December. We are also wanting to alternate our events over the North Shore and City side, so the dinner will be held at Greyfriars Hall. Details will be in next supplement. Just book the date in your diary. Up to the top
Other notices : FOR SALE At $5.00 you can buy a litre bottle of Shampoo/Conditioner from the Centre. Great gift idea, great value.
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AREA CO-ORDINATORS Chairperson Jean Griffiths Mt Roskill Matalena Moliola Central Leila Corban Jean Griffiths North Shore Alison Ryan
Entries for the next supplement should reach the Centre before 2 November 2006. Write to: Auckland Supplement c/o CMWDT P.O. Box 13-322, Onehunga. Up to the top

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