CMWDT Auckland : Encourager 113

( November 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.
	The Five Finger Prayer
		Your thumb is nearest you - so begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C.S. Lewis once said, "a sweet duty". The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the prime minister, leaders in business and industry and administrators. These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger, as any piano teacher would testify. It should remind us to pray for those who are weak, in trouble or in pain. They need your prayers day and night. You cannot pray too much for them. And last comes our little finger; the smallest finger of all, which is where we should place ourselves, in relation to God and others. As the Bible says, "The least shall be the greatest among you." Your little finger should remind you to pray for yourself. By the time you have prayed for the other four groups, your own needs will be put into proper perspective and you will be able to pray for yourself more effectively.

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News from earth, March 2006 -

Auckland Committee
It has been a year of celebrating God's faithfulness for this amazing ministry and I know the committee feels privileged to be part of it. Having come back from the National camp and being at many others in the past, I can truly say that God has established a very unique ministry where you see Jesus in action through his people. He wants us to be His hands and feet, whether disabled or abled. As He works through us, He also works on us as we develop into His image. One thing that spoke to me at camp was - we (the disabled) already attract people's attention, why not use it to our advantage for Christ, instead of limiting what can be done through us ? The Committee is having a day of prayer and seeking God's guidance for 2007. Please pray for us as we get together early December. Up to the top
NORTHLAND BRANCH
Next meeting is on Saturday 25th November at St Andrews, Hunt St, 3-6pm.. Bring a plate, fingerfood for a Christmas celebration. Up to the top
People
CONGRATULATIONS !
	Belated congratulations to Barbara and Phil Pullen on the safe arrival of Elizabeth; Congratulations to Brian Ferguson for his 80th birthday, and toAndrew and Jeanette Howden (was Bennett) on their wedding. - and an Apology to John and Debbie Kennedy for the wrong name placed in the last magazine for their baby girl. Her name is really 'Emily Joy'.
CONDOLENCES to -
	the family of Kath Appleby, the family of Alex Urquhart, and the Nelson family at the passing to glory of Betty.
PROFILE
	Hi ! This is Yung. I am 23 years old, and I have cerebral palsy. I enjoy going to the movies, especially action-packed ones. I love sports, where I play botcha and ten-pin bowling. I have won a few trophies through some of the competitions. I also go to Panacea arts on Wednesday mornings. Sometimes I go home for the day to see my family. I share a house with three others in Mangere Bridge. In my spare time I see friends, work on my computer and listen to music. I went to National Camp with Peter Hewitt and met Di, and she invited me to come to the Centre. Now I have been going there for two years, and I love it. ( Click the picture for a bigger version ) Up to the top
Activities
the CENTRE
	The Centre is at 173 Mt Smart Rd., Onehunga, Auckland. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, between 10.00am and 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. For more information ring the CMWDT Centre during office hours [ during the School Term ] ( 636-4763 ), or by email joyministriesnz@free.net.nz, or ring Dianne Wall.
1st Sunday of month; 3 December, 4 February, 4 March	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 December, 11 February, 11 March	AUCKLAND CENTRAL/WEST	1:30pm - 3pm Eden Assembly of God Church, 1 Taylors Road, Morningside ( close to St Luke's Shopping Centre ).
3rd Monday of month; 18 December, 19 February, 19 March	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; 24 February : other dates to follow; phone Dianne Wall.	EAST AUCKLAND	10am start St Columba Presbyterian Church, 480 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany Downs ( next to Paradise ice skating rink ). $2 suggested donation.
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TORCH OUTREACH
	For the Blind and Vision-Impaired. Torch meeting will be held on the 2nd of December at 11am. Please bring a plate for lunch. Ring Kathryn Stevenson for further information. Up to the top
World Vision
Here is an update on Daniel Gunta. Daniel writes : "First of all, take my salutations. I am well with my family. I hope that you may be also fine there with your family. I am studying in 7th class this year. Thank you very much for your help and prayers." Daniel's favourite subject is maths. He enjoys playing marble stone and helps with chores round the place. He would like to be a teacher. Please keep him in prayer. Up to the top
Coming Events Christmas Dinner Greyfriars Hall. Cnr Windmill & MtEden Rds. Mt Eden. Saturday, 25 November, 2006, 5pm - 9pm. Cost: $25; under 12yrs : $15 This will be a non-alcoholic cocktail jazz evening, so dress your best. Please ring Jean or Centre for tickets. PICNIC IN THE PARK Auckland Joy Ministries PICNIC IN THE PARK : Sunday, 28 January 2007. This is the Sunday of Auckland's Anniversary Weekend. We are meeting opposite the Observatory in Cornwall Park, 1.30pm. Everyone welcome. Plenty of parking under the trees in Haydn St then walk across ( one street down from the Park's Manukau Rd entrance, towards Royal Oak ). Bring your afternoon tea, sausages, and drink. BBQ available to cook on. This is a good opportunity to catch up after the break. You will get a reminder from your Branch nearer the time. TAIWANESE GROUP COMING A group of musicians with disabilities from Taiwan is coming to the Centre from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday, 3rd of February. There will be a barbecue lunch. All welcome. 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 February 2007. Write to : Auckland Supplement c/o CMWDT P.O. Box 13-322, Onehunga. Up to the top

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