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ANSWERED PRAYER :
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We give thanks to God for all our prayers that He has answered.
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PRAYER CHAIN
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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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Congratulations to :
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Richard and Jenny Wagener for the birth of their baby son Caleb;
Robin and Annette Brown for the birth of their son Nathanael.
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Condolences to :
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Doug Trethowen at the passing of Fay into Glory;
Barbara Logan for the sudden
passing of Neville into Glory;
Jean Clark at the passing of Bruce ( he led Bible studies at the
Centre ).
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AUCKLAND COMMITTEE
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A scripture which really spoke to me was from Psalm 18:2 :
"The Lord is my Rock, my
fortress and my deliverer;
my God is my rock in whom I take refuge.
He is my shield and
the horn of my salvation, my stronghold."
I see this verse as a great promise of His unshakeable love and sure foundation for the plans
He has for this ministry. As we lean on Him, we can be strengthened when going through
difficult times.
At the end of November, the committee was blessed to rent a lovely house for a weekend at The
Sandspit which had fabulous views of the estuary, and where we were able to watch the
beautiful sunsets. This setting was a great spot to have a retreat as we sought God for 2008.
One of the things we did was have someone come to do a workshop, where she put in
perspective what the ministry and the committee has been doing in the past, where we are
now, and what we would like to see happen in the future.
A couple of changes :
- Vanessa Creamer has taken the role of Chairperson and I will be the
Secretary;
- Sadly, we will be losing John Beetge at the end of March, as he and Sandi will be
residing in Australia;
- Michael Stoneham will also be leaving after Auckland camp - this
leaves four on the committee once again.
Both John and Michael will be great losses, however
there is a season for everything, and I know God will have others coming on board.
Please pray for us at this time as we step into new developments.
Blessings !
Jean
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COMING EVENTS
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Auckland Camp : 28-30th March 2008; Carey Park, Henderson |
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Cost :
Adults - $65; 7-12yrs - $50;
4-6yrs - $25; Day Visitors - $5;
lunch - $9; dinner - $12.
Unfortunately, Carey Park has raised their fees, but COGS has been able to subsidise the
balance of the cost, so there is still quite a substantial discount. With day visitors we are
keeping it to Carey Park costs.
Already this camp is shaping up to be a good one, with David
Burge as our speaker, and "The Amazing Race" for the Saturday night activity.
It's not a camp
without you, so please come and discover the mighty things God has for you.
Camp forms can
be collected from the Centre or from any of the committee members. There will also be
Police vetting forms this year, as it is now CMWDT's policy. For more information ring Jean or Vanessa.
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Other Dates for 2008 :
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5 July : AGM at the Fickling Centre;
22 November : Greyfriars Hall.
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EMMANUEL SUPPORT
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Ladies' coffee morning : The third Saturday of the month at 10am, at King's Plant Barn Café, 118 Asquith Ave, St Luke's.
For more information phone Diane Sullivan.
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TORCH OUTREACH
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For the Blind and Vision Impaired. Meetings are the 1st Sat. every 3 months. Our first meeting
for the year was held on the 1st March. It was a great meeting with 25 attending. Ring Kathryn
Stevenson on 579-4369 for further information.
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the CENTRE
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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.
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JOY MINISTRIES NZ
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Our group is open to all people, and particularly caters for those with an intellectual disability. For further information please phone either the Centre ((09) 636-4763) or Dianne Wall or Jan Bridgeman, or email Joyministriesauckland@gmail.com.
JOY MINISTRIES MEETINGS
| 1st Sunday of each month :
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| 2nd Sunday of each month :
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| 3rd Monday night of month :
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| Usually 4th Saturday of month :
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JM National Camp at Totara Park - Matamata, 9-11th May. Further details from your
branch leaders or from Dianne Wall.
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WORLD VISION
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Please continue to pray for Daniel as we move into the new year.
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PROFILE
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Hello, my name is Leon Keegan. I live in Greenlane at one of the Laura Fergusson Units
outside the complex, which I like because I have my own independence. ( Click the picture for a separate version )
I was introduced to CFFD by someone who was involved in the Joy Ministries. I have
Cerebral Palsy and enjoy going to Newmarket on my own. I frequent Two Double Seven and
enjoy cruising around. I love playing board games and cards and have friends drop in to see
me.
I attend a small church nearby and have met some nice people. I am the youngest of four
children. I go and stay with my parents
every 2nd weekend and go for outings with my mum and dog Sammi.
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WRITTEN BY JENNY HOOK
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"Jesus of Nazareth? Jesus ... of Nazareth?" Where had Isaac heard that name before? Leaning
on his shepherd's staff, Isaac looked up at the sign hung over the condemned man.
Of course!
Back in Bethlehem in the stable! He'd been but a boy out in the fields then. He could still hear
the sound of the man's greeting : "I am Joseph of Nazareth, this is my wife Mary and our little
one, Jesus. Welcome!"
Isaac watched as the Chief Priests and teachers of the law mocked Jesus. "Let this Christ -
this king of Israel - come down." So different were they from the three men he had seen,
dressed in their richly decorated robes and gold crowns. They had followed a star from the
east to find the 'King of the Jews.'
Suddenly day turned to night around Isaac. He watched in wonder as silence descended on the
crowd. So different from the clamour of the angels out in the fields so long ago. The shepherds
themselves spread the news of all they had seen and heard.
"My God, my God, why have you
forsaken me?" The earth beneath Isaac's feet began to shake violently, and he was thrown on
his face. What was going on?...
Jesus had ridden the colt towards Jerusalem ... Isaac could still see the palm branches waved
high in the air, clothes placed on the ground as the colt moved forward. "Blessed is the coming
kingdom of our Father David!" still rang in his ears.
Jesus in the temple... his eyes blazing
with anger. "It is written ... My Father's house will be called a house of prayer!"
Was it
really possible that Jesus had been dead three days? Yes ... it was ... it was final .... the
Saviour had been killed. Heavy hearted, Isaac looked up.
His heart leapt within him, for
Jesus himself walked towards him.
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CHURCH NOTICES
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The Fasting & Prayer Conference includes meals.
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The sermon this morning: "Jesus Walks on the Water."
The sermon tonight: "Searching for
Jesus."
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Ladies, don't forget the rummage sale. It's a chance to get rid of those things not worth
keeping around the house. Bring your husbands.
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The peacemaking meeting scheduled for today has been cancelled due to a conflict.
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Miss Charlene Mason sang "I will not pass this way again," giving obvious pleasure to the
congregation.
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Next Thursday there will be try-outs for the choir. They need all the help they can get.
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The Rector will preach his farewell sermon, after which the choir will sing "Break Forth
Into Joy."
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The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind. They may be seen in the
basement on Friday afternoon.
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AREA CO-ORDINATORS
| | Chairperson | Jean Griffiths
| | Mt Roskill | Matalena Moliola
| | Central | Leila Corban
Jean Griffiths
| | North Shore | Alison Ryan
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Entries for the next supplement should reach the Centre before 2 May 2008 or write to :
Auckland Supplement c/o CMWDT P.O. Box 13-322, Onehunga.
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