ABC NEWS
Sunday 18th October, 2015
From the Pastor
We have been very mindful of Faye Whiteley this week. The surgery to remove a
tumour began on Tuesday morning and finished in the early hours of Wednesday.
Faye was initially in ICU then moved to a Ward late on Thursday. Faye’s family
asked me to tell you how they really appreciate the support and prayers of the
Church community. The family asks that, for now, visits be restricted to family
and specific folk whom they have identified (in the Church’s case, this is Gesine
and me). Naturally we all want to find ways to show love and support. Faye is
unable to have flowers in her room and she is not able to eat, so chocolates won’t
be suitable, but balloons, cards, teddies etc are all right. This morning in Church
we have a very large card which we will pass around for people to write supportive
messages. We will continue to remember Faye, Peter and family in our prayers.
On Friday night Maelor and I represented the Church at the Baptist Union’s
Delegates Dinner. Various appointments were made, including our own member
Jame Lewis as the BUV Honorary Legal Advisor. A major part of the night was
given over to two main topics: Opportunities for ministry in the State’s Growth
Corridors and the BUV Family Violence Aware Churches project. Particular
areas which have been identified as mission opportunities are Norlane, Diggers
Rest, Woodlea/Rockbank, Toolern, Kalkallo/Donnybrook, Epping north, Plumpton,
Richmond, Fishermans Bend, Tarneit/Wyndham Vale and Hampton. Prayer is
requested as people and resources are needed to meet these needs. Yesterday
the Baptist Union Ordained 14 people (in two services) at NewHope Baptist
Church.
Today we will continue our series on Prayer as we read from Joshua chapter 1
and consider how God speaks to us as we pray; bringing to mind various
promises that encourage us.
Welcome to any visitors today. Please come and join with us
after the service for a cup of tea/coffee.
Worship Services
Today Sunday 18th October
10am: Leader – Ruth Close
Speaker – Ken Westwood
Next Sunday 25th October
10am: Leader and Speaker – Ken Westwood
Rosters
Welcoming
Today: Laurel Rathbone & Judith Pender
Next Week: Val Brown & Ailish Rathbone
Morning Tea
Today: Ivan & Caroline Tudor
Next Week: Des & Lesley Boseley
Birthdays 19th Arnold Rogers, Ailish Rathbone
Worship and Prayer Event
Church Unite is an opportunity to gather together to celebrate our love for Jesus
and the city of Melbourne. When we know and learn of the journeys of others and
allow His heart for them to impact our hearts we are moved to love well and pray
with compassion to give dignity and honour to all. By joining together in unity,
worship and prayer we demonstrate and release God’s love, glory and influence
across our wonderful city.
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre 4pm and 7pm Sunday October 25
The 4pm service is a dynamic, family friendly service with a concurrent children's
program. The 7pm service will have a more vibrant and energetic feel. There is
no charge to attend Church Unite, however, bookings are essential to secure a
seat for adults and children alike.
For more information visit www.churchunite.com.au
Let’s get a group together and go along. Put your name on the list on the hall
cupboard door.
Sunday 25th October
Price Street will be closed at Buckley Street for Jemena high voltage cable works.
Maintenance
The Maintenance Team will be meeting at 4pm THIS Wednesday 21st October in
the small meeting room.
African Enterprise: invitation to lunch
Speakers: Rev Dr Stephen Mbogo and Dr Rosemary Mbogo
Wednesday 21st October 1:00-2:30pm in Williamstown. RSVP by 18th October to
Diana Dow PH: 9397 2430.
Other opportunities to hear about their work are:
Wednesday 21st October 7-9pm Footscray Baptist Church
Sunday 25th October 11am-12.30pm Truelight Christian Church, Niddrie
Monday 26th October 10am-11.30am Altona Evangelical Church
St Andrews Aberfeldie Fete
On Saturday 24th October 9am-2pm, 29 St Kinnord Street, Essendon.
Stalls galore with unbelievable bargains.
Whitley College Concert 3: Mozart Requiem
You are invited to the 3rd and final concert in this series, celebrating the 50th
Anniversary of Whitley College.
Deborah Cheetham AO Soprano, Sally-Anne Russell Mezzo Soprano, Roy Best
Tenor, Jud Arthur Bass, The Consort of Melbourne, Melbourne Art of Sound
Orchestra. Saturday 7 November at 7.30pm, Collins Street Baptist Church, 174
Collins Street, Melbourne. Costs: $40/$30 Concession. Duration: 75 minutes.
More info including how to book: see the flyer on the information table in the hall
foyer.
Eternity Newspaper
In October, Eternity Newspaper are asking readers to donate money equivalent to
the cost of two cups of coffee. Producing and sending a National Christian
newspaper around the country is an expensive undertaking. A small donation will
help Eternity meet their expenses and keep Australian Christians better informed.
Future Dates for Social Events
Saturday 14th November – Film and Coffee Evening in the function rooms.
What’s On This Week
Sunday – Sunday Evening Growth Group 7pm at Carmel’s home
Monday – CWA 12noon-3pm in function rooms
Tuesday – Play Group 10am-12noon in function rooms
Tuesday – Neighbourhood Watch 7.30-8.30pm in function rooms
Tuesday – Sue’s Growth Group 7.45pm at Boseleys’ home
Wednesday – Play Group 10am-12noon in function rooms
Wednesday – Maintenance Team Meeting 4pm in small meeting room
Wednesday – Wednesday Evening Growth Group 7.30pm
Thursday – Parkinson’s Painting Group 10am-12noon in function rooms
Friday – Make & Mingle 10am-12noon in function rooms
Friday – TNT Mystery Cook-Off. Bring a mystery ingredient. 6.45-8.30pm
Friday – G2G Sports Night 6.30-9pm. Free
Saturday - SSAM will be using our buildings from about 6-10pm
Sunday – 9.15-9.45am Prayer in the small function room. Please join us
Sunday – Church Unite. See note for details
Prayer points
Praise God for Jesus Christ our Saviour and Lord.
Praise God for His answers to our prayers daily. Jesus said “Everything is
possible for him who believes.” Mark 9: 23.
Bible League: Praise God for the effective Bible Distribution ministry in the Middle
East. Pray God’s Word will remove misunderstandings about Jesus and bring
people into a relationship with Him. In many churches in the Philippines church
attendance is down by around 70%, but Bible League continues to run Church
Planter Training. More people are enrolling, even though churches are closing
and pastors and lay leaders are being killed by extremists.
Pray for God’s wisdom for the many World Leaders and Agencies dealing with the
increasing numbers of refugees crossing their borders or arriving by boats.
Baptist World Aid: Praise God for the impact Australia’s international aid program
has had. In 2014 our aid program helped vaccinate 23 million children, provided
life-saving assistance to 10.2 million people affected by disasters and helped 2.9
million gain access to safe drinking water. Give thanks for the many ways that
Australian aid continues to help transform lives around the world.
Pray for the young people in TNT andG2G. Pray for their leaders as they prepare
activities each week.
Pray for SUFM directors and leaders as they prepare for the Summer Missions.
Please pray for these people who are unwell: Peter Whiteley, Faye Whiteley
recovering in hospital after surgery on Tuesday, and Marie McKelvie.
People for prayer this week: Rosemary White, Peter and Faye Whiteley,
Carmel Wiggins
Ministry for prayer: Baptcare Family Services
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Church Contact Details
Church Office: 5 Price Street Essendon
Phone: 9337 9955 Fax: 9337 0877 Website: http://www.aberbaps.com.au
Email: aberbaps@bigpond.net.au
Pastor: Ken Westwood
Mobile: 0419 505 265 Home: 9331 2123