Newsletter 19-August-2018
15 See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise,
16 Redeeming the time, because the days are evil.
17 Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is.
18 And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;
19 Speaking to yourselves in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing and making melody in your heart to the Lord;
20 Giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ;
NEXT WEEK: Sunday 26th August 2018
Next Weeks Theme: ‘Ephesians 6:10-20’
Focus Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-5:2
Other Readings: 1 Kings 8: (1, 6, 10-11), 22-30,41-43; Psalm 84; John 6:56-69
Prayer Points for: George Morrison, Brenda Ryan and Mary Hall for good health. The Nominating Team and process of discerning members for the Leadership Team.
Congratulations to Asa Wang for being accepted for the Graduate Secondary Teachers Training course next year.
Congregational Meeting held on Sunday 5 August
The following five people were elected for the Nomination Team:
Mr Christo John (2 nd year)
Mrs Joan Williamson
Dr Xiaonong Li
Mrs Betty Curd
Ms Michelle Cao
Help make our streets more inclusive.
Researchers at the Medical and Health Sciences of The University of Auckland are looking for people who live in the Howick/Highland Park area and identify as elderly and/or having a disability, to participate in a University of Auckland study about how people experience journeys on Auckland streets.
What’s involved? An interview which could include you taking us on a short journey of your choosing.
Koha of $30 petrol or food voucher will be given to all participants.
Interested? Contact Roshini Peiris-John 09 923 6218 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Lead Reseacher: Shanthi Ameratunga, Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Auckland This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Approved by University of Auckland Human Ethics Committee on 12/10/2017 for 3 years ref: 01994
Opportunities to be of service at St Johns
The following opportunities are available to serve at our Sunday Services.Church Welcomer
We need your smile and a friendly welcome to be extended to all coming to worship on the second Sunday of each month. If you or you think someone else might help out in this ministry please talk to Lorraine – or Loas Toung or Joan Rutherford.
Morning Tea
There are spaces on the second and fourth Sunday of the month for a regular helper to be on our Morning Tea team.
Please contact Alison at the office 534 2305 if you are available and willing to serve regularly on one of these weeks.
RECITAL Friday 31 August, 11.30 am at St Mary’s-in-Holy Trinity 446 Parnell Road, Parnell, Auckland
You are invited to listen to some wonderful music by our organist Philip Smith. The recital will be followed by a shared lunch in the Visitors Centre.
Born in England, Philip studied organ with Michael Rhodes, and later Roger Fisher (Chester Cathedral) and Ian Tracey (Liverpool Cathedral). Was a student at the Royal Northern College of Music, and assistant Organist of St Asaph Cathedral. From 1994-2007, He is currently Organist of Holy Trinity Cathedral and combines this position with Organist and Organ Tutor at Baradene College of the Sacred Heart and Diocesan School for Girls.
Want to try something new?
Know some-one who would like to try something different?
AFRICAN DRUM
and
DANCE WORKSHOP
@ St. Johns
15 September 2018
10 am - 3 pm
See details opposite
ALL SAINTS FOODBANK
We dedicate food offerings on the first Sunday of the month. While all donations to the Foodbank are greatly appreciated, the Coordinators shared recently that donations of tins of fish, beans and spaghetti can mean an immediate meal for a family.
Annual General Meeting
St Johns AGM Sunday 9 September following our Sunday Service
