Newsletter 13-May-2018
Acts 1:15-17, 21-26 New International Version. Faith in the Incarnate Son of God
15 In those days Peter stood up among the believers (a group numbering about a hundred and twenty) 16 and said, “Brothers and sisters,[a] the Scripture had to be fulfilled in which the Holy Spirit spoke long ago through David concerning Judas, who served as guide for those who arrested Jesus. 17 He was one of our number and shared in our ministry.” 21 Therefore it is necessary to choose one of the men who have been with us the whole time the Lord Jesus was living among us, 22 beginning from John’s baptism to the time when Jesus was taken up from us. For one of these must become a witness with us of his resurrection.” 23 So they nominated two men: Joseph called Barsabbas (also known as Justus) and Matthias. 24 Then they prayed, “Lord, you know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two you have chosen 25 to take over this apostolic ministry, which Judas left to go where he belongs.” 26 Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias; so he was added to the eleven apostles.
NEXT WEEK: Sunday 20th May 2018
Next Weeks Theme: 'Alive in Love'
Focus Scripture: John 15:26–27; 16:15
Other Readings: Acts 2: 1-21
Prayer Points for: Brenda Ryan and Mary Hall for good health; someone to pick up the ministry of looking after our IT system; Someone to be the Financial Coordinator for the St Johns Finance Team.
Thank you to all who contributed to the Parish Review Process.
The Review Team will write their report. The process in the past has been that it will be given to the Leadership Team for an opportunity to correct any facts and then made available for the parish and our church partners.
Miss Saigon – Macleans College Production
We have exceptional talent with our young people at St Johns. The Lead role is Jackie Liu as Kim, Anya John-Francke as Kitty, one of the Dreamland Girls and Amanda Pu in the Viet Cong. Have you thought of supporting them by attending a performance? If so performances are between Thursday 10 May 2018 and Saturday 19 May 2018 at Macleans College Auditorium, 2 Macleans Rd, Bucklands Beach, Auckland, Auckland 2014.
CONTACT DETAILS: https://www.trybooking.com/nz/book/event?eid=49
Thursday 10 May 7:00 PM, Friday 11 May 7:00 PM, Saturday 12 May 7:00 PM, Sunday 13 May 3:00 PM, Thursday 17 May 7:00 PM, Friday 18 May 7:00 PM, Saturday 19 May 7:00 PM
WANTED TO RENT
a one-bedroom flat with some storage. Considerate and reliable tenant. If you can help please contact the church office 5342305
Real Life with John Cowan 7.30pm Sunday nights on Newstalk ZB. John Cowan’s guest this Sunday night 13 May is Sophie Gray. Editor of Food magazine and Destitute Gourmet author Sophie Gray published her first book in 2002 when her family had a dramatic cut in income but she still wanted to eat interesting and fashionable food. Since then, she has written a series of best-selling cookbooks explaining her principles – shopping smartly, eating healthily and in season, and making a little of something luxurious go a long way.
With winter fast approaching donations of warm clothing and warm bedding such as duvets, blankets, eiderdowns, sheets are needed for a charity in Glen Innes. Please leave at St Johns for Felicity Vincer to collect and deliver.
Thank You
Rise Up My Beloved – Women’s Conference
9 am – 4.15 pm, 19 May at St Columba Church, 480 Ti Rakau Drive, Botany Downs.
The cut-off date for conference registration is Wednesday 16 May. Speakers are Sandra Sellmer-Kersten with Elijah House NZ; Jasmine Fidow-Maiava with Forerunners NZ; Tracey Kertel-Swift with Arise Shine NZ.
Adult $60 and Student or Senior $40 (includes morning tea, lunch and refreshments afterwards.) For more information or to register please go to http://www.stcolumba.org.nz/ or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Methodist Festival of Song – Sunday 20 May, 7 pm at Pitt Street Church
The festival of song is a significant event for the whole Methodist family across the Auckland region. The Festival Service will include hymns both old and new, and choral singing, hopefully along with other musical contributions.
Thinking Matters – Confident Christianity Conference 2018
8.30 am – 6.30 pm Saturday 26th May, Greenlane Christian Centre, 17 Marewa Road, Greenlane.Adult Registration $89 includes Saturday lunch and DVD.For more information: http://thinkingmatters.org.nz/conference
