Weekly Bulletin: Staying connected as a church - 10 September 2023

Kia ora St John’s whānau,
 
This Sunday we celebrate Communion, and we will ask:
Are the bread and cup of Communion symbols, or something more?

Peer groups will be happening on Sunday, starting in the Centre at 10:00am, and young people and leaders will then join in for Communion in the second part of the service.

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If you can’t gather in the city, and you want to join the worship service via Zoom, here are the details to access the live-stream:
 
Zoom Meeting ID: 370 260 759
Passcode: worship
 
The link to join the Zoom worship service is below.

If using your phone: dial 04 886 0026 (Meeting ID: 370 260 759#, Passcode: 1560107#)

This is the link to the printable Service Sheet 

OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT...

WHANAU NIGHT

The next Whānau Night will be on Sunday 10th September in the St John's Centre.
For this we'll be focusing on compassion. Hope to see you there!

CLUBS DAY

We are dedicating a day to profile the various groups and committees that get stuff done for the mission of St John’s – this will be a celebration of our life as a church as part of our morning service on Sunday 17th September. This is a fun opportunity allowing us all to find out about activities across St John’s, and get more involved!
If you haven’t already been approached to promote your group, please contact Benji Galt or the St John’s Office.

THEOLOGY AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

The Theology Programme at University of Otago are offering a short course Theology And The Built Environment: Exploring the Connections Between Christian Faith and Architecture
Presented by theologian and former architect, Professor Murray Rae.
Friday, September 8th (7.00pm-9.00pm) and Saturday, September 9th (9.30am-12.30pm) at Wellington Central Baptist Church
Course Cost: $20.00 (including GST)

Register here: https://corpapp.otago.ac.nz/training/ce/course/26914/course/0/

APPLICATIONS OPEN

Can you pass on the opportunity for an organisation to apply for funds from our St John’s Edward Carter memorial special assistance fund?
The purpose of this fund is to assist people who need a second chance or a new start. Projects may be for local community or communities in the greater Wellington area or national in scope.
We welcome grant applications for up to $5,000 to fund projects which align with the grant’s remit. Applications are needed before the 30th September.
To apply or find more details, please see the ‘Grants’ page on the St John’s website. https://www.stjohnsinthecity.org.nz/grants

RACHEL TURNER DOWN UNDER

The New Zealand Children’s Ministry Network is delighted to host parenting author and speaker, Rachel Turner who has a heart for family discipleship and supporting parents.
Book your tickets for this unique opportunity to hear from Rachel on her first visit to NZ.
17 September - ‘Parenting for Faith’, St John’s Johnsonville, Wellington. 7-9pm, $15.
Register at https://bit.ly/rtparentingforfaith

GENERAL ASSEMBLY 2023

The General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand, is in Auckland from 27th September to 1st October. This is a gathering of commissioners from across our national Church that is held every two years. The General Assembly website ga2023.nz has information on the venue, registration costs, accommodation, FAQs, and much more. It’s being updated regularly with further information about the programme, and events during Assembly.
Not attending assembly? Get the daily email update, with a summary of key decisions, plus links to video of the business sessions for full context, plus other video and events including the installation of the new Moderator.
Sign up to receive this on the PCANZ website.

May the Light of the World shine brilliantly in your lives.
 
Allister