Gordon Rutherford

News for Sunday 13 November 2016

Gold Card Lunch at Zealandia
Final lunch for the year is at 12 pm Thursday 1st December.  See Judy Edgar after the service or phone her on 476 7257 if you want to attend.

Angel Tree
We are supporting Angel Tree again this year.  Angel Tree Christmas nurtures the precious link between a prisoner and their children by providing nearly 4,000 Christmas Gifts to children every year from their incarcerated parent.  

If you would like to purchase a $25 Warehouse Voucher on behalf of a prisoner for their child, please select a name off the board at the side of the church.  Warehouse vouchers can be purchased through Countdown or The Warehouse.  Please return the voucher together with the Angel Tree tab in an envelope on Sunday, 27 November.  For the child receiving the gift voucher it shows that their Mum or Dad hasn't forgotten them and still cares about them.  For more information contact Maree ph 938 7864.

Infoodle Roster Training
We’re holding two training sessions on using your rosters on Infoodle:  The first after the 10.30 service today  and 19 November at 11 am.  We will meet in the church so we can use the big screens.  All people who are on rosters and need to use Infoodle are invited to attend one of these.

John’s Open Office
While John is away Wendy will be doing the open office at Café on the Square (beside the Library) every Tuesday from 3.30 pm if you want to drop by and speak to her.

Pledges for 2017
A reminder to complete your pledge form.  Completed pledge forms can be put into the offering bags or returned to the office.

SMASH Cricket Club
The response to our appeal for cricket equipment has been great.  Thank you all for your generosity. 

Barnabas Fund
The Barnabas Fund welcomes special international speakers from the front lines of work among the persecuted church in the Middle East sharing first hand stories.  They will also cover topics such as secular humanism and Islam.  Tuesday, 15 November, 7:30 pm.  Abundant Life, 71 Abel Smith St.

NEW WINE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Kapiti—19 to 23 January 2017

Register Now for Early Bird Prices

This is our church camp and there is a programme for all ages 0-99!  The Kapiti summer festival is about our community coming together, getting to know one another, laughing, worshipping, becoming equipped for the year ahead where together we seek to see God’s kingdom in our everyday lives.

Register now:  newwine.org.nz/summer-festivals.  Early bird prices close 30 November, the maximum cost for families amount has dropped to $480.  Also complete one of our forms to let us know that you are coming and to register for meals.

News for Sunday 6 November 2016

We remember
We remember Mike Foster who died this week.  Mike’s funeral will be held at
St Mary’s on Monday, 7 November, 11 am.  Please keep Joyce and their family in your prayers.

Infoodle Roster Training
We’re holding two training sessions on using your rosters on Infoodle:  13 November after the 10.30 service  and 19 November at 11 am.  We will meet in the church so we can use the big screens.  All people who are on rosters and need to use Infoodle are invited to attend.

Pledges for 2017
A reminder to complete your pledge form.  Completed pledge forms can be put into the offering bags or returned to the office.

John’s Open Office
John will not be at his open office this week.

Can You Play the Cello?
Is there a cellist in the congregation who could play at the Nine Lessons and Carols service on 11 December.  Please contact David 027 447 9901.

SMASH Cricket Club
We are really pleased to be starting up the SMASH Summer Cricket again.  Our team are lively, well supported and the games are a huge highlight each week.  BUT we need equipment!  If you have equipment spare to donate—bats, pads, balls, stumps, it will be gratefully received.  Contact Tabatha 476 2747
 
Congratulations!!
Congratulations to Tom Snaddon who has been awarded the 2017 Courtney-O’Connor Scholarship for the Bachelor of Business Management, with a major study in Marketing and New Media, at the International College of Management Sydney (ICMS).  We wish Tom every blessing as he will begin this new step in his career.

NEW WINE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Kapiti—19 to 23 JANUARY 2017
This is our church camp and there is a programme for all ages 0-99!  The Kapiti summer festival is about our community coming together, getting to know one another, laughing, worshipping, becoming equipped for the year ahead where together we seek to see God’s kingdom in our everyday lives.

Register now:  newwine.org.nz/summer-festivals.  Early bird prices close 30 November, the maximum cost for families amount has dropped to $480.  Also complete one of our forms to let us know that you are coming and to register for meals.

News for Sunday 30 October 2016

Diocesan Hui
The Diocesan Hui (Our Family Reunion!) is on Parihaka Day, 5 November 2016, from 10 am to mid-afternoon.  Together we will celebrate, worship, tell stories, and cross-pollinate.  We’ll explore the three 2017 Diocesan themes:  Our Transforming God/Discipleship, Reducing Carbon Emissions/Climate Change, and Child Poverty.  

There will also be a screening of the film Taterakihi, which tells the story of Parihaka.  ALL are invited to the Wellington Cathedral for our annual family-friendly Hui. 

SMASH Cricket Club
We are really pleased to be starting up the SMASH Summer Cricket again.  Our team are lively, well supported and the games are a huge highlight each week.  BUT we need equipment!  If you have equipment spare to donate—bats, pads, balls, stumps, it will be gratefully received.  Contact Tabatha 476 2747 

Infoodle Roster Training
We’re holding two training sessions on using your rosters on Infoodle:  13 November after the 10.30 service  and 19 November at 11 am.  We will meet in the church so we can use the big screens.  All people who are on rosters and need to use Infoodle are invited to attend.

Pledges for 2017
A reminder to complete your pledge form.  Completed pledge forms can be put into the offering bags or returned to the office.

Can You Play the Cello?
Is there a cellist in the congregation who could play at the Nine Lessons and Carols service on 11 December.  Please contact David 027 447 9901.

Sunday Kids Ministry Naming Competition
We are looking for some inspiration in the renaming of our programme (previously known as Sunday School)!  Get your creative juices flowing and email Kate, at harveygreenfamily@gmail.com with your suggestions.  Prizes include movie tickets and jar of sweets! Entries welcome from kids and adults.  Send in as many ideas as you want before the 31 October.

Afternoon Fellowship
Wednesday 2 November 1.30 pm in the Church Office Prayer Room.  All welcome.

All Souls’ Day Service
You’re invited to join Rev Paul McIntosh and his parish for a service of remembrance for family members and friends.  Wednesday, 2 November at 7:30 pm at St Anne’s Anglican Church, Northland.

NEW WINE SUMMER FESTIVAL
Kapiti—19 to 23 JANUARY 2017
This is our church camp and there is a programme for all ages 0-99!  The Kapiti summer festival is about our community coming together, getting to know one another, laughing, worshipping, becoming equipped for the year ahead where together we seek to see God’s kingdom in our everyday lives.

Register now:  newwine.org.nz/summer-festivals.  Early bird prices close 30 November, the maximum cost for families amount has dropped to $480.  Also complete one of our forms to let us know that you are coming and to register for meals.

News for Sunday 23 October 2016

Diocesan Hui
The Diocesan Hui (Our Family Reunion!) is on Parihaka Day, 5 November 2016, from 10 am to mid-afternoon.  Together we will celebrate, worship, tell stories, and cross-pollinate.  We’ll explore the three 2017 Diocesan themes:  Our Transforming God/Discipleship, Reducing Carbon Emissions/Climate Change, and Child Poverty.  

There will also be a screening of the film Taterakihi, which tells the story of Parihaka.  ALL are invited to the Wellington Cathedral for our annual family-friendly Hui.

SMASH Cricket Club
We are really pleased to be starting up the SMASH Summer Cricket again.  Our team are lively, well supported and the games are a huge highlight each week.  BUT we need equipment!  If you have equipment spare to donate—bats, pads, balls, stumps, it will be gratefully received.  Contact Tabatha 476 2747 

Infoodle Roster Training
We’re holding two training sessions on using your rosters on Infoodle:  --13 November after the 10.30 service  and 19 November at 11 am.  We will meet in the church so we can use the big screens.  All people who are on rosters and need to use Infoodle are invited to attend.

Annual Bishop’s Golf Day
The Annual Bishop’s Golf Day, playing for the Danny Te Hiko Memorial Cup, will be held at the Levin Golf Club, 11 November.  Tee off times 9.30 am onwards.  Cost $20.00 each per round.  If you’re interested in joining Bishop Justin for an eventful day or for more information, email Brenda Callear bcallear@orcon.net.nz or 233 8244.

Sunday Kids Ministry Naming Competition
We are looking for some inspiration in the renaming of our programme (previously known as Sunday School)!  Get your creative juices flowing and email Kate, at harveygreenfamily@gmail.com with your suggestions.  Prizes include movie tickets and jar of sweets! Entries welcome from kids and adults.  Send in as many ideas as you want before the 31 October.

CMS Newsletter
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Playgoup

KAC Playgroup meets every Monday of the school term for preschool aged children and their parents/caregivers.  Join us in a caring, safe environment with lots of toys and great morning tea!  For more information contact Nikki 027 696 7694.
Where:  in the meeting hall behind the SMASH hall
When:  Mondays 9.30—11.30 am
We're also looking for more adult helpers to join our team - if you may be available please let Nikki know!