Weekly notices - 29 Oct 2023
Welcome
It’s great to have you join us this morning. A special welcome to you if you are new here. We hope you’ll stay around after the service and say hi.
Kia tau te rangimarie,
Carolyn.
Today’s service
Today’s service will look a bit different to usual as we take time to hear God’s voice and look into the future of All Saints with our Prayer and Vision morning. There will be the opportunity for everyone to contribute their thoughts in this interactive discussion.
Please note, that there will be no livestream today.
Notices
St Mark’s Church Meeting - Wed Nov 1st at 7:30pm
This will look at the engineer’s report on what needs to be fixed to bring St Mark’s up to minimum standards for earthquake safety. It will also look at how much that work might cost. We have information from the Heritage area of the Christchurch City Council on their requirements. Alongside this, we’ll look at new guidelines from the Anglican Diocese on building sustainability within parishes.
If you are interested in being part of the evening let Tammy know so she can let you know the venue.
Sunday Nov 5th
Bishop’s visit
We will have just one combined service at 10.30am. There will be no 9am service and no St Mark's service that day. The children's programmes will run as normal. This will be a high point in our church year, so lock it in your diary.
SGM
We are also having an SGM to vote on using insurance proceeds to purchase a house. This will take place after at 12.15pm, directly after out Sunday Service, so please stick around to have your say.
Building updates
The side modules have been successfully moved into place on their new foundations, it’s exciting to the start of our new building taking shape! The fencing will be moving shortly as groundworks continue and we are expecting to the driveway to be closed for a week or so, as new drainage pipes are being laid. There will still be access to the carpark via Bassett Street while this takes place. We anticipate this work being completed by next weekend.
Please help keep everyone safe by being mindful that the property is changing; Please stay out of construction areas marked by construction fences, road cones, and other barriers; Drive slowly and carefully around site; Let church staff know if you ever spot something you feel is unsafe; and remind your children to stay away from the construction zone. Thanks!
Meals Meals Meals
We need more meals for our church freezer so that we can take some pressure off when people are sick, have a new baby, or are going through a tough time. Please bring a frozen meal or two to Church on Sunday if you can. If you are unable to cook, but could bring meal ingredients that is a great help too!
Giving
We are so grateful to all those who contribute financially to the life of the church. You are helping to ensure that All Saints can continue to thrive and grow for future generations.
If you would like to join those who give regularly, you can find all the details you’ll need on the Giving Page.
Eco Church
Weekly tip:
Paper smaller than a standard envelope should go in your green bin, not your yellow bin!
Soft Plastic recycling
Bring along your soft plastics to drop off in the black collection bin at the church entrance on Sunday mornings. The Eco Church group will take it to a local collection point to be made into fence posts for farms and vineyards. More info: www.recycling.kiwi.nz
What’s On
There is a wide range of groups happening every week. Here are a few updates but you can see the full list on the What’s On page.
Youth Group
For School years 8+. We have a great bunch of youth many of whom are also serving in our church community. We meet together for bible study and hangs.
South Brighton Small Group
Join us for a cup of tea and a catch up, then a bible study and discussion, before finishing with any prayer requests.
Walking Group
A social walking group, all are welcome.
Readings for next week
Rev 7:9-end Ps 34:1-10,22 1 John 3:1-3 Matt 5:1-12
Need prayer?
We’d love to pray for you. Just fill in this quick online Prayer Request form