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GWUC Headlines for w/e 25 June 2016

Keep The Date – Combined Service and Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July - On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. An agenda for the meeting of the congregation will be available soon, but please note these arrangements in your diary now.
Ministry Team News - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July.Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 18 June 2016

Anniversary Service – Sunday 19 June at 10am - A reminder that all are invited to attend the Church Anniversary next Sunday. There will be a combined service at 10am followed by a luncheon.
Ivan’s Pies – Tuesday 21 June - Please collect Pie Orders from the Church Hall on Tuesday 21 June between 1.30pm and 5pm.
Ministry Team News - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
Can you help? - A member of the congregation is in need of some assistance. If you are able to loan an average sized caravan for two months please contact the Church Office. The individual is happy to discuss loan charges.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 June 2016

State Youth Games - Many of our young people are enjoying fun and fellowship together this weekend at Warragul as they participate in State Youth Games.
Anniversary Service - All are invited to attend the Church Anniversary next Sunday 19 Jun 2016. There will be a combined service at 10am followed by a luncheon. Please see the bulletin for more details.
NewView Closing Date - The theme for the next issue of NewView is respect. The closing date for articles is Friday 10 Jun 2016. Submissions to RobinPope 9753 3648 or [email protected]
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
Can you help? - A member of the congregation is in need of some assistance. If you are able to loan an average sized caravan for two months please contact the Church Office. The individual is happy to discuss loan charges.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 04 Jun 2016

Synod - NeilPeters, AlisonClarkson, AlaneeHearnshaw and HeatherHon will all be participating in the Synod meeting from Friday 3 Jun 2016 to Wednesday 9 Jun 2016. If you have an urgent pastoral matter please contact the Office so this can be referred to the appropriate person. For an after-hours crisis contact Neil’s Manse on 9561 3031.
Ivan’s Pies - The Tennis Club is holding its Annual Pie Drive and would again appreciate your support. Forms are on the Office Counter and return orders are money are required by Tuesday 7 Jun 2016. See the Weekly Bulletin for more details.
Office Hours - Trial Review and Comments - The revised Glen Waverley Uniting Church Office hours and staffing arrangements have operated for almost three months and we are keen to receive and listen to your feedback. A meeting has been arranged for Tuesday 7 Jun 2016 from 7.30pm in Room 1. We look forward to an open and participative interaction with constructive comments as we consider the way forward.
NewView Closing Date - The theme for the next issue of NewView is respect. The closing date for articles is Friday 10 Jun 2016. Submissions to RobinPope 9753 3648 or [email protected]
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
Can you help? - A member of the congregation is in need of some assistance. If you are able to loan an average sized caravan for two months please contact the Church Office. The individual is happy to discuss loan charges.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 May 2016

Office Hours - Trial Review and Comments - Wednesday 18 May at 2pm - Two meetings have been arranged to allow people to discuss and comment upon the most recent office changes and impact, and offer suggestions. These are Wednesday 18 May at 2pm and Tuesday 7 June at 7.30pm. See the weekly bulletin for more details.
Outreach Lunch Forum – Sunday 22 May - At the next Outreach Lunch Forum Chris Douglas, Chaplain at Glen Waverley Secondary College, will be coming to share with us about his significant work in the school community. To assist with catering, please add your name to the list on the office counter. Lunch cost $5.
Ivan’s Pies - Tuesday 7 June - The Tennis Club is holding its Annual Pie Drive and would again appreciate your support. Forms are on the Office Counter and return orders are money are required by Tuesday 7 June. See the weekly bulletin for more details.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Offfice or Vida (0411 246 254) if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
Welfare Special Project - The box for gifts for Baby Emmanuel is in the foyer. Welfare Committee would appreciate your assistance in preparing for Emmanuel’s needs. Please see the May monthly bulletin for more details about how you can help

GWUC Headlines for w/e 07 May 2016

Newsbeat - Copies of the latest edition of Newsbeat (Newsletter for the Presbytery of Port Phillip East) are available for download, or from the Stewards Table.
Welfare Special Project - The box for gifts for Baby Emmanuel will be in the foyer from this Sunday. Welfare Committee would appreciate your assistance in preparing for Emmanuel’s needs. Please see the bulletin and monthly bulletin for more details about how you can help.
Alzheimer’s and Spirituality – Monday 9 May (10am) and Tuesday 10 May (7.30pm) -Alzheimer’s and Spirituality is the topic for this conversation which will be led by Rev Brace Bateman. It will consider what resources the Christian faith has to help with Alzheimer’s. There will be four sessions, on four Monday mornings in the Church at 10am, repeated on four Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm in Room 1. All are welcome.
Christian Unity Ecumenical Celebration – Sunday 22 May- If you would like to visit another church please add your name to the list on the Office counter or speak with Jan Clear.<<BR>
Outreach BBQ Forum – Sunday 22 May- At the next Outreach BBQ Forum a local school chaplain will be coming to share with us about their significant work in the school community. To assist with catering, please add your name to the list on the office counter.
Equip4Life - Equip4Life are conducting a free evidence-based Health Ageing and Lifestyle Program at Glen Waverley Uniting Church. The six session program commences on Tuesday 31 May. Please see the Seniors Noticeboard for more information.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 Apr 2016

Interruption to Electricity Supply – Sunday 1 May - We have received communication from United Energy advising us that there will be an interruption to our electricity supply on Sunday 1 May from 8am until 4pm. Please see the notice in the bulletin for more details. There will be no Club 2016 lunch on Sunday.
UCAF Annual Luncheon – Tuesday 3 May - Mrs Patricial Begg OAM will speak at this luncheon about the History of High Tea. If you have not already bought a ticket, and only wish to come and hear Patricia speak, you will be able to purchase a $10 ticket for this up until 3 May. Tickets are available from Barbara Thompson, Margaret Duncan, Norma Saxton and Diana Coles.
Christian Unity Ecumenical Celebration – Sunday 22 May - If you would like to visit another church please add your name to the list on the Office counter or speak with Jan Clear.
Welfare Special Project - Please see the notice in the bulletin if you are able to assist Baby Emmanuel’s family as they prepare for his arrival in June.
Office Hours - A communication regarding the new Church Office hours, and upcoming focus groups, is available on the wiki at ChurchOfficeStaffingApr2016

GWUC Headlines for w/e 23 Apr 2016

Let’s Go Walking with Neil Peters – Saturday 30 April - Neil Peters is doing a walk-a-thon to raise money for the Chaplaincy Program in schools. Our church has commited to support this program. Please read the notice in the bulletin so see how you could support Neil.
Interruption to Electricity Supply – Sunday 1 May - We have received communication from United Energy advising us that there will be an interruption to our electricity supply on Sunday 1 May from 8am until 4pm. Please see the notice in the bulletin for more details.
UCAF Annual Luncheon – Tuesday 3 May - Mrs Patricial Begg OAM will speak at this luncheon about the History of High Tea. If you have not already bought a ticket, and are interested in attending, you have until 27 April to purchase a ticket which includes lunch. If you only wish to come and hear Patricia speak, you will be able to purchase a $10 ticket for this up until 3 May. Tickets are available from Barbara Thompson, Margaret Duncan, Norma Saxton and Diana Coles.
Office Hours - A communication regarding the new Church Office hours, and upcoming focus groups, is available on the wiki at ChurchOfficeStaffingApr2016

GWUC Headlines for w/e 16 Apr 2016

Office Hours - The wiki page for Office Hours referred to in this week's Bulletin is located at ChurchOfficeStaffingApr2016
Leisure Time AGM – Monday 18 April at 2.30pm - A reminder that the Congregation and Volunteers are invited to attend the Leisure Time Annual General Meeting which starts at at 2.30pm in Room 1. Afternoon tea will follow the meeting.
Congregational Outreach Projects 2016 – Close Monday 18 April - Applications for COP 2016 will close on Monday 18 April. Forms and criteria are available on the wiki at CopProjects2016.
Let’s Go Walking with Neil Peters – Saturday 30 April - Neil Peters is doing a walk-a-thon to raise money for the Chaplaincy Program in schools. Our church has committed to support this program. Please read the notice in the bulletin to see how you could support Neil in his endeavours.
Lost Property - A couple of lost property items were handed in at the office last week and one is still here. If you have lost a ladies watch make contact with the office to see if the item we have is yours.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 09 Apr 2016

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Material Aid Offering – This Week – Sunday 10 April You are invited to contribute non-perishable food and toiletries, to be stored by the Welfare Committee, to assist those in our community who are in need. Items such as canned soups, meals, baked beans, breakfast cereals (especially Weet-Bix), tea, coffee, Milo and biscuits all go down well. Soap, toothpaste and brushes, toilet paper and washing powders are also appreciated.
Seniors’ Service – This Week – Sunday 10 Apr 2016 at 2.30pm You are invited to share in Worship and Communion at this service which is themed “The Pilgrimage of Life”. The service will be followed by afternoon tea.
Church Working Bee – Saturday 16 Apr 2016 at 8.30am The next Church Working Bee is Saturday 16 April from 8.30am until 1.30pm. We would appreciate help in trimming shrubs, trees, tidying the garden areas, cleaning the worship centre windows, clearing the car park gutters, drain pits and drains, and to perform a stocktake on all our crockery and cutlery. If you can spare 30 minutes or more, we would really appreciate your help.
Congregational Outreach Projects 2016 Applications for COP 2016 will open on Monday 14 March and will close on Monday 18 April. Forms and criteria are available on the wiki at CopProjects2016.
Lost Property A couple of lost property items were handed in at the office this week and no-one has come to claim them. If you have lost a ladies watch or a hearing aid please make contact with the office to see if the item we have is yours.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 02 Apr 2016

Seniors’ Service – Next Week – Sunday 10 April at 2.30pm You are invited to share in Worship and Communion at this service which is themed “The Pilgrimage of Life”. The service will be followed by afternoon tea. If you require transport, please contact the Church Office by Wednesday 6 April.
Church Working Bee – Saturday 16 April at 8.30am The next Church Working Bee is Saturday 16 April from 8.30am until 1.30pm. We would appreciate help in trimming shrubs, trees, tidying the garden areas, cleaning the worship centre windows, clearing the car park gutters, drain pits and drains, and to perform a stocktake on all our crockery and cutlery. If you can spare 30 minutes or more, we would really appreciate your help.
Congregational Outreach Projects 2016 Applications for COP 2016 will open on Monday 14 March and will close on Monday 18 April. Forms and criteria are available on the wiki at CopProjects2016.
Service Recordings Each week we record both the 9:15am and 11am services and post these onto the Glen Waverley Uniting Church website for people to watch and download at anytime. Services going back many weeks can be found on our web site. A number of our country churches use these recordings for worship the following week. We also create a small number of DVD's that are available for circulation around church members who prefer to watch these services on their TV or computer. In addition we have 3 iPads available from the church office that have the services loaded on them each Monday. So if you are unable to get to worship at any time and you would like to watch any of these services, please contact the church office or Warren Greenwood and we can arrange for a DVD or iPad to be shared with you.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 Mar 2016

Holy Week Services – Thursday 24 March to Sunday 27 March
- Thursday 24 March – 8pm – Maundy Thursday Service – Church
- Friday 25 March – 9.15am – Good Friday Service – Church
- Sunday 27 March – 10am – Easter Day Service - Church
Hot Cross Buns on Good Friday – 25 March at 10am Following the 9.15am Service on Good Friday, Hot Cross Buns and a cuppa will be available in the hall. Please bring a packet of Hot Cross Buns to share.
Free Family Easter Event – Sunday 27 March at 4pm Please join us at 4pm Easter Sunday on the church lawns. Activities include jumping castle, Easter egg hunt, egg and spoon races. A fun celebration of Easter and Neighbour Day. All welcome. Bring grandchildren.
Congregational Outreach Projects - 2016 Applications for COP 2016 will open on Monday 14 March and will close on Monday 18 April. Forms and criteria are available on the wiki at CopProjects2016.
Church Working Bee – Advance Notice – Saturday 16 April at 8.30am The next Church Working Bee is Saturday 16 April from 8.30am until 1.30pm.
Becoming an Intercultural Church – Friday 13 and Saturday 14 May Neil Peters is planning to attend this event. If you are interested, please speak to Neil by Tuesday 29 March. There is more information on the Faith Development Notice Board, and there is a group discount.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 Mar 2016

The latest issue of NewView is now available.
Walk for Justice for Refugees – Sunday 20 March at 2pm : The next Walk for Justice for Refugees is being held this coming Sunday. The march will be leaving from the State Library (cnr Swanson and La Trobe Streets, Melbourne) at 2pm.
Holy Week Services – Monday 21 March to Sunday 27 March :
- Monday 21 March – 7.30pm – Communion and a shared meal with discussion – Room 1
- Tuesday 22 March – 7.30pm – Holy Week Service – Church
- Wednesday 23 March – 7.30pm – Holy Week Service – Church
- Thursday 24 March – 8pm – Maundy Thursday Service – Church
- Friday 25 March – 9.15am – Good Friday Service – Church
- Sunday 27 March – 10am – Easter Day Service - Church
Hot Cross Buns on Good Friday – 25 March at 10am : Following the 9.15am Service on Good Friday, Hot Cross Buns and a cuppa will be available in the hall. Please bring a packet of Hot Cross Buns to share.
Free Family Easter Event – Sunday 27 March at 4pm : Please join us at 4pm Easter Sunday on the church lawns Activities include jumping castle, Easter egg hunt, egg and spoon races. A fun celebration of Easter and Neighbour Day. All welcome. Bring grandchildren. If you want to assist on the day please contact Alanee or Neil.
Congregational Outreach Projects 2016 : Applications for COP 2016 will open on Monday 14 March and will close on Monday 18 April. Forms and criteria are available on the wiki at CopProjects2016.
Service Recordings : Each week we record both the 9:15am and 11am services and post these onto the Glen Waverley Uniting Church website for people to watch and download at anytime. Services going back many weeks can be found on our web site. A number of our country churches use these recordings for worship the following week. We also create a small number of DVD's that are available for circulation around church members who prefer to watch these services on their TV or computer. In addition we have 3 iPads available from the church office that have the services loaded on them each Monday. So if you are unable to get to worship at any time and you would like to watch any of these services, please contact the church office or Warren Greenwood and we can arrange for a DVD or iPad to be shared with you.