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= 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.		 Please do not include private phone numbers or email addresses on this page. For contact details of any names, click on the name itself (for security reasons, you must be logged in).
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 * '''Ivan’s Pies – Tuesday 21 June''' - Please collect Pie Orders from the Church Hall on Tuesday 21 June between 1.30pm and 5pm. ## Note to editors: please use the following template for links to Newsbeat, to ensure that readers are taken to the correct page.
## * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Newsbeat-October-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for October]] is now available.
## Note that the Presbytery is not very consistent with the format of their URLs. You need to check each time.
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 * '''Ministry Team News''' - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July. = GWUC Headlines for week ending June 6 =
 * [[attachment:Anniversary-Letter.pdf|The Anniversary letter is available here.]]
 * [[attachment:OpeningAfterCoronaVirus/VIC-COVID-FAQs-June-11.pdf|The latest advice from Synod]] is now available.
 * Government guidelines for churches after June 22 are at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus, item 14.
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 * '''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 week ending June 6 =
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Newsbeat-June-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for June]] is now available, and includes an article about Glen Waverley (p3-4).
 * As an extra communication channel for the current situation, we have set up a new email address, <<MailTo(discussions AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>>, and an associated wiki page: PostShutDownDiscussion as a forum for members of the congregation to contribute to the discussion of the Church post COVID-19 shutdown. Contributions to that address will be collated and made available to all who logon to the wiki. Requests for wiki accounts should be sent to <<MailTo(wikimasters AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>> .
 * The latest advice from Presbytery and Synod concerning opening our buildings is at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus
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 * '''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 week ending May 30 =
 * [[https://victas.uca.org.au/download/668/faq/8615/vic-covid-faqs-may-21|The latest Synod information on COVID-19]] is now available.
 * Information on re-opening our buildings can be found at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus. Basically the limit of 20 people and requirement for 4 square meteres per person prevent groups from meeting until after the next relaxation, expected to take effect from June 22.
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= 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.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending May 23 =
 * The second session of the FirstAndSecondPeopleStudy will be held by Zoom on June 1.
 * Church Council will meet by Zoom on Thursday 28 May.
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 * '''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. = GWUC Headlines for week ending May 9 =
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Newsbeat-May-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for May]] is now available.
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 * '''!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] = GWUC Headlines for week ending May 2 =
 * We are invited to a !FaceBook stream of a seminar on Wednesday afternoon this week by Dr Bex Lewis. She is a lecturer in communication at the Manchester Metropolitan University, and the author of "Raising Children in a Digital Age".[[attachment:Discipleship in a Digital Age.pdf|Details on this pdf.]]
 * ChurchCouncil "met" this week, and minutes are available to CouncilMinutes20200429.
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 * '''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 April 2020 =
 * ChurchCouncil held a special meeting this week to review how we are going with the shutdown, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200415
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 * '''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 April 2020 =
 * The Mount Waverley Interchurch Council organized a virtual [[https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FLwSZXPh5d1U%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3S34ZSRdCJzEVTYLxKt0gPpRxxkrhpxr9_4F590Kn_lFtvE9JRff_4TWM&h=AT3rg6caMNoqwG0qGCNpahMHYHTgN6L7akyaQsZFteSo8Kn1A_kI2QAXXtZBB6yqLuODFsP8oXXyBK514uqBXyAknplGYSdoILbSzPkriFwzx2ErGFUNZeGGkZcPA7nw_4TwaCb4Qse22ePmk8mkxgp5SMhBwdmSrytZTxiwevOtoOzwQwl15ZL9kVaKop0FWJ7mFrXWfbC5d17GbzbtjJSUYOltnEPVHaSM-dqNiT74uKLUGO_Pmk0oYGMlA08J4CKqVqcvkpyzAfy3yaP5WxXLu3BnYn6zVHCCWYX5AIk8uNnywUbdosjBwBQBiEfz8wDBWl507BphJijhXBRKu2tzCg7kAqjB5sTiQ_boPXAryxNsB5muJaV7T0AmSYxHdxbZrFHcD_1UVFi2rncQgJro1isX3kjKyEgtxh8w9YKls7pjQtdHlIf41jTfp3epcjKtQUDxl4qmOg0IdWt2VnL0Dkyxa6etclKM-lfbbjDcsfOzNJ6RqKNNwM5n4tFD52naSItekwV5UvV80TEPnjZZfN9mAoR328NL8Mp1LryJAEueXzWHPoopKGG2o2qTttgzWXXGmsjIJcmMTC95M3YUxVjYbZLQhXf7O2AoGSKCZ-d7XDM2jq4dUNSmvvdKV0OgUGGp64OMgg| Way of the Cross]] for Good Friday, 10 Apr 2020.
 * This Sunday we will have an [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line service]] at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved.
 * Virtual GOMER will be happening. Contact DavidMorgan for details.
 * There is a new wiki page to keep you entertained in your moments of isolation: CovidCommunications.
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= 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 [[ChurchBulletin|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 4 April 2020 =
 * This Sunday we will have an [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line service]] at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved.
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Newsbeat-April-2020-1.pdf|Presbytery newsletter for March]] is now available, with news of how churches are adjusting.
 * Virtual GOMER will be happening. Contact DavidMorgan for details.
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= 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 28 March 2020 =
 * This Sunday we will have an [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line service]] at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved.
 * Presbytery have issued [[attachment:COVID-19_PPEP_March_26.pdf|further guidance on COVID-19]].
 * Church Council met this week using [[CommunicationsChannelsZoom|Zoom]] with minutes at CouncilMinutes20200325.
 * Council have prepared a [[https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZNB3MZZ|Connectedness Survey]] to better gauge the needs and opportunities for electronic connectedness among the congregation. Please complete on line, or ask for a paper copy.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 07 May 2016 =
 * '''Newsbeat''' - Copies of the latest edition of [[http://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Newsbeat-May-2016.pdf|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.<<BR>>
 * '''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.<<BR>>
 * '''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.<<BR>>		 = GWUC Headlines for w/e 21 March 2020 =
 * Please see CovidResponseMarch18
 * This Sunday we will have [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line services]] at 9:15 and 11 only with a minimum number of key people involved.
 * [[NationalChurchLifeSurvey2020|National Church Life Survey]] is suspended.
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= 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.<<BR>>
 * '''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.<<BR>>
 * '''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>>
 * '''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.<<BR>>
 * '''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 14 March 2020 =
 * The National Church Life Survey can now be filled in on line at https://surveys.ncls.org.au/ The Glen Waverley Church Code is UA291301.
 * [[attachment:COVID-19 PPEP March 2020.pdf|Presbytery have issued advice about COVID-19]]
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= 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 7 March 2020 =
 * The Uniting Church hosted an interfaith roundtable on the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) on Monday 24 February. A [[https://assembly.uca.org.au/news/item/3137-a-world-free-of-nuclear-weapons|report is available here.]]
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Newsbeat-March-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for March]] is now available.
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= 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 29 February 2020 =
 * Tuesday 25 Feb - Pancake Day! Pancakes will be sold at the church - come along and enjoy a delicious lunch - 11.30 am to 1pm
 * Wednesday 26 Feb - Ash Wednesday service - 7.30pm
 * Saturday 29 Feb - Book Sale - 8.30am to 4pm
 * Sunday 1 March - Combined Worship - 10am followed by a meeting of the congregation at 11.30am
 * ChurchCouncil met this week and the provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200226
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 09 Apr 2016 =
 * [[EMailWhitelisting]] describes how to avoid your church emails going into the spam box.
 * '''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 22 February 2020 =
 * [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Newsbeat-February-2020.pdf|The February Presbytery Newsletter]] is now available.
 * ChurchCouncil meets next week. Any matters to be considered shouls be sent to DavidMorgan as soon as possible.
 * Come & hear the stories from the group that went to the USA & Mexico at the 9.15am, 11am and 5pm services this Sunday.
 * February Material Aid for Brentwood Secondary College - Muesli Bars, Up&Go drinks, pens, pencils and Noodles-in-a-cup are all useful. Donations can be left in the coloured bins in the foyer.
 * Saturday 29 February - Book Sale - Leap in and buy some great books! Doors open 8.30am.
 * Retiring Offering this Sunday 23 February for long term bushfire relief.
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= 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 15 February 2020 =
 * Playgroup, English Conversation Classes & The Hub all start for 2020 THIS WEEK.
 * Don't forget to check the '''letter rack''' - rosters are now being distributed.
 * '''Saturday 29 February - Book Sale - '''Leap in and buy some great books! Doors open 8.30am.
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= 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 8 February 2020 =
 * If you have offered to deliver flyers for the Book Sale, please collect them from the table in the foyer.
 * Don't forget to check the letter rack - rosters are now being distributed.
 * New start dates for Playgroup, English Conversation Classes & The Hub - all return for 2020 in the week beginning 17 February.
 * Meeting of the Congregation at 11:30am on Sunday March 1 at 11:30am. Agenda at CongMeetingAgenda20200301
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= 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.		 = GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 February 2020 =
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Newsbeat-February-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for February]] is now available.
 * CTM are running a [[https://victas.uca.org.au/event/new-and-renewing-gathering/|New and Renewing Gathering]] on Saturday March 24th.
 * [[DadsPlayGroup|Chinese Dad's Playgroup]] has been cancelled for this Saturday Feb 1 because of the novel corona virus 2019-nCoV.
 * For the same reason, TheHub will now commence on Tuesday 18th February at 10am.
 * Similarly the [[RosterEnglishClass|English conversation class]] will start on February 20.
 * Church Council met this week and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200129.
 * Weekday playgoups will commence on Feb 17.
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Previous news items are available [[PreviousNewsItems|here]] = GWUC Headlines for w/e 25 January 2020 =
 * CraigMitchell is running a session on [[https://www.ucappep.org/forming-disciples-in-a-missional-church/|Forming disciples in a missional Church]] on 5 March, 10am-3pm at Glen Waverley UCA. Details and booking at the above link.
 * The 2019 performance of our solar panels has been added to SolarPowerPerformance
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 * To help meet gaps already identified and to enable longer term relief and recovery Synod have launched a Uniting Bushfire Appeal. You can find the appeal at https://www.vt.uniting.org/uniting-vic-tas-2020-bushfire-appeal/
 * [[https://www.target.com.au/targetbushfirereliefappeal|Target Australia]] will match dollar for dollar all cash contributions made to the Appeal via coin boxes and registers in stores. (But it appears that you forego your tax deduction.)
 * [[http://www.gerf.org.au|Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund]] has also been recommended.
 * A reminder that the church office will be closed until Tuesday 28 January – emails and phone messages will be monitored daily.
 * Don’t forget the Back to School and Backpack Blessing on Sunday 26 January at 10am.
 * Sunday morning worship will be a single service at 10:00am each week until the end of January 2020.
 * Watch this space for news about Sunday 4:30pm and 5:30pm activities in 2020.
 * Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020.
 * Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020.

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 4 January 2020 =
 * NewView for [[attachment:NewView/201912.pdf|Dec 2019]] is available
 * Sunday 22 Dec 2019 – Combined Nativity Worship 10:00am
 * 24 Dec 2019 – Christmas Eve join us at 5:30pm or 11:00pm
 * 25 Dec 2019 – Christmas Day worship at 8:30am and 10:00am
 * 29 Dec 2019 – Combined Worship 10:00am
 * 31 Dec 2019 – New Year’s Eve join us at 11:00pm
 * Sunday morning worship will be a single service at 10:00am each week until the end of January 2020.
 * Sunday 4:30pm and 5:30pm activities have finished for 2019. Watch this space for news about what will happen in 2020.
 * Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020.
 * Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020.

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 December 2019 =
 * The Christmas Trees Display - Christmas Reflections - is on until the end of December. Information booklets are available in the church foyer.
 * Rosters for 2020 are now being filled. If you can help, please put your name on the lists on the office counter.
 * Charity Christmas Cards are available to purchase from the office.
 * Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020.
 * Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020.

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 December 2019 =
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Newsbeat-December-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for December]] is now available.
 * The [[https://communications.cmail20.com/t/r-e-jdkikity-uuiulyukil-m/|Synod of VicTas Newsletter for December]] is now available.
 * Our WelfareCommittee is one of the local charities being supported by [[https://www.grilld.com.au/restaurants/victoria/melbourne/glen-waverley|Grill'd]] for December. If you go there, identify yourself as being from GWUC, and you will be given double tokens to vote with. If we get the most votes of the three Decemeber causes, we will get $300. There are also special deals for 6 or more persons; ask.
 * Seniors' Service - Celebrate Christmas with Carols - this Sunday 8 December @ 2.30pm
 * Leisure Time Christmas Breakup - Monday 9 December @ 10.15am
 * Remembrance Service - Tuesday 10 December at 8pm.

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 Nov 2019 =
 * ChurchCouncil met this week, and provisional minutes are [[CouncilMinutes20191127|available here.]]

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 23 Nov 2019 =
 * The Hub Children's Christmas Photos are on this week - Monday to Wednesday at 10am. Come along and join in the fun!
 * Don't forget to regularly check the office counter & letter rack - Christmas events and planning for 2020 has begun...

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 17 Nov 2019 =
 * The [[ChoirOfHopeUpdateSep2019|Choir of Hope survey]] mentioned in today's congregational meeting is available to members. (Login needed)
 * Our Welfare group has a jar at Grill'd for December. For details of how you can support them, see [[https://view.email.grilld.com.au/?qs=44e34195a67289d457eefa5f941b550890fd4c3e942faa76f1325b33b3094c41dca1cc8c5dc3dba29b4022ea99676ee68364afd1549c7408762a46f8f461a0e6c41973dd323bda818a5d40b1eecf02b3|this link.]]

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 Nov 2019 =
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Newsbeat-November-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for November]] is now available.
 * The [[https://communications.cmail19.com/t/r-e-jddtjhjy-uupjjiyjy-f/|Synod newsletter for November]] is now available.

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 Nov 2019 =
 * Here is the [[http://www.prayasyoucan.com.au/|link to Sister Harris's website]] mentioned in the [[http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/ChurchBulletin?action=AttachFile&do=view&target=201911.pdf|monthly Bulletin]]

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 Oct 2019 =
What an amazing Fete we had this last Saturday - if you missed it, pop Saturday 17 October 2020 into your diary - you don't want to miss the next one!

Coming up this week:

 * Seniors' Morning Tea at The Hub tomorrow, Thursday 24 Oct 2019 at 10am - all are welcome.
 * Pop Up Study this Sunday 27 Oct 2019 at 2pm - come along and join in this interactive presentation by Dr CraigMitchell.
 * Church Council met on Wednesday, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20191023

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 Oct 2019 =
 * The [[attachment:PopUpStudy-20191027.pdf|Pop-Up Study]] with Presbytery Minister CraigMitchell is coming on 27 Oct 2019.
 * The [[https://communications.cmail20.com/t/r-e-jdtdilkt-ukdkykikn-e/|Synod Newsletter for October]] is now available.
 * An election for Church Councillors and Elders will be help this Sunday at all services.
 * Seniors' Week Concert Event - The Evans Family at 2.30pm. Entry by donation.
 * Planned Giving Envelopes are available from the table in the foyer.

= GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 Oct 2019 =
 * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Newsbeat-October-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for October]] is now available, including a flyer for our forthcoming "Pop-Up Study" on 27 Oct 2019 at 2pm, here in Glen Waverley.
 * Council met this week and provisional minutes are available to those logged into the wiki at CouncilMinutes20191002. As always, if you need an account or other help, contact DavidMorgan or the church office.
 * Bring & Share Lunch is on this Sunday - All are welcome.
 * Planned Giving Envelopes are now available from the table in the foyer.
 * If you have offered to deliver leaflets for the fete, don’t forget to collect them from the table in the foyer. The leaflets need to be delivered by Sunday 13 October.
 * There is no 4.30 program during school holidays.

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GWUC Headlines for week ending June 6

GWUC Headlines for week ending June 6

  • The Presbytery Newsletter for June is now available, and includes an article about Glen Waverley (p3-4).

  • As an extra communication channel for the current situation, we have set up a new email address, <discussions AT gwuc DOT org DOT au>, and an associated wiki page: PostShutDownDiscussion as a forum for members of the congregation to contribute to the discussion of the Church post COVID-19 shutdown. Contributions to that address will be collated and made available to all who logon to the wiki. Requests for wiki accounts should be sent to <wikimasters AT gwuc DOT org DOT au> .

  • The latest advice from Presbytery and Synod concerning opening our buildings is at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus

GWUC Headlines for week ending May 30

  • The latest Synod information on COVID-19 is now available.

  • Information on re-opening our buildings can be found at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus. Basically the limit of 20 people and requirement for 4 square meteres per person prevent groups from meeting until after the next relaxation, expected to take effect from June 22.

GWUC Headlines for week ending May 23

  • The second session of the FirstAndSecondPeopleStudy will be held by Zoom on June 1.

  • Church Council will meet by Zoom on Thursday 28 May.

GWUC Headlines for week ending May 9

GWUC Headlines for week ending May 2

  • We are invited to a FaceBook stream of a seminar on Wednesday afternoon this week by Dr Bex Lewis. She is a lecturer in communication at the Manchester Metropolitan University, and the author of "Raising Children in a Digital Age".Details on this pdf.

  • ChurchCouncil "met" this week, and minutes are available to CouncilMinutes20200429.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 18 April 2020

GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 April 2020

  • The Mount Waverley Interchurch Council organized a virtual Way of the Cross for Good Friday, 10 Apr 2020.

  • This Sunday we will have an on line service at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved.

  • Virtual GOMER will be happening. Contact DavidMorgan for details.

  • There is a new wiki page to keep you entertained in your moments of isolation: CovidCommunications.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 4 April 2020

GWUC Headlines for w/e 28 March 2020

GWUC Headlines for w/e 21 March 2020

GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 March 2020

GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 March 2020

GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 February 2020

  • Tuesday 25 Feb - Pancake Day! Pancakes will be sold at the church - come along and enjoy a delicious lunch - 11.30 am to 1pm
  • Wednesday 26 Feb - Ash Wednesday service - 7.30pm
  • Saturday 29 Feb - Book Sale - 8.30am to 4pm
  • Sunday 1 March - Combined Worship - 10am followed by a meeting of the congregation at 11.30am

  • ChurchCouncil met this week and the provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200226

GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 February 2020

  • The February Presbytery Newsletter is now available.

  • ChurchCouncil meets next week. Any matters to be considered shouls be sent to DavidMorgan as soon as possible.

  • Come & hear the stories from the group that went to the USA & Mexico at the 9.15am, 11am and 5pm services this Sunday.

  • February Material Aid for Brentwood Secondary College - Muesli Bars, Up&Go drinks, pens, pencils and Noodles-in-a-cup are all useful. Donations can be left in the coloured bins in the foyer.

  • Saturday 29 February - Book Sale - Leap in and buy some great books! Doors open 8.30am.
  • Retiring Offering this Sunday 23 February for long term bushfire relief.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 February 2020

  • Playgroup, English Conversation Classes & The Hub all start for 2020 THIS WEEK.

  • Don't forget to check the letter rack - rosters are now being distributed.

  • Saturday 29 February - Book Sale - Leap in and buy some great books! Doors open 8.30am.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 February 2020

  • If you have offered to deliver flyers for the Book Sale, please collect them from the table in the foyer.
  • Don't forget to check the letter rack - rosters are now being distributed.

  • New start dates for Playgroup, English Conversation Classes & The Hub - all return for 2020 in the week beginning 17 February.

  • Meeting of the Congregation at 11:30am on Sunday March 1 at 11:30am. Agenda at CongMeetingAgenda20200301

GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 February 2020

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GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 January 2020

  • To help meet gaps already identified and to enable longer term relief and recovery Synod have launched a Uniting Bushfire Appeal. You can find the appeal at https://www.vt.uniting.org/uniting-vic-tas-2020-bushfire-appeal/

  • Target Australia will match dollar for dollar all cash contributions made to the Appeal via coin boxes and registers in stores. (But it appears that you forego your tax deduction.)

  • Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund has also been recommended.

  • A reminder that the church office will be closed until Tuesday 28 January – emails and phone messages will be monitored daily.
  • Don’t forget the Back to School and Backpack Blessing on Sunday 26 January at 10am.
  • Sunday morning worship will be a single service at 10:00am each week until the end of January 2020.
  • Watch this space for news about Sunday 4:30pm and 5:30pm activities in 2020.
  • Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020.
  • Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 4 January 2020

  • NewView for Dec 2019 is available

  • Sunday 22 Dec 2019 – Combined Nativity Worship 10:00am
  • 24 Dec 2019 – Christmas Eve join us at 5:30pm or 11:00pm
  • 25 Dec 2019 – Christmas Day worship at 8:30am and 10:00am
  • 29 Dec 2019 – Combined Worship 10:00am
  • 31 Dec 2019 – New Year’s Eve join us at 11:00pm
  • Sunday morning worship will be a single service at 10:00am each week until the end of January 2020.
  • Sunday 4:30pm and 5:30pm activities have finished for 2019. Watch this space for news about what will happen in 2020.
  • Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020.
  • Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 December 2019

  • The Christmas Trees Display - Christmas Reflections - is on until the end of December. Information booklets are available in the church foyer.
  • Rosters for 2020 are now being filled. If you can help, please put your name on the lists on the office counter.
  • Charity Christmas Cards are available to purchase from the office.
  • Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020.
  • Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 December 2019

  • The Presbytery Newsletter for December is now available.

  • The Synod of VicTas Newsletter for December is now available.

  • Our WelfareCommittee is one of the local charities being supported by Grill'd for December. If you go there, identify yourself as being from GWUC, and you will be given double tokens to vote with. If we get the most votes of the three Decemeber causes, we will get $300. There are also special deals for 6 or more persons; ask.

  • Seniors' Service - Celebrate Christmas with Carols - this Sunday 8 December @ 2.30pm
  • Leisure Time Christmas Breakup - Monday 9 December @ 10.15am
  • Remembrance Service - Tuesday 10 December at 8pm.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 Nov 2019

GWUC Headlines for w/e 23 Nov 2019

  • The Hub Children's Christmas Photos are on this week - Monday to Wednesday at 10am. Come along and join in the fun!

  • Don't forget to regularly check the office counter & letter rack - Christmas events and planning for 2020 has begun...

GWUC Headlines for w/e 17 Nov 2019

  • The Choir of Hope survey mentioned in today's congregational meeting is available to members. (Login needed)

  • Our Welfare group has a jar at Grill'd for December. For details of how you can support them, see this link.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 Nov 2019

GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 Nov 2019

GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 Oct 2019

What an amazing Fete we had this last Saturday - if you missed it, pop Saturday 17 October 2020 into your diary - you don't want to miss the next one!

Coming up this week:

  • Seniors' Morning Tea at The Hub tomorrow, Thursday 24 Oct 2019 at 10am - all are welcome.

  • Pop Up Study this Sunday 27 Oct 2019 at 2pm - come along and join in this interactive presentation by Dr CraigMitchell.

  • Church Council met on Wednesday, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20191023

GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 Oct 2019

  • The Pop-Up Study with Presbytery Minister CraigMitchell is coming on 27 Oct 2019.

  • The Synod Newsletter for October is now available.

  • An election for Church Councillors and Elders will be help this Sunday at all services.
  • Seniors' Week Concert Event - The Evans Family at 2.30pm. Entry by donation.
  • Planned Giving Envelopes are available from the table in the foyer.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 Oct 2019

  • The Presbytery Newsletter for October is now available, including a flyer for our forthcoming "Pop-Up Study" on 27 Oct 2019 at 2pm, here in Glen Waverley.

  • Council met this week and provisional minutes are available to those logged into the wiki at CouncilMinutes20191002. As always, if you need an account or other help, contact DavidMorgan or the church office.

  • Bring & Share Lunch is on this Sunday - All are welcome.

  • Planned Giving Envelopes are now available from the table in the foyer.
  • If you have offered to deliver leaflets for the fete, don’t forget to collect them from the table in the foyer. The leaflets need to be delivered by Sunday 13 October.
  • There is no 4.30 program during school holidays.

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