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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 December 2016 =
 * '''January Worship Services''' - A reminder that during January there will be one combined worship service at 10am each week.
 * '''Ministry Team Movements''' - Rev Neil Peters and Alanee Hearnshaw will both be taking leave during January. For urgent pastoral care matters please feel free to contact Alison Clarkson on 9560 3167.
 * '''Office Closure''' - The Church Office will be closed from Monday 26 December and re-open Tuesday 10 January.		 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. [[#WikiAccess|For access information click here.]])
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= GWUC Headines for w/e 17 December 2016 =
 * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December @ All Services''' - A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held today at all services. Please make sure that you vote at one service today.		 ## 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.
## The 10 in the above example apparently means uploaded in October, not necessarily the October edition.
## SUNDAY IS THE FIRST DAY OF THE WEEK! (John 20:1)
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 * '''Carols on Kingsway – 18 December @ 7.30pm''' - Come and be part of the Christmas festivities at Carols on Kingsway at 7.30pm. All are welcome. = GWUC Headlines for week ending Mar 26 2022 =
 * The [[https://ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Newsbeat-April-2022.pdf|April edition of the Presbytery newsletter Newsbeat]] is available.
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 * '''Empty Christmas Tree – Last Day to Drop Off – 18 December''' - Today is the last day to bring gifts for our tree. Gifts can include food items, toys, toiletries, vouchers for all ages. Gifts (preferably unwrapped) can be left under the tree until December 18, and support people in our local community and Broadmeadows UnitingCare. = GWUC Headlines for week ending Mar 26 2022 =
 * Church Council met this week, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20220321
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 * '''Kids Christmas Event – 22 December from 2pm to 4pm''' - Join us for our annual Kids Christmas event as we explore the Christmas story in an interactive way, with entertainment, craft, activities, a little snack and challenges. This event is specifically designed for children aged 4 to 13. Cost: $5. To register online visit gwuc.org.au or for more information phone the Church Office on 9560 3580. = GWUC Headlines for week ending Mar 19 2022 =
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 December 2016 =
 * '''Seniors Carol Service – 11 December at 2.30pm''' - All are invited to the Carol Service on Sunday 11 December at 2.30pm. An afternoon tea of cake and shortbread will be served after the service.		  * Monash Interfaith Gathering have invited us to a virtual screening of "Shereen" on 21st March at 7:30pm to support their work of promoting Understanding, Respect and Harmony throughout the community.
  * [[https://click.mlsend.com/link/c/YT0xOTA1NDcyMzE1ODk4OTkyNzUyJmM9dTdkMiZlPTAmYj05NDI5NDg3MzYmZD1mM2EwczNs.oi_yaPZi8NSYx9bqnwqB_qJzO4QWE7iN2W6SaLIkskc|Click here to view the trailer.]]
  * [[https://click.mlsend.com/link/c/YT0xOTA1NDcyMzE1ODk4OTkyNzUyJmM9dTdkMiZlPTAmYj05NDI5NDg3NDImZD1wMWkycDRr.0eUSQksMAnzjZhCku209xzzbbeOOycz3NPk1tNdTD9M|Click here to register]]
  * ONCE YOU'RE ON THE REGISTRATION SCREEN:
   * Click ‘Get Access Now’.
   * Register your details / log in and complete checkout.
   * Return to https://www.fanforcetv.com/programs/shereen-monash on Monday 21st March at 7:30pm to access the film and discussion.
  * FAQs are available [[https://click.mlsend.com/link/c/YT0xOTA1NDcyMzE1ODk4OTkyNzUyJmM9dTdkMiZlPTAmYj05NDI5NDg3NDUmZD1vMHM3bTNs.XYKorzFP5Mai3Isav-Y3nnn6nt8TUyLdxoXmyUKk0zE|here]] if you run into any issues.
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 * '''Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December''' - A meeting of the Congregation will be held on Tuesday 13 December at 8pm. Items on the agenda will include receiving the 2017 Budget, the Glen Waverley Uniting Church Code of Conduct, revised Congregational Outreach Project Guidelines, Staffing, and a report from Church Council. The agenda is available from the Stewards table or online via: http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongMeetingAgenda20161213 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Mar 6 2022 =
 * The [[https://ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Newsbeat-March-2022.pdf|March issue of Newsbeat]] is available.
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 * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December''' - A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration. = GWUC Headlines for week ending Feb 26 2022 =
 * National Church Life Surveys are due. See [[HeadLines#NCLS|below.]]
 * Nominations for [[attachment:CongregationalPage/2022 Election Form - no background.pdf|Council]] and [[attachment:CongMeetingInfoSessionReport202220206/2022 JNC Election Form - no background.pdf|Joint Nominating Committee]] close Next Sunday Feb 27.
  * [[JointNominatingCommitteeRole|Information of JNC is at available.]]
 * Church Council met this week and [[CouncilMinutes20220221|provisional minutes]] are now available. Login required.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 December 2016 =
 * The new edition of the '''Presbytery newsletter''' is now available at [[http://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Newsbeat-December-2016.pdf|Newsbeat-December-2016]], or you can visit the PresbyteryPage.
 * '''Remembrance Service – 6 December at 7.30pm'''All are invited to the Remembrance Service to be held at 7.30pm on Tuesday 6 December. This is an opportunity to reflect and remember those who will not be with us at Christmas. -		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Feb 19 2022 =
 * [[https://www.pokiesplayyou.org.au/end_gambling_harm_after_dark|A petition to synchronise closing hours for gambling venues]] is available. In Victoria, all gaming venues must only operate for a maximum of 20 hours a day with a four-hour break. However each venue can individually decide what hours their poker machine rooms are closed. In Monash, access to a gaming venue is available 24 hurs a day.
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 * '''Christmas Morning Tea at The Hub – 8 December from 10am till 12noon''' - Join us for this special morning tea – the last Hub event for the year. Please add your name to the list on the office counter if you are planning to attend. Any donations will be given to needy families in our community.
 * '''Seniors Carol Service – 11 December at 2.30pm''' - All are invited to the Carol Service on Sunday 11 December at 2.30pm. An afternoon tea of cake and shortbread will be served after the service.
 * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December''' - A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration.
 * '''Volunteers Needed to Deliver Postcards for Advent Services''' - Please see the notice on the office counter if you can help to deliver Advent Services postcards to houses in the vicinity of the church before Sunday 11 December.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Feb 12 2022 =
 * [[CongMeetingInfoSessionReport202220206|The report of last Sundays meeting]], with links to all the material provided, is now available.
 * [[https://issuu.com/ucavictas/docs/202202_crosslight_feb_flipbook|The February issue of Crosslight]] is now available.
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Enquiries: Peter Anderson - 0411 123 253 <<Anchor(NCLS)>>
 * The National Church Life Survey is underway.
  * After multiple delays, Glen Waverley is now running the National Church Life Survey.
  * This is designed to enable the whole congregation to provide input into church planning, and will be especially valuable this year as we move towards calling another Minister of the Word. However, its usefulness depends critically on how representative it is, that is, getting as many members as possible to take part.
  * This is a voluntary, anonymous and confidential survey.
  * Most people complete it in 15 to 20 minutes.
  * Choose one response to each question unless it states otherwise.
  * Not all surveys are exactly alike. There are many issues being covered.
  * Further details are available from [[https://www.2021ncls.org.au/about|NCLS.]]
  * The options for taking part are:
   * [[http://attendersurvey.ncls.org.au|Online here for 15+]] or [[http://childsurvey.ncls.org.au|here for 8-14yrs]]. Our Church Code is UA291301 Glen Waverley Uniting Church.
   * Paper copies available at 10am services on Feb 13th and 20th. The preference is for forms to be filled in and left on the day, but return to the church office is acceptable.
   * Contact the office asking Joanne to send you a paper survey by post.
   * A [[https://www.2021ncls.org.au/media/2152/2021-ncls-parent-information-sheet.pdf|parent information sheet]] is available for families with 8 to 14 year olds.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 November 2016 =
 * '''Childrens Christmas Photos – 28, 29, 30 November - '''Come along to The Hub this Monday-Wednesday between 10am and 12noon, and let your children or grandchildren dress up, be a part of the Christmas story, and have their photo taken for free; photos to be collected on 8 December
 * '''Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December - '''Meeting of the Congregation will be held on the evening of Tuesday 13 December at 8pm. Agenda available on the Wiki or from the office.
 * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December - '''A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration.
 * '''Volunteers Needed to Deliver Postcards for Advent Services - '''Please see the notice on the office counter if you can help to deliver Advent Services postcards to houses in the vicinity of the church before Sunday 11 December. Enquiries: Peter Anderson - 0411 123 253		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Feb 5 2022 =
 * [[https://ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Newsbeat-February-2022.pdf|The February edition of Newsbeat]] is now available, including two stories from Glen Waverley.
 * Members are invited to financially support the UnitingWorld appeal, which is helping the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga to support people affected by the volcanic eruption and tsunami. Funds donated through Unitingworld make it possible to quickly get food and clothes and other essentials to people in need, particularly those who have been evacuated from their islands. UnitingWorld has set up a website where donations can be made to support the emergency relief efforts that are underway. https://donate.unitingworld.org.au/tonga.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 November 2016 =
 * '''Office Hours – November 21 to 25 - '''Please note the change in office hours this week and plan your visits accordingly. Wendy will be in the office each day as Heather is completing her last formation week at college for the year.
 * '''Church Christmas Lunch – 27 November at 12noon - '''Forms need to be in this Sunday for the Church Christmas Lunch on Sunday 27 November. Bookings are essential so if you are coming please fill in a form today. Forms are available in the November monthly bulletin or on the shelf outside the office. Forms and money can be given to Judith and Warren Greenwood or Laurel and John Muir.
 * '''Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December - '''Advance notice is given that a meeting of the Congregation will be held on the evening of Tuesday 13 December at 8pm.
 * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December - '''A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration.
 * '''Advent Letter - '''The Advent letter is available for collection today for those who do not receive Church emails. Please collect your copy from the table as this saves us postage costs.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Jan 29 2022 =
 * [[https://victas.uca.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Developing-a-Culture-of-Welcoming-flyer.pdf|Some workshops on welcoming]] are available from Synod, starting Feb 2.
 * The World Council of Churches and others have launched a [[https://www.oikoumene.org/resources/publications/zactax-toolkit|"zactax" toolkit]] to campaign for tax justice.
 * As groups resume for the new year, we are reminded of the [[https://victas.uca.org.au/covid-19-warning-for-congregations/|legal requirements for checkin and mask wearing]]
 * TheHub have decided to resume in second term 2022.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 November 2016 =
 * The new edition of the '''Presbytery newsletter''' is now available at http://www.ucappep.org/newsbeat/, or you can visit the PresbyteryPage.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Jan 15 2022 =
 * The Gold FISH group have decided to postpone the Book Sale from March 5 to a date to be determined, due to the increased prevalence of Covid-19.
 * In view of the continuing large number of COVID19 cases in the community, Church Council has decided to hold a single 10am live streamed service throughout February. A special meeting of the congregation for Council to outline plans for our future ministry team was planned for February 6. This will now be held following the 10am service, and live streamed for those not in attendance. This will be an information giving meeting, and no decisions are planned. It is hoped that the regular meeting of the congregation scheduled for March 6 will be possible in person.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 November 2016 =
 * '''GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - '''Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person.
 * '''Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - '''Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter.
 * '''More Than Godspell – Friday 11 November at 7.30pm - '''Please attend this concert being put on by the Diamond Valley Singers. Cost: $20. Fundraising efforts will support NCYC. It will be a great night.
 * '''“The Getaways” Weekend Away – Thursday 10 to Wednesday 16 November - '''The Getaways are going to Healesville in November. All are welcome. See the monthly bulletin for more details or contact Joanne Boldiston on 0438 413 964.
 * '''Monthly Material Aid Offering for Welfare – Sunday 13 November - '''The work of our Welfare Committee is the focus of this month’s material aid offering. Non-perishables such as breakfast cereals, long life milk, canned fruit, soups, meals etc; tea, coffee, Milo, biscuits etc are all appreciated as well as toothpaste and brushes, soap, washing powders.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Dec 25 =
 * '''UPDATE. Masks will be mandatory indoors in Victoria from 11:59pm tonight (23 Dec) for people aged eight and over as the state ramps up its response to the COVID-19 Omicron variant. The rule applies to all indoor settings except private homes.'''
 * [[https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/how-we-live|Government advice for Omicron.]]
  * If you have COVID-19 symptoms or if you have been advised to get tested by a contact, workplace or school, get a COVID-19 test and isolate until you get a negative result.
  * We strongly recommend wearing a mask if you can’t physically distance, are indoors in public areas, or if you are with people who may be vulnerable to COVID-19.
  * Remember to check in everywhere every time using the [[CheckInVicGov|Services Victoria app.]]
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 October 2016 =
 * '''Outreach BBQ Forum – 30 October at 12noon - '''On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering.
 * '''Adult Group – Friday 4 November at 8pm - '''This month we look forward to another interesting talk by one of our own group members. Robin Pope will entertain us with ‘A Papuan Life Remembered’. All welcome.
 * '''GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - '''Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person.
 * '''Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - '''Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter.
 * '''More Than Godspell – Friday 11 November at 7.30pm - '''Please attend this concert being put on by the Diamond Valley Singers. Cost: $20. Fundraising efforts will support NCYC. It will be a great night.
 * '''“The Getaways” Weekend Away – Thursday 10 to Wednesday 16 November - '''The Getaways are going to Healesville in November. All are welcome. See the monthly bulletin for more details or contact Joanne Boldiston on 0438 413 964.
 * '''Honey Money - '''Unfortunately we have had some problems with honey money so we are asking that you please leave cash in the small plastic bags provided in the office or letterbox outside the front entrance. Many thanks for your ongoing support.
 * '''Piano Trolley -''' Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 October 2016 =
 * '''Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Reminder – Final Drop Off Day Thursday 27 October -''' All collected shoeboxes will be taken to Operation Christmas Child on Friday morning, so please make sure your filled box is delivered to the Church Office on Thursday 27 October.
 * '''Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub – Thursday 27 October at 10am -''' Come and enjoy morning tea at The Hub to thank our Seniors for all they do to help in our community. All ages welcome. Bring your family and friends. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease.
 * '''Outreach BBQ Forum – 30 October at 12noon -''' On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering.
 * '''GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm -''' Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person.
 * '''Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks -''' Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter.
 * '''Piano Trolley -''' Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Dec 11 =
 * We have been notified by the family that a person who attended Beryl Boundy's funeral on Wednesday December first has subsequently developed symptoms and tested positive for Covid-19. It is considered unlikely that the person was infectious on Wednesday. We have also received sms notification from the Health Department of a positive case at the church sometime Tuesday or Wednesday last week, but it is not clear that this was the same person.<<BR>>All those who attended the church on those days are advised to be especially vigilant for symptoms, and of course, to get tested as soon as any symptoms appear.
 * Church Council met this week, and [[CouncilMinutes20211206|provisional minutes are now available.]]
 * A [[http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/FleshingOutTheVision2021?action=AttachFile&do=view&target=Church+Council+-+GWUC+REVISIONING+for+2022+-+with+edits+4-12-2021.pdf|Visioning document considered at the meeting]] is available.
 * Council decided to resume multiple services in February for a three month trial.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 October 2016 =
 * '''Combined Service – 16 October at 10am - '''A reminder that this Sunday there will be a combined service of worship at 10am. Following worship there will be morning tea and cake.
 * '''Outreach BBQ Forum - 30 October at 12noon - '''On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering.
 * '''Piano Trolley - '''Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you.
 * '''Trailer Needs A Home - '''One trailer of average quality requiring a loving home is available from our church family. Please contact the office if you think this would suit your requirements.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Dec 4 =
 * Church Council meets this Monday night to consider our vision as a congregation. Documents are available at FleshingOutTheVision2021.
 * As part of the vision Council is considering a proposal to set up a KingswayWelfareFund, and would be very pleased to hear from members who would be interested in helping with this.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 October 2016 =
 * '''Victorian Seniors Festival – Celebrating Seniors – Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm to 4pm - '''You are invited to join us for music and afternoon tea on Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm until 4pm. All welcome.
 * '''Keep the Fete Date – Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - '''This Saturday! Please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help. See the bulletin for details, and sign-up sheets on the office counter.
 * '''Glenallen School Working Bee – Saturday 22 October from 9am-12noon - '''As part of our partnership with Glenallen School we would like to have a group to take part in their next school working bee. Please see Andrew Hosking or the office for more details.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 October 2016 =
 * '''Daylight Saving - Sunday 2 October - '''Daylight Saving commences on Sunday 2 October. Make sure you turn your clocks forward one hour before you head to bed on Saturday night. It’s time to start enjoying more light in the evenings again.
 * '''Victorian Seniors Festival - Celebrating Seniors - Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm to 4pm - '''You are invited to join us for music and afternoon tea on Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm until 4pm. All welcome. RSVP to the GWUC Office (9560 3280) or add your name to the list outside the Office.
 * '''Keep the Fete Date - Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - '''Only two weeks to go now, so please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help on the day.
 * '''Planned Giving Envelopes - '''The new sets of planned giving envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. Please collect yours as this saves us postage costs.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Nov 20 =
 * MonashInterfaithGathering invites us to join their online forum [[https://monashinterfaith.org.au/mig-events/forum-stop-violence-against-women|Stop violence against women]] Thursday 18 November.
 * ChurchCouncil met this week, and [[CouncilMinutes20211115|provisional minutes]] are available now.
 * Relaxed restriction mean that there is no cap on attendances this Sunday for the fully vaccinated. Some help on showing vaccination status is available at CovidVaccinationCertificate.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 September 2016 =
 * Links mentioned at the Seniors' seminar
  * [[http://www.vicdeaf.com.au/content.asp?id=31&t=smoke-alarm-subsidy&cid=81|Smoke alarms for the deaf]]
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 17 September 2016 =
 * '''Conversations on Alzheimer’s and Spirituality – Sunday 18 September at 2pm - '''The fifth in our series “Conversations on Alzheimer’s and Spirituality” will happen this afternoon at 2pm. Rev Brace Bateman will be our leader. All are welcome to come, whether you have attended these previous conversations or not. Where? At the home of Anne Cook, 56 Kwinana Street, Glen Waverley.
 * '''Office Arrangements – Monday 19 to Monday 26 September - '''Heather will be on leave from Monday 19 to Monday 26 September. During this time the office will be open and staffed by both Wendy Pepper and Steph Lohning. Details of opening times are as follows:
  * Monday 19 September to Thursday 22 September – 9.30am to 3pm Wendy
  * Friday 23 September – 9.30am to 3pm Steph
  * Monday 26 September – 9am to 5pm Steph
 Please also note in your diaries that the office will be closed on Friday 30 September as this has been gazetted a Public Holiday for the AFL Grand Final.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Nov 13 =
 * [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lke9HNub_Fs&list=PLLVW9cF90hWnZMlojGGvTCo9HrxtG076s&index=1|The recording of DiPaterson's investiture]] is now available.
 * Church Council meets next Monday. Matters for their attention can be sent to <<MailTo(councilsec AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>>
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 * '''Seniors Seminar – Friday 23 September from 10am to 3pm - '''Ministry to Seniors invite you to the next Seniors Seminar which will be held on Friday 23 September at Glen Waverley Uniting Church. The theme for this year is “Health and Safety for Seniors”. The cost is $10 which includes morning tea and lunch. Contact the Church Office for enquiries and application forms.
 * '''Keep the Fete Date – Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - '''Please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help on the day.
 * '''Planned Giving Envelopes - '''The new sets of planned giving envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. Please collect yours as this saves us postage costs.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Oct 30 =
 * The church office will again be occupied from Monday 8 November. [[OpeningBuildingNov2021|Details here]]
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 September 2016 =
 * '''Planned Giving Envelopes - '''The new sets of planned giving envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. Please collect yours as this saves us postage costs.
 * '''NewView Deadline - Friday 16 September at 5pm - '''The new issue of NewView will be out on the last Sunday in September. The theme for this issue is “Compassion”. Please forward your contributions to Robin Pope ( [email protected] ) or the Church Office by 5pm on Friday 16 September.
 * '''Moon Festival Community Event - Saturday 17 September from 2pm to 4pm - '''If you are able to assist at this family fun community event, please let Alanee know ( [email protected] ) - all help is appreciated.
 * '''Office Arrangements - Monday 19 to Monday 26 September - '''Heather will be on leave from Monday 19 to Monday 26 September. During this time the office will be open and staffed by both Wendy Pepper and Steph Lohning. Details of opening times are as follows:
  * Monday 19 September to Thursday 22 September - 9.30am to 3pm Wendy
  * Friday 23 September - 9.30am to 3pm Steph
  * Monday 26 September - 9.30am to 5pm Steph
  * Please also note in your diaries that the office will be closed on Friday 30 September as this has been gazetted a Public Holiday for the AFL Grand Final.
 * '''Seniors Seminar - Friday 23 September at 10am to 3pm - '''Ministry to Seniors invite you to the next Seniors Seminar which will be held on Friday 23 September at Glen Waverley Uniting Church. The theme for this year is “Health and Safety for Seniors”. The cost is $10 which includes morning tea and lunch. Contact the Church Office for enquiries and application forms.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Oct 23 =
 * ChurchCouncil met this week, and [[CouncilMinutes20211018|provisional minutes]] are available now.
 * JanClear has written a report on the WomenOfFaithForum included DebLeigh's presentation.
 * The Uniting Church has [[https://uniting.church/church-leaders-call-for-climate-action/|joined churches from across the region]] in calling on the Australian Government to play its part in global action addressing climate change.
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 September 2016 =
 * The new edition of the '''Presbytery newsletter''' is now available at http://www.ucappep.org/newsbeat/
 * '''Planned Giving Envelopes'''. The new sets of planned giving envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. Please collect yours as this saves us postage costs.
 * '''Club 2016 - Sunday September 4 at 12noon - '''Club 2016 will get together Sunday 4 September at 12noon. Please bring a plate to share.
 * '''Free Spirit Concert - Sunday 4 September at 2.30pm - '''All are invited to an afternoon of music by Free Spirit at 2.30pm on Sunday 4 September. Enjoy contemporary, sacred and secular music, jazz and comedy followed by afternoon tea. Admission is $20 Adult and $15 Concession with all proceeds supporting our Church activities. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
 * '''NewView Deadline - Friday 16 September at 5pm.'''The new issue of NewView will be out on the last Sunday in September. The theme for this issue is “Compassion”. Please forward your contributions to Robin Pope ( [email protected] ) or the Church Office by 5pm on Friday 16 September.
 * '''Moon Festival Community Event - Saturday 17 September from 2pm to 4pm - '''As part of our vision to be amongst the Kingsway Community, and to become a more intercultural church, we are planning to hold a family fun event in the Chinese family tradition of the Moon Festival. We are inviting families to join us for crafts, games and refreshments. If you would like to help out we would love to hear from you. We are looking for people who enjoy making crafts with kids, serving tea and coffee, chatting and of course setting up and packing up. Please let Alanee ( [email protected] ) know if you would like to help us with this community event.
 * '''Office Arrangements - Monday 19 to Monday 26 September'''Heather will be on leave from Monday 19 to Monday 26 September. During this time the office will be open and staffed by both Wendy Pepper and Steph Lohning. Details of opening times are as follows:
  * Monday 19 September to Thursday 22 September - 9.30am to 3pm Wendy
  * Friday 23 September - 9.30am to 3pm Steph
  * Monday 26 September - 9.30am to 5pm Steph<<BR>> Please also note in your diaries that the office will be closed on Friday 30 September as this has been gazetted a Public Holiday for the AFL Grand Final.
 * '''Seniors Seminar - Friday 23 September at 10am to 3pm''' Ministry to Seniors invite you to the next Seniors Seminar which will be held on Friday 23 September at Glen Waverley Uniting Church. The theme for this year is “Health and Safety for Seniors”. The cost is $10 which includes morning tea and lunch. Contact the Church Office for enquiries and application forms.
 * '''Annual Fete - Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - '''The fete is a highlight of our church year, with a role for everyone. Please reserve the date and start putting aside items to donate (silent auction, craft, plants, bric-a-brac, preloved clothes and books). Your help in setting up on the Thursday and Friday, and in the cleanup on Saturday afternoon and Monday is badly needed and would be very much appreciated. For more details see Sue Morgan, Murray Lowe or Cliff Baker.		 = GWUC Headlines for week ending Oct 16 =
 * ChurchCouncil meets next week, and the [[CouncilAgenda20211018|agenda]] is developing.
 * The [[https://service.vic.gov.au/check-in/|Service Victoria app (Check in app)]] has now been updated to show vaccination certificates. Some help on getting and displaying your vaccination status is availble at CovidVaccinationCertificate. Comments, suggestions and calls for help are all welcome. The [[RoadMapChurches|roadmap]] currently indicates that we will all need to show this or some other copy when the state opens up after reaching 80% of eligible people vaccinated, expected early next month.
 * The moderator has sent a [[attachment:ModeratorLetter.pdf|pastoral letter]] about opening after restrictions lift.
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 * [[attachment:VicCouncilChurches/VCC Oct 2021 Newsletter.pdf|The October newsletter of the Victorian Council of Churches]] is now available.
 * [[ResumingWorshipAfterCovidVaccination|Continuing discusssions on dealing with the Victorian roadmap]] are available.
 * Glen Waverley features in [[https://uniting.church/towards-zero-2/| Towards Zero Episode 2]], released by the Uniting Church National Assembly.
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 * Presbytery Minister wrote: ''Vaccination Passports? The Victoria roadmap provides for different levels of capacity depending on whether or not everybody present has been vaccinated. This will be a challenge for many congregations, as the Victorian government has indicated that there will be a limit of 20 people gathering together where we don't know that everyone present has been fully vaccinated. I am confident that we'll have resources from both the Government and from the Synod that will help us navigate this challenge.''
 * Church Council met this week and provsional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20210920.

= GWUC Headlines for week ending Sep 18 =
 * Church Council meets Monday Sep 20 on Zoom. Anything for their consideration should be sent to <<MailTo(councilsec AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>> as soon as possible please.
 * The Uniting Church National Assembly have just released [[https://uniting.church/towards-zero-2/|these resources for congregations]] on taking action on climate change


= GWUC Headlines for week ending Sep 11 =
 * DebLeigh is talking to the [[http://www.monashinterfaith.org.au|Monash Interfaith Gathering]] on September 23 about the [[ChoirOfHope|Choir of Hope.]] [[attachment:CouncilCorrespondence202109MIG/MonashInterfaithGroupDebLeigh.png|Flyer available here.]]

= GWUC Headlines for week ending Sep 4 =
 * Extended lockdowns mean a [[http://gwuc.org.au/live/|a single 10am live streamed service]] with no congregation for the forseeable future, certainly through September.
 * We were awarded a [[https://fiveleafecoawards.org/|Five Leaves Eco Award]] at the recent (virtual) Presbytery meeting. [[https://ucappep.org/first-five-leaf-eco-awards-presented/|An article and video of the presentation is available.]]
 * We are preparing an outside display celebrating Spring, and are inviting our church community and neighbourhood to Spread the Warmth of Spring… but we need your help! Here is a SunFlower to print out and colour in. (You could even write a nice message on it!)
 * [[https://crosslight.org.au/author/crosslight/|Crosslight is available on line.]]

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  • Monash Interfaith Gathering have invited us to a virtual screening of "Shereen" on 21st March at 7:30pm to support their work of promoting Understanding, Respect and Harmony throughout the community.

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  • A petition to synchronise closing hours for gambling venues is available. In Victoria, all gaming venues must only operate for a maximum of 20 hours a day with a four-hour break. However each venue can individually decide what hours their poker machine rooms are closed. In Monash, access to a gaming venue is available 24 hurs a day.

GWUC Headlines for week ending Feb 12 2022

  • The National Church Life Survey is underway.
    • After multiple delays, Glen Waverley is now running the National Church Life Survey.
    • This is designed to enable the whole congregation to provide input into church planning, and will be especially valuable this year as we move towards calling another Minister of the Word. However, its usefulness depends critically on how representative it is, that is, getting as many members as possible to take part.
    • This is a voluntary, anonymous and confidential survey.
    • Most people complete it in 15 to 20 minutes.
    • Choose one response to each question unless it states otherwise.
    • Not all surveys are exactly alike. There are many issues being covered.

    • Further details are available from NCLS.

    • The options for taking part are:

      • Online here for 15+ or here for 8-14yrs. Our Church Code is UA291301 Glen Waverley Uniting Church.

      • Paper copies available at 10am services on Feb 13th and 20th. The preference is for forms to be filled in and left on the day, but return to the church office is acceptable.
      • Contact the office asking Joanne to send you a paper survey by post.

      • A parent information sheet is available for families with 8 to 14 year olds.

GWUC Headlines for week ending Feb 5 2022

  • The February edition of Newsbeat is now available, including two stories from Glen Waverley.

  • Members are invited to financially support the UnitingWorld appeal, which is helping the Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga to support people affected by the volcanic eruption and tsunami. Funds donated through Unitingworld make it possible to quickly get food and clothes and other essentials to people in need, particularly those who have been evacuated from their islands. UnitingWorld has set up a website where donations can be made to support the emergency relief efforts that are underway. https://donate.unitingworld.org.au/tonga.

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GWUC Headlines for week ending Jan 15 2022

  • The Gold FISH group have decided to postpone the Book Sale from March 5 to a date to be determined, due to the increased prevalence of Covid-19.
  • In view of the continuing large number of COVID19 cases in the community, Church Council has decided to hold a single 10am live streamed service throughout February. A special meeting of the congregation for Council to outline plans for our future ministry team was planned for February 6. This will now be held following the 10am service, and live streamed for those not in attendance. This will be an information giving meeting, and no decisions are planned. It is hoped that the regular meeting of the congregation scheduled for March 6 will be possible in person.

GWUC Headlines for week ending Dec 25

  • UPDATE. Masks will be mandatory indoors in Victoria from 11:59pm tonight (23 Dec) for people aged eight and over as the state ramps up its response to the COVID-19 Omicron variant. The rule applies to all indoor settings except private homes.

  • Government advice for Omicron.

    • If you have COVID-19 symptoms or if you have been advised to get tested by a contact, workplace or school, get a COVID-19 test and isolate until you get a negative result.
    • We strongly recommend wearing a mask if you can’t physically distance, are indoors in public areas, or if you are with people who may be vulnerable to COVID-19.

    • Remember to check in everywhere every time using the Services Victoria app.

GWUC Headlines for week ending Dec 11

  • We have been notified by the family that a person who attended Beryl Boundy's funeral on Wednesday December first has subsequently developed symptoms and tested positive for Covid-19. It is considered unlikely that the person was infectious on Wednesday. We have also received sms notification from the Health Department of a positive case at the church sometime Tuesday or Wednesday last week, but it is not clear that this was the same person.
    All those who attended the church on those days are advised to be especially vigilant for symptoms, and of course, to get tested as soon as any symptoms appear.

  • Church Council met this week, and provisional minutes are now available.

  • A Visioning document considered at the meeting is available.

  • Council decided to resume multiple services in February for a three month trial.

GWUC Headlines for week ending Dec 4

  • Church Council meets this Monday night to consider our vision as a congregation. Documents are available at FleshingOutTheVision2021.

  • As part of the vision Council is considering a proposal to set up a KingswayWelfareFund, and would be very pleased to hear from members who would be interested in helping with this.

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  • The church office will again be occupied from Monday 8 November. Details here

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  • ChurchCouncil meets next week, and the agenda is developing.

  • The Service Victoria app (Check in app) has now been updated to show vaccination certificates. Some help on getting and displaying your vaccination status is availble at CovidVaccinationCertificate. Comments, suggestions and calls for help are all welcome. The roadmap currently indicates that we will all need to show this or some other copy when the state opens up after reaching 80% of eligible people vaccinated, expected early next month.

  • The moderator has sent a pastoral letter about opening after restrictions lift.

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GWUC Headlines for week ending Sep 25

  • Presbytery Minister wrote: Vaccination Passports? The Victoria roadmap provides for different levels of capacity depending on whether or not everybody present has been vaccinated. This will be a challenge for many congregations, as the Victorian government has indicated that there will be a limit of 20 people gathering together where we don't know that everyone present has been fully vaccinated. I am confident that we'll have resources from both the Government and from the Synod that will help us navigate this challenge.

  • Church Council met this week and provsional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20210920.

GWUC Headlines for week ending Sep 18

  • Church Council meets Monday Sep 20 on Zoom. Anything for their consideration should be sent to <councilsec AT gwuc DOT org DOT au> as soon as possible please.

  • The Uniting Church National Assembly have just released these resources for congregations on taking action on climate change

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