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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 August 2015 = * '''Church Council Elections - Sunday 23 August 2015''' We have received 7 nominations for our 7 vacant Church Council positions. The election will be held on Sunday 23 August at all services on that day. Details of the nominees can be viewed on the notice board outside the church office. Please take time to pray for our friends who have offered themselves in service to our congregation. |
= GWUC Headlines for w/e 2 June 2016 = * '''January Services - '''A reminder that throughout January we will have one Combined Service each week at 10am. * '''2016 Rosters - '''Please check the letter rack for any Rosters which might have your name on them. There are also some magazines, cards and letters which need collecting so please make sure none of them belong to you. |
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* '''Congregational Meeting - Sunday 30 August 2015''' Following the 10am Combined Worship there will be a Congregational Meeting at 11.30am on Sunday 30 August, prior to lunch at 12.30pm, to discuss matters detailed in the weekly bulletin. An agenda can be found on the wiki at:- http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongregationMeetingReports and the minutes of the last meeting can be found at:- http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongMeetingMinutes20150310 Please contact Warren Greenwood or the Church Office if you have any questions. | * '''Office Hours -''' Make sure you check the bulletin for the hours the office is open over the next two weeks as these will differ from normal. |
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* '''Senior Seminar - Friday 21 August 2015''' The Seminar for Seniors has speakers from CentreLink, Monash Council and LifeAssist (UnitingCare Community Options). All are welcome to attend. $10 covers lunch and afternoon tea. Application forms are available from the Senior’s Notice Board or the Church Office. Please speak to Alison Clarkson for more details. '''Cross Cultural''' | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 December 2015 = * '''Rosters - '''The 2016 Rosters for Cleaning and Morning Tea can be collected from the letter rack. The 2016 Flower roster is now on the office counter. Please indicate if you are happy to continue in 2016 and if there are times you will be unavailable. New volunteers are always welcome. * '''Christmas Bowl - '''We are again supporting Act for Peace Christmas Bowl Appeal this year. Envelopes are available on the Stewards Table if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile cause. * '''January Services - '''A reminder that this Sunday and throughout January we will have one Combined Service each week at 10am. |
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* '''Ministry Seminar - Sunday 23 August 2015''' Faith Development Missional Group are organising a Cross Cultural Ministry Seminar led by Rev Hoon You, an experienced minister in cross cultural ministry, at this church on Sunday 23 August 1.30 - 4pm. This is an initiative in support of our vision. More details in the monthly bulletin. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 December 2015 = * '''Today - '''Sunday 20 December - Carols on Kingsway All are welcome to Carols on Kingsway to be held on Sunday 20 December at 7.30pm. Come along and enjoy a great night. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 August 2015 = * From a different context, [[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6XAPnuFjJc|this short video]] has lots to say about how we can motivate volunteers within the church. * '''Church Council Elections - Nominations Announced Sunday 9 August, 2015''' We have received 7 nominations for our 7 vacant Church Council positions. The election will be held on Sunday 23 August at all services on that day. Details of the nominees can be viewed on the notice board outside the church office and [[CouncilCandidates2015|here]]. Please take time to pray for our friends who have offered themselves in service to our congregation. * '''Monthly Material Aid Offering - Sunday 9 August, 2015''' The Monthly Material Aid Offering today will be in aid of the Glen Waverley Uniting Church Welfare Commitee. Canned soups, meals, breakfast cereals, long life milk, tea, coffee and biscuits are all appreciated, as well as tooth paste and brushes, soap and washing powder. * '''Planned Giving Letters''' These are available from the table in the foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. * '''Bible Study''' Faith Development Missional Group invite you to take part in a challenging Bible Study during the second half of 2015. If you feel that you could lead a small group over six study sessions, please add your name to the list on the office counter, or contact the church. |
* '''Wesley Mission Food for Families - '''A Food for Families box can be found inside both our entry doors. Please leave non-perishable food or toiletries donations in support of this appeal. This is another way we can support those who do not have the means to celebrate Christmas the way that many others can. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 August 2015 = * '''Church Council Elections - Nominations close Sunday 2 August''' A reminder that this Sunday nominations close for Church Council. If you have considered standing for election, or approaching someone who you feel has gifts to offer in this way, please do so. Information is in the Monthly Bulletin about the Nomination and Election process. * '''Next Week - Monthly Material Aid Offering''' The Monthly Material Aid Offering next Sunday will be in aid of the Glen Waverley Uniting Church Welfare Committee. A list of items requested is available in both the weekly and monthly bulletins. * '''Planned Giving Letters''' These are available from the table in the foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. * Council met this week, and approved the GwucServingSafelyPolicy. |
* '''Rosters -''' The 2016 Rosters for Cleaning and Morning Tea can be collected from the letter rack. The 2016 Flower roster is now on the office counter. Please indicate if you are happy to continue in 2016 and if there are times you will be unavailable. New volunteers are always welcome. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 18 July 2015 = * Click on this link to see information on this Port Phillip east Presbytery (PPEP) Event (and many others) : http://www.ucappep.org/newsbeat/events/ * Also look at the Notices page on the website for important media releases and Presbytery instructions : http://www.ucappep.org/newsbeat/notices/ * '''This Week - Light Lunch - Sunday 19 July''' Following the 11am Service on Sunday there will be a light lunch. Please join us at 12noon. All are welcome. * '''Next Week - Retiring Offering - Sunday 26 July''' Next week after each service there will be a retiring offering to support the NextGen group (second generation Australians) trip to China in September. Please see the weekly bulletin for more information. * '''Praise Service - Sunday 26 July at 2.30pm''' All are welcome to attend the Praise Service on Sunday 26 July at 2.30pm. Join with us and sing your favourite hymns, led by Free Spirit. There will be afternoon tea after the service. Add your name and favourite hymn to the list on the Office Counter. If you need transport contact the office by Wednesday 22 July. * '''Intergenerational Dinner and Fun Night - Friday 31 July at 6.30pm''' We will prove hamburgers in rolls, salads and dessert. We cater for those with special dietary requirements. There will be activities for all ages and our entertainer will be a magician, The Candy Man. Come and join us for a great evening. |
* '''Christmas Cards - '''Christmas Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 for a packet of 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and Ryder-Chesire Foundation. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 July 2015 = * '''This Week - Material Aid Offering - Sunday 12 July''' - The material aid offering this week will be in aid of Friends of Ermera, East Timor. The specific items requested are coloured pencils, whiteboard markers, A4 paper and summer clothing fabric. * '''Celebration Morning Tea at The Hub - Wednesday 15 July''' - Come and celebrate with us 6 successful years of The Hub. Spend time chatting with friends, old and new, as you enjoy a delicious morning tea including special birthday cake. Bring your family and friends. All ages welcome. Please add your name to the list on the office counter if you are planning to attend. * '''Craft Group - Friday 17 July''' - Craft Group is on again on Friday 17 July at 1.30pm. All are welcome. Activities are available for all so please come along. Come and share in conversation, craft and a cuppa. * '''Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 26 July''' - The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held at 5pm on Saturday 25 July in the Clubhouse at Highvale Primary/Secondary College (entry from Ashton Street). |
* '''Christmas Bowl - '''We are again supporting Act for Peace Christmas Bowl Appeal this year. Envelopes are available on the Stewards Table if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile cause. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 4 Jul 2015 = * '''Presbytery Newsletter''' The [[http://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Newsbeat-July-2015.pdf|July]] newsletter is available. There is an interesting comment on the future of church services, as predicted by WarrenGreenwood! (check the last page) * '''School Holidays''' As it is school holidays, The Hub and Playgroup are in recess again this week. * '''Next Week - Material Aid Offering - Sunday 12 July''' The material aid offering next week will be in aid of Friends of Ermera, East Timor. The specific item requested is summer clothing fabric. * '''Celebration Morning Tea at The Hub - Wednesday 15 July''' Come and celebrate with us six successful years of The Hub. Spend time chatting with friends, old and new, as you enjoy a delicious morning tea including special birthday cake. Bring your family and friends. All ages welcome. Please add your name to the list on the office counter if you plan to attend. * '''Craft Group - Friday 17 July''' Craft group is on again on Friday 17 July at 1.30pm. All are welcome. Activities are available for all so please come alone. Come and share in conversation, craft and a cuppa. |
= GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 December 2015 = * '''Sunday 13 December '''- At the 9.15am Service the children will participate in brining a message to the congregation, sharing what they have done in Term 4. After the 11am Iona Advent Service (involving Uniting Voices) there will be a light lunch available for those who wish to stay and attend the Seniors’ Carol Service. The Carol Service commences at 2.30pm and involves Free Spirit. This will be followed by afternoon team. All are welcome. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 27 Jun 2015 = * '''School Holidays''' The Hub and Playgroup are in recess for two weeks. * '''Celebration Morning Tea at The Hub - Wednesday 15 Jul''' Come and celebrate with us 6 successful years of The Hub. Spend time chatting with friends, old and new, as you enjoy a delicious morning tea including special birthday cake. Bring your family and friends. All ages welcome. Please add your name to the list on the office counter if you are planning to attend. |
* '''Rob Gotch’s 20 Years of Ordination '''- Sunday 13 December - Surrey Hills Uniting Church will acknowledge Rob Gotch’s 20 years of ordination after the service on Sunday 13 December, soon after 11am. This is a low key morning tea but any of Rob’s friends from Glen Waverley are very welcome. * '''Empty Christmas Tree''' - Gifts for all ages are invited for the Empty Christmas Tree. Please do not wrap your gift. So that gifts can be distributed in time for Christmas, please leave your gift by Thursday December 17. * '''Christmas Cards''' - Christmas Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 for a packet of 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and the Ryder-Cheshire Foundation. * '''Christmas Bowl''' - We are again supporting Act for Peace Christmas Bowl Appeal this year. Envelopes are available on the Stewards Table if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile cause. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 20 Jun 2015 = * '''Outreach BBQ Forum - Sunday 21 June''' Join us after the 11am Service this Sunday for the Outreach BBQ Forum where we will hear from Dee and Dan Rutherford about the wonderful work at the Kivuli Project (Australia) Inc. Come and share lunch $5 cost). All are welcome. * '''Ivan's Pies - Tuesday 23 June''' Please collect Pie Orders from the Church Hall on Tuesday 23 June between 2pm and 6pm. Many thanks for your generous support. * '''Church Anniversary - Sunday 28 June''' Next week there will be a Combined Service at 10am where we will celebrate the Anniversary of the Uniting Church. Following this service there will be the opportunity to share in a spit roast lunch. Today is the last day to get your tickets. Please see Faye Wagon or Barbara Thompson. Tickets cost $20 per person, $10 children under 12 or $5 for children under 6. Don't miss out! Remember - no ticket, no lunch! '''<<BR>>''' * '''Church Office - Monday 22 June to Friday 26 June''' This week Heather will be away doing an intensive study unit at CTM. The office will be staffed by Sharon Harper-Wilkinson during this time. Office hours for each day are noted in the bulletin. |
= GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 December 2015 = * '''Club 2015 - Sunday 6 December -''' Club 2015 will meet for lunch after the 11am Service on Sunday 6 December. Please feel free to bring a plate to share with others. * NewView '''December Issue - Monday December 7 - '''Deadline Contributions for the December Issue of NewView are due by Monday 7 December. These can be emailed to Robin Pope or left at the Church Office. The theme for this issue is Journeying. * '''Rob Gotch’s 20 Years of Ordination - Sunday 13 December - '''Surrey Hills Uniting Church will acknowledge Rob Gotch’s 20 years of ordination after the service on Sunday 13 December, soon after 11am. This is a low key morning tea but any of Rob’s friends from Glen Waverley are very welcome. * '''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 13 December. Enquiries: Peter Anderson or the Church Office. * '''Empty Christmas Tree -''' Gifts for all ages are invited for the Empty Christmas Tree. Please do not wrap your gift. So that gifts can be distributed in time for Christmas, please leave your gift by Wednesday December 16. * '''Christmas Cards -''' Christmas Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 for a packet of 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and the Ryder-Cheshire Foundation. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 28 November 2015 = * '''Combined Service and Christmas Lunch - Sunday 29 November at 10am''' A reminder that this Sunday is a 10am Combined Service followed by Christmas lunch. * '''Remembrance Service - Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm''' - The Remembrance Service for this year will be held on Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm. This is a quiet, reflective service and a time to remember those who are not with us. All are welcome. * NewView '''December Issue - Monday December 7 Deadline '''- Contributions for the December Issue of NewView are due by Monday 7 December. These can be emailed to Robin Pope at [email protected] or left at the Church Office. The theme for this issue is Journeying. * '''Empty Christmas Tree - ''' Gifts for all ages are invited for the Empty Christmas Tree. Please do not wrap your gift. So that gifts can be distributed in time for Christmas, please leave your gift by Wednesday December 17. * '''Advent Letters -''' Please collect your Advent letter from the table in the foyer. '''Christmas Cards Christmas''' - Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 a packet for 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and the Ryder-Chesire Foundation. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 21 November 2015 = * '''Congregational Meeting - Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm''' - Our next Congregational Meeting will be held on Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm. The key agenda items will include Approval of the 2016 Budget, Introduction to the Safe Church Concerns Person and a report from the Faith Development Missional Group. Copies of the previous minutes, and current agenda can be found on the wiki at the following addresses:- . http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongMeetingMinutes20150830 and . http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongMeetingAgenda20151124 * '''Children’s Christmas Photos at The Hub - Monday 23, Tuesday 24 & Wednesday 25 November at 10am''' - Bring your children or grandchildren to dress up as Mary, Joseph, shepherds, wise men or angels and have their photo taken. Dress-ups will be available to use. * '''Combined Service and Christmas Lunch - Sunday 29 November at 10am''' - A reminder that next Sunday is a 10am Combined Service followed by a delicious Christmas lunch. Please complete the form on the Stewards Table today to register for lunch. * '''Remembrance Service - Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm''' - The Remembrance Service for this year will beheld on Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm. This is a quiet, reflective service and a time to remember those who are not with us. All are welcome. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 November 2015 = * Congratulations to our '''Glen Waverley Interchurch Council''' members! At the AGM on Wednesday night, JanClear was elected President, and JohnHurst continues as Treasurer. Just because GW Uniting Church now dominates the new management team does NOT mean that we discourage new members! There is always a place for interested volunteers to help us with the work of the Interchurch Council. Visit http://glenwaverleychurches.org/news.xml to see Jan being handed the reins. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 November 2015 = * '''Commissioning of Nancye Cottrell - Sunday 8 November at 9.15am & 4.30pm''' At both our 9.15am and 4.30pm services on Sunday we will be Commissioning Nancye Cottrell in her new role with Children and Families. Please join with us at this time. * '''COP Presentations - Sunday 15 November at 9.15am''' At the 9.15am service next Sunday the congregation will present the 2015 COP grants to the approved recipients following the success of our fete last month. After all the hard work of the fete it will be wonderful to give grants to the six worthy projects. * '''Congregational Meeting - Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm''' Our next Congregational Meeting will be held on Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm. The key agenda items will include approval of the 2015 budget, introduction to the Safe Church Concerns Person and a report from the Faith Development Missional Group. Please put this date in your diaries now = GWUC Headlines for w/e 31 October 2015 = * '''Ping-Pong-A-Thon - Friday 30 October at 6pm''' - All are invited to participate in this 24-hour event. All funds raised will benefit those being trafficked in the South-east Asian region. * '''Is Australia Doing Enough? - Sunday 1 November at 3pm '''- Join us at High Street Road Uniting Church and hear renowned advocate Julian Burnside speak about the plight of Asylum Seekers looking for a safe homeland to resettle in. * '''Campaign for Australian Aid - Wednesday 4 November at 7.30pm''' - Please join us for this Monash Forum at 7.30pm at Clayton Church of Christ. Speakers include Anna Burke (Member for Chisholm) and Matthew Maury (TEAR Australia). There will be a time for questions and open discussion as well as a light supper. All are welcome. * '''Quiet Day for Reflection - Sunday 7 November at 10am''' - All members of the congregation and friends are invited to join us at Cornish College for a quiet day of reflection. The day will be based on the monastic system of prayer, study, meditation and work. If you are interested in attending please collect a flyer from the Stewards Table and add your name to the list on the office counter. * '''Fete Lost and Found''' - While sorting through books after the fete a USB stick was found containing travel photos. If you believe this might belong to you, please contact the Church Office. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 October 2015 = * '''Pleasant Sunday Afternoon - Sunday 25 October at 2.30pm''' - Celebrating Community - A Monash Seniors Festival Event to be held here at Glen Waverley. You are invited to share a programme of music, readings, poetry and reflection including afternoon tea. * '''Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub - Thursday 29 October at 10am''' - Come and share morning tea with our seniors who help in our community. All ages welcome. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease. * '''Ping-Pong-A-Thon - Friday 30 October at 6pm''' - All are invited to participate in this 24-hour event. All funds raised will benefit those being trafficked in the South-east Asian region. * '''Quiet Day for Reflection - Saturday 7 November at 10am''' - All members of the congregation and friends are invited to join us at Cornish College for a quiet day or reflection. The day will be based on the monastic system of prayer, study, meditation and work. If you are interested in attending please collect a flyer from the Stewards Table and add your name to the list on the office counter. * '''Fete '''- Lost and Found While sorting through books after the fete a USB stick was found containing travel photos. If you believe this might belong to you please contact the Church Office. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 17 October 2015 = * '''Church Fete - Saturday 17 October from 8.30am''' - Don’t forget the fete … looking forward to seeing you there. * '''West Papuan Dinner - Saturday 24 October at 6pm''' - St Luke’s Uniting Church are inviting anyone interested to a West Papuan three-course dinner with entertainment and guest speaker. Cost: $25. Neil and Lynn are going if others would like to join them. See the Outreach noticeboard for further details. * '''Pleasant Sunday Afternoon - Sunday 25 October at 2.30pm''' - Celebrating Community - A Monash Seniors Festival Event to be held here at Glen Waverley. You are invited to share a programme of music, readings, poetry and reflection followed by afternoon tea. * '''Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub - Thursday 29 October at 10am''' - Come and share morning tea with our seniors who help in our community. All ages welcome. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease. * '''Quiet Day for Reflection - Saturday 7 November at 10am''' - All members of the congregation and friends are invited to join us at Cornish College for a quiet day of reflection. The day will be based on the monastic system of prayer, study, meditation and work. If you are interested in attending please collect a flyer from the Steward’s Table and add your name to the list on the office counter. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 Oct 2015 = * '''Cake Stall - Fete''' - The UCAF would appreciate donation of cakes for the cake stall at our fete. If you bring the cakes on Friday, please ensure they are labelled with your name and phone number. Donations to the Cake Stall can also be made through the bakeless envelopes available on the Office counter. Ingredient lists are also available on the counter. * '''Fete - Local Trader Vouchers''' - Support the fete by pre-purchasing one or more of the 50+ vouchers donated by local traders to the silent auction. See weekly bulletin for details of vouchers available. * '''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 w/e 3 Oct 2015 = * The latest [[http://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Newsbeat-October-2015.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter]] is available. * The list of vouchers donated to the silent auction at the fete, and available to the congregation to purchase at face value is available [[Fete2015Vouchers|here.]] * '''Daylight saving this weekend! '''Please note that Daylight Saving commences this weekend. Don’t forget to put your clocks forward one hour on Saturday night! * '''Fete – Leaflet Delivery.''' If you have volunteered to deliver leaflets for the Fete, please collect your leaflets from the table in the church foyer. The leaflets need to be delivered by Sunday 11 October. * '''Fete - Local Trader Vouchers.''' Support the fete by pre-purchasing one or more of the 50+ vouchers donated by local traders to the silent auction. See weekly bulletin for details of vouchers available * '''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. * '''Team Leave - '''Heather is on leave from 21 September to 9 October. During this time the office will be open reduced hours. Please check the bulletin to see when someone will be in the office to assist you. Neil is on leave for a few days, returning on Wednesday. * '''Spring Clean - '''The pre fete spring clean will be happening this coming Saturday 10 October from 8:30am to 12 noon. The focus will be windows, gardens and carpets. All help, even for part of the morning would be much appreciated. |
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GWUC Headlines for w/e 2 June 2016
January Services - A reminder that throughout January we will have one Combined Service each week at 10am.
2016 Rosters - Please check the letter rack for any Rosters which might have your name on them. There are also some magazines, cards and letters which need collecting so please make sure none of them belong to you.
Office Hours - Make sure you check the bulletin for the hours the office is open over the next two weeks as these will differ from normal.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 December 2015
Rosters - The 2016 Rosters for Cleaning and Morning Tea can be collected from the letter rack. The 2016 Flower roster is now on the office counter. Please indicate if you are happy to continue in 2016 and if there are times you will be unavailable. New volunteers are always welcome.
Christmas Bowl - We are again supporting Act for Peace Christmas Bowl Appeal this year. Envelopes are available on the Stewards Table if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile cause.
January Services - A reminder that this Sunday and throughout January we will have one Combined Service each week at 10am.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 December 2015
Today - Sunday 20 December - Carols on Kingsway All are welcome to Carols on Kingsway to be held on Sunday 20 December at 7.30pm. Come along and enjoy a great night.
Wesley Mission Food for Families - A Food for Families box can be found inside both our entry doors. Please leave non-perishable food or toiletries donations in support of this appeal. This is another way we can support those who do not have the means to celebrate Christmas the way that many others can.
Rosters - The 2016 Rosters for Cleaning and Morning Tea can be collected from the letter rack. The 2016 Flower roster is now on the office counter. Please indicate if you are happy to continue in 2016 and if there are times you will be unavailable. New volunteers are always welcome.
Christmas Cards - Christmas Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 for a packet of 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and Ryder-Chesire Foundation.
Christmas Bowl - We are again supporting Act for Peace Christmas Bowl Appeal this year. Envelopes are available on the Stewards Table if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile cause.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 December 2015
Sunday 13 December - At the 9.15am Service the children will participate in brining a message to the congregation, sharing what they have done in Term 4. After the 11am Iona Advent Service (involving Uniting Voices) there will be a light lunch available for those who wish to stay and attend the Seniors’ Carol Service. The Carol Service commences at 2.30pm and involves Free Spirit. This will be followed by afternoon team. All are welcome.
Rob Gotch’s 20 Years of Ordination - Sunday 13 December - Surrey Hills Uniting Church will acknowledge Rob Gotch’s 20 years of ordination after the service on Sunday 13 December, soon after 11am. This is a low key morning tea but any of Rob’s friends from Glen Waverley are very welcome.
Empty Christmas Tree - Gifts for all ages are invited for the Empty Christmas Tree. Please do not wrap your gift. So that gifts can be distributed in time for Christmas, please leave your gift by Thursday December 17.
Christmas Cards - Christmas Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 for a packet of 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and the Ryder-Cheshire Foundation.
Christmas Bowl - We are again supporting Act for Peace Christmas Bowl Appeal this year. Envelopes are available on the Stewards Table if you would like to contribute to this worthwhile cause.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 December 2015
Club 2015 - Sunday 6 December - Club 2015 will meet for lunch after the 11am Service on Sunday 6 December. Please feel free to bring a plate to share with others.
NewView December Issue - Monday December 7 - Deadline Contributions for the December Issue of NewView are due by Monday 7 December. These can be emailed to Robin Pope or left at the Church Office. The theme for this issue is Journeying.
Rob Gotch’s 20 Years of Ordination - Sunday 13 December - Surrey Hills Uniting Church will acknowledge Rob Gotch’s 20 years of ordination after the service on Sunday 13 December, soon after 11am. This is a low key morning tea but any of Rob’s friends from Glen Waverley are very welcome.
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 13 December. Enquiries: Peter Anderson or the Church Office.
Empty Christmas Tree - Gifts for all ages are invited for the Empty Christmas Tree. Please do not wrap your gift. So that gifts can be distributed in time for Christmas, please leave your gift by Wednesday December 16.
Christmas Cards - Christmas Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 for a packet of 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and the Ryder-Cheshire Foundation.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 28 November 2015
Combined Service and Christmas Lunch - Sunday 29 November at 10am A reminder that this Sunday is a 10am Combined Service followed by Christmas lunch.
Remembrance Service - Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm - The Remembrance Service for this year will be held on Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm. This is a quiet, reflective service and a time to remember those who are not with us. All are welcome.
NewView December Issue - Monday December 7 Deadline - Contributions for the December Issue of NewView are due by Monday 7 December. These can be emailed to Robin Pope at [email protected] or left at the Church Office. The theme for this issue is Journeying.
Empty Christmas Tree - Gifts for all ages are invited for the Empty Christmas Tree. Please do not wrap your gift. So that gifts can be distributed in time for Christmas, please leave your gift by Wednesday December 17.
Advent Letters - Please collect your Advent letter from the table in the foyer.
Christmas Cards Christmas - Cards are available from the Church Office. Cards start at $7 a packet for 10 and proceeds go to UCA Share and the Ryder-Chesire Foundation.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 21 November 2015
Congregational Meeting - Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm - Our next Congregational Meeting will be held on Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm. The key agenda items will include Approval of the 2016 Budget, Introduction to the Safe Church Concerns Person and a report from the Faith Development Missional Group. Copies of the previous minutes, and current agenda can be found on the wiki at the following addresses:-
Children’s Christmas Photos at The Hub - Monday 23, Tuesday 24 & Wednesday 25 November at 10am - Bring your children or grandchildren to dress up as Mary, Joseph, shepherds, wise men or angels and have their photo taken. Dress-ups will be available to use.
Combined Service and Christmas Lunch - Sunday 29 November at 10am - A reminder that next Sunday is a 10am Combined Service followed by a delicious Christmas lunch. Please complete the form on the Stewards Table today to register for lunch.
Remembrance Service - Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm - The Remembrance Service for this year will beheld on Tuesday 1 December at 7.30pm. This is a quiet, reflective service and a time to remember those who are not with us. All are welcome.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 November 2015
Congratulations to our Glen Waverley Interchurch Council members! At the AGM on Wednesday night, JanClear was elected President, and JohnHurst continues as Treasurer. Just because GW Uniting Church now dominates the new management team does NOT mean that we discourage new members! There is always a place for interested volunteers to help us with the work of the Interchurch Council. Visit http://glenwaverleychurches.org/news.xml to see Jan being handed the reins.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 November 2015
Commissioning of Nancye Cottrell - Sunday 8 November at 9.15am & 4.30pm At both our 9.15am and 4.30pm services on Sunday we will be Commissioning Nancye Cottrell in her new role with Children and Families. Please join with us at this time.
COP Presentations - Sunday 15 November at 9.15am At the 9.15am service next Sunday the congregation will present the 2015 COP grants to the approved recipients following the success of our fete last month. After all the hard work of the fete it will be wonderful to give grants to the six worthy projects.
Congregational Meeting - Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm Our next Congregational Meeting will be held on Tuesday 24 November at 7.45pm. The key agenda items will include approval of the 2015 budget, introduction to the Safe Church Concerns Person and a report from the Faith Development Missional Group. Please put this date in your diaries now
GWUC Headlines for w/e 31 October 2015
Ping-Pong-A-Thon - Friday 30 October at 6pm - All are invited to participate in this 24-hour event. All funds raised will benefit those being trafficked in the South-east Asian region.
Is Australia Doing Enough? - Sunday 1 November at 3pm - Join us at High Street Road Uniting Church and hear renowned advocate Julian Burnside speak about the plight of Asylum Seekers looking for a safe homeland to resettle in.
Campaign for Australian Aid - Wednesday 4 November at 7.30pm - Please join us for this Monash Forum at 7.30pm at Clayton Church of Christ. Speakers include Anna Burke (Member for Chisholm) and Matthew Maury (TEAR Australia). There will be a time for questions and open discussion as well as a light supper. All are welcome.
Quiet Day for Reflection - Sunday 7 November at 10am - All members of the congregation and friends are invited to join us at Cornish College for a quiet day of reflection. The day will be based on the monastic system of prayer, study, meditation and work. If you are interested in attending please collect a flyer from the Stewards Table and add your name to the list on the office counter.
Fete Lost and Found - While sorting through books after the fete a USB stick was found containing travel photos. If you believe this might belong to you, please contact the Church Office.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 October 2015
Pleasant Sunday Afternoon - Sunday 25 October at 2.30pm - Celebrating Community - A Monash Seniors Festival Event to be held here at Glen Waverley. You are invited to share a programme of music, readings, poetry and reflection including afternoon tea.
Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub - Thursday 29 October at 10am - Come and share morning tea with our seniors who help in our community. All ages welcome. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease.
Ping-Pong-A-Thon - Friday 30 October at 6pm - All are invited to participate in this 24-hour event. All funds raised will benefit those being trafficked in the South-east Asian region.
Quiet Day for Reflection - Saturday 7 November at 10am - All members of the congregation and friends are invited to join us at Cornish College for a quiet day or reflection. The day will be based on the monastic system of prayer, study, meditation and work. If you are interested in attending please collect a flyer from the Stewards Table and add your name to the list on the office counter.
Fete - Lost and Found While sorting through books after the fete a USB stick was found containing travel photos. If you believe this might belong to you please contact the Church Office.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 17 October 2015
Church Fete - Saturday 17 October from 8.30am - Don’t forget the fete … looking forward to seeing you there.
West Papuan Dinner - Saturday 24 October at 6pm - St Luke’s Uniting Church are inviting anyone interested to a West Papuan three-course dinner with entertainment and guest speaker. Cost: $25. Neil and Lynn are going if others would like to join them. See the Outreach noticeboard for further details.
Pleasant Sunday Afternoon - Sunday 25 October at 2.30pm - Celebrating Community - A Monash Seniors Festival Event to be held here at Glen Waverley. You are invited to share a programme of music, readings, poetry and reflection followed by afternoon tea.
Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub - Thursday 29 October at 10am - Come and share morning tea with our seniors who help in our community. All ages welcome. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease.
Quiet Day for Reflection - Saturday 7 November at 10am - All members of the congregation and friends are invited to join us at Cornish College for a quiet day of reflection. The day will be based on the monastic system of prayer, study, meditation and work. If you are interested in attending please collect a flyer from the Steward’s Table and add your name to the list on the office counter.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 Oct 2015
Cake Stall - Fete - The UCAF would appreciate donation of cakes for the cake stall at our fete. If you bring the cakes on Friday, please ensure they are labelled with your name and phone number. Donations to the Cake Stall can also be made through the bakeless envelopes available on the Office counter. Ingredient lists are also available on the counter.
Fete - Local Trader Vouchers - Support the fete by pre-purchasing one or more of the 50+ vouchers donated by local traders to the silent auction. See weekly bulletin for details of vouchers available.
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 w/e 3 Oct 2015
The latest Presbytery Newsletter is available.
The list of vouchers donated to the silent auction at the fete, and available to the congregation to purchase at face value is available here.
Daylight saving this weekend! Please note that Daylight Saving commences this weekend. Don’t forget to put your clocks forward one hour on Saturday night!
Fete – Leaflet Delivery. If you have volunteered to deliver leaflets for the Fete, please collect your leaflets from the table in the church foyer. The leaflets need to be delivered by Sunday 11 October.
Fete - Local Trader Vouchers. Support the fete by pre-purchasing one or more of the 50+ vouchers donated by local traders to the silent auction. See weekly bulletin for details of vouchers available
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.
Team Leave - Heather is on leave from 21 September to 9 October. During this time the office will be open reduced hours. Please check the bulletin to see when someone will be in the office to assist you. Neil is on leave for a few days, returning on Wednesday.
Spring Clean - The pre fete spring clean will be happening this coming Saturday 10 October from 8:30am to 12 noon. The focus will be windows, gardens and carpets. All help, even for part of the morning would be much appreciated.
Previous news items are available here