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| = GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 September 2015 = * '''Fete Leaflet Delivery - '''If you have volunteered to deliver leaflets for the Fete, please collect your leaflets from the table in the church foyer. |
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| * '''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. | Previous news items are available [[PreviousNewsItems|here]] |
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| * '''Outreach Forum - 27 September - '''The next Outreach Forum is this Sunday 27 September. The speaker is from Whitelion Open Family who provide a range of outreach services to young people experiencing high complex needs. All are welcome. Please add your name to the list on the office window. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 September 2016 = * Links mentiond 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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| * '''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. | = 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. |
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| = GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 September 2015 = * '''This Sunday - 20 September''' - Church Council Commissioning - During our services this week we will be Commissioning the newly elected Church Councillors / Elders. Each person will be commissioned at the service of worship they normally attend. * '''Next Sunday - 20 September''' - Two-way Broadcast with Beeac - During the 9.15am Service next week we will be sharing in a two-way broadcast with Beeac. Rev Neil Peters will be in Beeac with the technical team and Alanee Hearnshaw will be at Glen Waverley. * '''Outreach Forum - 27 September''' - The next Outreach Forum is at 12noon on Sunday 27 September. The speaker is from Whitelion Open Family who provide a range of outreach services to young people experiencing high complex needs. All are welcome. Please add your name to the list on the office window. * '''Team Leave''' - Heather will be 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.GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 September 2015 |
* '''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. |
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| = GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 September 2015 = * '''This Sunday - 13 September - Material Aid Offering''' - The Material AId Offering for this month is for the work of the RSPCA. The RSPCA are particularly looking for towels, blankets, flat sheets, pillow cases, face washers, old newspapers, pet accessories, food and water bowls, animal cages and carriers, bedding and pet or baby playpens. |
= 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. |
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| * '''This Sunday - 13 September - Rev Paul Bartlett - Uniting World''' - Rev Paul Bartlett from Uniting World will speak at the 8am, 9.15am and 11am Services today about the work of Uniting World. | = 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. |
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| * '''This Sunday - 13 September @ 2pm - ‘Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea’''' - Join us at 2pm for a screening of this 52 minute documentary which looks at the circumstances and decisions that lead someone to become a ‘boat person’. Light refreshments will be served following the presentation. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 27 August 2016 = * '''Outreach Forum – Sunday 28 August at 12noon - '''<<BR>>You are invited to share in this Outreach Forum to hear Jacquie and Michael Tolhurst speak of their experience volunteering in Nepal. Please sign up at the office window to help with catering. Cost: $5. * '''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. * '''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. <<BR>>Please let Alanee ( [email protected] ) know if you would like to help us with this community event. * '''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. <<BR>>For more details see Sue Morgan, Murray Lowe or Cliff Baker. * '''Glen Waverley Secondary College Breakfast Volunteers Needed - '''We are looking for a team of volunteers to again serve pancakes for breakfast to the students at Glen Waverley Secondary College on Thursday mornings, starting at 7.30am and finishing around 9am. Contact Alanee if you would like to be involved in this ministry. |
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| * '''NewView Deadline''' - Your contributions for the next edition of NewView are due by Monday 14 September. The theme for this issue is ‘Renewal’. Email contributions to [email protected] or leave it with Heather in the office. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 20 August 2016 = * '''Outreach Forum – Sunday 28 August at 12noon - '''You are invited to share in this Outreach Forum to hear Jacquie and Michael Tolhurst speak of their experience volunteering in Nepal. Please sign up at the office window to help with catering. Cost: $5. * '''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. * '''Glen Waverley Secondary College Breakfast Volunteers Needed - '''We are looking for a team of volunteers to again serve pancakes for breakfast to the students at Glen Waverley Secondary College on Thursday mornings, starting at 7.30am and finishing around 9am. Contact Alanee if you would like to be involved in this ministry. * '''UnitingCare Volunteers - '''Bessy Androitis of UnitingCare VicTas is looking for persons in the congregation who volunteer at a UnitingCare agency and are prepared to share their volunteering experience. Please contact David Morgan or [email protected] if you can help. * '''Planned Giving Letters - '''These are available from the table in the Foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. Please check name and address details carefully and advise the Office of any changes necessary. * '''Ministry Team News - '''Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. |
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| = GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 September 2015 = * '''Sunday 6 September at 2.30pm - Musical Showcase Fundraiser ''' - All are welcome to attend Glen Waverley Uniting Church Sunday at 2.30pm where you will be treated to an afternoon of pleasant music. Jacob Davey and others are holding this event to support not for profit organisations working in Kenya and Uganda. Entry is by donation (suggested $15 Adults and $10 Concession). A light afternoon tea will follow. |
= GWUC Headlines for w/e 13 August 2016 = * '''RSPCA Cupcake Morning Tea at The Hub - Wednesday 17 August at 10am -''' On Wednesday 17 August there will be a special morning tea at The Hub from10am until 12noon. Come and enjoy the morning tea with family and friends. All donations will go to support the work of the RSPCA. * '''Glen Waverley Secondary College Breakfast Volunteers Needed -''' We are looking for a team of volunteers to again serve pancakes for breakfast to the students at Glen Waverley Secondary College on Thursday mornings, starting at 7.30am and finishing around 9am. Contact Alanee if you would like to be involved in this ministry. * '''With Love to the World -''' The new edition is now available in the letter rack. There are a few booklets still available. Please ask at the office if you are interested. * '''Planned Giving Letters -''' These are available from the table in the foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. Please check name and address details carefully and advise the office of any changes necessary. * '''Ministry Team News -''' Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. |
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| * '''Sunday 13 September - Material Aid Offering''' - The Material Aid Offering for this month is for the work of the RSPCA. Please see the Monthly Bulletin for details of requested items. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 6 August 2016 = * A copy of the poem '''Faith''', mentioned at 9:15 this morning, can be found [[https://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=1006050430207|here.]] * '''Club 2016 – Sunday August 7 -''' Please note Club 2016 will meet on Sunday after the 11am Service. All are welcome. * '''Rev Julian Hamilton – Space to Breathe Project -''' Last month Julian Hamilton make mention of the project he is working on called Space to Breathe. This involves bringing Irish, Israeli and Palestinian young people together for engagement and peace building. He has a funding shortfall and invited individuals to contribute if they would like to support this initiative. You are able to donate via the attached website, or via cash left at the office. Cash cannot be receipted and needs to be in the office by Monday 8 August. The web address to donate is [[http://www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44|www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44]]. * '''With Love to the World -''' The new edition is now available in the letter rack. There are a few booklets still available. Please ask at the office if you are interested. * '''Planned Giving Letters -''' These are available from the table in the Foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. Please check name and address details carefully and advice the Office of any changes necessary. * '''Ministry Team News -''' Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. |
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| * '''Appointment of Children & Families Co-ordinator''' - At the Congregational meeting it was announced that Nancye Cottrell has been appointed to the position of Children and Families Co-ordinator commencing 28 September, 2015. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 July 2016 = * '''Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 30 July at 5pm -''' The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday 30 July 2016 at 5pm. Entry to the clubhouse is from Highvale Primary School car park at the end of Ashton and Plymouth Streets, Glen Waverley. * '''Special Congregational Meeting - Sunday 31 July at 10.30am -''' Presbytery have requested an opportunity to talk with the congregation in regards to Uniting Church process when a complaint is made, in light of a current issue. A special meeting of the congregation for this purpose will be held at 10.30am on Sunday 31 July. * '''Rev Julian Hamilton - Space to Breathe Project -''' Last Sunday Julian Hamilton made mention of the project he is working on called Space to Breathe. This involves brining Irish, Israeli and Palestinian young people together for engagement and peace building. He has a funding shortfall and invited individuals to contribute if they would like to support this initiative. You are able to donate via the attached website, of via cash left at the office. Cash cannot be receipted and needs to be in the office by Monday 8 August. The web address to donate is [[http://www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44|www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44]]. * '''Ministry Team News -''' Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July. |
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| * '''Church Council / Elder Elections''' - All seven candidates have been successful in our recent Church Council / Elder elections. Congratulations to Aaron Blakemore, Helen Stewart, David Morgan, Amy Spark, Angel Shea, Mark Easton and Judy Lowe. Thanks to all candidates for their willingness to serve our congregation. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 23 July 2016 = * The link for funding the program that Julian Hamilton spoke about this morning is https://www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44 * '''Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 30 July''' - The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday 30 July 2016 at 5pm. Entry to the clubhouse is from the Highvale Primary School car park at the end of Ashton and Plymouth Streets, Glen Waverley. * '''Special Congregational Meeting - Sunday 31 July at 10.30am - '''Presbytery have requested an opportunity to talk with the congregation in regards to Uniting Church process when a complaint is made, in light of a current issue. A special meeting of the congregation for this purpose will be held at 10.30am on Sunday 31 July. * '''Eco Task Group - '''Church Council is seeking environmentally minded people to join an Eco task group with the aim of GWUC achieving certification under the 5 Leaf Eco-awards program (https://fiveleafecoawards.org/). If you want to help make the church greener (though it is already pretty green) and have our achievements in this area recognized, please contact either: * Amy Spark Eichenbaum ( [email protected] ) or * Aaron Blakemore ( [email protected] ) The task group will be made up of people from the congregation, property committee and the communications committee as well as church council. Council anticipate this being a six month project and a significant part of the task group’s work will involve connecting with the wider Kingsway community. We are hoping to have our first meeting by the end of July. * '''Ministry Team News - '''Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July. |
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| = GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 Aug 2015 = * '''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 CongregationMeetingReports and the minutes of the last meeting can be found at CongMeetingMinutes20150310 For those without wiki access, printed copies of the minutes and agenda are on the Stewards Table. Please contact Warren Greenwood or the Church Office if you have any questions. |
= GWUC Headlines for w/e 16 July 2016 = * '''Combined Service followed by a Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July at 10am''': On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Worship Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. Following the meeting there will be a sausage and salad lunch (cost $5). The report of the last meeting of the congregation and the agenda for this meeting are available at: http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongregationMeetingReports. Printed copies of the agenda are also available on the Stewards Table. * '''Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 30 July''': The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday 30 July 2016 at 5pm. Entry to the clubhouse is from the Highvale Primary School car park at the end of Ashton and Plymouth Streets, Glen Waverley. * '''Eco Task Group:''' Church Council is seeking environmentally minded people to join an Eco task group with the aim of GWUC achieving certification under the 5 Leaf Eco-awards program (https://fiveleafecoawards.org/). If you want to help make the church greener (though it is already pretty green) and have our achievements in this area recognized, please contact either:- Amy Spark Eichenbaum ( [email protected] ) or Aaron Blakemore ( [email protected] ). The task group will be made up of people from the congregation, property committee and the communications committee as well as church council. Council anticipate this being a six month project and a significant part of the task group’s work will involve connecting with the wider Kingsway community. We are hoping to have our first meeting by the end of July. * '''Ministry Team News:''' Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July. |
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| * '''Ministry to Seniors''' A reminder that Alison Clarkson will be on leave from Sunday 30 August until Tuesday 3 November. In her absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating Ministry to Seniors, with assistance from Jan Clear. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 9 July 2016 = * '''Material Aid Offering – Toys for Timor – 10 July: '''Your donations of small second hand (or new!) toys for very poorly resourced kindergartens in Baguia, Timor-Leste will be gratefully received. Donations can be left in the basket near the church library or brought along to any services on July 10. They will be delivered in person with Judy and Murray visit in August. * '''Senior Service of Praise – 10 July at 2.30pm: '''All are welcome to attend this service organised by Ministry to Seniors. Free Spirit will lead the singing and afternoon tea will be held after the service. * '''Combined Service followed by a Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July at 10am: '''On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Worship Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. Following the meeting there will be a sausage and salad lunch (cost $5). To assist with catering please add your name to the list on the office counter if you plan to attend. The report of the last meeting of the congregation and the agenda for this meeting are available at: http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongregationMeetingReports. Printed copies are also available on the Stewards Table. * '''Ministry Team News: '''Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July. * '''Free Spirit’s Latest CD: '''Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities. |
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| = GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 Aug 2015 = * '''Church Council Elections - This 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 July 2016 = * '''Senior Service of Praise – 10 July at 2.30pm''' - All are welcome to attend this service organised by Ministry to Seniors. Free Spirit will lead the singing and afternoon tea will be held after the service. * '''Combined Service followed by a Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July at 10am''' - On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Worship Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. An agenda for the meeting of the congregation will be available soon, but please note these arrangements in your diary now. Following the meeting there will be a sausage and salad lunch (cost $5). To assist with catering please add your name to the list on the office counter if you plan to attend. * '''Ministry Team News''' - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July. Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. * '''Free Spirit’s Latest CD''' - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities. |
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| * '''Cross Cultural Ministry Seminar - This Sunday - 23 Aug 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 1.30pm - 4pm. This is an initiative in support of our vision. We would be delighted to have a great roll up. For more information please see the details in the August monthly bulletin. | = GWUC Headlines for w/e 25 June 2016 = * '''Keep The Date – Combined Service and Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July - '''On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. An agenda for the meeting of the congregation will be available soon, but please note these arrangements in your diary now. * '''Ministry Team News - '''Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July.Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. * '''Free Spirit’s Latest CD - '''Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities. |
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| * '''Congregational Meeting - Sunday 30 Aug 2015''' Following the 10am Combined Worship there will be a Congregational Meeting at 11.30am on Sunday August 30, prior to lunch at 12.30pm, to discuss matters detailed in the Weekly Bulletin. An agenda can be found on the wiki at CongregationMeetingReports and the minutes of the last meeting can be found at CongMeetingMinutes20150310 For those without wiki access, printed copies of the minutes and agenda are now on the Stewards Table. Please contact Warren Greenwood or the Church Office if you have any questions. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 Aug 2015 = * '''Church Council Elections - Sunday 23 Aug 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. * '''Congregational Meeting - Sunday 30 Aug 2015''' Following the 10am Combined Worship there will be a Congregational Meeting at 11.30am on Sunday 30 Aug 2015, prior to lunch at 12.30pm, to discuss matters detailed in the weekly bulletin. An agenda can be found on the wiki at CongregationMeetingReports and the minutes of the last meeting can be found at CongMeetingMinutes20150310. Please contact WarrenGreenwood or the Church Office if you have any questions. * '''Senior Seminar - Friday 21 Aug 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 AlisonClarkson for more details. '''Cross Cultural''' * '''Ministry Seminar - Sunday 23 Aug 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 Aug 2015 1.30 - 4pm. This is an initiative in support of our vision. More details in the monthly bulletin. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 Aug 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 Aug 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 Aug 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. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 Aug 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. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 18 Jul 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. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 Jul 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). = 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 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. = 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 18 June 2016 = * '''Anniversary Service – Sunday 19 June at 10am''' - A reminder that all are invited to attend the Church Anniversary next Sunday. There will be a combined service at 10am followed by a luncheon. * '''Ivan’s Pies – Tuesday 21 June''' - Please collect Pie Orders from the Church Hall on Tuesday 21 June between 1.30pm and 5pm. * '''Ministry Team News''' - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July. * '''Free Spirit’s Latest CD - '''Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities. * '''Can you help?''' - A member of the congregation is in need of some assistance. If you are able to loan an average sized caravan for two months please contact the Church Office. The individual is happy to discuss loan charges. |
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GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 September 2016
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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
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 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 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 SeptemberHeather 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.
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 w/e 27 August 2016
Outreach Forum – Sunday 28 August at 12noon -
You are invited to share in this Outreach Forum to hear Jacquie and Michael Tolhurst speak of their experience volunteering in Nepal. Please sign up at the office window to help with catering. Cost: $5.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.
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.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.Glen Waverley Secondary College Breakfast Volunteers Needed - We are looking for a team of volunteers to again serve pancakes for breakfast to the students at Glen Waverley Secondary College on Thursday mornings, starting at 7.30am and finishing around 9am. Contact Alanee if you would like to be involved in this ministry.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 20 August 2016
Outreach Forum – Sunday 28 August at 12noon - You are invited to share in this Outreach Forum to hear Jacquie and Michael Tolhurst speak of their experience volunteering in Nepal. Please sign up at the office window to help with catering. Cost: $5.
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.
Glen Waverley Secondary College Breakfast Volunteers Needed - We are looking for a team of volunteers to again serve pancakes for breakfast to the students at Glen Waverley Secondary College on Thursday mornings, starting at 7.30am and finishing around 9am. Contact Alanee if you would like to be involved in this ministry.
UnitingCare Volunteers - Bessy Androitis of UnitingCare VicTas is looking for persons in the congregation who volunteer at a UnitingCare agency and are prepared to share their volunteering experience. Please contact David Morgan or [email protected] if you can help.
Planned Giving Letters - These are available from the table in the Foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. Please check name and address details carefully and advise the Office of any changes necessary.
Ministry Team News - Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 13 August 2016
RSPCA Cupcake Morning Tea at The Hub - Wednesday 17 August at 10am - On Wednesday 17 August there will be a special morning tea at The Hub from10am until 12noon. Come and enjoy the morning tea with family and friends. All donations will go to support the work of the RSPCA.
Glen Waverley Secondary College Breakfast Volunteers Needed - We are looking for a team of volunteers to again serve pancakes for breakfast to the students at Glen Waverley Secondary College on Thursday mornings, starting at 7.30am and finishing around 9am. Contact Alanee if you would like to be involved in this ministry.
With Love to the World - The new edition is now available in the letter rack. There are a few booklets still available. Please ask at the office if you are interested.
Planned Giving Letters - These are available from the table in the foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. Please check name and address details carefully and advise the office of any changes necessary.
Ministry Team News - Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 6 August 2016
A copy of the poem Faith, mentioned at 9:15 this morning, can be found here.
Club 2016 – Sunday August 7 - Please note Club 2016 will meet on Sunday after the 11am Service. All are welcome.
Rev Julian Hamilton – Space to Breathe Project - Last month Julian Hamilton make mention of the project he is working on called Space to Breathe. This involves bringing Irish, Israeli and Palestinian young people together for engagement and peace building. He has a funding shortfall and invited individuals to contribute if they would like to support this initiative. You are able to donate via the attached website, or via cash left at the office. Cash cannot be receipted and needs to be in the office by Monday 8 August. The web address to donate is www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44.
With Love to the World - The new edition is now available in the letter rack. There are a few booklets still available. Please ask at the office if you are interested.
Planned Giving Letters - These are available from the table in the Foyer. Please check and take yours and any you can deliver. Please check name and address details carefully and advice the Office of any changes necessary.
Ministry Team News - Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 July 2016
Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 30 July at 5pm - The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday 30 July 2016 at 5pm. Entry to the clubhouse is from Highvale Primary School car park at the end of Ashton and Plymouth Streets, Glen Waverley.
Special Congregational Meeting - Sunday 31 July at 10.30am - Presbytery have requested an opportunity to talk with the congregation in regards to Uniting Church process when a complaint is made, in light of a current issue. A special meeting of the congregation for this purpose will be held at 10.30am on Sunday 31 July.
Rev Julian Hamilton - Space to Breathe Project - Last Sunday Julian Hamilton made mention of the project he is working on called Space to Breathe. This involves brining Irish, Israeli and Palestinian young people together for engagement and peace building. He has a funding shortfall and invited individuals to contribute if they would like to support this initiative. You are able to donate via the attached website, of via cash left at the office. Cash cannot be receipted and needs to be in the office by Monday 8 August. The web address to donate is www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44.
Ministry Team News - Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 23 July 2016
The link for funding the program that Julian Hamilton spoke about this morning is https://www.gofundme.com/2ed8mj44
Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 30 July - The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday 30 July 2016 at 5pm. Entry to the clubhouse is from the Highvale Primary School car park at the end of Ashton and Plymouth Streets, Glen Waverley.
Special Congregational Meeting - Sunday 31 July at 10.30am - Presbytery have requested an opportunity to talk with the congregation in regards to Uniting Church process when a complaint is made, in light of a current issue. A special meeting of the congregation for this purpose will be held at 10.30am on Sunday 31 July.
Eco Task Group - Church Council is seeking environmentally minded people to join an Eco task group with the aim of GWUC achieving certification under the 5 Leaf Eco-awards program (https://fiveleafecoawards.org/). If you want to help make the church greener (though it is already pretty green) and have our achievements in this area recognized, please contact either:
Amy Spark Eichenbaum ( [email protected] ) or
Aaron Blakemore ( [email protected] )
Ministry Team News - Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 16 July 2016
Combined Service followed by a Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July at 10am: On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Worship Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. Following the meeting there will be a sausage and salad lunch (cost $5). The report of the last meeting of the congregation and the agenda for this meeting are available at: http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongregationMeetingReports. Printed copies of the agenda are also available on the Stewards Table.
Tennis Club AGM - Saturday 30 July: The Annual General Meeting of the Uniting Church Glen Waverley Tennis Club will be held in the clubhouse on Saturday 30 July 2016 at 5pm. Entry to the clubhouse is from the Highvale Primary School car park at the end of Ashton and Plymouth Streets, Glen Waverley.
Eco Task Group: Church Council is seeking environmentally minded people to join an Eco task group with the aim of GWUC achieving certification under the 5 Leaf Eco-awards program (https://fiveleafecoawards.org/). If you want to help make the church greener (though it is already pretty green) and have our achievements in this area recognized, please contact either:- Amy Spark Eichenbaum ( [email protected] ) or Aaron Blakemore ( [email protected] ). The task group will be made up of people from the congregation, property committee and the communications committee as well as church council. Council anticipate this being a six month project and a significant part of the task group’s work will involve connecting with the wider Kingsway community. We are hoping to have our first meeting by the end of July.
Ministry Team News: Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 9 July 2016
Material Aid Offering – Toys for Timor – 10 July: Your donations of small second hand (or new!) toys for very poorly resourced kindergartens in Baguia, Timor-Leste will be gratefully received. Donations can be left in the basket near the church library or brought along to any services on July 10. They will be delivered in person with Judy and Murray visit in August.
Senior Service of Praise – 10 July at 2.30pm: All are welcome to attend this service organised by Ministry to Seniors. Free Spirit will lead the singing and afternoon tea will be held after the service.
Combined Service followed by a Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July at 10am: On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Worship Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. Following the meeting there will be a sausage and salad lunch (cost $5). To assist with catering please add your name to the list on the office counter if you plan to attend. The report of the last meeting of the congregation and the agenda for this meeting are available at: http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CongregationMeetingReports. Printed copies are also available on the Stewards Table.
Ministry Team News: Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors. Alanee Hearnshaw will also be on leave from 10 July to 31 July.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD: Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 2 July 2016
Senior Service of Praise – 10 July at 2.30pm - All are welcome to attend this service organised by Ministry to Seniors. Free Spirit will lead the singing and afternoon tea will be held after the service.
Combined Service followed by a Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July at 10am - On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Worship Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. An agenda for the meeting of the congregation will be available soon, but please note these arrangements in your diary now. Following the meeting there will be a sausage and salad lunch (cost $5). To assist with catering please add your name to the list on the office counter if you plan to attend.
Ministry Team News - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July. Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 25 June 2016
Keep The Date – Combined Service and Meeting of the Congregation – 17 July - On Sunday 17 July there will be a Combined Service at 10am followed by a Meeting of the Congregation at 11.30am. An agenda for the meeting of the congregation will be available soon, but please note these arrangements in your diary now.
Ministry Team News - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July.Alison Clarkson will be away from Monday 11 July to Friday 9 September. In Alison’s absence Elwyn Pederson will be coordinating the Ministry to Seniors.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 18 June 2016
Anniversary Service – Sunday 19 June at 10am - A reminder that all are invited to attend the Church Anniversary next Sunday. There will be a combined service at 10am followed by a luncheon.
Ivan’s Pies – Tuesday 21 June - Please collect Pie Orders from the Church Hall on Tuesday 21 June between 1.30pm and 5pm.
Ministry Team News - Rev Neil Peters will take annual leave from Thursday 23 June returning to work Wednesday 6 July.
Free Spirit’s Latest CD - Free Spirit’s latest CD, A Spirit for all Seasons, is now available for $20. Please contact the Church Office if you would like to purchase one or more copies. All proceeds from the CD’s will go to support the Church’s programmes and activities.
Can you help? - A member of the congregation is in need of some assistance. If you are able to loan an average sized caravan for two months please contact the Church Office. The individual is happy to discuss loan charges.
Previous news items are available here