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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 November 2105 =
 * '''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.
= GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 January 2016 =
 * '''Office Assistant role'''. Advertisement and Position decription are available [[OfficeAssistantRole|here.]]
 * '''COP thanks.''' We have received a thank you and pictures from Odyssey House, available [[CopReport2015Odyssey|here.]]
 * '''January Services.''' A reminder that throughout January we will have one Combined Service each week at 10am.
 * '''Volunteers Needed to Deliver Leaflets for Used Book Sale.''' Please add your name to the list on the office counter if you can help to deliver leaflets between 14-26 February to promote our Used Book Sale. If you delivered leaflets for last years’s Used Book Sale, please tick or cross of your name on the list, depending on whether you can assist again this year. Enquiries: Peter Anderson 0411 123 253
 * '''Lenten Study.''' Lenten Studies for 2016 will be commencing the week beginning Sunday 14 February, and running for 5 weeks. If you are interested in participating in the study, please add your name and available times to the list on the office counter. Please see the weekly bulletin for information about how to purchase a study book.
 * '''Office Hours 2016.''' Church Council has approved a change in office hours and staffing arrangements will effect from early February 2016. In 2016 the Office will be open from 10am until 2pm daily. The Office Manager role will be come a part time position for three days per week covering the open hours and additional time to complete administration tasks. A new casual role of Office Assistant will be created to work during the open hours for the remaining two days per week.
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 * '''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. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 9 January 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.
 * '''Newsbeat - '''Copies of the latest edition of Newsbeat (Newsletter for the Presbytery of Port Phillip East) are available on the Stewards Table.
 * '''Office Hours -''' During the week of Monday 11 to Friday 15 January, Heather is on leave. During this time the office will be open between the hours of 12noon and 2pm each day.
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 * '''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 2 January 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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= 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.
 * '''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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 * '''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. = 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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 * '''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. = 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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 * '''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.  * '''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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 * '''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.  * '''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 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.
 * '''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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 * '''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.  * '''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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 * '''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. = 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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 * '''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.

= 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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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 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

= 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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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 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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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 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.
 * '''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 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.
 * '''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.
 * '''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.

Previous news items are available [[PreviousNewsItems|here]]

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 * '''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 f

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GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 January 2016

  • Office Assistant role. Advertisement and Position decription are available here.

  • COP thanks. We have received a thank you and pictures from Odyssey House, available here.

  • January Services. A reminder that throughout January we will have one Combined Service each week at 10am.

  • Volunteers Needed to Deliver Leaflets for Used Book Sale. Please add your name to the list on the office counter if you can help to deliver leaflets between 14-26 February to promote our Used Book Sale. If you delivered leaflets for last years’s Used Book Sale, please tick or cross of your name on the list, depending on whether you can assist again this year. Enquiries: Peter Anderson 0411 123 253

  • Lenten Study. Lenten Studies for 2016 will be commencing the week beginning Sunday 14 February, and running for 5 weeks. If you are interested in participating in the study, please add your name and available times to the list on the office counter. Please see the weekly bulletin for information about how to purchase a study book.

  • Office Hours 2016. Church Council has approved a change in office hours and staffing arrangements will effect from early February 2016. In 2016 the Office will be open from 10am until 2pm daily. The Office Manager role will be come a part time position for three days per week covering the open hours and additional time to complete administration tasks. A new casual role of Office Assistant will be created to work during the open hours for the remaining two days per week.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 9 January 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.

  • Newsbeat - Copies of the latest edition of Newsbeat (Newsletter for the Presbytery of Port Phillip East) are available on the Stewards Table.

  • Office Hours - During the week of Monday 11 to Friday 15 January, Heather is on leave. During this time the office will be open between the hours of 12noon and 2pm each day.

GWUC Headlines for w/e 2 January 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 f

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