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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 27 Jul 2013 = * The Hub Muffin Morning is coming this coming Thursday Aug 30th, 10am to noon. See TheHub * Nomination forms for the new Church Council are on the Stewards table. Nominations close 7 Aug. Elections at a special Meeting of the Congregation on Sunday the 25th of August at 11am. See CouncilNominees2013 * Safe Church training session Saturday Aug 31st, 9:30am-4pm See [[attachment:SafeChurchTraining.pdf]] = GWUC Headlines for w/e 20 Jul 2013 = * The Hub Muffin Morning is coming. Thursday Aug 30th, 10am to noon. * Nomination forms for the new Church Council are on the Stewards table. Discussion and information session on Sunday the 21st of July at 8pm. Elections at a special Meeting of the Congregation on Sunday the 25th of August at 11am. * [[CouncilMinutes20130716|Minutes of the most recent Church Council meeting]] are available. * Information for possible CouncilNominees2013 is online and available in the foyer. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 13 Jul 2013 = * There are many changes needing to be implemented for the new church structures to take effect. The SaltToDoList page describes as many of those as we can identify. If there are missing items that you can see, please let DavidMorgan or NeilSkilton know. * The deliberations of the [[ChurchFutureSteeringCommittee|Steering Committee]] are gradually being released for general reading. * The [[OutreachMinutes201307|Minutes]] of the most recent meeting of the Outreach group are available. * The FeteCommittee has started planning for this year's fete. * A [[InclusiveReport201307|Report]] from the InclusiveCommunity is available. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 6 Jul 2013 = * A new SaltPage provides information about all the changes going on at Glen Waverley as a consequence of the [[ChurchFutureScProposal|Steering Committee recommendations]]. '''Please bookmark this page and check it regularly.''' * The [[http://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Newsbeat-July-2013.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter]] contains an article about GregFry's farewell service. * The [[ChurchFutureScProposal|Report]] from Steering Committee was adopted with only minor changes by the 1 Jul 2013 Congregation Meeting * that same meeting approved the [[COPApp2013?action=AttachFile&do=view&target=Project+Recommendations+COP+2013.pdf|COP Recommendations for 2013]]. * an audio file of the ChurchFutureScForum20130619 meeting has been added to that page, for people who missed the meeting and want to hear the comments that LizMcMillan and GregFry made regarding the resignations of RosemaryCarter and GregFry. * A page describing the issues of ChurchDissonance has been published. * The SaltToDoList now describes all the work that needs to be done as a result of the Future Directions Steering Committee's proposal. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 Jun 2013 = * Following some feedback, the proposal for the 1 Jul 2013 Congregation Meeting and [[ChurchFutureScProposal|Report]] from Steering Committee has undergone some minor revisions. * The [[CongMeetingAgenda20130701|agenda]] for the Congregational Meeting on Monday night (1 Jul 2013) is on-line. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 Jun 2013 = * The agenda for the [[CongMeetingAgenda20130701|1 Jul 2013 Congregation Meeting]] is published. * The proposal for the 1 Jul 2013 Congregation Meeting and [[ChurchFutureScProposal|Report]] from Steering Committee is released. * The [[CouncilMinutes20130618|Church Council]] met during the week. * Notes from the PastoralWorkshop20130606 have been published. All visitors should read these! = GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 Jun 2013 = * this week there are many reports from various church groups available: * [[FinanceReport201306|Finance Committee]] * [[InclusiveReport201306|Inclusive Community]] * [[OutreachMinutes201306|Outreach Mission Group]] * [[PropertyReport201306|Property Committee]] * [[TeamReport201306|Ministry Team]] * [[ChildrenAndFamiliesReport201306|Children And Families Team]] * A document setting out the use of the church [[ChurchiPads|iPads]] by members of the congregation is published. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 Jun 2013 = * The draft program for UnitingVoices for the next 4 months is available. * The Future Directions Steering Committee has released the [[ChurchFutureScTimetable |timetable]] for the new church governance structures, and a draft version of the [[ChurchFutureScProposal |proposal to be put to the 1 Jul Congregational Meeting]] is available. * Keep up-to-date with [[JncWhatsHappening2013|JNC developments]]. * The most recent OutreachMinutes201306 are available. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 December 2016 = * The new edition of the '''Presbytery newsletter''' is now available at [[http://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Newsbeat-December-2016.pdf|Newsbeat-December-2016]], or you can visit the PresbyteryPage. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 November 2016 = * '''Childrens Christmas Photos – 28, 29, 30 November - '''Come along to The Hub this Monday-Wednesday between 10am and 12noon, and let your children or grandchildren dress up, be a part of the Christmas story, and have their photo taken for free; photos to be collected on 8 December * '''Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December - '''Meeting of the Congregation will be held on the evening of Tuesday 13 December at 8pm. Agenda available on the Wiki or from the office. * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December - '''A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration. * '''Volunteers Needed to Deliver Postcards for Advent Services - '''Please see the notice on the office counter if you can help to deliver Advent Services postcards to houses in the vicinity of the church before Sunday 11 December. Enquiries: Peter Anderson - 0411 123 253 = GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 November 2016 = * '''Office Hours – November 21 to 25 - '''Please note the change in office hours this week and plan your visits accordingly. Wendy will be in the office each day as Heather is completing her last formation week at college for the year. * '''Church Christmas Lunch – 27 November at 12noon - '''Forms need to be in this Sunday for the Church Christmas Lunch on Sunday 27 November. Bookings are essential so if you are coming please fill in a form today. Forms are available in the November monthly bulletin or on the shelf outside the office. Forms and money can be given to Judith and Warren Greenwood or Laurel and John Muir. * '''Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December - '''Advance notice is given that a meeting of the Congregation will be held on the evening of Tuesday 13 December at 8pm. * '''Church Council Elections – 18 December - '''A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration. * '''Advent Letter - '''The Advent letter is available for collection today for those who do not receive Church emails. Please collect your copy from the table as this saves us postage costs. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 November 2016 = * The new edition of the '''Presbytery newsletter''' is now available at http://www.ucappep.org/newsbeat/, or you can visit the PresbyteryPage. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 November 2016 = * '''GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - '''Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person. * '''Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - '''Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter. * '''More Than Godspell – Friday 11 November at 7.30pm - '''Please attend this concert being put on by the Diamond Valley Singers. Cost: $20. Fundraising efforts will support NCYC. It will be a great night. * '''“The Getaways” Weekend Away – Thursday 10 to Wednesday 16 November - '''The Getaways are going to Healesville in November. All are welcome. See the monthly bulletin for more details or contact Joanne Boldiston on 0438 413 964. * '''Monthly Material Aid Offering for Welfare – Sunday 13 November - '''The work of our Welfare Committee is the focus of this month’s material aid offering. Non-perishables such as breakfast cereals, long life milk, canned fruit, soups, meals etc; tea, coffee, Milo, biscuits etc are all appreciated as well as toothpaste and brushes, soap, washing powders. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 October 2016 = * '''Outreach BBQ Forum – 30 October at 12noon - '''On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering. * '''Adult Group – Friday 4 November at 8pm - '''This month we look forward to another interesting talk by one of our own group members. Robin Pope will entertain us with ‘A Papuan Life Remembered’. All welcome. * '''GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - '''Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person. * '''Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - '''Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter. * '''More Than Godspell – Friday 11 November at 7.30pm - '''Please attend this concert being put on by the Diamond Valley Singers. Cost: $20. Fundraising efforts will support NCYC. It will be a great night. * '''“The Getaways” Weekend Away – Thursday 10 to Wednesday 16 November - '''The Getaways are going to Healesville in November. All are welcome. See the monthly bulletin for more details or contact Joanne Boldiston on 0438 413 964. * '''Honey Money - '''Unfortunately we have had some problems with honey money so we are asking that you please leave cash in the small plastic bags provided in the office or letterbox outside the front entrance. Many thanks for your ongoing support. * '''Piano Trolley -''' Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 October 2016 = * '''Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Reminder – Final Drop Off Day Thursday 27 October -''' All collected shoeboxes will be taken to Operation Christmas Child on Friday morning, so please make sure your filled box is delivered to the Church Office on Thursday 27 October. * '''Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub – Thursday 27 October at 10am -''' Come and enjoy morning tea at The Hub to thank our Seniors for all they do to help in our community. All ages welcome. Bring your family and friends. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease. * '''Outreach BBQ Forum – 30 October at 12noon -''' On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering. * '''GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm -''' Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person. * '''Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks -''' Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter. * '''Piano Trolley -''' Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 October 2016 = * '''Combined Service – 16 October at 10am - '''A reminder that this Sunday there will be a combined service of worship at 10am. Following worship there will be morning tea and cake. * '''Outreach BBQ Forum - 30 October at 12noon - '''On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering. * '''Piano Trolley - '''Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you. * '''Trailer Needs A Home - '''One trailer of average quality requiring a loving home is available from our church family. Please contact the office if you think this would suit your requirements. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 October 2016 = * '''Victorian Seniors Festival – Celebrating Seniors – Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm to 4pm - '''You are invited to join us for music and afternoon tea on Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm until 4pm. All welcome. * '''Keep the Fete Date – Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - '''This Saturday! Please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help. See the bulletin for details, and sign-up sheets on the office counter. * '''Glenallen School Working Bee – Saturday 22 October from 9am-12noon - '''As part of our partnership with Glenallen School we would like to have a group to take part in their next school working bee. Please see Andrew Hosking or the office for more details. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 October 2016 = * '''Daylight Saving - Sunday 2 October - '''Daylight Saving commences on Sunday 2 October. Make sure you turn your clocks forward one hour before you head to bed on Saturday night. It’s time to start enjoying more light in the evenings again. * '''Victorian Seniors Festival - Celebrating Seniors - Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm to 4pm - '''You are invited to join us for music and afternoon tea on Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm until 4pm. All welcome. RSVP to the GWUC Office (9560 3280) or add your name to the list outside the Office. * '''Keep the Fete Date - Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - '''Only two weeks to go now, so please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help on the day. * '''Planned Giving Envelopes - '''The new sets of planned giving envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. Please collect yours as this saves us postage costs. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 September 2016 = * Links mentioned at the Seniors' seminar * [[http://www.vicdeaf.com.au/content.asp?id=31&t=smoke-alarm-subsidy&cid=81|Smoke alarms for the deaf]] = 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. * '''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 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. Previous news items are available [[PreviousNewsItems|here]] |
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GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 December 2016
The new edition of the Presbytery newsletter is now available at Newsbeat-December-2016, or you can visit the PresbyteryPage.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 November 2016
Childrens Christmas Photos – 28, 29, 30 November - Come along to The Hub this Monday-Wednesday between 10am and 12noon, and let your children or grandchildren dress up, be a part of the Christmas story, and have their photo taken for free; photos to be collected on 8 December
Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December - Meeting of the Congregation will be held on the evening of Tuesday 13 December at 8pm. Agenda available on the Wiki or from the office.
Church Council Elections – 18 December - A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration.
Volunteers Needed to Deliver Postcards for Advent Services - Please see the notice on the office counter if you can help to deliver Advent Services postcards to houses in the vicinity of the church before Sunday 11 December. Enquiries: Peter Anderson - 0411 123 253
GWUC Headlines for w/e 19 November 2016
Office Hours – November 21 to 25 - Please note the change in office hours this week and plan your visits accordingly. Wendy will be in the office each day as Heather is completing her last formation week at college for the year.
Church Christmas Lunch – 27 November at 12noon - Forms need to be in this Sunday for the Church Christmas Lunch on Sunday 27 November. Bookings are essential so if you are coming please fill in a form today. Forms are available in the November monthly bulletin or on the shelf outside the office. Forms and money can be given to Judith and Warren Greenwood or Laurel and John Muir.
Meeting of the Congregation – 13 December - Advance notice is given that a meeting of the Congregation will be held on the evening of Tuesday 13 December at 8pm.
Church Council Elections – 18 December - A ballot for election of Church Councillors will be held on 18 December. Please make sure you give this your prayerful consideration.
Advent Letter - The Advent letter is available for collection today for those who do not receive Church emails. Please collect your copy from the table as this saves us postage costs.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 November 2016
The new edition of the Presbytery newsletter is now available at http://www.ucappep.org/newsbeat/, or you can visit the PresbyteryPage.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 November 2016
GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person.
Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter.
More Than Godspell – Friday 11 November at 7.30pm - Please attend this concert being put on by the Diamond Valley Singers. Cost: $20. Fundraising efforts will support NCYC. It will be a great night.
“The Getaways” Weekend Away – Thursday 10 to Wednesday 16 November - The Getaways are going to Healesville in November. All are welcome. See the monthly bulletin for more details or contact Joanne Boldiston on 0438 413 964.
Monthly Material Aid Offering for Welfare – Sunday 13 November - The work of our Welfare Committee is the focus of this month’s material aid offering. Non-perishables such as breakfast cereals, long life milk, canned fruit, soups, meals etc; tea, coffee, Milo, biscuits etc are all appreciated as well as toothpaste and brushes, soap, washing powders.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 October 2016
Outreach BBQ Forum – 30 October at 12noon - On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering.
Adult Group – Friday 4 November at 8pm - This month we look forward to another interesting talk by one of our own group members. Robin Pope will entertain us with ‘A Papuan Life Remembered’. All welcome.
GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person.
Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter.
More Than Godspell – Friday 11 November at 7.30pm - Please attend this concert being put on by the Diamond Valley Singers. Cost: $20. Fundraising efforts will support NCYC. It will be a great night.
“The Getaways” Weekend Away – Thursday 10 to Wednesday 16 November - The Getaways are going to Healesville in November. All are welcome. See the monthly bulletin for more details or contact Joanne Boldiston on 0438 413 964.
Honey Money - Unfortunately we have had some problems with honey money so we are asking that you please leave cash in the small plastic bags provided in the office or letterbox outside the front entrance. Many thanks for your ongoing support.
Piano Trolley - Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 October 2016
Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Reminder – Final Drop Off Day Thursday 27 October - All collected shoeboxes will be taken to Operation Christmas Child on Friday morning, so please make sure your filled box is delivered to the Church Office on Thursday 27 October.
Seniors Morning Tea at The Hub – Thursday 27 October at 10am - Come and enjoy morning tea at The Hub to thank our Seniors for all they do to help in our community. All ages welcome. Bring your family and friends. All donations to research into Motor Neurone Disease.
Outreach BBQ Forum – 30 October at 12noon - On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering.
GWUC Trivia Night – Saturday 5 November at 7pm - Please put your trivia hat on and join us for the 2016 Trivia night which is a family event and a fundraiser for the church. $5 entry per person.
Advent Study – Commencing Monday 7 November for 4 weeks - Four groups will be running for this study – Monday night at 7.30pm, Tuesday at 2.30pm, as well as an email and facebook group. Please add your name to the list on the Office Counter.
Piano Trolley - Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 October 2016
Combined Service – 16 October at 10am - A reminder that this Sunday there will be a combined service of worship at 10am. Following worship there will be morning tea and cake.
Outreach BBQ Forum - 30 October at 12noon - On 30 October we will be hearing from David Karoly, one of Australia’s leading climate and environmental scientists. Lunch will be provided. The cost is $5. Please put your name on the list in the foyer to assist with catering.
Piano Trolley - Could the borrower of our church piano trolley please return it as soon as possible. Thank you.
Trailer Needs A Home - One trailer of average quality requiring a loving home is available from our church family. Please contact the office if you think this would suit your requirements.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 October 2016
Victorian Seniors Festival – Celebrating Seniors – Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm to 4pm - You are invited to join us for music and afternoon tea on Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm until 4pm. All welcome.
Keep the Fete Date – Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - This Saturday! Please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help. See the bulletin for details, and sign-up sheets on the office counter.
Glenallen School Working Bee – Saturday 22 October from 9am-12noon - As part of our partnership with Glenallen School we would like to have a group to take part in their next school working bee. Please see Andrew Hosking or the office for more details.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 October 2016
Daylight Saving - Sunday 2 October - Daylight Saving commences on Sunday 2 October. Make sure you turn your clocks forward one hour before you head to bed on Saturday night. It’s time to start enjoying more light in the evenings again.
Victorian Seniors Festival - Celebrating Seniors - Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm to 4pm - You are invited to join us for music and afternoon tea on Sunday 9 October from 2.30pm until 4pm. All welcome. RSVP to the GWUC Office (9560 3280) or add your name to the list outside the Office.
Keep the Fete Date - Saturday 15 October from 8.30am to 2pm - Only two weeks to go now, so please make sure that you have this date in your diary and think about how you might be able to help on the day.
Planned Giving Envelopes - The new sets of planned giving envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. Please collect yours as this saves us postage costs.
GWUC Headlines for w/e 24 September 2016
- Links mentioned at the Seniors' seminar
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
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.
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