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= GWUC headlines for week ending August 1 = * [[https://gwuc.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37010fcf076a5fbf8a261ceba&id=5f814ef683&e=94ce40f503|The first issue of Kingsway]] is now available. |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending Jun 13 = * The [[https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/statement-acting-premier-3|relaxed Covid restrictions]] only allow 50 in church. Therefore this Sunday will again be a [[http://gwuc.org.au/live/|single live streamed service]] at 10am. * The following week is Church Anniversary, which would normally be a single combined 10am service. We will see what is possible. |
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= GWUC headlines for week ending July 25 = * Church Council met this week, and provisional minutes are now available at CouncilMinutes20200722. For access information [[#WikiAccess|click here.]] * Council agreed that it would not be possible to open the building in August, and that services will need to remain on line only at least until September. * Council also accepted a recommendation from the Fete committee the we accept that a fete will not be possible this October. * OpeningAfterCoronaVirus#Last has been updated with new information. |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending Jun 6 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Newsbeat-June-2021.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for June]] is now available. * [[http://gwuc.org.au/live/|Live streamed worship]] at 10am again this week due to extended shutdown. |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending July 11 = * A summary of the new restrictions is at item 20 of OpeningAfterCoronaVirus#Last |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 22 = * Not yet announced, but received in response to an enquiry:<<BR>>"Service Victoria and the Department of Health are working on a new system for businesses and organisations such as yours which will be web-based. Any device which can connect to the internet and run Safari or Chrome will be able to use the new webform. This system will be ready by 28 May when the new digital check-in system is required." This will allow many more people to check in on their own devices, and make it much easier for us to help those who cannot. |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending July 4 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Newsbeat-July-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for July]] is now available |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 15 = * Church Council has changed its meeting day to the third Monday of each month, that is this Monday 16 May. Material to be considered should be sent to <<MailTo(councilsec AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>> |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending June 27 = * Church Council met this week, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200625. For access information [[#WikiAccess|click here.]] |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 1 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Newsbeat-May-2021.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for May]] is now available. * Church Council this week held its first meeting after the recent delayed elections. [[http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/CouncilMinutes20210428|Provisional minutes]] are available to the congregation. Council decided to meet in future on the third Monday of each month. * The check in system that we have been using from Rewardle has failed to meet the dealine for connecting electronically to the government system. The means that we will need to change to the [[CheckInVicGov| government system]]. |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending June 20 = * Disability values statement. In response to the federal Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability, we have published a [[https://unitingchurchinaustraliasynodofvictoriaandtasmania.cmail20.com/t/r-l-jkjrihjl-oykkudrldt-h/|Values Statement]] and [[https://unitingchurchinaustraliasynodofvictoriaandtasmania.cmail20.com/t/r-l-jkjrihjl-oykkudrldt-k/|short video]] about people with disability in the community. Our Disability Inclusion Advocate, Rev (Deacon) Dr Andy Calder, encourages all members of the church to view these two items and distribute them where necessary. * Presbytery are offering a range of [[PresbyteryLearningOpportunitiesJune2020|learning opportunities.]] * [[attachment:Anniversary-Letter.pdf|The Anniversary letter is available here.]] * [[attachment:OpeningAfterCoronaVirus/VIC-COVID-FAQs-June-11.pdf|The latest advice from Synod]] is now available. * Government guidelines for churches after June 22 are at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus, item 14. Late ammendments to those plans are at item 16. * Places of worship will maintain their 20-person limits until at least July 12. |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending Apr 24 = * John Rutter on the [[https://johnrutter.com/latest-blog/did-they-mention-the-music?fbclid=IwAR1nmQmP9Nm9cDXK8P0qb50U91fs7v9WYfQ1hREJnHDqaRKgA2NYuQjs4c0|music for Prince Philip's funeral service]]. The first three paragraphs are well worth reading, particularly for 11am worshippers. |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending June 6 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Newsbeat-June-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for June]] is now available, and includes an article about Glen Waverley (p3-4). * As an extra communication channel for the current situation, we have set up a new email address, <<MailTo(discussions AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>>, and an associated wiki page: PostShutDownDiscussion as a forum for members of the congregation to contribute to the discussion of the Church post COVID-19 shutdown. Contributions to that address will be collated and made available to all who logon to the wiki. Requests for wiki accounts should be sent to <<MailTo(wikimasters AT gwuc DOT org DOT au)>> . * The latest advice from Presbytery and Synod concerning opening our buildings is at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending Apr 17 = * Some covid restrictions have been eased: for example, you can now collect a hymn book on your way into the service. Please remember to return it to the stewards table after use, so that it can be wiped down. The choir stalls have also been reinstated. |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 30 = * [[https://victas.uca.org.au/download/668/faq/8615/vic-covid-faqs-may-21|The latest Synod information on COVID-19]] is now available. * Information on re-opening our buildings can be found at OpeningAfterCoronaVirus. Basically the limit of 20 people and requirement for 4 square meteres per person prevent groups from meeting until after the next relaxation, expected to take effect from June 22. |
= GWUC Headlines for week ending Apr 10 = * There are now three live services: 8am, 9:15am, and 11am. The 9:15 and 11 services are live streamed as well. * '''2021 English Class''' for Chinese speakers and Chinese Fellowship (combined) * Start date: 21 Apr 2021 (no classes on school holidays) * Every Wednesday 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm * Venue: Room 1 Glen Waverley Uniting Church * Contact: 0412 659 386 Sheila Chan |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 23 = * The second session of the FirstAndSecondPeopleStudy will be held by Zoom on June 1. * Church Council will meet by Zoom on Thursday 28 May. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Apr 3 = * Assembly have released a statement on [[https://uniting.church/towards-zero/|Towards Zero – Assembly Climate Action Plan]] * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Newsbeat-April-2021.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for April]] is now available. |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 9 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Newsbeat-May-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for May]] is now available. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 27 = * ChurchCouncil met on Wednesday night. [[CouncilMinutes20210324|Provisional minutes]] are now available ([[#WikiAccess|Log in required.]]) * Council decided this week to resume three morning services after Easter at the same times as pre-pandemic. This decision came from both the desire for diversity in worship, and from the fact the numbers attending the 10am services are approaching the allowed limit and some members are staying away because of the crowding. The 5pm service plans to resume after school holidays. Conversation will also begin regarding the 1 pm Indonesian/ Intercultural service. Council seeks feedback from members to inform future decisions. Both 9:15 and 11 will be live-streamed, as they were before the pandemic.<<BR>>Wearing of masks in church is no longer compulsory, but strongly advised whenever distancing is difficult. It is also encouraged in order to make others feel safe. Windows will continue to be open to ensure ventilation as the best defence against aerosol transmission. * Groups meeting in the church buildings should read and abide by CovidGuidelinesForGroups |
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= GWUC Headlines for week ending May 2 = * We are invited to a !FaceBook stream of a seminar on Wednesday afternoon this week by Dr Bex Lewis. She is a lecturer in communication at the Manchester Metropolitan University, and the author of "Raising Children in a Digital Age".[[attachment:Discipleship in a Digital Age.pdf|Details on this pdf.]] * ChurchCouncil "met" this week, and minutes are available to CouncilMinutes20200429. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 20 = * The wiki is back! Hooray and thank you JohnHurst. * [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Newsbeat-March-2021.pdf|The March issue of Newsbeat]] is available. * Church Council will meet next Wednesday 24th. Matters to be considered should be sent to [email protected] * Pancake breakfast at Glen Waverley Secondary College resumed last Thursday, just a year after being suspended. * [[CongMeetingAgenda20210314|The meeting of the congregation]] made some important decisions. [[CongMeetingMinutes20210314|Minutes]] will be available soon. * The Synod's JIM Cluster has developed a[[https://justact.org.au/first-people/actions/|study guide resource on the Statement from the Heart]] for Second Peoples seeking to explore and pursue a truthful, just and meaningful relationship with First Peoples. * TheHub will resume on Tuesday mornings only from April 20. * In April 2021, Glen Waverley Uniting Church Welfare Committee are one of the community groups being supported at [[https://www.grilld.com.au/restaurants/victoria/melbourne/glen-waverley|Grill'd.]] |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 18 April 2020 = * ChurchCouncil held a special meeting this week to review how we are going with the shutdown, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200415 |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 13 = * The wiki is still broken. Sorry |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 April 2020 = * The Mount Waverley Interchurch Council organized a virtual [[https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FLwSZXPh5d1U%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3S34ZSRdCJzEVTYLxKt0gPpRxxkrhpxr9_4F590Kn_lFtvE9JRff_4TWM&h=AT3rg6caMNoqwG0qGCNpahMHYHTgN6L7akyaQsZFteSo8Kn1A_kI2QAXXtZBB6yqLuODFsP8oXXyBK514uqBXyAknplGYSdoILbSzPkriFwzx2ErGFUNZeGGkZcPA7nw_4TwaCb4Qse22ePmk8mkxgp5SMhBwdmSrytZTxiwevOtoOzwQwl15ZL9kVaKop0FWJ7mFrXWfbC5d17GbzbtjJSUYOltnEPVHaSM-dqNiT74uKLUGO_Pmk0oYGMlA08J4CKqVqcvkpyzAfy3yaP5WxXLu3BnYn6zVHCCWYX5AIk8uNnywUbdosjBwBQBiEfz8wDBWl507BphJijhXBRKu2tzCg7kAqjB5sTiQ_boPXAryxNsB5muJaV7T0AmSYxHdxbZrFHcD_1UVFi2rncQgJro1isX3kjKyEgtxh8w9YKls7pjQtdHlIf41jTfp3epcjKtQUDxl4qmOg0IdWt2VnL0Dkyxa6etclKM-lfbbjDcsfOzNJ6RqKNNwM5n4tFD52naSItekwV5UvV80TEPnjZZfN9mAoR328NL8Mp1LryJAEueXzWHPoopKGG2o2qTttgzWXXGmsjIJcmMTC95M3YUxVjYbZLQhXf7O2AoGSKCZ-d7XDM2jq4dUNSmvvdKV0OgUGGp64OMgg| Way of the Cross]] for Good Friday, 10 Apr 2020. * This Sunday we will have an [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line service]] at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved. * Virtual GOMER will be happening. Contact DavidMorgan for details. * There is a new wiki page to keep you entertained in your moments of isolation: CovidCommunications. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 6 = * Unfortunately the wiki (aka ThePsalter) is broken at the moment. We are working to repair it as soon as possible. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 4 April 2020 = * This Sunday we will have an [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line service]] at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved. * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Newsbeat-April-2020-1.pdf|Presbytery newsletter for March]] is now available, with news of how churches are adjusting. * Virtual GOMER will be happening. Contact DavidMorgan for details. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Feb 27 = * Church Council met this week. Provisional minutes are now available, see CouncilMinutes20210224 * Council agreed to continue single services up to Easter Sunday, and to use the time until Easter to build community and engage the congregation in discussions on how and when we resume diverse services, and what those diverse services may look like. As part of this a survey will be coming next week. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 28 March 2020 = * This Sunday we will have an [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line service]] at 10am only with a minimum number of key people involved. * Presbytery have issued [[attachment:COVID-19_PPEP_March_26.pdf|further guidance on COVID-19]]. * Church Council met this week using [[CommunicationsChannelsZoom|Zoom]] with minutes at CouncilMinutes20200325. * Council have prepared a [[https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZNB3MZZ|Connectedness Survey]] to better gauge the needs and opportunities for electronic connectedness among the congregation. Please complete on line, or ask for a paper copy. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Feb 13 = * NO congregation at church this week, due to [[attachment:OpeningAfterCoronaVirus/HolidayInnShutdown.pdf|state shutdown order.]] * [[http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/OpeningAfterCoronaVirus#Last|Government guidelines for "Travelling with others"]] are now available. These should be followed when giving rides to people who do not reside with you. * [[CovidGuidelinesForGroups|Guidelines to enable groups to meet safely in the church]] are now available. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 21 March 2020 = * Please see CovidResponseMarch18 * This Sunday we will have [[https://gwuc.org.au/live/|on line services]] at 9:15 and 11 only with a minimum number of key people involved. * [[NationalChurchLifeSurvey2020|National Church Life Survey]] is suspended. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Feb 6 = * [[attachment:Kingsway/Kingsway202102.pdf|The new edition of the Kingsway magazie]] is now available. * [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Newsbeat-February-2021.pdf| Newsbeat, the Presbytery newsletter]] is now avaialble for January * ChurchCouncil met this week, and [[CouncilMinutes20210203|provisional minutes]] are available to the congregation. * Wearing of masks is now compulsory in all indoor spaces, including worship. [[OpeningAfterCoronaVirus#Last|Further details here.]] |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 March 2020 = * The National Church Life Survey can now be filled in on line at https://surveys.ncls.org.au/ The Glen Waverley Church Code is UA291301. * [[attachment:COVID-19 PPEP March 2020.pdf|Presbytery have issued advice about COVID-19]] |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Jan 30 = * TheHub, the Thursday English class and the Bilingual English class have all cancelled for the first school term, and are hoping to start after Easter. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 March 2020 = * The Uniting Church hosted an interfaith roundtable on the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN) on Monday 24 February. A [[https://assembly.uca.org.au/news/item/3137-a-world-free-of-nuclear-weapons|report is available here.]] * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Newsbeat-March-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for March]] is now available. |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 29 February 2020 = * Tuesday 25 Feb - Pancake Day! Pancakes will be sold at the church - come along and enjoy a delicious lunch - 11.30 am to 1pm * Wednesday 26 Feb - Ash Wednesday service - 7.30pm * Saturday 29 Feb - Book Sale - 8.30am to 4pm * Sunday 1 March - Combined Worship - 10am followed by a meeting of the congregation at 11.30am * ChurchCouncil met this week and the provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200226 |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Jan 23 = * The [[2021BookSale|Book Sale]] is planned for Feb 27, subject of course to COVID numbers and with many precautions. To volunteer to distribute leaflets, please contact PeterAnderson. To help with setup and on the day, please contact SueMorgan. * In person attendance at worship is now possible. [[https://mcusercontent.com/37010fcf076a5fbf8a261ceba/files/d50f86ec-dd85-480f-998b-0d3bbc2ab540/Updated_2020_Return_to_GWUC.01.pdf|Details here.]] |
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= GWUC Headlines for w/e 22 February 2020 = * [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Newsbeat-February-2020.pdf|The February Presbytery Newsletter]] is now available. * ChurchCouncil meets next week. Any matters to be considered shouls be sent to DavidMorgan as soon as possible. * Come & hear the stories from the group that went to the USA & Mexico at the 9.15am, 11am and 5pm services this Sunday. * February Material Aid for Brentwood Secondary College - Muesli Bars, Up&Go drinks, pens, pencils and Noodles-in-a-cup are all useful. Donations can be left in the coloured bins in the foyer. * Saturday 29 February - Book Sale - Leap in and buy some great books! Doors open 8.30am. * Retiring Offering this Sunday 23 February for long term bushfire relief. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 15 February 2020 = * Playgroup, English Conversation Classes & The Hub all start for 2020 THIS WEEK. * Don't forget to check the '''letter rack''' - rosters are now being distributed. * '''Saturday 29 February - Book Sale - '''Leap in and buy some great books! Doors open 8.30am. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 8 February 2020 = * If you have offered to deliver flyers for the Book Sale, please collect them from the table in the foyer. * Don't forget to check the letter rack - rosters are now being distributed. * New start dates for Playgroup, English Conversation Classes & The Hub - all return for 2020 in the week beginning 17 February. * Meeting of the Congregation at 11:30am on Sunday March 1 at 11:30am. Agenda at CongMeetingAgenda20200301 = GWUC Headlines for w/e 1 February 2020 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Newsbeat-February-2020.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for February]] is now available. * CTM are running a [[https://victas.uca.org.au/event/new-and-renewing-gathering/|New and Renewing Gathering]] on Saturday March 24th. * [[DadsPlayGroup|Chinese Dad's Playgroup]] has been cancelled for this Saturday Feb 1 because of the novel corona virus 2019-nCoV. * For the same reason, TheHub will now commence on Tuesday 18th February at 10am. * Similarly the [[RosterEnglishClass|English conversation class]] will start on February 20. * Church Council met this week and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20200129. * Weekday playgoups will commence on Feb 17. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 25 January 2020 = * CraigMitchell is running a session on [[https://www.ucappep.org/forming-disciples-in-a-missional-church/|Forming disciples in a missional Church]] on 5 March, 10am-3pm at Glen Waverley UCA. Details and booking at the above link. * The 2019 performance of our solar panels has been added to SolarPowerPerformance = GWUC Headlines for w/e 11 January 2020 = * To help meet gaps already identified and to enable longer term relief and recovery Synod have launched a Uniting Bushfire Appeal. You can find the appeal at https://www.vt.uniting.org/uniting-vic-tas-2020-bushfire-appeal/ * [[https://www.target.com.au/targetbushfirereliefappeal|Target Australia]] will match dollar for dollar all cash contributions made to the Appeal via coin boxes and registers in stores. (But it appears that you forego your tax deduction.) * [[http://www.gerf.org.au|Gippsland Emergency Relief Fund]] has also been recommended. * A reminder that the church office will be closed until Tuesday 28 January – emails and phone messages will be monitored daily. * Don’t forget the Back to School and Backpack Blessing on Sunday 26 January at 10am. * Sunday morning worship will be a single service at 10:00am each week until the end of January 2020. * Watch this space for news about Sunday 4:30pm and 5:30pm activities in 2020. * Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020. * Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 4 January 2020 = * NewView for [[attachment:NewView/201912.pdf|Dec 2019]] is available * Sunday 22 Dec 2019 – Combined Nativity Worship 10:00am * 24 Dec 2019 – Christmas Eve join us at 5:30pm or 11:00pm * 25 Dec 2019 – Christmas Day worship at 8:30am and 10:00am * 29 Dec 2019 – Combined Worship 10:00am * 31 Dec 2019 – New Year’s Eve join us at 11:00pm * Sunday morning worship will be a single service at 10:00am each week until the end of January 2020. * Sunday 4:30pm and 5:30pm activities have finished for 2019. Watch this space for news about what will happen in 2020. * Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020. * Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 14 December 2019 = * The Christmas Trees Display - Christmas Reflections - is on until the end of December. Information booklets are available in the church foyer. * Rosters for 2020 are now being filled. If you can help, please put your name on the lists on the office counter. * Charity Christmas Cards are available to purchase from the office. * Indonesian fellowship is in recess and will recommence in 2020. * Chinese fellowship is in recess and will recommence in March 2020. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 7 December 2019 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Newsbeat-December-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for December]] is now available. * The [[https://communications.cmail20.com/t/r-e-jdkikity-uuiulyukil-m/|Synod of VicTas Newsletter for December]] is now available. * Our WelfareCommittee is one of the local charities being supported by [[https://www.grilld.com.au/restaurants/victoria/melbourne/glen-waverley|Grill'd]] for December. If you go there, identify yourself as being from GWUC, and you will be given double tokens to vote with. If we get the most votes of the three Decemeber causes, we will get $300. There are also special deals for 6 or more persons; ask. * Seniors' Service - Celebrate Christmas with Carols - this Sunday 8 December @ 2.30pm * Leisure Time Christmas Breakup - Monday 9 December @ 10.15am * Remembrance Service - Tuesday 10 December at 8pm. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 30 Nov 2019 = * ChurchCouncil met this week, and provisional minutes are [[CouncilMinutes20191127|available here.]] = GWUC Headlines for w/e 23 Nov 2019 = * The Hub Children's Christmas Photos are on this week - Monday to Wednesday at 10am. Come along and join in the fun! * Don't forget to regularly check the office counter & letter rack - Christmas events and planning for 2020 has begun... = GWUC Headlines for w/e 17 Nov 2019 = * The [[ChoirOfHopeUpdateSep2019|Choir of Hope survey]] mentioned in today's congregational meeting is available to members. (Login needed) * Our Welfare group has a jar at Grill'd for December. For details of how you can support them, see [[https://view.email.grilld.com.au/?qs=44e34195a67289d457eefa5f941b550890fd4c3e942faa76f1325b33b3094c41dca1cc8c5dc3dba29b4022ea99676ee68364afd1549c7408762a46f8f461a0e6c41973dd323bda818a5d40b1eecf02b3|this link.]] = GWUC Headlines for w/e 10 Nov 2019 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Newsbeat-November-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for November]] is now available. * The [[https://communications.cmail19.com/t/r-e-jddtjhjy-uupjjiyjy-f/|Synod newsletter for November]] is now available. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 3 Nov 2019 = * Here is the [[http://www.prayasyoucan.com.au/|link to Sister Harris's website]] mentioned in the [[http://wiki.gwuc.org.au/gwuc/ChurchBulletin?action=AttachFile&do=view&target=201911.pdf|monthly Bulletin]] = GWUC Headlines for w/e 26 Oct 2019 = What an amazing Fete we had this last Saturday - if you missed it, pop Saturday 17 October 2020 into your diary - you don't want to miss the next one! Coming up this week: * Seniors' Morning Tea at The Hub tomorrow, Thursday 24 Oct 2019 at 10am - all are welcome. * Pop Up Study this Sunday 27 Oct 2019 at 2pm - come along and join in this interactive presentation by Dr CraigMitchell. * Church Council met on Wednesday, and provisional minutes are available at CouncilMinutes20191023 = GWUC Headlines for w/e 12 Oct 2019 = * The [[attachment:PopUpStudy-20191027.pdf|Pop-Up Study]] with Presbytery Minister CraigMitchell is coming on 27 Oct 2019. * The [[https://communications.cmail20.com/t/r-e-jdtdilkt-ukdkykikn-e/|Synod Newsletter for October]] is now available. * An election for Church Councillors and Elders will be help this Sunday at all services. * Seniors' Week Concert Event - The Evans Family at 2.30pm. Entry by donation. * Planned Giving Envelopes are available from the table in the foyer. = GWUC Headlines for w/e 5 Oct 2019 = * The [[https://www.ucappep.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Newsbeat-October-2019.pdf|Presbytery Newsletter for October]] is now available, including a flyer for our forthcoming "Pop-Up Study" on 27 Oct 2019 at 2pm, here in Glen Waverley. * Council met this week and provisional minutes are available to those logged into the wiki at CouncilMinutes20191002. As always, if you need an account or other help, contact DavidMorgan or the church office. * Bring & Share Lunch is on this Sunday - All are welcome. * Planned Giving Envelopes are now available from the table in the foyer. * If you have offered to deliver leaflets for the fete, don’t forget to collect them from the table in the foyer. The leaflets need to be delivered by Sunday 13 October. * There is no 4.30 program during school holidays. |
= GWUC headlines for week ending Jan 1 = * A [[https://gwuc.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37010fcf076a5fbf8a261ceba&id=3a2efc3961&e=ddae59856b|virtual tour of the 'Once Upon A Christmas Installation']] is now available. * An [[https://gwuc.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=37010fcf076a5fbf8a261ceba&id=8466756b45&e=ddae59856b|updated statement on worship attendance]] is now available. * We are [[ OpeningAfterCoronaVirus#Last|advised]] that the changes announced on Jan 31 do not affect worship. |
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GWUC Headlines for week ending Jun 13
The relaxed Covid restrictions only allow 50 in church. Therefore this Sunday will again be a single live streamed service at 10am.
- The following week is Church Anniversary, which would normally be a single combined 10am service. We will see what is possible.
GWUC Headlines for week ending Jun 6
The Presbytery Newsletter for June is now available.
Live streamed worship at 10am again this week due to extended shutdown.
GWUC Headlines for week ending May 22
Not yet announced, but received in response to an enquiry:
"Service Victoria and the Department of Health are working on a new system for businesses and organisations such as yours which will be web-based. Any device which can connect to the internet and run Safari or Chrome will be able to use the new webform. This system will be ready by 28 May when the new digital check-in system is required." This will allow many more people to check in on their own devices, and make it much easier for us to help those who cannot.
GWUC Headlines for week ending May 15
Church Council has changed its meeting day to the third Monday of each month, that is this Monday 16 May. Material to be considered should be sent to <councilsec AT gwuc DOT org DOT au>
GWUC Headlines for week ending May 1
The Presbytery Newsletter for May is now available.
Church Council this week held its first meeting after the recent delayed elections. Provisional minutes are available to the congregation. Council decided to meet in future on the third Monday of each month.
The check in system that we have been using from Rewardle has failed to meet the dealine for connecting electronically to the government system. The means that we will need to change to the government system.
GWUC Headlines for week ending Apr 24
John Rutter on the music for Prince Philip's funeral service. The first three paragraphs are well worth reading, particularly for 11am worshippers.
GWUC Headlines for week ending Apr 17
- Some covid restrictions have been eased: for example, you can now collect a hymn book on your way into the service. Please remember to return it to the stewards table after use, so that it can be wiped down. The choir stalls have also been reinstated.
GWUC Headlines for week ending Apr 10
- There are now three live services: 8am, 9:15am, and 11am. The 9:15 and 11 services are live streamed as well.
2021 English Class for Chinese speakers and Chinese Fellowship (combined)
- Start date: 21 Apr 2021 (no classes on school holidays)
- Every Wednesday 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
- Venue: Room 1 Glen Waverley Uniting Church
- Contact: 0412 659 386 Sheila Chan
GWUC headlines for week ending Apr 3
Assembly have released a statement on Towards Zero – Assembly Climate Action Plan
The Presbytery Newsletter for April is now available.
GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 27
ChurchCouncil met on Wednesday night. Provisional minutes are now available (Log in required.)
Council decided this week to resume three morning services after Easter at the same times as pre-pandemic. This decision came from both the desire for diversity in worship, and from the fact the numbers attending the 10am services are approaching the allowed limit and some members are staying away because of the crowding. The 5pm service plans to resume after school holidays. Conversation will also begin regarding the 1 pm Indonesian/ Intercultural service. Council seeks feedback from members to inform future decisions. Both 9:15 and 11 will be live-streamed, as they were before the pandemic.
Wearing of masks in church is no longer compulsory, but strongly advised whenever distancing is difficult. It is also encouraged in order to make others feel safe. Windows will continue to be open to ensure ventilation as the best defence against aerosol transmission.Groups meeting in the church buildings should read and abide by CovidGuidelinesForGroups
GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 20
The wiki is back! Hooray and thank you JohnHurst.
The March issue of Newsbeat is available.
Church Council will meet next Wednesday 24th. Matters to be considered should be sent to [email protected]
- Pancake breakfast at Glen Waverley Secondary College resumed last Thursday, just a year after being suspended.
The meeting of the congregation made some important decisions. Minutes will be available soon.
The Synod's JIM Cluster has developed astudy guide resource on the Statement from the Heart for Second Peoples seeking to explore and pursue a truthful, just and meaningful relationship with First Peoples.
TheHub will resume on Tuesday mornings only from April 20.
In April 2021, Glen Waverley Uniting Church Welfare Committee are one of the community groups being supported at Grill'd.
GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 13
- The wiki is still broken. Sorry
GWUC headlines for week ending Mar 6
Unfortunately the wiki (aka ThePsalter) is broken at the moment. We are working to repair it as soon as possible.
GWUC headlines for week ending Feb 27
Church Council met this week. Provisional minutes are now available, see CouncilMinutes20210224
- Council agreed to continue single services up to Easter Sunday, and to use the time until Easter to build community and engage the congregation in discussions on how and when we resume diverse services, and what those diverse services may look like. As part of this a survey will be coming next week.
GWUC headlines for week ending Feb 13
NO congregation at church this week, due to state shutdown order.
Government guidelines for "Travelling with others" are now available. These should be followed when giving rides to people who do not reside with you.
Guidelines to enable groups to meet safely in the church are now available.
GWUC headlines for week ending Feb 6
The new edition of the Kingsway magazie is now available.
Newsbeat, the Presbytery newsletter is now avaialble for January
ChurchCouncil met this week, and provisional minutes are available to the congregation.
Wearing of masks is now compulsory in all indoor spaces, including worship. Further details here.
GWUC headlines for week ending Jan 30
TheHub, the Thursday English class and the Bilingual English class have all cancelled for the first school term, and are hoping to start after Easter.
GWUC headlines for week ending Jan 23
The Book Sale is planned for Feb 27, subject of course to COVID numbers and with many precautions. To volunteer to distribute leaflets, please contact PeterAnderson. To help with setup and on the day, please contact SueMorgan.
In person attendance at worship is now possible. Details here.
GWUC headlines for week ending Jan 1
A virtual tour of the 'Once Upon A Christmas Installation' is now available.
An updated statement on worship attendance is now available.
We are advised that the changes announced on Jan 31 do not affect worship.
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