Minister`s Thoughts... - Northfield Methodist Church
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Minister`s Thoughts... - Northfield Methodist Church
news 17 JULY 2016 This week we continue looking at our series “Ripple Effect”. The topic that we are focusing on is “Have a heart”, which is all about how our actions should be acts of compassion. Jesus showed an example of what it was to live a life of compassion. This week we will be looking at how we should love all; with our words, our prayers and our actions. How we should love our neighbour as we love ourselves - and what that means. How we should love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us. John Wesley said “there is no holiness but social holiness”. In other words, we cannot claim to love God if we do not love others. The question is how do I live my life in such a way that there is a ripple effect in my community, in my work place, at my school, in my family? What would my life look like if I learnt how to “be merciful, just as my Father is merciful” (Luke 6:36). Would you dare to journey with us, as we explore these questions and wrestle with these concerns? Blessings The Ministry Team Our Community CONDOLENCES: To the family of Isobel Chalmers. May you find comfort and peace in God during this difficult time. BAPTISMS: The following children will be baptised at the 8am service: Seth Juan Johnstone - Son of Sean & Camzin Faye Taylor Cousins - Daughter of Scott & Althea Daniel Craig Klinkert - Son of Duncan & Courtney The following children will be baptised at the 10am service: Tristan de Freitas Brons - Son of Clinton & Patricia Kungawo Ngumbela - Daughter of Sikhululeni & Ntombi Tayne Seth Noake - Son of Rámon & Mercia Arron Arnold Kok - Son of Arnold & Laurica The following people will be baptised at the 6pm service: Angelique Carol Ellis Ashley Dominic Meyer Discipleship Dear Friends Today many of us are very aware of the struggles of those around us, and yet we are unsure of what to do. Sometimes, because of this we choose to do nothing, or we choose to justify why people are in those situations, or we choose to ignore it. Other times we do reach out, we are compassionate. I4CC Minister’s Thoughts.. HAVE A HEART Luke 6:36-37, Isaiah 30:15-18, Luke 15:11-32, Ephesians 4:25-5:2 What’s Happening? Want to Serve? Actioning Resources Ministry (ARM) needs a “hand”... > Vision: To see all Northfield, Staff and congregation working together in our areas of giftedness, for the united goal of growing God's Kingdom at Northfield, through the actioning of spiritual, financial and human resources. > Objectives: To identify and develop strong volunteer support teams gifted in event planning, fund-raising, marketing, sales and serving for all resource development events. If you would like to volunteer for this ministry, in the areas of Time / Talent / Tithe, please contact Jackie Hayter: [email protected] The Seniors need wool to knit teddy bears for people in hospital. Please contact Moira Gulbransen 011 395 3295, as she is co-ordinating the knitting. Help out at the Adult Literacy Classes. We need some people to simply coach those who need to learn to read and write, you don’t need to be a qualified teacher. The classes run on Wednesday afternoons from 2-3:30pm. Contact Sheila 083 441 2667 Thank you so much for already responding to these requests. We have received so many bags of clothes, lots of food as well as donations of money. We have managed to help those on the streets, as well as some whose shacks have completely burnt down. Your small donation has made such a difference. That’s why we call it the “Ripple Effect”. Service Info NEXT SUNDAY: 24 JULY SERIES: RIPPLE EFFECT THEME: YOU’RE NOT LIKE ME John 21:11, Acts 10:34-48, Ephesians 2:19-22, Colossians 3:10b-17 Chapel Services: Morning Services: Evening Services: John van de Laar (am) Debbie van de Laar (pm) Trevor Hudson John van de Laar COMMUNION SERVICES Sunday: 7am & 6pm, Wednesday: 8am Contact Info SERVICE TIMES Chapel: Sanctuary: Wesley Hall: Various venues: 7am & 5:30pm 8am, 10am & 6pm 6pm (Youth) 8am, 10am & 6pm (Children’s Church) Tel: (010) 140 0210 Email: [email protected] Website: www.northfield.co.za Facebook: #Northfield Methodist Church Twitter: @NorthfieldVoice PASTORAL CARE CENTRE: 010 140 0217 / [email protected] CareLine: 082 775 7524 (After hours only) OFFICE HOURS: Mon – Thurs: 8am - 5pm, Fri: 8am - 4pm THE CROSSINGS COFFEE SHOP: Tues – Fri: 9am - 4pm, Sat & Sun: 9am - 12pm Pensioners Day: 5% Off on Wednesdays CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES :: RETURN 24 JULY CHILDREN’S CHURCH @ 8am 18 months to 3 years: Fellowship Hall 4 years - 6 years: Basement Grade 1 - 5: Faith Hall Grade 6 - 7: Conference Centre CHILDREN’S CHURCH @ 10am 3 years - Grade 7: Faith Hall “KIDS @ 6” 3 years - Grade 7: Sanctuary for worship, then to the Basement for other activities. Contact Hayley / Vuvu 010 140 0210 [email protected] / [email protected] YOUTH MINISTRY @ 6pm Grade 8 and older: Wesley Hall Contact Kyleigh: 076 964 4688 / [email protected] NORTHFIELD LIBRARY Mon & Fri: 10am - 5pm, Tues - Thurs: 10am - 3pm Sun: 9 - 10; 11 - 11:30am & 6 - 7pm BOOK SHOP Weekdays: 8am - 5pm Sun: 9 - 11:30am; 6 - 7pm For assistance, go to the Library or the Front Office HAVE YOU CONSIDERED THE WAYS TO GIVE FINANCIALLY? EFT: Banking details are: Northfield Methodist Church, Standard Bank, Branch code 013-042, Current account number 02 105 9446 CASH: offering during collection.