9 November 2014 MARION CHURCH OF CHRIST Ask, Seek, Knock “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Matthew 7:7 New International Version (NIV) 7 Welcome A warm welcome to all who are reading this newsletter online, or on paper. GOVERNING COUNCIL: VOTING Voting will close after the 6pm service on Sunday 9 November. Annual Reports Available Please pick up an Annual Report from the foyer. Annual General Meeting Sunday 16 November After 10am Service National Police Checks: If you need to complete or renew a National Police Check, Colin Camac and Claire Lunnay will be available after the 10am service on the 9th Nov and for the next 2 weeks. Please bring your ID. ON SUNDAYS ... Care Cards Please take a moment to fill out your Care Card and place it in the offering bag or in the box provided in the foyer. Feel free to take the opportunity to include your prayer requests, praise points or encouraging comments in the space provided, you will be prayed for by our Prayer Team and the requests will be kept confidential. Outdoor Carols Outdoor Carols is on this year in the car park – Please pray for this important event that reaches out to our community. Your assistance would also be appreciated either in a practical or financial way for e.g. letter box drop / volunteering for preparations or on the day / and or you may like to make a financial contribution via a marked envelope through the office box or offering bags. Please see the Office or Sonya for details. Register NOW for the Carols Choir and Orchestra through your care card and the Church Office. FRIENDLY WORD IN THIS ISSUE      God’s Global Village Outdoor Carols AGM Sun 16 November Annual Reports available now! Side Gate Christmas Luncheon 14/11 : $3 7pm-9.30 SYG Showcase A night of fun, modified and slightly competitive sports. Bring active clothes/shoes & a drink bottle CONTACT DETAILS CHRISTMAS SEASON OUTDOOR CAROLS SUNDAY 14th December  5.30pm Pre-Entertainment 7.00pm Carols Commences CHRISTMAS SERVICES Sun21 Dec 10am Service only Wed 24 Dec 7pm Family Celebration Wed 24 Dec 11pm Candlelight Thurs 25 Dec 9am Christmas Day Sun 28 Dec 10am Service only Pick up a brochure from the foyer and invite someone along. Corner Marion Rd & Alawoona Ave Mitchell Park SA 5043 p 8277 7388 e [email protected] www.marioncc.org.au 887 Marion Rd MITCHELL PARK p (08) 8277 0304 e [email protected] www.marionlife.org.au Page 1 9 November 2014 MARION CHURCH OF CHRIST PRAYER POINTS FOR GLOBAL VILLAGE EVENTS Calendar … BBQ CHURCH Sunday 16th Nov at 6pm Chris Sherrah & Ian Sander are our guest performers—Country & Gospel at its best! Everyone is invited! (1) Please pray that God will rescue those who have fallen into the grasp of drugs, pointing them to the truth & hope in Christ. (2) Please pray for a special blessing from God upon Lebanon, Jordan & Italy, for the great support these 3 countries have been providing to those fleeing from conflicts in the Middle East, & North Africa. (3) Youth unemployment in Senegal is estimated to be at least 40%. Young people feel the political system has failed them, & they are also disappointed with the Islamic brotherhood, thus seeking a more modern version of Islam. Pray that the Lord will turn their spiritual hunger toward Him, & the church will be ready. MarionLIFE … Thursday 20 November … 6pm Everyone’s Welcome John and Claire Lunnay’s (& Ben) FAREWELL will be held on Sunday 30th November here after the 10am service and during the 6pm service. In the Environment Category: Brian Gardiner : Community Garden In the Fair Go Category: Dennis Murton : Financial Counsellor Isla Eve Lucas was born 31.10.14 to very proud parents Lisa and Matt. A gift from Godfor your eyes to see, for your hands to hold, for your hearts to love. ---Roy Lessin 10.00am MARION FAMILY John Lunnay 6.00pm BBQ Church The Unsung Heroes Awards recognises community members and groups that make a positive contribution to the City of Marion. The theme for 2014 is Our Community Champions. Two volunteers from MarionLIFE were recipients. Jeanette and Lyle Whyatt wish to express their sincere thanks for the cards, prayers and best wishes at this difficult time as Jeanette, who is very ill, spends time in Ashford Hospital. NEXT SUNDAY 16 November … Aboriginal Parents, Grandparents & Carers TUESDAY 18th November 2014 11.30am—2.00pm, Lunch provided ELECTRONIC GIVING: Details for CHURCH: OFFERING: BSB: 704-922 Account Number: 100009707 Account Name: Marion C of C Reference: “Offering” Monday 17th Nov 9.30am—11.30am ‘Organising Feelings’ Helping our kids when they are mad and sad! Friendship Club Thursday 13th Nov 1.30pm Shirley Sampson speaking on ‘Courts’ Details for MARIONLIFE: DONATIONS: BSB: 704 922 Account Number: 100009258 Account Name: MarionLIFE Gift Fund Reference: your name (for receipt) Details for Building Projects BSB: 704 922 Account Number: 100009258 Account Name: Marion C of C Reference: “Operation Invigor8” CONTACT DETAILS JOHN LUNNAY Senior Pastor 0414 276 975 SONYA BERTRAM Associate Pastor Music & Worship & Children’s Ministry 0413 593 767 JUSTIN LOW Associate Pastor Youth & Young Adults 0402 465 587 KAREN AMES Interim Volunteer Coordinator MarionLIFE Community Services DAPHNE WEATHERILL Church Administrator RUTH DAVIDSON Office & Finance Manager 8277 7388 8277 0304 Page 2