Dear friends,
Often at the start of a new term, there are a myriad of things happening and we want to ensure we communicate broadly and clearly. To this end, here are 8 things it would be good for you to know!
- We will be studying 1 Corinthians 1-10 together for the remainder of this year. It promises to be a wonderful series that will drive us further towards Christ. The church in Corinth appears to have gone wild and Paul is seeking to draw them back to the faith. There are encouragements and warnings for us to hear and heed. We will turn our minds to chapter 11-16 in 2019.
- Now is a great time to consider joining a Growth Group. The start of a new term and a new series provides a nodal moment to join a small community and begin doing life together with others. Speak to a member of staff or a friend if you are interested. If you are in a group, why not invite others along?
- There are a few changes happening at 8am Church. We are changing the Prayer Book we use and we are establishing a new Care Team that will seek to provide ongoing support to the congregation. Please make sure you have picked up a letter from Leanne about the Care Team.
- You may have noticed that we have become more present on social media. We are seeking to catch up with the technology in use around us to improve our mission all engagement with the community around us. You can help us do this by sharing posts, checking in to church and events and using church related hashtags for your posts. We’re seeking to reach the community where they are.
- We have had a significant problem with parking around St Peter’s Church over the last 12 months. New signs are going up saying “Private Property – No Parking”. Church members should feel free to ignore those signs as you are welcome to park on church grounds for church activities at any time.
- During this term we will send out information for children in Year 2 and 6 about transitions to new ministry activities. Our Afternoon Kids Club is for children in Year 3-6 and Youth Group for children Year 7-12. We transition both groups in Term 4.
- We have some very specific serving opportunities available right now. We need someone who is comfortable with uploading files and navigating WordPress. We need a few people with a keen eye for photography. Contact a member of staff!
- There are a myriad of ways to serve week by week in church. From casual cleaning to handyman work, picking up parcels and gardening, paperwork and filing. And more. In our community, the spirit of volunteering is diminishing but God has gifted us all to serve and calls us to. We’d love to set you free to serve but sometimes the roadblock is the first conversation. Why not email or leave a message for a staff member and line up a chat?
There is always lots going on but more than anything, we urge you to pray.
With thanks for our partnership,
Nigel