LifeSpot
"In Christ" – Intimate Rest “In Christ.” It’s a dominant theme that deserves massive attention. But it gets little. In the New Testament there are more than 240 direct or indirect references to being “in Christ”. The phrase depicts a fixed position of intimate rest. Picture a bird in the nest, a joey kangaroo in the pouch, an astronaut in a space suit. Outside is danger, fear, even death. Inside is safety, peace, life. In biblical Greek and modern English, “in” means in! Not alongside, behind, ahead of, over, or near—but in. This is the relationship available to us, the closeness to himself that God proposes. How is it for you today? Are you alongside, behind, or near? Jesus opens his heart and his arms and says, “Come on in.”
Pr Ed Gallagher, Sr Pastor for Healthy Adventist Churches, NNZC
NNZC Update
Ministry Advisory Group Meeting
This week the Ministry Advisory Team met for their first of two meetings this year. This team of pastors lead the Pastoral Cluster Program. Our conference pastors meet in their assigned cluster groups each month for worship, fellowship, learning and accountability.
The Ministry Advisory Team members provide support to the pastors in their cluster. They also provide counsel and feedback to our Conference Leadership Team on ministry matters.
The 2010 Ministry Advisory Team is comprised of the following pastors: Kendell Cobbin, Doug Mcleod, Etonia Temo, Anton Van Wyk, Pat Downey, Errol Singer, Jake Ormsby, Bob Larsen and Paora Teaukura.
Pr Eddie Tupa'i, Lead Pastor, NNZC Follow me on Facebook or Twitter
Here I am Lord Send Me
Ministerial Profile: Pr Paul Hopson
Pastor: Manna Park and Papakura Seventh-day Adventist Churches Life Text: Romans 5: 6-11, “When we were utterly helpless, Christ came at just the right time and died for us sinners. ....And since we have been made right in God’s sight by the blood of Christ, he will certainly save us from God’s condemnation....So now we can rejoice in our wonderful new relationship with God because our Lord Jesus Christ has made us friends of God.” Born to SDA Parents in Wahroonga, Sydney, Paul completed his early schooling at the Adventist Schools in Sydney. ...read more
Hana Isaac, Executive Assistant, NNZC Admin/ The Bulletin-Editor
In His Service
New Zealand Youth Convention 2010
Organisers of the New Zealand Youth Convention are still praising God this week, after the completion of its 5th Annual Youth Training Conference. Over 100 youth registered, for the three day convention which ran over February 18-21, while another 100 attended on the weekend, making it the largest NZYC to date. ...read more
Benjamin Martin, Pastor for Hamilton & Cambridge Churches
This is Ministry
Laughing Samoans
The 360 Youth Ministries of the Papatoetoe Seventh-day Adventist Community Church (PAPSDA) in Auckland, invited Tofiga Fepulea’i from the’ Laughing Samoans’ to speak about his life and work in a program called “Does God Have A Sense of Humor?” Tofiga held the rapt attention of over 500 South Auckland youth at a church run event.
Tofiga believes humor is a medium through which life messages can be shared with young people, especially Pacific young people, that otherwise wouldn’t reach them. ...read more
Shannon Seyb – Papatoetoe Seventh-day Adventist Community Church
Notice Board
Giving Online We now have a website set up for online giving www.nnzofferings.org.nz. To use it, you will need to use your Donor ID Number. If you don’t have a Donor ID Number you can fill out our online form by visiting www.nnzc.org.nz/donor-id or contact your local church treasurer for assistance.
Feedback from Big Camp 2010 If you were at Big Camp we would love to hear from you. Send us your thoughts and feedback about Big Camp and the Workshops. To send us your feedback online please go to the links below: Big Camp Evaluation Form Workshop Evaluation Form
Coming Soon
Changes in Dates for Junior and Teen Camp Please note that we have made changes in the dates for our Junior and Teen camps this year. Event: Junior Camp Date: July 6-11, 2010 Venue: Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua
Event: Teen Camp Date: April 13-18, 2010 Venue: Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua Application forms are available at the Tui Ridge office or you can download a copy form our website.
Stewardship Seminar Speaker: Dr Erika Puni, General Conference Stewardship Director Date: 6 March 2010 Time: 2:00 pm Location: Palmerston North Church
Date: 13 March 2010 Time: 3:00 pm Location: Ponsonby Church, Auckland
This training is structured for Local Church Leaders, Elders, Treasurers and Church Members. Take this opportunity to improve your understanding of the Lordship of Christ and walking in partnership with God.
Big Ideas for Impacting Little People
Children’s Ministries Training Date: 16 March Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm Venue: Conference Office Location: 743 Great South Road, Wiri, Manukau Start your ministry to children in 2010 with some great ideas and excellent direction. Margaret Spicer – Director of Willow Creek Association New Zealand and Children’s Ministries expert will be sharing on Children’s Ministries as well as exploring ideas for Think Orange. To register contact Kylie on kward@adventist.org.nz.
Eastern Regional Jakarta Children’s Conference*
Theme: Empowering Children to Proclaim His Grace Date: April 21-25 Venue: Mega Anggrek Hotel Location: Jakarta, Indonesia Contact: Julie Weslake Email: jweslake@adventist.org.au
Women’s Conference 2010
Applications are now available to download. Get in early, you will not want to miss Women’s Conference 2010. The event promises to be amazing with great speakers, awesome food and we hope good weather. We apologise that Dr Hyveth Williams is unable to attend in 2010 due to changes in her work commitments; Hyveth hopes to be able to attend in 2011. For more information contact Linda Chryssafis on lchryssafis@adventist.org.nz
‘FACES’ 2011 Event: Brisbane Adventist College 45th Anniversary Weekend Celebrations Dates: May 13, 14 & 15 – 2011 Email: faces@bac.qld.edu.au Book this date into your calendar... Come and join Brisbane Adventist College in celebrating... • BACs 45th birthday celebrations • Our launch of the BAC Alumni called FACES@BAC • and a Fete on Sunday. If you would like more information please email us and give us your contact details so that you can receive regular updates.
Local Church Events
Calvary Community Events Couples - 26-28 March at the Distinction Hotel, Rotorua. Gender - 25-27 June at Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua Singles - 13-15 August at Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua Family - 12-14 November at Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua ...read more
Seminar: DivorceCare Venue: Papatoetoe SDA Community Church, 16 Puhinui Road, Papatoetoe Contact: (09) 278-7786 or visit www.papsda.co.nz DivorceCare is a recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. A 10-week DivorceCare seminar is starting on Wednesday, 24 March.This course costs only $20 for the entire 10 sessions.
‘Oak Family’ – Outdoor Activity Klub Date: Saturday 27th March Time: 3.00pm Venue: Auckland Botanic Gardens, Manurewa. Park in main parking area; meet at front entrance of Visitor Centre, by the water feature. Contact: Kaye McKean. Phone: 027 660 0065 Some years ago Royal Oak Church ran OAK, an Outdoor Activity Klub. Royal Oak church is reviving this club, with a family emphasis. Fun, family orientated, Sabbath afternoon adventures are being organised for the 4th Sabbath of each month. Everyone from all churches are welcome.
Combined Cook Island SDA’s of NZ Rally (CCISDANZ) Date: Easter Weekend 2nd-4th April 2010 Location: Tokoroa. Guest Speakers: Pr. Eddie Tupai, President, North NZ Conference & Pr. Eliu M. Eliu, President, Cook Islands Mission. Contacts: Mary Turia on turia@xtra.co.nz or Ngereteina Puna on Ngere.Puna@twoa.ac.nz Aere Mai. All welcome Young and Old
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6 March 2010
The PRAYERHOUSE Word
“Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom.” Psalm 145:3
Healthy Adventist Churches Leading with your Ears—Part 4Healthy and growing leaders are able to hear and discern the voices of those they are called to lead. They empower change by leading through relationship rather than by command-drawing people not merely into a system of belief, but into the heart of God. Healthy and growing churches require leadership that values effective listening-leadership that stops to listen for God’s voice and discerns the voice of others. If we are to truly lead with our ears, our challenge is to pray (1) Speak Lord, (2) I’m your servant and (3) I’m listening (1 Samuel 3:10 NCV) Pr Eddie Tupa’i, Lead Pastor, NNZC Follow me on Facebook or Twitter
Tips for Living Healthy Lives:
- Read the book ‘Original Love’ by Des Cummings
- Read the book ‘Creation Health’ by Des Cummings and Monica Reed
- Discuss in your small group, church board, committee or team the question, “What does a healthy Adventist church look, feel and sound like?”
- Visit our conference website for Healthy Adventist Church ideas and resources.
- Read Brendan Pratt’s article on healthy churches in the February 6, launch version of the RECORD
ResourcesWe have a number of great resources available to download from our website
Sunset TimesAucklandSabbath 6 March 2010: 7:54 pm Next Friday 12 March2010: 7:45 pm WellingtonSabbath 6 March 2010: 7:57 pm Next Friday 12 March2010: 7:47 pm View sunset times online
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March Events06 March 2010 Manawatu Regional & Stewardship Seminar13 March 2010 Stewardship SeminarLocation - Auckland 13 - 14 March 2010 Youth Rally/Touch TournamentLocation - Rotorua 16 March 2010 Big Ideas for Growing Little People21 - 22 March 2010 NZ Principals Consultation20 - 27 March 2010 Youth Week of PrayerApril Events06 - 09 April 2010 Ministers MeetingsLocation - Rotorua 13 - 18 April 2010 Teen CampLocation - Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua 23 - 25 April 2010 Women's ConferenceLocation - Tui Ridge Park, Rotorua View more dates
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