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Church Office: 6424 3389 office@devonportbaptists.org.au Rev. Scott Jones 0428 137 576

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9th October, 2016

Leader: Heather Reid Speaker: Scott Jones

Senior Pastor: Scott Jones scott@devonportbaptists.org.au

0428 137 576

Associate Pastor: Pastoral Care Roger Quilliam

roger@devonportbaptists.org.au

Student Pastor: Sam Jordan (Youth & Young Adults)

0459 508 051

Pastoral Leadership Team (P.L.T.) Senior Pastor: Scott Jones

Associate Pastor—Pastoral Care: Roger Quilliam

Council Chairman: Randell Stott Ted Nibbs

Church Council Senior Pastor Scott Jones Assoc. Pastor—Pastoral Care Roger Quilliam Chairman Randell Stott Administrator Rodney Steven administrator@devonportbaptists.org.au Treasurer Rodney Steven Dale Jones Geoff Polden Heather Reid Peter Mountney Sam Jordan

www.devonportbaptists.org.au www.devonportbaptists.org.au

Give your tithe or pay Rehoch Support via direct deposit.

the Church’s account details are: BSB—Branch 704922

Account no. 100007388.

THOSE WHO NEED OUR ONGOING PRAYERS Geoff Polden June Bones Bill & Marjorie Lehman Dorothy Billing Kath Davies Elaine Woods & Family Dianne Saunders Chris & Janet Wheeler Russell & Dorothy Viney George & Win Saunders

Our pastors’ hours

Scott is out of the office this week.

Roger is on leave this week.

Stewards: Nigel Anderson (L), Doug Richards, Michael Rush, Mostyn Veith, Ross Murfett.

Morning Tea: Aileen Devereux

Please be in prayer for the Pastoral Search Team

being formed as we seek for a new Pastor. Pray for guidance in the make-up of the Team and for wisdom and discernment as the Team begin this important role in our Church life.

Tue 10.00am - 1.00pm 2.00pm - 5.00pm Thur 10-00am - 1.00pm Fri 10.00am - 1.00pm

Pray for Scott & Dale & the family as they begin the journey into a new place of ministry. Pray that God will be very real to them as they seek his guidance and pursue the path he is laying before them.

Pray for the new season unfolding in the life of our fellowship—that our hearts will be prepared for what is bringing into being. Pray for the person who God is calling to take the role of Senior Pastor.

Donald Spurr had an appointment with the surgeon on Friday and should soon know the scheduled date for surgery. Donald & Susan appreciate your prayers.

Pray for Elaine Woods’ son-in-law, Brett, whose father died this week. Pray for the family as they support Brett at this sad time.

Your used stamps can raise funds for Mission! All you need to do is cut the stamp from the envelope, leaving a 5mm border (trimming stamps too closely makes them unusable) & place in the marked box in the Walkway.

On every 2nd Wednesday 7pm-9pm

For Young Adults (grade 10 & older)

at 3 Fordham Drive Supper is provided Contact: Sam Jordan 0459 508 051

It’s all about Discovering Jesus, Becoming like Jesus and learning to Communicate his love.

Each Thursday during school terms 4.30pm—6.00pm In the Green Room

kinder to grade 7 Contact Clare Parry for details

0427 262 615

A fun time for

Girls

Friday nights 6.30pm—8.30pm at Sam’s house

(3 Fordham Drive)

For young people (grade 5-12) Most nights we have a heap of games and a study where we look at relevant and important topics. We also have regular socials, events and camps.

Now available for sale

in the Office

Carol has updated the stock of her beautiful photo cards, which sell for only $3.00 each and raise funds for Ona Network and Rehoch.

Come in to the office during office hours to purchase these lovely cards.

The tables used in the Main Hall for Chat ‘n’ Choose will remain set up until the end of the term. If this is inconvenient please just push them aside during your activities and move them back once you have finished.

The Lost Property Cupboard is located off the Foyer, next to the Prayer Room.

www.devonportbaptists.org.au click on Sermons.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

We now have Building Evacuation plans located near door exits in the Church complex.

Please check them out.

There will be a practice fire evacuation drill in the next few weeks. Make sure you know where your closest exit is and where you need to assemble. Please see Peter Mountney if you have any questions.

Supporting missions. Empty containers are in the Walkway.

Filled 5c containers can be given to George Devereux.

Sunday 9.30am Prayer before Worship—in the Prayer Room 10.00am Worship Service—auditorium

Wednesday 10.00am Don College Practice—in auditorium 7.00pm A.A.—in the Lounge 7.30pm Sing Australia—Green Room

Thursday 10.00am Chat’n’Choose—all halls 4.30pm Girls’ Biz—in the halls

Friday 6.00pm Special Olympics Bowls— Main Hall 7.00pm Ladies’ Retreat commences at Eagles’ Rise, Sisters Beach. Saturday **Car park available for D.H.S. event** 6.00pm Fellowship Club—in the Green Room Sunday 10.00am Worship Service—auditorium 1.00pm TMTA workshop—auditorium

It’s time to start packing your Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes. Boxes and leaflets are available in

the Walkway. Boxes will be collected on Sun 30th Oct.

Please make sure you ready the leaflet carefully as some items are not able to be transported overseas.

A $9.00 donation with each box will cover transport costs. You can donate online: operationchristmaschild.org.au/shoeboxdonations or use the form on the leaflet to enclose cash or cheque.

You are invited to join with Fellowship Club for a shared meal in the Green Room (West Hall) on Saturday 15th October, at 6.00pm.

Please bring a casserole or savoury dish to share. Sweets will be provided. For more information please contact G & A Devereux: 6424 1068

Roger Quilliam is speaking at Sassafras this morning.

Ted Nibbs is speaking at Georgetown Baptist Church today.

Pray for David Roffe as his interim ministry at CityWide, Hobart continues for the rest of this year.

Sunday 23rd October, 2016

A Special Church Family Meeting will be held, immediately following the Church service, to ratify the Pastoral Search Team.

Frank is away and Kevin no longer available to mow the lawns at church. Can you help out with the lawn mowing around DBC? It’s not a huge task, but it is a regular one. If you can help, contact the Church office.

Donna would appreciate it if you could bring a plate of afternoon tea to help with catering. Talk to Donna to find out more: 0458 688 309

News from our DBC mission families

The Hallams: WEC, Sydney The family are enjoying their new apartment, and now have a guest room! Jess is helping organise a Prayer Gathering taking place at the end of Oct. Ben is busy with WEC Centre management & maintenance, & is looking forward to the arrival of a volunteer to help finish kitchen renovations.

The Magupas: ONA Network, Tanzania Give thanks to our Lord for Frank's safe trip to Tanzania. Pray for wisdom as Franks feels he should terminate Erica's employment on medical grounds. Erica is the nurse in charge who over the past few months has been struggling with severe pain due to spine injury following a fall. Please pray for Erica's health. The last lot of the 900 cataract packs have arrived, we urgently need about AU$ 2k to clear customs because we can't get tax exempt this time or if we do it will take too long, storage fee will end up more than the tax exemption. Please join us in prayers for funds availability. To support ONA Network financially, please use the special envelopes in the Walkway

Chris & Amy The process of extending their student visas is nearly complete. C&A are also going ahead in their language skills. They are getting serious about exploring long-term placements. J & E are back at school after mid-year holidays—J has 5 half days & E 3 half days per week. They are loving it!

PO Box 3197 Birkdale 4159 Chris: 0475 791 878 Amy: 0413 569 559

48 Woodside Avenue West Strathfield, NSW 2135 jess.hallam@wec.com.au ben.hallam@wec.com.au PRAYER BEFORE WORSHIP

9.30am Sunday in the Prayer Room.

*Remember to pray daily for our Pastors & their families.*

Mon 10th Baptcare Karingal are in the process of appointing a new chaplain. Pray for wisdom & discernment as they meet.

Tue 11th During this month of Prayer & Fasting for marriages and Families, pray that marriages will be strengthened. Pray too for families in distress.

Wed 12th Pray for the community groups meeting in our halls today: A.A. and Sing Australia.

Thur 13th Chat’n’Choose & Girls’ Biz resume their programs today. Pray for a sense of excitement as leaders and participants come together following the holiday break. Pray that friendships will deepen & grow.

Fri 14th J-Walkers resumes tonight. Pray that Sam will be filled with wisdom and understanding as he leads the young people for times of fun and growing in God.

Sat 15th Bill Crowder is speaking at the Bible Conference at Ulverstone Baptist Church today. Pray for minds and hearts to be open to what God is saying through his teaching.

All your DBC Prayer points for the week at a glance

Sun 16th Today is Freedom Sunday when we are asked to pray for those impacted by human trafficking. Resources to help you understand this issue are available at stopthetraffik.com.au/freedomsunday

Chris & Amy: Pray for wisdom as decisions are made about where to head long-term. Pray for Amy as she juggles family & study commitments, and especially now she is pregnant. Pray for a suitable person to help around the house.

The Hallams: Pray for Ben & Jess during the school holidays, that they will be able to combine family time with work. Pray for their trip to WA in October to attend a family wedding, especially the long night flights.

Ona Network: Pray for the funds needed to pay customs clearance for the latest cataract packs: $2,000 Pray for Erica, nurse in charge, who is struggling with severe back pain. Pray for wisdom for Frank as he discerns termination of Erica’s employment on health grounds.

ReHoch: Pray for Annie as she seeks to sow the things of God into the lives of those around her. Thank God for her commitment to developing the potential of vulnerable children.

Bible Conference with Bill Crowder at Ulverstone Baptist Church Saturday 16th October, 2016

10.00am-3.00pm

Bill Crowder is Vice-President of Teaching with Daily Bread Ministries, and hosts the Discover the Word radio program. Join him as he unpacks 1 & 2 Kings, and the story of Elisha.

Registration forms are in the Walkway. Registration closes 5th October.

At St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church (corner Paterson & St. John St, Launceston)

Sunday 23rd October 2.00pm

Theme: The Sovereignty of Jesus

An offering to support Fellowship of Overseas Christian University

Students will be taken.

Enquiries: David Hallett 0455 102 191 Facebook: Hymns That Live Email: hymnsthatlive@gmail.com

Musicians include Richard Levett on trumpet, Andrew Polden (trombone) & David Hallett (pipe organ).