Building for Eternity
Archive for May, 2007
Transformations
4 years ago
by Lyndall Bailey
in News
This week a sixth class boy was visiting one of our Scripture classes and asked the teacher could he transfer from non-scripture because he was really interested in what was being discussed.
Someone else asked for a Bible because she recognised it as a source of inspiration. Meanwhile 34 small groups met to discuss God’s word.
Two of our young adults are heading off for short term mission overseas, Stephen Reid to Russia and Julie Batten to Africa.
Last weekend 70 women gathered together at Waterslea, to be encouraged, challenged and to nurture and forge new and existing friendships.
At D.A.C. this was a fairly normal week.
Lives are being transformed by God’s grace. God is giving us opportunities each week to minister to an ever increasing number of people. Please read the Financial Report on the back as this is not the time to be cutting back on our ministries.
Stephen Semenchuk
When We Get It Right!
4 years ago
by Lyndall Bailey
in News
9.08am Saturday morning the 12th May, 35 people gathered to share the results of many hours of work. There were technical people, practical people, hardworking people, artistic people, visionary people and some people who were probably just wondering what they were doing out of bed on Saturday morning.
Our building project task groups were gathered to share their insights into the fit-out and use of the new building. As we heard reports from each group it became quickly apparent that much prayer and hard thinking had occurred. As we shared visions of how each space would come alive with ministry, it was exciting to see all the possibilities.
It was church body life in action. The ideas and issues raised demonstrated the great value of involving a wide group of talented people.
As our understanding grew, so did our ability to solve problems and improve the plan. Many issues have been solved with win/win outcomes, some others still need a creative spark.
Very soon a final (well almost) plan will be produced to coincide with our Development Approval from Council. Pray that our DA will move through Council very soon!
Stephen Semenchuk