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Hi everyone,

I’m including the notes for our Life Builders course in this posting. Be sure to have a copy with you when you attend your Life Groups. If you can’t go to Life Group this week, why don’t you download a study and spend some time going through it. Any time that we spend with God is valuable time.

 We’ve had some wonderful times at church recently. God is moving in our 10for10 program and we’re seeing Him not only bring finances in, but also seeing people’s faith begin to be engaged. God is showing Himself faithful. He’s always looking to bless His kids. 2 Chronicles 16:9 is a wonderful verse letting us know that He is always searching for people to reveal Himself to.

 This weekend will be a treat as we’ve got David and Natalie Tensen coming to minister. David & Natalie were part of our church family for about ten years when they heard and responded to God’s call to the missionfield of Japan. With their second child due in May, the Tensen’s have recently relocated back to the Sunshine Coast. We’ll hear testimony of the goodness of God this weekend.

On Sunday May 4th, we’ll be having a Church Family BBQ with a difference. To celebrate our 12 week Life Group challenge, we’ll be going to Rob and Tina’s property for a BBQ, bonfire, and all-round fun afternoon/evening. Details will follow shortly, but please plan to attend. We’ll have the usual sausages and drinks available for sale. BYO chairs, cricket bats, guitars, etc. It’s going to be a great celebration of life together.

May 11 is Mother’s Day and we will again ensure that our Mum’s are blessed during our church service. Don’t wait to appreciate someone until you don’t have them! We’ll conclude May with ministry from Ps Michael Mackerell from Caboolture Christian Church. His wife, Ps Karen ministered powerfully last month, so I’m excitedly waiting for the Word God will speak through Ps Michael.

Have a great week church. Choose to break free of those things that would bind you. Incline your ear to the voice of the Holy Spirit and He will guide you safely through life. Blessings to you,

Ps Kelly

Hi family,

It’s been a while since I stopped to say hello via email, so thought I’d start today! Our Building Foundations series has been going well, with many people refreshed in their understanding of some of our foundational beliefs as Christians. Remember that if you would like a copy of the study notes, just go to our website http://www.bribieccc.com/ to download them. Life Groups are well-underway. If you’re not part of one, why not join a group this week!

So, what’s coming up at Bribie in the next few weeks?

THIS WEEKEND - We are going to take up a miracle offering this weekend - to the glory of God! This offering will begin to fund some building refurbishments to enable us to open our facilities up to and to be a blessing to the community of Bribie Island. Beyond the money side of things, I’m believing that everyone who gives will be exercising their faith. This is a great thing family! The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NKJV) “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” So often, we walk by what we can see and what we can figure out rather than from a position of faith. As you exercise your faith this weekend and over the 10for10 period, remember the words of Psalm 34:8 (NKJV) “Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good; Blessed is the man who trusts in Him!”

WEEKEND OF IMPACT

We’ve got three great speakers travelling to Bribie to bring the Word of God to our church next weekend. Please make every effort to attend these meetings with an open and receptive heart. I assure you, God will speak! With both a Men’s Breakfast and a Women’s Afternoon tea, this weekend is perfect for everyone! Register this weekend at Parables Bookshop or call the church office.

WOMEN’S CONFERENCES - Some of our ladies are away in Sydney this week for the Colour Conference. I’m looking forward to the good reports that will come from that time with God. Ladies remember the State Women’s Conference ‘One Voice’ is on from May 29-31 in Caloundra. Spots are limited. Please see Ps Kelly or Cynthia if you’re interested in attending.

EASTER SERVICES - Easter is fast approaching - can you believe it?!?! Our 1hr Good Friday service is at 9am on 21 March with our Easter Sunday celebration service at 9am on March 23^rd. The combined churches Walk of Faith is on again on Good Friday and the Uniting Church is again hosting a dawn service on Woorim Beach on Easter Sunday.

I look forward to seeing everyone on Sunday. Until then, have a wonderful week.

Blessings,

Ps Kelly

Welcome back to Life Groups for 2008. This week most of our Life Groups have kicked of the year with a bang, enjoying a range of activites from BBQ’s to pancake nights to doing coffee and lunch at a local cafe. From all reports, it’s been a great week getting to know everyone. Some groups will begin this coming week with some more fun times ahead.

‘Stick em up!’ was the title of my message last Sunday. I spoke on the glue that holds things together, stating that our Life Group Ministry is the glue that will cause this church to stick together. From that position of unity, we can focus up and out and see the explosion that God has planned for our Island. John 17 sees three distinct prayers that Jesus prays - for Himself (connecting with God), for His disciples (connecting with each other) and for all who will believe (connecting with new people). Everyone who was in church last Sunday received a copy of Word for Today, which is an Aussie devotional that all of us can use daily to connect with God. Life Groups provide opportunity to connect with each other and to build friendships with new people. My encouragement is that all at BCCC find themselves connected in a Life Group - connected to God, to each other and to new people. It’s a 12 week challenge I call all to accept. At the end of the 12 week period, we’ll celebrate at our Breakfree Camp on the Sunshine Coast.

 Remember that this weekend, we have Vision Sunday! Come expecting to hear from God and you most definately will. We’re also conducting a prayer meeting on Sunday at 5pm to continue to pray for the children of Bribie.

 See you in church family!

Ps Kelly

Hi all,

I have named 2008 The Year of Explosion. Just as a bomb explodes up and then out, so I believe we as the church of God need to look up and out. We need to focus our attention up and out. We need to focus our energy up and out. I’d encourage you this year to develop your skills at looking up to Jesus and out to others. God has great things in store for our fellowship and I’m excited to be walking the journey with you.

Life Groups will be up and running soon, so stay tuned for more details there. If you want to connect with people, you need to be in a Life Group.

Blessings,

Ps Kelly

October 12^th, 2007 - The Year of Opportunity

Hi church!

Ps Chris and our youth are ministering in Gayndah this weekend. Please pray for safety and for the Gospel of Jesus to be relevantly and effectively revealed.

How are you smart? Are you smarter than a 5^th grader? My sermon was called ‘Are you smarter than a 5^th grader’ last Sunday because I believe that the answer is a resounding ‘yes’, but only if you use the unique gifts and talents that God has given each one of you. I spoke from Luke 19 - the story of Zacchaeus’ encounter with Jesus and how each of us can be smart if we:

• IDENTIFY OUR GIFT
• MEASURE OUR GIFT
• USE OUR GIFT
• EXPAND OUR GIFT

Please remember that all messages are recorded. Sharon Kempster takes orders personally, or see Parables Bookshop for details.

What’s On…

Church, there are so many wonderful events happening in the life of our church. Why don’t you take yourself and someone else along to some of them!

High Frequency Kids Church: After a break for the holidays and for our incredibly successful Kids Kamp, our children’s ministry is back in action this Sunday @ 9am. Kids Time Out recommences October 19^th. Contact Tracey ptbeaton@bribieccc.com

Missions Service: The Great Commission found in Matthew 28 was not optional. Jesus clearly says that we are all to ‘go’. On Sunday October 21^st, we will be hosting missionaries Dema & Michelle Kapurzhanov from Kazakhastan. Come to be blessed and importantly, to be a blessing - 5pm at the church.

Saturday October 27: Bribie Christian Community Church are hosting Michael & Vicki Delport on Saturday October 27^th. Michael will speak at the men’s breakfast, commencing at 7:30am. Cost is $10 per person. At 9am the doors will open for an eye-opening financial seminar. Michael’s specialties are property planning & development, financial planning & management, wealth coaching, and personal development seminars. This two part seminar costs $15 per person, with morning tea included. If you attend both the men’s breakfast and the financial seminar and pay before October 23^rd, the package will cost you only $20. Register at Parables Bookshop today or contact Cynthia cynthial@bribieccc.com for more details.

This is an opportunity not to be missed!

Sunday 28 October: After the morning service (28/10/2007) we will be conducting our Annual General Meeting. Please make an effort to attend, as reports from the last year will be presented along with other important updates. Questions? Contact Sue sueg@bribieccc.com

Water Baptism & Family BBQ in the Park: The Scriptures tell us to ‘repent & be baptised’. In simple obedience to the Scriptures, we will conduct a baptism service after church on Sunday November 4^th at Crest Park. If you’re interested in being baptised, you’ll need to attend a class with Ps Chris after the service next week (October 21^st). Contact Ps Chris for more details chrisc@bribieccc.com

Operation Christmas Child: Once again church, we’re preparing to give generously to the work of Samaritan’s Purse in putting together shoe boxes for children’s gifts in underprivileged nations. We’ve only got a limited time to get these amazing blessings organised and in. Please ensure your box is at the church by the end of this month. Tina is coordinating our church effort. Pamphlets detailing what to put in and what to not put in these boxes are on the information table. Contact Tina robtina@aapt.net.au for more details.

Conferences:

          Hillsong Men’s Conference 2-3 Nov in Sydney

          Planetshakers Youth Conference 7-10 Jan

Tomorrow night there’s a combined church ladies event at Caboolture Full Gospel Church. Ladies, we’re meeting at the church at 6pm if you’re interested in attending.

Looking forward to seeing you all on Sunday,

Ps Kelly

 September 12^th, 2007 - The Year of Opportunity

Hi church!

Ps Chris preached from 1 Samuel 17 - the epic story of David & Goliath. He identified 3 signposts of your spirit getting old:

•1)     Your vision will become dim

•2)     We become cynical people

•3)     Self wins

Church, remember to lift your eyes to see the greatness of your God, refusing to allow your circumstances to dictate the size of your God!

What’s On…

Kids Kamp United: Our Kamp is only 2 weeks away! Leaders and children alike are excited about what God is going to do during this week away together. God is a God of wonders and a God of the impossible. Church, would you believe with me for an extra $2000 to come in between now and September 24^th. We have a whole group of kids and junior leaders who have financial situations limiting them from coming. We don’t want anyone to miss out! Please ask God if you might be able to contribute financially to help kids come on Kamp. Most importantly, ask our Incredible God for His provision for His Kids on His Kamp.

Focus Team: Please note that there will be no Focus Team meeting on September 24th due to Kids Kamp. We will now meet the following Monday night, 7pm @ church.

Mercy Shop: Vacancies are available for retail work in the Mercy Shop (Mon & Thurs PM) - see Ps Bernd for details. New rosters for September are available on the back table.

BCCCare & Cadet Training and Employment: If you are interested in rebuilding your career, upgrading your skills or just wanting to make a difference, then please talk to Ps Bernd about the variety of opportunities available.

Combined Churches Women’s Event: Saturday night, October 13^th @ Caboolture. It would be tremendous for the women of BCCC to join with the wider Christian community around worship and The Word. More details to follow soon.

Hillsong Men’s Conference: This conference is coming up quickly. It’s on November 2^nd-3^rd in Sydney. Invest into your future and invest into this conference. For details, go to mensconference@hillsong.com

Have a wonderful week church,

Ps Kelly

 August 14^th, 2007 - The Year of Opportunity

Hi church!

Some thoughts from Sunday’s message on Joining the Lifesavers:

• Swim between the flags
• Danger exists in the water
• Drifting is dangerous
• Murky water reduces vision
• Swim in pairs
• Turbulent water denies breath and direction is lost
• The lifeguard wants you to enjoy life
• Don’t blame the lifeguard - listen to Him!
• The lifeguard can save you when He hears your cry for help

1 John 3:16 (NIV)

“This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.”

Jesus is our Saviour - our lifesaver. Let’s work with Him to see others know the truth and our Island impacted for His glory!

What’s On…

Guest Ministry: This Sunday (19^th) we are privileged to have Ps Jonathan Young from Auckland, N.Z. preaching. Come prepared to bless the man of God.

Church Prayer: Not everyone can sing. Not everyone can preach. But, everyone can pray! Grab a few people this week and spend some time together praying, anticipating power from heaven to meet with you.

Golden Wedding Anniversary: Our whole church is invited to celebrate with Fred & Audrey on August 13^th, 5:30pm. Details on the church noticeboard.

Woman to Woman: Carol is looking for final numbers for Woman to Woman registrations. 

Queensland Christian Women leaders training day 25 Aug-see Ps Kelly ASAP if you want to attend.

Upcoming camps:

• Kids Kamp: 24-28 September for kids 8-13yrs. See Paul & Tracey
• Youth Camp: Stand Camp 5-7 October. See Chris

Westbrook’s farewell: Saturday 1st September, 2pm @ church. If you haven’t received an invitation, please let the church office know and we’ll get one to you ASAP.  Don’t forget to RSVP by Monday 27^th August.

Have a wonderful week church,

Ps Kelly