‘The Bridge’ - 26 August 2022
A message from Sandra
Kia ora tatou,
Just as every person is unique, with their specific set of gifts and talents, I believe each church in the Church of God has its own unique calling and giftings. Which leads us to ask, what is the calling that God has placed on the collective heart of Levin Uniting? In 2019, the Parish Council, confirmed by us all, discerned that God is calling us to
Build Bridges. Uniting People in the Love of God.
This vision has guided our mission and ministry since. So how have we fared over the past year? And what initiatives might we focus on in this church year? These questions and others will be explored at our parish meeting this Sunday. Please come along. Like God's mission, your voice and your input is important.
Kia whakapaingia koe e te Atua.
The blessings of God be with you.
Sandra
Worship this Sunday at 10am
Bridges of Hospitality
This Sunday, Liz Barrow leads our worship as we explore the scripture Hebrews 13:1-8,15,16. Please note there will not be any morning tea this Sunday as the meeting will be held directly after the service.
Special General Meeting
Sunday 28 August
Following the 10am service on the 28th, there will be a Special General Meeting where this year's budget and mission goals will be presented for discussion and adoption. The documents were emailed earlier this week and hardcopies given out last Sunday. Please bring them with you as there are limited copies left.
All ladies welcome. Come along this Thursday 1st September at 9.45am for a cuppa and a catch up before the meeting starts at 10am.
Levin Monthly Market
Saturday 3rd September, 8.30am - 12pm in the hall complex.
Our long term tenants Senior Net have given up their room as they no longer receive government funding. They have been with us for a very long time and it will be strange not having them there, however we welcome Age Concern into that space next week who will be using the room for their various activities they are are unable to hold in their office space in Durham St. This will also include letting Senior Net continue their good work with their clinic at least once a week. We are sure this will be a win win for our community. The works team have been extremely busy this week getting the space ready and we can not thank you enough for coming through again at short notice.
Refugee Resettlement
After many delays resettlement of Refugee Families is now a certainty for our town. Levin has been allocated two Columbian Families, the first of a total of 80 to be settled here.
As yet flights to New Zealand for the two families have not been confirmed but August 22 is the proposed date for their arrival in Levin. We don’t know the make-up of the families but it is clear there will be children.
As a Church we have undertaken to supply School Bags and School Supplies. Apart from that the following are ways in which individuals might help. All former Refugees feel the cold terribly so knitted beanies, scarves, Sox, gloves, and slippers are much needed as are warm jackets and jerseys.
If you are unable to do any of the above, monetary contributions are very welcome and may be made to the Church tagged Refugee Resettlement.
Seasons for Growth Adult Grief programme
Change and loss are part of life, and grief is a normal response. Seasons for Growth for adults is an innovative education programme which explores the effects of change, loss and grief. A trained ‘Companion’ facilitates the small group programme, in which participants explore feelings, memories, loss and grief in a safe and creative way. Seasons for Growth is an education programme. It does not provide counselling or therapy. It is not a religious programme.
Registrations are essential. For information on upcoming courses contact:
Sandra Williams
m: 027 296 8849
e: seasons@levinuniting.org.nz
Pastoral Care
If you or someone you know would like a visit, our Pastoral Care team is on call. Please do not hesitate to call one of the Senior Lay Leaders and they will connect you with one of our visitors.