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Church Picnic
Come and join the RCRC Church Family for a time of fun and fellowship and enjoy a BYO Picnic.
When: 24th May 2009
Time 11.30am onwards
Where: Apex Park, corner of Starkey and Sturgeon Streets, Ormiston
What to bring: Food, Drinks, Chairs and Friends
We look forward to seeing you there!
Welcoming Luncheon
Are you new to Redlands Christian Reformed Church?
Then you are invited to a Welcome to the RCRC Family Luncheon.
When: Sunday 19th April 2009
Time: 11am (straight after the morning church service)
This will be a time of getting to know one another, to meet the Pastors Dave, and Keith and the RCRC Elders, a time of fellowship, food and an introduction to the RCRC ministries and missions.
Please RSVP to Sherri by the 15th April 2009
E-mail: communitylife@redlandscrc.org.au or phone 0415 835 533
We look forward to seeing you there.
"Let's start making a difference together"
9am Sermon Details
Revelation 2:18-29
This morning we continue the series dealing with the seven letters to the churches in Revlation; this is letter number 4.
Again, one of the biggest problems - also of this church - is compromise with the world.
False teaching continues to plague these young churches, and accompanied with that is an immoral lifestyle. The Lord is angry when he sees that there is an attitude of tolerance and broadmindedness, on the part of those churchmembers who remain faithful.
Judgment is certainly to follow, and we have to ask ourselves whether our view of God and Jesus is sufficiently anchored in Scripture. Do we see Jesus only as Saviour, without realizing He is also Judge?
Easter 2009
Late last Sunday evening the ABC showed a 'Compass' program, entitled 'The Hidden Story of Jesus'. It was a presentation by an English theologian whose aim it was to find similarities between the story of Jesus, and stories of other religions.
And there certainly appear to be some similarities. One thing however was glaringly absent in his presentation, and that was the UNIQUENESS of the Christan story!
The death and resurrection of Jesus should have been presented as absolutely different from what any other religion offers!
For without Jesus taking upon Himself the righteous judgment of God against US, and without Jesus rising again, proving thereby that His saving work was truly done, what hope do we have? None!
Let us celebrate Easter 2009 by not just singing about the wonderful resurrection news, but let us celebrate daily in response to the Easter news by LIVING A NEW LIFE!
Warmest greetings,
Keith
Services this Weekend
Good Friday service will be at 9am, Easter Sunday service will also be at 9am. There will be no evening service on Easter Sunday. We encourage everyone to participate in the Redlands Easter Family Festival at the Showgrounds.
Missing Cables
10 days ago the Matthew Stanley Foundation had a function in the hall and their speaker cables were left in the corner where the trolley goes. If anyone moved them, could you please let Margaret in the Office know so that they can be returned to Paul.
Sturgeon St Boundary Re-alignment program / Property Sale
Dear Church Family,
At previous congregational meetings, the building committee through the Church Council has outlined its program to do a "boundary realignment" on the adjoining church properties that included property numbers 88 and 90 Sturgeon St. After a long process the Redlands City Council has processed our application and permitted the DA to go ahead.
The building committee has recommended to the Church Council that the bestmanner for RCRC to move forward with its desire to reduce debt, is to sell the house at number 88 Sturgeon St as is. This is a 3 bedroom home on 923 sqmeters of land. This property could be used as a duplex site as it falls within the U1 property rating. A separate DA would need to be lodged. It is currently being used as a short term rental, returning $300 per week.
The Church Council now wish to make the property firstly available to anybody who is connected to RCRC for a discounted price of $375,000.
We will allow a period of 3 weeks (up to 26th April 2009) for people to make known their expressions of interest in the property. If at the end of that period we receive more than 1 expression of interest, then the Church Council will hold a ballot to decide the final purchaser. We encourage you all to surround and support this program with your prayer. Contact Eddie Bos (0416 000 600 bos@royalfoods.com.au) until April 16th, and Frank Hemelaar (0416 000 500) hemelaar@royalfoods.com.au) after April 16th.
In Christ,
Eddie Bos Facilities Committee
The Life of Jesus - Great Viewing
The Life of Jesus documentary is to be shown nationally on Channel 7 on Good Friday 10th April at 1pm (check local times outside NSW). Presented by John Dickson, the Life of Jesus was shot on location in Israel. This is an excellent evangelistic opportunity to share the life, deeds and teachings of Jesus with people. A leaflet can be downloaded by clicking on www.gospeloutreach.com.au/resources/lifeofjesus.jpg
This Sunday evening
We'd love to see you there for another Easter lead-up message and time of worship and fellowship at 5pm.
Church Trivia Night (& Slave Auction)!
The HSM Solomon Islands Mission Trip team are putting on a huge Trivia Night fundraiser for absolutely anybody and everybody! We'd love for you to come and support us and be a part of a fun-filled social evening:
When: 2 May, 2009.
Time: 7:00pm - 10:00pm.
Where: The Church.
Cost:
$10.00 (individual ticket).
$80.00 (table ticket).
Bring: Supper and snacks to share with your table.
We'd love it if you could get a table together with friends, family or small group (approx. 8 people) and get ready to compete in the ultimate trivia night. Or, if it's just yourself and a couple of friends, that's great too. We'll make sure there's teams and tables for everyone!
And if you're looking for some extra help around the house or maybe some babysitting, stick around for the slave auction. Seven healthy young people are excited about doing your jobs for up to five hours at just the right price.
Don't miss out! Entertainment and enjoyment is guaranteed!
This coming Sunday morning
It's quite possible to look at the life of Judas Iscariot and see a reflection of ourselves, isn't it? Many of us enjoy a relationship with Jesus and have walked with him for quite some time, but, just like Judas, we've often used that relationship for selfish gain and personal agendas. Yet, the most amazing part of the story of Judas is that Jesus never stopped offering his hand of friendship. Jesus' response to the man who betrayed him was to be gracious and loving, always ready to forgive. Thanks to Jesus, we don't have to share the same destiny as Judas. He offers us his hand, that we might accept his grace, no matter where we are in life, and be his friend for all eternity.
Spring Church Picnic
Come and join the RCRC Church Family for a time of fun and fellowship and enjoy a BYO Picnic.
When: 24th May 2009
Time: 11.30am onwards
Where: Apex Park, corner of Starkey and Sturgeon Streets, Ormiston
What to bring: Food, Drinks, Chairs and Friends
We look forward to seeing you there!
Welcoming Luncheon
Are you new to Redlands Christian Reformed Church?
Then you are invited to a Welcome to the RCRC Family Luncheon.
When: Sunday 19th April 2009
Time: 11am (straight after the morning church service)
This will be a time of getting to know one another, to meet the Pastors Dave, and Keith and the RCRC Elders, a time of fellowship, food and an introduction to the RCRC ministries and missions.
Please RSVP to Sherri by the 15th April 2009
E-mail: communitylife@redlandscrc.org.au or phone 0415 835 533.
We look forward to seeing you there.
"Let's start making a difference together"
Next Car Wash
Saturday 4th April
8.00am - 12.00pm
We need helpers to wash cars, cook sausages and serve morno's to our clients. Contact Damien Watson Ph 3829 3468 for more info.
Long term house sitting jobs wanted
Lachie & Bonnie Black are looking for their next house!
Want peace of mind that your home will be safe while you travel? Have a lovely Christian couple come and look after your house/pet while you're away. It's free!!
We are looking for house sitting jobs from July 3rd 2009 until the end of January 2010.
If you or someone you know needs some house sitting done (3 week minimum) in South-East Brisbane please contact Bonnie Black on 0401 526 442 or by email, bonnie.sikkema@gmail.com
Holiday Kids Church
Are you able to supervise a small group of children during the morning or night service on the school holidays? The dates required are the 12th & 19th April. All equipment provided!
If you are available please contact Lisa Keegan on lisa@redlandscrc.org.au or 0421 832 064.
It would be wonderful if we are able to provide these services to families in our congregations.
Lisa
Kids Games 2009
29th June - 3rd July
Can you help with kids games 2009?
Are you gifted in craft, cooking, leading, helping, cleaning,
photography, administration, prayer .....
Please sign up at the welcome desk during April to support Kids Games.
Any questions contact Lisa Keegan on lisa@redlandscrc.org.au or 0421 832 064
Let the games begin....90 days to go!
REFF Request
Thanks to all those who signed up to volunteer for Redlands Easter Family Festival. There is still a need for more volunteers. If you can help, please contact Doug Klitscher -
doug_judyklitscher@hotmail.com, 3207 2689
Family Camp approaching
Only four weeks to go to Family camp. A great long weekend of fun and fellowship. Old friendships are renewed and new ones are made. Heaps of free time to swim, play sport, socialise, or do nothing. The food is plentiful. Sleeping arrangements are dormitory style. Guest speaker is Jack De Vries on the topic of "Multiplying Disciples". Great social program for kids and adults. Bush dance with "The Burning Bush Band" on Saturday night. The location is Currimundi Recreation Camp on the beach on the Sunshine Coast near Caloundra. There are over 100 enrolments already. Dates are Friday night 1st May through to Monday morning 4th May (May Day long weekend). Final numbers need to be in by 20th April. See your local rep for further details.
Marriage Course coming up
The Marriage Course will begin on Wednesday evening April 22, 7.15 till 9.30, and after that it will run for 6 more consecutive Wednesday evenings.
A number of couples have already enrolled; don't miss out this time. See Miranda or Peter, Emmy or Keith, for some more information.
Prayer and Praise Reports
- Margaret VandenAkker went to hospital this week to have a new pacemaker fitted.
- Ger Mostert was so happy to be able to return home on Tuesday, having spent 6 weeks in Greenslopes hospital. John Kapinga also was able to go home after some days in hospital.
Today Devotional Booklets
In March we received correspondence from Back to God Ministries in USA regarding the distribution of the Today Devotionals. Unfortunately they are unable to continue mailing these out internationally at no cost to the readers.
They have, however, offered a couple of options, should you wish to continue receiving these devotions.
1. register to receive the TODAY free every day via email at their website www.ThisIsToday.net
2. Register for free audio podcasts or RSS feed
3. Purchase an annual print subscription for US$12 via the online store at www.ThisIsToday.net
4. Subscribe by postal mail - see Ingeborg for details.
It is the prayer of Back to God Ministries that you might continue to be blessed and to bless others through their ministry.
Twenty20 is back
With 4 weeks until the return of the 'Churches Cricket' Twenty20 competition it's time to enlist our RCRC side for 2009. This is a social all ages (min 15) competition contested in the Redlands against other local churches. The season is just 10 weeks long and all games are played from 1-4 on a Saturday afternoon. Come and meet some new friends from your Church and swing a bat or ball in the process. Plus everyone looks good wearing fluro orange.
If you're interested we'd love to hear from you so email Josh at josh.hemelaar@gelita.com
Prayer
- Mrs. Ger Mostert is doing much better, and even though she is still in Greenslopes hospital, she hopes to return to the retirement village next week. There is a good possibility that she's able to go back to her independent-living unit, otherwise she will go to a hostel unit. She hopes to celebrate her 89th birthday in May, the oldest member of the Redlands congregation.
- Also in Greenslopes is Mr. John Kapinga; he was diagnosed with a severe case of
diverticulitus (bowel problems). He is in good spirits, and very likely will be home again before the weekend. - Mr. Dawid Botha did receive news of the death of his mother in South Africa. He had only just been there to visit her.
- Let us remember in prayer those who are not well, and also those who are grieving.
- Thanks to God for the blessing to Julie and Ben Lawson with the birth of Joseph Martin a brother for Matthew and Denna.
5pm Sermon Details
People say that you cannot penetrate a rock. The surface is just too hard. Tonight we will meet Peter, a rock-solid follower of Jesus who crumbled under pressure. But something even more powerful changed his life forever. Jack De Vries joins us for the series "The Way Up is Down" as we look at the gospel account of Peter's denial (Matt 26:31-35; 69-75). In his message, "The Glance Awakening", Jack will show from Peter's life how through the tough times of life God can work his purposes in and through us.
Jack De Vries
Ministry Training Coordinator
9am Sermon Details
Have you ever wondered what the alternative to Easter would be? Ever wondered what your life would be if Jesus had refused to be arrested, called 12 legions of angels to his side, destroyed the Romans, and ruled over all mankind? The Bible says he was tempted. But while it all sounds heroic and exciting, we would not be so blessed if he had. We would still be weighed down by sin, guilty in the sight of the conquering King, and ultimately dead. Thankfully Jesus did the will of his Father - humbly and obediently - he responded to God. For us that means life, also under God's will, serving him and looking forward to an eternity with him.
Dan Kroon
Backyard Mission - Meeting
A meeting for all is being held to look at the future direction of Backyard Mission and how we can better support the community. This will be Tuesday 24 March 7:30 pm at the church. Please come and support this mission.
Contact Chris van for more details. cmvan@optusnet.com.au
Welcoming Luncheon
Are you new to Redlands Christian Reformed Church?
Then you are invited to a Welcome to the RCRC Family Luncheon.
When: Sunday 19th April 2009
Time: 11am (straight after the morning church service)
This will be a time of getting to know one another, to meet the Pastors Dave, and Keith and the RCRC Elders, a time of fellowship, food and an introduction to the RCRC ministries and missions.
Please RSVP to Sherri by the 15th April 2009
E-mail: communitylife@redlandscrc.org.au or phone 0415 835 533
We look forward to seeing you there.
"Let's start making a difference together"
Marriage Course 2009
In 6 weeks time we hope to start the Marriage Course 2009. Get ready for 7 consecutive Wednesday evenings, from 7.30 till 9.30 pm.
The dates will be: April 22, 29, May 6,13,20,27, June 3.
There will be some modest costs involved: for the workbooks for each participant, and for coffe/tea and heaps of goodies!
We do have to order the participants manuals (2 per couple), and some other matters need to be organized too, so let us knowa.s.a.p. whether you will be there.
Keith & Emmy, 34882009, mob 0407658880
9am & 5pm Sermon details
The Last Supper
It's three weeks to go till Easter, and today we're starting a new short series of sermons focussing on the gospel of Matthew, chapters 26-28, right up till Good Friday and Easter.
There's even a title for this series: The Way Up is Down.
The Kingdom of God runs counter to many of our expectations and beliefs. The disciples would find their beliefs about Jesus as Messiah challenged every step of His journey to the Cross. Their hopes for the restoration of Israel were anchored in political and economic victories as well as dreams of personal greatness, and how totally different did it all turn out!
The scene of 'The Last Supper' and everything that happens around it, shows Jesus' followers as ignorant, confused, fearful, even quarreling amongst themselves, while
their Master shows deep humility and a readiness to continue walking the road of suffering right up to the bitter end.
The passage for today will be Matthew 26: 17-30, but as Mark, Luke and John also write in detail about these final days for Christ, we will also look at some references from these gospel writers.
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