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Now, I am not a political person and I certainly know it is never my place to judge another or their
relationship with God. But after seeing Donald Trump stand in front of a church and hold up a bible, I did
feel prompted to simply make this observation from the book of Hosea. In chapter 8:2-3, “Israel cries out to
me, 'O our God, we acknowledge You!' But Israel has rejected what is good; an enemy will pursue him”.
Hosea confronts Israel with its hypocrisy. A person who truly acknowledges God will not reject what is good. Morality
and genuine faith go hand in hand, and can never be separated. Chapter 8 of Hosea repeatedly points out the fact that
Israel's religious practices were not based on God's revelation of His will and ways, but on the Israelites’ own ideas of
how to please God. They acknowledged God but then set up calf-idols at the worship centres dedicated to Him.
Humanistic religion always ignores God's revelations, God's commands are pushed aside, to be replaced by the
notions and desires of men. People today may cry, O God, we acknowledge You! But unless that 'worship' is in accord
with biblical truth and revelation, it is worse than meaningless.
I pray, as God's people, we will continue to live by displaying the reality of His truth and Spirit within us as we show
“..love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control..” (Galatians 5:22-23).
Love & blessings
Glenda
To view our online service
on Sunday @ 9:30am
Visit: www.newpeninsula.com.au
Communion this Sunday
We will celebrate Communion during our
online Church service. Be prepared with
some bread/crackers and juice. Families,
what a great opportunity to share
Communion together and to chat about what
it means. There will be some suggested
discussion ideas in this week’s email to
JUNE 7 2020
For the link check your email (with emailed
Navigate) or contact the church office:
June 7 Dave Underhill
Praise God for his many blessings.
Praise God for all the care that Michelle Cole and her team (our former
Pastoral Care Coordinator) have given to so many over the years.
Praise for our current Sermon series, which has reminded us, as the
church at NPBC, of our basic values.
Praise that many Life Groups can now meet and do ‘church’ in creative
ways.
Praise for the weekly Youth Zoom get together.
Praise that so many of the walking/cycling group can reconnect.
Praise that we are now able to travel and stay at locations within the
state.
Rex and Suan Lee Campbell thank God for the many opportunities to
pray with people in shops and their community in this time of uncertainty.
Pray for the all students returning to school this week.
Pray for our pastors and the heavy loads that they are carrying.
Pray for Ann Harding as she steps into the role of Pastoral Care
Coordinator.
Pray for Simon Fee as he steps into the role of Manager at NPCCI.
Pray for the team at the Op Shop as they settle into their ‘new’ routine.
Pray for our Federal and State leaders as they continue to make
‘difficult’ decisions to keep us all safe.
Pray for those in our church family who are struggling with poor health.
Pray for those who are facing surgery.
Pray that as restrictions on gatherings ease the interrupted Alpha at
Flinders College will be able to resume or re-start.
BIRTHDAY CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to those celebrating special birthdays this week: Norma
Weller on Thursday and David Black on Friday.
May your special days be memorable, experiencing anew God’s blessings
and joy.
CONGRATULATIONS:
June 2 2020 was a significant day:
Karyn & Nat Seymour celebrated the birth of Addison Mackenzie (Addie) a
little sister for Lexie & James. New granddaughter for Peter & Sue Collins,
great granddaughter for Brenda Gilmour and great niece for Delwyn
Gilmour, Mark Gilmour & Kerrie Morrison.
Doug & Jill Butler celebrated the birth of another grandson, Reuben
George Butler (Parents Marcus & Jenny, brother to Edwina). Nephew for
Adam & Kylie Butler.
May these precious lives continue to bring you much joy.
Great news for all our Life Groups we can start to meet again, if
you are comfortable to do so. This is definitely something to
Praise God for!
As of the June 1 we can have groups of up to 20 people in our
homes (including the residents) and we can start meeting in
small groups for activities like bible studies, prayer and ministry.
Please note that physical distancing measures must be
adhered to, and we would recommend only to share food that is
pre-packaged or in separate containers.
‘WE’RE BACK!!’ The words “It’s so nice to see you!” rang
around the car park next to the McCrae Yacht Club, as people
from New Peninsula Walking/Cycling Group met again after a
number of weeks. Smiles and laughter were the order of the
morning and, although physical distancing was practiced and
groups of 20 people were maintained, it was a joy to be a part
of this happily interacting group. The ‘word’ had been spread
abroad and people contacted others, even to mentioning it
when bumping into someone in Bunnings! The local Coffee
Shop was happy to make 30 cups of take away coffee.
However, the biscuit that one man always orders, was missing!
He had to choose something else!
Quoting from a message I received from one member of the
group –“I look forward to next Monday, as the fellowship is the
highlight of my week!”
We are all glad ‘WE’RE BACK!’
Dorrie Terrington
It is with great pleasure and praise to God, I announce Simon Fee
as the newest member of the NPCCI team and New Peninsula
family. Simon is a wonderful man of faith having come to Christ at
the age of 17. Simon has extensive experience in the social science
sector having worked at executive management level for both Uniting
Care Vic/Tas over the last 7 years, and Hanover Welfare Services
for 25 years. Simon will be responsible for development and oversight of our
Community Hubs, Back on Track and Pantry ministries at Mt Martha and
Rosebud, as well as volunteer recruitment, training, supervision and support.
Whilst it will be some time before many of you will meet Simon face to face, I
know you will join with me in prayer to welcome and support Simon in his call to
minister the love of Jesus in a lost and broken world, and in growing the
kingdom of Heaven through New Peninsula.
Simon Fee
Let us praise God for the
ministries that have been able
to recommence:
Walking/cycling group
Some Life Groups
Back on Track (drive by for
existing clients only)
Op Shop is OPEN
VCE Life Group
NPBC General offerings
(Please indicate if it is for either MM or RB)
BSB 063 539 Acc. # 1038 8044
NPBC Donation Fund
(Tax deductible, please include your name for an annual receipt)
BSB 063 539 Acc. # 1060 5168
NPBC School Building Fund
(Tax deductible, please include your name for an annual receipt)
BSB 063 539 Acc. # 1060 5272
NP Community Caring
(Tax deductible, please include your name for an annual receipt)
BSB 063 539 Acc. # 1031 4088
These accounts can be used for internet banking or local branch
deposits.
Our offices are currently closed, but we may still be contacted by:
W: www.newpeninsula.com.au
P: Mount Martha 5973 8888 (please leave a message)
P: Rosebud 5982 0889 (please leave a message)
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‘You alone are the Lord. You made the
heavens, even the highest heavens, and all
their starry host, the earth and all that is on it,
the seas and all that is in them. You give life to
everything, and the multitudes of heaven
worship you.’ (2 Corinthians 98:2)
We are very thankful to God for those who have moved over to e-giving. It has been a great
encouragement. We are also thankful we’ve been able to access the government stimulus and
the “JobKeeper” packages. I am particularly thankful, as I imagine the staff are too, because this
means we don’t have to make the difficult decision about reducing staffing.
However we still need to continue to pray for our finances given the restrictions have significantly
affected our income from hires and events which pays for a substantial amount of our Mount
Martha site costs.
If you would like to switch over to online giving but not sure how to do it, please email Linda
Jackson with your name and a contact phone number. Linda will then call you and help you set it
up. Linda’s email is [email protected].
