BAPTIST CHURCH NEWSLETTER 24 SEPTEMBER 2023
The Miraculous Renewal of Spring: A Biblical Reflection
You visit the earth and give it rain;
you make it rich and fertile.
God’s streams are full of water;
you provide grain for the people of the earth,
for you have prepared the earth in this way.
Psalm 65:9
As nature awakens from its winter slumber, we witness a divine transformation that manifests God’s glory and love.
In the Bible, we find numerous references that reflect on the miracles of spring and offer spiritual insights.
Let us explore some biblical reflections on the miracle of spring.
It’s NZ Daylight Time tomorrow, 24 September 2023
Please don’t forget to change your clocks forward 1 hour to New Zealand Daylight Time (NZDT).
A handy tip is to change your clocks the night before daylight saving starts – forward 1 hour, for example, from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
Internet providers will set the time on your mobile phones and computer devices. So, you only need to be at OBC at 10:00 AM NZDT. 🙂
1 October Sunday Fellowship Lunch
On 1 October 2023, let us have a fellowship lunch to celebrate all our September birthdays, anniversaries, and guests. Let’s bring some food to share.
The fellowship lunch is also an opportunity to develop teamwork and friendship before, during, and after the meals.
Please feel free to help prepare the dining venue, food preparation, dishwashing, and aftercare.
“Abundant Life” Dynamic Discipleship at 1:00 PM, 24th September Sunday
On Sunday at 1:00 PM, we will discuss Lesson 7 in our “Abundant Life” study session. Jane and Arnel will be facilitating the session.
Please come with your workbook filled up and be ready to participate in our learning and sharing session. Everyone is welcome.
We are creating a multigenerational dynamic discipleship culture in our church, where the adults and children learn together.
Oamaru Men’s Breakfast
OBC men are encouraged to join the Oamaru Men’s Breakfast on 7th October at 8:30 AM at the Oamaru Salvation Army. The poster below gives more details.
Giving
Thank you for your continued support for the ministries the Lord God has entrusted us with. Your generosity means a lot for the development and progress of His work.
If you want to set up an automatic payment for regular giving or make a one-off donation via Internet banking, the Oamaru Baptist Church account number is (ANZ) 06-0941-0015036-00.
May the Lord God bless you and keep you.
Otago & Southland Baptist Association (OSBA) Forum and AGM
OSBA Forum and AGM – Saturday, 14 October, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Invercargill Central Baptist Church (11 Deveron St, Invercargill)
Speaker: Chris Chamberlain
Chris is the Regional Leader for the Upper South Island (Canterbury and North) and transitioning-out senior pastor of Oxford Terrace Baptist Church.
He’ll share some OTBC stories in the aftermath of the Christchurch earthquakes and the church’s community service and justice ministry.
NB: Yes, 14 October is the national election day. We encourage you to vote in advance and hang out with us! It is all very doable and has been done before. 🙂
Please RSVP to Rachel by Wed 4 October
Church Tasks Roster
The tasks roster is an opportunity for us to participate in the function and operation of our church in the areas of worship and service.
Please feel free to jot down your names on the rostering sheet on a table in the tea area.
Don’t hesitate to ask Bevan or anyone regarding any task you are interested in and if you need further information. Thank you!
Supplemental Readings
Here are some links to articles for your additional reading, meditation, and prayers.
- Local Mission – Central Otago Initiatives by OSBA
- Pondering: Myths about our history by John Davey
