‘Worthless Religion’ series continues with this week’s message titled ‘Worthless Wisdom’ from the letter of James to all God’s people.
OCT. 5-7: House Party 2012 “Possessed by God – the Holy Spirit”. Plan to come along. Prepare to meet new people, renew old friendships, & be spiritually challenged by great Bible Teaching.
Christianity Short-Course: Commences tomorrow night. Ariel our Minister will be running a 5 week Christianity short course on Monday nights throughout August called ‘Why Jesus?’ It’s for anyone wanting to know more about the basic facts of Christianity and why Jesus is God’s answer. If you are interested or maybe know someone who might be please email Ariel on ariel@wsccc.org.au or chat with him after the service.
Winter School 2012 – Today is the deadline for Winter School registration. Winter schoolwill commence next Wednesday 8 August 2012 at Croydon Park@10. We will also meet for the next two Wednesdays at Croydon Park@10 for further courses to train us in ministry. Therefore keep Aug 15, 22 free & refer to the course info insert that you have received for details.
Membership – Being a member gives you even more great opportunities to serve God and his people here at WSCCC. It means you can be part of important decisions by voting. It means you can serve on committees. It means that others know how much you’re committed to and love this church. So why not sign up today? There has never been a better time.
Childrens’ Ministry: We encourage all to use Sunday School Main Entrance door to enter Sunday School Hall. We also hope to reduce the traffic through the accordion door near the women’s toilet during Sunday School time to help our children concentrate on the program.
Andrew Wong our Youth & Young Adults Pastor completed his term at WSCCC on 31 July 2012. We give praise & thanks to God for his faithful ministry amongst our young people. A farewell luncheon is planned for 26 August 2012 and tickets are being sold today. To assist with catering arrangements please purchase your tickets as early as possible preferably today. Tickets are available through your deacons at $5 per person.
Andrew & Joanna Wong are holding a special Japan information afternoon tea WSCCC (Strathfield) on Saturday August 11, 3pm-5pm. Come to hear about what God is doing in Japan, how Andrew & Joanna plan to be involved, and how you can be involved too! Delicious afternoon tea will be provided. RSVP to Andrew Wong wsccc.andrew@gmail.com (or just turn up!).
Diaconate Announcement: At the Annual General Meeting of the church on October 7 2012, election of deacons for the next Diaconate term will take place (5 deacons per language group). Please reflect on 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and prayerfully consider whether you are moved to serve, or nominate someone amongst your congregation to serve in our church as deacons. If you do, please first contact a member of Deacon Nomination Committee (see the names below), and ask for the nomination form & related information. The closing date for nominations is 31st August. Please be prayerful and prompt. Deacon Nomination Committees:
Cantonese: William Sit, Kit Ling, Winnie Chan, Jack Lai
Mandarin: Ley Wan Tio, Hui Siong Tay, Yi Xin Du, Burhan Tan English: Loy Yew Wong, Dah Cheong Shen, Sam Chan, Anthony Choong
