Minister`s Thoughts... - Northfield Methodist Church

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17 JULY 2016
This week we continue looking at our
series “Ripple Effect”. The topic that
we are focusing on is “Have a heart”,
which is all about how our actions
should be acts of compassion.
Jesus showed an example of what it
was to live a life of compassion.
This week we will be looking at how
we should love all; with our words,
our prayers and our actions.
How we should love our neighbour as
we love ourselves - and what that
means.
How we should love our enemies and
pray for those who persecute us.
John Wesley said “there is no holiness
but social holiness”.
In other words, we cannot claim to
love God if we do not love others.
The question is how do I live my life in
such a way that there is a ripple effect
in my community, in my work place,
at my school, in my family?
What would my life look like if I learnt
how to “be merciful, just as my Father
is merciful”
(Luke 6:36).
Would you dare to journey with us, as
we explore these questions and
wrestle with these concerns?
Blessings
The Ministry Team
Our Community
CONDOLENCES:
To the family of Isobel Chalmers.
May you find comfort and peace in God during this difficult time.
BAPTISMS:
The following children will be baptised at the 8am service:
Seth Juan Johnstone - Son of Sean & Camzin
Faye Taylor Cousins - Daughter of Scott & Althea
Daniel Craig Klinkert - Son of Duncan & Courtney
The following children will be baptised at the 10am service:
Tristan de Freitas Brons - Son of Clinton & Patricia
Kungawo Ngumbela - Daughter of Sikhululeni & Ntombi
Tayne Seth Noake - Son of Rámon & Mercia
Arron Arnold Kok - Son of Arnold & Laurica
The following people will be baptised at the 6pm service:
Angelique Carol Ellis
Ashley Dominic Meyer
Discipleship
Dear Friends
Today many of us are very aware of
the struggles of those around us, and
yet we are unsure of what to do.
Sometimes, because of this we
choose to do nothing, or we choose
to justify why people are in those
situations, or we choose to ignore it.
Other times we do reach out, we are
compassionate.
I4CC
Minister’s Thoughts..
HAVE A HEART
Luke 6:36-37, Isaiah 30:15-18,
Luke 15:11-32,
Ephesians 4:25-5:2
What’s Happening?
Want to Serve?
 Actioning Resources Ministry (ARM) needs a “hand”...
> Vision: To see all Northfield, Staff and congregation working
together in our areas of giftedness, for the united goal of
growing God's Kingdom at Northfield, through the actioning of
spiritual, financial and human resources.
> Objectives: To identify and develop strong volunteer support
teams gifted in event planning, fund-raising, marketing, sales
and serving for all resource development events.
If you would like to volunteer for this ministry, in the areas of
Time / Talent / Tithe, please contact Jackie Hayter:
jackie@nfmc.org.za
 The Seniors need wool to knit teddy bears for people in
hospital. Please contact Moira Gulbransen 011 395 3295, as she
is co-ordinating the knitting.
 Help out at the Adult Literacy Classes. We need some people to
simply coach those who need to learn to read and write, you
don’t need to be a qualified teacher. The classes run on
Wednesday afternoons from 2-3:30pm.
Contact Sheila 083 441 2667
Thank you so much for already responding to these requests.
We have received so many bags of clothes, lots of food as well as
donations of money. We have managed to help those on the
streets, as well as some whose shacks have completely burnt
down. Your small donation has made such a difference. That’s
why we call it the “Ripple Effect”.
Service Info
NEXT SUNDAY: 24 JULY
SERIES: RIPPLE EFFECT
THEME: YOU’RE NOT LIKE ME
John 21:11, Acts 10:34-48, Ephesians 2:19-22, Colossians 3:10b-17
Chapel Services:
Morning Services:
Evening Services:
John van de Laar (am) Debbie van de Laar (pm)
Trevor Hudson
John van de Laar
COMMUNION SERVICES
Sunday: 7am & 6pm, Wednesday: 8am
Contact Info
SERVICE TIMES
Chapel:
Sanctuary:
Wesley Hall:
Various venues:
7am & 5:30pm
8am, 10am & 6pm
6pm (Youth)
8am, 10am & 6pm (Children’s Church)
Tel: (010) 140 0210
Email: admin@nfmc.org.za
Website: www.northfield.co.za
Facebook: #Northfield Methodist Church
Twitter: @NorthfieldVoice
PASTORAL CARE CENTRE:
010 140 0217 / pastcare@nfmc.org.za
CareLine: 082 775 7524 (After hours only)
OFFICE HOURS:
Mon – Thurs: 8am - 5pm, Fri: 8am - 4pm
THE CROSSINGS COFFEE SHOP:
Tues – Fri: 9am - 4pm, Sat & Sun: 9am - 12pm
Pensioners Day: 5% Off on Wednesdays
CHILDREN & YOUTH MINISTRIES :: RETURN 24 JULY
CHILDREN’S CHURCH @ 8am
18 months to 3 years:
Fellowship Hall
4 years - 6 years:
Basement
Grade 1 - 5:
Faith Hall
Grade 6 - 7:
Conference Centre
CHILDREN’S CHURCH @ 10am
3 years - Grade 7:
Faith Hall
“KIDS @ 6”
3 years - Grade 7:
Sanctuary for worship, then to the
Basement for other activities.
Contact Hayley / Vuvu 010 140 0210
hayley@nfmc.org.za / vuvu@nfmc.org.za
YOUTH MINISTRY @ 6pm
Grade 8 and older:
Wesley Hall
Contact Kyleigh: 076 964 4688 / kyleigh@nfmc.org.za
NORTHFIELD LIBRARY
Mon & Fri: 10am - 5pm, Tues - Thurs: 10am - 3pm
Sun: 9 - 10; 11 - 11:30am & 6 - 7pm
BOOK SHOP
Weekdays: 8am - 5pm
Sun: 9 - 11:30am; 6 - 7pm
For assistance, go to the Library or the Front Office
HAVE YOU CONSIDERED THE WAYS
TO GIVE FINANCIALLY?
EFT: Banking details are: Northfield Methodist
Church, Standard Bank, Branch code 013-042,
Current account number 02 105 9446
CASH: offering during collection.