R OCKINGHAM CHURCH
OF
CHRIST I NC.
SOUND CHRIS
IAN
10th July 2016
Pastor Cohen Watson will bring us today’s message titled:
“WHEN LIFE REALLY HURTS...”
Scripture readings: PSALMS 88 (& PSALM 13)
FEEDBACK ON TWO SERVICES
It’s now been four months since we have moved to two Sunday morning
services, and we praise God for the growth we have seen in this time.
The Elders would appreciate any constructive feedback or suggestions you
have about how you think our Sunday gatherings are functioning.
Feedback forms are available in the foyer, and completed forms should be
placed in the box provided over the next couple of weeks.
Pastor Cohen
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
If you would like to participate in the Samaritan’s
Purse Operation Christmas Child, more shoe
boxes are available in the foyer this morning.
Each box is given as an expression of the love of
God and each child also receives a gospel
booklet and is invited to participate in a
discipleship program through their local church.
Packed shoe boxes need to be returned by early September, along with
$9 to cover postage, in order to ensure they reach their intended
destinations in time. For more information, please contact Helen Brennan or
visit samaritanspurse.org/occ
PLAYGROUP — HELP NEEDED PLEASE!
If you are willing to help in the kitchen or on the Rego Desk at PlayGroup on
Thursday mornings (during term time) please speak to Tim Pearce (PG Coordinator) — mobile no. 0438 916 742 or email [email protected]
GOD CARES FOR YOU
“God is not the author of confusion but of peace” - 1 Corinthians 14:33
Who of us has not asked in times of affliction and difficulty —
does God care for me? The Psalmist said, “Refuge failed me; no man
cared for my soul” (Psalm 142:4 KJV). Martha, over-concerned with
her workaday duties, said to Jesus, “Lord, do You not care?”
How many faithful, loving mothers, overwhelmed by the burdens of
motherhood, have cried anxiously, “Lord, do You not care?”
That question is forever answered in those reassuring words of Peter:
“He cares for you” (1 Peter 5:7). This is the Word of God.
Even if the world passes away it will not change.
You can be confident God cares for you. If He didn’t, would He
have sent Christ into the world to die for you? Of course not!
That is why you can always turn to Him for the
strength and encouragement you need.
Yes, life can be overwhelming at times. But when it is, remember this:
God knows what you are facing, and “He cares for you”.
PRAISE AND PRAYER POINTS
uPraise God for the coming return of Jesus Christ, the hope of the
resurrection, and a new heavens and a new earth where suffering is no
more and righteousness dwells.
uPray that God will help you to be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful
in prayer (Romans 12:12).
uPray for those struggling with health or age, including: Sue Dixon (still
recovering from her operation), Rose Oates, Shirley Hammond, Joyce
Sullivan, Elaine Watts-McKiroy, Trevor Booth and others.
uPray for our ministry leaders and teams as they plan and prepare for the
coming term, and that they will be refreshed and refocussed in proclaiming
the great news of Jesus Christ.
uPray that God will strengthen our marriages and families in loving one
another the way Christ loved us and gave Himself for us. Pray too that God
will encourage those who live on their own.
uPray for our government leaders – that they will honour Jesus as Lord and
will have the wisdom and courage to make decisions that are good and
godly.
uPray for brothers and sisters who are suffering because of their faith in Jesus
Christ.
SAYING GOODBYE
Judy Mitchell has been part of our fellowship here for the past year and will
be moving to Esperance next week. Please pray that God will help Judy settle
in to her new location and know that He will meet all of her needs as she looks
to Jesus and relies on Him. Judy’s contact number is 0430 001 027 or email
[email protected]
A NOTE OF APPRECIATION FROM ROS BLAIR AND SHIRLEY HAMMOND
Both ladies (individually) would like to thank their church friends for their
prayers, “get well” cards, phone calls and visits during their respective
times of recovery and recuperation. They feel truly blessed and loved.
WOMEN'S ENCOURAGEMENT GROUPS
There will be a new encouragement group commencing on Friday, 22nd July
at 9:30am, meeting monthly. The group will be held at 20 Delaney Parkway,
Port Kennedy.
There are several groups that meet either monthly or fortnightly. All women
are encouraged to be involved in a group, as they enable women to grow
together, support, pray and have fellowship with each other (they are not
Bible studies). If you would like to be part of the new group or join an existing
group, for more information please speak with Barbara Kester 9593 6194.
PERTH WOMEN’S AND MEN’S CONVENTIONS
• Women’s Convention — Saturday, 20th August 2016.
• Men’s Convention — Saturday, 27th August.
If you are interested in attending either convention or would like more info
visit pwc.ccowa.org or pick up a pamphlet from the white stand in the foyer.
TRINITY @ NIGHT — TERM 3
Trinity Theological College are running a six-week evening course this next
term. Pick up a brochure from the white stand in the foyer for more info.
FEDERAL ELECTION (from Monty Edwards)
In our Brand electorate the Christian candidates for the lower house received
a combined 9% of the total, not much less than a well-known Greens
candidate. Tuesday's "West Australian" reported: "In WA, the Australian
Christians achieved their best result on record, picking up about 2.6% of the
primary vote."
A thankyou to the total of about twenty couples and individuals from our own
church who served with Australian Christians at five different polling places in
Brand. Please continue to pray for the outcome of this election and for those
who represent us in our parliaments and also for the courage to be true to our
convictions as Christians in the face of indifference or even hostility.
DATES TO DIARISE
As there was no Sound Christian
last week, we wish the following
folk a belated happy birthday:
JULY 4th Don Goodyer (70)
5th
6th
Tingka Thorne
Kassey Wilson (15)
Felicity Simpson
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK
Today Emily Purcell (80)
16th Denis Penfold
Saturday, 16th July 2016
Guess who’s coming to B’fast?
Thursday, 21st July 2016
Prayer Together @ 4—5pm
Saturday, 20th August 2016
Perth Women’s Convention
Saturday, 27th August 2016
Perth Men’s Convention
Sunday, 18th September 2016
Church AGM
PLEASED TO SERVE NEXT SUNDAY, 17 TH JULY 2016
8:30am SERVICE
10:30am SERVICE
Message
Ps Tim Nsair
Ps Tim Nsair
Service Leader Ps Cohen Watson
Ps Cohen Watson
Comm Leader J. Holland
J. Holland
L & H McIntyre Comm Prep (for first service & reset for 2nd service)
Comm Servers T. Pearce, J. Gibbon (leaders)
F. Simpson, J. Gibbon (leaders)
B. Bailey, T. Winter
T. Pass, A. Howard
Bible Reader
D. Johnson
M. Edwards
Musicians
R. Watson, M. Bailey, B. Mitchell
R. Watson, J. Holland, B. Mitchell
C. Watson, T. Hawke
C. Watson, T. Hawke
n/a Singing Support n/a
Sound
P. Turner
T. Fisher
Overhead
T. Pearce
L. Coulter
Welcoming
J & D Johnson
R. Blair, R. Mustard
Kids Church
A. Gibbon, C. Fisher
A. Gibbon, C. Fisher
Crèche
M. Nsair, G. Nsair
n/a
n/a Church Lock-Up T. Nsair
Morning Tea between 2 services B. Baxter, V. Chatley
ROCKINGHAM CHURCH OF CHRIST, INC.
Cnr Rae Rd & Frederick St, (PO Box 7128), SAFETY BAY, WA 6169 Tel: (08) 9592 2495
Office (Administrator) email: [email protected]
Pastor Cohen: [email protected] Pastor Tim: [email protected]
Website: www.rockinghamcofc.org