tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770Fri, 11 Apr 2008 01:18:35 +0000http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.htmlAll SaintsBlogger458125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-5434689183288917082Fri, 11 Apr 2008 01:17:00 +00002008-04-11T13:18:35.210+12:00Monday 14th 7:30pm “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting, hall Tuesday 15th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage or Growcott’s 7pm Alpha Course, Jennifer’s 7:30pm HTB Pre-Marriage Course, hall Wednesday 16th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hall 7:15pm http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#5434689183288917082All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-8918719775482539944Fri, 04 Apr 2008 02:12:00 +00002008-04-04T15:17:40.814+13:00Christmas. It seems eons ago now that we are in April already! The celebration of the birth of Jesus, our Saviour. In church culture today we get caught up in the goodness of it, the joy of this amazing birth. I wonder, does this sometimes blind us to those around us who struggle with aspects of Christmas? Whilst joyous in all the things that Christmas represents and celebrates within my http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#8918719775482539944All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-143075268073394901Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:03:00 +00002008-04-04T13:04:56.018+13:00Tuesday 8th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage 7pm Alpha Course, Jennifer’s 7:30pm HTB Pre-Marriage Course starts - over 5 weeks, Tuesday 8 April - Tues 6 May, 7.30pm in the Church Hall. Contact Lynley or Michael. Wednesday 9th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hallhttp://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#143075268073394901All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-3887054053339221330Fri, 28 Mar 2008 02:53:00 +00002008-03-28T15:56:31.944+13:00There were a lot of frightened disciples after the Resurrection. They could not, as yet comprehend the immensity of what had happened or understand what the consequences would be for their own lives. The authorities were hostile. So it was in the evening of that first day, they were huddled together behind closed doors. Jesus himself came and stood among them, saying “Peace be with you”. We http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#3887054053339221330All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-1371631511984933763Fri, 28 Mar 2008 02:47:00 +00002008-03-28T15:50:59.045+13:00There were a lot of frightened disciples after the Resurrection. They could not, as yet comprehend the immensity of what had happened or understand what the consequences would be for their own lives. The authorities were hostile. So it was in the evening of that first day, they were huddled together behind closed doors. Jesus himself came and stood among them, saying “Peace be with you”. We http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#1371631511984933763All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-8061363534208795595Fri, 28 Mar 2008 02:45:00 +00002008-03-28T15:46:47.350+13:00Monday 31st 7:30pm “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting Tuesday 1st April 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage 7pm Alpha Course starts, Jennifer’s Alpha—Remember to pray for the course beginning on Tuesday 1st April. It is not too late to enrol, even if you missed the dinner. Helpers are needed for the catering on Tuesdays during the course. Phone or email the parish office.http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#8061363534208795595All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-55502478212759129Wed, 19 Mar 2008 23:27:00 +00002008-03-20T12:31:30.596+13:00He is Risen! These words have echoed through the ages and changed the course of history. Men and Women who have sought Jesus among the dead have found him to be alive. Those who have looked for him in despair have found hope. Those who feared death as the ultimate foe, have found it has been defeated. Jesus lives! and because he does, we by faith, have new life in him. In the words of the http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#55502478212759129All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-7487622772698702474Wed, 19 Mar 2008 23:26:00 +00002008-03-20T12:27:19.897+13:00Tuesday 25th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Wednesday 26th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hall 7:30pm Parish AGM, church Thursday 27th 7pm Junior Youth Group, hall Friday 28th 12 noon Ministry Team Leaders’ Main Meeting 1:30pm mainly music http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#7487622772698702474All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-7742391458658681738Tue, 18 Mar 2008 20:30:00 +00002008-03-19T09:34:40.062+13:00Palm Sunday Jesus’ triumphal entry in to Jerusalem was a time of high expectation and excitement. As the people saw prophesy fulfilled in front of their eyes. “Lo your king comes to you; triumphant and victorious is he, humble and riding on an ass ..” Zech.9:9 It wasn’t long however, before those who were looking only for political or military deliverance would be disappointed. They http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#7742391458658681738All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-7851826300868731484Tue, 18 Mar 2008 20:28:00 +00002008-03-19T09:30:39.417+13:00Monday 17th “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting Tuesday 18th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Alpha Dinner—This Tuesday @ Jennifer’s. 7pm. Who can you invite? Invitations at the back of church. Alpha will run Tuesday nights 1 April—3 June. Please pray about how you can help—leading, catering… Wednesday 19th 9http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#7851826300868731484All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-6312542914635390349Fri, 14 Mar 2008 02:58:00 +00002008-03-14T16:01:19.411+13:00Monday 17th “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting Tuesday 18th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Alpha Dinner—This Tuesday @ Jennifer’s. 7pm. Who can you invite? Invitations at the back of church. Alpha will run Tuesday nights 1 April—3 June. Please pray about how you can help—leading, catering… Wednesday http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#6312542914635390349All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-7790864305209907492Thu, 13 Mar 2008 22:35:00 +00002008-03-14T11:37:42.222+13:00Monday 17th “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting Tuesday 18th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Alpha Dinner—This Tuesday @ Jennifer’s. 7pm. Who can you invite? Invitations at the back of church. Alpha will run Tuesday nights 1 April—3 June. Please pray about how you can help—leading, catering… Wednesday http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#7790864305209907492All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-822744267328190993Thu, 13 Mar 2008 22:31:00 +00002008-03-14T11:33:20.534+13:00Monday 17th “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting Tuesday 18th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Alpha Dinner—This Tuesday @ Jennifer’s. 7pm. Who can you invite? Invitations at the back of church. Alpha will run Tuesday nights 1 April—3 June. Please pray about how you can help—leading, catering… http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#822744267328190993All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-1354126748899972349Thu, 06 Mar 2008 22:52:00 +00002008-03-07T12:00:52.973+13:00Report From Parish Nominators The nominator’s search continues for a new Vicar for All Saints, but to date the right person has not yet been identified for this important role. We are pleased to advise that the Diocesan Board of Nominations and Bishop Tom have agreed with the Parish Nominators’ recommendation that John Anderson’s term as Priest in Charge at All Saints be extended to 31 January http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#1354126748899972349All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-475645465440308319Thu, 06 Mar 2008 22:51:00 +00002008-03-07T11:52:03.629+13:00Tuesday 11th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Wednesday 12th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hall Thursday 13th 7pm Junior Youth Group, hall Friday 14th 1:30pm mainly music, hall Saturday 15th 3pm Prayer meeting, church Sunday 16th Palm Sundayhttp://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#475645465440308319All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-4438513919136280688Thu, 28 Feb 2008 23:06:00 +00002008-02-29T12:10:33.737+13:00Hands up who likes praising God? I’m betting that – if you’re honest - your response to that question depends upon how you’re feeling right now, and the state of your relationship with God. If you asked me right now, my hand wouldn’t be going anywhere. As Christians, it’s surprisingly difficult to be honest. We all know what God expects from us. But we don’t do it. Paul knew this struggle http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#4438513919136280688All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-7785563260769868220Thu, 28 Feb 2008 23:04:00 +00002008-02-29T12:06:14.985+13:00Monday 3rd 7:30pm “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting. Now fortnightly in the room behind stage in hall. Tuesday 4th 6:30am Prayer meeting, Vicarage Wednesday 5th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hall Thursday 6th 10am Melva’s Morning Tea, Melvahttp://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#7785563260769868220All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-6133800851130150146Thu, 21 Feb 2008 22:47:00 +00002008-02-22T11:52:26.849+13:00Forgiveness. The Oxford dictionary defines forgive as 1. to stop feeling angry or resentful towards a person who has done something hurtful or wrong or 2. to excuse an offence or mistake. I am not sure about the word ‘excuse’ in the second definition. By seeking forgiveness we are admitting our guilt and accepting that Christ paid the price. I like the Webster’s online dictionaryhttp://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#6133800851130150146All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-1240842652167575629Thu, 21 Feb 2008 22:44:00 +00002008-02-22T11:47:04.072+13:00Wednesday 27th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, church 7:15pm Parish Council, lounge Thursday 28th Seniors Day Out—To Upper Hutt for lunch via Flyer. Cost c.$25. Ph Elsie or Melva. 7pm Junior Youth Group—Meeting at Lyall Bay Beach this week! Friday http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#1240842652167575629All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-182385774784699146Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:52:00 +00002008-02-15T11:55:41.837+13:00Repentance. What does the word Repentance conjure up for you? Remorse or sorrow, a greyish hue, befitting sackcloth and ashes? In actual fact the biblical notion of repentance is that of unsurpassing joy! Sure we need to be sorry for the wrongs we do, but we also need to know the joy which comes from being forgiven and living in freedom.(1 Jn.1:8-9) Paul distinguishes between worldly grief, http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#182385774784699146All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-2482106997171977046Thu, 14 Feb 2008 22:51:00 +00002008-02-15T11:52:07.027+13:00Monday 18th 7:30pm “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting. Now fortnightly in the room behind stage in hall. Wednesday 20th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hall 7:15pm Parish Council, lounge Thursday 21st 12:30pm Senior Citizens’ Dinner, hall Senior http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#2482106997171977046All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-8408748993071116081Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:53:00 +00002008-02-08T11:58:02.475+13:00Living the Dream… According to Kenny Borthwick (New Wine), each of us has a God-given dream, of a role that will bring us “greatness” in the Kingdom of God. Jesus did not criticise James and John for wanting to be great in the Kingdom—the dream of many first century Jews—instead he redefined greatness: Greatness in the Kingdom is being able to be used by God What each of us needs is for that http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#8408748993071116081All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-7500136088107980539Thu, 07 Feb 2008 22:45:00 +00002008-02-08T11:46:45.571+13:00Wednesday 13th 9:45am Healing Intercessions, side chapel, church 10am Holy Communion, side chapel, church 7pm Senior Youth Group, hall Thursday 14th 7pm Junior Youth Group resumes, hall Friday 15th 1:30pm mainly music, hall Saturday 16th 3pm Prayer meeting, church Sunday 17th Food Bank Collection 8am Traditional service 9am http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#7500136088107980539All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-5737854564141632882Thu, 31 Jan 2008 22:52:00 +00002008-02-01T11:57:58.959+13:00The Season of Lent This coming Wednesday is Ash Wednesday and at our 10am service we will marking worshippers foreheads with the ashes from burnt Palm Sunday crosses. The sprinkling of ashes on the head is the traditional sign of penitence and mourning…of repentance and mortality. Gregory the Great, a medieval pope, is credited with having instituted the ceremony of marking the forehead with a http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#5737854564141632882All Saintstag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5801770.post-9188363425414965553Thu, 31 Jan 2008 22:48:00 +00002008-02-01T11:51:16.231+13:00Monday 4th 7:30pm “You get what you pray for” Prayer meeting—first meeting for 2008. In the room behind stage in the hall. Wednesday 6th 10am Ash Wednesday Service, church 7pm Senior Youth Group resumes, hall Thursday 7th 12 noon Women’s Fellowship Shared Lunch, hall All welcome. Contact Olive. 7pm Junior Youth Group resumes, hall Friday 8th 1http://www.allsaints.org.nz/allblogger.html#9188363425414965553All Saints