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Filled to Its Fullness
Wednesday 12th November 2025
Paul paints a breath taking vision of the Church: not merely an institution or gathering, but
“the body of Christ, the fullness of Him who fills everything in every way”
Ephesians 1:23
This is the calling of the people of God — to embody the presence and purpose of Christ in the world, to be a living preview of the new creation that is coming.
Each follower of Jesus is a vital part of that body. Christ is the head who directs, the Spirit is the lifeblood who animates, and we are the members who act. The church is not a supplier of spiritual goods but the living organism through which Christ continues His work on earth. When the church functions in unity, love, and humility, heaven touches earth.
Yet we must confront our barriers. Individualism isolates believers into spiritual silos. Consumer Christianity tempts us to engage at church as a customer rather than a participant. Division fractures our witness. Paul reminds us:
“From Him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds itself up in love”
Ephesians 4:16
Reframing church as participation rather than attendance transforms everything. Your encouragement strengthens someone else’s faith. Your prayer sustains the mission. Your presence matters deeply because it reveals a unique facet of Christ that no one else can.
This week, commit to being part of the body’s wholeness. Speak life, serve humbly, and pursue unity. As we do, Christ’s fullness fills His church — and through His church, it fills the world.
Prayer: Lord Jesus, make us one body under Your headship. Fill Your church with Your Spirit so that every part thrives and Your presence touches every place. Amen.
Care Meals Team
A home-cooked meal can be such a blessing and an expression of love and care in times of need. We would love to expand our team of people who are willing to prepare meals, either to deliver or bring them to the church freezer for distribution as needed. Does this sound like a way that you could be His presence in the lives of others?
Please use this form to express your interest in being part of our Care Meals Team (or email sue@bcoc.com.au if you have questions). Sue Nicholls.
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Grab your FREE “Be His Presence in Every Place” T-shirt and help share the heart of our mission wherever you go.
Pick yours up from The Desk this Sunday!
But hurry, sizes and stock are limited!
Let’s wear it, live it, and be His presence everywhere we go.
Food Pantry | Our City Needs Your Help
our local community. Council presented BCOC Food Pantry with the ‘Community Group of the Year’ award. Let’s reach out and show our support by purchasing something from our list in your next shop. You can drop it off in the Food Pantry trolley located in the foyer, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm or Sundays 9am-12 noon.
Let’s Love People and Serve Our City, and buy one item to be His presence in the City of Casey!
- Biscuits (e.g. Arnott’s)
- Jam Spreads
- Pasta sauces
- Olive oil
- Muesli bars
- Tinned tuna
- Soup (e.g. tinned, powdered)
- Long-life milk
- Toothpaste & toothbrushes
- Shampoo & conditioner
- Blankets
We also accept cash, card, and online donations. Payment via cash or card can be made during the above times or you can donate online.
Account name: Berwick Church of Christ Inc.
- BSB: 033 609
- Account number: 434168
- Reference: FOOD PANTRY
Bring Christmas to Life for Local Families in Crisis | Donate
As Christmas approaches, many of us look forward to laughter around the table, the joy of giving, and the warmth of being together.
But for some families in our local community, this season can be one of deep stress and uncertainty, wondering if there will be food on the table at all.
Bringing Christmas to Life is our way of changing that story.
We provide Christmas Food Hampers for families connected through the Food Pantry, who are doing it tough and struggling to make ends meet. This includes single parents, grandparents caring for children, and individuals facing unexpected hardship.
A simple hamper may seem small, but to someone in crisis, it means the world. It’s an expression of God’s love; and an action of unexpected kindness that brings hope.
This year, the need is greater than ever. Your generosity can help us fill each hamper with practical essentials and festive treats that bring smiles and relief to Food Pantry clients when it’s needed most.
Together, we can make sure every family we reach experiences the true heart of Christmas: love, kindness, and hope.
Thank you for helping us share the joy of Christmas with those who need it most and be His presence in every place.
Donations can be made:
- The Desk (Sundays 8:30am–1:00pm), Cash or EFTPOS
- Reception (Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm), Cash or EFTPOS
Sunday Service | 9:00am & 11:00am
We were never meant to live empty or ordinary lives. God has placed His very Spirit within us, a treasure in jars of clay, so that His presence can flow through us into every place.
In this new series, “Carriers of His Presence”, we will explore what it means to be filled with the Spirit of Christ, to live as His body, and to carry His love, peace, and power wherever we go.
Together, we will rediscover who we are, what we’re called to, and how the presence of Jesus transforms everything, from our homes to our workplaces, and beyond.
Come be refreshed, filled and inspired to live as a Carrier of His Presence in every place.
Kids Church | Sunday 16th November 2025 | 9:00am & 11:00am
This week at Kids Church…
2 to 4-year-olds |Manna and Quail | Exodus 16
5 to 12-year-olds | Daniel and the Lions’ Den | Daniel 6
Boys Brigade | Monday 17th November 2025 | From 6:00pm
Be part of the action! For over 20 years the Boys’ Brigade has advanced Christ’s Kingdom among boys.
ANCHORS | Grades 1 & 2: 6pm – 7.15pm
JUNIORS | Grades 3 – 6: 7pm – 8.30pm
SENIORS | Grades 7 to 18 years old: 7pm – 9.30pm
Prayer & Fellowship Walk | Tuesday 18th November | 6:30am
The Tuesday morning Prayer and Fellowship Walk is around the church property and is a powerful time of seeking the Lord together in prayer.
We pray for our church, community and nation. So come and join us at 6:30 am in the Berwick Church of Christ Car Park.
This is a wonderful way to start the day and you are most welcome to join us. If you haven’t joined us before please message 0419 277 500 by 8.00pm on Monday evening so we can keep you updated of any changes to the plans.
Christmas Carol Services | Sunday 7th December | 9am & 11am
This Christmas, you’re invited to discover the greatest invitation God gives us. “The Inn-vitation” is a reflective and hope-filled carols service that tells the story of God’s love, from creation to the manger, and into our lives today.
Through Scripture, song, and story, we’ll remember that Jesus didn’t just come to a stable long ago, He is alive and living in and among us. He is still inviting us to make room for Him now. Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate the good news of Emmanuel, God with us.
- 📌 Berwick Church of Christ
- 📍 446 Centre Road, Berwick, Vic, 3806
- 📅 Sunday 7th December 2025
- 🕘 9:00am & 11:00am services
- 💬 Invite family and friends!
Kids Church End of Year Activities | Sunday 7th December 2025 - Sunday 25th January 2026
Sunday 7th Dec | BCOC Christmas Carols
Kids from K4’s to Grade 6 will be taken into the auditorium for the Carols by the Kids Ministry Team for part of the service.
Please check your kids in early to help us facilitate this smoothly. Normal sign-out/pick-up at Rooms. Thank you 🙂
Sunday 14th Dec | Grade 6 Graduations
Graduations will be held in Room 1 promptly at 9:15 am and 11:15 am respectively. All Grade 6 parents are warmly encouraged to join us as we celebrate this special milestone.
Sunday 14th Dec | End of Year Kids Church Celebration Day
This is the last week of Kids Church for 2025, and our focus will be thanking God for the amazing year we have had.
This is a great outreach opportunity for your kids to invite their friends.
If your kids bring guests, please pray that they will have a meaningful encounter with Jesus. Encourage your kids to pray also. 🙂
We have an Ice Cream Van coming for a special treat, and every child will be given a small gift bag. 🙂
Sunday 25th January 2026 | Kids Church returns
Kids Church returns with a Summer Fun Day – another great outreach opportunity.
Family Camping Weekend or Day Out | 20 February 2026 @ 2:00 pm - 22 February 2026 @ 12:00 pm
It’s on again! Calling all camping families – kids of any age are welcome!
We invite you to join us from Friday February 20th to Sunday February 22nd 2026, for the Family Camping Weekend at Warburton. Our main priority is to strengthen the bonds between your family and others.
We’ll enjoy being surrounded by stunning nature and a sense of freedom as we watch children play, enjoy the fantastic free water park and paddle in the Yarra River. The nearby town has plenty of cafes and a Redwood Forest with walking and cycling trails; a great place for fun photos.
At night, get ready for cosy campfires, where we’ll swap stories, roast marshmallows, and enjoy fellowship (please note that campfires and the water park are not available if a Total Fire Ban is declared)
We are staying at the Warburton Holiday Park. Camping is always loads of fun, and even better in a group, but you are welcome to book a cabin if you prefer.
Engage your adventurous spirit, pack a sense of humour, and book a site or cabin for this fantastic weekend. Come and embrace the great outdoors with us! We do advise booking soon if possible as cabins and good sites go quickly!
If the whole weekend isn’t an option for you, you are very welcome to bring food etc and join us on Saturday (provided it is not Total Fire Ban), just let one of the organisers know to expect you, and use the ‘Book Now’ button so we have your details and can keep you updated.
When and where is this all happening?
CAMPING Option:
- Date: Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd February 2026
- Time: Arrive from 2.00 pm Friday, leave by 12.00 pm Sunday, or time of your choosing on Saturday
- Address: Warburton Holiday Park, 30 Woods Point Rd, Warburton, VIC, 3799
DAY Option:
- Date: 21st February
- Time: From 9:00am to 9:00pm or whatever time suits your family
Here’s what to do next!
- Choose your site from the “L”, “F” and “C” sites. You can see where others are camped here, so please add your family to this list after booking.
- Call and book a campsite 5966 2277 or visit the Warburton Holiday Park website to book. A powered site costs $59 per night for two people, plus extra for children (book for Friday and Saturday nights unless you want to stay longer than the rest of us). You can also book a cabin or lodge if that suits you better. Advise the caravan park office or note in the comments section that you are with Berwick Church of Christ. Note that a laptop is easier than a phone when navigating the online booking system.
- Importantly, we need to know that you are coming so we can send communication updates. After booking with Warburton Holiday Park and obtaining a site or cabin number, please REGISTER HERE.
- If you plan to come for the day, please also REGISTER so we can update you and look out for you. We will add campers and day visitors to the WhatsApp chat group for easy communication before and during the weekend.
Shout out if you have any questions
Sue 0403 822 324 or sue@bcoc.com.au
Mikayla 0431 317 332
James 0449 662 512
Amie 0448 762 314
Sarah 0490 016 122
We look forward to seeing you in Warburton whether for the weekend or the day!
Have a safety concern?
We are serious about keeping our faith community safe. We encourage all staff, volunteers, partners and congregation to report any concerns they have about safety and wellbeing. We are committed to handling all concerns seriously, legally and in a child-focused way (if concerning children).
If you have any concerns about safety at the Church, we strongly encourage you to share your concern with one of our Pastors or the Safety Contact Person, Karen Fletcher and fill in our Reporting Concerns Form.
Thank you for being His Presence in Every Place!
BRAAM BOTHA
Senior Pastor
