Friday 20th January 2023

What better way to start the year than fuelling it with the certainty of Hope – ‘a confident expectation of good’, anchored in that which is certain rather than wishful thinking!

This Sunday is the third and final week in our series on hope. If you have missed any of the series please watch online and join us this week.

There is much happening at the start of a new year so please read through the following and action those events and opportunities that are most relevant for you.  

Jesus however calls us not to a nice life but to ‘take up our cross and follow him’. It is a life full and overflowing filled with FAITH adventures, unshakeable HOPE, and radical LOVE.

Young Families | and those who love them!

Would you like to support young families in our church and community, drawing them closer to God and each other?  Here are a few ideas:

1. Suggest that they get involved in one of our playgroups – you could pass on my number, introduce them to me or encourage them to register their interest online
2. Become involved in playgroup yourself!  We are looking to expand our team of child-free helpers and there are opportunities galore!
3. Register your interest to get involved with running a Parenting course, Lifekeys, Woman to Woman course or Marriage course – our playgroup families are asking for help in all of these areas
4. Encourage them to attend the Young Families Camping Weekend for a fabulous opportunity to deepen connections, register here.

Always open to chat anytime!  Sue 0403 822 324  or email [email protected].

Sunday Service | Bringing Hope

This Sunday our worship team will take us all to heavenly places. We will bring you a fantastic message which you can implement into your own life. Why not come early and enjoy a coffee at our cafe. We look forward to seeing you!

We would love to see you at 10am here at Berwick Church of Christ, 446 Centre Road, Berwick, Vic, 3806. If you can't make it, you can catch up on our YouTube channel.

>>>WATCH LIVE STREAM<<<

Forge Young Adults | Sunday 22nd January

Welcome to our first Y&Y Social for 2023!! We are kicking off the year with a summer gathering at the Mclean’s house with a BBQ dinner! Make sure you bring some bathers for the pool, and there is also a pool table and games so come along and hang out with our Young Adult community! Bring your own meat if you have any specific favourites, otherwise, we will provide the classic sausages and patties for you all!

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Kids Church Returns  | Sunday 29th January

We are back for 2023! We have a super-packed program for our kids 10am Sunday 29th January. Come along and start the year off with a fantastic Kids Church program.

With over 100 children in attendance at our final Kids Church of 2022, and a change in circumstances for a number of our Kid’s leaders we are urgently needing many more leaders for 2023. If you could help in any way or would like to know more, please contact Glennie Eades, Kids Ministry Director. Email: [email protected]

Vision Sunday 2023  | Sunday 29th January

We would love everyone to join us for our first Vision Sunday for the year, and the launch of Kids Church. Come early to register children and if you can sit as close to the front as possible to help us manage seating for everyone.

Urgent need for Kid’s Ministry Leaders
With over 100 children in attendance at our final Kids Church of 2022, and a change in circumstances for a number of our Kid’s leaders we are urgently needing many more leaders for 2023. If you could help in any way or would like to know more, please contact Kids Ministry Director, Glennie Eades. Email: [email protected].

We would love to see you at 10am here at Berwick Church of Christ, 446 Centre Road, Berwick, Vic, 3806. Come early and enjoy a hot drink at our cafe. If you can't make it, you can catch up on the YouTube channel.

>>>WATCH LIVE STREAM<<<

Fuse Fest Family Fun Day | Sunday 29th January

Following our Vision Sunday service on the 29th of January, Fuse Youth will be putting on ‘FUSE FEST’ for our whole church community!
There will be:

• inflatables
• carnival games
• a sausage sizzle
• live music
• face painting
• and more!

The whole family is invited… it will be a blast! This event will be raising money for our youth ministry and will go towards both resources needed within the ministry, along with providing more opportunities for teenagers to be sponsored to attend events such as Fuse Camp and State Youth Games!

As part of raising money, we plan to host a silent auction on the day. If you own a small business or have something you may be able to contribute to our silent auction it would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Genny Smith (9702 1011) if you would like to discuss this further!

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ALPHA | Wednesday, 1st February

Alpha is a series of interactive sessions that create a safe and honest space, where people can explore life, faith and meaning.
Enjoy a meal with others, watch a video and have an open discussion and conversation in a friendly and non-judgemental environment.

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The Jesus Apprenticeship | Sunday 5th February

Imagine if you were able to step back in time to where you could hear and see first-hand all that Jesus said and did – to follow in his footsteps day by day, in the actual order that it occurred; to experience what it was like as one of Jesus’ first disciples following the miracles, the teaching, and the drama – just as it happened.

Imagine if you could be equipped to not just follow Christ, but as one Jesus sends out to go and make disciples of others, to be a witness, to share the gospel, to heal the sick, to set people free, and to use your gifts to help others follow Christ.

The Jesus Apprenticeship beginning Feb 5th is being offered to those involved in the Clyde Church Plant. There are a limited number of extra spaces available for others who might be interested in future church planting. Please talk to Pastor Ken to discuss this further. Email Ken: [email protected]

GTM1 | Tuesday 7th February

Growing To Maturity course (GTM1)

GTM is the ideal follow-on course to ‘Search To Find’ or ‘Alpha” and is perfect for those who:

• are hungry to grow in their relationship with God
• want their faith to move from head knowledge to life experience
• desire to learn how to live out the Christian life in a practical way

Come along to the Introduction session to find out more

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Seniors Ministry | Wednesday 8th February

The Friendship Group is back for 2023! Come along and invite someone new who has not come to the Friendship Group before.

Details:

• Time: 1.30pm – 4.00pm
• Where: 446 Centre Road, Berwick, Vic, 3806
• Bring: please bring a plate for everyone to share

>>>SENIORS MINISTRY<<<

Couples Night Out – Ben Price | Sunday 12th February

Calling all couples! Comedian Ben Price has his audiences rolling in the aisles with his clean comedy. Save the date and have a night out with Ben Price! 

Details:

• Time: 5.30pm
• Where: 446 Centre Road, Berwick, Vic, 3806
• Cost: TBC

Baptism Class | Wednesday 15th February

Perhaps you are interested in getting baptised or would like to know more about what baptism is all about. If that is you, then we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible.

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Forge Young Adults Summer Camp | Friday 17th February

We are going to Bonnie Doon for Summer Camp! This is a weekend not to be missed by any YA (Age 16+). Make sure you bring all of your friends and get ready for a great weekend!

Here are some of the things we have lined up:

• Watersports with plenty of boats & jet skis
• Hike seeing the sights
• Evening Y&Y Service on Saturday evening
• BBQ dinner & a feed at the Bonnie Doon Hotel

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Life@Work Conference | Saturday 18th February

The Future of Work: How to love your colleagues and share Jesus in an ever-changing landscape

Life@Work Conference is City Bible Forum’s annual conference to encourage Christians in the workplace. Since 2013, the conference has been equipping and empowering Christians from around Australia, and the world, for their life and witness in the workplace.

Join us at Life@Work Conference 2023 as we discover the answers. Feel confident to be a Christian in your daily work, in spite of uncertainty!

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Young Families Camping | Friday 3rd March – Sunday 5th March

Who would like to go camping at Warburton Holiday Park, 30 Woods Point Road Warburton. Located approximately one hour from Berwick? This is a chance for young families to camp together and experience the fun of connecting through camping. You’ll need to provide your own camping equipment, bedding, meals etc. Make sure you book.

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Thank you for being His Presence in Every Place! 

KEN RAYMENT

Church Planting Pastor