Friday 17th March 2023

The composition of families in Australia is going through a transition. We see a few interesting trends according to The Institute of Australian Families Study’s report of 2022.

One of the conclusions one can make is that everyone in Australia can in some way refer to a single-parent family within their immediate sphere of influence:

It does take a village to raise a child and never has it been more important for The Church to relate better and more effective with single parent families. There lies great hope in The Church for single parent families, as it can create an environment wherein these families can flourish. This Sunday we will listen to an amazing message as well as a testimony of how a single parent from our church has done a great job on raising kids and leading a family as a single parent. It is going to be an inspirational and highly relevant message for everyone…not just for single parents! The essence of what will be preached will transform anyone that applies the biblical principle this single parent will teach us this Sunday. My prayer is that the following scripture will be the fruit of Sunday’s service:

'And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God. '

Philippians 1:9-11 NIV

Baptism | Highlight

It was a privilege to hear the testimonies and witness the baptisms of Leigh, Kaiden, Jessica & Ben. We thought the baptisms were all done until Lachlan decided to get baptised as well! And after the service, Mert got baptised as well. Isn't God good?! He is working in the hearts of men and women and guiding them in taking the next steps in their faith journey. Perhaps God is prompting you to take the next steps in your faith journey through baptism. Fill out this form and someone will be in touch. Our next baptism will be on Sunday, 30 April with a baptism briefing on Tuesday, 18th April so register as soon as you can.

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4x4s | Join The Fun!

We are so excited that our Sunday gatherings are growing and now find the car park is overflowing. If you own a 4×4, join the fun and park up on the grassland in the back paddock so it frees up spaces in the car park for our new guests. Thank you!

If you would like to volunteer on the Parking Team, fill out the application form here.

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Fuse Youth | Friday 17th March

There is no youth program because we are all away at Youth Camp! We can't wait to see you again next Friday.

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Sunday Service  | Successful Single Parenting

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 look forward to seeing you! If you can't make it, you can catch up on our YouTube channel.

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Kids Church  | Sunday 19th March

This week at Kids Church…
2 to 4-year-olds | Jesus is gentle | Mark 5: 25-34
5 to 12-year-olds | The Unmerciful Servant | Matthew 18:21-35

Register your child/ren below before attending if you are new

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Child Dedication Q&A | Sunday 19th March

If you’re interested in Child Dedication, there is a brief Q&A and briefing session.

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Forge Young Adults Service | Sunday 19th March

Sammy Medlin is one of the amazing young adults who is on the leadership team here at FORGE. He has been at Berwick since he was born, and has served in the FUSE youth ministry as well. A sport lover at heart, Sammy is a recent graduate that is working in elite sport for intellectually impaired athletes. He is passionate about seeing people come together and form genuine connections, and cares a lot about seeing this young adult community healthy and thriving. Starts 5.30pm. BYO meal!

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Men's Prayer Group | Sunday 19th March

The Men’s Prayer Group is a group of men who meet to pray together. The group meets at the church every Sunday evening. Where individuals spend time in prayer, worship, and fellowship together as men who walk together to seek the face of God. Starts 5.45pm.

Boys Brigade | Monday 20th March

Be part of the action Monday night. 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

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Mental Health Support Gathering | Tuesday 21st March

These Gatherings are facilitated by Christians who wish to walk alongside people in their journey, loving and caring for them by providing a safe place to be heard and share life’s challenges together, offering friendship and hope. In addition, the Gatherings will provide tools to assist people in dealing with life, with specialist speakers addressing relevant topics.

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Seniors Ministry | Wednesday 22nd March

Let’s remember Jesus – God’s living love letter. Ps Gary Lewis will be leading the communion service and singing a solo. Ps Ian Edwards will bring the Easter message. The Friendship Group meet in the Connect Lounge at 1.30pm to 4.00pm Please bring a plate for everyone to share.

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Partners Gathering | Sunday 26th March

If you are a partner, you are invited to the next Partners Gathering. Come along and build stronger relationships and hear how we are galvanising our unity before Christ.

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Child Dedication Service | Sunday 2nd April

Child dedication is the acknowledgment that not only are children a gift from God, but they are His children. You place your child into God’s hands and trust that He will guide you in parenting. Essentially, dedicating your child to God is to declare that you will train your child in the ways of the Lord. There is a Child Dedication Q&A meeting on Sunday 19th March if you would like to know more and book here. 

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Men's Event | Sunday 2nd April

Christopher was having the time of his life, enjoying every moment of the tandem skydive. Suddenly noticing he passed his daughter at high speed and realised it was because her parachute opened and his didn't! Christopher and his instructor Arron came crashing to the ground, spiralling in an anti-clockwise direction and landing feet first. You are invited to hear Christopher talk about his miraculous survival, paying tribute to Arron who in the final seconds before hitting the ground, cradled a total stranger to protect his passenger.

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Thank you for being His Presence in Every Place! 

BRAAM BOTHA

Senior Pastor