A church is a group of people doing life together expressing His presence in every place

1. Spiritual Growth and Accountability

Scripture emphasizes that a church family provides an environment for spiritual growth and accountability. Hebrews 10:24-25 (NIV) underscores this:

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another."

A church family encourages believers to grow in their faith, holding them accountable in their walk with God. The more we evangelize, the more we need new faith communities. No one is born again in a spiritually mature state. We all need an environment where we can grow to maturity.

2. Support and Encouragement

In times of joy and hardship, a church family stands as a source of support and encouragement. Galatians 6:2 (NIV) affirms this:

“Carry each other's burdens, and in this way, you will fulfil the law of Christ."

The church highlights the importance of bearing one another's burdens, offering a sense of belonging and care within the church family.

3. Opportunities for Service and Ministry

Being part of a church family provides opportunities for service and ministry. 1 Peter 4:10 (NIV) states,

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God's grace in its various forms."

Faith communities emphasize that the church is a place where believers can discover and utilize their spiritual gifts for the greater good.

4. Fellowship and Community

A church family fosters fellowship and community, fulfilling the biblical call to love one another. 1 John 4:12 (NIV) states,

“No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God lives in us, and his love is made complete in us."

Scripture underscores the transformative power of loving relationships within the church family, mirroring God's love.

5. Worship and Spiritual Nourishment

Attending a church family provides the opportunity for corporate worship and spiritual nourishment. Psalm 122:1 (NIV) expresses this sentiment:

“I rejoiced with those who said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord."

The church emphasizes the significance of coming together to worship God, drawing strength and inspiration from communal worship experiences.

In conclusion, a church family is not merely an option but a necessity in the life of a believer. Grounded in the teachings of the Bible, the church family provides a context for spiritual growth, support, service, fellowship, and worship. By being an integral part of a church family, individuals can experience the fullness of God's plan for their lives and contribute to the well-being of the community of faith.

Join us on October 15th and 22nd at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. for these trial services. We invite you to attend one of these time slots and enjoy the cafe, which will be open between the services and after the second one.

This trial allows you to consider which service best suits your schedule and preferences. We value your input and hope this adjustment will help us to continue to serve our community effectively. Your feedback is vital during this period, so please share your thoughts and observations with us.

To help with traffic flow, we would appreciate you do the following.

• First service entry via Centre Rd and Gwendoline Drive/exit only via Gwendoline Drive after the service, Disabled Bays can exit via Centre Rd.
• Second service entry only via Centre Rd/exit via Centre Rd and Gwendoline Drive after the service.

We look forward to worshiping with you and embracing this growth together!

We held a special community program focusing on emotional health and well-being running parallel to the church launch. We began with a free seminar featuring a panel of professional experts. This now leads into the 5-week Thrive Clinic, starting Oct 11th. The Clinic focuses on coming alongside participants to provide key insights, mentoring, and prayer to achieve healing and freedom. 

Dave from the God’s Squad shared the club's history, which devotes their effort to those on the fringes of society and ministers among motorcycle clubs and associated groups.

Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who helped run this fantastic event! You blessed so many people.

The City of Casey Council recognised the generous support the Food Pantry and volunteers give to 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 basket 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 car 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

The Grade 6 Graduation Ceremony is also on Sunday 10th December before the End of Year celebration festivities begin. Each of our Kids Church Rooms will finish the year in prayer – thanking God for all that He has done in 2023!

Your kids will not want to miss out on this fun day – please add the date to your calendar.

NB: Grade 6 kids will soon be transitioning from Kids Church to Fuse Youth. We strongly encourage them to continue attending Kids Church until the end of the year aka their Graduation and Celebration Day. Grade 6 kids bring a valuable contribution to Kids Church through worship, prayer, and group discussions which has a very positive impact on the younger kids in the room. We also believe it is important to finish seasons well and end their time in Kids Church in a fun celebration.

9am Service

Sign-in desk opens at 8:50am – closes at 9:15am (usual place in the foyer)

Pick-up at 10:15am is ONLY via the external side glass sliding doors of the Family Life Centre via the side verandah (this is for Child Safety to avoid congestion in the foyer between services).

NB: Access to the Family Life Centre via the foyer will be restricted from 9:15 – 10:50am

NB: Please be prompt in picking up your children straight after the conclusion of the 9am service to allow time for Kids Ministry Team to prepare for the next service.

11am Service

Sign-in desk opens at 10:50am – closes at 11:15am (usual place in the foyer)

Pick-up at 12:15pm is ONLY via the external side glass sliding doors of the Family Life Centre via the side verandah.

NB: Access to the Family Life Centre via the foyer doors will be restricted from 11:15 – 12:30pm

NB: Please be prompt in picking up your children straight after the conclusion of the 11am service.

Many thanks for your cooperation during this trial service period. We welcome any feedback you can provide based on your experience from these days that will help us improve and streamline our delivery.

Come and join this fun and dynamic team and help us raise up the next generation to be strong and anchored in their faith. All training is happily provided.

If you feel called to serve in this valuable ministry, simply complete the Kids Ministry Volunteer Application Form via this link.

Need more info? Please contact Glennie: [email protected]

Details:

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

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You don’t need a lecture. You need someone to come alongside to understand your story and provide insights, a healing pathway where needed, and personal mentoring.

Imagine experiencing this in the safety of a small group where you are not alone, but inspired and encouraged.

5 consecutive Wednesdays:

• Session 1: The LIES we believe
• Session 2: Overcoming HURT and ANGER
• Session 3: Overcoming SHAME and REGRET
• Session 4: RELATIONSHIP dynamics
• Session 5: A new way of THINKING

Details

• Date: Wednesday 11th October 2023
• Time: 7.30pm – 9.15pm
• Address: Eliston Family and Community Centre. 20 Eliston Ave, Clyde.
• Cost: $20 individuals / $30 couples

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Jossy left India at the age of 17, with $20 in his pocket, a one-way ticket to Australia, and a big dream to become a business success. After early struggles with no money, and no friends or family, he started at the bottom of a small logistics company, which later grew to be listed on the Australian Stock Exchange.

Busy climbing the corporate ladder and chasing success, Jossy’s life was changed forever by an encounter with an eight-year-old homeless boy from the slums of Delhi. This chance encounter culminated in the establishment of Empart in 1998.

Jossy will explore the biblical and practical aspects of planting faith communities. Jossy is a gifted communicator with a unique depth of wisdom. Jossy is married to Jenni, and they have four children. So mark your calendar and join us this Sunday. Let’s raise the roof with joy, love, and a sense of purpose!

Don’t forget, Jossy will be preaching at both the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. for the Trial Double Services. We will not be live streaming these services due to sensitive content and information being shared. A recording of the service will be available on YouTube and Facebook on Thursday 19th October.

The Next Steps Lunch is a 3-Sunday Lunch event (Sunday 15th, 22nd, and 29th October 2023) where you will get the opportunity to get connected, learn more about the movement, and discover your potential whilst enjoying a delicious meal.

The lunches are especially relevant to Newcomers but if you’ve been an attendee, a volunteer, or a partner and have not been to a Next Step Lunch before, we also encourage you to register.

The expectation is that people who book will attend all 3 lunches as each lunch has a different focus. And did I mention that it’s free?

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If you would like to be contacted about being baptised, complete the Expression of Interest form below by clicking “Book Now".

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If you would like to participate, please fill in the Child Dedication Application Form on the BCOC website here. 

NB: The 12th of November will be the last Child Dedication Service for 2023.