Tuesday, 16 September 2008
Blog relocates
Friday, 5 September 2008
CCTC NEWS
CCTC report that they are making good headway in achieving their goals this year. Click on http://www.cctc.edu.au/news/index.html to learn something of their work and achievements.
Contact John Williamson
Registrar - Churches of Christ Theological College
44-60 Jacksons Road, Mulgrave VIC 3170, Australia
Ph +61 3 9790 1000
www.cctc.edu.au registrar@cctc.edu.au
COCWA ANNOUNCEMENT
The Executive is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Mike Adamson, formerly of Swan Hill in Victoria, as the new Executive Minister. Mike will commence in that role on 20th October 2008. He has a background as Senior Pastor of churches in N.S.W. and Victoria which experienced significant growth under his leadership. He was also part of the task force in establishing A.C.O.M. in its current form.
Mike is married to Melissa and they have five children aged between four and fourteen.
Mike is enthusiastic about possibilities for Churches of Christ in planting new churches and resourcing existing churches for mission, growth and vitality.
Gordon Bassett
Thursday, 4 September 2008
Ministry Position Available
The Elizabeth Church of Christ in Adelaide, South Australia is seeking a full time Associate Pastor to work in the areas of youth and young families. We are looking for a spiritually mature, evangelical Pastor, who is theologically trained, has proven experience in these ministry areas and who embraces Churches of Christ beliefs and practices.
The role expectations are available in more detail, but in summary we are looking for someone to develop healthy youth, young adult and young family programs that will complement the overall vision of our church, with a strong focus on discipleship, leadership development and a capacity to work in a team.
The Elizabeth Church of Christ has established a strong presence in the local community with a heart for the poor and to see the community transformed by the power of the Gospel of Christ.
You can request a more detailed Role Description on request.
Phone: 8255 2467, email: lindsay@elizabethcoc.org
Applications close 13th October, 2008
CONCERT BOOKING
Some brief information on us:
This past August, we claimed the title of 2007 Unity Fest Artist Ovation winner. As the highest rated band in the online fan voting stage, we moved on to the final round where we were chosen as overall winning artist by Word/Warner Brothers Records. The win earned us two prime stage spots at Unity Fest in Muskegon, Michigan (USA), including a slot opening for MercyMe on the Main Stage. Other artists we have shared the bill with include Sanctus Real, Newsboys, Jeremy Camp, Casting Crowns, Jars of Clay, Nevertheless, Leeland, Chris Tomlin, and Superchic[k].
Our debut album, which was released in the summer of 2006, was co-produced by myself and Mark Pay (whom also produced and developed Island/Def Jam Records artist Jon McLaughlin on first two albums), engineered by Grammy Award winner Ronnie Brookshire (Rob Thomas, Michael W. Smith, Steven Curtis Chapman), and mixed & mastered by Grammy Award winner Chad Evans (Gaither Vocal Band).
AVAILABLE DATES
November 23-26 (Western Australia only)
December 1-4 (Victoria only, unless for a fly-date)
December 8-26
January 2-6 (New South Wales only, unless for a fly-date)
January 24-30
For more information, to listen to songs, and watch live performance video clips, you can visit our MySpace page.
You can contact us through this email (nogreatersky@gmail.com), or via telephone at 517.862.3081. Thank you very much for your time! I hope to hear from you soon.
-- Curt Anderson
no greater sky LLC
www.myspace.com/nogreatersky
517.862.3081
Wednesday, 3 September 2008
Bereavement
I am sure you are aware that James Jauncey was a great theologian, founding Principal of Kenmore Christian College in Queensland 1965, Churches of Christ Minister at Albion, Brisbane, and most recently of Coronado Christian Church in El Paso, a keen Christian teacher and author of many Christian books.
There is of course much more to his “CV” and wonderful full Christian life of teaching and ministry. He was a peer of Gordon Stirling and well known and respected by him.
Heather & Peter Jauncey
Colea, 125 Caseys Road, BREDBO NSW 2626
Phone: (02) 6454 4305 Mobile: 0438 624 718
Tuesday, 2 September 2008
AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN LOBBY (ACL)
In addition to this, ACL has organized for candidates from many different electorates across WA to meet with the Christians in their community. These are called 'Meet Your Candidate Forums' and it is important that they are well attended for two reasons: Firstly, Christians need to know the values of the person they are voting for and secondly, Members of Parliament and candidates need to see the Christian constituency as large and active, and worth considering when creating policy.
For info on where Meet Your Candidate Forums are being held and for the date and time of Make it Count, log on to ACL's WA Votes website: www.wavotes.org.au. This website will also include the Parties' positions on a range of issues and how MP's have voted on important pieces of legislation.
Contact waoffice@acl.org.au or 9221 0655 if you have any further questions.
The Australian Christian Lobby is a non-denominational, non party partisan lobby group and their vision is to see Christian principles and ethics accepted and influencing the way we are governed, do business, and relate to each other as a community.
Tuesday, 26 August 2008
video editing position
Details on the website www.yfc.org.au
Friday, 22 August 2008
SPECIAL OFFER
Both the MAP and SMSC manual are ideal for working through with your church committee, leadership team or parish council. To enable churches to buy multiple copies for their committee/leadership team members we are offering an extra discount for bulk purchases.
Mission Action Planning Manual
Reduced from $70.00. The Mission Action Planning Manual (MAP) gives a step-by-step guide to planning and implementing evangelism and outreach within your church or group. The kit comes with a CD containing a range of forms and planning tools that you can customise and reproduce.
The table of contents can be downloaded by clicking www.gospeloutreach.com.au/resources/MAPContents.pdf
1-4 copies $45.00 ea 5-9 copies $35.00 ea 10+ copies $30.00 ea
Starting Mission-Shaped Churches Manual (Stuart Robinson)
Reduced from $29.95. This practical manual covers issues such as the Biblical foundation for church planting, church planter characteristics, different methods & models, recruiting a core team, developing a mission plan, launching the public meeting and planting again. The manual comes with discussion questions at the end of each chapter, and is full of helpful examples and illustrations – many drawn from the author’s own experience as a church planter and consultant. To find out more the following extracts can be downloaded.
SMSC Contents www.gospeloutreach.com.au/resources/SMSCContents.pdf
SMSC Chapter 3 www.gospeloutreach.com.au/resources/SMSCChapter3.pdf
SMSC Case Study www.gospeloutreach.com.au/resources/SMSCSteveBligh.pdf
1-4 $25.00 5-9 copies $22.50 ea 10+ copies $20.00 ea
Postage is extra.
The order form can be downloaded by clicking on www.gospeloutreach.com.au/resources/resource2.pdf and then post or fax it to us with your payment. Or, give us a call on 02 9980 9913 and we can take your order over the phone. If you would like further information please contact us on 02 9980 9913 or at info@gospeloutreach.com.au
INTERESTED IN LABYRINTHS?
For both workshops and retreat.
Invitation to attend Courses
These 4 week courses are available on 4 Sunday nights, August 31 to September 21, for you and your church to make use of as you wish. They run from 7 pm to 8.30 pm each night.
Venue:- South Perth Church of Christ
Cnr Murray St & McNabb Loop, Como, WA.
Please RSVP to 9 313 1600
Catalyst A: A series for next generation leaders - Rod Thom
In the weeks ahead, we will be unpacking the elements of a catalyst leader – a person who is uncompromising in their integrity, passionate about God, intentional about community, courageous in their calling and engaged in their culture. Some of today’s most influential communicators have come together to provide this resource that is meant to help you grow in your personal influence. Our time together will truly challenge you! Cost of this stream will be $20.00 for the study manual. Limited number of 10 participants. Catalyst B will run during Term 4
The Power & Privilege of Worship - Daron Crothers
Expand, broaden, enrich, reshape and deepen your understanding of Biblical Worship. There will be opportunities to experience unique worship through this Stream
A new me? Finding your identity in Christ - Liz Roberts
Sometimes trying to live the Christian life seems all too much of a struggle. Jesus promised us ‘Life’ but what does this really mean? This course explores our identity in Christ and how to ‘walk in the Spirit’ or by the ‘grace’ of God.
DVD and Discussion Series - led by Tania Watson
- 31 August - Branded from Birth
Are you aware of the sheer scope and scale of market research and development that is targeting at people from birth? This DVD documentary from the ABC is a must-see for all those who recognize the challenge of living as Jesus’ Disciples in an increasingly consumer driven world.
- 7 September - Haven’t we been here before?
The writer of Ecclesiastes observed that there is ‘nothing new under the sun’. The challenges that we face in seeking to live for Jesus in our times are not new. This documentary explores the dilemmas facing Christians in the 17th Century Britain. You’ll find yourself encouraged and challenged by the striking similarities to our own time in history.
- 14 September - How Great is our God
This DVD message by Louis Giglio will thrill you to the core and encourage you deeply! ‘Your life is a miracle and the Creator knows you by name.’
- 21 September - Nooma Night
Rob Bell presents through a collection of short 10 minute DVDs some thoughtful and inspirational reflections on living for Jesus with integrity in our world. We will look at four DVDs and engage in some discussion following each one.
Youth Vision - Hall of Faith.

Youth Vision have created what we have called a Hall of Fame, but on reflection I like Rod Thom's suggestion of calling it a Hall of Faith instead!
Brian Stitt was welcomed in as our inaugural entrant into the Hall last weekend at the leadership retreat.
See why Brian was chosen by clicking here - a link to the Youth Vision web site.
Youth Vision Leaders Retreat - Huge Success!
If you want to know what we all got up to you had better click here to find out!


