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“We are the church… together we’ll make a difference” |
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Anglican Parish of Ballina |
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Coming Events |
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WE WELCOME Bryce Fegan from NCCA who will speak to us today about the Christmas Bowl appeal.
REV’D RACHEL’S ORDINATION 10am, Saturday, 29th November at Christ Church Cathedral in Grafton. Lee Shirville will also be Priested and Jazz Dron Deaconed. Please continue to uphold them in prayer. If you would like to contribute to a gift for Rachel, please put it in an envelope and mark it “Ordination gift” and place on plate.
TRIP TO ARIAH PARK 6th -10th March, 2009. Four nights accommodation at Raymond Terrace, Cootamundra, Dubbo and Tamworth. Two course dinner each night plus fully cooked breakfast, morning teas, lunch each day except on the 10th. Entrance fees to Pet Porpoise Pool, Coffs Harbour, The Don Bradman Museum Bowral, day with Ariah Park Parish, Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo, Big Guitar and Wax Museum at Tamworth. All inclusive $630 twin share, single supplement $770. $200 deposit will secure you a seat, the balance to be paid by Thursday February 26. The balance can be paid off in instalments. Looking forward to you travelling with us. Parishioners, there is a lot of interest from the community, so if you want to go, put your name down ASAP! Ellen, Marie and boys.
SPIRITSONG II AND THE NOUVEAUX SINGERS are combining to present A SACRED SPACE Thursday, 27th November, 2008 8.00pm St Bartholomew’s Anglican Church, Alstonville. A wide spectrum of sacred styles of choral music including JS Bach & English composers Benjamin Britten, John Tavener and John Rutter. NOT TO BE MISSED. Tickets $12/10 at the door.
CHRISTMAS CRAZY CARDS Friday, 23rd November A fun night is assured $2 plus a small plate for supper. Hope to see you there at St. Mary’s hall at 7pm
'LETS EAT OUT' FUNDRAISER FOR BIBLE SOCIETY - Wednesday, 3rd December, 6pm for 6.30pm at the Golf Club's Buffet meal, plus seconds, Tea and Coffee for $15 which includes a levy of $2 to raise funds to buy paper for Bibles for China. If attending, please pay when you put your name on list provided in the office. If any Parishioner would like to donate to this cause, place your money in an envelope and hand in to the office or put in Sunday collection Bag. Thank you. Ellen and Marilyn. |
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ANGEL TREE 2008 Thank you to all those wonderful people who took an angel. Just a reminder to have them back asap as they have to be posted by December 7th. Helen - Co-ordinator 6686 3865
W.W.W. What Women Want No November gathering this month due to other activities. Last get together this year is on Saturday, 6th December @ 8.00am at Missingham Park. Free breakfast will be provided. Bring a cup and thermos of hot water. A friend or friends would be very welcome. Place names on sheet at back of church. Contact Judy McIntosh 6686 7295
CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT Proceeds will go to BSREA.
ST. MARKS CASINO SINGERS Thanks for your support and thanks to the ladies who donated afternoon tea. $457.50 will be sent to Ariah Park.
SANCTUARY SUPPORTING REFUGEES A BBQ lunch is being held today, 54 Swift Street, Ballina between 11.30 and 2pm for a cost of $12. All proceeds to Sanctuary. All welcome Enquiries 6686 2249.
MU AUSTRALIA CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON This Tuesday, 25th November in the function room. The Ballina Women’s Christian Choir will present their Christmas programme at 11.15am followed by lunch at 12.15pm.
GDIF The opportunity to earn 8.25% for a 12mth term deposit is available for a limited time. See Hugh McIntosh, GDIF Rep
PRAYER AND PRAISE Wednesday, 26th November Starts at 6pm in the Function Room of St. Mary’s with a bring & share meal. Everyone most welcome.
CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY AND THEIR FAMILIES at St. Mary’s, Wednesday, 17th December 5.30pm - 7.30pm. RSVP for catering purposes to the Parish office on 6686 2094 |