Our Life Together: 17th-24th October 2010
Sunday 17th
10:00am Worship Service
(plus Sunday School inc. Gr. 5 & 6)
Speaker: Michael
11:30am Morning Tea
12:30pm Relay for Life - PBC Team
Meeting in the Hall
2:00pm Lewis Court Service
5:00pm FUEL Youth Study Group
Monday 18th
7:30pm MSG & Market Planning
Meeting at Jon & Steph’s
Tuesday 19th
10:30am Church House Prayer Meeting 12:00pm Basket Lunch in the Hall
7:00pm Table Tennis at the Hall
7:30pm Home Group at Honeybuns’
Wednesday 20th
7:30pm Home Group at L&D Oakley’s
7:30pm Home Group at R&R Mibus’
8:00pm Young Adults’ Home Group
at Church House
BULLETIN NOTICES: To place
notices in the bulletin, please contact
Wilma Crouch on 5523 3595 or email
crouchcastle@hotkey.net.au by 10am
Thursdays. Thank you.
Loaves
& Fishes
Thank you to everyone for your
faithful support. Items most
needed include: canned
vegetables; pasta; shampoo;
conditioner; jam; tissues; soup;
tea; coffee; sugar; toiletries;
biscuits. Place donations in the
foyer trolley or in the marked box
on the piano downstairs .
Thursday 21st
7:30pm Music Practice
Enjoying God, Blessing Others
Friday 22nd
7:30pm FUEL Youth - meet at the
Church Hall - Beach Games
Sunday 17th October 2010
with Hamilton Baptist Youth
Sunday 24th
10:00am Worship Service Welcome to our service.
(plus Sunday School) We are so glad you are with us.
Speakers: Norm & Karen Roberts
11:30am Morning Tea
We are a company of ordinary people who love Jesus
and want to share his love and care with everybody.
with Norm & Karen It is our prayer that God will speak
plus NT presentation with you today.
5:00pm FUEL Youth Study Group
at the Youth Shed
Our Upcoming Highlights
PBC Relay for Life Meeting: Today in the Hall - 12:30pm
Lewis Court Monthly Service: This Afternoon - 2:00pm
FUEL Youth Study Group: Tonight at the Youth Shed - 5:00pm
Roster: 24th October 2010 MSG & Upwelling Planning Meeting: Tomorrow - 7:30pm
Door Greeting: Mieke Walker FUEL Youth Combined with Hamilton Youth: Next Friday - 7:30pm
Norm & Karen Roberts’ Visit plus Church Lunch: Next Sunday 24th
Door & Offering: Dallas Walker
MSG & SUFM Upwelling Festival Market: Saturday week 30th
Downstairs D&O: Micheal Barnes
Christmas Child Dedication Service: Sunday 31st October
Children’s Talk: Peter Dalliston Combined Churches’ Service at St John’s: Sunday 31st - 5:30pm
Media Desk: David S, Ian,
James Pastor: Associate Pastor: Secretary:
Morning Tea: Handley, Crouch Rev John Simpson Rev Michael Drennan Jim Blake
13 Browning Street 11 Webb Court 39 Patrick Street
Offering Counting: D Hobbs &
Portland Portland Portland
R Dalliston
P: 5523 2257 P: 5523 4893 P: 5523 2347
Lawns & Garden: D Hein M: 0428 780 421 M: 0408 568 887 M: 0425 714 633
Church Cleaning: Honeybun simmoj@datafast.net.au mdrennan@eftel.net.au jim.blake@bigpond.com.au
Hall/Kitchen Clean: Dalliston
Our website: www.portlandbaptist.org.au
Ch. House Clean: L Handley
 “Devote yourselves to prayer, being
We are blessed . . .
watchful and thankful.” Col. 4:2 OUR FINANCES
. . to have such committed men and women serving on our
diaconate. Did you know that the diaconate meet twice a month to Total Sept. Offering: $12,690
provide guidance to the church on a variety of issues? To improve  Our friends with health needs – Stuart Monthly Budget: $16,250
communication with the church body, we wanted to share with you Oakley, Matthew Harris, Graham Weekly Target: $ 3,750
the following items that were discussed last Monday night. Adams, George Mackley, Gillian Weekly Average $ 2,977
Karlberg, Jim Coates, Lionel Atwell, (avg. from 1st July 2010)
 Finance - Giving continues to decline with no understanding of why this is Keith Whitbourn, Stevie King. Week 29 Aug $ 2,264
occurring. We need to be aware that giving continues to be substantially Remember our older friends too: Joe Week 05 Sept $ 3,320
below budget and if this trend continues the church will have to make some Week 12 Sept $ 2,877
Wiltshire, Thelma Brown, Neil
modifications. Week 19 Sept $ 3,299
Mitchell, Iris Rogers, Gordon Kennedy
Week 26 Sept $ 2,893
 Leadership Succession – As we prepare for the Lambert’s departure, we and Alice Attwood.
are taking steps to understand the complete duties and responsibilities of the  Pray that the homes would be sold for Direct Debit Payments for offerings
treasurer’s position to ensure a smooth transition takes place. and donations can be made
John & Stephanie and Stuart & Terese.
electronically. Details are as follows:
 Deacon Positions – Next month we will be holding our AGM on 21  Our deacons: Jim, Len, Paul, Jon, Jan, Acc Name: Portland Baptist
November and we will be looking for replacements as Roger and Len fulfill Bruce, Roger, Rosie, John and Michael Church Direct Offering
their term commitments as deacons. Nomination forms will be available in a  Our SUFM directors: Mick Holden BSB 704 922
couple of weeks. Account No. 100 006 869
(Portland) and Renee Barnden
 Church Review – We are continuing to work through the suggestions from (Melbourne)
our church review. Our goal is to present these to the church early next year  The Missions Support Group as they Building Fund
for discussion. plan for the Upwelling Festival. Total Building Fund raised to
 Church Building – The deacons are exploring new target giving goals as we
end of September: $503,528
Monday
progress with the plans for the new building. The goals will be given to the September Donations: $2,707
Len & Lee Caddick, Melissa, Daniel
church in the near future. B/F available balance: $100,233
Tuesday
 Partnership with Central Baptist in Zimbabwe – We all agreed that the Robyn Coad All gifts to the building fund are
time spent with John Bell was very meaningful for our congregation. fully tax deductible. Please take
Wednesday the information sheets (blue &
Currently, we are exploring ways to further our commitment to each other so Roger & Wilma Crouch
both fellowships are benefiting from a possible partnership. We are also yellow) and envelopes are
very appreciative of the generosity of Bruce and Sue that allowed this Thursday available in the porch. You can
connection to take place. Ian Currie, Tim deposit straight into the building
fund via internet banking using
Friday
The days that are ahead of our church are both promising and challenging. Pray for the following information:
Phil & Jenny Curtis,
our deacons that they will be filled with God’s wisdom. Acc Name: Portland Baptist
Felicity, Michael, Genevieve
Finally, if you desire to add comment to any of the matters mentioned above, please Church Direct Building Fund
Saturday
feel free to contact any of our deacons. BSB 704 922
Peter & Robyn Dalliston
Blessings, Account No 100 007 044
Sunday
Michael & Christy Jenny & Colin Dalton “Let’s press on in faith!”
 Read the Bible Weekly Prayer Group A Special Visit
in 2010 Please join us at 10.30am From Norm & Karen
 Oct 17 Luke 12:35-13:21 Tuesdays at the Church
John 9:1-41 House. The regular Friday Don’t miss a special missions day next Sunday
 Oct 18 John 10:1-42 prayer group will resume 24th October. Norm and Karen Roberts from
Luke 13:22-14:24 soon but not on 2nd Fridays Global Interaction will be our Guest Speakers. After the service we’ll share
 Oct 19 Luke 14:25-17:10
when it is Prayer Day. fellowship over a finger-food lunch, followed by a special presentation
John 11:1-37
 Oct 20 John 11:38-57 about Norm & Karen’s very different and challenging mission in the
Luke 17:11-18:8
DATES TO
Northern Territory. Pray for them as problems continue at Yuendumu, one
 Oct 21 Luke 18:9-14 REMEMBER
of their ministry centres.
Mark 10:1-12
Matthew 19:1-12
‘Relay for Life’ - PBC
Team Meeting: Today - 12:30pm
Mark 10:13-16
Matthew 19:13-15 Lewis Court Service: This In Sympathy ...
Luke 18:15-17 Afternoon - 2:00pm
Mark 10:17-31 Our thoughts and prayers are with John and Judith
Matthew 19:16-30 FUEL Youth Study at the
Youth Shed: Tonight - 5:00pm who are with extended family in Melbourne this
Luke 18:18-30
 Oct 22 Matthew 20:1-16 MSG & Upwelling Planning
weekend following last Thursday's Thanksgiving
Mark 10:32-34 Meeting: at the Lamberts’ home, Service for Rob, their brother-in-law. This coming
Matthew 20:17-19 Tomorrow - 7:30pm week is their week off in the month. Please keep John
Luke 18:31-34
Mark 10:35-45 Table Tennis for all at the Hall: & Judith and all the family in prayer during this
Matthew 20:20-34
Tuesdays from 7:00-9:00pm
sensitive time. We trust the everlasting arms of Jesus
Mark 10:46-52 FUEL Youth - combined with
Luke 18:35-19:27 Hamilton Baptist: Meet at the will be their support and comfort in the weeks ahead.
 Oct 23 Mark 14:3-9 Hall Next Friday 22nd - 7:30pm
Matthew 26:6-13
John 12:1-11 Special Visitors: Norm & Karen
Roberts from the NT Missions: Missions & SUFM Fundraiser
Mark 11:1-11
Speaking next Sunday 24th plus Saturday Week 30th Oct. at the Foreshore!!
Matthew 21:1-11
Basket Lunch & presentation
Luke 19:28-40
John 12:12-19 Silver Threads Craft Group: Part of the Upwelling Festival
Luke 19:41-44 Tuesday 26th at Robyn’s home
John 12:20-36
PBC: Cake Stall, BBQ & Donuts
 Oct 24 John 12:37-50
Missions & SUFM Market :
Saturday week 30th October Fast becoming a traditional PBC Annual Event, we were delighted with the
Mark 11:12-14
combined church family effort at this event last year, and are hoping for
Matthew 21:18-22 Dedication of Christmas Child your help, donations and prayers again. All donations of baked goods,
Mark 11:15-19 Boxes: Sunday 31st October
Matthew 21:12-17 produce, jams etc will be gratefully accepted. We also need teams of BBQ
Luke 19:45-48 Combined Churches’ Service: cooks, servers, setters-up and planners! (See below ...)
Mark 11:20-33
at St John’s - 31st Oct. - 5:30pm
NB: MSG & Upwelling Planning Meeting
Matthew 21:23-27 AGM & Quarterly Meeting: 7:30pm Tomorrow at Jon & Steph Lamberts’ - 73 Short St.
Luke 20:1-8 Sunday 21st November
Please come along - many hands make light work!
 South West “Relay for Life” Samaritan’s New Church
Purse: Directory
~ PBC Team 2011 ~
“Operation
Registration: TODAY - 12:30pm Christmas Child” The new Church Contact
Calling all those interested in supporting the Relay for Life PBC Team! Thank you to everyone who is already
Directory will be printed at the
Come to the meeting TODAY in the hall at 12:30pm. busy filling Christmas Child gift boxes!
More boxes and leaflets are still end of the month. If you have not
BYO lunch. Registration cost is $15.00. available in the foyer and downstairs. already done so, would you please
For more details please see Debbie Oakley or phone: 5521 7164, mob: Our boxes will be received on Sunday check the directory copies -
0439 550 244 or email: ldoakley@bigpond.net.au
week, 31st October with a special upstairs or downstairs - and make
blessing as they begin their journey. If alterations on the sheets
you will not be here on the 31st, boxes
Silver Combined may be handed to Mark Hurkmans
provided. Thank you!

Threads Churches beforehand. Remember to include $9

Craft Group
Tuesday week 26th
All ladies are invited to the Silver
Threads monthly get-together on
Tuesday week, 26th October. Come
to Robyn Dalliston’s home, 72
Dalwood Lane at 12:00pm, bringing
your lunch and current craft or
sewing projects. This is always a
friendly and entertaining afternoon.
Service
31st October
The next Combined
Churches’ Service
will be held at 5:30 pm on
October 31st at St. John’s
Lutheran Church. Everyone is
invited and encouraged to share
this time of worship and
fellowship with our local
brothers and sisters in Christ.
per box for shipping costs. Loaves and Fishes - News
~ Processing Volunteers ~ The pantry of Loaves and Fishes is in
If you will be in Melbourne and can need of the following items:
spare a few hours, the Christmas Child
Canned Vegetables
Processing Centre would like
Pasta
volunteers to prepare shoe boxes for
their overseas journey. Details: Shampoo
 Minimum 16 years plus Conditioner
 Mon - Sat. 9:00am-3:30pm Jam
 Training provided for first visit Tissues
 At 8-12 Simla St. Mitcham Thank you to everyone for your
support of this vital ministry.
 Ph: 1800 684 300 to book in.

FUEL YOUTH AGM and Quarterly Meeting

“HANG-OUT with Hamilton”
Next Friday Night, Oct 22
Combined Activity with the Hamilton Baptist Youth Group.
Get ready for a night of BEACH GAMES!!
(weather permitting)
7:30 – 9:30 (Meet at church hall)
More info contact Rosie, Scott or Brad. .
After lunch on Sunday 21st November 2010
There will be at least four diaconate vacancies which need
to be filled – each for three years. Nomination forms and
more details will be available soon. Your prayerful
consideration of this matter would be appreciated.
AGM Reports …
Yes, it’s that time of year again - leaders and convenors of all areas of PBC
activity are reminded that your reports are requested for inclusion in the
AGM. Please email or hand in reports to Wilma or Jim by Sunday 7th
November. Chokky frogs awarded to all prompt reportees … 