Karen Schilperoort writes…
“That’s why we can be so sure that every detail in our lives of love for God is worked out into something good.” Romans 8:28
Recently in church I had the amazing privilege of listening to Edith Arcus share her testimony about this verse. I’ve heard this verse so many times I had almost become de-sensitised to its meaning.
Edith shared about the good that God brought out of the tragic death of her husband Graham earlier this year. Graham died as a result of being attacked while walking home from a church prayer meeting on a Saturday night last May. Edith is an amazing woman - with such depth of character and love for the Lord - who integrates scripture and forgiveness in her everyday life.
Here are some of the good things Edith shared regarding Graham’s death:
That Graham was seen eating an ice-cream at Ollies by a fellow church member just prior to his death – important for the police report that his blood sugar was not low as he was a diabetic – so therefore did not stumble and injure himself.
Two women heard the attack from their home and were able to be there and comfort Graham and placed a pillow under his head while waiting for the ambulance. As it turned out, the two ladies are zealous Christians.
The young man with a history of violence was now off the streets and thus prevented from inflicting further violent acts on the public.
Graham was now with his Lord and free from the many illnesses that that had burdened him for nearly twenty years.
Thank you so much Edith for having the courage to share your journey of Graham’s death, with our church family. Thank you that your life that is a witness and testimony to the forgiveness and grace of Jesus.
TUESDAY 29th
Community Worship
11:15am-12pm
Yeah Right!
Rodney Macann
Facilitated by
Edmonds Namburi & Howard Cross
After Dinner Mints
Ben Matautia
Ben works for the Papatoetoe Adolescent Christian Trust where he is involved with ‘at risk’ youth at the high school. He is also the founder of a street church which reaches out to the marginalised of the local community. Plus he’s studying at BCNZ!
WEDNESDAY 30th
Carey Prayer in the Chapel
12:40-1:00pm
Praying for the college, community, country and people.
MISSION OF THE WEEK
Mission of the week for the Centre For Intercultural Studies this week will be Teen Mission International with displays and information. Make sure you take a look some time during the week from Monday.
COFFEE!!
Make the most of the two opportunities in each week to enjoy some good coffee in the dining room thanks to the Student Association team!
Mondays and Thursdays; 10:45-11:15am; $2 cup
OPEN TUESDAYS...Pass it on!!!
21 October
8:45am—4pm
An opportunity for those interested in study at Carey, to come and join us onsite and see what a day at Carey is like plus have the opportunity to ask questions. If you know of people who may be thinking about coming to Carey whatever their preferred programme, please encourage them to this. Contact Neroli for details of the day and to register. registrar@carey.ac.nz or 0800 773 776.
CALLING ALL WOMEN...
Time for an end-of-year brunch for Carey women!
Saturday 11 October; 9:15am; Cost: your own
Kings Plant Barn Café (not Palmers!)
236 Orakei Rd, RemueraPlease let Rachel know if you plan on joining us!
COMMUNITY WORSHIP, PRAYER, LUNCH!
Over the coming 5 weeks we are conscious that for all of you there will be lots happening with assignments coming due and some thinking about next year. Amongst all of that, do try and make the time to come to Community Worship, Prayer and Lunches if you are onsite.
STUDY IN 2009
Laurie, Neroli and Russell will be holding a course planning session for 2009 study options.
Monday 13 October: 4:45-5:30pm in the chapel
Tuesday 14 October: 1:00-1:45pm in the chapel
Come and talk with the academic team early!
WELCOME...
...to students who will join with us onsite on Tuesday and are exploring the option of study at Carey in 2009. Please say hi if you meet them in classes and over lunch.
PRAYER POINTS
You all are aware of the busyness of this time of the year.
Please do pray for each other particularly remembering:
* Those finishing qualifications and starting to make some decisions about 2009
* Teaching staff, as they plan courses for 2009 and work through mounds of marking!
* Administrative staff who are involved with the day-to-day running of the college
* Those amongst our community who are facing illness and challenges
Plus don’t forget to celebrate with each other the fun and exciting things that are happening within the community as well.
THANK YOU...IN ADVANCE!
Please do enjoy yourselves and relax in the dining room and recreation room area…There are a lot of people that come and go through those rooms so please just a gentle little reminder to help us keep things tidy for you and the next people by doing your dishes and disposing of rubbish from the main area. We appreciate it. Thank you.