Weekly Notices 8 October 2023

Mission Project:  Last Sunday we raised funds to assist with the posting of Christmas Boxes.  We raised a total of $179.50.  Thank you for your donations.

New World Stickers : Collecting again for  Family Works. Please leave in both Church Foyers or at the Office.

Operation Christmas Child Boxes:  Just  imagine bringing joy to a young person on Christmas day when they receive an      Operation Christmas Box. This may be the first gift a child has  ever received.  This parish will once again be supporting the project this year.

Each box is to contain:

• Something to wear,
• Something to play with,
• Something for school,
• Something to love,
• Something special
• Something for personal hygiene

for boys and girls in ages 2-14 years. If you wish to fill a box please ensure you cover the transport cost.

Otherwise you can provide goods or a   donation towards the transport costs and place in the box in the foyer of each church.  Items are required by Sunday 15 October.  For further information contact Judith Ph 688 6004.

Scissors:  Lost one pair of old but favourite scissors at the Plant Sale.  Please contact Murray at 686 1629.

Jam Session:  NO Jam Session this month

The Community Club:  Tuesdays, 1.30-3.30pm at St Stephens for Cards 500 and Indoor Bowls.  New members welcome. Contact:  Hazel 684 3478.

Journey 21:  Meet C-Bay carpark, 9am, Sunday 15 October.  October’s theme is:  ‘Nature—an Act of Divinity’.  All welcome.  Contact:  Ellen  ph 027 772 3146.

Bible Society Safari—Saturday 28 October, starting at 1.30pm at Connect Church in Redruth, then going to the Tongan Wesleyan Church in Otipua Rd, to the Basilica and finish at St Mary’s, where we will have afternoon tea.

College Road & Wai-iti Road Rosters for DATA & SOUND: We would like more Volunteers for these two positions.  Training will be available. Please phone the office 686 0981.

Presbyterian Women Lunch Group:  Will be held on Wednesday 18 October at St Stephens, Wai-iti Road 12.30pm commencing with a shared lunch.  Sales Table.  Guest Speakers: Valarie Watkinson (Team Leader) Therapy Pets Service with Volunteer Sue and dog Ruby.  The Pets Service is of great benefit to those in Residential Care, Hospitals, Healthcare Facilities and Schools etc.  Pets have a very calming manner for both young and old.  Apologies or rides please contact Dianne 686 0440, Dawn 686 0595 or Robyn 688 1948.

TP Kids Play Group:  Tell anyone who may be interested. Thursdays 10.00am, Trinity Community Centre, during school term. If you can help please contact Helen ph 684 6403 or 021 768 973.

Daily Devotionals:  Pick up your latest copy from the Foyers:

*  The Word for you        *  Word for you Today    *  Our Daily Bread

Eatwell Fruit & Vege Co-op:  Market-fresh fruit & vegetables.  Packs $15 or $10.  Text or phone 022 123 3663 or Facebook:  facebook.com/eatwelltimaru & message to order, for a pack each Thursday for pick up on the following Tuesday.

As you are aware fruit and vegetable prices are increasing, and the demand for budget priced food is on the rise. If you can help by donating any surplus fruit or vegetables from your garden the Eatwell team would be very appreciative.

Christian Superstore Timaru, 102 Stafford Street, Timaru:  Whether for younger people or older adults we have a selection of inspirational, teaching and biographies that will enhance and strengthen your walk with the Lord.

Contact us by:  ph:  688 3431  fb “Christian Superstore Timaru” OR Email: timarucbs@maxnet.co.nz   ChristianSuperstore.co.nz is our online shop for what we have available within our Cantabrian stores.” The volunteers at your local Christian Bookshop look forward to seeing you soon.

Giving:  Everything that we have is a gift from God.

You can contribute financially in the following ways:

• Cash or envelope in the offering plate, thanks.
• Automatic Payment or internet banking – Acc no: 03-1714-0405434-01

Please use either your name or Envelope number as a reference.

Or if you have any queries, please email us at:  finance@timarupres.org.nz

Need more Offering Envelopes?  Contact the church office 686 0981