PRAYER AND PRAISE

Pray that the Lord would heal Jim Baker of all his cancer and other illnesses, and restore the strength of his youth. Pray that the Lord would be with the people in our community who are experiencing challenging family situations. May He bring peace to those who are struggling with broken hearts. Guide us to give comfort where it is needed and be compassionate without judgement. Please pray for Sharilyn's parents as her dad (Harry) has tests to see if he has colon cancer. Please pray for those who have been impacted by the flooding in Cambodia and Thailand. The water levels in flood-ravaged Cambodia have been receding, but the danger of disease has increased. A worker in Thailand writes, Our church is flooded, and the flood also ruined the church members houses. For some houses, the water has reached to the roof. Pray that God will use this crisis to draw many to the Saviour.

West Harbour Alliance Church 145 Moire Road, West Harbour, Waitakere 0618 (09) 416-8991 www.whac.net.nz

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Pastoral Team
Pastor Matthew and Sharilyn Mordaunt 832 3922

Elders Board
Jacob Lauaki Joh Remiens Barry Thomas

WEST HARBOUR WEEKLY

20 November 2011 www.whac.net.nz

Executive Committee
Tom McKean (Treasurer), Naren Nanjan, Pauline Thomas, Matthew Mordaunt, and a representative from the Elders Board.

Church Office

416 8991 Pastor Matts office hours are 9am 11.30am Sun-Tue, Thurs & Fri. If you would like to drop by outside these hours, please ring the church before you come.

ROSTERS for November/December

Date 20 27 04 11 Preacher Matt Kevin N. Matt Worship Leader
Bethany

Are you new to this facility?

We know that it can take a lot of energy to attend a new church, so please note that: The toilets are located down the passage to the right as you exit the sanctuary. The Preschool ministry begins at the start of the service in the Creche, and 5-13 year olds are dismissed part way through the service for Sunday School. Information on who we are, as well as on all of our ministries are available online at www.whac.net.nz Each week, we share a cuppa together after the service, and would love for you to stay for a chat.

Pianist Aeran Aeran Sharilyn Sharilyn

Media Sophie Moya Natalie Pauline

m/tea Dianne Sarah Sally Sharilyn

Lawns Naren Naren Matt Matt

Tom Matt Kids Christmas

Communion: 20 November 2011 Matt Mordaunt 04 December 2011 Jacob Lauaki

If you would like to include any bits and pieces for the weekly Newsletter, please email Pastor Matt at: mordaunts@orcon.net.nz, or phone the church office. Helping people move from brokenness to wholeness in Christ The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed Psalm 34:18

TODAY
10.30am Morning Worship
Led by: Speaker: Series: Topic: Bethany Lauaki Matt Mordaunt Questions from the Curious Loving My Annoying Neighbours Christchurch is Calling
From 19-22 January, the Alliance churches of NZ are sending a work team of men and women down to Christchurch to support the efforts of the Burwood Christian Centre as they continue to help those affected by the Christchurch earthquakes. The cost of the trip will not exceed $200, and registration forms need to be submitted before 29 November.

Philippians 4:6 (NIV) Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and 7 thank him for all he has done. If you do this, you will experience God's peace, which is far more wonderful than the human mind can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. In times of troubles, my questions to God come fast and furious. Like Lieutenant Dan in the movie "Forest Gump," I shout and cry out to God when the storms hit. "What are You doing to me, God? Why me? Come on God, I really don't need a pop quiz on life right now. Where are You, God? Are You real? Do You care?" I am shouting out so much and feeling so sorry for myself that God is silent. Even if God tried to speak to me, I would not listen. When we are in the midst of difficult circumstances, we need to move from focusing on ourselves, toward focusing on God and His word, so His work can begin in a powerful way. What has made the above passages become real to me in difficult circumstances? It's really simple. I have done what the passages told me to do. They instruct us to give thanks in all circumstances and don't worry. I thanked God for what I was going through. It was the most difficult prayer I have ever prayed. I thanked Him for all my problems, praying continually. The faith came back more quickly, and is stronger than ever. Along with faith came joy. Unfortunately, some people misunderstand this. They believe God wants us to pretend all is well, when it is not. But God does not want us to deny reality; He wants to help us discover what is redemptive in it. For more, go to www.whac.net.nz/resources

Please stay for a cup of tea or coffee in the hall or for prayer with an Elder in the Sanctuary.
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Parachute is coming... and we're going!

Thousands of people, dozens of bands, three stages, one weekend.

MINISTRIES FOR CHILDREN at WHAC

Ages 0-1 Ages 2-4 Ages 5 - 13 If you need to take your infant out of the service, a play area has been set up in the foyer for your convenience. The Preschool ministry begins at the start of the service, and is located diagonally to the left as you exit the sanctuary. Kids club takes place in the hall during the sermon. A notice will appear on the screen when it is time to dismiss your children.

27 30 January 2012 is going to be massive, and Light (the shiny and new WHAC Youth Ministry) is going. For information see Sophie Thomas.

Growth Groups at WHAC

A new group will be starting in the new year, and if you'd like to dive deeper in your faith and your understanding of the Bible, then this group is for you. Space is limited, so speak to Pastor Matt today!

Next weekend...
Kevin Nichol will be joining us to talk about guilt and forgiveness, because despite the fact that we believe in God's forgiveness, many of us still linger in guilt. Come and be encouraged.

Prayer at WHAC
Prayer night: Join us in the church 01 December and 15 December Focus: Community Christmas Outreaches

BIRTHDAYS COMING UP .....

Sean Jung 21 November Stephen Thomas - 23 November Mark Skellon - 26 November Pauline Thomas - 29 November

Home Groups
McKeans: Mordaunts: Thomas: Please see Tom for details Meets 24 November and 08 December Meets 24 November and 08 December

MEETINGS COMING UP.......

Elders Board 7th December 2011 Executive Committee 21st December 2011