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The new school year has started!
But for some, it will be ill-equipped.
Give Old School Shoes
a New Purpose:
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We just purchased new school shoes for our children.
Unfortunately, the kids had outgrown their shoes, and the shoes
are still in good condition.
"Can I encourage you to repurpose any school shoes your kids may have
outgrown but are still in good condition?
Drop them off at the Lillo's place, and we’ll get them to
needy areas of Sydney for families that can’t afford to purchase new shoes for their kids."
(Please give them a good polish and wipe out the inside.)
Sneakers/sport shoes in good condition can be repurposed too.
If you need further information please contact Pr Pablo.
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Free Information Session to find out if the
8-week program is right for you!
To be held at Galston SDA Church on
Monday, 15 February @ 7:00pm
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Fusion
Fusion is an afternoon program for all those interested in Youth Ministry,
and those in Youth Leadership roles, to get together and discuss important
and relevant topics about Youth Ministry.
Our Keynote Speakers include:
Dr Nick Kross, Pr Cheonneth Strickland, Pr Craig Vanas, and Pr Simon Gigliotti.
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Date: Saturday, 20 February 2021
Time: 3:30pm - 8:30pm
Venue: Dundas SDA Church - 40 Kissing Point Road, Oatlands, NSW, 2117
Afternoon Tea & Dinner provided.
This is a free event, but we would love you to register:
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We are living in unprecedented times and heading towards
the soon return of our Lord. In such times, our need to
come together as a church to focus on our mission, our message and
our personal preparation are more important and urgent than ever.
Though the General Conference Session has been rescheduled,
we will have a gathering of the church in a virtual setting to bring our entire
global church together. We will be holding the
Adventist Virtual Global Campmeeting in May.
The virtual exhibition which we were planning to hold, to coincide with the
GC Session, is being restructured as a global camp meeting event.
Though the name has changed, the purpose of the virtual
gathering remains the same; to connect with our
Adventist members, workers and leaders from around the world to
prepare each of us to fulfil our calling as servants of Christ.
To inspire all members to say “I Will Go” to finish the work.
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Global Audience for Exhibitors and Presenters
The Adventist Virtual Global Campmeeting will feature messages, seminars,
workshops and discussions by the best and brightest that our church has to offer
from around the world. We invite your participation in this event as presenters,
exhibitors, support personnel and attendees.
We will continue to offer a virtual exhibition area for our church organisations.
For exhibitors, this event remains a big opportunity to reach out to
fellow believers around the world, to tell them about their mission,
and to help them get involved. Whether at their booth, in a seminar,
or talking to attendees, they can find an audience to share their vision.
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Global Event
We are working to make this a truly global event, but we need your help.
The organizers will continue to work with your staff who have been
organising your booth for the GC Session,
(for those entities which have arranged for a booth).
We will also be reaching out to you to arrange for speakers, moderators,
translators, and other support personnel. Most important of all,
we seek your prayers in making this a success to reach our members
across the globe to encourage and inspire them as we head towards
the second coming of our Lord.
For exhibitors, there is still time and space to sign up for a booth.
Check out the event website for more information.
gc.adventist.org/2021-Virtual-exhibition
For more information, you can contact Tim Aka at:
akat@gc.adventist.org
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Here are some links that you might find helpful:
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In Season 4 (next year) we are looking to try to get
your King’s Kids in the program too!
If you are interested, read the information below.
First, have your kids introduce themselves and say where they are from
(first name and region). Then, have them answer one of the following questions:
- In what ways have King’s Kids inspired you to learn more about Jesus?
- How has King’s Kids helped you connect with Jesus?
- Why/How are you a King’s Kid?
OR
Video your “King’s Kids” in Gods creation showing us an example of where/how they see God.
Alternatively, if your child is not confident to speak, send us a good quality photo of them in God’s creation or holding a sign saying “I’m a King’s Kid.”
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Tips to get usable video/photo:
1. 4k quality where possible - a lot of phones do this these days.
2. Landscape NOT portrait video/photo
3. Make sure you fill the frame with the kids
4. Avoid places where there is noisy background or wind. (or if a photo, a cluttered background)
5. Make sure lighting comes from the front - no windows or lights coming from behind.
6. Encourage your King’s Kids to speak clearly, confidently and slowly (or if a photo with a sign, that it is clear to read)
7. Keep the video short and succinct - we want to fit in as many as we can!
How to get it to us:
1. Use we-transfer.com to send your files.
2. E-mail to arnie@abide.com.au
3. Make sure you include your name and the King’s Kids name(s) as well as where you are from.
4. Include the best e-mail for us to contact you back on. If we select your video(s) for use we will need you to sign a ‘talent’ release form.
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Parents, are you looking for simple Bible studies to help children
fall in love with God?
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The Years 7 & 8 Bible Study Group
If you know of a young person who would like to be included in this year's group,
please contact one of our pastoral team.
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The Hunter Chronicles series represents a cutting-edge new approach to teaching the great truths of the Bible.
Action-packed novels dovetail seamlessly with interactive handbooks, together offering valuable life lessons and leading junior and teenage kids into a saving relationship with Jesus.
Handbooks are packed to overflowing with puzzles, cryptograms, mazes, interactive Q&A sections, character profiles, and Bible studies on all 28 Fundamentals Beliefs of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. A child who studies through the entire four volumes will have learned about all of our fundamental beliefs and will be prepped for baptism. In fact, the last lesson in Volume 4 deals with baptism and even invites a child to read through the General Conference endorsed “Simplified baptismal Vows” and make a decision for baptism.
Also includes Pathfinder honours and other hidden secrets.
Go to the Adventist Book Centre to order your copies.
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Castle Hill Youth & Young Adults
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Converge 2021
Welcome to our Australian-wide, 18+ festival.
Come hang with Jesus and your mates!
Please ensure you provide a working and regularly-checked email in the form below. All ticket and event information will be sent to that email address.
We have awesome entry deals throughout the year, be sure to get in before the price increase! (closing dates will be listed)
Join the Converge Facebook Group here: http://www.facebook.com/groups/YMAConverge
Other important info:
- Contact Stuarts Point Convention Centre directly to book a Cabin or hire a tent
- You must be at least 18 by February 12th 2021 to attend
We look forward to seeing you there!
When:
Friday, 12th February 2021 - Monday, 15th February 2021
Where:
Stuarts Point Convention Centre
250 Grassy Head Rd, Stuarts Point NSW 2441
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Castle Hill SDA Youth - Get Connected!
Go to Instagram to keep informed of socials, Sabbath Schools, Feature Friday testimonies, and inspiration from the Bible.
Click the button below to go to the Insta page.
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Castle Hill Men's Ministry is an inclusive open group that is looking to always inspire, lift up the name of Jesus, and better still, be in alignment with our church values and mission of being that light into the world.
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Our weekly Bible study will be suspended for the festive break.
Please stay tuned for when we will recommence in 2021!
There is also a Facebook group, so if you'd like to join,
Please contact Chris - 041 276 0401
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Adventist Women encourages women to improve their potential
and participation in the mission of the Church and provides a support system
and forum for women in and out of the church.
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OPEN HEART INTERNATIONAL
Stop Uterine Prolapse
Nepal's mountains are big. The tragedy of uterine prolapse is bigger. With your help, the tragic mountain of uterine prolapse can be flattened.
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Please help even more women escape a life of pain, shame and hopelessness.
Give now to stop uterine prolapse in its tracks: www.ohi.org.au/helpmore
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Retirees Enjoying Life Group (REL)
Keep updated on the group's activities, news and events by joining the mailing list.
Please contact Shirley Hinze on
relgroup2018@gmail.com to have your name added.
REL Group Committee:
Bev Garrard, Marion Mason, Bob Smith, Greg and Shirley Hinze.
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Gardening at Church
Although the church building is taking a rest, it is still needing constant care. If you'd like to some weeding or trimming over the holidays or during the week, we'd love you to volunteer!
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Community Response
Reach out in our community and friends through local service projects. To volunteer to do some gardening at church, or register your interest be involved in a future community service project, please contact Chris Engel on 041 276 0401.
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ADRA Community Centre Blacktown
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We would like to say a big thank you to everyone’s generous donations this past year!
Without all of you, we wouldn’t be able to help the number of people we do!
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Fund for Needy Persons (FFNP)
Offering this Sabbath, 19 December
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The Greater Sydney Conference runs a charity that gives us the opportunity to provide for those in need.
The aim of the Fund for Needy Persons (FFNP) is to restore independence by helping people get back on their feet again. Funds are used to help resolve the crisis caused by rental or accommodation problems, abuse, unemployment, the illness or death of a family member. The FFNP charity is maintained by the generosity of members who give regularly and when the annual offering is collected.
There will be a dedicated offering for Fund For Needy Persons on
Sabbath, 19 December, that you can contribute to through eGiving.
You can also contribute throughout the year via egiving.org.au/ and search Church Fund For The Needy. Donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible.
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Listen to the messages that have been presented this year
via our online services.
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Listen to podcasts or our (growing) library of online church sermons from 2020. Pop over to https://castlehillsda.transistor.fm/ to catch up on any episode, or subscribe using your favourite podcast app (search in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Podcast Addict, etc).
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For those entering the church premises for worship service recordings, study groups and bringing offerings and donations, please be aware of our
QR Code Sign-in
Please look for the QR Code on the desk as you enter the main door of the church, scan it, and fill in your details.
Thank you for helping keep our church a safe and welcoming place.
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Upcoming Speakers & Events at Castle Hill Church
January 2021
30. Prayer - Kelvin Davis: "Prayer"
Offering: Castle Hills SDA Church
February 2021
6. Pr Joshua Stothers: "My Story"
Offering: Castle Hills SDA Church
13. Prayer - Pr Pablo Lillo: "Cultivating My Prayer Life"
Offering: AUC: Disaster & Famine Relief
20. Jessica Laws
Offering: Castle Hills SDA Church
27. Marvin Malcolm: "Calvary's Trio"
Offering: Education - Auburn School Scholarships
Our Church Vision:
The vision of Castle Hill Seventh-day Adventist church is to be the most loving church.
Our mission is for us to take the good of Jesus Christ to every place we can, in every way possible. Whatever the means, we want to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to our School, friends, family, neighbours, and the wider community.
We exist:
1. To honour God through worship.
2. To share the Gospel message of Jesus with others.
3. To connect with others in meaningful relationships.
4. To prepare disciples to fulfil their purpose.
5. To encourage leaders in their God-given destiny.
Senior Pastor – Pablo Lillo
E: pastor.pablo@icloud.com
M: 0412 588 827
Associate Pastor – Josh Stothers
Youth Pastor – Jessica Laws
E: jessicalaws@adventist.org.au
M: 0424 370 294
Senior Elder - Marvin Malcolm
E: marvin_malcolm@yahoo.co.uk
M: 0414 430 688
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