Mid North Christian College

Chapel TERM 1

Week 3 - Friday 17th February

Junior Host: Mrs Lines Room: 9/10 at 9.05am

Senior Host: Mrs Burton 10b Room: 9/10 at 10.25am Week 4 - Friday 24th February

Junior Host: Mrs Skinner Room: 9/10 at 9.05

Senior Host: Mr Kee Yr 12 Room: 9/10 at 10.25

Mid North Christian College (08) 8632 4240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

Diary Dates TERM 1

Week 4

Monday 20th February to Friday

24th February: Aviation - 1st

Year

Wednesday 22nd to Friday 24th

February– Yr 8 Aquatics Camp

Wednesday 22nd February -

Violin and Cello

Q & A information session at 3.15

in Room 9/10 at MNCC with Dr

Owen Lewis for students and

their families who are interested

in having music tuition.

Week 5

Monday 27th February to Friday

3rd March – Aviation - 2nd Year

Wednesday 1st March - Clean Up

Day

Wednesday 1st March to Friday

3rd March – Year 10 to 12

Snorkelling Camp

Thursday 2nd March – Year 8

Immunisations

Friday 3rd March – Yr 12 Tapas

Lunch

Hope in the living God

Memory Verse

“For the Lord is our judge, our lawgiver, and our King. He will care for us and save us”. Isaiah 33:22 NLT

Week 3 Term 1 Thursday 16th February

2017

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From the Principal

Mid North Christian College Dedication Service

Dear families,

As a Christian College, we aspire to uphold the values, principles, truth and character of God, as

revealed in the Bible.

For many people, faith is considered to be a private thing, something you keep reasonably quiet

about.

I would like to respectfully challenge that idea – and here’s why: because the beliefs of faith

influence the passions of the heart, the decisions of will, and actions of life. Beliefs have effects that

are lived out through our words, our habits, our actions; the way we use our time, and the way we

treat people.

We seek to love others, because God loves us; to forgive, because Christ has forgiven us; to value

life, because we each reflect the image of God. We work because God designed us to be productive;

we tell the truth, because in Him there is no shadow of a lie; we respect property because God

commands us not to steal. We honour our father and mother, because God reveals himself as our

Father in Heaven. He requires us to honour our authorities and to hold the office of authority as

one who serves. (cont. pg. 2)

The MNCC Dedication Service was well attended and a great opportunity for staff, families and the community

to come together to pray for the College. Prayers for the College Leadership team, non teaching staff, Primary

teachers, Secondary Teachers, Board members, students and families were rendered amidst a program of

songs, Bible readings by students and a brief message. This was followed by an amazing afternoon tea and

further opportunity to fellowship together. We continually uphold the College in prayer to our Lord.

PRAYER FOR MID NORTH CHRISTIAN COLLEGE

Prayer is held each Monday at 9am in the Library. All Parents and Caregivers

are welcome. For more information contact Mel Jaeger on 0478 616 475.

BREAKFAST CLUB

Breakfast Club is on Wednesdays at the College. Breakfast runs from 8.00am

to 8.35am in the Home Economics area. Warm toast is available and a variety

of cereals as well as hot milo. Week 6 and 11 will be Pancakes.

MATHS HELP!

Finding it hard keeping up during maths lessons? Having difficulty grappling

with some of those topics? The Mathematics department at Mid North Christian

College offers tuition/help for students in years 7-12 in Mathematics.

Where? Room 17

When? Every Tuesday afternoon from 3.15 - 4.15pm

How Much? FREE!!!

For more information, contact Mr Brian Kee or Mr Craig Sinclair at the College

on 8632 4240

Hope to see you there!

SUPPLEMENTARY PE RUGBY JUMPERS

In case anyone would still like to submit an order for the optional PE rugby

style jumpers the order date has been extended to Friday of this week 17th

February.

CARNIVAL BOOK FAIR

A Carnival Book Fair will be held in Week 6, March 6th - 10th, in the library.

More details to come.

Mid North Christian College 08) 86324240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

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Melrose Easter Camp This year Easter Camp is on once again from the

14th-17th of April for Year 8-12. Don't miss out on

what's going to be a great camp! $170 standard

and late fee $185. For more info contact :

Nathanael Nieass 0451106949 Or

Natarnia Nieass 0406722990 or see Mrs Lines at

school To register go to www.wired-youth.com/

melrose-easter-camp

LIGHTHOUSE UNITING CHURCH - ALL WELCOME

10AM - 4PM Come whenever you can

ww.nationaldayofprayer.org.au

All denominations - Pray for revival and transformation,

youth, celebrate the Day in Sunday Services, take part in

a live prayer webcast, join Bible reading marathon,

continue praying over 40 days.

Further, faith is not just about what some would call religion – it is about ultimate things. All of us – each one, believes in something

that is ultimate – a thing beyond which there is no greater truth. We all believe in some ultimate reality – beyond ourselves; an

ultimate ultimate.

For some it’s a force or essence. For others it’s science and facts. For some it’s matter – the atoms and molecules that make up all

things. For some it’s just the existence of the ‘here and now’ – living in the moment.

For Christians, what is ultimate is the Creator God who is not bound by space, time or matter; yet is deeply interested in the world He

has made, and has entered into history, into this material realm as Jesus.

The truth that Jesus teaches, the purposeful way that he shows us, and the resurrection life he brings are profoundly transformative –

not just to be ‘saved’ but to live freely, to love truly, and to walk humbly in communities of kindness and grace.

Horace Greeley, founder of the New York Tribune once said “It is impossible to enslave, mentally or socially, a Bible-reading people.

The principles of the Bible are the groundwork of human freedom.”

Yes, Christianity promotes freedom – and so much more: equality, human rights, orderliness, justice, lawfulness, honesty, charity, and peace.

Because of Christ, we are free – but not to live lawlessly, rebelliously, or loosely. We are free to live according to the good, honourable pattern for which we were designed by our loving God.

We are intentionally a Christian College, and while we do not claim to be perfect, we do seek to be faithful to the God who is.

Your Servant

Matt Paterson

Move Youth ‘Hangouts’ this Friday 17th February, 7pm until 9.30pm

at Newlife Church, Three Chain Rd, Port Pirie. For Years

7 to 12. Contact: Janae 0451 106 949 or Nathanael 0451

106 949 for more information.

World Wetlands Discovery Day

Come and discover the wildlife at the wetlands and

participate in ‘citizen science’ activities for the whole

family! To be held on Friday 24th February from 6.00pm

- 8.30pm at the Phoenix Park Wetlands, Port Pirie (entry

off the Terrace). Wetland bird watching and

identification, frog spotting, water bug ‘mini beasts’

activity, information and FREE sausage sizzle. (It is

recommended to download the ‘Frog Spotter’ app on

your personal device over Wi-Fi prior to attending the

event.)

Hamburger Night

A Wandearah Memorial Institute

Hamburger Night will be held on

Friday 24th February at 6.30pm.

Hamburger and can of soft drink $10,

Kid’s burger and fruitbox $5. Icecream and desserts.

Come along for a cheap social night and easy tea. Funds

to Wandearah Memorial Institute upgrade of facilities.

Blue Light Disco Pool Party

Friday 24th February from 7.00pm to 9.00pm for 8yrs to

16 yrs. To be held at the Port Pirie Swimming Pool,

Mary Elie Street. $5 entry, food and drink available for

purchase and no passouts. Prizes on the night.

Hope for Hannah

Pop up Market Sunday Funday - Sunday March 5th 2017

from 10am to 3pm at the Crystal Brook Football Oval. $5

entry per person or $15 per family. A visit from Peppa

Pig, stalls, food and drink, live music, photo booth,

jumping castle, face painter - to support a local 2 year

old girl battling Leukaemia. Platinum sponsors: LH Perry

& Sons. For more information call Rachael on 0439 708

192.

Community Notices

Disclaimer: The College is not responsible for

Community events advertised in this Newsletter.

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Mid North Christian College 08) 86324240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

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MUSIC TUITION 2017

Piano, Guitar and Singing

Mrs Wendy Palmer teaches guitar and piano at the College

and can teach singing privately. If anyone is interested in

learning music in 2017 they will need to respond quickly as

places are nearly full. Mrs Palmer can be contacted on 0439

164 899 or 8632 2659.

Piano and Singing Lessons Available at School in 2017. Private, half-hour lessons with

Mrs Anne Hansen (Bachelor of Music and Dip. Ed.) Please phone to book: 0429 866 242 or 8636 2231.

Violin and Cello - Dr Owen Lewis is offering lessons

for 2017 Students 7 years of age or older who may be interested can

contact Dr Owen Lewis to begin discussion and assess aptitude

on 0434 085 269 (evenings) or

email: owen_d_lewis@hotmail.com

PLEASE NOTE: A Q@A session with Dr Lewis will be held with interested children and parents on Wednesday afternoon 22nd

February straight after school at 3:15 in Room 9/ 10

FRED’S VAN SOUP KITCHEN

There are many opportunities to serve our community! We are excited to

have willing student volunteers already for the whole of term 1 and

beyond. These students are from years 9-12 and are all very excited

about this wonderful chance to help our community and mix with the less

-fortunate; to build relationships and enjoy each other’s company.

A meeting will be held in the next week or so to begin fundraising for our

contributions of toiletries which we provide free of charge to anyone

needy. We are also very happy to receive donations of toiletries or of

food such as cupcakes or slices or a salad for Sunday nights to help

provide a lovely three-course meal. We would be thrilled to accept fruit

from anyone this year who may have excess fruit from their own tree in

season. This is an amazing help and saves so much money in fruiting

season for the soup kitchen. Any enquiries please feel free to contact me

directly at kim.harrison@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au.

Hope you can join in the fun activities we will sponsor this year. We look

forward to your help and to making a difference in our hometown in

2017.

LIONS FOOTBALL CLUB JUNIOR

REGISTRATION

(Under 9s, Under 11s, Under 13s

& Under 15s)

SUNDAY 5th MARCH 2017

11 am to 1 pm

JOHN PIRIE SECONDARY SCHOOL OVAL

NO REGISTRATION FEES

SHORTS AND SOCKS SUPPLIED

FOOTY ACTIVITIES WITH SENIOR PLAYERS AND

INFLATABLE SPECKY PLATFORM

Sausage sizzle and drinks available

Come along and meet your coaches and team

mates

Club merchandise available for purchase

“Become a part of the family friendly club”

Enquiries: Plugger 0438868239

The Port Pirie volunteer branch of

Make-A-Wish® Australia presents

BINGO NIGHT FUNDRAISER

Tuesday 28th February 2017

Time: Eyes down at 8pm (Doors open 7pm)

Where: Port Pirie Sporting & Community Club,

102 Broadway Road, Port Pirie

Raffle & lucky draws, supper & drinks

available for purchase

Contact: Marilyn Sheldrick, Fundraising

Co-ordinator, Port Pirie volunteer

Phone 0409 094 145

Registered Event Number 2837

Proceeds will help Make-A-Wish® grant wishes

for children with life threatening medical

conditions in Australia.

www.makeawish.org.au

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Mid North Christian College 08) 86324240 admin@midnorthcc.sa.edu.au Front Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.00pm

Uniform Shop Hours: Tuesdays 8.30am to 11.45am and Wednesdays 1.45pm to 4pm

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Africa Trip -

October We are looking for students passionate about helping others in Africa improve their quality of life. We are making plans for an Africa trip to Uganda in the October holidays, to work with a community that has some practical and teaching needs. We will be presenting information at Senior Chapel in the coming weeks, and will then organise an information evening for interested families. Stay tuned!

Is your child struggling with their literacy?

Do they need a little extra help to keep

up?

Did you know UnitingCare Wesley offer a

free tutoring service, ‘Tutor for Tomorrow’

This service is available to all

Primary Aged Children.

Available Monday – Thursday at the

Port Pirie Community Centre,

28 Symonds Street.

Please call 8633 3391 or email:

community.centre@ucwcsa.org.au

to make an appointment

Working bees

A number of parents have been asking about the working

bee levy, and whether volunteering in other parts of

College life also counts towards not having to pay the

levy.

This will be put to the College Board next meeting, and

we hope to be able to provide clarity very soon. Thanks

for your patience. If you have any questions about this, I’m

happy to chat further—Matt.

Are you interested in

becoming a CFS Cadet?

Napperby CFS will hold a

‘Cadet Tryout Day’ for 11 to 16 year olds, on

Sunday 26th February at the Napperby CFS

from 9am - 11am

Free sausage sizzle to follow. For more

information contact Cath 0429 900 899 or

Rob 0488 031 627

There is also a ‘Come and Try Day’ for 16

year olds and over at this same event and

time. Please contact

the above for more

information.

SouthPort Cricket Club is hosting a

PINK STUMPS DAY

Come along, bring the family and wear some

pink!

For a fun day to raise money for the McGrath

Foundation

Where: Port Oval, Cnr. Esmond and

Wandearah Rds

Date: Saturday 18th February

Time: 12 midday ‘til late

Contact: Helen 0423 356 765

Bec 0408 293 778

Pink Stumps Day SPCC Port Pirie

A Grade Game - Lunch time Sausage Sizzle -

Face Painting - Raffles, Prizes - McGrath Foun-

dation merchandise - Ladies afternoon tea

2pm to 5pm + Guest Speaker - Dinners from

6pm - Auction of Sporting Memorabilia

Afternoon tea - tickets for sale at Café SAFAVI

and Port Rooms. Dinner - Book via Port Rooms

A South-Port Cricket Club McGrath Fundraiser

Get the girls together and treat yourselves.

Ladies Afternoon Tea

Saturday 18th February at 2pm

Guest speaker: Ros Mayfield,

McGrath Nurse. Ticket includes

savouries, cakes and bubbly.

Tickets $20 from café SAFAVI or Port Rooms.

Further details: Helen 0423 365 765

Bec 0408 293 778

FREE FLIGHT offer for LADIES

Sunday 12th March 2017

At Port Pirie Airport

from 9am - 2pm

12-1pm Free lunch—women

aviator speakers.

Offer is for a free short flight for

females over 10 years of age. A

chance to view the Flinders, Port Pirie

and Spencer Gulf from the air.

A Women of Aviation World Wide

event. Sponsored by Port Pirie Flying

Group.

To book your seat (by Friday 10th

March 2017) Google:

Eventbrite WOAW17PtPirie

Or Ph. 0428 810 321

Limited seats, book early.

Port Netball Club

If you would like to play netball for the

2017 season, Port Netball Club is seeking

expressions of interest for players

between the ages of 8 - 13 years old.

Where: Port Pirie Netball Courts

When: Wednesday 1st March

Time: 5pm – 6pm

Enquiries: Sally 04274005611

or Sandra 0428331586

Recent bin inspections

found that many red

lidded household waste bins were overfull with

materials which could be recycled or mulched.

Do you know what items can be recycled in your

yellow lidded bin, or mulched via your green lidded

bin? Find out what belongs in these bins.

What can you do?

Take the online pledge to commit to sending less to

landfill by using your yellow and green lidded bins

for recyclable and compostable materials. Once you

have taken the pledge you will be sent a sticker to

place on your red lidded bin and go into the draw to

win a gift box from the Tourism and Arts Centre, or

a voucher to the Waste Transfer Station (valued at

$30). Further enquiries Ph. 86339746.

Tips:

Flatten boxes, cartons and milk bottles to fit

more in your recycling bin.

Put all items in loose.

Recyclable containers must be empty and dry

Pizza boxes can be recycled - if empty

Do not overfill or pack bins too tightly. Make

sure the lid can close.

Terms and Conditions apply. See website for

competition dates and full T and C’s: pirie.sa.gov.au

TAKE THE PLEDGE AND WIN