IN THIS ISSUE

Where’s Kermit?

Notices and Services this Week

The Week Ahead

Vestry Snippets

Progressive Dinner Sign Up Form

Roof’s Refurbished!

Coming Soon

Rosters & Contacts

Making lifelong disciples of Jesus

SCRIPTURE VERSE

PRAYER

This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.

1 John 5:14

Almighty and everlasting God, you are always more ready to hear than we to pray and to give more than either we desire or deserve: Pour down upon us the abundance of your mercy, forgiving us those things of which our conscience is afraid and giving us those good things which we are not worthy to ask except through your Son our Saviour Jesus Christ.

News Sheet 19th Sunday Ordinary Time

9 August 2020

The Anglican Parish of

Burnside-Harewood

Vicar on Holiday Chris will be on leave from Tuesday 4th August and will be back in the office on Tuesday 18th August. If you have any pastoral needs or concerns please call either of our wardens. Alison Jephson 027 514 1585 or Fiona Johns 027 644 2754

Baptism/Confirmation Are you baptised and/or confirmed? If not, would you like to be? Chris is thinking about booking a date for 2021 but wondered how much interest there is. Please flick him an email if this is something that you would like to discuss. chris@burnside.org.nz

Do you need a housekeeper? Ruth our intern is looking for housework, either weekly or fortnightly. Her rates are very reasonable and she will use your products and cleaners. Please contact Lou in the church office if you require a cleaner. Ph: 358 8174

Christchurch City Mission

Foodbank

Needs for this fortnight.

Tea, coffee, milo, biscuits, crackers.

Please give generously if you are able.

FOR ALL PASTORAL NEEDS, please contact Alison McMillan (03 358 5286) or the Vicar, Chris (021 528 821 or 03 357 1292)

Sun 8.45am Holy Communion at St James’ Barry Williams

Romans 10:5-15 (p1758) Matt 14:22-33 (p1524)

Sun 10.15am Families Together Service Barbara Neville

A fun filled service for young and old everyone in between

Sun 6.30pm Rekindle at St Timothy’s

A simple meal followed a short talk & sharing

Wed 11.00am Holy Communion at St Timothy’s

Matt 14:22-33 (p1524)

TIME FOR A CUPPA?

Wednesdays, 10.30-11am

St Timothy’s Church Hall followed by a simple communion service

All Welcome

A CALL TO

PRAYER

St Timothy’s

Mon, Tues, Thurs

9.00 - 9.30am

Sunday, 9.30am

St James’

Wed, 9.00am

All Welcome

TEA AND TOTS

Free Playgroup

for Under 5’s,

10th August, 10 - 12noon

@ St Timothy’s

Rekindle

Friendship

Food Fun

6.30 - 8.00pm

Sundays at St Tim’s

A simple meal

followed by a short

input and reflection

Faith

Phone Jill McTeigue: 027 848 5769

Fun, Friendship & Food

All Welcome

Every Thursday @ St Tim’s, 10.00am

BURNSIDE ELDER CARE CENTRE

Youth Group for Years 9 - 13 Thursdays at St Tim’s 6.30-8.30pm

A youth group which journeys together finding out what God has to say to

teenagers and how he can use them

For more information Phone Izzi Neville: 021 0839 4694

The new vestry is made up of our vicar Chris who chairs the meetings, Alison Jephson & Fiona Johns (wardens), Steve Clancey and James Rodley (synod members), and Bruce Chapman, Ravi Cheruvu, Rob Orange, Richard Rendle, Gloria Su (elected at the AGM) and Joy Garza (coopted as a St James’ representative).

Membership of the sub-committees was confirmed as follows:

Building and Grounds: Richard Rendle (chair), Ray McTeigue, Jackie Stringfellow, David Moyle, Jean Hollis

Finance: Ross Nicholas (chair), Noela Rendle (treasurer), Ray Hollis, Kevin Wakeham

St James Church & Trust Funds: Maurice Reynolds (chair), Ross Nicholas (secretary), Dorothy Andrew, Joy Garza (vestry), Shaun Steele, Michael Lawrence, Fiona Johns (vestry).

Missions: Jean Hollis, Ray Hollis, Denise Williams, Susan Lawrence.

Rob Orange has been appointed reserve warden to cover for Fiona or Alison if either is away.

Synod last year asked that parishes report back to Synod this year on initiatives taken to help reduce climate change. The ‘Dark Skies’ motion from the AGM is primarily about caring for the environment, but it was noted that the parish has done a number of things to help reduce our impact on climate change, including installation of LED lighting in the church and increasing the amount of insulation in the roof space at St Tim’s (done in conjunction with replacing the roof), as well as ongoing efforts with recycling as much as possible across the parish.

A resolution was passed that in the decisions that the Building & Grounds committee and St James Church and Trust Funds committee make, they keep in mind the dark sky policy.

Chris in his report, told us of agreement for our parish to lead a church service once a month in the care facility part of Russley Village which opened recently. A team of people has expressed interest in this.

There was also discussion about resources available to meet the needs of older parishioners, particularly those who don’t have family to assist.

It was encouraging to read of the work of the various ministries in the parish, following a recent meeting of the leaders of those ministries. There is so much happening as we all seek to reach out to others and to serve in our community.

Noela Rendle (treasurer) in presenting the report from the Finance Committee took time to explain the layout of the parish financial statements. She is reporting to the diocese weekly (as requested) concerning our cash flow. Unlike several parishes in this diocese our income did not drop sufficiently during lockdown for us to qualify for the government wage subsidy. The finance committee is however aware that parish income may yet be affected by the wider economy.

A Paypal button is being added to the parish website to enable people to give in that way if they wish.

The replacement of the roof over the main church at St Tim’s has largely been completed. The replacement of exterior doors into the Starlights’ room and also the meeting room/creche has been completed by parishioners, thus saving costs. However the group involved are aware that they are getting older, and new blood is required to help with such tasks in the future.

Installation of a dish sanitiser in the kitchen at St Tim’s is considered necessary to reduce health and safety risks. The cost is expected to be approximately $7,000, with $2,000 having been received from a Christchurch City Council grant. A parish concert is planned for Saturday 7th November to assist with fundraising.

A small group consisting of Gloria Su, Joy Garza, James Rodley, Rob Orange, Bruce Chapman (an addition since the vestry meeting) and Chris Ponniah (when available) has been asked to review the needs of the youth position ahead of when Izzie Neville’s contract ends. They will consult with others also, and report back to the next vestry.

Vestry is holding a retreat day on Saturday 5th September which Chris will lead.

So there is lots happening for you to pray about. Vestry does value your prayers!

Alison Jephson & Fiona Johns (wardens)

The project to replace the upper roof is now complete and a big vote of thanks go to the Building and Grounds committee and Ray McTeigue and Richard Rendle in particular, as well as the contractors from FHS Roofing. The level of insulation in the roof cavity has also been upgraded. The money for this major project was given by you, our faithful and generous parishioners, through 'days of giving' over the past two years. Thank you!!!

There is still work to be done on the lower portions of the original roof and that will happen as funds allow. Other projects at both churches have also been completed from those 'day of giving' funds.

Before

After

Didn’t catch the sermon? You can listen to it by simply going to www.burnside.org.nz/resource/recent-sermons

When: From 10am Friday 21st - to 2pm Saturday 22nd August.

Where: Te Waiora House, Hororata.

Cost is able to be subsidised by the Diocesan Lay Training Fund if you haven't previously used it this year. Cost after subsidy - $36.50 for single room with ensuite, $32.00 each for twin share with ensuite, fully catered. The programme, registration form and Diocesan Lay Training Fund forms are in the foyer of both churches.

Come and experience God's blessing as we spend time with Him in worship and prayer, and as we enjoy fellowship with each other in such beautiful surroundings.

The Transitional Cathedral and Theology House are collaborating to offer seminars at which informed speakers will explain the questions to be asked on Election Day (Saturday 19th September) in the referendum and allow for panel discussion and questions.

End of Life Choice Bill: Saturday 15th August, 9.45am - 12.00pm

NZ Cannabis Referendum: Saturday 22nd August, 9.45am - 12.00pm

Izzi Neville has decided not to renew her Youth Pastor contract when it comes to an end in February. She is also willing to step aside if a youth pastor is found before the end of her contract.

Vestry has appointed Rob Orange, James Rodley, Joy Garza and Gloria Su to review our youth ministry and to bring recommendations to Vestry about this ministry and the person specifications for the Youth Pastor position.

If you have any thoughts or comments about the Youth Ministry, could you please give it in writing to one of the members of the review team.

DIRECT CREDIT YOUR OFFERINGS ANZ Bank, Papanui Acc Name: Parish of Burnside-Harewood Acc No: 06 - 0831- 0031780-00

PARISH CONTACT DETAILS Website: www.burnside.org.nz VICAR: Rev Chris Ponniah

Office 358 8175 or 021 528 821 chris@burnside.org.nz

WARDENS Alison Jephson 027 514 1585 Fiona Johns 359 2972

PARISH OFFICE Lou Godfrey 46 Kendal Avenue CHCH 8053 Phone 358 8174 office@burnside.org.nz

YOUTH PASTOR Izzi Neville 021 0839 4694 youth@burnside.org.nz

CHILDREN’S WORKER Charlotte Rodley 022 081 1378 children@burnside.org.nz FAMILIES PASTOR

Barbara Neville 021 796 233 families@burnside.org.nz

ELDERCARE CO-ORDINATOR Jill McTeigue 03 930 8161 PASTORAL CARE WORKER Alison Jephson 027 514 1585 LAY MINISTERS CO-ORDINATOR

Alison McMillan 358 5286 PRAYER CHAIN

Lynne Balcar 352 2721 Carol Saysell 358 2214

ST JAMES’

Sidesperson J Baker/S Steele

Cleaning L & P Nelson

Hall Cleaning P & L Nelson

Hospitality L & M Reynolds

Memorial Wall J Thompson

ST TIMOTHY’S

Sidesperson R Kamuhangire

Welcomers Volunteers Required

PA System J Glue

Data Projector T Young

Sanctuary D Hitchings

Flowers J Thompson

Cleaning L & R Marsh

Vacuum P Meguire

Hospitality C Palmer/S Pennington/ P Meguire

Worship This Week: 9th August Next Week: 16th August Roster 8.45am 10.15am 8.45am 10.15am

Leader B Neville D Williams S Clancey P Sundstrum

Preacher B Neville B Williams B Williams B Williams

Celebrant No HC B Williams B Williams B Williams

2 Chalice No HC Child D Huddle C Lee

Intercessors Child A Jephson D Williams P Sundstrum

1 Reader Child W Calder P Ruxton B Gormly

2 Reader Child P Rodley P Sundstrum A Jackson

Prayer Ministry

M & S Lawrence ---- ---- ----

Saturday 29th August

Soup: St Timothy’s Hall 6.00pm - 6.45pm

Main: Private Home 7.00pm - 8.15pm

Dessert: St James’ Hall 8.30pm - 9.30pm

We are also looking for volunteers to help with the following:

Yes / No

Provide Soup

Provide Dessert

Provide and Host a main course for 8

(Financial assistance will be given to those providing food)

Contact Name: ______________________________________ Contact No._______________

Names of attendees: ____________________________________________ Total: _________

____________________________________________

Cost: $10 Per Person. Please return cash or cheque (payable to Parish of Burnside-

Harewood) or direct credit 06 0831 0031780 00 REF: Your Name & Dinner.

Any special dietary requirements: _______________________________________________________

Please RSVP by Tuesday 18th of August to: Fiona Johns 359 2972,

Averil Moyle 358 8914 or Lou in the office 358 8174 email: office@burnside.org.nz

Please let us know if you require transport.