Posts by Geoff Lawson (Page 8)

Posts by Geoff Lawson (Page 8)

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Womens Retreat

Womens Retreat – it’s springtime and the Women’s ministry team is very excited about our upcoming event “Refresh” for our ladies. When our team was praying and sharing ideas about what we can do in 2016, one of them was to have this womens retreat – a weekend away to spend time with the Lord and time together getting to know the women in our community.  Everything has now fallen into place and we look forward to a great time together.…

My Heavenly Friend

My Heavenly Friend from http://www.georgemuller.org/devotional/my-heavenly-friend The precious Lord Jesus Christ is our friend.  Let us seek to realise this!  It is not merely a religious phrase or statement, but truly He is our friend. He is the Brother “born for adversity”, the one who “sticks closer than a brother.” Who will never leave and never forsake us. How precious even on earth to have a heavenly friend, for this brings the joys of heaven in a little degree into our hearts…

Nick Willis – his story

Last year Nick Willis shared his story one night at church – tonight he runs again at the Olympics.  His faith in Jesus is important to who he is as an athlete, husband and father.  He won Bronze – with the silver medal he won in the same event at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, it makes Willis New Zealand’s first ever multiple medallist in the 1500m. He also becomes the oldest podium-finisher there has been in the event’s long…
Precious

Precious – valuing young women

Precious Precious is an evening to inspire, encourage and value young women in our community. If you are a young woman aged 11 – 18, this is designed for you. August 20 6:30-9pm, at the Anchor Church – $10 pp   A delightful evening of pampering, craft, games, teaching, and a delicious supper.   Register on this link
Prayer

Prayer – why pray?

Prayer – Have you ever read Romans 8? I find it a fantastic encouragement. The opening verse gives us that sense of belonging and comfort as we are reminded that condemnation has been laid aside for those washed with Christ’s blood. Having said that we still experience those times when things could be just that little bit better. Then we are reminded of an amazing promise that God give us… Romans 8:28 “And we know that God causes all things…
Anchor Kids

Anchor Kids Term 3

Anchor Kids starts this week Welcome to term 3 with Anchor Kids! Hopefully you have enjoyed the holidays and had a good break – and had a great time at the awesome Holiday Programme. We start again this weekend – with lots of fun, songs, and learning.  Looking forward to seeing you  on Sunday – registration from 9.45am

You are Indispensable

You are Indispensable When you go through deep waters, I will be with you. When you go through rivers of difficulty, you will not drown. When you walk through the fire of oppression, you will not be burned up; the flames will not consume you.” Isaiah 43:2 Remember, you are unique. There is no one else on this planet like you. You are one of a kind, just as important as anyone else in this world, and the contribution you…

Not ashamed

When Nilton Cordeiro was young, he heard about the love and grace of Jesus Christ through an old hymn. This love and grace quickly captured his heart and would change his life forever.

StarTrek – Fundraiser

You are invited to a film fundraiser – Startrek Beyond – Thursday 21st July at 6:00pm. Book your tickets – by making payment into the following BNZ account –  02-0548-0382913-000 Please use Movie night and Surname as reference. In support of the Anchor Women Retreat 2016  

The Holiday Programme 2016

The Holiday Programme It’s time to head off on a round the world trip full of fun and adventure with this year’s Anchor Church Holiday Programme. Your kids will join the intrepid archaeologist Carolina Smith and her sidekick Freddy Fitzgerald as they go a hunt for the lost Crown of King David.  From the boulevards of Paris to the grimy streets of Whitechapel in London they will hunt high and low to find the Crown before the evil Baron Badguy…
Breakfast

Breakfast Saturday 11 June

Breakfast and Transmission Gully presentation This Saturday 11 June at 8:30 am, join us for breakfast at church for a presentation on Transmission Gully – and of course – good food (Bacon, sausages, hash browns, beans and eggs ! gold coin donation). Bring your friends. CFB HEB Joint Venture who are tasked with building this route will be presenting on this project, what has been completed up till now and plans for the future.  This project is likely to have a big impact…