Coffee Break – June 2010

Thursday, 15 July 2010 16:30

Dear Friends,

There are some weeks that bring surprising encouragements and challenges, and you have to pause and reflect on the big question “what is God doing?” The middle of May was such a week for me – in time I may be able to share the full details but not yet.

The reflection process and self examination leading perhaps to some reordering of how one’s energies and abilities are used is probably the most important part. We cannot just keep adding to the responsibilities and tasks that fill our orb of activity and influence because if we do the stress levels become too high and something will have to give way. Bottom line of course is this - are we sure we are being and doing what our Father in Heaven desires of us? And that is not always easily able to be discerned. However when there is excitement/passion, adherence to the inner promptings of Holy Spirit, service of others, opportunities for ongoing growth, and a sense of peace and joy deep within then we can be confident we are on the right track.

I found pastoral ministry to be nicely fulfilling most of the time. Sure it is hard work and does stretch the reserves at times but we attest the fact that our God is true to his word when the scripture says “He who began a good work in you will bring it to completion...”, and if we “keep in step with The Spirit” then we will never be overwhelmed. I find my current ministry just the same.

We had a great Pentecost Party on 23 May – full of creativity, activity, learning, celebration, and expectation. And it came in the midst of our Self Denial season this year. That is a good confluence because Holy Spirit is bestowed upon the People of God for mission. In fact we cannot do mission (whatever that means) or be and give out The Good News of Jesus without being led and empowered by Holy Spirit – it is His function to make Jesus Christ known.

Pastors Registration Review

The Pastors registration process is being reviewed so if you would like to make a positive suggestion for the future please email your submission by 30 June 2010 to: Linda Grigg This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Pastors Orientation Course

Pastors Orientation Course for people new to our movement – 30 June 30 to 1 July 2010 (Auckland)
Registrations for this course have been slow and if you are wanting to attend please register by Friday, 11 June.

Full details on the Baptist web site.

Network Leadership

For your information this now has a website up and running www.leadernet.org.nz

Ethnic churches / fellowships

There are a number of ethnic groups springing up around the country attached to Kiwi type churches. If you have had new groups formed over the past two years or so then Alan Utting would appreciate making contact with them and providing support that may be of assistance. Please feel free to contact Alan Utting

In Step with the Spirit: Walking with the Master

This is the theme for this year’s Auckland Baptist Women’s Ministries Conference to be held on Saturday 26 June from 3 pm to 9.30 pm, Northcote Baptist Church. For more information email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 267 0050

Latest tranzsend video

is an update of the work in rural Thailand. Ian and Colleen talk about supporting the local church through Income Generation. Check it out at

http://www.tranzsend.org.nz/resources/our-videos

Exploring Baptist Ecclesiology

What does it mean to be Baptist? Are there Baptist distinctives? What is a Baptist Church? What is the Baptist Gospel? What is Baptist Mission?

Friday 18 June 2010; 9:00am-4:00pm

Carey Baptist College, Auckland

Costs $20 (incl. lunch)

For more information and to register your attendance, ph (09) 526 6598 by Monday 14 June.

Jointly hosted by Carey Baptist College, NZ Baptist Research & Historical Society and The RJ Thompson Centre for Theological Research.

Photocopiers for Sale

Ricoh Aficio 2022 Printer/Copier/Fax – In good condition with the exception of Tray 3 which does not always work but the copier does work well without it. Includes an unused toner cartridge. Meter reading 110,540. Price $575

HP colour Laser Jet CP1518ni In very good condition. 12 months old. Price $275

Contact: Philip Ayers 09 818 0704 Cell: 0274 519 063 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

House Available Queensland

Comfortable home (two storey) at Pacific Paradise on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, available from August 21 to November 12 to people in ministry or retired from ministry looking for an extended break. Quiet residential area with canal view from large covered patio. From $200 per week - longer stays preferred. Owners (pastors) away on long service leave. For more information contact Faith Giovas: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

House and Pulpit Swap in Canada

If you are interested in being part of a “house swap” with a Pastor from Canada, being responsible for the preaching (but not getting involved in other areas of responsibility), Brian Burkhart, from Webster Community Church is interested in a swap, starting sometime next year from 3 – 6 months. He has been pastoring in the Baptist Union of Western Canada for the past 22 years. They live on 3 acres in a beautiful home in rural Alberta, about 30km north of the city of Grande Prairie. Contact for Brian is This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or website www.webstercchurch.com

Do you have a problem with moisture, mould or dampness in your properties?

The Baptist Church Group can now purchase HRV systems from HRV’s Commercial Division at substantially discounted pricing for their properties! The system is locally manufactured and distributed by HRV’s franchise network of 20 offices around the country. HRV is designed to ensure that your living spaces are kept dry, fresh and healthy all year round. HRV’s superior filtration system ensures that only the cleanest air is brought into your home/property and is one of the reasons that they are the only ventilation supplier to be awarded the Sensitive Choice award.

For further information please contact the National Commercial Manager, Simon Cator on 09 826 3777 or 027 600 9073

It is wet, windy, and chilly, so winter is coming. Hunker down, but not too tightly because we need to keep asking “what is God doing?” and then be careful to listen and look for the answers so we can fit well with Him.

Pastoral Moves

Derek Jellick appointed pastor Tikipunga Community Church May 2010
Douglas Bowman accepted call to Queenstown Baptist commencing 1 June 2010
Murray Jenkins appointed Executive Pastor Titirangi Baptist commencing 18 July 2010
Todd Wakerley appointed Youth Pastor Otumoetai 4 May 2010
Graham Read resigned Albany Baptist end of August 2010
Keith Reddell concluded ministry as Interim pastor Queenstown 30 May 2010

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