Dear friends,
Session broke away for a two day retreat in Orchards over the past weekend and the deliberations were fruitful, guided by our Interim Moderator Moshe Rajuli..
A "Vision Statement" has been drafted, which aligns with St Mark's current "Mission Statement" (that's in our weekly Diary) and this in turn led the to team identifying goals that will guide us into the future as we grow the Lord's flock in Yeoville.
A "strategy" has also been drafted, which will lead to a "to do" list for all of us. It's vital that all of you in the pews give of your gifts to our ministry and that everyone gets involved. There will be a lot more detail coming up in the following few weeks.
In the short term, the Men for the Master will be erecting a new signboard to advertise our presence.That should be complete before the Communion service.
A new women's group will meet on Saturdays. The launch will be on the 14th August.
The Couples Fellowship will start on the 5th September, which is also Communion Day.
The Morning service has been rescheduled. From the 5th September it moves from 10h30 to 10h00. Set those alarm clocks if necessary.
Blessings,
The St Mark's Editorial team.
Great stuff, but we can't leave this to the Elders alone. We in the congregation need to be involved at every level and we can look to the past for lessons. The pantry parcels, having tea with our Elders (I will never forget Doris Lewis) and the fun and challenge of the Know Jesus, Bethel and Alpha courses are all cherished memories. We look forward to hearing more at Morning Service. God Bless. Marianne.
ReplyDeleteHi Geoff You got the date wrong on the marksman is supposed to be the 5th September not February. I guess is due to fatigue. God Bless. Giyani
ReplyDeleteSpot on Giyani. We fixed error. You have just earned yourself a place on the editorial team.
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