11th December 2016
Thank You: Many thanks to everyone involved in the Carols Event last night: to Andy for his organisation, to all the musicians, and to everyone involved in setting up and manning the BBQ. Thank You! Your help is vital if we are to reach out to the community in this way.
Considering Membership? Following on from eldership training earlier in the year the Session has decided to hold elections early in February 2017. Because voting for elders is a very important matter only those who are formally ‘Communicant Members’ of the congregation are allowed to participate in the voting. Talk to Andy or Don if you would like to become a member before we vote for new elders next year.
Board of Management Elections: Nominations for Board elections are due and will be received over the next two Sundays, 11 th and 18 th December . The retiring members this time are David Burt, Robert Cameron, Melody Telley and David Timmins, who may be re-nominated subject to their approval. The members that were elected/appointed last time are Marie van Ravesteyn, David Graham, Garreth Le Page and Simon Armstrong, who come up for re election next year and should not now be nominated. Nomination forms will be available from next Sunday.
mainly music Morning Tea Roster: On behalf of the team at mm we would like to thank all those who were able to provide such scrumptious morning teas each week in 2016. As the old saying goes: many hands make light work. For 2017 we are looking for a few new additional helpers to provide the morning tea goodies for the adults at Mainly Music (approx. 20). With our roster system, you would most likely only be required once each school term. If you are able to assist or if you require more information please speak with Helen Cameron or email her at helen.cameron@me.com
Fred Mitchell’s Photos: Fred has given us a number of his photos which are free for the taking. Perhaps a donation to PresAid would be good way to thank Fred. A donation box/basket will be available.
Bookstall: We have a selection of Christian books available for purchase in the hall. Great for Christmas gift ideas, or some summer reading. There is a range of material – personal and family devotional books, biographies, books on various issues of interest or tricky questions, books for all ages – young children, teens and youth, and adults. The bookstall will be available until the end of December, so enjoy having a browse and maybe saving you a trip out to Koorong!
Only Just: Looking for Christmas gifts with a difference? Help families trade out of poverty this Christmas with beautiful Fair Trade gifts from Only Just – bags, jewellery, clothing, toys, homewares and more. Shop 11, 906 Main Road, Eltham (Coles Arcade) and 48 Were Street Montmorency, or shop online at onlyjust.com.au
Bank Details: For those people who wish to use Electronic Banking, the details you will need are as follows. Please remember to include the words “General Offering” or “Missions” as your reference.
Bank Name: Westpac
Account Name: Eltham Presbyterian Church
BSB and Account Numbers: 033-058 380596
