PRAYER AND PRAISE

Pray for Jim Baker's loved ones as they grieve his loss. Please pray that the Lord would bless and empower our Easter weekend outreach. Pray that the Lord will heal and bring complete health to Stella Nobles newest great-grandson. He has two holes in his heart, one being 1cm in diameter ..... which is pretty big for a wee little heart. Please pray for John & Nicolette as well as Colin & Stella. Pray that their weddings would be beautiful and joyous occasions, and that their marriages would be strong, and healthy, and honouring to the Lord. Pray for Gods blessing on evangelism outreaches near Samorogouan, Africa this week. Pray for many people in Burkina who have come to Christ in the past several months. Pray that they will grow in their faith. Many are facing persecution for the decision they have made. Pray that their testimony will lead others to Christ.

West Harbour Alliance Church 145 Moire Road, West Harbour, Waitakere 0618 (09) 416-8991 www.whac.net.nz

Pastoral Team
Pastor Matthew and Sharilyn Mordaunt 832 3922

Elders Board
Jacob Lauaki Joh Remiens Barry Thomas

Executive Committee
Tom McKean (Treasurer), Naren Nanjan, Pauline Thomas, Matthew Mordaunt, and a representative from the Elders Board.

WEST HARBOUR ALLIANCE CHURCH

25 March 2012 www.whac.net.nz

Church Office

Are you new to this facility?

We know that it can take a lot of energy to attend a new church, so please note that: The toilets are located down the passage to the right as you exit the sanctuary. We have a crche available diagonally from the sanctuary should you wish to take your infant out from the service. The Childrens Ministry begins part way through the service. This is for children between the ages of 3 13 years. Information on who we are, as well as on all of our ministries are available online at www.whac.net.nz Each week, we share a cuppa together after the service, and would love for you to stay for a chat.

416 8991 Pastor Matts office hours are 9am 11.30am Sun-Tue, Thurs & Fri. If you would like to drop by outside these hours, please ring the church before you come.

ROSTERS for March/April 2012

Date 25 01 08 15 Preacher Worship Leader Pianist Aeran Sharilyn Sharilyn Aeran Media T.B.A. Natalie Pauline Sophie m/tea Pauline Judy Raquel Keren Lawns Jacob Jacob Ofa Ofa

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Communion:

01 April 2012 Matt Mordaunt 15 April 2012 Barry Thomas

If you would like to include any bits and pieces for the weekly Newsletter, please email Pastor Matt at: mordaunt6@gmail.com, or phone the church office. Helping people move from brokenness to wholeness in Christ The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed Psalm 34:18

TODAY
10.30am Morning Worship
Led by: Theme: Matthew Mordaunt Judges Speaker: Matthew Mordaunt
Thank you for joining us today and we warmly invite you to stay and enjoy some morning tea.

NEWS
Holiday Club at WHAC From April 16-20, WHAC will be hosting a holiday club called Pandamania for children in our community. This club takes Psalm 139 as it's theme verse, and communicates over and over again that "God is WILD about you!" through songs and crafts and games and teaching and fun. We are hoping for a large number of children to come, but need lots of volunteer support to make it happen. If you would like to help, please talk to Pastor Matt.

At WHAC, we exist to help people move from brokenness to wholeness in Jesus Christ, and it's our firm belief that that continuing journey, much like our regular lives, has a few important building blocks along the way... First is our birth, or entrance into God's family. Jesus called this being born again, and it's the new start that comes as we ask God to forgive us and to make Jesus the Lord of our lives. As babies in any family, we need love, support, nurture and care. At WHAC, that primarily happens through caring networks that happen over morning tea and in our home groups so that here "nobody stands alone". The next step in any life is to start growing in our knowledge of the world and of God. But, "I can't grow for you", and as such, we encourage people to join us Sunday mornings, in one of our growth groups, or in one of our new block courses. As we continue to mature, it's important to realize that "If it's going to be, it's up to me" because God made you unique for a unique purpose. As such, it's important to discover your gifts, and to start using them in His service. Finally, as adults, we seek to pour out our lives for the benefit of those we love. As believers, we seek to pour out our lives as living sacrifices in an act of worship to God, where we put "All that I am and all that I have" at His disposal to be used for His glory, His will, and in His way. It might be interesting for you to place yourself on this growth journey to see what new challenges are next for you, or to see what needs revisiting as we walk together towards wholeness in Christ.

If you would like to talk to or pray with an Elder, we encourage you to make yourself known to one of the Worship Team and they will assist you. Ask the Pastor

Beginning April 29th, Pastor Matt has set aside five weeks for your questions on life and faith. To suggest a topic, simply fill out a Communication Card (anonymously if you'd like) with your question in the space provided, or email him at mordaunt6@gmail.com.

MINISTRIES FOR CHILDREN at WHAC

Ages 0-3 Ages 37 Ages 8 13 If you need to take your infant out of the service, we have a crche available. Our Kids Club is divided into two groups, for age appropriate lessons. These take place in the hall during the sermon. A notice will appear on the screen when it is time to dismiss your children.

Easter at WHAC Easter is only two weeks away, and we have a wonderful weekend of celebration and reflection planned at WHAC. Join us on Good Friday for a time of reflection and worship from 10:30 at the church, where we will seek to appreciate Christ's sacrifice in new ways, and again on Easter Sunday from 10:00 for an Easter Egg hung for the kids, and a worship service featuring our own Community Choir - from 10:30.

Reorient: Prayer
Join us in the church, 29 March from 7:30pm Focus: Easter Ministries

MEETINGS COMING UP....... Elders Board 04 April 2012 Executive Committee 16 May 2012

BIRTHDAYS COMING UP .....

Ofa Moala - 07 April Ina Latu - 07 April Rina Remiens - 09 April Jacob Lauaki - 09 April

Home Groups
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