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Monthly Archives: February 2020
Jesus the Game Changer – To The Ends Of The Earth
Join us and many churches around Australia making Jesus' last words our first priority in 2020. Starting 3rd May, Churches will begin a 6 week series coming out of the Jesus the Game Changer documentary series – To the Ends of the Earth.
The Church Pack and rego cost of $99.95 provides you with everything needed to run this series across the life of your church – sermon notes, children's program, worship songs, graphics, video clips and more.
Jesus the Game Changer – To The Ends Of The Earth
Join us and many churches around Australia making Jesus' last words our first priority in 2020. Starting 3rd May, Churches will begin a 6 week series coming out of the Jesus the Game Changer documentary series – To the Ends of the Earth.
The Church Pack and rego cost of $99.95 provides you with everything needed to run this series across the life of your church – sermon notes, children's program, worship songs, graphics, video clips and more.
Source: BUV News
Recovery efforts in Corryong
Graeme van Brummelen, pastor of Corryong Baptist Church was on the ground when the fires hit Corryong. He and David Hodgens (pastor at Wadonga Baptist and also part of VCCEM – Victorian Council of Churches Emergency Ministry) played a significant role in setting up and running the evacuation centre.
David recalls arriving back into phone range a couple of days later to hear old messages telling him to get out of the area himself! David and Wadonga Baptist Church have been supporting Graeme in a number of practical ways including stepping in to help run the worship services on the weekend.
In the community of Corryong, Graeme has been playing a significant physical and pastoral role, spending time with people who have been impacted and then determining some of the needs that can be immediately met due to the donations that have come in.
“The generosity is amazing”, he says. Graeme feels well supported by both the open hands and open hearts of those from our Baptist family who have so selflessly donated. He and his team have created a ‘Voucher Pack’ (pictured) that not only helps with some immediate relief for people but also helps stimulate the local economy which has been severely affected at this time.
As well as this, Graeme has co-ordinated some hay to be brought in and distributed (pictured). He has also been connecting with others who are working in the area. “We’re doing what we can to work with others who are here. For example the guys from Blaze Aid who are working on fencing for local farmers will call me and let me know if there is someone who needs the kind of help that we can offer.”
Thank you to our baptist family who gave so generously to the BUV bushfire appeal. Your donations have enabled our pastors and churches to help and support their local communities affected by the bushfires. Thank you for joining us Together On Mission! Please continue to pray for our pastors, their churches and communities as recovery efforts continue in this areas.
Source: BUV News
Recovery efforts in Corryong
Graeme van Brummelen, pastor of Corryong Baptist Church was on the ground when the fires hit Corryong. He and David Hodgens (pastor at Wadonga Baptist and also part of VCCEM – Victorian Council of Churches Emergency Ministry) played a significant role in setting up and running the evacuation centre.
David recalls arriving back into phone range a couple of days later to hear old messages telling him to get out of the area himself! David and Wadonga Baptist Church have been supporting Graeme in a number of practical ways including stepping in to help run the worship services on the weekend.
In the community of Corryong, Graeme has been playing a significant physical and pastoral role, spending time with people who have been impacted and then determining some of the needs that can be immediately met due to the donations that have come in.
“The generosity is amazing”, he says. Graeme feels well supported by both the open hands and open hearts of those from our Baptist family who have so selflessly donated. He and his team have created a ‘Voucher Pack’ (pictured) that not only helps with some immediate relief for people but also helps stimulate the local economy which has been severely affected at this time.
As well as this, Graeme has co-ordinated some hay to be brought in and distributed (pictured). He has also been connecting with others who are working in the area. “We’re doing what we can to work with others who are here. For example the guys from Blaze Aid who are working on fencing for local farmers will call me and let me know if there is someone who needs the kind of help that we can offer.”
Thank you to our baptist family who gave so generously to the BUV bushfire appeal. Your donations have enabled our pastors and churches to help and support their local communities affected by the bushfires. Thank you for joining us Together On Mission! Please continue to pray for our pastors, their churches and communities as recovery efforts continue in this areas.
What would Jesus say to…the Leader?
What would Jesus Say Today?
Changes to Molestation Insurance Requirements
Molestation Insurance
Victorian Baptists are committed to providing safe programmes as an expression of loving our neighbours. As part of this, and in order to continue Molestation Cover with our insurer, churches should ensure that as a minimum they comply with the following policies and procedures:
1. A policy committing the organisation to providing a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults.
2. A Code of Practice covering pastors, employees and volunteers who may come into contact with children and vulnerable adults.
3. A process for screening applicants for ministry, employment and volunteering, including referee checks and working with children/criminal record checks.
4. A process for handling allegations of sexual abuse.
5. A process for complying with mandatory reporting obligations for suspected sexual abuse.
6. Training for pastors, employees and volunteers in the above policies/procedures.
The documents below provide resources to assist churches in these matters.
Declaration for churches to sign and return
Molestation insurance explanatory notes
Sample Flowchart Reporting Process
Sample Molestation Insurance Code of Conduct
Sample Reporting and Handling Allegations of Sexual Abuse
Sample Safe Church Concerns Form Template
Sample Staff and Volunteer Application Screening Form
Source: BUV News
What would Jesus say to the leader?
What does a great leader look like?
Ep 151: Will robots take my job?
The rise of technology brings fear and uncertainty about how automation replaces human labour. But what about the even bigger question of artificial intelligence – will robots take our humanity? A fascinating show which peers into the future of technology and our work.
What would Jesus say to…the High Achiever?
What would Jesus Say Today?