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God is transforming Melbourne

God is transforming Melbourne!

  • Foundations.
  • Momentum is now building! These are the days we waited for!
  • Are you looking for opportunities to be involved?
  • Partners in Prayer & Evangelism
  • Vital upcoming events.

 

Foundations

We honour all that God did through Melbourne Pastor’s Network and Transforming Melbourne and all those – especially Rev Rob Isaachsen – who contributed deeply to the mobilisation of a movement of people who hungered for Jesus’ kingdom to transform us and our city. Rob Isaachsen continues to foster strategic leadership and discipleship. robisaachsen@optusnet.com.au

 

Through Transforming Melbourne a foundation was built on authentic, transparent, trustworthy relationships between pastors and leaders and across churches and denominations. Together we raised kingdom vision, evangelism and mission, and faith that life will become more abundant for all citizens of Melbourne as they choose Jesus as their Lord and Saviour.

 

Toward the end of 2010 the team led by Sue Tinworth discerned that the season of Melbourne Pastor’s Network and Transforming Melbourne was coming to an end. We chose to make space for the new way God would move in the next season. We understood that rather than using a centralised task force, God would raise up a diversity of connected networks with multiple ‘faceless’ servant leaders and diverse, fresh strategies. By faith, we entered a time of resting for recovery from the hard years of the Research project, All Melbourne Matters; waiting and watching for what our Father was doing so we could join Him in it.

 

John 12:24Very truly I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-2,11 To everything there is a season, A time for every purpose under heaven:

A time to be born, And a time to die; A time to plant, And a time to pluck what is planted;

He has made everything beautiful in its time.

 

Momentum is now building! These are the days we waited for!

Across multiple emergent networks across the city and nation – we see our Father is:

      • doing awesome things across our city – healings, miracles, salvations and reconciliations
      • mobilising us to join together in united prayer and worship
      • equipping and aligning us as an army of warriors with fresh revelation, and
      • connecting us as channels of Jesus’ power and grace to every street in our city.

 

Are you looking for opportunities to be involved?

If you are longing for this and not yet seeing it, join with us in ongoing relationship to co-discern and respond to what is on our Father’s heart for Melbourne – His strategy and timing.

If we each simply fulfil our assigned part in His plan – Jesus’ rule will flow life to our city and beyond.

Our Lord wants this because He loves the people of Melbourne so much!

 

Sue Tinworth and Rod Schneider are building on the TM foundations with Partners in Prayer & Evangelism – uniting strategic prayer and evangelism for Melbourne and beyond. www.partnersinprayer.org.au

Contact: sue@partnersinprayer.org.au or rod@partnersinprayer.org.au

 

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Partners in Prayer & Evangelism are committed to facilitating and promoting:

  • Neighbourhood Prayer and Evangelism e.g. local houses of prayer – groups meeting in homes to pray for and reach out to neighbours. See: Melbourne Prayer & Evangelism 2013 Strategies for Winning our Neighbours and Regions to God http://partnersinprayer.org.au/melbourne-prayer-evangelism-2013/
  • Regional 24 hour Prayer and Worship Gatherings e.g. monthly gatherings in different regions of Melbourne.
  • United Prayer for Australia

1. National Day of Prayer & Fasting – for LIFE in Parliament House, Canberra, in local churches and online 10 Feb 2013 www.nationaldayofprayer&fasting.com.au

2. 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting – for LIFE13 Feb-24 March 2013 www.40daysorprayer.com.au

The 40 days of prayer initiated by Rob in TM is now a national invitation associated with the National Day of Prayer & Fasting. In 2013 a daily prayer guide will be emailed to those who are registered. A summary guide will be available on line by the end of January.

3. Prayerhouse: Jesus’ House of Prayer– for your neighbours, regions and nations.

Online prayer rooms opening soon!

We will soon be launching an online social media network for prayer to enable the Body of Christ to pray together for Australia in online prayer rooms- writing their prayers and praying in agreement with others – using an Amen button or by Reply! Prayerhouse has the facility for Friends to weave collaborative prayer and prayer strategy; and to track God Stories, prophecies and resources. There will be prayer rooms for people to pray for 83 regions of Australia and for shared spheres of influence or interest – such asArts & Entertainment, Business, Education, Family, Government, Media, Religion, Justice, Education, Health, Israel, Indigenous Australians etc.

The Partners in Prayer & Evangelism website includes:

      • JESUS

      • VISION including Houses of Prayer, Restorative Justice –focussed on Indigenous Australians, Destiny & Inheritance, Transforming Australia.

      • WHAT YOU CAN DO – Locally, Regionally, Nationally Globally.

      • WHAT’S ON – More events – in Melbourne and beyond.http://partnersinprayer.org.au/whats-on/

      • BLOGS – see current articles, news, notes, prophecy.

      • LINKS related to Transformation. http://partnersinprayer.org.au/links/

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Event Update 2ndNov09

Calendar of Citywide Christian Events in Melbourne 

Updated: 2nd November 2009

 

Updated Events: RED

TM Events: HIGHLIGHTED

Information on the Directory of Christian Ministries,
regular Citywide Events, Networks and Ministries: At the End

 


 

2009 SCHOOL TERMS:                                                                                                                     5 Oct to 18 Dec

2010 SCHOOL TERMS:    1 Feb to 26 March        12 April to 25 June                12 July to 17 Sept           4 Oct to 17 Dec 

NOVEMBER 2009

 

 

Sun 1st Nov

 

 

 

 

Fri 6 Nov

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fri 6th Sat 7th

Nov

 

 

 

 

 

Fri 6th-Mon 9th

Nov

 

 

 

Sun 8 (or Sun 15 Nov)

Uniting Aboriginal & Islander Christian Congress

 Café Campfire Fellowship @ Narana 410 Torquay Road Geelong 6:30pm – 8:30pm

 Contact: Rev W.Pickett – 0449908566

 

 

Transforming Melbourne Citywide Prayer BANQUET Are You Coming?

 

We poise -burning with passion and Holy Spirit fire- on the eve

of a sacred Joel 2 assembly. Come and rest in God’s presence.

Come aside to pray for God’s Kingdom to come in our city!

Venue: The peaceful hilltop at Jum Bunna Lodge, 140 Dalry Rd Launching Place. Mel 287 E1 www.jumbunnalodge.com.au

Cost: $35 + an offering. Payment to TM at PO Box 2536 Cheltenham VIC 3192 or via secure website: www.pastornet.net.au/mpn/tmdonation.htm 

Enquiries and registrations by 5th Nov if possible..Ph Sue 0418 389419

 

CONCERT: VIJAY BENEDICT – from 35 Bollywood movies

7.30pm Admission Free Crossway Baptist, 2 Vision Drive Burwood East, Main Auditorium.

Phone 0433 265 819

 

 

Forge Victoria Intensive Cluster: FAREWELL TOUR

Mix and Match or Sign up for the Whole Shebang!

 

As many of you already know, this November will mark the last Forge

Missional Training Intensive in Australia for the foreseeable future.

Leadership in Exile (Post Christain Aus) Strengths Based Leading,

Darren Atclass & Mike Frost, Anthea Smits, Steve Turner, Darryl Gardiner

Dave Zovak $90 Tabor College and Urban Life Cafe (both in Ringwood)

See forge.org.au or email stacey@forge.org.au for more details.

 

 INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH/SUFFERING SUNDAY

 

Each year, millions of Christians around the world join in praying for the persecuted church – over 200,000,000 (that‘s two hundred million) Christians who are not at liberty to live and practise their faith, because of persecution. The International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church is a time set apart for us to remember thousands of our Christian brothers and sisters around the world who suffer persecution, simply because they confess Jesus Christ as Lord. For IDOP 2009, please reserve Sunday 08 (or 15) November 2009 as the day of prayer for the persecuted church. See www.idop.org closer to the time.
See also “Suffering Church Sunday” resourced by ideas to observe this day at Barnabas Fund website www.barnabasfund.org/scs , on a Sunday of choice during November.

 

 

Tue 10 Nov             

BOOK DISCUSSION; “CHRISTIAN THEOLOGY IN ASIA” BY SEBASTIAN KIM

 

Mission Studies Studies Network and Forge present reading and discussion on missiology relevant books. Contact Dr Ross Langmead 9340 8021 or email rlangmead@whitley.unimelb.edu.au for details of time and venue.

 

 

 

 

Sun 22 Nov

NATIONAL DAY OF MOURNING AND COMPASSION (FOR ABORTION)

 

To mourn for the 100,000+ lives that are destroyed annually by abortion in this country, and to release God’s loving compassion, forgiveness and healing to all affected.  The heart purpose to give public expression to God’s grief over the practice of abortion, and to publically demonstrate our alliance with God’s heart and laws.  The event was held in 9 different cities across Australia last year. Encourages prayer in morning worship services and public meetings and street walks in the afternoon. Please contact Glenda on 02 49465714 or 0407 468061 for expressions of interest.

 

 

Fri 27 Nov

SONS OF KORAH MELBOURNE CONCERT

 

Sons of Korah concert at CrossCulture Church of Christ Cnr Swanston & Little Lonsdale Streets Melbourne, beginning at 8pm. Tickets $15 for adults and $10 concession, available through the Bible Society or at the door. Proceeds to support the work of the Bible Society. Contact 9877 9277 for the Bible Society Vic Office. 

 

Fri 27– Sun 29 Nov

 

 

 

 

Sat 28 Nov

 

Soaking Weekend

 

Come to encounter your Lord, meditate on His word and rest in His presence. These sessions are deeply restorative. From 7.30pm Friday 27th at Melbourne Airport Christian Outreach Centre, 48 Katrina Drive, Gladstone Park. Contact: Ps David & Tina Michael 9335 4339  0407 300 920 www.macoc.org.au

 

Youth Rally Rock Band “THE KINGDOM”

 

with Special Guest Speaker VICKI RISBY 7.00 – 9.00pm at Dandenong Baptist Church,

25-27 James St. For  more info please contact Meg or Craig on 5995 8481

 

 

 

DECEMBER 2009

 

 

Thu 3-

PARLIAMENT OF THE WORLD’S RELIGIONS

 

Wed 9 Dec

First held in Chicago in 1893, the Parliament of the World’s Religions brings together the world’s religious and spiritual communities, their leaders and their followers to a gathering where peace, diversity and sustainability are discussed and explored in the context of interreligious understanding and cooperation. The world’s largest interreligious gathering. Venue – the Melb Convention Exhibition Centre. Group registrations available. Registrations online or see full information at www.parliamentofreligions.org

 

 

Fri4-Mon13             

UNOH MISSIONS EXPOSURE COURSE 10 DAY LIVE IN INTENSIVE

Dec

For Christians who want to experience God’s love through standing with those facing poverty. Each day, hear from people facing injustice and engage with the UNOH model of neighborhood transformation. Melbourne venue; Springvale, Noble Park and Dandenong. Cost $220. Contact Peter pdekker@unoh.org or see website www.unoh.org

 

 

Sun 6 Dec

THE BIBLE SOCIETY’S “OUR FAVOURITE CAROLS”

 

Choir members are needed for the Bible Society’s “Our Favourite Carols” program at the Melbourne Town Hall. Renowned organist Thomas Heywood will perform, along with a massed choir and some of Melbourne’s finest artists presenting the best Christmas music ( as judged by our audiences). There is no better way to spend a Sunday afternoon. If you would like to be involved in this uplifting event, or for further info call Sarah on 9877 9277 or email swilson@biblevic.com.au

 

Sun 6 Dec

 

COMBINED CHRISTMAS PARTY

 

For Burmese Australian Christian Communities –those who have a heart for Myanmar.

For details contact: Ps. Gin Do Dal, Melbourne Burmese Community Church, Life Ministry Centre, Old Melbourne Road Chirnside Park, Victoria 3116

Phone Office:03 97270983, Mobile:0412360441

 

Sun 6 Dec

 

 

 

Sat 12 Dec


 CHRISTMAS SONGS OF PRAISE

Very Special Guest: Judy Durham,The Fabulous Wallensis Trio, Dale Phillips & Ron Ellis.

Sing your favourite carols. 2.00pm at Diamond Valley Baptist Complex

NO CHARGE. A delicious Afternoon Tea will be provided.

 

LEARSINGS FROM THE LOCALS 2

10am – 9pm Rego from 9am at UNOH Mission Centre, 2/6-12 Airlie Ave, Dandenong

Learnings is a bringing together of a tribe of people who are exploring

alternate approaches to church, mission and community.For more information or to register:

Neal Taylor, Director Holy Fools, 0417 579 944 neal_taylor@mac.com

Andre Van Eymeren Co-ordinator Big House Communities 0400 002 172 andrevan1@optusnet.com.au

 

 

 

JANUARY 2010

 

 

Fri 15-

SUMMER UNDER THE SON: TRANSFORMED: A NEW WAY OF SEEING

Wed 20 Jan

Church Missionary Society (CMS) Annual missions conference is for everyone, to stretch your concept of mission, no matter what your stage of life. Location Adventure Resort Phillip Island.  Registrations open 1st September via www.summerundertheson.org  Early bird requires payment in full by Friday, 31st October. Anyone booking after 31st October will need to pay the full price; balance to be paid by 15th December. Day visitors welcome.

 

 

FEBRUARY 2010

 

 

17th Feb -28th March 

NATIONAL Call to 40 Days Prayer and Fasting for our cities      

 

Citywide call to 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting organised by Transforming Melbourne. Includes a daily prayer guide and opportunities for local and citywide gatherings for united prayer.              Contact TM Office: 03 95702534 office@transformingmelbourne.org                                         Sponsored nationally in 2010 by Campus Crusade.

 

 

Mon 22-

MELBOURNE CALEB INSTITUTE FIRST BLOCK

Fri 26 Feb

 

Caleb provides a complete leadership training program that empowers pastors and Christian Leaders to grow and perform with renewed effectiveness. Competencies for effective team leadership, confidence and enthusiasm that lasts, models an affirming relational approach, motivation for spiritual growth. Other Blocks are 12-16 April and 31May – 4June. Contact info@caleb.org.au or see www.caleb.org.au or call 1300 767 444.

 

MARCH 2010

 

 

Fri 5 Mar

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER

 

World Day of Prayer is a worldwide movt of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year, and who, in many countries, have a continuing relationship in prayer and service. Initiated and carried out by women in more than 170 countries and regions. Symbolized by this annual day of celebration to which all people are welcome. It is a movement which brings together women of various races, cultures, and traditions in closer fellowship, understanding, and action throughout the year. More details closer to the time. See www.worlddayofprayer.net

 

 

Fri 5-

SURRENDER:10

 

Sun 8
Mar

At Belgrave Heights Convention Centre. SURRENDER is now run by a group of passionate organisations including the original founders, UNOH as well as Concern Australia, Djaywunti (A network of Indigenous ministries), Just Salvos (the social justice department of the Salvation Army), TEAR Australia, Urban Seed & the Victorian Council of Christian Education (VCCE). We’ve also got some great new partner groups and churches coming on board to see the life changing message of SURRENDER continue. It’s our prayer that SURRENDER will:Help inspire and equip you and your church to connect with those facing poverty in your local communities, Present a theology and practical steps to help address issues facing Indigenous Australians, Highlight examples of incarnational and integral mission as well as training opportunities, Provide an informal environment to explore these issues further. enquiries@surrender.org.au or call 0403 177 995.

 

 

Sun28 Mar

PALM SUNDAY

 

APRIL

 

 

Fri 2 April

GOOD FRIDAY

 

 

Sun 4 April

 

EASTER DAY

MAY

 

 

Sun 23 May

PENTECOST SUNDAY

 

 

Sun 23

GLOBAL DAY OF PRAYER

May

 

See www.globaldayofprayer.com Closer to the time.

JUNE

 

JULY

Sun 4-

NAIDOC WEEK

Sun 11 July

See www.naidoc.org.au    NAIDOC – The National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee. Today, NAIDOC is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an opportunity to recognize the contributions of Indigenous Australians in various fields. Activities take place across the nation during this week. All Australians are encouraged to participate.

 

PLEASE SEND US DETAILS OF YOUR EVENTS FOR 2009/10

To office@transformingmelbourne.org Short summaries as per the above examples are the most efficient and quick way to have an event publicized.
 
This EVENTS CALENDAR is provided as a gift to the Church
But we are reliant on your financial support to maintain this and other aspects of Melbourne Pastors Network / Transforming Melbourne. (Inc ABN: 23 457 205 519)
Donations can be made via our link to Paypal; http://www.pastornet.net.au/mpn/tmdonation.htm or through “Becoming a Partner” on our website www.transformingmelbourne.org
 

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THE DIRECTORY OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES 2

THE DIRECTORY OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES IN MELBOURNE

A Resource for all levels of Mission, Ministry in Melbourne

An On-Line Interactive Directory of Christian Ministries, Organisations, Denominations, Churches and Networks in Melbourne to support Church Members and all parts of the Church in serving our City.

There are TWO PARTS: CHURCH LIST and MINISTRY DIRECTORY

CHURCH LIST – Listing basic information of ALL 1700+ CHURCHES (may be searched by suburb, denomination, etc)

MINISTRY DIRECTORY – Detailed listings of over 3000 ministries and full details of all churches (including ministries, websites, etc)

CURRENT FREE TRIAL ACCESS ending shortly .  (After that by $20 subscription only)

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Categories of Christian Ministries and Networks

DIRECTORY OF MINISTRIES:

Eventually we expect to have details of all these categories and churches

Aboriginal Ministries

Advocacy groups

Aid Agencies – Local

– International

Bible & Theological Colleges

Bible and Bible study Resources

Bookshops

Campus Ministries

Chaplaincies

Childrens Ministries

Christian & Church Schools

Conference Centres & Camps

Counselling Centres

Creative Ministries

Church Planting

Denominational offices

Disability ministries

Ethics ministries

Evangelistic outreach ministries

Family Life

Foodbanks

Healing Ministries

Healing & Retreat Centres

Hostels, Refuges

International Missions

Justice Ministries

Libraries

Marriage and Family Life

Men’s Ministries

Mercy Ministries

Leadership Organisations

Libraries

Outreach & Evangelism

Prayer Ministries

Prison ministries

Prophetic Ministries

Recovery Ministries and resources

Research organisations

Schools Ministries

Social Justice

Social Welfare agencies

Spiritual renewal ministries

Spirituality Centres

Student ministries

Training Organisations

Women’s Ministries

Worship & music ministries

Youth Ministries

PLUS A list of all other categories of Christian organisations (incl denominational)

DIRECTORY OF CHRISTIAN SECTOR NETWORKS

 

Armed Forces

Creative Arts

Children’s Ministry

Disability Networks

Education

Government

House and Emerging Churches

Justice

Leadership

Librarian

Legal

Marketplace

Medical

Media

Sport

Parliamentary

Pastors Wives

Playgroups

Prayer and Intercessors

Recovery Ministries

Welfare

Youth Ministry, etc etc

 

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Directory of Christian Ministries ( overview)

THE DIRECTORY OF CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES IN MELBOURNE (Overview)

A Resource for all levels of Mission, Ministry in Melbourne

An On-Line Interactive Directory of Christian Ministries, Organisations, Denominations, Churches and Networks in Melbourne to support all parts of the Church in serving our City.

This unique Directory has taken 18 months to develop. It is a resource for local churches, organisations, leaders and individual Christians to provide easy access to the multitudes of ministry and mission organizations and resources across the Church in Melbourne. It will enable organizations and churches working in similar areas of ministry to be aware of each other and share resources and vision. It reveals the great riches of resources and ministries working in so many areas that there are in the Church in our city.

IT IS A “LIVE DIRECTORY”

At present there are over 1300 organisations and over 1700 churches.

Many organizations not on the Directory as yet will soon hear of it, and be able to add their details. Some of the details on the Directory will be initially out of date, and organizations will be able to correct and update their own details. Churches will be able to list major ministries they offer to other churches and the wider community.

HOW IT WORKS:

The many organizations, ministries and churches in this Directory are easily accessible from the Transforming Melbourne website: www.transformingmelbourne.org

CLICK the DIRECTORY link

The ministry, organization or church you are looking for is found quickly by typing in the name of the organization, or the category you are looking for and scrolling though the list. You can make the search tighter by adding other categories and the suburb you are looking for. (eg “youth” and “Counselling” and “Richmond“)

You can look for churches by typing in the denomination or just “church” and the suburb.

ACCESS IS BY SUBSCRIPTION

A small annual subscription is payable to enable the on-going development and maintenance of the Directory, to continually improve it and make it more useful to you.

However, a list of all 1700 churches and their basic details is available free from a link on the TM site.

HOW TO SUBSCRIBE

Go on-line to www.transformingmelbourne.org CLICK the Directory link. And then: Subscribe

On this new secure website, Enter your name, email and a password

Fill in the payment details, and press “Subscribe Now“

You will immediately receive a receipt, with confirmation of your subscription and your password. Then you can go back to the Directory link on the TM site, press Access Directory, and be able to carry out your first search!

 

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The Melbourne Indigenous Church

The Melbourne Indigenous Church: A Story of Hope (Anne Green)

With eyes of faith one can see that the Indigenous Community of Melbourne is beginning to emerge out of a time of spiritual barrenness.

A quick glance across the 15,000-strong Indigenous community of Melbourne reveals only 2 small Indigenous fellowships regularly meeting together, although there are several other ministries happening and Indigenous churches in some regional centres outside Melbourne. As in the Non-Indigenous Church, these ministries that do exist, though aware of one another, are mostly like puzzle pieces not yet linked together into the Body of Christ. 

However, a deeper look into the Melbourne Indigenous Community, with some understanding of the spiritual history of this region, uncovers a story of hope:

Seeds……
Seeds of the gospel have been faithfully sown across the Indigenous community of Melbourne for generations. Indigenous Australians are reportedly the most evangelised people group on the planet.  Many of those seeds, sown initially by missionaries and Indigenous leaders of the past, have sprung up to revival in former generations. Other seeds lie dormant. Where in this barren place are the wells of life-giving water to bring growth to these seeds?

Wells…..
Spirit-filled Indigenous Christian leaders, past and present have left their legacy in the Indigenous community of Melbourne. Deep ancient wells of God’s Spirit remain, waiting to be re-dug.

Prayer…
Recently, God has raised up an Indigenous prayer network to support, encourage and link together Melbourne Indigenous ministries.  Through the commitment and intercession of a growing group of Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Christians across the city, the needs of the Indigenous Church are being heard and prayers answered. Old wells are being re-dug and seeds watered.

Wheat and Tares…
Along with the seeds of ‘wheat’ the evil one has planted seeds of destruction in the Indigenous community of Melbourne. We must never forget that we and our ancestors have been partner to this along with bringing the words of eternal life in Jesus.  Indigenous people in this city still today are crushed by the ongoing harvest of evil sown into their lives and the lives of their forebears.  It is the role of the people of God in this city to unravel and reveal the sins of the past and plead the forgiveness and blood of Jesus over the destruction done sometimes even in the name of Christ.  The destroyer must also be identified and rebuked.

A flourishing Indigenous Church will emerge in this City and healing will begin in the Name of Jesus.

Then the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its wings (Malachi 4:2)…..which reminds us of the Indigenous flag – a sign of hope…. and Jesus, Light of the World and coming Saviour King. 

 

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