Newbern Alliance Church

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English Announcements - July 21, 2024

1.     Newbern Academy will offer 6 different courses from July to September. Promotion and registration have started. Please spread the word, volunteer, and pray for the students, instructors, and all those who are serving.

2.    Newbern Church Picnic: July 27th (Sat) from 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM at Delta Deas Island Fisher's Field Regional Park. Please bring your own camping chairs and cutlery to the picnic. See you there!

3.    This summer, we are hosting a Kids Day Camp from August 9th-11th! The theme is Exploring Music Adventure with God. The camp is open for kids from kindergarten to grade 5 and the registration fee is $30 per person. Please scan the QR code on the poster to register, and contact Ps Michelle for any questions.

4.   Lord's Love Church is hosting Vacation Bible School (VBS) with the theme "Breaker Rock Beach." Date: August 19-23. Time: 9:30am - 3:00pm. It's going to be a fun and enriching week for kids with Bible lessons, activities, and more. For details and registration, please contact Ps Michelle.

5.    We are accepting applications for baptism and membership transfer now. Classes will begin as early as Aug 4. Please contact Ps Marcus or Ps Andy if you are interested.

6.   This month, we are sending our financial support to Otto Wan – CCM Canada and The Media Evangelism Association. The updated profiles and prayer requests of both organizations will be posted on WhatsApp and on our website.

7.    June Offering Record - Please verify your offering record that has been posted on WhatsApp and contact Elder Roger Hiew for any questions.

July EB Meeting Highlights:

a.      Approved a device-free classroom environment statement, to be communicated with everyone involved in Kids Ministry.

b.      Approved to proceed with negotiating the rental contract with the Daycare Centre.

c.      Approved to take a one-year break from summer camp in 2025.

d.      Approved in principle opening our church as a cooling centre during extreme weather events, subject to the availability of volunteers and adequate planning and preparation.