We had a church meeting a few weeks back to let you know that we have changed our denominational affiliation. We have recently been accepted into the Crosslink Network. What does this all mean for Catalyst? 

 

In a nutshell: 

• Crosslink Christian Network is an international Network of Christian leaders, churches and ministries sharing a commitment to see the kingdom of God come and the will of God being done throughout the world he loves.  
• There are approximately 130 churches in Crosslink across Australia and 30 in Qld. Some large churches like CityLIfe in Melbourne utilize the Crosslink Network. 
• Crosslink enables ministry credentialling and marriage in the eyes of the government. 
• The fees to be with Crosslink are dramatically less than with most other denominations. 

What do they believe? 

As agents of the kingdom of God, we want to pursue four things that remain unfulfilled according to God’s declared intention in Scripture: holiness that looks like Jesus (Hebrews 1:1-3), oneness that reflects the relationship between the Father and the Son (John 17:21-23), fullness that comes from equipped and deployed saints (Ephesians 4:9-16) and the completion of the mission to see the gospel proclaimed to every person (Matthew 24:14).  

 

Their stated beliefs are: (i) The Apostles’ Creed, (ii) The Nicene Creed, and the Scriptures.  

 

A network more than a denomination, Crosslink see itself more as a network of churches rather than a denomination. This means the value of the autonomy of the local church is very important. As long as a church can commit to their Core Beliefs they allow you to be governed by your own local church eldership. They encourage churches establishing closer relationships with other churches inside and outside the network. Recently Catalyst met with a group of 12 churches that are keen to form an informal network of likeminded churches. We are examining ways of continuing to see high level development of our up and coming leaders and connecting our young people into the body of Christ into the future. 

 

Apostolic Leadership 

Crosslink have an emphasis on apostolic leadership. Rather than Crosslink leadership becoming highly involved in deeper issues of the church, they require each church to nominate two apostolic leaders. These apostolic leaders will generally have a high level of connection with particular congregations and have given direction, encouragement, and played a part in the release of the Holy Spirit in the life of the congregation. 

 

Importantly, the two apostles that have been nominated by the eldership of Catalyst Church are Dr Andrew Corbett and Ps John Finkelde. Andrew is a theologian of renown around Australia and leads a vibrant church in Tasmania, Legana Christian Church. John has vast ministry experience as a senior pastor. He currently leads Grow a Healthy Church (a church health and support network). John has been a friend of Catalyst for over thirty years and is currently a formal mentor for Ps Carl. 

 

We have been so appreciative of the way we have been welcomed into the Crosslink Network in this season of the life of the church and we look forward to forging deeper relationships with those in the network over the coming months. 

 

Blessings,
Ps Carl

Coming up:

20th August - The Plan: Save the World - Law vs Grace - Ps Carl

27th August - The Plan: Save the World - Speak Out! - Ps Jess

3rd September - Father's Day: Lessons on Fatherhood - Ps Carl & Ps Phillip

10th September - Message from Tony Llewellyn

 

See you at 9am at 142 Pine Mountain Road, Brassall or join us online

Weekly Connect Groups

Our Connect Groups are well under way for the year.  But you don't have to miss out!  It's such a great way to journey through life together, growing in Christ.

 

Feel free to make contact with a connect group leader to find out more details, or click on the button below

New to Catalyst? Join us THIS SUNDAY  at our Heart of Catalyst session!

The purpose for this course is help anyone - new or not-so-new to Catalyst - understand & embrace the DNA of our church.  Every church is a family, & every family has different traditions, routines & culture.

 

With this course, we hope to assist people to both understand, & hopefully own, Catalyst Church as your church family.

 

WHEN:  20th August @ 10.30am, straight after service

WHERE:  Esterman Room

Workshop coming up - 27th August

Catalyst Kids - held during Sunday services

We have a heart to provide fun, bible based teaching for primary school aged kids so that they can explore who Jesus is and grow in their faith.

 

Catalyst Kids runs during services all year, except for during our family Christmas services in December.

 

During School holidays + on special occasions our Catalyst Kids kids will start in church with families + head out part way through. All other weeks kids have a full service program. 

Catalyst Youth - Friday Nights at 7pm-9pm (school terms) 

We believe that you are created with a purpose; that you weren't made to watch life from the sidelines as a spectator, but to live it to the full & really mean it. We are here to have heaps of fun & support you through life while encouraging you to grow into your potential.

 

Come along & hang out with us all on Friday nights during school terms!

 

Check out our Facebook page or contact our Youth Leader Loren Mavity via Facebook Messenger, Instagram DM, or by emailing youth@catalystchurch.com.au

BABY DEDICATION COMING UP!

Father's Day is fast approaching and on this day we love to do baby dedications during our service. If you would like your precious teeny person to be part of this, please reach out to Pastor Betsy soon! betsyj@catalystchurch.com.au.

Ladies' Book Club 

Next meeting is Friday 18th August at 10am to discuss the book "Someone Else's Shoes" by Jojo Moyes. 

 

Look forward to connecting with you through literature!

Online Giving Options at Catalyst:

You can give your tithes and offerings online by direct debit (preferred) to the following accounts (please consider making the gift recurring when setting this up):

Tithes and Offerings:
   Account Name: Catalyst Church Inc.
   (General A/c)
   BSB: 633 000
   Account Number: 132187154

Missions:
   Account Name: Catalyst Church Inc.
   (Missions A/c)
   BSB: 633 000
   Account Number: 134471697

 

If it’s your first time giving, you should receive a confirmation from us. Please ensure bank details are correct where applicable.

 

1.  Family Ministry Leader/Pastor

With the upcoming departure of Pastor Betsy as she joins her husband Matt overseas, we have redefined the role of Generations Pastor. We are now advertising the position of Families Ministry Leader/Pastor (dependent on the applicant’s qualifications) for one day per week of employment. The commencement date is to begin around October.

 

The role includes leading and oversight of teams and sub-ministries along with pastoral care of families with children of school age and under. A passion for seeing families thrive is a must!

 

Email info@catalystchurch.com.au to request a detailed position description. To then submit your application, please email a cover letter and resume with an expression of interest that addresses the key criteria and why you feel compelled to apply to emilyp@catalystchurch.com.au. Applications close on 25th August 2023.

 

Please note: Our policy is to advertise churchwide, however, please be aware an internal candidate may also be applying for the role. 

Grief - What is grief??

Do you know that there are 6 major types of grief and loss? Did you know that unresolved grief does not go away.  It lies dormant, usually surfacing at the most inopportune times. Unresolved grief can reduce the coping resources available to us in life, causing us to limp along, without us even being aware.  Many of my clients are completely unaware that they are still in the grieving process, and it takes assistance to firstly become aware that we are grieving and secondly to process this grief.

 

Book a session with Catalyst Counselling to check if grief is still part of your story.

 

 

Contact details:

• 142 Pine Mountain Road, Brassall QLD 4305
• 07 3813 4999
• 0477 748 822
• counselling@catalystcare.com.au
• Website www.catalystcare.com.au/counselling

 

Some Feedback:

• I have gained so much insight, discovered my fears and can now do something about them.
• The notes Lynne provides after the session help me to keep working on my healing journey.
• Cannot believe I didn’t do this sooner!

Christians Against Poverty

Do you need help keeping track of your personal finances?

 

• Are you living week to week?
• Is money ruling your life?
• Are you finances getting you down?

 

Need help? Christians against Poverty (CAP) have created an excellent program to help guide you through the process to better financial health.

 

Here at Catalyst church, there are two Money Mentors willing to walk beside you as you work through your situation.

 

Please contact Angela Coto or Russell Schloss via the church office (3813 4999) for more information.

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