Thursday 14th of December
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The Ugly Truth About New Seasons
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So by now, hopefully most of you would be aware of the announcement of Jess and I’s transition out of the leadership of the church. If you have missed this news, you can click here for the video recording.
Can I firstly say how we have appreciated the response of the church. I genuinely mean that. While there is undoubtedly some surprise and sadness, overwhelmingly we have felt the support of individuals who have encouraged us in this big decision. One of my favorite's, was from Josh Knight, who I am sure won’t mind me quoting him, he said, “You have always taught us to follow God’s leading. If you then don’t follow God’s leading now, how could I continue to respect you as a pastor.” Those are mature words.
We have really felt the analogy of 'seasons be strong' as we have shared this news. The ugly, sometimes unspoken truth about seasons, is something has to die before the new season begins. In the most classic case the seed ‘dies’ so that new life can take place. We want to acknowledge the truth of the loss in this season. Not that we are overstating things, but it is ok that there is a sense of loss. Something is dying. However new life always follows. I will be honest. I am already seeing the new shoots of life coming forward. I have seen a faith filled response from our church. I have seen some of our leaders speak prophetically about what God is doing in them personally. I have even seen a new energy around our corporate vision. I believe this will only continue.
However, nobody is saying we also just brush off the loss. That is what the seasons of Autumn and Spring are actually all about…transition seasons where we carry both loss and the new season all at the same time. God is so good and His steady hand is guiding this church. Good days are ahead!
Carl Mutzelburg - Lead Pastor
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Bex is an absolute weapon and typifies what it means to be servant hearted and to serve with enthusiasm, kindness and for the advancement of the kingdom! She steps up, fills gaps and does it without complaining and with a smile. Thank you Bex for all that you do to bless the people of Catalyst and the wider Brassall community!
Liam Mavity - Foundry Cafe
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Coming up:
17th December - Message from Ps Brad Pain - Christmas Message
24th December - Message from Ps Carl Mutzelburg - Christmas Message
31st December - Message from Ps Jess Mutzelburg
7th January - Message from Ps Darren Bennett - Topic: Are you sick of being stuck?
See you at one of our 2 services at 8:30am and 10:15am 142 Pine Mountain Road, Brassall or join us online.
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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
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Sunday Morning Prayer Meeting
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Every Sunday before the first church service we meet together for prayer where we pray for both services and for those watching on line. We would love to see you there at 7.45am outside of the auditorium in the covered entry.
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Catalyst Kids - held during Sunday services
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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.
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Catalyst Youth - Friday Nights at 6:30pm-9pm (school terms) (See you in 2024)
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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
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The light we carry by Michelle Obama, book club date to be advised.
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BIG THANKS!! To the Catalyst Women’s Craft Group.
Over the past months they have been busy creating an array of crafts and over the past two Sundays setup a Craft Stall. They raised $485.05 and have kindly donated the funds towards the Playground. Thank you to all those involved and your generous gift!
Ps Brad Pain
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Thank you for your Giving
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Tithes $14,303
Weekly to date average $15,261.90
Budget $15,000
Heart for Ipswich $1,244
Heart for Ipswich Pledged - $110,259.50
Heart for Ipswich Received - $107,203.04
We are so grateful for the generosity of our Church.
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Online Giving Options at Catalyst:
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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.
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Heart for Ipswich (Tax Deductable):
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Account Name: Catalyst Care Ltd.
(Catalyst Care A/c)
BSB: 633 000
Account Number: 182951780
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Stress Awareness Diary
The ability to recognize how your body reacts to the stressors in your life can be a powerful skill. We can be more aware of the weather, our bank balance, or what we need to achieve in the day than we are aware of the tension in our own bodies or our personal stress responses. Our bodies registers stress long before our conscious mind does. Muscle tension is our body’s way of letting us know that we are under stress and our body awareness is the first step toward acknowledging and reducing stress. Book a session with Catalyst Counselling to discover how to observe how your body responds to stress and then how to reduce it.
Contact details:
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!
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Latest Catalyst Mission News
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This month's On Mission highlights the 'The Compassion Organization'.
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Catalyst Cares - Hamper Ministry
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Here at Catalyst, we love to reach out into the wider community, blessing those in need. Our Hamper Ministry has already blessed many families over the last couple of years! Orders can be placed for yourself, or for someone in the community you’d like to bless.
Cost is $15 and Cash and EFTPOS accepted.
To Order a Hamper, either:
• Call the church (07 3813 4999);
• Attend church campus on Thursdays between 2pm and 4pm to collect a
hamper without fresh produce.
• Click on this link before 12pm Wednesdays, for Thursday collection or
delivery (pre-ordering means the hamper includes fresh produce);
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Christians Against Poverty
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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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Communications Role
Catalyst is seeking a gifted individual to work with our team to support all elements of our online communications. This role will predominantly be involved in website design, social media engagement and database management. Experience in graphic design, web site development and an ability to work with database management programs would be preferred. The role will be up to eight hours per week and has a fair degree of flexibility in working location. Please contact Angela Coto angelac@catalystchurch.com.au for a copy of the role description and further steps in regard to any potential application.
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Catalyst has a collection of books available for you to borrow. Visit our website to see the amazing range available, then contact the church office to arrange a time to collect.
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Praying for our Church and Community
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Due to the complex nature of collating information and issues surrounding individuals’ privacy and confidentiality, we encourage those with prayer requests to visit the Catalyst Community Facebook Group, where they are welcome to post prayer requests and praise reports. This page is a private, members only page.
Be fully informed and connected about needs in our church through this Facebook Catalyst Community Page.
You are also most welcome to join us for prayer each Sunday morning at 8am in the crèche.
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