net news

In this issue:

  1. Tim's very short (for him)ramblings
  2. Are you seriously into Prayer guys? Leaders?
  3. New Black Country "Church Growth Academy" (CGA)
  4. June's Prayer Conference with Suzette Hettingh
  5. Influencing Social Change: The Role of Faith’,(Faithworks)
  6. Tony Wastall's new book
  7.  UCB/Book of Hope Alliance 
  8.  Healing School with Mike Hariis 
  9.  CREATION VS. EVOLUTION DAY 
  10. Alpha on the Wren's Nest
  11. Jobs (Options for Life).
For latest news on Winkie's health, see below;
Dear Black Country,
 
Hope you are well. My ramblings this time are more to most of your taste apparently, ie, very short, or so I hear occasionally! Thanks for that!
 
It was great to have Dr Tony Campolo with us this week, and what a tremendous challenge he left us with, especially in the daytime session:
 
"Which Jesus do you follow?
The Biblical Jesus, or the culturally relevant one????????".
 
Have we fashioned something to worship that is intrinsically a creation of our own imagination, which would be so ironic seeing as He actually made us in His! Or do we love and follow The Christ who was before He embodied Himself into Jesus of Nazareth who came to earth and lived as us?
 
History will record who it was we followed, and we will all find out when we meet Him face-to-face, but it's probably worth us all taking some time out, seeking Him in news ways, and doing what Paul told us to do, ie, "Work out your salvation with fear and trembling".
 
I was certainly challenged to the core again by Dr Campolo, and need to work some stuff out in my own life as I realize there is far more to find out, loads more to experience, and many people in my own little world who need to see more of the REAL Jesus in and through me than they do at the moment.......none of us have arrived!
 
But we can all start the next stage of our own journey with Him. Today.
 
Plenty to check out below, and on the web-site too. Our next TOGETHER events are in June (including a Prayer School with Suzette Hettingh and a Healing Service), as below, and there are Gen Net weekends, Business/Sector gatherings/Prayer sessions all coming up shortly, so we hope to connect with you very soon guys.
 
Let us continue to fly The Kingdom flag publicly and privately,
 
Much love,
 
Tim
 
On behalf of The NET Core Team.

Dear Fellow Black Country Prayer Partner,

 We are gathering those of you who have been a part of previous prayer gatherings for a ‘Black Country Prayer Leaders’ gathering at Amblecote Christian Centre on the 17th of April at 8.00pm. The primary purpose of this evening is to join together in prayer for our region. I believe there is enormous power in collective prayer.

 Matthew 18: “Again I say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that may ask, it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven. For where two or three have gathered in My name, I am there in their midst”

 The promise of God is that when we agree, when we are gathered together, when we are in His name, He will answer from heaven! This is a great opportunity to gather, agree together and ask for an answer from heaven.

 We will also up date you on Hope 2008 a national initiative to reach our nation, in word, deed and through prayer.

 Please join us if you can, perhaps you could let me know by replying to this e-mail

Many thanks,

Adrian Lowe

On behalf of the Core Vision Team of the NET

 
New Black Country Church Growth Academy
 
"Well, last month saw the birth of the first Black Country Church Growth Academy.  It was an exciting evening with over 55 delegates gathering together at Zion.  These delegates came from a number of net churches - from Calvary, Zion, Chawn Hill Church, Junction 10 and Amblecote Christian Centre.  We gathered together and started our two year journey exploring what it means to develop Church, to put Mission at the heart of our churches and to train and equip our members.  There was an exciting buzz at the event and by the end of the evening, all the delegates left feeling thrilled and excited about what God could do and how they could be used through the Academy over the next two years. 
 
But do not fear - the next Church Growth Academy will take place in September and if you think your church could get involved, then please contact Phil Collins at Saltmine Trust and he will be happy to talk to you about how your church can get involved in an exciting programme.  Already hundreds of churches have been affected by the Church Growth Academy across Bristol and Cardiff and now into Lincolnshire.  The Net is committed to resourcing and supporting local churches."
 
For more information on Church Growth Academy please contact Phil Collins at Saltmine Trust, St James House, Trinity Road, Dudley, West Midlands, DY1 1JB.  Telephone: 01384 454860 or email: philc@saltmine.org
 

Prayer School with Suzette Hattingh and Gayle Claxton (Voice in the City) 

Hosted by The Net

Suzette Hattingh is an international Motivational Teacher and Evangelist with a distinct focus on intercession and evangelism. After 16 years in the ministry of Reinhard Bonnke (CFAN), Suzette founded ‘Voice in the City’ in January 1997 with a vision to train the body of Christ in prayer, reach the lost and broken hearted.

Gayle Claxton is an anointed minister of the word who, under the leadership of Suzette, organised crusades and street outreaches for CFAN.

Working alongside Suzette in Voice in the City, Gayle pursues her calling in teaching and building up the body of Christ.

Combined, their experiences and giftings bring tremendous impact and understanding. The course is designed to lead people deeper into intercession with practical application, equipping them to equip others. A school set out for all levels of maturity.

  • ·          Activate scripture & increase your prayer life
  • ·          Times of worship
  • ·          Pull down strongholds & build God’s kingdom
  • ·          Practical application
  • ·          Learn & teach others.

Where:   Zion Christian Centre, Little Cornbow, Halesowen
When:     21st – 23rd June 2007

Times are as follows:

                                       21st June – 9.30am til 5pm
                                       22nd June – 9.30am til 5pm then 7pm – 9pm
                                       23rd June – 9.30am til 5pm

FCost:   £30 per person (£25 conc.) £55 per couple (£45 conc.) or £15 for a day pass. You wil be able to pay on-line shortly using Paypal, or by cheque via Zion Christian Centre (cheques payable to " The Net)

‘Influencing Social Change: The Role of Faith’, Dudley, 29 April 2007 free - 2:30pm - 7:30pm - The Copthorne Hotel, The Waterfront, Level Street, Dudley DY5 1UR. In an age when the public practice of any faith is increasingly undermined, understanding the value of faith in today’s society is vital. With Dr Brian Walker, Director of Religions for Peace and Diocesan and Deanery Synod member of the Church of England, Yahya Birt, National Director of the British Muslim charity The City Circle and Rabbi Leonard Tann from the Birmingham Hebrew Congregation. Also Joy Madeiros from the Oasis Trust and Nuzhat Ali, educationalist and co-founder of the Meezan Consultancy discuss the application of faith in tackling some of today’s social maladies. ‘What better way to end a thought provoking and inspiring day, in the spirit of mutual respect, tolerance and understanding, than to share a (3-course) meal together?’ For details visit http://www.an-nisaa.org.uk/leaflet/influencingsocialchange-flyer.pdf  For a booking form to be returned completed by 22nd April 2007 visit http://www.an-nisaa.org.uk/leaflet/influencingsocialchange_bookingform

Janet Church

FaithAction

 Come to Revival Fires Healing Week from 18 - 21 April 2007
With Bill & Gwen Prankard and Trevor & Sharon Baker.

Encounter the Supernatural Power of God to heal ALL diseases, release oppression and cleanse every sickness. Bill and Gwen’s wide experience alongside their powerful, up-to-date testimonies of God’s physical healing in people’s lives will inspire and equip you to carry out the commission Jesus gave in Matthew 10:8 “Heal the sick”! Move into healing and miracles in your life, and grow in faith to see God heal through you as well!

Please register at the door upon arrival. £30 for single registration, £50 for couples, or £15 per day. Evenings are open to all. Wed at 7.30pm, Thurs - Sat at 10.30am, 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Held at The Apostolic Resource Centre, 117 - 120 Wolverhampton Street, Dudley, DY1 3AL

 

Tony Wastall from King’s Community Church, Wolverhampton, has just published his second book!
Entitled “From Home to the Throne” it traces the story of Joseph through the four houses he lived in to become governor of Egypt. Tony demonstrates how our own lives overlay Joseph’s life in God’s purpose to have a people ruling and reigning in Christ.
 
 

 UCB/Book of Hope Alliance        

God’s word, every child 

 United Christian Broadcasters, one of the UK’s leading Christian media charities, today announces a strategic partnership with Book of Hope International to bring God’s word to every child across the UK and Ireland.

For more information see [click]

Healing School with Rev. Mike Harris 3rd-6th May 2007

Mike will be conducting a ‘healing school’ at Zion Christian Centre, Little Cornbow, Halesowen, West Midlands from the 3rd to the 6th May 2007.

Times are as follows

3rd May – 7pm registration for a 7.30pm start
4th May – 7.30pm
5th May – 9am-5pm

Cost: £15 per person

There will also be a healing/miracle service on Sunday 6th May at 6.30pm which is open to all.

For more information contact Zion on:

0121 501 3542 or mail@zionnetwork.org

Mike works with the organisation IMS, for more details contact:
0121 585 5374 or email mharris@imsmission.org 
Web: www.imsmission.org

CREATION VS. EVOLUTION DAY

SATURDAY 28TH APRIL, 11am - 4.30pm

WILLIAM STREET CHURCH (off Moor Street)

BRIERLEY HILL, DY5 3XH

ADMISSION FREE. BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH

FURTHER DETAILS CALL JEREMY ON 07847 183330

Alpha on the Wrens Nest (Dudley)

 Dudley Christian Fellowship is bringing the Alpha Course to the Wren’s Nest estate this month in a new move to bring the gospel to the neighbourhood.  There is a lot of need on the Wren’s Nest estate and we have been praying and involved here in some way for many years now.  We now feel it’s right to step our witness up a gear so we’ve booked up the Wren’s Nest Community Centre for ten weeks. 

We’d really appreciate your prayers for us in this venture. The Wren’s Nest Alpha course is kicking off on Monday nights from 16th April 2007.  It takes place in the Wren's Nest Community Centre in Summer Road.  For more information, visit the website: http://www.alphawrensnest.co.uk or call Hughie Treasure on 07963 789610.

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