Jojo's sharing at One Heart

I think the past 6 months have really been an exciting journey for NG3. I believe God is maturing our people by helping them see Him within the different stages of their lives.

I see NG3 as a family, where we've experienced many of the same things that a real family experiences. As I look back, I see how we were there at each other's important moments and stages in life. Many of us were together in the student group, where we saw different ones reach their graduation. We were there when they started going out with someone. We have seen their courtship period and then their wedding. We were with them as their married life started off, when they bought their first house & finally now some have come to their have their first child...and life goes on. So it's been a great journey and there is still so much more to share in. On top of this we look forward to seeing many more new ones coming into this family and deciding to walk with God alongside the rest of us.

A brief synopsis of the past semester for NG3. We praise God for our unit getaway in August that brought the unit even closer together. It's the 3rd one we've had now. We are excited to see new members rising up to serve in LG and our church, showing their commitment to God. They are so full of potential. We are joyous at the arrival of the 2 newborns (Alethea Chen & Nathan Eng) and the fact that since September both they and their parents have been able to join our LG regularly. Also this semester we've been encouraging the members to grow in community work. So in September, a group of 10 of us decided to sponsor a child through compassion and also this year we have had the most number of people signed up to volunteer for C4K. We pray this heart for the community will continue to grow in our group.

God has placed many wonderful people in this group. I especially thank the leaders too - Grace, Neekee, Steph & Peter for being excellent examples in caring for their people and loving God. They do so much for the group and i can't imagine the group without them. God has also given us great JGs to support NG3, ones that are humble, talented and passionate like Suh Chyi, Leann & Joel. They bring much joy, support and excitement to the team. Together God has given us a great team to grow NG3 together. And as things become more challenging we see that there is so much more that we can do for God. But we are determined to have the same attitude to these challenges as Abraham Lincoln, who said:-

"The dogmas of the quiet past are inadequate to the stormy present. The occasion is piled high with difficulty, and we must rise with the occasion. As our case is new, so we must think anew, and act anew."

As we look for new ideas through prayer and surrender to God I know we shall not fail. For with Him on our side...all things are possible.

Welcome to Drewvale for Lifegroup

NG3 will have our 1st LG at Suh Chyi and her sisters place on the 13 Nov'09
We'll be in Drewvale this time. A new suburb to explore!
It's be very close to the Eng's and Jaevis's place.

So let's come together and celebrate God's love & presence in this new home.

If anyone has transportation issues, feel free to ask for help from your LG leaders Grace, Peter or Neekee.

LG starts as usual at 6:45pm. Do bring a dish to share for dinner.

Address: 34 Muscari Cres, Drewvale, Q4116

NG Celebration LG - Beloved


Come together to pray and celebrate God's goodness in building, maturing and growing NG. Everyone is welcomed. It'll be a great time to meet with God & see the extended family God has placed you in.

Light breakfast will be provided
Date: 24th Oct 2009 (Sat)

Time: 9:30am - 12pm

Venue: St Matthew's Anglican Church

869 Logan Road, Holland Park

(cnr Logan Road & Swain Street, Holland Park)

Why is Lifegroup important to us?


Lifegroup creates a place for us 20 to 30-somethings to grow in friendship
and study as we reach out to impact our community. It's a place where we learn from our leaders as well as each other through sharing experiences, serving one another and knowing God more through studying Him. God has asks us in Hebrews " Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another..."

LG is a place of WE, not ME. It's where we can help foster deeper relationship with each other which is not possible during church mornings alone. It also gives us the opportunity to start serving God with our skills and talents too, learning from others and having fun trying out things you may not have the opportunity to do so at church. It's also an oppotunity for us to help others grow & fit into our NG3 family.

So I encourage us all to see lifegroup as a time we can all give as well as receive from God. To seek to bless, as well as be blessed during our Friday evenings together. Let's set aside Friday evenings to be together as often as we can.
See you all there..

Love,
Jojo

Christmas 4 Kids Donation Drive

Make a contribution of $25 to 'Make a Kid's Christmas' or
Buy a present for a child @ $10
Donate online @ www.handsofhope.org.au or visit our donation booth at the foyer after service.

NG Men & Women's Night

It's a time to be inspired and motivated again of God's call upon our lives.
Let us not just be satisfied with our worldly blessings but seek to find out what God wants your life to truly be about. There'll ice-breakers, worship sessions, powerful sharing, altar calls and great fellowship.

Date: 30th Oct 2009 (Friday)
Time: 7-9pm
Venue: Greenslopes Hall, Cnr Dunellan & Henry St, Greenslopes
Guest speakers: Ps Lance & Belle Wolter

Touching Heaven, Touching Deep
Hope Church, Brisbane fortnighly prayer meeting

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What a beautiful day. It's great to be alive! Thought: What is God keeping you alive for?
(Joshua 14:140)

Date: Tuesday 13th October...thats tonight!
Time: 7:00pm till 8:45pm
Place: Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba

All are welcomed!

Jessene's Birthday & Farewell Party

Do come and celebrate with our dear sister her birthday and also to wish her well in her return to Singapore. We all love her joyful spirit, kind heart, love for God and passion for His people don't we? So we know wherever she goes she'll bring that 'frangrance' with her and bless those round and about her. We shall miss her so...

Jess' party will be at:-
Venue: 67 Samba Place, Underwood
Time: 5pm
Date: 17th Oct 2009
-Please bring a dish to share-

RSVP with Steph by tonight

C4K update


Many of us were unable to make it to the induction for C4K on Saturday, due to the wedding. But don't worry, as your team leaders will be in touch with you shortly. If you have any questions, please ask Grace Tan.

For those who are yet to finish applying the blue cards, please bring along your forms & ID on Friday for Jojo to view & sign. Those who have finished filling them up, please don't forget to post them off.

You've also been allocated to your departments by now. Please check your email from the C4K committee to see which dept you've been assigned to.

Last LG at 66 Nursery Ave

This Friday will be the last time we'll be having our LG at this venue. The next time we have LG it'll be at Suh Chyi's new place. We thank Suh Chyi and her sisters for their generosity in opening up their home for us to use. Her address will be posted up soon. We shall have our first LG there on the 13th November '09. It's such an encouragement and blessing when people of share God's blessing with others around them. Let us all strive to grow in that.

NG Celebration LG - Beloved


Come together to pray and celebrate God's goodness in building, maturing and growing NG. Everyone is welcomed. It'll be a great time to meet with God & see the extended family God has placed you in.

Light breakfast will be provided
Date: 24th Oct 2009 (Sat)
Time: 9:30am - 12pm

NG Men & Women's Night

It's a time to be inspired and motivated again of God's call upon our lives.
Let us not just be satisfied with our worldly blessings but seek to find out what God wants your life to truly be about. There'll ice-breakers, worship sessions, powerful sharing, altar calls and great fellowship.

Date: 30th Oct 2009 (Friday)
Time: 7-9pm
Venue: Greenslopes Hall, Cnr Dunellan & Henry St, Greenslopes
Guest speakers: Ps Lance & Belle Wolter

Joel & Leann's Wedding

"Love is the expansion of two natures in such a fashion that each includes the other, each is enriched by the other "- Felix Adler

What a beautiful and creative wedding Joel & Leann Sim crafted. Their love for each other and others around them made this a truly memorable day for them and also for all of us who were there. Surely God's love was made tangible through the love that was in the air that night.
We wish them a wonderful honeymoon and life together ahead.

They'll be back with us in November and we shall miss them so.

ps..Leann and Joel, do keep in touch.

16th Church Anniversary


The best Church Anniversary yet, Hope Church, Brisbane's 16th Anniversary. There were performances from Morning service, Afternoon Service (a hilarious one), Ablaze service, WAM dancers and choir (Man in the mirror by Michael Jackson). We now also know the new name for our church - Hope Church, Brisbane and an inspiring logo to go with it. To top it up, quite a few of us went for supper afterwards.

It's been a great journey our church has been through and it's all because you're all here to be part of it's history and future. Let's walk bravely with God into the future as
His True Disciples, growing, maturing and bearing fruit in our lives.

NOTE: Below is additional explanation of the new logo from H.I.M. website :

Our new visual identity reflects our foundation in Christ and his transforming love as depicted in the Ichthus and the Cross. It is our vision to bring this message to the ends of the earth, seen here in the four corners of the globe. We are the messengers, the disciples of Christ symbolised by the 12 rays fulfilling the Great Commission at the dawn of each new day with renewed hope; which is denoted by the rising sun.
“For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favour and honour…”Psalm 84:11a

In line with the launch, we also reviewed our Mission Statement so as to convey that same spirit and commitment that have fired our hearts the last 20 years in a more contemporary wording.

Our updated Mission Statement now reads:

Fulfilling the Great Commission
by raising Christ-centred disciples
to plant vibrant, biblical churches
in our city, country and all over the world

The new name, new look and new wordings all point us to one unchanging core – we remain committed to fully engage ourselves in the Great Commission!

C4K Sign Up
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Praise God for the many who signed up for C4K this year at the last NG3 LG. This will make it a great outing time for NG3, where we can all grow in our heart to bless our community.
Let's be reminded again what Jesus said in Matthew 22 and Isaiah in Isaiah 49:

"37Jesus replied: " 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.'[a] 38This is the first and greatest commandment. 39And the second is like it: 'Love your neighbor as yourself.'[b] 40All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.“ Matt 22:37-40

"13Heavens, raise the roof! Earth, wake the dead!
Mountains, send up cheers!
God has comforted his people.
He has tenderly nursed his beaten-up, beaten-down people" Isaiah 49:13

For those that may have missed out at LG, please let Jojo or Grace know if you're interested and we'll see if the C4K committee can do with more help.

Welcome back Allister!
Our brother Allister is back briefly. And he's back so he can bless his dear friends Daniel & Karen, and Joel and Leann, by attending their wedding. On top of that, he came to LG once he touched down in Brisbane last Friday.
Allister will be off for another 3 months at NT, and be back around January 2010. So do welcome him back warmly to Brisbane and feel free to bless him with anything that could help him cure his boredom overthere such as good books, dvds, music etc...also please pray for him always God's word instructs us to for our Christian family in Ephesians 6:18.
Allister will be flying off after Sunday.

City Bible Forum

Topic: Only the good die young


A more terrible truism couldn't exist. Terrible not in the sense of a terrible cliche but terrible by its very truth. In our world young and innocent people seem to die but the wicked, malevolent, greedy and powerful prosper. The Bible recognises this terrible truth and how it tears at our very souls. Is there an answer? Why is it that many who ought not to prosper do but those that we would all hope to prosper don't? This next talk will explore these issues.

Now at two venues in the CBD Tuesday 6th October
Bleeding Heart Galleryt, 166 Ann St. Time: 12:30-1:15pm OR Tuesday 13th October
Level 5, Sebel Suites, Cnr of Albert and Charlotte St Time: 12:30-1:15pm

NG3 LG venue change
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In November, NG3 will no longer hold LG in 66 Nursery Ave.
So we're looking for a new venue. Do pray with us as we make the move. We're looking for a new home where we can come together to fellowship and praise God each Friday. If you have any suggestions please let Jojo or Neekee know.

But let's take the opportunity to thank the residents of the house who have so warmly welcomed us each week and kept the house looking great each time we arrive. Thank you Suh Chyi, Leann, Su Giin, Anne and Su Reen for your hospitality.

16th Church Anniversary

Everyone is invited to come and join us at our annual church anniversary celebration. Invite your friends to come too to see what a good God we have. It's a great time where we praise God for helping us grow to be where we are throughout the16 years. The night will be filled with God's people showcasing the gifts and talents God's blessed them with and how they can in return bless the church and the community. There'll also be testimonies about what God has done through this church for the people of Brisbane. Most importantly there'll also be a time where we worship Him and give Him all the glory.
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Date: Saturday, 3rd Oct

Venue: Cannon Hill Anglican College

Service starts at 6.30pm

(Click on image to go to googlemaps)

Address: 189 Junction Rd, Cannon Hill QLD 4170
(Cnr of Junction Rd and Krupp Rd)

Christmas 4 Kids
Dearest NG3,

Sign up by 30th September to volunteer for C4K this year. This is a great event that will bring you great satisfaction and bless God's heart who loves His little ones and their families so.
Don't worry if you don't have blue card yet. We'll help everyone apply for one on Friday. You can also get your forms from Grace tomorrow at the birthday bash.



Their website is www.c4k.net.au

Leann & Joel's Saturday

What a wonderful day it was last Saturday celebrating with our dear brother and sister. We celebrated the end of their singlehood lives, the wonderful friendships they have and the beckoning of a new seasn for them. Many were there for the bucks day out and the bridal shower (high tea style). Everyone enjoyed the company of the beloved couple and the wonderful day organized by Shimei (maid-of-honour) and Jaevis (bestman).

NG3 LG venue change
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In November, NG3 will no longer hold LG in 66 Nursery Ave.
So we're looking for a new venue. Do pray with us as we make the move. We're looking for a new home where we can come together to fellowship and praise God each Friday. If you have any suggestions please let Jojo or Neekee know.

But let's take the opportunity to thank the residents of the house who have so warmly welcomed us each week and kept the house looking great each time we arrive. Thank you Suh Chyi, Leann, Su Giin, Anne and Su Reen for your hospitality.

Touching Heaven, Touching Deep

Date: Tuesday 22nd September...thats tonight!
Time: 7:00pm till 8:45pm
Place: Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba

See you there!

Happy Birthday

to all those in born in Spring- September and October

We are holding a BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION for all those born in these two months
They are Samuel, Nicole, Daniel & Hannah

God desires His people (that's us) to celebrate His goodness and love always. One of the ways is by showing love and appreciation for someone at birthday. For God's gift of life to our dear brothers and sisters are precious and we should all be part of that celebration together. Let us be there to laugh, to cry, to encourage and to rejoice with them!

For His words says in Romans 12: 15:

"Rejoice with those who rejoice...."

Date: 29th September

Venue: Runcorn Tavern (website)
124 Gowan Rd
Runcorn 4113

Time: 7:00-8:30pm

Dress code: Green + blue (Spring colours)

RSVP with Peter or Jojo by 28th of Sept (Sunday)

Compassion

Hi all,

Praise the Lord for moving hearts to help the poor. Some of your brothers and sisters in Christ has decided to be part of the solution in sponsoring a child through Compassion. We're answering God's call in Psalms 82 to "defend the cause of the weak and fatherless; to maintain the rights of the poor and oppressed, to rescue the weak and needy and deliver them from the hand of the wicked." Again God reminds us in Isaiah 58:6-9 (MSG):-

^6-9"This is the kind of fast day I'm after:
to break the chains of injustice,
get rid of exploitation in the workplace,
free the oppressed,
cancel debts.
What I'm interested in seeing you do is:
sharing your food with the hungry,
inviting the homeless poor into your homes,
putting clothes on the shivering ill-clad,
being available to your own families.
Do this and the lights will turn on,
and your lives will turn around at once.
Your righteousness will pave your way.
The God of glory will secure your passage.
Then when you pray, God will answer.
You'll call out for help and I'll say, 'Here I am.'
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About Jyoti A

Name:	Jyoti A
Gender:	Female
Country:	India
Date of Birth:	5 Jul 2000

Jyoti lives with her father and her mother. Her duties at home include carrying water and buying or selling in the market. There are 5 children in the family. Her father occasionally works as a labourer and her mother maintains the home. Due to low income her family struggles to survive.For fun, Jyoti enjoys playing house, hide and seek and playing group games. She attends church activities regularly and is in primary school where she is making steady progress.Your love and support help Jyoti to receive the assistance she needs to develop her potential. Please pray for her.

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We'll be going with the basic sponsorship which will cost $44p/month, which is $528 a year.
Feel free to ask me any questions you may have about this.

For more info..go to http://www.compassion.com.au/

Volunteer for C4K

Want to make a difference in your community? Want to give back to those around you? Then volunteer for Christmas 4 Kids. There are several areas in which you can choose to volunteer for. So put up your hands and volunteer to help out for Christmas 4 Kids today.

To see how to apply for blue card click here
For C4K website click here

Any questions about signing up for C4K, please see Grace Tan

Welcome Back Leann
Our dear missy Leann Loo is back from her speedy trip to hometown Malaysia to decide and work out final details for her wedding. Praise God for His goodness, we heard her trip was a success. We're glad to have you back in our midst. Your smiles and caring ways were missed. Thank you for being a blessing to NG3. See you on Friday Leann.

Christmas 4 Kids

Dearest NG3,

Sign up for C4K this year to make a difference to bless others in the community as God has blessed you so richly this year in many, many ways. We're all goin to sign up as a family in NG3 this year. All you need is willingness and a blue card. Ask Grace or Jojo for more info about blue card.

Their website is www.c4k.net.au

Happy Birthday
to all those in born in Spring- September and October

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We are holding a BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION for all those born in these two months
They are Samuel, Daniel, Hannah & Nicole.

God desires His people (that's us) to celebrate His goodness and love always. One of the ways is by showing love and appreciation for someone at birthday. For God's gift of life to our dear brothers and sisters are precious and we should all be part of that celebration together. Let us be there to laugh, to cry, to encourage and to rejoice with them!

For His words says in Romans 12: 15:

"Rejoice with those who rejoice...."

Date: 29th September

Venue: Runcorn Tavern (website)
124 Gowan Rd
Runcorn 4113
Queensland

Time: 7:00-8:30pm

Dress code: Green + blue (Spring colours)

City Bible Forum

Topic: Jesus hung out to dry

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Entrance : FREE

Tuesday 8th September - Bleeding Heart Galleryt, 166 Ann St.
Time: 12:30-1:15pm

Tuesday 15th September - Level 5, Sebel Suites, Cnr of Albert and Charlotte St
Time: 12:30-1:15pm



Synopsis of talk

If you have ever read or even dabbled in the the biographies about Jesus life, Matthew, Mark, Luke or John from the Bible, it quickly becomes obvious that Jesus is in control of any and every situation.
In the midst of religious debate he wins the argument every time.
When confronted by unruly mobs or dangerous spiritual forces they always blink first and he comes out on top.
Even a raging storm, doesn't raise an eyebrow.
Jesus seems to be in control in every situation. Yet he ends up dead, crucified by the Romans as a public criminal.
So, how exactly did he end up the cross?

Did he lose his way?
Did he lose control?
Did he cross someone he really shouldn't have?
Did he overreach himself?

And in the midst of all this, where was the God who he seemed to trust in so much and called others to trust in above all else.
What was going on when Jesus died on the cross?
Was he hung out to dry by God?

Touching Heaven, Touching Deep

Date: Tuesday 8th Sept...thats tonight!
Time: 7:00pm till 8:45pm
Place: Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
Come together to be ministered to & to interceede for your lifegroup & church

Amazing I-Race Update

Hi all,

Amazing I-race is around the corner. Some people may not be familiar with the reality TV show. So I’ve taken the liberty of adding these links

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8jvRGQ48vE&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKSJkiTQRw0&NR=1

Please bear in mind that these are only examples – we will not be racing around the world, in unfamiliar culture and totally different language.

We will however be going around Brisbane city on foot in a 3-person team completing task for a MAXIMUM of 2 hours.

Starting point will be http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=george+and+alice+street,+brisbane&sll=-25.335448,135.745076&sspn=24.566963,56.513672&ie=UTF8&ll=-27.47477,153.027234&spn=0.011841,0.027595&z=15&iwloc=A&layer=c&cbll=-27.474637,153.027106&panoid=PeyX6h_069VbHKhdSMAfcw&cbp=12,216.95,,0,3.04

Because that day coincides with River Fire, Brisbane city will be a buzz with activities and that’s one of the reasons for the early start (8.30am) so be punctual, otherwise the race will start without you.

So invite your friends, colleagues, relatives or neighbours (i.e. basically anyone). This will be a great opportunity to forge new friendships and have fun at the same time. For $8, it’s a bargain with food and prizes. With a little bit of agility, team work, communication, powers of observations and tinge of luck, who knows, you’ll may be crowned NewGen 2009 – Amazing Racer of the Year. Wow, just the title alone is a mouthful.

Regards,

neekee

A Letter from Allister...

My daily routine at the Alumina refinery:

Early in the morning, I wake up to a cold air-con room. I set my alarm at 5am, 5.15am and 5.30am for a, before 6am rise. While washing up, turn on the news for SBS news, Skynews and BBC news. Change to my uniform and then leave my room for breakfast. Later take the bus at 6.25am for a 20min ride to the refinery. At the mine site, I have to wear goggles, hard hats and sometimes ear plugs for safety. Go to my office start work at 7am and finish at 3.30pm and that is my day. When I come back to my “bunk”, I will change to my running gear and start running. As hot as it may be, the sweat and pain actually help me not to rely on myself but on God to sustain me throughout each run. It helps keep me alive and refresh. In the weekends, other than going to the church, I would stay in my room watching TV and do some reading.

Hi there, it seems like there are some key events that I have missed i.e. “In His Steps” getaway, bb Nathan Eng arriving into this world and the Aug babes b’days. I am currently living like a hermit now and super-bored but don’t worry, it’s not the first time and I promise I won’t go crazy, haha. I still had the farewell gift you have given me and it is on my table, thanks for that. Whenever I look at it, I would remember the time we have spent early this year, remembering the morning sky and rainbow. Keeps me sane and reminds me that God is always with us no matter where we are. Well I am beginning to miss brissy now but I will be coming back for short stint soon, so wait for my return, cya!

Christmas 4 Kids

Hello NG3,

Do sign up for this event as it's really a blessing to the community of Inala. It's a fun community event for all. If in doubt which department to join, help Grace out with the presents. It's such a joy to see the kids blessed. Everyone can help out, all you need is a blue card. For more info read on...

Here are some old pictures of this event taken by Joel last year.

The annual "Christmas 4 Kids" event organised by Hands of Hope will be held on 5th December this year. The organisers are now recruiting volunteers for the event. For more information about C4K or to sign up as a volunteer, please visit www.c4k.net.au.

When: 5th December (Saturday) from 10am to 2pm

Where: Inala State High School, Inala Heights

Please note that a blue card is required in order to serve as a volunteer. Application form can be downloaded from the following website. For those who have a current blue card, please check the expiry date to ensure it will be in date at the time of the event this year. Renewal form can also be downloaded from the website.

http://education.qld.gov.au/hr/recruitment/teaching/pdfs/blue-card-volunteer-form.pdf

FATHER'S DAY

It's a special Sunday dedicated for all the Dads!
Invite your Dad to church as we celebrate together and
appreciate our dads.

Morning Service: 10am
Afternoon Service: 3.30pm
Venue: Steele Building, UQ, St Lucia Campus

Start PRAYING & INVITING your mates to this!

Register now with Suh Chyi for $8 (inc. food, prizes and the Race)

Why i-week?

To reveal authentic relationship in the Christian community
To foster team work between members in a lifegroup
To allow inter friendships to develop between our visitors
To work together to preach the good news

"Sing to the LORD, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day" Ps 96.2

"I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes:..."Ro 1:16

A HUGE thanks to all...

Hello all,

Thank you for a great getaway. Everyone's effort made a great difference to the getaway.

Thank you Peter & Joel for the great program
Thank you team leaders (Jaevis, Jess, Joel & Hannah) for stepping up to your role in guiding your team
Thanks to Jess for her great effort in the encouragement bowl
Thank you Neekee, Grace, Stephanie, Peter & Jojo for the teaching
Thank you Wei Hoong & Julie for the delicious food
Thank you Suh Chyi & Sara for interceeding for the getaway
Thank you Neekee & Steph for the games & presentation
Thank you Grace for being so efficient with the finance & registration

Here's the link to more of our getaway pictures..

http://ng3.walkinhope.com/gallery/album/2009/UG09/index.html

2 CAN APPEAL

The financial crisis is creating new middle class stress, with more couples and families seeking assistance and Hostel dwellers and people in low cost accommodation need more help.
CityCare has increased services by 40%.

Right now, CityCare needs over 25,000 cans of tinned food and require rice, pastas and long life food.

Start collecting your cans now.
Visit www.citycare.org.au or call 3112 1200 for drop off locations.