Greetings, friends, members and supporters of our church at Clevedon, Kawakawa Bay, Orere Point, Conifer Grove, Takanini, and in the southern part of Auckland – and beyond. The Peace of Christ be with you! Let us Pray Jesus, we give thanks for those who have helped us when we have been weighed down. - when worry, grief or fear has pressed too heavily upon us. We thank you for the help of friends, family and counsellors, and for the blessings we receive from the beauty around us. In Christ’s name. AMEN   Burdens I have been enjoying walking through Cornwell Park and up to the top of One Tree Hill/Maungakeikei, each Saturday. It is a popular walk, and I am always noticing new things: the large pockets of kauri trees, and the number of pheasants that populate the area.   Last weekend, just as I reached the top, I saw this group of young Niueans carrying these very heavy posts. They said they were “in training” but I didn’t manage to find out what they were in training for. One or two seemed to be carrying the post alone, but most shared the burden.   Heavy loads. Our Scriptures make numerous mentions of the loads and burdens that we carry. Jesus was especially critical of the hypocrisy of those who place burdens on the shoulders of others: Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples, 2 ‘The scribes and the Pharisees sit on Moses’ seat; 3 therefore, do whatever they teach you and follow it; but do not do as they do, for they do not practise what they teach. 4 They tie up heavy burdens, hard to bear, and lay them on the shoulders of others; but they themselves are unwilling to lift a finger to move them. (Matthew 23) He offers the promise of release from the burdens that become too heavy to bear. 28 ‘Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.’  (Matthew 11) Paul, in Galatians 6, encourages us with these words: My friends, if anyone is detected in a transgression, you who have received the Spirit should restore such a one in a spirit of gentleness. Take care that you yourselves are not tempted. Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfil the law of Christ. Let us pray Dear God, we are mindful today of those who carry the burdens created by war, by natural disaster and the impacts of hunger and illness. We pray for those whose worlds have been darkened by grief or worry. Please help us to know your freedom and peace. And to be your gentle workers in bringing restoration to those who are weighed down. In Christ’s name. AMEN   Our Notices Church Budget Approval Meeting Tonight. May 28th 7 pm in the Clevedon Church lounge. Please join us for this congregational meeting to approve the 2024-25 budgets. This is a great opportunity to find out more about where the money comes from – and goes - and to have your say in our planned expenditure and priorities for the coming year. (if you can, please bring a copy of the budget that has been sent out)   Men’s Group. Come along for fellowship, discussion and prayer. 7.30 pm each Wednesday in the Clevedon Church lounge.   Youth Group. Clevedon Youth Group Friday, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at 87 Settlement Road, Papakura. Games, devotions, small group discussions, and, of course, food! Bring your friends. The group is open to all Year 7 – 13 young people.  To find out more, or if you need a ride, please contact Paia on 027 724 2100. Coming up - Bonfire Night on June 15th  and a Movie Night on June 22nd.    HATCH – our community dinner and church continues on the Sunday 9th of June at 5 pm. All welcome. Please let Mathilde know if you are coming. mathilde@clevedonpresy.co.nz Tuesday Morning Home Group. Ardmore 10 am. All are welcome to join with this very friendly and welcoming group for prayer, discussion and Bible readings. Please contact Bev Sutton for details: 027 3107 421 Tuesday Evening Ladies Bible Study meets during the school term in locations in Ardmore and Conifer Grove. 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm. If you would like to find out more, please give Geraldine Oosterbeek a call on 027-2704-904 Prayer Circle Requests. For anyone who is seeking prayer for any concern or situation: prayercircle.clevedonpresy@gmail.com or text: Cath at 021 349 417, Elaine 022 071 7201, or Nikki 021 973 799 AA - every Thursday at 7.30 pm at the Clevedon Church lounge. Friendly and supportive. For anyone with alcohol or drug problems.  https://aa.org.nz/ Sunday Services and activities: Clevedon Church Sunday morning service at 10 am. Join us in person or watch the live stream on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxBzxjBb3xU8ra2NHwvD_9A (The service can also be viewed at any time afterwards.) Prayer before the Service. Join us at 9:15 am every Sunday in Martin's office to pray for the church and community.  St Aidan’s Takanini (23 Walter Stevens Drive, Conifer Grove,)  Sunday morning service at 10 am Playgroup - Every Monday and Tuesday morning in the school term.  Contact Brenda at 021 657 178. Men’s group. Tuesdays at 7 pm in the Church lounge. A time of sharing, fellowship, prayer and study together. Wednesday Communion service 9.30 am. All welcome Women's friendship and study group. Evening group, Wednesday, 7 pm.  Day group, Friday 10 am. Contact Lorraine Richmond at 027 476 1169 Know your Bible Women’s study group. Thursday 12.30-2.30 pm. Contact Susanna Ph. 027 450 1926  Kawakawa Bay The service is held in the Community Hall each Sunday at 9.30 am. Playgroup each Wednesday from 8 am in the Community Hall Thank you for your prayers and generous support of our church and its mission. Martin Plan Ahead - and some resources: Sunday 16 June, 1.30 pm – “On Your Bike!” – Jazz and Music Theatre. The cool scene of Jazz and Stage cruises into town with the return of the Max Crook Jazz Ensemble and rising Music Theatre talent. Refreshments. Koha entrance.  See Gina or contact on enquiries@cvmft.org Ph: 2928047 Right Now Media. We have recently purchased a church subscription for this extensive library of video resources suitable for small groups, teaching and education. Please use this link to take a look at the library for your personal or group use: https://app.rightnowmedia.org/join/clevedonpresbyterian . We are trialling this subscription to find out how many people might benefit. If you do make use of it could you let Martin know?  (martin@clevedonpresy.co.nz)

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