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Can it get any better than this?

What a powerful year!

The answer is yes, for our eyes have seen a glimpse of the Glory of God. There is always more!

Apostolic Revival was our theme which was once again God breathed and prophetic in its out-working. As never before,
teams have gone out to far flung places to minister powerfully. Broken Hill, Milingimbi, Ti Tree, Philippines leadership school,
Philippines again, Albury, Mexico (a contingent joining the Beards), National Convention input, Culcairn and others were
powerfully touched by revival fervour. The young people continue to be on fire for God and throw themselves whole-heartedly
into prayer, events and trips to empower others in the Spirit.

Regionally, we have tended to have more input into regional events and run some of the larger events. There were: SYA
encounter camp, and events (also sowing ministry into Diggerland), PMF – women’s Refresh conference and Riverfest (also
with Roma Waterman), and carols each year.

In house we also had: our inaugural variety night for chaplaincy which also networks with the entertain-ment community; Zoe
– Melissa Ohden event, which was excellent in positioning and propelling this ministry forward; the in augural International
Night which was also very effective in reaching into the different cultures around us with great promise for future events and
connections. Within and between all these events is the power of God, to reveal, heal, equip and redirect our lives. I will
include a couple of personal testimonies with this report as I hope will be done with all the other reports.

At oversight level we achieved all of our goals to some degree including: transitioning Robinvale to Mario and Laura who
have grown the church further already; seeing Merbein planted; and evaluated the Ti Tree outreach and raised it to church
plant status; formalising and constituting it. Praise the Lord!

We are also meeting a development goal for kidz church wet area, and aircons for the North end of the building, and have
a contract to purchase property as part of a long running equity development decision that will assist toward increasing our
equity for future development next door on Ilex Street. The building is the redeveloped former surgery further down at 6 Ilex
Street. We developed an assistant/ executive role for Ruth Tankard to Co-ordinate our major events, and she has been sitting
in on most Oversight meetings and contributing excellently and doing what she can. However, we have not been able to
employ her the day a week we envisaged to do this job properly. In fact at the close of the 3rd quarter offerings were down
17% on the same period the year before, while average attendance is up, and therefore expenses are up.

We are looking at better ways of communicating giving levels against current budget and next stage of vision budget on a
quarterly basis, and encouraging people to organise their giving by netbank so that they do not lose track of it if they are
travelling for example. We had a major goal to prepare for our international mission endeavour to plant churches overseas
requiring me to travel significantly to achieve this.

The project achieved for this year was to raise an initial $50k to assist with travel and full time coverage; as I am technically
only part time employed but can’t do the other block work whilst overseas. The team created very nice wax sealed covenants
to commemorate this day, and a book of remembrance for those that made this work possible.

Our oversight team consisting of Bruce, Andre and Roland, always functions beautifully. Ruth Tankard has sat in on most
meetings to develop her role. We have invited all of our pastors to visit oversight meetings for experience and input on a
sensible basis. Some have made use of the opportunity and benefited from it. While it takes half a day per month for the team
members, we are able to also put significant prayer in together, and prophesy over the various areas of our church together.
It is a monthly prayer meeting I highly value.

This house is our home. Unless God sent you, you would not want to be anywhere else. Everyone who leads and serves
and reaches out and gives and prays and worships is building a house for God to dwell in. A little bit of heaven on earth. Amen

Pastor BruceThank you one and all.

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TESTIMONYBY THE WORD OF THEIR

1 I have to give God the glory for something I did
not realise the significance of. The attached
photo’s show the damage in my shoulder that
occurred as a result of a dislocation in a football
tackle when I was 19.

As a uni student I was penniless and the system was
different then. I just put my arm in a sling for a year!

After a year I responded to a word of knowledge and on the inside
experienced instant significant improvement. I testified
to my friend with whom I had been playing left handed
squash (both of us – he was right handed too – bless
him) and he immediately challenged me to a right
handed game.

Amazingly, after a year of not using the arm I was able to
play as badly as I ever did; he always beat me anyway!

However the shoulder was never perfect and gave me
trouble over the years. I had it checked a few times and
always the operation was expensive, a long wait, and a
long recovery.

Finally this year we decided it was the right time and
everything fell in to place for a very cheap operation as
a private patient (the anaesthetist only charged me $400
for example) with a 3 week wait.

When they woke me up I had no pain what so ever, on the outside
which I can only attribute to the prayers of the saints.

The only pain I have had is: opening the wound on day 1 2
banging into a door frame, which I put down to stupidity; On the Friday of the show I arrived
tripping over a couple of kids crossing in front of me and home and became very “flu-like” ill.
crashing into the church wall on my shoulder at Zion Jeremy was visiting, and I had just
during prophetic mayhem instigated by Rebekah, which spoken maybe an hour with him and had to go to bed.
again I have to put down to stupidity, physio which is
normal; and putting my right leg over first and therefore Little did I know this was the start of a small nightmare
tripping over a barbed wire fence gouging my side and lasting about 10 days.
landing on my shoulder, which I again put down to
stupidity.

Otherwise the progress is great! I am told pain is a big I would wake up in the morning fine and go about my
part of shoulder operations but apart from injuries I have day. When the time came to relax I would virtually
had none. collapse with heavy flu like pains all over my body,

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skin, eyes, headache etc in a way that seemed to be After a while Marg moved around a bit and then I started
continually moving. to feel worse again. I witnessed something and said
“Have you changed hands?”, which it turns out she had;
Once on the way to Tulla airport after a great day I began to read her book, I think.
collapse and was cramping in the plane and was forced
to go to bed. Another time I sat too long at lunch time and After getting the right hand back I again began to rapidly
could not get up and get going. improve. It seemed about 10-15 minutes and I was totally
back to normal.
In short, I was fine so long as I did not stop work, and
when I did collapse I woke up ready to go every morning I tested everything. No pain. I sat up and ravenously ate
as though nothing had happened. my cold meal. I set up my laptop and we watched

On the last night I groaned all the way home from work at video show, and slept soundly without a recurrence to
8pm on October 26th. I was thinking, ‘if only I can get to this day.
bed I will be alright’. So I went straight to bed.
Additionally I noticed the next day that I had almost the
Marg brought my tea, but I had no strength and no desire full range of motion back in my arm whereas I had been
to eat it. In her many comings and goings she asked if unable to lift it over my head to that point.
she should take it as it was now cold.
It seems as good as the other except for strength; but I
I answered that maybe I should taste it and I might be am being careful !!!
able to eat. I had meant for her to give me a taste but
she had left and I had no energy to explain myself. Praise the Lord.

While she was out I prayed “Please Lord, show me what Pastor Bruce
to do” In an instant I received a picture and a download.

When Marg next came in I said, “Honey, I need you to
lay behind me and place your right hand on my right
shoulder blade”

It took a while because I had no energy to explain myself!

When she did get in, she put her left hand on me. I was
exhausted but was compelled to say “No honey, it has
to be your right hand” So she swapped hands but put
it on my shoulder – probably supposing to pray for my
shoulder.

In my spirit I knew the exact spot and it had nothing to do
with pain, simply revelation. I said “No not my shoulder,
my shoulder blade, closer to my spine” So I directed it
until my spirit witnessed the right spot.

Almost immediately I began to feel better. So I just
relaxed and enjoyed it.

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MTINEIASTMERREPSORT

One of our great strengths is the depth of our preaching Milingimbi
and teaching ministry team. We will continue to be very There is significant
deliberate about developing a range of capable ministers apostolic potential around
with an emphasis on those training for credentialed this area. Phil and Steph
ministry. Robertson feel a definite
call to this area and are
Those on the team have completed at least a Certificate pursuing training in this
IV in Christian Ministry and are therefore well grounded regard. Phil was a trainee
in the Word; as well as having a passion for the church minister at one stage and
and showing promise at bringing forward timely ministry. we anticipate reviving this
in due course.
People are identified and coached as they minister
in smaller less daunting gatherings to prepare for the Other Ministers
awesome responsibility of attending the needs of a larger Pr Andre is transitioning to Worship Pastor and will
crowd. This year we have a number of people taking first oversee the development of our school of the Arts. Over
steps. the year he was greatly used of God with the young
people at our National Youth event, Broken Hill, Albury,
We have supported Geoff Kruck in applying for a trainee Philippines, National Convention etc. Our youth have
credential next year after a year being spent this year as been spectacular in being an inspiration to other youth.
an intern. His application has been lodged. Pr Roland in addition to being passionate about
ministering at our Zion meetings on a Sunday night, has
Theme 2010 taken built on the previous year as chair of Riverfest and
Last year we had a theme of New Wine which really did managed to run our first surplus event. It was a great
happen. This year it was Apostolic Revival flowing out. achievement that could really build something for the
Many of our ministries travelled to many places locally, future.
in Australia and abroad. Indeed the theme has been
prophetically out worked. Ruth Whitton who has received her trainee credential
growing in the Youth Area of which she currently
Robinvale heads Senior Youth has been transitioning into youth
Prs Mario and Laura Masasso took the position of leadership.
Pastors of this outreach church and Pr Marg assisted in
the transition until mid year. Pr Garry Webb is transitioning to a community pastor role
being developed through Jirascope under Diggerland
Merbein Community Services. With funding it is hoped that a part
David and Andree Lim opened public services in the time role, at least, would soon be possible and he is
Merbein CWA hall on the last Sunday in June and our completing training to make this change
team have been supporting them as can be arranged.
Pr Marg transitioned during the first half of the year
Ti Tree Ministry taking on Robinvale Kidz church to bring order to this
Philip and Roland took a team and visited with around area for the change over and to cause the church to look
100 people total in attendance at the main meeting. Prs to Mario and Laura.
Bruce and Marg visited in August as Danielle gave birth
to her 3rd child, Arialla. They have recognised a call to Julianne Mandica has received her trainee credential and
plant the church and have made a decision to see that has transitioned to pastoring the women’s area.
through. I coached Allen Steele to be a coach so that in
turn he can coach Hannes and Danielle as they continue
their training.

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Pr Rebekah has been
a one woman revival
machine locally,
in Australia and
overseas. Her passion
for the prophetic
has been fuel on the
revival fires, and she
has been instrumental
in organising various
prayer endeavours for
events and places.

Ruth Tankard has obtained her trainee credential and Testimony by Bruce
is transitioning to assist myself in an executive role Regarding our push into the Nations next year; it is very
to co-ordinate the day to day ministry affairs of the much a faith matter. In 2009 I sensed that God was
annual calendar. This involves co-ordinating or liaising leading me first of all to Canada. I did not say anything
concerning strategic events and interests such as our until so many confirmations were piling up that I could
first chaplaincy variety night and our major push toward not hold back.
convention. We have not yet met budget to fully release Since then I have been contacted by a couple who got
this role. saved in PNG and grew up in the Lord at our centre at
Bethel in Port Moresby. They are of Philippine extraction
Pr Steve is finishing off his BA in Theology and took a and became part of the team there reaching out to
major role in our Diploma of Ministry class we opened Philippine nationals.
this year, attended by Marg, Andree and David, Ruth Eventually they moved to Canada for work, and joined
Tankard and Julianne. Next year we are planning to a church there. However they felt that it was not to be
finally add a discipleship course to bridge between New permanent. Around July this year they felt that the time
Believer studies and Certificate of Leadership was up and gave notice to Sunday 30th October.
Pr Bruce. The state has employed me about a day a Peter and Nelia Hauje who ministered from the
week and this has outworked in doing more work for the Philippines after convention had felt this couple might be
State. I am positioned on the Board of Broken Hill to help good, so we asked him to contact them. He did so during
the leadership transition there, and this has been time this last week leading up to the 30th.
consuming. We have also formed the North West CRC They are now rejoicing because they know the reason
Region, which will strengthen ministry support between why they were to give notice and prepare for our arrival
our churches. next year. They are also over joyed at being able to
renew fellowship with CRC again.
We are also preparing for a major international push in It seems God has planned a way for us already in
2011 to plant churches Canada. Amen

We have every reason to be very thankful to God for the
quality and variety of gifts in our Ministry team. We are
constantly looking for people to rise and discover their
ministry call. May there be more and more “arrow” that
will find a mark somewhere and gain territory for the

Pastor BruceKingdom of God. Amen

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PARTNERSHIP
DINNER

A celebration that the oversight has been waiting 20 years for was inaugurated this year – The 20 Year Partnership
Dinner. The dinner was held at the Fire Station Cafe in Red Cliffs on July 24th. People recognised for their covenant
with our church were Steve Williams, Steph Robertson, Bruce and Margaret Sharman, Werner Ullrich, Lorraine
Cracknell, Glen and Bek Milne, Ruthie Maher and Roland Tankard.
Over a beautiful three course meal, the group spent time remembering when we have come from and Bruce spoke
of the great things ahead. The next day at church we were able to honor the group and make a special presentation
recognising their commitment and faithfulness.

Pastor Ruth T

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DEVELOPMENT
TEAM

Aircon Project 2010 developments
This year we have continued with our installation of air This year our First Fruits Offering campaign was to raise
conditioners for the chapel and upstairs areas. This will funds to enable the completion of wet areas in the chapel
make those areas fully functional for the summer period. and kidz church. The chapel area is now complete and
The chapel area is really needed for Sunday morning kidz church is well under way under the trusty hands of
fellowship as well as various training and meeting needs Darren Colllihole who is committing to do a great work
during the week. Well done guys! with this. This will allow better supervision and duty of
care ratios to be achieved.
Technical
Isaac Webster and Ryan Stephens are quiet achievers
around the building fixing up problems with computers
and technical issues.

Security Property
Ryan has been particularly helpful and guiding us Also the Development Investment Team is charged with
through the repositioning of security detectors to better assessing investments which we can use equity for to be
positions after the conclusion of our renovations including able build equity toward our next stage of development.
security on the kidz church fire escape door. We identified a property in 6 Ilex Street that would
easily be cash flow positive if we could purchase it. The
Network: Additionally Isaac has been collecting second property was signed and should be transferred to us
hand additions of Windows XP Pro to bring all desirous by the time this is distributed. Our strategy is to use our
computers onto the net- work. At the center of the equity credit to purchase this property and then refinance
network is a server for our website interactions etc that in due course to a first tier lender with a cheaper interest
Isaac is developing. rate.

Joph is our webmaster and has been steadily developing It is expected that this property may appreciate by 100%
our website for interactions to better facilitate resources, within the time frame of 10 years or so that we may
sales, bookings, events and meeting attendance records. require the equity.

Pastor Bruce

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ADMIN
REPORT

As a church we have 24 Bank accounts and 66 different believe 30 was the next largest group number.
groups/ depts/areas that are looked after administratively
and financially. We have spent this year under a blessing Kathryn Whitton was trained in the Admin Office for the
of grace as the workload increased in part with the first months of the year but sadly left to take on a fulltime
exciting opening of our Merbein Outreach, National position with an accounting firm, although the option of
Convention, Milingimbie Trip as well as many groups and Kat re-joining the team remains an option in a year or
departments taking on additional events as we ‘arise and two. Aleisha’s commitment to helping 2 hours each week
shine’. in my office has been valuable and much appreciated
with the financial data side of things and she has gained
As mentioned Merbein Outreach commenced and we enough competence to work unassisted now for much of
handle their financials and monthly reports now as well the time. Thanks so much Leishy!!
as the same for Robinvale Outreach. Insurances have
had to have been renegotiated as well. Quite a number of policies have been reviewed this year
including our large financial policy and this process will
For National Convention we had 94 registered RCF continue each year.
adults and children and the admin office was able to
facilitate handling of the payments and registrations and Have a great Christmas Season from my family to yours
resulting multitude of queries, cancellations and late
bookings for this large group. In fact - We were THE Ruthie Maher
largest church group by far that went to convention – I

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TRAINING
REPORT

Christmas may be the season when people buy this “Great lecturers, great content,
year’s gifts with next year’s money, but training is the practically equipping for ministry”
season you pay for your future with the present. The
team that enabled training to happen this year were Ruth Tankard
Bruce, Roly, Andre, Gary, Ruthie Maher, Donna S, Audre
Henscke, Mark Cameron and myself.

2010 ACHEIVEMENTS Kruck, have all commenced Certificate 1V this year.
Preliminary discussions with Ps Jamie and Michelle
Simmons from Broken Hill with regard to joining in with INTERNSHIPS
the CRC’s culture of training through the various courses Geoff Kruck is also doing an intensive internship year on
available. track with the others for the CRC Ministers credential.

CERTIFICATE OF LEADERSHIP 2010. DIPLOMA OF MINISTRY:
The class were Rob & Marisa Libchard (Marisa also The band of DOM disciples were Ruth Tankard, Julianne
completing a Social Work degree through La Trobe Uni Mandica, David & Andre Lim and Margaret Sharman.
Mildura campus), Geoff Schmidt, Libby McBain, Majella Subjects covered are Evangelism & Missions, Church
Ballard, Will & Kylie Fangaloka. Planting, Preaching & Platform Ministry, Exegesis &
Practical Theology.
2011 DATES FOR Certificate Of Leadership (COL)

1. Feb 12th LEADERSHIP PRINCIPLES CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2010 GRADUATES
Certificate Of Leadership:
2. Mar 12th PERSONAL MANAGEMENT Rob and Marise Libchard & Libby McBain.

3. May 14th SMALL GROUP DYNAMICS Video Bible College:
Andrew Graham and Laura Circosta have achieved
4. June 18th PEOPLE HELPING completion of 2 years Video Bible College.

5. July 16th EVANGELISM & FOLLOW UP Geoff Kruck has achieved his Certificate 1V in Christian
Ministry and made RCF history as our first intern.
6. Aug 13th MOVING IN THE HOLY SPIRIT
TRAINING FOR PRESENTERS
7. Sept 10th EVERY BELIEVER MINISTRY I continue to walk through (part time) a Bachelor of
Theology though Tabor College.
8. Oct 15th PUBLIC SPEAKING Though Geoff Kruck isn’t a presenter he has enrolled in a
C 1V in Training & Assessment for the future.
VIDEO BIBLE COLLEGE
Jonathan & Amanda have again hosted a Video Bible DIGGERLAND DISCIPLESHIP SCHOOL
College group through 2010. Andrew Graham & Laura Stay tuned for this commencing early in 2011 and
Circosta were the finishers having completed the 2 years running over the year.
this year. Ruthie Maher & Donna M Williams are well on
there way into the second year while Laura Marsasso If you are interested in this area… and think you may be
from Robinvale is continuing, making a third site. able to contribute, don’t hesitate to have a chat about
what’s required.
CERTIFICATE 1V IN CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
Philip & Steph Robertson, Josh Milne, Lyn Scholar & Pastor Steve

Greg Milner from Mildura Christian Fellowship, and Geoff

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CREATIVE
ARTS

Highlights for the year Personally
The Roma Waterman workshop we did as part of MGMF This year has been an interesting and challenging one
Riverfest was very beneficial and I had already had it as a for, as I transition from Youth Pastor to Worship/Creative
goal to take a team to her. She touched on things that I’ve Pastor. I have felt like I have been juggling both, not being
had in my heart to do for a while, and it saved us a trip. able to completely throw the youth ball to Ruth and not
Another highlight was the variety night concert which saw being able to fully take on the worship pastorate. However,
a lot of young people from the high school and broader this will all change next year as Ruth fully steps in to her
community, & their parents and friends, attend a really role as youth pastor, and I fully step into the worship
well run show. We will be able to build this event alongside pastorate.
our own Arts Generation school.
Next year
The Team I will be working closer with Donna next year in developing
I am very grateful to the team I have. As I transition across Arts Generation into the community, especially the High
I have not personaly been able to do a lot in the way of School.
development because of the load of carrying two major
departments. However, developments have been made I have been believing since the start of the year for a flow
due to the efforts of Mark Williams looking after the Audio of songs written by members to be released to the body
Visual department, Andrew Graham with Bands, Donna and for another album to be made. This was confirmed
Williams with Arts Generation, Ann Cook with Vocals to me through prophecy brought by Caleb. I believe next
and Alison Palmer with Data Projection. They all do an year will be THE year.
incredible job.
Pastor Andre
Progress on our other goals for the year
One of my goals for this year was to meet with the team
early in the year, which we did, having fruitful discussions
on issues relating to the various departments.
Donna has done a great job in canvassing teachers for
Arts Generation, which she has covered in her report,
which has seen this area grow to the next level.

Our bands and vocals have been involved in events
during the year such as Refresh, with a youth team going
to Broken Hill.

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BANDS
REPORT

The highlight for the year for me has been seeing the 2010 we welcomed Thomas Cameron, Karl Ulrich,
continued unity and growth in the grace of Jesus Christ James Tonzing and Jarod Arnol who are new to bands.
of each team member and the desire to press deeper
into worship, as a team. In terms of our goals for the year ... the goal of
completing the position outlines was completed and
My thanks go to each of the team members of the bands distributed to each musician as intended.
this year, consisting of the following:
Band 1 - Andrew Graham, Jo Luchessi, Karl Ulrich, Rod During the year some of the major happenings included:
Argall, Mark Williams, Scott Argall “Refresh” women’s conference, supporting the Merbein
Band 2 - Bethany Scholar, William Fangaloka, Alexander church since mid year, a ministry trip to Culcairn and the
Foreman, Brett Starrick, Andrew Luchessi, James Roma Waterman workshop as part of Riverfest.
Tonzing, Thomas Cameron
Band 3 - Andre Whitton, Raef Oliver, Emily Graham, Next year we will see more opportunities for new
Hannah Oliver, Matt Mandica, Kylie Fangaloka musicians to join in.

Bethany and Scott have moved out of bands this year. I Andrew Graham
want to recognise the significant input both of these two
people have had in bands over many years. Thank you
both for all you have done.

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VOCALS
REPORT

We have had a re vamp in the Vocals department this year,
aligning and naming each Vocals leader and their team with
the bands, being Team 1,2 &3. We also welcome Kylie
Fangaloka as one of our Vocal Team leaders.
Team 1. Jane Barklay and Kylie Fangaloka alternate.
Team 2. Darren Foreman
Team 3. Ann Cook
In the duration of the year we established a Pathway to recruit
new Vocalists suitable for this ministry. We are all blessed
with the outcome, and welcome
Thomas Cameron, Bek Tankard, Jamie-Lee Webb, Lisa
Milne, Ali Foreman and Tanya Mulder.
A great inspiration to our vocalists and highlight was Roma

Ann CookWaterman encouraging all to be lead in the spirit.

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AUDIO VISUAL

Team: This year saw the departure of Jeremy and Hananja
Mark Williams Mark Cameron Chris Webb Isaac Webster Rod Argall Boulton who were both quite accomplished with our
Jeremy Boulton Hananja Boulton James Tonzing Thomas Cameron audio and lighting technology and a valuable part of the
Shaun Williams Ash Davis Andre Whitton team. They have moved south for a period of time and
hopefully we will see their return at some stage.

Several of our younger people have stepped in to fill the
gap including James, Thomas, Shaun and Ash.

We currently have seven operators on the roster doing
both audio and lighting but not usually at the same time.

Our youngest is 14 and the oldest approaching 60.
Also recently Hannah, Shaun and Thomas were trained
to run lighting for Torque events and all produced results
far beyond what you would expect from just a couple
hours training and then throwing them in the deep end.

As well as the many Torque events, the team has
provided technical services for Red Cliffs Carols,
Chaplaincy Variety Night, Encounter Youth Camp,
Riverfest and many others.

Works in progress currently include an upgrade of the
audio at the front of the auditorium to enable better
coverage around the area in front of the stage.
Also planned is some extra house lighting at the front
third of the hall which is currently a bit too dull.

Two wireless mics were purchased, which apart from
being used in the main hall, will also be hired externally
as part of the secondary audio system, which is hired out
as part of department fund-raising initiatives – yes, that is
how we paid for the mics.

This year the department was able to also secure a
secondary digital audio mixer which means no more
pulling the main mixer out of the hall for events like Red
Cliffs Carols and Lake Cullulleraine Youth Camp.

Anyone who is interested in audio and lighting should
talk to Mark Williams about how to become involved with
the team.

Mark Williams

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Arts Generation aims to ‘inspire creativity’. Painting by Emily Graham
Fruit & Vegetable Art by Geoff Kruck
This is the second year of creative training lessons being
run at Diggerland. It’s been such fun watching people EXHIBITION FOR 2011:
coming and going currently Tuesday and Thursday Calling DIGGERLAND ARTISTS start drawing, painting,
afternoons. The students from all reports are growing in picture taking, etc. Be inspired and create, I’ll be
their skills and talents. We (Libby, Ann and myself) love knocking on your door sometime soon!
being a part of this teaching arm at Diggerland with its
outreach capacity into the community. WEEKLY LESSONS at Diggerland

This year Diggerland hosted the Red Cliffs Chaplaincy AUDIBLOX
fundraiser. Arts Generation was asked to assist in Our wonderful Libby McBain, with her never-ending
organising the Art display in the Youth Hall. We were smiles of encouragement, teaches a program called
able to display works by Red Cliffs Secondary College Audiblox which helps to extend the brain through fun
Students and also gathered works by some very talented games, mind puzzles and memory training.
‘Diggerlandians”. Libby teaches many children at our facilities in
Diggerland. She has also generously given staff at
We had ‘Food Artistry’ and drawings from Geoff Kruck, Diggerland an Audiblox session each week and I know
Designs from Genevieve Milne, artwork from Esther that I can personally testify that it has helped me.
Milne, paintings from Teagan Heil and Patchwork art
from Sandra Boulton. For some this was the first time VOCAL TRAINING
that their work has been seen in public and a giant step La la la fa la….. Ann Cook has come aboard this year
forward. with individual vocal lessons and a 10 week introductory
course for pre-teens and teens.
I believe that God wants to inspire people through many Ann is such a cheerful, committed and passionate
artistic mediums (eg: drawing, crafts, photography, teacher. Her passion for vocals has led her to undertake
music, etc) I think we can all agree that God is releasing further studies in Vocal teaching. We are so blessed
artistic talent like never before. being able to extend Arts Generation into the Vocal
Training area.
The Red Cliffs Chaplaincy fundraiser was a great night
and we look forward to assisting with next one.

FIFTEEN

Amy & Donna inspiring musicality Libby teaching Audiblox with Donna, Ruthie, Bruce & Andre....
who is not being sneaky.

PIANO TUITION God always amazes me with His ability to fill the call
“You’re never to old to learn” that’s my moto. when He calls forth a vision. God has been amazing (as
Young and old are more than welcome to any lessons. usual) by placing vision in people’s hearts and bringing
Teaching piano is a joy and watching people grow into fruition the teachers! We look forward to growth!
through developing a musical skill is priceless. It’s
something you have for your lifetime. I’ve had the Martin Luther once said “I have a dream…..”
pleasure of teaching formal piano lessons on Tuesdays Well, I have a dream, a vision!
using the ANZCA modern pianoforte syllabus and music I see many people learning to use their creative, God
development on Thursdays to some pretty extraordinary given talents!
students. I’m seeing students blossoming in their music
understanding and development lesson by lesson. I see people inspiring others to develop. I see dancers,
artists, musicians, singers, painters, photographers,
For 2011 and onwards craft makers, writers, sculptures, designers, etc and
We look forward to lessons opening up in other areas in Diggerland buzzing with people in hubs of learning.
the new year and another great year of networking with And I see a smile on God’s face!
Diggerland and community families.
Come and chat with me if you would like to know more
I learnt very early in my time at Diggerland to keep about Arts Generation or lessons.
sharing the vision!
Donna (M) Williams

SIXTEEN

KIDS
CHURCH

Testimonies:

Something good that has happened to me is….I
have learnt to talk in tongues! At first I had to keep
stopping because it was funny but after that I got

very good at it so now I like to talk in tongues.
Maria I.

Our highlight for the year was-Zion. Many children have I have had three rounds of the Holy Spirit flowing
experienced the awesome power of God’s Spirit and Glory. through me and I have been given the gift of
There have been reports of baptisms in the spirit, sprinklings
of gold dust, visions, dreams, prophecies, and healings. tongues all in one year. I have a miracle in the
Exciting stuff…but child’s play really =) relationship of my friend and her brother. I am
praying for some gold dust on my hands and hope it
comes with patience. This year has been a time of

strength in my relationship with God.
Elizah Pretty.

Many thanks to the team this year who consisted of- I believe in Jesus
Team Leaders:Teagan, Libby, Kez, Geoff & Beth. Team Zeek Foreman
members:Chris W, Karl U, Esther, Matt M., Emily G, Gab H.,
Shaun W, Laura, James T., Ali F, Bek T. Nat M. Tom C My favourite thing about kids church is that we pray
all the time and my other favourite thing is I like all
Excitingly at the moment kids church is being renovated the leaders and everyone else and that everyone is
and kids’ church is currently being held in the youth hall on learning to speak in tongues. I pray in Jesus name.
Sundays. This has delayed our plans a little bit with regard
to having space to bus children from the community in every Amen.
week; however, we look forward to the New Year. We will Gabriella Pretty
have a new space and new children to fill it with!

Next year we plan to go to even greater levels of God’s glory Once I was praying in church and I was praying for
in Kids church. We plan to begin busing children in from God Dust to be on my hands, then I looked at my
Hornsey Park and other communities. We hope to continue
working with the youth department to build a strong team and hands and there was some gold dust on them.
volunteer base, love the children, and develop leaders. It was cool.

Bethany Scholar.(jnr)

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GO TEAM

Our highlight for the year was …the third and final go team Disappointingly we did not get a go team mission trip off the
in the September. The theme was “Go Team goes Circus”. ground this year. However, hopefully the improvements we’ve
We advertised in most local schools and had a packed out made to “in-house” go team will assist us in our endeavour
go team. Everything ran smoothly, the youth basically ran for a “Go Team road Trip” either next year or in years soon
the show and were altogether LEGENDARY! It was such a to follow.
blessing to watch our incredible youth minister to and love
children while some of these children were hearing about a A testimony or two …
God who loves them and cares for them for the very first time.
We received great feedback from parents and children alike. I love go team because we have messy games and meet
We believe for even greater for next year. Jesus

Many thanks to the team this year who consisted of, Beth I didn’t know God loves me. Now I know that even though
Kruck, Ruth Whitton, the entire youth department, and many, sometimes I am bad Jesus love me anyway.
many, many, more volunteers. Literally there are too many to
name so I won’t even try I love messy Games.

One of our greater goals for this year in Go Team was that of Ali and Tom are the best at go team. They do silly things
greater involvement of the youth department in running Go
Team. We have certainly succeeded here. Another Goal At go team we do really cool dances and they are about God.
was to see greater processes for DOC and OH&S and other
various legalities developed. Thanks to the unending efforts Beth Kruck
of Ruth Whitton and the Donna’s we have succeeded in this.
I believe that this provides us with a firm foundation to reach
even more children next year.

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YOUTH
DEPARTMENT

HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE YEAR Torque Youth Services:
Reload: In 2010 we rocked Diggerland with 8 tremendous Torque
37 delegates taking Zion to Phillip Island and the youth of youth services. The outstanding ministry included Ben
the CRC Prescott, Vicki Gilchrist and Caleb Nicholls. This year
the Torque committee has grown to include Rebecca
SYA Encounter Camp & Encounter Rally: Tankard and Thomas Cameron- wow what a bright future
100 full time registrations – Lake Cullulleraine where it for Torque. But wait there is more – In Feb TORQUE hit
rains inside the building and outside the building- Chad the streets with our first TORQUE road trip to Broken Hill-
Harding from Perth blessed us- encouraging us to live for approx. 30 young people travelled north to encourage
God in our Generation the Broken Hill Youth to take their city.

Regional Youth Leaders Training with Ben Prescott International Peoples Conference - Youth Meetings:
and Caleb Nichols: Anyone will tell you that the Youth Meetings were the
Fantastic times of encouragement, training and place to be a Conference. Great anointing, outstanding
networking with our fellow soldiers in youth work in response, new friendships formed and old ones renewed.
Sunraysia

NINETEEN

Riverfest: Diggerland Youth Dept. training:
On the banks of the Mighty Murray River, on a perfect 2010 has seen the launch of a three tiered training
October weekend you could have observed Diggerland program for all of our youth leaders and helpers- this
youth in their natural habitat- dancing, singing, playing in year three modules of have been completed by the DSY
the Encounter band, serving, laughing and eating – the and the Junior Youth Teams.
best of times.
Next years Youth Committee, Ps. Andre Whitton, Ps.
Young Adults: Ruth Whitton, Beth Kruck and Shane Tonzing are looking
This year we have seen many of our young adults forwarded to 2011 with its Harvest theme which fits in
involved in a number of ministries throughout the perfectly with the Youth Philippines Trip, 2 or 3 Torque
church including bands, Kidz church, missions, Torque, Road Trips and ongoing Training.
Go Team, Hornsey Park outreach, hospitality as well
as regional events such as Refresh, Encounter, and Pastor Ruth W
Riverfest.

A lot of our young adults attend and enjoy various home
fellowship groups.

TWENTY

JUNIOR
youth
TWENTY ONE

TWENTY TWO

DIGGERLAND SENIOR YOUTH

2 of our DSY Graduates *sniff* We’ll miss you *sniff*

Our wonderful Youth Leaders: High Queen Ruth, High King Matty, King Sam and
Queen Mel. Apparently they came through a Wardrobe?

HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE YEAR 18th Birthdays and Graduating:
Our monthly sports nights at the activity centre and Nat, Esther, Kat Kat, Elise Dodd, Hayley and Aaron
poolroom nights have been fantastic nights for the youth Kearns
to invite friends along to DSY.
DSY team:
Poolroom Highlight: This year the DSY Team, Mel Webb, Matt Maher, Sam
Who wants to be a millionaire? Carla- what a Foreman and Sam Russo, has been meeting fortnightly
champion!!!! to plan youth nights, train our team, pray and share life
together
Rock Star Night:
Sheraiah and Nat as the rock star twins, Special thanks to Sam Russo for his help with DSY in
2010- we are losing him next year- but as he is moving
Sports Nights Highlight: on to help Shayne with the junior youth we don’t mind too
Hollywood stunt night featuring Buzz Lightyear, Mary much!!!!
Poppins, Obi One Kenobi, Wonder Woman, George
Clooney, Jason Mraz , extras and with special guest DSY 2010 was proudly brought to you by KEVIN and
appearance of Matt Maher as himself!!!! ? the Locusts (now playing at Candy Mountain-Deniliquin
Caltex Service Station).
Girls Pamper Night:
Every DSY girl received princess pampering – special Pastor Ruth W
thanks to Sonya for the nails & give aways , Teagan for
the facials and Gabby for the pancakes.

TWENTY THREE

Having a rockin’ time at Broken Hill with Torque

Natalie being serenaded at her surprise 18th birthday Gabs & Laura. They’re SO PRETTY!!

TWENTY FOUR

What an amazing year we have had at Torque this year. Amazing worship led by Patrick
Eight Torque events, three visiting ministers, Ben Prescott,
Vicki Gilchrist and Caleb Nicholes, and a road trip to Broken Pastor Andre shared an impacting word
Hill. We’ve seen God move among and through our young
people in such a powerful way. Turns out that revival is contagious. Who knew?

It’s hard to pick a highlight from the year. I think that all TWENTY FIVE
three visiting ministries were brilliant, and the road trip was
awesome, but I think the way the team ministered and grew
through the year was also a highlight.

The Torque committee is Hannah & Raef Oliver, Bethany
Scholar, Mark Cameron, Thomas Cameron, Bec Tankard,
Ruth & myself. However, the whole team includes a number
of youth & young adults who all participate in band, vocals &
audio visual including Matt Mandica, Emily Graham, Jared
Arnol, Natalie Mandica, Laura Vaughn, Tamsin Lees, Teagan
Heil, Ashley, Mark Williams, Ali Foreman, Gabby Herrmann &
others also. A big thank you to all of you.

Roma Waterman had a significant impact on those who
attended her workshop. I believe the team is poised to take
new ground in worship in 2011.

Next year we are planning to go on at least two road trips,

Pastor AndreCulcairn is high on our list of priorities.

Han & Patch. They’re not crazy. Emily - see, she isn’t really
Really. camera shy!

Our cheeky pre-show fellas Yes, Donny. It’s a chip. Scotty & Dunx. Miss you guys!!
Dynamic worship

Matty showing off his customised Ike..being...Ike?
‘Torque’ guitar

Pastor Caleb Nicholes shared with us The whole crew doing what we do best....posing?

TWENTY SIX

CARE
DEPARTMENT

Firstly, a big thanks to the Care Department area “Network” gift discovery in June saw over forty people
leaders: Ruth Tankard: Newcomers & Fresh Co. participate.
Julianne: Women, Prayer Ministry, Careforce. Andrew
Graham: Men. Connect Groups, Welcoming, Correctional Community connection through MOPS and Correctional
Services, International Home Ministry and Carols I lead. Services provide great interface with people outside
the Church. Carols additionally provides a fantastic
2010 has been a great and challenging year. Intercession connection to community. ‘Diggerland’ will continue to
has broken out and we are fulfilling Jesus cry that: “My auspice the event and work with regional Churches.
house will be called a house of prayer for the Nations.”
We mobilised a large contingent of people to “Reach for
We exist for the great commission of reaching every the Nations” Sept 27-30th with around sixty staying at
tribe, tongue and Nation. Our hand of Care has been Adelaide Shores Caravan Park. This connection and
stretched this year through “International Home” with powerful ministry time has strengthened the Church.
events in May and Sep 9 with over 200 at Diggerland.
MGMF Riverfest 2010 was a great rallying point for
We have five hundred and fifty people connecting with the region. Diggerland was again a major sponsor.The
Diggerland. Two hundred and ninety adults. Two hundred event is gaining great momentum after four years. Colin
and sixty youth. We had over one hundred new people Buchanan was fantastic this year!
connect with Diggerland 2010.

We hosted Keith Potger from the original Seekers. We have supported the Merbein Church through
His heart to bless Diggerland was amazing and his resources such as “Network” and the rich pastoral
performance on Mar 12 here was significant. Many new connection we have with Andree and David.
people connected with us through this event.
Julianne and Ruth have been studying for “Diploma of
The door of Care opportunities has been widespread. Ministry”. Additionally Julianne completed her Diploma of
“Relay to Life” asked me to conduct a service for those Frontline management.
suffering from Cancer connected loss. One thousand
people attended the very moving event. I taught “Evangelism” for Diploma of Ministry held at
“South Eastern” Feb 27 and ministered at the Church.
Our Care extended to Ti Tree to support Hannes & Ministry trips were also conducted at Ti Tree March 30
Danielle in addition to significant spiritual encounters. & Milingimbi Apr 1. Daylesford June 12, Southern Lights
Milingimbi was fabulous. With a harvest of souls and Aug 1 and Narrandera Nov 26-28.
twenty six recorded baptisms.
Life is flying. Help us to number our days Lord.
Seniors continue to provide Care to “Jacaranda Village”
with Geoff Schmidt organising this year. Pastor Roland

2010 has seen Julianne transition to Women’s
leadership. Ange Russo and Laura have been assisting
with Care Department activities.

We have eight adult connect groups and vibrants
Women’s & Men’s ministry. Support ministries like
Welcoming, Fresh Co and Newcomers provide dynamic
hospitality to embrace new people.

TWENTY SEVEN

MENSMINISTRY

Joph & Will

Best breaky muffin & hashbrowns by Geoff the Chef

The highlight for the year with Men’s Ministry has been mmmm...fooood
seeing the strengthening of relationships and increased mmmm...more food
unity of spirit amongst the men of Diggerland.

My thanks go to my kingdom brothers and core team,
Mark Cameron and Perry Herrmann, who constantly
inspire and encourage me through word and deed.

Our goals for the year ... were to establish prayer
meetings each day of the week among the men. We
have consistently maintained two meetings per week,
with another two meetings less consistently. We will look
to develop these further next year.

During the year the focus of Men’s Ministry has been
on the prayer meetings, which have truly enriched our
relationships together and served to feed the fire of the
Spirit in us throughout each week.

We have held two well attended fellowship BBQs this
year, each attracting around 60 men.

Next year we will see a couple of major Men’s events in
the region.

Rise up kingdom men!!!

Andrew Graham

TWENTY EIGHT

WOMENS
MINISTRY

Taking on Woman’s ministry this year has been so
much fun. Seeing woman rising up to whole new levels
has been great to see. We have moved into a whole
new level of confidence of who we are, taking hold of
and discovering the gifts that God has given us. There
has been a new wave of thinking that we support one
another, cheer one another and link arms together.

This has enabled us to catapult into whole new arenas
together advancing the kingdom.

The women’s theme this year was Catapult into Julianne & Camille
2010 and this has happened in many women’s lives.
Little pockets of woman supporting one another has
encouraged break through to happen.

Some great things happened this year as we had We hosted Refresh this year which was another great
Woman’s Night Meeting every quarter. We had lovely event for new woman to be invited to. This was particular
Pat Tipping come and share her powerful testimony in exciting for me as my Aunty Camille Camera came along
the 2nd quarter which saw over 70 women attend. Many and made a commitment – you can read her testimony
people were moved by her story. below.

Another great thing this year was having the pleasure I found the Refresh Conference to be an enjoyable and
of going to Ti Tree with Ruth Tankard to see Danielle inspirational weekend. It was the beginning of my new
Rosslee and her family. Out of this connection I felt that outlook towards God and Christianity.
our mission focus for 2010 was to support Danielle in Camille Camera.
Women’s Ministry in Ti Tree.
It was so well received. When I think about next year I am so excited as I am
expecting for a great influx of new believers. This will
MOPS has been going well this year with a few changes mean studies/programs new connect groups - this will
ahead. Julie Biggs will be handing over the role as encourage our woman to be mobilized into their gifts and
co-coordinator to Amanda Sharman. MOPS was ministries.
instrumental for Julie connecting in church life. It has
been an absolute privilege to see her come alive through I will have a visiting minister again next year as this
MOPS, to serve on the team and then lead the ministry. was great to have some one from outside of our church
Julie is a MOPS success story. Well done Julie. minister to us.

My heart is to see the disconnected connected and we Many thanks to the team this year who consisted of:
had many opportunities throughout the year for new Laura Circosta, Faye Argall, Bronnie Foreman and
woman to be invited to different events like Refresh, Amanda Sharman
International Night, Zoe, Riverfest and our Women’s
Night Meetings. I so look forward to what 2011 is going to bring………

We have seen salvations and they are now doing New Julianne Mandica
Believer Studies.

TWENTY NINE

THIRTY

INTERCESSORY
PRAYER

Our goal this year as intercessors was to come together Prayer Report by Pastor Bek
to undergird in prayer all areas of Diggerland.
I have discovered that prayer is not a discipline, it is
We saw this year to be a year of many prayer groups not an activity, it is not an application, it is sharing life
gathering throughout our church with many people with Jesus. When prayer is locked together with Him in
participating in prayer seeking for breakthrough in their relationship, it becomes an expression of compelling
own lives, in the region and in the nations. shared love. His will is our will, His passion is our
passion, His blood was shed so that we can rule and
To see areas that we have interceded for have break reign with Him in heavenly places. When prayer is
through is so great. separated from relationship with God, it becomes a
chore and the heavens feel like brass, but when we soak
We prayed for teams going out to take revival into deeply in His love for us we hunger to see His will on
different places- With Bek going to Mexico- Teams going earth as it is in Heaven. When we search the mind of
into Phillipines- Teams going into Milingimbi and into Ti Christ concerning a matter (listen to what He is praying)
Tree. and pray His prayers, we see results.

Events being held like International nights, Refresh, ‘Diggerland’ early morning prayer meeting: 6am to 7am
Woman’s Night meetings and Zoe which saw them to (three days per week), has continued throughout this
be great events. These events reached out to whole year and has been running since it began May 2009 (19
new arenas with many people attending exceeding months)
expectations.
We have experienced many answers to prayer and
Praying for gifts to be discovered and mobilised saw have uttered many prophetic declarations and decree’s
Network Seminar being run this year. covering a wide range of needs and geographical
sphere’s during that time.
We prayed for leaders to go to all new levels and for
new ministries to be birthed - Upholding Merbein Church Prayer Assignments: during the year a ‘core’ group of
plant. prayer warriors have taken specific prayer assignments
out into the region, for specific task force missions. We
Strong prayer point has been for the unsaved that they have prayed in parks, at halls, churches and out on the
would come in and be connected into the blood stream roads. Wherever God directs we will go!
of Christ- We are seeing this with new Believer Studies We ‘will’ take this city….the region....the nation….the
taking place throughout the year. nations!!!

To see people gather together to pray, seek His face, Glory Zone: The ‘soaking room’ has been running in
His presence is exciting as this has also been a strong the youth hall, every Monday from 9:30am to 9:30pm
prayer point. since the 14th of October. Many people have availed
themselves of the facility during that time. People have
People are seeing the importance of gathering together found deep refreshment in the precious presence of God
to prayer/worship and in doing this we can advance as they have drawn aside from their busy schedules to
forward together; take back what is rightfully ours enter the ‘secret place’.
because we are unified in prayer.

Many thanks to the team this year who are:
Faye Argall, Laura Circosta and Amanda Sharman.

Julianne Mandica

THIRTY ONE

Testimonies:

‘Wow, amazing place, resting in God’s presence, peace Pre church prayer:
and tranquility. Pre-church prayer time, has presented us with an
Laura Circosta amazing opportunity for individual prayer groups to pull
together corporately to see Heaven invade ‘Diggerland’.
‘The Glory Zone is a place where the presence of God is
so strong and I can’t help but absorb. No distractions, a An important time of the week, where we put aside the
place of freedom and intimacy’. distractions of our morning and prepare our hearts to
Bek Tankard hear from God for ourselves, as well as for others.

‘A place where upon entering, you leave the physical at Oftentimes the main service’s are enriched by the
the door and explore the spiritual. Letting go and letting overflow of encounters, prophesies and visions that first
God’ began in the back room before the meetings.
Geoff Kruck
Pastor Bek
‘I am covered in gold dust every time I go into the Glory
Zone, a great time of reflection’
Anna Ruddick

‘indescribable environment, where I can connect with
God, my spirit gets excited when I meet God in such a
comfortable place, something I’d love to do each day!’
Natalie Mandica

‘I look forward to it every week’
Werner Ullrich

JACARANVDILALAGE

I would like to acknowledge all the volunteers that help out at the Jacaranda Village services that we hold on a
monthly basis at both the Village and the High Care facility

In particular Pat Gail is a tower of strength in her ability to communicate , Esther Schmidt that shows so much
compassion, Lyn Hazel that is such a spirit filled prayer leader and Faye Westhead when she is able is such a
delightful helper.

I would also like to acknowledge Roland Tankard for filling in while Esther and I were away.

Geoff Schmidt

THIRTY TWO

CONNECT
GROUPS

What an amazing year! our small group. We had over 100 newcomers that were listed
2010 was a year of great encounter and Holy Spirit fire. with Diggerland and many more that pilgrimed through.

The year started with a heart to build on the revival direction Connection, sharing, belonging and ultimately partnering are
with a clear need to lock shields and embrace heavens the keys. At our connect group we have seen new people
direction. The year contained fantastic contact events like the added: Joe & Maria, Sam & Ange, Frank & Mary, Darren &
“International Nights”, Keith Potger, “Riverfest”, Newcomers Vicki and Nathan Collihole, Meryl Hopkins, Vince & Maree and
and the upcoming Carols plus our “International Conference” Chris, Pat Jones and Peter Jones. From tender beginnings
which saw around 100 journey to Adelaide. we now see many of these serving in Diggerland. Darren
with building maintenance. Ange Russo with ushering & data
We have seen people like Ugo arise and go to back to Nigeria management. Sam Russo with guitar and youth ministries.
with revival fire and we have the “Thomas” family in Perth Vicki with hospitality. Joe with men’s breakfasts. Maria with
still linking hearts with us. These close bonds came out of crèche & hospitality are some examples. All the group are
Connect Groups and can ultimately lead to an expansion of active at Diggerland.
the “tent for Diggerland”.
Merbein Church launched 2010 and in addition to regular
Andree & David Lim transitioned from connect group to preaching we have supported development with “Network
Merbein Church leadership. The Foreman’s commenced a Course”, “International Nights” and leadership connection.
group in Mildura.
We did not achieve significant baptisms 2010 except on
This year we had a multitude of new people. Many moving mission trip to Milingimbi. Numerous people were baptised in
through area but they connected strongly. We were blessed Holy Spirit at connect groups and many salvations.
with Hannah & Joy from Korea attending our small group.
Hannah was so convicted of her need to reach people for Pastor Roland
Christ she led Akumi to the Lord and she became a part of

THIRTY THREE

We are in our 4th year & each Monday night we start off Herrmann’s Connect Group
with coffee and cake (chocolates) then get into the word of Milner’s Connect Group
God through a bible reading or video presentation. We have
been each taking it in turns to bring a versus or passage that THIRTY FOUR
God has placed on our hearts or one that means something
special us in the past. We finish off with prayer & even Molly
(the dog) gets involved.

Many testimonies have come from our prayer times including
healings, new jobs, God has moved in work places in a mighty
way to advance his Kingdom through us. A focus has also
been prayer for unsaved family members within our connect
group. Gabby joins us after ballet each week and blesses us
with Prophetic words also.

Pictured are Rudy, Jared, Perry, Aimee, Jan, Majella, Tanya,
Rebecca and Molly. Pam and Sonya Kirby were away for the
group picture. Gabby took the picture for us.

2010 has been an interesting year for our home group. Dayo
and Sherry were a precious addition to our group prior to
their relocation to Robinvale. I am sure they are now being
a blessing there.

Dr Ugo Egesi’s lovely wife Juoro was a blessing when she
came to visit. Ugo was inspired to plan a medical mission,
drawing together a group of medical professionals to provide
medical treatment and share God’s love to people in an
impoverished area of Nigeria. As I write this report, he is
due home from completing this mission in a few days. We
look forward to hearing testimony of what God has worked
through these servants with a heart to give upon Ugo’s return.
This year we have been led by Rob Libchard in a study/
discussion of the days leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion and
we have been recently working through Wayne Jacobsen’s
book “He Loves Me”, a Biblical study inspiring us to live in
the Father’s love and affection, the most powerful force in
the universe.

It has been precious to share with one another during this
year, to have prayer, fellowship and encouragement one with
each other. All of us have busy lives, but it is well worth the
time and effort to meet together mid week.

CONNECT
GROUPS

Julianne’s Connect Group; God’s Presence and even ‘Gold Dust’ ‘Come on now’…
What else could one ask for? “Next year... Heavens the
I have thoroughly enjoyed Connect Group this year as Limit! Dare we say Diamonds?”
I have facilitated the group a little different this year. Anna
In the past we have followed programs/studies which
have been great but I wanted this year to be different. The highlight of my week is small group at Julianne’s and
I wanted to bring a fresh word each week- and that is I make it a priority. I need the prayers, the support, the
what I did. With doing it this way we had time of worship, friendships, the babies, the cuppa’s, the laughter and the
praying, waiting on Him and I spoke what I felt led by the ‘gold dust’ to keep me fueled. Thankyou to my sisters in
Holy Spirit to do. I see that this has helped the woman to Christ for their unconditional love.
know Him in a more personal way, encouraging them to Andrea
seek his presence, have intimate time with Him and from
that place we know more of who we are in Him. Small Group is a comforting and friendly atmosphere
It has been lots of fun…. where you instantly feel welcome and secure and at
Julianne ease with God’s word.
Camile
I have loved Small Group this year because of the
freedom of the Holy Spirit. Watching all the ladies I have only attended a couple of times but I have enjoyed
growing in their prayer life and the excitement of those immensely. It has been great. Looking forward to
receiving from God every week has been a great joy. next year’s Small Group.
It has been an exciting year especially recently when Gaynor
The Lord has blessed us with his wonder of “Gold Dust”.
I personally have been strengthened with the support of This years small group has been a great experience for
the other ladies. me. The time in prayer, and learning Gods word together,
Laura has brought me great joy. I would look forward to every
Wednesday .I found the group, to be a group of people
Small Group…Fabulous meetings, sharing with each that strengthen each other in Christ.
other, lots of support and encouragement. Holy Spirit, Amanda

THIRTY FIVE

USHERS

Ushers Group has been a great avenue again for RCF partners and new attendees to participate and serve in the
life of RCF. We have many faithful ushers such as Perry & Jan, Rob & Marise, Ian & Christiana, Rosalie & Graham,
Nathan & Jess as well as new welcome additions to Ushering in Sonya & Rudy, Bronnie & Darren, Joe & Maria and
Dale & Julie. If you would like to join the Ushering team, feel free to mention it to any usher or Stuart or Ruthie Maher.

Ruthie Maher

COUNSELLRINEPGORT

‘Many salvations’ have come through our counselling Theophostic :
arm of the church during 2010. Often people access Another successful year, training Theophostic on the
the service from an unchurched background, and have local scene, in Melbourne and in Griffith. Theophostic
discovered the God of all comfort, who heals them is the primary healing tool we use in the department
spiritually and emotionally. because of it’s effectiveness in being able to penetrate
even the deepest lie based beliefs gained through
This year Julianne and myself have welcomed Andree hurtful and traumatic experiences. Many testimonies
Lim, Jane Sparks (for children) and Gary Webb onto of profound release and healing have come out of this
the team. The bible says that Jesus was a man familiar valuable ministry.
with sorrows and suffering. He took our infirmities and
our sorrows, the punishment that brought us peace was Pastor Bek
upon Him and by His wounds we are healed. We praise
God that we carry the privilege and honor of witnessing
His healing love at work in the lives of those we counsel.

THIRTY SIX

INTERNATIONAL
NIGHT

International Home
events were launched
2010.

The first event was
hosted at Tankard’s 1012
Coorong Ave, May 20th .

Ugo shared a detailed
account of Nigeria
and the ministry he
was involved in as a
GP including a year
in Muslim dominated
Northern Nigeria.

We had people from Peru, Greece, Tonga, Nigeria and
large Italian band. Approximately 40 people attended
the evening. William excelled with Tongan creation at
mealtime, likewise Ange Russo with Italian food. Sheri
& Dayo created a feast from Nigeria along with many
others.

On Sept the 9th our second event was held @
Diggerland. With approximately 200 people attending.
25% were new! What an exciting night.

Manjeet’s spicy baked beans and Ang’s Italian delights
were wonderful presentations

Ann Cook performed “You make me want to SHOUT”.
William sang a heartfelt Tongan song dripping with
heavens anointing.

Robert Gulack our new friend from America shared I had the joy of praying with Garry W brother Stephen
humbly on Church planting in Lithuania along with Ugo who responded to Christ on the night which was
who shared on Nigeria. In addition he showed us a DVD wonderful.
displaying Nigerian worship which was inspiring.
Ruth conducted live cooking interviews on the night.
Many people reached out to neighbour, stranger Bronnie reckoned she could host a TV cooking show but
and friends. Vicki, Darren and Nathan Collihole have then she would be gone another night which I wouldn’t
attended Diggerland a couple of months and brought in like even if she was famous.
many new people. Demelza a backpacker from NZ here
a couple of weeks brought in German girls and an Israeli Pastor Roland
man who delighted in telling me he has lived where
Jesus lived.

THIRTY SEVEN

The life force of the church has been evident this year hospitality and hearing about the origins of Diggerland,
in the numbers of new people coming into the midst of our core beliefs and activity of the church. Fresh Co.
Diggerland. Fresh Co. , our welcoming team and pastoral ended 2010 with another BBQ hosted at the Tankard’s on
care networks have been reaching the sea of new faces. Nov 19th.

Fresh Co. is primarily the hospitality team running Inviting people in to our homes and spending time with
newcomers’ events designed to introduce new people to them has been an absolute pleasure for us this year.
the heart of Diggerland. Many new women joining in with Julianne’s connect
group during the week and new families becoming a
This year our team has consisted of Ruth and Roland part of the Tankard’s extended family (Thursday night
Tankard, Julianne Mandica, Gary and Lorraine Webb, Connect ) has been the fruit of Fresh Co. this year.
Laura Circosta, Andrew and Linda Graham, and Bronnie
and Darren Foreman. Thank you to all of you who It has been exciting to see new people bring other new
have served so faithfully in this important ministry of people into church as well as the number of new people
friendliness to our visitors and newcomers. who have begun serving in various departments, such
as youth ministry, women’s ministry, international home,
Fresh Co. began 2010 with a BBQ hosted in the missions’ trips and the numerous events our church has
Tankard’s garden and then with a breakfast hosted the been involved in.
next week at the Webb’s in February. We catered for
around 40 people with many new people enjoying our Next year Fresh Co. will aim to host Sunday lunches
at church to increase connection with new people and
visitors.

Pastor Ruth T

THIRTY EIGHT

TI TREE
REPORT

We have had a great year in Ti Tree and can’t believe it’s
been a year already since we have been home!

It’s been a huge year and we will just share a few of our
highlights.
Our new baby daughter- Ariella, born on the 10th of
August is a beautiful new addition to Hannes harem!
Anjalise (4) and Livea (2) are thoroughly enjoying her
and the great visit that we had in August with Poppa
Bruce and Nanna Margie.

Revival night with Diggerland missions- It was great their stride that they will be healed and don’t think it’s
seeing some of our church family on their way up to any big deal, so we always have to enquire about what
Mullingimbi earlier in the year. They were all a great happened when we next see them. One 11 yr old girl,
encouragement to us and had great connections with who Mum had prayed for in Sunday School, replied
our people here. We held a revival meeting on the casually after I excitedly grilled her for info on what
farm with close to 120 people attending from our 2 happened, “Oh yeah, they were completely gone the
closest Indigenous communities. It was a fantastic night next day”, she was fairly unaffected by my enthusiasm
(Ps Rollys goliath impersonations were particularly as she had completely expected that it would happen
entertaining!) and there was a real shift in the just like we had prayed. So there may be many, so far
atmosphere and people began to warm to us particularly un-mentioned healings) and one healing of a baby with
from that night onwards. One kid from a conservative colic.
background also got slain in the Spirit and nearly the
whole congregation received prayer. Concerts- We were very blessed by some musicians
from Narranderra CRC, and our friend Jamie from Alice
2 missions trips from Community Church Hornsby in Springs CRC who came a held a really professional
Sydney concert that was attended by about 80 people and was
We have had 2 week long visits from CCH during the a fantastic night out. We also have had a concert by
year and we have loved getting to know them and been the ‘Old Grass and New grass’ band, which Hannes
so blessed by their service. During those visits we literally spent about 45 minutes convincing locals to
have held 2 men’s breakfasts (with up approx 20 men stop gambling and come to, and which turned out to be
attending each time, which is very encouraging as we a really great night. Steve Grace also put on a fantastic
usually struggle to get more than 2 men per house group concert in our closest Indigenous community, 6 Mile.
meeting), 2 four-day after school programs with approx
35 kids attending each day (In the most recent t one an CRC National conference- When Dad met Murphy at
11 yr old girl gave her heart to God and already looks like our housegroup; he straight away could see that Gods
a new girl!), 4 youth nights, 2 MOPS mornings (with 15 favor was on him. Within 24hrs Dad had appealed to
mums attending the most recent one!) and 2 great night Diggerland and raised the money for Murphy to attend
meetings. The team also graciously helped us out with National Conference. Murphy was clearly in his element
several building projects. at conference and his wife said when he returned home
he couldn’t stop crying he was so happy. She says he is
Healings- We have been so excited and encouraged to a new person. Murphy has already been witnessing to
witness several healings. The community here has been
plagued by boils of late and we have been laying hands
on nearly everyone afflicted and asking for God to heal
them. We know that there have been 2 definite healings
of boils, (I say this because they seem to just take it in

THIRTY NINE

his community and says he and his wife are staying up at
night listening to the bible on his iphone.

Also at conference dad and Pr Allen (Alice Springs) and
Hannes formed a team to constitute the Ti Tree CRC
Church; with myself and an aboriginal elder Malcolm
Heffernan from Alice Springs as members. Also involved
was another incorporation to help get land and run
community projects on. We are very excited about this,
and the incorporation is going through the legal process.

We have been so thankful that God has been constantly
uplifting us. We have been quite overworked between
running the church, the farm and the shop and studying
and planning for the future with our expanding family
and so we know that we have been covered by the
exceptional grace of God. We can literally feel your
prayers and the strength of the Lord upholding us.
We are looking forward to a great year of building
infrastructure and coming into a time of the harvest.
Please keep us in your prayers as we continue to hold
you in our hearts. Danielle and Hannes Rosslee

Danielle Rosslee

FORTY

MERBEIN
REPORT

Matt 28:18 tells us •Our first service in Chaffey Aged Care Home where
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in we were privileged to minister to the elderly residents .
heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore God’s presence in that place was almost overwhelming!!.
go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in Even the carers were talking about it.
the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy •Christmas in July – Where we had an awesome
Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have opportunity to sing Christmas Carols at a fundraiser
commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the in Kenny Park. We had a report that it could be heard
very end of the age.” all over Merbein. What a blessing as we prophetically
declared the wonder and majesty of our God over our
After a few months of searching for a suitable venue, the town.
Lord led us to the CWA Hall in Box Street Merbein. After •CRE – We continued to minister the gospel into Merbein
some discussion with the local CWA committee , the Primary School where we have seen children touched
hall was secured and Merbein Christian Fellowship was and grow in their desire to know more about God.
birthed on the 27/6/10!

Our first service had 55 attendees and attendance has
averaged 20 per service since then.

We have been so blessed with a solid core of people •Anointing with oil the Rebels Motorcycle Club clubhouse
who have helped carry the load and so generously in Merbein.(Very early in the morning I must add)
served not only each Sunday but also in behind the We are currently now in the process of identifying people
scenes. for Certificate of Leadership Training next year and look
forward to what the Lord opens up in this area for our
The award for the “ longest distance travelled” went to precious people.
Jamie and Angela Klingbeil and family who regularly Andree and myself continue on with the Diploma of
made the trip from Kingston on Murray in SA for Connect Ministry as part of the full credentialing process
Group and Sunday services. A round trip of 4 hours!!!
Also a great big thanks to all the people from Diggerland Goals next year:
who are helping to get Merbein Christian Fellowship •Organise and birth a MOPS group
off the ground especially in the ministries of Kids •Establish a presence in the Merbein business
church, worship, band, sound , data projection and community
administration. We value your servant hearts so much •Finish Diploma of Ministry and have people start
and you have and continue to be such a blessing to us. Certificate of Leadership

Highlights of the year : Finally, it has been a challenging 5 months both
•Our first water baptism , where Lynette Purcell physically, emotionally and spiritually, however seeing
went through the waters of baptism. What a joyous God move in Merbein is awesome and we would not
occasion for Lynette , John and their family have missed this for anything!! God is on the march in
Merbein and nothing will stop Him growing His church.
We give all the praise and Glory to the Lord.

David and Andree

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HORNSEY
PARK

Our highlight for the year was seeing the Lord open the stand without her walking stick and commented on how
door for Beth and me to move into Hornsey Park to live. the pain had almost completely gone.
The Lord orchestrated the move from calling us to live
there, sourcing the optimum position for impact, finding One afternoon, just as we were breaking down ready
the house and allowing the availability of funds. to leave, I was invited to sit with a man and woman and
have a conversation. As I was with them, the Holy Spirit
Many thanks to the team this year who consisted of prompted me to ask to pray with them. The Lady sat
Geoff & Beth, Toby and Matt. forward and opened up her life and areas of need. While
praying with them I felt the Holy Spirit impress on my
We had hoped to see the addition of bus-ins for children heart the need for salvation in the lady’s life. I shared
to Kids Church this year, unfortunately policies have yet with her about Jesus and his love and was able to lead
to be compiled and we look forward to getting those done the lady to the Lord. She commented on how she felt so
and the possibilities of seeing these precious children much joy flow into her heart immediately after inviting
being able to come to Kids church in 2011. Jesus into her life. Halleluiah!

During the year other major happenings included: Next year we are planning to organise a family fun day
Beginning our homegroup for Hornsey Park in May this in the park of Hornsey Park as a community fundraiser
year. Starting off with 5 people and by November we event.
have 11 people coming; Managing to take a bus load of
children to MGMF on the last night. Quite a bold move! I I hope to see our homegroup grow by at least 100%,
will put a lot more planning in for next year!!; Distribution including people who live in Hornsey Park.
of knitted beanies, scarves and blankets which were
homemade by Geoff’s Grandma; The salvation of a lady I’m so proud of our wonderful dedicated team, and
resident and the water baptism of a young man from the am delighted in the work that the Lord is doing in and
Hornsey Park. through each of us into the community. I look forward to
what God has in store for 2011.
Testimonies
Matt and I had the opportunity to pray for an older lady Blessings.
one afternoon. She complained about her knee upsetting
her with lots of pain and lack of balance as a result. We Geoff Kruck
prayed and believed for God to heal her. She was able to

FORTY TWO

MISSIONS
REPORT

Mission’s is certainly alive and prosperous within Diggerland Following are some testimonials from several mission’s
by way of several trips to the Philippines in May and June/
July, Milingimbi, Ti Tree and who can forget the gold dust trips in 2010:
falling on Mexico in August! I’m believing that this is just
the tip of the iceberg for what the Lord has prepared for “In May I taught at the advanced leadership school for the
those whom love him ... Canada (British Columbia) here we CRC in Philippines.
come! As reflected in its Latin motto Splendor sine occasu I was the guest minister on the final night for revival. The
(“Splendour without Diminishment”) but more about that later. atmosphere was charged and we removed all the chairs. The
The Lord has given the CRC an awesome vision to reach Holy Spirit turned up in a powerful way and there was not a
the broken of this world with Christ’s message of faith, hope leader or pastor left standing. I went on stage and one by one
and love. People matter to God and this is the reason the prayed for all the worship leaders and musicians who did not
CRC have set a goal to have a presence in every nation of give up singing or playing until they came under the power of
the world by 2045 being our centenary as a movement. How God. It was quite comical when you think about it.
can we achieve this bold faith goal?? Through 7 strategic The national leaders were moved to ask me if I would send
concepts that consist of Evangelism and Discipleship, a team of youth to affect their youth at there conference next
Planting Churches, Ministry Training, Messengers to the easter. The youth have responded to this to take revival
Nations, Connecting leaders, Christian education and international, and the rest of this story will be their testimony”!
Empowering the needy.
Pastor Bruce Sharman
Jesus’ Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20 instructs us to
do two things: to GO and MAKE disciples of all nations. One “I was ridiculously privileged to be included in this missions
highlight for the year was the Short Term Missions Trip to the trip, but as it was my first I wasn’t sure what to expect. So with
Philippines and the Island of Palawan in June/July. mild apprehension I went to meet with the rest of the team to
start getting organized for the trip and straight away I could tell
If the nations of the world are ever going to know God’s love that this team was gonna accomplish some amazing things.
and his redemptive grace that can give them hope in the While we were in the Philippines I learnt heaps but one of
midst of darkness and despair, then someone must go and the most important thing I’ve learned is that when you take
tell! And they did ….. A brave team of seven embarked on a a bunch of unassuming people full of faith and expectation,
journey to face unchartered waters and big lizards! god can and will move every time. No matter who you are
and where you’re at, gods power will do amazing things if
Pastor Andre Whitton and I had the privilege of supporting you let it.”
Perry, Jan and Gabby Herrmann, Rob Spencer & Donny
Whitton in embracing Jesus’ Great Commission by going into Donny Whitton
the Philippines and touching people with the delivering power
of the Gospel. To go with a servant heart and impart the
revival to the churches and leadership and to give their all
no matter what the cost. They all returned home with a new
heart beat of what God really does care about – the lost and
broken hearted!

FORTY THREE

MEXICO

It’s been a momentous year for Missions in 2010 and it looks
like 2011 is gearing up to be even bigger and better! In
April, 35 yes that isn’t a typo, 35 people will embark on a
Youth Mission’s Trip which will involve ministering in various
churches within the Philippines culminating in a youth
conference which is sure to impact this Nation and beyond!!
The Apostolic work will commence with Pastor’s Bruce and
Margaret in 2011 which is best explained by the man himself

“We are being obedient to the prophecies given to us to build
apostolic highways between nations and a vision I had in
2009 of a map of the world. The vision was in the format of
Africa and Europe on the left with North and South America
on the right. Superimposed on this was a golden ribbon
draped across the northern hemisphere with its tails curling
down over the continents on the left and right. I knew that
God was affirming his promise to us for the nations.

From the moment we arrived in Mexico, I felt my Spirit lift. Around the same time I received a witness in that we should
There was an expectancy in the air!! I knew this was a place start in Canada in the area of British Columbia and carried
that was hungry and ready to go off like a bomb. Revival this in my heart for 6 months or more as the Lord piled up
here we come!! As you know, it was in my heart to release confirmations that this was correct. Not least among these a
the revival wherever we went and several prophesies given couple trained in our PNG Bethel centre working in Canada,
before we left have come quickly to fruition. I have never who Peter Hauje visiting here after National Convention
seen anything like it, to this breadth. The people are so vouched would be a great couple, and decided to write to
hungry; they are so supple and expectant! I can feel the them of our call to Canada.
prayers of the prayer warriors at home, like the wind beneath
our spirits. We are loving Mexico!!! So easy: We just touch Meanwhile, at the leading of the Lord, this couple had given
the people and they fall ‘clunk’! Weeping, shaking the whole notice of intended resignation from the church they were in
deal. Every meeting has been a wipeout! Outpouring! Holy some time ago, for the next stage of their mission in God.
Spirit slaughter Many salvations and many physical healings. Peter’s letter arrived just a few days before their last official
So exciting to see the ministers and Pastors being Zapped!! Sunday. They rejoiced, believing also that this was the doing
by God. They are so precious and so thankful. So humble of the Lord! Amen”.
weeping in gratitude. We are walking on an oil trail here that Pastor Bruce Sharman
God has prepared ahead of time. All we are doing is just
striking a match and there’s a raging FIRE! Truly, the flame May I encourage you to let your heart be broken with the
has burst from the moment we got here. things that break’s His heart. Let us all be global Christians
with a global vision because our God is a global God. I will
Pastor Rebekah Milne leave you with this reflection from Eleanor Roat, missions
mobilizer “What’s your dream and to what corner of the

Sonya Muldermission’s world will it take you?”

FORTY FOUR

INTERNATIONAL
CONFERENCE

September 27 – 30 Reach for the Nations International I especially liked what Dag was saying about getting
People’s Convention was held in Adelaide. 94 people back to the base line of what we are here for.
attended from our church and around 2000 attending I bought Dag Howard-Mills book “Take up your Cross- a
in total. The convention was planned in response to call to sacrifice”. It’s a small book, but Dag’s message is
a prophetic word and was a significant time for our very clearly explained in it.
churches to come together with one heart and mind to Sandra Boulton
“reach for the nations”. Such an inspiring week, and
lots of fun with 55 staying at The Bunkhouse at Adelaide The youth conference ‘Surge’ was just awesome,
Shores. It was our privilege as a church to Host Peter especially the Thursday session which saw a number of
and Nelia Hauje from the Philippines and also sponsor our ministers praying for the youth and seeing amazing
Murphy from Ti Tree. breakthroughs in their lives.
Andre Whitton
The International conference inspired me, as a time of
growth & awareness of Gods great plan for me and this The youth ministry was significant and will have an
great nation Amen. impact across our nation and the nations in the next
Shayne Tonzing generations
Ruth Tankard
AWESOME, just awesome!
Julie Biggs To hear Barry Silverback still at his senior years having
such an ever increasing vision inspires me
I liked the worship and the conference food and Ruth Maher
preaching
Matthew Milne “It is awesome being a part of a movement that in coming
together over a short week at conference can build up a
“A unique and awesome experience. The worship and strength of unity as we join together and propel forward
words had a deep impact on me.” into the direction God is calling us.”
Andrew Graham Geoff Kruck

FORTY FIVE

MURPHYS
testimony

I thought it was just going to be a bit of entertainment, but what I heard and saw was amazing. First thing at the
convention, Marg Sharman caught my eye from the other side of the hall, she ran up to me, she was so excited to see
me, she said “Just call me Mum!” …I can’t forget that, I’ll always remember it so clear. I know that we are all related in
God.”
All I can say is “WOW!” It was great to hear about God and seeing all the strange people- but now they feel like family.
I feel more supported in this big family. It was great to hear talk about courage and hearing everybody call me brother
and son.
I feel different. I used to be normal, but full of anger. I used to be aggressive when anyone was coming near me. But
in only a week there- it changed my life. When I got off the bus back in 6 mile, I sat with my wife and cried, I feel so
different.
Thank you so much everyone for inviting me and helping me. For Bruce who felt the lostness of my soul and wanted
to take me to hear the God Word. I didn’t know what he was up to, but it was good that God was everywhere,
inamongst us.
A special thanks to Andrew Graham and Roland Tankard too (my Kagi) for looking after me, a lost brother. (Roland
loved to hear about my watermelon kick- but he calls it Aussie Rules Football!) Thankyou to all the new family.“

Murphy

FORTY SIX

RIVERFEST

MGMF Riverfest broke through new ground this year
thanks to intercession resulting in fine weather for the
three evenings in spite of terrible forecasts a week prior
to the event.

“Diggerland” took its place in the event by raising $3,440
through our wristband sponsorship program. Joshua &
Lisa did a power of work with Artists, Sound, Media etc.
Pas Andre got bands into schools and tent construction.
Mel helped with SYA connection and Encounter band.
My Ruth managed the Vendors and “International Foods:
Riverfeast”. Mark Williams did a power of work with
lighting and Donna was our DOC / OHS officer. Frank
Ietto was a site supervisor and Joe well whose ute were
we using to cart generators for long after event had
finished.

We have a good working model: Youth, Family and Body
of Christ / International Connection.

We added two new ingredient this year with the Creative I loved the atmosphere at every gathering. “One Service”
Arts workshop at “Diggerland” which was wonderful. We with the International foods and having the Turkish
had seven Churches represented and strengthened by women in traditional dress was very significant. To
this event. Sixty four people attended. Roma has such a honour the Turkish people was a small connection but
heart for this region. She genuinely feels like part of our important in building relationships. Food is working well
family. It was interesting that Darlene Z called her while and highlights the “festive” feel. Great to uncover some
at the festival and I know she is speaking highly of our homegrown talent. Johannah Gray was fantastic. What a
event. blessing to see the regions talent breaking the earth with
their tender shoot. Encounter band incorporated a wide
Secondly, we were able to use the show to promote blend of youth and sparked a great response from the
Riverfest. To get bands to the show on “Giffo’s Stage” youth of our region. The Kingdom built praise and Roma
was an amazing feat. Well done Josh. SYA youth served sang over our region. Great that Pr Bruce as PMF Chair
faithfully in the tent and flyers were distributed. Rain was could regionally launch the soul winning endeavour for
a challenge. But what mountain is conquered without Johnny Lee Clary 2011 from the MGMF Riverfest stage.
some obstacles? Thanks also to Robinvale Christian
Fellowship for hosting Original Liberty on the Sunday of
the Show. They told me they feel like part of your family.

Tourism Victoria’s sponsorship was a great achievement How good was Colin Buchanan! “ Kidsfest” watch out
this year. New wristbands very effective in promotion and 2011.
support .
I believe if we can network the youth groups of the Nation
I had excellent feedback from Frank Tuppin re Red Cliffs and if we get invites out early we can have a sea of youth
Secondary and 2-11. St Josephs teachers and students filling Nowingi 2011. Let’s continue to arise!
were additionally were very supportive from Andre’s
feedback. Interestingly my Bek at Senior College had Pastor Roland
friends speaking positively about Riverfest.

FORTY SEVEN

Many thanks to the team: Julie Biggs, Marise Libchard,
Kathy Phillips, Bronnie Foreman, Hannah Webster,
Mel Webb, Libby McBain, and from afar (not for too
much longer) Penny Foreman. The team has worked
cohesively to bring the timeless and passionate message
of life and hope to the Sunraysia Community and
beyond.

2010 highlights included bringing Melissa Ohden (see
melissaohden.com) to Sunraysia. She brought her
amazing testimony about surviving being aborted at19+
weeks to 4 secondary schools and 2 public forums.
She appeared in the Sunraysia Daily 3 times and had a
total of over 600 people hear her message of hope and
resiliency, challenging the notion of ‘choice’.
Secondly, we held our first Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat,
a post abortion grief retreat to Sunraysia (see
rachelsvineyardretreat.com). This therapeutic weekend
of healing and restoration brought hope back to many
lives and will continue to be offered in 2011.

Progress on our goals for the year is as follows to
continue training, some are beginning or completing
University studies in Nursing Social Work (including
Honours), others completing or going on to Master’s or
PhD. Others are working and developing experience
and skills as workers in the field of welfare, including
Domestic Violence. Increasing the credibility of Zoe
as an informed and experienced organization. Other
goals have been realised in greater media presence
and community action. Grants have been applied for
this year and we wait to hear of any won. Meanwhile,
complete strangers have donated generously, this is
allowing us to set up our website, our shopfront so to
speak. We are blessed and find favour, thank you God.

Our relationships education package is being worked on
currently to determine the most appropriate source. This
will hopefully be sorted for 2011.

Here are quotes from participants of Rachel’s Vineyard
Retreat Mildura:
‘...it is so meaningful to me now that I can be myself
again.... have closure, but still know it is the beginning of
my journey...’
‘a deep watering hole, a place to stop, breath and find
rest and peace, forgiveness. embrace life, find hope’

Anne Webster

FORTY eight

Moneytree Nurseries exists to provide plants (particularly
horticultural) to meet the needs of our changing
agricultural climate. As we are successful at meeting
these needs we provide contract employment to some
of our staff and thus secure a variety of gifts and also
gradually pay off our land.

The long term purpose of the land is to develop a retreat Labour:
type training centre, so it is envisaged that the nursery We continued to partner and synergise with Correctional
will also assist in its development. Services to facilitate some cost cutting, provide a service
to the community and outreach opportunities.
Situation
2010 began with most of our stock being citrus. Most Developments 2010
of this is potted and saleable for the following spring Retreat Center:
planting seasons. We have serious inquiries for this Discussions have taken place with the mayor and other
stock. Some of the field grown stock was also ordered stake holders to begin the next phase of development,
and was switched to potted stock so this area still including schemes that could stockpile materials at the
presents a challenge to keep the trees healthy but small same time as selling them to produce resource and
by serious pruning. ultimately some additional funding to get started.
The time is feeling soon.
The current water climate is much improved and we have
a full account. We sensed in January that there was a Management:
change in the atmosphere so on the strength of this we No likely candidate was identified to lead in this area.
cut cuttings for the first time in many years.
That is probably the miracle of the year, and we talked It is recognised that a good marketing environment is
constantly about the possibility of the dams filling this needful to increase profitability to facilitate this, and
year as it gradually proved itself. Diggerland to meet its obligations fully to enable the
nursery to employ more labour.
Strategy:
Citrus: Position:
At this point we are maintaining up to the same potted Despite the poor fiscal climate and cash flow, we have
area, which is approximately 10000 pots; source from been able to maintain our balance sheet where assets
either seed propagation or replanting from the field. slightly exceed liabilities.
We have continued to grow our own rootstock from seed.

Vines: We really need our marketing environment to pick up so
As forecast we took and planted cuttings this year, that we can pay down our liabilities and move on to the
suspecting there would be a break in the drought which next stage of ministry.
has occurred which could lead to some demand in spring
2012. Tracey:
Tracey enjoys the tranquillity of working on the property.
We planted about 30000, but we are unsure of the strike She finds it a great strength to come out most days and
and there was a problem with the packing sawdust
sending the bins anaerobic whilst we were at convention Pastor Bruceenjoy the peace and the birds that frequent the property.
causing a whole bin (~10000) to be lost.

FORTY nine

EVENTS

Births

Torah Anne Graham - March 25 Ariella Cait Rosslee - August 10

Weddings

Ash & Angela Christian Jared & Rebecca Arnol Wayne & Jane Sparks
November 13 December 18

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GET TO KNOW...
YOUR PASTORS

Ever wanted to know just a little bit more My most embarrassing childhood experience was...:
about your pastors? Well, we have asked Andre: When I was a boarder in year 7. While I was
them some serious questions with funny doing my homework in an empty classroom at night time,
answers that we think you’ll love. I suddenly realised I wasn’t going to make it to the toilet
Read on! so peed in the sink. Unfortunately the teacher walked in
at that moment. There was hell to pay.

3 famous people I would like to have over for dinner Roly: Wetting my pants at a Kinda presentation for cutest
would be: baby competition - which I won.
Roly: Nelson Mandela, Rodger Federer, Tim Costello
Bruce: Too embarrassing to tell!

Andre: Mahatma Gahndi, Billy Graham & Bill Clinton I wish I had...:
Bruce: The ability to actually erase that moment!
Bruce: Adam to discuss a few things! Moses to reminisce
about his life and Jesus for absolutely everything. I would Andre: Listened to my mum
arrange a dinner that went as long as possible and I
would eat nothing but their words Roly: More time. Time travel capabilities.

FIFTY ONE