Prayer Notes January - April 2018 - The Anglican Church North West Australia - "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful." ...

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                 The Anglican Church
                 North West Australia
            North West Australia

 Prayer Notes January - April 2018
“Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.”

INDEX
Day 1    Kununurra
Day 2    Broome
Day 3    Broome
Day 4    Port Headland
Day 5    Port Hedland Mission to Seafarers
Day 6    Wickham
Day 7    Karratha and Dampier Mission to Seafarers
Day 8    Exmouth
Day 9    Paraburdoo/Tom Price
Day 10   Newman
Day 11   Carnarvon
Day 12   Shark Bay
Day 13   Kalbarri
Day 14   Northampton
Day 15   Bluff Point
Day 16   Geraldton
Day 17   Geraldton
Day 18   Geraldton Mission to Seafarers
Day 19   Mullewa
Day 20   Dongara/Mingenew
Day 21   Diocesan Chaplaincy Ministries
Day 22   Diocesan Oversight
Day 23   Diocesan Administration
Day 24   Diocesan Administration
Day 25   Diocesan Organisations
Day 26   Supporting Organisations
Day 27   Supporting Organisations
Day 28   Supporting Organisations
Day 29   Australian Supportive Dioceses
Day 30   Overseas Link Diocese
Day 31   Province of WA

Kununurra
St James Anglican Church
Service Time: 9.30am
                                                            Day          1
The Revd Daniel & Mrs Rebecca Faricy
(Rachael & Jessica)
PO Box 117, Kununurra WA 6743
Phone: 0414 826 403
Email: daniel@stjameskununurra.org.au
Thanks for
  1 being able to settle in and make new friends.
  2 the faithful saints that God has gathered together in Kununurra.
  3 the wet season, waterfalls, and God’s beautiful creation.
  4 the way God is growing his people as we grapple with God’s word.
Prayer Points
  1 That God would save people in Kununurra as we preach the gospel.
  2 For energy and excitement for serving Jesus as we start the year.
  3 For wisdom for Parish Council as we make decisions about ministry.
  4 For clarity as Daniel prepares and preaches each week.

Broome
Church of the Annunciation, 44 Hamersley Street
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                             Day       2
The Revd Michael & Mrs Karen Baines
(Miriam, Abigail, Bethany)
PO Box 158 Broome WA 6725
Phone: (08) 9193 5164
Email: office@broomeanglican.org.au
Thanks for
  1 all the faithful saints who serve the Lord in so many ways in our church.
  2 the support and service of the incomparable Webb and Combe families.
  3 recent opportunities to share / clarify the gospel with various contacts.
  4 the opportunity to screen the film The Case for Christ at the local cinema.
Prayer Points
  1 That our church will help many people trust, follow and share Jesus.
  2 That we’ll make the most of the Wet Season, during which Broome is quiet,
    but the Peoples Church is full due to visitors from the communities.
  3 For 2018 plans (e.g. Mosman mission, more Kimberley ministry).

The Revd Steve & Mrs Tamara Combe
(Hannah, Sarah, Nathanael)
PO Box 3938, Broome WA 6725
Phone: 0402 402 610
Email: st3vecombe@gmail.com
Thanks for
  1 the 12 months we’ve now been ministering here in Broome.
  2 the neighbours/people close to our home we’ve been able to get to know.
  3 growing connections with Aboriginal people in ‘nearby’ communities.
  4 the opportunity to take a short break in Jan & see more of the Kimberley.
Prayer Points
  1 For the safety of our congregation travelling and returning back home.
  2 For wisdom in 2018 planning for our youth and ministries further afield.
  3 For continued trust in God’s sovereign control – even things like housing.
  4 That our family unit will be one where grace abounds.

Broome
Church of the Annunciation, 44 Hamersley Street
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                              Day        3
Chris and Karen Webb
(Ezra, Daniel, Emily)
PO Box 694 Broome WA 6725
Mobile: 0406 740 516
Email: ckwebby@cms.org.au
Thanks for
  1 the opportunity to explain the good news of Jesus to many Aboriginal
    people over the Christmas period.
  2 overall good health in our family last year.
  3 all our supporters who give and pray for us as we serve in Broome.
Prayer Points
  1 For God to build his church in One Arm Point Community and bring some
    men to faith (currently there’s only one man among the Christians there).
  2 For God to give us wisdom as we plan an event to encourage and support
    church leaders across the Kimberley.

Port Hedland
St Matthew’s, 9 Padbury Place
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                              Day      4
The Revd Philip & Mrs Elke Knight
(Annabella & Lilly)
9 Padbury Place Port Hedland WA 6721
Phone: (08) 9173 4324
Email: philipelkeknight@hotmail.com
Thanks for
  1 a refreshing holiday in NSW with family and friends during January.
  2 a good core group of committed Christians at church.
  3 growth in numbers at Home Group and Ladies Thursday Bible study.
  4 God’s sovereign control over people, places and events.
Prayer Points
  1 For our church to connect with new people coming to town.
  2 For Lilly in her first year at high school and Annabella in Year 11.
  3 For God to build his church as people constantly come and go.
  4 For a great Easter celebration and opportunities to share the gospel.

Port Hedland Mission to Seafarers Day
Port Hedland Seafarers’ Centre,
Wedge St, Port Hedland
                                                                           5
The Revd Derek & Mrs Amanda McArtney
Lot 1 Mitchie Crescent, South Hedland WA 6722
Phone: 0499 778 116
Email: dna15@bigpond.com

Thanks for
  1 the opportunity to meet men and women who really appreciate what we
    do; what a blessing it is to be blessed.
  2 the vision seafarers have for the future of their families and their nations,
    especially those from poorer countries.
Prayer Points
  1 That we will take opportunities to give courage to the fearful.
  2 Meet the needs of the seafarers and not ours.
  3 Remember the faces and names of those we spend time with.

Associate Chaplain: Garry & Kathy South
60 Goode St, Port Hedland WA 6721
Phone: (08) 9173 1315 Fax: (08) 9173 2413
Email: phil4v13@y7mail.com
Thanks for
  1 the safe arrival of our sixth grandchild and the
    time spent with them recently
  2 being able to make a difference in the lives of the Seafarers
  3 the joy and love of serving the Seafarers Centre through the last six years.
  4 a new team working to serve the Seafarers and share God’s love
Prayer Points
  1 Safety for the Seafarers in their work and peace regarding family at home.
  2 Continued good health to enable us to serve at the Seafarers Centre.
  3 For a new building to allow us to provide more for the Seafarers needs.
  4 A strong team working together to spread the gospel and God’s love.

Wickham
Wickham Community Hall, (enter off Carse Street)
Service Time: 10.00am
                                                            Day        6
The Revd Richard & Mrs Tracy Goscombe
(Rachel, Joshua & Sarah)
33 Herbert Way Wickham WA 6720
Phone: 0407 990 099
Email: wickhamanglican@bigpond.com
Thanks for
  1 the Pilbara Archdeaconry and the leadership of Les & Jenny Gaulton.
  2 this fellowship that has provided great blessings to those in isolated
    ministry centres.
  3 Les & Jenny for their wonderful and faithful ministry over many years.
Prayer Points
  1 For continued growth in numbers and maturity for the Church in Wickham.
  2 For Matt Warth who has been hampered by a long-term infection.
  3 For funds to continue the restoration of the oldest church in the NW, Holy
  4 Trinity Historic Church at Roebourne, with works now halfway through.

Karratha
St Mary Magdalene, Cnr Locker/Samson Streets
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                              Day        7
Archdeacon Les & Mrs Jenny Gaulton
2 Samson Way, Karratha WA 6714
Phone: (08) 9144 2594
Email: lesgkarratha@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the refreshing long service and annual leave we enjoyed.
  2 the locums who served in the parish while we were away.
  3 the privilege of serving the congregation of Karratha over these last 14
    years and the many opportunities we’ve had to share the gospel.
Prayer Points
  1 That the recent child protection training will enhance ministry to children
    in the parish.
  2 That those who have moved away will find churches that encourage them
    in the scriptures.

Dampier Mission to Seafarers
6 The Esplanade, Dampier WA 6713
The Revd Jacob & Mrs Jennifer De Salis
(Malakai, Esther, Reggie, Jonah & Fenella)
Phone: (08) 9183 1424
Email: chaplain@dampierseafarers.org
Thanks for
  1 the opportunities to care for the many seafarers who come to Dampier.
  2 volunteers at the centre, especially Shawn Meng’s as centre manager.
  3 the good news of Jesus that’s central to all we do in the mission.
Prayer Points
  1 For God’s strength to remain faithful in my personal life and ministry.
  2 For God to protect seafarers as they face the constant dangers of the sea.
  3 For more opportunities to share about the mission to seafarers ministry.

Exmouth
Exmouth Community Church, 8 Pelias Street
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                           Day         8
The Revd Frank & Mrs Joanne Nicol
(Lydia, Eli & Silas)
PO Box 542 Exmouth 6707
Phone: (08) 9949 1694
Email: franknicol82@gmail.com
Thanks for
  1 the blessing of family in Christ in Exmouth.
  2 answered prayer for gospel opportunities.
  3 times of relaxation in January.
Prayer Points
  1 That the parish council and myself would have godly vision in 2018.
  2 That we would welcome newcomers to our town and church well.
  3 That God continues to bless the school chaplaincy ministry this year.
  4 That God would grow our faith that we might boldly proclaim his gospel.

Paraburdoo/Tom Price
St Philips, Ashburton Avenue Paraburdoo
                                                                 Day
Service Time: Paraburdoo 7pm (contact Diocesan Office for details)
                                                                       9
Parish of Paraburdoo/Tom Price
PO Box 268 Paraburdoo 6754
Vacant

Thanks for
  1 the faithful ministry of Dave and Priya Morgan over the last 4 years.
  2 new people in the town who have joined the church.
  3 community groups supportive of a church in town and what it can offer.
  4 new opportunities for engaging with the community.
Prayer Points
  1 That God will raise up a minister willing to serve in Paraburdoo and for
    someone or some family to move to Paraburdoo to support the ministry.
  2 For wisdom in how we serve and the decisions required while we seek a
    new minister for the congregation.

Newman
St Stephens, Hilditch Avenue
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                        Day        10
The Revd Roger & Mrs Amanda Kyngdon
(Ada, Eliza & Benjamin)
11 Hilditch Ave Newman WA 6753
Phone: 0416 194 821 (Roger) 0425 222 263 (Amanda)

Thanks for
  1 a great time of learning and growing during our time at Bluff Point.
  2 a safe and trouble free move and settling in time to Newman.
  3 great support from the diocese and BCA as we move.
  4 God’s provision in all things.
Prayer Points
  1 For us all as we settle into our new life in Newman, especially the kids as
    they start new schools and make new friends.
  2 For a good start to ministry in Newman and good connections made with
    church families and other people in the community.

Carnarvon
St George’s, 10 Francis Street
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                       Day       11
The Revd Brian & Mrs Annie Fyffe
PO Box 230 Carnarvon WA 6701
Phone: (08) 9941 1571
Email: fyffee@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the school chaplaincy funding being renewed until the end of 2018.
  2 the many visitors to our church and their generous support during 2017.
  3 faithful service by congregational members over many years.
  4 faithful witness to the apostolic gospel of Jesus Christ in this diocese.
Prayer Points
  1 For wisdom as Brian seeks to develop the chaplaincy work at the high
    school.
  2 For the Kid’s Club to keep growing and for good engagement with families.
  3 For the congregation to grow, especially with younger families.

Shark Bay
St Andrew-by-the-Sea, Hughes Street
Service Time: 9.00am
                                                         Day       12
Parish of Shark Bay
Vacant

Thanks for
  1 God’s work in the lives of those who belong to the congregation.
  2 Willing servants who continue to travel to Shark Bay in order to serve the
    church and preach the gospel - especially for the ministry of Jonathan
    Earnshaw; Jeremy Rice; Bill & Jocelyn Ross; and others.
Prayer Points
  1 Keep praying for how we can witness to Jesus in this small coastal town.
  2 That God may raise up a minister willing to self-fund for the sake of gospel
    ministry and the encouragement of God’s people in this community.
  3 That church members may rely on Christ’s strength to persevere.

Kalbarri
St Mark’s, 51 Porter Street
                                                        Day        13
Service Time: 9.00am; 5.00pm Cafe Church
The Revd David & Mrs Jenny Day
(Nathanael)
PO Box 110 Kalbarri WA 6536
Phone: (08) 9937 1244
Email: kalbarrianglican@gmail.com
Thanks for
  1 the subtle ways we are encouraged the Lord is working in Kalbarri.
  2 the ministry of the New Life Op Shop here in Kalbarri.
  3 a restful time of leave during Christmas and refreshment to minister
    effectively during 2018.
Prayer Points
  1 For plans to reach out to Kalbarri in 2018 and promote Jesus here.
  2 For a review of ministry here in Kalbarri – what’s working and what’s not.
  3 For children and youth we have regular contact with to encounter Christ.
  4 For Nathanael and his schooling and continued growth towards maturity.

Northampton
Holy Trinity, 193 Hampton Road (opp Caravan Park)
Service Time: 8.30am
                                                      Day       14
The Revd Eldred & Mrs Geraldine Royce
PO Box 157, Northampton, WA 6535
Mobile: 0498 999 540
Email: eandg.royce@bigpond.com

Thanks for
  1 the turnaround in the 2017 season for the farmers.
  2 the continuing freedoms we have to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus.
  3 His faithful people here in the Northampton Church.
  4 healthy Gospel focussed Bible Studies at Church.
Prayer Points
  1 For those who persevere with Godly principles here in Australia.
  2 For those who have serious depression to seek help from the Lord.
  3 The wisdom for farmers as they plan for next year on top of a hard season.
  4 That the Gospel of Jesus will be a bright winsome light in dark places.

Honorary Supporting Minister
The Revd Peter & Mrs Dot Harris
PO Box 241 Northampton WA 6535
Phone: (08) 9934 1062
Email: pdiharris@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the late rains which benefited some farmers.
  2 Archdeacon Andrew Burr and Registrar Jon Earnshaw’s contribution to the
    Diocese.
  3 God’s presence in our daily lives.
Prayer Points
  1 That the ministry of those moving to new parishes will bear fruit.
  2 For all organisations and services that relieve suffering.
  3 For all those people who reflect Christ in their daily lives.

Bluff Point
St George’s, 367 Chapman Road Bluff Point
Service Time: 7.30am; 9.30am
                                                       Day       15
The Revd Paul & Mrs Melinda Spackman
(Macauley, Gabrielle & Anneka)
369 Chapman Road, Bluff Point WA 6530
Phone: (08) 9923 1206
Email: paul.as@westnet.com.au
Thanks for
  1 12 years of ministry at the Cathedral coming to an end in January 2018.
  2 the friendships we have built up over that time.
  3 welcoming people at St Georges.
  4 the Burrs and Kyngdons ministry.
Prayer Points
  1 For energy and wisdom as we settle into a new ministry.
  2 For time to build relationships with the saints of St Georges.
  3 For the Parish Council that they might be seeking God’s glory.
  4 That we would love God and love our neighbour as ourselves.

Geraldton
Cathedral of The Holy Cross
Service Time: 6.45am; 8.15am; 10am; 5pm; Weds 10am
                                                       Day        16
The Very Revd Peter & Mrs Virginia Grice
(Matt, Tom, Freya, Mim, Eddy)
PO Box 271 Geraldton 6531
Phone: (08) 9921 2649
Email: peter_grice@email.com
Thanks for
  1 Paul’s many years of faithful service at the Cathedral.
  2 growth in family and youth ministry.
  3 outreach to bereaved families through funerals.
  4 opportunities to witness to our community at Christmas.
Prayer Points
  1 For a blessed transition for the Spackman family to Bluff Point.
  2 For adjustments as we continue ministries with reduced staff.
  3 For trust in God’s provision in all things.
  4 For a wise witness to a sceptical world.
The Revd Eion & Mrs Claire Simmons
(Ngaire, Josiah, Hayley, Caleb, Aurora)
18A Carson Terrace, Geraldton WA, 6530
Mobile: 0408 951 415 (Eion); 0439 393 808 (Claire)
Email: eion.simmons@gmail.com; eionandclaire@gmail.com
Thanks for
  1 a great first year in Geraldton as part of the cathedral team.
  2 the children and youth leaders at the cathedral.
  3 the privilege of involvement in the chapel services at Geraldton Grammar.
  4 ordination as a priest in December.
Prayer Points
  1 For a productive time of planning and preparation for the year in January.
  2 For additional leaders to join our youth and children’s ministry teams.
  3 For a smooth transition to less cathedral staff.
  4 For new families to be well welcomed to the cathedral.

Geraldton
Cathedral of The Holy Cross
Service Time: 6.45am; 8.15am; 10am; 5pm; Weds 10am
                                                          Day     17
Honorary Supporting Minister
Archdeacon Bill & Mrs Jocelyn Ross
3 Thornhill Lane, Geraldton WA 6530
Phone: (08) 9921 3614
(Bill) M: 0417 969 110 E: bill.ross@kisser.net.au
(Jocelyn) M: 0447 061 057 E: jocelynclareross@gmail.com

Thanks for
  1 the enjoyable ministry with the residents at monthly Arcadia Waters Village
    Services.
  2 the energy and safe travel for part time locum ministry at Shark Bay.
Prayer Points
  1 For God’s love and peace for the families of several Wednesday Church
    members gone to glory in recent months.
  2 For continued health, energy and inspiration for our part time ministries at
    Holy Cross Cathedral and in the Geraldton community.

Honorary Supporting Minister
The Revd Garry & Mrs Joyce Hamersley
Ministry Co-ordinator
PO Box 1256 Geraldton WA 6531
Phone: (08) 9965 2001 Email: garry.joyce@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the encouragement of the Bible Study group.
  2 the finishing rains for the crops.
  3 the opportunity to share the gospel within rural community.
Prayer Points
  1 For Neesha Flint the new Principal of Geraldton Grammar School.
  2 For all suffering Mental Health issues in the community.
  3 That we can trust God in all we do every day.
  4 For the congregation numbers to grow throughout the region.

Geraldton Mission to Seafarers
Geraldton Seafarers’ Centre
                                                        Day         18
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri – 1300 till 2130; Sat to Sun – 1800 till 2130

The Revd Wayne & Mrs Gladys Sutton
PO Box 744, Geraldton WA 6531
Mobile: 0466 128 285
Email: geraldtonmts@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the privilege of caring for Seafarers from around the world in Jesus name.
  2 the dedication and faithfulness of our Ambassadors (Volunteers).
  3 the provision of an updated 12 seat bus via a grant from AMWS.
  4 energy and resources to maintain a haven ashore for Seafarers.
Prayer Points
  1 That God’s work of caring for the Foreigner would win souls for Christ.
  2 For safety and comfort for Seafarers in their daily work at sea and in port.
  3 Further development of our Centre to better cater for Seafarers.
  4 Funding to enable the construction of an extra Building/Residence.

Mullewa
St Andrew’s, 12 Padbury Street Mullewa
Service Time: 8.30am (2nd & 4th Sunday)
                                                         Day        19
The Revd Don Miller
PO Box 70 Mullewa WA 6630
Phone: 0428 376 657
Email: ululla1@bigpond.com

Thanks for
  1 the coming of Jesus into our world.
  2 the fullness of life that he offers.
  3 the huge numbers of people that local famers continue to feed.
  4 our daily bread.
Prayer Points
  1 That we will be open to God’s plans throughout this year.
  2 That the cares of this world and the love of riches won’t strangle His
    message.
  3 For all those our lives connect with.

Dongara/Mingenew
Dongara, Waldeck St - Service Time: 9.00am
                                                        Day       20
Mingenew, Victoria St - Service Time: 11.30am (last Sunday of month)

The Revd David & Mrs Traci Mitchell
(Daphne & Edward)
PO Box 126 Dongara WA 6525
Mobile: 0409 049 416
Email: rev.davidmitchell@gmail.com
Thanks for
  1 a committed group of members in Dongara & Mingenew.
  2 our Bible fellowship groups starting up this year.
  3 the opportunity to connect to the community: holidays; Easter; Anzac Day.
  4 expecting a new baby in May.
Prayer Points
  1 That our year kicks off with clear goals for the year, pray especially for
    opportunities to grow our Christian family in number and maturity.
  2 That God gives us wisdom and enthusiasm for the work of ministry.
  3 That Traci and the new baby stay healthy.

Honorary Supporting Minister
The Revd Philip & Mrs Kathy Knife
PO Box 413 Dongara WA 6525
Phone: (08) 9927 2935
Email: philipknife2@bigpond.com
Thanks for
  1 the faithfulness, perseverance and encouragement of our Bible Study
    group throughout the past year and on into this year.
  2 the safety in travel with our many comings and goings.
  3 the opportunities for outreach and ministry in our retirement.
Prayer Points
  1 For David, our minister and his family as we continue to support them.
  2 For son Andrew and his wife Deanne as pastors in their church.
  3 Pray with us for our many faithful but non-Christian friends and relatives.
  4 For the opportunities for us to continue ministry and outreach this year.

Diocesan Chaplaincy Ministries
                                                         Day      21
Hospital Chaplain
The Revd Jeremy & Mrs Virginia Rice
12 Clematis Crescent Utakarra WA 6530
Mobile: 0418 245 528
Email: jvrice@westnet.com.au
Thanks for
  1 our first grandchild: Amayah-Grace, to Peter & Sharon Rice.
  2 the privilege of being hospital chaplain in Geraldton Hospital.
  3 prayer and financial support for the chaplain.
  4 people dying well with confidence in God’s promises.
Prayer Points
  1 To catch up on my study of the Cert IV course in Bereavement Support.
  2 The Holy Spirit would give me the right words in difficult circumstances.
  3 Christ’s strength, compassion and wisdom to speak well at funerals.
  4 People to turn to God in times of suffering and loss.

Greenough Regional Prison Chaplain
The Revd Capt David & Mrs Alison Hilton
(Mizaliah & Morwenna)
21 Ainsworth Street Geraldton WA 6530
Phone: (08) 9965 0436; Email: dhilton@westnet.com.au
Thanks for
  1 the opportunity and freedom to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
  2 those inmates who attend the various weekend meetings.
  3 those who volunteer in our various prison ministries.
  4 those who have continued to be strong in their faith post-release.
Prayer Points
  1 For the families and communities from which our inmates come.
  2 For God’s continual guidance as I ‘wander with intent’ within Greenough.
  3 For strength for inmates to continue to be faithful to Christ post-release.
  4 For those undertaking bible studies with Crossroads Prison Ministry.

Diocesan Oversight
                                                        Day      22
Bishop Gary & Mrs Christine Nelson
11 Mark Way Mount Tarcoola WA 6530
Phone: (08) 9921 4653
Email: bishop@anglicandnwa.org

Thanks for
  1 the wonderful life saving message of the gospel – may we never take it for
    granted, nor wander into compromise under societal pressure.
  2 the faithful ministry of the Burrs, the Morgans and Jon Earnshaw – we pray
    for God’s blessing on their continued ministry as they serve in other places.
Prayer Points
  1 That God will provide the continuing resources required for ministry –
    especially in the diocesan office with the new position of financial officer.
  2 That God will raise up ministers for the parishes of Karratha & Paraburdoo
  3 That God will grant me wisdom to lead so that the gospel remains central.

Diocesan Council and Trustees

Thanks for
  1 all who are willing to serve in this diocesan oversight role through the
    Diocesan Council and as Trustees;
  2 the privilege of involvement in administration so that more effective
    gospel ministry can be sustained and nurtured.
Prayer Points
  1 For wise decision making concerning property and resource matters.
  2 For a smooth transition for the new Registrar (Khim) and Diocesan Financial
    Officer (Pieter).
  3 For insight into the pressing matters surrounding ministry in small towns.

Diocesan Administration
PO Box 2783 Geraldton WA 6531
Phone (08) 9921 7277
                                                         Day        23
Registrar
Dr Khim & Mrs Eugenie Harris
18B Carson Terrace, Geraldton
Phone: (08) 9921 7277
Email: registrar@anglicandnwa.org
Thanks for
  1 family and friends who helped us pack up and move from Shenton Park to
    Geraldton.
  2 the joy of being part of a loving church family.
  3 God’s faithfulness and comfort through a time of change and transition.
Prayer Points
  1 For our youngest son Luke as he settles in to a new school in Geraldton.
  2 For our four children we ‘left behind’, Peter, Samuel, Philip & Simon.
  3 That we can listen and learn from the DNWA parishes about how to best
    support their gospel work.

Diocesan Financial Officer
Mr Pieter & Mrs Belinda Overmeire
(Felix & Arnold)
44 Sunnybanks Drive Strathalbyn WA 6530
Phone: 0418 952 661; Email: povermeire@iinet.net.au
Thanks for
  1 God’s peace and joy as we move into a new place.
  2 the opportunity to serve Christ in regional WA.
  3 the warmth and hospitality shown by Geraldton Christians.
  4 all the helpful staff at the NW Diocesan Office.
Prayer Points
  1 For wisdom in the many decisions we are making.
  2 That we will continue to teach our children christian truths.
  3 For growth in our faith and understanding of God.
  4 That we will settle into a new church quickly.

Diocesan Administration
PO Box 2783 Geraldton WA 6531
                                                          Day       24
Phone (08) 9921 7277

Accountant: Mrs Rebecca Sutherland
Email: bsutherland@anglicandnwa.org
Secretary: Mrs Joanne Klein
Email: secretary@anglicandnwa.org

Thanks for
  1 the privilege of serving in gospel ministry in North West Australia through
    diocesan administration.
  2 God’s provision of a new Registrar and Diocesan Financial Officer.
  3 the God-given wisdom sustaining us in our roles at the diocesan office.
Prayer Points
  1 That the new office staff will settle in quickly and that as a team we will get
    to know one another and work well together.
  2 That the Harris & Overmeier families will feel at home in the North West.
  3 For God’s continuing provision of all the resourcing needs of our diocese.

Diocesan Organisations
                                                     Day      25
THE MOTHERS’ UNION
Diocesan President: Mrs Gladys Sutton
PO Box 3471, Bluff Point, WA, 6530
Mobile: 0414 373 510
Email: gladyssutton@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the blessings of 2017, and that we can look forward to the new year.
  2 all of our heavenly provisions.
  3 all our members for their faithfulness and fellowship.
Prayer Points
  1 For a good start to 2018 and programme development.
  2 For the Mothers’ Union family around the world.
  3 With God’s help, we can maintain the Mothers’ Union vision throughout
    the diocese.

Day
                                    Supporting Organisations
                                                                   26
NATIONAL OFFICE - NATIONAL DIRECTOR
The Revd Mark & Mrs Monica Short
L7 37 York Street Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: (02) 9262 5017
Email: mark.short@bushchurchaid.com.au
Thanks for
  1 January - a month when things can be more relaxed for the Field Staff.
  2 February - a month where church ministries and events start up again.
  3 March - that opportunities to invite people to Easter services will abound.
  4 April - for new people coming to church because of the Easter message.
Prayer Points
  1 For safety and good health for BCA Field Staff if they are travelling.
  2 For a good start to school for Field Staff children and their parents.
  3 For opportunity to proclaim Christ as Lord at Easter.
  4 For follow-up with and support of people after the Easter services.

WA BRANCH - REGIONAL OFFICER
The Revd Robert & Mrs Kaye Healy
BCA WA Office - St Alban’s Highgate
PO Box 394 Mt Lawley WA 6929
Ph: 0428 288 473
Email: rob.healy@westnet.com.au

Thanks for
  1 the love and care of my family during a difficult eight months with a
    broken foot.
Prayer Points
  1 For the healing on my broken foot from the surgery in late November.
  2 For Kaye as she continues to care for me.
  3 That 2018 will provide many opportunities to witness to Christ through the
    ministry of BCA.

AUSTRALIA
                                                          Day
                                     Supporting Organisations
                                                                     27
NATIONAL OFFICE – FEDERAL SECRETARY
The Revd Peter & Mrs Marcelle Rodgers
PO Box 20095 World Square NSW 2002
Phone: (02) 9284 6777
Email: cmsa@cms.org.au
Thanks for
  1 raising up many new missionaries to serve around the globe.
  2 churches planted and new converts in places where the church is small
    and weak.
  3 meeting our end of financial year targets for support of our missionaries.
Prayer Points
  1 For several seriously unwell missionaries, for healing and peace.
  2 That God would raise up more missionaries to serve our indigenous
    brothers and sisters.
  3 For the missionaries-in-training preparing at St Andrew’s Hall

WESTERN AUSTRALIA – GENERAL SECRETARY
The Revd David & Mrs Alisan Greeff
31 Acheson Crescent Woodvale WA 6026
Phone: 0497 168 935
Email: dgreeff@cms.org.au
Thanks for
  1 the encouragement and joy of beginning new partnerships with churches
    and individuals who desire to see a world that knows Jesus.
  2 the faithful service of Khim Harris as Branch General Secretary over the
    past 5 months (and Branch Chairman before that).
Prayer Points
  1 For David and Alisan Greeff (with Étienne and Caris) as they settle into Perth;
    and as David takes on the role of Branch General Secretary.
  2 For B as she continues her language learning, for J as she begins her new
    role in a new city; and for D & S as they prepare for a new teaching year.

Supporting Organisations
                                                        Day         28
DIOCESE OF SYDNEY
Archbishop Glen & Mrs Di Davies
PO Box Q190 QVB Post Office NSW 1230
Phone: (02) 9265 1555
Email: registry@sydney.anglican.asn.au
Thanks for
  1 Faithful men and women supporting gospel ministry
    not only in Sydney but across Australia and beyond.
  2 Archbishop Glenn’s able leadership in the recent marriage debate.
  3 Sydney diocese’s continued financial support of the North West.
Prayer Points
  1 For continued wise initiatives in gospel outreach within the diocese.
  2 For wisdom in dealing with the difficult issues currently faced with society.
  3 That those in diocesan administration may be diligent in their oversight of
    resources for ministry and in support for parishes and diocesan agencies.

TRINITY THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE
Principal Don West
632-634 Newcastle St, Leederville, Perth WA 6007
Phone: (08) 9228 9067 Email: reception@ttc.wa.edu.au
Web: www.ttc.wa.edu.au
Thanks for
  1 New and returning students for semester 1, 2018.
  2 The opportunity and freedom to equip men and women to serve Jesus.
  3 Graduating students; Commencement & Graduation Service on 26th Feb.
  4 Graduates in Gospel ministry locally, Australia-wide and abroad.
Prayer Points
  1 For new students and their spouses/families to settle in well.
  2 God to provide all that the College needs to fulfil his work in 2018.
  3 Pastors and churches to actively seek and encourage men and women
    towards ministry.

Australian Supportive Dioceses
                                                       Day       29
DIOCESE OF ARMIDALE
Bishop Rick & Mrs Janene Lewers
PO Box 198 Armidale NSW 2350
Phone: (02) 6772 4491
Email: office@armidaleanglicandiocese.com
Thanks for
  1 the ministry of clergy families among us now called to serve elsewhere
  2 fellowship through garden tours and other events amidst Creation’s beauty
  3 the legacy of peace we have by all who served, and serve now, in Defence
  4 opportunities for respectful dialogue which societal change can offer.
Prayer Points
  1 That those relocating may settle quickly into their new towns & ministries.
  2 For the appointing of ministry workers to serve in their places among us.
  3 For all whose loved ones have been gathered & those who comfort them
  4 That our witness seeks to be in the will of the Saviour and His purposes.

DIOCESE OF TASMANIA
Bishop Richard & Mrs Helen Condie
GPO Box 748 Hobart TAS 7001
Phone: (03) 6220 2020
Email: bishop@anglicantas.org.au
Thanks for
  1 a successful Anglican Camping Season.
  2 the outstanding teaching at SummerView 2018.
  3 a number of Deacons recently Ordained.
  4 that we are ‘a Church for Tasmania, making disciples of Jesus’.
Prayer Points
  1 That the work of Anglican Camping Tasmania will bear fruit in the lives of
    the children who attended camps and their families.
  2 For all those who attended SummerView, that they would be inspired and
    challenged to make disciples.

Overseas Link Diocese
                                                      Day        30
Karamoja - Uganda
Bishop Joseph & Mama Margaret
Australian Contact: Archdeacon Les Gaulton
Phone: (08) 9144 2594
Email: karratha@anglicandnwa.org
Thanks for
  1 God’s enabling hand to persevere in the midst of difficult times with an
    acute shortage of resources.
  2 ministers faithfully proclaiming God’s word as they seek to bring the
    gospel to the people of their towns and villages.
Prayer Points
  1 For Bishop Joseph that he may have God’s wisdom for the many pressing
    decisions to be made & issues to be faced in this resource poor diocese.
  2 Keep praying for the Karamoja region to be removed from ‘no go’ lists of
    governments enabling more assistance to be provided for those in need.

Province of W.A.
                                                         Day        31
The Diocese of North West Australia is part of a group of dioceses
known as the Province of WA. We meet to discuss matters of
mutual concern and to allocate funding from provincial resources
to WA dioceses and other organisations.

Thanks for
  1 the goodness of God in Jesus Christ.
  2 faithful people in the parishes and agencies of the Province.
  3 new appointments in diocesan leadership and organisations.
  4 the foresight of people from the past in establishing trusts for ministry.
Prayer Points
  1 For wisdom in the use of resources set aside to support ministry across
    our province and for diligence by all who administer them.
  2 For links with Africa such as Perth’s link diocese of Eldoret in Kenya.
  3 For godly leadership by bishops throughout our province.

A Prayer Diary Note
Friends thank you for your commitment to pray for us.
Just a brief note to explain how our North West prayer
diary is compiled.
We seek to particularly pray for:

  i)    All those ministering in the diocese (Days 1-25)
  ii)   Key organisations supporting ministry in the
        diocese (Days 26-28)
  iii) Dioceses we have a particular relationship with
       (Day 29)
  iv) Our Ugandan link diocese of Karamoja (Day 30)
  v)    The province of WA (Day 31)

The Anglican Church
    North West Australia

 PO Box 2783, Geraldton WA 6531
         Ph (08) 9921 7277
email reception@anglicandnwa.org
 website www.anglicandnwa.org