28th October 2026
28th October 2026
Gathering
from Johnny
This weekend, 145 of us will be gathering together down at Crosslands for The Gathering Camp. There will also be those gathered in Narara on Sunday morning.
The church in the New Testament was called the 'ekklesia' - the greek word for a gathering or an assembly. We gather together every week, at church services and connect groups, ministry programs and meetings, for a coffee or a meal or a catch-up. Gathering is what makes us the church.
Please be praying for our big Gathering this weekend, as we set aside intentional time to be gathered for a couple of days. Pray that we would all be connected to one another more deeply, that God would provide space and time for us to connect with each other and with Him, that this weekend would bear fruit going forward, as a church that is more united, where people know one another more, and where we can encourage one another and build one another up in our faith.
Ministry Apprenticeship Program
We are excitedly working towards a 2027 Ministry Apprentice at NVBC to participate in the Ministry Apprenticeship Program developed by the Coast Baptist collective of churches. This apprenticeship is focused towards leadership development and personal formation, through the opportunity to experience a supervised, practical ministry environment where they can invest, test and grow in their sense of gifting and calling.
Applications are now open: anyone over 18 who is feeling drawn to the Apprenticeship is encouraged to come have an initial chat to Travis or any of our pastoral team. The Ministry Apprenticeship Role Description and Application Form are below.
Fundraising Update: we have now hit nearly 65% of our fundraising goal in donations and pledges since launching the campaign!
To help fully fund the program, please give (into our offering account or at the Info Desk), making sure to use the reference '2027Apprentice' when you do (every bit helps!). Or you can make a Pledge of a future contribution by filling in a Pledge form at the Info Desk or contact Travis.
Next Emerging Leaders Cohort
This year we have had Joné, Maddie, Georgia & Olivia from NVBC participate in the Emerging Leaders Program run by our Coast Baptist collective of churches. Through monthly meet ups, a retreat and conference the program equips, mentors and releases young adults into leadership, helping them grow in their faith, develop their gifts and make a difference in their churches and the wider Central Coast community.
The 2027 Emerging Leaders Program is coming and is open to any Young adults aged 18 to 25 who are part of a Baptist church in the Central Coast. It is for any who want to lead well wherever God has placed them, who is ready to grow in character, conviction and capability.
If you are interest in learning more, nominating an NVBC young adult, or are a young adult keen to be involved - you can read more about the Program overview below:
We're Hiring: Children and Families Pastor
As we continue to pray blessing over Rachel in her final term as our Children and Families Pastor, we also begin praying for God's leading and provision of the right person to step into the role next year. Please be in prayer over this search process - for God's hand to clearly guide and direct all applicants and the search team across the coming weeks.
If you, or someone you know, would potentially be interested in the role, you can learn more about the role here. Any questions, expressions of interests or applications can be submitted to church@nvbc.info.
Keep Covering our Year 12s!
Some of our Year 12s have already finished all their exams, while others are about at their half-way point. Let's keep praying over our Year 12 students as they complete their HSC exams. The prayer calendar is below to help us pray for specific exams and students:
"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus" - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
This Week
Seniors Morning Tea (Thurs 29 Oct)
10am at Waterfall Cafe, Mt Penang Gardens for a time of connecting over a coffee.
Sunday Service (9:30am ONLY)
This Sunday we have ONE onsite AM Service (no PM Service this weekend).
Bryan Shirley will continue our Acts series onsite at NVBC.
Kids packs will be available during the AM service.
November at NVBC
Men's Breakfast (Sat 7 Nov)
A special men's breakfast at Picnic Point, The Entrance.
Start with a Bacon and Egg roll, grab a coffee from the nearby cafe and connect together. Bring your bike for a ride, kayak for a paddle, legs for a walk, rod for a fish (there will also be a Fly Fishing demonstration) or just your voice for a chat. RSVP here.
Thai Banquet Dinner (Sun 8 Nov)
Mink is hosting a buffet-style Thai meal to raise money for the additional costs involved in her going on the Thailand Global Exposure trip in January. Learn more and rego here.
Sponsor an SRE Bible (Sun 15 Nov)
This year we have the opportunity to sponsor curriculum approved CEV New Testament Bibles to the graduating Yr 6 SRE Students at both Narara and Niagara Park Primary Schools. After the service on Sunday 15th November there will be the chance to pay for and pray for a Bible to be gifted this year ($13ea).
Young Adults Games & Praise (Sat 21 Nov)
All young adults are invited to come for a fun night of games and worship! 5pm-9pm at NVBC with dinner provided. Year 12s are especially welcome. RSVP here.
Thanksgiving Service & Focus Meeting AGM (Sun 29 Nov)
Join us as we celebrate and give thanks for the many blessings of church life this year, and have our Kingdom Kids share some of their highlights. Straight after our AM Service we will also hold our AGM Focus Meeting to approve next year's budget and other ministry matters.
For all other upcoming events, visit:
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