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29th April 2026
More Than History
Throughout the book of Acts we read of the beautiful and impactful movement of the Holy Spirit in the life of the early church.
The life and example of these first believers to receive the Holy Spirit continues to be an inspiring (sometimes challenging!) one for us today. Across this term we will celebrate their courage, admire their faith, be thankful for their faithfulness and praise God for their impact. Yet this is more than a history lesson for us at NVBC in 2026!
For we are ultimately part of the same movement: we too are called to be Jesus' witnesses, joining with God's Kingdom agenda to bring blessing to the ends of the earth, being on mission together as God's people living and proclaiming the Good News of Jesus. What a vision for our lives!!
Over our church in 2026 we have set the theme of 'movement': we don't want to be building a museum or a monument, we want to be part of a movement!!
As we read through and preach through Acts this term, our prayer is that will we together be inspired and mobilised by the example of these early disciples. From the time of Acts the Gospel movement baton has continued to be passed from generation to generation... and it's our turn now.
New Song: Dwelling Place
This Sunday, we’re introducing a new song! Dwelling Place, by Mitch Wong and Mia Fields, carries a simple but powerful prayer: “Make me a dwelling place… a place for You to rest, a place for You to speak, for You to have Your way.”
Throughout Scripture, we see God’s desire not just to be near His people, but to dwell within them. We are reminded in 1 Corinthians 6:19 that we are temples of the Holy Spirit, and in John 14:23 that God makes His home with those who love Him. This song gives voice to that truth—not as an idea, but as a daily surrender.
“Dwelling Place” invites us beyond singing into transformation. It echoes the cry of Psalm 24:3–4, asking for clean hands and a pure heart, and reflects the posture of Romans 12:1—offering our lives as living sacrifices. It’s a reminder that worship is more than a moment; it’s a life set apart, available, and yielded to God.
As we prepare for Sunday, have a listen ahead of time to become familiar with the melody and take a moment to reflect: Where is God inviting you to make more room for Him? What might it look like to become a place where His presence feels at home?
Event Launch: Kids Day Out!
Next school holidays we are excited to be one of the host locations for a new Baptist Ministries initiative: Kids Day Out! Run for the kids across our region, Kids Day Out will be one epic day of fun, friendship, encounters with God and memory making moments! Run Tuesday July 7 in the school holidays, Kids Day Out is for any kids in Years 2-6 at school.
Pop this one in your diaries now, invite all your friends and when you're ready to: Rego here.
If you would be interested in helping or being a leader on Kids Day Out, let Kaye know here.
Alpha Course
Last Sunday night it was great to begin our Term 2 Alpha Course. If you are looking for a safe space to ask questions and explore life, faith and meaning it is not too late to jump in and join this term's Alpha Course running Sunday nights at 6:30pm.
Learn more and rego here.
This Week
Seniors Morning Tea (Thurs 30 April)
Join for a time of connection over morning tea, 10am at Mount Penang Gardens. Please RSVP to Bob and Heather Gibson ASAP if you are planning on joining. Bob Gibson– mobile: 0439 282 451, email: robert5037@hotmail.com
Baptisms (Sun 3 May)
We are excited for baptisms this Sunday in both services! At AM: Jane Jones, Isaac Miller, Sophie Cannings, Emma Holland. At PM: Blake Brown, Aroura Clement.
Travis will also continue our Acts series looking at Peter's first sermon on the day of Pentecost (which ends with a baptism service!)
Coming Up
Mothers Day (Sun 10 May)
Come celebrate mothers with scones after the services and with a special mother's day message from Sunny Brown.
Count Me In Lunch (Sun 24 May)
For anyone interested or ready to become a Ministry Partner of NVBC.
Learn more and rego here.
For all other upcoming events, visit:
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