The Lamb of God Chronicle January 2013

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1 The Lamb of God Chronicle January 2013 The Lamb of God Community PO Box Christchurch 8640 Phone [03] Fax [03] Mobile Website: INDEX TO CONTENTS Reflections Page 1-2 Our People Page 2 News and Articles Page 2-6 House Group Resource Page 7 Kairos NZ News Page 8 Web Sites Page 8 Members/Info/Records Page 9 Birthdays/Anniversaries Page 9-10 National Prayer Watch Page REFLECTIONS Of Middle Earth, Gollum, Dragons and Things Yes I will have seen The Hobbit - An Unexpected Journey by the time you read this. In fact two weeks ago I met Gollum at Wellington Airport when Tom Caballes and I spent several hours in an airport meeting. I kept wondering why so many people kept coming close and taking photos of where I was sat and I assumed they were taking aircraft shots out on the tarmac over my shoulder. It was Tom who eventually spotted Gollum lurking a couple of metres above me and probably drooling over my coffee! But, as a Christian and on the same journey as you, I will not be taking an Unexpected Journey and fighting against dragons, goblins, or orcs. I will be continuing an Expected Journey and continuing the fight against sin and sinful patterns in my life as I journey towards God and into Eternity. Paul Kyle in his song Now is the Time sings of such things when time is past and eternity is begun, when Jesus comes again in glory. This week I was again encouraged in this Christian journey in hearing of the passing of Mary, a previous member of the Lamb of God Christchurch. Bill and Mary were early leaders in Christchurch Branch and very fine people. Bill was manager of a large organisation in the city, and Mary involved in the New Zealand Ballet. Some years ago Mary contracted debilitating dementia, Bill gave up his job, and has wonderfully cared for her these years. Veronica and I last met them last year as Bill pushed Mary around the streets in her wheelchair. His love and care for Mary were obvious in every movement and expression as we talked. He included Mary in everything he said despite there being no acknowledgement she was aware of our presence. I was so grateful to

2 OUR PEOPLE Congratulations! To Tep and Beth Roxas [Wellington] who recently tied the knot in the Philippines. With sadness, yet confidence in the Lord, we remember: To Peter & Jacinta Dalgado [Auckland] and family, as Peter's brother has passed away. 2 the Lord that they had shared in our lives over many years, and that on this day Bill gave another teaching, indeed a very practical walking, talking teaching to me. A great example of a Christian marriage and until death us do part. That s where I am going. It is not an Unexpected Journey but rather an Expected Journey travelled with Veronica and my family, and with you, my brothers and sisters in the Lamb of God. Off you go now Gollum and let me finish my coffee Roger Foley: Senior Coordinator [Note to all Branch leaders: Please send your local news/snippets to Roger Foley or Tom Caballes so that we can acknowledge important occasions in the lives of our brothers and sisters and make sure we do not miss any of them.] NEWS AND ARTICLES NOTE TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS - Grace, Mercy and Forgiveness Two years on December 8 the Lord allowed that I should live through significant cardiac surgery entailing the by-passing of thirteen arterial blockages, with five being 90% closure or higher. I KNOW the Lord intervened and I am grateful to him. As you will know the recovery time from such intrusive surgery is a return to light work, if at all possible, in about four months - being mid-april. However just seventy five days after surgery we were hit with that massive 6.3 earthquake causing much loss of life and so much destruction in and around our home and city. Any thoughts of following a managed process towards cardiac recovery finished on 22 February at nine minutes to one in the afternoon. Then Veronica s mum died in England and Bruce kindly escorted her back to the UK to be with her family. The thirteen days following the earthquake were basic survival mode at No. 9 for Gladys the cat and me - no water, no power [I had a generator courtesy of Kieran and Sue but gave it to a neighbour with children] no sewer, no cooking, no refrigeration, scarce petrol and all of the flow on consequences. I simply had no option but to engage circumstances and trust in God for my recovery.

3 3 No one will ever convince me that God did not have his hand on me through all of that. And no one will convince me that I was worthy of any special intervention. At work here was absolute grace and mercy and forgiveness. I often reflect on those first dreamy minutes as my body responded so slowly into consciousness some twelve of fifteen or whatever hours after surgery. Those moments are special [I m alive ] but confused in order as the body comes out, then slips back into un-consciousness. But I remember Veronica, Sue and Kirsten being there. Veronica holding my hand and being amazed at my hunger, Sue standing over my bed in her work gear but still seemingly so far away and speaking in echoes to the hospital staff, and I thought I saw Kirsten walking away from the bed but returning later with an orange drink for me [later on I found out she was there and she did this - God bless her]. My other vivid memory is of our grandchildren surrounding the bed in the recovery room and being warned by their dad not to get too close to me because of all of the wires, tubes, bags and life reading monitors attached to granddad. I must have looked pretty terrible. Then when it came time for the family to go as I slipped once more into dream time, young Sebastian completely forgot dad s instruction and came across the bed to hug and kiss me. The room erupted into oh no and look out but I survived, again! I went into that unexpected surgery as prepared as I could be before the Lord. But I was anxious not for myself, but for my family. I thank God I am still around to enjoy them and to serve with you. Thank you to all of you. Roger SOUTH ISLAND BRANCH NEWS From Blenheim, Branch Lord s Day Meal: On Saturday, December 1, the Blenheim sisters and brothers gathered for a Branch Lords Day Meal in the St Mary s Parish Centre. The formal celebrations lead by Bill & Jenny McElhinney, was attended by about 25 including our Parish Priest Fr Bill Warwick. After the meal, there was an opportunity of honouring David & Janet Aberhart [photo below] as they celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary in late October. The venue was decorated with flowers, balloons, candles, etc. and looked amazing. It was an evening with great food and fellowship had by all. From Kaikoura: How about this for an Outreach Ministry Team trip from Tai and De Stirling of Kaikoura and team? You will note the 4.30am start by car from Kaikoura, and the distances and extent of the ministry trip. These Maori brothers and sisters are full on for the Lord and will minister in thirteen mainly rural or semi-rural locations throughout the North Island, arriving back in Kaikoura in time from praying in the New Year. Well done Tai and Team. David and Janet

4 4 Kia Ora Roger & Veronica & all at the Lamb of God - well it's countdown for our Christian Outreach Ministry Team, I would like to take the opportunity of wishing you all a very Holy, Happy Blessed and Merry Christmas and a super prosperous New Year, you hardly hear from us but be assured, our Church and Outreach team always have all of you in our daily prayers and we will continue to do so. Last year (November) De, Peter & I covered from East Cape to Kawerau, This year we have a team of 9 people, we leave this Sunday 4:30am 16th December we head for Whakatane and do our first mission at 7:30pm, pack up and head for Te Kaha mission at 7pm 17th, Raukokore 18th mission at 10:30am, Opotiki 19th mission at 11am to 3pm, 20th in Te Araroa, 21st in Ruatoria, 22nd Gisborne, 23rd Raukokore, 24th Wairuru, 25th Raukokore, 26th / 27th Kawerau, 28th Taupo, 29th / 30th Levin, 31st we cross back and outreach in Blenheim for a couple of hours with friends there and we leave there and expect to be home by 9pm, in time to pray the New Year in. Just letting you know this and asking for a prayer covering, while we are travelling and are away. Arohatinonui kia koutou, ma te atua koutou e manaaki e tiaki hoki, Kia Tau Iho Te Rangimarie. Tai From Ashburton: Roger and Veronica enjoyed an excellent evening with the Ashburton Mission Group early in December. This group has grown in maturity, commitment and numerically this past year and it was a joy to be with them. Well done to Philip and his faithful team in developing and walking with this fine group. Remember my message Ashburton - the home baking you sent up during the earthquakes was some of the best we have tasted. Amen and yum! From Dunedin: Roger and Veronica attended the Dunedin meeting on Sunday 8 December and it was a joy to be with our brothers and sisters. We enjoyed plenty of Southern hospitality, a slide presentation from Richard and Christine and concluded with a time of worship led by Alan. The Southern Gathering SOUTH ISLAND COMMUNITY CAMP AT WAIPARA FEBRUARY >>>ADVANCE NOTICE<< South Island Members and Friends- diary the dates and plan to be there! Relationship building and fun weekend for families, singles, children and grandchildren! Ever been to a Community Weekend without any teaching? Just fun and friendships! THEN THIS WEEKEND IS FOR YOU! Call and leave a message [ ] or Lamb-_of_God@clear.net.nz to ensure you get a Registration Form

5 AUCKLAND BRANCH CHRISTMAS ACTIVITY 5 The Lamb of God Auckland branch met for their last meeting on December 9 at Onehunga. There was a joyous praise and worship, followed by end-of-year notices and then the tables and chairs were arranged so that cell groups could join up and share a meal (all were advised to bring a plate). Santa Claus made his arrival and the children were pleased to be given a hug and a little present. The house group leaders too were surprised with Santa wishes and a gift. The A-Team [fundraising team] stepped up as usual with some entertainment even though it was a last-minute notice! The group was divided into teams and each team was given a popular Christmas song which they had to modify with words of their own and sing their version of the songs when they went up! It was good fun some highlights were Tony s enthusiastic singing, Bruce smiling and most happy to play the guitar for two groups, Arca singing some Konkani lyrics, Jessie holding up Anusha s little baby as Baby Jesus and the youth singing they did not know what to sing with Rohan leading them! WELLINGTON BRANCH CHRISTMAS BARBECUE The Lamb of God Wellington branch had their Christmas celebration together in a park in Aotea last December 9. It was a great summer day, as clouds and rain took a holiday. Everyone brought their favourite barbecue dish and the brothers and sisters had fun taking turn in cooking and looking after [tasting?] the different meat, vegetable and fruit items. After lunch, they played some games and exchanged gifts as families. Then the Kairos youth sang some Christmas carols as everyone opened their wallets and coin purses to give to the fundraising drive of the youth towards Summer Oasis. As the afternoon ended, OG and Tom thanked everyone for being part of the branch as we look forward in much anticipation in working together in 2013.

6 6 SWORD OF THE SPIRIT VISITATION NEXT SEPTEMBER We are commencing some forward planning for the Sword of the Spirit International Visitation to the Lamb of God next September. We can confirm the international team will comprise John Keating and Mae Legaspi [Manila], Dave and Jane Hughes [Ann Arbor] and the team leader is Jean Barbara, President of the Sword of the Spirit [Beirut, Lebanon]. Bruce Yocum will be present during the visitation but not as a formal member of the team. The team will assemble in Auckland on or before 4 September and schedule will be close to this: Sept 04, Wednesday, team members into Auckland no later than this day Sept 05, Thursday, rest up and some team planning Sept 06, Friday, Auckland Branch visitation commences Sept 07, Saturday, Auckland Branch Sept 08, Sunday, Auckland Branch visitation concludes Sept 09, Monday, visiting Napier, Wellington, Blenheim and Nelson Sept 10, Tuesday, visiting Napier, Wellington, Blenheim and Nelson Sept 11, Wednesday, day for team discussions and catch up notes Sept 12, Thursday, scenic drive to Christchurch via Kaikoura, arrive evening Sept 13, Friday, Earthquake familiarisation tour, meetings with families, and leaders Sept 14, Saturday, Christchurch Branch, National Council [or exec], social Sept 15, Sunday, Church Services [morning] then Community Gathering Sept 16, Monday, team members departures Original Songs [CD] by Helen Funnell Featuring: Women of God, Walk on Water, Lullaby Blessing, Come Away With Me and others that have ministered to the women in Dove over the years $25 plus postage To place order, contact Helen: helenfunnellsongs@gmail.com Railway Street West Papakura Auckland 2110 New Zealand

7 CHALLENGES IN LIVING TOGETHER AS COMMUNITY Resource for House Group Discussion by Tom Caballes Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will Be Done January Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. [Matthew 6:10] I must have prayed the Lord s Prayer hundreds of times since my early childhood to adulthood. When I was young, I was not really sure of what it really means. In fact, I was a bit afraid of asking God s Kingdom to come [will it mean I will die?]. As I grew older and as God touched my life in a special way, I began to understand deeper what that that prayer meant. I am to seek God s rule and reign to be visible now, and that His will may be obeyed in my life and others, too. We ought to desire God s sovereignty and will be seen now as it is seen in heaven. But in the world as we see it and experience it now this isn t happening. Our society strives to avoid any possibility of offending anyone - except God [Billy Graham]. So How Do We Apply That Prayer Your Kingdom Come, Your Will Be Done - Into Our Life? 1. We need to develop within us the heart and mind of God. We need to see ourselves and the world with God s own eyes, so that we can know how His Kingdom will come about. Ask: how can I make God reign be visible in my own life? Is God the King of my life in all aspects and areas of my life? 2. We also need to know the will of God for our lives, our neighbours and the world that we live in. When we know God s will, then we can desire it to happen. 3. We need to do what we can in where we are situated to promote God s Kingdom and His will in love, although this might mean being at odds with the status quo. But we desire to please God rather than men. [Refer to Acts 5:29] As we aim to obey God, we would rather be respected than be liked. 4. Be prepared for rejection and anticipate defeats at times. Why? Because the whole world lies in the power of the evil one... [1 John 5:19]. We are like swimming against a very strong and steady current of worldly values and sensual ideals. But we know, even if we face some defeats, we will one day triumph. God s Kingdom will come, and His will be done if not now, it will happen later! We need to be patient. 5. Pray and intercede for our own lives, our families and friends, our neighbours, officemates and school/uni mates, for God Kingdom to come and God s will become evident in their lives. Other Scripture References 1. I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect. [Romans 12:1-2] 2. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. [Ephesians 6:12] 3. Other Scripture references: Ephesians 4:17-24; 1 John 5:18-19; Romans 8:31-39; 2 Corinthians 5:9; Galatians 5: For Personal Reflection and Group Sharing: 1. Is my life geared towards obeying God s will and making His Kingdom visible in my life? Or am I longing for something else riches, fame, pleasure, etc.? 2. Do I long to seek God s approval first rather than people s approval?

8 8 KAIROS NEW ZEALAND YOUTH NEWS Kairos New Zealand Schedule of Events for 2012 and 2013 January 6 to 10, 2013 January 4 to 17, 2013 January 5 to 11, 2013 April 20 to 22, 2013 July 19 to 21, 2013 Summer Oasis in Christchurch Single Men s Household Single Women s Living Situation Kairos Blast in Wellington Winter Oasis in Auckland SUM M R T SUMMER OASIS 2013 A FEW DAYS TO GO! Summer Oasis 2013 is coming. It will be huge! Come and join us! The easiest way to fill up the rego form is by doing it online here: KAIROS BLAST WEEKEND WELLINGTON A new event in Wellington will replace the Pitstop weekend in Blenheim it will be called Kairos BLAST [Believe, Live and Share the Truth]. The dates will be from April 20 to 22, 2013 during school holidays. Watch this space in the future for more details! WEBSITES WORTH NOTING KAIROS South Pacific Web Site HAS BEEN UPDATED with 2012 photos go take a look Check it out at: You can network and chat with other young people by going to this website: We designated every Friday night at 10pm as a time to meet other young people. Go and visit the International Kairos Media website: Our Lamb of God website has been updated please visit Sign up [free] for Youth Culture Newsletter The most recent edition of the Youth Culture Newsletter is now available online. It will no longer be sent to you via the Lamb of God list but you can get it at this link: This is a recommended Sword of the Spirit publication for youth and parents.

9 9 Living Bulwark Sword of the Spirit Highly Recommended! This Sword of the Spirit on-line publication has received more than 43,000 visits (an average of 135 visits each day) in its first year. All back issues for the past 12 months can be found at: The current issue of the online magazine can be seen at: SENDING NEWS FOR CHRONICLE PUBLICATION Branches are encouraged to news, photos, happenings and snippets to Tom Caballes at Each issue is closed around the 20th of the month. IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT OUR RECORDS Membership Records and Data: Branch leaders are responsible to keep updated records and then all new attendee additions, deletions, address and phone changes, births, deaths, transfers, etc to Tom Caballes and copy to BIRTHDAY INFORMATION [Day and month, but year is optional.] Branch leaders are asked to keep updated records and all new attendee additions to Tom Caballes GETTING CHRONICLE & OTHER NEWS BY [1] If you are receiving The Chronicle as an electronic edition, we just need hear if and when you change your address. Notify [2] If you are receiving this by hard copy but you have an address, please send your address to [3] The Chronicle has a national and international mailing schedule. If you know of others wishing to be added, notify Lamb_of_God@clear.net.nz. Wedding Anniversaries for January - Happy Anniversary! NAMES Ashlyn and Felecia Fernandes Caedy and Nicky Rebello Brian and Ruby Lowe Joseph and Maribelle Alejandro Peter and Maria dos Anjos D'Souza Desmond and Charmaine Vessaokar Harry and Maureen Lowe DATE BRANCH 03/01 04/01 05/01 06/01 Auckland Auckland Auckland Central 10/01 Auckland 10/01 11/01 Auckland Auckland

10 Peter and Margaret Stoddard Ron and Helen Elliott Alwin and Mira D'Souza Andre and Karen Geelen John and Wendy Lamont Tony and Luiza Antao Peter and Stephanie O'Connell Lionel and Carol D'Souza Elias and Priscilla Martis Bob and Marinelle Misst 12/01 Auckland 13/01 Christchurch 14/01 Auckland 22/01 Central 22/01 Blenheim 24/01 Auckland 24/01 Nelson 31/01 Auckland 31/01 Auckland 31/01 Auckland 10 Birthdays for January Happy Birthday! NAMES BIRTHDAY BRANCH Dan Gueco 02/01 Central Allen Carneiro 03/01 Auckland Pam D'Souza 03/01 Auckland Barbara Summerfield 03/01 Ch/Ashburton Isabel Morais 06/01 Auckland Carol D'Souza 07/01 Auckland Milton Fernandes 07/01 Central Vitus Fernandes 09/01 Auckland Natalie Tan 10/01 Auckland Andrea Forster 12/01 Christchurch Sami Doran 12/01 Blenheim Meryl Saldanha 13/01 Auckland Paul Oliver 14/01 Central Maribelle Alejandro 16/01 Central Johanna Coxon 16/01 Christchurch Allan Carvalho 17/01 Auckland Sheila D'Souza 17/01 Auckland Erika Sison 18/01 Central Jessie De Zoysa 19/01 Auckland Jaison Mariposa 19/01 Central Angie Briguera 21/01 Central Jenny McElhinney 25/01 Blenheim Coila Kay 26/01 Christchurch Delia D'Mello 28/01 Auckland Sharmilla Carvalho 28/01 Auckland Thomas Hong 30/01 Auckland Andrew Machado 30/01 Auckland Andre Carvalho 31/01 Auckland Annette Sargisson 31/01 Ch/Ashburton

11 PRAYERWATCH - SOLDIERS OF CHRIST, ARISE Fight the good fight 11 Well it is 10 years since I started writing a piece for the Chronicle and as we approach Christmas and the holiday period it is timely to consider this time of the year. Over the years the message for December and January has not changed but remains a call to stay focused on the things of God. Even recent prophetic word from Auckland has a warning for us as an extract shows. EAST AUCKLAND PROPHETIC WORD 02 DECEMBER 2012 The third Word was where the Lord said, My relationship with you is not based on times and seasons. My relationship with you is an eternal one not governed by the world s calendar. He said now that you are approaching holidays, do not confine Me to the shelf but that fervor and the daily fellowship with Him has to be an ongoing one and not governed by the calendar of this world. Shalini Saldanha As this is a time of the year we spend time with family and friends, are away from home and traveling more and perhaps are more relaxed our prayer life and time on the Watch can be interrupted. It is important to keep up our commitment to God and our brothers and sisters in the Lamb of God Community as Satan will not be on holiday but looking for an opportunity to attack. Some things to remember especially if we are away from home is to let those before and after us on the Watch know we will not be making contact. Our hour on the Watch may be interrupted by what is happening around us so I urge you to keep up the commitment at a more suitable time or at least use the Gap Dedication prayer on the sheet. As this is a time of the year we are away from home and traveling more and perhaps are more relaxed it is important to keep up the Covering prayer especially to protect our homes and to ensure our travel is safe and without problems. We need to be careful we are not giving the enemy an opening to affect our own life or our life in the Lamb of God, as we are counting on each other to keep up the spiritual protection. As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, our Saviour, let us ponder the revelation of God s intervention in our lives with his saving grace and the power of the Holy Spirit as we live our lives radically for Jesus, our Commander and leader of this mighty Army. If you have any comments or questions concerning the Prayerwatch then please send them to me or give them to one of your branch leaders to send to me. God bless and watch over you all. Alan McKenzie - National Coordinator Prayerwatch LAMB OF GOD PRAYERWATCH - PRAYER INTENTIONS SPIRITUAL WARFARE Against strongholds of Apathy, Witchcraft, Confusion and other named spirits. INTERCESSORY PRAYER COMMUNITIES: Protect and bless the life and mission of SWORD OF THE SPIRIT, Patmos & Cornerstone Lamb of God [Fiji], Families for Christ [Melbourne], Vanuatu

12 12 Group, Light of Christ [Nelson], The Covenanted Community for Christ, [Penang & Taiping], protect and bless their life and mission. FAMILY: Auckland: Keith & Rohini Lewis, Bernie MacNevin, Yvonne D'Souza, Peter & Margaret Stoddard, Lovlin & Honorine Franswah, Desmond & Charmaine Vessaokar, Christopher & Carol Fernandes, Central: Jun & Angie Briguera, Henri & Cutie Zalamea, Rose Buladaco, Joel & Tiza Sison, Robert and Ethel Caballes, Blenheim: Jamie & Judith Rodgers, Mark & Mary Jackson, Mike & Cheryl Garrett, Christchurch: Roger & Veronica Foley, Robert & Karin Van Doorn, Darren & Julie Humphries, Tai & De Stirling, Bruce & Bronwyn Harborne, Niul & Coila Kay, Lyn Keane, Pauline Marsden, John & Monica Haughey, Annette Sargisson, Southern: John & Janet MacManus, Richard & Christine May, Mike & Judy Prendeville, PREGNANCY Central: Pogia [Anitelea] Afamasaga, HEALING CANCER Blenheim: Carol Cullimore, David Aberhart, Christchurch: Mary Anngow, Robin Corbett, HEALING HEART Auckland: Isabel Morais, Central: Paul Oliver, Dave Taylor, Blenheim: Chris Fredericks, Christchurch: Dorelle Ham, Undine Cavanagh, Philip Middlemiss, HEALING Auckland: Annette Carvalho, Winona D'Costa, Olivia Fernandes, Lucy Misquita, Blanche & Denis Hollingsworth, Cheryl Donald, Mira D'Souza, Warren Holliday, Jemima Rebello, Peter D'Souza, Delia D'Mello, Fr John Rea, Elizabeth Locke, Maria dos Anjos D'Souza, Bruce Donald, Rosana Kuresa, Judy Lim, Thomas Hong, Central: Stephanie O Connell, Sharon Powick, Michael Powick, Jacob Muollo, Henri Zalamea, Aly Fernandes, Rae Taylor, Robert and Ethel Caballes, Blenheim: Peter Greig, Josiah Grieg, Grace Weston, Mike Garrett, Micah Rodgers, Anita Fredericks, Jamie & Judith Rodgers, Barbara Ryan, Christchurch: Lisa Borkus, Karin Van Doorn, Chris Aston Grieve, Veronica Foley, Siobhan Forster, Andrew Black, Bernie Black, John Murray, Chris Lyons, Monica Haughey, Joan Corbett, Andre a Forster, Mikyla Challies, Southern: Fr Merv McGettigan, Daniel MacManus, Steven & Judy Homes & Family, Pat Forster, Michael Quigley, BEREAVEMENT Auckland: Joseph & Theresa Gomes, Elizabeth & Mark Stolten, Peter & Jacinta Dalgado, Christchurch: Ian Hamilton, OTHERS NEEDS Auckland: Keith & Rohini Lewis & Family, Mark & Elizabeth Stolten, Bob Misst, Alwin D Souza, Allen & Judy Carneiro, Jacob & Petronella Kahonde, Gillian Puch, Joseph Gomes, Light of Christ Community, Nelson COVERING PRAYER National Council, Kairos Ministries, Branch Life, Lamb of God Centre, Branch Visits, Clustering in Auckland, Ministry of Fr John Rea, Employment of Members, Light of Christ Special Ministry, Wellington branch [sickness among extended family], and Ashburton Group, Christchurch. I have made you a Watchman Ezekiel 33: 7