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The South Calling - Ko Te Tonga kei te Karaka Update 30 July 2020

Please click here for a printable version of this newsletter. If you have any articles for inclusion in the next edition, forward these to bishops.pa@calledsouth.org.nz by 9 am 4 August 2020. We appreciate any news and photos you have to pass on.

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Rev'd Richard Johnson 

A new beginning - Clergy appointment

by Bishop Steven Benford

Bishop Steven is delighted to announce the appointment of Reverend Richard Johnson as the Dean of Rural Ministry.

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Diocesan Council, 10 September 2019

Diocesan Council Elections Synod 2020

by Andrew Metcalfe

This year Synod is electing Diocesan Council Members which is the "Standing Committee" (acting on behalf of the whole Synod) of Synod between each Synod gathering. Is God nudging you to join the Council?

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Dansey's Pass

The Creed and Crossed Fingers?

by Ven Dr Michael Godfrey

The final in the series by Michael Godfrey, journeying through the Nicene Creed.

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Cheques

Cheques and Visiting Minister forms

by Diocesan Office

The days of cheques are numbered, with the Diocesan Bank (ANZ) no longer accepting these for payment from the end of May 2021. We have also changed our Visiting Minister Form to take this into account.

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Christian World Service

CWS: Update

by Gillian Southey

Operation Refugee and the Winter Story are below....

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Anglican Aotearoa

Anglican Women's Studies Centre

by Anglican Women's Studies Centre

The Anglican Women's Studies Centre was set up to serve and advance the interests of women of this Church, particularly those in theological and ministry education. The link to their most recent newsletter is below....

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Reports and Statistics

Last Chance: We need your annual returns and reports now

by Andrew Metcalfe

Thank you to all those who have sent information from your annual general meetings back to the Diocesan Office, including your statistical returns for the 2019 year. Time is running out to get this information for us so that we can prepare for Synod.

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Joy

Alert Level 1 Frequently Asked Questions

by Diocesan Office

Church Services, Liturgical Practice and Hospitality, Funerals and Weddings, Pastoral Visits, Church Groups, Administration Activities, Outreach, Education/Events and access to Church Buildings are allowed at Level 1 while we continue to look out for the well being of everyone. Please note, while communion can be in two kinds, we are asking you not to intinct (dip your wafer or bread into the wine).

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Protect yourself and others from COVID-19

Coronavirus Covid-19 Level 1 Update

by Diocesan Office

At Level 1 we need to continue to take care of each other and ourselves. We have updated our Level 1 information to remind each other what we need to do....

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Abuse in State Care logo

Important information on Redress Hearing for Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry

by Royal Commission

Your voice will make a difference in shining a light on abuse and neglect and contributing to a better future for state and faith-based care in New Zealand. Read further for more information.

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Referendums 2020

End of Life Referendum

by Diocesan Office

This year at the general election we will be given the opportunity to vote on cannabis legislation and control as well as the End of Life Choice. We have updated this page with more resources to help you make your decision.

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August Camelia

Supporting Your Mental Health

by Andrew Metcalfe

Are you or someone you know struggling right now? We have more information, suggestions and inspiration that may help...

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Anglican Family Care

Gifting Your Winter Energy Payment

by Andrew Metcalfe

If you are receive NZ Superannuation you will have been receiving the winter energy payment. The Cathedral are encouraging any who don't need to use this to gift it to Anglican Family Care. It's a great idea...is this something you could do?

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