Northfield Methodist Church

Come and experience a traditional and romantic Christmas Market in October and avoid the queues, allowing you to shop at leisure and get the pick of the best. At Norfest the gifts are not mass-produced but craftwork of real quality.
You can buy all kinds of Christmas merchandise and gifts, as well as wood carvings, jewellery, educational toys, plants, gift cards, bags, preserves, beaded items and so much more. Let the smell of pancakes draw you into the Food court, where you can also try some home made ginger beer that is very welcome on a warm summers day.
On the entertainment side, we will be hosting the AKUSTIKA CHAMBER CHOIR, on Friday 29 October, Winners of the Pavarotti World Choir award. The ticket price is R60 per person with special discounts for pensioners and scholars. On Saturday we welcome the East Rand Youth Choir.
The ambience is further enhanced by the aromas of chicken prego rolls, potato whirls and other tasty snacks. Youngsters especially will be attracted to the sugar shots, marshmallow sticks and other sweet goodies.
The most difficult decision to make is where to start? The best solution is to sample Norfest for some serious shopping.
For further info contact Avril at the church office. 011 849 7031 or avril@nfmc.org.za

Practical obedience to Christ lies at the heart of spiritual formation. What does this obedience mean in our everyday lives? Where do we begin? What are our resources? This one-day teaching event, which is open to everyone, will explore these questions.
In his teaching Dallas Willard will pay particular attention to our struggles with daily stress, anger and sexuality.
Where: Northfield Methodist Church
Times: 9am - 15:00pm
Cost: R100 (Sponsorships are available on request)
The cost covers the materials, morning tea and a light lunch.
RSVP: Lyn Meyer at the Church office - 011 849 7031 or lyn@nfmc.org.za

The Bible is all about human life 'with God'. But what does this life really look like? How do we discover this life? How do we lead others into it? How do we embody this life within our suffering context? During these three days of teaching, which will be aimed primarily at those in pastoral leadership, we will seek to explore these decisions together.
Where: Northfield Methodist Church, (Cnr Aerodrome Drive & Webb str)
Times: 9am - 3pm ( 3 Sessions each day)
Cost: R300 (Sponsorships are available on request)
The cost covers the materials, morning tea and a light lunch.
RSVP: Lyn Meyer at the Church office - 011 849 7031 or lyn@nfmc.org.za

The John Wesley Community Centre, an Outreach Project of the Northfield Methodist Church, together with the Northfield Business Initiative and the Mission and Outreach department, invite you to participate in their first annual Golf Day.
This exciting event will take place on Thursday 29 July, at the ERPM Golf Course, Boksburg.
Not only are we inviting you to play golf but we are also offering you, and the company, the chance to earn up to 25 BEE Points through your Socio-Economic Development contributions.
We are looking for your support with the following:
1.) Purchase of a Four-Ball
The four balls are being sold at R2000 per four ball (This includes snack platters during prize giving)
(If you book a four-ball from 28 June - 4 July - you only have to pay for three players, giving you R500 discount).
Book early to avoid disappointment, as we are limited to 32 four balls.
Please note that golf carts are available from the Pro-shop at R200, you can book directly with them on: 011 383 9920
2.) Sponsorship
We are offering the following sponsorship opportunities:
Advertising at a hole at a rate of R3000 (this includes a four ball team)
Sponsors are welcome to supply their own signage, otherwise we will display your company name on boards situated throughout the course.
3.) Prizes and donations
We kindly require a range of prizes for the golfers and for the raffle
Should you not be in a position to sponsor a prize, we would appreciate it if you would consider making a donation.
All donors will be mentioned at the prize-giving as well as getting free advertising on the course.
RSVP: Jessica at the Church office
Tel: 011 849 7031 / jessica@nfmc.org.za

Join us for an afternoon of Classical music, interspersed with choral singing of well-known popular songs. Accompanied with a hint of organ. Tickets available from the Church office during the week.
Cost: R20
Venue: The Sanctuary
Contact: Jean Holgreaves
Tel: 011 849 7031

Who? Anyone from Gr 1 - 6 (Leaders from Gr7 up)
How Much? R25 per day or R80 for the week
Where: In the Wesley Hall
For more information contact Jenine at the Church office: 011 849 7031 or norfest@nfmc.org.za
A Second Holiday Club will be run from Monday 28 June - Thursday 1 July.
Who? Anyone from Gr 1 - 6
Where: In the Wesley Hall
Cost: R25 per day or R80 for the week.

Ladies, its that time of the year again, for our annual Ladies Day!
Taking place on Sat 12 June, from 10:30am - 12:30am in the Sanctuary.
Entertainment: Beautiful instruments compliments of the Northfield Orchestra br />
Cost: R70 (Includes Lunch)
RSVP: Fran / Stef by Wed 9 June (011) 849 7031 / stef@nfmc.org.za
This year we have two fantastic guest speakers lined up!
Gabi Steenkamp - has been working as a registered dietician in South Africa for the past 28 years specializing in the treatment of diabetes and colon dysfunction (Irritable Bowel Syndrome – IBS - or spastic colon). She is one of the experts on the topic of the Glycemic Index, Glycemic Load and carbohydrate contents of foods, and is at present the voluntary consulting dietician for the Diabetes Association of South Africa, Diabetes SA .
She has written 7 books together with colleagues, and is at present busy with two more books incorporating the glycemic index into daily living nutrition skills.
Gabi is a dynamic and passionate advocate of good nutrition, and attendance at one of her talks or workshops will inspire you to easily put into practise good taste with good nutrition. “Nutritious and delicious” takes on a new meaning, when Gabi teaches you how.
Our second guest speaker is Diana Schooman, she has her own company : Eatrite and Dancing Lavender, she is a trained chef, has experience in working with Diet related foods and consults to corporations, she loves the Lord and has amazing heart.

Journey with us as we embark on the second part o the TRANSFORMED WORKING LIFE series - Transforming our thinking, taking place on Wednesday 9th June at 7pm in the Conference Centre. Make use of our Workplace Pastorate Resource club, where we can share our resources, books CD's and DVD's with each other - this service is free of charge. We encourage you to bring your family, friends and work colleagues. Join us for a time of fellowship and coffee and muffins from 18:30pm to 19:00pm. RSVP to Marlene at the Church office - 011 849 7031 or allan@nfmc.org.za

World Cup Fever is growing and in order to highlight the excitement, Northfield has organised a Soccer 'Ball' Dinner and Dance. Taking place on Saturday 29th May at the Benoni Lake Club, from 7pm until late.
The cost is R200 per person and includes a scrumptious meal, live entertainment - Local artists UC2 will be performing some 70's and 80's classics. Contact Avril at the Church office to book your place. 011 849 7031 or avril@nfmc.org.za

We would like to invite you to join us on the Alpha course, running on Tuesdays from 25th May 2010, for Ten weeks every Tuesday:
The course is ideal for anyone who wants to learn more about the Christian Faith and / or anyone who would like to enquire into what Christianity really means. It is also a wonderful opportunity to meet and make new friends. There are creche facilities available.
We shall be leading the course with a team. Each session includes a talk and a small group session, which gives you an opportunity to ask questions, express opinions and to discuss the topic of the evening.
All meetings will take place at Northfield Methodist Church.
Day Alpha: 10:00am - 12:15am (Coffee Shoppe) - Tea and Cake
Evening Alpha: 06:30pm - 09:15pm (Wesley Hall) - Dinner
What will it cost?
There is no charge for the Alpha course, although you may be asked to make a contribution towards food.
Week 1 25 May Who is Jesus?
Week 2 1 June Why Did Jesus Die?
Week 3 8 June How can I be sure of my faith?
Week 4 15 June Why and how do I pray?
Week 5 22 June Why and how should I read the Bible?
Week 6 29 June How does God guide us?
Week 7 6 July How can I resist evil?
Week 8 13 July Why and how should I tell others?
Week 9 20 July Does God heal today?
Week 10 27 July What about the church?
Optional Alpha Weekend 9-11 July
Alpha III Commences on Tuesday 7 September - 23 November
Further details and to register contact: Andrew 082 081 4187 / andrew@nfmc.org.za
Northfield Methodist Church: Cnr Aerodrome Drive & Webb street, Airfield
011 849 7031

Our Youth Department has organised a Church Camp for Young people, from Grades 7 – 10.Taking place from Friday 21 May - Sunday 23 May, near Hartebeespoort Dam. If you have children who would like to attend, please contact Kyleigh at the Church office. On the camp the students will learn about God, worship, sing, play games and have lots of fun. This is a great opportunity for building friendships that will last a lifetime. 011 849 7031

During this quiet day we will seek to find ourselves with Jesus. There will be some brief inputs, some leisure time for silent reflection and time together in connection over tea and lunch.
Time: 09:00 - 15:30pm
Venue: Emseni Retreat House
Cost: R65 (Excluding lunch) but Teas will be provided
RSVP: Lyn at the Church office - lyn@nfmc.org.za / 011 849 7031

During the day we will explore three different ways of sharing our hearts with God. As we open our hearts to God, we allow God's Spirit to come and dwell in us more deeply. We journy from isolation to intimacy, illusion to reality, from self-interest to compassion. Speaking to the listening God leads us closer to the Father's heart, confronts us with who we are and awakens us to our suffering neighbour.
Times: 9am - 3:30pm
Cost: R110, including lunch and teas.
Contact Lyn Meyer at the Church office to book your place, as seats are limited.
011 849 7031 or lyn@nfmc.org.za
Venue: Emseni Retreat House, Off Great North Road, Kempton Park

Parents, become more creative in dealing with your children and the many challenges they present. Join us on the Parenting Course, from Tuesday 4 May - 25 May, from 7pm - 9pm in the Coffee Shoppe.
Cost: R200 per couple. It is essential that you book your place, contact the Pastoral Care Centre on: 011 425 0844

Starting on Friday 16 April - 4 June, from 14:30pm - 17:00.
The cost is R100 per person, to cover course materials. Please contact the Pastoral Care Centre to book your place. 011 425 0844