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Ministries

	September 2024
Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
1 Services Services 01/09/2024 10:00 am - 10:00 am Hamilton West School See more details •	2 BLT - Church History BLT - Church History 02/09/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details •	3	4	5	6 Youth LEAP Youth LEAP 06/09/2024 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm See more details •	7
8 Services Services 08/09/2024 10:00 am - 10:00 am Hamilton West School See more details •	9 BLT - Church History BLT - Church History 09/09/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details •	10	11 Ladies Bible Study Ladies Bible Study 11/09/2024 7:15 pm - 7:15 pm See more details •	12	13	14
15 Services Services 15/09/2024 10:00 am - 10:00 am Hamilton West School See more details Shared Lunch Shared Lunch 15/09/2024 12:30 pm - 12:30 pm See more details • •	16 BLT - Church History BLT - Church History 16/09/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details •	17	18	19	20	21
22 Services Services 22/09/2024 10:00 am - 10:00 am Hamilton West School See more details Lord's Supper Lord's Supper 22/09/2024 11:00 am - 11:00 am See more details • •	23 BLT - Church History BLT - Church History 23/09/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm See more details •	24	25 Bible Study & Prayer Bible Study & Prayer 25/09/2024 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm See more details •	26	27	28
29 Services Services 29/09/2024 10:00 am - 10:00 am Hamilton West School See more details •	30

Children’s Classes — 10 am and 11 am every Sunday

Classes for the children provide an opportunity to study Bible doctrines in a manner that the children find interesting and relevant as well as Bible stories with application in a survey which teaches the big picture of the Bible.

Youth Group — 10 am every Sunday and monthly activities

Our youth enjoy a regular monthly activity including fun outings, crazy games, community service, as well as Biblical teaching and healthy discussion of topics affecting youth of today.

Young Adults — Sunday afternoons and evenings

Our young adults often enjoy a Sunday afternoon hike or a Sunday evening fellowship, sometimes with an outdoor activity or a movie and, of course, food. This friendly group welcomes newcomers.

Adult Classes — 10 am every Sunday

Our early classes emphasize the believer’s relationship with God, the application of biblical principles to daily life, and effective Christian service.

Mid-Week Bible Study — monthly

Our mid-week Bible study and fellowship is a time for spiritual refreshment, corporate prayer, and supper. Occasionally we have a Bible quiz night or an evening dedicated to trying new songs for consideration of use in our Sunday services.

Personal Discipleship — scheduled privately as needed

Individual needs and interests are recognized through Bible studies available with a mentor for anyone who desires help.

Ladies’ Bible Study — monthly meetings

A monthly evening Bible study for women with topics applicable to living as women in today’s world. Contact for details of location.

Biblical Leadership Training (BLT) — weekday evenings during school terms

Adults are encouraged to participate in a 10-course Bible-based curriculum which is designed to equip church members for service in the local church. Classes are held 7p – 9p once a week on select weeknights during school terms. Students typically take one or two classes per year. For those students who choose to complete the entire programme, a graduation is held and a completion certificate is awarded. Enrolled students represent multiple Waikato area churches. One of our recent graduates had a successful application for a prison chaplaincy role because he had this formal qualification.

Bible Study Methods and Rules of Interpretation
An introduction to basic Bible study methods and rules of interpretation with emphasis on accurately understanding and obeying God’s Word and the development of practical study skills. Students will learn to determine what Scripture says, what it means, and how it can be applied.
Old Testament Survey
A broad overview study of each of the 39 individual books designed to emphasize the structure, theme and message of the Old Testament, laying a foundation for the New Testament.
New Testament Survey
An overview survey of the New Testament focusing on the theme, purpose, structure and basic content of each individual book and relating each book to the whole Bible. Strong emphasis is also given to the application message of each book.
Preaching Biblical Messages and Pastoral Ministry
Designed to equip and train for pulpit ministry with the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare and communicate expository messages from God’s Word. Emphasis is placed on practical preparation for the preacher and the message with numerous examples and practice assignments. The second part of the course is designed to equip church leaders with knowledge and practical skills required for effective ministry.
Bible Doctrines
A survey and summary of the ten major doctrines of the Bible with an emphasis on knowing God more fully while understanding and practicing accurate doctrine.
Personal Spiritual Life
Basic concepts and principles of the spiritual life so that Christians can personally grow to spiritual maturity and live a life that is pleasing to God.
Church Ministry, Administration, and Education
Introduces the nature, structure and function of the local church and teachers practical knowledge and skills necessary for the church to effectively carry out its roles.
Teaching Principles and Methods
Designed to equip church leaders with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach the Bible.
Church History Survey
The principal people; major political, historical and cultural developments; the main religious movements; and the doctrinal issues which have influenced and shaped the Christian church throughout the 2000 year history of the church.
Missions, Evangelism, Discipleship
Basic biblical principles of missions, evangelism, and discipleship so that the church can accomplish the God-given task of leading people to Christ and building them up in Christ.

CAP Money — budgeting course

CAP Money is a four-week course that helps participants take control of their finances. Taught from a biblical perspective, our church members have received immense benefit from applying the principles. This course is offered several times a year. Please register your interest in attending the next course.

Other Fellowship Opportunities

The third Sunday of every month we enjoy a shared lunch and fellowship following our services. This is a great time to visit informally with anyone in our church family. There is always plenty of food. We also periodically enjoy a movie evening when we watch and discuss a Christian movie. Teen camps and retreats as well as men’s and ladies retreats are enjoyed annually.

Good News Baptist Church is registered as a charitable entity with the NZ Department of Internal Affairs – Charities (CC42910) and is an incorporated charitable society (2333856) with the Companies Office division of the NZ ministry of Economic Development.