Acts 1:3-8

After his suffering, he presented himself to them and gave many convincing proofs that he was alive. He appeared to them over a period of forty days and spoke about the kingdom of God. 4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. 5 For John baptized with water, but in a few days you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.”

6 Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?”

7 He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.”

What a weekend to look forward to as we dedicate this building to God and thank Him for the incredible journey we have been on as a Church. I can think of no better weekend to celebrate the opening of the building than on Pentecost Sunday!

Be praying this week for God to move in the hearts of the people in this community as the Church opens its doors for all to come and hear the good news of Jesus! May His Holy Spirit come in and do a mighty work in our hearts.

Praise

• That God has been with us for 14 years, supporting and spurring us on as a Church.
• For the people that have come to know and love Jesus in this place.
• For the many lives changed and touched because of the community here at The Grove.
• For all the people that have made this building project possible.

Prayer

• That this Church would become a place where people can Belong, Believe and Become. Joining us in a community of believers that want the name of Jesus to be lifted high above all else. 
• For us as a church to be attuned to the Holy Spirit.
• That God would speak to us when we take intentional time to be still before Him.
• That this place becomes known in the community as a Church that loves people no matter their past or background.
• That The Grove is part of seeing a revival take place here on the northside of Brisbane in Ferny Grove, Ferny Hills, and Upper Kedron.
• That those driving by the Church on a Sunday would be led to come into this place.
• For God to move in our hearts and reveal His love afresh this weekend as we celebrate and enjoy what He has gifted us.
• That we would see friends, family members, and work colleagues come to know Jesus in the new building.

Youth/Kids

• For God’s Holy Spirit to come and fill this place and lead us in the direction He wants.
• That this building would be a safe place for youth and kids to come and feel accepted and loved no matter their background.
• For God to raise up the next generation of leaders, to equip them and give them wisdom in every situation they face.