Announcements

Announcements

  • Ten Days of Prayer

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 January, 2020


    Ten Days of Prayer
    is happening from 
    8 - 18 January 2020. Join us at church at 7PM.

    "After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness." Acts 4:31, NLT


    You can also download the resources from the tendaysofprayer.org website for personal devotion.





  • Funeral Service: Ma Sally

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 07 December, 2018

    The funeral service of Ma Sally will be on Sunday 9 December 2018 at Bellville SDA Church. Details of the funeral service will be shared as soon as the family has communicated this to us. 

    Please keep the family in your prayers.
  • Health & Temperance

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 November, 2018


    Do you want to live a healthier lifestyle?

    This Sabbath 1 December 2018, the Health & Temperance Department will present Sabbath School. Their focus will be on How Our Diet Affects Our Mental Wellness.
  • Thank You

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 November, 2018


    We would like to thank those who have come out on Sunday (25 Nov) to help clean the church. Click here to view some pictures.
  • Senior Outing Reminders

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 22 November, 2018


    The Seniors had their last Prayer Meeting yesterday, 27 November and will not meet again, until next year. The date will be announced closer to the time. We thank you for your support and continuous prayers.

    Their bust-up (Bus Trip) will be on Sunday, 2 December 2018.

    Dear Senior Members,

    Those who have received personal invitations, please take note of the following important reminders.

    1. Please indicate if you will be needing a wheelchair.
    2. Please be at church just after 7 o'clock as coffee and tea with a snack will be served.
    3. Prayer and Registration. Please be punctual as we would like to depart by 8 o'clock.
    4. Please bring along a sunhat and wear comfortable clothing.
    5. Trained medical staff/support group will be onboard.
    6. Where possible, please have someone to drop you off and collect at 16h00 approx.
    7. For those who will be leaving their cars at church, guards will be on duty for the day.

    Do you have any questions? Contact Cheryl Hughes, Interest Co-ordinator a 073 255 3716.


  • Final Board Meeting: Postponed

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 22 November, 2018


    5 Dec: The meeting has been postponed until further notice.

    22 Nov: Notice is hereby given of the final Board Meeting is scheduled for Sunday, 9 December starting promptly at 8am. All Board Members, please diarise to be present.

    Thank you, The Church Clerk
  • Communion Service

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 14 November, 2018


    On Sabbath, 8 December, we will celebrate the ordinances of Humility and Communion. This service represents God’s ultimate act of self-sacrifice, enabling Him to offer us the greatest forgiveness possible, the forgiveness of our sins. 

    As we prepare for this sacred service, search your hearts and see if there are areas that need to be reconciled to God’s will or if we need to be reconciled to one another. There is never a better time to consider these matters then when in the shadow of the cross, God’s greatest act of forgiveness.
  • Spritual Emphasis Weekend

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 14 November, 2018


    A Spiritual Emphasis Weekend (30 Nov - 1 Dec) will be hosted by the Personal Ministries Department.

    Our guest speaker for today is Dr Ron du Preez.

    The Spiritual Emphasis program is designed to prepare our hearts to receive the vision of God’s unfolding future in our congregation and to make renewed commitments to follow Him faithfullyWe anticipate the Holy Spirit will guide us as we consider our own spiritual health and that of the congregation.

    Questions? Speak to Lynn Moyo, Personal Ministries Leader.

    Click here to read more.
  • Thanksgiving Service by the Sabbath School Department

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 12 November, 2018


    A Thanksgiving Service on Sabbath 22 November, will be hosted by the Sabbath School Department.

    Join us as we give praise and thanks to our God.

    Questions? Email Rochelle Terry, Sabbath School Superintendent
  • Carols by Candlelight

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 12 November, 2018


    The Carols by Candlelight will be hosted by the Sabbath School Department on Sabbath 15 December 2018 during the Sabbath School program. A program with a difference.

    Join us for a sing-along of our favorite Christmas hymns/songs.

    Questions? Contact Rochelle Terry, Sabbath School Superintendent
  • Scheduled Dates for Baby Dedications

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 12 November, 2018


    The next Baby Dedication is scheduled for Sabbath 24 November 2018.

    Bellville Church has set aside dates to accommodate parents for Baby Dedications. These dates are highlighted on the Bellville online calendar. We kindly request that parents support us by using the scheduled dates as it is based on our resident pastor's availability. Interested parents can complete a baby dedication request here or speak to the Church Clerk or Pastor.
  • ACS Year-End Project

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 November, 2018


    A kind reminder to drop your donations/contributions (toiletries and goods to make up food parcels) in the black boxes in the foyer. If you need further information or would like to assist the ACS Department with the project, please speak to the department leaders, Br Ronnie and/or Sr Veronica Isaacs.
  • Junior Sabbath School: Children's Day

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 November, 2018


    The Junior Sabbath School will be rehearsing for Children's Day (Sabbath 24 November 2018). Parents, please pack a snack for the Sunday practices. 

    1st Practice: Sunday, 11 Nov, 9h00 to 11h00
    2nd Practice: Sunday 18 Nov, 9h00 to 12h00
    3rd Practice: Friday, 23 Nov, 18h30 to 20h00

    Check the WhatsApp group for further updates.

    Thanking you in advance for your support.

    The Junior Sabbath School Team
  • Meeting: Use of Church Building Facility Committee

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 November, 2018


    The "Use of Church Building Facility" Committee will meet on Sunday, 11 November 2018 at 9am sharp.
  • AWM Thanksgiving

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 November, 2018


    The Adventist Women's Ministries Department invites you to an afternoon of Thanksgiving. The program starts at 4pm. All are welcome.
  • Time for Church Clean Up

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 November, 2018


    We are spring cleaning our church building (inside and out) on Sunday 25 November 2018. We need all hands on board. Please bring along your cleaning equipment, etc.

    Do you have any questions or suggestions? If yes, speak to Head Deaconess, Luanne Desai.
  • Christmas Concert: Hope, Holly and Trifle

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 08 November, 2018


    Masiba Music presents Hope, Holly and Trifle, a South African Christmas featuring singers from The Cape Town Ensemble.

    Click here to view the poster for more info.
  • Membership Matters: Transfer In

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 26 October, 2018


    The following members have requested for their membership to be Transferred In.

    First Reading (13 October 2018)  |  Second Reading (27 October 2018)

    Br Tinashe Basira from Zengesa 1 SDA Church, Harara, Zimbabwe
    Sr Dorris Adams from Strand SDA Church, Cape Town
    Sr Rene Coetzee from Mitchells Plain SDA Church, Cape Town
  • Pathfinder Club: Final Test

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 24 October, 2018


    Attention all Pathfinder Club Members:

    Final testing is scheduled for Sunday 28 October 2018 at Kuils River SDA Church, Good Hope School Campus in Kuils River.

    Club members to be on time and no later then 8:30pm and in full uniform.
  • Inauguration of the Ethiopian SDA Church

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 23 October, 2018


    The Ethiopian Seventh-day Adventist Church cordially invites you to attend the Inauguration Ceremony that will take place on Sabbath, 27 October 2018 at Bellville SDA Church, commencing at 3pm.

    The ceremony will be officiated by Pastor Leonard Mbaza, the President of the Cape Conference of Seventh-day Adventists alongside with the Northern Peninsula II District Pastor, Neville Carolus and local church Pastor, Cordell Liebrandt.
  • Board Meeting

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 22 October, 2018


    All Board Members are kindly reminder to avail themselves for the Board Meeting that is scheduled for Sunday, 28 October 2018, starting at 8am sharp.
  • Pastor's/Clergy Appreciation Day

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 12 October, 2018


    For those of you who love social media – share the love for your pastor by taking a selfie with him or her and post it on your personal social media pages using the hashtag #pastorappreciationday. Or post a tribute to your pastor on your church’s social media page. Tag us so we can spread the love wider on our district page using the hashtag#NP2DistrictAdventist. Or capture your appreciation here and we will forward it to our local clergy, church and district pastor.

    Pastors Appreciation Day

    The month of October has been designated by Christians worldwide as Clergy Appreciation Month. In the same way that other professions are honored during the year, a date was officially chosen to honor pastors and those who perform ministerial work. The General Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church has set the second Saturday of the month— October 13 this year—for this well-deserved tribute to our pastors….Read More at https://www.eldersdigest.org/pastorsday
  • Board Meeting

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    Dear Board Members. Just a friendly reminder of our Board Meeting tomorrow Sabbath, 29 October 2018 immediately after Vespers. We urgently need your presence to finalise church matters.

    We ask that all board members make the necessary arrangements to be at the board meeting and that we commence promptly at 6:46PM.
  • Postponement of Church Spring Cleaning Day

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    Our Spring Cleaning Day planned for Sunday 30 September has been postponed until further notice. This is due to the funeral service of the late Michael Goliath.

    Viewing will commence at 9h00am until 9h30am followed by the service that will be officiated by Pastor Hillary Baatjies.
  • Nominating Committee

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    The Nominating Committee is meeting on Sunday, 30 September 2018. We request all members to earnestly pray for God's leading during the meeting and for the Holy Spirit to work in our hearts when approached for roles next year.
  • Special Sabbath School Program

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    What to expect this week for Sabbath School (29 Sep).

    We invite current matriculants and parents, as well as all interested persons to attend an information session on tertiary education. Come and find out what Helderberg College of Higher Education (an Adventist Education Institution) has to offer.

    You don’t want to miss this special program, starting at 9h30AM, that will be presented by a current student from Helderberg College. Visit the college website at www.hbc.ac.za.

  • Alternative Communication Tool

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    Dear Bellville Members, the Communication Team is testing an alternative communication tool. In light of our recent incident on WhatsApp, we have been looking at another cost effective but more secure platform called Telegram similar to WhatsApp.

    Some of our members have been part of our testing and so far it's been going well. We now want to extent the invitation to the rest of you.

    Go to your mobile device PlayStore or AppStore, search for Telegram, download the free app and then create your profile. To join the Bellville Church News Channel on Telegram, send a direct message to Godwin or Larnelle on WhatsApp or Telegram.

    Learn more about Telegram at https://telegram.org/faq
  • Center for Online Evangelism: Free Webinar

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    Are you interested in joining our local church communication team in fulfilling the mission of the church? With the lack of time, skills and resources it can become a challenging task. With more hands on deck we can achieve so much more.

    Join the Center for Online Evangelism (an Adventist Ministry) for a FREE crash course via a webinar on Online Evangelism and more. You stand a chance to win a major giveaway!

    Follow the link for more info at https://www.facebook.com/events/315643305858534/?ti=cl

    What is a webinar?
    A webinar is a live, web-based video conference that uses the internet to connect the individual (or multiple individuals) hosting the webinar to an audience of viewers and listeners from all over the world. Hosts can show themselves speaking, switch to their computer screens for slideshows or demonstrations and even invite guests from other locations to co-host the webinar with them. Webinar platforms also offer interactive features that the audience can use to ask questions and chat with host. Many people who host webinars include Q&A sessions at the end to answer viewers' questions about the content from the presentation.

  • Pathfinder and Adventurer Clubs

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 September, 2018


    There will be Club tomorrow, 29 September 2018.

    Please refer to the Pathfinder and Adventurer Clubs WhatsApp groups for the latest news and changes to club dates and times.
  • Church Close: Sabbath 20 October

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 09 September, 2018


    Please note that Bellville Church will be closed on Sabbath 20 October. We will be joining the rest of the Cape Metropole Area to attend the Voice of Prophecy Bible School 75 Celebrations.

    Click here for more details.
  • Special Nominating Committee

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 29 July, 2018


    We invite all our baptized members to prayerfully prepare and participate in the selection of the Special Nominating Committee for 2019. Nominations will take place on Sabbath 18 August 2018.
  • Community/Business Meeting

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 29 July, 2018


    All baptized members are encouraged to please diarise and attend our Community Meeting on Sabbath 18 August 2018 by participating in the discussions and decision making of the church business.

    We will meet for Vespers at 6:15 PM and commence immediately thereafter.
  • Adventist Women's Ministries Emphasis Day

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 24 May, 2018


    Women's Ministries Emphasis Day is on the Church's Calendar of Days and Events and falls on the second Sabbath each June.

    AWM and YAWM invite ALL to our Divine hour service to CELEBRATE Women's Ministries Emphasis day on 09 June.
    ALL Women are invited to a Fellowship Lunch (Potluck) at church, after the service.

    Part of the Emphasis Day, all departments and the rest of our church family are invited to join, in visiting the sick at Tygerberg Hospital at 3:00 pm. Be part of spreading the Gospel and LOVE of GOD. #TotalMemberInvolvement

  • Girls Inc (YAWM)

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 24 May, 2018


    The Sabbath School programme on 2 June 2018 will be conducted by members of the Girls Inc. See the two posters below for more details.




  • Adventurers Testing

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 23 May, 2018


    Our Adventurers is getting tested on Sunday 27 May with other clubs joining us as well. Testing will take place at Bellville Church, starting at 8am.

  • Youth Outreach: St Joseph's Children's Home

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 23 May, 2018


    The Youth have committed to an ongoing outreach programme to the St Joseph's Children's Home. They visited the home in April and is planning to go back there. They are appealing again for donations of toiletries. See below for a list of other possible items that can be donated.

    A container is available in the foyer to place your contributions. #TotalMemberInvolvement


  • Children's Ministries: Prayer Breakfast

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 20 May, 2018


    The Children's Ministries will be hosting a Prayer Breakfast for the children on Sunday 3 June at 9AM.

    Elder Grant Lottering will be the guest speaker.
  • Board Meeting

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 20 May, 2018


    Dear Board Members. Just a friendly reminder that the next Board Meeting will take place on Sabbath, 26 May 2018 immediately after Vespers. Heads of Departments to please liaise with your respective elders with regards to any issues or agenda points that must be included in the board pack. We ask that all board members make the necessary arrangements to be at the board meeting and that we commence promptly. Regards. Abigail (on behalf of Church Clerk).
  • Truth Apparel

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 16 May, 2018


    One of our very own members, Natassha Miller, who serves as the Young Adventist Women's Ministries (YAWM) Leader, is running her own clothing brand, Truth Apparel. Check out her Facebook page to browse through the items available on sale.

    You can DM her on Facebook or contact her on truthapparelcapetown@gmail.com or +27 71 285 0730 to place your order.


  • Elder's Certification Programme

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 16 May, 2018


    A Church Elder’s certification programme will be held on the weekend of 18-20 May at the CPUT campus in Bellville and will be presented by Pastor Papu, Pastor Mbaza and the Conference Directors.

    The certification programme uses the Church Manual and the Elder’s Handbook as guidebooks.

    The programme is open to all newly elected elders or any church member who is interested in completing this certified programme.

    Speak to our Head Elder, Sherwin Dreyer or click here to view the poster for more details.

  • Adventurers & Pathfinder Club

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 16 May, 2018


    There will be club on Sabbath, 19 May 2018 at 3PM. Parents please assist and ensure your child/children's homework is completed. Adventurers to bring their 3 different leave and barks from different trees with them
  • Health & Temperance: Breathe Free Talk (Stop Smoking programme)

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 10 May, 2018


    The month of May is Drug Awareness month. The Health & Temperance Department will be hosting an afternoon programme titled: Breathe Free Talk on Sabbath 26 May 2018

    Make sure you don't miss this interesting discussion to support the church "stop smoking" initiative. See you all there!
  • Youth: Coffee Bar

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 01 May, 2018

    All the youth are invited to join our discussions on Forgiveness - how to deal with betrayal the biblical way! Click here for more info
  • Youth Hike

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 01 May, 2018

    Bellville Youth Ministries invite all the youth to join them on a hike to the Tygerberg Nature Reserve followed by snacks at the home of Eltie & Yolanda Links. Speak to Choongo for more info.
  • Personal Ministries Internal Campaign

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 27 April, 2018


    Personal Ministries are planning a series of events. Please pray for God's blessing and guidance on the preparations. We also pray that God will speak to the hearts of our members to support our local Personal Ministries programs. If you would like to become a volunteer, speak to the PM leader, Lynn Moyo. #Total Member Involvement (TMI)
  • Membership Transfer Out

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 26 April, 2018


    First Reading (21 April 2018)  |  Second Reading (28 April 2018)

    Amahle Dabata to Berea International SDA Church, Silverton, Pretoria, South Africa.
    Thuliswa Sixishe to Orlando West SDA Church, Soweto, Gauteng, South Africa.
  • ACS Community Fundraising Event

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 19 April, 2018


    The Bellville Adventist Community Services (ACS) and relevant departments will be partnering in having a fundraising event for future community projects like, Soup Kitchens, Shoe Box, etc.

    When: 1 May 2018
    Where: Bellville local church
    Time: 10am - 1pm
    What: Bring and Buy

    All department/ministry leaders are encouraged to appeal to their respective teams to donate in forms of items or money towards the fundraiser.

    "Our common goal as a church this year is to work for God, our church, and our community. Christ in His Holy word says, 'When I was hungry, you gave me to eat, when I was naked you clothed me'. May we as children of God unite and do what we should do, to hasten His soon coming." Adre van Wyk, Assistant to ACS Leader

    God bless you and your families.

    To get involved, contact ACS Leader, Veronica Isaacs at 0832706126 or 0219511907.
  • Medical Missionary Training

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 12 April, 2018


    Arukah living is a Medical Missionary training center, an affiliate of LIGHT ministry [Lay Institute for Global Health Training]. We teach complete courses in Medical Missionary work as well as Advanced Medical Missionary training. Arukah living works with the SDA church in accomplishing its mission to bring the Everlasting Gospel to the world. 

    The Training will take place in Cape Town (exact venue still to be communicated), from 26 November – 23 December 2018.

    Contact Mawethu Qose at 0736346193 for more information.

    Click here to view the Arukah Living pamphlet.
  • Youth Outreach: St Joseph's Children's Home

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 March, 2018


    The Youth are planning an outreach to St Joseph's Children's Home on Sabbath 21 April from 8h30AM. They are appealing for donations of toiletries to take for these children as this is one of the needs shared by the home. See below for a list of possible items that can be donated.





  • Youth: Coffee Bar

    Announced by Godwin Bruinders on 28 March, 2018


    The Bellville Youth will be having a Coffee Bar at church on Friday, 13 April 2018 from 18h30 to 21h00.

    Sr Ezo Nxusani will be the special guest speaker.

    Topic: Who am I?