Deptford District LifeBuilders Newsletter

Deptford District LifeBuilders Newsletter
December 2019
Issue 2
THE JOURNEY SO FAR FROM THE DIRECTOR
Like with any journey a vehicle at
any point needs to make a pit stop
or have a service to ensure that the
vehicle is in good running order.
It's important that the engine is
lubricated and has oil, the tyres are not worn and have the right
amount of air in them.
The vehicle needs to be serviced regularly by a reputable
mechanic to ensure it is running at it's optimum. This is applicable
to the LifeBuilders B.U.S.S that we are carrying out regular
maintenance and are prepared for a full service.
We are still on this journey together picking up passengers;
DEPTFORD DISTRICT LIFEBUILDERS
BOARD
DISTRICT BISHOP: Bishop Lloyd Henry
LIFEBUILDERS DIRECTOR: Norman
Johnson
LIFEBUILDERS SECRETARY: Shaun McKen
LOCAL DIRECTORS
Ken Scott (Chrisma)
Morris Rhule (Deptford)
Raymond Lewis (Gateway)
Spencer Karanda (Rochester)
stopping at Deptford (Gathering the Harvest), Gateway Ministries (Are you Ready?), Chrisma
(Stewardship) and Rochester (Mind, Body and Soul). Despite the occasional road blocks, we
are determined to forge our way through relying on prayer. We are Better Together - Stronger,
Wiser, Happier
If you have not yet joined the LifeBuilders B.U.S.S men you need to get on board. There is a stop
near you!
Calling All Men
Deptford District Needs You!
NORMAN JOHNSON
DEPTFORD DISTRICT LIFEBUILDERS DIRECTOR
WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT
To the Men’s Lifebuilders Director and his Board and to all the men on the Deptford District.
I want to encourage you all as you seek to build the men’s ministry on the foundation of Pauls
writing to the Philippians which says
‘I can do all things through Christ who strengthen me’ Phil 4:13.
The task may prove to be challenging but if you can all come into agreement and work together
to build the department you will achieve new levels of success because we are BETTER
TOGETHER.
BISHOP LLOYD HENRY
DEPTFORD DISTRICT OVERSEER

Deptford District Coordinated Prayer Walk
On Friday 8th November 2019 the four churches on the
District coordinated a prayer walk at the same time in
each local area. Each church prayed specifically for the
needs of their local community.
Deptford District 10-pin Bowling Championship
The men across the District descended on Lewisham
AMF in May and November 2019 where there was fellowship, fun and plenty of competition.
After two rounds Deptford are
currently in 1st place with
Rochester following close behind.
There are two rounds to go and
Gateway and Chrisma are hoping
to make some in roads.
Look out for publicity in 2020!
Come and support your team.
As a district we want to continue to foster strong relationships in terms of our activities,
supporting each other’s
local programs outside of
Sunday’s.
ministry.
It was good to see support
from the other churches on
the district, friends and the
non-churched. The paint
balling event took place in
August 2019 and was
hosted by Rochester men’s
A great time was had by all, team building & fellowship minus the bruises.
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Having the Conversation: Tackling Knife, Gun and Gang Culture
After listening to the church members and local community
it is quite noticeable that when some crimes are reported in
certain communities, there can be a poor response. We
however are responsible and should take full
responsibilities for our children. Young people need to be
guided away from those grooming them into drugs and
crime by offering them money, designer clothes and shoes.
The churches of all denominations should work together in
the community, asking for help from all walks of life to help provide facilities in education,
sports, apprenticeships and various skills. Contact our Black Lawyers, Doctors, Scientists,
Sports stars and successful entrepreneurs and get them to give presentations to youths on how
they got where they are now.
Churches should consult the media, BBC, ITV and Sky and ask for regular slots to show the
good young people in the community and not just the bad.
Latoya Johnson
from the community
Numbers 13:30 NKJV
“Let us go up at once and take possession, for we are
well able to overcome it.”
The devil will attempt to block the work of God. Giants may well present themselves. My prayer is that men will stand
and declare “We are well able to overcome.” God said Caleb had a different spirit in him and followed Him fully
(Numbers 14:24) Caleb’s faith and confidence was in God.
We believe through the prayer of faith, we shall see men with a different spirit who will follow God fully. For we are not
a people who walk by sight but by faith. Amen
REV PRIMOLIN REYNOLDS (GATEWAY MINISTRIES)
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Men At Work Gatheri
June 2018

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Pictures courtesy of Laura Henry and
Cecilia Cappel
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P rofile Co rner
Bro Spencer Karanda, was born and bred in
Zimbabwe. He joined the New Testament Church of
God (Rochester) in August 2001. In 2003 he became
the Children and Youth Director and in May 2017 he
became the Men’s Leader. He was inducted in June
2017 by Rev Eustace Constance the National
LifeBuilders Director.
He has been married for 10 years to his beautiful wife
Angelica and they have two children, a daughter and
a son who he describes as the “apple of his life”.
Purpose Statement:-
Encourage each man to pursue a love relationship
with God in Christ and with one another.
Train every man to know the biblical basis and
relevancy of all the spiritual and practical issues of
life.
Motivate men to see and understand their roles as
servant leaders in their family, church, workplace,
local community and world.
Enable men to gather regularly for fellowship,
worship, accountability, learning and working
together....
Help men to live out their Christian faith and
training in the everyday processes of life.
Mission Statement:-
The mission of My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) at
Rochester Church is to
As we prepare to enter a new decade
the challenge of being male in British
society has become increasingly
difficult, more so for our young Black
men. The absence of fathers and
positive role models, coupled with a
lack of opportunities and resources,
makes it incumbent upon us to make
ourselves available. I’m confident that
the men on the Deptford district under
its current leadership will do just that
by God’s grace.
Change the World
Ezekiel:22:30 NIV
“I looked for someone among them who would
build up the wall and stand before me in the
gap on behalf of the land so I would not have
to destroy it, but I found no one,”
Deptford District, God is looking for men who
are willing to avail themselves to the building
of the kingdom of God and to stand in the gap
(intercede) for your community.
Are you willing?
Are you available?
Are you ready?
BISHOP CLAION GRANDISON
CHRISMA NTCG
REV JANCIE JOHNSON (ROCHESTER)
provide men with the resources to develop Godly
characters and build men so they can become
prophets, priests and kings in their homes,
communities and work places for Jesus Christ
Proverbs 27:17
As Iron sharpens Iron, so a man sharpens the
countenance of his friend
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NO M O RE MANNING UP I t ’s ti m e to b reak the t aboo around men’s mental
h eal th
A article by Kate Wills 16 Jun 2019
ALTHOUGH us Brits are getting better at talking about mental health, men in particular are still
struggling to get the help they need.
Suicide is the biggest single killer of men under 45 in the UK, with men three times as likely to
take their own lives as women.
“Guys tend to bottle things up,” says mental health campaigner Natasha Devon. “Because of lad
culture, men can see talking about problems as a sign of weakness. But actually, it’s the
strongest thing you can do.”
Here’s how to start those difficult conversations.
Friend zone
“Talking about feelings doesn’t have to be in an intense eye-to-eye environment,” says Chris
O’Sullivan from the Mental Health Foundation, which found that only one in four men felt they
could talk to a friend or family member when they were stressed.
“Shoulder-to-shoulder interactions such as driving or walking have been shown to be more
effective for men as they take away the pressure of talking.
“Simply asking: ‘How are you doing? ’can be all it takes.”
The Deptford District LifeBuilders department is focused on ensuring that there is a safe space for
men to share in a non judgemental environment.
We want to ask the question “How are you doing?”
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N ational Events
The National Men’s
gathering will take
place between 12-14
June 2020 in
Northampton. A
weekend retreat
where men can
come together from
all over the country
to worship,
fellowship find their
God given purpose and relax in his presence. Over the last couple of years we the men on
Deptford District have supported these gatherings and hope that we will see increased support for
the coming year.
Registration is inclusive of en-suite accommodation,
breakfast, lunch, evening meal and all refreshments.
There are affordable packages and options to pay in three
easy instalments.
Weekend (Fri-Sun): £175 (sharing) or £199 (sole
occupancy)
One Night Stay (Sat-Sun): £125 (sharing) or £147 (sole
occupancy)
Register Online today www.lifebuilders.org.uk/driven
W h a t i s KFC?
KFC is an acronym for Kingdom, Family and Community. This is the focus of the National
LifeBuilders to facilitate life-changing opportunities to help men live for Jesus in the kingdom, in
their families and in their communities.
D eptford Distri ct Pillars
Bishop Henry’s District strategy has five pillars which are
Leadership Development and Training
Spiritual Development
Outreach
Networking
Organisational Development
The focus for 2020 will be Leadership Development and Training and Outreach
Mission Statement
To take, a holistic approach to raise future leaders. To build a strong foundation, in order to leave a legacy and foster
the growth of men both numerically and spiritually. To identify needs, to equip and develop men, through
relationship.
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