BUILDING UPDATE
The Tender committee have proposed to divide the Stage 1 works into 3 separate contracts;
o    External Roadworks (Terrigal Drive)
•    Two quotes have been received and we are waiting on a third to arrive this coming week
o    Internal Earthworks and Services
•    Three quotes have been received and the committee is currently reviewing the quotes
o    Building Works
•    the tenders for the building works are due to be sent out to three  selected local contractors later this week.
Subject to approval from Church Council, the obtaining of Bank finance and the provision of a Construction Certificate from Gosford Council the works are planned to commence late February or early March
We hope to start the external roadworks and the internal earthworks asap followed four weeks later by the building works

GIVING UPDATE
o    Nearly $1 million dollars has been raised by the congregation through the Building for the Future Giving campaign.  This is fantastic praise God !
o    The pledge system is underway and if you need a reminder just call the office on 4367 2100.
o    if you have made a commitment to give a pledge and are unsure of what you have actually pledged or if you have not received a receipt for your January pledges please contact Jackie on 4367 2100 or email jackie.kearney@ccec.com.au
o    Please make sure any direct deposits are put into the correct account CBA BSB 062-668  acct 10197907  .
o    If you require a receipt please put your name and SBF as your reference on the direct debit please
o    Keep praying that God will continue to raise up the finances necessary to complete this project