Springwood Winmalee Anglican Church

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Farewell to Graham and Jane Crew

21 March 2010

Jane and Graham CrewLast night (Sat 20th March) some 200 people joined in the Factory at Springwood, to say goodbye to Graham and Jane Crew. After 13 years at SWAC, Graham is moving to become Senior Pastor at Gymea Anglican Church.

Since Graham arrived, the parish has grown in number and depth. Five ongoing churches were planted, including Youth Church, Winmalee 8am, Winmalee Night Church, Valley Heights Community Church and Arvo Church now meeting at the Factory. We have purchased one new house for staff and renovated another, and purchased and renovated the Ministry Centre (Factory) — now used 7 days each week for meetings and administration.

The evening saw music and fun, reminiscences and tears as Jane and Graham reflected on the years in the mountains.

Graham writes:

“Many thanks to all those who have wished us well, have sent cards or messages, or who have prayed for us. We will miss you greatly, more so when we arrive at Gymea and realise the depth of our loss! We are so grateful to God for the fellowship & friendships He has given us at SWAC, and for the privilege of ministering among people so keen to follow the Lord where He leads. We will continue to pray for you. We are excited to see who God will provide to lead you and look forward to the love, growth and change he will bring.”

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