Family Notice Board – October 2024

Published on October 9, 2024

Chris Pittendrigh passed away on the 1st of October at the age of 85. Chris was a long standing member and previously on staff at NewHope. We rejoice in the knowledge that Chris is now fully whole and healed in heaven. Please uphold the family in prayer, especially Heather his wife. A Thanksgiving Service celebrating Chris’ life will be held at NewHope on Monday the 14th of October at 2pm. The service will also be live-streamed and details can be found here.


John Nicholson passed away on the 30th of September at the age of 85. John was a previous member of NewHope and known by many in our congregation. Our prayers are with his wife Lorraine, children Julie, Peter and Gary, their partners and grand children. A Thanksgiving Service will be held on Friday the 11th of October, 2pm at Le Pine Box Hill.

Return to NewHope News

Recent NewHope News Posts:

NHY Tanzania Fundraiser

Mar 26, 2025

As part of NewHope Youth's Outreach weekend, our year 11 small groups are hosting a BBQ fundraiser after the 5PM service on Sunday 30th March.  Three of our wonderful year 11s - Maddi, Karys, and Abi - are flying to Africa in April as a part of their school's Service...

read more

Support Baptist Mission Australia through Stamp Collection

Mar 12, 2025

Volunteer Opportunity: Support Baptist Mission Australia through Stamp Collection. For many years, the Victorian Baptist Stamp Committee has raised vital funds—approximately $15,000 annually—to support the important work of Baptist Mission Australia. We're currently...

read more

Stand in the Gap: Solidarity Sunday

Mar 12, 2025

Baptist World Alliance is calling God’s people to Stand in the Gap this Solidarity Sunday, March 30. Over the last 100 days, there has been a rapid deceleration of humanitarian aid around the world. We may not be able to replace the millions that have been lost, but...

read more