NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
Education
Sunday - a Celebration of the World Conference
GATHERPreludeIntroit: Men’s Quartet Thou
Didst Leave Thy ThroneWelcome
and Call to WorshipPrayer
CB #41 From
the Rising of the Sun
PRAISEWB #76 Praise,
I Will Praise Thee, LordOur
news, sharing & requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIMChoir Guide
My Feet, LordWB #321 Lift
High the CrossScripture Reading Acts
2: 17-21, 42-47Sharing personal
perspectives Fran
S, Helene W, & Amiel V Hymn projected Make
My Joy CompleteSharing personal
perspectives Peggy
and Al H
RESPONDHymn projected Hakuna
akaita sa JesuOffering
Men’s Quartet Tho' Your Sins Be As Scarlet
SENDWB #502 Spirit
of GodBenediction
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song
Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE &
PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake
and Reatha T.
- at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
THIS WEEK AT
FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service 11:05
am -
Refreshments and fellowship in the gym.
11:25
am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic:
Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING
EVENTS
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Dec. 12 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
There will also be a basket at the
entrance to the gym to receive donations to cover costs of the meal.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
Currently MDS volunteers are serving in Dulzura CA, Ramona CA, New Iberia
LA, New Orleans LA, and Pass Christian MS. Please keep their safety in
your prayers and also those survivors of continuing disasters such as
flooding/storms this week along the US East coast.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
NOVEMBER 15, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our
News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory
Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake
and Reatha T. - at AMBC in
Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to
Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral
Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this
difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
NOVEMBER 22, 2009 9:45 a.m.
• Message:Fran S, Helene W, Amiel V, Peggy and Al H • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N • Song Leader: Al H Scripture Reading: Margaret D • Pianist: Ann W Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Clearbrook
Mennonite Church-
Siegbert Zukowski
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Tony L., Clare N.
· In need of special prayer: Corrie H.,
· Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house, Hawaii; Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBS in Elkhart, IN
·
Sister
Church in Barranquilla (See e-mail exerpt on insert.)
11:25 am - Adult class in Fireside Chapel
Topic: Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
Nov. 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent: Lessons and Carols
- German Hymn
Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
Celebration of communion
Request from Food Committee: Please indicate if you plan to attend the banquet on Dec.
12, and if you will bring invited guests.
Sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board. Thanks.
Christmas Banquet Donations: The board made the following decision regarding our special
gift offering on Dec. 12:
1. That we bring packaged food items to be donated to the Kelowna
Food Bank; and
2. That our
monetary donations be sent to MC Canada Witness and
designated
for the Macau Mennonite Church.
They have recently acquired a factory building, which needs renovating
for church services. Please check
out the poster on the mission bulletin board, which gives details about the
project. Their move will save the
church a total of $6,500 annually in rental costs.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: MC Canada Witness
Workers in Macau, George and Tobia Veith and their family, are currently on a North American ministry tour.
Pray that their engagements with congregations near and far will strengthen
existing relationships and create new ones.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your
giving to Company of 1000 helped support 7 students from Conrad Grebel and CMU
explore their gifts for ministry in a local congregation through the Ministry
Inquiry Program. Thank you for your generosity!
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board. (See poster on bulletin board.)
MCC’s
Kaleidoscope program, which is
part of our Employment and Community Development department, will be screening
their new films at their graduation ceremony on November 26th at the
Richmond Cultural Centre at 4 pm. In ‘’Sweet Tooth Inc” one man’s sweet little world crumbles to pieces when
a shocking revelation reveals the truth about Cupcakes! An announcement
appears below. You can check out their trailer online at www.kaleidoscopefilms.ca
MCC’s
new Deer Trail Guest House in Abbotsford is ready to accommodate guests for both short
and long term visits. Get all the details at www.deertrailguesthouse.com
Mennonite
Disaster Service News:
1.
MDS
has completed its investigation in American Samoa and a small leadership team is in
place. MDS is working in partnership with other agencies to prepare a
response to the extensive housing damage caused by the tsunami. No
volunteers are needed at this time. Watch www.mds.mennonite.net for further developments.
MDS
All Unit Meeting – the MDS annual gathering and convention – is being held
February 12-13, 2010 in Saskatoon SK this year! Everyone is invited to come
out and hear MDS stories/reports, worship together, celebrate MDS’ 60th
anniversary (pictures, special guests), and meet new/former MDS friends.
See the MDS website to register.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Give a
“Gift that Matters”
when you do your Christmas shopping with the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue.
Visit mcc.org/Christmas to make your selection and purchase. Gifts start at
just $9 and include a gift card and project insert. For a copy of the
catalogue, see the most recent issue of a Common Place magazine or contact the MCC office
at 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
The Reach
Gallery Museum, Abbotsford,
in cooperation with the Mennonite Historical Society of BC and MCC BC, is featuring
an exhibit: “The Mennonites: People of Faith and Action.” This
display of photos and quilts, depict early beginnings and contributions to the
growth and development of Abbotsford and surrounding districts. Display
hours: Tuesday Wednesday Friday 10am - 5pm; Thursday 10am to 9pm; Sat.
& Sunday 12:00pm - 5pm. Date: November 19 through January 3rd.
The Museum is at 32388 Veterans Way, Abbotsford. Admission is free.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Excerpt of e-mail from
our Sister Church contact
person:
"Last
Sunday our church held baptisms on the beach of Salgar, which is very close to
Barranquilla. We are happy because
many persons are choosing to join our community. We took many photos and as soon as they are developed I will
send you some. We have formed a
choir for the next regional meeting, which takes place on Nov. 28. This is a new experience for us, since
all members of the church are participating in the choir. We thank God that we now have a woman
in our praise team who is a music specialist and she has been directing
us. I'll take this opportunity to
tell you that our praise team is very good, which fact shows itself in the
resulting prayers that we are lifting up to God that He bless this group. We are thankful that you are supporting
us."
Diana
Maria Ocampo
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Church
Serve fundraiser “A Touch of Christmas” Fair, December 5th, 2009 9:30 AM – 3:30
PM
Crafters
and Vendors, Silent Auction, Live Music, Fresh Christmas Trees and Great Food!
Join us
for the festivities and support our community!
For more
information contact us at churchserveinfo@shaw.ca or call 250-861-5465.
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome
and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 41 Come,
Thou Almighty King
PRAISE
WB # 341 Jesus
Loves Me
WB # 319 Jesus
Shall Reign
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Choir O
Day of Peace
WB # 307 Will
You Let Me Be Your Servant
Scripture Reading Psalm
146:5-10; Isaiah 61:1-3
Message The
Kingdom of God
RESPOND
WB # 367 For
the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
WB # 581 Take
Thou My Hand, O Father [vs. 1]
Benediction The
Lord Bless You and Keep You
• Message:
George E. • Worship Leader: Jacqueline N.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture
Reading: Patrick V.
. • Pianist:
Ann W. • Ministers:
Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Church
of the Way-
Steve and Ann Heinrichs
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., Clare N.
· Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house
Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
We extend our condolences to Janet Baschzok and family for thee sudden loss of John Baschzok on Monday, Nov. 9. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Springfield Funeraleral Home.
May God's comforting presence surround you during this difficult time and bring healing.
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
Printed copies of the
catalogue can be viewed and purchases made on line at www.mcc.org/Christmas. Also you can place your order at Ten
Thousand Villages. Don't forget
to sign up to go as a group to Ten Thousand Villages!
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp
Squeah invites
applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an
experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic
outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not
limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance
with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and
guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety
guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more
information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102.
Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society on
November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook
Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize
music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf
of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am
informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by
three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1-
At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER
19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2-
At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER
20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The
guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of
Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert
Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will
be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The
PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected
at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the
Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event;
promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants
and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered
Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8
individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin
board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in
Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a
dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family,
dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Fellowship in gym
11:25 am - Adult class on Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
Thurs. 7:00 pm - Congregational meeting
Fri. 7:00 pm - Choir practice
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 19 - Congregational meeting
22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conferenc
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - First Sunday of Advent
29 - German Hymn Sing
Dec. 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from
MC Canada: On September 30th, a
Private Members Bill proposing a federal Department of Peace was tabled in
Parliament. Mennonite Church Canada has had a strong influence in shaping this
bill together with the Canadian Department of Peace Initiative. Please pray
that public resolve to support this idea will gather momentum throughout the
long process ahead. For more information, see departmentofpeace.ca.
MC Canada's
Ministry Notes: Through a variety of ministry partnerships and
initiatives such as the Peace in the Public Square proposal approved by Delegates at Assembly 2009,
Mennonite Church Canada is striving to spread the message that God’s all
encompassing Shalom – peace – is attainable without violence. Your continued
prayers and support help to share peace!
Second Annual
Canadian School of Peacebuilding 2010: Register now to attend summer courses
at CMU's Canadian School of Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to
three courses running concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for
professional training for practitioners and learners. Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular
are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
Christmas Giving Catalogue: Each year thousands of people decide
that their Christmas celebration will include a different kind of Christmas
gift giving. By purchasing MCC
Christmas gifts, "gifts that matter", you will be giving year round to
children, families and communities around the world who need our help with the
basic necessities of life.
In the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue you will find "gifts
that matter" starting at just $9.
Each gift chosen will include a gift card and a postcard size colour
insert describing the gift.
Selection can be made by using the enclosed envelope in the catalogue
(on the foyer table) and returning it to the MCC BC office. To ensure the gift cards and inserts
are returned in time for Christmas, selection should be made by Dec. 4.
MCC
is responding to recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies
and long-term recovery needs. You
can help. Make your cheques out to
MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414
Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8.
MC Canada Announces
Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved
or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient
Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
MCC
partner, Justapaz, reports on the ongoing
crisis in Colombia. Recently,
six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have been murdered because of
their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the violence affecting their
communities. Other pastors state their fear, but are speaking up so the
global church can know of the realities. They ask the church in the
‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment to working for
God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in peace with
dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they may
transform their lives.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Have
you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study
tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April
29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies
at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle
East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285 Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts, Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Mennonite World Conference Post-Assembly Gatherings: On behalf of the Mennonite World Conference guests coming to BC in November, I am informing you, as the designated "Point person", of the visit by three MWC guests, and two Post-Asuncion Assembly 15 "Gatherings":
1- At First United Mennonite Church in Vancouver at 7:30 PM, ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19, at 659 East 52nd Avenue, Vancouver;
2- At Emmanuel Mennonite Church in Abbotsford at 7:30 PM, ON FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20. At 3471 Clearbrook Road, Abbotsford.
The guests will be Danisa Ndlovu, from Zimbabwe, the newly installed President of Mennonite World Conference, along with Cynthia Peacock from India and Bert Lobe, Global Church promoter for Mennonite World Conference. The team will be in BC from November 18 to 22nd for a variety of engagements.
The PURPOSE OF THE GATHERINGS is to celebrate TOGETHER, as reflected at Assembly 15 in Asuncion last July, the Christian UNITY of the Global Anabaptist Church; hear first hand perspectives on the event; promote the total ongoing ministry of MWC. All the guests are gifted communicators and all participants and friends of the Church are warmly invited.
Employment Opportunity for Registered Nurses: Bethesda Christian Association is seeking Registered Nurses for two of their Group Homes in Kelowna to provide support to 8 individuals with developmental disabilities. Please see the bulletin board for more details.
Outreach Event at Cedar Valley Mennonite Church in Mission: On Sat., Dec. 5 & Sun., Dec 6, a dinner theatre and village experience, "In Bethlehem Inn", will take place. Including a program for children and the entire family, dinner theatre, to communicate the Gospel to the community.
NOVEMBER 8, 2009 9:45 a.m.
COLOMBIA DAY
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
NOVEMBER 1, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 26 Holy Spirit, Come with Power
PRAISE
WB # 332 Blessed Assurance
WB # 306 In Christ There Is No East or West
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Special Music Praise Our God, All Ye His Servants
WB # 540 Strong, Righteous Man of Galilee
Scripture Reading Phil. 2:12-18; Matt. 5:1-16
"Shards of Light - Expressions of the Church in War-torn
Sudan"
RESPOND
WB # 367 For the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
WB # 553 I Am Weak and I Need Thy Strength
Benediction
• Message: Wayne Bremner • Worship Leader: Fran S.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Peter G.
. • Special Music: Len Schroeder • Pianist: Mary Schroeder
PRAISE & PETITIONS
- Cedar Valley Mennonite Church- Dan & Linda Rempel, Pastor
- Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
- Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John B., Clare N.
- Hospitalized: Mary R.
- Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS (returning Tuesday); Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBS in Elkhart, Indiana
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Colombia Day Service Next Sunday: The worship service will focus on Colombia, and following the service we will enjoy together a typical Colombian meal. A free will offering will be received to cover the costs of food, and whatever is left over, a love gift to our sister congregation in Barranquilla, Colombia, to help them in their outreach ministries.
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
MCC BC Annual General Meeting and Conference is scheduled this year for November 14, 8 am – 3:30 pm at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St. Vancouver. The theme is Our Daily Bread: Caring in the Name of Christ. Involve yourself in the work of MCC in BC and around the world. Inspiring speakers, music and worship, interactive workshops, storytelling and more. Registration is $10 before November 6, $15 after this date – register now, pay at the door. For more info contact MCC BC at 604 850 6639 toll free at 1 888 622 6337.
MCC is responding to the recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies, and long term recovery needs. You can help. Make your cheques out to MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8. You can also give with your credit card when you cal 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
MCBC Churches – please join us in praying for Neil and Edith Von Gunten (MC Canada Native Ministry Co-Directors) as they clear their calendars and travel to Indiana to be with his parents. Neil’s father is dying of pancreatic cancer and they anticipate he will pass away quite soon. - Janette Thiessen, Office Administrator, MCBC
"Food Fight:Prayer and Feasting is the theme for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford November 11-15. The event includes a Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts, workshops, etc. For more information call I 888 622 6337.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
Prayer Request from MC Canada: Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker Daniel Pantoja is working with the Integrated Mennonite Church in the Philippines to coordinate relief efforts for victims of typhoon-related flooding in late September 2009. Pray that adequate food, shelter and clean drinking water will be available for all.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your gifts enable the development of on-line resources such as this year’s downloadable Advent booklet, “Bursting In and Breaking Out.” See mennonitechurch.ca/tiny/1179
Thank you for helping us make resources like this one readily available for home and church use.
CMU Offers Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Sara Wenger Shenk named AMBS president: Sara Wenger Shenk, Ed.D., associate dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has been named president of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. She will begin the new assignment no later than October 1, 2010, following time of preparation and orientation.
Dr. Wenger Shenk represents a unique combination of gifts and experiences, including teaching and administration in theological education, cross-cultural ministry, church planting, and writing for both scholarly and popular audiences. She is grounded in Jesus, deeply respectful of the church, and passionate about Anabaptist theological education.
Wenger Shenk holds a Doctor of Education degree from Union Theological Seminary and The Presbyterian School of Christian Education, and a master's degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, Ill. She has been on the faculty and administration of EMS since 1995.
AMBS Offers First Webinar: A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a full-day event at AMBS.
This is a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a day.
The online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6, 1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Shepherd's Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help, having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other hurts in life. They provide long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job coaching. If interested in getting involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna, V1Y 5S6).
October 25, 2009 9:45 a.m
GATHER
Prelude
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 84 Oh, That I Had a Thousand Voices
PRAISE
WB # 393 A Charge to Keep I Have
Children's Chorus WB # 341 Jesus Loves Me
Children's Story
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
WB # 565 My Faith Looks up to Thee
Scripture Reading Job 1:1, 6-12; 19:25-26; James 5:10-11
Message Faith in God, no Matter What!
RESPOND
WB # 544 When We Walk with the Lord [vs. 1, 2]
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
MH # 73 Be Still My Soul
Benediction
• Message: Harry L. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture Reading: Sally H
• Pianist: Ann W. • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
Bethel Mennonite Church- Philip Wheaton, Pastor
Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
Hospitalized: Mary R.
Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Fellowship in the fellowship hall
11:25
am - Adult class meets- topic Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in fireside chapel
Cleaning - Korean Church
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 1 -
Wayne Bremner and Glen Witmer here
8 - Colombia Day
14 - MCC BC AGM and Conference
(See poster on mission bulletin board.)
19 -
Congregational meeting at 7 p.m.
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - German Hymn Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
Special Speakers next Sunday:
Wayne Bremner MCC
BC Executive Director, will be
bringing the message next Sunday, titled "Shards of Light - expressions of
the church in war-torn Sudan." In September he
visited MCC projects in Sudan.
Glenn Witmer, former Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker in Jerusalem,
will be the speaker during adult Sunday School on November 1st. He
will have a power point presentation about his MennoJerusalem program following
refreshments in the gym. Guests are very welcome to attend.
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
For All of Us
Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will
serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin
board.
Decision of the
Ladies Last Sunday: The ladies met following the church service on October 17th
to decide on the distribution of funds remaining from hosting Inspiration Day last May. The
decision was made to distribute $300 towards MCC food for Sudan and $300
towards Harmony House of Kelowna Gospel Mission Society, with the remainder
to be held in the general account for the annual donation towards our Global
family. A decision was also made by this group not to have a Friendship
Circle Christmas banquet in December this year.
MCC
BC Annual General Meeting: It is scheduled this year for November
14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St., Vancouver. Our church may have two delegates. If any of you would like to attend and
are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch with Margaret
Ediger. Leaflets with information
on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the foyer. Please help yourself.
Gleaners' Sock
Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for
your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We
hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Daily Bread Users: Many of
you enjoy these daily meditations and appreciate the fact that they are
supplied free of charge. They do
ask for a free will offering to help them defray costs. If some of you feel led to make a
donation to them, just right a check to FMC and designate it for Daily Bread.
New Church Cleaning Schedule: Beginning in November the Koreans will be cleaning
the church three weeks for every week we clean it. The new cleaning schedule has been placed on the bulletin
board and in the mailboxes.
The
Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel’s Messiah, conducted by Leroy Wiens, on Saturday,
November 28, at 7:30 pm at First Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road. Only 300 tickets available so purchase
tickets soon. Check with Al or
Peggy about tickets.
MC Canada
Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
Principles
of Peace Gain Broader Recognition:
What if peace
held as the organizing
principle for society? What if non-violent conflict resolution, rather than
defence and offence, shaped national and international strategies for peace?
What if military “boot camp” for soldiers focussed on intensive training in
violence prevention, mediation, and reconciliation instead of physical prowess,
aggression and weaponry? Mennonite Church Canada is taking an active role in
promoting a culture of peace, including non-violent conflict resolution, within
Canada and abroad. For more information check: www.mennonitechurch.ca/news/releases/2009/10/Release04.htm
.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: Pray that the
message of Christ will continue to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers
in Canada and abroad. Currently, 45 of MC Canada’s some 225 congregations are
from backgrounds other than Russian or Swiss Mennonite traditions. Sunday
worship services are offered in English, German, French and 12 other languages.
MC
Canada's Ministry Notes: Mennonite Heritage Sunday: As the official repository of archival records for
many Mennonite organizations, the Mennonite Heritage Centre is often able to
provide genealogical evidence that helps Mennonites from Mexico legally enter
Canada. Thank you for supporting this important ministry!
CMU Offers
Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at
Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't
forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's
Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
AMBS
Offers First Webinar:
A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by
the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will
be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship
consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a
full-day event at AMBS.
This is
a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who
want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a
day.
The
online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of
discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a
PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone
hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6,
1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find
more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair”
fundraiser December 5th,
in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help
us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt
donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax
receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What
can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid
and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church
Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Van for Sale: Salmon
Arm Christian School is selling their 15-passenger van, low mileage, new paint,
and excellent condition.
Call
Jim 1-250-804-8840
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This
society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
NOVEMBER 8, 2009 9:45 a.m.
COLOMBIA DAY
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
NOVEMBER 1, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 26 Holy Spirit, Come with Power
PRAISE
WB # 332 Blessed Assurance
WB # 306 In Christ There Is No East or West
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Special Music Praise Our God, All Ye His Servants
WB # 540 Strong, Righteous Man of Galilee
Scripture Reading Phil. 2:12-18; Matt. 5:1-16
"Shards of Light - Expressions of the Church in War-torn
Sudan"
RESPOND
WB # 367 For the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
WB # 553 I Am Weak and I Need Thy Strength
Benediction
• Message: Wayne Bremner • Worship Leader: Fran S.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Peter G.
. • Special Music: Len Schroeder • Pianist: Mary Schroeder
PRAISE & PETITIONS
- Cedar Valley Mennonite Church- Dan & Linda Rempel, Pastor
- Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
- Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John B., Clare N.
- Hospitalized: Mary R.
- Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS (returning Tuesday); Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBS in Elkhart, Indiana
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Colombia Day Service Next Sunday: The worship service will focus on Colombia, and following the service we will enjoy together a typical Colombian meal. A free will offering will be received to cover the costs of food, and whatever is left over, a love gift to our sister congregation in Barranquilla, Colombia, to help them in their outreach ministries.
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
MCC BC Annual General Meeting and Conference is scheduled this year for November 14, 8 am – 3:30 pm at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St. Vancouver. The theme is Our Daily Bread: Caring in the Name of Christ. Involve yourself in the work of MCC in BC and around the world. Inspiring speakers, music and worship, interactive workshops, storytelling and more. Registration is $10 before November 6, $15 after this date – register now, pay at the door. For more info contact MCC BC at 604 850 6639 toll free at 1 888 622 6337.
MCC is responding to the recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies, and long term recovery needs. You can help. Make your cheques out to MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8. You can also give with your credit card when you cal 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
MCBC Churches – please join us in praying for Neil and Edith Von Gunten (MC Canada Native Ministry Co-Directors) as they clear their calendars and travel to Indiana to be with his parents. Neil’s father is dying of pancreatic cancer and they anticipate he will pass away quite soon. - Janette Thiessen, Office Administrator, MCBC
"Food Fight:Prayer and Feasting is the theme for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford November 11-15. The event includes a Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts, workshops, etc. For more information call I 888 622 6337.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
Prayer Request from MC Canada: Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker Daniel Pantoja is working with the Integrated Mennonite Church in the Philippines to coordinate relief efforts for victims of typhoon-related flooding in late September 2009. Pray that adequate food, shelter and clean drinking water will be available for all.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your gifts enable the development of on-line resources such as this year’s downloadable Advent booklet, “Bursting In and Breaking Out.” See mennonitechurch.ca/tiny/1179
Thank you for helping us make resources like this one readily available for home and church use.
CMU Offers Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Sara Wenger Shenk named AMBS president: Sara Wenger Shenk, Ed.D., associate dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has been named president of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. She will begin the new assignment no later than October 1, 2010, following time of preparation and orientation.
Dr. Wenger Shenk represents a unique combination of gifts and experiences, including teaching and administration in theological education, cross-cultural ministry, church planting, and writing for both scholarly and popular audiences. She is grounded in Jesus, deeply respectful of the church, and passionate about Anabaptist theological education.
Wenger Shenk holds a Doctor of Education degree from Union Theological Seminary and The Presbyterian School of Christian Education, and a master's degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, Ill. She has been on the faculty and administration of EMS since 1995.
AMBS Offers First Webinar: A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a full-day event at AMBS.
This is a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a day.
The online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6, 1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Shepherd's Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help, having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other hurts in life. They provide long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job coaching. If interested in getting involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna, V1Y 5S6).
October 25, 2009 9:45 a.m
NOVEMBER 8, 2009 9:45 a.m.
COLOMBIA DAY
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
NOVEMBER 1, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 26 Holy Spirit, Come with Power
PRAISE
WB # 332 Blessed Assurance
WB # 306 In Christ There Is No East or West
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Special Music Praise Our God, All Ye His Servants
WB # 540 Strong, Righteous Man of Galilee
Scripture Reading Phil. 2:12-18; Matt. 5:1-16
"Shards of Light - Expressions of the Church in War-torn
Sudan"
RESPOND
WB # 367 For the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
WB # 553 I Am Weak and I Need Thy Strength
Benediction
• Message: Wayne Bremner • Worship Leader: Fran S.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Peter G.
. • Special Music: Len Schroeder • Pianist: Mary Schroeder
PRAISE & PETITIONS
- Cedar Valley Mennonite Church- Dan & Linda Rempel, Pastor
- Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
- Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John B., Clare N.
- Hospitalized: Mary R.
- Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS (returning Tuesday); Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBS in Elkhart, Indiana
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Colombia Day Service Next Sunday: The worship service will focus on Colombia, and following the service we will enjoy together a typical Colombian meal. A free will offering will be received to cover the costs of food, and whatever is left over, a love gift to our sister congregation in Barranquilla, Colombia, to help them in their outreach ministries.
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
MCC BC Annual General Meeting and Conference is scheduled this year for November 14, 8 am – 3:30 pm at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St. Vancouver. The theme is Our Daily Bread: Caring in the Name of Christ. Involve yourself in the work of MCC in BC and around the world. Inspiring speakers, music and worship, interactive workshops, storytelling and more. Registration is $10 before November 6, $15 after this date – register now, pay at the door. For more info contact MCC BC at 604 850 6639 toll free at 1 888 622 6337.
MCC is responding to the recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies, and long term recovery needs. You can help. Make your cheques out to MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8. You can also give with your credit card when you cal 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
MCBC Churches – please join us in praying for Neil and Edith Von Gunten (MC Canada Native Ministry Co-Directors) as they clear their calendars and travel to Indiana to be with his parents. Neil’s father is dying of pancreatic cancer and they anticipate he will pass away quite soon. - Janette Thiessen, Office Administrator, MCBC
"Food Fight:Prayer and Feasting is the theme for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford November 11-15. The event includes a Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts, workshops, etc. For more information call I 888 622 6337.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
Prayer Request from MC Canada: Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker Daniel Pantoja is working with the Integrated Mennonite Church in the Philippines to coordinate relief efforts for victims of typhoon-related flooding in late September 2009. Pray that adequate food, shelter and clean drinking water will be available for all.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your gifts enable the development of on-line resources such as this year’s downloadable Advent booklet, “Bursting In and Breaking Out.” See mennonitechurch.ca/tiny/1179
Thank you for helping us make resources like this one readily available for home and church use.
CMU Offers Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Sara Wenger Shenk named AMBS president: Sara Wenger Shenk, Ed.D., associate dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has been named president of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. She will begin the new assignment no later than October 1, 2010, following time of preparation and orientation.
Dr. Wenger Shenk represents a unique combination of gifts and experiences, including teaching and administration in theological education, cross-cultural ministry, church planting, and writing for both scholarly and popular audiences. She is grounded in Jesus, deeply respectful of the church, and passionate about Anabaptist theological education.
Wenger Shenk holds a Doctor of Education degree from Union Theological Seminary and The Presbyterian School of Christian Education, and a master's degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, Ill. She has been on the faculty and administration of EMS since 1995.
AMBS Offers First Webinar: A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a full-day event at AMBS.
This is a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a day.
The online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6, 1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Shepherd's Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help, having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other hurts in life. They provide long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job coaching. If interested in getting involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna, V1Y 5S6).
NOVEMBER 8, 2009 9:45 a.m.
COLOMBIA DAY
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
NOVEMBER 8, 2009 9:45 a.m.
COLOMBIA DAY
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
NOVEMBER 8, 2009 9:45 a.m.
COLOMBIA DAY
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB
# 12 Come,
Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord,
You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
GATHER
Prelude
Introit Choir
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 12 Come, Let Us All Unite to Sing
PRAISE
WB # 229 Lord, You Have Come to the Lakeshore
Spanish Chorus Demos Gracias al Señor
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
Special Music Choir
CB # 15 Prayer of St. Francis
Scripture Reading Luke 4:16-19; Matthew 25:31-40
Message The Mission of the Colombian Church
RESPOND
WB # 389 Take My Life and Let It Be
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese
Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
·
Care
homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
·
Volunteers
abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and
Reatha T.
- at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS
WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING
EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie
Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent
event. Worship and music leaders
in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines
Learning Tour 2010
still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to
engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are
also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information
is available at mennonitechurch.
ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the
bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of
Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
SEND
CB # 13 Footsteps of Jesus
Benediction
• Message: Margaret E. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Helen S.
• Pianist: Mary Schroeder • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
· Chinese Grace Mennonite Church- Samson Lo, Pastor
· Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
· Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
· Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBC in Elkhart, Indiana
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am - Worship service
11:05 am - Colombian meal
Mon. 12:30 am - Funeral service, Mary Ruth
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in Fireside Chapel
COMING EVENTS
- Nov. 11-15 -Annual Arts an Peace Festival at CBC, Abbotsford
- 14 - MCC Annual Genera Meeting
- 19 - Congregational meeting
- 22 - Celebration of Mennonite World Conference
- 28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
- Dec, 12 - FMC Christmas banquet and program
Prayer Request from MC
Canada: Relationships are at the heart of all MC Canada ministries – from
Formation and Christian Witness to Support Services. We invite your prayers for
rich and blessed relationships at home and abroad, nurturing the soil for God’s
love and grace to blossom and flourish.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Following
the Mennonite World Conference Assembly in July, Mennonite Church Canada
Witness helped to organize an Indigenous Learning Tour that brought together
aboriginal peoples from across North and South America. Thank you for
supporting the development of these important connections!
MCC BC Annual General
Meeting: It is scheduled this year
for November 14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St.,
Vancouver. Our church may have two
delegates. If any of you would
like to attend and are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch
with Margaret Ediger. Leaflets
with information on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the
foyer. Please help yourself.
"Food Fight: Prayer
and Feasting" is the theme
for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in
Abbotsford. The event includes a
Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts,
workshops and more. Check for
details on MCC's website,
bc.mcc.org/peace or CBC's website,
www.columbiabc.edu
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has
Arrived: A barrel is now placed in
the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova
in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Second Annual Canadian
School of Peacebuilding 2010:
Register now to attend summer courses at CMU's Canadian School of
Peacebuilding in Winnipeg, June 14-July 2, 2010. Three 5-day sessions, each with two to three courses running
concurrently, are offered for academic credit or for professional training for
practitioners and learners.
Information on lecturers and course details are posted at
www.cmu.ca/csop.
Prairie Winds Worship And Music Retreat is happening January 15-17. This is going to be an excellent event. Worship and music leaders in particular are encouraged to attend. See poster on bulletin board.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
CMU Offers Ancient Stones
Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Church Serve is hosting “A
Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically
ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth
vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair
volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please
contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers:
This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
MCC partner, Justapaz,
reports on the ongoing crisis in Colombia. Recently, six church leaders in the province of Córdoba have
been murdered because of their leadership in land-rights and for opposing the
violence affecting their communities. Other pastors state their fear, but
are speaking up so the global church can know of the realities. They ask
the church in the ‘North’ to pray that they may persevere in their commitment
to working for God’s vision of a nonviolent Colombia, where all may live in
peace with dignity. Pray also for those responsible for this violence that they
may transform their lives.
Check the bulletin boards for: Okanagan Gleaners October Newsletter, Announcement of Prairie Winds Worship and Music Retreat, and a poster form Right to Life.
Camp Squeah invites applicants for the full time position of Food Service Manager. The Food Service Manager, a mature Christian, will be an experienced FoodSafe team leader dedicated to the mission, vision, strategic outcomes and values of Camp Squeah. A self-starter, motivated, organized, and capable of creating a positive sense of belonging and contribution to the Squeah kitchen team, the Food Service Manager must be guest group focussed and an excellent role model to all. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the management of Camp Squeah’s foodservice program in accordance with FOODSAFE policies and procedures, providing leadership, support and guidance to ensure that food quality standards, inventory levels, food safety guidelines and customer service expectations are met. For more information, including a detailed job description, visit www.squeah.com or call Rob Tiessen at 1-800-380-2267 ext 102. Processing of applications will begin shortly.
Travelling to Manitoba? Canadian Mennonite University welcomes you to its public events this month:
· Vespers Service Nov. 15, 7:30 pm, Laudamus Auditorium, 500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· John and Margaret Friesen Lectures in Anabaptist/Mennonite Studies, Nov. 17 & 18
· Mennonite Community Orchestra Fall Concert ($10), Nov. 22 at 3 pm, The Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
· Campus Visit Days for prospective students, Nov. 27, 9-3 pm.
· The CMU Annual Christmas Concert, Nov.28 at 7 pm, Laudamus Auditorium.
Visit www.cmu.ca for event details.
Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register for this inspiring study tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Canadian Mennonite University. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Details at https://www.cmu.ca/studytour/
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society on November 20th at 6:30 pm at the Bakerview MB Church, 2285
Clearbrook Rd., Abbotsford, BC. Come and share an evening of desserts,
Taize music, stories and reports of the work this past year.
Don’t forget the MCC Christmas Giving Catalogue for all your Christmas gift giving. Check it out online at mcc.org/christmas
NOVEMBER 1, 2009 9:45 a.m.
GATHER
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 26 Holy Spirit, Come with Power
PRAISE
WB # 332 Blessed Assurance
WB # 306 In Christ There Is No East or West
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
Special Music Praise Our God, All Ye His Servants
WB # 540 Strong, Righteous Man of Galilee
Scripture Reading Phil. 2:12-18; Matt. 5:1-16
"Shards of Light - Expressions of the Church in War-torn
Sudan"
RESPOND
WB # 367 For the Healing of the Nations
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
WB # 553 I Am Weak and I Need Thy Strength
Benediction
• Message: Wayne Bremner • Worship Leader: Fran S.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Peter G.
. • Special Music: Len Schroeder • Pianist: Mary Schroeder
PRAISE & PETITIONS
- Cedar Valley Mennonite Church- Dan & Linda Rempel, Pastor
- Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
- Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John B., Clare N.
- Hospitalized: Mary R.
- Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS (returning Tuesday); Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBS in Elkhart, Indiana
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Colombia Day Service Next Sunday: The worship service will focus on Colombia, and following the service we will enjoy together a typical Colombian meal. A free will offering will be received to cover the costs of food, and whatever is left over, a love gift to our sister congregation in Barranquilla, Colombia, to help them in their outreach ministries.
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
MCC BC Annual General Meeting and Conference is scheduled this year for November 14, 8 am – 3:30 pm at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St. Vancouver. The theme is Our Daily Bread: Caring in the Name of Christ. Involve yourself in the work of MCC in BC and around the world. Inspiring speakers, music and worship, interactive workshops, storytelling and more. Registration is $10 before November 6, $15 after this date – register now, pay at the door. For more info contact MCC BC at 604 850 6639 toll free at 1 888 622 6337.
MCC is responding to the recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies, and long term recovery needs. You can help. Make your cheques out to MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8. You can also give with your credit card when you cal 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
MCBC Churches – please join us in praying for Neil and Edith Von Gunten (MC Canada Native Ministry Co-Directors) as they clear their calendars and travel to Indiana to be with his parents. Neil’s father is dying of pancreatic cancer and they anticipate he will pass away quite soon. - Janette Thiessen, Office Administrator, MCBC
"Food Fight:Prayer and Feasting is the theme for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford November 11-15. The event includes a Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts, workshops, etc. For more information call I 888 622 6337.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
Prayer Request from MC Canada: Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker Daniel Pantoja is working with the Integrated Mennonite Church in the Philippines to coordinate relief efforts for victims of typhoon-related flooding in late September 2009. Pray that adequate food, shelter and clean drinking water will be available for all.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your gifts enable the development of on-line resources such as this year’s downloadable Advent booklet, “Bursting In and Breaking Out.” See mennonitechurch.ca/tiny/1179
Thank you for helping us make resources like this one readily available for home and church use.
CMU Offers Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Sara Wenger Shenk named AMBS president: Sara Wenger Shenk, Ed.D., associate dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has been named president of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. She will begin the new assignment no later than October 1, 2010, following time of preparation and orientation.
Dr. Wenger Shenk represents a unique combination of gifts and experiences, including teaching and administration in theological education, cross-cultural ministry, church planting, and writing for both scholarly and popular audiences. She is grounded in Jesus, deeply respectful of the church, and passionate about Anabaptist theological education.
Wenger Shenk holds a Doctor of Education degree from Union Theological Seminary and The Presbyterian School of Christian Education, and a master's degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, Ill. She has been on the faculty and administration of EMS since 1995.
AMBS Offers First Webinar: A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a full-day event at AMBS.
This is a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a day.
The online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6, 1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Shepherd's Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help, having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other hurts in life. They provide long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job coaching. If interested in getting involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna, V1Y 5S6).
• Message: Wayne Bremner • Worship Leader: Fran S.
• Song Leader: George E. • Scripture Reading: Peter G.
. • Special Music: Len Schroeder • Pianist: Mary Schroeder
PRAISE & PETITIONS
- Cedar Valley Mennonite Church- Dan & Linda Rempel, Pastor
- Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
- Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John B., Clare N.
- Hospitalized: Mary R.
- Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS (returning Tuesday); Jake and Reatha T. - at AMBS in Elkhart, Indiana
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Colombia Day Service Next Sunday: The worship service will focus on Colombia, and following the service we will enjoy together a typical Colombian meal. A free will offering will be received to cover the costs of food, and whatever is left over, a love gift to our sister congregation in Barranquilla, Colombia, to help them in their outreach ministries.
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
Gleaners' Sock Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
For All of Us Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board.
MCC BC Annual General Meeting and Conference is scheduled this year for November 14, 8 am – 3:30 pm at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St. Vancouver. The theme is Our Daily Bread: Caring in the Name of Christ. Involve yourself in the work of MCC in BC and around the world. Inspiring speakers, music and worship, interactive workshops, storytelling and more. Registration is $10 before November 6, $15 after this date – register now, pay at the door. For more info contact MCC BC at 604 850 6639 toll free at 1 888 622 6337.
MCC is responding to the recent disasters in Indonesia, Philippines and Vietnam with shelter, food, emergency supplies, and long term recovery needs. You can help. Make your cheques out to MCC BC marked for Asia Disasters Appeal and send to MCC BC Box 2038 31414 Marshall Road, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3T8. You can also give with your credit card when you cal 604 850 6639 or 1 888 622 6337.
MCBC Churches – please join us in praying for Neil and Edith Von Gunten (MC Canada Native Ministry Co-Directors) as they clear their calendars and travel to Indiana to be with his parents. Neil’s father is dying of pancreatic cancer and they anticipate he will pass away quite soon. - Janette Thiessen, Office Administrator, MCBC
"Food Fight:Prayer and Feasting is the theme for this year's Arts and Peace Festival at Columbia Bible College in Abbotsford November 11-15. The event includes a Vespers service, art gallery, documentary and discussion evening, concerts, workshops, etc. For more information call I 888 622 6337.
MC Canada Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available by contacting Norm Dyck at 1-866-888-6785
Prayer Request from MC Canada: Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker Daniel Pantoja is working with the Integrated Mennonite Church in the Philippines to coordinate relief efforts for victims of typhoon-related flooding in late September 2009. Pray that adequate food, shelter and clean drinking water will be available for all.
MC Canada's Ministry Notes: Your gifts enable the development of on-line resources such as this year’s downloadable Advent booklet, “Bursting In and Breaking Out.” See mennonitechurch.ca/tiny/1179
Thank you for helping us make resources like this one readily available for home and church use.
CMU Offers Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East. Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Sara Wenger Shenk named AMBS president: Sara Wenger Shenk, Ed.D., associate dean of Eastern Mennonite Seminary, has been named president of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary. She will begin the new assignment no later than October 1, 2010, following time of preparation and orientation.
Dr. Wenger Shenk represents a unique combination of gifts and experiences, including teaching and administration in theological education, cross-cultural ministry, church planting, and writing for both scholarly and popular audiences. She is grounded in Jesus, deeply respectful of the church, and passionate about Anabaptist theological education.
Wenger Shenk holds a Doctor of Education degree from Union Theological Seminary and The Presbyterian School of Christian Education, and a master's degree from Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, Evanston, Ill. She has been on the faculty and administration of EMS since 1995.
AMBS Offers First Webinar: A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a full-day event at AMBS.
This is a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a day.
The online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6, 1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair” fundraiser December 5th, in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Shepherd's Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help, having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other hurts in life. They provide long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job coaching. If interested in getting involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna, V1Y 5S6).
GATHER
Prelude
Welcome and Call to Worship
Prayer
WB # 84 Oh, That I Had a Thousand Voices
PRAISE
WB # 393 A Charge to Keep I Have
Children's Chorus WB # 341 Jesus Loves Me
Children's Story
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
PROCLAIM
WB # 565 My Faith Looks up to Thee
Scripture Reading Job 1:1, 6-12; 19:25-26; James 5:10-11
Message Faith in God, no Matter What!
RESPOND
WB # 544 When We Walk with the Lord [vs. 1, 2]
Offering Offertory Music
SEND
MH # 73 Be Still My Soul
Benediction
• Message: Harry L. • Worship Leader: John B.
• Song Leader: Larry W. • Scripture Reading: Sally H
• Pianist: Ann W. • Ministers: Each of us!
PRAISE & PETITIONS
Bethel Mennonite Church- Philip Wheaton, Pastor
Care homes: Henry W., Helen D., Ron N., Arlene W. (Penticton)
Recovering: Corrie H., Tony L., John Baschzok, Clare N.
Hospitalized: Mary R.
Volunteers abroad: John & Grace K. – Friends' guest house; Jerry and Doreen K. - in Samoa for MDS
THIS WEEK AT FMC
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Fellowship in the fellowship hall
11:25
am - Adult class meets- topic Sudan
Wed. 9:30 am - Quilting in fireside chapel
Cleaning - Korean Church
COMING EVENTS
Nov. 1 -
Wayne Bremner and Glen Witmer here
8 - Colombia Day
14 - MCC BC AGM and Conference
(See poster on mission bulletin board.)
19 -
Congregational meeting at 7 p.m.
28 - Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel's Messiah
29 - German Hymn Sing at FMC (3 p.m.)
Dec. 5 -
FMC Christmas banquet and program
Special Speakers next Sunday:
Wayne Bremner MCC
BC Executive Director, will be
bringing the message next Sunday, titled "Shards of Light - expressions of
the church in war-torn Sudan." In September he
visited MCC projects in Sudan.
Glenn Witmer, former Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker in Jerusalem,
will be the speaker during adult Sunday School on November 1st. He
will have a power point presentation about his MennoJerusalem program following
refreshments in the gym. Guests are very welcome to attend.
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
For All of Us
Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will
serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin
board.
Decision of the
Ladies Last Sunday: The ladies met following the church service on October 17th
to decide on the distribution of funds remaining from hosting Inspiration Day last May. The
decision was made to distribute $300 towards MCC food for Sudan and $300
towards Harmony House of Kelowna Gospel Mission Society, with the remainder
to be held in the general account for the annual donation towards our Global
family. A decision was also made by this group not to have a Friendship
Circle Christmas banquet in December this year.
MCC
BC Annual General Meeting: It is scheduled this year for November
14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St., Vancouver. Our church may have two delegates. If any of you would like to attend and
are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch with Margaret
Ediger. Leaflets with information
on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the foyer. Please help yourself.
Gleaners' Sock
Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for
your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We
hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Daily Bread Users: Many of
you enjoy these daily meditations and appreciate the fact that they are
supplied free of charge. They do
ask for a free will offering to help them defray costs. If some of you feel led to make a
donation to them, just right a check to FMC and designate it for Daily Bread.
New Church Cleaning Schedule: Beginning in November the Koreans will be cleaning
the church three weeks for every week we clean it. The new cleaning schedule has been placed on the bulletin
board and in the mailboxes.
The
Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel’s Messiah, conducted by Leroy Wiens, on Saturday,
November 28, at 7:30 pm at First Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road. Only 300 tickets available so purchase
tickets soon. Check with Al or
Peggy about tickets.
MC Canada
Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
Principles
of Peace Gain Broader Recognition:
What if peace
held as the organizing
principle for society? What if non-violent conflict resolution, rather than
defence and offence, shaped national and international strategies for peace?
What if military “boot camp” for soldiers focussed on intensive training in
violence prevention, mediation, and reconciliation instead of physical prowess,
aggression and weaponry? Mennonite Church Canada is taking an active role in
promoting a culture of peace, including non-violent conflict resolution, within
Canada and abroad. For more information check: www.mennonitechurch.ca/news/releases/2009/10/Release04.htm
.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: Pray that the
message of Christ will continue to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers
in Canada and abroad. Currently, 45 of MC Canada’s some 225 congregations are
from backgrounds other than Russian or Swiss Mennonite traditions. Sunday
worship services are offered in English, German, French and 12 other languages.
MC
Canada's Ministry Notes: Mennonite Heritage Sunday: As the official repository of archival records for
many Mennonite organizations, the Mennonite Heritage Centre is often able to
provide genealogical evidence that helps Mennonites from Mexico legally enter
Canada. Thank you for supporting this important ministry!
CMU Offers
Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at
Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't
forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's
Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
AMBS
Offers First Webinar:
A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by
the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will
be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship
consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a
full-day event at AMBS.
This is
a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who
want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a
day.
The
online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of
discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a
PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone
hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6,
1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find
more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair”
fundraiser December 5th,
in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help
us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt
donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax
receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What
can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid
and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church
Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Van for Sale: Salmon
Arm Christian School is selling their 15-passenger van, low mileage, new paint,
and excellent condition.
Call
Jim 1-250-804-8840
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This
society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)
WB # 393 A Charge to Keep I Have
Children's Chorus WB # 341 Jesus Loves Me
Children's Story
Our News, Sharing & Requests
Congregational Prayer
Today 9:45 am -
Worship service
11:05
am -
Fellowship in the fellowship hall
11:25
am - Adult class meets- topic Sudan
Special Speakers next Sunday:
Wayne Bremner MCC
BC Executive Director, will be
bringing the message next Sunday, titled "Shards of Light - expressions of
the church in war-torn Sudan." In September he
visited MCC projects in Sudan.
Glenn Witmer, former Mennonite Church Canada Witness worker in Jerusalem,
will be the speaker during adult Sunday School on November 1st. He
will have a power point presentation about his MennoJerusalem program following
refreshments in the gym. Guests are very welcome to attend.
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
For All of Us
Who Enjoy the Coffee Hour: Please choose the day when you will
serve the refreshments, and indicate so on the sign-up sheet on the bulletin
board.
Decision of the
Ladies Last Sunday: The ladies met following the church service on October 17th
to decide on the distribution of funds remaining from hosting Inspiration Day last May. The
decision was made to distribute $300 towards MCC food for Sudan and $300
towards Harmony House of Kelowna Gospel Mission Society, with the remainder
to be held in the general account for the annual donation towards our Global
family. A decision was also made by this group not to have a Friendship
Circle Christmas banquet in December this year.
MCC
BC Annual General Meeting: It is scheduled this year for November
14, 2009, at Culloden MB Church, 6060 Culloden St., Vancouver. Our church may have two delegates. If any of you would like to attend and
are willing to serve as FMC delegates, please get in touch with Margaret
Ediger. Leaflets with information
on the agenda ad program are placed on the table in the foyer. Please help yourself.
Gleaners' Sock
Barrel Has Arrived: A barrel is now placed in the foyer for
your donations of socks, mittens, and toques, etc. This year they will be sent to Moldova in Eastern Europe. We
hope the barrel will be filled to overflowing once again!
Daily Bread Users: Many of
you enjoy these daily meditations and appreciate the fact that they are
supplied free of charge. They do
ask for a free will offering to help them defray costs. If some of you feel led to make a
donation to them, just right a check to FMC and designate it for Daily Bread.
New Church Cleaning Schedule: Beginning in November the Koreans will be cleaning
the church three weeks for every week we clean it. The new cleaning schedule has been placed on the bulletin
board and in the mailboxes.
The
Okanagan Festival Singers present Handel’s Messiah, conducted by Leroy Wiens, on Saturday,
November 28, at 7:30 pm at First Lutheran Church, 4091 Lakeshore Road. Only 300 tickets available so purchase
tickets soon. Check with Al or
Peggy about tickets.
MC Canada
Announces Tour: Philippines Learning Tour 2010 still has 2-3 spots available for
the March 4-14 tour dates! You are invited to engage, see, and learn about
Witness ministries in the Philippines. There are also a number of spots
remaining for the January 21-31 tour dates. More information is available at mennonitechurch. ca/getinvolved or by contacting Norm Dyck at
1-866-888-6785
Principles
of Peace Gain Broader Recognition:
What if peace
held as the organizing
principle for society? What if non-violent conflict resolution, rather than
defence and offence, shaped national and international strategies for peace?
What if military “boot camp” for soldiers focussed on intensive training in
violence prevention, mediation, and reconciliation instead of physical prowess,
aggression and weaponry? Mennonite Church Canada is taking an active role in
promoting a culture of peace, including non-violent conflict resolution, within
Canada and abroad. For more information check: www.mennonitechurch.ca/news/releases/2009/10/Release04.htm
.
Prayer Request
from MC Canada: Pray that the
message of Christ will continue to transcend linguistic and cultural barriers
in Canada and abroad. Currently, 45 of MC Canada’s some 225 congregations are
from backgrounds other than Russian or Swiss Mennonite traditions. Sunday
worship services are offered in English, German, French and 12 other languages.
MC
Canada's Ministry Notes: Mennonite Heritage Sunday: As the official repository of archival records for
many Mennonite organizations, the Mennonite Heritage Centre is often able to
provide genealogical evidence that helps Mennonites from Mexico legally enter
Canada. Thank you for supporting this important ministry!
CMU Offers
Ancient Stones Study Tour: Have you been
dreaming of a visit to the Holy Land? Register now to join Canadian Mennonite
University’s (CMU) next learning tour, “Ancient Stones, Living Stones: The Holy
Land in Perspective,” April 29-May 21, 2010, with Gordon Matties, Associate
Professor of Biblical Studies. This is Gordon’s sixth tour to the Middle East.
Get ready for an intense and inspiring learning experience. Check out www.cmu.ca/studytour.
Annual General Meeting of Communitas Supportive Care
Society will be held on Friday, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at
Bakerview M.B. Church. Also, don't
forget the musical Evening of Remembrance & Thanksgiving at St. Matthew's
Anglican Church in Abbotsford on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m.
AMBS
Offers First Webinar:
A 90-minute online seminar for pastors and other leaders is being offered by
the AMBS Church Leadership Center on November 6. The focus of this webinar will
be Pastoring in the Midst of Financial Crisis. Lynn A. Miller, stewardship
consultation, will be the presenter for the webinar the day after he leads a
full-day event at AMBS.
This is
a first for AMBS, responding to requests from pastors and other leaders who
want to join in continuing education events but cannot come to campus for a
day.
The
online session will feature a 60-minute presentation followed by 30 minutes of
discussion. Participants will view video of Lynn speaking as well as a
PowerPoint presentation. Audio connections will be made by toll-free telephone
hookup.
This webinar will take place on Friday, November 6,
1:00-2:30 p.m. EST. Find
more information and register on the AMBS Web site. Early registration deadline is October 22. (http://ambs.edu/programs-institutes/clc/workshops/webinar-pastoring-financial-crisis)
Church Serve is hosting “A Touch of Christmas Fair”
fundraiser December 5th,
in support of our chronically ill and disabled clients. You can help
us. We are looking for booth vendors, silent auction donations, new quilt
donations and Christmas Fair volunteers. (All received donations are tax
receiptable.) Please contact Patricia Goertzen at 250 861-5465 e-mail patriciachurchserve@shawbiz.ca.
What
can the church in Canada learn from the South African church’s experience with apartheid
and its Truth and Reconciliation Commission? Tune in to Mennonite Church
Canada’s podcast, Church Matters, or access it via iTunes.
Van for Sale: Salmon
Arm Christian School is selling their 15-passenger van, low mileage, new paint,
and excellent condition.
Call
Jim 1-250-804-8840
Shepherd's
Reach Society Looking for Volunteers: This
society provides services locally for women and children. Many come to the doors needing help,
having lost hope due to relationship breakdown, abuses, addictions and other
hurts in life. They provide
long-term accommodations, educational assistance, career guidance and job
coaching. If interested in getting
involved, please call Garry Enns at 250-862-2719 (765B Copeland Place, Kelowna,
V1Y 5S6)