NOTE: Beginning next week, children in grade 7 will be added to the Nursery Schedule, and those in grades 5&6 will be added to the Sunday School Helper List.

Next Week: Summer Coffee Schedule has ended - Thank you to all who took their turn so we could enjoy coffee and fellowship after the service.

Everyone is welcome to our 6:00 P.M. service. Tonight, Pastor Kevin will preach a sermon based on Acts 6 and the past and current work of deacons

We extend our congratulations to Kevin and Vanessa Nieboer and also both sets of grandparents. Daisy Annabella was born Saturday, August 22. She was 7 pounds 7 ounces and 19 inches long. Daisy experienced some complications, had some blood work, and spent some time in the neo-natal unit. Daisy is now doing much better for which we give thanks to God. As of Thursday evening, Vanessa and Daisy should be home by Friday.

We extend congratulations to Vanessa Slomp and Michael Spaling who were united in marriage yesterday.

Everet Schiebout underwent surgery on his right eye this past Thursday. The doctors report that it went well.

We extend our condolences to the Chris and Kathleen Bolink family in the recent death of Kathleen's father, Martin Nyland. Pray for God to comfort both the Nyland and Bolink families.

Please continue to pray for healing for Dan Konynenbelt. Pray for Melody, the kids, and the extended family as well.

Also remember those who suffer from chronic disease, pain and depression that may not be as visible.

Everyone is welcome to stay for coffee and fellowship after this morning’s service.

Sept 9 Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at the Edith Cavell Care Center at l1:30 am. Sept. 1212th Annual Bits & Bytes Golf Classic at Land-O-Lakes, 9:00 A.M.

BUILDING PROJECT

Building Committee Progress Report

Fencing to secure the building project site is in place

• Our basement and foundation plan have been engineered, approved, and stamped by BCB Engineering of Lethbridge

• A building permit has now been applied for to Alberta Permit Pro. (should be received shortly)

• Basement digging and excavation will begin immediately when permit is approved and received

• Dick VanHarbeden will be removing brick, etc. and preparing the north exterior wall of our old building

• Dick VanHarbeden is actively preparing subcontractor for foundation and basement work

• Westco Construction of Lethbridge is actively working on and preparing steel super structure

• When all of the completed and “engineered” plans are back to the building committee, we will display again for all to see

• Any members willing to donate time, equipment, or cover any direct costs (future supplier invoices or materials) please contact any member of the building committee.

Building committee members are: Henry K., Rob K., Tim H., Luke H., Mike F., Henk P.

The Building Finance Committee

Thank-you to all those who have given to the Building Project so far. We have received $222,783 in gifts and pledges for 2009. There is $179,000 in outstanding pledges for 2009 and in anticipation of construction we ask that all 2009 pledges be honored by Sept. 30, 2009. An offer of financing has been received from the Christian Credit Union and approved by council. We are now waiting for a formal mortgage to be prepared. If you have any questions in regards to financing of the building project please contact a building finance committee member (Jerry dB, Andrew K, or Lucy K).

Cadet Campout: The Cadets are going camping at Writing on Stone Friday September 25 - Sunday September 27. We invite all cadets, cadet fathers or grandfathers to join us. We have booked a group site which has room for 20 campers. The cost for fathers to bring their own camper or tent is $20 per night. The Cadets will have a few large tents for those who do not have a camper or tent. Please call or email Jeff at 403-553-3448 / cadets@noblefordcrc.com by September 14 to register how many people are coming and if you are bringing a camper or tent.

Thank you: A big thankyou to the outgoing ushers for their help over the years. Your time and effort is appreciated. We welcome Chris H and Bas vdK as new ushers.

SENIOR SINGING: In your mailboxes today you will find the schedule for 2009/10. Singing begins on Sept.13th. Each group is scheduled to sing 4 times. Gems, Cadets and Young People 3 times. This amounts to only 8 hours out of 8760 hours in one year.! Please prayerfully consider your family's participation in this ministry which is a weekly highlight for many of the residents.

Nobleford Coffee Break Ministry. The fall season is quickly approaching and we are in need of help for Coffee Break this year. We need 1 Bible Study leader, 1-4 people who would be willing to set up the basement on Wednesday nights/Thursday mornings and 1-2 people to help co-ordinate the 3-4 socials we have each season, and of course nursery helpers. Without this help, we will not be able to run this important ministry. We ask that you prayerfully consider how you can be used by God in this ministry. It is a short season of ministry, as we only run from Thanksgiving to Easter. If you would like to help or need more info, please contact Melinda Notenbomer ASAP or before September 13. Thank you

Luncheon: We have been invited to a Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at the Edith Cavell Care Center on Wednesday Sept. 9th at l1:30 am. Please contact Wilma Lubberts if you wish to attend as a representative of our congregation.

Sunday School Update. We are excitedly looking forward to another season of Sunday School and ask that you prayerfully consider joining us in this fun and rewarding ministry. We still need teachers for Grades 4 and 6. We plan to begin on September 20 with a time of fun and singing and our first lesson will be on September 27. If you are at all interested or have any questions, please contact Lynda or Melinda. We would like to have all our teachers in place by August 30.

LETHBRIDGE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CHOIR: We are looking forward to starting a new season once again at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, 1818 – 5^th Ave. S. on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 PM starting on Monday, Sept. 14, 2009. We are hoping to have many new women, both young and old, join us as we sing praises to our God. Our new director, Diane Wever, is excited and looking forward to taking on this new challenge. See you there!

THE BITS & BYTES CLASSIC - There are still a few spots open, so now is the time to register for the Bits & Bytes Classic Golf Tourney (Sept. 12). This should be the best tourney ever with great prizes and contests! The $125 entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, a power cart, a great gift package, prizes and an all-you-can-eat smorgasbord meal. We need all levels of golfers to compete in this best-ball event. To register in the Bits & Bytes Classic simply contact Sean Alaric at salaric@immanuelcs.ca or phone 403-381-9328 or text or call his cell 403-593-9328 with your name and average score.

Attention Sunday school coordinators, teachers, helpers, and parents: Faith Alive Christian Resources and LAUGH (a ministry network for Sunday school leaders) invite you to a day of support, encouragement, and equipping for the task of discipling our little ones! Join us on Saturday, October 17, for Harvest Hands—the 2009 GROW Conference at Covenant CRC in Edmonton. For workshop details and registration options, visit www.faithaliveresources.org/GROW

Identity & Technology--The King's University College is hosting its semi-annual interdisciplinary studies conference on September 16-17, 2009 focused on the theme of identity and technology. The conference is free and open to the public. It runs from 9am to 3pm each day with a special evening lecture on Wednesday, September 16 at 7:30pm by Dr. Kevin Schut titled "Participating in a Joystick World." Dr. Schut is professor of media studies in the department of communications at Trinity Western University. For more information, check the King's website (kingsu.ca) or contact Rebecca Warren at rebecca.warren@kingsu.ca.

DID YOU KNOW??? – that euthanasia and assisted suicide could become legal in Canada??? MP Francine Lalonde has introduced Bill C-384, which would legalize assisted suicide, not only for those who are terminally ill, but also for those who are experiencing physical and mental pain. The bill will go to second reading this fall. If it passes second reading it will go to the Justice Committee for review and then will be returned to the House of Commons for final debate and vote. We hope it will not get that far! We need to let our MPs know that euthanasia and assisted suicide are not acceptable to Canadians! For more information on this bill and for details on how to write your MP and the Prime Minister regarding this issue visit www.euthanasiaprevention.on.ca. If you do not have access to the internet call Lethbridge & District Pro-Life at 403.320.5433 and we can send you some more information.

30th Anniversary Join us as we celebrate The King’s University College’s 30^th Anniversary (1979 – 2009) where we will reflect on three decades of Christian education at King’s as presented by students, faculty, alumni, and members of the King’s community.

Saturday, September 26 Art Exhibit and Reception 3:00 – 5:00p.m.

Annual Meeting & Community Banquet 5:30p.m. (Purchase your tickets by calling 780-465-8314 or 1-800-661-8582 option 4)
Sunday, September 27

1Worship Service 10:00a.m.

2Brunch 11:30a.m. – 1:00p.m.

3Campus Tours and Events 1:30p.m.

For more information on all Anniversary events check out our website at www.kingsu.ca/anniversary

CRWRC: Millions of people will go hungry this fall and long into winter due to a significant shortage of rainfall in Eastern Africa. Crops simply did not grow. CRWRC has been bringing food to 36,000 people in Kenya, but the drought has dramatically and quickly increased the number of people without food. Please give generously. Mark your cheques "East Africa Drought" and send to: CRWRC, 3475 Mainway, P.O. Box 5070, STN LCD 1, Burlington, Ontario, L7R 3Y8. Or phone 1-800-730-3490, or give online at www.crwrc.org