BUILDING PROJECT The Building Finance Committee

As of December 15, 2009 the Building Fund stands at $889,917.21 (gross). We have incurred $285,948.20 in expenses leaving $583,969.01 in our building fund. The mortgage is currently at the lawyer for registration. If you have any questions in regards to financing the building project please contact a building finance committee member (Jerry dB, Andrew K, Lucy K, Harry K.).

BUILDING PROJECT             Building Committee Progress Report 

·    Dick VH is prepared to pour basement floor (weather permitting- will probably plastic in basement and heat once 1^st steel level is installed). The bldg comm. has given Dick approval to install in-floor heat in the nursery, entrance, and council room area’s only for individual climate control.

·    Arrangements are in place for Fortis Alberta to bring necessary electrical services to site. The new service will provide power to our entire facility including the old part.

·    Westco Construction is preparing steel super structure for roofline and supports- will deliver to site when ready.

·    Dick VH is actively erecting steel and has hired required labour & equipment to do so.

·    All steel for 1^st level is installed. Dick VH and crew are busy installing floor trusses and plywood.

·    Westco Construction has provided us an onsite dumpster at a very reasonable price.

·     “Engineered” plans have been posted in the rear foyer for your review.... Any suggestions, thoughts, questions – please see a committee member.

·    We have had a good response for sub-committee volunteers. We had a good tour of the NRC church in Broxburn. Q & A session, etc.

·    Sub-committee members:

-     Henry K has a copy of our engineered plans for each committee (1 per comm.)

-     You have been given your committee responsibilities – please be as pro-active as possible as time passes quickly. Dick VH will be needing committee feedback as soon as we have it..... Thx Again to the many volunteers willing to help.

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

FUNSKATE MEETING: We will have our first Funskate Meeting after the morning service, TODAY in the kitchen. If you are interested in finding out more and you are willing to help, please come to this meeting!

FOOD BANK UPDATE: This week, the food bank is in need of CANNED MEATS There will be a box at the back of church for you to put your food donation in.

SWEETHEART MYSTERY DINNER: On Saturday February the 13th, the Young Peoples Society is hosting a Sweetheart Mystery Dinner in the church basement. Cocktails and refreshments will start to be served at 6:30 with the dinner itself officially beginning @ 7:00 p.m. There is a limit of 34 couples so please make your reservations ASAP. For reservations call either Dayna Hummel (403-732-5163) or Shelby Konynenbelt (403-824-3988). If they aren't available when you call, please leave a message and they will call you back as soon as they can to confirm your reservations. When you make your reservations, you will receive the ticket(s) in your church mailbox or we will arrange to get it to you. Your ticket will be taken at the front door when you arrive at the dinner, so don't forget or lose it! Donations will be accepted at the front doors. So for an evening you won't forget, tell all your friends and family and call one of us for your reservation! We'll see you there!!!

SUNDAY SCHOOL UPDATE: A reminder to all that we start Sunday School today following the morning service. Also a huge thank you to the kids and congregation for your generous support of our Kits 4 Kids program. We were able to send a cheque for $930.00 to this very important ministry. For the months of January and February, our offering will be going to the Interfaith Food Bank, as the need seems to be great there right now. Please keep our teachers and kids in your prayers as we continue to have fun learning about God.

ATTENTION COFFEE BREAK NURSERY HELPERS! Due to unforeseen changes, there is a new schedule in your mailboxes today. Please throw out the old one and use this one instead. Thank you again for your time to this ministry.

THE GEMS AND CADETS AND COUNSELLORS would like to thank the congregation for their support for the Bottle Drive last week. Altogether we raised over $3200.00. As well, thank you to the Mothers and Fathers that helped.

Attention: Members of the Nobleford Christian Reformed Church

To comply with the laws of the Province of Alberta and upon advice of our attorney the council advises the membership of the Nobleford Christian Reformed Church that we will be entering into a mortgage for the completion of the building project. More details can be obtained from the Building Finance Committee.

Council – Nobleford Christian Reformed Church

SPAGHETTI DINNER The annual GEMS/Cadets Spaghetti Fundraiser is fast approaching. The date is Friday, January 29, 2010 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at Noble Central School. In the past the congregation has helped to offset the cost of the dinner. If you are willing to help out again please contact Benita or Diane asap. Thank you for your support.

LETHBRIDGE CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CHOIR: We are looking forward to starting our second semester 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, January 11, 2010. As we start practicing for our spring concert, we are hoping to have many new women, both young and old, join us to we sing praises to our God. See you there!

LETHBRIDGE & DISTRICT PRO-LIFE ASSOCIATION invites you to attend their Banquet and Annual General Meeting to be held Thursday, February 4, 2010 at Trinity Reformed Church Fellowship Hall, 1100 - 40 Ave N. in Lethbridge. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with a delicious dinner served by Creative Cooks Catering at 6:30 p.m. and presentation at 8:00 p.m. Our guest speaker is Mr. Ezra Levant, a Canadian writer, lawyer, blogger, and conservative political activist. He is the former publisher of the Western Standard magazine and the author of several books. Mr. Levant will speak on "Inside Canadian Politics: The View from the Right." Levant has always been known for his lively and entertaining presentations. All seats must be reserved by calling the office at 403.320.LIFE (5433) or e-mail: lprolife@shaw.ca; payment will be made at the door that evening, cost $20 for adults and $10 for students

CRWM: UNLEASHED! Webinar Series - Jan.20 at 12-1 p.m. (EST). A free webinar on “Church Missions Coaching”. Join us to learn how to bring your missions potential to life. Email crwmwebinars@crcna.org to register (deadline is Jan. 15). For more information, click the Resources tab at www.crwm.org.

CRWM Project Giving Guide Online - Visit www.crwm.org/projects for a list of current CRWM projects that need financial support. Projects are listed according to country and ministry type and include a photograph and brief description on each project. See the Project Giving Guide to get involved in a personal way with specific projects that will help missionaries in their ministry.

BACK TO GOD HOUR - Christ and Credit: Credit cards and loans are a normal part of our everyday lives, but they don’t just affect our finances. They affect our mental and spiritual well being too. How can we make wise, biblically informed decisions about our finances? Find out on the Jan.17 Back to God Hour. Go to www.BacktoGod.net for local stations and times.

KIDS CORNER - A Fair Shake: Liz has his very first job, but now he’s worried that he is being treated unfairly. Is he? Find out on this week’s Kids Corner. Then write to Kids Corner at P.O. Box 5070, Burlington ON L7R3Y8 for your very own Bible study.

DIACONAL MINISTRIES CANADA - It's a new year and a new start, and Diaconal Ministries Canada (DMC) wants to continue to serve you this year. We are ready to walk with you, in your ministry, as you become a source of empowerment for the vulnerable in your community. Check out our resources at www.diaconalministries.com including the latest issue of Partners, DMC's newsletter.

FAITH ALIVE - This Lent, walk with Jesus! "Through Tears to Joy" features daily devotions that are ideal for personal, family, or congregational use. Only $4.95US or less per copy—bulk pricing is available. Visit www.FaithAliveResources.org or call 1-800-333-8300.