SR. SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00) and Pemmican Lodge (2:40):

YP’s Young Adults, Tim & Benita H, Glen & Sonya W

Everyone is welcome to our 6:00 service. This mornings service will be lead by Elder Evan Konynenbelt- Sermon: Made right before God, prepared by Rev. J. Barach. The evening service will be lead by Elder Al Hummel- Sermon: The Master Gardener – prepared by Rev. A. Eising

JANUARY 24

GREETERS: Henri & Brenda B

Andrew & Liz K

USHERS: Greg K & Conrad W

ABOVE BUDGET OFFERING:

Canadian Food Grains Bank

ORGANIST/PIANIST:

A.M.: Lynda & Sharon

P.M.: Henry

NURSERY: A.M: Wilhelmina K, Taryn K, Tyler P

P.M: Kathleen B, Bethany P

NURSERY SCHOOL (age 2&3):

Diane K, Jennifer P, Paige P

PRE-K/KIND. (age 4 & 5):

Melinda N, Catherine W, Tianna

SUNDAY SCHOOL SNACK:

Minety W

AFTER CHURCH COFFEE:

Tim & Benita H

YOUNG PEOPLE’S:

Denae/Kyle K - Social

SR. SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00) and Pemmican Lodge (2:40):

cancelled due to 3:00 P.M. church service

OUR CHURCH FAMILY

Dear Congregation
We wish to express our appreciation for your prayers, hospital visits, meals and concern while Corinne was in the hospital and recovering. It was very uplifting and comforting to receive the tremendous support from our church, family and friends. We are blessed to be surrounded by you. We can't thank you enough. "This is the day the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Thank you, Mike, Corinne, Hayley, Adrian & Elisa Fehr
ps. If you gave food in a blue pyrex bowl, and it has not been returned, please talk to Corinne.

Please contact your district elder if you have any spiritual needs, prayer requests or other concerns that may require their attention.

CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR...

Continue to pray for Art H., Sid's dad, as he continues with his chemotherapy treatments.

Henny V.F. continues to recuperate and heal very slowly from her fall.

Continue to pray for Alice P. and Dan H. and the recovery that lies before them.

Jenny A’s brother, Bill M, will undergo surgery on Monday Jan 18.

Pray for Pastor Kevin and his family.

Pray for Dan K., Melody, and the children. Pray for continued grace and mercies.

Pray for the people of Haiti, for all those who have lost family members and homes.

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

Please keep in prayer all those who are mourning because a loved one has died.

Please pray for our widows, widowers and seniors

Jennie E at Blue Sky Lodge,

Mary N, at the Good Samaritan Center,

Corrie H at Columbia Assisted Living,

Tina K, in St. Michael’s Health Care Center,

and our expectant mothers

OUR CHURCH THIS WEEK Jan. 17 - Jan. 23, 2010

TODAY

Grades 1-6 Sunday School & Catechism

11:30 A.M. Decorating Committee Meeting by the Kitchen

7:30 P.M. Truth Project Resumes; Everyone welcome

MONDAY

6:30 P.M. Cadets

7:30 P.M. Lethbridge Christian Women’s Choir @ St. Andrew’s

7:15 P.M. Building Committee meeting at Henry K

WEDNESDAY

7:30 P.M. Lethbridge Christian Men’s Choir, @ Wilson Middle School

THURSDAY

10:00 A.M. Coffeebreak- Nursery: Wilhelmina K, Sue R

CONGREGATION MEETING REPORTS: Committee and ministry reports – please submit before January 18, 2010 via email at awhummel@hotmail.com or place report in Albert Hummel’s mailbox. Thank you

Building Committee Progress Report

1 With the warm weather, Dick VH and crew will be pouring and finishing the basement floor concrete.

2 The bldg comm. has given Dick VH approval to install in-floor heat in the nursery, entrance, and council room area’s only for individual climate control.

3 Dick VH and John Dykslag(WD Plumbing) are working on the possibility of the new bldg sewage joining our present system going east to main street.(Originally was planned to have new sewage system going west)

4 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.

5 Westco Construction is preparing steel super structure for roof line and supports- will deliver to site when ready.

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

7 All steel for 1^st level is installed. Dick VH and crew have now completed installing floor trusses and plywood.

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

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

10 All sub-committee’s are actively engaged and are working on their responsibilities. Please provide any feedback you have to the bldg comm. ASAP.

12. Thx Again to the many volunteers willing to help.

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

ANNOUNCEMENTS

FOOD BANK UPDATE: This week, the food bank is in need of Baby Pablum. There will be a box at the back of church for you to put your food donation in. Note: Please check the expiry date on the food that is donated! Many items have already expired!

Family Funskate 2010. The Nobleford Local of SCESA invites everyone to join us on Family Day for our annual Family Funskate. This will be held at Nicholas Sheran ice arena from 5:45 – 7:45 on Monday, February 15. Admission is $5/person or $20/family, which includes skating, timbits, beverages and door prizes. Hot dogs, taco in a bag and ice cream dixie cups will be available at a nominal fee. There will be draws for Hockey Jerseys, Nights on the Town and an Edmonton Weekend Getaway. Bring your loonies to take a shot at the Shooter Tutor, great prizes to be won! Come on out for an evening of fun and fellowship, while supporting Immanuel Christian Schools. We hope to see you all there!! For more information, see your school newsletter or contact Melinda Notenbomer @ 553-3448.

Family Funskate Helpers: Just a reminder to please have your initial canvassing done by next Sunday, which is our next meeting, 11:30 A.M. in the kitchen. All draw prizes and door prizes should be in to Wanda K. ASAP and for sure by Feb. 7. For more info contact Melinda. Thank you.

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.

WOMEN OF FAITH Imagine what it would be like if the God who created us was willing and able to provide exactly what we need. Why would He do that? Because He loves us. He loves YOU. Imagine that. Imagine having two days focused on God and His love for you. Join us for two days filled with laughter, music, and stories that make you chuckle even as you wipe away a knowing tear. Don't miss it!

Women of Faith is being held once again in Billings, Montana on April 9-10,2010. Anita S has 9 rooms booked, so if you are interested in coming, please talk to her by February 3. Check out the website at womenoffaith.com.

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!!!

CHRISTIAN CREDIT UNION is thankful for another year of service in the Reformed Christian community. Please join us to celebrate the Lord’s blessings! Lethbridge Information Meeting; Thursday, February 11, 2010; Coaldale Christian School, Coaldale, AB; 6:30 pm Banquet 8:00 pm Business Meeting; Tickets for the banquet will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, call and reserve your spot (403) 328-0711.

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

Interfaith Food Bank: There is a notice on the bulletin board listing all their events that are coming up in 2010. More detailed info will be available as each activity nears.

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

Grade Eleven Mission Trip to Galveston, Texas On the week of April 2-9, Pastor Mike from Lethbridge, and a team of leaders will be taking a group of Grade eleven students to Galveston Texas to help the CRWRC in doing Disaster relief there. In 2008, Hurricane Ike hit the Houston area and caused massive damage. Repairs will continue for a number of years yet, and this community is much encouraged by the presence and work of volunteers like us. More forms and information will be coming your way. But please talk to your parents and friends and leaders in the church to see if this trip is a possibility for you. If you have questions, or would like to sign up for this trip, please contact Pastor Mike at 381-7744; mvanboom@hotmail.com. Cost is yet to be finalized, but will likely be around $1000 total.

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION 2010/2011

2010 – 5th Avenue North, Lethbridge

Immanuel Christian Elementary School is now accepting registrations for Kindergarten. All registrations will be numbered and processed in the order they are received. Registration forms can be picked up from the front office anytime. If you have any questions or if you would like a registration package mailed to you, please call ICES at 317-7860.

ADVANCED NOTICES

Jan. 24 Rev. Pieter Hendriks will lead us in both services. The evening service will be moved up to 3:00pm to accommodate Rev. Hendriks who is traveling from Calgary. No Seniors Home singing.

Jan 24 NO Cadet Sunday. A later date to be decided.

Jan. 24 Family Funskate Meeting, 11:30 A.M.

Jan. 25 Ladies Auxiliary Meeting, 7:30 P.M. @ ICHS

Jan. 26 Congregational Meeting

Jan. 29 GEMS/Cadets Spaghetti Dinner

Jan. 31 Rev. A. Joosse both services

Jan 29-31 Breakforth in Edmonton

Feb. 4 Pro-Life Banquet and AGM, 6:00 P.M. @ Trinity Church

Feb. 13 Sweetheart Mystery Dinner, 6:30 P.M.

Feb. 14 Communion

Feb. 15 Family Funskate @ Nicholas Sheran; 5:45-7:45 P.M.

Feb. 16 Worship Advisory Committee Meeting @ Joel H, 7:30 P.M.

Feb. 18 Bible Study: A Hole in the World, 7:30 P.M.

Mar. 10 Prayer Day Service, 7:30 P.M

April 2-8 Grade Eleven Mission Trip to Galveston, Texas

April 9-10 Women of Faith @ Billings, MT

May 16 Rev. Paul Mpindi from Back to God Hour Ministries lead morning service