TODAY

                        We welcome Rev. A Joosse to lead us in both services. 

                        Grades 1-6 Sunday School & Catechism

3:00 P.M.       “God’s Littlest Angels” benefit concert @ Claresholm; see info elsewhere in bulletin and on bulletin board.

 

 

MONDAY

 

6:30 P.M.       Cadet Counsellor Meeting

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

7:30 P.M.       Kitchen Committee Meeting @ church; Bring quotes

WEDNESDAY

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

THURSDAY

10:00 A.M.     Coffeebreak- Nursery: Minety W, Karen P 6:00 P.M.       Pro-Life Banquet and AGM @ Trinity Church

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  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.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTSATTENTION GEMS PARENTS: There will be GEMS on Monday, February 8 beginning after school as usual. This date was inadvertently left off the GEMS Calendar of Events. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Today’s offering is for CRWRC~Haiti. The Canadian government has agreed to match 1:1 all donations to the Haiti Earthquake response.

 

FOOD BANK UPDATE: This week, the food bank is in need of CEREAL. 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!

 

“God’s Littlest Angels” is a Hatian orphanage. Claresholm is hosting a Benefit Concert for the Orphaned Children of Haiti. It will be held at the Community Center in Claresholm, January 31 (TODAY) starting at 3:00 P.M. 59 Ave. and 8 St W, Claresholm. Please see more info on the bulletin board.

 

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.

 

ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT available for rent at Balmoral House. For more information please contact Jenny Brandsma at 403-329-3069.

 

FROM THE DEACONS: As voted at the Congregational Meeting, Ministry Shares are not part of this years’ budget. If you want to contribute to Ministry Shares, the amount is $260/member/year. Please specify on your cheque or envelope where you want your money to go to. eg. Ministry shares, Budget etc. Thankyou The Deacons

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 hotel 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!!!

 

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.

 

Vacation Bible School 2010: It is that time of year again when we need someone or a couple people who are willing to coordinate Vacation Bible School. If you are interested, or have questions about it please talk to Diane or Shauna. Please let us know before February 21.

 

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.

MONARCH PANCAKE SUPPER: Everyone is invited to attend the Monarch Reformed Church annual Pancake Supper on Feb. 16 at 6 pm. Rev David Zapota from Bridges of
Hope will be speaking and there will be a free will offering in support of our joint project to drill a water well in Africa

Taber CRC invites All Young Peoples and Young Adults are invited to Taber Bowling Centre for a social event! When: Feb 20th 2010 Time: 7pm-9pm Where: Taber Bowling Centre 5411 64 Ave, Taber Cost: $10-15 per person depending on turnout. RSVP: please email karenjanehamilton@gmail.com if you plan to attend or for more details.

 

Crossroads Counselling Centre is sponsoring “Passion for Marriage” with Dr. Doug Weiss on March 12 & 13^th.

Friday, March 12^th the session “Spiritual, Emotional, and Physical Intimacy” begins at 7:00p.m.

Saturday, March 13^th “Roadblocks to Intimacy” begins at 9:00 a.m. and again at 12:30 p.m. with “Steps to Real Intimacy”.

The cost is $90 per couple and there will be a draw from the first 100 registrants for a gift certificate for a two night stay at the Prairie Inn Bed and Breakfast in Rocky Mountain House. This event will be held at Victory Church which is 1 mile east of Lethbridge on Highway 3.To register, please call Crossroads Counselling Centre at 403-327-7080 or Dove Christian Supplies at 403-327-7080.

 

 

Do you have a heart for missions and would like to take on the role of Mission Mobilizer for Classis Alberta South and Saskatchewan? Ruth and Kees Krabbe have been doing this for over 20 years and feel it is time for someone else to fill this role. They can pass on the information as to what is expected. Contact Ruth at rkrabbe@telus.net

 

 

 

 

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, Leth. 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.

 

Pray for the country of Haiti. Thank God for the safety of CRWM missionaries in Haiti, who survived the earthquake. Pray for two Haitian mission workers that are unaccounted for. Some members of two of the missionaries families (wives and children) have flown back to the U.S., while others have stayed to help. The Quisquaeya Christian school in Port-Au-Prince has CRWM partner teachers working there, and is being used as a distribution point for water and food aid. As well, the school’s chapel is a Hospital/surgery centre, the basketball court is a trauma centre, the soccer field is a living area for staff and nationals, and the pre K/K playground is being used by an orphanage. No school is scheduled until an assessment in mid February. Keep the people of Haiti in your prayers. www.crwm.org

KING’S VIEW FRIDAY Hey Grade 11 & 12 Students!

Find out what it’s like to be a student at The King’s University College at our upcoming King’s View Friday events on February 5^thand 26^th. Spend a day on campus: get a tour, meet with current students and professors, sit in on classes, and find out what King’s has to offer you. This event is free and includes breakfast and lunch. For more details or to register, please go to www.kingsu.ca

 

Prayers and Funds Needed For Haiti - CRWRC disaster response staff and volunteers are in Haiti this week, distributing food, water, and shelter to earthquake survivors and preparing for a long-term effort that will include rebuilding homes. Thank you for the gifts already received to make this possible. Please continue to support CRWRC in Haiti with your prayers and gifts. Note that gifts received before February 12 are eligible for a 1:1 match from the Canadian government. For more information, visit www.crwrc.org or call 1-800-730-3490. www.crcna.org/Haiti - This CRC "Help Haiti" page has the latest news, donation links, and background about our 30+ years of ministry as a denomination in Haiti. You can also follow developments at www.facebook.com/crcna or www.twitter.com/crcna.

 

 

De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations : There are workshops in Calgary and Edmonton for those who work in an environment where there is potential for violence It is important to develop the skills needed to defuse dangerous situations. For more information and contact info, check out the bulletin board.

 

KING’S UNIVERSITY COLLEGE: Thank you very much to all of the members of Nobleford CRC who supported The King’s University College financially over the past year. Your gifts to our fundraising appeals like the Spring Campaign, the Rewarding Student Success Scholarship appeal and the Celebrating God’s Faithfulness Year End appeal as well as through your contributions to Ministry Shares and other offerings at Nobleford CRC had a real impact. Your generosity and faithfulness year after year is vital, directly affecting our ability to deliver high quality, Christian university education. Your commitment to our students and King’s mission to provide “university education that inspires and equips learners to bring renewal and reconciliation to every walk of life as followers of Jesus Christ, the Servant-King” is deeply appreciated. God has provided in special ways for this little university! Thank you for supporting King’s and watch for more information about the upcoming 2010 Spring Campaign.

Sincerely, Dr. Harry Fernhout President

 

PRAYER REQUEST - Praise God for the distribution of 8,000 special Christmas Cada Dia (Spanish Today) devotional booklets through churches in Cuba. Pray that this evangelism tool will help disciple many people in this country where Christian literature is difficult to obtain.

    

 

 

 

BACK TO GOD HOUR - Why isn't my Christian life more dynamic? Do you experience a gnawing, frustrating feeling that your Christian life should be more fruitful, more dynamic? If so, what can you do about that? Find out on the February 7th Back to God Hour. Go to www.BacktoGod.net for local stations and times.

 

KIDS CORNER - Debt valley: Liz is in huge trouble! He borrowed money from Skink and can’t pay him back. Help Liz figure out what to do on this week’s Kids Corner. Kids Corner is a member of the HisKids.net alliance--working together to provide quality entertainment for kids that is Christ-centered and Bible-based. Visit HisKids.net to find great Christian programs and music for kids

 

 

CANADIAN ABORIGINAL MINISTRIES COMMITTEE - Did You Know...that the Aboriginal culture holds to the principles of seven sacred teachings? It includes the concepts of love, respect, courage, honesty, humility, wisdom and truth. The three Urban Aboriginal ministries of the Christian Reformed Church use these teachings to build on similar Biblical concepts. To learn more about the CRC’s ministry with Aboriginals in Canada, visit the CRCNA Aboriginal Ministries webpage at www.crcna.org/pages/cm_aborig_index.cfm.

 

www.crcna.org/Haiti - This CRC "Help Haiti" page has the latest news, donation links, and background about our 30+ years of ministry as a denomination in Haiti. You can also follow developments at www.facebook.com/crcna or www.twitter.com/crcna.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADVANCED NOTICES

 

Feb. 7  Truth Project @ Rob & Wanda K

 

Feb. 11 Christian Credit Union info meeting, Coaldale Christian School, 6:30 P.M.

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 Monarch Reformed Church Pancake Supper, 6:00 P.M.

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

Feb. 18 Bible Study: Part 3 - A Hole in the World, 7:30 P.M.

Feb. 20 Taber CRC Bowling for YP’s, YA’s, 7-9 P.M.

Feb. 24 Evangelism Committee Meeting, 7:30 P.M. @ Shauna K

Mar. 4 Society for Christian Education 14th Annual Participation Drive Dinner

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

Mar. 12-13 Dr. Doug Weiss~ Passion for Marriage seminar @ Victory Church

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