MAY 16

GREETERS: Peter & Diane K

George & Wilma L

USHERS: Gord & Chris

ABOVE BUDGET OFFERING:

Kings College

ORGANIST/PIANIST:

A.M. Dylan, Joel

P.M. Nicole, Sharon

NURSERY:

A.M: Colleen W, Josh K,

William W

P.M Benita H, Ryan K

NURSERY SCHOOL (age 2&3)

Karen F, Catherine W, Tianna N

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

Jen H, Jeremy J, Riley P

SUNDAY SCHOOL SNACK:

Benita H

AFTER CHURCH COFFEE

Greg & Shauna K

YOUNG PEOPLE’S:

Dayna H - social

Everyone is welcome to

our 6:00 service. Tonight,

Pastor Kevin preaches a

sermon based on Psalm 13.

MAY 23

GREETERS:

Grades 4 & 5 Sunday School

USHERS: Allen & Trevor

ABOVE BUDGET OFFERING:

Christian Reformed World Missions

ORGANIST/PIANIST:

A.M.: Alison, Elaine

P.M: Dana, Joel

NURSERY:

A.M: Trina M, Cara H, Tyler P

P.M: Wanda K, Layne W

NURSERY SCHOOL (age 2&3):

Lynda J, Matthew H, Allison F

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

Melinda N, Brendan K, Kendra K

SUNDAY SCHOOL SNACK:

Liz K

AFTER CHURCH COFFEE:

Glen & Sonya W

YOUNG PEOPLE’S:

Shelby K – Bible Study

OUR CHURCH THIS WEEK May 16-22

TODAY

This morning we welcome Dr. Paul Mpindi, French language broadcaster for BGMI. Welcome, Paul.

Grade 1-6 Sunday School, Catechism meets

THURSDAY

11:00 A.M. Coffeebreak picnic @ Park Lake

7:30 P.M. Shower for Rachel K in church basement

OUR CHURCH FAMILY

Ladies of the Congregation are invited to a Bridal Shower for Rachel Konynenbelt, bride elect of Brian Drok, this Thursday, May 20, 7:30 in the church basement.

Ladies of the Congregation are invited to a Bridal Shower for Jocelyn Lubberts, bride elect of Matt Fox on Monday, June 14 at 7:30 P.M. in the church basement.

Birthday Wishes are extended to Mr. Henry Postman who celebrates his birthday on Thursday, May 20 and to Mrs. Henny VanFaasen who celebrates her birthday the next day, May 21. May God bless you as you celebrate with family and friends.

CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR...

Ena S. has been diagnosed with lung cancer.

Susan H. has begun radiation treatments.
Sara S. continues to gain strength; her chemotherapy treatments have also been completed.
Scott H. has completed physiotherapy for three weeks. He's regained most of the flexibility in his finger.
Everet S. eye alignment has improved dramatically from the last measurement. The measurement is at 6 diopters. Four weeks ago it was 12. The measurement must reach zero.

Lewis P. (Henry's brother) shows a little improvement. He resides at St. Mike's where he continues to receive therapy for speech and swallowing.
Brian K. continues to feel stronger.
Samantha P for energy to complete each day; for pain relief and appropriate medical care.

Pray for Harry S. who will begin radiation treatments in the future.

Let's continue to pray for Betty Z. and Dorothy C.

Pray for God to bring healing to Alice VW who continues to suffer from a swollen right leg.

Jaylene V. H.'s mom, Judy, has brain cancer for which she receives chemotherapy. The doctors would like to do a scan of the region, but the date has not yet been determined. Judy's outlook remains positive for which we give thanks.
Pray for Dan K., Melody, and the children. Pray for continued grace and mercies.

Continue to remember those young and old with ongoing physical, spiritual, and emotional struggles.

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, Corrie H at Columbia Assisted Living, Tina K, in St. Michael’s Health Care Center, and our expectant mothers.

Building Committee Progress Report

· Upper level concrete installation is almost complete. The stage area is being

configured with wood and then will also be covered in concrete. Basement concrete complete.

· Wood framing in the upper level almost complete. Basement complete. Both ramps are now complete.

· Kitchen/bathroom(flat roof) is completed and sealed with Torch-On roofing from Veldman roofing. AllWest plumbing (John D) has completed flat roof drainage system to the rear of the building.

· The metal roofing for main structure is on site and will be installed ASAP.(Weather Permitting)

· Spray foam insulation is complete in basement by Steve’s Urethane of Leth.

· Vaughn S & Mike F are designing a front street sign.

· All exterior windows and doors have been researched, priced, ordered, and/or installed.

· The steeple is being manufactured by Aztec Portable Welding of Coaldale at a very reasonable cost.

· The kitchen comm. has researched the design of the kitchen and downstairs kitchenette and acquired multiple quotes...The project was awarded to CouleeView Cabinetry(Fred VanHell)of Diamond City. They are still working on kitchen appliances, supplies, & fellowship hall tables/chairs.

· The landscape comm.. is working on an overall outside landscape and parking plan. They have visited with the Village of Nobleford and made them aware of our plans for the future.

· The nursery comm. plan for the nursery/toddler/bathroom is complete and framing is also complete.

· The library/archive comm. have arranged for a new SAFE to be installed in the council storage room which has been donated. They have also arranged for CouleeView Cabinetry to build additional library bookshelves to match our present library shelves.

· The decorating comm. has outside stucco, roofing, soffit, fascia, inside carpet, lino, paint colors, textures, hardware choices & suppliers, sanctuary west wall ideas, plumbing fixtures, etc completed.

· The sound comm. has presented us with 1 plan and cost estimate so far (SoundWest of Calgary). They are working on more possible options and ideas.

· Thx so far for all the sub-committee work done. Please continue working on any incomplete responsibilities as we want to avoid any delays with the overall project.

· The bldg comm. continues working with Dick VH on: ongoing construction questions & mtgs/ metal roofing/ drywall quotes, installers & suppliers/ foam insulation quotes & suppliers/ electrical plans/ inside ceiling plans, heights, etc.

· We are very happy with the completed work so far. Building committee members are: Henry K., Rob K., Tim H., Luke H., Mike F., Henk P.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

VBS meeting: We will have a VBS meeting for the talented teachers, snack assemblers, and craft designers on Tuesday, May 25 at 7:30 p.m. in the church basement. We will meet with the happy helpers at a later date. Please let Lynda or Vanessa know if you will not be able to make it. We will hand out lessons and information as well as pick a date to start painting. Thanks!

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

The GEMS counselors will once again be part of the Community Garage Sale Saturday, June 5 at 318 Hunt Street. If you have any donations please contact Benita, 732-5163 or drop items off at Wilma Lubberts home before Friday, June 4. Thank you for your support of the GEMS counselors in our church.

Christian Reformed World Missions and Home Missions has a downloadable daily devotional on their website, for using between Easter and Pentecost. If you are interested in catching up and following along on the two ministries and their work and prayer requests, you can find the devotional at www.crcna.ca . Go to CRWM ministries, to materials for Pentecost, and there the devotional can be printed. If you can't access this information, and would like a copy, ask Ellen H.

BURGER BASH : The Burger Bash has been set for Saturday, June 12 4-7 p.m.. We strongly need your support and help to make it a success. Today you will find Sign Up Sheets in the foyer following the morning service. Thank You for contributing and participating in this community event.

JOIN US FOR THE PRO-LIFE HIKE FOR LIFE on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at the Kiwanis Picnic Shelter at Henderson Lake. Everyone is welcome! Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. This fun family event includes T-shirts for participants, games for kids, draw prizes, lunch, refreshments for everyone and wonderful fellowship. If you cannot walk, would you consider sponsoring someone who does? This year’s theme for the Hike for Life is, “Every Life is . . . One of a Kind”. Your involvement in this fund raiser is a way to support the Pro-Life message and promote its awareness in your community. For more information or to get a sponsor form, please call the Lethbridge & District Pro-Life office at 403.320.5433 or send an e-mail to lprolife@shaw.ca

The Lethbridge Local for Immanuel Christian School is planning its Annual Garage Sale and BBQ. When: June 11 Friday 4 to 8pm Garage sale June 12 Sat 8am to 2pm Garage sale June 12 Saturday Dunk Tank & BBQ 10am to 2pm Where: Immanuel Christian Elementary School 2010-5th Ave North When doing your spring cleaning - please think of us. We are looking for donations - large and small for our sale. Drop off dates for donations begin June 4th [sports day] and June 7to 11 during school hours. All items can be put on the gym stage.[elementary campus] If you have items to donate before these dates, we do have a small storage area available.
Contact Tannis Vos at 403-331-5019 or Betty Sturwold at 403-320-5924 for delivery or pick up. If you can donate your gift of time to this fundraising event it would be graciously accepted. We are looking for help in set up, clean up and sales. [Garage sale,BBQ, and Dunk Tank] If you can donate your time call Nellie Konynenbelt at 403-380-3428.

MUSICAL OPPORTUNITY with BENEFITS: Approximately 25-30 women who love to sing require musical leadership. The LETHBRIDGE CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S CHOIR is seeking a director for our weekly rehearsals starting in September 2010. If you are interested and would like more information, please call, Gloria at 403-381-0609 or Henny at 403-328-7985

During my illness with cancer (2006-07) I was prayed for regularly by several of the congregations in classis. For this I will always be grateful. At that time, while the outcome was uncertain, I wrote a brief memoir of my father, who had been a missionary in Zimbabwe, mainly for the benefit of my sons. Now that I am still here, I thought I would share it with a wider public. Anyone interested in purchasing a copy of Thandabantu: The Man Who Loved the People may do so at Taber Christian Store, Dove Christian Supplies (Lethbridge) or by e-mailing me at sosbooks@ymail.com. (Pastor) J. Cameron Fraser.

Back by popular demand: travel to the Netherlands on a Dordt College learning vacation May 17-28, 2011. You'll see beautiful, interesting places, but this is much more than just sight-seeing! Professors Leendert van Beek and Dr. James C. Schaap will add story and perspective to the places you visit with their insights on Dutch history and culture. Cost includes airfare from Minneapolis, motel accommodations and many meals. For more information (including the itinerary) contact Dianne De Wit at ddewit@dordt.edu or 712-722-6029 or see full details at www.dordt.edu/events/netherlands

The Annual GEMS Conference Expected to be a Great Event! Over 400 women have registered for the 2010 Annual Counselors’ Leadership Conference! If you currently are, or are planning to be a GEMS Counselor, we hope you will join us! In addition to great training and encouragement many counselors testify that this event is one of the great spiritual mile-markers in their lives. The Conference will be held July 22-25, 2010 at Bethel University in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN. Join us as we Feed the Fire! and re-ignite our passion for God and the girls in our clubs! Conference details can be found at www.gemsgc.org/conference. GEMS SUMMER CAMP 2010

Calling all Girls! - Its time to think about summer camp! Talk to your parents and friends; get your registration in early so you won’t miss out. Even if you do not attend GEMS, you are more than welcome to come and enjoy crafts, activities, great food, singing, campfire, worship and sharing the love of Christ together. Depending on the weather, we will spend one day at the Waterslide or indoors at the Recreation Centre. Waterslide coupons will not be needed. If you are going into grade five through eight in the fall of 2010, and wish to have a great summer experience – this is for you! As well, we will be running a JCIT (Junior Counselor in Training) program for girls entering grade 10. (first 6 girls accepted – cost $50.)DATE: August 9 - 13 PLACE: Sonrise Bible Camp, Gull Lake, AB COST: $150. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: May 15 CONTACT: Barb Nauta @ (403)652-7078 Bonnie Bennik @ (403) 652-107

PREPARING FOR PENTECOST - Next Sunday is Pentecost, a time to celebrate the Holy Spirit. On the first Pentecost, through the gift of speaking in tongues, God made clear His desire to extend the Good News about Jesus to all kinds of people, all over the world. Today or next Sunday you’ll see a bulletin insert with examples of how your gift of just $10 to World Missions is reaching the world with the power of the Gospel.

YOUR OPINION COUNTS - The Christian Reformed Church is conducting an important survey about Ministry Shares, the program that helps to pay for a wide range of ministries here at home and around the world. If you are a member, a regular attender, or a leader in your congregation, please take a few minutes to complete this survey online by visiting www.crcna.org/Research

ADVANCED NOTICES

May 23 Celebrating Pentecost

May 25 VBS Meeting, 7:30 P.M. in church basement

June 5 GEMS Community Garage Sale

June 5 Annual Pro-Life's Hike For Life - at Henderson Lake

June 6 Sunday School Graduation

June 6-11 Great Plains Experience ~ Dordt College

June 8 Council meeting

June 11-12 ICS Lethbridge Local Garage Sale & BBQ

June 12 Annual Burger Bash, 4:00-7:00 P.M.

June 14 Shower for Jocelyn Lubberts, 7:30 P.M. @ church

June 17 Coffeebreak picnic @ Park Lake, 11:00 A.M.

July 7 Rosebud Theatre’s Meal & Musical, Oliver

July 22-25 Annual GEMS Conference in Minneapolis

Aug 9-13 Vacation Bible School

Aug 9-13 GEMS Summer Camp @ Gull Lake