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

Cancelled due to no kids under age 18 allowed in the homes.

Everyone is welcome to our 6:00 service.

Tonight, we welcome Rev. Steve Frieswick to our pulpit. Currently, he serves as a missionary to the Somali people of Toronto.

NOVEMBER 22

GREETERS: Pete and Diane K

George & Wilma L

USHERS: Gord & Chris

ABOVE BUDGET OFFERING:

African Inland Ministries

ORGANIST/PIANIST:

A.M.: Emily/Joel

P.M.: Kathleen/Trina

NURSERY: A.M: Vanessa N,

Emily H, Kyle K

P.M: Wanda K, Tyler K

NURSERY SCHOOL (age 2&3):

Lorinda V, Allison F, Tianna N

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

Melinda N, Kendra K, Riley P

SUNDAY SCHOOL SNACK:

Liz K

AFTER CHURCH COFFEE:

Evan & Donette K

YOUNG PEOPLE’S:

Chad W - Bible Study

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

Group A: Nick & Minety W, Chris & Kathleen B, Bert & Pat K, Brian K, Greg & Shauna K, Jason & Susy K, Harry & Sharon K, George & Wilma L, Wil & Tina M, Henry & Juliet N, Art VF, Paul & Brittany P, Henny VF

OUR CHURCH FAMILY

Birthday Wishes are extended to Mr. Harry S who celebrates his birthday on Tuesday, November 17, 2009. May God bless you as you celebrate with family & friends.

This morning, Jennifer and Ard vd K will profess their faith and their son Mason will be baptized.

CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR...

Al H. continues to recover; let's pray for continued grace and healing.

Alice P. continues to deal with pain in her hip and leg. We pray that God sustains Henry and her.

Dan H. now puts full weight on his right leg, bends his left knee pretty well, and both legs are nearly in the normal range of movement. Thank God for the recovery thus far and pray for continued recovery and healing.

Pray for Dan K. and his family. Pray for God's rich grace to be evident in their lives, and that they may feel the support of God's fatherly hand.

Sara S has begun radiation treatments. Pray for strength and healing from God's hand.

Wendy S recovers slowly, suffers from on and off pain. Pray for healing and less pain.

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.

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, our widows, widowers, seniors and expectant mothers.

OUR CHURCH THIS WEEK Nov 15. - Nov. 21, 2009

TODAY

-12:15 A.M. Grades 1-6 Sunday School; Catechism

7:30 P.M. The Truth Project Lesson 2 at the church - Everyone welcome

MONDAY

3:30 P.M. GEMS meeting

6:30-8 P.M. Cadet Swimming Party at Stan Siwik; meet 5:50 @ the church

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

TUESDAY

7:30 P.M. Peter Wildeman, Concert @ Southminster United Church

WEDNESDAY

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

7:30 P.M. Bible Study: The Hole in Our gospel, at the church.

THURSDAY

10:00 A.M. Coffee Break; Nursery: Wilhelmina K, Sonya W, Wendy S

SATURDAY

9:30 A.M. Immanuel Christian Schools Annual Bazaar; Auction begins @ 5:00 P.M.

Grade Eight Catechism Class: Formal classes for this group will restart December 6, 2009 due to the absence of the instructor. However the kids have homework. They were given a test to complete before the start of the next class. They are encouraged to meet at the regular time after church and work together on completing this open book test. Each student must have the test completed and ready to hand in on December 6 or they will be scheduled to have a private class with the instructor. L. Kooy

“Unity in the Body of Christ” has been chosen as a theme for this year’s home visitations. Each visit will start with the reading of Ephesians 4:1-16 and the elders encourage all members of the church to read this passage whether you are scheduled to have a visit or not. Visitation lists have been finalized and visits will be starting in the coming weeks.

BUILDING PROJECT

-Brincon Construction has formed and poured foundations, installed weeping tile, etc -After a period of time in a controlled environment, the foundation concrete samples have not cured to the MPA rating required for a given period of time (Brincon/BCB Engineering/AMEC Earth and Environment-Lethbridge)

-Since that time we have had multiple core tests performed at different times to see if concrete strength has improved as it cured (AMEC/BCB Engineering)

-To date they have not officially approved the quality of concrete in our foundations (MPA rating not high enough yet)

-We will update results and action plans soon (good or bad)

-Westco Construction of Lethbridge is actively working on and preparing steel super structure-have begun manufacturing required steel

-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.

NOTICE: Senior Homes have been closed to people under 18 years of age because of H1N1, so please do not take your kids when you go for Seniors’ Singing.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Kits 4 Kids Kenya ~ It’s about kids helping kids! This November, our Grades 1 - 6 children will join thousands of kids across Canada to show Christ’s love to children in Kenya! Kits 4 Kids is an annual program run by Kingdom Children that teaches our children about their duty to serve others within their own community and around the world. Our kids will have five weeks to earn ten toonies by completing ten acts of service for their friends, family, neighbours, and you. As a congregation, let’s challenge them, encourage them, and have fun! The toonies they earn through their hard work will be used to teach at-risk children in Kenya about the Bible, agriculture, health, life, and more. The needs in Africa are great, but through Him, we can do great things! Thank-you for helping us equip these children for a lifetime of Kingdom service. P.S.—Tom Slomp (youth elder) will be checking their progress and their noise level.

Dear Congregation: Thank you for your generous and continuing support of Christian education. Your contributions make a difference in the lives of the children who attend Immanuel Christian Schools. At these schools, the teachers deliberately intersect faith and learning, so that our children may be raised with not only an excellent knowledge base, but also in the fear of the Lord. Thanks again for your support. Corny Van Dasselaar, Board President

The Lethbridge Christian Women's and Men's Choirs invite you to an evening of song and praise to God as we present our Christmas program "Love is Born" on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 7:30 PM. in Trinity Reformed Church, 1100 -40 Ave. N. Mark your calendar as you will not want to miss this evening!

GEMS: Coffeemate sure tastes great, but what to do with those jars when you're through. GEMS is looking for empty coffeemate containers for the Grade 3 Christmas craft. If you have a few, GEMS would love to hear from you. Please contact Benita, 732-5163. Thanks.

Rehoboth dues: Thank you to all who have filled my mailbox, but please spare me a lot of phone calls. Pearl is still collecting dues.

BAZAAR 2009 We need your help? There are many time slots still available for helping in the kitchen and at the sales tables at the Immanuel Christian Schools Bazaar. A successful Bazaar relies on the help of our supporters. Aunts, uncles, cousins, ICHS graduates, grandparents and friends are all encouraged to help out. If you haven't been called and would still like to help please contact the Business Office asap, 403-327-4223. Also a reminder to keep Saturday, November 21, 2009 open on your calendars for the Immanuel Christian Schools Annual Bazaar. The day begins at 9:30 am with the opportunity to buy homemade baking, crafts and other donated items. **NEW this year, the auction will begin at 5 pm.** We look forward to seeing you there, 802 - 6 Avenue, North, Lethbridge. If you have any questions please contact the Business Office, 403-327-4223. Thank you for being part of this exciting day! Dordt College announces a new learning vacation to be held June 6-11, 2010. Join Dordt professors Jim Schaap and Robb De Haan as they lead their third Great Plains Experience, this time on the "Prairie's Edge." The motorcoach tour begins and ends in Sioux Center at Dordt, and takes in a wide spectrum of topics including wind energy, changes in farming practices, the 1862 Sioux Indian Uprising, and lifestyles in small, rural communities. You'll visit places in eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota that most tourists will never find. That's the adventure! For a brochure or more information, contact Dianne De Wit at 712-722-6029 or ddewit@dordt.edu.

Disaster Response and Preparedness Manager You can make a difference in the lives of disaster survivors around the world. The Disaster Response Team of the Christian Reformed World Relief Committee (CRWRC), an agency of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA) is recruiting for a Disaster Response and Preparedness Manager based in Kenya or Uganda. This position requires a university-level education and work experience in project management, financial planning, and budgeting. For details please see your church’s bulletin board. Application deadline is November 16, 2009.

Peter Wildeman, organist, in concert with Keith Griffoen- trumpet; Trudi Mason- trumpet, Bernita Mans - piano, Breanne Houweling- violin and Lise Boutin - violin. Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 @ 7:30 P.M., Southminster United Church. Tickets: $10-single, $30- family. Tickets sold at the door & Dove Christian Bookstore. Program includes a variety of sacred and classical music.

Christmas at Sea As one way of showing Christ’s love, the Ministry to Seafarers distributes gifts to the crews of the cargo ships that frequent our ports during December. However, we depend on church members like you to supply these gifts. If you find shopping for and wrapping a gift is inconvenient, you may make a cash donation instead. Your cheque, made payable to the Ministry to Seafarers, should be sent to Christmas at Sea, Ministry to Seafarers, 401 East Waterfront Road, Vancouver, BC V6A 4G9. On the memo line of the cheque, please write Christmas at Sea. Volunteers will use the funds received to purchase items and make up gifts for distribution. PS Be sure to check out our website: www.ministrytoseafarers.com Please put gifts in the box in the back of church. Thanks!

ADVANCED NOTICES Nov. 27 YPS- Battle of the Bands @ the Gate. Bring $2. @ 7:00 P.M.

Nov.21 Immanuel Christian Schools Bazaar

Dec. 5 “Love is Born” Concert, 7:30 P.M. @ Trinity Ref. Church

Dec. 8 Council meeting

Dec. 11 Sunday School Christmas Program

Dec. 14 GEMS Christmas Party

Dec. 20 GEMS Sr. Singing

Dec. 21 Cadet Christmas Party

Dec. 30 Cadet Hurricane Hockey Game

Jan. 2 GEMS/ Cadets Bottle Drive

Jan. 29 GEMS/Cadets Spaghetti Dinner

Jan 29-31 Breakforth in Edmonton