YOUNG PEOPLE’S: Shelby K- Social
YOUNG ADULT’S: at Tim & Benita’s following the P.M. service

SR. SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00) and Pemmican Lodge (2:40) YP’s, Young Adults, (T&B Hummel, G&S Wever)

SR. SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00) and Pemmican Lodge (2:40): NO Singing due to Thanksgiving

A.M. Service - Rev. Corvers ( Pastor Kevin Classical appt. Burdett) P.M. Service- Pastor Kevin

We remember Pastor Kevin’s father, Arlen Jordan, who is recovering from quadruple by-pass surgery this past Tuesday.

Pastor Jordan's dad had a successful surgery and is recovering well. Thank you for all your prayers and support! The Jordans

We thank God that the Cadets, Fathers and Cadet Leaders were kept safe last weekend during their Cadet Campout at Writing-on-Stone Park.

Belated Congratulations are extended to Mr. Bert Konynenbelt who celebrated his birthday this past Friday, October 2. ( My apologies, - SK )

Congratulations to Mr. Everet Schiebout who celebrates his birthday on Thursday, October 8.

Pray that Dan Hummel may experience continued healing, strength for therapy, and success in walking.

Please continue to pray for healing for Dan Konynenbelt. Pray for Melody, the kids, and the extended family as well.

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

Corrie Heins at Columbia Assisted Living, Tina Koetse, in St. Michael’s Health Care Center, our widows, widowers, seniors and expectant mothers.

Andrew Konynenbelt will be leading us in our worship service this morning. He will be reading a sermon prepared by Pastor John Barach entitled: “Engrafted into Christ’s Church.”. The Scripture reading is from 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 and Galations 3:26-4:7.

Council encourages anyone who wishes to join the pastor and council members in a morning pre-service prayer to the small room at the bottom of the south stairs approx 15 minutes before the service starts.

2-3 P.M. Life Chain Sunday along MM Dr S, meet in parking lot by Japanese Gardens

TODAY, Sunday, October 4, 2009, is International Life Chain Sunday. Over 1 million Christians in over 900 locations worldwide are expected to stand for the right to life of pre-born babies. Will you be part of this great chain of Christian love and concern? Our Life Chain in Lethbridge will take place TODAY from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. along Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge. Let’s stand up tall for life and be a prayerful witness to the community that all human life is precious and should be protected. Bring your friends and meet at the west parking lot in front of Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden to pick up your sign. For more information, please call the Lethbridge & District Pro-Life office at 403-320-5433.

BUILDING PROJECT

Building Committee Progress Report

1. We have finally received our building permit from Alberta Permit Pro on September 25/09

2. Basement digging and excavation will begin this week. Any members willing to donate trucking for dirt out or gravel in please contact us as this will help reduce our costs (extra dirt will probably be available)

3.Our basement and foundation plan have been engineered, approved, and stamped by BCB Engineering of Lethbridge

4. Dick VanHarbeden has hired Brincon Construction for our foundation and basement wall work who will start as soon as excavating and preparation is complete.

5. Westco Construction of Lethbridge is actively working on and preparing steel super structure

6. Thank you to those who helped remove brick, etc. and helped prepare the north exterior wall of our building.

7. The building committee and Dick VH met with Karl Mueller of BCB Engineering, Bill Maines of Stantec Consulting, Theo VanEe of Westco Construction, and Neil Humphreys of Templar Architecture on September 15/09 to review architectural, mechanical, and foundation plans along with further input from all, including timelines and expectations.

8. When all of the completed and “engineered” plans are back to the building committee, we will display again for all to see

9. 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.The Building Finance Committee

As of August 31, 2009 the Building Fund contains $775,729.33 of which $286,383.00 has been collected in 2009 pledges and gifts. We have $115,400 in outstanding 2009 pledges and we ask that all 2009 pledges be honored by September 30, 2009. Currently we have only expensed $2,719.05 (relocation of gas line). 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).

The GEMS Counselors would like to invite all women of the congregation and community to come for an evening of fun and fellowship. The annual Fall Ladies Night will be Friday, October 16 at 7:30 pm in the church basement. Our evening will consist of delicious dessert snacks, games and a fun craft. If you need more information please contact Shauna Konynenbelt, 824-3280 or Diane Kooy, 824-3623. We hope to see you there.

Attention all young peoples! Lethbridge Evangelical Free Church (E-free) is hosting "hallofuzion", by Billy Graham on Friday, October 30th @ 7:00 p.m. Have a blast with the Revolution Band, Phil Cann and meet tons of other youth. For any questions please call Glen and Sonya. Also don't be afraid to bring a friend or two along, because as you know the more the merrier!!

Church visitors will meet with the Council on Thursday, October 8. Any concerns may be addressed to a Council member.

Nobleford Coffee Break. Our season is set to begin with a social on Thursday, October 29, with our first lesson to follow on November 1. We still have only one Bible Study leader, so please re-consider if you may be able to help out in this way. Everything else is on schedule, so please start thinking about who you can invite to join us as we grow in God's word together. For more info please contact Melinda.

Needed: GEMS is looking for 10-pin bowling balls (the ones with three holes). If anyone has some and are willing to donate them to GEMS please contact Diane or Benita. Thank you in advance.

Greeting: I am updating the Greeters List. If you would like to be taken off the list, please let me know. Otherwise, if you do not have preschool kids, are not an usher, or in council you will be put on the list on a rotating basis. Thanks ~ Susy K

Don’t send those piggies to market!!! Send them to Neal Dekens. If you are willing to donate pigs to the annual bazaar for Immanuel Christian Schools, Saturday, November 21,2009, please contact Neal at 403-635-5323 (cell) or 403-328-2754 (home). A gift-in-kind receipt will be issued in February 2010. If you need more information please contact the Business Office, 403-327-4223.

Lethbridge Christian Men’s Choir: As of October 7, 2009 the Lethbridge Christian Men’s Choir will practice in the music room of Wilson Middle School, 2003-9^th Avenue North, Lethbridge

Rehoboth: Remember to put your forms and donations in Pearl’s mailbox.

“WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND’’ Ladies ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SOCIAL and trade show- MARANATHA CRC (260 McGill Blvd, West Lethbridge).

Mark November 6 & 7, 2009 from 6:00-9:00 PM on Friday and 10:00 to 2.00 PM Saturday on your calendars. You are invited to come out to celebrate the Christmas season and gets a head-start on your gift giving! Wander decorated Christmas lanes, enjoy the music of the season and browse among the displays of home crafts, Christian books, Cards, Household gifts and Cosmetics etc.etc. On Friday night at 8:00 PM a fashion show with garments from the Bibles for Mission store boutique will definitely be the highlight of the evening!! Beverages and delicious treats will be available for you to enjoy while you chat and celebrate the amazing Christmas season with family and friends. Enjoy a night and/or day out and support outreach ministry at the same time. Toonie admission includes beverages and treats.

For more information please contact Nellie at 403 320 5653.

Promise Keepers Conference “Standing Firm” This Men’s Conference entitled “Standing

Firm” is being held in Lethbridge at Park Meadows Baptist Church (2011 15^th Avenue North) on Friday, November 6^th starting at 6 pm and Saturday November 7^th from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. The conference includes two workshop sessions, 4 speakers including Rick Johnson (author of “The Power of a Man” and “ Better Dads Stronger Sons”) and Doug Weiss (author of “Sex, Men and God”) as well as worship concerts. Registration is $55 per person if registered by Oct 8^th, $70 if registered after Oct 8^th and before Nov 3. Youth (under 19) registration is $40. For more information (or to register) check out the PK website www.promiskeepers.ca, call 1-888-901-9700 or contact George Lubberts. Please do not attend alone, bring a friend, neighbour or son.

Reformation Day: In conjunction with the annual Reformation Day service, the organizing committee is arranging a luncheon event at the Maranatha CRC in Lethbridge for all those interested in hearing Dr. Neal Plantinga, President of Calvin Seminary and our speaker for the special service on November 1 (More about this later). We hope to make of this event a time of fellowship and inspiration, as well as an opportunity to hear a wonderful speaker. In order to make proper arrangements we ask that you add your name to the sign up sheet on the bulletin board by Sunday, October 11.

Thank you For the committee, Rev. Andrew Joosse

Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide. There is currently a private member's bill in the House of Commons (C-384) that proposes to legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide in Canada. This bill will go to second reading this fall. If passed, this bill would send a statement to society that people who don't measure up to certain standards because of illness or disability, are not worthy of the same protection as others. If killing is acceptable in one situation, it is very difficult to not follow-through with the same logic in many other situations. That explains why The Netherlands, which legalized assisted suicide a number of years ago, is now at the point where infants are being euthanized because of slight disabilities such a simple cleft palate. True dignity and compassion is about bravely dealing with whatever challenges life brings. Our government needs to promote a society in which the sanctity of human life is upheld by mutual care and responsibility. For more information on this issue, please go to: www.arpacanada.ca or www.euthanasiaprevention.on.ca . Please fill out the Parliamentary Response Cards in your church mailbox to tell your MP where you stand on Bill C-384 (no postage required).

ADVANCED NOTICES

Oct. 12 Thanksgiving Day; Sunday School Sings; Celebration of Holy Communion On Thanksgiving Day we ask that each Sunday School child please bring a food donation. We encourage each member of the congregation to bring a food donation as well.

Oct. 16 GEMS Annual Ladies Night, 7:30 P.M.

Oct. 29 Coffee Break Begins

Oct. 30 “hallofuzion", by Billy Graham @ E-free, 7:00 P.M.

Nov. 1 Reformation Day Service @ Trinity Ref. Church, 3 P.M.

Nov. 6-7 Promise Keepers Men’s Conference, @ Park Meadows Baptist Church

Nov. 6-7 Walking in a Winter Wonderland– Marantha CRC

Nov. 21 Immanuel Christian Schools Bazaar

Dec. 18 Sunday School Christmas Program

Jan. 29 GEMS/Cadets Spaghetti Dinner

Jan 29-31 Break Forth Conference, Edmonton