SR. SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00) and Pemmican Lodge (2:40) Group C: J&M Notenbomer, H&A Postman, K&V Nieboer, J&B DenBoon, M&C Fehr, L Hummel, C&P Kbelt, H&W Kbelt, D&S Postman, H&H Pastink, R&S Rose, J&W Wever, H&H Molenaar

Tonight, Pastor Kevin looks at the Great Commission of Matthew 28 and article 34 of the Belgic Confession.

PRE-K/KIND. (age 4 & 5): Shauna Konynenbelt, Catherine Wever & Tianna Notenbomer

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

Thank you for your expressions of sympathy, through hugs, a card, making a meal, baking, (even cleaning our house!) or taking care of chores while we were gone. It is a blessing to be part of a church & community where things are taken care of when needed. Mom is doing well. She is back to substitute teaching, driving around grandkids, doing fall parts runs and coffeeing. Thanks so much for everything! Chris, Kathleen, Kayla & Kelsey

Christian condolences are extended to Mrs. Corrie Heins and her extended family on the passing of great-grandaughter, Teagan Leeuwenburgh, daughter of Dennis & Michelle.

She passed away suddenly last Saturday, just before her first birthday. The funeral was

Wednesday. Psalm 46:1 - God is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in trouble.

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

This Thursday, October 1, Sara Slomp undergoes her sixth and final chemotherapy treatment.

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.

Today, we witness the Baptism of a Child of the Covenant, Daisy Annabella Nieboer, infant daughter of Kevin & Vanessa.

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.

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).

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.

CROSSROADS COUNSELLING CENTRE is hosting its Annual Fundraising Dinner on Friday, October 2, 2009. The new location this year is Immanuel Lutheran Church, 20 Rocky Mountain Blvd. West. Registration begins at 6:00 p.m., Dinner at 6:30 p.m., and a short program will follow. There is no charge for tickets; however a financial appeal will be made that evening. Tickets must be obtained or reserved in advance by calling Crossroads @ 327-7080 or from a Crossroads representative. Your support is deeply appreciated and vital to this ongoing ministry.

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 that day 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.

Let’s Make Room Together! Rehoboth’s Board of Directors has designated September as “MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN MONTH.” Annual Association Membership Fees of TEN dollars are renewable in September, PLUS donations of any amount are needed and greatly appreciated. Your $10 Membership Fee (per person) and supporting donations insures the continuation of quality services provided in the Lord’s name. Again this year, we are encouraging each person in a family to become a member. Children under the legal age of 18 will be non-voting members. A strong membership base is a great benefit to Rehoboth when negotiating funding for the services we provide.

Please put your forms and donations in Pearl’s mailbox.

OUR LEAPS OF FAITH (A GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFT)

A Collection of Stories by Dutch-Canadian Immigrants as a Legacy for our Children, Grandchildren and Future Generations compiled by Zwaantina L. Zomerman-Bootsma. Price: $18.95 plus shipping and handling, 335 pages.

Place your order by contacting:Tina Bootsma at Ph. 780-469-1845;

Email: tina.bootsma@shaw.ca

If you would like to see your story in print, send it, plus pictures, by Aug. 31/10. Mailing address: 6604-94A Ave., Edmonton, AB,

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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 by Sunday, October 11. Thank you For the committee, Rev. Andrew Joosse

Attention Sunday school coordinators, teachers, helpers, and parents: Faith Alive Christian Resources and LAUGH (a ministry network for Sunday school leaders) invite you to a day of support, encouragement, and equipping for the task of discipling our little ones! Join us on Saturday, October 17, for Harvest Hands—the 2009 GROW Conference at Covenant CRC in Edmonton. For workshop details and registration options, visit www.faithaliveresources.org/GROWSERVICELINK'S FALL HOT LIST of volunteer opportunities with the CRC has arrived and is posted on our Mission bulletin board. Check out the variety of opportunities to serve in the areas of justice, development and agriculture, plus some neat group opportunities.

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).

Cross Road Connection: This week Dr. David Schuringa reports on California outsourcing prisoners, children stun-gunned behind bars, combating prison rape, breaking down employment barriers for ex-offenders and much more. Go to www.cbi.fm to listen to CrossRoad connection a restorative justice ministry of Crossroad Bible Institute.

HOW STRONG IS GOD? How can an all-powerful God exist with cancer, untimely death, and so many other painful events that we experience during our lives? If we believe he is a good God, can he be all powerful? What does the Bible say? Find out on the Oct. 4 Back to God Hour. Visit BacktoGodradio.net to find a station in your area or listen to a sermon. You can also download our podcast. No station in your area? Can’t listen on line? Call or email to request a CD to be sent to you.

FAITH ALIVE CHRISTIAN RESOURCES: The Book That Understands You--How does your life story connect with the story of the Bible? What's your role in God's great drama? Find out in "The Book That Understands You," a new study for small groups, adult education, young adults, and outreach. Read a sample at www.FaithAliveResources.org or call 1-800-333-8300.

SPIRITUAL RETREAT: Intermission is a 2 ½ day silent directed retreat sponsored by Centrepointe CRC,Edmonton. Enrich, deepen, and strengthen your relationship to Jesus Christ through prayer and the spiritual disciplines. Nov. 6-8 at Providence Renewal Centre, Edmonton, Alta. $300/person. To register: Annemarie at 780-454-1936 or info@centrepointechurch.ca.