WELCOME MEMBERS AND VISITORS TO OUR WORSHIP
SERVICES!
APRIL 18
GREETERS:
Henri & Brenda B
Andrew & Liz K
USHERS:
Marcel
& Bas
ABOVE BUDGET OFFERING:
GEMS
ORGANIST/PIANIST:
A.M.
Dana & Joel
P.M.
Kathleen & Trina
NURSERY:
A.M: Charlene H,
Kaylee W, Brett F
P.M Liz K, Kyle K
NURSERY
SCHOOL (ae 2&3)
Paula K,
Jennifer P, Tianna N
PRE-K/KIND.
(age 4 & 5)
Susy K, Catherine W, Riley P
SUNDAY
SCHOOL SNACK:
GEMS Sunday
AFTER
CHURCH COFFEE
GEMS Sunday
YOUNG PEOPLE’S:
Joyce & Jasmine P - Bible Study
YOUNG
ADULTS: Tim & Benita’s
SR.
SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00)
and
Pemmican Lodge (2:40):
Group
D: Henri
&
Brenda B, Kevin & Lynda J, Gordon & Karen F,
Sid
& Margaret H, Dave & Charlene H,
Scott
& Jen H, Luke & Lammie H, Delbert &
Lucy
K, Les & Karen P, John & Joanne M,
Rob
& Wanda
Everyone
is welcome to our 6:00 service.
APRIL 25
GREETERS:
Bert & Pat K
Henry & Wilhelmina K
USHERS:
Scott & Brendan
ABOVE
BUDGET OFFERING:
Operation Manna
ORGANIST/PIANIST:
A.M.:
Elaine & Tosha
P.M:
Alison
NURSERY:
A.M:
Jen vdK, Nicole P, Kelsey B
P.M: Sonya W, Taryn K
NURSERY
SCHOOL (age 2&3):
Lorinda V, Jeremy J, Matthew H
PRE-K/KIND. (age 4 & 5):
Wanda K, Allison F, Brendan K
SUNDAY
SCHOOL SNACK:
Karen F
AFTER
CHURCH COFFEE:
Tim & Benita H
YOUNG
PEOPLE’S:
Adam S
- Social
SR.
SINGING @ Edith Cavell (2:00)
and
Pemmican Lodge (2:40): Group E:
Pete & Diane K, Trevor & Trina M, Perry
&
Lorinda V, Marcel & Mary B, Con &
Colleen W,
Andrew & Liz K, Cobi H,
Bill & Pearl N, Nick & Wendy S, Hank &
Rose S, Ard
& Jen VdK, John & Caroline V,
Wayne &
Audra W
OUR CHURCH
FAMILY
Deji
and I would like to thank the congregation for your support and prayers; we
really appreciate the people of Nobleford and the way you’ve continued to
strengthen us even overseas. Deji has his interview with the Immigration
Consulate office on Monday. We would like to ask that you pray that it will go
well, and that his visa will be granted swiftly and with no problems. Thank you
all so much for your kindness toward us, and may God continue to bless you
richly. Deji & Mandy
ists are degenerated and already
abnormally angled. Knees are crooked, mis-aligned & degenerated as
well. She was directed to carefully choose how to use the rest of what she
has left and that her condition will not improve but get more painful. the bone & cartilage part, she
still faces the muscle & inflammatory part next month.
CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR...
Sharon H. has undergone all of her chemotherapy treatments. She's tired and
awaiting radiation treatments.
Corrie H. has made significant improvements this week. She came home on
Tuesday.
Pray that Henny v. F., and Scott H.
continue to improve. Pray also for patience when the healing comes more slowly
than expected.
Everet S. reports some improvement in the alignment of his eyes for
which we give thanks.
Leuis
Postman (Henry’s brother) had a stroke. Pray for him as he learns how to speak and
swallow again.
Samantha P for energy to complete each day; for pain relief and
appropriate medical care.
Brian K. has returned home. He just
finished his I.V. therapy on Thursday and is waiting for test results to see
where they go from here.
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.
Pray for the people of Haiti, Chile and China; for all
those who have lost family members and homes.
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, Mary N, at the Good Samaritan Center,
Corrie H at Columbia Assisted Living, Tina K, in St. Michael’s Health Care
Center, and our expectant mothers
OUR CHURCH THIS WEEK April 18 - April 24, 2010
TODAY
Today is GEMS Sunday. We welcome all friends and families of the
GEMS who have joined us in today’s worship service. There will not be any Sunday School today.
NOMINATIONS:
The council
invites the congregation to submit names for nomination of elders and deacons.
This year we require 2 elders, 1 youth elder and 2 deacons. Nomination forms
have been placed in the mailboxes. Completed forms may be placed in the box
provided in the foyer by Sunday May 2, 2010. Please remember this nomination process
in your prayers and that the Holy Spirit may guide the council and prepare the
hearts of those nominated.
Vacation
Bible School: Please
help us explore the high seas this year for VBS. We still need more people to teach the little
sailors that will be coming to Bible School this summer. Please prayerfully consider signing up. We also need old unwanted CD’s, sea shells
and 500ml clear water bottles. These can
be put in the VBS box in the foyer. Thank
you
FOOD BANK UPDATE: This
week, the food bank is in need of 500 mL. & 1L Peanut Butter.
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
Building Committee Progress Report
* Dick VH and crew have completed pouring and
finishing the basement floor concrete.
* Wood framing in basement almost complete.
Downward ramp to basement is framed and concrete on its surface is in place.
Ramp upward will be next.
* The Main entrance up & down stairs are
installed and treads finished with concrete.
* Upstairs framing is almost complete except
for kitchen, library, and ceiling areas.
* All required steel is in place and the bldg
comm. needs to meet with Theo Vanee of West-Co const. to review and finalize
things with them.
* All exterior windows and doors have been
researched, priced, and ordered.
* 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 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 choices complete. Also inside carpet, lino, paint
colors, textures, hardware choices & suppliers complete. They are still
working on sanctuary west wall ideas, plumbing fixtures, etc.
* The sound comm. has presented us with 1 plan
and cost estimate so far(SoundWest of Calgary). They are working on more
possible options.
* Thanks 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.
Immanuel Christian Schools The spring membership meeting is
scheduled for Monday, May 3, 2010, at 8:00 pm at Immanuel Christian High
School. The School News will be in your mailboxes.
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 are 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
KING’S EVENTS - April/May 2010
KING’S SPRING SESSIONS Begin your degree early.
Complete your degree faster. University upgrading.
Personal Enrichment.
Tuition deposit & Application deadline: April 27
Spring Term 1: May 3-20
Tuition deposit & Application deadline : May 19
Spring Term 2: May 25-June 11
Complete
a university course in as little as 3 weeks! Log on to kingsu.ca to
enrol!
GRADUATION CONVOCATION Convocation at The King’s University College will take place on Saturday, May 1, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Evangel Pentecostal Assembly, 4461 50 Street, Edmonton. Everyone is welcome to attend this celebration.
SPRING CAMPAIGN The annual spring fund raising campaign for The King’s University College is in full swing. Thank you to everyone who has generously supported the campaign so far. Annual spring donations are a vital part of the university’s existence. To contribute to Spring Campaign 2010, please send your gift using the form that was mailed to you or donate online at www.kingsu.ca. Extra copies of the Spring Campaign information are available at the back of the church. Contact the Development Office at 780-465-8314 or development@kingsu.ca with comments or questions. Thank you for supporting Christian education at King’s!
SUMMER ACCOMODATIONS @ KING’S If you are having family come to Edmonton for a reunion, wedding or a visit, plan to have them stay with us! If you are planning a trip to Edmonton, consider staying at King’s! King’s is pleased to offer guest and conference group accommodations. We have a variety of options for you to choose from. Plan to have your next meeting, workshop, or conference at King’s and take advantage of our professional services, on-site catering, and a variety of rooms for your event.
We treat every event as though it was our own; every guest as if they were family. Contact the Conference Services Office at 780-465-8323 or conferenceservices@kingsu.ca for more information.
ADVANCED NOTICES
May 3 Spring Membership Meeting @ ICHS, 8:00
P.M.
May 3
Ladies Auxilliary Meeting, 7:00 P.M. @ ICHS Home Ec Room
May 4 Council Meeting
May 16 Rev.
Paul Mpindi from Back to God Hour Ministries lead a.m. service
April 22
Coffeebreak picnic @ Park Lake, 11:00 A.M.
June 5
GEMS Community Garage Sale
June 5 Annual Pro-Life's Hike For Life - at
Henderson Lake
June 6-11
Great Plains Experience ~ Dordt College
June 12 Annual
Burger Bash, 4:00-7:00 P.M.
July 22-25
Annual GEMS Conference in Minneapolis
Aug 9-13
Vacation Bible School
Aug 9-13 GEMS
Summer Camp @ Gull Lake