Announcements for May 3rd, 2009

~ Our next Congregational Meeting is Thursday, May 14th, at 7:30 p.m.

~ The Canadian Bible Society is sponsoring a Vancouver Island “Bike for Bibles” from August 1 – 7. See the Literature Table for brochures.

~ Men’s Retreat: The men of Gateway Baptist Church extend an invitation to men at ELB to join them for a “Men’s Getaway” at Capernwray Bible Centre on Thetis Island from August 14 to August 16, 2009. Registrations must be in by May 7th. See Literature Table for more information.

~ This week Thursday, May 7th, is the Fund Raiser for the Cridge Respitality Program featuring Louise Rose and Choir, auctions and fabulous desserts. See Bulletin Board for more details. At this time only phone-in tickets left (250) 220-2306.

~ Every Mothers Day, Canadian Baptists across the country come together for a very special reason: Solidarity Sunday. This symbolic event enables us to stand in unity with our brothers and sisters in need around the world.

This year we are focusing on Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim nation, where over 40 percent of the population lives below the poverty line. We want to raise support for dedicated men and women who are committed to sharing God’s love in word and deed, even in places that are difficult to reach.

Through Solidarity Sunday, you can help them. Funds raised will better equip a remarkable group of men and women in Indonesia. You can help develop and support these dedicated leaders.

~ Les Biggs will be attending the “Van Gelder Consultation” On May 6th & 7th at Carey Theological College in Vancouver.

May 3rd, 2009 Bulletin