Elk Lake Baptist Church

~ Adult Sunday School has concluded its current study of Joseph. The Adult Sunday School Class will reconvene in the fall.

~ About collecting Stamps for the Leprosy Mission: The Leprosy Mission will continue to receive regular stick-on stamps of any kind. They are able to sell these stamps as a way of raising funds for the Leprosy Mission. These stamps may be deposited in the collection box by the coat rack. Envelopes with printed postage are NO LONGER being accepted as the Leprosy Mission does not receive any funds for them.

~ From Sylvan Acres: Under the excellent guidance of the Sylvan Board, with Rob Filgate as chair, a new director (Calley Erickson) has been appointed. Calley and Carrie have led several areas in our family of churches, including, over the last few years, Mill Creek (a CBWC Camp near Pincher Creek, Alta.)

~ QUEENSWOOD RETREAT CENTRE – It is with great sadness that we share the news that Queenswood retreat centre will close permanently on October 1st, 2010. In March 2010, the Sisters of St. Ann announced the sale of their Arbutus Road property to the University of Victoria (UVic). It was hoped that Queenswood might continue its operations as a tenant of the university. Negotiations for a lease with UVic proceeded with good will, but with the best terms possible, capital and operational expenses would require fundraising a minimum of $3.5 million over the next five years in order to fund a 10-year lease, capital costs and operations. We were advised by fundraising experts that this target is not feasible. Therefore, last week the Queenswood board of directors recommended the orderly closure of Queenswood.

~ The church building has been rented for a wedding this coming weekend. It will be in used on Friday, June 25th from 4 – 5 pm and on Saturday from 3:00 – 4:00 pm.

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~ Communion will be next Sunday.

~ Adult Sunday School has concluded its current study of Joseph. The Adult Sunday School Class will reconvene in the fall.

~ From Sylvan Acres: Under the excellent guidance of the Sylvan Board, with Rob Filgate as chair, a new director (Calley Erickson) has been appointed. Calley and Carrie have led several areas in our family of churches, including, over the last few years, Mill Creek (a CBWC Camp near Pincher Creek, Alta.)

~ The church picnic is today following the morning worship service. The picnic will be held on the North Lawn again this year. We will be sharing a picnic-style potluck lunch and coffee, tea juice and ice cream are supplied. After lunch there will be games and fun activities for all ages, so we encourage everyone to make an effort to stay for this event and have a great time of fellowship, even if you can’t play the games.

~ Executive Minister Reappointed The Board of Directors of Canadian Baptists of Western Canada is very pleased to announce they have reappointed Jeremy Bell as Executive Minister for another 5 years. His second term will extend to June, 2015.

“Jeremy was hired 5 years ago because he has a great ability to dream outside the box. He has great visioning skills,” said Jan Paasuke, the Board Chair. “Over the past 5 years, he has put many new initiatives into play, such as Listening Sessions, urban camping and local short-term missions as something separate from CBM. He has shown he has the ability to move us in a different direction and be more effective in the future.”

~ Director of Ministry Appointed Jeremy Bell, Executive Minister of Canadian Baptists of Western Canada, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bob Webber as Director of Ministry, effective June 1, 2010. As Director of Ministry, Bob will coordinate more than 50 Ministry networks, denominational committees, Camp Boards and Board Committees of the CBWC on behalf of the Executive Minister.

June-13th-2010-Bulletin

~ Adult Sunday School has concluded its current study of Joseph. The Adult Sunday School Class will reconvene in the fall.

~ You are invited to a Worship Workshop at Emmanuel Baptist, June 11-13 lead by Ken Dosso. This is a hands-on workshop where worship leaders and team members can learn technically, musically and spiritually from Ken’s coaching of worship teams from various churches. Drummers and bass players are offered a special session Saturday afternoon with Ken and his bass playing son, Mike. All events are open to ‘spectators’. Please see the bulletin board for more information.

~ The Annual Strawberry Tea, put on by the Baptist Women, is scheduled for Saturday, June 12th. See details on poster. This is one of the highlights of the year for the Baptist Women as far as fundraising goes. Please invite your family and friends to this special event and help the Baptist Women to support many worthwhile causes with the funds raised. Tickets are available from Maimu McLeod or any of the ladies of the Baptist Women’s group, including Charlotte Ann Sekul, Barb Smethurst and Velma Ryder, to name but a few. Tickets are $5.00 for adults; $3.00 for children and $12.00 for a family.

~ The church picnic is scheduled for Sunday, June 13th, following the morning worship service. The picnic will be held on the North Lawn again this year. We will be sharing a picnic-style potluck lunch and coffee, tea juice and ice cream are supplied. After lunch there will be games and fun activities for all ages, so we encourage everyone to make an effort to stay for this event and have a great time of fellowship, even if you can’t play the games! Please bring your own lawn chairs, where possible, as well as dishes, cups and utensils. Thank you.

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June-6th-2010-Bulletin

~ The current Adult Sunday School study ended today. Sunday School will begin again in the fall.

~ You are invited to a Worship Workshop at Emmanuel Baptist, June 11-13 lead by Ken Dosso. This is a hands-on workshop where worship leaders and team members can learn technically, musically and spiritually from Ken’s coaching of worship teams from various churches. Drummers and bass players are offered a special session Saturday afternoon with Ken and his bass playing son, Mike. All events are open to ‘spectators’. Please see the bulletin board for more information.

~ The next Congregational Prayer time will be Thursday, June 3rd from 7 – 8 pm.

~ The Annual Strawberry Tea, put on by the Baptist Women, is scheduled for Saturday, June 12th. See details on poster. Please put it on your calendar and consider whom you might invite to this event. Tickets are available from Maimu McLeod or any of the ladies of the Baptist Women’s group, including Charlotte Ann Sekul, Barb Smethurst and Velma Ryder, to name but a few. Tickets are $5.00 for adults; $3.00 for children and $12.00 for a family.

~ The church picnic is scheduled for Sunday, June 13th, following the morning worship service. The picnic will be held on the North Lawn again this year. We will be sharing a picnic-style potluck lunch and coffee, tea juice and ice cream are supplied. After lunch there will be games and fun activities for all ages, so we encourage everyone to make an effort to stay for this event and have a great time of fellowship, even if you can’t play the games! Please bring your own lawn chairs, where possible, as well as dishes, cups and utensils. Thank you.

~ The “Daily Bread” for June, July and August is available on the literature table for those who wish to take one.

May-30th-2010 Bulletin

~ Congratulations to Dale, Samantha and Naomi Armstrong on the birth of Noah Michael. Noah was born at 8:30 pm on Monday, May 10, 2010. Noah weighed in at 9lbs and 15oz.

~ Adult Sunday School happens at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome.

~ You are invited to a Worship Workshop at Emmanuel Baptist, June 11-13 lead by Ken Dosso. This is a hands-on workshop where worship leaders and team members can learn technically, musically and spiritually from Ken’s coaching of worship teams from various churches. Drummers and bass players are offered a special session Saturday afternoon with Ken and his bass playing son, Mike. All events are open to ‘spectators’. Please see the bulletin board for more information.

~ Elk Lake Baptist Church wishes to hire a part time youth leader (10 hours per month) for a group of early teens and nearly teens that are eager to be part of a youth group experience. For more information or to submit a resume and cover letter, please contact Elk Lake Baptist Church at elklakebaptist@shaw.ca or 5349 Pat Bay Hwy, Victoria BC, V8Y1S9 or call (250) 658-8111.

~ Do you have some 3-ply yarn that you will likely never use? You are invited to donate it for a good purpose – to create quilts/blankets for women who are in distress. Please speak to Yvonne Mayhew if you have some yarn you could donate.

~ The next Congregational Prayer time will be Thursday, June 3rd from 7 – 8 pm.

~ The Annual Strawberry Tea, put on by the Baptist Women, is scheduled for Saturday, June 12th. See details on poster. Please put it on your calendar and consider whom you might invite to this event.

~ The church picnic is scheduled for Sunday, June 13th, following the morning worship service. More details will follow.

~ This week our building is being used from 9 – 4 pm on Tuesday and Thursday by a VIHA Adult Day Program.

~ The “Daily Bread” for June, July and August is available on the literature table for those who wish to take one.

Bulletin for May 23rd, 2010

~ Today we welcome to our service Rev. Ken Hillmer, who will be giving the morning sermon. Ken was the minister at First Baptist Victoria before retiring. Les and Carol are up-island on a weekend away.

~ Congratulations to Dale, Samantha and Naomi Armstrong on the birth of Noah Michael. Noah was born at 8:30 pm on Monday, May 10, 2010. Noah weighed in at 9lbs and 15oz.

~ Adult Sunday School happens at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome.

~ Elk Lake Baptist Church wishes to hire a part time youth leader (10 hours per month) for a group of early teens and nearly teens that are eager to be part of a youth group experience. For more information or to submit a resume and cover letter, please contact Elk Lake Baptist Church at elklakebaptist@shaw.ca or 5349 Pat Bay Hwy, Victoria BC, V8Y1S9 or call (250) 658-8111.

~ The CBWC Gathering 2010 and BC and Yukon Region Assembly 2010 will be held jointly in Vancouver, July 2-5, 2010. If you would like to be a delegate, please speak to Greg Hatton or Les Biggs as soon as possible. See Literature Table for brochures.

~ Evangelism and Transformation in a Secular Society Conference with Brian McLaren and Steve Bell will be on May 28th- 29th, 2010, at Christ Church Cathedral. There will be a Concert with Steve Bell on Saturday evening, May 29th. See the Bulletin Board for more information.

~ Do you have some 3-ply yarn that you will likely never use? You are invited to donate it for a good purpose – to create quilts/blankets for women who are in distress. Please speak to Yvonne Mayhew if you have some yarn you could donate.

~ The next Men’s Breakfast is Saturday, May 29 at 9:00 am.

Bulletin for May-16th-2010

~ Adult Sunday School happens at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is welcome.

~ Elk Lake Baptist Church wishes to hire a part time youth leader (10 hours per month) for a group of early teens and nearly teens that are eager to be part of a youth group experience. For more information or to submit a resume and cover letter, please contact Elk Lake Baptist Church at elklakebaptist@shaw.ca or 5349 Pat Bay Hwy, Victoria BC, V8Y1S9 or call (250) 658-8111.

~ The CBWC Gathering 2010 and BC and Yukon Region Assembly 2010 will be held jointly in Vancouver, July 2-5, 2010. If you would like to be a delegate, please speak to Greg Hatton or Les Biggs as soon as possible. See Literature Table for brochures.

~ Today is Solidarity Sunday. On this special day, we ask that all Canadian Baptists give a minimum of one or two Toonies to help support Rwanda. One small sacrifice. One huge impact, when multiplied together. Last year, churches across Canada raised over $40,000 for our brothers and sisters in Indonesia! We hope to exceed that amount this year. Anyone wishing a receipt for their donation should use the envelope provided and put their name or envelope number on the outside.

~ Evangelism and Transformation in a Secular Society Conference with Brian McLaren and Steve Bell will be on May 28th- 29th, 2010, at Christ Church Cathedral. There will be a Concert with Steve Bell on Saturday evening, May 29th. See the Bulletin Board for more information.

~ Do you have some 3 ply yarn that you will likely never use? You are invited to donate it for a good purpose – to create quilts/blankets for women who are in distress. Please speak to Yvonne Mayhew if you have some yarn you could donate.

***Reminder***

Used Stamps for the Leprosy Mission, and Bar Codes for Island Farms Products can be dropped off at boxes located on the table near the coat rack. On the same table you can drop off used Cell Phones. Mustard Seed food donations are collected in the same area, near the coat rack.

May 9th 2010 Bulletin