Elk Lake Baptist Church

~ Adult Sunday School had it’s last meeting in this series last
week. Adult Sunday School will return in the Fall.

~ We welcome to our service this morning, Calley and Carrie Erickson who will be reporting on ZAO, a new ministry developing out of Sylvan Acres Camp.

~ The Elk Lake Baptist Church Visual Arts Celebration ends today. Thanks to Les Funk and other Art Club folk who helped organize this fine event.

~ The ELB Benevolent Fund is designed to provide emergency financial support to help people within the congregation who are in times of special need. This fund is currently in need of replenishment. Gifts to this fund can be made by designating, “Benevolent Fund” on your giving envelope. The Deacons look after making distributions from this fund. If you know of a special need within the congregation, please talk to any deacon and/or the moderator or pastor.

~ There will be a Baby Shower for Christine and Eli tomorrow, May 16th at 7 p.m., here at the church building.

~ Les Biggs’ Graduation Ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Vancouver. A reception will follow. Anyone who wishes to attend may do so.

~ “To Opt for Joy”. Celebrating 15 years of Taize services in Victoria. You are invited to join in a quiet, meditative prayer and music filled service followed by a talk by Brother Emile from the community of Taize, France. This will be at First Metropolitan United at Quadra & Balmoral, on Friday, May 20,’11, 6-7 p.m. The talk by Brother Emile will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

~ Stewardship Questionnaire. Last Sunday during the service, the congregation filled out a “Stewardship Questionnaire”. If you weren’t here last Sunday but would like to get in on the fun, there are questionnaire sheets on the table in the foyer. It can be filled out in less than 5 minutes. Give your filled out questionnaire to Les B. and your input will be included in the results which will be reported next Sunday.

~ The Church Picnic will be Sunday, June 12th immediately following the worship service.

~ We have received a letter from Arwen Holmlund updating us about her activities. It is posted on the bulletin board. Arwen is currently teaching in a new Christian school in Killam, Alberta.

Bulletin-may-15-2011

~ Adult Sunday School had it’s last meeting in this series this morning. Adult Sunday School will return in the Fall.

~ The Elk Lake Baptist Church Visual Arts Celebration will be held May 13-15, 2011. There are some registration forms and invitations on the table in the foyer, to help you invite friends and family to this great event. Please talk to Les Funk for more information.

~ The ELB Benevolent Fund is designed to provide emergency financial support to help people within the congregation who are in times of special need. This fund is currently in need of replenishment. Gifts to this fund can be made by designating, “Benevolent Fund” on your giving envelope. The Deacons look after making distributions from this fund. If you know of a special need within the congregation, please talk to any deacon and/or the moderator or pastor.

~ The Baptist Women Lasagna Dinner is scheduled for Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. It will be held in our church building and is designed to raise money for projects (around the world) that the Baptist Women are giving help to. Tickets are $10 each and $5 for children 12 years old or younger. Get you ticket today.

~ There will be a Baby Shower for Christine and Eli on Monday, May 16th at 7 p.m., here at the church building.

~ Les Biggs’ Graduation Ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 29, 2011 at 3 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Vancouver. A reception will follow. Anyone who wishes to attend may do so.

~ On Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 7:30 p.m., you are invited to meet with Laurena Zondo. “For the past 14 years, Laurena Zondo has been a member of the communications team at CBM and is the editor of mosaic, CBM’s national magazine. At the end of this year she leaves CBM to devote herself full- time to a new calling – the continued development of A Peace of Life. This organization is a grassroots youth peace media initiative in the Great Lakes region of Africa which Laurena helped to launch to encourage and empower youth in their peace-building and development work.” We will hear her presentation but also engage Laurena in a conversation about the process she used to start this ministry and reflect at the same time about what it means to engage the culture on lower Vancouver Island with the Gospel.

~ “To Opt for Joy”. Celebrating 15 years of Taize services in Victoria. You are invited to join in a quiet, meditative prayer and music filled service followed by a talk by Brother Emile from the community of Taize, France. This will be at First Metropolitan United at Quadra & Balmoral, on Friday, May 20,’11, 6-7 p.m.

Bulletin for May-8-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion.

~ The Elk Lake Baptist Church Visual Arts Celebration will be held May 13-15, 2011. There are some registration forms and invitations on the table in the foyer, to help you invite friends and family to this great event. Please talk to Les Funk for more information.

~ The next Congregational Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.

~ The Lunch Bunch meeting returns on Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 12 noon. There will be a great meal and an informative presentation on earthquake preparedness.

~ The next CE Family Event is scheduled for this Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 4-6 p.m. at Ryan and Alison Ellis’. There will be a hot dog/marshmallow roast and games at the Ellis’ starting at 4 p.m. The event will happen rain or shine. Hot dogs and marshmallows will be provided. Please bring something to share. This event is for young families and people who like to hang out with young families.

~ Tool Kit! A tool kit for the church building has been established. The following items are still needed. If you have an extra one of these, please speak to Neil Christensen. [Hand Saw (wood and metal), Socket Set Metric & Imperial, Carpenters Square (large or small), Tape Measure, Sheet Metal Snips, Flashlight, Electric Drill & Bits, Exacto Knife].

~ Every year the “BC & Yukon Women in Focus” sponsor an annual island wide event called “Island Women’s Day Away” (IWDA). The IWDA is a wonderful day retreat where you can be refreshed and inspired in the Lord, reconnect with old friends, meet new ones and enjoy a tasty lunch (that you don’t have to make or clean up!). The Women’s Ministry team of New Life Community Baptist in Duncan is honored and excited to be hosting this year’s IWDA, Saturday May 14, 2011. This year’s theme is, “Daughter, You’re Amazing”. The speakers are Muriel Brakefield and Shannon Youell. See Literature Table for brochures.

~ The ELB Benevolent Fund is designed to provide emergency financial support to help people within the congregation who are in times of special need. This fund is currently in need of replenishment. Gifts to this fund can be made by designating, “Benevolent Fund” on your giving envelope. The Deacons look after making distributions from this fund. If you know of a special need within the congregation, please talk to any deacon and/or the moderator or pastor.

~ Pacific Christian School invites you to hear Victoria Police Staff Sergeant Darren Laur speak about internet safety for children. This free seminar will be on Tuesday, May 3rd from 7- 9 p.m. For more information, please see the bulletin board.

Bulletin-May-1-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion.

~ The Elk Lake Baptist Church Visual Arts Celebration will be held May 13-15, 2011. See the insert for more information. There are also some invitations on the table in the foyer to help you invite friends and family to this great event. Please talk to Les Funk for more information.

~ Men’s Breakfast, this month, will be held on Saturday, April 30th at 8:30 a.m. due to Easter.

~ The next Congregational Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 7:30.

~ The Lunch Bunch meeting returns on Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 12 noon. There will be a great meal and an informative presentation on earthquake preparedness.

~ The next CE Family Event is scheduled for Saturday, May 7, 2011 from 4-6 pm at Ryan and Alison Ellis’.

~ Tool Kit: A tool kit for the church building has been established. The following items are still needed. If you have an extra one of these, please speak to Neil Christensen. [Hand Saw (wood and metal), Socket Set Metric & Imperial, Carpenters Square (large or small), Tape Measure, Sheet Metal Snips, Flashlight, Electric Drill & Bits, Exacto Knife].

~ Every year the “BC & Yukon Women in Focus” sponsor an annual island wide event called “Island Women’s Day Away” (IWDA). The IWDA is a wonderful day retreat where you can be refreshed and inspired in the Lord, reconnect with old friends, meet new ones and enjoy a tasty lunch (that you don’t have to make or clean up!). The Women’s Ministry team of New Life Community Baptist in Duncan is honored and excited to be hosting this year’s IWDA, Saturday May 14, 2011. This year’s theme is, “Daughter, You’re Amazing”. The speakers are Muriel Brakefield and Shannon Youell. See Literature Table for brochures.

~ Elder Abuse Seminar: There will be a free Elder Abuse Seminar hosted by Emmanuel Baptist on April 30, 2011, 1:30- 3:30 p.m. Constable Laurence Riel, Oak Bay Police Community Liaison/Public Information Officer and Peter Day, Chaplain/Life Skills Facilitator will be presenting. If you have any questions please contact Wayne Vipond at 250-590-1799.

Bulletin-for-April-24-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion. Adult Sunday School will not meet next week, April 24th. They will resume meeting on Sunday, May 1st.

~ The Easter Drama titled, What a Beautiful Name, written and directed by Les Funk will be presented this morning. Refreshments will be served after the service to which all are invited.

~ The Elk Lake Baptist Easter Choir will have their final practice
tomorrow evening, April 18th at 7:00 p.m.

~ Next Sunday, Easter Sunday Morning, there will be a Deacons’s Easter Breakfast starting at 9:30 a.m. Yes, your Deacons will be happy to serve you breakfast on Easter morning! Come and enjoy a great breakfast before a wonderful time of worship on Resurrection Sunday.

~ The Finance Committee has designated May as “Stewardship Month.”

~ The Elk Lake Baptist Church Visual Arts Celebration will be held May 13-15, 2011. See the insert for more information. There are also some invitations on a table in the foyer to help you invite friends and family to this great event. Please talk to Les Funk for more information.

~ There will be a Good Friday interchurch service at Pearkes Arena on Good Friday, April 22 at 10:00 a.m. Last year, some 1400 people attended this service.

~ Please note that the church building will be used for a wedding this coming Saturday, April 23, 2011.

~ Men’s Breakfast, this month, will be held on Saturday, April 30th at 8:30 a.m. due to Easter.

~ The next Congregational Meeting is scheduled for Thursday,
May 5, 2011 at 7:30 p.m.

~ Ride Coordinator – If you would like to attend an ELB event but don’t have transportation, please speak to Rick Downe. He will be glad to help you find a ride.

Bulletin-for-April-17-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion. Adult Sunday School will not meet on April 17th or April 24th. They will resume meeting on Sunday, May 1st.

~ Canadian Baptist Ministries is involved in relief work in Japan in response to the recent devastating earthquake and tsunami. Donations can be made to the Sharing Way Japan Earthquake Fund by designating money to this fund on your ELB giving envelope (available in the pocket on the back of the chairs or from Lu Funk).

~ Easter this year is on April 24th. There will be an Elk Lake Baptist Easter Choir this year under the capable leadership of Heidi Rancourt. There will be two more practices for the choir: Monday, April 11th and Wednesday, April 20th ; both at 7 p.m. Please speak to Heidi if you are interested in being a part of the ELB Easter Choir.

~ South Island Centre for Counselling and Training (formerly IPSA) is holding a one day course for those who are connected to someone who has a serious problem (like an addiction) and you wonder how to help them. This course provides insight into the stages of change and motivational tools to help someone move forward. Martin Spray, a registered psychologist and a Christian, offers the course. See the Bulletin Board for more information.

~ The Finance Committee has designated May as “Stewardship Month.”

~ The April CE family event is planned for Friday, April 15 at 6 p.m. for some singing, games, and an Easter message. This event is especially designed for families with young children. Please speak to Alison Ellis if you would like more information.

Bulletin for April-10-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion.

~ Canadian Baptist Ministries is involved in relief work in Japan in response to the recent devastating earthquake and tsunami. Donations can be made to the Sharing Way Japan Earthquake Fund by designating money to this fund on your ELB giving envelope (available in the pocket on the back of the chairs or from Lu Funk).

~ Easter this year is on April 24th. There will be an Elk Lake Baptist Easter Choir this year under the capable leadership of Heidi Rancourt. There will be three practices for the choir at 7:00 p.m. on Monday April 4, 11, & Wednesday April 20th. Please speak to Heidi if you are interested in being a part of the ELB Easter Choir.

~ South Island Centre for Counselling and Training (formerly IPSA) is holding a one day course for those who are connected to someone who has a serious problem (like an addiction) and you wonder how to help them. This course provides insight into the stages of change and motivational tools to help someone move forward. Martin Spray, a registered psychologist and a Christian, offers the course. See the Bulletin Board for more information.

~ The next Lunch Bunch will meet on Thursday, May 5th.

~ The Finance Committee has designated May as “Stewardship Month.”

~ Would you like to read a copy of the CBWC Annual Report? There is a copy available in the church office. See Rick R. or Les B.

~ Friends and family of Flora Burdge are invited to join her for a ninetieth birthday celebration, to be held here at the church Saturday, April 9, from 2-4 p.m. Please RSVP with Pam at 250-652-2302 or Margaret at 250-743-9201

~ The April CE family event is planned for Friday, April 15 at 6 p.m. for some singing, games, and an Easter message. This event is especially designed for families with young children. Please speak to Alison Ellis if you would like more information.

Bulletin-for-April-3rd-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion.

~ Pacific Christian School is offering – FREE OF CHARGE – a computer course for seniors who have no experience with computers. This free course will run for six weeks on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. starting on April 5. The teacher is the son and son-in-law of two octogenarians who have recently learned to send emails and use Facebook. If interested, contact the school at 250-479-4531 ext. 101.

~ Canadian Baptist Ministries is involved in relief work in Japan in response to the recent devastating earthquake and tsunami. Donations can be made to the Sharing Way Japan Earthquake Fund by designating money to this fund on your ELB giving envelope (available in the pocket on the back of the chairs or from Lu Funk).

~ Easter this year is on April 24th. There will be an Elk Lake Baptist Easter Choir this year under the capable leadership of Heidi Rancourt. There will be three practices for the choir on Wednesday, April 6, 13, & 20. Please speak to Heidi if you are interested in being a part of the ELB Easter Choir.

~ South Island Centre for Counselling and Training (formerly IPSA) is holding a one day course for those who are connected to someone who has a serious problem (like an addiction) and you wonder how to help them. This course provides insight into the stages of change and motivational tools to help someone move forward. Martin Spray, a registered psychologist and a Christian, offers the course. See the Bulletin Board for more information.

~ Parents are reminded that South Island Centre is also offering a series of seminars on parenting. These may be attended individually. Please see the Bulletin Board for more information.

~ The Finance Committee has designated May as “Stewardship Month.”

~ Would you like to read a copy of the CBWC Annual Report? There is a copy available in the church office. See Rick R. or Les B.

~ Friends and family of Flora Burdge are invited to join her for a ninetieth birthday celebration, to be held here at the church Saturday April 9, from 2-4 p.m. Please see poster in the lobby for more details.

Bulletin for March-27-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion.

~ The Canadian Baptists of Western Canada Assembly 2011 will be held in Banff on April 28-30. See the literature table for brochures.

~ Steve Bell CD Release Concert will be held on Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Lambrick Park Church. See Bulletin Board for more info.

~ There will be a Building & Grounds meeting here at the Church, Wednesday, March 23 at 7 p.m.

~ For your information: At the Annual general Meeting, the congregation approved a full review of the ELB Constitution. This is a “routine” review in light of the fact that the Constitution has not been reviewed for quite some time. This is now underway. Joanna Richards, Greg Hatton and Les Biggs are leading this process. If you would like to raise any issues about the constitution, please speak to one of these members of the Constitution Review Committee. Copies of the constitution are available in the church office.

~ Pacific Christian School is offering – FREE OF CHARGE – a computer course for seniors who have no experience with computers. This free course will run for six weeks on Tuesdays and Fridays from 12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. starting on April 5. The teacher is the son and son-in-law of two octogenarians who have recently learned to send emails and use Facebook. If interested, contact the school at 250-479-4531 ext. 101.

~ Canadian Baptist Ministries is involved in relief work in Japan in response to the recent devastating earthquake and tsunami. Donations can be made to the Sharing Way Japan Earthquake Fund by designating money to this fund on your ELB giving envelope (available in the pocket on the back of the chairs or from Lu Funk).

Bulletin-for-March-20th-2011

~ Adult Sunday School meets at 10:00 a.m. each Sunday. You are welcome to join in the discussion.

~ The Canadian Baptists of Western Canada Assembly 2011 will be held in Banff on April 28-30. See the literature table for brochures.

~ The CE Committee presents a March family event. On Saturday morning, March 19 at 10:00 a.m., all families with young children are invited to walk at Rithet’s Bog. Good parking is available on Dalewood (off of Chatterton Way) and we will meet at the Rithet’s Bog sign at the corner of Dalewood and Chatterton Way. Please speak to Alison Ellis if you have any questions.

~ Steve Bell CD Release Concert will be held on Saturday, March 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Lambrick Park Church. See Bulletin Board for more info.

~ For your information: At the Annual general Meeting, the congregation approved a full review of the ELB Constitution. This is a “routine” review in light of the fact that the Constitution has not been reviewed for quite some time. This is now underway. Joanna Richards, Greg Hatton and Les Biggs are leading this process. If you would like to raise any issues about the constitution, please speak to one of these members of the Constitution Review Committee. Copies of the constitution are Available in the church office.

~ The Light Magazine is a lower mainland publication inspiring faith and informing us about Christian community views and happenings. First edition copies available in the lobby.

~ 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. Mustard Seed food donations are also collected in the same area,
near the coat rack.

~ The Church First Aid Kit is located in the cupboards above the sink next to the Nursery.

Bulletin-for-March-13-2011