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Announcements for October 25th, 2009

October 24, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ Adult Sunday School is on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Bible character studies will be the focus. Everyone is welcome! Speak to Rick Downe for more information.

~ Les Biggs will be on Sabbatical from October 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. During the Sabbatical, Ryan Johnston will be in the Church Office on Fridays. Leave a message on Ryan’s cell to reach him mid-week (250) 884-7583.

~ Rick and Lynn Rancourt will be speaking next Sunday. They will share on their experiences as missionaries. For more information on the schedule of guest speakers, please speak to Ryan.

~ Operation Christmas Child is a fun and simple, hands-on project of Samaritan’s Purse in which anyone can participate. Each gift-filled shoebox is used to bless the life of a child living in a desperate situation. Boxes can be picked up today.

~ The next Quarterly Meeting of Elk Lake Baptist Church will be on Thursday, October 29th at 7:30 p.m. Please talk to Ryan or Greg about arranging a ride if you need one.

~ Committee Chairs please submit budget proposal for the 2010 year to the Chair of the Finance Committee (Velma Ryder) or place it in the Finance Committee mailbox. The Finance Committee would also like a projection of spending for the remainder of the year. Both of these items are needed by November 15th.

~ Planning is underway for the Advent Service on the evening of November 29th. A special choir of more than 20 people is being assembled. This will be a great event, so please start planning who you will invite. We are looking for a pool of drivers to give rides to people who prefer not to drive at night. Please talk to Ryan if you are able to drive.

~ The Memorial Service for Eliza Winston will be held in the afternoon of November 7th at Elk Lake Baptist Church. The exact time will be announced next Sunday.

~ A Men’s Breakfast will be held on Saturday, October 31st at 9:00 a.m. Please feel free to bring friends or relatives!

~ The next church Prayer Event will be on November 11th. Please talk to a deacon for more information.

Bulletin for October 25th, 2009

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Announcements for October 18th, 2009

October 16, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ Adult Sunday School is on Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Bible character studies will be the focus. Everyone is welcome! Speak to Rick Downe for more information.

~ Les Biggs will be on Sabbatical from October 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. During the Sabbatical, Ryan Johnston will be in the Church Office on Fridays. Leave a message on Ryan’s cell to reach him mid-week (250) 884-7583.

~ Our Annual Fall Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Saturday, October 24th! A sign-up sheet for what to bring is on the bulletin board.

~ Les Funk will be preaching next Sunday. For more information on the schedule of guest speakers, please speak to Ryan.

~ Next Sunday we will have a Special Presentation on Operation Christmas Child and the shoeboxes will be available then.

~ The meeting of The Baptist Women’s Group, which is usually the second Wednesday of the month, will be this coming Wednesday, October 21st and will be at the home of Donna Jarvis at 10:00 a.m.

~ The next Quarterly Meeting of Elk Lake Baptist Church will be on Thursday, October 29th at 7:30 p.m. Please talk to Ryan or Greg if you would like a ride.

~ Planning is underway for the Advent Service on the evening of November 29th. A special choir of more than 15 people is being assembled. This will be a great event, so please start planning who you will invite. We are looking for a pool of drivers to give rides to people who prefer not to drive at night. Please talk to Ryan if you are able to drive.

~ The Craft Group will be meeting this coming Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the church. We will be working on plastic mesh embroidery for coasters and other crafts items. Everyone is welcome.

~ Thank you so much from Rick and Lynn Rancourt for all the help and kitchen gifts which made us feel so welcome to Lakeview Cottage. We are so grateful!

Bulletin for October 18th, 2009

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Announcements for September 27th, 2009

September 25, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ Adult Sunday School began today at 10:00 a.m. Bible character studies will be the focus. They were a lot like us!! Speak to Rick Downe for more information.

~ For our special music today we welcome the combined voices of the Northern Baptist Boys and the Northern Baptist Girls. The message is contained in Matthew 19:25! Look it up!

~ Parenting Seminar (Friday evening – Saturday morning) October 2 – 3rd at First Church of the Nazarene. See Bulletin Board for more information.

~ College and Career Golf Day – Saturday, October 3rd at Mount Doug Golf Course – 4225 Blenkinsop. Tee-off time is 9:30 a.m. Please speak to Dale Armstrong for more information.

~ Thanks to all those who have participated in the “house shower” for Rick and Lynn Rancourt. Today is the last day to bring in your items. Any questions, please speak to Carol Biggs.

~ Les Biggs will be on Sabbatical from October 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. See Literature Table for more information. During the Sabbatical, Ryan Johnston will be in the Church Office on Fridays.

~ THANKSGIVING SUNDAY is October 11th. The theme for our display this year is Thankfulness for our Church Family.  To further this theme, you are invited to bring a picture (5×7 or larger if at all possible) of you (and your family) and it will be incorporated into the display.  Thanks.

Bulletin for September 27th

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Announcements for September 19th, 2009

September 19, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ For our special music today we welcome a return visit by Bernard Lambrechts. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us.

~ Next Sunday the Northern Baptist Boys and the Northern Baptist Girls will join voices and sing the message contained In Matthew 19: 25!

~ A vote of thanks to the Social Committee for organizing a great Corn Roast again last week! Not only was the corn fantastic, but so was the weather!

~ Adult Sunday School will begin next Sunday, September 27th at 10:00 a.m. Bible character studies will be the focus. They were a lot like us!! Speak to Rick Downe for more information.

~ Brian Doerksen will be in concert in Victoria at Glad Tidings Church on Saturday, September 26th. Tickets $20 – Advance; $25 At the Door.

~ This building will be in use on Tuesday and Thursday evenings this fall. Please check with Ryan Johnston or Adriana Hatton for details.

~ Parenting Seminar (Friday evening – Saturday morning) October 2 – 3rd at First Church of the Nazarene. See Bulletin Board for more information.

~ College and Career Golf Day – Saturday, October 2nd at Mount Doug Golf Course – 4225 Blenkinsop. Tee-off time is 9:30 a.m. Please speak to Dale Armstrong for more information.

~ Thanks to all those who are participating in the “house shower” for Rick and Lynn Rancourt. If you have already agreed to bring something, please bring it by September 27th. If you would like to give a shower item, but have not yet decided what to bring, please speak to Carol Biggs.

~ Les Biggs will be on Sabbatical from October 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009. See Literature Table for more information.

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Announcements for September 13th, 2009

September 13, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ Our Annual Corn Roast is today! Lunch will consist of corn and hot dogs, with ice cream for dessert. Everyone is welcome! Please bring lawn chairs or a blanket to sit on.

~ Adult Sunday School will begin on Sunday, September 27th at 10:00 a.m. Bible character studies will be the focus. They were a lot like us!!

~ Gathering For Prayer on Wednesday, September 16th from 7:00 – 800 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This is another opportunity to seek God’s guidance!

~ Brian Doerksen will be in concert in Victoria at Glad Tidings Church on Saturday, September 26th. Tickets $20. Advance/$25 At the Door.

~ “Getting on with Life” presents “Loving Choices – A Growing Experience for Singles” and “Rebuilders – Divorce Recovery Program”. See Literature Table for information.

~ This building will be in use on Tuesday and Thursday evenings this fall. Please check with Ryan Johnston or Adriana Hatton for details.

~ Parenting Seminar (Friday evening – Saturday morning) October 2 – 3rd at First Church of the Nazarene. See Bulletin Board for more information.

~ Spiritual Health Services of the Royal Jubilee and Victoria General Hospitals are offering a training course for those who would like to become a spiritual care volunteer. See Literature Table for more information.

~ Adrian Plass and Glen Soderholm will be performing at Lambrick Park Church on Friday, November 6th. Advance tickets before October 5th are only $10. (See Bulletin Board)

~ The Craft Group will be starting up again with the first meeting at the church this coming Tuesday, September 15th, at 1:30 p.m. We will be making fun little hostess gifts. Everyone is welcome!

~ Thanks to all those who are participating in the “house shower” for Rick and Lynn Rancourt. If you have already agreed to bring something, please bring it by September 27th. If you would like to give a shower item, but have not yet decided what to bring, please speak to Carol Biggs.

September 13th Bulletin, 2009

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Announcements for March 22nd, 2009

March 20, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ An Adult Sunday School class happens each Sunday at 10:00 a.m. This class focuses on learning ways to get rid of those defective thought patterns that mess up your experience of God and life. The book, which forms the basis of the discussion, is “Telling Yourself the Truth” by William Backus and Marie Chapian.

~ Ryan Johnston will be giving the morning sermon today… the last in the “Conversation Series”.

~ Thanks to the Social Committee for organizing the St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon last week.

~ The CBWC Annual Assembly will be held April 23 – 26, 2009, in Banff, Alberta. The speaker for the Assembly is Mark Buchanan and the music ministry is by “Krystaal”. Would you like to be a delegate? See Les Biggs.

~ The VIA Annual Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4th, 2009 at the Forge Church.

~ Small Groups are a regular part of life at Elk Lake Baptist with a number of groups meeting regularly. New groups are started as leaders and interested people become available. If you are interested in being part of a small group, please see Les Biggs.

~ The Custodian position is open as of April 1st. This position is 3 hours per week, plus 1 – 2 hours per month for the hall in the lower building. This is an hourly paid position. Please submit a written application to the Chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, George Cooper.

~ A new 3-hour per week paid Administrative/Secretarial position has been approved by the Deacons and included in our 2009 budget. This position will focus on administrative tasks important for the life of the church and currently not receiving full attention. If interested, please submit a resume to our Moderator, Greg Hatton. Adriana Hatton will be continuing in her role as Office Secretary.

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Announcements for March 15, 2008

March 15, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ An Adult Sunday School class happens each Sunday at 10:00 a.m. This class focuses on learning ways to get rid of those defective thought patterns that mess up your experience of God and life. The book, which forms the basis of the discussion, is “Telling Yourself the Truth” by William Backus and Marie Chapian.

~ Today is our “St. Patrick’s Day” luncheon right after the service. It will consist of four kinds of homemade soup, rolls and home-baked pies and is sponsored by the Social Committee at no cost to you, so even if you are a first-time visitor, or just weren’t sure yet last week if you would be able to attend, do stay and join us for good food and fellowship. You’ll be glad you did and so will we!

~ The CBWC Annual Assembly will be held April 23 – 26, 2009, In Banff, Alberta. The speaker for the Assembly is Mark Buchanan and the music ministry is by “Krystaal”. Would you like to be a delegate? See Les Biggs.

~ The VIA Annual Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4th, 2009 at the Forge Church.

~ The Custodian position is open as of April 1st. This position is 3 hours per week, plus 1 – 2 hours per month for the hall in the lower building. This is an hourly paid position. Please submit a written application to the Chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, George Cooper.

~ A new 3-hour per week paid Administrative/Secretarial position has been approved by the Deacons and included in our 2009 budget. This position will focus on administrative tasks important for the life of the church and currently not receiving full attention. If interested, please submit a resume to our Moderator, Greg Hatton. Adriana Hatton will be continuing in her role as Office Secretary.

~ This Thursday, at 7:00 p.m., Glenn Rabuka will be presenting a “Liability and Risk Management Seminar for people in our church. If you are interested, please speak to Les Biggs or Ryan Johnston.

~ Carey Theological College offers a new degree – a Master of Divinity. This degree is described as practical, accessible and missional.

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Announcements for March 8th, 2009

March 6, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ An Adult Sunday School class happens each Sunday at 10:00 a.m. This class focuses on learning ways to get rid of those defective thought patterns that mess up your experience of God and life. The book, which forms the basis of the discussion, is “Telling Yourself the Truth” by William Backus and Marie Chapian.

~ Next Sunday, March 15th, we will have a St. Patrick’s Day luncheon right after the service. It will consist of four kinds of homemade soup, rolls and home-baked pies and is sponsored by the Social Committee at no cost to you, so do come out and join us for good food and fellowship. There is a Sign-Up sheet on the Bulletin Board so please sign in if you plan to attend so the ladies know how much soup to make or if you can bring a home-made pie. See you there!

~ The CBWC Annual Assembly will be held April 23 – 26, 2009, In Banff, Alberta. The speaker for the Assembly is Mark Buchanan and the music ministry is by “Krystaal”. Would you like to be a delegate? See Les Biggs.

~ Baptist Women will welcome guest speaker Donna Forster on Wednesday, March 11th at 10:00 a.m. at the Church. Donna will be speaking on the topic of “Canadian Public Policy on Prostitution and Brothels”. Please feel free to join us if you are interested.

~ The VIA Annual Meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 4th, 2009 at the Forge Church.

~ The Custodian position is open as of April 1st. This position is 3 hours per week, plus 1 – 2 hours per month for the hall in the lower building. This is an hourly paid position. Please submit a written application to the Chair of the Building and Grounds Committee, George Cooper.

~ SING! WITH THE 3 CHRISTIAN TENORS! COMING TO VICTORIA MARCH 15TH! Celebrating the great hymns of our Christian faith… One show only March 15th, 2009! Don’t miss these tenors with a testimony:  Shane Wiebe - Abbotsford’s beloved tenor and Canadian Idol Top 5 finalist,   Jason Catron – Crystal Cathedral’s Hour of Power featured tenor and Mark David Williams – miracle tenor, also as heard on Hour of Power – singing and leading you in the great old hymns you grew up on and still love to sing……How Great Thou Art, Blessed Assurance, It is Well with my Soul, and many more……as well as performing for you some of their favorite songs…. SPECIAL GROUP RATES FOR ALL CHURCHES! Group sales, please call 250-592-0147. Individual tickets on sale at McPherson Box office; online@rmts.bc.ca or by phone 250-386-6121.

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Announcements for Feb 22nd, 2009

February 20, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ Women’s Event at Emmanuel Baptist Church: The Hazel Merritt Mission Group invites you to attend an evening with Dorothy Sowden as the guest speaker on Monday, March 2nd at 7:00 p.m. Come and also hear current CBM news. See Poster in foyer.

~ On Sunday, March 15th, we will have a luncheon right after the service consisting of homemade soup, rolls and home-baked pies. Who could resist that? This is sponsored by the Social Committee at no cost to you, so hold that date open and do come out and join us for good food and fellowship.

~ An Adult Sunday School class began last Sunday at 10:00 a.m. This class will focus on learning ways to get rid of those defective thought patterns that mess up your experience of God and life. The book, which forms the basis of the discussion, is “Telling Yourself the Truth” by William Backus and Marie Chapian.

~ A new group is meeting during the sermon time. In addition to the Nursery Group (age 0 – 3), Adventure Time (age 4 – 9), there will be the ‘Tween Team (age 10 and up). Lenore Archdekin and Ryan Ellis are giving leadership to this group.

~ Wednesday, February 25, 7:00 pm OPEN CINEMA will spotlight the issues related to homelessness in Victoria. This event will feature the award-winning National Film Board of Canada documentary Carts of Darkness and a short video by Rose Henry, followed by open forum discussion with Victoria Mayor Dean Fortin, Rev. Al Tysick, Rose Henry, Levi Vandorn and moderated by Dvora Levin. Tracey Friesen, NFB Pacific & Yukon Centre Executive Producer will also be in attendance. Located at Victoria Event Centre, 1415 Broad St, 2nd Floor (NEW elevator access!). Suggested donation $10.

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Announcements for Feb 15th, 2009

February 17, 2009 in Announcements by Jeff | No comments

~ We welcome Gordon King, Director of the Sharing Way, to our service this morning. Gordon will be giving us an update on the work of The Sharing Way with some biblical reflection.

~ February is Stewardship Month at Elk Lake Baptist. Please reflect on the Stewardship in an Economic Crisis insert and your own stewardship attitudes and practices. Stewardship Month is sponsored by the Finance Committee. Thanks to Graham Hickling for his work on the inserts.

~ An Adult Sunday School class began today at 10:00 a.m. This class will focus on learning ways to get rid of those defective thought patterns that mess up your experience of God and life. The book, which forms the basis of the discussion, is “Telling Yourself the Truth” by William Backus and Marie Chapian.

~ Our “Thirst for Justice” Missional Group has a display in the foyer on water issues, locally and globally. You are invited to stop by and gain some perspectives on this increasingly critical issue. Thanks to Wendy Wagemaker for putting this together.

~ Lu Funk has the 2008 Income Tax Receipts available today.

~ Cridge Seniors Centre – assisted living space available. Call Steve Baird at (250) 220-2301 for more information.

~ This coming week (February 16 – 20th) Les Biggs will be away attending a class at Carey Theological College. For pastoral care issues, please contact Ryan Johnston; for other church issues, please contact Greg Hatton.

~ A new group is meeting during the sermon time, the ‘Tween Team. In addition to the Nursery Group (age 0 – 3), Adventure Time (age 4 – 9), there will be the ‘Tween Team (age 10 and up). Lenore Archdekin and Ryan Ellis are giving leadership to this group.

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