Archive for May, 2009
The Leadership Summit
Published on Saturday, May 16th, 2009Hosted in Calgary at First Alliance Church
What began as a compelling vision for courageous leadership in the local church has caught fire adn spread to God-honoring leaders around the world, hungry to be developed and challenged. August 6-7, 2009 , leaders in over 140 locations across North America will join together live via satellite to stretch their thinking and connect with other local influencers, all for the sake of their communities.
Serve Day
Published on Saturday, May 16th, 2009Serve Day
Serve Day is an exciting day set aside to reach into our community and share the love of Jesus in practical ways. We team up with groups from our congregation and 7 other churches in South Calgary to make a big impact.
Important note: We WILL NOT be having a Sunday morning service (adults or Journey Kids) at the school on this day. We hope everyone will participate and set aside this time to make their service into the community, their Sunday morning meeting with God, others and the world.
How can you participate?
1. Submit projects.
2. Sign up for projects via the website.
3. Be there on June 28, 2009.
4. Attend the finale wrap up BBQ.
For more information, contact Tina Cassidy (TinaCassidy@purposewithin.com), Stacey Sparshu (Stacey@journeychurch.ca), or the Serve Day website (www.serveday.ca).
Soccer League
Published on Saturday, May 16th, 2009Calgary Church of Christ is looking for interested players.
June 1- Aug 19 Games on Mondays or wednesdays
If interested contact Andy Williams at 403-289-0489
Journey Kids Day Camp
Published on Tuesday, May 5th, 2009Crocodile Dock
Where Fearless Kids Shine God’s Light
July 20-24
Journey Kids is excited to host a Crocodile Dock Day Camp this summer.
Contact Stacey Sparshu, Children’s Minister, for more information.
403-464-8300
Stacey@journeychurch.ca
We invite you to Come Home- Ladies’ Retreat
Published on Tuesday, May 5th, 2009For this world is not our home… Hebrews 13
Ladies Retreat
June 12-13, 2009
Pine Lake, AB
Cost: $60 preregistration by June 1
$80 after June 1 $40 for Sat. only
To Register: plccladiesretreat2009@yahoo.ca
or call Bow Valley Christian Church 403-286-5300
Operations Give-A-Bag
Published on Tuesday, May 5th, 2009What is Operations Give-A-Bag?
the purpise of Operations Give-A-Bag is to probide 600 children in flood affected areas in Suriname with new backpacks filled with basic school supplies. These backpacks should help create an environment of being like “all the other kids in Suriname” and will give the students the opportunity to succeed in school. The toys will be donated to the paediatric units of the four main hospitals.
How can you help?
You can help in a number of ways:
- Purchase a new backpack with or without supplies
- Purchase cotton boys or girls pajamas
- Purchase Kindergarten toys
- Donation for shipping
List of supplies:
pencils/crayons notebooks
rulers colouring books
glue sticks pencil cases
plastic folders sneakers
erasers boys cotton pajamas age 4 to 12
pencil sharpeners girls cotton pajamas age 4 to 12
pens- black/ red ink
List of toys:
stuffed animals/dolls
cars/trucks
educational toys/puzzles
Bruno and Laurie Marsili in the Ukraine
Published on Tuesday, May 5th, 2009Contact Information:
Prayer Requests:
- To be guided and used by God.
- For health and safety.
- For all financial needs to be met.
- To learn language and culture quickly and well.
To donate online go to www.ambrose.edu/giving
Under “Please designate my gift to” select onSite and enter Bruno’s name.
Thinking about getting married? Don’t forget The MAP!
Published on Tuesday, May 5th, 2009What? A Unique marriage preparation program combining effective Bible-based counseling with interactive outdoor adventures. The basic goals of the program are to:
- Provide excellent, Biblically-based pre-marriage and general counseling
- Provide fun, challenging, safe and purposeful outdoor adventures that will promote good communication, cooperation, patience, understanding, teamwork, perseverance, encouragement, support and sucess
- Provide an environment to foster effective learning and growth in a relaxing and inspiring place, away from distractions, where God can also speak through his creation
Where? Frontier Lodge in the amazing Rocky Mountains near Nordegg, Alberta
When? See www.frontierlodge.ca/map for the schedule of upcoming MAP weekends
Who? For engaged or “pre-engaged” couples who want to get the best start they can on the marriage journey. There is a maximum capacity of 12 couples per weekend.
How Much? $245/person (includes food, lodging, counseling and programming)
Phone: 403-721-2202
Fax: 403-721-2204
Email: frontier@frontierlodge.ca
Web: www.frontierlodge.ca