| August
10, 2008 | | 
New to ClearView Church? Find out what you can expect
at our Sunday services.
| 10:00
AM -- Worship Service
How Do You Get God on your side? This morning Pastor
Henry Wildeboer will be sharing the Word with us and helping us find the answer
to this question. May our hearts become fertile ground that the Word may take
root, grow and multiply. | Church
Family Announcements Esther
The
book of Esther is one that is captivating and filled with many twists and turns,
happy and fearful moments, dangerous and deadly outcomes. Faith Alive has developed
a pilot study on the book of Esther, designed for a ‘younger generation’ of women
specifically. If anyone is interested in become a test group for this 6 week study
(day or evening), please contact Jacqui Cornelisse for more information. Senior
Circle Coffee Social
All are welcome this Wednesday, August 13th (10—11:30)
at John & Grace Wildeboer ‘s residence. Please bring a mug and a chair. Connections
Newsletter
The CONNECTIONS magazine will be back in September. Please
submit your articles by August 25. What
to Do, What to Do?
Are you wondering how you can serve or serve in a different
way beginning now or in the fall? Are you new to ClearView or have you been here
a few years and feel like you just are not fitting in. I would love to sit down
with you and discuss what would be the best fit for your spiritual gifts, personality
style and passion. I will make myself available this coming week, day or evening
as well as the weeks following my return from vacation (August 12th). Please call
ahead for an appointment. Jacqui Cornelisse – Ministries & Outreach Coordinator
– 905-829-2242 ext. 226 Sea to
Sea Bike Tour - Week 6
Pray for endurance and a tailwind for riders as
they face three 100-plus mile rides in a row this week. Pray for endurance and
relief for those who suffer the unrelenting and unforgiving effects of poverty
every day. Please pray for the safe return of our church family members who are
traveling on vacation. Order of Canada
Much
concern has been expressed with Dr. Morgantaler’s appointment to this, the highest
honour that a civilian can receive. The Canadian Ministries Office of the Christian
Reformed Church commends the resources of the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada
on this issue. Concerned Christian Reformed Church members and affiliates are
encouraged to learn and act by visiting: www.evangelicalfellowship.ca
or call 613-233-9868. There is also a package of materials available at the Welcome
Desk for those who wish to learn more or take action in writing to the Governor
General, Prime Minister and/or their Member of Parliament.
| ClearView
Youth Ministries SERVE
Thank
you for your prayers for Pastor John and six youth who were away on SERVE. We
look forward to sharing our stories with you soon. "I'm
going to University"
This Wednesday at 7:30 we are meeting at Pastor
John’s house. You will hear from recent students that started University last
year about their experience and be able to ask them questions. You’ll also be
able to hang out together before you are off for a new and exciting experience.
See you then. Opportunity to serve
for youth and families
On Thursday August 28 we will be serving a BBQ dinner
at KERR ST. These dinners are always a lot of fun to do and a great way to model
serving to your kids. If you are interested and available to serve please tell
Pastor John. |
| Offerings As
a church we want to give back to God’s work so we schedule a time for this in
our services. If you are our guest, you are welcome to participate, but do not
feel obligated. Offering
for this Sunday (August
10):
Christian Reformed Pastor Church Relations (PCR)
This
ministry provides programs of "eahling and prevention" for ministers,
staff, council and congregations. Funds allow PCR to provide services to congregations
whose resources may be diminished. Offering
for next Sunday (August 17):
The Lighthouse
Deeply involved with
refugee assistance and settlement. The Lighthouse continues to be a beacon of
God's love and compassion to those who are new to Canada. |
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