WHAT'S HAPPENING As Of September 18, 2009

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Kenn Zuk for his musical contribution through August.

PASTORAL VISITING WORKSHOP: Saturday Sept. 26, 2009 at St Andrew's from 10:00 am to noon. Presented by Martha Fish. No Charge — Please Pre-Register @ 368-5581 or 362-9022. To develop comfort in visiting fellow parishioners in a variety of circumstances, with a focus on the elderly. We will learn and practice effective communication styles, learn to recognize and respond appropriately to situations where communication is difficult and develop/strengthen an ongoing network of supportive visitors.

AT HOME WITH GOD: Friends of Taize Guided Weekend Retreat. October 16-18 @ Marywood Retreat Centre—Cranbrook. The weekend will include: Input, Taize changes, Quiet Prayer & Group Sharing. For further information, please call Marywood at 250-426-8117 or email marywoodretreats@shaw.ca.

FOOD BANK NOTICE: There were over 60 families at the Food Bank this past week. And so, the cupboards are very bare again! The next Food Bank will be held Tuesday, October 13th. The team would appreciate donations of fruit, vegetables and proteins. A special request has been extended for treats for the children: cookies, chocolate bars, juices, etc. Thanks to the Parish for Ongoing Support!!

REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE FROM ALTAR GUILD: Altar Guild would appreciate donations of produce, flowers, etc. for Harvest Sunday, October 11th. Please deliver to the church on Saturday morning, Oct 10th @ 10 am……..and then we encourage you to stay and help decorate!!

FALL GARDEN TIDY-UP: Are there any folks willing to help tidy up the Lord’s garden? Please contact Lesley @ 368-5123 to maybe group together to accomplish the task!

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of September 11:

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all those who assisted at Summer Services!

A BIG THANK YOU FROM EDITH PITMAN: to all those who donated things to restock the kitchen…...Thank you, it was greatly appreciated and will make hosting lunches, dinners, etc. much easier!

PLEASE NOTE: Sunday school begins on the 13th!

PASTORAL VISITING WORKSHOP: Saturday Sept. 26, 2009 at St Andrew's from 10:00 to 12:00 am. Presented by Martha Fish. No Charge—Please Pre-Register @ 368-5581 or 362-9022. To develop comfort in visiting fellow parishioners in a variety of circumstances, with a focus on the elderly. We will learn and practice effective communication styles, learn to recognize and respond appropriately to situations where communication is difficult and develop/strengthen an ongoing network of supportive visitors.

AT HOME WITH GOD: Friends of Taize Guided Weekend Retreat, October 16-18 @ Marywood Retreat Centre—Cranbrook. The weekend will include: Input, Taize changes, Quiet Prayer & Group Sharing. For further information, please call Marywood at 250-426-8117 or email marywoodretreats@shaw.ca

MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST SCHEDULE: The list and schedule are ready for pick-up in the Narthex. If you are unable to attend when scheduled, please arrange for a replacement and let Patty know prior to the service. If you are interested in assisting in services, please speak to Canon Neil.

FOOD BANK NOTICE: There were over 60 families at the Food Bank this past week. And so, the cupboards are very bare again! The next Food Bank will be held Tuesday, October 13th. The team would appreciate donations of fruit, vegetables and proteins. A special request has been extended for treats for the children: cookies, chocolate bars, juices, etc. Thanks to the Parish for Ongoing Support!!


DATES
Tue Sept 15.....10:30am Poplar Ridge Service
................1:15 pm Finance Committee Meeting
................3:15 pm Worship Committee Meeting
Wed Sept 16.....10:00am Wednesday Morning Eucharist begins
................2:00 pm Chateau Manor Service
................7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Sept 17....10:30am Rosewood Service
Fri Sept 18.....9:00 am Contemporary Choir practice
Sun Sept 20.....3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue Sept 22.....7:00 pm Kootenay Regional Meeting
Fri Sept 25.....9:00 am Contemporary Choir practice
Sat Sept 26.....10:00am Pastoral Visiting Workshop

Readings for Pentecost 16: Proverbs 31: 10-31; Psalm 1; James 3: 13-4:3, 7-8; Mark 9: 30-37.
Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

Office Hours: Tues—Thurs, 9:00—noon

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of September 4:

LOST & FOUND: There was a rectangular pendent found at Pass Creek at the end of our gathering. It was left on the altar. If this is your item please contact St. Saviour’s at stsaviours@netidea.com or 250 352-5711 and identify it.

DATES
Wed Sept 9.......Office Closed
Thur Sept 10.....1:00 pm Choir Practice
Sun Sept 13th....8 & 10 am Welcome Back Sunday
Tue Sept 5.......10:30am Poplar Ridge Service
.................1:15pm Finance Committee Meeting
Wed Sept 16......10:00 Wednesday Morning Eucharist begins
.................7:00 Church Committee Meeting
Thur Sept 17.....10:30 Rosewood Service
.................2:45 Chateau Manor Service
Fri Sept 18......9:00 Contemporary Choir practice
Sun Sept 20......3:15 Columbia View Service
Tue Sept 22......7:00 Kootenay Regional Meeting
Fri Sept 25......9:00 Contemporary Choir practice
Sat Sept 26......Listening Workshop (more info to follow)

Office Hours: Tues—Thurs, 9:00—noon
Canon Neil will be away at the Regional Deans Meeting Sept 8—10

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of August 26:

Dates
Tue, Sept 1....3:15 Worship Committee Meeting
Wed, Sept 2....Office Closed
Wed, Sept 9....Office Closed
Thur, Sept 10..1:00 Choir Practice
Sun, Sept 13th.8 & 10 am—Welcome Back Sunday
Tue, Sept 5....10:30 Poplar Ridge Service
...............1:15 Finance Committee Meeting
Wed, Sept 16...10:00 Wednesday Morning Eucharist begins
...............7:00 Church Committee Meeting
Thur, Sept 17..10:30 Rosewood Service
...............2:45 Chateau Manor Service
Sun, Sept 20...3:15 Columbia View Service
Tue, Sept 22...7:00 Kootenay Regional Meeting

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of August 11 2009

Summer Happenings!

Fri/Sat—Aug 28, 29 Regional Gathering @ Pass Creek. See Bulletin Board.
Sun, Sept 13th 8 & 10 am — Welcome Back Sunday

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of July 28 2009

FOOD BANK REQUEST: Donations of fresh produce from the garden would be appreciated for the August 11th Food Bank, thanks!

Summer Happenings!

Sun. Aug 2nd: 4 pm Canon Neil & Lesley’s Landing Party @ Warfield Village Hall—BBQ potluck
Sat. Aug 15th: Family Day @ Sibbald’s Cabin (RSVP to Canon Neil)Christina Lake
Fri/Sat Aug 28, 29 Regional Gathering @ Pass Creek - See Bulletin Board
Sun, Sept 13th 8 & 10 am—Welcome Back Sunday

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of June 11

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We pray for Canon Neil & Lesley as they travel to England.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all those who helped make the Garden Party a fun day!

DATES
Wed Jun 17...Wednesday Services cancelled for Summer
.............Care Homes Cancelled for June
Sun Jun 28...9:00 am Summer Services start

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Canon Neil will be away from the office until July 3rd. Please contact Rev. Liz Ruder @ 250-687-1694 in case of pastoral emergency.

Readings for Pentecost 3: 1Samuel 17: 32-49; Psalm 9: 9-20; 11Corinthians 6: 1-13; Mark 4: 35-41. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of May 28

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We pray that we might revive our connection with God through the Holy Spirit.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to our Contemporary Music Team! Ellen & Fletsch Ferguson, Jenni Sirges & Jeri Woods.

A NOTE FROM PEGGY: Thank you to all who contribute to the Ferraro Food slip program. From Jan 1st until May 15th, 2009 we have collected $100,000 in food slip receipts so—this has enable us to use $100.00 in cash certificates from Ferraro’s for our parish projects!

GARDEN PARTY—Sat. June 6. Grand Opening of the Renovated Garden! Strawberry Tea - Bottle Stall - Plant Sale - Bake Sale - Garden Advice - Book Stall - Games of Skill. Rita will be handling the Bottle Stall. A box will be placed in the Narthex for contributions. We’d appreciate baking for the Bake Sale & plants for the Plant Sale…... to be brought to the church 9:00 am Saturday morning. The Strawberry Tea will begin following the official opening of the Lord’s Garden at noon. Edith P. is organizing teams to ensure the success of the tea. Volunteers are needed. Please Sign-Up in Narthex.

MEMORIAL HYMN SING – A CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Grand Forks BC, Sunday, June 7th 2009 – 7:00 p.m.

DATES
Sun May 31...4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service @ St. David’s
Wed Jun 3....4:15 pm Garden Party meeting
Sat Jun 6....12—3 pm Garden Party & Strawberry Tea
Sun Jun 7....after 10 am Strawberry Sundae Sunday
Sun Jun 7....3:15 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Sun Jun 14...10:00 am Baptism—Boden Waley
.............Sunday School Awards
Wed Jun 17...Wednesday Services cancelled for summer
Sun Jun 28...3:15 pm Columbia View Service

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Trinity Sunday: Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalm 29; Romans 8: 12-17; John 3: 1-17. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of May 21

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We pray for the Diocesan staff; recovering from Synod.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to our Pastor Visitor’s Team - Carol W, Laurie I, Beth T, Doreen G, Pat M, Gloria S.

GARDEN PARTY—SAT. JUNE 6: Grand Opening of the Renovated Garden! Strawberry Tea, Bottle Stall, Plant Sale, Bake Sale, Garden Advice, Book Stall, Games of Skill! Rita will be handling the Bottle Stall. A box will be placed in the Narthex for contributions. We’d appreciate baking for the Bake Sale & plants for the Plant Sale…... to be brought to the church 9:00 am Saturday morning. The Strawberry Tea will begin following the official opening of the Lord’s Garden at noon. Edith P is organizing teams to ensure the success of the tea. Volunteers are needed!

DATES
Tue May 26....10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
..............1:15 pm Finance Meeting
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed May 27....7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun May 31....10:00 am St. Andrews Pentecost — 1 Service Only
..............4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service @ St. David’s
Sat Jun 6.....12—3 pm Garden Party & Strawberry Tea
Sun Jun 7.....3:15 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Sun Jun 14....10:00 am Baptism—Boden Waley
Wed Jun 17....Wednesday Services cancelled for summer
Sun Jun 28....3:15 pm Columbia View Service

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for the Day of Pentecost: Acts 2: 1-21; Psalm 104: 24-34, 35b; Romans 8: 22-27; John 15: 26-27; 16: 4b-15. Musicians: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING As Of May 14

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We pray for our Synod

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Jo W. & Joyce H. for their continuing work on our archives!

CHECK OUT THE LORD’S BEAUTIFUL GARDEN! As you can see the plants have arrived and been placed! Everything is in but the Ivory Silk Lilac tree. ….With many thanks to those who made financial gifts and those who assisted in the creation…..

KITCHEN WISH LIST: The kitchen wish list posted on the bulletin board is still empty! We’ve received a few items but many more are needed so the Mission and Service team don’t have to bring kitchenware from home!. Would you consider donating one of the items needed? It should be new or nearly new. There are also copies of the list in the Narthex for your convenience. Please sign-up or contact Edith P. for information

DATES
May 15-17......Synod
Sun May 17.....3:30 pm Columbia View Service Cancelled
Tue May 19.....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
...............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Martha Fish’s
Wed May 20.....7:00 pm Trail Bible study @ Beth T’s
Thur May 21....10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue May 26.....1:15 pm Finance Meeting
...............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed May 27.....7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun May 31.....10:00 am St. Andrews Pentecost — 1 Service Only
...............4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service, St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Easter 7: Acts 1: 15-17, 21-26; Psalm 1; 1John 5: 9-13; John 17: 6-19. Musicians: Fletsch, Ellen, Canon Neil, Jeri, Jenni

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of May 8 2009

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We pray for our synod delegates as they prepare for synod.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all those who helped tidy the Lord’s Garden!

KITCHEN WISH LIST : The kitchen wish list posted on the bulletin board is still empty! Would you consider donating one of the items needed? It should be new or nearly new. There are also copies in the Narthex available for your convenience. Please sign-up or contact Edith P. for information.

GARDEN PROJECT—FINAL PUSH FOR FUNDING: "The good news is, we have all the funds we need to complete our garden project; the bad news is, some of it is still in our wallets!" As you can see the plants have arrived! Thanks to those who have made a gift to the garden fund! Here's a gentle reminder to those who have not yet returned the garden card envelopes or who would like to contribute to completion of the project….

EFM—OPEN EVENING: EFM has an open evening on Thursday May 14th. It's an opportunity for anyone who is interested in doing EFM and would like to see what it entails without making any commitment. It is at Castlegar from 6.30 - 9pm during which we have refreshments. Otherwise just come for half a session or on another evening when it might be more convenient. Please speak to Beth, Richard, Michael or Lesley if you have any queries or would like to go.

DATES
Tue May 12....10:45 am Food Bank
Wed May 13....4:00 pm Garden fête meeting
May 15-17.....Synod
Sun May 17....3:30 pm Columbia View Service CANCELLED
Tue May 19....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
Wed May 20....7:00 pm Trail Bible study @ Beth T’s
Thur May 21...10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue May 26....1:15 pm Finance Meeting
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed May 27....7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun May 31....10:00 am St. AndrewsPentecost—ONE SERVICE ONLY
..............4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Svc @ St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Easter 6: Acts 10: 44-48; Psalm 98; 1John 5: 1-6; John 15: 9-17. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of April 30 2009

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We pray for Laurie as he recovers.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Jean, Gayle, Hazel and the funeral teams!

KITCHEN WISH LIST FOR YOU TO CONSIDER: There is a kitchen wish list posted on the bulletin board. Items donated should be new or nearly new. There are also copies in the Narthex available for your convenience. Please sign-up or contact Edith P. for information

GARDEN PROJECT—FINAL PUSH: "The good news is, we have all the funds we need to complete our garden project; the bad news is, it's still in our wallets!" Thanks to those of you who have made a gift to the garden fund. Exciting to know that our plants are soon to be available and ready for planting, however we still can't afford to finish our garden. Here's a gentle reminder to those of you needing a nudge or a round tuit: please help us complete this project before the summer heat.

EFM—OPEN EVENING: EFM has an open evening on Thursday May 14th. It's an opportunity for anyone who is interested in doing EFM and would like to see what it entails without making any commitment. It is at Castlegar from 6.30 - 9pm during which we have refreshments. Otherwise just come for half a session or on another evening when it might be more convenient. Please speak to Beth, Richard, Michael or Lesley if you have any queries or would like to go.

DATES
Tue May 12.....10:45 am Food Bank
May 15-17......Synod
Sun May 17.....3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue May 19.....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
Wed May 20.....7:00 pm Trail Bible study @ Beth T’s
Thur May 21....10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tues May 26....1:15 pm Finance Meeting
Sun May 31.....4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service at
....................St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Easter 5: Acts 8: 25-40; Psalm 22: 25-31; 1John 4: 7-21; John 15: 1-8. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING As Of April 23

PRAYER HOT SPOT: We give thanks for Audrey & Cliff’s 60 years together!

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Harvey & Len Pitman for fixing the front steps and to Harvey for the bell inspection!

KITCHEN WISH LIST: There is a kitchen wish list posted on the bulletin board. Items donated should be new or nearly new. Please sign-up or contact Edith P. for information

IMAGES OF SPIRITUALITY: The Path of Mystics and Prophets - Praying With Spiritual Leaders Through the Ages. Weekend Retreat—Yasodhara Ashram, May 1st to 3rd. For further information see poster on Narthex bulletin board, or contact Martha F. or Carol W.

DATES
Sun Apr 26....3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Apr 28....10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
..............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Irene M’s
Wed Apr 29....7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sat May 2.....1:00 pm Memorial Service for Pat Cross
Wed May 6.....7:00 pm Trail Bible study @ Beth T’s
Tue May 12....10:45 am Food Bank
May 15-17.....Synod
Sun May 17....3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue May 19....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
Thur May 21...10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sun May 31....4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service @ St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Easter 4: Acts 4: 5-12; Psalm 23; 1John 3: 16-24; John 10:-11-18. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of April 17

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for our School Board as they struggle to balance the budget.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Jill S. for organizing the Easter Egg Hunt!

KITCHEN WISH LIST: There is a kitchen wish list posted on the bulletin board. Items donated should be new or nearly new. Please sign-up or contact Edith P. for information

CELEBRATE: You Are Invited to the Celebration of Audrey & Cliff Dawson’s 60th Anniversary. Saturday, April 25th from 2-4pm In the Lower Hall.

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’, Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30 at St. John’s, Fruitvale. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$30. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis at 367-0145 or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

IMAGES OF SPIRITUALITY: The Path of Mystics and Prophets - Praying With Spiritual Leaders Through the Ages. Weekend Retreat—Yasodhara Ashram. May 1st to 3rd. For further information see poster on Narthex bulletin board, or contact Martha F. or Carol W.

FOOD BANK: Thanks to all for supporting our Food Bank. April 14th saw 45 families visit. We were able to offer a light lunch as well. Your financial donations allow Jennifer to shop for great bargains in order to prepare enough bags for families. If you’d prefer to donate food, please consider: tuna, salmon, Kraft dinner, juice/canned fruit, canned soup and soup noodles or canned veggies.

DATES
Tue Apr 21...1:00 pm Rossland Bible study @ Carroll M’s
.............1:15 pm Finance Meeting
.............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Apr 22...11:15 am Columbia View Service
.............7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Apr 23..10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sat Apr 25...2—4 pm Celebration of Audrey & Cliff D’s 60th!
Sun Apr 26...3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Apr 28...10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
Sat May 2....1:00 pm Memorial Service for Pat Cross
Sun May 31...4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service @ St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Easter 3: Acts 3: 12-19; Psalm 4; 1 John 3: 1-7; Luke 24: 326b-48. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of April 8

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for those of our church family in care homes.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to Nancy LeMoine, The Choir & Altar Guild for their preparations for Holy Week

EASTER EGG HUNT: There will be an Easter egg hunt in the church garden after the Easter Sunday service!

EASTER FLOWERS have been placed on the altar/peace table by:
Marj Armstrong in loving memory of Jim & Jimmy Armstrong / Bea & John Biddle
Audrey Dawson in memory of loved ones
Lesley & Neil Elliot in thanksgiving of loved ones
Pat Ferguson in memory of loved ones
Alison Gates in loving memory of Jean Gates
Laurie Ingersole in memory of loved ones
Irene McCormack in loving memory of Mark & Harold McCormack
Edith & Herm Pitman in memory of loved ones
Gloria Saprunoff in memory of loved ones
Linda Scoffham in loving memory of Mair & Jack Harrison
Truant, Pitman & Aitken families in memory of loved ones
Catherine & Douglas Wetmore in thanksgiving
Jean Ybema in loving memory of Douwe
The daffodils are in support of the work of the Canadian Cancer Society and Cancer survivors

KITCHEN WISH LIST: There is a kitchen wish list posted on the bulletin board. Items donated should be new or nearly new. Please sign-up or contact Edith P for information

EASTER FOOD BANK: A reminder that financial and food donations are needed for our Easter Food Bank. Please give donations only through the office or collection plate. The Easter Food Bank will be held Tuesday, April 14th. The need for this Community Outreach Ministry is growing! Extra volunteers would be appreciated—(for 9:30 arrival)

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’, Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30. At St. John’s Anglican Church in Fruitvale. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$30. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

IMAGES OF SPIRITUALITY: The Path of Mystics and Prophets - Praying With Spiritual Leaders Through the Ages. Weekend Retreat—Yasodhara Ashram May 1st to 3rd. For further information see poster on Narthex bulletin board or contact Martha F. or Carol W.

DATES
Tue Apr 14....10:45 am Food Bank
..............1:00 pm Rossland bible study at Linda S’s
..............Kootenay Music Festival—Tues thru Thurs
Wed Apr 15....10:00 am Service Cancelled
..............7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Shirley C’s
Thur Apr 16...Choir Practice cancelled
Tue Apr 21....1:15 pm Finance Meeting
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Apr 22....11:15 am Columbia View Service
..............7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Apr 23...10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sun Apr 26....3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Apr 28....10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
Sat May 2.....1:00 pm Memorial Service for Pat Cross
Sun May 31....4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service @
.................St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Easter 2: Acts 4: 32-35; Psalm 133; 1John 1: 1-2:2; John 20: 19-31. Musician: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of April 2 2009

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for Shane & Paula McIntyre & family

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to our Sunday School Teachers!

ALTAR GUILD REQUESTS FLOWER DONATIONS FOR EASTER: Please give donation to Nancy L., Gayle M. or Christina G. Place your name & “In Memory Of” in the Flower Book In The Narthex.

EASTER FOOD BANK: A Reminder that financial and food donations are needed for our Easter Food Bank. It will be held Tuesday, April 14th. The Need for this Community Outreach Ministry is Growing!

ASSISTANCE FOR SIMON & JUNO SHENSTONE: The home of Simon and Juno Shenstone caught fire and burned to the ground. Fortunately, they were not home at the time and so, unharmed. But, all their possessions were lost and the home was not insured. The diocesan family is offering prayer and support.
If you would like to make a donation to assist the Shenstones, you may send your gift to the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund at the Synod Office and in the memo line on the cheque write “Shenstone”. You will receive a receipt for the donation and the gift will be quickly forwarded.

ROSES AVAILABLE: Catherine Wetmore will have rose bushes available from her garden. Catherine will be doing a renovation on her rose bed and is happy to share the roses she is removing. Please contact her if you are interested.

READINGS FOR EASTER SUNDAY: Acts 10: 34-43; Psalm 118: 1-2, 14-24; 1Corinthian 15: 1-11; John 20: 1-18. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

MAUNDY THURSDAY AGAPE MEAL: April 9th @ 6:00 p.m. Please sign the attendance sheet in Narthex. Also sign-ups for:
Set-Up –Wed. Apr. 8th @ 4:00 p.m.
Veggie Prep –Thur. Apr. 9th @ noon
Supplying Bread & Wine
Tidy-Up

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’, Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30 at St. John’s Anglican Church, Fruitvale. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$25 Early Bird by April 12, or $30 after that. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis at 367-0145 or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

IMAGES OF SPIRITUALITY THE PATH OF MYSTICS AND PROPHETS: Praying With Spiritual Leaders Through the Ages. Weekend Retreat—Yasodhara Ashram May 1st to 3rd. For further information see poster on Narthex bulletin board. Contact Martha F. or Carol W.

DATES
Sun Apr 5...3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue Apr 7...10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Laura H’s
Thur Apr 9..10:30 am Rosewood Service
............6:00 pm Maundy Thursday Service
Fri Apr 10..10:00 am Stations of the Cross
Sun Apr 12..10:00 am Easter Sunday—One Service Only
Tue Apr 14..10:45 am Food Bank
............Kootenay Music Festival—Tuesday thru’ Thursday
Wed Apr 15..10:00 am Service Cancelled
............7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Shirley C’s
Thur Apr 16.Choir Practice cancelled
Tue Apr 21..1:15 pm Finance Meeting
............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Apr 22..11:15 am Columbia View Service
............7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Apr 23.10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sun Apr 26..3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Apr 28..10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
Sat May 2...1:00 pm Memorial Service for Pat Cross
Sun May 31..4:00 pm Regional Pentecost Service @ St. David’s

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of March 25 2009

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for our young families.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to our Finance Team: Richard, Christina, Jeri, Pat, Peggy, Gord.

MINISTERS OF THE EUCHARIST SCHEDULES (Apr-Jun) are Ready for Pick-Up - in the Narthex & Church Mailboxes.

ALTAR GUILD REQUESTS FLOWER DONATIONS FOR EASTER. Please give donation to Nancy L., Gayle M. or Christina G. Place your name & “In Memory Of” in the Flower Book In The Narthex.

ASSISTANCE FOR SIMON & JUNO SHENSTONE: The home of Simon and Juno Shenstone caught fire and burned to the ground. Fortunately, they were not home at the time and so, unharmed. But, all their possessions were lost and the home was not insured. The diocesan family is offering prayer and support.
If you would like to make a donation to assist the Shenstones, you may send your gift to the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund at the Synod Office and in the memo line on the cheque write “Shenstone”. You will receive a receipt for the donation and the gift will be quickly forwarded.

ROSES: Catherine Wetmore will have rose bushes available from her garden. Catherine will be doing a renovation on her rose bed and is happy to share the roses she is removing. Please contact her if you are interested.

Readings for Palm Sunday:
Liturgy of the Palms: Psalm 118: 1-2, 19-29; Mark 11: 1-11
Liturgy of the Passion: Isaiah 50: 4-9a; Psalm 31: 9-16; Philippians 2: 5-11; Mark 14: 1-15:47
Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

LENTEN STUDY—SPIRITUALITY TOOL KIT: Thursday @ 2:30 In the Church Sanctuary. 2 more sessions: March 26 and April 2nd.

MAUNDY THURSDAY AGAPE MEAL: April 9th @ 6:00 p.m. Please sign the attendance sheet in Narthex. Also sign-ups for:
Set-Up –Wed. Apr. 8th @ 4:00 p.m.
Veggie Prep –Thur. Apr. 9th @ noon
Supplying Bread & Wine
Tidy-Up

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’: Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30 at St. John’s Anglican Church, Fruitvale. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$25 Early Bird by April 12, or $30 after that. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis at 367-0145 or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

DATES
Tue Mar 31...10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting
.............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Laura H’s
Wed Apr 1....7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Nancy L’s
Sun Apr 5....3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue Apr 7....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
Thur Apr 9...10:30 am Rosewood Service
.............6:00 pm Maundy Thursday Service
Fri Apr 10...10:00 am Stations of the Cross
Sun Apr 12...10:00 am Easter Sunday—One Service Only
Tue Apr 14...10:45 am Food Bank
.............Kootenay Music Festival—Tuesday thru
..................Thursday
Wed Apr 15...7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Shirley C’s
Thur Apr 16..Choir Practice cancelled
Tue Apr 21...1:15 pm Finance Meeting
Wed Apr 22...11:15 am Columbia View Service
.............7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Apr 23..10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sun Apr 26...3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Apr 28...10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
Sat May 2....1:00 pm Memorial Service for Pat Cross

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of March 21:

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for our new church committee.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to everyone who serves on our sub-committees.

MAUNDY THURSDAY AGAPE MEAL: April 9th @ 6:00 p.m. Please sign the attendance sheet in Narthex. Also sign-ups for:
Set-Up – Wed., Apr. 8th @ 4:00 p.m.
Veggie Prep –Thur. Apr. 9th @ noon
Supplying Bread & Wine
Tidy-Up

LENTEN STUDY—SPIRITUALITY TOOL KIT: Thursdays @ 2:30 In the Church Sanctuary. 2 more sessions: March 26th & April 2

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’, Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30 at St. John’s Anglican Church, Fruitvale. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$25 Early Bird by April 12, or $30 after that. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis at 367-0145 or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

ASSISTANCE FOR SIMON & JUNO SHENSTONE: The home of Simon and Juno Shenstone caught fire and burned to the ground. Fortunately, they were not home at the time and so, unharmed. But, all their possessions were lost and the home was not insured. The diocesan family is offering prayer and support.
If you would like to make a donation to assist the Shenstones, you may send your gift to the Bishop’s Discretionary Fund at the Synod Office and in the memo line on the cheque write “Shenstone”. You will receive a receipt for the donation and the gift will be quickly forwarded.

ALTAR GUILD REQUESTS FLOWER DONATIONS FOR EASTER: Please give donation to Nancy L., Gayle M. or Christina G. Place your name & “In Memory Of” in the Flower Book In The Narthex.

SPECIAL FOOD BANK REQUEST: 65 recipients attended the recent Food Bank! Normally, we have approximately 35-40 visiting. This was by far the largest group we’ve served. We scrambled to find enough food for all. Thanks for your generous offerings last Sunday! Food and Financial Gifts are still needed to prepare for the next time (Tue., April 14th)

DATES
Tue Mar 24....1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Carroll M’s
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Tue Mar 31....10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting
..............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Laura H’s
Wed Apr 1.....7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Shepley’s, Montrose
Sun Apr 5.....3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue Apr 7.....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
Thur Apr 9....6:00 pm Maundy Thursday Service
Fri Apr 10....10:00 am Stations of the Cross
Sun Apr 12....10:00 am Easter Sunday—One Service Only
Tue Apr 14....10:45 am Food Bank
KOOTENAY MUSIC FESTIVAL—
.....TUESDAY APR 14 THRU THURSDAY APR 16
Thur Apr 16...Choir Practice cancelled
Wed Apr 22....11:15 am Columbia View Service
Thur Apr 23...10:30 am Rosewood Service
Sun Apr 26....3:30 Poplar Ridge Service

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for the Fifth Sunday in Lent: Jeremiah 31: 31-34; Psalm 51: 1-12; Hebrews 5: 5-10; John 12: 20-33. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING As Of March 11 2009:

SPECIAL APPEAL FROM OUR FOOD BANK: Yesterday, we had 65 people visit. The usual number is 35-40, so this large number was unexpected. We scrambled to gather enough food for everyone. Consequently the cupboards are empty, empty! The next Food Bank is April 14th. Your gifts of food and finances are much needed, please!

LENTEN STUDY—SPIRITUALITY TOOL KIT: Thursdays @ 2:30 In the Church Sanctuary. 4 more sessions: March 12, March 19, March 26th & April 2

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’: Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30 at St. John’s, Fruitvale. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$25 Early Bird by April 12, or $30 after that. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis at 367-0145 or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

A REQUEST FROM SUNDAY SCHOOL: The Sunday school would be very grateful if anyone who has a board left over from taking an advent wreath home would return it to church please. They will need the boards for next Advent.

DATES
Sun Mar 15....3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Tue Mar 17....1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Dora F’s
..............1:15 pm Finance Meeting
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Mar 18....11:15 am Columbia View Service
..............7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Mar 19...10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue Mar 24....1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Carroll M’s
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Tue Mar 29....1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Laura H’s
Wed Apr 1.....7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Shepley’s
Sun Apr 5.....3:30 pm Columbia View Service
Tue Apr 7.....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service

Office Hours : Tuesday–Thursday. 9:00 am - noon

ALTAR GUILD REQUESTS FLOWER DONATIONS FOR EASTER: Please give donation to Nancy L., Gayle M. or Christina G. Place your name & “In Memory Of” in the Flower Book In The Narthex.

Readings for the Fourth Sunday in Lent: Numbers 21: 4-9; Psalm 107: 1-3, 17-22; Ephesians 2: 1-10; John 3: 14-21. Music: Ellen/Fletsch Ferguson, Jenni Sirges, Canon Neil

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of Feb. 26, 2009

LENTEN STUDY—SPIRITUALITY TOOL KIT: Thursdays @ 2:30 In the Church Sanctuary. 5 Sessions: March 5, 12, 19, 26th & April 2. Sign-Up in the Narthex.

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: Friday, March 6th @ St. Andrew’s—1:30 pm

WORKSHOP—’GOD’S MISSION FOR US’: Dr. Richard Leggett (from VST). Fri, April 24th: 6:30—9:00 / Sat, April 25: 9:30—4:30. Cost is a bargain for such a distinguished presenter---$25 Early Bird by April 12, or $30 after that. Please register early! For more information contact Douglas or Elizabeth Lewis at 367-0145 or email douglas_lewis@telus.net.

NEXT FOOD BANK: Tuesday, March 10th @ 10:45 am. Your contributions (food and financial) are needed and appreciated, thanks!

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to all those who assisted with the Pancake Supper

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for all those taking on Lenten discipline.

DATES
Tue Mar 3....10:30 am Pastoral Visitor’s Meeting
.............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study
Wed Mar 4....7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Eunice L’s
Fri Mar 6....1:30 pm World Day of Prayer @ St. Andrew’s
Sun Mar 15...3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Wed Mar 18...11:15 am Columbia View Service
.............7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Thur Mar 19..10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue Mar 24...3:15 pm Worship Meeting

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for the Second Sunday in Lent

Genesis 17: 1-7, 15-16; Psalm 22: 23-31; Romans 4: 13-25; Mark 8: 31-38

Music: Kenn Zuk

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of February 19 2008:

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to the Lay Ministers for the wonderful job they did while I was on study leave

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER: March 6th @ 1:30 pm—St. Andrew’s. St. Andrew / St. George will host the World Day of Prayer service. Please Come! Sign-up in the Narthex if you can bake for the reception, thanks. For further information contact Nancy L.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER: February 24th 5 -7pm. The duties associated with our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper have traditionally been handled by the men of the parish. It would be fun to have this tradition continue. Mission & Service will organize purchase of food. There are two sign-ups in the Narthex. One for volunteers to prepare & serve; the other for attendees.

DATES
Sun Feb 22.....3:30 pm Columbia View Lodge Service
Tue Feb 24.....10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting -
.................rescheduled for Mar 3
...............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Martha Fish’s
...............5-7 pm Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Wed Feb 25.....10:00 am Morning Service for Ash
.................Wednesday
...............7:00 pm Evening Service for Ash Wednesday
Fri Mar 6......1:30 pm World Day of Prayer @
.................St. Andrew’s
Tue Mar 24.....3:15 pm Worship Meeting

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon.

Readings for 1st Sunday in Lent: Genesis 9: 8-17; Psalm 25: 1-10; 1Peter 3: 18-22; Mark 1: 9-15. Music: Kenn Zuk

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of Feb. 12 2009

AGM POT LUCK LUNCH: There is a sign-up in the narthex for volunteers to assist Edith on Sunday, February 22nd.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER: February 24th 5—7pm. The duties associated with our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper have traditionally been handled by the men of the parish. It would be fun to have this tradition continue. Mission & Service will organize purchase of food. There are two sign-ups in the Narthex: One for volunteers to prepare & serve; the other for attendees.

BEANS & RICE DINNER: Friday, Feb 27th @ Trail United Church. Cost: $10-15 Donation at the door. This is to support 3rd nursing students who will be participating in an international nursing practice experience in Guatemala. Silent Auction; Raffle Draw; Live Music; Video Presentation. For more info, contact: Kaitie or Danielle.

DATES
Tue Feb 17...10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
.............1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Laura H’s
.............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Feb 18...7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
.............Trail Bible Study @ Edith P’s
Sun Feb 22...9:00 am ONE SERVICE ONLY followed by AGM
.....................& Potluck
Tue Feb 24...Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting - rescheduled
.............for Mar 3

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon

Readings for Transfiguration Sunday: 11Kings 2: 1-12; Psalm 50: 1-6; 11Corinthians 4: 2-6; Mark 9: 2-9. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of Feb. 5, 2009

ANGLICAN ROSARY: What is it? How do i pray it? Can I make my own? The workshop at St. Andrew’s will answer these questions. Saturday, February 14th (10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) Facilitated by Flo Masson of Emmanuella House, Winfield. Cost: $20.00. Contact Martha F. Sign-Up In Narthex

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER: February 24th 5—7pm. The duties associated with our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper have traditionally been handled by the men of the parish. It would be fun to have this tradition continue. Mission & Service will organize purchase of food. There are two sign-ups in the Narthex. One for volunteers to prepare & serve; the other for attendees.

DATES
Tue Feb 10.....10:00 am Food Bank
Tue Feb 17.....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
...............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Feb 18.....7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun Feb 22.....9:00 am One Service Only followed by AGM & Potluck
Tue Feb 24.....10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting -rescheduled
........................for Mar 3

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon
Canon Neil will be on study leave until Feb 14th but will be presiding at Sunday Services and available for pastoral emergencies.

Readings for Epiphany 6: 11Kings 5: 1-14; Psalm 30; 1Corinthians 9: 24-27; Mark 1: 40-45. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of Jan. 28 2009

UPCOMING FUNDRAISER: VALENTINE TEA Saturday, February 7th, 1:30—3:00. Cost: $3.00. There will be a bake sale as well as a gift basket & art items to win. For more information, contact Martha or Dianne.

DATES
Sun Feb 1...3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service CANCELLED
Tue Feb 3...1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Irene M’s
Wed Feb 4...11:15 am Columbia View Service
............7:00 pm Trail Bible study at Joyce H’s
Tue Feb 10..10:00 am Food Bank
Tue Feb 17..10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Feb 18..7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun Feb 22..9:00 am One Service Only followed by AGM
....................& Potluck
Tue Feb 24..10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting -
....................rescheduled for Mar 3

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon

Canon Neil will be on study leave until Feb 14th but will be presiding at Sunday Services and available for pastoral emergencies.

Readings for Epiphany 5: Isaiah 40: 21-31; Psalm 147: 1-11, 20c; 1Corinthians 9: 16-23; Mark 1: 29-39. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of Jan. 24 2009

UPCOMING FUNDRAISER: VALENTINE TEA -Saturday, February 7th. This will include a bake sale and possibly a crafts table. We are looking for volunteers to contribute baking, help with set-up, decorating, serving & clean-up. If you have crafty items or something to raffle off, please consider contributing that. For more information, contact Martha or Dianne

FROM THE ALTAR GUILD: Thanks to all those who assisted with decorating and un-decorating the church at Christmas. Your help was very much appreciated. Nancy L., President

BREAD & WINE FOR THE EUCHARIST: A new list for sign-up has been posted on the Narthex bulletin board. The Altar Guild appreciates your assistance supplying wine & bread for the Eucharist. Please provide sherry rather than wine as it does less damage to purificators.

DATES
Thur Jan 29...10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue Jan 27....Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting Cancelled
..............1:00 pm Rossland Bible study at Carroll M’s
Sun Feb 1.....8 & 10 am Robin Celiz will be preaching
..............3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Wed Feb 4.....11:15 am Columbia View Service
Tue Feb 10....10:00 am Food Bank
Tue Feb 17....10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
..............3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Feb 18....7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting.
Sun Feb 22....9:00 am One Service Only followed by AGM
......................& Potluck
Tue Feb 24....10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting -
......................rescheduled for Mar 3

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon.

Canon Neil will be on study leave until Feb 14th but will be presiding at Sunday Services and available for pastoral emergencies.

Readings for Epiphany 4: Deuteronomy 18: 15-20; Psalm 111; 1Corinthians 8: 1-13; Mark 1: 21-28. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford. Preaching: Robin Celiz

WHAT'S HAPPENING As Of Jan. 15, 2009

SPCS (Seniors’ Health Concerns): The SPCS general meeting will be held today, Sunday, January 18th at 1:30 in the Seniors’ Centre (Selkirk College—Portland St. entrance). Everyone is welcome.

ROBBIE BURNS NIGHT—Sunday, January 25th - to be held at St. John’s Anglican Church, Fruitvale. Dinner served at 6 p.m. Tickets $20 donation, beverage included. For more information and tickets please phone E. Lewis at 367-0145 or R. Hammond at 367-9153. Come and celebrate with us!

UPCOMING FUNDRAISER: VALENTINE TEA - Saturday, February 7th. This will include a bake sale and possibly a crafts table. We are looking for volunteers to contribute baking, help with set-up, decorating, serving & clean-up. If you have crafty items or something to raffle off, please consider contributing that. The sign-up sheet is in the Narthex. For more information, contact Martha or Dianne

YEAR END REPORTS ARE NEEDED, PLEASE!

DATES
Tue Jan 20......10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service cancelled
................1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Linda S’s
Wed Jan 21......7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Beth T’s
Thur Jan 22.....10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue Jan 27......Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting Cancelled
Sun Feb 1.......3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Wed Feb 4.......11:15 am Columbia View Service
Tue Feb 10......10:00 am Food Bank
Tue Feb 17......10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
................3:15 pm Worship Meeting
Wed Feb 18......7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun Feb 22......9:00 am One Service Only followed by AGM
& Potluck
Tue Feb 24......10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting
-rescheduled for Mar 3

Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon

Canon Neil will be on study leave until Feb 14th but will be presiding at Sunday Services and available for pastoral emergencies.

Readings for Epiphany 3: Jonah 3: 1-5, 10; Psalm 62: 5-12; 1Corinthians 7: 29-31; Mark 1: 14-20. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford

WHAT'S HAPPENING as of Jan. 9 2009

PRAYER HOT SPOT: Please pray for the Lay Ministers as they prepare to cover preaching and services during Canon Neil’s study leave.

CANONS R.A.V.E.: Thank you to our Sunday school teachers for all the work and joy they give to our children!

VALENTINE TEA—Upcoming Fundraiser - Saturday, February 7th. This will include a bake sale and possibly a crafts table. We are looking for volunteers to contribute baking, help with set-up, decorating, serving & clean-up. If you have crafty items or something to raffle off, please consider contributing that. For more information, contact Martha, Dianne or Ellen

DATES
Sun Jan 11......3:30 Columbia View Service
Tue Jan 13......9:30 am Food Bank
................1:00 pm Rossland Bible Study @ Beth Truant’s
Tue Jan 20......10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
Wed Jan 21......7:00 pm Trail Bible Study @ Beth Truant’s
Thur Jan 22.....10:30 am Rosewood Service
Tue Jan 27......Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting Cancelled
Sun Feb 1.......3:30 pm Poplar Ridge Service
Wed Feb 4.......11:15 am Columbia View Service
Tue Feb 17......10:30 am Poplar Ridge Service
................3:15 pm Worship Service
Wed Feb 18......7:00 pm Church Committee Meeting
Sun Feb 22......9:00 am One Service Only followed by AGM & Potluck
Tue Feb 24......10:30 am Pastoral Visitors’ Meeting
Office Hours: Tue-Thur. 9:00 am - noon

Canon Neil will be on study leave until Feb 14th but will be presiding at Sunday Services and available for pastoral emergencies.

YEAR END REPORTS ARE NEEDED, PLEASE!

Readings for 2nd Sunday after Epiphany: 1Samuel 3: 1-10 (11-20); Psalm 139: 1-6, 13-18; 1Corinthians 6: 12-20; John1: 43-51. Music: Dr. Paul Crawford