CALVARY CHURCH: We rejoiced last weekend with the celebration of Jim and Teny B.'s 50th wedding anniversary! Many relatives and friends visited for that occasion. Elena V continues to recover from a fall she suffered in her home. She is healing remarkably well! We continue to pray for John H. as he has resumed his treatments.
Thank-you from Jim and Teny B: We wish to thank all those who celebrated with us on the occasion of our 50th wedding anniversary. We are so thankful for the support given through prayers, cards, visits and phone calls as we thank God for the many years He has given us together.
FIRST CHURCH: We express our Christian sympathy to Beth G. in the sudden passing of her husband Jake. The G's have been worshipping with us the past few months. . May God sustain you and your family during these difficult days. Grace Van R. was admitted to hospital and continues to be under doctors care. Please keep in prayer those who are experiencing difficulties both physically and emotionally. Happy birthday to Mrs. Fran V. who is turning 70 on the 19th.
The family of Patricia S. wishes to thank you for the expressions of sympathy shown at the passing of our dear mother. Mom was a member of First CRC for over 60 years and developed many friendships over that time. She especially enjoyed the visits and playing games with her friends at Elm Street. Thank you so much for the love and care that you have shown her.
GRACE CHURCH: Congratulations to Jon & Hope B. with the birth of a baby girl, Clara Louise, last week Thursday. Art B. has returned home from the hospital and continues to recuperate there. Happy Birthday to Stein J. who is 83 on the 19th, and to Jim D. who is 75 on the 21st. Have a blessed day!
Tying the Knot: On October 29, Suzanne B. and Ryan V. will be exchanging wedding vows at Gregory Drive Alliance Church at 1:30. Everyone who would like to support them is invited to the ceremony and a standing reception.
BLENHEIM CHURCH: Our prayers remain with Cor and Johanna B. as there has been very little good news on the cancer front. We pray for healing, for strength, and for peace as they trust God. We also pray for others struggling with their health.
COMBINED EVENING WORSHIP SERVICES
SERVICE TIME & LOCATION: Services are at Grace CRC and at 5 pm.
OFFERINGS FOR OCTOBER: Christian Blind Ministry.
REFORMATION DAY SERVICE: We would like to warmly welcome you to the Annual Reformation Service on Sunday, October 30, 2011at 5:00 pm at Grace Christian Reformed Church, 255 Tweedsmuir Avenue West, Chatham. The guest speaker will be Dr. Timothy Brown, D.Min., a professor at Western Theological Seminary in Holland, Michigan. We look forward to celebrating the Lords Supper together! There will be nursery provided for children ages 3 and under. We look forward to seeing you there!
REFORMATION DAY SERVICE OFFERING: The offering for the special Reformation Day Service will be for the Ridgetown Campus Chaplaincy. This important local ministry at the Ridgetown Campus of the University of Guelph has touched the lives of many students faculty and staff. As many as 50 students come out to the weekly God on Tap sessions to explore topics of faith and life. Individual students have received coaching and counselling. Through this ministry Christian young people can explore how their faith impacts other life choices. Non-Christian students can explore what the Christian faith is and how it differs from their own beliefs. Anyone who heard students speak at last springs chaplaincy gala knows that this program has positively impacted the lives of students from a variety of backgrounds.
A READING EVENT is scheduled for Dance at My Funeral: Dan Steven, a living prophet in a dying age. The book shares the mission of Jan Kloosters son, Dan, a 1994 graduate of Chatham Christian High School and singer-songwriter who surrendered his life at 25 to God after diagnosis with a brain tumour. Its the tale of the amazing miracles of Gods grace in a tough, human journey; its also an inspiration for parents and grandparents whove raised boundary-breaking teenagers, lived with grief, and know its quixotic melding of sorrow and joy. Jans readings will begin at 7:15 p.m. Monday, November 7, 2011 in the CCHS gym at 475 Keil Drive South, Chatham. Refreshments will be served.
The council of Dresden Christian Reformed Church is pleased to announce that the ordination service for Pastor John Moelker will take place on Friday, October 21, 2011 DV at 7:30 pm at the church located at 956 Mooney Street, Dresden ON. All are welcome to join your brothers and sisters in Dresden to celebrate God's goodness.
GEMS Girls' Club (for girls in grades 3 to 8) will begin their season on Monday Nov. 7. Registration forms will be mailed to your home or placed in your church mail box. We welcome all new and returning GEMS! If you have any questions, please contact Kathryn K.
SEE "COURAGEOUS"-CAPITOL THEATRE - OCTOBER 21, 7 P.M. Four men, one calling: To serve and protect. When tragedy strikes home, these men are left wrestling with their hopes, their fears, their faith, and their fathering. Protecting the streets is second nature. Raising their children in a God-honouring way? That's courageous. Let's fill the theatre for this special event. Tickets are available for $10 at Gospel Text, UCB, St. Paul's Congregational Church, or by calling Theresa V.
The Chatham After 5 Christian Womens dinner on Tuesday, October 18th at 6:30 pm at the Country View Golf Course. Cost is $13. Judy Cobham will speak about the seasons of her life. Call Gwen 519-352-6693 for reservations.
BIRTHDAY CALENDARS: Time is running out. The calendar will be going to the printer by the end of this month. Have you called Betty S. with your changes or cancellations?
Chatham Christian School: It's that time of year again. We are selling unbaked apple pies for $8.00. They will be ready for pick up October 25 in the afternoon. Please call Karen Koomans to order your pies at 354-4667. Have your orders in by Oct 17. Last year we hit our limit early so please order soon. Please mark this date on your calendars to help. We need lots of help to make this day a success.
3rd Annual Boerenkool Supper on October 28th, 2011: Call Deb G. and reserve your spot for either a 5 pm or 6pm seating as we need to know numbers so we can be sure to have enough food! This years proceeds will be used to support members of our churches that are going to Haiti in November with Awaken Haiti. The dinner includes beverages, boerenkool, and dessert! The cost is $10/person, $7/child ages 5-10yrs, or $35/family.
CRC DENOMINATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
GROUNDWORK - Memo to Self: Don't Forget God: So youre a Christian. You read the news every day. And youre worriedabout yourself, your family, your community. But youre a Christian. So, what do you think and pray about? Join the October 23rd Groundwork conversation discussion on Psalm 103. Find a local radio station or listen online at www.GroundworkOnline.com
KIDS CORNER - Chef Boy R Liz: What is the most important ingredient in success? Skill? Knowledge? Teamwork? Help Liz figure it out on this weeks Kids Corner. Then write to Kids Corner at P.O. Box 5070, Burlington ON L7R3Y8 or email kids@kidscorner.net for your very own Bible study.
Connecting the CRC - Every week, thousands of CRC members across the US and Canada gather on The Network to share tips about ministry. Whether you're a deacon, tech person, Sunday school teacher, GEMS leader, small group member, elder, or help with any other ministry in your church, hop online to connect with folks who do that same ministry in other churches. Let's learn from each other! Visit www.crcna.org/Network
