THE WORD FOR TODAY
…be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.-2 Timothy 2:1 NIV
Applied Worship Experience (AWE)
Both men and women have a unique role in worshiping God. God made humanity in the “imago dei” (image of God), as male and female. Thus, he is only truly reflected when both males and females represent him. Ladies – you have a unique and crucial role in worship! Don’t be afraid to step out! (Vicky Beeching - "Women in Worship Network")
“Then Miriam the prophetess took a tambourine in her hand, and all the women followed her with tambourines and dancing. Miriam sang to them: ‘Sing to the LORD, for he is highly exalted.’”-Exodus 15, esp. vv 1, 21
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FRIDAY
TURK-ZIP-A-LOO! for Junior and Senior Youth. This is a joint event for all in Grades 6-12 tonight.6-9:30.Greta Berry will be the snack lady.
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SUNDAY
10:00 a.m. – MORNING WORSHIP – This Sunday Ron Hartwig will bring a message entitledAttention…On Your Mark…Wait. The text for this message will be based in Timothy 2:1-13.
JUNIOR CHURCH will be available for those aged 3 to grade 3 when the invitation is given just prior to the message.
Greeters: Wayne & Carol Fulcher
Ushers: Dave McCauley and Doug Pearson
Nursery for those up to age 3: Angela, helper Gabrielle
Junior church: Karien Jepsen, helper Lindsey
1:30 p.m. – GILLIS HOUSE SERVICE. Come along and help with the singing that these folks enjoy so much! Gary Thuveson will be leading the service.
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MONDAY
Enjoy THANKSGIVING with family and friends as we give thanks for the multitude of blessings we are showered with daily!
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TUESDAY
7:00 p.m. – SENIOR YOUTH for grades 9-12. Snacks Louise Klassen.
7:00 p.m. – BABY SHOWER for Amanda McAllister and new baby Gavin. This will be at Neustaeter’s, 2137 Blackwell Avenue. If you would like to bring a plate of appetizers, that would be great!
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WEDNESDAY
Hands & Hearts
For Young Moms
Come to the church every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month from 9:30-11:00 – a place where moms can meet with friends, learn about many different things and grow spiritually. Look forward to seeing you this Wednesday, October 12th! Please bring a toonie to help cover costs. Any questions please contact Stacey 378-0217 or Lisa 378-3522.
7:00 p.m. – The regular PRAYER TIME where we praise the Lord and pray not only for our friends and neighbours in Merritt and around the world, but for YOU as well! Let us know if you have a special item of prayer or praise that you would like us to include. A phone call to Ted & Bernice Asselstine at 378-3605 or an e-mail to will get your item included!
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THURSDAY
9:00 a.m. – The QUILTERS meet to continue their labour of love preparing the quilts that have been such a blessing to so many people after they have become prayer quilts. If you would like to be involved in this ministry in some way, simply show up at the Fireside Room at 9:00 a.m. with the expectation that you will be put to work, beginning with prayer! Coordinators are Louisa Robertson 378-9578 and Louise Klassen 378-2009.
6:30 p.m. – GOSPEL OF JOHN STUDY will begin at the home of James & Diane Clark, 2176 Munro Crescent, from 6:30 to 8:00. Phone Clarks at 378-9894 for further info.
7:00 p.m. – THE TRUTH PROJECT STUDY will begin at the home of John & Michelle Russell, 1721 Hill Street, phone 378-4642, to which all men are invited. This study will be repeated on a co-ed basis beginning in January at Clark’s.
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COMING EVENTS
OCTOBER 14 – David Mainse of 100 HUNTLEY STREET will be in Merritt to say “Thank You” to all who have supported this ministry in one way or another through the years. This is celebrating 50 years of ministry and, as part of the celebration, they are doing a cross-Canada tour to say “thanks” to all who have prayed for and supported Crossroads Christian Ministries over the years. The gathering will be at 7:00 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church.
OCTOBER 21 – JOY FELLOWSHIPwill have their regular monthly Potluck Lunch at the church at 12:00 noon. Come along if you are in the 50+ age bracket (or feel that way sometimes) and bring a contribution for the luncheon smorgasbord. Doug & Sandra Neustaeter will share a little about the work of scripture distribution and placement with the Gideons and an offering will be taken as a contribution to this work. In addition, Carol Fulcher will give an update on the plans for Guatemala ’12 Mission Trip.
OCTOBER 23 – SPAGHETTI DINNER fundraiser for the Guatemala ’12 Mission team. Come out and enjoy a simple family meal in a great atmosphere with delicious food and know that the cost will help the Guatemala team! Get tickets, at $10 per person or max. $25 per family, from Pastor Dan and come prepared for a fun Silent Auction as well.
OCTOBER 25 – Are you interested in CHURCH MEMBERSHIP? If so, please let Pastor Dan know by e-mail at or phone the church to let him know if you are interested and whether or not you can be at the 7:00 p.m. get-together on Tuesday, October 25th at the Rogers house.
NOVEMBER 10 – WEDDING SHOWER for Kara Thuveson at the home of Joe & Trudy Geill, 2238 Merritt Avenue (basement). Please bring a plate of appies of finger food and write out the recipe for what you bring as well as some of your favourite recipes so Kara can put them into a book. The book will be part of her gift!
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CHURCH SECRETARY
The N.V.E.F. Church is accepting applications for the position of Part-time Secretary/Bookkeeper. A complete job description and qualification details are available from Doug Neustaeter, phone 378-4031. Interested applicants should submit their resume and cover letter (in a sealed envelope, marked "Application - Attention: Doug Neustaeter”) to the church office before Tuesday, October 18th, 2011.
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A REQUEST
My name is Stuart and I work with the RCMP. We have spent the last 8 plus years in Clearwater but I was recently promoted to Staff Sergeant and will be moving to Merritt to look after the Merritt Detachment starting in November. We plan on keeping our home in Clearwater and are hoping to rent a suite in Merritt. I will be travelling back to Clearwater for some of my time off, and Bobbi will be joining me in Merritt some weeks and stay in Clearwater some weeks.
We are looking to rent a self contained one bedroom basement suite with a private entrance. We don’t smoke or drink, and have no pets. All of our kids have grown up and left home so it is just the 2 of us and often just myself in town.
If you know of anyone who may have a place for rent it would be appreciated. We will be heading to Merritt right after church on Sunday Oct 2nd and spending the week to look around and line up accommodation.
Thanks very much
Stu
Stuart and Bobbi Seib – e-mail Phone 250-674-3346
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OUR DAILY BREAD
LARGE PRINTOur Daily Bread for October to December are now available on the info table if you would like one. Just a couple left!
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MAASAI EN-KATA CHOIR
The Nicola Valley Native Christian Fellowship invites you to join us for a free evening of music and stories. Come and hear the incredible stories of hope and change happening in East Africa. The Choir is on an 8 week tour of Canada and the US to raise funds to build a school for their village. A free-will offering will be collected and you will also have the opportunity to purchase music and a beautiful photo book about the life and faith of the Maasai. You don't want to miss this event!! Mark your calendars and bring all your friends! More information on the En-kata Choir and the Hope of the Maasai Tour can be found at
BILLETS that are needed for the Maasai En-Kata Choir kids: There are five children (still not clear whether that includes the interpreter) and they can bunk on the floor or wherever. They will arrive on Monday, October 10th in the afternoon and will have dinner with the NV Native Christian Fellowship before going to their billets. Tuesday they will be busy in schools, etc., all day and will be having supper with the NV Native Christian Fellowship before the concert in the evening. The group departs on Wednesday morning, October 12th.Give James & Lori Hoad a call if you could take 5 children (one interpreter) – 378-3753.
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FOOD BANK
The Merritt & District Food Bank box for non-perishable donations is beside the info table in the foyer. Thank you to those who have made donations – we made another delivery recently which was much appreciated as usual! The need is ongoing so why not buy a few extra items when you are shopping next time and drop them into the box to help out those who need it? And if you do your grocery shopping at Extra Foods, the Food Bank can make use of your till receipts by accumulating them to redeem for extra groceries. Just drop them in the Food Bank box or place them in Lisa Broderick’s mail box in the Fireside Room.
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