May 17, 2015 - Bakerview Church

Newsletter
May 17, 2015
Church Family News
Change of Address
James and Elfrieda Nikkel
#409 - 2626 Countess Street, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5P3
Condolences
As a church family we express our sympathy to the following:
Elenore Simpson whose husband, Earl, passed away on April
17th. At Earl's request there was no memorial service held.
Pray for the Lord to comfort Eleanore as she mourns her loss.
Eleanore attends the liturgical service.
Student Summer Ministry Burseries
They are available for students who will be volunteering at any
summer camp or Bakerview’s day camp. Application forms are
available in the Youth Centre, the literature stand by the
mailboxes in the foyer, or at the church office. Please submit
applications to the church office by June 30th.
Women’s Ministry
Frank Suderman whose wife, Annie, passed away May 1. A
memorial service was held at Bakerview on May 7th. Annie
was a sister to Abe Friesen and Nettie Wall who also attend
the traditional service. Pray that the Lord would give Frank
and the extended family peace.
Milkshakes and Macchiatos will continue again this summer!
It’s a time of gathering together with our favourite beverage and
stay connected through the summer. We hope to arrange our
times together visiting some of your gardens or patios! If you
would like to host a small group to come to your place on June
17, July 8, July 22, August 5 or August 19, let Lesley know at
the church office by May 31, 604-859-4611 or email
[email protected] with your choice of dates.
Engaging the Bible, 2015
Sunday Morning Parking Lot Security
Are you reading? Are you reflecting on scripture daily? Are
we all living it out? It’s our ongoing challenge.
As well as reading, studying, memorizing and
hearing it preached … now you can watch it!
Tune in to watch the Bible as portrayed in A.D.
The Bible continues, Sundays at 9:00 pm on
NBC. Also you can watch episodes on computer, http://
www.nbc.com/ad-the-bible-continue or on You Version
Bible App. Twelve episodes based on the New Testament.
More volunteers are urgently needed to fill vacant spots to
keep our vehicles on the church parking lot secure on
Sundays. Brandon Collison is the supervisor. Please contact
him to volunteer or for more information at 1-775-855-4236 or
e-mail [email protected].
Music on a Wednesday
The last concert of the season is May 20th featuring
Paul Williamson, piano. Light refreshments are served
at 11:30 am ($3.00) and the concert begins at 12:15 pm.
Bakerview Church Family Camp
June 5-7 at Stillwood Camp and Conference Centre. Register
today. Final registration deadline is May 25th. A
registration form for Sunday only is available after
the services on May 24th or at the church office.
New Member Class
A new member class will be held on Wednesday, May 27th at
7:00 pm for individuals who are transferring from a Mennonite
Brethren Church or have been baptized as adults on the
confession of their faith. If you would like to participate, please
register with the church office and obtain a membership
packet. Those individuals who have completed the baptism
classes will also share their testimonies.
Bakerview Church AGM
The Annual General Meeting is Wednesday, June 10th in the
Multipurpose Centre. The dinner is at 6:00 pm and the
meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Dinner tickets ($5.00) and the AGM
Reports will be available next Sunday, May 24.
We ended the fiscal year with a deficit of approx. $48,000.
Board of Finance & Management along with Church Council
are asking what additional gift you could give at the AGM to
eliminate this deficit.
Children’s Ministry
What’s happening . . .
Discipleship Zone (Sunday school, 9:45-10:45)
Wee Celebrate (3-5 yrs)
6-10s:
Wee Worship (Children’s church, 11:20-12:15)
What’s coming Baby Party 2015
Sunday, November 22nd
Paramount for Parents #3
Building Kingdom Kids
October 2015
Children & Youth Ministry Assistant
Alyssa Penner has been hired for this position effective
May 25, 2015. She will assist Pastor Stephanie with Children’s
Summer Programs and Carla Thiessen with special youth
events. This position is being partially funded through the
ministry portion of estate funds.
Run for Water
Ultra Marathon / Half Marathon / 10K Run / 5K Run
May 31, 2015
Sign up at runforwater.ca
Missionary Newsletters
and Periodicals
 MDS Update - May 14, 2015
The Bakerview Church Newsletter is published every two weeks. To submit announcements pertaining to the church family
or local community events, please e-mail [email protected] or bring your announcement to the church office.
God, Sex & Church
Canadian Mennonite Brethren have embarked as a
denominational community on a conversation about what their
Christian commitments entail in terms of the expression of
their human sexuality.
To prepare for October’s study conference in Winnipeg the
Canadian Board of Faith and Life (BFL) has prepared a study
guide for use by all Canadian Mennonite Brethren churches
and leaders. This study guide, based on Scripture and the
Mennonite Brethren Confession of Faith, provides direction,
guidance, and excellent discussion questions and is available
at http://studyconference.mennonitebrethren.ca. The BFL
wants as many Mennonite Brethren as possible to have the
opportunity to pray and think well about human sexuality.
JOURNEY ON
Friday, May 29, 2015
11:00 am
Bakerview MB Church Multipurpose Centre
A time of conversation, information and inspiration
MEI Concert Choir
Missions 2015 Student Testimonies
MEI information and update
Enjoy a catered lunch by donation
(suggested $10.00 cost)
Any proceeds after expenses will go to MEI
Pick up tickets (no cost) by Sunday, May 24
Tabor Home Society AGM
Tuesday, June 9, 2015 in the Chapel at Tabor Court. The
business session is from 7:00 to 8:00 pm; reception from 8:00
to 8:30 pm. There will be one resolution presented to deal with
the Board’s authorization to borrow money. All Bakerview
church members are members of Tabor Home Society.
MCC BC AGM
Saturday, June 20, 2015 from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm at
Emmanuel Mennonite Church. Delegates, please register at
the Bakerview Church office before May 31st.
Pines Bible Camp Work Weekend:
June 26-29 - contact Darrell Rempel (604-854-6154)
if interested.
Operation Baby Bottle
Support the ministry of “Your Pregnancy
Options.” Bottles are still available at the
church office. Fill them with cash or cheques
and return them on Father’s Day. For more
information, visit www.fvpc.ca
Earthquake Relief Concert for Nepal
Today, May 17th, 6:00 pm at Emmanuel Mennonite Church,
presented by Calvin Dyck and Betty Suderman. Free will
offering will be taken.
Gospel Music Festival is Saturday, June 13th, 6:30 pm at
Christian Life Assembly (21277 - 56 Avenue, Langley). A
variety of artists will be featured, both vocal and instrumental.
Tickets available online at www.gospelmfestival.eventbrite.ca.
Missions Fest Vancouver invites you to join the church of
Metro Vancouver at Calvary Worship Centre (11125 124
Street, Surrey) on Sunday, May 24th at 6:00 pm on the Global
Day of Prayer to pray for our cities, nation and world.
Tabor Village is celebrating its 55th Anniversary Saturday,
June 20th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm with a Spring Fair for children
and families. General admission is $5.00 at the gate. English
High Tea will be served in the Tabor Court Chapel ($10.00) by
reservation 604-859-8715 or at the door.
Bakerview Music Academy year-end program is Thursday,
May 28th, 7:00 pm at Bakerview Church. All the children will be
performing on their instrument and singing in the choir.
Contemplative Evening of Sung Prayers, inspired by the
music and prayers of Taizé. This event takes place Saturday,
May 30th from 8:00 - 9:00 pm at Westminster Abbey, Mission.
Will and Estate Planning Seminar is Saturday, June 6th from
10:00 - 11:30 am at MEI Secondary School. To register for this
free event, contact Leanne Pauls at 604-859-3700 ext 326 or
e-mail [email protected].
Walk for Life 2015 is Saturday, June 6th, with a 4KM walk or
8KM run. Registration is 12:30 pm. Register online at
walkforlife.advokate.ca.
Requiem for Peace is a call to lay down arms, from a distinctly
Mennonite/Christian perspective. Composer Larry Nickel will be
directing the Jubilate Vocal Ensemble, Betty Suderman, piano,
with soloists and orchestra. This event is June 6th, 8:00 pm at
Shaunessy Heights United Church, Vancouver.
LCC International
University Summer
Language Institute
LCC International University is seeking English language
teachers with a heart for teenagers to engage in our Summer
Language Institute, a three week program for European
youth, primarily ages 14-24. Nearly 260 students come from
different countries to live together and to study English. Most
students are intermediate to advanced learners. Besides
teaching, teachers participate in conversation groups and
homework sessions.
For more info http://lccslilithuania.wordpress.com/ Complete
the online inquiry form at http://www.lcc.lt/teachingapplication-process. The program dates for teachers
(including orientation) are July 6 – August 2, 2015. It’s a very
intense, fast paced month; if you have creative ideas for
engaging youth in language learning, consider volunteering
with us! Pray with us that we will find the right teachers for
this program.