Announcements October 2, 2016

Thank you to this week’s volunteers (October 2):

Offering Receivers: Elders
Counters: John Astle, Calvin & Peggy MacIntosh
Scripture Reader: Dallas Davis
Greeters: Max & Mavis Cater
Coffee Hour: Blom Family
Church School: Jacqueline Howie Cleland
Nursery: Jane Murray, Rebecca Jonah

Next Week (October 9):

Offering Receivers: Max & Mavis Cater, Al & Jean Boudreau
Counters: Rose Carolyn Smith, Al & Jean Boudreau, John White
Scripture Reader: John Murray
Greeters: Max & Mavis Cater
Coffee Hour: Need A Volunteer
Church School: Jacqueline Howie Cleland, Jordan & Candace Schriver
Nursery: Carol McEachen, Sheena Page


Book Launch – “The Witch of the Inner Wood – Collected Long Poems by M. Travis Lane” will be launched Sept 30 at the Gallery on Queen St at 7pm


Conversations on Renewal

Calvin, Presbyterian Church, 37 King St. (Chatham), Miramichi, NB.
Saturday, October 1, 2016.  10:00am – 3:00pm (lunch will be provided)

Leaders:
  • Jen de Combe, Life and Mission Agency, Presbyterian Church in Canada
  • John Gilbert, Presbytery of Grey Bruce Maitland
During the day, attendees will:
  • Listen for and identify places where God is active in the ministry across the presbytery
  • Discover models of renewal from across Canada
  • Learn how to maximize congregational and presbytery resources
  • Have fun exploring ways to revitalize ministry
  • Look at ways that presbytery can support the work of renewal

Grades 6 to 12 – Jordan and Candace will be away this Sunday, grades 6 to 12 are invited to stay for the communion service.

 Nativity Display – We are looking for three volunteers interested in helping to organize a nativity display here at the church.  Date to be determined, either December 2nd and 3rd or December 9th and 10th.  If you are interested, please contact Sheila Black.

Jr/Sr High School Board Game Games: Friday, October 14th from 6:30 to 8:30. Participants will rotate between many different board games in the church hall. Prizes for all, but the top scorer will earn the coveted golden duck.

Time of Corporate Prayer: All are welcome to come gather in the church hall on Sunday, Oct 23/16 at 7 pm for a time of praise and prayer.  A time to bring cares and concerns of the church and of the world before the Lord, seeking God’s guidance and direction. Any questions can be directed to Jane Murray

College and Career Dinner: Sunday, October 30th at Jordan and Candace’s place in Maugerville. Drives can be arranged and diets accommodated. Please let Jordan or Candace know if you are interested.

Celebrating October Birthdays.  We have reason to celebrate and thank God for his beautiful gift of life.  Please join us in the Hall on Sunday for cake.
Sarah Ottens
Miles Burrill
Bob Howie
Jeanne Kaye Speight
Isabelle Berry
Colleen Watson
Mary Jane Varlan
Maggie Benoit
Owen Burrill
Candace Schriver
Gregory Astle
Carol McEachen
Alex Bramble

Fall Bridge Luncheon – Thurs, Oct 27th at Nashwaaksis United Church at 12 noon at the church auditorium.  Cost is $40 per table.

Arthritis Society – “Ease the Pain: Seniors Take Charge of Arthritis”, Sat. Nov 12, from 9:30 – 4 pm at the Delta. Lunch included. Cost $10.00. To register call 1-800-321-1433.