A Thank You, Easter Holy Week Services, A Baby Shower for Tal, & From My Heart
23/03/10 18:19
THANKS FROM THE VEDOYAS
Dear Friends at Tapestry,
I just wanted to thank all of you who have prayed for me and my family, gave us words of encouragement, and provided us with delicious meals and babysitting while I was put on bed rest for the last 5 weeks due to the risk of preterm labor. We have been so overwhelmed with your loving support and care for us and cannot express how much we appreciate you!!!
Thanks to the plenty of rest I could have, now I'm able to stand up and walk slowly without feeling sharp pain I used to have in the lower belly. And my doctor told me yesterday I can even start doing house chores this week since it's almost 37th week and safe for the baby to come out!
Thank you again for showing Christ-love to me and my family in the most tangible way.
God bless!!
Meg Vedoya
P. S. Special thanks to all the youth who came and helped cleaning and babysitting during the retreat!
BABY SHOWER FOR TAL JONES
On Saturday, April 10 from 1:30-3:30pm at Heather Bush's house (962 Coopers Drive SW, Airdrie, Heather's ph # 403-980-7044) we will be having a baby shower to celebrate the birth of Tal Jones. If you don't know Anna yet, this would be a great opportunity to bless her with your friendship and extend the love of our church family towards their new family. As the shower is in Airdrie, if you are interested in carpooling, give Lynda Blazina a shout at 403-288-6615 and we will arrange going over together in groups.
YOUTH
This week the youth will be joining the adults at the Blazina's for the Passover Supper at 6:00 pm, and next week they are encouraged to go to the Friday night Holy Week Service between 8:00 - 9:00pm again at the Blazina's. I know that's two weeks in a row of hanging out with old people but, we need you guys to bring a fun and excitement into our lives! Josh and Kelly and Erin will keep you posted on maybe doing something with just the youth in the near future!
FRIDAY NIGHT PASSOVER SUPPER
This Friday, March 26, is the Passover Supper at the Blazina's (37 Tuscany Springs Circle NW), Michael Vowell will be coming and leading us through the Seder Meal and we will also be enjoying a full supper together. Come out and experience an authentic Passover the way Jesus would have. If you have not signed up and are still interested in coming, please either email or call Lynda Blazina so that she knows how many to prepare for at (403) 288-6615 or maxnme@shaw.ca
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
Monday March 29 - Friday April 2, we will be holding Holy Week Services at the Blazina's (37 Tuscany Springs Circle NW) from 8:00pm to 9:00 pm. These will be creative, contemplative, and quiet times set apart to prepare our hearts for Easter. Come expecting God to reveal Himself in a new way to you this Easter.
FROM MY HEART
You have probably noticed that the last couple of newsletters have had a "From My Heart" attachment from Pastor Bob. Please take a moment to read them and give them some thought. Also this weeks edition explains the upcoming 50 day Spiritual Journey that Tapestry will be going on together between Easter and Pentecost this year so be sure to read it.
CELEBRATING MORE ROWING
We are rejoicing that another leader has chosen to pick up an oar! Binyam Asress has stepped forward to be the team leader for our children's ministry. How exciting it is to see the number of folks who are stepping up to grab an oar to help Tapestry get where God wants to take us. Thank you Binyam for listening to God's call to this vital ministry! We are blessed to have you in our midst. - What "oar" does God want YOU to grab?
SYC - SUMMER YOUTH CELEBRATION
Parents of teens, be sure to mark up your calendar and keep the following week open as our youth will be attending SYC, a fantastic summer camp hosted by the CNBC. There will be more details to come, but we do know it will be July 19-24th (Junior High week), and cost is $195.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE IN HAITI AND CHILI WITH CNBC - Many individuals and churches have expressed interest in volunteering as part of the Haiti relief effort. The following are some opportunities that have become available in the coming months. Space is limited for each opportunity, so please reply quickly if you are interested.
BAPTIST GLOBAL RESPONSE
Baptist Global Response (BGR) is beginning to send volunteer clean-up and medical teams to Haiti.
May 22-29, 2010 Clean-up Team
BGR is looking for a Clean-up Team of 8-10 individuals to arrive Sat, May 22 and depart Sat, May 29. If your church is interested in sending individuals to fill most or all of this team, please contact Peter Blackaby pblackaby@cnbc.ca. Team members must be Christians and will be responsible for their own expenses including flight into Port-au-Prince (approx $1000 CAD) and on site food ($30 USD per person per day). On the ground transportation and logistics is provided. Teams will be tenting in a secure compound near the airport.
Additional Opportunities – Medical & Clean-up Teams
BGR is recruiting individuals to join existing Medical teams (doctors, nurses/ EMT, and chaplains) and Clean-up teams through the months of April and May. If your church has a few people or even one individual interested in joining one of these teams, please contact Peter Blackaby pblackaby@cnbc.ca. Individuals must be Christians and will be responsible for their own expenses including flight into Port-au-Prince (approx $1000 CAD) and on site food ($30 USD per day). On the ground transportation and logistics is provided. Teams will be tenting in a secure compound near the airport.
STUDENTS THROUGH INTERNATIONAL MISSION BOARDInternational Mission Board has created opportunities for students to serve on two week teams in Haiti this summer. For details and dates, please go to: http://imbstudents.wordpress.com. Prices listed are in US dollars. DISASTER RELIEFIn the coming seasons, regional Disaster Relief Units may be sending teams to Haiti in the rebuild phase of response. Individuals responding through Disaster Relief will need basic training or higher. For details, contact your regional Disaster Relief coordinator:Western Canada (BC, AB, SK, MB, & Territories) Darla Ponath dponath @cnbc.caCentral Canada (ON) Bob Rankin rarankin@idirect.comEastern Canada (QC & Atlantic Canada) Donna Boivert donnab@sequoiachurch.org
CHILE
Volunteer opportunities also exist to build shelters in Chile through Baptist Global Response. Approximate cost per person is $2000 CAD. If individuals or a team in your church is interested in volunteering through this avenue, please contact Peter Blackaby pblackaby@cnbc.ca.
TUSCANY COMMUNITY OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY
Again, we have a great opportunity to be involved in our community by serving where needed. On Saturday, April 3rd from 1 to 3 pm the Tuscany Club will be hosting an afternoon of family fun including games and crafts for the kids, face painting, balloon artistry and some special treats. They are in need of volunteers (14+ years) to help run games and activities, face painting and operating the popcorn machine. You can contact the Recreation Manager at clubprograms@shaw.ca for more details. Our involvement in the past has been greatly appreciated by the staff at the club, so plan to come and meet some new people, and trust that God will open doors to share the true meaning of Easter!
WEEKEND TO REMEMBER
Be sure to check out the info table at church or go to www.familylifecanada.org for an upcoming marriage retreat put by Family Life Canada. It will be in Banff, at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, April 30-May 2. Whether your marriage is on the ropes, just coasting, or pure bliss, there is something for everyone - including special Alumni breakout sessions. A great mix of sessions lead by 'been there, done that' couples, projects for you and your spouse, and a chance to get away with each other. If interested, be sure to contact Max & Lynda Blazina or Gordon & Andrea Weynschenk and if there are 4 or more couples, we can get the discounted group rate. Also, the hotel rooms are discounted to $129 / night, and this rate is available for nights outside of the conference from April 26-May 5.
PRAYING FOR ONE ANOTHER
This week, please pray for Ver, Mila, Tim and Rebekah Averion, and Victor, Chelsea, Arrie, Tianna and Manny Beda. If these names are new to you, be sure to seek these people out next Sunday and introduce yourself! Maybe you could write a note or encourage them by email. If you desire the church to join with you in prayer for any needs, please contact Lynda Blazina who will 'send it down' the prayer chain.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK...
Brooke Reid (Wed 24th) and David Miller (Fri, 26th) will celebrate being a year older this week! Although they may not be QUITE as thrilled as Jana was last week to be getting older, why don't you send them birthday wishes anyways? Did we miss you or someone in your family? Let Steve know and we'll update our records.
Dear Friends at Tapestry,
I just wanted to thank all of you who have prayed for me and my family, gave us words of encouragement, and provided us with delicious meals and babysitting while I was put on bed rest for the last 5 weeks due to the risk of preterm labor. We have been so overwhelmed with your loving support and care for us and cannot express how much we appreciate you!!!
Thanks to the plenty of rest I could have, now I'm able to stand up and walk slowly without feeling sharp pain I used to have in the lower belly. And my doctor told me yesterday I can even start doing house chores this week since it's almost 37th week and safe for the baby to come out!
Thank you again for showing Christ-love to me and my family in the most tangible way.
God bless!!
Meg Vedoya
P. S. Special thanks to all the youth who came and helped cleaning and babysitting during the retreat!
BABY SHOWER FOR TAL JONES
On Saturday, April 10 from 1:30-3:30pm at Heather Bush's house (962 Coopers Drive SW, Airdrie, Heather's ph # 403-980-7044) we will be having a baby shower to celebrate the birth of Tal Jones. If you don't know Anna yet, this would be a great opportunity to bless her with your friendship and extend the love of our church family towards their new family. As the shower is in Airdrie, if you are interested in carpooling, give Lynda Blazina a shout at 403-288-6615 and we will arrange going over together in groups.
YOUTH
This week the youth will be joining the adults at the Blazina's for the Passover Supper at 6:00 pm, and next week they are encouraged to go to the Friday night Holy Week Service between 8:00 - 9:00pm again at the Blazina's. I know that's two weeks in a row of hanging out with old people but, we need you guys to bring a fun and excitement into our lives! Josh and Kelly and Erin will keep you posted on maybe doing something with just the youth in the near future!
FRIDAY NIGHT PASSOVER SUPPER
This Friday, March 26, is the Passover Supper at the Blazina's (37 Tuscany Springs Circle NW), Michael Vowell will be coming and leading us through the Seder Meal and we will also be enjoying a full supper together. Come out and experience an authentic Passover the way Jesus would have. If you have not signed up and are still interested in coming, please either email or call Lynda Blazina so that she knows how many to prepare for at (403) 288-6615 or maxnme@shaw.ca
HOLY WEEK SERVICES
Monday March 29 - Friday April 2, we will be holding Holy Week Services at the Blazina's (37 Tuscany Springs Circle NW) from 8:00pm to 9:00 pm. These will be creative, contemplative, and quiet times set apart to prepare our hearts for Easter. Come expecting God to reveal Himself in a new way to you this Easter.
FROM MY HEART
You have probably noticed that the last couple of newsletters have had a "From My Heart" attachment from Pastor Bob. Please take a moment to read them and give them some thought. Also this weeks edition explains the upcoming 50 day Spiritual Journey that Tapestry will be going on together between Easter and Pentecost this year so be sure to read it.
CELEBRATING MORE ROWING
We are rejoicing that another leader has chosen to pick up an oar! Binyam Asress has stepped forward to be the team leader for our children's ministry. How exciting it is to see the number of folks who are stepping up to grab an oar to help Tapestry get where God wants to take us. Thank you Binyam for listening to God's call to this vital ministry! We are blessed to have you in our midst. - What "oar" does God want YOU to grab?
SYC - SUMMER YOUTH CELEBRATION
Parents of teens, be sure to mark up your calendar and keep the following week open as our youth will be attending SYC, a fantastic summer camp hosted by the CNBC. There will be more details to come, but we do know it will be July 19-24th (Junior High week), and cost is $195.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE IN HAITI AND CHILI WITH CNBC - Many individuals and churches have expressed interest in volunteering as part of the Haiti relief effort. The following are some opportunities that have become available in the coming months. Space is limited for each opportunity, so please reply quickly if you are interested.
BAPTIST GLOBAL RESPONSE
Baptist Global Response (BGR) is beginning to send volunteer clean-up and medical teams to Haiti.
May 22-29, 2010 Clean-up Team
BGR is looking for a Clean-up Team of 8-10 individuals to arrive Sat, May 22 and depart Sat, May 29. If your church is interested in sending individuals to fill most or all of this team, please contact Peter Blackaby pblackaby@cnbc.ca. Team members must be Christians and will be responsible for their own expenses including flight into Port-au-Prince (approx $1000 CAD) and on site food ($30 USD per person per day). On the ground transportation and logistics is provided. Teams will be tenting in a secure compound near the airport.
Additional Opportunities – Medical & Clean-up Teams
BGR is recruiting individuals to join existing Medical teams (doctors, nurses/ EMT, and chaplains) and Clean-up teams through the months of April and May. If your church has a few people or even one individual interested in joining one of these teams, please contact Peter Blackaby pblackaby@cnbc.ca. Individuals must be Christians and will be responsible for their own expenses including flight into Port-au-Prince (approx $1000 CAD) and on site food ($30 USD per day). On the ground transportation and logistics is provided. Teams will be tenting in a secure compound near the airport.
STUDENTS THROUGH INTERNATIONAL MISSION BOARDInternational Mission Board has created opportunities for students to serve on two week teams in Haiti this summer. For details and dates, please go to: http://imbstudents.wordpress.com. Prices listed are in US dollars. DISASTER RELIEFIn the coming seasons, regional Disaster Relief Units may be sending teams to Haiti in the rebuild phase of response. Individuals responding through Disaster Relief will need basic training or higher. For details, contact your regional Disaster Relief coordinator:Western Canada (BC, AB, SK, MB, & Territories) Darla Ponath dponath @cnbc.caCentral Canada (ON) Bob Rankin rarankin@idirect.comEastern Canada (QC & Atlantic Canada) Donna Boivert donnab@sequoiachurch.org
CHILE
Volunteer opportunities also exist to build shelters in Chile through Baptist Global Response. Approximate cost per person is $2000 CAD. If individuals or a team in your church is interested in volunteering through this avenue, please contact Peter Blackaby pblackaby@cnbc.ca.
TUSCANY COMMUNITY OUTREACH OPPORTUNITY
Again, we have a great opportunity to be involved in our community by serving where needed. On Saturday, April 3rd from 1 to 3 pm the Tuscany Club will be hosting an afternoon of family fun including games and crafts for the kids, face painting, balloon artistry and some special treats. They are in need of volunteers (14+ years) to help run games and activities, face painting and operating the popcorn machine. You can contact the Recreation Manager at clubprograms@shaw.ca for more details. Our involvement in the past has been greatly appreciated by the staff at the club, so plan to come and meet some new people, and trust that God will open doors to share the true meaning of Easter!
WEEKEND TO REMEMBER
Be sure to check out the info table at church or go to www.familylifecanada.org for an upcoming marriage retreat put by Family Life Canada. It will be in Banff, at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, April 30-May 2. Whether your marriage is on the ropes, just coasting, or pure bliss, there is something for everyone - including special Alumni breakout sessions. A great mix of sessions lead by 'been there, done that' couples, projects for you and your spouse, and a chance to get away with each other. If interested, be sure to contact Max & Lynda Blazina or Gordon & Andrea Weynschenk and if there are 4 or more couples, we can get the discounted group rate. Also, the hotel rooms are discounted to $129 / night, and this rate is available for nights outside of the conference from April 26-May 5.
PRAYING FOR ONE ANOTHER
This week, please pray for Ver, Mila, Tim and Rebekah Averion, and Victor, Chelsea, Arrie, Tianna and Manny Beda. If these names are new to you, be sure to seek these people out next Sunday and introduce yourself! Maybe you could write a note or encourage them by email. If you desire the church to join with you in prayer for any needs, please contact Lynda Blazina who will 'send it down' the prayer chain.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK...
Brooke Reid (Wed 24th) and David Miller (Fri, 26th) will celebrate being a year older this week! Although they may not be QUITE as thrilled as Jana was last week to be getting older, why don't you send them birthday wishes anyways? Did we miss you or someone in your family? Let Steve know and we'll update our records.