May 2008
Baptism photos, Summer, and the Genns
27/05/08 21:25
Baptism
Photos
Last Sunday was a very special day in the life of Tapestry as we gathered to celebrate with eleven in our church family who followed Jesus in believer's baptism. Despite the cold rain (hey, some of us were going to get wet anyway!), we had a great turnout - thanks to all of you who came out to show your support. A special heartfelt thanks to Thom and Lorie Gordon who hosted the event and went over and above the call of duty to serve us all. Check out the photos!
Summer Ministry
We're gearing up for 2 weeks of "giving ourselves away" to our community this July and you can be part of the action! Lynda Blazina is hosting a meeting at her place right after church on Sunday (lunch is provided) to talk about the plans and how you can be involved. For more information, please contact Lynda.
Host a Family
Speaking of summer ministry, there is a great and practical way for you to help - both in Tuscany and with our church plants! The team from Texas who is joining us for our first week of ministry in July needs a place to stay for two nights until they can get into their accommodation for the week. If you are able to host a single, couple or family June 27-28, please let Lynda Blazina know. We will also have a sign-up at church.
Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids July 16 - 20, please contact Kyla Moon and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available July 8 - 20, please let Kyla know.
Genn Update
Little Gus had his heart surgery on Tuesday and it appears all went well. Please continue to pray for a complete and speedy recovery. Josh and Kelly wish to extend their thanks for everyone's support and prayers! For an up-to-date report, check out the carepage Kelly has started.
Girls Clothing Needed
Steve & Marilyn Rathje are leading a "Family AdVenture" mission trip to Mexico this summer (July 19 - 30). The host ministry in Mexico has opened a girls orphanage and is in desperate need of clothing of all sizes. If you have girls clothing you would like to donate, please let the Steve & Marilyn know as they are rounding up clothes to take with them. Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Interested in joining us? For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
Last Sunday was a very special day in the life of Tapestry as we gathered to celebrate with eleven in our church family who followed Jesus in believer's baptism. Despite the cold rain (hey, some of us were going to get wet anyway!), we had a great turnout - thanks to all of you who came out to show your support. A special heartfelt thanks to Thom and Lorie Gordon who hosted the event and went over and above the call of duty to serve us all. Check out the photos!
Summer Ministry
We're gearing up for 2 weeks of "giving ourselves away" to our community this July and you can be part of the action! Lynda Blazina is hosting a meeting at her place right after church on Sunday (lunch is provided) to talk about the plans and how you can be involved. For more information, please contact Lynda.
Host a Family
Speaking of summer ministry, there is a great and practical way for you to help - both in Tuscany and with our church plants! The team from Texas who is joining us for our first week of ministry in July needs a place to stay for two nights until they can get into their accommodation for the week. If you are able to host a single, couple or family June 27-28, please let Lynda Blazina know. We will also have a sign-up at church.
Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids July 16 - 20, please contact Kyla Moon and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available July 8 - 20, please let Kyla know.
Genn Update
Little Gus had his heart surgery on Tuesday and it appears all went well. Please continue to pray for a complete and speedy recovery. Josh and Kelly wish to extend their thanks for everyone's support and prayers! For an up-to-date report, check out the carepage Kelly has started.
Girls Clothing Needed
Steve & Marilyn Rathje are leading a "Family AdVenture" mission trip to Mexico this summer (July 19 - 30). The host ministry in Mexico has opened a girls orphanage and is in desperate need of clothing of all sizes. If you have girls clothing you would like to donate, please let the Steve & Marilyn know as they are rounding up clothes to take with them. Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Interested in joining us? For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
Baptism, Men, Host a Family, & More . . .
21/05/08 23:32
Baptism
Celebration & BBQ
Come on out this Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 pm to Thom & Lorie Gordon's for a baptism service, followed by a BBQ (please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share). Support and celebrate with those in our church family who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in believer's baptism. We have twelve people being baptized - including an entire family!
Men's Ministry
Hey men, just a reminder that we meet every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. at the Tuscany Club. After setting up for the service together, we head over to Starbucks for some study and hanging out time.
Host a Family
There is a great and practical way for you to help with our summer ministry efforts - both in Tuscany and with our church plants! The team from Texas who is joining us for our first week of ministry in July needs a place to stay for two nights until they can get into their accommodation for the week. If you are able to host a single, couple or family June 27-28, please let Lynda Blazina know. We will also have a sign-up at church.
Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids July 16 - 20, please contact Kyla Moon and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available July 8 - 20, please let Kyla know.
Girls Clothing Needed
Steve & Marilyn Rathje are leading a "Family AdVenture" mission trip to Mexico this summer (July 19 - 30). The host ministry in Mexico has opened a girls orphanage and is in desperate need of clothing of all sizes. If you have girls clothing you would like to donate, please let the Steve & Marilyn know as they are rounding up clothes to take with them. Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Interested in joining us? For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
One More for Jesus
Jesse Morales is a CCSB church planter, a friend to many at Tapestry and a passionate and gifted evangelist. He has recently been diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and the doctor informed him that the average lifespan after diagnosis is only 2-3 years. Jesse's daughters are participating in a run to raise funds for ALS research on June 8 so their dad can keep winning people for Jesus. For more info, to join their team, or to contribute to their fund raising efforts, please visit their website. Please remember this family in your prayers.
Come on out this Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 pm to Thom & Lorie Gordon's for a baptism service, followed by a BBQ (please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share). Support and celebrate with those in our church family who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in believer's baptism. We have twelve people being baptized - including an entire family!
Men's Ministry
Hey men, just a reminder that we meet every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. at the Tuscany Club. After setting up for the service together, we head over to Starbucks for some study and hanging out time.
Host a Family
There is a great and practical way for you to help with our summer ministry efforts - both in Tuscany and with our church plants! The team from Texas who is joining us for our first week of ministry in July needs a place to stay for two nights until they can get into their accommodation for the week. If you are able to host a single, couple or family June 27-28, please let Lynda Blazina know. We will also have a sign-up at church.
Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids July 16 - 20, please contact Kyla Moon and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available July 8 - 20, please let Kyla know.
Girls Clothing Needed
Steve & Marilyn Rathje are leading a "Family AdVenture" mission trip to Mexico this summer (July 19 - 30). The host ministry in Mexico has opened a girls orphanage and is in desperate need of clothing of all sizes. If you have girls clothing you would like to donate, please let the Steve & Marilyn know as they are rounding up clothes to take with them. Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Interested in joining us? For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
One More for Jesus
Jesse Morales is a CCSB church planter, a friend to many at Tapestry and a passionate and gifted evangelist. He has recently been diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and the doctor informed him that the average lifespan after diagnosis is only 2-3 years. Jesse's daughters are participating in a run to raise funds for ALS research on June 8 so their dad can keep winning people for Jesus. For more info, to join their team, or to contribute to their fund raising efforts, please visit their website. Please remember this family in your prayers.
Baptism, Medicine Hat, Cleanup, & Host a Family
14/05/08 12:14
Baptism
Celebration & BBQ
We're going to gather at Thom & Lorie Gordon's on Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 pm (note time change) for a baptism service, followed by a BBQ (please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share). Come celebrate with and support those in our church family who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in believer's baptism. If you're interested in being baptized or even just exploring it further, please talk with Steve, Bob, Thom or Max.
Helping in the Hat
Jason and Leigh Wilks are starting a church in Medicine Hat as part of the Tapestry network and are looking for a group from Tapestry who can help with their kids day camp program for 4 days from July 23 - 26 (Wed - Sat). For more info, please contact Jason at jason@pathway-medicinehat.com.
Toward a Growing Marriage Seminar
Saturday. Catch-up day. But what if you devoted a Saturday to catch up on your marriage? Toward a Growing Marriage is a one-day conference with Dr. Gary Chapman (author of The Five Love Languages) on Saturday, May 24, 9:00 - 3:30 at Grace Baptist Church. Tickets ($43 per person) are available from Steve, Christian Publications, Blessings Christian Marketplace and Mountainview Bookstore (at the seminary in Cochrane).
Community Cleanup
Due to bad weather, the Tuscany Community Spring Cleanup planned for last Saturday was postponed to Saturday, May 24 from 9:00 to noon. We'll join our neighbors for morning juice/coffee before hitting the parks and trails, then enjoy a BBQ lunch to wrap up the event. Come on out, slap on a Tapestry t-shirt and volunteer a few hours with friends and family serving our community. Please contact Lynda Blazina or Steve Rathje to sign up.
Host a Family
There is a great and practical way for you to be a huge blessing to both of our church plants. Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Heart of Junction Church in Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids July 16 - 20, please contact Kyla Moon via email and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available July 8 - 20, please let Kyla know.
Family Mission Trip
Want to add some meaning to your next family vacation? Want to give your children the opportunity to experience another culture? Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Steve & Marilyn Rathje will be leading a team this summer (July 19 - 30) to Tepic, Mexico. For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
We're going to gather at Thom & Lorie Gordon's on Sunday, May 25 at 3:00 pm (note time change) for a baptism service, followed by a BBQ (please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share). Come celebrate with and support those in our church family who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in believer's baptism. If you're interested in being baptized or even just exploring it further, please talk with Steve, Bob, Thom or Max.
Helping in the Hat
Jason and Leigh Wilks are starting a church in Medicine Hat as part of the Tapestry network and are looking for a group from Tapestry who can help with their kids day camp program for 4 days from July 23 - 26 (Wed - Sat). For more info, please contact Jason at jason@pathway-medicinehat.com.
Toward a Growing Marriage Seminar
Saturday. Catch-up day. But what if you devoted a Saturday to catch up on your marriage? Toward a Growing Marriage is a one-day conference with Dr. Gary Chapman (author of The Five Love Languages) on Saturday, May 24, 9:00 - 3:30 at Grace Baptist Church. Tickets ($43 per person) are available from Steve, Christian Publications, Blessings Christian Marketplace and Mountainview Bookstore (at the seminary in Cochrane).
Community Cleanup
Due to bad weather, the Tuscany Community Spring Cleanup planned for last Saturday was postponed to Saturday, May 24 from 9:00 to noon. We'll join our neighbors for morning juice/coffee before hitting the parks and trails, then enjoy a BBQ lunch to wrap up the event. Come on out, slap on a Tapestry t-shirt and volunteer a few hours with friends and family serving our community. Please contact Lynda Blazina or Steve Rathje to sign up.
Host a Family
There is a great and practical way for you to be a huge blessing to both of our church plants. Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Heart of Junction Church in Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids July 16 - 20, please contact Kyla Moon via email and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available July 8 - 20, please let Kyla know.
Family Mission Trip
Want to add some meaning to your next family vacation? Want to give your children the opportunity to experience another culture? Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Steve & Marilyn Rathje will be leading a team this summer (July 19 - 30) to Tepic, Mexico. For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
Baptisms, Host a Family, Growing Your Marriage & Family Adventure!
09/05/08 14:41
Community
Clean-Up & BBQ postponed.
The Community Clean up has been postponed due to snow, and will take place Saturday, May 24. A new signup sheet will be available this Sunday for those able to attend the new event.
Baptism Celebration & BBQ
Mark your calendars! We're going to gather at Thom & Lorie Gordon's on Sunday, May 25 at 2:00 pm for a baptism service, followed by a BBQ (please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share). Come celebrate with and support those in our church family who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in believer's baptism. If you're interested in being baptized or even just exploring it further, please talk with Steve, Bob, Thom or Max.
Bilingual Baptism Service
Jeremiah and Mindy's bilingual bible study group is going to be baptizing Cesar and Eric (the two new believers Jeremiah shared about as part of a God story a number of weeks ago) this Sunday at 6:00 pm at Bow Valley Baptist Church in Cochrane. The baptism will be followed by a Spanish/English worship service, the Lord's Supper and a time of fellowship. Come on out to show your support to these new believers in their decision to follow Christ!
Host a family this summer
This is a great and practical way for you to be a huge blessing to both of our church plants. Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Heart of Junction Church in Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids 16-20 July, please contact Kyla Moon via email and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available 8-20 July, please let Kyla know.
Toward a Growing Marriage Seminar
Saturday. Catch-up day. But what if you devoted a Saturday to catch up on your marriage? Toward a Growing Marriage is a one-day conference with Dr. Gary Chapman (author of The Five Love Languages) on Saturday, May 24, 9:00 - 3:30 at Grace Baptist Church. Tickets ($43 per person) are available from Steve, Christian Publications, Blessings Christian Marketplace and Mountainview Bookstore (at the seminary in Cochrane).
Family AdVenture Mission Trip
Want to add some meaning to your next family vacation? Want to give your children the opportunity to experience another culture? Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Steve & Marilyn Rathje will be leading a team this summer (July 19 - 30) to Tepic, Mexico. For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
The Community Clean up has been postponed due to snow, and will take place Saturday, May 24. A new signup sheet will be available this Sunday for those able to attend the new event.
Baptism Celebration & BBQ
Mark your calendars! We're going to gather at Thom & Lorie Gordon's on Sunday, May 25 at 2:00 pm for a baptism service, followed by a BBQ (please bring a salad, side dish or dessert to share). Come celebrate with and support those in our church family who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in believer's baptism. If you're interested in being baptized or even just exploring it further, please talk with Steve, Bob, Thom or Max.
Bilingual Baptism Service
Jeremiah and Mindy's bilingual bible study group is going to be baptizing Cesar and Eric (the two new believers Jeremiah shared about as part of a God story a number of weeks ago) this Sunday at 6:00 pm at Bow Valley Baptist Church in Cochrane. The baptism will be followed by a Spanish/English worship service, the Lord's Supper and a time of fellowship. Come on out to show your support to these new believers in their decision to follow Christ!
Host a family this summer
This is a great and practical way for you to be a huge blessing to both of our church plants. Tapestry Rocky Ridge and Tapestry Citadel are hosting Bike Fests this summer, and they're looking for families to host the team from Heart of Junction Church in Colorado. This team stayed with our families last year, and it was a great experience for everyone involved. If you are able to host a single, couple, or family with kids 16-20 July, please contact Kyla Moon via email and let her know. If you're disappointed because 4 days just isn't long enough to really get to know someone, then you're in luck. Kevin and Kalina Young will get here early to prepare for Bike Fest, and, along with their 5 year old son Sam, will need a place to stay. If you have a spare room, a camper trailer, second house, basement suite, or even 2 couches available 8-20 July, please let Kyla know.
Toward a Growing Marriage Seminar
Saturday. Catch-up day. But what if you devoted a Saturday to catch up on your marriage? Toward a Growing Marriage is a one-day conference with Dr. Gary Chapman (author of The Five Love Languages) on Saturday, May 24, 9:00 - 3:30 at Grace Baptist Church. Tickets ($43 per person) are available from Steve, Christian Publications, Blessings Christian Marketplace and Mountainview Bookstore (at the seminary in Cochrane).
Family AdVenture Mission Trip
Want to add some meaning to your next family vacation? Want to give your children the opportunity to experience another culture? Family AdVenture is a family-oriented, "kid-friendly" mission experience involving a variety of work and ministry opportunities organized by Venture Teams International. Steve & Marilyn Rathje will be leading a team this summer (July 19 - 30) to Tepic, Mexico. For more info, please contact the Rathjes or visit VTI's Family AdVenture website.
Millers' Party, Baptism, Community Cleanup, and Photos
01/05/08 12:26
Prayer &
Communion
Just a reminder about our Friday night prayer time scheduled for the first and third Friday of every month, 7:00 pm at the Blazina's. This week we'll be having a special time of praying for the Genns and celebrate communion together.
Men's Ministry
To kick-off our new men's ministry, all guys are invited to meet at the church at 9:00 am on Sunday morning. We'll set up for the service together and then head over to Starbucks for some java and some hangin' out time before morning worship.
It's Miller Time!
We're having a party for David and Lauren Miller! In a few short weeks they'll be traveling back to the states and we want to gather to say good-bye, honor them for giving so much to Tapestry, and offer our heartfelt congrats on the baby and David's graduation. There is a potluck at the Blazina's immediatley after church this Sunday, May 4. If you would like to give to the Millers for the baby or their trip south, please give a monetary gift to them personally. Come on out to show them our love, appreciation and support! For more info, please contact Khara Tait.
Dave's All-You-Can-Eat Sendoff
All the guys (sorry ladies!) are invited to send Dave Miller off in style at an "all-you-can-eat" rib feast on Wednesday, May 7 at 6:00 pm at Crowfoot Montana's.
Community Cleanup & BBQ
Here's your chance to help make Tuscany an even better place while living out our value of "doing life together while we give ourselves away". We're assembling a group to volunteer at the annual spring Community Cleanup on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00 am - noon. We'll join our neighbors for morning juice/coffee before hitting the parks and trails, then enjoy a BBQ lunch at the Club to wrap up the event. Come on out, slap on a Tapestry t-shirt and volunteer a few hours with friends and family serving our community. Contact Lynda Blazina at 288-6615 to sign-up.
Baptism Celebration
Mark your calendars! We're going to gather on Sunday, May 25 for a church potluck and baptism service immediately following morning worship. Come celebrate with those who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in baptism. If you're interested in being baptized or even just exploring it further, please talk with Steve, Bob, Thom or Max.
Pot O'Luck Photos
Check out the photos from our recent potluck and Ireland Mission Team debriefing!
Just a reminder about our Friday night prayer time scheduled for the first and third Friday of every month, 7:00 pm at the Blazina's. This week we'll be having a special time of praying for the Genns and celebrate communion together.
Men's Ministry
To kick-off our new men's ministry, all guys are invited to meet at the church at 9:00 am on Sunday morning. We'll set up for the service together and then head over to Starbucks for some java and some hangin' out time before morning worship.
It's Miller Time!
We're having a party for David and Lauren Miller! In a few short weeks they'll be traveling back to the states and we want to gather to say good-bye, honor them for giving so much to Tapestry, and offer our heartfelt congrats on the baby and David's graduation. There is a potluck at the Blazina's immediatley after church this Sunday, May 4. If you would like to give to the Millers for the baby or their trip south, please give a monetary gift to them personally. Come on out to show them our love, appreciation and support! For more info, please contact Khara Tait.
Dave's All-You-Can-Eat Sendoff
All the guys (sorry ladies!) are invited to send Dave Miller off in style at an "all-you-can-eat" rib feast on Wednesday, May 7 at 6:00 pm at Crowfoot Montana's.
Community Cleanup & BBQ
Here's your chance to help make Tuscany an even better place while living out our value of "doing life together while we give ourselves away". We're assembling a group to volunteer at the annual spring Community Cleanup on Saturday, May 10 from 9:00 am - noon. We'll join our neighbors for morning juice/coffee before hitting the parks and trails, then enjoy a BBQ lunch at the Club to wrap up the event. Come on out, slap on a Tapestry t-shirt and volunteer a few hours with friends and family serving our community. Contact Lynda Blazina at 288-6615 to sign-up.
Baptism Celebration
Mark your calendars! We're going to gather on Sunday, May 25 for a church potluck and baptism service immediately following morning worship. Come celebrate with those who are taking the next step in their walk with Jesus by following Him in baptism. If you're interested in being baptized or even just exploring it further, please talk with Steve, Bob, Thom or Max.
Pot O'Luck Photos
Check out the photos from our recent potluck and Ireland Mission Team debriefing!