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Helping Hands Needed, Evangelism Training, & Baptism Service

HELP NEEDED
Kurt & Sarah Gullacher and their family are moving to Okotoks this weekend and could use some help.  They're looking for help loading the truck on Friday evening, May 29 around 6:00 pm (pizza supper provided!) and then with unloading at their new place in Okotoks on Saturday.  If you can help on either day, it would be most appreciated.  Please contact Kurt & Sarah at 403-921-9021 or 403-829-7690.  This is a great opportunity for your small group to serve together!
 
EVANGELISM TRAINING
We're offering some evangelism training this Saturday, May 30 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm in the chapel at the seminary in Cochrane.  We'll talk about our fears related to evangelism, how to tell our stories and methods for sharing the gospel.  If you plan to come and haven't yet signed up, please contact Steve.  Breakfast, lunch and refreshments are provided.
 
Also, just a reminder that we're going to track how we're doing as a church with sharing the Good News about Jesus.  When you plant a seed by sharing your faith, let Steve know and we'll add it to the total.  
 
BAPTISM SERVICE & BBQ
Everyone is invited to Thom & Lorie Gordon's on Sunday, June 7 at 3:00 pm for a baptism service and 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.
 
DISCOVER TAPESTRY
New to Tapestry?  You're invited to our "Discover Tapestry" class on Sunday, June 14 (note date change) at 6:30 pm.   It's an opportunity to learn who we are as a church, what we're about and how you can be part of the Tapestry family.  To sign-up, please contact Steve.
 
COMING SOON...
  • End-of-year Wrap up Celebration - Sunday, June 28, 10:30 am at the Tuscany Club (this will replace our regular church service)
  • Tuscany Community Stampede Breakfast - Saturday, July 11, 9:30 am at the Tuscany Club.  As in previous years, we'll be looking for volunteers to help with the event - details to follow.  Also, if any children/youth are interested in being part of a music/dance ensemble to perform during the event (like we had last year), please speak to Steve.
SERMON SCRIPTURE
This week, the message will be based on Acts 14:1-28.  Check it out ahead of time and read about the rest of Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journey and their return home to Antioch in Syria.
 
GOD'S WORD IN YOU
Here's the memory verse for this week:  Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers.  But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on his law he meditates day and night.  He is like a tree planted by streams of water which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither.  Whatever he does prospers (Psalm 1:1-3 NIV).

International Dinner, Helping Hands Needed, Evangelism Training, & Baptism Service

INTERNATIONAL DINNER - THIS SATURDAY!
Get ready for an ethnic feast as the Hertzsprung small group hosts an International Potluck Dinner at the Tuscany Club this coming Saturday, May 23 at 6:30 pm. Come prepared to share an evening together celebrating our diverse heritage! If you haven't signed up, please contact Meyen Hertzsprung and let her know what ethnic dish you'd like to bring.

HELP NEEDED
Kurt & Sarah Gullacher and their family are moving to Okotoks at the end of the month and could use some helping hands. They're looking for help loading the truck on the evening of Friday, May 29 (pizza supper provided!) and then with unloading at their new place the next day, Saturday, May 30. If you can help on either day, it would be most appreciated. Please contact Kurt & Sarah at 403-569-9021 or by email. This is a great opportunity for your small group to serve together!

EVANGELISM TRAINING
Do you find it hard to share your faith with others? Looking for some practical help in learning how to do so more effectively? Come on out for some evangelism training on Saturday, May 30 from 9:00 am to 2:15 pm in the chapel at the seminary in Cochrane. We'll talk about our fears related to evangelism, how to tell our stories and methods for sharing the gospel. If you plan to come, please sign-up at church or contact Steve. Breakfast, lunch and refreshments are provided.

Also, just a reminder that we're going to track how we're doing as a church with sharing the Good News about Jesus. When you plant a seed by sharing your faith, let Steve know and we'll add it to the total.

BAPTISM SERVICE & POTLUCK
Mark your calendars! We're going to gather at Thom & Lorie Gordon's on Sunday, June 7 after church for a baptism service and 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.

CNBC ANNUAL CONVENTION
In Edmonton, June 30 - July 2. A great opportunity to connect with others from Canadian National Baptist Convention (CNBC) churches across Canada for worship, celebration and training. Amazing programs for children and youth, combined with great sessions covering a variety of areas for ministry and spiritual growth make this an event for the whole family. Pick up a brochure at church and make plans to attend!

SERMON FOLLOW-UP
Thinking about the message last Sunday...
  • A key point: Giving ourselves away means being willing to give away our best.
  • For further reflection: Jesus said, "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will find it." (Matthew 16:24-25) How does this verse apply to your life? How does it apply to Tapestry?
SERMON SCRIPTURE
This week, the message will be based on look at Acts 13:13-52, where we continue following Paul and Barnabas on their missionary journey.

GOD'S WORD IN YOU
Here's the memory verse for this week: If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone (Romans 12:18, NIV).

Sowing Seeds, International Dinner, & Discover Tapestry

SOWING SEEDS
As a follow-up to the Action 52 evangelism message a couple of weeks ago, we're going to track how we're doing as a church with sharing the Good News about Jesus.  When you plant a seed by sharing your faith, let Steve know and we'll add it to the total.  Also, just a reminder to be praying for your friends, neighbors and family members who don't yet know the Lord.  It's amazing what happens when we begin to pray for the lost and ask God to open doors to share the gospel.  It will be exciting to see what God does as we're faithful to pray and share! 
   
INTERNATIONAL DINNER
Get ready for an ethnic feast as the Hertzsprung small group hosts an International Potluck Dinner at the Tuscany Club on Saturday, May 23 at 6:30 pm.  Come prepared to share an evening together celebrating our diverse heritage.  Please sign-up at church on Sunday and let us know what ethnic dish you'd like to bring.  If you have ideas or questions, contact Meyen Hertzsprung or Tim Averion.
 
HELP NEEDED
Kurt & Sarah Gullacher and their family are moving to Okotoks at the end of the month and could use some helping hands.  They're looking for help loading the truck on the evening of Friday, May 29 (pizza supper provided!) and then with unloading at their new place the next day, Saturday, May 30.  If you can help on either day, it would be most appreciated.  Please contact Kurt & Sarah at 403-569-9021 or by email.  This is a great opportunity for your small group to serve together!
 
EVANGELISM TRAINING
Do you find it hard to share your faith with others?  Looking for some practical help in learning how to do so more effectively?  Come on out for some evangelism training on Saturday, May 30 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Mission Center in Cochrane.  Please sign-up at church or contact Steve so we know you're coming.
 
DISCOVER TAPESTRY
New to Tapestry?  Interested in learning what we're about, where we sense God is leading us and how you can be a part of the Tapestry family?  We will be hosting a "Discover Tapestry" class on Sunday, May 31 at 6:30 pm at Steve & Marilyn's place.  To sign-up, please contact Steve.
 
CNBC ANNUAL CONVENTION 
In Edmonton, June 30 - July 2.  A great opportunity to connect with others from Canadian National Baptist Convention (CNBC) churches across Canada for worship, celebration and training.  Amazing programs for children and youth, combined with great sessions covering a variety of areas for ministry and spiritual growth make this an event for the whole family.  Pick up a brochure at church and make plans to attend!   
 
SERMON FOLLOW-UP
Thinking about the message last Sunday...
  • A key point:  When we're feeling overwhelmed and inadequate, Jesus is able to take what little we have and make it more than enough.
  • For further reflection:  Steve closed his message with this invitation from Jesus:  "Are you tired?  Worn out"  Burned out...?  Come to me.  Get away with me and you'll recover your life.  I'll show you how to take a real rest.  Walk with me and work with me - watch how I do it.  Learn the unforced rhythms of grace.  I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you.  Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly."  (Matthew 11:28-30, The Message).  How can you apply these verses to your life?
SERMON SCRIPTURE
This week, we'll return to our study of Acts and look at Acts 13:1-12.  Check it out ahead of time!
 
GOD'S WORD IN YOU
Here's the memory verse for this week:  Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me.  He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him (John 14:21 NIV).

Community Clean-up, International Dinner, & Evangelism Training

YOUTH
This Friday, the youth will be meeting at the Genn's place at 7:00 pm to continue their Bible Study (Chapter 5).  Anyone needing a ride should contact Josh & Kelly at 403-668-1479.
  
COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP - THIS SATURDAY!
Thanks to everyone who has signed up for the Tuscany Community Clean-up this Saturday!  Please meet at the Tuscany Club at 9:00 am.  We'll join our neighbors for juice/coffee before hitting the parks and trails.  Afterward, we'll enjoy a BBQ lunch to wrap things up around noon.  If you haven't signed up, it's not too late!  Please contact Steve or just show up on Saturday.  This is a great way for us as a church to serve our community and get to know our neighbors!   
 
BAPTISM
Once we've decided to follow Jesus, He wants us to publicly confess our personal commitment to Him through believer's baptism.  If you're interested in being baptized or just want to learn more about baptism, please speak with Steve or one of the elders (Bob, Max or Thom).  We are planning a baptism service for early June.
 
INTERNATIONAL DINNER
Get ready for an ethnic feast as the Hertzsprung small group hosts an International Potluck Dinner on Saturday, May 23, 6:30 pm at the Tuscany Club.  Come prepared to share an evening together celebrating our diverse heritage.  Please sign-up at church on Sunday and let us know what ethnic dish you'd like to bring.  More details to follow!  If you have ideas or questions, contact Meyen Hertzsprung or Tim Averion at phil.e.pino@hotmail.com.
 
EVANGELISM TRAINING
Do you find it hard to share your faith with others?  Looking for some practical help in learning how to do so more effectively?  As a follow-up to the message last Sunday, we're offering some evangelism training on Saturday, May 30 from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm in the chapel at the seminary in Cochrane.  Please sign-up at church or contact Steve so we know you're coming.
 
DISCOVER TAPESTRY
New to Tapestry?  Interested in learning what we're about, where we sense God is leading us and how you can be a part of the Tapestry family?  We will be hosting a "Discover Tapestry" class on Sunday, May 31 at 6:30 pm at Steve & Marilyn's place.  To sign-up, please contact Steve.
 
GOD'S WORD IN YOU
Here's the memory verse for this week:  Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4 NIV).