November 22, 2015
CHURCH BULLETIN OF THE CANADIAN REFORMED CHURCHES AT
BARRHEAD AND NEERLANDIA Volume 21 Number 12 November 22nd 2015 A.D.
WORSHIP SERVICES BARRHEAD
NEERLANDIA
November 22
Rev. C. Vanderlinde Rev. C. Vanderlinde C.R.W.R.F.
Br. G. Veurink Br. G. Veurink M.E.R.F.
November 29
Rev. A.B. Roukema Rev. A.B. Roukema C.R.W.R.F.
Reading Reading M.E.R.F.
Rev. C. Vanderlinde (780) 284-4080
Br. A. Vanleeuwen (780) 674-5232
The bulletin is published under the responsibility of the respective consistory. Barrhead Editors: Rev. C. Vanderlinde: [email protected], Br. J. Tiggelaar: [email protected] Neerlandia Editors: Br. A. Vanleeuwen, Br. R. VanAssen Deadline: All ads must be emailed to [email protected] or for Barrhead to one of the editors no later than 6:00 p.m. on the Wednesday before publication.
GENERAL NEWS ROLLING CALENDAR General December 11 Rejoicing Voices Christmas Concert Barrhead December 7 Ladies Christmas Party December 12 - Craft afternoon December 13 - Christmas program
Neerlandia December 4 Congregational Meeting
FURNITURE NEEDED We have the opportunity to be moving into the manse in Neerlandia and are in need of some furniture as there currently is none and we are not keen to eat off the floor! We are wondering if there is anyone who has some furniture they might be willing to sell or donate to the homeless teacher fund. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Marieke (780-305-9817) or Miranda (1-780-218-5319).
REJOICING VOICES CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Barrhead and Neerlandia congregations are together invited to join the Rejoicing Voices Choir as we together sing praises to God in remembrance of our Saviour's birth. The concert will be held in the Neerlandia Canadian Reformed church building on Friday, December 11 at 8:00 D.V.
PREACHING THE WHOLE GOSPEL TO THE WHOLE PERSON th
The Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary will be hosting its 6 annual conference on Thursday to Friday, January 14–15, D.V., at the Ebenezer CanRC building, Burlington. This year the conference will focus on the preaching of the whole gospel to the whole person. The conference will feature 6 speeches and a choice of workshop. Speakers include Rev. Eric B. Watkins, Dr. Lawrence W. Bilkes, Dr. James Visscher and Dr. Arjan de Visser. There will also be plenty of time for questions and discussion. The registration deadline is December 31. Fees are $50 ($35 for students), but if you attend only the two evening speeches no registration is required as they are free. The registration form and more information can be found at www.canadianreformedseminary.ca.
ORLANDO CONFERENCE – STILL TIME TO SIGN UP! Calling all Christian men and women – do you wonder what Scripture teaches about the roles of women in the church? Are you concerned about certain trends or hopeful for new initiatives? Join us on Feb 8-10 in Orlando, FL to discuss these questions under the theme, “Women in the Teaching Offices” at North America’s first ICRC sponsored conference! Speakers include Dr. Richard Gaffin, Dr. Alan Strange and Dr. Cornel Venema. Check out all the details including registration information at: www.icrconline.com . Hurry, space is limited!
BARRHEAD NEWS TO AND FROM THE CONGREGATION In the Scriptures we are called to mourn with those who mourn. We do so in light of the terrible news of many lives being suddenly taken or seriously injured in the deadly terrorist attacks in Paris last week (not to mention the attacks in Beirut the day earlier). In the days which followed, the free world has been living in fear and on heightened alert for additional violent attacks. Death has suddenly became real and the human security structures many trusted in are suddenly seen to be as flimsy and feeble as they really are. Yet we know that our sovereign God remains in control. As his people we may trust that He has triumphed over death and evil and therefore nothing can separate us from his love. Let us then remember the grieving families who’ve lost life and pray that the church may reach out to the victims with the love of Christ and with the hope of the gospel. Let us also pray that justice and peace may prevail over such acts of injustice, and that those who plot wicked schemes may have their hearts changed. Together with all of this, let each of us be ready and longing for the day of Christ’s return when full justice and complete restoration will come to this broken and hurting world. As the weather temperatures get colder, let us not forget about our elderly and home-bound members for whom it is even more difficult and hazardous to venture out than otherwise. The winter months can therefore be especially lonely and quiet for them, and thus visits are welcome and appreciated. We also remember the expectant mothers in our congregation. We pray for healthy pregnancies for all mothers and children. In particular we think of sister Karina Tiggelaar who was placed on bedrest for the remaining weeks of her pregnancy. We wish
Karina and Logan much strength and patience at this time, and pray that they may receive the support they need as they await, in the Lord’s timing and under his blessing, the arrival of twins. May the arms of the congregation also reach out to you. It is most fitting to give recognition and a word of appreciation to Sr. Rikie Feringa for her 26 years of dedication and inconspicuous service in putting the liturgy upon on the board at the front of the (old) church. Due to the technological advancements, our sister may now enter “retirement” from this task. On behalf of the congregation we thank you for doing this work behind the scenes. As for what she’s been doing with all of her newfound spare time, you’ll have to ask her. May the Lord give to us all a blessed day of rest! CVL
BARRHEAD PREACHING SCHEDULE November 22 AM – Rev. C. Vanderlinde November 22 PM – Rev. C. Vanderlinde November 29 AM – Rev. A.B. Roukema November 29 PM – Rev. A.B. Roukema
BARRHEAD SCHEDULED COLLECTIONS November: C.R.W.R.F. December 6: Food Bank December: M.E.R.F. December 25 & 31: Pembina Pro-Life
CATECHISM INSTRUCTION Reminder for all: please come prepared with a Bible, Book of Praise, binder and a writing utensil. Remember that the Catechism classes will now also take place at our new building, keeping the same scheduled times. Class One: Class Two: This week's memory work is Lord's Day 35 (Q+A 96-98). Class Three: For our next class, remember to review the questions at the end of your Lesson 9 worksheet. If you are unable to make it to class, please be courteous and inform me. Thank you. CVL Pre-confession/Post-confession class: Meets weekly at the manse on Wednesday at 8pm – taught by Rev. Vanderlinde. Hope to see many of you come out again this week as we continue our study through the Belgic Confession. If you are unable to make it to class, please be courteous and inform me. Thank you. CVL
HOST FAMILY This week’s host family is the Dave & Grietje Manning family. November 29 – Nathan & Stephanie Larson family. December 6 – Greg & Claire Larson family. December 13 – James & Heather Aasman family. December 20 – Ken & Linda Koopmans family. December 27 – Rev. Calvin & Jolene Vanderlinde family.
CHOIR We will be practicing our Christmas songs on Tuesday evening at 7:45. Feel free to come and join us. We need a few more voices.
CHURCH LIFE Here are some dates to add to your calendar: December 12th - Craft afternoon December 13th - Christmas program Children ages 3-6 will be meeting in the sanctuary after first service until the 13th to practice songs for the Christmas program.
LADIES CHRISTMAS PARTY
th
Ladies Aid is hosting a Christmas party for all ladies (16+) on Monday, Dec 7 , at Louise Steenbergen’s home at 7:30pm. Come on out and share a fun and relaxing evening together. Please bring an appetizer to share and a food bank donation. Hope to see you!
PIE BAKE We are having another pie bake. Ladies have been very busy peeling apples and we're ready to make pies in our new kitchen. Could these ladies join us on Nov. 30 at 7:30? Claudia Wattel, Hetty Stel, Claire Larson, Tara Tiggelaar, Fay Mul, Arlene
Vandersluis, Irene Jagersma, Kim Vandermooren, Leanne Vandasselaar, Christine Vandenhoven, Marnie Vanleeuwen and Dana Vanleeuwen. If you are unable to make it, feel free to switch with someone else. Thanks.
GEMS Hello Gems Girls and Parents, Our next meeting is on Wednesday, November 25 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Please bring your book, scarf, a Bible, and a pen or pencil. You will also need to bring the tote bag from the previous craft! Please finish sewing your name on it and then we will be using the other side for the new craft. We will be doing the stenciling badge. Takyra and Jayleen will bring snacks and drinks.Hope to see you all there! If you have any questions, please contact Miranda or Stephanie Larson.
LIVING WATERS We will meet in the church building at 7:30 on November 29. We will be studying Session 4 of Respectable Sins. Garrick will lead the meeting, Jordan Peters will take care of coffee. New members are always welcome.
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY This week we are discussing session seven of our book Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges. Darlene is leading and Anita is babysitting. Please arrive early so we have time to get settled before we begin our session. We will be talking about what to study next at the end of our meeting. See you on Tuesday! New members are always welcome.
COMBINED STUDY CLUB Our next meeting will be on Nov. 25 at 8:00 in the church building. We will be discussing Amos 3 from chapter 4 of the book "You Only". Feel free to join us study a portion of God's word.
BABYSITTING NOV 22 NOV 29 AM
AM PM (INF) PM
(INF) Marian S, Leanne L, Laura O (TOD) Alja H, Stephanie L, Nadiya S Renee K, Renee V Jessica P, Bonnie V, Berenda H (TOD) Dana V, Marny V, Ryley J Irene J, Amy O
NEERLANDIA NEWS FOR AND FROM THE FLOCK So far it has been a quiet week in the life of the members of the congregation. At time of writing, there have been no babies born. This has been a very regular thing to write about in the last months. Our congregation has been graciously blessed. This year we have seen 12 new babies born, adding to our membership . We can be thankful when we see God’s covenant promises fulfilled as he promised to be with us and our children. We have also seen a number of members leaving for greener pastures. Our Br. and Sr. Ed and Elaine Aikema built their new home in Barrhead and are moving. They have been in Neerlandia for many years and will be missed, even though they will not be far from here. We wish them the Lord’s blessing as they take up their lives in the Barrhead congregation and may they be a blessing there. th We say goodbye to Sr. Katrina Janssen who will be married on the 28 of this month. She will be making her new home in Telkwa BC. We wish her the Lord’s blessing as she takes up her task there in the URC and may she be a blessing in the congregation. We congratulate Martha VanAssen with her birthday this week. May the Lord bless you in the coming year. On Wednesday we could see and hear about the Lord’s work being done in Ecuador and other countries. We hope you had the opportunity to see this presentation from Word and Deed about their work. We are sometimes so busy with our own lives that we tend to forget the work being done to spread the gospel to the very poor. May the Lord continue to bless this work and may we be a help where possible in word and deed. Let us not forget that after the second service we have election for another office bearer. There is a correction to be made with regards the upcoming congregational meeting that was put in last week’s bulletin. We will meet in the school and not in the church as was announced. Oops, the week was not over when writing this news. We want to congratulate Br. and Sr. Ivan and Sarah VanAssen who received a baby girl on Thursday by C-section. They named her Renae Danielle. There was some concern regarding the baby’s health before she was born, but the Lord answered all the prayers, and she is a very small but healthy little girl. Ivan and Sarah, may you receive everything you need to bring up this child in the fear of His great and awesome name. May we have a blessed Sunday as we welcome Br. Gerard Veurink on our pulpit this day. May we all examine our lives in the light of God’s Word. AV
PREACHING ARRANGEMENTS November 22 AM Br. G. Veurink PM Br. G. Veurink November 29 AM Reading Br. A. Vanleuwuen PM Reading: Br. J. Breukelman December 6 AM Rev. Slomp PM Possible Rev. Victor Atallah on behalf of MERF
MEMBERSHIP Baptized on October 4, 2015: Bryce Lincoln Peters, born September 16, 2015, son of Randy & Bec Peters; and Lexi Katrina Knol, born September 19, daughter of Leo & Melanie Knol Baptized: Jasmine Raine VanLaar, October 18, 2015, born October 4, 2015; daughter of Jesse & Leanne VanLaar Departed with attestation to the Canadian Reformed Church at Coaldale, AB, Sr. Adanna DeVries; October 25, 2015 Departed with attestation to the Canadian Reformed Church at Taber, AB, Sr. Roseanna Jansen; November 8, 2015 Departed with attestations to the Canadian Reformed Church at Barrhead, AB, Sr. Rachelle Rutledge and Sr. Nancy Sandink; November 8, 2015 Baptized: Kylie Jane VanDasselaar, November 8, 2015, born October 25, 2015; daughter of Brad & Cynthia VanDasselaar Departed with attestation to the Canadian Reformed Church at Barrhead, AB, Br. & Sr. Ed & Elaine Aikema; November 15, 2015 Departed with attestation to the United Reformed Church at Telkwa, BC, Sr. Katriena Janssen; November 22, 2015 New Address for Dyllan DeRuiter: 5114 - 50 Ave., Neerlandia, AB T0G 1R0 Membership Total (Nov. 22, 2015): 597 (303 communicant, 294 non-communicant)
PRESS RELEASE OF CONSISTORY MEETING NOV.12/2015. Chairman requests singing of Hy.35:1 and reads from Romans 28:28-39 after which he leads in prayer. Incoming mail : letter from FRC at Albany re Tony Mostert baptismal attestation Outgoing mail: letter to Br. Bert Wierenga and letter to Br. Kevin Vanderzyl. Attestation to Sr.Katrina Janssen to URC in Telkwa B.C. Attestation to Rachel Rutledge, Nancy Sandink ,Ed and Elaine Aikema to the CanRC at Barrhead. Home visits are reported on. Catechism class visit is reported on. A good report is received. Matters of supervision and discipline are dealt with. Memberships: Darlene Beekman visit is reported on Letter from Albany regarding Tony Mostert is discussed. He is placed in ward 2. Letter for Br.Bert Wierenga is discussed. Next meeting is set for Dec.14/2015 D.V. Br. VanLeeuwen leads in prayer. Chairman closes the meeting.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENT: Council wants to inform the congregation that there will be a congregational meeting on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 8 o’clock P.M in the church building. The purpose of this meeting is to present a proposal to the congregation to resolve the issue of church growth here in Neerlandia. We urge all members to come to this meeting to be informed on how council has come to this decision and we would appreciate everyone’s support in this matter. For council
CHURCH LADIES AID Our church ladies aid is having its annual sinterclass party on November 30 starting at 8pm at the home of Jane Breukelman. Please bring along a snack, and a $10 gift. Any women in the church wanting to be a new member of the ladies aid please come join us!!
YOUNG PEOPLES SOCIETY We have begun the study of the book Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges. Read and study Chapters 4, 5 and 6 before the next meeting. Please do the Personal Study Questions on pages 26-28. This pre-study is really beneficial when it comes to further discussions at our meetings, so please do so! Our next meeting will be held at Steven and Rosanna Jansen’s place at 8:00 pm on November 8, 2015 D.V. Ryan Froma will be opening this meeting. A reminder: the dues for this year are $20 and are to be paid to our previous treasurer, Caleb Kos, within the next two months. The cost for the study book (including the textbook) for this year is $32. This must be paid when you receive your books. Our two new presidents were decided at the first meeting: Levi Wierenga @ 780-284-3739 and Pieter Steenbergen @ 780-284-4060. Feel free to contact them if you have any questions. SVA
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Our next meeting will be November 24th, D.V. Coffee is on at 9:45 and the meeting begins at 10. We will be studying our next section from Shining like Stars, entitled Coram Deo - dealing with Phillipians 2:12-13. All ladies are welcome to join us! Leader: Jennifer O. Babysitters: Kathy K., Deanna D., & Kathleen T. Baking & Prayer: Sally V.
WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN'S SOCIETY Our next meeting on Luke 3 is to be on Nov 25, 2015. We are going to study chapter 3 Christ Identified for His Messianic Ministry (pages 59-67) of the book "Messiah, the Holy One of God". For further study you can also read pages 173-176 of the book "Unseen Footprints" by Peter Feenstra. Baking and Prayer: Yvonne VanLaar Please join us in our study of God's word even if only for a time or two. We would love to see you.
SERVICE COMMITTEE To all seniors or disabled members of our congregation: We as Young Peoples Society continue to offer our services with chores in and around your home. To make arrangements please call Nelson W. @ 780-305-5099 or Kurt V. @ 780-206-6604. We would love to help you!
HOST FAMILY Nov 22 Aaldert & Saakje Otten Nov 29 Jan & Jen Otten Dec 6 Richard & Fettie Peters
BABYSITTNG Nov. 22 Nov. 29
AM Up – Rhea K, Diane K, Julia VR Down – Gwen M. Melissa M. Niomi VL, Marissa D PM Up – Jen O, Bec P, Alyshia K Down – Saakje O, Tara St. AM Up – Roseanne O, Christina P, Jantienna H Down – Debra P, Kym P, Jenessa D, Hailey W PM Up – Michelle P, Frieda R, Alyssa D Down – Francine S, Averi A
BARRHEAD AND NEERLANDIA Volume 21 Number 12 November 22nd 2015 A.D.
WORSHIP SERVICES BARRHEAD
NEERLANDIA
November 22
Rev. C. Vanderlinde Rev. C. Vanderlinde C.R.W.R.F.
Br. G. Veurink Br. G. Veurink M.E.R.F.
November 29
Rev. A.B. Roukema Rev. A.B. Roukema C.R.W.R.F.
Reading Reading M.E.R.F.
Rev. C. Vanderlinde (780) 284-4080
Br. A. Vanleeuwen (780) 674-5232
The bulletin is published under the responsibility of the respective consistory. Barrhead Editors: Rev. C. Vanderlinde: [email protected], Br. J. Tiggelaar: [email protected] Neerlandia Editors: Br. A. Vanleeuwen, Br. R. VanAssen Deadline: All ads must be emailed to [email protected] or for Barrhead to one of the editors no later than 6:00 p.m. on the Wednesday before publication.
GENERAL NEWS ROLLING CALENDAR General December 11 Rejoicing Voices Christmas Concert Barrhead December 7 Ladies Christmas Party December 12 - Craft afternoon December 13 - Christmas program
Neerlandia December 4 Congregational Meeting
FURNITURE NEEDED We have the opportunity to be moving into the manse in Neerlandia and are in need of some furniture as there currently is none and we are not keen to eat off the floor! We are wondering if there is anyone who has some furniture they might be willing to sell or donate to the homeless teacher fund. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Marieke (780-305-9817) or Miranda (1-780-218-5319).
REJOICING VOICES CHRISTMAS CONCERT The Barrhead and Neerlandia congregations are together invited to join the Rejoicing Voices Choir as we together sing praises to God in remembrance of our Saviour's birth. The concert will be held in the Neerlandia Canadian Reformed church building on Friday, December 11 at 8:00 D.V.
PREACHING THE WHOLE GOSPEL TO THE WHOLE PERSON th
The Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary will be hosting its 6 annual conference on Thursday to Friday, January 14–15, D.V., at the Ebenezer CanRC building, Burlington. This year the conference will focus on the preaching of the whole gospel to the whole person. The conference will feature 6 speeches and a choice of workshop. Speakers include Rev. Eric B. Watkins, Dr. Lawrence W. Bilkes, Dr. James Visscher and Dr. Arjan de Visser. There will also be plenty of time for questions and discussion. The registration deadline is December 31. Fees are $50 ($35 for students), but if you attend only the two evening speeches no registration is required as they are free. The registration form and more information can be found at www.canadianreformedseminary.ca.
ORLANDO CONFERENCE – STILL TIME TO SIGN UP! Calling all Christian men and women – do you wonder what Scripture teaches about the roles of women in the church? Are you concerned about certain trends or hopeful for new initiatives? Join us on Feb 8-10 in Orlando, FL to discuss these questions under the theme, “Women in the Teaching Offices” at North America’s first ICRC sponsored conference! Speakers include Dr. Richard Gaffin, Dr. Alan Strange and Dr. Cornel Venema. Check out all the details including registration information at: www.icrconline.com . Hurry, space is limited!
BARRHEAD NEWS TO AND FROM THE CONGREGATION In the Scriptures we are called to mourn with those who mourn. We do so in light of the terrible news of many lives being suddenly taken or seriously injured in the deadly terrorist attacks in Paris last week (not to mention the attacks in Beirut the day earlier). In the days which followed, the free world has been living in fear and on heightened alert for additional violent attacks. Death has suddenly became real and the human security structures many trusted in are suddenly seen to be as flimsy and feeble as they really are. Yet we know that our sovereign God remains in control. As his people we may trust that He has triumphed over death and evil and therefore nothing can separate us from his love. Let us then remember the grieving families who’ve lost life and pray that the church may reach out to the victims with the love of Christ and with the hope of the gospel. Let us also pray that justice and peace may prevail over such acts of injustice, and that those who plot wicked schemes may have their hearts changed. Together with all of this, let each of us be ready and longing for the day of Christ’s return when full justice and complete restoration will come to this broken and hurting world. As the weather temperatures get colder, let us not forget about our elderly and home-bound members for whom it is even more difficult and hazardous to venture out than otherwise. The winter months can therefore be especially lonely and quiet for them, and thus visits are welcome and appreciated. We also remember the expectant mothers in our congregation. We pray for healthy pregnancies for all mothers and children. In particular we think of sister Karina Tiggelaar who was placed on bedrest for the remaining weeks of her pregnancy. We wish
Karina and Logan much strength and patience at this time, and pray that they may receive the support they need as they await, in the Lord’s timing and under his blessing, the arrival of twins. May the arms of the congregation also reach out to you. It is most fitting to give recognition and a word of appreciation to Sr. Rikie Feringa for her 26 years of dedication and inconspicuous service in putting the liturgy upon on the board at the front of the (old) church. Due to the technological advancements, our sister may now enter “retirement” from this task. On behalf of the congregation we thank you for doing this work behind the scenes. As for what she’s been doing with all of her newfound spare time, you’ll have to ask her. May the Lord give to us all a blessed day of rest! CVL
BARRHEAD PREACHING SCHEDULE November 22 AM – Rev. C. Vanderlinde November 22 PM – Rev. C. Vanderlinde November 29 AM – Rev. A.B. Roukema November 29 PM – Rev. A.B. Roukema
BARRHEAD SCHEDULED COLLECTIONS November: C.R.W.R.F. December 6: Food Bank December: M.E.R.F. December 25 & 31: Pembina Pro-Life
CATECHISM INSTRUCTION Reminder for all: please come prepared with a Bible, Book of Praise, binder and a writing utensil. Remember that the Catechism classes will now also take place at our new building, keeping the same scheduled times. Class One: Class Two: This week's memory work is Lord's Day 35 (Q+A 96-98). Class Three: For our next class, remember to review the questions at the end of your Lesson 9 worksheet. If you are unable to make it to class, please be courteous and inform me. Thank you. CVL Pre-confession/Post-confession class: Meets weekly at the manse on Wednesday at 8pm – taught by Rev. Vanderlinde. Hope to see many of you come out again this week as we continue our study through the Belgic Confession. If you are unable to make it to class, please be courteous and inform me. Thank you. CVL
HOST FAMILY This week’s host family is the Dave & Grietje Manning family. November 29 – Nathan & Stephanie Larson family. December 6 – Greg & Claire Larson family. December 13 – James & Heather Aasman family. December 20 – Ken & Linda Koopmans family. December 27 – Rev. Calvin & Jolene Vanderlinde family.
CHOIR We will be practicing our Christmas songs on Tuesday evening at 7:45. Feel free to come and join us. We need a few more voices.
CHURCH LIFE Here are some dates to add to your calendar: December 12th - Craft afternoon December 13th - Christmas program Children ages 3-6 will be meeting in the sanctuary after first service until the 13th to practice songs for the Christmas program.
LADIES CHRISTMAS PARTY
th
Ladies Aid is hosting a Christmas party for all ladies (16+) on Monday, Dec 7 , at Louise Steenbergen’s home at 7:30pm. Come on out and share a fun and relaxing evening together. Please bring an appetizer to share and a food bank donation. Hope to see you!
PIE BAKE We are having another pie bake. Ladies have been very busy peeling apples and we're ready to make pies in our new kitchen. Could these ladies join us on Nov. 30 at 7:30? Claudia Wattel, Hetty Stel, Claire Larson, Tara Tiggelaar, Fay Mul, Arlene
Vandersluis, Irene Jagersma, Kim Vandermooren, Leanne Vandasselaar, Christine Vandenhoven, Marnie Vanleeuwen and Dana Vanleeuwen. If you are unable to make it, feel free to switch with someone else. Thanks.
GEMS Hello Gems Girls and Parents, Our next meeting is on Wednesday, November 25 from 6:30-8:30 PM. Please bring your book, scarf, a Bible, and a pen or pencil. You will also need to bring the tote bag from the previous craft! Please finish sewing your name on it and then we will be using the other side for the new craft. We will be doing the stenciling badge. Takyra and Jayleen will bring snacks and drinks.Hope to see you all there! If you have any questions, please contact Miranda or Stephanie Larson.
LIVING WATERS We will meet in the church building at 7:30 on November 29. We will be studying Session 4 of Respectable Sins. Garrick will lead the meeting, Jordan Peters will take care of coffee. New members are always welcome.
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY This week we are discussing session seven of our book Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges. Darlene is leading and Anita is babysitting. Please arrive early so we have time to get settled before we begin our session. We will be talking about what to study next at the end of our meeting. See you on Tuesday! New members are always welcome.
COMBINED STUDY CLUB Our next meeting will be on Nov. 25 at 8:00 in the church building. We will be discussing Amos 3 from chapter 4 of the book "You Only". Feel free to join us study a portion of God's word.
BABYSITTING NOV 22 NOV 29 AM
AM PM (INF) PM
(INF) Marian S, Leanne L, Laura O (TOD) Alja H, Stephanie L, Nadiya S Renee K, Renee V Jessica P, Bonnie V, Berenda H (TOD) Dana V, Marny V, Ryley J Irene J, Amy O
NEERLANDIA NEWS FOR AND FROM THE FLOCK So far it has been a quiet week in the life of the members of the congregation. At time of writing, there have been no babies born. This has been a very regular thing to write about in the last months. Our congregation has been graciously blessed. This year we have seen 12 new babies born, adding to our membership . We can be thankful when we see God’s covenant promises fulfilled as he promised to be with us and our children. We have also seen a number of members leaving for greener pastures. Our Br. and Sr. Ed and Elaine Aikema built their new home in Barrhead and are moving. They have been in Neerlandia for many years and will be missed, even though they will not be far from here. We wish them the Lord’s blessing as they take up their lives in the Barrhead congregation and may they be a blessing there. th We say goodbye to Sr. Katrina Janssen who will be married on the 28 of this month. She will be making her new home in Telkwa BC. We wish her the Lord’s blessing as she takes up her task there in the URC and may she be a blessing in the congregation. We congratulate Martha VanAssen with her birthday this week. May the Lord bless you in the coming year. On Wednesday we could see and hear about the Lord’s work being done in Ecuador and other countries. We hope you had the opportunity to see this presentation from Word and Deed about their work. We are sometimes so busy with our own lives that we tend to forget the work being done to spread the gospel to the very poor. May the Lord continue to bless this work and may we be a help where possible in word and deed. Let us not forget that after the second service we have election for another office bearer. There is a correction to be made with regards the upcoming congregational meeting that was put in last week’s bulletin. We will meet in the school and not in the church as was announced. Oops, the week was not over when writing this news. We want to congratulate Br. and Sr. Ivan and Sarah VanAssen who received a baby girl on Thursday by C-section. They named her Renae Danielle. There was some concern regarding the baby’s health before she was born, but the Lord answered all the prayers, and she is a very small but healthy little girl. Ivan and Sarah, may you receive everything you need to bring up this child in the fear of His great and awesome name. May we have a blessed Sunday as we welcome Br. Gerard Veurink on our pulpit this day. May we all examine our lives in the light of God’s Word. AV
PREACHING ARRANGEMENTS November 22 AM Br. G. Veurink PM Br. G. Veurink November 29 AM Reading Br. A. Vanleuwuen PM Reading: Br. J. Breukelman December 6 AM Rev. Slomp PM Possible Rev. Victor Atallah on behalf of MERF
MEMBERSHIP Baptized on October 4, 2015: Bryce Lincoln Peters, born September 16, 2015, son of Randy & Bec Peters; and Lexi Katrina Knol, born September 19, daughter of Leo & Melanie Knol Baptized: Jasmine Raine VanLaar, October 18, 2015, born October 4, 2015; daughter of Jesse & Leanne VanLaar Departed with attestation to the Canadian Reformed Church at Coaldale, AB, Sr. Adanna DeVries; October 25, 2015 Departed with attestation to the Canadian Reformed Church at Taber, AB, Sr. Roseanna Jansen; November 8, 2015 Departed with attestations to the Canadian Reformed Church at Barrhead, AB, Sr. Rachelle Rutledge and Sr. Nancy Sandink; November 8, 2015 Baptized: Kylie Jane VanDasselaar, November 8, 2015, born October 25, 2015; daughter of Brad & Cynthia VanDasselaar Departed with attestation to the Canadian Reformed Church at Barrhead, AB, Br. & Sr. Ed & Elaine Aikema; November 15, 2015 Departed with attestation to the United Reformed Church at Telkwa, BC, Sr. Katriena Janssen; November 22, 2015 New Address for Dyllan DeRuiter: 5114 - 50 Ave., Neerlandia, AB T0G 1R0 Membership Total (Nov. 22, 2015): 597 (303 communicant, 294 non-communicant)
PRESS RELEASE OF CONSISTORY MEETING NOV.12/2015. Chairman requests singing of Hy.35:1 and reads from Romans 28:28-39 after which he leads in prayer. Incoming mail : letter from FRC at Albany re Tony Mostert baptismal attestation Outgoing mail: letter to Br. Bert Wierenga and letter to Br. Kevin Vanderzyl. Attestation to Sr.Katrina Janssen to URC in Telkwa B.C. Attestation to Rachel Rutledge, Nancy Sandink ,Ed and Elaine Aikema to the CanRC at Barrhead. Home visits are reported on. Catechism class visit is reported on. A good report is received. Matters of supervision and discipline are dealt with. Memberships: Darlene Beekman visit is reported on Letter from Albany regarding Tony Mostert is discussed. He is placed in ward 2. Letter for Br.Bert Wierenga is discussed. Next meeting is set for Dec.14/2015 D.V. Br. VanLeeuwen leads in prayer. Chairman closes the meeting.
COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENT: Council wants to inform the congregation that there will be a congregational meeting on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 8 o’clock P.M in the church building. The purpose of this meeting is to present a proposal to the congregation to resolve the issue of church growth here in Neerlandia. We urge all members to come to this meeting to be informed on how council has come to this decision and we would appreciate everyone’s support in this matter. For council
CHURCH LADIES AID Our church ladies aid is having its annual sinterclass party on November 30 starting at 8pm at the home of Jane Breukelman. Please bring along a snack, and a $10 gift. Any women in the church wanting to be a new member of the ladies aid please come join us!!
YOUNG PEOPLES SOCIETY We have begun the study of the book Respectable Sins by Jerry Bridges. Read and study Chapters 4, 5 and 6 before the next meeting. Please do the Personal Study Questions on pages 26-28. This pre-study is really beneficial when it comes to further discussions at our meetings, so please do so! Our next meeting will be held at Steven and Rosanna Jansen’s place at 8:00 pm on November 8, 2015 D.V. Ryan Froma will be opening this meeting. A reminder: the dues for this year are $20 and are to be paid to our previous treasurer, Caleb Kos, within the next two months. The cost for the study book (including the textbook) for this year is $32. This must be paid when you receive your books. Our two new presidents were decided at the first meeting: Levi Wierenga @ 780-284-3739 and Pieter Steenbergen @ 780-284-4060. Feel free to contact them if you have any questions. SVA
TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Our next meeting will be November 24th, D.V. Coffee is on at 9:45 and the meeting begins at 10. We will be studying our next section from Shining like Stars, entitled Coram Deo - dealing with Phillipians 2:12-13. All ladies are welcome to join us! Leader: Jennifer O. Babysitters: Kathy K., Deanna D., & Kathleen T. Baking & Prayer: Sally V.
WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN'S SOCIETY Our next meeting on Luke 3 is to be on Nov 25, 2015. We are going to study chapter 3 Christ Identified for His Messianic Ministry (pages 59-67) of the book "Messiah, the Holy One of God". For further study you can also read pages 173-176 of the book "Unseen Footprints" by Peter Feenstra. Baking and Prayer: Yvonne VanLaar Please join us in our study of God's word even if only for a time or two. We would love to see you.
SERVICE COMMITTEE To all seniors or disabled members of our congregation: We as Young Peoples Society continue to offer our services with chores in and around your home. To make arrangements please call Nelson W. @ 780-305-5099 or Kurt V. @ 780-206-6604. We would love to help you!
HOST FAMILY Nov 22 Aaldert & Saakje Otten Nov 29 Jan & Jen Otten Dec 6 Richard & Fettie Peters
BABYSITTNG Nov. 22 Nov. 29
AM Up – Rhea K, Diane K, Julia VR Down – Gwen M. Melissa M. Niomi VL, Marissa D PM Up – Jen O, Bec P, Alyshia K Down – Saakje O, Tara St. AM Up – Roseanne O, Christina P, Jantienna H Down – Debra P, Kym P, Jenessa D, Hailey W PM Up – Michelle P, Frieda R, Alyssa D Down – Francine S, Averi A
