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May 2012
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On mission around the corner and around the world At the time of writing this article 5 young men from Terrace Pentecostal Assembly were making final preparations to leave on a mission to Thailand. Brett deHoog, Mitchell Grypstra, Jordan Lange, Abraham Lincoln, and Doug van der Meulen have been studying at Summit Pacific College in the Omega Challenge program in preparation for ministry in the local church and abroad. The past eight months have been a combination of classroom instruction, team development, and church ministry. The final phase of the program is a three week mission in Thailand working with marginalized people groups across the country.
Each of these young men have grown in their understanding of scriptures, in spiritual maturity, and in their ministry skills and gifting. Terrace Pentecostal Assembly carries a responsibility in this mission to Thailand though the majority of the congregation will not be physically traveling to a foreign country. These young adults go as representatives of Jesus Christ and of the local church. We must do our part in praying for the teams that are going to minister in Thailand. Further, as a heart for those that need Jesus is fostered through involvement in short term missions (even through prayer),
an awareness of our responsibility to those within our own context is developed. Each time we pray for someone on mission, we would do well to remember to pray for the local expression of mission as well. There are opportunities to share the good news of Jesus Christ each day. Keeping such a mindset will help us to see the local church as on mission around the corner and around the world.
Pastor Lowell Holmquist Senior Pastor Terrace Pentecostal Assembly Follow @revlowell
Leadership developments at Terrace Pentecostal Assembly Following the Annual General Meeting of Terrace Pentecostal Assembly there was one position remaining open on the newly elected board. It then became the responsibility of the board to appoint a fifth board member to serve the balance of the year until the next election at the AGM of 2013. As per the constitution of TPA, a member in good standing with the qualifications of deacon is eligible for appointment. The board decided to appoint Mrs. Lorna Brown. Lorna has served in this capacity previously in a similar situation where one board member was needed. The board was glad to learn of Lorna’s acceptance of the appointment. Please pray for the board and the decisions that will be made over the course of the year. Further to establishing a full compliment
to the leadership table, the board has also been working to develop the Servants Council. A provision in the TPA Constitution that was adopted in February 2011 allowed for the establishment of a Servants Council. The Servants Council will initially be comprised of current board members and those that are currently involved in an oversight capacity of a ministry or ministries, are a member in good standing, and meet the Biblical qualifications of a deacon. Sixteen men and women have been appointed to the Servants Council which is scheduled to convene on Saturday, May 5th at 7:00 PM. Others may be appointed to the Servants Council at a later time depending on need. A member would remain part of the Servants Council until they are no longer in an active role as a ministry leader.
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Weekly church calendar of events May 2012 Birthdays May 1 Rayla Lindsay May 2 Dave Almost May 3 Helen Haselmeyer May 4 Wendy Graydon May 5 Emily laird May 5 Margaret McPherson May 5 Sandra Yoo May 6 Ashley Medeiros May 6 Natasha Zagar May 7 Hayden MacKinnon May 7 Bradley Zagar May 8 Ashley Holenstein May 11 George McCullough May 12 Laurie Arcadi May 13 Maurine Warren May 14 Tiffany Andersson May 14 Reece Dozzi
We gather on the morning of the first day of every week to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Let’s celebrate together! Sunday School from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. There is a class for everyone from youngest to oldest. Signage will be posted indicating where each class will be held. Pre-service Prayer and Praise from 10:15 AM in the Sanctuary each Sunday. Fellowship in the Foyer. Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 AM each Sunday. Children’s Church provided for ages 3 through Kindergarten during the service. Kidz Express program for kids in Grades 1-4. Crimea Mission Meeting at 3:00 PM each Sunday afternoon in the Fireside Room until departure. Sunday Evening Service at 6:30 PM each Sunday. Hymns, choruses, fellowship, and the Word. Refreshments to follow (feel free to contribute). Young Adults at 7:00 PM each Monday at Café Nara for those in grade 12 through 20’s. Please speak with Pastor Blake for more information on this.
Freedom Youth Ministries service or event at 7:00 PM every Wednesday. For students in grades 7-12. Hour of Prayer each Wednesday night at 7 PM in the Prayer Room. All are welcome. Men’s Bible Study at 7:00 AM each Thursday at the church in the Fireside Room. All men are welcome. Ladies Bible Study has concluded for the season. Married's C.A.R.E. at 7:00 PM Fridays at the home of Shawn & Tanya McCullough 4623 Hillcrest Ave. Please speak with Graham Kerr if you have questions about this group. All married people are welcome. Holmquist C.A.R.E. has concluded for the season. Lindsay C.A.R.E. at 7:00 PM Saturdays at the home of Davis & Kimberly Lindsay 3523 Gordon Drive. All are welcome. C.A.R.E. Groups will run throughout the week at various times, locations, and days. Get connected by joining a CARE Group.
May 14 Ken McPherson May 15 Michelle Rutsatz May 16 Sherry Warren May 17 Leah Lee
May (and beyond) at a glance
May 21 Nancy Hull
May 4 Dan Bremnes Worship Concert
May 27 Pentecost Sunday
May 22 Irving Grypstra
May 5 Lakelse Pentecostal Camp Workbee
May 23 Ramona Higginson
May 5 Servants Council Meeting
May 29 Women’s Ministry Leadership Team Meeting
May 24 Robert Vajda
May 6 Outreach Luncheon
May 28 Evan Arcadi
May 6 TPA @ Terraceview 3pm
May 29 Trinity Green
May 12 Relay for Life @ Skeena Track 10am-10pm
May 30 Aria Viveiros
May 12 Food Bank Preparation Day 1pm
Anniversaries May 20 Ren & Debbie Andersson
May 13 Mother’s Day May 14-17 Food Bank Week May 16 Seniors’ Social May 17-22 FYM @ Historymaker May 21 Victoria Day May 24 Outreach Meeting May 25-27 Family Camp @ LPC
May 31 All Worship Department Meeting June 3 Outreach Barbeque June 10 Sunday School Picnic @ Lakelse Pentecostal Camp June 17 Father’s Day June 16 Food Bank Preparation Day June 18-21 Food Bank Week June 20 First Day of Summer June 20 Seniors’ Social June 24 Communion Sunday June 28-July 11 Crimea Mission July 1 Canada Day
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Spring renovation project underway A much needed upgrade to the flooring of the lower auditorium is well underway. The tattered carpet of the Student Chapel, Recreation Room, and Café of the student ministries section of the building was removed in mid-April by a team of young men from 100 Mile House.
The team was part of a discipleship training school out of the church in 100 Mile House that the Lange family has made their home church. The discipleship team contacted Terrace Pentecostal Assembly earlier in the year looking for
opportunities to serve the congregation in a tour across the Northwest. The board approved the removal of the carpet and installation of linoleum in the café and carpet tiles through the rest of the lower
We would like to feature your pictures, testimonies, and articles in the upcoming newsletter. The deadline for submissions is May 23rd. If you do not pick up your copy of the TPA Newsletter from the church at the beginning of the month, we will send you a copy in the mail (also available on the website under the media tab in publications). Do we have your current mailing address?
auditorium. Part of the preparation of the floor for install included the removal of the old fireplace hearth from the days when the building was heated by a wood burning fireplace. The fireplace was donated to Lakelse Camp a few years ago. The project should be completed in the first week of May. Feel free to pop in and take a peek!
Outreach lunch to support students
Terrace churches food bank needs
This Sunday the Outreach Lunch proceeds will go towards helping send students to Historymaker 2012. Each year there are a couple of students that would otherwise be unable to attend the annual youth conference because the cost of $300 plus meals. The Outreach Committee has sent students to Historymaker for the past number of years, seeing the value of helping our students get to a conference that emphasizes personal evangelism and values spiritual growth. Please give generously at the lunch on May 6th.
Terrace Churches Food Bank depends on donations from the community and local churches. The shelves of the food bank are typically full thanks to the generosity of the community of the citizens of Terrace, Thornhill, and surrounding areas.
Engels
Tid Bits
Each Saturday prior to a distribution week, the Food Bank welcomes volunteers to help prepare food bags. This involves separating items such as flour and sugar into smaller portions. If you would like to serve the Food Bank in an area of need, be at the Food Bank (basement of DQ) on May 12 @ 1pm.
Inkerman Church Plant
Kerr
Prayer warriors are standing by and ready to take your prayer requests. Call Nancy Hull @ 798-2515 or the Church Office @ 635-2434 to place a prayer request on the Prayer Chain.
Women’s ministry There will be an opportunity for women to provide input into the Women’s Ministries of TPA on Tuesday night, May 29th @ 7PM. Part of the purpose of the meeting will be to further develop a Women’s Ministries Leadership Team. Women who are interested are invited to attend.
Bersaglios
Paul*en*
Lakelse camp planning for expansion
TPA Leadership & Staff Senior Pastor: Lowell Holmquist
Lakelse camp has been expanding since it’s inauguration in the 40’s. What was first a few buildings situated close to Williams Creek has now developed into eight buildings spread over a significant area. The desire of the camp society has been to provide a camp facility that furthers the ministries of PAOC churches in the Northwest Section (Haida Gwaii to Burns Lake). The camp facilities not only serves PAOC churches, but is provided on a rental basis to a number of organizations in the northwest from churches to local service
groups to families doing reunions. In fact, the camp is regularly booked through the whole camping season (May through September). Renovations have begun on the Staff Lodge in order to make it available through the winter. This would allow small groups use of the camp throughout the year, increasing rental revenue and providing even more opportunities for ministry by the local church. Your support of Lakelse Pentecostal Camp through giving and prayer is greatly appreciated.
May 25-27 Registration forms available online at: www.tpalife.org July 15-20 Kids Camp
Terrace Pentecostal Assembly 3511 Eby Street Terrace, British Columbia V8G 2Y9
Phone: 250-635-2434 Fax: 250-635-5212 E-mail: [email protected] Regular Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am—1:00pm
Visit us online: www.tpalife.org Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
July 23-28 Teen Camp
Assistant Pastor: Blake Holenstein Secretary: Natasha Zagar Bookkeeper: Brenda Grypstra
Board Members: Lorna Brown, Len Froese, Irving Grypstra, Graham Kerr, Dan McCormick
www.tpalife.org
On mission around the corner and around the world At the time of writing this article 5 young men from Terrace Pentecostal Assembly were making final preparations to leave on a mission to Thailand. Brett deHoog, Mitchell Grypstra, Jordan Lange, Abraham Lincoln, and Doug van der Meulen have been studying at Summit Pacific College in the Omega Challenge program in preparation for ministry in the local church and abroad. The past eight months have been a combination of classroom instruction, team development, and church ministry. The final phase of the program is a three week mission in Thailand working with marginalized people groups across the country.
Each of these young men have grown in their understanding of scriptures, in spiritual maturity, and in their ministry skills and gifting. Terrace Pentecostal Assembly carries a responsibility in this mission to Thailand though the majority of the congregation will not be physically traveling to a foreign country. These young adults go as representatives of Jesus Christ and of the local church. We must do our part in praying for the teams that are going to minister in Thailand. Further, as a heart for those that need Jesus is fostered through involvement in short term missions (even through prayer),
an awareness of our responsibility to those within our own context is developed. Each time we pray for someone on mission, we would do well to remember to pray for the local expression of mission as well. There are opportunities to share the good news of Jesus Christ each day. Keeping such a mindset will help us to see the local church as on mission around the corner and around the world.
Pastor Lowell Holmquist Senior Pastor Terrace Pentecostal Assembly Follow @revlowell
Leadership developments at Terrace Pentecostal Assembly Following the Annual General Meeting of Terrace Pentecostal Assembly there was one position remaining open on the newly elected board. It then became the responsibility of the board to appoint a fifth board member to serve the balance of the year until the next election at the AGM of 2013. As per the constitution of TPA, a member in good standing with the qualifications of deacon is eligible for appointment. The board decided to appoint Mrs. Lorna Brown. Lorna has served in this capacity previously in a similar situation where one board member was needed. The board was glad to learn of Lorna’s acceptance of the appointment. Please pray for the board and the decisions that will be made over the course of the year. Further to establishing a full compliment
to the leadership table, the board has also been working to develop the Servants Council. A provision in the TPA Constitution that was adopted in February 2011 allowed for the establishment of a Servants Council. The Servants Council will initially be comprised of current board members and those that are currently involved in an oversight capacity of a ministry or ministries, are a member in good standing, and meet the Biblical qualifications of a deacon. Sixteen men and women have been appointed to the Servants Council which is scheduled to convene on Saturday, May 5th at 7:00 PM. Others may be appointed to the Servants Council at a later time depending on need. A member would remain part of the Servants Council until they are no longer in an active role as a ministry leader.
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Weekly church calendar of events May 2012 Birthdays May 1 Rayla Lindsay May 2 Dave Almost May 3 Helen Haselmeyer May 4 Wendy Graydon May 5 Emily laird May 5 Margaret McPherson May 5 Sandra Yoo May 6 Ashley Medeiros May 6 Natasha Zagar May 7 Hayden MacKinnon May 7 Bradley Zagar May 8 Ashley Holenstein May 11 George McCullough May 12 Laurie Arcadi May 13 Maurine Warren May 14 Tiffany Andersson May 14 Reece Dozzi
We gather on the morning of the first day of every week to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ. Let’s celebrate together! Sunday School from 9:30 to 10:15 AM. There is a class for everyone from youngest to oldest. Signage will be posted indicating where each class will be held. Pre-service Prayer and Praise from 10:15 AM in the Sanctuary each Sunday. Fellowship in the Foyer. Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 AM each Sunday. Children’s Church provided for ages 3 through Kindergarten during the service. Kidz Express program for kids in Grades 1-4. Crimea Mission Meeting at 3:00 PM each Sunday afternoon in the Fireside Room until departure. Sunday Evening Service at 6:30 PM each Sunday. Hymns, choruses, fellowship, and the Word. Refreshments to follow (feel free to contribute). Young Adults at 7:00 PM each Monday at Café Nara for those in grade 12 through 20’s. Please speak with Pastor Blake for more information on this.
Freedom Youth Ministries service or event at 7:00 PM every Wednesday. For students in grades 7-12. Hour of Prayer each Wednesday night at 7 PM in the Prayer Room. All are welcome. Men’s Bible Study at 7:00 AM each Thursday at the church in the Fireside Room. All men are welcome. Ladies Bible Study has concluded for the season. Married's C.A.R.E. at 7:00 PM Fridays at the home of Shawn & Tanya McCullough 4623 Hillcrest Ave. Please speak with Graham Kerr if you have questions about this group. All married people are welcome. Holmquist C.A.R.E. has concluded for the season. Lindsay C.A.R.E. at 7:00 PM Saturdays at the home of Davis & Kimberly Lindsay 3523 Gordon Drive. All are welcome. C.A.R.E. Groups will run throughout the week at various times, locations, and days. Get connected by joining a CARE Group.
May 14 Ken McPherson May 15 Michelle Rutsatz May 16 Sherry Warren May 17 Leah Lee
May (and beyond) at a glance
May 21 Nancy Hull
May 4 Dan Bremnes Worship Concert
May 27 Pentecost Sunday
May 22 Irving Grypstra
May 5 Lakelse Pentecostal Camp Workbee
May 23 Ramona Higginson
May 5 Servants Council Meeting
May 29 Women’s Ministry Leadership Team Meeting
May 24 Robert Vajda
May 6 Outreach Luncheon
May 28 Evan Arcadi
May 6 TPA @ Terraceview 3pm
May 29 Trinity Green
May 12 Relay for Life @ Skeena Track 10am-10pm
May 30 Aria Viveiros
May 12 Food Bank Preparation Day 1pm
Anniversaries May 20 Ren & Debbie Andersson
May 13 Mother’s Day May 14-17 Food Bank Week May 16 Seniors’ Social May 17-22 FYM @ Historymaker May 21 Victoria Day May 24 Outreach Meeting May 25-27 Family Camp @ LPC
May 31 All Worship Department Meeting June 3 Outreach Barbeque June 10 Sunday School Picnic @ Lakelse Pentecostal Camp June 17 Father’s Day June 16 Food Bank Preparation Day June 18-21 Food Bank Week June 20 First Day of Summer June 20 Seniors’ Social June 24 Communion Sunday June 28-July 11 Crimea Mission July 1 Canada Day
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Spring renovation project underway A much needed upgrade to the flooring of the lower auditorium is well underway. The tattered carpet of the Student Chapel, Recreation Room, and Café of the student ministries section of the building was removed in mid-April by a team of young men from 100 Mile House.
The team was part of a discipleship training school out of the church in 100 Mile House that the Lange family has made their home church. The discipleship team contacted Terrace Pentecostal Assembly earlier in the year looking for
opportunities to serve the congregation in a tour across the Northwest. The board approved the removal of the carpet and installation of linoleum in the café and carpet tiles through the rest of the lower
We would like to feature your pictures, testimonies, and articles in the upcoming newsletter. The deadline for submissions is May 23rd. If you do not pick up your copy of the TPA Newsletter from the church at the beginning of the month, we will send you a copy in the mail (also available on the website under the media tab in publications). Do we have your current mailing address?
auditorium. Part of the preparation of the floor for install included the removal of the old fireplace hearth from the days when the building was heated by a wood burning fireplace. The fireplace was donated to Lakelse Camp a few years ago. The project should be completed in the first week of May. Feel free to pop in and take a peek!
Outreach lunch to support students
Terrace churches food bank needs
This Sunday the Outreach Lunch proceeds will go towards helping send students to Historymaker 2012. Each year there are a couple of students that would otherwise be unable to attend the annual youth conference because the cost of $300 plus meals. The Outreach Committee has sent students to Historymaker for the past number of years, seeing the value of helping our students get to a conference that emphasizes personal evangelism and values spiritual growth. Please give generously at the lunch on May 6th.
Terrace Churches Food Bank depends on donations from the community and local churches. The shelves of the food bank are typically full thanks to the generosity of the community of the citizens of Terrace, Thornhill, and surrounding areas.
Engels
Tid Bits
Each Saturday prior to a distribution week, the Food Bank welcomes volunteers to help prepare food bags. This involves separating items such as flour and sugar into smaller portions. If you would like to serve the Food Bank in an area of need, be at the Food Bank (basement of DQ) on May 12 @ 1pm.
Inkerman Church Plant
Kerr
Prayer warriors are standing by and ready to take your prayer requests. Call Nancy Hull @ 798-2515 or the Church Office @ 635-2434 to place a prayer request on the Prayer Chain.
Women’s ministry There will be an opportunity for women to provide input into the Women’s Ministries of TPA on Tuesday night, May 29th @ 7PM. Part of the purpose of the meeting will be to further develop a Women’s Ministries Leadership Team. Women who are interested are invited to attend.
Bersaglios
Paul*en*
Lakelse camp planning for expansion
TPA Leadership & Staff Senior Pastor: Lowell Holmquist
Lakelse camp has been expanding since it’s inauguration in the 40’s. What was first a few buildings situated close to Williams Creek has now developed into eight buildings spread over a significant area. The desire of the camp society has been to provide a camp facility that furthers the ministries of PAOC churches in the Northwest Section (Haida Gwaii to Burns Lake). The camp facilities not only serves PAOC churches, but is provided on a rental basis to a number of organizations in the northwest from churches to local service
groups to families doing reunions. In fact, the camp is regularly booked through the whole camping season (May through September). Renovations have begun on the Staff Lodge in order to make it available through the winter. This would allow small groups use of the camp throughout the year, increasing rental revenue and providing even more opportunities for ministry by the local church. Your support of Lakelse Pentecostal Camp through giving and prayer is greatly appreciated.
May 25-27 Registration forms available online at: www.tpalife.org July 15-20 Kids Camp
Terrace Pentecostal Assembly 3511 Eby Street Terrace, British Columbia V8G 2Y9
Phone: 250-635-2434 Fax: 250-635-5212 E-mail: [email protected] Regular Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am—1:00pm
Visit us online: www.tpalife.org Affiliated with the Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada
July 23-28 Teen Camp
Assistant Pastor: Blake Holenstein Secretary: Natasha Zagar Bookkeeper: Brenda Grypstra
Board Members: Lorna Brown, Len Froese, Irving Grypstra, Graham Kerr, Dan McCormick
