Parkland Reformed Church of Ponoka      Lord’s Day: August 10, 2008

 “God is Spirit, and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.” John 4:24.

We extend a hearty welcome to all visitors who have joined us for worship on this Lord’s Day.  This afternoon we will witness the baptism of two of God’s covenant children, Elly Marye Ingwersen and Sarah Mackenzie Petersen.  May God be praised as we worship His Most Holy Name.

TODAY: Greeters:                  Klaas and Margaret Otten

Nursery AM  Infants:   Christiane Vogel, Christina Faber, Karin Vande Vegte

Toddlers:                      Reanne Vander Scheer, Andrea Thalen, Jacoliene Both

PM  Infants:                  Annette Vander Velde, Bethany Stolk, Stephanie Otten

          Toddlers:                      Mieke Stolk, Anita Zuidhof, Meagan Pol

Library Attendants:     Betty and Michelle Vande Pol, Lisa Ellens

Coffee Schedule:         S&C Vander Scheer and S. Veldkamp

Offering:  Reformation Christian Ministries , a church-run, mission organization committed to promoting biblical Reformation is an educational, assisting and  encouragement ministry specifically aimed at aiding those whom God has sovereignly raised up from within their country and called to be Reformers today using the same biblical and theological foundations of the Protestant Reformation, yet applied to today's situation in their nation.

~ "Go ye into all the world. . .Preach the Gospel to every creature. . .make disciples of every nation."~~(Mark 16:15, Matthew 28:19)

Announcements from Council

Church Family:  Congratulations to Gert Wim Sterk and Emily Miedema, and to Benjamin Rodenberg and TerriLee Weenink, who were engaged to be married last weekend. We give thanks to our God for them, and pray that He will bless their preparations.  And now, Lord, what do I wait for? My hope is in You (Psalm 39:7).

Nominations: Council came up with the following names for nominations: Scott Ingwersen, Jan Willem Rodenburg, Dirk Stolk (jr). 2 to be elected on August 14 congregational meeting.

Evaluation Forms:  Please note that if you have been given an evaluation form it needs to be filled out and returned to Rev. Ramkissoon. Tapes of the sermons are available if needed. This is a vital part of our help to Simon as he prepares for the ministry. Thank you. The Consistory.

Membership: Today we officially welcome Fred Martena from Lacombe and Jonathan & Candace Slomp with their baptized children Haley and Adrianna from Edmonton as members of our congregation.  We pray that they will be blessed as they serve the Lord in our congregation.

Council Notes: Aug. 6, 2008.

Morris Thalen absent with notice.

-   Old Business: Policy for abuse Prevention is complete. Thank you to those who served on the Committee and they are now relieved of their duty.

       -  Reports: a) Church plant committee like to start project Nineveh . Council approved and details will be listed in an upcoming bulletin.

                   b) Deacons: Minutes received for info.

                   c) Building & Maint.  No report

      -  New Business: a) Simon Lievaart’s evaluation for M.A.R.S. discussed.

                             b) Pulpit supply for August 31 and Sept. 7, 2008

                             August 31: Rev. Van Olst. Sept. 7 unknown.

                             c) Congregational Meeting. Presentation by Jonathan Slomp.

d) Catechism classes September 16 and 19 are set as start days for catechism and church education classes.

e) Bible study materials approved. We will have 2 choices for study material: Amos by Henry Vander Kam or Credo by Dr. J. De Jong.

Study groups to set up next meeting.

Sign up sheet in the back of church. Please sign up early so that the study books can be ordered in time.

  -  Correspondence: Council approved to advertise a Focus on the Family conference in Edmonton on October 24 and 25.

Mon/Tues                       Teen Club Campout

Thurs. Aug 14                Congregation Meeting @ 7:30

August 15-19                 Calgary Study Weekend

Greeters:                       Darren and Lisa Overeem

Nursery AM  Infants:    Karen Wright, Inger Lindemulder, Vanessa Thalen, Alyssa Ingold

Toddlers:                      Margaret Otten, Jessica Schakel, Charlotte Zuidhof

PM  Infants:                  Alison Niemeijer, Emily Miedema, Joanna Feitsma

          Toddlers:                      Betty Van de Pol, Brianna Oten

Mother of the month:   August: Lisa Overeem   September: Becky Kooiker

Library Attendants:     Wilma Makkinga, Janelle Overeem, Susan Prins

Offering:                     Mid America Reformed Seminary / Pro Life (CASH ONLY!!!)

Texts for Next Week:   am:  The Song of Solomon 1   pm: LD 45, Q&A 117-119

August 20   Bridal Shower for Vanessa Thalen, Jessica Faber, and Jessica van’Kampen

August 23   6^th Annual Fellowship Slo-Pitch Tournament

August 24   Coffee Schedule: L&H Vogelaar and L&T Vogelaar

Bridal Shower:  All ladies are invited to a bridal shower to celebrate the upcoming weddings of Vanessa Thalen to Scott Wright, Jessica Faber to Kyle Makkinga, and Jessica van'Kampen to David Stolk. The shower will take place on Wednesday, August 20th at 7:30 at the church.  Please bring a snack (no nuts) and come enjoy an evening of fellowship to celebrate the wonderful gift of marriage for these three couples!  See you there!

Teen Club: Teen club campout will be held at Lakeside Camp ground at Gull Lake on August 11&12.  Please meet at campground at 10:30am Monday, August 11.  Please bring bag lunch.  We hope to tube down the Red Deer River weather permitting. 

Things to bring: tent, pillow, sleeping bag, towel, bathing suit, warm clothes, sports equipment

Things not to bring--Cell phones, mp3 players, etc.

Pick up time is 4pm Tuesday, August 12.

We are still in need of some male chaperones. Please call Wilma if you could help out.

***There will be a short meeting with the parents of teen club after am service today in meeting room in west wing.  For more info please contact Gerry or Wilma Makkinga @ 782-0494

Presentation on the Negative Effects of Narcotics on the Human Body: The Consistory has given permission to Mr. Jonathan Slomp to give a small presentation on the negative effects that narcotics have on the human body. As part of his psychiatric nursing program Jonathan is required to make a presentation on a topic of his choosing. The information being presented will help us better understand why illegal drugs are dangerous, and encourage safer life choices. This presentation will be given on August 14 at the Congregational Meeting. All members young and old are encouraged to attend. In a day when drugs are easily accessible, and used by children as young as nine years old, let us be informed as to their effects.    

6th Annual URC Fellowship Slo-Pitch Tournament - This fun tournament is to be held in Edmonton , D.V., Saturday August 23 beginning at 10 am at the Kinsmen Diamonds, next to the Kinsmen Centre in the river valley. This tournament is open to individuals (no team entries, everyone is placed on mixed teams) grade 9 thru adult, men and women. You are encouraged to invite friends from outside your Church. All Alberta URC Churches are invited. The cost is $10 per individual for the day and includes a bar-b-que lunch and Championship T's to the winners. Billets are available for 'out of towners' but you must request such by Tuesday August 19th. No registration is required but a courtesy call by Wednesday August 20th to tell us how many are coming would be appreciated. For billets, courtesy call and other info please phone Pete Wright - 780-479-1860 or email peterwright5@hotmail.com.

From the Voice of the Martyrs: Eritrea- Ask God to fill those who mourn for Azieb with a peace that surpasses understanding in the midst of their grief, Azieb had been imprisoned in the Wi’ Military Training Center and tortured for months (Philippians 4:7).  Pray for the safety of those still in prison, and for their quick release.  Pray that Eritrean Christians will remain faithful in the face of pressure to deny Christ.

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