Parkland Reformed Church of Ponoka      Lord’s Day: June 8, 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 our visitors who join us for worship on this Lord’s Day.  This morning we will be celebrating the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. All visitors wishing to partake and are members in good standing in a Christian Church and who have publicly professed their faith are most welcome to partake with us by filling out a request form whereby we confess with the church universal:

1.     I acknowledge I am a sinner and am truly sorry for all my sins.

2.     I truly believe in Jesus Christ as my only Savior.

3.     I seek to live a holy and godly life.

(Note: The glasses in the middle of each tray contain juice instead of wine.)

TODAY: Greeters:                  Elders

Nursery AM  Infants:             Natalie Ellens, Robyn Makkinga, Rachel Schakel

Toddlers:            Shanae VanderPloeg, Rachel VandePol, Julia Zuidhof, Emily deWith

PM  Infants:                  Frances Versluis, Eileen Ingold, Karissa Zuidhof

          Toddlers:                      Lisa Ellens, Michelle Vande Pol

Library Attendants:     Susan Prins, Jessica Prins, Betty Vande Pol

Offerings:

·       The Voice of the Martyrs exists to glorify God by being Canada 's effective and reliable source of information and support of persecuted Christians around the world. We help those who suffer for their faith, remember the families of today's Christian martyr's, rebuild the Church's witness after persecution ends, reach out in love to the persecutors and raise a voice for those who cannot speak.

·       Central Alberta Pregnancy Care Center is a non-profit ministry of outreach to people and families impacted by pregnancy related issues. They offer support and education in a loving Christian environment.

Announcements from Council

Church Family: With thanks to the Lord we are happy to report that Mrs. Winnie Lindemulder’s hip replacement surgery went well this past Monday. She is at home and resting comfortably. Remember the elderly and those with on-going health concerns. …how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him! (Matthew 7:11).

We rejoice with Barb Hoogstra as she celebrates her 85^th birthday this week Wednesday, June 11.  Praise God for His faithfulness!

Banns of Marriage:

·       Mr. Gary Stolk and Miss Bethany Plantinga have signified their desire to be united in marriage. If there are no lawful objections, the ceremony will take place on June 14^th 2008 at Emmanuel United Reformed Church in Neerlandia.

·       Mr. Ferdinand VanderVlugt and Miss Sandra Lindemulder have signified their desire to be united in marriage. If there are no lawful objections, the ceremony will take place on June 21st 2008 here at Parkland Reformed Church in Ponoka.

Next Lord’s Day: Due to the Stolk/Plantinga wedding in Neerlandia next Saturday a preaching exchange was arranged. Rev. Pontier will lead worship in Ponoka and Rev. Ramkissoon in Neerlandia.  

Council Notes in brief: June 4, 2008.

   - Old Business: a) Abuse Prevention policy discussed. Tabled for next meeting

    b) Church plant committee. Sam Salomons and D. S. Feitsma and John 

        Barach appointed. Rev. Ramkissoon will attend first meetings.

                            c) Appointments and re-appointments finalized.

    d) Reformation speaker, Jacques Roets, has beeen booked for

Oct. 31^st, 2008.

    - Reports: a) Deacons: Collection schedule presented and approved

                   b) Building & Maintenance: Minutes received for information.

                             - Need of more mail boxes.

                             - Obtain quotes for Air Conditioning in sanctuary.

    - New Business: a) Pete Ellens will be the alternate for Stu Vander Ploeg for classis.

                             Classis material discussed.

                            b) Student Minister Salary discussed.

                            c) Directory update D.S. Feitsma will be contacted to update church

                             directory

                            d) Profession of Faith interviews for June 26, 2008 @ 7:00 pm.

13 Young People have requested.

                            e) Cor Koelman request for Baptism granted.

    -  Correspondence: - With great regret we have accepted the resignation of

                                 StuVander Ploeg as elder and Chairman of council due to

                                 Family matters.

                                 Gerry Makkinga elected as chairman and

                                 Pete Ellens elected as Vice-all of council.

      -  Mutual Censure observed. Lord’s Supper June 8,2008.

Today                   Lord’s Supper

Mon. June 9         PCS Society Meeting @ 8:00

Sat. June 14         Garry Stolk and Bethany Plantinga Wedding in Neerlandia

Greeters:                       Kevin and Becky Kooiker

Nursery AM  Infants:             Amy Bultena, Melissa Petersen, Stefanie Otten

Toddlers:                      Margaret Otten, Mirjam VanderVegte, Jacoliene Both

PM  Infants:                  Betty Vande Pol, Wendy Elgersma

          Toddlers:                      Annette Vande Velde, Joanna Feitsma

Mother of the month:   June: Sophie Stolk

Library Attendants:     Mieke Stolk, Candice Makkinga, Jessica Van Ginkel

Offering:                        Special collection for earthquake victims in China         

Coffee Schedule:                   D&L Provost and J&J Rodenburg

June 16                VBS Volunteer Meeting @ 7:30pm

June 21                Ferdinand VanderVlugt and Sandra Lindemulder wedding

June 29                Coffee Schedule: W&S Schakel and D&S Stolk

June 30-July 4     Vacation Bible School

July 19                 Church Picnic (more details to follow)

VBS Volunteer Meeting: Our next meeting will be on Monday, June 16 at 7:30 @ Inge Meinen’s!!! Important meeting!!! For all volunteers!!!! Again contact if you cannot make it: Inge @ 783-2423.

From Building and Maintenance: We ask that everyone who uses the banquet storage room for church functions and rentals please put away the tables and chairs properly.  There is a map on the door to follow as to where and how the tables and chairs need to be stored.  Thank-you!

PCS Society Meeting:  There is a time change for the PCS Society Meeting on Monday, June 9.  The new time is 8:00pm at the school.

Calgary Study Weekend: We will be holding our annual Calgary Study Weekend this year from August 15^th through to August 19^th. We are very excited to announce that Rev. R. Bredenhof will be presenting two speeches to us entitled “Where's My Place? – Christian Choices in Education and Employment” and “Industrious Slaves and Bold Prophets – Christians in the Workforce.”  Some of the other events we are planning for this weekend include Bible studies, races, speeches, communion of saints, team and sports activities, and a kangaroo kort. If you would like to participate by leading a Bible study or making presentation, please contact us before June 30^th. Registrations will be accepted on a first come first serve basis, so don’t delay: save your spot now. The cost of the weekend is $85.00, which includes all your meals, snacks, beverages, entertainment and lodgings.

Please note that all participants must be at least 16 at the time of the camp. To register or for further information, you can contact the CSW planning committee in any of the following ways: Email: calgarystudyweekend@hotmail.com Phone: 1-403-934-6665 Mail: Calgary Study Weekend Box 28 Site 17 RR2  Strathmore , AB T1P 1K5           In His service,CSW Planning Committee

Invitation: The 2008 Graduating Class of Lacombe Christian School invites you to our graduation ceremony at Woody Nook Christian Reformed Church on June 21, 2008 at 3:00 p.m.

Light refreshments to follow.

From the Voice of the Martyrs: Eritrea - In the latest arrests in Eritrea, police raided a private home and jailed 25 Christians who had gathered on Eritrea’s Independence Day to pray for the nation.  Eritrea is regarded by many one of the most brutal and paranoid governments in matters of religious liberty and freedom of speech.

Whitehorse Inn Topics

June 8, 2008 Assuming the Gospel

What is the most important thing people need to regularly hear from the pulpit? Are churches guilty of assuming the gospel? These are some of the questions we put to pastors at a recent convention, and on this broadcast of the White Horse Inn the hosts will discuss these matters and interact with the results from our polls.

June 15, 2008 Using God: The Gospel of Pragmatism

Why do so many sermons and Bible Studies focus almost entirely on "practical" application? Is a particular belief true simply because it works for you? On this edition of the White Horse Inn, the hosts take a look at the philosophy of Pragmatism and its effects on contemporary Christian thought and practice.

June 22, 2008 Repentance & Personal Transformation

On the last edition of the White Horse Inn, the hosts discussed the problems associated with a pragmatic approach to the Christian faith. But does the Christian faith make a difference in a person's life? Is there a real "life-change?" How are we to think about remaining sin? These and other questions will be dealt with this week on the WHI.

June 29, 2008 Jesus, James & Paul

Do the messages of Jesus and Paul sometimes contradict one other? And what about James? Doesn't he teach that we are "justified by works, and not by faith alone"? Do various Biblical authors teach different theologies? That's what's on tap this week at the White Horse Inn (Originally broadcast on May 28th, 2006).

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