Week 40

This evening: our combined worship service is at 5pm and it will be led by Grace CRC and located at Grace CRC. Pastor William will be preaching on Hebrews 1 and Heidelberg Catechism Lord’s Day 5 “Our Superior Saviour”.

We are celebrating Lord’s Supper Sunday October 16 in the am worship service.

GRACE CHURCH VISION STATEMENT: As disciples of Christ our purpose is to encourage spiritual growth in ourselves, our family, and our church family so that we will be the presence of Christ to all the world around us in all we say and do.

October 2, 2011 - Race Relations: Race Relations is a ministry by which the CRC provides leadership and assistance to the denomination, congregations and church members. They are working to eliminate racism and its effects on the body of believers throughout the world.

October 9, 2011 - Missionary Support: The church is called to carry out the Great Commission, both at home and abroad. Missionaries are our brothers and sisters who have gone out on our behalf to build the church of Jesus Christ and extend the Kingdom of God around the world. Grace Church supports Dan and Teresa Heath in Cameroon, Dorothy Meyer in Belize, Istifanus Gimba in Mozambique and Rev George Saylor in a church plant in London, Ontario.

· Please come Sunday mornings at 9am and join in prayer for our church and community. We meet in Room #2 (in the lower level)

· Join us for prayer following the worship services in the room at the back of the sanctuary. All requests remain confidential.

Please inform the office or your district elder if there are any announcements or concerns that you would like to go in the bulletin. Please have all bulletin items in by Wednesday 7pm. Office Hrs: Tues –Fri 9am–noon

1. There is a worship service today at Riverview Gardens (King St. W.) at 2:30pm. The family asked to attend is Jake & Margaret Janssens. Please use the side door on Robertson Ave.

Who We Are

We are called Christian because we confess, belong to, and follow Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord.

We are called Reformed because our history is rooted in the 16^th century Protestant Reformation. We continue to affirm the Reformation teachings of salvation by faith in Christ alone, and the Bible as the only rule of faith and conduct.

We are called Church because we are part of the universal family of God, through which our relationships to God, to each other, and the world are nurtured.

THANK YOU: We would just like to say thank you to our Elders and Deacons for all the work that they do in our church both in meetings as well as in providing Spiritual care to the members of our congregation. Thank you!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: The next social event for the church will be on Saturday October 15^th! If you need a ride to Wendy’s place please talk to Julie Coolen, Claire Prins, or Sharon Smith. Also, for cooking your hotdog and marshmallows you’ll need to bring along your roasting stick. AND KIDS: there’s a pond waiting to be fished and bugs & frogs to be caught – bring your rods and nets along! Don’t forget to sign up on the table in the narthex so we know how much food to bring!

LIBRARY NEWS: In “Love Amid the Ashes”, Mesu Andrews takes a biblical tale of great tragedy and skillfully weaves beauty and love amid the loss. Job’s story brought vividly to life. Also, Kim Vogel Sawyer’s latest book “A Whisper of Peace” is on display today.

SMALL GROUP STUDIES: What can Small Groups do for you? Small Group studies are very good at building relationships, providing a context for in depth learning, and, most importantly, serving as a catalyst for encouraging spiritual growth and transformation. Consider joining one for this Church season. For more information, contact Randy.

FLOWER MINISTRY: The Flower Ministry is beginning again after Thanksgiving Day. We are asking for people to donate a bouquet of flowers each week (only one vase) and they will be placed on the organ. Following the worship service this bouquet of flowers will be taken, by our elders & pastoral care workers, to someone in the congregation who is house bound, sick, or dealing with difficult circumstances. If you would like to participate in this ministry, please sign up in the narthex to donate a bouquet of flowers for a specific Sunday. Your job in this would be to purchase the flowers with a vase (there are extras in the Council room) and place them on the organ before church that Sunday morning.

Day of Encouragement - This annual conference will be held on Oct.15 at Hamilton District Christian Highschool. This is a great conference with many workshop sessions to choose from. Everyone who attends agrees that it is an excellent day! We often have a group going from Grace CRC and so carpooling will work. Registration is paid by the diaconate. For further details see www.diaconalministries.com or contact Doug Wiersma 351-0062. Contact Doug to register no later than Sunday, Oct.2nd.

Missions Trip Fundraiser - Needing help with fall clean-up such as raking leaves or yard work, or organizing your garage, or for housework or odd jobs around the house??? Jessica Wolting is looking to raise funds to go on a missions trip to Haiti in November 2011. She is travelling with a group affiliated with “Awake in Haiti” where she will be helping with medical work and setting up a clinic in a tent city. So, if you have any odd jobs that you would like Jessica to do for you, she will be glad to accept donations in return for the jobs done. Jessica will be available to work on the following dates: Friday Oct 21^st, Saturday Oct. 22nd, and Saturday Oct 29^th. To arrange a time for her to come and work for you please contact Trish. Thanks for your support!!

THINKING OF THE EXCITEMENT OF SHOVELLING SNOW THIS WINTER?!: Then this is for you. We are looking for someone who would be willing to clear the snow and salt the walkways around the church throughout the winter. If you are willing to help out with this please talk to Keith.

TUESDAY NIGHT: All young adults aged 18 to 30something are invited to join us this Tuesday night at the home of the Snieder's. We will continue our study of the Alpha Course. Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. For more information please contact Pastor Jake.

Please make sure you have completed the waiver/registration form prior to attending Youth Events. Completed forms can be given to Pastor Jake or placed in his church mailbox.

LIFE CHAIN & YOUTH SERVICE: We meet this afternoon at 1:30 in the front parking lot at the Pines high school on Grand Ave to participate in the Life Chain. At 3:00 we will leave the Pines to go to Aylmer for the Youth Service. The speaker will be Derrick Drover, a speaker, musician, and singer/songwriter. Born and raised in Newfoundland, Derrick has a unique blend of provoking thought and humour as he challenges young and old alike in their walk with God. His message will be based on the story of “Doubting Thomas”. Come, worship with the whole family, and then join us for soup and buns in the school gym afterwards. We may still need a parent/adult driver for this event. Talk to Pastor Jake if you can drive.

CORN MAIZE: Come get lost in the corn! The bus will leave Praise Fellowship Church (165 Park Ave. E) at 6:30 on Thursday, October 6. The cost is $6.50 +tax per person, and will be paid at the gate. Parents can pick youth up again at 9:30 at Praise Fellowship.

NEXT WEEK: Next week is Thanksgiving. There will be no Youth Group Sunday night.

UPCOMING EVENTS: Check the monthly Youth Group Newsletter or the "Chatham Grace Youth Group" Facebook page for more information about upcoming youth events.