Bulletin – October 22, 2023

 

News and Announcements

Jaffray Offering 
Yesterday’s Jaffray Offering will support 167 church planters in South Asia as they make the name of Jesus famous in that region. Thank you for giving sacrificially, so others might join God’s family.

Hope Kids // Next Sunday
Hope Kids takes a break for the 5th Sunday of the month. Elementary kids will join their families in the main service. Preschool and nursery will be available.

Clothing Drive // November 6
While you’re getting out your winter gear, please bring any gently used items of any size to the church for families at Arcola Community School. Deposit in the bin in the lobby by Monday, Nov 6. Thanks for your generosity!

Weekly Reading

  • October 23
    Jeremiah 42:1-44:23
    2 Timothy 2:1-21
  • October 24
    Jeremiah 44:24-47:7
    2 Timothy 2:22-3:17
  • October 25
    Jeremiah 48:1-49:22
    2 Timothy 4:1-22
  • October 26
    Jeremiah 49:23-50:46
    Titus 1:1-16
  • October 27
    Jeremiah 51:1-53
    Titus 2:1-15
  • October 28
    Jeremiah 51:54-52:34
    Titus 3:1-5
  • October 29
    Lamentations 1:2:22
    Philemon 1:1-25

Events

Family Fun Night // October 25 // Midweek
Need to inject some fun into your life? Like to play games? Looking for some laughs? Then join us for Family Fun Night on Wednesday, Oct 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm. We’ll have board games, gym games, and other fun stuff that will be a break from the routine. Kids 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. P.S. Come for our yummy Midweek meal at 5:30 pm if you like ($7/adult, $3/child)!

Place of Rescue Fall Tour // November 1 // Midweek
Place of Rescue, founded by Marie Ens, is a haven in Cambodia for orphan and at risk children, for families living with HIV/AIDS, and for destitute elderly women. We are happy to host the Director and a couple of Cambodian young adults on Wednesday, Nov 1 at 6:30 pm. The youth will be sharing their stories of growing up at Rescue and the huge impact this ministry has had. Invite your family and friends to attend! RSVP is helpful though not required at https://www.rescuecambodia.org/falltour.

Men’s Breakfast // November 4
Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.”  The Men’s Breakfast on Saturday, Nov 4 @ 8:30 am provides the perfect opportunity to be sharpened for the adventure of faith and the challenges and joys of life. Don’t bring anything – just yourself, an appetite for good food, and an open heart for friendship. Cost is $15. Register online at mylivinghope.ca/events.

Pastor Tim Busse’s Installation Service // November 5
The day is almost here!  Sunday November 5th join us for a very special service of commissioning and celebration to welcome our new Pastor, Tim Busse. Then after the service, light refreshments will be served in the lobby.  There will also be a chance to “meet and greet” and love Pastor Tim, Melissa and their kids into Living Hope.  Make plans to come and celebrate God’s goodness together.

Soul Care Equipping Conference // November 23-25
Do you feel limited by your past wounds, your current behavior, and your faulty thinking? The Soul Care conference will teach Biblical principles for healing the soul and overcoming broken and sinful areas of life. Facilitators Doug and Teri Balzer bring a wealth of knowledge and experience as they have helped many to find deeper intimacy with, and greater freedom in Jesus! Join us:

Thursday, November 23, 6:30 to 9 pm,
Friday, November 24, 9 am to 9 pm,
and
Saturday, November 25, 9 am to 9 pm

Registration of $50 will close at end of day on Nov 21 and includes snacks but not meals. Participants can bring bagged lunches or head over to nearby restaurants. It is recommended that all participants purchase Rob Reimer’s book Soul Care and if possible, read before attending. Other recommended books will be available in limited quantities for purchase at the event. 
Soul Care by Rob Reimer is available for $20 at the Living Hope office or online at Amazon.ca.
 

Financial Update: to October 15, 2023

 Fund YTD Goal ($) YTD Giving ($) Over (Short) ($)
Ministry $269,736 $262,722 ($7,014)
Missions $35,031 $26,554 ($8,477)
Compassion $9,057 $8,769 ($288)
Building $31,378 $26,325 ($5,053)

Ways to Give

The easiest way to give to Living Hope is by visiting our online giving page. If you would prefer to give by cash or cheque, you can visit our giving station in the foyer on Sunday mornings, mail your gift to 3800 Green Falls Drive, Regina, SK S4V 3T6, or drop it off between 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Monday to Thursday.

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