NEWSLETTER
passion for God • compassion for people
WEEKLY
November 4, 2018
SUNDAY
TUESDAY Collective Jr. High Youth 6:30 pm | Youth Room WEDNESDAY Moms Chat ’n Play 9:30 am | School House Ladies’ Codependency Drop-In Group 2:00 pm | Usher’s Room Roots: Children’s Discipleship 3:30 pm | Connexions Lounge Kids’ Connect Groups 6:30 pm | Nursery, Rooms 17 & 18 Kids’ Christmas Musical Practice 6:30 pm | MPR WEDNESDAY cont' Solitary Refinement Presentation 6:30 pm | Sanctuary Overcomers 6:30 pm | Room 27 THURSDAY Care ‘n Share 10:00 am | Fellowship Room Collective Sr. High Youth 6:30 pm | Youth Room Visit www.collectiveyouth.org for a detailed calendar. FRIDAY Recovery Church 6:00 pm | Fellowship Room
COMMUNITY LIFE
Evangel’s School of Ministry is collecting cans and bottles to raise funds for an April missions trip to Guatemala. Please bring bottles and cans to the church where they will be sorted by the students. Our decorating crew is asking for donations of white or silver Christmas decorations: artificial trees, garland, wreaths and outdoor white LED Christmas lights. Please contact Pastor Brian at briand@evangelbc.org for more info. Many thanks! Can you help?! We need a 7 seat mini van and a 1/2 ton truck to be donated to our church fleet. The ones we currently own are no longer able to be run safely. If you can help, please call Andrew at 250 762 0682 ext 2146.
9:00 am | Ecclesia Traditional Service 10:00 am | Worship Service
Good morning. It’s so nice to be back at Evangel after three weeks ministering in Nepal and Thailand. Thank you so much for your prayers and support while we were away. This morning our special guest is Dr. Brian Stiller. Brian is the Global Ambassador for the World Evangelical Alliance, a global alliance which serves some 600 million evangelical Christians. Its website is: www.worldevangelicals.org. Previously Brian served as President of Tyndale College and Seminary and before that he served as President of the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada. In his current role, Brian tours the world bringing reports about what God is doing through His Church. Brian is a gifted communicator and I know you will be blessed by what he has to share this morning. This Wednesday we will be joining together in the Sanctuary for a special performance entitled Solitary Refinement. This one-man play, sponsored by Voice of the Martyrs, depicts the life of Richard Wurmbrand in prison. It highlights the need for us to remember our brothers and sisters in Christ who are suffering persecution around the world. The performance begins at 6:30 pm. There will be childcare available. I hope you will plan to join us and invite your friends to this excellent presentation. Many blessings, Lead Pastor Will Sohnchen
WE ARE GLAD YOU JOINED US TODAY!
WORD FROM THE PASTOR
If you are visiting for the first time please introduce yourself to us! We would love to get to know you. Please visit the Info Desk for a complimentary gift. Have you been here a few times? We invite you to become a part of our church family. Stop by the Info Desk to learn about the next steps to grow and to build relationship here at Evangel. We pray you will experience God like never before.
KIDS Nursery to Grade 5 Check-in at the Blue House in the foyer. After the service, connect with other families at the Coffee House near the Courtyard. YOUTH Grade 6 to 12 Meet at the Collective Corner in the East Foyer 9:55 am and join the worship service in the Sanctuary.
A Belove Worship Night with Leeland (worship leaders and writers of Lion & the Lamb) is taking place at 7:00 pm Evangel on Sunday, November 18. Special guests will be Jacob Cook (pastor, poet and preacher) and Brooke Nicholls (worship leader and songwriter). For tickets and information, please visit: www.BeLove.Live.
Community
Are you interested in being committed to pray for Canada? Prayer Canada meets every Wednesday at City Hall from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. They pray for our Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments - those in authority over us. The group invites all praying people to join. For more information, please contact Miriam at 250 762 0655.
Prayer
Touch of Christmas ...Your unique one-stop Christmas experience… Saturday, December 1 New Life Center, 2041 Harvey Avenue 9:30 am - 3:30 pm There will be over 80 crafters & vendors, a silent auction, live music, door prizes, a snowflake cookie bar and more! The on-line silent auction begins Monday, November 23 at 10 am at www.32auctions.com/TOM2018.
PRAYER WALK Sunday, November 4 | 6:00 pm | 259 Leon Avenue The Kelowna Gospel Mission invites you to its monthly Prayer Walk next Sunday. Join them as they pray for serious needs in our community.
There is a prayer team available to talk and pray with you after each Sunday service. If you are in need of prayer outside of Sunday, please email us at evangelprayerchain@gmail.com. Join us for Prayer: Drop-in Prayer | Tuesday 7:00 pm | Connexions Lounge Need prayer? In a confidential setting at Drop-in Prayer, a small group of people will pray for any personal needs you have. Men’s Prayer | Wednesday 6:00 am | Ushers Room Hour of Prayer | Wednesday 10:30 am | Prayer Chapel Prayer for the Suffering Church | Thursday 10:30 am | Prayer Chapel Breakthrough Prayer | Thursday 6:30 pm | Prayer Chapel Listening Prayer | Thursday 6:30 pm | Room 27
Ladies of all ages are invited to Her Place - Christmas Presence on Tuesday, December 4 in the Sanctuary. The West Foyer doors will open at 6:30 pm and the event will begin at 7:00 pm. Gracia Burnham will be the special guest speaker. Invite a neighbour!
Christmas
Location: Evangel Church Multi Purpose Room (MPR) Schedule: Friday, November 16: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early to allow time to gather your name tag and materials. The sessions will begin promptly at 6:30 pm. Saturday, November 17: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Lunch is provided on Saturday with a coffee break mid-morning and mid-afternoon. Please plan to attend the entire retreat. Cost: $20 The cost includes your Set Free materials, two coffee break snacks and lunch. To Register: Fill out the information below and drop it off with your $20 payment at the Info Desk or the church office: 3261 Gordon Drive, Kelowna, BC, V1W 3N4 Phone 250.762.0682. Register online at evangelbc.org/setfree For more information, or to notify us if you would like to attend but are experiencing financial hardship, please contact Evangel Church at evangel@evangelbc.org.
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The Set Free Retreat is a life changing ministry that will teach you how to break free of sins and obstacles that prevent you from becoming all you can be in your walk with Jesus. Prepare your heart to meet God in a way that will produce lasting change in your life.
Passion for God Compassion for People
What is the Set Free Retreat? God has called His people to live righteous lives and be His light in this world. We cannot possibly accomplish His calling with sin in our lives. It acts as a veil that dims our light and affects every part of our walk with Christ. Set Free Retreat is a weekend set aside to focus on learning how to deal with sin, hurts, hang-ups and struggles that we all face on a daily basis. Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, then you really are my disciples and you will know the truth and the truth will set you FREE” (John 8:31-32 NIV). We have seen many people set free from sinful strongholds and hurts in their lives through Christ’s power found in confession, forgiveness and inner healing. Don't miss this opportunity to be Set Free. Who Can Attend Everyone 16 years and older, wherever you are in your walk with Christ. What to Bring Please bring your Bible, a notebook and a pen.
November 16 & 17, 2018
“I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.” John 10:10
UPCOMING EVENTS
SERVING
GENERAL GIVING (WEEKLY target for budget - $26,000) October: 7th - $24,587 14th - $21,854 21st - $17,861 28th - $23,369 MISSIONS GIVING Fiscal Year Budget (September 1 to August 31) - $607,500 Budget to Date - $105,334 YTD - $92,789 Giving by text is available. For more information, please stop by the Info Desk.
3261 Gordon Drive, Kelowna | 250 762 0682 evangel@evangelbc.org | www.evangelbc.org
GIVING
If you are interested in giving of your time, please fill out the CONNECT CARD in the seat pocket or visit our Info Desk in the foyer.
SOLITATRY REFINEMENT Wednesday, November 7 | 6:30 pm | Sanctuary The Voice of the Martyrs will present a one-man play depicting the life of Richard Wurmbrand who was imprisoned for his faith. Admission is free. The event is for ages 13+. A reception will follow. Legacy Builders and Connect Groups are cancelled, enabling everyone to attend this event. SET FREE RETREAT November 16 and 17 | MPR This retreat is a life changing ministry that will teach you how to break fee of sins and obstacles that are preventing you from becoming all you can be as a Christ follower. Please visit the Info Desk for a registration form. YOUTH FUNDRAISING LUNCH Sunday, November 25 | 11:30 am | Gym 2018 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Sunday, November 25 | 12:30 to 2:30 pm | Sanctuary Voting members are encouraged to attend. Non-voting members are welcome. There will be childcare during the AGM.
