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1 COVENANT IS COMMUNITY: If you would like to have more information regarding our Care Groups at Covenant, please visit our information centre. There are extra brochures available as well as copies of the Covenant is Community Visioning report which you may borrow. This report can also be found on our website. You can view the newsletter on our church website: October BIRTHDAYS: October 4 October 4 October 7 October 10 October 10 Brenda Grevers Ena Slager Roy Hanenburg Sharlene Hesselink Cara Renkema Marg Poort Harold Geerlinks Charles Triemstra GERALD & JACKIE HOGETERP: Some of you have been asking for Gerald & Jackie s address. Here it is: 45 Gillin Road Brantford, ON N3P 1T8 JOIN IN THE FUN! It's that time of year again to start up the sports league! Monday, October 26th at 7:30 we invite all those between (or so) to come out and get in shape! We guarantee that you will have a great time, and that your muscles will be sore the next day! Our first night we will play floor hockey. Please contact Natalie Geerlinks (Renkema) at or Greg Geerlinks at with any questions. Hope to see you there! SENIORS SOCIAL: Join us at Maranatha CRC on Wednesday, October 7 from 2-3:30pm for coffee, goodies and a time to socialize. INDWELL is currently recruiting a part-time Support Worker for Blossom Park in Woodstock. Application information to join Indwell s dedicated team can be found at indwell.ca/get-involved/careers. FROM THE ADMINISTRATION TEAM: Admin is preparing the 2016 budget and request all committees and groups to inform us of any changes needed to their budgeted amounts (increase only). Please let us know by Nov 1/15. SAVE THE DATE for the launch of our Care Groups on Sunday October 18 after the morning service. FREEING FAMILIES FROM POVERTY - Next week is Thanksgiving Sunday! World Renew thanks you and your church for joining us in helping families have better health, stronger livelihoods, and deeper joy through Free a Family programs. Through your generous support, World Renew connects families with local churches and life-changing programs in health, agriculture, literacy, and income-generation. As a result, they are finding new opportunities to provide better for themselves and those they love. As you celebrate God s generosity, please also prayerfully consider a gift to support World Renew s Free A Family program. Find out more at freeafamily.org. REFORMATION DAY CELEBRATION: The Emmanuel Reformed Church Choir plans to practice for the combined Reformation Day Service to be held at Knox Presbyterian Church on Sunday, November 1, 2015 D.V. The practices schedule; Monday October Emmanuel Monday October 19 8 Emmanuel Monday October 26 8 Emmanuel Thursday October 29 time to be Knox We invite all who love to sing to join us in a time of praise! Come and Worship! CHANGE OF ADDRESS: Lindsey Scheltema has arrived safely in the UK and is settling in to her life there. Here is her new address: Peverell Residence Nottingham Trent University P0946 Lindsey Scheltema Clifton Campus Clifton Lane Nottingham UK NG11 8NS lindseyscheltema@trentu.ca CHURCH FINANCES: Total amount collected up to Sept. 30/15 $153, Amount budgeted up to Sept. 30/15 $199,556.82

2 OTHER NEWS: OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD OPEN HOUSE: On Monday, October 5th from 6:00-8:00pm there will be an open house to officially launch the Operation Christmas Child season at Calvary Church, 65 Lansdowne Ave., Woodstock. The Samaritan's Purse emergency relief trailer will be on site and open for tours. Several displays outlining the ministry of Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes will be available. Volunteers will be there to answer all your questions. Children's activities available. This event is open to all, young and old. If you ever wondered about Operation Christmas Child, or if you've been involved for years, this event is for you. CHRISTIAN COUNSELLING CENTRE INFORMATION SEMINAR: An Information seminar, hosted by the Christian Counselling Centre, will be held at Covenant Christian School (7 Howard Ave., London) this Monday, October 5 at 730 p.m. We are planning to host a seminar once a month (Sep-Nov) on common struggles and issues within our communities. The first topic is Depression and Brian Schouwstra will describe what depression is, its causes, and treatments. The purpose is to assist others in understanding depression and how to walk with others who have this struggle. The fee is $10 per person. THANKSGIVING CHAPEL-Woodstock Christian School would like you to join us as we celebrate Thanksgiving at our Chapel on October 8th at 8:30am. Refreshments to follow. Everyone is welcome! PARENTS & SENIORS APPRECIATION DAY: Join us for Grand Parents & Seniors Appreciation Day at London District Christian Secondary School. All seniors (friends, supporters, and grandparents) are invited to visit us on Wednesday, October 14 (9:30 a.m. 1p.m.), to celebrate with thanksgiving God s faithfulness to the community and work of LDCSS over the past 50 years. We look forward to showing you around, and treating you to lunch and a special assembly just for you. CHRISTIAN COUNSELLING CENTRE S ANNUAL CONFERENCE: The early registration deadline is quickly approaching for the Christian Counselling Centre s annual conference on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 16 & 17, Our speaker will be Dr. Timothy Lane, speaking on How People Change. Register online at by ccclambeth@bellnet.ca or by phone Cost to attend is $30 per person or, $20 per person for groups of ten or more registering together, if registered before Oct. 1/15. Cost is $40 per person after Oct. 1/15. More information about the conference can be found at DAY OF ENCOURAGEMENT - REGISTER NOW! - Therefore GO and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. Matthew 28:19 (NIV) On October 17, 2015 at Hamilton District Christian High in Ancaster, the annual Day of Encouragement is your calling to GO! Through worship, workshops, service sites and chatrooms, this day is geared towards all ministry workers in the Kingdom of God. Register at our website at: dayofencouragement.ca. Stay connected by following us on facebook: Questions? doecoordinator@crcna.org. WEE CREATIONS CHRISTIAN PRESCHOOL extends an invitation to all families who have been part of our preschool program during the past 25 years. We are celebrating God's grace and guidance on Sat. Oct. 17, 2015 in the Woodstock Christian School from 2-4 p.m. FREE WEBINAR - Join us Oct. 20 for "Engaging Parents in Youth Ministries" presented by Lesli van Milligen. Recent findings indicate that parents continue to be one, if not THE, strongest influence on a young person s faith formation. This webinar explores how to both support and mine this most important youth ministry resource. For details and registration for this free, one-hour event visit crcna.org/webinars. NEW HORIZONS A day for the Young at Heart at Redeemer University College on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 from 10:00 a.m.to 3:00 p.m. Learn how a new generation of faculty are using their areas of expertise in service to God s Kingdom through teaching and research. After a hot lunch, Redeemer students will present an afternoon of music. The registration deadline is October 13 and the cost per person is $30. To register, visit or contact Annetta Skelly by at askelly@redeemer.ca, or by phone at ext BACK TO SCHOOL BBQ! Woodstock Christian School is hosting an evening of food, fun and fellowship! Come to enjoy burgers, hot dogs, salad and dessert! Oct 23rd, 2015 from 5:30-8pm in the gymnasium. Tickets are available at the office. (519) THE TRILLIUM BRASS QUINTET (trilliumbrass.com) along with pianist Joyce Postmus and Organist John VanderLaan present an evening of Thanksgiving and Praise. Music for brass, organ and piano duets as well as a number of combined pieces make this an evening you don't want to miss. Friday October 23, 7.45pm at the Ancaster CRC, 70 Garner Rd East in Ancaster. Tickets are $20 p.p.; $10-students; $5-14 and under. Reserve now by calling or by at john_vdl@hotmail.com

3 FRESH START MATERNITY SUPPORTS: We are hosting our second annual girls night out on October 26th, 7:00pm at Eastwood Baptist Church in St.Thomas. Enjoy yummy desserts, hot drinks, prizes, a silent auction and listen to the story of a Fresh Start Graduate as well as hearing from our guest speaker Julie Hayes. Tickets are each and can be purchased at the door, we just ask that you reserve your seat by calling or by ing events@fsms.ca SERVING Are you passionate about global missions and serving more effectively? World Renew, Christian Reformed World Missions and ServiceLink are hosting Serving 360, a two-day conference exploring various aspects of global volunteering and short-term missions. Past, present and future team leaders, team members, and interested individuals are encouraged to attend. The event takes place Fri/Sat, Nov. 6/7 at the CRCNA office in Burlington. Registration of $50 covers materials, refreshments, some meals. Space is limited. To sign up, or for more information, please call , volunteer@crcna.org, or visit crcna.org/news/serving SPECIAL ALUMNI CHOIR: The LDCSS Music department is looking for graduates who would be interested in singing in a special alumni choir at the 2015 Christmas Concert (Thursday, December 7:30 pm), as part of our school s 50th Anniversary celebration. If you are interested, please send your name, graduating year, and voice classification (Soprano, Alto, Tenor, or Bass) to Mr. Matthew Atkins (matkins@ldcss.ca). CAMPUS VISIT DAY AT REDEEMER: Come experience Redeemer University College s campus! Visiting the school in person is the best way to figure out that Redeemer is the right fit for you. Check out our website to register online for a Campus Visit Day or another visit date that works for you at Our next Campus Visit Day is on Monday Oct. 19 with an overnight option on Oct. 18.

4 Andrea & Carl are the parents of the month. If you have switched turns with another person, please contact them. Service List October 4 October 11 Thanksgiving Day Door Greeters: Terry & Sheri Beckett Jon & Karen Poort John & Agnes Claus October 18 Gerald & Diana Klingenberg Song Leader: Irene Geerlinks Shirley Renkema John Klingenberg Bill Koehler Accompanist: Faith On Fire Marion Dieleman Marion Dieleman Marion Dieleman Hall Monitors: Andy Koopman Craig Renkema Andy Koopman Andy Koopman Ushers: Bill & Cobie Teena Bergman, Andy & Lucille Bill &Cobie Nursery Hanenburg Karen Poort, Bernice Huinink- Jayne Klingenberg, Christine Renkema Judi Hanenburg Rachel Haverkamp, Pauline Slager Wanda Koehler, Brent Library: Marlene Lynes Elaine Wesselson Sound system: Ray Hoiting Brent Screen: Kaitlin Hoiting Chris Broad Coffee Servers: John & Dianne Klingenberg, Rick & Alida Cordeiro John & Betty Dyk, Ralph & Shirley Renkema Koopman Marion Dieleman, Katie Hanenburg Shirley Renkema, Hanenburg Sydney Spyksma, Janet VanderSpek Judi Hanenburg, Maria Spyksma Jeff Hanenburg Ellen VanEgdom, Neal & Bernice Huinnik- Bible Passage Readers Bernice Huinink- Seth Powell Andrea Opening/Closing Eric VanAndel Eric VanAndel Eric VanAndel Eric VanAndel Sunday School Helpers Maria Spyskma Marissa Meekel Sydney Spyksma Erica Annual Soup & Bun Social THE ANNUAL FALL SOUP AND BUN LUNCHEON WILL BE HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE OCTOBER 18TH CARE GROUP KICK OFF. FURTHER DETAILS TO COME, MARK THIS DATE ON YOUR CALENDAR NEEDED - WE WILL NEED HELP AT THIS EVENT. PLEASE LET JOHN KLINGENBERG KNOW IF YOU CAN HELP. THE SOCIAL COMMITTEE IS IN NEED OF SOME NEW MEMBERS. PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING OUR TEAM. IT IS A GREAT WAY TO SERVE THE CHURCH FAMILY.... RSVP for OCTOBER 18th KICK OFF NAME WILL BE ATTENDING # OF PEOPLE REGRETFULLY UNABLE TO ATTEND

5 CLASSIS CHATHAM HIGHLIGHTS Tuesday, September 22, 2015 hosted by Forest City Community Church, London Pastor Rob Hogendoorn of the host church welcomed all delegates and guests and led a time of worship in song and devotions. All 27 churches of Classis were present, including 67 delegates and 9 first-time delegates. The latter all signed the Covenant for Office Bearers. Classis was declared constituted and Pastor Dirk Miedema of Aylmer CRC and Pastor Tim Luimes of Blenheim CRC were seated as Chair and Vice-Chair respectively. Mr. Ron Middel was seated as the Clerk. Classis Prayer Coordinator Pastor John VanTil encouraged delegates to break into small groups for a time in prayer. Hilma Steenbergen, Classis Chatham Youth Consultant led the delegates in an exercise discussing the State of Youth Ministry in Classis Chatham. She encouraged us to consider the importance of youth ministry, and what can we offer (as churches) to our youth, that no one else can fill. Following an examination, Classis approved Commissioned Pastor status to Mr. Jake Snieder, the Youth and Education Director of Chatham-Grace. We congratulate Pastor Jake and pray that his ministry might be blessed. London-Forest City, is seeking Commissioned Pastor status for Mr. Nick VanderPloeg. With the concurrence of the Synodical Deputies, Classis recognized that the job description is consistent with the guidelines for Commissioned Pastor. Classis will now proceed with the examination of Mr. VanderPloeg at the next meeting of classis. Following a recommendation from the Classical Ministries Committee, Classis approved that a church that is served by an interim pastor will not be entitled to classical pulpit supply. The Treasurer, Mr. Harry Verburg presented the 2016 Classis Chatham Budget on behalf of the Finance Committee. Classis approved the budget and noted that the classis ministry share per professing member has slightly decreased to $71.30 (2015 was $72.65). Delegates participated in an interactive Justice and Faith Presentation God s Call to Justice. We are challenged to examine how justice is amplified by our church activities in the pursuit of justice. Pastor Rob Hogendoorn of Forest City Community Church gave a presentation on Shaping a Missional Church. He highlighted four Characteristics of a Missional Church: 1. Cultural Accessibility / 2. Biblical Clarity / 3. Need- Meeting Environment / 4. Sending Culture. Classis was blessed with a variety of other speakers and reports. Classis adjourned at 4:15 pm to meet again at Destination Church in St. Thomas on Saturday. January 23, 2016 at 9:00 a.m., DV. Helpful information for churches can be found on the Classis Chatham website