The Salvation Army Meadowlands A Community Church for Christian Worship and Service. Sunday, May 1, ABRAHAM PART 3: The Power of a Choice

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1 The Salvation Army Meadowlands A Community Church for Christian Worship and Service 187 Stone Church Road, Ancaster, ON L9K 0A3 Telephone: ; Fax: Pastors: Majors Ken and Bev Smith Website: Office office@sameadowlands.ca Pastor s Ken_Smith@can.salvationarmy.org Beverley_Smith@can.salvationarmy.org Sunday, May 1, 2016 ABRAHAM PART 3: The Power of a Choice Our Mission Statement As part of the Christian Church, we are committed to winning people to Jesus Christ, nurturing and equipping each other in a loving, caring and sharing atmosphere. Welcome to The Salvation Army Meadowlands! If you are visiting here with us today, we extend a warm welcome to you on this first Sunday of Lent! Please take a few moments before you leave to sign our guest registry at the Welcome Centre. Feel free to stay after the service for some refreshments and fellowship at The Meeting Place in the foyer. A Message from our Congregational Care Committee: Prayer Partners can be identified by their Prayer Partner badge and are available to meet with you privately for prayer before/after the meeting. Meadowlands Prayer Chain is committed to praying for the needs of our members and their family/friends. Please contact Ruth Lageer with your requests. The Salvation Army Red Shield emergency response teams in action internationally General s Call to Prayer Meadowlands Youths participating at fuse.army this weekend Partners in Mission Campaign for Latin America ~ fun fundraising! Meadowlands Goal: $11,530. Please give generously to watch Zac Casey run from his house to the church (32.3 Km) if we reach our goal, and Nygel Washington-Purser cut his hair if we raise $15,000! Also tune in for updates to our SUNDAY SCHOOL PARTNERS IN MISSION M OLYMPICS ~ $300 GOAL CHURCH MEMBERSHIP Are you interested in becoming an Adherent Member or Sr. Soldier member of Meadowlands or interested in more information about church membership? Please meet Sharon Avery in the library following worship on May 29 th. Sr. Soldier class begins May 6 th. DUNDAS COMMUNITY AND FAMILY SERVICES FOOD BANK NEEDS YOUR HELP! Please drop off any non-perishable school snack items in the collection bin set up just inside the front doors. THANK YOU! SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE Joshua 24:15 Choose this day whom you will serve as for me and my house we will servee the Lord. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY Every day that we wake up as believers we must choose to stay devoted to God. It is a conscious decision that we make. Derek Hill whatchristianswanttoknow.com

2 THIS WEEK AT MEADOWLANDS Monday, May 2 nd 10 a.m. 11 a.m. WALK AEROBICS 7 p.m. Women s Bible Study at the Bellingham home Tuesday, May 3 rd 1:30 p.m. 3 p.m. Home League 8 p.m. 9 p.m. Songsters Practice Wednesday, May 4 th 10 a.m. 11 a.m. WALK AEROBICS 1:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. WAR ROOM with Sharon Avery 7:30 p.m. 9 p.m. Adult Athletics Volleyballl Thursday, May 5 th 10 a.m. 3 p.m. Café 55+ at Dundas CFS 6:45 p.m. 7:45 p.m. Beginner Band and Jr. Band Practices 8 p.m. 10 p.m. Meadowlands Band Practice Friday, May 6 th 9 a.m. 12 p.m. Meadowlands Quilting 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Senior Soldier Membership Class 7 p.m. 10 p.m. TEEN NYTE Saturday, May 7 th 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Meadowlands Work Day Please let Jim Bellingham or Dan Millar know that you will help. 7 p.m. Impact Brass 32 nd Anniversary Concert with gnite Brass Jr. Divisional Youth Band and Hamilton United Vocal Group participating. Free admission for all youth. Adults $10 at the door. Sunday, May 8 th Greeter: Rosario Forkel 10:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Sunday Intercessory Prayer ~ in the Library 11 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Sunday School SUNDAY SCHOOL PARTNERS IN MISSION OLYMPICS ~ $300 GOAL Mother s Day is the goal to raise $300! Fun rewards will ensuee during Sunday School. If we raise $ or $ the rewards are even greater! Remember it all happens with each Sunday School child denying themselves treats, doing extra chores, etc. adding to their coin collector plus YPSM Mike Gleadall and Partners In Mission Rep. Zac Casey will join the challenge out front of the church during Meeting Place May 8 th for everyone to see! Help make this happen by giving your coins to your favourite Sunday School child (or their guardians) to put in their coin collector! MEADOWLANDS MEMORY JOGGER May Spiritual Discipline Focus Evangelism (April included Prayer) May 14 FREE HEALTH SEMINAR PAIN with Dr. Norm Buckley, M.D., FR.C.P. Professor McMaster University Chair, Department of Anesthesia Scientific Director, Michael G. DeGroote Institute for Pain Research and Care Director, Michael G. DeGroote National Pain Centre 10 a.m. 11 a.m. May 14 Youth Band Extravaganza at Guelph Citadel from 9 a.m. 6 p.m. Community Concert starts at 4 p.m. at 1320 Gordon St., Guelph. May 14 - Adult Fellowship ~ Come and join us for a fun night of mini golf. Please see Dan or Ellie Millar for more details. May 15 - Pentecost Sunday - Guest leaders: Lt-Colonels Fred and Wendy Waters, Secretary for Program Services and Assistant Territorial Secretary for Women's Ministries, Territorial Headquarters. May 15 Partners in Mission Soup and Sandwich Luncheon/Dessert Auction. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased from Ellie Millar or Judy Van Boven. The Luncheon will be immediately after the morning service. Come and enjoy a hot bowl of homemadee soup and a sandwich. We will also be having a dessert auction where you can bid on some yummy homemade desserts! All proceeds will go towards Partners in Mission. May 17 Congregational Care Committee meeting at 7 p.m. in the library. May 22 - Partners in Mission Altar Service May 25 LMNO Potluck BBQ and Miss Meadowlands Pageant at 6:30 p.m. May th Annual Salvation Army Golf Day at Beverly Golf and Country Club. Register at salarmygolf.ca and join us at #TSAGOLF. May 28 Meadowlands Youth Fundraiser Dinner and Show at 6 p.m. Jun. 3-6 BUILDING A LIFE THAT PLEASES GOD Men s Camp Jun. 4 ONG Divisional Bible Bowl Competition at Divisional Headquarters. Check out Jun. 6 Sr. Soldier membership Class 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. Jun. 7 Hamilton Area Retired Officers BBQ at 5 p.m. at Kitchener Corps Jun. 11 Jr. Youth Councils. Details TBA. Jun.13 Property Committee meeting at 7 p.m. Jun Commissioning and Ordination Weekend for Messengers of Light session at London Convention Centre 300 York St., London. For event listings and registration visit: /. Camp At Home for children age 6 years 12 years July 4 8, a.m. 4 p..m. here at Meadowlands Registration starts May 1 st $50/child office@sameadowlands.ca

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4 Does God Still Miraculously Heal? Some Christians claim that God answered their prayer for a miraculous healing; others are puzzled why God didn t do likewise for them. Major Max Sturge's new book, Miraculous Healing, explores the how, why, and the why not of divine healing. He shows how it fits into God s redemptive plan for the world, including how the cross of Christ relates to human pain and suffering. A biblically sound, enlightening and heartwarming approach to this sometimes controversial subject. I love the interesting stories, rich theological reflections and the thought provoking questions at the end of each chapter of Miraculous Healing. Sturge s major strength is exploring this subject from the perspective of God s redemptive mission, reminding us that whether in health, sickness or death, God s purposes will be fulfilled. - Dr. Yau Man Siew, Associate Professor of Christian Education and Spiritual Formation, Tyndale Seminary, Toronto Miraculous Healing delivers an inspiring reflection on the perplexing questions regarding miraculous healing. Max Sturge guides the reader on a thoughtprovoking, biblical journey of personal discovery. I highly recommend this instructive and encouraging book for personal reflection and group discussion. A rare, refreshing resource. - Commissioner William W. Francis, Past Chairman of The Salvation Army International Doctrine Council The writing is good: clear, informative, accessible, with helpful anecdotes and well referenced with Scripture. A very fine work. - Jonathan Raymond, President Emeritus of Trinity Western University, Langley, BC The abuse of the biblical promise of healing generates disbelief and scorn. Yet, in the [underdeveloped] world, healings are often a prelude to rapid [church growth]. In Miraculous Healing, Max Sturge walks us through the Scriptures, pointing out frequency and types of healings, following up with important issues such as, why doesn t God always heal? This helpful book frames the issue, inspiring faith in speaking to our needs and circumstances. - Brian C. Stiller, Global Ambassador, The World Evangelical Alliance The book costs $15, taxes included. If you'd like a copy, print your name on the sign-up sheet. The publisher/printer will ship the appropriate number of books to the corps.

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