February CONNECT
The February edition of our church newsletter, CONNECT is available today.  Be sure to pick up a copy at Connections Corner.

Square One Event
Hey young adults, after church today let’s all go to lunch together.  We will all come planning to buy our lunch at a local fast food place and enjoy the conversation you can have around a booth!

Bible Memory Bash 2012 (K-Grade 4)
We are in the middle of a new 8 week series in Main Street called “Winter Extreme” focusing around winter sports competitions (X Factor Games).  It teaches the children how to be disciples of Jesus and what that means.  Each week there is a Bible verse that goes along with the lesson to reinforce what they have learned.  It is so important and so valuable for your children to commit scripture to memory.  This is the age they absorb it and retain it!  So with this being said I am encouraging and challenging the kids to be a part of the BIBLE MEMORY BASH.  This is how it works:

• Each week, over the next 8 weeks, from January 8th to February 26th the kids will be given a new memory verse card that they collect on a ring and take home with them.
• At the end of 8 weeks if they have memorized all eight verses and are able to say all of them by themselves to one of the Main Street leaders they will be  rewarded with their own “X Factor” medal and a Victory Party in early March (date to be announced) to celebrate their achievement.

Please encourage your children to be a part of this activity.  They will need you to be their cheerleaders and coaches.  The true reward is not in the medal or in the party but in the truths that they will hide in their hearts!

Thriving Family Magazine
The January-February issue of Focus on the Family’s Thriving Family magazine is now available.  Pick up your copy in Kidsville or at Connections Corner.

Valentine’s Music Night
The Pregnancy Resource Centre will be hosting a Valentine’s Music Night on Saturday, February 11th at 7pm at Gunningsville Baptist Church.  The church is located at 160 Old Coach Road in Riverview.  Several well-known local groups will be performing.  A freewill offering will be taken and refreshments available. Please contact 857-3033 if you require further information.

Potluck with Paul & Kelly Carline
Join us on Sunday, February 12th at 5:30pm for a potluck with our Partners-In-Mission, Paul & Kelly Carline, serving as CBM Global Field Staff in Nairobi, Kenya.  The Carlines are in Canada on home assignment and would like the chance to tell us about their work in Africa.  Please bring your favourite main dish or salad to share; dessert and beverages will be provided.

ABW Meeting Notice
Ladies please remember that Monday, February 13th is our next ABW meeting.  We’ll be hearing from  several of our members about where our money goes.  You can still contribute to the Crandall Auxiliary Fund as well as toonies for abuse victims in the Congo. Please bring your brown bag lunch and we’ll have something tasty to share.  See you at 12 noon!

Lewisville 101 Membership Class
If you are interested in participating in our Lewisville 101 Membership Class, please sign up on your Connections Tab or at Connections Corner.  We will be holding a membership class the last Tuesday of every month at Dale Somers’ home (5 Warner Lane).  Our next class will be on Tuesday, February 28th at 6:30pm.

Sniffle Sniffle! A Note for Parents from Kidsville
It’s that wonderful time of year again—cold and flu season!  I know, very exciting.  In Kidsville, we’re all about sharing—except when it comes to our germs!  To that end, we’re is making every effort to keep those silly germs at bay for the benefit of all of our fantastic kids (not to mention fantastic leaders)—lots of Purell and hand-washing!  So, we’d love for you to join us in the fight against phlegm, the battle against boogies, the conflict with coughing…well, you get the idea.  If your little soldier is fighting their own little bug, please help us out by doing one of 2 things:  You can keep your brave little sniffler on the sidelines for a week to protect the rest of the troops, or at least let your leaders know what we’re up against so they can make every effort to secure the fort against enemy influenzic invaders!  Thanks for your help, parents!  Together, we can help keep everyone “over the weather!”

Church Keys
Attention all church key holders!  In the near future we will be starting to lock the interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please try your key in both locks, and if it needs replacing, please sign up at Connections Corner or notify the office.

Bible Memory Bash 2012 (K-Grade 4)
We are beginning a new 8 week series in Main Street called “Winter Extreme” focusing around winter sports competitions (X Factor Games).  It teaches the  children how to be disciples of Jesus and what that means.  Each week there is a Bible verse that goes along with the lesson to reinforce what they have learned.  It is so important and so valuable for your children to commit scripture to memory.  This is the age they absorb it and retain it!  So with this being said I am encouraging and challenging the kids to be a part of the BIBLE MEMORY BASH.  This is how it works:

• Each week, over the next 8 weeks, from January 8th to February 26th the kids will be given a new memory verse card that they collect on a ring and take home with them.
• At the end of 8 weeks if they have memorized all eight verses and are able to say all of them by themselves to one of the Main Street leaders they will be  rewarded with their own “X Factor” medal and a Victory Party in early March (date to be announced) to celebrate their achievement.

Please encourage your children to be a part of this activity.  They will need you to be their cheerleaders and coaches.  The true reward is not in the medal or in the party but in the truths that they will hide in their hearts!

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting will be held Monday, January 30th at 7pm.  All  members are encouraged to attend.  Pick up a copy of the annual report at Connections Corner today.

Lewisville 101 Membership Class
If you are interested in participating in our Lewisville 101 Membership Class, please sign up on your Connections Tab or at Connections Corner.  We will be holding a membership class the last Tuesday of every month at Dale Somers’ home (5 Warner Lane).  Our next class will be on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:30pm.

Church Keys
Attention all church key holders!  In the near future we will be starting to lock the   interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please try your key in both locks, and if it needs replacing, please sign up at Connections Corner or notify the office.

Love Changes Everything: Living with Passion to Change the World
Saturday, February 4th, 6pm at The Journey Church (Allison Campus), Dr. Tony Campolo will be sharing in a free event presented by World Vision Canada.  Dr. Campolo is a gifted speaker with a convicting message.  His visit is a timely one and lines up well with our February preaching series on compassion entitled “Pulse”.  Our hope is that as many of us as can will take in this excellent and inspiring teaching  opportunity.  If you’d like more info or are interested in going as a group, please write “Campolo” on your Connections Card or contact the church office.

Square One Event
Hey young adults, after church on February 5th let’s all go to lunch together.  We will all come planning to buy our lunch at a local fast food place and enjoy the conversation you can have around a booth!

Valentine’s Music Night
The Pregnancy Resource Centre will be hosting a Valentine’s Music Night on Saturday, February 11th at 7pm at Gunningsville Baptist Church.  The church is located at 160 Old Coach Road in Riverview.  Several well-known local groups will be performing.  A freewill offering will be taken and refreshments available. Please contact 857-3033 if you require further information.

Potluck with Paul Carline
Join us on Sunday, February 12th at 5:30pm for a potluck with our Partner-In-Mission, Paul Carline, serving as CBM Global Field Staff in Nairobi, Kenya.  He and his family are in Canada on home assignment and he would like the chance to tell us about his work in Africa.

Sniffle Sniffle! A Note for Parents from Kidsville
It’s that wonderful time of year again – cold and flu season!  I know, very exciting.  In Kidsville, we’re all about sharing – except when it comes to our germs!  To that end, we’re is making every effort to keep those silly germs at bay for the benefit of all of our fantastic kids (not to mention fantastic leaders) – lots of Purell and hand-washing!  So, we’d love for you to join us in the fight against phlegm, the battle against boogies, the conflict with coughing…well, you get the idea.  If your little soldier is fighting their own little bug, please help us out by doing one of 2 things:  You can keep your brave little sniffler on the sidelines for a week to protect the rest of the troops, or at least let your leaders know what we’re up against so they can make every effort to secure the fort against enemy influenzic invaders!  Thanks for your help, parents!  Together, we can help keep everyone “over the weather!”

Connections Team Volunteers
If you are interested in serving as a greeter, usher or Connections Corner host or want for more information, please write “Connections Team” on your Connections Tab or speak to someone at Connections Corner.

Thriving Family Magazine
The January-February issue of Focus on the Family’s Thriving Family magazine is now available.  Pick up your copy in Kidsville or at Connections Corner.

Volunteer Appreciation Party
If you’re a volunteer in any of the programs or ministries at Lewisville, this party is for YOU!  We’re talking Kidsville leaders and helpers, choir members, worship team, tech team, chair squad, drivers, kitchen folks, greeters, ushers…the whole shebang!  The church is not a building; it’s a group of people, and we highly value the folks who make Lewisville Baptist Church run each and every week.  The staff wants a chance to say thank you and “highly esteem” you for your hard work!

We’ll be hosting a party in your honour on Saturday, January 28th at 6:30pm. We’ll be enjoying an awesome meal together (a “comfort food buffet”) at “Legends Restaurant” (Moncton Coliseum).  There will be other fun stuff and some surprises too, so don’t miss it!  We need to give them numbers by January 26th, so THIS IS THE LAST WEEK TO SIGN UP at Connections Corner, online or via your Connections Tab!

Bible Memory Bash 2012 (K-Grade 4)
We are beginning a new 8 week series in Main Street called “Winter Extreme” focusing around winter sports competitions (X Factor Games).  It teaches the  children how to be disciples of Jesus and what that means.  Each week there is a Bible verse that goes along with the lesson to reinforce what they have learned.  It is so important and so valuable for your children to commit scripture to memory.  This is the age they absorb it and retain it!  So with this being said I am encouraging and challenging the kids to be a part of the BIBLE MEMORY BASH.  This is how it works:

• Each week, over the next 8 weeks, from January 8th to February 26th the kids will be given a new memory verse card that they collect on a ring and take home with them.
• At the end of 8 weeks if they have memorized all eight verses and are able to say all of them by themselves to one of the Main Street leaders they will be  rewarded with their own “X Factor” medal and a Victory Party in early March (date to be announced) to celebrate their achievement.

Please encourage your children to be a part of this activity.  They will need you to be their cheerleaders and coaches.  The true reward is not in the medal or in the party but in the truths that they will hide in their hearts!

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting will be held Monday, January 30th at 7pm.  All  members are encouraged to attend.

Lewisville 101 Membership Class
If you are interested in participating in our Lewisville 101 Membership Class, please sign up on your Connections Tab or at Connections Corner.  We will be holding a membership class the last Tuesday of every month at Dale Somers’ home (5 Warner Lane).  Our next class will be on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:30pm.

Love Changes Everything: Living with Passion to Change the World
Saturday, February 4th, 6pm at The Journey Church (Allison Campus), Dr. Tony Campolo will be sharing in a free event presented by World Vision Canada.  Dr.  Campolo is a gifted speaker with a convicting message.  His visit is a timely one and lines up well with our February preaching series on compassion entitled “Pulse”.  Our hope is that as many of us as can will take in this excellent and inspiring teaching  opportunity.  If you’d like more info or are interested in going as a group, please write “Campolo” on your Connections Card or contact the church office.

Square One Event
Hey young adults, after church on February 5th let’s all go to lunch together.  We will all come planning to buy our lunch at a local fast food place and enjoy the conversation you can have around a booth!

Valentine’s Music Night
The Pregnancy Resource Centre will be hosting a Valentine’s Music Night on Saturday, February 11th at 7pm at Gunningsville Baptist Church.  The church is located at 160 Old Coach Road in Riverview.  Several well-known local groups will be performing.  A freewill offering will be taken and refreshments available.  Please contact 857-3033 if you require further information.

Sniffle Sniffle! A Note for Parents from Kidsville
It’s that wonderful time of year again – cold and flu season!  I know, very exciting.  In Kidsville, we’re all about sharing – except when it comes to our germs!  To that end, we’re is making every effort to keep those silly germs at bay for the benefit of all of our fantastic kids (not to mention fantastic leaders) – lots of Purell and hand-washing!  So, we’d love for you to join us in the fight against phlegm, the battle against boogies, the conflict with coughing…well, you get the idea.  If your little soldier is fighting their own little bug, please help us out by doing one of 2 things:  You can keep your brave little sniffler on the sidelines for a week to protect the rest of the troops, or at least let your leaders know what we’re up against so they can make every effort to secure the fort against enemy influenzic invaders!  Thanks for your help, parents!  Together, we can help keep everyone “over the weather!”

Connections Team Volunteers
Our Connections Team needs a boost!  We are looking for people willing to serve as greeters, ushers & Connections Corner hosts.  If you are interested in serving in this way or are looking for more information, please write “Connections Team” on your Connections Tab or speak to someone at Connections Corner.

Church Keys
Attention all church key holders!  In the near future we will be starting to lock the interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please try your key in both locks, and if it needs replacing, please sign up at Connections Corner or notify the office.

Thriving Family Magazine
The January-February issue of Focus on the Family’s Thriving Family magazine is now available.  Pick up your copy in Kidsville or at Connections Corner.

Annual Reports
It’s that time again—time to compile the annual report information.  All boards, committees and groups that have not yet submitted reports are asked to please submit reports ASAP by email to office@lewisvillebaptistchurch.com.  If email is not convenient for you, then drop a copy off at the church office.

Bible Memory Bash 2012 (K-Grade 4)
We are beginning a new 8 week series in Main Street called “Winter Extreme” focusing around winter sports competitions (X Factor Games).  It teaches the  children how to be disciples of Jesus and what that means.  Each week there is a Bible verse that goes along with the lesson to reinforce what they have learned.  It is so important and so valuable for your children to commit scripture to memory.  This is the age they absorb it and retain it!  So with this being said I am encouraging and challenging the kids to be a part of the BIBLE MEMORY BASH.  This is how it works:

• Each week, over the next 8 weeks, from January 8th to February 26th the kids will be given a new memory verse card that they collect on a ring and take home with them.
• At the end of 8 weeks if they have memorized all eight verses and are able to say all of them by themselves to one of the Main Street leaders they will be rewarded with their own “X Factor” medal and a Victory Party in early March (date to be announced) to celebrate their achievement.

Please encourage your children to be a part of this activity.  They will need you to be their cheerleaders and coaches.  The true reward is not in the medal or in the party but in the truths that they will hide in their hearts!

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to connect with Diane.

Volunteer Appreciation Party
If you’re a volunteer in any of the programs or ministries at Lewisville, this party is for YOU!  We’re talking Kidsville leaders and helpers, choir members, worship team, tech team, chair squad, drivers, kitchen folks, greeters, ushers…the whole shebang!  The church is not a building; it’s a group of people, and we highly value the folks who make Lewisville Baptist Church run each and every week.  The staff wants a chance to say thank you and “highly esteem” you for your hard work!

We’ll be hosting a party in your honour on Saturday, January 28th at 6:30pm.  We’ll be enjoying an awesome meal together (a “comfort food buffet”) at “Legends Restaurant” (Moncton Coliseum).  There will be other fun stuff and some surprises too, so don’t miss it!  Please sign up at Connections Corner or via your Connections Tab so we know you’re coming!

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting will be held Monday, January 30th at 7pm.  All  members are encouraged to attend.

Lewisville 101 Membership Class
If you are interested in participating in our Lewisville 101 Membership Class, please sign up on your Connections Tab or at Connections Corner.  We will be holding a membership class the last Tuesday of every month at Dale Somers’ home (5 Warner Lane).  Our next class will be on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:30pm.

Valentine’s Music Night
The Pregnancy Resource Centre will be hosting a Valentine’s Music Night on Saturday, February 11th at 7pm at Gunningsville Baptist Church.  The church is located at 160 Old Coach Road in Riverview.  Several well-known local groups will be performing.  A freewill offering will be taken and refreshments available. Please contact 857-3033 if you require further information.

Connections Team Volunteers
Our Connections Team needs a boost!  We are looking for people willing to serve as greeters, ushers & Connections Corner hosts.  If you are interested in serving in this way or are looking for more information, please write “Connections Team” on your Connections Tab or speak to someone at Connections Corner.

Church Keys
Attention all church key holders!  In the near future we will be starting to lock the interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please try your key in both locks, and if it needs replacing, please sign up at Connections Corner or notify the office.

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful
Wake up to a winter wonderland on a Sunday morning?  If the snow is falling then you best be calling yoo-hoo…and by yoo-hoo we mean the church office or website!  For up to the minute information on possible service cancellations, there will be an announcement on the church phone line (853-7552) and website at or before 8:30am the morning of the snow event.  Please be sure and check online or call the church before venturing out in a Sunday morning storm!

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for the latest updates from Rebecca Alward, Ron & Catherine Albinet, Paul & Kelly Carline and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

Christmas Cards
Don’t forget to check for mail in the mailboxes at the info center in the hallway.

Offering Envelopes & E-Offering
See Dale Somers at Connections Corner after the service to get your 2012 offering envelopes.  Dale will also be available to answer any questions you may have concerning giving or e-offering (automatic withdrawal).

Annual Reports
It’s that time again—time to compile the annual report information.  All boards, committees and groups that have not yet submitted reports are asked to please submit reports ASAP by email to office@lewisvillebaptistchurch.com.  If email is not convenient for you, then drop a copy off at the church office.

Program Start Dates
Fusion (Grades 9-12)             Tuesday, January 10th, 7pm
Ladies’ Small Group               Tuesday, January 10th, 7pm
Walking Club                        Wednesday & Friday mornings, 9am
Wee Worship (Grades K-4)     Wednesday, January 11th, 6pm
Speedway (Grades K-4)          Wednesday, January 11th, 6:30pm
Men’s Small Group                 Thursday, January 12th, 7:30pm
Wildside (Grades 5-8)            Friday, January 13th, 7pm
PlayZone (ages 0-5)              Tuesday, January 17th, 10am
Worship Choir                       Wednesday, January 18th, 8:07pm

ABW Notice
ABW meets Monday, January 16th at noon.  This meeting will give us the opportunity to participate in The Great Canadian Bible Study typically done in all UBWMU groups across Canada in January.  Ramona’s group will take the leadership role, and as is always true we are invited to contribute a toonie towards the 2012 project which is helping victims of abuse in the Democratic  Republic of Congo.  January is also the month when an offering is taken to help support the Auxiliary of Crandall University carry out their work.  Please come along with your brown bag lunch and enjoy ” the cake of the month”.  All ladies are most welcome.

Volunteer Appreciation Party
If you’re a volunteer in any of the programs or ministries at Lewisville, this party is for YOU!  We’re talking Kidsville leaders and helpers, choir members, worship team, tech team, chair squad, drivers, kitchen folks, greeters, ushers…the whole shebang!  The church is not a building; it’s a group of people, and we highly value the folks who make Lewisville Baptist Church run each and every week.  The staff wants a chance to say thank you and “highly esteem” you for your hard work!

We’ll be hosting a party in your honour on Saturday, January 28th at 6:30pm. We’ll be enjoying an awesome meal together (a “comfort food buffet”) at “Legends Restaurant” (Moncton Coliseum).  There will be other fun stuff and some surprises too, so don’t miss it!  Please sign up at Connections Corner or via your Connections Tab so we know you’re coming!

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting will be held Monday, January 30th at 7pm.  All  members are encouraged to attend.

Lewisville 101 Membership Class
If you are interested in participating in our Lewisville 101 Membership Class, please sign up on your Connections Tab or at Connections Corner.  We will be holding a membership class the last Tuesday of every month at Dale Somers’ home (5 Warner Lane).  Our next class will be on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:30pm.

Connections Team Volunteers
Our Connections Team needs a boost!  We are looking for people willing to serve as greeters, ushers & Connections Corner hosts.  If you are interested in serving in this way or are looking for more information, please write “Connections Team” on your Connections Tab or speak to someone at Connections Corner.

Church Keys
Attention all church key holders!  In the near future we will be starting to lock the interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please try your key in both locks, and if it needs replacing, please sign up at Connections Corner or notify the office.

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful
Wake up to a winter wonderland on a Sunday morning?  If the snow is falling then you best be calling yoo-hoo…and by yoo-hoo we mean the church office or website!  For up to the minute information on possible service cancellations, there will be an announcement on the church phone line (853-7552) and website at or before 8:30am the morning of the snow event.  Please be sure and check online or call the church before venturing out in a Sunday morning storm!

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for the latest updates from Rebecca Alward, Ron & Catherine Albinet, Paul & Kelly Carline and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

Job Posting at Crandall University
Crandall University is looking for a Development Associate. See the bulletin board in the entryway for  details.

Job Posting at PRC
The Pregnancy Resource Centre (27 John Street) is looking for a Client Services Coordinator.  Resumes should be sent to cpchelp@rogers.com.  The PRC phone number is 857-3033 if more information is required.

Thank You
On behalf of the New Life Mission I would like to take this time to thank you for the graciousness and willingness of Lewisville with regards to the Gift Night held in December.  Your support through donating items to New Life Mission for our children, youth and their families was amazing.  The “Here to Serve” attitude from the church was evident this Christmas season as you provided the opportunity for families to have a special Christmas, which they might not of had otherwise.  May God  continue to bless you as you serve Him.

Also, if you are interested in supporting New Life Mission beyond the Christmas season, there is always a way to help, whether financially, through volunteering, or a bottle or snack donation.  Please do not hesitate to call me at the Mission (859-4277) or speak to me at the end of the service.

Ashley Dana
Assistant Director
New Life Mission

Christmas Cards
Don’t forget to check for mail in the mailboxes at the info center in the hallway.

Offering Envelopes & E-Offering
See Dale Somers at Connections Corner after the service to get your 2012 offering envelopes.  Dale will also be available to answer any questions you may have concerning giving or e-offering (automatic withdrawal).

Camp Wildwood Blizzard Kids’ Camp
Experience a flurry of wacky games, awesome music, crafts, team challenges, winter archery, giant screen fun and lots more excitement!  This 3-day camp for kids ages 7-11 begins at 6pm on January 5th and ends at 10am on January 7th.  Cost is $40 (HST included).  Register online at www.campwildwood.ca.

Annual Reports
It’s that time again—time to compile the annual report information.  All boards, committees and groups are asked to please have their reports to the office by Friday, January 6th (but the sooner the better).  Please submit reports by email to office@lewisvillebaptistchurch.com.  If email is not convenient for you, then drop a copy off at the church office.  Thank you so much!

Program Start Dates
Most of our church programs start next week.  Keep an eye on the website for more information.

Walking Club
Walking Club will be starting up again in January, on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9-10am.  All are welcome to come for some exercise and social time.

Sunday School
Just a reminder that Sunday School starts again next week with classes for all ages.  See you at 9:30!

Volunteer Appreciation Banquet: SAVE THE DATE!
We have many hard-working volunteers here at Lewisville, in all our various programs.  We want to take some time and appreciate you for what you contribute to our ministry, and to that end we will be hosting a Volunteer Appreciation Banquet for ALL our volunteers.  Mark your calendars for the evening of Saturday, January 28th and plan to join us for a gala banquet event that’s all about YOU!  Stay tuned for more details!

Lewisville 101 Membership Class
If you are interested in participating in our Lewisville 101 Membership Class, please sign up on your Connections Tab or at Connections Corner.  We will be holding a membership class the last Tuesday of every month at Dale Somers’ home (5 Warner Lane).  Our next class will be on Tuesday, January 31st at 6:30pm.

Connections Team Volunteers
Our Connections Team needs a boost!  We are looking for people willing to serve as greeters, ushers & Connections Corner hosts.  If you are interested in serving in this way or are looking for more information, please write “Connections Team” on your Connections Tab or speak to someone at Connections Corner.

Church Keys
Attention all church key holders!  Early in the new year we will be starting to lock the interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please return your key to the office and we will replace it with a key that works properly.

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful
Wake up to a winter wonderland on a Sunday morning?  If the snow is falling then you best be calling yoo-hoo…and by yoo-hoo we mean the church office or website!  For up to the minute information on possible service cancellations, there will be an announcement on the church phone line (853-7552) and website at or before 8:30am the morning of the snow event.  Please be sure and check online or call the church before venturing out in a Sunday morning storm!

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for the latest updates from Rebecca Alward, Ron & Catherine Albinet, Paul & Kelly Carline and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

Job Posting at Crandall University
Crandall University is looking for a  Development Associate. See the  bulletin board in the entryway for  details.

Christmas in Kidsville
There will be NO childcare or children’s programs provided today.  The Meeting Room is set up as a children’s area for restless little ones during the service.  Activity packets are available for older children at Connections Corner.

Christmas Cards
Don’t forget to check for mail in the mailboxes at the info center in the hallway.

Office Christmas Hours
The office hours for the week of December 26th-30th will be as follows:
December 26th &  December 27th – CLOSED
December 28th & December 29th – 9 am to 12 pm
December 30th – CLOSED

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for Christmas updates from Rebecca Alward, Ron & Catherine Albinet, Paul & Kelly Carline and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

Annual Reports
It’s that time again—time to compile the annual report information.  All boards, committees and groups are asked to please have their reports to the office by Friday, January 6th (but the sooner the better).  Please submit reports by email to office@lewisvillebaptistchurch.com.  If email is not convenient for you, then drop a copy off at the church office.  Thank you so much!

Policy on Income Tax Receipts
Article IX of our Church Constitution states: “The fiscal year of the Church shall begin the first day of January and close on the last day of December.  Any monetary donation must be received by, or if mailed, postmarked by December 31st to be eligible for an income tax receipt dated for that year.”

Offering Envelopes & E-Offering
See Dale Somers at Connections Corner after the service to get your 2012 offering envelopes.  Dale will also be available to answer any questions you may have concerning giving or e-offering (automatic withdrawal).

Church Keys
Attention all church keyholders!  Early in the new year we will be starting to lock the interior lobby door as a security measure.  However, the new lock is causing problems for the keys currently issued.  Please return your key to the office and we will replace it with a key that works properly.

Walking Club
Walking Club will be starting up again in January, on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9-10am.  All are welcome to come for some exercise and social time.

Volunteer Appreciation Banquet: SAVE THE DATE!
We have many hard-working volunteers here at Lewisville, in all our various programs.  We want to take some time and appreciate you for what you contribute to our ministry, and to that end we will be hosting a Volunteer         Appreciation Banquet for ALL our volunteers.  Mark your calendars for the evening of Saturday, January 28th and plan to join us for a gala banquet event that’s all about YOU!  Stay tuned for more details!

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful
Wake up to a winter wonderland on a Sunday morning?  If the snow is falling then you best be calling yoo-hoo…and by yoo-hoo we mean the church office or website!  For up to the minute information on possible service cancellations, there will be an announcement on the church phone line (853-7552) and website at or before 8:30am the morning of the snow event.  Please be sure and check online or call the church before venturing out in a Sunday morning storm!

Camp Wildwood Blizzard Kids’ Camp
Experience a flurry of wacky games, awesome music, crafts, team challenges, winter archery, giant screen fun and lots more excitement!  This 3-day camp for kids ages 7-11 begins at 6pm on January 5th and ends at 10am on January 7th.  Cost is $40 (HST included).  Register online at www.campwildwood.ca.

Annual Reports
It’s that time again—time to compile the annual report information.  All boards, committees and groups are asked to please have their reports to the office by Friday, January 6th (but the sooner the better).  Please submit reports by email to office@lewisvillebaptistchurch.com.  If email is not convenient for you, then drop a copy off at the church office.  Thank you so much!

Policy on Income Tax Receipts
Article IX of our Church Constitution states: “The fiscal year of the Church shall begin the first day of January and close on the last day of December.  Any monetary donation must be received by, or if mailed, postmarked by December 31st to be eligible for an income tax receipt dated for that year.”

Offering Envelopes & E-Offering
See Dale Somers at Connections Corner after the service to get your 2012 offering envelopes.  Dale will also be available to answer any questions you may have concerning giving or e-offering (automatic withdrawal).

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful
Wake up to a winter wonderland on a Sunday morning?  If the snow is falling then you best be calling yoo-hoo…and by yoo-hoo we mean the church office or website!  For up to the minute information on possible service cancellations, there will be an announcement on the church phone line (853-7552) and website at or before 8:30am the morning of the snow event.  Please be sure and check online or call the church before venturing out in a Sunday morning storm!

Walking Club
Walking Club will be starting up again in January, on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9-10am.  All are welcome to come for some exercise and social time.

Camp Wildwood Blizzard Kids’ Camp
Experience a flurry of wacky games, awesome music, crafts, team challenges, winter archery, giant screen fun and lots more excitement!  This 3-day camp for kids ages 7-11 begins at 6pm on January 5th and ends at 10am on January 7th.  Cost is $40 (HST included).  Register online at www.campwildwood.ca.

Arnold H. McLeod Kids’ Christmas Bazaar
The Arnold H. McLeod Home & School Association is having their annual Kids’ Christmas Bazaar for their students and would be delighted to accept any donations of new or nearly new items, Canadian Tire Money, gift wrap, gift bags, bows, tape, etc.  Please leave a message at the school (856-3475) or email jaschlarb@rogers.com for pick up or for more information.  The last date for collection is Sunday, December 18th.  The money raised will be put toward upgraded technology in the classrooms, readers for French and English programs and many other things not available through District funding.  Thank you for supporting our school!

ABW Notice
The Rebecca Alward ABW Group will meet on Monday, December 19th at 2:30pm for a social time and an opportunity to share news of our Home Mission Project of visiting folks from our congregation.  Please remember to bring your reading course reports” as well as your little ABW books.  As is always true, all ladies are most welcome.

Christmas in Kidsville
There is a variety of extra programs and events that go on at Lewisville over the Christmas Season.  In Kidsville we want to give our volunteers an opportunity to have a break and to be a part of these things.  In order to do this, we will be   providing limited childcare during this season.  For the month of December, the Meeting Room will be set up as a children’s area with a live feed from the service or event.  This will allow for parents and caregivers to view the program if their little ones are restless and they need a place go when there is no childcare.

There will be NO childcare or children’s programs provided during these times:

December 24th,  7:00pm        2nd Christmas Eve Service only

PLEASE NOTE:  There will be childcare available during the 5pm service time on Christmas Eve in Kidsville for infants-age 4.

December 25th, 10:45 am    Christmas Day Worship Service

Christmas Eve Services
As we’ve done over the last few years, we’ll be offering two Christmas Eve services—one at 5pm and one at 7pm—in an effort to accommodate as many folks and families as we can.  The two options are designed to help young     families with an earlier choice, and also to help accommodate many folks who have a variety of commitments during this time.  Please feel free to take advantage of either service as they will be identical presentations.  We hope you, your family and anyone and everyone you can invite will join with us for one of our services on December 24th.

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for Christmas updates from Paul & Kelly Carline, Rebecca Alward, Ron & Catherine Albinet and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

Christmas Letters
The congregational Christmas letter is available today.  Be sure to pick up your copy!

“After Darkness…Light”
Our Worship Choir is at it again, and this year they’re inviting you to join them on a journey of music that celebrates Jesus, the Light of the World!  This year’s  Christmas cantata not only reminds us of the historical events of Christ’s birth, but also rekindles the light that shines in our hearts.  Join us TONIGHT at 6:30pm to celebrate. Plan to be there, and invite a friend, coworker or family member to experience the Light of the World this Christmas.

Square One
Our local food bank will need a team of volunteers to sort donations between Christmas and New Year’s.  If you’d like to be part of the team, please connect with Pastor Rene.

Policy on Income Tax Receipts
Article IX of our Church Constitution states: “The fiscal year of the Church shall begin the first day of January and close on the last day of December.  Any monetary donation must be received by, or if mailed, postmarked by December 31st to be eligible for an income tax receipt dated for that year.”

Offering Envelopes & E-Offering
See Dale Somers at Connections Corner after the service to get your 2012 offering envelopes.  Dale will also be available to answer any questions you may have concerning giving or e-offering (automatic withdrawal).

When the Weather Outside Is Frightful
Wake up to a winter wonderland on a Sunday morning?  If the snow is falling then you best be calling yoo-hoo…and by yoo-hoo we mean the church office or website!  For up to the minute information on possible service cancellations, there will be an announcement on the church phone line (853-7552) and website at or before 8:30am the morning of the snow event.  Please be sure and check online or call the church before venturing out in a Sunday morning storm!

Arnold H. McLeod Kids’ Christmas Bazaar
The Arnold H. McLeod Home & School Association is having their annual Kids’ Christmas Bazaar for their students and would be delighted to accept any donations of new or nearly new items, Canadian Tire Money, gift wrap, gift bags, bows, tape, etc.  Please leave a message at the school (856-3475) or email jaschlarb@rogers.com for pick up or for more information.  The last date for collection is Sunday, December 18th.  The money raised will be put toward upgraded technology in the classrooms, readers for French and English programs and many other things not available through District funding.  Thank you for supporting our school!

ABW Notice
The Rebecca Alward ABW Group will meet on Monday, December 19th at 2:30pm for a social time and an opportunity to share news of our Home Mission Project of visiting folks from our congregation.  Please remember to bring your reading course reports” as well as your little ABW books.  As is always true, all   ladies are most welcome.

Christmas in Kidsville
There is a variety of extra programs and events that go on at Lewisville over the Christmas Season.  In Kidsville we want to give our volunteers an opportunity to have a break and to be a part of these things.  In order to do this, we will be   providing limited childcare during this season.  For the month of December, the Meeting Room will be set up as a children’s area with a live feed from the service or event.  This will allow for parents and caregivers to view the program if their little ones are restless and they need a place go when there is no childcare.

There will be NO childcare or children’s programs provided during these times:

December 11th, 6:30pm        Worship Choir Musical Presentation
December 24th,  7:00pm       2nd Christmas Eve Service only

PLEASE NOTE:  There will be childcare available during the 5pm service time on Christmas Eve in Kidsville for infants-age 4.

December 25th, 10:45 am    Christmas Day Worship Service

Christmas Eve Services
As we’ve done over the last few years, we’ll be offering two Christmas Eve services—one at 5 pm and one at 7pm—in an effort to accommodate as many folks and families as we can.  The two options are designed to help young families with an earlier choice, and also to help accommodate many folks who have a variety of commitments during this time.  Please feel free to take advantage of either service as they will be identical presentations.  We hope you, your family and anyone and everyone you can invite will join with us for one of our services on December 24th.

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for Christmas updates from Ron & Catherine Albinet and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

“The Light Before Christmas”
TONIGHT at 6:30pm our Wee Worship Choir will be presenting their Christmas   musical featuring Lewisville’s own Dr. Kookopolous!  As he and his friends decorate for their Science Class Christmas Party a few thoughtful lessons from Miss Diane help the kids begin to understand how the birth of Jesus was not the beginning of the story but the middle of a much bigger story, and why we celebrate Christmas.  This musical presentation features over 20 of our fantastic ‘wee’ voices, with a special appearance by the Kidsville Crowd, and will kick-start your Christmas celebrations with a focus on Jesus—the true LIGHT of Christmas.  You won’t want to miss it!

This evening will also give you the chance to support the New Life Mission through the giving of gifts.  This is an annual tradition here at Lewisville—one we all love!  Check out the details below.

Gift Night in Support of New Life Mission
Let’s ‘undecorate the tree’! Our annual Gift Night in support of New Life Mission is TONIGHT and we need YOUR help with this festive Here to Serve opportunity.  We at Lewisville have the chance to provide gifts for families who may not otherwise receive any this Christmas.  Here’s how it works:

The tree in the lobby has a number of gift ideas on Christmas lights – pick one (or two, or three, or four)!
Purchase the gift that’s specified on the tag
Bring the gift (unwrapped) to Gift Night tonight at 6:30 pm.

Our goal is to have all of the light tags gone from the tree.  For once it will be a good thing to see a Christmas tree with no decorations as it will mean children and families have been thought of this season. Check out the work of New Life Mission at www.newlifemoncton.webs.com.

Partners-In-Missions Updates
Check out the bulletin board for Christmas updates from Ron & Catherine Albinet and Aaron & Erica Kenny.  Updated prayer cards for all our Partners-In-Missions are available at Connections Corner.

Christmas CONNECT
The Christmas edition of CONNECT is now available at Connections Corner.  Our church newsletter has undergone some recent changes.  Thanks to a new editorial team, it’s bigger, brighter and more fun!  Be sure to pick up a copy for your family and stay up to date with the goings-on at Lewisville and the events of the upcoming Christmas season!

Kids Buy Kids Computers Update
Kidsville has done an awesome job collecting their change for their service project, “Kids Buy Kids Computers” for Lewisville Middle School. Play Zone, Speedway and our Sunday Morning kids raised $459.63. This will buy the school two much needed computers.  Way to go kids!  We are so proud of you!  You made a difference!  The Speedway kids have voted to have “Princess Dennis” come for Speedway’s Family Movie Night this Wednesday as their reward for  purchasing 1 of these computers on their own.  What a special treat this will be!!  Feel free to drop by to have a glimpse!

Youth & Young Adult Programs
Fusion—The Fusion Christmas Party will be Tuesday, December 6th and will be the last group night until January.

Wildside—Wildside is now finished for the holidays and will resume on Friday. January 13th.

Square One—Our local food bank will need a team of volunteers to sort donations between Christmas and New Year’s.  If you’d like to be part of the team, please connect with Pastor Rene.

Speedway Family Movie Night Christmas Party
This Wednesday, December 7th at 6:30pm is Speedway’s last night before Christmas and they head to the movies right here at Lewisville.  The feature presentation will be the Veggies Tales newest movie, “The Little Drummer Boy”.  There will, of course, be lots of popcorn as well as fun and games.  Even better, it’s a family and friends event!  Everyone is invited—even if you don’t hang out at Speedway!  See you at the movies!

A Time for Rejoicing!
Calling all Goldtimers to our Christmas gathering on Thursday, December 8th at 12:30pm. Enjoy a delicious turkey dinner, listen to the sounds of the season with Mary’s Fiddling Friends and rejoice together in the celebration of our Saviour’s birth.  As part of our celebration, an offering will be taken to support the Hospital Chaplaincy Services.

“After Darkness…Light”
Our Worship Choir is at it again, and this year they’re inviting you to join them on a journey of music that celebrates Jesus, the Light of the World!  This year’s  Christmas cantata not only reminds us of the historical events of Christ’s birth, but also rekindles the light that shines in our hearts.  Mark Sunday, December 11th on your calendar and join us at 6:30pm to celebrate!  Plan to be there, and invite a friend, coworker or family member to experience the Light of the World this Christmas.

Christmas Eve Services
As we’ve done over the last few years, we’ll be offering two Christmas Eve services this year—one at 5 pm and one at 7pm—in an effort to accommodate as many folks and families as we can.  The two options are designed to help young families with an earlier choice, and also to help accommodate many folks who have a variety of commitments during this time.  Please feel free to take advantage of either service as they will be identical presentations.  We hope you, your family and anyone and everyone you can invite will join with us for one of our services on December 24th.

Please note: Childcare for ages 0-4 will be provided only at the 5pm service.

Christmas in Kidsville
There is a variety of extra programs and events that go on at Lewisville over the Christmas Season.  In Kidsville we want to give our volunteers an opportunity to have a break and to be a part of these things.  In order to do this, we will be   providing limited childcare during this season.  For the month of December, the Meeting Room will be set up as a children’s area with a live feed from the service or event.  This will allow for parents and caregivers to view the program if their little ones are restless and they need a place go when there is no childcare.

There will be NO childcare or children’s programs provided during these times:

December 4th, 6:30 pm          Wee Worship Musical Production
December 11th, 6:30 pm        Worship Choir Musical Presentation
December 24th,  7:00pm        2nd Christmas Eve Service only

PLEASE NOTE: There will be childcare available during the 5pm service time on Christmas Eve in Kidsville for infants-age 4.

December 25th, 10:45 am      Christmas Day Worship Service

Policy on Income Tax Receipts
Article IX of our Church Constitution states: “The fiscal year of the Church shall begin the first day of January and close on the last day of December.  Any monetary donation must be received by, or if mailed, postmarked by December 31st to be eligible for an income tax receipt dated for that year.”

Thank You
Dear Church Family,
I would like to say a huge thank you to the church family for a wonderful wedding shower.  I appreciate your kindness, generosity, support, and love throughout my years at Lewisville and I thank God for the wonderful example you all have been to me.  I appreciate the wonderful gifts and am looking forward to being able to use them all.  I would like to especially thank DJ Moore and Ashley Dana for organizing the event, for the ladies that came out to the shower, and for those who were involved behind the scenes.  God bless.

Ashley Barron