Building together…

As we enter a new season - I love the sense of God also speaking in fresh ways, gathering us to himself, bringing words of life and hope, challenge and direction, and the sense of expectation for what he wants to do in us as a group of people.

I was reading in Ezra the other day and it has this interesting verse. The temple of God had been in disrepair, but the people had gathered together to rebuild it, and it says, “And the elders of the Jews were successful in building THROUGH the prophesying of Haggai the prophet and Zechariah...” (Ezra 6:14). They were successful through God’s words of life to them, sustaining and encouraging them… and if you have a quick look in Haggai and Zechariah, here are some of those words from God…

” I am with you” …” The latter glory of this house will be greater than the former.” … “I will fill this house with glory” … “My Spirit is abiding in your midst; do not fear” … “In this place I will give peace” … “I will dwell in your midst.” … “They shall be my people, and I will be their God…”

No wonder they were encouraged to build and not give up!

As we enter a new season, God also wants to breathe fresh words of encouragement and hope and a clear call to build! God commissions them in Haggai 2:4, “…and all you people of the land take courage,’ declares the LORD, ‘and work; for I am with you…”

This Sunday we start a new sermon series, giving vision for who we believe God is calling us to be as a church and what we are to be about. There will be words of hope and also a call to give ourselves in a fresh way to work, to dedicate ourselves to the purpose of being a place where we are both encountering God in our lives and also a place where others can encounter Him in our community. God wants us to see and know him and to make him known. And he has made a way to be with us!

Looking forward to a season of dedication, of our lives to the purpose of God. See you at the temple! : )

Sunday at 10:30am – Andrew Freeman.

Communion Sunday

This Sunday, we will have communion, so if you are joining us online, be prepared at home with grape juice and bread as we share in this special time together.

24 Hour Prayer Night

Saturday Sept 20^th 10am to Sunday Sept 21 10am

Here is a link where those who want to join the prayer night can just put in their name on the slot they want, and they will get an email reminder.

Https://signup.24-7prayer.com/signup/db1712

Celebrate Recovery

For anyone with Hurts, Hangups or Habits.

A Christ-centred 12 Step Recovery Program

Are you ready to embark on a journey of real and lasting change?

Tuesdays, 7pm at the Lookout, 520 Falls Street.

Inquiries to Calvin – spring.10@hotmail.com

Growth Groups/The Well

Small Groups will begin Oct 8 and run till Dec 10 – Wednesdays @ 7pm.

These groups are our opportunity to growth with God and each other. Registration is now open – a sign-up sheet will be at the Guest Table on Sunday showing all the groups available. The groups will be meeting in homes in various locations in Nelson including one near Six Mile, North Shore.

Thanksgiving Community Dinner

On Monday, Oct 13, 5pm KCF/ODB will host a Thanksgiving Community Turkey Dinner. All are welcome!

This is a great time to share time and a delicious meal with friends, community, and family. We hope you can make it.

If you would like to donate a turkey(s), cook at turkey for the event in your home, volunteer your time either ahead for prep or at the event, simply reply to this email or check out the sign up sheet that will be available at church on Sundays.

The Lookout

The Lookout space for our vibrant children’s ministry is almost ready for use! A big thank you to all who have contributed time and resources to make this happen.

There remains a need for financial support to make the kitchen space a reality. You can help and leave a legacy for generations to come. Please consider financial donations of any amount. Please etransfer to office@kcfoffice.com or provide a cheque or cash at the office marked children. If you want to volunteer your time, connect with Pastor Jim. Thank you.

Food Bank

Our Food Bank is in regular operation every Thursday from 9 to 11am!

We are always accepting donations of non-perishable food items, so feel free to drop items off that have been lingering in your cupboards.

Volunteers are needed Thursdays from 8:30 – 11:10am. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Tyler Bethune at odb@odboffice.com.

Our Daily Bread

If God is leading you to help someone not be hungry, to have a safe place to go for community, and to experience the love of God, please consider Volunteering or sending Our Daily Bread a financial gift today.

Etransfer: odb@odboffice.com

Here is a video link that captures the heart of ODB. We hope you can take a moment to click on the link and watch it. We also invite you to share this link far and wide. https://youtu.be/BNJbNrIdQkY?si=I5Yip9tu08MoYKvf

Tithes and Offerings

Those who are wanting to support our Church with offerings (during this time, it is very much appreciated) it can be done by etransfer to office@kcfoffice.com, through our website via PayPal, or by calling in to the office with a credit card or mailing in your cheque. Thank you for your continued giving to the church with your tithes and generous offerings.

Anne-Marie Rasmussen – Administrator