if I called you a thief, you may be offended, vigorously deny it, and be outraged that even such a thought might be expressed. Thou shalt not steal is the eighth commandment. And most of us will feel good about that one. But hold on for a second. What kind of stealing are we talking about? I don’t take what doesn’t belong to me, so I feel good. But do I steal time. Do I borrow and not return the item? Do I steal your affection by taking advantage of your good will? For example, a person offered, If you help me with getting my wood in for winter, I will help you bring your supply in. So, I help them get all their wood, cut, split and stacked. But when it came time for my turn, they were unavailable. We steal from the government, by claiming disability, when it is possible to work. We steal from our employer by taking longer or too many breaks, engaging in personal business while at work or taking time to be on social media.

Ephesians 4:28 tells us not to steal, but to work so we can share with others. The purpose of work is to benefit others. Stealing in all its forms has no benefit for others, but simply feeds oneself. We are called to a higher standard than those who are not Christ followers. We work hard, so we can be a blessing. And when we are a blessing, we get blessed beyond anything we could have achieved by stealing.

This Sunday, we will continue our sermon series on Ephesians, keying in on Chapter 4:28. Hope to see you there – Pastor Jim Reimer.

Multi-Church Gathering

On Friday, Oct 25, 7pm It’s time to enjoy gathering with the Saints from various churches again! This gathering will be at KCF. There has been a break for a while during the summer months, so we are really looking forward to spending time together again as we worship, pray and spend social time together. Don’t forget to bring goodies to share and a friend if you can!

Bright Lights After School Program

Bright Lights is back and is now underway. Open to children K to Grade 3. Held at KCF, 520 Falls Street, Tuesdays @ 3:30pm. Inquiries to Doreen at (250)354-2077.

Our Daily Bread

With the seasonal shift, ODB is needing a fresh pool of volunteers. Please pray for provision for 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: office@kcfoffice.com – mention ODB.

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

Rides to Church

If you can offer someone a ride to church on Sunday, please let us know.

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