Do you want to be part of something MASSIVE?

 The scope of what God has in mind for mankind is breathtaking. He sees a people restored and in right relationship with him; he sees the world working in harmony, every part of nature reflecting his beauty, power and precision; he sees people becoming more and more like him, looking like him and acting like him in the world; he sees the expansion of his perfect ways filling the earth, his kingdom, his rule and reign coming to every part of the universe. He sees a kingdom with a king who rules justly, loves extravagantly, cares graciously, saves completely, restores fully - what a king and what a kingdom.

 And as we come to the end of this series on God’s BIG story, he invites us into it - to not look from the outside and observe but to give our lives wholeheartedly to the purpose at hand. The aim of our lives is not to get saved so we can go to heaven, the aim of the church is not to get a group of people saved so they can go to eternal rest, but to see people come alive in relationship with Jesus and be a part of bringing heaven to earth. The goal is not salvation… that’s only where the fun begins, we get to be a part of seeing the kingdom of God come on earth. Each and every one of us with unique gifts, giving it all for the king and the kingdom. 

 He calls us to seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness - not to put our desires and purposes before his, but to find our lives totally fulfilled as we live rightly with him. He promises to help us and he works in us and through us as we are connected to his body and have his life giving Spirit flowing through every part. Like a body with every part working well as we are connected to Jesus the head; and like a vine we are the branches and as we stay connected to Jesus the vine we cannot help but bear fruit as we let ourselves be shaped by the Father, the master gardener.

 Let’s not waste our lives on our own tiny pursuits, but as we go his way we find ourselves truly fulfilled and part of something MASSIVE! 

 Love to all,

Andrew

(pastor/team leader at Kootenay Christian Fellowship)

 Tithes and Offerings for Cheerful Givers!

For those who are wanting to support our Church with offerings, 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.

 24 Hours of Prayer

Saturday, June 6 to Sunday, June 7 we are having 24 hours of Prayer at KCF.

Here is the google sign up link – please choose a slot. We will also have sign ups available at our Sunday gathering.

 Google Reviews for KCF!

Many of you who now attend KCF came because you Googled for a church and KCF was the first one to come up. Help to keep us on top of that list. Google Kootenay Christian Fellowship and drop a Review!

 Share Housing Initiative Annual General Meeting

Share Housing Initiative will be holding its AGM on Monday, May 11, 7pm at KCF.

Come on out and hear about what has been going on and the plans for what lies ahead. All are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Only members can vote. If you are interested in membership, let us know by replying to this email.

 Empowered to Witness Training Conference – Salt and Light

May 13 to 16 (Wed to Sat), Vancouver, BC

Registration Required - $330.

 Family Camp

This year Family Camp will be held at Kokanee Park Aug 21-23.
Save the dates!

 The Lookout

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

There is still a need for financial support. 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. Thank you.

 Celebrate Recovery

For anyone with Hurts, Hang ups or Habits.

A Christ-centered 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

 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. There will be a bin on site on Sundays during our gathering too!

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 everywhere. https://youtu.be/BNJbNrIdQkY?si=I5Yip9tu08MoYKvf

Anne-Marie Rasmussen – Administrator