| TAKE NOTE OEFC MEMBERSHIP CLASS Are you interested in becoming a member of OEFC or simply want to learn more about OEFC and the Evangelical Free Church of Canada? Plan to join us for two sessions in which we'll walk through our History, our Statement of Faith, and our Character and Calling. Wednesdays (September 30 and October 7) at 7pm at the church. Sign up by Sept 27 or contact Pastor Trevor. VEHICLE PROJECT The OEFC Missions Committee has committed $5,000 to support Stefan & Kaitlyn Schulz and Anchored Warriors Eden Valley as they seek to raise $22,000 for a vehicle. We invite you to give as well, as the Spirit leads, by September 30. Donate by credit card HERE (Anchored Warriors - EV / Project # 965). Give by phone, mail or e-transfer through InterAct Ministries. Giving by cash or cheque may be done through OEFC using an offering envelope (please write project name/number on envelope). HELPERS NEEDED for Sunday School classes, to be an extra pair of hands in the classroom or to be available on the sub list. Contact Alexis Born to find out more! NEWCOMERS LUNCH Sunday, October 4 after the second service (12:15pm). If you are new to OEFC and have never attended a Newcomer's Lunch, please consider yourself invited to this event to meet others and learn more about the church. Let us know how many will attend from your household (adults and children) by registering at the Info Desk. TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY for young ladies at Pam's house, beginning October 6. Register with Pam and order the book on Amazon. What Happens when Women Walk in Faith by Lysa Terkeurst. Lysa knows what it means to walk by faith and encourages you to discover the deeply personal truths of God's Word. This study is filled with stories and Scripture to help you apply practical, Biblical truths to your life and equip you to walk in obedience to God’s calling on your life. YOUNG AT HEART presents the Gladys Aylward story written and performed by Deanna Storfie on Wednesday, October 7 at 11:30am. $20 per person, includes a light lunch. Tickets available in the foyer on Sunday mornings. and Outreach. Sharing life's challenges as we follow Jesus together." OEFC GROWTH ROAD MAP Printed copies are available in the foyer. Building for tomorrow includes the steps necessary as we look ahead to a possible land purchase and new building. Gifts to the Land Fund may be made online. NEW PICTORIAL DIRECTORIES A limited number of directories are available in the church office for $25. Contact Laurie 403-938-3311. | |
| THIS WEEK @ OEFC Thursday, September 24 9:30-11:30 COFFEE & CRAFTING Bring a project or just come for the coffee and conversation! 1-3pm EFREE FRIENDS is our ministry to adults with disabilities. Two people are needed to help out: Bible Teacher (curriculum provided) and Activity Leader (for games and activities). Contact Monica D for more information. 7:30pm ROOTED Young Adults hang-out event - details and updates on Instagram Friday, September 25 7:15am LADIES BIKE RIDE 7-9:30pm FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH @ OEFC for Grades 7-12 (details on the youth hotline 403-938-8888, OEFC Youth on facebook.com or Instagram@oefcyouth). PARENTS: Remember to complete the OKOTOKS EFC 2026-2027 Annual Youth Consent Form Sunday, September 27 9:15am and 10:45am WORSHIP SERVICE Pastor Rob is preaching. NURSERY (0-24 months) and SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES Preschool (ages 2-4) and CONNECT (K-Grade 6). Arrive early to use the Child Check-In system! 10:15am PRAYER for those seeking prayer (Prayer Room, right front Main Auditorium). Livestream available HERE during and after the 10:45am service. 12:30pm LUNCH & LEARN for ladies interesting in learning more about mentoring or being mentored. Register HERE and join us to hear from three current mentoring pairs (Karen & Chloe, Athena & Alex, Linda & Bit). Contact Lindsay B for more info. Monday, September 28 7pm MONDAY NIGHT VOLLEYBALL for 18 years & older @ Bill Robertson Park (in case of rain, meet at the church). Tuesday, September 29 6-7:15am FIRST WATCH Bible Study for men on the Gospel of Mark. Let Cameron O know if you plan to attend. 9:30-11:30am LADIES BIBLE STUDY Register with Hannah H to study The Names of God by Kristi Mclelland and others. 6pm ALPHA dinner and discussion about life and faith. Email for location & info. 6:30-8pm KIDS CLUBS for boys and girls in Grades 1-6 Register online! 6:30-8pm DIVORCECARE contact the church office to register or for more information. 7:30pm ROOTED Young Adults Bible Study (1&2 Peter, 1,2,&3 John, Jude) check Instagram for location, updates and details! Wednesday, September 30 8-9am MEN WHO PRAY in the Multi-Purpose Room 10-11:15am WEDNESDAYS IN THE WORD for all adults 1:30-3:30pm GRIEFSHARE contact the church office to register or for more information. 6:30-8:15pm MEN'S BIBLE STUDY on the book of James, facilitated by Jon H 6:30-8:15PM LADIES' BIBLE STUDY Daring Joy, facilitated by Linda H Thursday, October 1 9:30-11:30 COFFEE & CRAFTING Bring a project or just come for the coffee and conversation! 1-3pm EFREE FRIENDS is our ministry to adults with disabilities. Two people are needed to help out: Bible Teacher (curriculum provided) and Activity Leader (for games and activities). Contact Monica D for more information. 7:30pm ROOTED Young Adults hang-out event - details and updates on Instagram Friday, October 2 7-9:30pm FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH @ OEFC for Grades 7-12 (details on the youth hotline 403-938-8888, OEFC Youth on facebook.com or Instagram@oefcyouth). PARENTS: Remember to complete the OKOTOKS EFC 2026-2027 Annual Youth Consent Form Saturday, October 3 5-7pm MEN'S BARBECUE Men and boys of all ages are welcome to a BBQ at the church. Please sign up by Sept 27 and feel free to bring some outdoor games! | |
| COMING UP Sunday, October 4 (6:30pm). GIRLS GR 9-12 BIBLE STUDY. Contact Lindsay B for more info or to sign up. Sunday, October 25 POTLUCK (6pm) and CONGREGATIONAL MEETING (7pm). Mark your calendars for our next potluck supper, and stay for the meeting to follow to learn more from staff and elders about where we're at and where we're heading. Sunday, November 8 SINGLE MOMS BANQUET. More info to come, including registration! We are accepting donations toward gift cards for the moms. Give online or through the offering on Sundays (please clearly mark your envelope SINGLE MOMS. | |
| CHECK IT OUT OEFC Library News Whose Waves These Are by Amanda Dykes In the wake of WWII, a grieving fisherman submits a poem to a local newspaper: a rallying cry for hope, purpose . . . and rocks. Send me a rock for the person you lost, and I will build something life-giving. Decades later, Annie Sawyer is summoned back to Ansel-by-the-Sea when she learns her Great-Uncle Robert, the man who became her refuge during the hardest summer of her youth, is now the one in need of help. What she didn't anticipate was finding a wall of heavy boxes hiding in his home. Long-ago memories of stone ruins on a nearby island trigger her curiosity, igniting a fire in her to uncover answers. | |
| OUT & ABOUT SABC Thank you for your continued prayers for camp ministries. Everyone is invited to their AGM on Saturday, November 7 (10am with lunch to follow). Please RSVP online. VOLUNTEER FOR TOWN OF OKOTOKS COMMITTEES Do you care about your community and want to help shape decisions that affect life in Okotoks? The Town of Okotoks is recruiting volunteers to serve on Council committees and boards. These groups provide advice, perspectives, and community input that help shape programs, services, and initiatives across our community. Serving on a committee or board is a great way to share your experiences and ideas, represent perspectives that may not always be heard, and help build a stronger, more inclusive community.
ISOLATION & CONNECTION CONFERENCE presented by Kneehill Addiction Recovery Network is taking place November 6-7 at Prairie College, featuring Mark Buchanan, Naomi Holland, and Alanna Waines. More information online. |
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