| TAKE NOTE CONGREGATIONAL MEETING on Sunday, October 27 at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to attend; only members can vote. Janet and Keith and Sonya have applied for membership at OEFC. If you have any questions or concerns, contact Jack K. The report booklet is attached and printed copies will be available at the meeting. GROWTH GROUPS Want to be more connected at OEFC? Join a Growth Group with 8-12 other adults for fellowship, Bible study, prayer and service. Contact Dave B. CHRISTMAS CANTATA There is still time to join others practicing Sunday afternoons (3-4pm) for a Christmas Cantata to be presented during the morning service on December 15! More tenors and basses are especially needed! VISITATION TEAM Would you enjoy visiting a shut-in or lonely senior from our church community or someone who is in the hospital? We're forming a team who have a heart for this ministry and who we can call on to do some visiting! Training available. Email Cathie for more information or to sign up. And if you know of someone who would be blessed by a visit, please contact the church office or Cathie. |
THIS WEEK @ OEFC Thursday, October 24 9:30-11:30am COFFEE & CRAFTING for adults (drop-in format) 1-3pm GRIEFSHARE contact the church office to register ($20) 7:30pm ROOTED for Young Adults (post-high school). Laser Tag: meet at the church at 7pm to carpool or meet at Laser City South Calgary at 7:30pm! (18-9950 Macleod Trail SE). Check Instagram for details. Friday, October 25 11:30am - YOUNG AT HEART luncheon and drama (sold out) No YOUTH this week (pray for our youth leaders at a retreat over the weekend) Sunday, October 27 - PARENT/CHILD DEDICATION SUNDAY 9:15am WORSHIP SERVICE (traditional) in the Fireside Room. Pastor Rob will be preaching on humility. 10:15am PRE-SERVICE PRAYER in the Prayer Room to the right of the platform (Main Auditorium) 10:45am WORSHIP SERVICE (contemporary) in the Main Auditorium. Pastor Rob will be preaching on humility. NURSERY (up to 36 months), PRE-SCHOOL (2-3 and 4-5 year olds), and CONNECT (Grades 1-6). Live-stream available 3-4pm CHRISTMAS CANTATA practice 6:30-8:30pm GRADE 10-12 GIRLS BIBLE STUDY @ OEFC. For more info, contact Lindsay. 7pm CONGREGATIONAL MEETING for all adults. Come hear what the Elders Board, staff, and FPC share about where we've been and where we're heading! The report booklet is attached and printed copies will be available at the meeting. Tuesday, October 29 6-7:15am FIRST WATCH Men's Bible Study 9:30-11:30am LADIES BIBLE STUDY 6:30-8pm KIDS CLUBS 6:30-8pm DIVORCECARE contact the church office to register ($20) 7pm LADIES BIBLE STUDY at the home of Pam D. 7:30pm ROOTED DEEPER Bible Study for Young Adults (post-high school) Studying Romans 5. Bring a friend and some snacks! Check Instagram for details. Wednesday, October 30 10-11:30am WEDNESDAYS IN THE WORD new study: Walking with Jesus - The Gospel According to Mark. Everyone is welcome! 6:30-8pm LADIES BIBLE STUDY 6:30-8pm MEN'S BIBLE STUDY Thursday, October 31 9:30-11:30am COFFEE & CRAFTING for adults (drop-in format) 1-3pm GRIEFSHARE contact the church office to register ($20) 7:30pm ROOTED for Young Adults (post-high school). PowerPoint night (make a presentation about anything you want to share). It’s going to be a super random and funny night! And don’t forget to dress up for a mini Halloween costume contest… there will be a prize! Check Instagram for details. Friday, November 1 7-9:30pm YOUTH for Grades 7-12 at OEFC! |
LOOKING AHEAD MEN'S BREAKFAST Saturday, November 16 (9am) at OEFC for all men. Enjoy a great breakfast, conversations around the table, and listening to Rob D share his testimony. If you are able to help with set-up, clean-up or cooking, please contact Pastor Steve. OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Shoeboxes are due back at the church by November 17. Pick up a box to fill with school supplies, hygiene items, toys, etc. More info about packing shoeboxes. NEW: CONNEXION CORNER FOR HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS (Grades 10-12)! Monday, November 18 (7pm) "What I wish I had known when I was 16." Discover insights and advice from some very special guests, along with yummy food and a fun craft! A CONNEXION CAFE CHRISTMAS for all ladies. Save the Date: Monday, November 25 @ 7pm (stay tuned for more details, but the 20 foot charcuterie table will be back!) |
CHECK IT OUT! OEFC Library News Freedom’s Light by Colleen Coble A young lighthouse keeper must navigate the dangerous waters of revolution and one man’s obsession with her to find safe harbor with the sea captain she loves. |
OUT & ABOUT LET'S FIESTA! 28th Annual Dinner and Auction in support of Brant Christian School on Saturday, November 2 (5:30pm) at Highwood Memorial Centre. Tickets available online. SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES with Operation Christmas Child processing centre in Calgary. Be a part of sharing Jesus' love with children around the world! Short-term positions from mid-November to mid-December; more information and application form online. CULTIVATING A CULTURE OF LIFE A pro-life conference will be held November 7-9 at Bethel United Reformed Church in Calgary. Become equipped with tools to engage your political leaders, hear stories from those working directly with mothers considering abortion, be challenged to engage our culture with meaningful conversations about abortion and euthanasia, and connect with like-minded advocates. Info and registration online. |
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