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This SundayJoin us for worship this Sunday as we begin our new series: Telling the Stories. This Sunday, we’ll engage with stories from Scripture and stories God invites us to write. Join us next Sunday as we continue our series and hear stories of wonder. |
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UpdateThank you for all who participated in last Sunday’s Congregational Meeting. If you were unable to participate and would like to submit your responses, please contact Catherine (catherine@gatheringchurch.ca) Leadership is compiling the notes taken on Sunday and will communicate next steps to the congregation over the next couple of weeks. Please continue to pray and listen as we continue to discern God’s direction.
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Snack AttackPlease pray for Snack Attack. For relationships to form. For encouragement to be given and received and for the community to experience the love of God. With the warm weather here, there are many opportunities for conversation and engagement with the children and youth at Snack Attack. Please continue to pray for God’s love to be received through a healthy snack pack, check-ins and care. |
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...Men: have you ever wanted to learn to make a tomato-based pasta sauce from scratch? Yes? Well now is your chance! You are invited to a cooking class at a venue TBA, May 5, 2026 at 6 p.m. And, obviously we'll be sharing a meal of pasta and meatballs after the cooking class concludes (there will be a minimal cost of $5 per person to cover the cost of the ingredients)! Please RSVP to rocco@gatheringchurch.ca by April 29, 2026 |
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Prayer Focus For this WeekThis week we are invited to pray for:
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Mennonite Relief SaleOnce again this year, we as a church are popping and selling kettle corn at the Mennonite relief sale, May 29 & 30th. This event is not possible without all the valuable volunteers. We are looking for volunteers for two hour 2 to 4 hour shifts Friday evening or Saturday Morning/early afternoon. Please contact Lauraannally@gmail.com if you are interested. We are looking for volunteers for; set-up (Friday afternoon) clean-up (Saturday afternoon), sales, and poppers and baggers. |
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...Baptism is an outward sign of our commitment to be followers of Jesus. If you are interested in having a conversation about baptism, please contact Catherine (catherine@gatheringchurch.ca) by Thursday May 7th. |
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59th Annual Chicken BBQ & 18th Annual Pie Auction FundraiserHidden Acres is hosting our 59th Annual Chicken BBQ & 18th Annual Pie Auction Fundraiser on Tuesday, June 9 from 5 - 7 pm. Come and enjoy our delicious chicken dinner that thousands of people have come to know and love. Along with the chicken, your meal includes potato salad, coleslaw, veggies, pickles, a fresh roll, chips and an apple or fresh baked apple fritter. $22 - 1 Piece Meal / $27 - 2 Piece Meal Pie Auction will happen during the meal. Please visit www.hiddenacres.ca for more details and to order your tickets. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. |
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Looking AheadSunday June 14th we will move our worship service to Hidden Acres Camp. We will meet at 3:00 for an afternoon and evening of Play, Praise, Baptism and enjoying a meal together. If you are interested in baptism, please speak to Catherine (catherine@gatheringchurch.ca)
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T-shirts for the Children's Back-to-School Clothing DriveAs the weather warms up, please consider purchasing new t-shirts for September's Back-to-School Clothing packing and distribution day. Last year we were able to provide a second t-shirt for each child due to generous donations from the congregation. We hope to do the same this year.
Please limit your donations to the following sizes:
Boys S (6-7), M (8), L (10-12) and
Girls S (6-7), M (8), L (10-12)
Please contact Jenny-Lee (jldippel@gamil.com) with questions or donations.
Thank you for your continued support of this important mission of The Gathering.
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Greeting TeamBeing warmly greeted on Sunday mornings as we enter CMCC is often where our worship experience begins. Being greeted reminds us that we belong and are welcome. We would love for you to join our Greeting Team. This is a once-a-month commitment of welcoming people and supporting the flow of Sunday morning If you are interested in joining this team, please contact Catherine (Catherine@gatheringchurch.ca). |
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Becoming A Member of The Gathering ChurchIf you are interested in becoming a member of The Gathering Church, please be in touch with Catherine (catherine@gatheringchurch.ca) |
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Vision and CareOur Vision and Care team members serve the church through offering prayer, care and wise leadership around our vision. The Vision and Care team members are: Marlene Hoekstra, Frank Hoekstra, Doris Maiolo, and Alisha Nafziger. |
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Gathering Church Leadership BoardThe Leadership Board brings prayerful leadership to our faith community, meeting monthly to ensure we fulfill our mission and vision and faithfully oversee the many areas of ministry of The Gathering. The members of the Board are: Rich Janzen, Wazir Ally, Craig Nafziger and Chris Pot.
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TITHES AND OFFERINGS - BELOW ARE SOME WAYS TO GIVE:
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MENNONITE CENTRAL COMMITTEEClick here for the regular MCC (Mennonite Central Committee) Newsletter. |
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...Stay tuned in throughout the week and never miss a beat with
The Gathering Church's Facebook page posts as well as our new Instagram account. @kw_thegatheringchurch
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Got an announcement?Please submit any bulletin announcements for next week to Ruth at office@gatheringchurch.ca by Thursday at noon. |
