Event Guide, January 2015

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January 4 — 31, 2015

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IN THIS ISSUE

FACILITY & OFFICE HOURS

Office:

Mon - Fri | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Building

Sunday | 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Mon - Fri | 7:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Here at Grant Memorial, we’re excited to help you develop

connections with God, with each other and with our community.

These connections can meet you wherever you are — emotionally,

spiritually, and mentally.

It’s our desire to provide everyone who worships here with easy

access to information. This publication does just that by highlighting

activities, events and serving opportunities in our church. There are

opportunities for everyone, whether you are a young person, a

married couple, a student or enjoying your retirement years.

We encourage you to pursue God’s purposes for all people, which

includes living and learning as a community that loves one another.

We hope you catch a

glimpse of God’s kingdom

purposes here and that you

experience a welcoming

community. We invite you

to take a journey with us!

Care & Prayer | page 04

Small Groups | page 05

Spiritual Formation | page 06

Gifts & Offerings | page 08

Grant Café | page 09

Worship Arts | page 10

World Mission | page 11

Children’s Ministry | page 12

Young Adults | page 13

55+ | page 13

Youth Ministries | page 14

Women’s Ministries | page 16

Men’s Ministries | page 17

Linden Christian School | page 18

General Interest | page 19

Forms & Directory | pages 20-23

Weekend Services Worship Alive | 9:00 a.m.

A traditional service that draws from historical expressions of faith…

organ, hymnody, creeds, choir, scripture reading, faith stories.

Live at Eleven | 11:00 a.m.

A contemporary service with a band leading in worship through song,

media clips, and current stories and illustrations.

welcome!

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NEWCOMER LUNCH

Sunday, January 25 | 12:30 p.m. | Room 180

If you are new to Grant, we invite you to join us for

lunch where you will meet other people, learn about

our ministries and programs, and interact with some of

our leaders and staff.

NEW TO GRANT?

Are you new to Grant Memorial? If so, we invite you to

learn what we’re all about. There are several ways to

get connected that will help you get to know us better

and learn how we can best serve you:

Join us for lunch Sunday, January 25! See the

details above.

Contact us by email:

[email protected].

Fill out a Welcome Card on Sundays. Place it in

the offering basket during the weekend service or

drop it off at the Information Desk in the South Hall.

Visit the Welcome Centre on Sunday morning. It is

located next to the Information Desk in the South

Hall.

Complete the forms on pages 20 and 22 of the

Event Guide to receive email updates and to

volunteer.

JANUARY SERIES

GOSPEL OF JOHN

When all Else Fails ~

a series of six talks for a

fresh start for the new year!

January 4 .......................................... When all else fails… Read the Instructions (John 1:1-18)

January 11 ........................................ When all else fails… Stay Focused (John 1:29-50)

January 18 ........................................ When all else fails… Expect a Miracle (John 2:1-11)

January 25 ........................................ When all else fails… Upset your Apple Cart (John 2:13-25)

February 1 ......................................... When all else fails… Believe (John 3:1-21)

February 8 ......................................... When all else fails… Admit It (John 4:1-42)


STEPHEN MINISTRY | MIDDLE AGE

This season in life is full of change, sometimes crisis

and growth. We often have to deal with aging parents,

adult children that haven't fully grown up, as well as our

own mortality. If you are going through a difficult time

and need a sympathetic, trained listener to really listen

to what you are experiencing, we have someone who

can help. Our trained Stephen Ministers can come

alongside you to support you without giving you “pat

answers”. Give us a call if we can help.

Stephen Ministry Leaders:

Shawna Jamieson (204.837.5107; [email protected])

Don Lewis (204.668.6695)

Glenn Miller (204.989.6763; [email protected])

Lynn Stevens (204.888.0475; [email protected])

SUPPORT GROUPS

Support Groups are established around specific

needs or concerns in life. Our groups are led by

people who have experienced the same struggles

that you may be facing. We meet together in the

context of a confidential group, supported by a

study guide centered on biblical principles. Pre-

registration is required.

To learn more or to register, contact the church office

(204.989.6740; [email protected].)

PRAYER

To pray with someone...

On Sundays mornings a team of men and women

wearing red lanyards are available for prayer and

encouragement. We call this Touch Point. They are

safe individuals you can share concerns with, and

they will pray for your needs. To speak with one of

them, make your way to the front of the auditorium

at the end of the service or visit the Prayer Chapel.

To receive prayer support for your needs…

Submit your request through our online prayer

community. Follow the link on the home page of

the website: www.grantmemorial.ca.

Email your request to [email protected].

Telephone the church office (204.989.6740) and

provide your request(s).

Submit a request on the Welcome Card that is

made available on Sunday morning in the bulletin.

Group Prayer also takes place Sunday mornings at

8:30 a.m. in the Prayer Chapel. This is an opportunity

to pray for Grant Memorial and its mission, the

leadership, and church ministries.

prayer care &

Support & Encouragement Our Care Ministry provides care and support for individuals who are not connected to a Small Group or who

may be experiencing a special need. We are here to provide practical support and to encourage you through

the transitions, challenges, and sorrows of life.


In need of prayer and encouragement? Pastor Glenn Miller is available for home or hospital visits.

To request a visit, call 204.989.6763 or email [email protected].

PRAYER WEEKEND | JANUARY 16-18 | 7:00 P.M.

Special messages and corporate prayer each evening.

Connect in Community

Small groups are a great place to connect with

others and with Jesus. They provide us with the

opportunity to experience a sense of belonging

in community and to grow together in Christ.

To get connected in a small group or to learn

more: [email protected].

small groups

Living Life Together


Core Courses CHRISTIANITY EXPLORED | JANUARY 28 – MARCH 25

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free, includes supper

The Christianity Explored course is an opportunity to

explore the Christian faith in a relaxed, non-

threatening atmosphere. It takes place around a

dinner table in small groups. It’s a great place to meet

other people and ask questions without feeling

embarrassed. Dinner is on us. Childcare available

upon request. To register, contact the church

(204.989.6740; [email protected]).

DISCIPLESHIP EXPLORED | JANUARY 28 – MARCH 18

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free, includes supper

Looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we will

explore the meaning of Paul’s words, “for me to live is

Christ and to die is gain.” This is a great follow up

course for people who have attended Christianity

Explored.

Core Courses MEMBERSHIP CLASS | SATURDAY, JANUARY 31

10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Why be a member of Grant Memorial? This course will

look at the basic beliefs and overall vision of Grant –

the things that unite us and make us who we are. This

is a great course for anyone wanting to know more

about Grant; it is also a requirement, along with

baptism, for those seeking church membership. To

register, contact the church office (204.989.6740 or

[email protected]).

Tuesday Learning Community

GENESIS WITH DAVID JOHNSON | FEBRUARY 3 - MARCH 24

Tuesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Providence College and Seminary President David

Johnson will return to Grant Memorial to walk us

through the “beginnings” found in Genesis 1-11.

spiritual formation

Building Knowledge, Character & Skills

To learn more or to register for a class, contact Susan Moore

(204.989.6756; [email protected]), or visit the website (www.grantmemorial.ca).

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Sunday Learning CommunitiesFIGHT (MEN’S STUDY) | JANUARY 11 - MARCH 1

Sundays, 9:00 a.m. | Facilitator: Rob Nickel

Cost: $10

Many men ignore the dangerous spiritual war

surrounding them. This eight-session study by Kenny

Luck can help men respond to the fight with boldness

and duty. This includes recognizing the deceptions

about doing true spiritual battle, realizing the roles

men play at the front lines, and rescuing the captives

from the enemy’s stronghold.

BURNING QUESTIONS | JANUARY 18 – FEBRUARY 22

Sundays, 9:00 a.m. | Facilitator: Charlie Lucking

Apologist Andy Bannister travels across three

countries, talking to people of all faiths (and none) in

search of clarity for the “big” questions such as:

Is there a God? If so… why is there evil and

suffering?

There are thousands of religions: which one is true?

Can we take the Bible seriously or is it just a myth?

Leadership Course WINNING WITH PEOPLE |JANUARY 18 – FEBRUARY 8

Sundays, 9:00 a.m. | Facilitator: Garry Nickel

Relationships are at the heart of every positive human

experience. John Maxwell, a master communicator

and relational expert, makes learning about

relationships accessible to everyone. The most

sophisticated leaders will pick up on skills that will

make them even better, and relational novices will

learn skills that can transform them into relational

dynamos.

Workshops & Seminars LEADERSHIP BREAKFAST | SATURDAY, JANUARY 10

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Facilitator: Ken “Chopper” Wilson

This Saturday morning seminar is designed for

all those in leadership, both within our church

community and the marketplace. We will be

stretched and challenged to think like leaders.

CONTENTMENT | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15

12:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Facilitator: Dr. Richard Swenson

Cost: $15, lunch included

Well known author Richard Swenson (Margin,

The Overload Syndrome) will preach in the

morning services, and present an afternoon

seminar on the theme of “Contentment: The

Secret of a Lasting Calm”. Lunch provided.


INTERNET BANKING | GENERAL DONATIONS

We are pleased to introduce a new way to donate to Grant

Memorial using internet banking.

If you would like to use this method, here are the instructions:

1. Log into your bank or credit union internet banking site.

2. Select “Add Payee/New Vendor”.

3. Search for Grant Memorial Baptist Church. If you cannot find

Grant Memorial, you may need to contact your credit union to

have the church added to their payee list.

4. Enter your Grant Memorial “Account Number” (please contact

Rob Thornhill in our Finance Office

[email protected] or 204.989.6737).

Please note that this is not your offering envelope number.

5. Make your donation as you would any other internet banking

payment. Internet banking donations will be designated to the

General Fund.

6. Charitable donation receipts will be accumulated and issued

annually.

If you have questions, please contact Rob Thornhill in our finance

office ([email protected]; 204.989.6737).

gifts & offerings

Thank you for supporting the

ministries of Grant Memorial

Church. We seek to be good

stewards of your gifts, taking great

care in how we manage and track

the resources entrusted to us.

GRANT MEMORIAL IS A

REGISTERED CHARITY

Charitable Registration

Number: 118946318RR0001

FINANCE NEWS OF NOTE

Charitable receipts for the

year 2014 will be provided in

January/February 2015.

2015 Offering Envelopes are

in your church mailbox.

Thank you for your gifts

supporting what God is doing

here at Grant and around

the world.


The Grant Café creates an atmosphere for

community where people can gather before or

after service times or during the week. On

Sundays, coffee is by donation.

HOURS

Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed school holidays

MENU

JANUARY SANDWICHES:

Grilled Cheese: $2

Grilled Cheese with bacon: $3

Grilled Panini: $6

Roast Beef (slow cooked roast, grilled onions

& sweet peppers, swiss cheese, mustard on

sour dough bread)

Chicken Club (marinated chicken breast,

bacon, lettuce, tomato, bacon, provolone

cheese, guacamole on sour dough bread)

Three Cheese Italian (capicola, Italian ham,

swiss, cheddar & goat cheese, tomatoes on

an olive ciabatta bun)

Vegetarian (hummus, baba ganoush, kale,

tomato, cucumber on a ciabatta bun)

JANUARY SOUPS:

$5 with bread

$6 with grilled cheese

$8 with panini

Monday: Chili, Baked Potato

Tuesday: Thai Chicken, Cream of Mushroom

Wednesday: Chicken and Wild Rice (gluten

free), Cream of Broccoli

Thursday: Zuppa Bolognese, Beef Tortellini

Friday: Chicken Tortilla, Tomato Basil

café

OTHER METHODS OF PAYMENT

FOR DONATIONS

1.Cash or cheque (payable to Grant

Memorial Baptist Church) – numbered

envelopes are preferred

2.Automatic bank withdrawal (Pre-

Authorized Debit or PAD) – forms are

available at Reception

3.Visa or MasterCard regular payment

(Pre-Authorized) – forms are available

at Reception

4.Visa or MasterCard one-time

payment – numbered envelopes and

buff envelopes in the chair racks have

a section to write in credit card

information

5.Sunday morning debit or credit

at the Reception from 8:30 a.m. to

1:00 p.m.

6.Online at www.grantmemorial.ca

7.Donations of publically listed

securities (stocks). Information is

available online at

www.grantmemorial.ca

If you have any questions, please

contact Mike Hart in our finance office

([email protected],

204.989.4272).

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WORSHIP TEAM REHEARSALS

Live at Eleven Team

Wednesdays | 7:00 p.m. | Auditorium

Saturdays | 10:15 a.m. | Auditorium

Sound Check | Sundays | 10:00 a.m.

Worship Alive Team

Saturdays | 9:15 a.m. | Auditorium

Sound Check | Sundays | 8:00 a.m.

CHOIR REHEARSALS

Golden Echoes Choir

Tuesdays | 1:00 p.m. | Room 144

Rehearsals begin Tuesday, January 6

Live at Eleven Choir

Wednesday, January 7 | 7:00 p.m. | Auditorium

Sunday, January 11 | 9:30 a.m. | Room 270

Celebration Choir

Thursdays | 7:00 p.m. | Room 270

Rehearsals begin Thursday, January 8

MISSIONFEST MANITOBA 2015 MASS CHOIR

Missionfest 2015 will be held at Church of the

Rock February 6-8, and you are invited to

participate in the Mass Choir and Orchestra being

led by Heidi Toews. Rehearsals are Thursday

evenings from 8:15-9:15 in room 270. Everyone is

welcome to join us! For more information, contact

Worship Ministries (204.989.6738;

[email protected].)

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY: COMMUNION

Looking for five or six people (or small groups) to

serve the first Saturday and Sunday of the month

to prepare and clean up after the Communion

Services. Time commitment is one and a half

hours on Saturday and one hour on Sunday. If

this is of interest, please contact Heather Ficzere

in the Worship Department (204.989.6738;

[email protected].)

LIVE STREAMING SERVICES

http://new.livestream.com/GrantMemorialChurch


world mission Reaching our Community & Beyond

World Mission is fully committed to glorifying God by making disciples. We provide opportunities for people to

encounter Jesus Christ, to be engaged in relationship with Christ and others, and to be empowered to

serve. We express these efforts through the initiative areas of local partnerships, indigenous church growth,

endorsed missionaries, short-term missions, special projects, and denominational support.

WORLD MISSION LUNCH

Sunday, January 18 | 12:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

Dallas Williams serves as the Director of the Athletes

in Action Sports Camps and Leagues, and Power to

Change Manitoba. Join us for lunch and hear about

the lives being changed as a result of Dallas' work

with these organizations.

MISSIONFEST MANITOBA

February 6-8 | Church of the Rock (1397 Buffalo Place)

Featured speakers are Darrell Whiteman (The

Mission Society, retired), Danny MacKay (I Am

Second), Eric Foley (Voice of the Martyrs), P.G.

Vargis (Indian Evangelical Team) and Ray Wieler

(Children's Camps International). For more

information, visit www.missionfestmanitoba.org.

AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST | MISSION TRIP

Ambassadors for Christ Canada is planning a

mission trip to Cambodia in November 2015. The

team will be limited to eight and will minister in army

camps, a prison and visit villages to share the

gospel. For information on this opportunity, contact

Brian Hamilton ([email protected]).

FAITH ACADEMY | SERVICE OPPORTUNITY

Faith Academy in Manila, Philippines has an urgent

need for a French teacher. For more information

please contact Anne Penner

([email protected] or 632..651.7100

ext.109).

AIM & AFC | PRAYER

A time of prayer for the ministries of Advancing

Indigenous Missions (AIM) and Ambassadors for

Christ (AFC) is held each month.

Advancing Indigenous Missions

Location: AIM Office (235 Princess Street)

Please check the AIM website (www.aimi.ca) for the

date and time. Keith Peters ([email protected];

204.957.8784).

Ambassadors for Christ

Friday, January 23 | 2:00 p.m.

Location: Grant Memorial | Prayer Chapel

Brian Hamilton ([email protected])

World Mission Magazine…next edition coming January 11!

Pick up your copy at the World Mission Wall.


We look forward to the opportunity to explore God’s Word with your children and create space for

them to respond to God. It is always our goal to partner with you and to equip you as the primary

spiritual leader in your child’s life and in your home.

Please feel free to contact our Children’s Ministries team with any questions, comments, or

concerns. It is our pleasure to serve your child and your family.

Beth Braun, Director

Shannon McNeill, School Age Leader

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY | PRESCHOOL LEADER

The Children’s Ministry Preschool Leader provides ministry for preschool

children (birth to age 4), their families and volunteers. The primary responsibility

is to plan and implement regular Preschool Sunday morning ministry, provide

leadership for the volunteers and intentionally connect with children and their

families. For a full job description, visit the website: http://grantmemorial.ca/

about-us/#employment.

GRANT KIDS | REGULAR MINISTRY RESUMES

Sunday, January 11 | 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Regular Children’s Ministry resumes.

GRANT KIDS STORE

The Grant Kids Store is only open JANUARY 11 this month due to the Christmas holidays.

NURSERY | NEWBORN TO 24 MONTHS

Sign-in for 9 a.m. service: 8:45 a.m., Room 115a

Sign-in for 11 a.m. service: 10:45 a.m., Room 115a

The Nursery is located next to the Auditorium. We

use a secure double tag sign-in procedure and

parents can be paged in the main auditorium.

PRESCHOOL | CHILDREN, AGES 2-4

9:00 a.m.

2, 3 & 4 year olds, Room 119a

Sign-in for 9 a.m. service: 8:45 a.m. in classroom

11:00 a.m.

2 year olds, Room 119a

3 & 4 year olds, Room 123a

Sign-in for 11 a.m. service: 10:45 a.m. in classroom

Preschool Curriculum

Tru Blessings for 2- and 3-year-olds, and Tru

Wonder for 4-year-olds.

SCHOOL AGE | KINDERGARTEN – GRADE 5

Lower Level of the Campus

Sign-in for 9 a.m. service: 8:45 a.m., North Foyer

Sign-in for 11 a.m. service: 10:45 a.m., North Foyer

Curriculum

In the School Age Ministry we use the TRU

curriculum, by David C. Cook. This curriculum

teaches God’s ENTIRE story, from Genesis to

Revelation — communicating each Bible story

within the context of “The Big God Story.” Each

lesson is centred on God and how He works in our

lives (tru.davidcook.com).

Sunday Morning

Welcome to Grant Kids!

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YA GATHERING

Sundays, January 11, 18, 25 | 7:00 p.m. | South Hall

Worship and interactive teaching in a great

community.

young adults

FIND US ON FACEBOOK…

GMBC Young Adults

SMALL GROUPS

Sundays | 7:30 p.m. | 2-22 Dundurn Place

New to the church or haven’t found a small

group yet? You’re invited! Led by Dom

Gibson.

Sundays or Fridays

Group for young adult women. Contact

Loralee Dyck ([email protected]).

The Young Adults at Grant are a vibrant community of people who are in college or starting a

career, married or single, believer or not quite there yet. We are a diverse community that is united

by our common faith and desire to know Christ more.

Our goal is to raise up the next generation of believers by impacting our generation for Christ. It is

our desire to be a place that helps people grow to maturity in Christ.

Visit the church website for general information

(www.grantmemorial.ca) or contact us via email

([email protected]).

55 + 55+ is a vibrant group of adults who

believe that retirement is merely the

beginning of a new chapter of serving

within the church and the community.

We seek to use our gifts and interests to

minister to each other through encourage-

ment, prayer, and practical helps.

Sunday Morning 55+ ~ WE WELCOME YOU!

Sundays | 10:30 a.m. | Fellowship Hall

Fellowship, food, music, prayer and biblical

teaching.

GAMERS@GRANT

January 17 | 6:30 - 10:30 p.m. | Room 144

All are invited for a night of board games with new

friends. To learn more, contact Dan Good,

Matt Epp, or the church office (204.989.6740).

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We believe that the story of Jesus matters. In Youth Ministry, our

objective is simple: to become passionate disciples of Jesus Christ.

With the help of the Holy Spirit, families, and fellow believers, we seek

to provide opportunities for youth to encounter Christ, engage with

Christ and others, and be empowered in service.

Tim Bock, Youth Leader | [email protected]

Cait MacHutchon, JR Link Leader | [email protected]

Dom Gibson, SR Link Leader | [email protected]

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YOUTH (GRADES 6-12) | SUNDAY MORNINGS

Sunday mornings has undergone a structural adjustment in JR and SR

High ministries. We’ve created a Sunday morning schedule that we

believe best serves the needs of our community. We are taking

advantage of the teaching in the main service, and allowing for youth

worship and discussion. This new schedule provides youth with

dedicated youth time, and integration into the greater church

congregation. Since both youth and parents will learn the same thing at

the same time, it’s our hope that this will lead to helpful family

discussions.

Youth Worship & Connection… 9:00 a.m. / Room 144

Message in the main service… 9:30 a.m. / Auditorium

Breakfast Club - games snacks, etc… 10:00 a.m. / Room 144

Worship in the main service… 11:00 a.m. / Auditorium

Youth Discussion & Prayer… 11:30 a.m. / Room 144

Welcome to Youth!

Dom Gibson, Tim Bock, Cait MacHutchon


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All Youth (grades 6-12) Friday, January 9 | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

THE HIVE | SMALL GROUPS

First Youth Night back!

Saturday, January 10 | 7:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.

ALL YOUTH SKI TRIP, HOLIDAY MOUNTAIN

Learn more in the sidebar to the right!

Friday, January 16 | 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

PRAYER WEEKEND

Do you ever feel burnt out on prayer? We are kicking off

the prayer weekend (which includes three services

throughout the weekend) by joining the rest of the

church as we explore the Psalms of Lament, pray, and

seek God. Note the early start/end time.

Friday, January 23 | 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

THE HIVE | SMALL GROUPS

Friday, January 30| 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

NOT SO "SURE"-LOCK: MYSTERY CAR RALLY

Sunday, January 18 | 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.

SOAR HEARTLAND | PARENT INFORMATION LUNCH

Soar Heartland is a 10-day mission and discipleship

experience that takes place over Spring Break for youth

in grades 9-12. Join us for lunch for more information

about how you can be involved!

SOAR HEARTLAND 2015 | YOUTH, GRADES 9-12

March 26 - April 4

Applications are due January 25.

[email protected]

For all events, please refer to the website (www.grantmemorial.ca).

To receive our e-newsletter, contact Tim Bock ([email protected]).

ALL YOUTH SKI TRIP | HOLIDAY MOUNTAIN

Saturday, January 10 | 7:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.

Cost: $75

Calling one and calling all to the winter

event of the year! We will head to Holiday

Mountain and Resorts for a day of fun on

the slopes. Cost includes lift, rental, bus,

lunch, and snacks.

Invite a friend!

Permission form available on the website

or by contacting Tim Bock

([email protected]).


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Featured Opportunity DAYBREAK |JANUARY 20 – APRIL 21

Tuesdays, 9:00 – 11:10 a.m.

Cost: $35

A women’s learning community: an opportunity

to get into Scripture and to get Scripture into

you through relevant and exciting studies.

Children’s programming available.

Register in the foyer January 11 and 18, or

call Darla Forbes (204.488.4688).

WINTER STUDY: TWELVE WOMEN OF THE BIBLE

Life-Changing Stories for Women Today

This study is a fresh look at the women in the

Bible that will leave you feeling challenged,

encouraged and deeply valued. We will learn

about the triumphs and failures of Mary

Magdalene, Rebekah, Hannah and nine other

women learning how to:

Apply biblical lessons to our own struggles

Draw near to God in a world filled with trials

Find lasting contentment

Overcome rejection and insecurity

Women’s Ministry at Grant Memorial offers something for women in all stages and

seasons of life. Daybreak is a Tuesday morning women’s learning community that is an

opportunity to “get into Scripture and to get Scripture into you”. The morning includes

refreshments and time with friends. Sessions run fall and winter. Evening learning

communities occur throughout the year; we offer everything from Bible book studies to

groups that focus on a study from a bestselling author. Each year our Community Bible

Study provides an opportunity to “dig deep” in a featured Beth Moore study.

The Connect Cafe is an evening with friends – a time of worship, fellowship and fun that

occurs at various times throughout the year. It’s an opportunity to nurture your

relationships with other women, all in a comfortable atmosphere. Each Spring, we take

time out in an annual retreat. Maybe you enjoy reading! If so, the Pageturners Book

Club offers daytime and evening editions.


women... men CRAFT WORKS

Thursday, January 8

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Are you a crafter? We have a group of women who quilt,

sew, scrapbook, knit and CHAT every other Thursday

morning. Bring a friend!

PAGETURNERS BOOK CLUB

The Pageturners meet to share our

love of books and to talk through

how to become a discerning reader.

Evening Edition

Monday, January 12 | 7:30 p.m.

The Heart is a Lonely Hunter

by Carson McCullers

Location: 277 Lindsay Street

Facilitator: Anne Seib

(204.257.4954)

Daytime Edition

Tuesday, February 17 | 11:30 a.m.

Holy is the Day

by Carolyn Weber

Location: Grant Café, South Hall

Facilitator: Sandra Day

WOMEN’S RETREAT | FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 1

Location: Camp Cedarwood

Speaker: Singer/Songwriter Carolyn Arends

Cost: $125 ($65, students)

Topic: Wrestling with Doubt

It's easy to panic when doubts

arise. Through words and

music, Carolyn will help us

explore life-giving strategies for

allowing our doubts to deepen

our faith. Register online at

www.grantmemorial.ca, on

Sundays beginning January 11,

or by calling the church office

(204.989.6740).

[7] | JANUARY 23 - MARCH 6

SEVEN QUESTIONS THAT RATTLE

IN THE MINDS OF MOST MEN

Fridays, 7:00 – 8:00 A.M.

Facilitator: Geoff Dresser

Being a MALE is easy.

Being a MAN is

daunting. The

pressures of manhood

can be enormous.

Does being a real man

mean having a perfect

family, a corner office,

a luxury car and a

massive home? Or, is

there something more

to life - a source of deeper satisfaction? Join

us for a small group experience in which we

learn the surprising and counterintuitive

things the Bible has to say about being a

man. Breakfast is on us!

SUPER BOWL PARTY | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1

Doors open at 5:00 p.m. | Room180

Cost: Free!

Men, bring your brothers, fathers and adult

sons for a Super Bowl Party in room 180.

Pizza will be provided. To learn more,

contact Rex Neuendorff (204.291.2720;

[email protected]).


linden christian school

www.lindenchristian.org

GRADE 7-12 JAZZ CAFÉ

Thursday, January 15 | 6:30 & 8:30 p.m.

Fellowship Hall

Linden Christian School jazz students annually

host two performances at the Jazz Café. An

evening of music performed by jazz students, and

food catered by Bergmann’s on Lombard will be

enjoyed by guests. Contact Pearl Dresser to

purchase tickets ([email protected]).

EARLY YEARS (K-4) INFORMATION EVENING

Tuesday, January 20 | 7:00 p.m.

Explore the possibility of a Linden Christian

School education for your child. Hear

presentations from administration and educators

in our Early Years program and learn how a

Linden Christian education can benefit your child.

Linden offers biblically-based instruction and

exceptional athletic and performing arts

programming, with a province-wide reputation for

educational excellence.

TRANSITIONAL LEARNING CLASSROOM

BURSARY FUNDRAISER

Sunday, January 25 | 1:00 p.m. | Fellowship Hall

Guests are invited to the Transitional Learning

Classroom (TLC) Fundraising Luncheon. The TLC

is celebrating five years of outreach toward

newcomers to Canada. To reserve your seat or

sponsor a table, contact Kathy-Jo Newkirk

([email protected]). The fundraising

goal is $20,000. Funds raised help students new

to Canada pursue a biblically-based education,

with exceptional teaching focused on helping

newcomers adapt to Canadian culture.

GRADE 6 BAND CONCERT

Friday, January 30 | 8:30 a.m. | Auditorium

Grade six band students will perform their first

band concert Friday, January 30. Join the Linden

community and support the students as they

perform for families and friends.

SCHOOL OF FINE ARTS

PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS

Openings for private music lessons starting

in January in piano, voice, flute, violin, viola,

guitar, and recorder.

Email [email protected] to register.

GROUP LESSONS

ART | GRADES 2-6

JANUARY 5 - MAY 11

Mondays | 3:45 - 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $250

Instructor: Lisa Schroeder

MUSICAL THEATRE | GRADES 1-4

FEBRUARY 5 - APRIL 30

Thursdays | 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.

Cost: $217

Instructor: Bethany Stephens


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Do you have Family News you’d like to share with the church community?

Email: [email protected].

interest Employment

DIRECTOR | YOUNG ADULT & YOUTH MINISTRY

The Director of Young Adult and Youth Ministry

will cultivate relationships and develop a thriving

ministry for the young adult and youth

community at Grant Memorial Church. The

candidate will be responsible for providing

leadership, pastoral care and teaching as well as

oversight and administration for all aspects of the

ministry area. View the full job description online:

http://grantmemorial.ca/about-us/#employment.

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT | OFFICE OF LEAD PASTOR

Reporting to the Lead Pastor, the candidate will

have strong organizational and interpersonal

skills. The candidate will responsible for all the

administrative duties for the Lead Pastor as

related to the operations of GMBC. For a full job

description, visit the website: http://

grantmemorial.ca/about-us/#employment.

PRESCHOOL LEADER | CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES

The Children’s Ministry Preschool Leader

provides ministry for preschool children (birth to

age 4), their families and volunteers. The primary

responsibility is to plan and implement regular

Preschool Sunday morning ministry, provide

leadership for the volunteers and intentionally

connect with children and their families. For a full

job description, visit the website: http://

grantmemorial.ca/about-us/#employment.

Community News TESTAMENT TOASTMASTERS

Mondays | 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Room 269

The mission of the Testament Toastmasters Club is

to provide a mutually supportive and positive

learning environment in which every member has

the opportunity to develop communication and

leadership skills, which in turn foster self-confidence

and personal growth. For more information, contact

John Hart (204.885.3404).

Staff News Pastor Glenn Miller | Pastoral Care Coordinator

I am thankful for each person that God has brought

to the Grant team. It is a genuine blessing to have

friends and strong partners in the kingdom work

taking place here. Pastor Glenn Miller is one of the

partners that fills a vital role of pastoral care. He has

served at Grant for eight years in a variety of roles.

Pastor Glenn will reduce his work time to half-time

beginning January 2015. He will continue to provide

pastoral care and lead the Stephen Ministry team as

the Pastoral Care Coordinator. Much of his time will

be spent off-site in visiting those in need, and his

office hours will be limited. He can be reached

through the office and his contact information will

remain the same.

Personally, I will miss his regular presence in the

office but I am thankful that he will continue on the

team and serve the people of Grant.

~ Ken “Chopper” Wilson, Executive Pastor


SERVE Using our Gifts & Talents

serve form Name _______________________________________ Email _______________________________________________

Phone ____________________________________________________________________________________________

I am interested in learning more about SERVING in the following areas:

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

YOUTH MINISTRY

YOUNG ADULTS

MEN

WOMEN

55+

COMMUNITY CARE

GRANT CAFÉ

HOSTS MINISTRY

SMALL GROUPS

SPIRITUAL FORMATION

TECH TEAM

WORLD MISSION

WORSHIP & THE ARTS

COMMUNICATIONS

1. Auditorium Host

Welcomes each person entering the

auditorium and strives to create a worship

experience that is distraction-free. Friendly

and not afraid to take initiative, i.e. seating

latecomers or opening doors for those

who come and go.

2. Welcome Centre Host

Greet visitors while handing out gift bags

and collect information through the

Welcome Cards and Guest Book.

3. Campus Host

Welcome each person who enters the

doors in a warm and caring manner.

Provide directions or answer questions as

required.

4. Communion

Five or six people (or small groups) are

needed to serve the first Saturday and

Sunday of the month preparing and

cleaning up after the Communion

Services. Time commitment is one and a

half hours on Saturday and one hour on

Sunday. If this is of interest, please contact

Heather Ficzere in the Worship

Department (204.989.6738;

[email protected].)

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registration This form can be used for any course or event

offered in the Event Guide. Please fill in any

information that pertains to the courses or events

you choose.

Last Name ___________________________________

First Name ___________________________________

Address ______________________________________

Postal Code __________________________________

Phone Number _______________________________

Email ________________________________________

Payment:

Cash

Cheque (payable to Grant Memorial Church)

Visa/MC

Card# ___________________________________

Expiry Date _______________________________

Name on Card ____________________________

Signature _________________________________

Amount ______________________________________

First Course or Event

Name of Course ______________________________

Attendee’s Name ______________________________

Date _________________________________________

Second Course or Event

Name of Course ______________________________

Attendee’s Name ______________________________

Date _________________________________________

Third Course or Event

Name of Course ______________________________

Attendee’s Name ______________________________

Date _________________________________________

Fourth Course or Event

Name of Course ______________________________

Attendee’s Name ______________________________

Date _________________________________________

Special Notes or Comments

______________________________________________

______________________________________________

______________________________________________

Complete registration form and drop off at GMC’s

information desk. You can also mail or fax to:

Grant Memorial Church

877 Wilkes Avenue

Winnipeg, MB R3P 1B8

Fax: 204.488.6952

Collection and Use of Personal Information

Personal information is collected in accordance

with the Personal Information Privacy Act. It will be

used to coordinate course or event registrations

and to notify you of cancellations. It may also be

used to notify you of new courses or events. If you

have any questions on the collection and use of

your information, please contact the GMC privacy

officer at 204.989.6740.

Office Use Only

Date received: _______________________________

Payment received by: _________________________

Ministry: _____________________________________


contact If you are interested in having your name and phone number in our church directory, receiving email updates

from specific ministry areas, or having a church mailbox, please complete the appropriate areas and drop off

at the church office.

Email Lists

_________________________________________________________________________________________

Email address (PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY)

I give Grant Memorial Baptist Church (GMBC) permission to send information on the above topics to my email

address (check all that apply).

X________________________________________________________________________________________

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Church Events & Church News

Children

Youth

Young Adults

Women

Men

55+

Prayer

Courses, Classes, Seminars

Volunteer Opportunities

World Mission

Worship Arts

I do not have a church mailbox, but would like one. (please allow two weeks)

Please direct questions on the collection or use of information to GMBC’s privacy officer at [email protected].

ELDERS

Norman Brown, Bruce Day, Allan Dyck, Yuri Hooker, Paul Meisner, Brian Riehl, Richard Stephens

BOARD OF DEACONS, 2014-2015

Bill Burke, Ben Harper, Wadi Karam, Reg Kliewer, Arthur F. Lepp, Rod Neustaedter, Matt Penner, Dino

Silvestri, Mel Zacharias (Chairman)


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Michael Sherbino, Lead Pastor/CEO |GMBC Ext 740 [email protected]

Ken “Chopper” Wilson, Executive Pastor Ext 754 [email protected]

Diana Koldyk, CFO/Stewardship Ministries/Administration Ext 749 [email protected]

Robert Charach, Principal/CEO | Linden Christian School Ext 283 [email protected]

MINISTRY TEAM

ADULT MINISTRIES ........................................................... [email protected]

Susan Moore, Director Ext 290 [email protected]

Karyn Pearson, Connections/Volunteer Coordinator Ext 750 [email protected]

Debra Thiessen, Administrative Assistant Ext 782 [email protected]

ARTS & WORSHIP ............................................................. [email protected]

Geoff Dresser, Director Ext 747 [email protected]

Gary Brenner, Worship Associate Ext 738 [email protected]

Heather Ficzere, Administrative Assistant Ext 738 [email protected]

Michelle Mourre, Worship Associate Ext 738 [email protected]

Chris Wyllie, AV Manager Ext 740 [email protected]

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES .................................................. [email protected]

Beth Braun, Director Ext 757 [email protected]

Shannon McNeill, School Age Division Leader Ext 762 [email protected]

COMMUNITY CARE ........................................................... [email protected]/seniors@...

Glenn Miller, Pastoral Care Coordinator Ext 763 [email protected]

WORLD MISSION ............................................................... [email protected]

Ken “Chopper” Wilson, Director Ext 754 [email protected]

Cheryl Magyar, Administrative Assistant Ext 748 [email protected]

YOUTH MINISTRIES ........................................................... [email protected]

Tim Bock, Youth Ministry Leader Ext 780 [email protected]

Dom Gibson, SR Link Youth Leader Ext 752 [email protected]

Cait MacHutchon, JR Link Youth Leader Ext 753 [email protected]

MINISTRY SERVICES

ADMINISTRATION/RECEPTION ........................................ [email protected]

Amber Hatcher, Reception Leader Ext 740 [email protected]

Melody Riddell, Reception Ext 740 [email protected]

COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING ................................. [email protected]

Angi McCarty, Manager Ext 751 [email protected]

Kaitlyn Gibson, Communications Assistant Ext 297 [email protected]

FINANCE/IT ........................................................................ [email protected]

Rob Thornhill, Controller Ext 737 [email protected]

Mike Hart, Finance Assistant Ext 291 [email protected]

Verna Hildebrandt, Finance & Payroll Assistant, LCS Ext 771 [email protected]

GRANT CAFÉ ..................................................................... [email protected]

Lisa Terpstra, Manager Ext 740 [email protected]

Café Servers: Jaimie Terpstra, Jordan Terpstra, Sade Wilson

HUMAN RESOURCES........................................................ [email protected]

Bev Donald, Payroll Manager/HR Coordinator Ext 392 [email protected]

PROPERTY ......................................................................... [email protected]

Gerry Giesbrecht, Manager–Administration Ext 745 [email protected]

Darrell Grahn, Manager–Building Ext 294 [email protected]

Hteena Eh, Day Porter Ext 289 [email protected]

Grace Penner, Administrative Assistant Ext 783 [email protected]

Custodial: Randy Shingoose, Lead Hand; Giovanni De Geronimo, Angi Green, Ming Jun Guo,

David Horn, Klo Paw Klo, Paw Moo, Nim Rod, Curtis Sinclair

Maintenance: Jim Green, Jim Komenda, Zac Moorhead, Horst Sommerfeld

Set-Up: Richard Cavner, Lead Hand; Kent Dumlage, Luke Hart

Please direct questions on the collection or use of information to GMBC’s privacy officer at [email protected].

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204.989.6740 | www.grantmemorial.ca January Issue

January 4 — 31, 2015

Event Guide, January 2015

Documents

grant caf page

womens ministries page

youth ministries page

worship arts page

young adults page

spiritual formation

childrens ministry page

world mission page