Week of November 25 - 1 December 1, 2021
Pastor's Message - Chris Kibble
Writer Robert J. Morgan comments ‘Amazon keeps track of our highlights. When e-book owners mark sentences, the online retailer knows and notes them. Recently Amazon released a list of the most popular passages in some of its bestselling books, such as The Hunger Games, the Harry Potter series, and Pride and Prejudice.
Also released, was the most highlighted passage in the Bible. America's favorite biblical portion might be expected to be John 3:16, Psalm 23, or the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9-13. But, no, it was a less prominent text, but one that strikes a deep chord in today's worried world. It was Philippians 4:6-7: ‘Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus’ .
Praise God that we have a God who will give us peace in challenging times!
We are excited to welcome you back in person to West Vancouver Baptist Church on Sunday, November 28, 2021! Those who are fully vaccinated (required for age 12 and up) will gather together in the Sanctuary and those who are not vaccinated, or others if they so choose, in the Fireside Room. Our Farsi group will be in the Stage Room. The wearing of masks is recommended and, when seated, we would encourage a ‘respectful’ distance between family groups.
There’ll be a budget chat immediately after the service We won’t initially be having refreshments after the service, but by all means, fellowship after the budget chat either in the foyer for the vaccinated, the Fireside Room for the unvaccinated, or the Stage Room for the Farsi group.
For those who would prefer to join us from home, you can still do so by joining our brand-new Livestream. The stream will be hosted on the WVBC website – you will see a large “JOIN NOW” button at the top of this page when the service is live at 10:00am. For our Mandarin participants, you will still be watching the Livestream on ZOOM to hear the translated message. You can join using the link below.
Notice: a general meeting will be held after the morning worship service on Sunday, December 5, 2021, and on Zoom to consider and vote on the proposed 2022 church budget. The budget is attached to the weekly newsletter. At the December 5 business meeting, the vote will be held. If you will not be attending the business meeting and wish to vote, please contact the church office and provide your name and your vote.
On December 5, 2021, the following motion will be considered ‘Motion to approve the 2022 budget. Moved by Don Hill and seconded by Bob Kruse that the proposed 2022 budget as presented at this meeting be approved.'
Events
Mark your calendars for these great events coming up. In addition Blue Christmas December 12 at 7pm and Christmas Eve Service on December 24 at 5pm.
Prayer Room: Please do not use the Prayer Room at this time. It experienced flood damage during the recent storms. You won't be surprised to know that our insurers, who have already inspected the damage, are processing numerous claims.