Service of Worship at 10:55a.m. (*indicates standing, if persons are able)

Love the Lord your God with all your heart

Call to Worship Memorial Carillon

Prelude “Verset” (Boellmann)

Ministry Opportunities  Pastor Kevin

*Time of Singing    Worship Team

 (Children are invited to come to the front pews during the last song) 

Children’s Story  Dr. Ida

*Worship Song  “Dancing Generation”

  (Children, Primary to Grade 6, are directed to KidZone during the singing)

Tithes and Offerings 

Offering & Offertory Prayer 

 Offertory “Air” (Mozart)

*Offertory Response #600 “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”

 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;

 Praise Him, all creatures here below;

 Praise Him, above ye heavenly host;

 Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen

Prayers of the People

*Hymn #375 “May The Mind Of Christ My Savior” (vs. 1, 2, & 4)

The Ministry of the Word

Scripture Exodus 20: 1-17(Pew Bible, OT pg. 66)

 John 2: 13-22 (Pew Bible, NT pg. 239)

Sermon “God’s Care…in a different way!”  Pastor Bob

*Hymn #546 “I Love Thee”

Benediction 

Postlude “Benedictus Est” (Lester)

Go Forth And Be His Disciple 

Total Offering for Sunday, March 8, 2009 $10,656.67

(Automatic debit weekly offerings are included in totals)

 Morning Service

 Last Week: 128 (Storm) Year Ago: 205

Summer Coordinators/Facilitator Positions

We are currently accepting applications for the following positions: Community Children’s Program Coordinator, Community Youth Program Coordinator, Radio and Computer Lab Facilitator.  Should we get grants these positions will be available from May 19th until August 28th.  Interested applicants should submit their resumes to the church office prior to March 30th. 

Hello Music Lovers!

We are currently searching for an Organist and/or Choir Director.  If you are interested in applying please submit your resume to the church office.  If you know of anyone who may be interested then please encourage them to apply or pass on their name. 

Greeters

Greeters, your 2009-2010 schedule is available for you to pick up in the foyer.

Bayside Camp

Registration forms for 2009 are available in the foyer.

Beacon House

Items for Beacon House for the month of March are: peanut butter, canned vegetables and boxed cereals. Items may be placed in the Beacon House box located in the foyer.

Beacon House

March 21st 9-12 Noon is our turn to staff the Retail Outlet. We need eight volunteers. Please call Jean Woodworth 835-3586 if you are able to help.

LAFF Program

Easter Sessions started last week. Come join us as we benefit

 from a video series on the Death & Resurrection of the Messiah.

These videos were filmed on location in Israel. See you Thursday,

March 19^th, at 9:45 in the Heffler Room.

KidVenture Family Supper

We are looking for a few people to join us in planning for this exciting outreach. If you feel called to this important ministry, please contact Bob and Louise Archibald at 865-7077.

Dr. Ida’s Celebration

We are still in need of 12 loaves of sandwiches and 17 pans of sweets for Ida’s party.  Thank you to those who have already volunteered!  If anyone else feels they are able to donate sandwiches or sweets, please contact Lynda Mitchell  (lloyd.lynda@ns.sympatico.ca or 860-1790) or Dianne Cox (dianne.cox@dal.ca or 865-6101)

Bluegrass & Gospel Concert

The Stewardship Committee would like to invite you to join them for a Bluegrass and Gospel Concert on Saturday, April 4th in the church gymnasium. The committee is requesting donations of items for a silent auction to be held in conjunction with the concert. Anyone able to donate items please contact the church office. Baked goods are welcomed!

You’re invited

Who: Women of the church

Where: Dianne Cox’s house

49 Crimson Drive, Lower Sackville - 865-6101

When: Saturday, March 21st 9 am to noon drop in

Why: Just for fun!! (tea/coffee and scones will be served)  

This is informal so if you’re out running errands and would like to pop in, please do!

Charles P Allen Presents

Beauty and The Beast, April 1^st, 2^nd, and 3^rd  @7:00pm. Adults $20.00 Student/Senior $15.00

Mental Health Promotion

THE DIVING BELL AND THE BUTTERFLY Film and Panel Discussion. Monday, March 16 @ 7:00 pm. Where:  QEII Royal Bank Theatre, Halifax Infirmary, 1796 Summer Street. Panellists:  Shawn Jennings, author of "Locked In, Locked out";  Lynette Reid, Bioethicist;  Gordon Gubitz, Neurologist;  Maureen Merchant, Speech pathologist;  Diane MacKenzie, Occupational Therapist. TOPICS: Stroke, Locked-in syndrome, Intensive care and Long term care. ALL WELCOME!

Healthy Minds Workshop

DAY BY DAY:  Dealing with loss and change.

Where:  Spring Garden Memorial Public Library in Halifax

When:  Friday March 27 at 12 noon

Seniors, share your stories related to loss and change.  We will talk about strategies you use and learn new ways to cope with change.  Presented by: Capital Health.

CABC Mission Rally

Bedford Baptist Church, March 21, @7:00pm. “How do we minister to new Canadians who come to Canada to live?” Dr. Barber, Director of Missional Initiative for the Baptist Convention of Ontario & Quebec will address the practical ways churches can reach out and minister effectively to new Canadians. The sessions will be interactive with opportunity for you to ask questions and reflect with him.

Anti‑Racism - We Can Make A Difference!

An Inter-Faith Celebration of Hope is being held at the Bella Rose Art Centre on Saturday, March 21. A Musical Gathering for the Event begins at 6:30 p.m. The Main Event will begin at 7:00 p.m. with the entrance of the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia. Free admission. Light refreshments following. A voluntary offering will be collected for the education of three or more students in Haiti.

Attention: Social Committee and Those Who Serve/Prepare Food

You are invited to attend a free Food Safety Training for the Province of NS, on March 21, 2009 at the Sackville Salvation Army Church corner of Metropolitan and First Lake in Lower Sackville. The three hour class will commence at 9:00am. The training is geared specifically for volunteers who cook in kitchens, or help out in times of emergencies. It will be conducted by a food inspector from the Department of Agriculture. The completion of this training means certification with the Department of Health to conduct food preparation/service in provincial emergencies. If you are interested, please church office 835-5966

Prayer Link

Please pray for Mr. Daryl MacKenzie, Director of Operations for our Convention of Atlantic Baptist Churches, in his various administrative and financial responsibilities. Pray also for members of staff at Convention office.

Birthday Greetings

Best wishes are extended to Annie Pierce who is celebrating her 80th birthday today, March 15th

Best wishes are also extended to Gar Woodworth who is celebrating his 81^st birthday, today, March 15th.

Bulletin Sponsor

Today's bulletin is given by David and Ruth Chiasson in celebration of Annie Pierce’s 80^th birthday today, March 15^th.

Update on Myrtle Mayhew

Thank you for all those who have been praying and continuing to pray for me. Recovery to me has been slow but the doctors are pleased with my progress and tell me I have progressed 30%. You know me I like to get things done in a hurry and can’t wait to be told I’ve improved 60%. Please pray for continued patience and healing. I know I am in the best place and in the best of hands. Thank you, Love, Myrtle

Interested in Cycling?

The Spinachers Cycling team is spinning up for the coming cycling season and are welcoming cycling enthusiasts to join us for the Multiple Sclerosis Bike Tour (Vineyards and Valleys Tour) on July 25 and 26th from Windsor to Wolfville return. For more information please contact Randy Murphy (860-0531), Monika Kramer or David Waugh (865-7154).

Christian Meditation

On March 22 Rev Henry Sharam will be begin a small group focusing on Christian meditation. All are welcome to join together to journey into a richer experience of God’s presence. The group will begin meeting next Sunday for 6 weeks in the Heffler Room at 10:00 am

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Jesus To The Nations

10th Anniversary Atlantic Missions Conference Dates: March 27, 28, 29, 2009

Location: Mount Saint Vincent University

Admission: FREE!

Youth Night: Saturday, March 28 - Free Concert with Life Support

Complete Schedule: JesusToTheNations.com

All You Need to Know about Jesus To The Nations: Web Site

Women’s Connection

Women's Connection will meet on Wednesday, March 18th from 9:30 to 11 am in the Rockingham United Church on Flamingo Drive.  Lyse Laramee from the Financial Consumer Agency in Ottawa will discuss fraud prevention tips.  Local recording artist Shannon Walsh is our guest soloist and our speaker,  Maureen Bennett will share how she got 'out of the soup'.  Refreshments and nursery care will be provided for a small cost of $6.00.  Be sure to call 835-8629 to reserve.