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 Prélude (Guy Ducharme)

Ministry Opportunities  Pastor Kevin

*Time of Praise  Worship Team

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

Children’s Story “A Jigsaw Puzzle “ 

 *Song “We Are One In The Spirit, We Are One In The Lord”

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

Introduction of Marve Penner “Parenting Your Teen” - Seminar   Pastor Kevin

Tithes and Offering

Offering & Offertory Prayer 

 Offertory  #333 ”Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah”

Offertory Response #324 ”I Stand Amazed In the Presence” (Vs. 1, 2, 3, 5)

 #313 ”Take My Life and Let It Be

Prayers of the People   Pastor Ida

Ministry of Music As We Come Together (Stan Pethel)  Sanctuary Choir

The Ministry of the Word

Scripture Acts 11:19-30 (Pew Bible, NT pgs. 130-131)

Sermon “Power Up!!”  Pastor Bob

*Hymn #375 “May The Mind Of Christ My Saviour” (Vs. 1. 2. 4.5)

Benediction

Postlude Bourrée   (Georg Philipp Telemann)

Serve the Lord Your God with All Your Heart

Total offering for Sunday, May 9, $8,568.61

(Automatic debit weekly offerings are included in totals)

Worship Attendance

Morning Service

 Last Week: 240 Year Ago: 239

Open House - Christina and Hedley Ivany Place

Northwood is currently accepting residents for the long-term facility, Christina & Hedley Ivany Place located in West Bedford. The new facility will have 144 rooms for up to 156 residents. There will also be an Adult Dementia Day Program. You are invited to an Open House for faith community members on Thursday, June 3rd, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm, 123 Gary Martin Drive, Bedford. You will receive a guided tour of the facility and information on how your faith family can minister to the residents and staff. If you plan to attend please respond by May 31^st, @454-8311 ext. 3173 or by email at janderson@nwood.ns.ca

Beacon House - The ten top items needed for the month of May are: baby formula, baby food (fruit), flour, juice, cheese whiz, chunky soup, canned meats, pasta, toilet paper, and items for hygiene such as shampoo, soap, and deodorants.

Sunday Prayer Link

Please pray for  Heather Goodwin and Sandra Hatfield as well as other staff of our ‘Baptist Bookroom’ (www.baptistbookroom.com) located in Saint John as they resource churches and individuals throughout Atlantic Canada by providing books, music, curriculum and other resources. Pray that their efforts will contribute to our churches becoming increasingly vibrant, healthy and effective in extending the Gospel of His Kingdom into their communities and world.

Our Prayer Initiative

We are invited to join together in prayer for one another. As we move through our fellowship alphabetically, look for your name to appear. If it doesn't, please let Sharon know, for we wish to be in prayer for YOU. This week, please be in prayer for: Alana & Clive Foster; Scott, Tina and Devin Frail, Neal & Sally Fraser, Bill & Juanita Gallant.

Prayer Chain News

The prayer chain appears to be working fine with 6 telephone participants and 23 email participants. Email was added this year and allows those who feel they are unable to pass prayer requests on, to participate as they can get the request and pray. Anyone wishing to be part of this important ministry of our church, or wish more information, please contact Donna or Doug Peverill by phone 902-434-8054 or by email at prayer@bedfordbaptist.ca

Bereavement

As a caring community of faith and love we extend our sincere Christian sympathy to Lois Long, Carol, Stephen, Gordon and grandchildren on the death of Gordon Long Sr. who passed away on Thursday, May 13^th. We also extend our sympathy to Lloyd and Lynda Mitchell.

Child Dedication Service

On Sunday, May 30, we will be having a Presentation of Children and the Dedication of Parents to Their Christian Nurture service. If you would like to present your child please contact Pastor Bob or Pastor Ida. @ 835-5966 or speak with them directly.

C.L.A.S.S. 101 and 301

We are tentatively looking at Friday, June 4^th 7-9 pm and Saturday, June 5^th 9 am – 12 noon for the next CLASS. Please let Pastor Bob, Pastor Ida or church office know if you are interested in attending.

Banns of Marriage

Notice is hereby given of the intended marriage of Joshua Adam Levy and Erin Kathleen Hamilton both of Halifax. The marriage is to be held in the Bedford Baptist Church at 2:30 o’clock on Saturday, the 5th of June, 2010. Any persons who believe they have just cause why these two people should not marry are exhorted to speak to the officiating pastor, the Rev. Jonathan Dixon, New Minas Baptist Church, before the aforesaid date or forever hold their peace.

Understanding Your Teen

Come to an outstanding parent conference “Understanding Your Teen”, led by Marv Penner an internationally renowned family professional.  If you have a pre-teen or a teenager this is a seminar you don’t want to miss, Today, May 16^th, 2:00-5:00 pm here at Bedford Baptist Church.  Tickets: $7.00 per person or $10.00 a couple.

Thank you

We, John and Bev Giffin, would like to express our appreciation of all the thoughtful cards, flowers and the gift of your visits with us, during this time of recuperation.  Your thoughtfulness and concern have been an inspiration to us.  We especially thank Rev. Bob and Rev. Dr. Ida for your visits and prayers.  We thank our children, grandchildren and sons-in-law for their loving attention during this time. We appreciate all your prayers for our return to health.  Sincerely, Bev & John.

Thank you

Special thanks to Ross and Clara Scott who have been faithfully folding the church bulletins for the past 5 years. They will be retiring the end of May.

Volunteers Needed

We are in need of volunteers to fold the bulletins. If you would be interested in serving in this way please contact the church office @835-5966 for more information.

Plant Sale

The Floral Committee is organizing a Plant Sale for May 22^nd. We are looking for donations of perennials, bushes, bulbs (Iris, Dahlias, Glads). Ice cream and margarine containers or cut down milk cartons can be used for transplanting. If you can help, plants can be left at the church office from Wednesday, May 19 to Friday, May 21 from 9-12noon. Please indicate plant’s name and color if known. Also a Garden Accessories table is planned. Donations of tools, bird feeders, garden accents or garden books would be appreciated. Any questions call Sandra @ 835-5893.

Christian Rock Concert

Coming on Friday, May 21, Christian Rock Concert at Faith Baptist 7:30 pm, Stokil Drive in Lower Sackville. Bands: Jon Bryant, Robot, and Trip Meter. Tickets $5.00

Graduates of 2010

There is a sign-up sheet available in the foyer for our 2010 Graduates. If you are graduating from High School, College or University please let us know. If you wish, you may email your information to the church office at office@bedfordbaptist.ca  Thank you.

Kenya Mission Night

Faith Baptist Church, Lower Sackville, will be holding “A Kenya Mission Night” to honour The Kenny’s on Thursday June 10th @7:00 pm The Kenny's are mission partners with Faith Baptist and have been recently appointed new Guardians of Hope Coordinators. The Sharing Way’s HIV & AIDS program. Social Time after the Service

Bulletin Sent Via Email

Would you like to receive the bulletin via email on Friday?  Please email office@bedfordbaptist.ca or call the church office 835-5966 if you would like to receive a copy of the bulletin via email.

Bayside Camp Open House

Saturday, June 12, 1:00pm to 7:00pm. A family-fun free event to start the summer off right!

A day of fun for the entire family featuring our friends 4GIVEN, and Al Bernard. There’ll also be guided tours, a time of celebration, camp activities and free BBQ. (An offering will be collected for those wishing to contribute to the summer.

Women’s Connection

Women's Connection, Wednesday, May 19^th, 9:30-11:00 am @Rockingham United Church, Flamingo Drive.  Ryan McMahan from Edible Arrangements will show us some unique gift ideas; soloist is Joanne Gronvigh accompanied by Susan MacKinnon. Donna Smith, North River, NB is our guest speaker.  Refreshments and nursery care will be provided for a small cost of $7.00.  Be sure to telephone Trish at 445-7178 to reserve.