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 “Blessed Quietness” (Robert J. Hughes)

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   Haycorn & Stephen Davidson

 *Song “Shine, Jesus Shine”

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

Tithes and Offering

Offering & Offertory Prayer 

 Offertory  ”Aria” (Flor Peeters)

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

Prayers of the People   Pastor Bob

Ministry of Music “What A Friend” (Don Besig)   Sanctuary Choir

The Ministry of the Word

Scripture John 14:15-19 (Pew Bible, NT pg. 109)

 Acts 2:1-4, 14-19 (Pew Bible, NT pg. 119)

Song “Spirit of the Living God, Fall Fresh on Me”

Sermon “Pentecostal Power or Acedia?”  Pastor Ida

*Hymn #157 “Come, Thou Almighty King”

Benediction

Postlude “Andante” (Fourth Organ Sonata - F. Mendelssohn)

Serve the Lord Your God with All Your Heart

Total offering for Sunday, May 16, 2010, $7.061.03

(Automatic debit weekly offerings are included in totals)

Worship Attendance

Morning Service

 Last Week: 213 Year Ago: 240

Senior’s Spring Bus Trip

Our bus trip is scheduled for Friday, June 11. Our main feature will be a visit to Ross Farm Museum in New Ross. On our way we will enjoy lunch at a restaurant on the South Shore. We will be returning by way of Kentville. Seniors from Faith Baptist in Lower Sackville will be joining us. A $15.00 donation is encouraged to help cover the cost of chartering the bus. A sign-up sheet will be available next Sunday for all those seniors wishing to take part.

Convention Delegates

As a church we have the opportunity to send delegates to our annual Convention Assembly/Oasis being held August 18 to August 21 in Sackville, New Brunswick. If you would like to be a delegate please speak with one of the pastors.

Friendship Circle

The Friendship Circle is having their closing luncheon at Toms’ Restaurant in Lower Sackville, Tuesday, May 25^th at 12:00 noon. We will carpool at the church at 11:30 am.

Sunday Prayer Link

Pastors and other church ministry staff, as well as their spouses, will be gathering in Truro tomorrow and Tuesday (May 24th and 25th) to attend a financial/retirement planning seminar hosted by our Convention’s Board of Ministers’ Annuity. Please pray that God will give His wisdom as they listen to presentations relating to stewardship issues related to preparing for retirement.

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: Doug, Tasha, Alexander & Abigail Gallant; Scott, Corey & Mary Garland; Cathy, Lee-Anne & Gregory Geddes; Morris, Linda, Douglas, Amber & Christopher Gelevan.

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.

Child Dedication Service

Next 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.

New Office Administrator

The Trustees would like to announcement that Peter Metcalfe will be new Office Administrator. He will commence his duties on May 31^st. Congratulation Peter!

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.

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.

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.

Hike

There will be a group hike taking place on Saturday, May 29th up Labrador Castle near Chester.  Please meet in the church parking lot at 9:30 am and bring a bag lunch.  Minimum age is 12.  If you are between 12 and 15 years old, please bring a parent or adult with you.  There are small sections of this hike that are steep, so discretion is advised if you have difficulty with rugged terrain. This is a good opportunity to bring a relative, friend, neighbour, or co-worker along for some quality conversation on the trail. (Rain date is June 12th).

Thank You!

We are deeply touched by the overwhelming presence of BBC members at the screening of Journey from the Fall. Go to www.vietns.ca/gallery.php for photos of the event. We are so grateful for all the support and love we’ve received over the years since BBC sponsored us to Canada. Love, the Truong Family.

Birthday Party

All are welcome to attend a Celebration of Belinda Christine Young graduating from MSVU (& James birthday on the side) Friday, May 28, 6:00 - 8:00 pm.  Please bring sandwiches or treats.  Although cards wold be appreciated, Presence is more important than Presents.  Please call 466-2296 to RSVP and get directions.

Job Posting

South End Baptist Church, in Dartmouth, has received a Federal Grant to hire a summer student. This position is open to students who are under 30 and will be in post secondary education in the Fall of 2010. The work term is June 14 – August 29, 2010. (12 weeks)

The salary is $12.00 hour for a 30 hour week. Deadline for resumes, with a cover letter and three references, has been extended to May 31. See bulletin board for more details.

Grand Day

The Cobequid Community Health Centre Foundation is holding its first annual “Grand Day” for Cobequid fundraiser on Sat., June 26 on Grand Lake.  It is a canoe and kayaking event that will raise money to purchase medical equipment for the Cobequid Community Health Centre.  Information can be found at pledge.cobequidfoundation.ca or call Kris Allen at 869-6128.

The Sagewood – Grand Opening

Rosecrest Communities invites you to join them at 345 Cobequid Road, Lower Sackville for the Grand Opening of their new facility, “The Sagewood Continuing Care Community” on Saturday, May 29th, 1:30 pm -2:30 pm. Guided tours and light refreshments 2:30 – 4:30pm. See poster on bulletin board.

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 annual meeting for Beacon House will be held on Wednesday, May 26th @7:00 pm in the meeting room.

Kenya Mission Night

Faith Baptist Church, Lower Sackville, will be holding “A Kenya Mission Night” to honour The Kennys on Thursday June 10th @7:00 pm The Kennys 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.

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.

Bayside Walkathon 2010

Bayside will be holding a Walkathon on Saturday, June 5th, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Pledge sheets and information are available in the foyer on the bulletin board. If you are walking, please call the camp to register by May 28 @868-1237.