| STAFFING ANNOUNCEMENT Introducing Trevor Brawdy, Associate Pastor From Pastor Rob Cave: We are excited to welcome Trevor Brawdy to our church staff team! Trevor has served as a solo pastor, an associate pastor and most recently as our district superintendent. Trevor began May 1, 2025 and will take over the majority of our discipling and equipping responsibilities which includes the oversight and development of all adult small groups; discipleship opportunities in our men’s ministries and marriage mentoring; as well as helping connect newcomers into the life of the church. Along with myself, Steve and Chris, Trevor will help as needed in the areas of counselling, visitation, parent-child dedications, baptisms and membership classes (which are still to be developed). Trevor will also be available to preach on a regular basis. Trevor’s addition to the staff has really been made possible because of Pastor Steve’s decision to move to half-time beginning September 1, 2025. Steve will become the Associate Pastor of Ministry to Seniors. He will oversee all community building opportunities for the Seniors, which will include Young at Heart banquets and luncheons, as well as Bible studies and other teaching opportunities. In addition, he will be available for visiting and counseling Seniors as needed. He will also be a liaison for the Missions Committee as they encourage, pray for and support our missionaries. These are exciting days as we look forward to what God has in store for us here at OEFC! Serving with you, Pastor Rob | |
| WE NEED YOUR HELP! Opportunities to Serve at OEFC VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL COORDINATOR(s) Do you want to see kids and families in Okotoks reached with the Good News? Do you like to organize events? Child Evangelism Fellowship is willing to bring their VBS (Truth Lab: Discovering God's Ultimate Formula) to the church this summer, but we need one or two people to coordinate a group of volunteers to provide games, crafts and snacks (science lab theme). There's flexibility in the calendar and there's money in the budget. We just need your time, skills, and energy! Contact the church office today! NURSERY COORDINATOR A wonderful way to support the young families in our church! Maintain schedule from a list of volunteers; recruit volunteers as needed; purchase snacks; regularly clean toys; empty diaper bag after 10:45am service. Training available! Contact Janet. PIONEER GIRLS CLUB COORDINATOR(s) The Tuesday night Girls Club is a great opportunity for ministering to kids and families in a fun environment! The coordinator recruits and organizes volunteers, teaches, and plans weekly club nights, usually consisting of a Bible lesson and a fun activity based on a curriculum. Running from September through April, this role can be done solo or with a co-leader. For more information, contact Cassandra. | |
| TAKE NOTE HIGHWAY CLEANUP There were 50 people who helped our OEFC Youth team with Highway Cleanup last week! Thanks for giving of your time and energy to help with this fundraiser. BOTTLES FOR CHANGE Sunday (Mother's Day) is the kick-off of our annual Bottle Campaign in support of Mainsprings (Calgary Pregnancy & Family Support). Pick up a bottle, fill it with cash, coins or cheque, and return it to the church on Father's Day! Or give HERE. NEW SERVICE TIMES (thanks for your patience as we get some of the logistics sorted)
FINANCIAL UPDATE Please see the report from the Finance & Property Committee. MISSIONS: YTD Budget $27,160; YTD Income $31,201; YTD Expenses $29,946. AIM HIGHER fundraiser toward purchasing an airplane for Colin & Shelby Gilmore's ministry in Zambia: $11,960 plus $5,000 matching from the Missions Committee! MOMCO Tuesday, May 20 (please bring $2 for sugar scrub supplies!)
MEN'S BREAKFAST Saturday, May 24 (9am) Men of all ages, come out for a great breakfast and to hear OEFC's newest pastor, Trevor Brawdy, share his story and some ideas for Men's Ministry at OEFC! No need to sign up; breakfast by donation. Watch for an email soon to sign up to volunteer to set-up, clean-up or cook! CONGREGATIONAL MEETING & ELECTIONS Sunday, May 25 (7pm) Mark your calendar and plan to attend. Gerald and Pam have been approved by the Elders Board as new members and a vote will take place that night. Please contact Jack K if you have any concerns. Elections for new Elders and Finance & Property Committee members will also take place. The report book will be emailed to you soon! HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES We are preparing a Grad Bulletin to celebrate our 2025 high school graduates! This special bulletin will be printed and available at the church, but not posted online. If someone in your household is graduating this year, please send their photo (grad or casual) along with their name, school graduating from, and plans for next year HERE by June 3! And grad families, save the date June 15 (Father's Day) for a Grad Barbecue! YOUNG AT HEART (55+) Friday, June 13 (11:30am) Spring BBQ at OEFC with great entertainment in store! Tickets ($15) available beginning May 18. DOMINICAN REPUBLIC OCTOBER MISSION TRIP Hand in Hands is planning a late October trip to the Dominican Republic and would love to have you join them! The purpose is to connect with partners in several communities, engaging with them and the local churches. Activities include distributing food hampers, providing clothing, baby and hygiene supplies, as well as outreach. Want to learn more? Please contact Darryl or Kari. PARKING (OVERFLOW) map attached...thank you for continuing to make space for newcomers!
| |
| THIS WEEK @ OEFC Thursday, May 8 9:30-11:30am COFFEE & CRAFTING for adults...bring your favourite project or just come for the coffee and conversation! 7:30pm ROOTED for Young Adults (post-high school). Follow us on Instagram. Friday, May 9 7-9:30pm FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH for Grades 7-12! Call the youth hotline for details 403-938-8888 or check out the OEFC Youth on facebook.com or Instagram@oefcyouth. Sunday, May 11 9:15am WORSHIP SERVICE in the Fireside Room (traditional worship). WORSHIP SERVICE in the Main Auditorium (contemporary worship) (Everyone will gather for the message in the Main Auditorium. Pastor Trevor Brawdy will be preaching on Colossians 3:12-13 "Forgive One Another." 10:15am PRE-SERVICE PRAYER in the Prayer Room to the right of the platform (Main Auditorium) 10:45am WORSHIP SERVICE in the Main Auditorium. Pastor Trevor Brawdy will be preaching on Colossians 3:12-13 "Forgive One Another." NURSERY (0-36 months), PRE-SCHOOL (ages 2-3 and 4) and KIDS CONNECT (Grades K-6). Livestream available HERE. Monday, May 12 7-9pm CONNEXION CAFE for all ladies “Spring Garden Party” will include a panel discussion on cultivating a positive, Christ-centered life, and a gardening illustration by Pam D! Tuesday, May 13 9:30-11:30am LADIES BIBLE STUDY 6:30-8pm DIVORCECARE call the church office to register ($20) 403-938-3311 7pm ROOTED DEEPER Young Adults Bible study (Gospel of Luke) at Cimarron Vista Gardens. 7:30pm LADIES BIBLE STUDY (Unglued by Lysa Terkeurst) at the home of Pam D Wednesday, May 14 10am WEDNESDAYS IN THE WORD 6:30-8:15pm MEN'S BIBLE STUDY (Colossians) and LADIES BIBLE STUDY (Matthew) Thursday, May 15 9:30-11:30am COFFEE & CRAFTING for adults...bring your favourite project or just come for the coffee and conversation! 7:30pm ROOTED for Young Adults (post-high school). Follow us on Instagram. 7:30pm SR HIGH GUYS BIBLE STUDY at Chris Y's house (bi-weekly) Friday, May 16 7-9:30pm FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH for Grades 7-12! Call the youth hotline for details 403-938-8888 or check out the OEFC Youth on facebook.com or Instagram@oefcyouth. | |
| CHECK IT OUT! OEFC Library News Letting Them Go: Prepare Your Heart, Prepare Your Child for Leaving Home by Dave Veerman Filled with practical and relational advice, you can help make your child's last days at home some of the richest and best. With advice to ease you into a smooth transition for your child's departure, this book also offers surprising insights as to what to expect after the child leaves home. | |
| OUT & ABOUT MISSION TO THE SHUSWAP Please pray for the team from OEFC serving with Mennonite Disaster Services in disaster relief to the Shuswap in May and June! NEWSBOYS CONCERT Worldwide Revival Nights with special guests Jordan Janzen and The Color and Nicholas Hennink! Monday, June 2 (7pm) at WinSport Event Centre in Calgary. Info and tickets online. Enter discount code LEGACY (all caps) for 15% off! $1 per ticket sold with this code goes to HER Victory ministry in Calgary. |
Recent
Archive
Categories
no categories
Tags
no tags