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OEFC News for January 29 - February 7, 2026

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CONNEXION CAFE for all ladies (Grade 12 and up) on Monday, February 9 (7-9pm), highlighting The Story of Leah - When Comparison Steals Joy...and God Restores It. Cathie B will be talking about Leah, and Charis W will share her testimony!

VALENTINOS DESSERT CAFE Yep, it's that time of year when we boldly ask you to donate food items (watch for an email and link next week) and then we shamelessly invite you to attend Valentinos Dessert Cafe where you can purchase decadent desserts and specialty coffees and teas! Mark your calendar for Friday, February 13 (come and go format; first seating at 6pm until last seating at 8:30pm) and plan to invite your sweetheart, family, Growth Group or neighbours to this annual fundraiser for OEFC Youth.

MEN'S BREAKFAST Saturday, February 14 at 9am. Come out to hear Craig W share of Jesus' work in his life, as Craig speaks on Becoming Christlike in our Suffering.

PRAYER NIGHT FOR PRODIGALS Sunday, February 22 at 6:30pm in the Multi-Purpose Room. Please join Pastor Trevor and Bonita for a time of prayer and equipping as we look to encourage one another and pray for our family members who have turned from Jesus.

CONNECTION CORNER for girls in Grades 10-12 on Sunday, February 22 at 6:30pm in the Fireside Room. A panel of speakers will talk about Learning to Love Well!

SAVE THE DATE Our 2026 Missions Conference will be held March 21-22. Mark your calendars and plan to attend some special events and activities! More details to come.

PICTORIAL CHURCH DIRECTORY Coming soon...an opportunity to sign up to have your photo taken in April for our new OEFC Directory! Only those households photographed will get a FREE directory (there will be no directories available for purchase). There is no cost to you or to the church, unless you choose to purchase a photo package. This is a great way to get connected at OEFC!

NEW ADDRESS Have you moved in the past year? Please let the church office know so that we can keep our church database and donation receipts accurate.

THIS WEEK @ OEFC

Thursday, January 29
9:30-11:30am COFFEE & CRAFTING (come and go format)
1:30-3:30pm GRIEFSHARE contact the church office to register ($20)

Friday, January 30
6:30-9:30pm PARENTING SEMINAR with Doing Family Right no cost - The evening will include two sessions geared toward parents with children or teens of all ages:
  • CONFIDENCE (Building in Greater Security) Learn how to raise confident kids free of anxiety who know their worth before God, possess a solid self-acceptance and acquire the strength to stand alone when needed.
  • TECHNOLOGY (Technological Warfare - Preparing Your Kids for Online Battle) Learn the fine art of discipline that teaches respect and responsibility while keeping relationship. Practical help on setting limits on curfews, cell phones, the internet and more.
NO FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH Jr High Retreat @ SABC (details on the youth hotline 403-938-8888, OEFC Youth on facebook.com or Instagram@oefcyouth)

Saturday, January 31
8:30am-4:30pm MARRIAGE SEMINAR with Doing Family Right $100/couple - The following critical marriage issues will be covered:
  • The Laws of Attraction: If you stop having fun, commitment alone won’t keep your love alive.
  • The Gravity of Baggage: Resolving your hurts releases you to love freely.
  • The Acceleration of Connection: Understanding your spouse at a deepening level helps them feel valued and loved.
  • The Drag of Friction: Responding to disagreements with respect brings you closer.
  • The Combustion of Passion: Finding mutual satisfaction in sex builds a powerful oneness.
  • Finalé: Maximizing your marriage through braiding God into your lives.

Sunday, February 1
9:15am WORSHIP SERVICE Dr. David Currie will be preaching: "How to Pass Your Faith on to the Next Generation."
10:15am PRAYER for those seeking prayer (Prayer Room, right front Main Auditorium).
10:45am WORSHIP SERVICE Dr. David Currie will be will be preaching: "How to Pass Your Faith on to the Next Generation." NURSERY (0-24 months), PRESCHOOL (ages 2-4), CONNECT (K-Grade 6). Livestream available HERE.
6:30pm HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BIBLE STUDY

Tuesday, February 3
6:30-7:15am FIRST WATCH Men's Bible Study on Galatians. All men are welcome to join this new 12-week study. Questions? Contact Cameron O.
9:30-11:30am LADIES BIBLE STUDY led by Victoria L.
9:30-11am MOMCO DROP-IN PLAYGROUP
6:30-8pm KIDS CLUBS for boys and girls in Grades 1-6
6:30-8pm DIVORCECARE Contact the church office to register ($20).
7pm ROOTED Young Adults Bible Study at Cimarron Vista Gardens
7:30pm LADIES BIBLE STUDY for young women at the home of Pam D. Finding God Faithful by Kelly Minter. Please contact Pam for more info HERE.

Wednesday, February 4
8-9am MEN WHO PRAY
NO Wednesdays in the Word due to Young at Heart luncheon
11:30am YOUNG AT HEART luncheon
6:30-8:15pm LADIES BIBLE STUDY led by Linda H.
6:30-8:15pm MEN'S BIBLE STUDY led by Jon H.

Thursday, February 5
9:30-11:30am COFFEE & CRAFTING (come and go format)
1:30-3:30pm GRIEFSHARE Contact the church office to register ($20)

Friday, February 6
7-9:30pm FRIDAY NIGHT YOUTH (Grades 7-12) (details on the youth hotline 403-938-8888, OEFC Youth on facebook.com or Instagram@oefcyouth)

DISABILITY MINISTRY
WANTED: SUNDAY SCHOOL BUDDIES
  • Job Description: A buddy comes alongside a child who might struggle attending or participating in Sunday School
  • Experience: Willing to train
  • Payment: Bless a child with the opportunity to learn about Jesus, to connect with others and to enjoy your company
  • Bonus: You’ll bless the parents who can participate in the regular morning service
  • Contact: Email for more information or to get an application form.

CHECK IT OUT
OEFC Library News
Miracles by C. S. Lewis Do miracles really happen? Are miracles logically impossible? How do you prove that miracles exist? In Miracles, C.S. Lewis challenges the rationalists and cynics who are mired in their lack of imagination and provides a poetic and joyous affirmation that miracles really do occur in everyday lives. He presents the idea that miracles are not compatible with nature and thus introduces evidence of a supernatural world. Lewis defines a miracle as “an interference with nature by supernatural power” and concludes they are not statistical anomalies because “miracles do not, in fact, break the laws of nature.”

Out and About
WORLD WATCH LIST Every year, Open Doors Canada publishes a prayer guide for the Church to pray with clarity and boldness for persecuted Christian brothers and sisters around the world. More information and a free download of the 2026 guide available online.