English Announcements - Feb 26, 2023

1.     The process for the election of three 2024-2025 Elders begins today. Details for the procedure is posted on WhatsApp today. The active members list and nomination forms for the nominating committee are being distributed this weekend. The first step is to nominate eligible members to serve as membership representatives on the Nominating Committee. Nomination forms must be given to Pastor Marcus Tso by March 12. Candidates must be nominated by two church members with joint signatures, and the approval and signature of the Candidate.

2.    The Mission Department is excited and thankful to announce the opportunity to return to Panama for this year’s STM trip. Our initial plan is to team up with the Obario Chinese Alliance Church in Panama for a Youth Summer camp from Dec 25th-31st 2023. Our target is to form a team with around 10 members from Newbern and work alongside the local team of 6 helpers in running an English Speaking Summer Camp in various subjects and activities. We ask that you pray alongside with us for this Panama STM trip and participate through your donations and better yet… JOIN OUR TEAM!

3.    Passover Meal – Maundy Thursday marks Jesus’ last supper before being crucified on Good Friday. Come join us in a traditional Jewish Passover meal on April 6th @ 7pm at Ps Marcus’ apartment amenity room (6622 Southoaks Crescent Burnaby). There is a maximum capacity of 12 people including children, and there will be a registration fee of $10/person to cover the cost of the dinner. Registrations are open from today to Wednesday, March 15th, please scan the QR code on the poster or click on the link posted on Whatsapp to sign up. We will also host a live Zoom meeting for those who are unable to join us in person. For more details, please contact Ps Marcus.

4.   Membership Transfer – Easter Sunday is also an occasion for us to welcome new members who have officially transferred their membership from another church. If you are interested in membership transfer, please contact Ps Marcus.

5.    Baby Dedication - There will be a baby dedication ceremony during this Easter's Joint Service. Baby dedication is a ceremony that expresses the believing parents' commitment to raise their children in the way of the Lord. To apply or to find out more, please contact Ps Marcus.

6.    Donation Receipts – 2022 donation receipts are ready for pick up at the back of the sanctuary. They are arranged in alphabetical order of your last name. For any questions, please contact Alan Yu.

English Announcements - Feb 19, 2023

1.     The devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria have caused tens of thousands of lives since February 6, and countless injured and homeless. Please pray for the victims, the rescuers, and the recovery process. Please also give generously to help with the relief effort. To expedite financial aids reaching those in need, the Board of Elders recommend that you donate online to your favourite charity, including the Global Emergency Response Fund of the Alliance Canada:

https://thealliancecanada.ca/gift/global-emergency-response/

For those who are unable to donate online and want to donate through the church, please put your clearly marked donations in the offering boxes on or before Feb 26, and the collected funds will be sent to the Alliance Canada's GERF.

2.    We invite you to join Ps Ralph at the first FacDisc (Facilitated Discussion) which will take place @11-11:35am TODAY after Sunday service.

3.    We are sad to announce the passing of Ps Karen’s father, brother King Wah Lau on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 25 at 10:30am at Richmond Funeral Home (address: 8420 Cambie Rd Richmond). While we grieve with the bereaved family, we take comfort that our beloved brother has entered his eternal rest in the presence of Jesus, his Lord and ours. Please continue to remember Ps Karen and her family in your prayers.

4.   Baby Dedication - There will be a baby dedication ceremony during this Easter's Joint Service. Baby dedication is a ceremony that expresses the believing parents' commitment to raise their children in the way of the Lord. To apply or to find out more, please contact Ps Marcus.

5.    Lent will begin this week on Ash Wednesday, Feb 22, and conclude on April 6. You are encouraged to consider some form of fasting during this period, either individually or with a group of friends!

6.    The church office will be closed on Tuesday, Feb 21 in lieu of Family Day holiday.

7.    Donation Receipts – 2022 donation receipts are ready for pick up at the back of the sanctuary. They are arranged in alphabetical order of your last name. For any questions, please contact Alan Yu.

8.    January Offering Record - Please verify your offering record that has been posted on WhatsApp and contact Elder Alan Yu for any questions.

English Announcements - Feb 12, 2023

1.     The devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria have caused tens of thousands of lives since February 6, and countless injured and homeless. Please pray for the victims, the rescuers, and the recovery process. Please also give generously to help with the relief effort. To expedite financial aids reaching those in need, the Board of Elders recommend that you donate online to your favourite charity, including the Global Emergency Response Fund of the Alliance Canada:

https://thealliancecanada.ca/gift/global-emergency-response/

For those who are unable to donate online and want to donate through the church, please put your clearly marked donations in the offering boxes on or before Feb 26, and the collected funds will be sent to the Alliance Canada's GERF.

2.    The first FacDisc (Facilitated Discussion) will take place next Sunday (Feb 19) at 11AM (until 11:35). Please keep your eyes peeled on the Newbern English Service channel for a post to a Google Form which will be helpful if you fill out ahead of time. This link will be made available after the service today.

3.    The church office will be closed on Tuesday, Feb 21 in lieu of Family Day holiday.

4.   January Offering Record - Please verify your offering record that has been posted on WhatsApp and contact Elder Alan Yu for any questions.

English Announcements - Feb 5, 2023

1.     For those who are serving in 2023 (ushers, worship teams, A/V team etc.), please note that there will be a general meeting TODAY @12:30pm, lunch will be provided. See you all there!

2.    If you are available, please join Ps. Ralph in the English sanctuary at 11am TODAY for a ½ hour town hall discussion. The topic has to do with putting together a proposal to use the 11am time for a facilitated discussion, with topics relevant to living as a Christian in the workplace or at college. Your input into shaping how this will work is highly valued.

3.    Rainbow Garden Announcement – We invite all children to pickup a card and write down words of blessings and appreciation. Please also put your names down on the cards and hand them over to Alan before Feb 7.

4.   Due to the increasing number of attendees on Sunday, the Business Department would like to request your cooperation when parking in the church lot.  Please don't block the access to the gravel lot.  If you park in the gravel lot, please park between the cones, starting with the space closest to the playhouse. After 11 am, you may park in any empty parking space that does not block other cars, including reserved spaces.