The Weekly Wire for December 26, 2012

Happy Boxing Day!

You may think Boxing Day is a great day for shopping.  A day to get all the deals you couldn't find before Christmas or to spend your Christmas money, but do you know the origins of Boxing Day?

Boxing Day dates back to the Middle Ages in England. Servants and tradesmen had to work for the wealthy people on Christmas day, so they were given the following day, Boxing Day to visit their families. The employers would give each servant a box to take home containing gifts and bonuses, and sometimes leftover food. Boxes would be left on the front stoop for tradesmen.

Is there someone who has worked for you this year that you'd like to thank today? It doesn't have to be money, gifts or leftover food - mind you Christmas baking is always appreciated. Something as simple as a card and a thank you, or note of appreciation goes a long way.

I hope you've had a Merry Christmas and a Happy Boxing Day too! 

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

January 18-20 Theology Jam Vancouver

February 15-17 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

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Remember to order your new Hymnal

Community of Christ Sings

order by April 30 for the discounted price of 19.55 US, Regular 23.00

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What’s Up…In the CWM Christmas in Review

Remember to assign someone in your congregation to take photos and write about your Christmas activities for our Christmas in review newsletter in January! Please send to Debra debra@communityofchrist.ca by January 7th.

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Theology Jam in Vancouver!

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Nurturing Spirit Weekend at Samish Island

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Job Posting for Canada West Mission

Canada West is hiring a full time Congregational Outreach Program Specialist for a four year contract. The position will be located in British Columbia and ministering with the four BC Congregations - Victoria, Vancouver, Meadow Ridge and Chilliwack. A Congregational Outreach Program Specialist is one who provides support to pastors and congregational leadership teams to empower congregational outreach programming. They assist congregations in establishing and reaching goals aligned with the Mission Initiatives. They also focus on outreach ministry in response to specific needs of the wider mission. The goal of this position is to assist in planning 2 events per year per BC congregation. This position will also include a focus on youth ministry in these four congregations.

The ideal applicant will possess the following skills:

Approachability, Communication, Witnessing and Invitation, Managing Diversity, Integrity and Trust, Listening, Motivating Others, Organizing, Priority Setting, Building Effective Teams, Managing Vision and Purpose, Witness and Invitation, Work/Life Balance, Scriptural/Theological Knowledge, Sense of Humor and Developing Others.

Applications will be accepted until January 6, 2013 with the position commencing February 1,2013  or sooner dependent on the applicant's availability.

For more information, please see the full Position Description.

Applications should be sent to:

Greg Goheen, Canada West Mission President

Re: Congregational Outreach Program Specialist

Box 88, Edgerton AB, T0B 1K0, or emailed to greg@communityofchrist.ca

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Samish Island Special Need

Samish Island Campground Fundraising Letter from

Glen Fishel, Samish Island Campground Association President and
Kathy Sharp, GPNW Mission Center President and Samish Island Campground Board

MP4

Flash

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

January 18-20 Theology Jam Vancouver

February 15-17 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-7 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 14-18 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

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Weekly Wire for December 19

 

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Birth of Christ

For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.  And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

January 18-20 Theology Jam Vancouver

February 15-17 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

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Remember to order your new Hymnal

Community of Christ Sings

order by April 30 for the discounted price of 19.55 US, Regular 23.00

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 Christmas Lunch in Vancouver

We had a wonderful time at our Christmas Lunch in Vancouver last Sunday.  Brian Gibson sang ‘The Christmas Song’, Kat Goheen sang ‘O Holy Night’ (note goose bumps on arms) and Celina and Dan Beer sang an Australian Christmas Carol.  There was lots of Caroling and even a visit from Santa!  We played a new game, won Christmas Presents and ate until we needed to be rolled out of the activity hall!

Thanks to Shannon McAdam for this photo montage.

Merry Christmas to everyone from The Vancouver Congregation!

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What’s Up…In the CWM Christmas in Review

Remember to assign someone in your congregation to take photos and write about your Christmas activities for our Christmas in review newsletter in January!  Please send to Debra debra@communityofchrist.ca  by January 7th.

 

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Theology Jam in Vancouver!

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Nurturing Spirit Weekend at Samish Island

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Job Posting for Canada West Mission

Canada West is hiring a full time Congregational Outreach Program Specialist for a four year contract. The position will be located in British Columbia and ministering with the four BC Congregations - Victoria, Vancouver, Meadow Ridge and Chilliwack. A Congregational Outreach Program Specialist is one who provides support to pastors and congregational leadership teams to empower congregational outreach programming. They assist congregations in establishing and reaching goals aligned with the Mission Initiatives. They also focus on outreach ministry in response to specific needs of the wider mission. The goal of this position is to assist in planning 2 events per year per BC congregation. This position will also include a focus on youth ministry in these four congregations.

The ideal applicant will possess the following skills:

Approachability, Communication, Witnessing and Invitation, Managing Diversity, Integrity and Trust, Listening, Motivating Others, Organizing, Priority Setting, Building Effective Teams, Managing Vision and Purpose, Witness and Invitation, Work/Life Balance, Scriptural/Theological Knowledge, Sense of Humor and Developing Others.

Applications will be accepted until January 6, 2013 with the position commencing February 1, 2013 or sooner dependent on the applicant's availability.

For more information, please see the full Position Description.

Applications should be sent to:

Greg Goheen, Canada West Mission President

Re: Congregational Outreach Program Specialist

Box 88, Edgerton AB, T0B 1K0, or emailed to greg@communityofchrist.ca

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Samish Island Special Need

Samish Island Campground Fundraising Letter from

Glen Fishel, Samish Island Campground Association President and
Kathy Sharp, GPNW Mission Center President and Samish Island Campground Board

MP4

 

 

Flash

 

 

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

January 18-20 Theology Jam Vancouver

February 15-17 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-7 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 14-18 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

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6 Days until Christmas!

Weekly Wire for December 12, 2012

 

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‘Three Wise Men’

Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, "Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage." When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another path.

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

January 18-20 Theology Jam Vancouver

February 15-17 Nurturing Spirit Weekend  Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend  Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

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Theology Jam in Vancouver!

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Nurturing Spirit Weekend at Samish Island

 

 

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Job Posting for Canada West Mission

Canada West is hiring a full time Congregational Outreach Program Specialist for a four year contract. The position will be located in British Columbia and ministering with the four BC Congregations - Victoria, Vancouver, Meadow Ridge and Chilliwack. A Congregational Outreach Program Specialist is one who provides support to pastors and congregational leadership teams to empower congregational outreach programming. They assist congregations in establishing and reaching goals aligned with the Mission Initiatives. They also focus on outreach ministry in response to specific needs of the wider mission. The goal of this position is to assist in planning 2 events per year per BC congregation. This position will also include a focus on youth ministry in these four congregations.

The ideal applicant will possess the following skills:

Approachability, Communication, Witnessing and Invitation, Managing Diversity, Integrity and Trust, Listening, Motivating Others, Organizing, Priority Setting, Building Effective Teams, Managing Vision and Purpose, Witness and Invitation, Work/Life Balance, Scriptural/Theological Knowledge, Sense of Humor and Developing Others.

Applications will be accepted until January 6, 2013 with the position commencing February 1, 2013 or sooner dependent on the applicant's availability.

For more information, please see the full Position Description.

Applications should be sent to:

Greg Goheen, Canada West Mission President

Re: Congregational Outreach Program Specialist

Box 88, Edgerton AB, T0B 1K0, or emailed to greg@communityofchrist.ca

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Samish Island Special Need

Samish Island Campground Fundraising Letter from

Glen Fishel, Samish Island Campground Association President and
Kathy Sharp, GPNW Mission Center President and Samish Island Campground Board

MP4

Flash

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December 2012 Keeping the church connected Come worship with a Service of Lessons and Carols at the Temple in Independence, Missouri, or participate through the live webcast at www.CofChrist.org December 9 at 7:00 p.m. CST. The First Presidency will share in scripture readings and the Spire Chamber Ensemble and the Festival Brass Quintet, with conductor Ben Spalding, will be featured. The Service of Lessons and Carols is a traditional format for Christmas worship that goes back as far as 1880 to the Cathedral of Truro in Cornwall and tells the story of our salvation in Christ. The lessons include nine short Bible readings from Genesis, the prophetic books, and the Gospels. Readings will be interspersed with carols by the congregation and anthems by the choir. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Community of Christ celebrates Christmas all around our worldwide church. Enjoy photos of some of those celebrations from tropical villages to dusty deserts to crowded cities in the December Herald and at www.CofChrist.org where we join in remembering diverse celebrations of years past and rejoice as we bask in the unity of Christ’s love and the promise he brings. Tell us how you celebrate. As you enjoy Advent and Christmas this year, capture your memories in photos and send them to us for consideration in next year’s Herald and website feature of “Christmas around the World.” Please include caption information and photographer’s name. Send photos to the Herald@CofChrist.org.  -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please read the letter from The First Presidency and the official policy, Tithing Policy for Consideration of Priesthood Ordination, effective January 1. These are posted at www.CofChrist.org/policy. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pre-order Community of Christ Sings, our new hymnal, and get a 15 percent discount. Use the order form at www.CofChrist.org/hymnal for bulk congregation, mission center, and campground orders of the pew edition for $19.55 each ($23 after April 30). Individual orders also enjoy the 15 percent discount and can be placed through Herald House: www.HeraldHouse.org, 1-800-767-8181. Exciting hymnal updates are at www.CofChrist.org/hymnal. Visit the site for: Hymnal pre-order details A video interview with Jane Gardner, Hymnal Steering Team lead, and Jan Kraybill, principal organist, about the purpose, process, and unique attributes of the next hymnal A sneak peak at hymn titles under consideration for the book A list of topical content Updated FAQs, and more… -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The 2013 Peace Colloquy gathered hundreds to the Temple in Independence, Missouri, and more joined through the webcast at www.CofChrist.org as Dr. Tadatoshi Akiba was honored October 26 with the Community of Christ International Peace Award for his life’s work advocating for global nuclear disarmament. Check the archives at www.CofChrist.org/PeaceColloquy to watch video of Dr. Akiba’s keynote address; listen to a Kansas City radio program with Dr. Akiba and and Clifton Truman Daniel, grandson of late US President Harry S. Truman; watch other keynote presenters’ addresses; and see President Steve Veazey and Cathi Cackler-Veazey recount their 2011 visit to Hiroshima, Japan. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dates have been announced for upcoming International Youth Forum events. Mark your calendars for USA: July 15–18, 2014; Honduras: summer 2014; Africa: July 15–22, 2015. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- There is a new video on the Evangelist Facebook page. After launching the page at Spectacular on Graceland University’s campus last July, there have been great responses from visitors. Videos, inspirational messages, information about blessings, and pictures are part of the page aimed at young adults and those interested in finding out more about Evangelist blessings. On November 23 we added a new video that documents the experience of a young adult and an evangelist as they each prepare for the sacrament of blessing. Visit www.facebook.com/CommunityofChristBlessing to view this moving story. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The John Whitmer Historical Association requests submissions for possible publication in Restoration Studies. Subtitled “Theology and Culture in the Community of Christ and the Latter Saint Movement,” this collection publishes works that address this broad subject. Writers from seasoned scholars to serious students are invited. The deadline for submitting articles is March 1, 2013. Submissions should be sent electronically to editor@restorationstudies.org from whom guidelines for submissions may be obtained. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Christmas cards are being mailed to people in Canada and USA who gave to worldwide ministries in 2012. The card includes the image used on the cover of the December 2012 Herald and thanks contributors for supporting Christ’s mission. Children living in the USA who receive mission tithes offering envelopes will receive a Christmas card from Jack & Jenn. The card includes a nativity scene image and thanks children for sharing their time, treasure, and talent. Children are encouraged to color the nativity scene and submit pictures of their colored images to Jack & Jenn at jackandjenn@CofChrist.org. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Herald commentary series on signal communities continues with “Signal Communities…Pursue Peace on Earth,” by Presiding Evangelist David Brock. It is complemented by a collection of “Journey” stories. When Joseph and Mary took their first steps toward Bethlehem, they started on a journey that changed the world. Now, because of those first steps by Joseph and Mary, people today still are going on journeys. Some are taking inward paths, exploring their own spirituality as they travel through life. Others are engaged in outward treks of service. They’re all seeking to follow Christ. Get commentary series articles delivered free to your e-mail by signing up at www.CofChrist.org/subscribe.asp. Send your comments, and we may print them in the magazine. To subscribe to the Herald, visit www.HeraldHouse.org or contact Subscriptions or 1-800-767-8181. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The series on Community of Christ theological foundations continues in the Herald with an article on “Covenant,” a gift of God’s grace for the blessing of human life and creation. Covenant is a foundational, scriptural, and spiritual concept that describes a primary way God defines and blesses Divine-human relationships for the sake of individuals, communities, and creation. Read the series in the Herald or sign up for the e-subscription at www.CofChrist.org/subscribe.asp to have the articles, with spiritual practices and reflection questions, delivered to your e-mail. To subscribe to the Herald, visit www.HeraldHouse.org or contact Subscriptions or 1-800-767-8181. In addition to study and discussion, the First Presidency invites your feedback. Send your responses. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Estate and Financial Planning changed its name to Estate and Gift Planning in November. Members over age 50 in the USA and Canada will receive a mailing from Estate and Gift Planning notifying them of the new name. The mailing includes a letter, magnet, and business reply card. It outlines the comprehensive services offered by Estate and Gift Planning and encourages members to learn more about the services offered by the team by calling 1-800-884-7526 or by e-mail. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ‘Tis the season…for colds and flu…But are you confused about whether the runny nose, cough, or sneeze is a serious problem or just a nuisance? The latest health brief from Community of Christ Health Ministries Association gives a guide to differences between colds, flu, and allergies, as well as recommendations for prevention and treatment. “He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart…shall receive the blessing from the Lord…” Psalms 24:4-5. Even thousands of years ago, spiritual wisdom told us that health habits affect quality of life and the human spirit. Get this health brief at www.chm.hmaCofChrist.org. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Register now for MEADS (Ministerial Education and Discipleship Studies). Classes offered February 4–8 at the Temple in Independence, Missouri, will be: Community of Christ Theology from 8:30 a.m. to noon with Apostle Dale Luffman, and Community of Christ History from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. with World Church Historian and Archivist Mark Scherer. Cost is $88 per course or $175 for both. It’s only $50per class to audit. For more information and syllabi, go to www.CofChrist.org/meads/schedule.asp. Registration deadline is January 21, 2013. Contact Michelle Booth (ext. 1459) to register. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Register now for Interpersonal Peacebuilding and receive Temple School credit. February 4–8, 2013, this course will be offered with Sandee Gamet, Peacebuilding Ministries, from 8:30 a.m. to noon for $35. For more information and the syllabus, go to www.CofChrist.org/meads/schedule.asp. Registration deadline is January 21, 2013. Contact Michelle Booth (ext. 1459) to register. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Register now for FOCCUS (Facilitating Open Couple Communication, Understanding, and Study). Training will be facilitated by Jeri Lauren Lambert, Children and Family Ministries, on Saturday, February 9, 2013, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. at Community of Christ Temple. Cost is $70 ($50 for FOCCUS book plus $20 for course). Contact Michelle Booth (ext. 1459) to register. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- UPCOMING EVENTS November 2–4: Young Adult Spirituality Weekend (Kirtland, Ohio) November 22–23 International Headquarters offices closed—Thanksgiving holidays (USA) December 2: First day of Advent December 3–7: Council of Twelve Apostles meet December 9: Temple Advent Worship (Live Webcast) December 10–13: World Church Leadership Council December 24–Jan 1: Christmas and the New Year—International Headquarters offices closed January 1: International Headquarters offices closed—New Year’s Day (USA) January 6: Epiphany January 20: Racial Justice Day January 21: International Headquarters offices closed—Martin Luther King Jr. Day (USA) January 21–25: Seminary focus session February 4–8: MEADS February 10: Youth Ministries Day February 13: Ash Wednesday February 18: International Headquarters offices closed—President's Day (USA) Daily Prayer for Peace A brief worship service is held daily at 1:00 p.m. central time at the Temple. Join us in prayer from wherever you are. For details and the text of each day’s prayer, visit www.CofChrist.org/prayerpeace/. Contribution Update

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

January 18-20 Theology Jam Vancouver

February 15-17 Nurturing Spirit Weekend Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend  Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-7 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 14-18 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

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13 Days until Christmas!

Weekly Wire for December 5, 2012

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The perfect Christmas tree? All Christmas trees are perfect!"

~ Charles N. Barnard, American author, travel writer.~

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Upcoming Events at a Glance

January 26-27   Nurturing Spirit Weekend – Calgary

March 1-3   Nurturing Spirit Weekend - Samish Island

April 24-28   Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3   Samish Island Work Week

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Goodbye Dan

I would like to extend my deepest thanks and appreciation to everyone who has supported me over the past six years in my roles with the Canada West Mission. I am looking forward to my new venture, and increased time at home with my family. I pray God's deepest blessings on all of us as we strive to build the Beloved Community God desires for us.

Dan Woynarski

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What’s Up … in Vancouver

Baby Blessing!

On Sunday November 18th, Baby Jackson Lee was blessed by High Priest Jim Hodgson.

Jim was assisted by Rosilyn Coulson Teng.  Jackson’s proud parents Sky and Ryan Lee are pictured below with baby Jackson.

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What’s Up …. In Prince Albert

 

The picture attached shows our Prince Albert ladies, and a friend holding up some of the quilts they've made to send to the homeless shelter in Prince Albert. The ladies have done 6 so far, and their goal is 10 before Christmas. Some of the adult guiders in the city have joined in with our group and have been working side by side with us.

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What’s Up … In Ribstone

Ribstone Community of Christ hosted their second annual Trunk 'n' Treat recently. The children who attended were treated to watching a puppet show called "God is My Superhero," viewing a video on the same theme starring Clive and Ian and their Wonderblimp of Knowledge, gathering treats from decorated trunks, a hearty lunch and several door prizes. The children also took part in a parade of costumes across the stage. Costumes worn by the children and several of the attending parents ranged from princesses to superheroes to Thomas the Train to Cruella de Vil and many more. The decorated trunk themes included: a rainbow with a pot of gold, the Lion King, a miner, a pumpkin patch, an oil worker, tropical, a veterinarian, a wedding chapel and more. Though the weather was cold and snowy, there were over 80 people in attendance. 

Joanne Goulet and Susan Wirth’s trunk – pumpkin patch

Kim Selte’s trunk – tropical                               Josie Buck’s trunk – miner

 

Group picture with the children

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Nurturing Spirit in Calgary

 

Community of Christ, 6415 Ranchview Dr. NW, Calgary

Guest Teacher/Minister: Vickie MacArthur has been practicing and teaching yoga and meditation for the past 15 years and sees yoga as a spiritual path healing body, mind and spirit. (www.spiritinmotionyoga.ca)

Take time out to nurture body, mind and spirit through the time‐honored practices of yoga and meditation. Learn gentle stretches and breathing practices to release tension and discomfort in the body as well as prayer and meditation to calm and focus the mind.

Connect to that place of peace and stillness where God lives and breathes in you. It is from this deep wellspring of stillness and joy, that we can live life more abundantly and learn to love others more deeply.

Mark your calendar for the weekend of January 26-27, 2013 and join us in Calgary. Watch for further details regarding the schedule, registration and fee.

Whether you are brand new to these practices or have some experience, we look forward sharing the weekend with you!!

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Samish Island Special Need

Samish Island Campground Fundraising Letter from

Glen Fishel, Samish Island Campground Association President and
Kathy Sharp, GPNW Mission Center President and Samish Island Campground Board

 

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2013 Camping/Event Calendar

January 26-27 Nurturing Spirit Weekend - Calgary

March 1-3 Nurturing Spirit Weekend - Samish Island

April 24-28 Fine Arts Retreat Samish Island

Apr 29-May 3 Samish Island Work Week

May 4-5 Ribstone Enrichment Weekend

May 12-13 Hills of Peace Camp Opening

May 24-26 Arts on the Lake Hills of Peace

May 31-June 2 Camp Genesis (8-9 yrs) Samish Island

May 31-June 2 Adult Spiritual Retreat Hills of Peace

June 7-9 College Age Young Adult Retreat Hills of Peace

Jun-08 Samish Island Work Day

June 8-14 Adult Reunion Samish Island

July 1-7 Canada West Youth Camp

June 30-July 6 Camp Mungai (10-11 yrs) Samish Island

July 6-12 Family Reunion Hills of Peace

July 14-18 Junior Camp (8-11 yrs) Hills of Peace

July 13-20 Family Reunion Samish Island

July 20-27 Spectacular Graceland University

July 22-28 Camp Planning Retreat - Hills of Peace

July 21-27 Camp Kluane (girls 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

July 28-Aug 3 Camp Chimacum (boys 12-14 yrs) Samish Island

August 9-11 Young Family Weekend Hills of Peace

August 4-10 Camp Kimtah (15-18 yrs) Samish Island

August 11-17 Singles’ Reunion Samish Island

Aug 30-Sept 1 Canada West Mission Conference Edmonton AB

September 27-29 Men’s Retreat Hills of Peace

September 27-29 Singles’ Retreat Samish Island

October 4-6 Young Adult Retreat Samish Island

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20 Days until Christmas!

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