Meals for the Genns, Leadership Recommendations, New Ministry Leaders, & A Ceilidh
02/02/10 06:01
FRIDAY NIGHT PRAYER
Join us this Friday, Feb. 5 at 7:00 pm at Max & Lynda Blazina's (37 Tuscany Springs Circle NW) for a time of praying together. Afterward, we'll enjoy hanging out. Everyone is welcome!
MEALS FOR THE GENNS
CONGRATULATIONS to Josh, Kelly, Ella and Gus Genn on the safe arrival of the newest member of their family! Alice Gigi Genn, was born on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 11:48 pm, weighing in at 8lbs 4 oz, 21 inches in length. It was great to meet her at church on Sunday - she is already a much loved member of our church family! We want to come alongside the Genn family and bless them with some meals during this time of transition. If you'd like to help and didn't sign up at church on Sunday, please contact Abbie Macdonald at camabbie@gmail.com.
LEADERSHIP RECOMMENDATIONS
As discussed at our Congregational Meeting last Sunday evening, the Elders are recommending Bob Shelton assume the role of Lead Pastor (Lead Elder) of Tapestry. Bob has been a committed, integral member of Tapestry for the last four years and active in ministry for over 40 years. He has served as a youth pastor, associate pastor, lead pastor and denominational leader. He currently serves as the Associate National Ministry Leader with the Canadian National Baptist Convention, a position he will continue to hold. In his own words, his life purpose is "to partner with my family and others to enjoy the journey with Jesus, stay the course and finish well." God has stirred Bob's heart to make himself available to serve in this way, and we feel he possesses the heart, character, gifts and experience that fit well with the kind of leader we need at this point in Tapestry's story. As our Lead Pastor, Bob will:
In addition, we are pleased to recommend the following changes to our Elders Team, also to be affirmed by the church membership on Feb. 21:
NEW MINISTRY LEADERS
Also announced at our meeting on Sunday, we are excited to have some new ministry leaders in place at Tapestry:
As evidenced by the above announcements, there are a number of exciting changes taking place within our church and we look toward the future with a sense of anticipation for all that God has in store. It's also a reminder that each of us has a place, a purpose, a role to fill in being a part of what God wants to do in and through our church for His Kingdom. What's your ministry? Not only are you needed, but serving is an important part of connecting more deeply as part of God's family and growing as a follower of Jesus. If you're ever feeling disconnected and/or that you're not growing, ask yourself "How am I using my gifts and abilities to help Tapestry achieve its purpose?"
As a church, we want to provide a safe place where you can explore your calling and discover who God has made you to be. There are an endless number of opportunities for you to jump in and get involved, including Children's Ministry, Nursery, Worship, Sound/Tech, Set-up, Leading a Small Group, Communication, Administration, Prayer, Outreach, Missions...you get the idea! Where does God want you to serve? To explore the possibilities, talk to any of our current Elders (Bob, Max, Steve or Thom). "All of you together are Christ's body, and each one of you is a separate and necessary part of it." (1 Corinthians 12:27)
CEILIDH
Start practicing your Scottish accents as we're having another Ceilidh (pronounced "caylee")on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:00 pm at the Tuscany Club. A Ceilidh is a Scottish group dance characterized by spinning (lots and lots of spinning) and the reckless endangerment of your female partner's life. There will be a small charge (dependent on how many sign up) to cover the room rental - likely around $5 per person or $10 per family. Ceilidhs are very energetic, so don't dress too warmly and wear sensible shoes. Also, please bring either a drink or a snack to share. Please sign up by contacting Erin Johnstone at erin.johnstone@hotmail.com. Invite friends to join you!
PRAYING FOR ONE ANOTHER
This week, please pray for the Poon family (Calvin, Joyce & Aubrey) and the Rathje family (Steve, Marilyn, Sara, Jana & Jonah). As you pray, be sensitive to how God may want to use you to minister to them.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK...
Birthday blessings to the following people who are celebrating their special day this week: Dan Clark (Feb. 2) and Chelsey Beda (Feb. 10). Happy Birthday! Did we miss you or someone in your family? Let Steve know and we'll update our records.
Join us this Friday, Feb. 5 at 7:00 pm at Max & Lynda Blazina's (37 Tuscany Springs Circle NW) for a time of praying together. Afterward, we'll enjoy hanging out. Everyone is welcome!
MEALS FOR THE GENNS
CONGRATULATIONS to Josh, Kelly, Ella and Gus Genn on the safe arrival of the newest member of their family! Alice Gigi Genn, was born on Wednesday, Jan. 27 at 11:48 pm, weighing in at 8lbs 4 oz, 21 inches in length. It was great to meet her at church on Sunday - she is already a much loved member of our church family! We want to come alongside the Genn family and bless them with some meals during this time of transition. If you'd like to help and didn't sign up at church on Sunday, please contact Abbie Macdonald at camabbie@gmail.com.
LEADERSHIP RECOMMENDATIONS
As discussed at our Congregational Meeting last Sunday evening, the Elders are recommending Bob Shelton assume the role of Lead Pastor (Lead Elder) of Tapestry. Bob has been a committed, integral member of Tapestry for the last four years and active in ministry for over 40 years. He has served as a youth pastor, associate pastor, lead pastor and denominational leader. He currently serves as the Associate National Ministry Leader with the Canadian National Baptist Convention, a position he will continue to hold. In his own words, his life purpose is "to partner with my family and others to enjoy the journey with Jesus, stay the course and finish well." God has stirred Bob's heart to make himself available to serve in this way, and we feel he possesses the heart, character, gifts and experience that fit well with the kind of leader we need at this point in Tapestry's story. As our Lead Pastor, Bob will:
- Articulate vision for Tapestry
- Work closely with our leaders and provide quarterly leadership training events
- Work with ministry leaders and seek to build ministry teams for each area
- Mentor Elders and other Leaders-in-Training
- Preach at least once per month
- Have an active presence in our church services when present
- Other responsibilities as assigned by the church
In addition, we are pleased to recommend the following changes to our Elders Team, also to be affirmed by the church membership on Feb. 21:
- New Elder: Glenn Watson. Glenn and his wife Sherri have been committed members of Tapestry for the past 2.5 years. Glenn is a former pastor, served as a missionary in Portugal for 10 years and is currently Professor of Preaching and Pastoral Ministries at the Canadian Southern Baptist Seminary in Cochrane. He is an active member of our preaching and worship teams and, along with Sherri, has partnered with the Millers in their downtown church planting efforts. We are excited at what Glenn would bring to the role of Elder at Tapestry.
- "New" Elder: Steve Rathje. Steve has been serving as our Lead Elder for the past 2 years while in the Pastor role. Even though he is stepping down from the Pastor/Lead Elder role, we would like to recommend to the church that he continue to serve as an Elder of Tapestry as we feel he has much to offer as one of our leaders.
- Stepping Down: Thom Gordon. After faithfully serving for over 2 years, Thom feels his time and energies should be devoted to other ministries within Tapestry and will therefore be transitioning out of the Elder role. We wish to thank Thom for his dedication in serving the Lord and our church in this way.
- Max Blazina will continue to serve as an Elder at Tapestry to finish out his 3-year term, scheduled to end in November this year. Max has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to serving the Lord at Tapestry and we are so thankful and blessed to have him as one of our leaders.
NEW MINISTRY LEADERS
Also announced at our meeting on Sunday, we are excited to have some new ministry leaders in place at Tapestry:
- Lynda Blazina will be serving as our new Director of Worship. Lynda will provide vision, direction and oversight to Tapestry's worship ministry so that it can be the best it can be for the glory of God. Thanks Lynda!
- Evan Hertzsprung will be serving as our new Small Group Ministry Leader. Evan has had a passion for small group ministry for many years and is excited to take a more active leadership role in this area at Tapestry. He will be the "point" person to oversee the vital small group ministry, including training and equipping of leaders.
As evidenced by the above announcements, there are a number of exciting changes taking place within our church and we look toward the future with a sense of anticipation for all that God has in store. It's also a reminder that each of us has a place, a purpose, a role to fill in being a part of what God wants to do in and through our church for His Kingdom. What's your ministry? Not only are you needed, but serving is an important part of connecting more deeply as part of God's family and growing as a follower of Jesus. If you're ever feeling disconnected and/or that you're not growing, ask yourself "How am I using my gifts and abilities to help Tapestry achieve its purpose?"
As a church, we want to provide a safe place where you can explore your calling and discover who God has made you to be. There are an endless number of opportunities for you to jump in and get involved, including Children's Ministry, Nursery, Worship, Sound/Tech, Set-up, Leading a Small Group, Communication, Administration, Prayer, Outreach, Missions...you get the idea! Where does God want you to serve? To explore the possibilities, talk to any of our current Elders (Bob, Max, Steve or Thom). "All of you together are Christ's body, and each one of you is a separate and necessary part of it." (1 Corinthians 12:27)
CEILIDH
Start practicing your Scottish accents as we're having another Ceilidh (pronounced "caylee")on Saturday, Feb. 13 at 7:00 pm at the Tuscany Club. A Ceilidh is a Scottish group dance characterized by spinning (lots and lots of spinning) and the reckless endangerment of your female partner's life. There will be a small charge (dependent on how many sign up) to cover the room rental - likely around $5 per person or $10 per family. Ceilidhs are very energetic, so don't dress too warmly and wear sensible shoes. Also, please bring either a drink or a snack to share. Please sign up by contacting Erin Johnstone at erin.johnstone@hotmail.com. Invite friends to join you!
PRAYING FOR ONE ANOTHER
This week, please pray for the Poon family (Calvin, Joyce & Aubrey) and the Rathje family (Steve, Marilyn, Sara, Jana & Jonah). As you pray, be sensitive to how God may want to use you to minister to them.
BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEK...
Birthday blessings to the following people who are celebrating their special day this week: Dan Clark (Feb. 2) and Chelsey Beda (Feb. 10). Happy Birthday! Did we miss you or someone in your family? Let Steve know and we'll update our records.