Happy Father's Day Weekend!
Thank you so much for taking a few moments to acquaint yourself with some of our church family news and events in this week's edition of the Pastoral Hello.
1. Fathers
I enjoy collecting quotes and some that I've appreciated that speak of fathers and Father's Day such as the following:
"Some men you just keep looking up to, no matter how tall you get." - Kealy Chace
"He didn't think of himself as a hero but heroes never do." - Stacey
"With the love and attention of a good man, family roots grow deeper and stronger all the time." - Megan Haave
"Father's Day is for every guy who holds nothing back.....who gives his heart, soul and energy to those he cares about and still finds a way to love them more every single day." - Andrew Black
And of course we have the best father of all in our wonderful Heavenly Father, "Abba" Father who is everything we can and will ever need in life and beyond. Praise the Lord.
2. Sunday, Father's Day Service, June 15
This coming Sunday we have a wonderful service planned to celebrate and honour our earthly dads and our Heavenly Father. We will be singing music chosen for dads; a special solo by Heather singing one of her dad's favourite hymns; a violin number by Broddy and a testimonial of thanks for her dad by Holly, and much more.
I will be sharing a brief message reminding us of the greatest Father of all and there will be gifts given to all dads, grandpas and men in general. It all begins at 10:30 AM. We would love to have you join us for this special day of thanks. If you are not able to, we have online viewing available.
3. Thank You for Your Gracious Giving
Once again, we thank each of you for your kindness in giving to the Lord and His work in and through our precious church. You can give your tithes and offerings at the back of the sanctuary, in the designated wooden box or online at www.heritagevalleyassembly.com. God bless you all.
4. Prayer Requests
There are no new prayer requests.
- JARREN & CINDIE H. - Their son suffered a concussion. Please pray for a complete recovery.
- JANE L. - She suffers from Osteoporosis causing compression fractures. She is also suffering from diverticulitis and an infection. Pray for healing.
- SHERAH B. - Is in need of employment
- ANNIE P. - Pray for full recovery from recent surgery
- ELAINE, Jen K.'s friend has Lymphoma. She has had chemo treatment and surgery. Continue to pray for her total recovery.
- LEONARD S. - Is in Hardisty Nursing Home. Pray for this adjustment and for his wife Lily.
- HELEN L. - She fell last fall. Pray for her husband Ed as he cares for her.
- CHRIS S. - Has found out he has cancer, please pray for a miracle.
- MARY L. - Update: She has had another biopsy. Continue to pray for healing and a positive report.
- RUTH D. - Has been dealing with a blood disorder which has resulted in a growth. Her hemoglobin has stayed the same level for 5 months. Continue to pray for healing from anemia
- Unspoken requests for others who have some serious health issues.
- LEANNE B. - Zhenya is still in the Ukraine. Pray for direction as he has left the rehab center. He needs a job and a safe place to live. Pray against temptation of drugs and alcohol.
- Praise Report - Leanne's children, Kira and Arthur,had their visas extended and have their new passports. They now wait for permanent residency for everyone..
- KIRA B. - Leanne B's daughter has successfully completed dental surgery. She will be meeting with the kidney transplant team on May 26 to discuss further steps.
- ARTUR B. - He received a service dog from CNIB - very thankful. Pray for his eyes and wisdom to know what to do with the non-seeing eye and wisdom to know how to keep it healthy as well as the seeing eye.
- BARB M. - She has Macular Degeneration. Pray for her eyesight.
- RUTH P.- Pray for a continual touch in her body.
- PHIL B. - Is healing from shingles.Pray that God grant him strength and energy.
- JAN F. – Continued prayer for better sleep and energy recovery.
- GLEN F. - He had shoulder surgery a few months ago. Pray for his recovery.
- FAMILIES in our church who have family members struggling with addictions and homelessness. Pray for strength and comfort and wisdom.
- A friend of many HVPA and staff at Taylor Seminary: Alex & Lori M. - Lori's cancer has returned and her husband, Alex, has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer
5. This Week's Ministry Opportunities
1. Wednesday - Men's Coffee Fellowship at Tim Hortons (RoperRd/75 St). Everyone is welcome for an encouraging time of fellowship.
2. Wednesday - On-Line Prayer Session at 7 PM. We gather online at www.heritagevalleyassembly.com.
3. Saturday - Ladies Care, Prayer and Share Gathering at 9:30 AM @ Dianne D's home.
4. Sunday, Chapel Service at Chartwell Retirement Residence at 6:30 PM.
6. Spotlight on Missions
On Sunday, June 22, we will be privileged to have Debbie Kunst from Father's House sharing with us about the ministry in downtown Edmonton. For the last six years, our church has stood with the ministry of Father's House as one of our official mission initiatives that we give to financially and prayer wise. We look forward to this inspiring time, Of course, it will also be the third Sunday of the month when we give material goods to their church by way of clothing, blankets, etc.
God bless you all and enjoy time this weekend celebrating the wonderful men in your lives and our Heavenly Father.
In Christ's Service,
Pastor Larry/Colleen, Pastor Matthew/Rebekah/ Pastor Intern Joshua