Connect Ignite Inspire Transform - Gracepoint Community Church

FOR THE TIMES THEY
ARE A CHANGIN’
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RE-FRESHED EYES
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LESSONS FROM HWY 99
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Connect Connect Connect Connect Connect Connect Connect Connect
Ignite Ignite Ignite Ignite Ignite Ignite Ignite Ignite
Inspire Inspire Inspire Inspire Inspire Inspire Inspire Inspire
Transform Transform Transform Transform Transform Transform Transform Transform
WORSHIP—WHY IS IT
SO IMPORTANT?
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CHRISTMAS IN
NOVEMBER
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The Connection Point
serves a purpose within the Gracepoint Community:
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To CONNECT \kə-ˈnekt\ 1 : to become joined ... 2 a : to meet for the transference of [fellow travellers] b : to transfer ...
as a step in traveling to a final destination 3 : to make a successful hit, shot, or throw 4 : to have or establish a rapport 5 : to
establish a communications connection
To IGNITE \ig-ˈnīt\ 1 : to subject to fire or intense heat; especially : to render luminous
by heat
2 a : to set afire; also : KINDLE b : to cause (a [heart or passion]) to burn 3 a : to heat up :
EXCITE b : to set in motion : SPARK
To INSPIRE \in-ˈspī(-ə)r\ 1 a : to influence, move, or guide by divine or
supernatural inspiration b : to exert an animating, enlivening, or exalting influence
on c : to spur on :
IMPEL, MOTIVATE d : AFFECT 2 a archaic : to
breathe or blow into or upon b archaic : to infuse (as life) by breathing 3 a : to communicate to an agent
supernaturally b : to draw forth or bring out
4 : INHALE 1 5 a : BRING ABOUT, OCCASION b : INCITE 6 : to spread ([good]
rumours) by indirect means or through the agency of the Connection Point.
To TRANSFORM \tran(t)s- fȯrm\ 1 a : to change in composition or
structure b : to change the inner essence and therefore outward
appearance of c : to radically change in character or condition as to what
one cares deeply about : CONVERT 2 : to subject to mathematical transformation
3 : to cause (a [person]) to undergo a total transformation [of the heart
and mind].

Inside This Issue
4-5 Who Are We?
6 Service Times and Locations
7 For The Times They Are A Changing’ — by Bill Hogg
9 Re-freshed Eyes—Phil Wagler
10 Newcomer’s Dessert
11 Life Groups
12 Lessons from Highway 99—by Gregg Baker
14 Calling All Tech Heads
15 Worship—Why is it important? —by Jeremy Pue
19 Kid’s Unlimited
31 Operation Christmas Child
32 Student Ministries
35 Ascent (Young Adults Ministries)
36 Community Dinner
37 The Kindlings Muse
37 Gracepoint Recommended Reading
38 Christmas in November
39 Upcoming… Classes, Events and Weekly Ministries
40 Ladies Book Club
41 Adults Unlimited
43 Recipes by Marie
44 Our Missionaries and Sponsorships
45 Window on the World
46 October Calendar
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Welcome to Gracepoint – a church for people who have given up on church but haven't
given up on God. Or, to put it more simply, a church for people who don't like church.
Don't get us wrong – personally, we love church. We are the Church – the body of Christ.
But let's face it – sometimes "church," with all its religiosity, legalism and sheer irrelevance,
can leave people with a bad taste in their mouths. We want to change that by introducing
them to church as it was meant to be: Grace-filled. Authentic. Transforming. Externally-focused.
These are our core values and what we work toward becoming every day
with the help of God and each other.
BILL HOGG
bill@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 208
PHIL PHIL WAGLER
WAGLER
phil@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 209
OUR LEAD PASTOR
I was born in Scotland and enjoyed a transatlantic boyhood because of my Dad’s
work. I have been a construction worker, movie extra, talk show host, evangelist
and adjunct professor. I have picked up Bachelors degrees in Industrial
Engineering and Theology, and a Masters in Evangelism Studies. I hope to finish
my doctorate in 2010. (So much packed into such a young life!) I am navigating my
fourth culture and loving life in beautiful B.C.
It is a great joy to be part of Gracepoint and to lead the staff team. I am excited
about what God has in store for us as we journey together with Jesus.
I am passionate about us becoming and being a church for those who have given
up on church and connecting with those farthest from Christ. I want to see those
who are “found” experiencing Jesus in the fullness of His grace, power and healing
and being equipped and released as agents of transformation. I love preaching the
gospel and expounding the Scriptures.
I enjoy strong Starbucks coffee, movies, browsing in bookstores, watching
Manchester United, barbecues and dabbling in the kitchen on vacation.
OUR SENIOR ASSOCIATE PASTOR
I am an only child born in Ontario and was rescued by Jesus in my late
teens. Together with my wife Jen we have served God’s Kingdom in different parts
of the world and in Alberta, Ontario, and of course beautiful British Columbia. I
have been a youth pastor, solo pastor, lead pastor, college dean, para-church
servant, as well as working on dairy farms, lawn maintenance, hardware, and even
dabbled in radio (and not just turning the dial!). My family joined the Gracepoint
family in 2010.
Jen and I are the proud parents of Caleb, Benjamin, Jessie, Sadie, and Micah and we
all enjoy our pooch, Molly. I love spending time with my wife and kids, hiking, and
sports (pretty much everything, but mostly hockey, baseball, football and the other
football - i.e. soccer). I’m an avid reader and student of culture and am passionate
about inspiring the church to be on mission with God for the transformation of our
cities, towns, and side roads. I am also an author of regular columns, a book, and a
lot of scribble notes.
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ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
PASTOR OF TECHNICAL ARTS DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRAION
CREATIVE PROGRAMMING
DIRECTOR/MUSIC PASTOR
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
(BELL CAMPUS)
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Lisa Carpenter
lisa@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 204
WORSHIP ARTS
Randy Plett
randy@gracepoint.ca
604-809-4050
STUDENT MINISTRY
STUDENT MINISTRIES PASTOR STUDENT MINISTRY
KEVIN SNYDER
kevin@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 202
Maxine Urena
maxine@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 200
Gregg Baker
gregg@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 214
OUR STAFF
WORSHIP ARTS ADMINISTRATOR
OUR
STAFF
Connie Plett
connie@gracepoint.ca
604-727-2211
WORSHIP ARTS &
YOUNG ADULTS
YOUNG ADULTS PASTOR/
MUSIC PASTOR
JEREMY PUE
jeremy@gracepoint.ca
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SERVICE SERVICE TIMES TIMES AND AND LOCATIONS
LOCATIONS
SURREY SURREY SOUTH SOUTH CAMPUS CAMPUS
CAMPUS
3487 King George Boulevard
SUNDAY SUNDAY SERVICE SERVICE TIMES
TIMES
9:00am and 11:15am
OFFICE OFFICE INFORMATION
INFORMATION
3487 King George Blvd
Surrey, BC V4P 1B7
604-538-1825
fax 604-538-6139
Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30
LEADERSHIP LEADERSHIP TEAM
TEAM
Bill and Morag Hogg
Phil Wagler
Ernie and Marie Isaac
Ron Marshall
Bryan Jakeman
Doug Stuart
Cecil Rast
Sam Rowland
Lisa Carpenter
SERVICES TIMES AND LOCATION
BELL BELL CAMPUS
CAMPUS
6250 144th Street
SUNDAY SUNDAY SERVICE SERVICE TIME
TIME
10:30am
Visit our website
www.gracepoint.ca

J!
am encouraged and excited about a bunch of
new ministries and new developments at
Gracepoint. As I observe the new things I am
stoked about what God is doing in us, amongst us and
through us. I am also filled with a fresh anticipation
that God wants to do a great work in us, amongst and
through us as we step into the future together!
God wants us to become a multiplying movement to
reach those who have given up on church. Jesus has
given us our marching orders. Our assignment from
God is: to “Mentor, multiply and move people to
follow Jesus Christ for His mission”.
We are on a journey to become multi-site by design
for the sake of Jesus and his mission. Up ahead, this
will mean planting and developing fresh expressions
and new Gracepoint campuses. Up ahead this means
being on mission as a multiplying movement. In the
FOR THE TIMES THEY ARE A CHANGIN’
short-term this means some retrofitting to
strengthen the church and prepare us for God’s big
future. This will involve creating cohesive
communities at each campus and campus specific
ministries. As part of our transition to campus
specific ministry, Gregg Baker and Jeremy Pue are
part of a new experiment - campus specific music
pastors.
Phil Wagler has joined our staff team as Senior
Associate Pastor. I am looking forward to his
leadership, gifts and passion for people
development and multiplication making a
difference. Jeremy Pue is leading a new ministry to
our young adults, called Ascent Ministries. They are
gathering weekly at the Rodeo Wired Monk ( Hwy 10
and 152 nd Street). “Grace Based Parenting” is a new
ministry spearheaded by Jeremy and Kathy Wilson –
to help parents with the greatest job of all – raising
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kids. Gregg Baker is heading up a new group – the
Creative Design Team - which brings artists and
creatives to craft our Sunday experiences. G.E.M.S.
kicks off as a brand new ministry to girls. Behind the
scenes, work, prayer and planning is happening in
preparation for the launch of a new men’s ministry.
Kevin Snyder has restructured our student ministries.
If you want to find out what is happening with Junior
High and Senior High, email Kevin at
kevin@gracepoint.ca. The Kindlings is a great spiritual
third place for pre-Christians and Christ followers to
connect and converse. The Kindlings is a place and
space for hospitable imaginative conversation about
ideas that matter in contemporary life has moved
to a new time and a new location!
(See www.thekindlings.ca)
Are you picking up a theme? God loves to do new
things amongst his people.
18 "Forget the former things;
do not dwell on the past.
19 See, I am doing a new thing!
Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?
I am making a way in the desert
and streams in the wasteland. ISAIAH 43:18-19
God wants us to enjoy the new wine of the kingdom
and to be open and receptive to him writing new
chapters in our life together. (See Mark 2:18-22) This
will mean fresh ministry initiatives, new programs and
new ideas and the recalibration of existing ministry.
It’s good to celebrate the new developments at
Gracepoint! Can I challenge you with something new?
With this new season of new staff, new stuff and new
ministries – can I encourage you to make a new
commitment? Can I challenge you to prioritize a new
gathering? We are launching a new gathering on the
last Wednesday of each month, called FUEL. It is a
wonderful opportunity for us to gather and pray. With
all this new stuff - new activities and ministries - we
need to make a fresh commitment to prayer. As we
step into this new season we need to step up our
commitment to prayer, as an expression of our
dependence the LORD. The words of Jesus are a
prophetic word for Gracepoint: “My Father’s house
shall be a house of prayer for the healing of the
nations”.
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Can I challenge you with something new?
Can I encourage you to make a new commitment?
In your home you have a little box that controls your
household climate. You can govern how cold or hot it is
by touching a button or two on this wee box. Your
thermostat sets the atmospherics in your home. We
can influence the spiritual atmospherics around us
through prayer! Jesus invites us to pray for the will of
God to happen and the kingdom to come and the
kingdom to advance. (see Luke 11:2)
“Mentor,
multiply and
move people to
follow Jesus
Christ for His
mission”
FOR THE TIMES THEY ARE A CHANGIN’
To move forward as a Missional
congregation we need the leadership
of the Holy Spirit. As we step into a
new season of ministry and a new
season at Gracepoint, we need to be
led by the Holy Spirit. To exercise
transformational ministry we need
the power and the energy of the Holy
Spirit to be upon us! For our new
initiatives to bear fruit for Jesus we
need the Holy Spirit to work through
us, in us and amongst us.
As we gear up for externally focussed ministry – we
need to be mindful that reaching the lost involves
preaching treason in the devil’s ranks and engaging in
spiritual warfare (Luke 10:3; 2 Cor. 4:4; Col 1:13-14).
Our resources are not enough for this wonderful task
(see Zech 4:6). We need to be God dependant. Let’s
take time to pray together!
The Psalmist declared:
“Unless the LORD builds the house,
its builders labour in vain.
Unless the LORD watches over the city,
the watchmen stand guard in vain. (Psalm 127:1)
“FUEL” will happen in Studio A at our Surrey South
campus. Join us for this new gathering. We will start
with dinner at 6:30pm and then as we clear away the
plates from a great meal we will turn our hearts to God
through music and guided prayer. There will also be the
opportunity to receive prayer. Come and enjoy the
opportunity to linger in prayer!! Come and be
refreshed. Our next FUEL gathering is on October 27th.
To reserve your spot for dinner please email the office
at maxine@gracepoint.ca.
May God bless you and
make you a blessing!
Yours warmly in Christ.
Bill Hogg ,
Lead Pastor
bill@gracepoint.ca

I
’m new here. I’m only beginning to learn my way
around the confusingly numbered avenues and
streets city planners dreamed up. It’s quite the
adventure. It’s fun. It’s disconcerting. It’s a
numerical cornucopia that can turn into a cranium-
crunching journey of vehicular sudoku.
As a result, my only hope in these opening days of
lower mainland living is to look around for landmarks
that help guide me. The beauty of such a necessary
exercise is that it causes me to look beyond signage to
the personality of this area we have embraced. It is an
area God has embraced. God loves Surrey, Langley,
White Rock and Delta and with fresh eyes I am
seeking to see what he sees.
Fresh eyes, however, only last so long. Over time the
brand-new becomes the same-old. I know that soon-
hopefully sooner than soon-I’ll know my way with
more familiarity and when that happens I’ll need
re-freshed eyes. I’ll need the grace to keep seeing
what God sees and not trust merely my own sight.
Re-freshed eyes perceive by faith, not sight.
RE-FRESHED RE FRESHED EYES
RE-FRESHED EYES
Jesus always seemed to enter the familiar with
re-freshed eyes. The people of Jericho knew Zacchaeus
all too well and didn’t like what they saw. Only Jesus
saw what the little man was really looking for as he
clung to a sycamore tree branch. Re-freshed eyes: seeing
the common, even the unwelcome, with the eyes of
heaven. Jesus saw what Zaccheaus was squinting for and
then entered into the very home of the white-collar
criminal to see what was cooking. The rest, as they say,
is redemptive history (Luke 19:1-10).
So, as a point of grace in this area, how re-freshed are
our eyes? Can we be a people who see what we always
see anew? The regular at the coffee shop. That kid on
the playground. The guy whose name you can never
remember. That mom you see walking a stroller whose
eyes always seem glazed over. The part of town you’d
rather not view - even in the rearview mirror. That
neighbourhood you only wish you could afford to live in.
Yeah, re-freshed eyes are a gift of grace that keeps a
people saved by grace pointing toward grace. If we’re
going to be part of God’s advancing Kingdom we need to
see well. We need to ask for re-freshed eyes. I’m
already praying for that as I begin to find my way
around. Will we pray and re-fresh together?
Phil Phil Wagler
Wagler
Senior Associate Pastor
phil@gracepoint.ca
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH
Bill and Morag Hogg’s home at 7:00pm
If you are interested in attending please RSVP to maxine@gracepoint.ca
Here at Gracepoint we love to meet new people all the time! We especially love it if those people have
questions about Gracepoint, questions about God and faith, questions about how to get connected,
questions about almost everything. Also, truth be told, we love any excuse to eat dessert! So, the
creative minds here thought why not put meeting new people at Gracepoint together with eating
dessert? Sounds like a great combo to us. If you are new here, or even if you have been attending for
awhile, please accept our warmest invitation to attend the next Newcomers’ Dessert .
NEWCOMERS’ DESSERT

GET A LIFE...group!
Yes, Gracepoint Life Groups are a great way to connect with others and
grow as a follower of Jesus. A variety of groups are up and going this fall and
we’d love to see many new ones begin. If you have questions or want to know
about getting plugged in, connect with Senior Associate Pastor Phil Wagler at
phil@gracepoint.ca and check out the website to see existing groups.
LIFE GROUPS
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Lessons Lessons from from Highway Highway Highway 99 99
99
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I have been on full time staff here
at Gracepoint for about three months
now and there are so many things that
I love about my new job. One of the
smaller blessings that I have been
enjoying is a much shorter commute
combined with the fun of being back in
a little red Honda Civic after all
these years (my first two cars were
Civics). For the past fourteen years
our family has managed very well with
one vehicle but the time has come for
me to get back in the driver’s seat
with some David Crowder Band playing
loudly in the background as I drive to
work each day (no offence Skytrain
but I do not miss you). During the
summer, the commute was gorgeous
every day—looking out over the
Pacific Ocean and soaking in some
fabulous views of Mount Baker. With
the arrival of Fall though, things
often look a little different on the
way to work.
Just last week, I was driving
along Highway 99 headed straight for
the bend near the Serpentine River.
The rain was coming
down really hard
and the skies were
incredibly dark,
heavy looking, and
gray. My poor
little windshield
wipers were having
a hard time
LESSONS FROM HIGHWAY 99
keeping up as they
continued to fling
large quantities of
water off either side
of the car. I was
travelling in the left
lane when I noticed
that I was coming up
pretty fast on a fullyloaded
18 wheeler in
the right lane. The big
rig was giving off an
enormous amount of
spray and as I quickly closed the
gap, my visibility went from poor to
almost nonexistent, so I eased my
foot off of the accelerator pedal to
regain some distance between my car
and the truck. As my visibility
improved with each incremental
drop in speed, something inside me
said, “go ahead and pass him.”
Clearly, this was not the safe or
prudent thing to do and I was
surprised at this nudge because I
am a guy who almost always errs on
the side of caution.
I was reminded of the scene in
the movie “Days of Thunder” when Tom
Cruise’s character, Cole Trickle,
gets back in a race car after a
particularly nasty accident which
permanently sidelined his arch
rival. In his first race back, Cole
has to drive blindly through the
smoke of another accident on the
track, trusting that the way is
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clear for him to pass by. Initially,
Cole resists and he takes his foot off
the accelerator, but his pit boss is
talking to him the entire time
encouraging him that he can make it
through safely if he just remains
high on the track. In a split second
decision, Cole puts his foot back on
the gas and shoots through into the
clear.
In that moment, I felt exactly the
same way in my little Honda,
initially taking my foot off the
accelerator and shifting down into
fourth gear. But that whisper in my
head said “go for it” and that’s
exactly what I did. I put my foot back
on the accelerator, dropped the
hammer (if you can do that in a
Civic), and passed the truck on the
high side in the middle of the curve.
The entire time (probably not more
than a few seconds) I was almost
completely blinded by the rain and
spray until I passed by the truck,
sailing toward my exit to King George
Boulevard. I certainly will not tell
you how fast I was going, but I was
definitely pushing the limits of my
poor little car.
I I I I felt felt felt felt like like like like God God God God was was was was using using using using this this this this
simple simple simple simple little little little little demonstration demonstration demonstration demonstration to to to to
teach teach teach teach me me me me yet yet yet yet again again again again that that that that I I I I can can can can trust trust trust trust
Him Him Him Him completely completely completely completely even even even even when when when when I I I I cannot cannot cannot cannot
see see see see beyond beyond beyond beyond the the the the curve. curve. curve. curve.
LESSONS FROM HIGHWAY 99
As I zipped past the truck and slid
over into the right lane, I noticed that
the skies directly ahead of me were wide
open and the morning sunlight streaming
through was so bright that I had to
squint. In the midst of this break in the
darkness, there were some of the most
gorgeous, bright white cumulous clouds I
have ever seen surrounded by a small patch
of beautiful cerulean blue sky. As I eased
into my exit lane from the highway, I felt
like God was using this simple little
demonstration to teach me yet again that I
can trust Him completely even when I
cannot see beyond the curve. You see, it
simply does not matter what lies beyond
the curve. We all know that it may not be
safety, bright blue skies, and happiness
that lie around every corner as we blast
through life, but we do know that God is
good and we can trust Him with every
single detail of our lives. So for now, I
will close with two great scriptures for
your consideration and daily meditation
and prayer:
Be Be Be Be still, still, still, still, and and and and know know know know that that that that I I I I am am am am God. God. God. God.
Psalm Psalm Psalm Psalm 46:10 46:10 46:10 46:10
Trust Trust Trust Trust in in in in the the the the LORD LORD LORD LORD with with with with all all all all your your your your heart heart heart heart
and and and and lean lean lean lean not not not not on on on on your your your your own own own own understanding;
understanding;
understanding;
understanding;
in in in in all all all all your your your your ways ways ways ways submit submit submit submit to to to to him, him, him, him, and and and and he he he he will will will will
make make make make your your your your paths paths paths paths straight.
straight.
straight.
straight.
Proverbs Proverbs Proverbs Proverbs 3:5----6 3:5 3:5 3:5 6 6 6 (TNIV)
(TNIV)
Blessings on you for the journey ahead!
Gregg Gregg Gregg Baker
Baker
Creative Programming Director
Music Pastor (Bell Campus)
gregg@gracepoint.ca
Ex. 214
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Calling all Tech Heads who like to
play with electronic toys
Here at Gracepoint, we have a longstanding tradition of excellence in Audio, Video, Lighting, and
Multimedia presentation. Currently, we have a great small team of dedicated technicians led by our
Pastor of Technical Arts, Randy Plett, and we are looking forward to expanding this team to include
many more talented, technically gifted people out there who would deeply enjoy being a part of this
ministry. Randy and his crew are constantly called upon to make things happen at a moment’s notice
so that those who attend our weekend services and special events at Gracepoint would rarely suspect
that things are not going exactly as planned well in advance. Some might call it learning to fly by the
seat of your pants, others might call it crazy, and still others might be
excited and invigorated by just such an environment.
So, if you love to play with technical toys, if you feel that you are gifted
or just incredibly inspired to learn more about audio engineering,
recording, video production (shooting and editing), and/or photography,
then we would love to hear from you! We are always looking to add to
our team of creative, God honouring technicians.
If you would like to find out more, just send an email to randy@gracepoint.ca or
gregg@gracepoint.ca or just stop in for a chat with us at the sound booth after the services at the
Surrey South or Bell Campuses.
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GRACEPOINT WORSHIP ARTS
Pastor Randy in his element
Peter “The Director” Hogg

Worship – Why is it important?
A
ll throughout scripture we see examples of praise being given to God through words, song, and
actions. The book of Psalms is a collection of poetry, songs, and prayers giving glory to God written by
multiple authors. In Isaiah 6 and throughout the book of Revelation we have imagery of angels and
creatures singing their praise to God in his presence – these were visions that had been received. 1 Peter 3:15
says “…But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks
you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” This suggests that if people are asking you for the hope you
There is power in carefully
crafted words put to a
melody. Anyone would agree
with this whether they come
from a background of faith
or not. If music can play such
a profound role in our lives,
wouldn’t it make sense to
sing praises to God as part of
our worship?
have, you must be acting in a way that requires them to ask the question of you. What
does the bible say about worship? Why is worship important? Let’s jump into it.
Music has the ability to affect us all. In one way or another, I’m sure each one of us has
been impacted by a song at some point in our life. Music has the ability to take us back to
an experience earlier in life with a simple guitar riff, it has the ability to bring us to tears
or put a smile on our face, and someone we’ve never met can connect with us on a
personal level by singing something that resonates within us. There is power in carefully
crafted words put to a melody. Anyone would agree with this whether they come from a
WORSHIP
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background of faith or not. If music can play such a profound role in our lives, wouldn’t it make sense to
sing praises to God as part of our worship? If music is a gift that He has placed in the hands of mankind,
isn’t it appropriate for us to give that back to the only One who is worthy?
Now, not to go cliché on you… but worship isn’t only about music. We’re called as Christians to live a life
that gives glory to God in all that we do. We are to strive to live as Jesus lived. We are to give praise to Jesus
in more ways than just song. This requires some action, yes? It’s so easy for us to fall into the pattern of
what’s “normal” in our day and age. I include myself when I say that the easy thing
to do in life would be to live just like everybody else. When I get tired, I default to
the easy road. When I’m frustrated, I default to the easy road. When things are
starting to get hard, I default to the easy road – which is living just like everybody
else. 1 Peter 3:15 says “…But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be
prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the
hope that you have.” I have heard many people use this passage in a way that says, “Always be ready to talk
about your faith if someone asks you about it”. I don’t disagree with this—we should be well equipped
when conversing with people. Spending a lot of time in the Word will help immeasurably with this. Also,
encouraging one another in our spiritual journeys will help with this. However, I think that the phrase “to
everyone who asks” is key in this passage. If someone is asking you for the reason for the hope you have, it
is implied that you are acting in a way that sets you apart from others. When you live to glorify God in all
you do, people will notice a difference in you and may even ask about it. Is this a form of giving praise to
God? I think so. Is it a form of worship? Again, I’d have to say yes.
So we understand that worship is not about rhymes written to melodies alone, but also a way of living.
Strive to give glory to God in everything you do! Also, if music is something that can impact our lives so
deeply, then it makes perfect sense to sing praises to God when we gather together as a form of worship.
Looking at multiple scripture passages I’ve come up with 4 reasons that we should worship God with our
lives, voices, and everything we are:
1. He is worthy
Deuteronomy 10:21-21 (NLT)
“You must fear the Lord your God and worship him and cling to him. Your oaths must be in his name
alone.
He alone is your God, the only one who is worthy of your praise, the one who has done these mighty
miracles
that you have seen with you own eyes”.
1 Chronicles 16:25 (NIV)
“For great is the Lord and most worthy of our praise;”
God created the heavens and the earth, knows us by name, and loves us enough that he sent his one and
only Son to die for all of our sins. The punishment for sin used to be death – but Jesus paid that price for us.
We can live freely because of His grace, He has saved us. He brought us up out the darkness and shined His
light on us so that He can shine through us. He is worthy of our praise. He is worthy of more than we are
able to give. He is worthy of our worship.
WORSHIP
If someone is asking you for
the reason for the hope you
have, it is implied that you
are acting in a way that sets
you apart from others.

2. We’re commanded
Deuteronomy 13:4 (NIV)
“It is the Lord your God you must follow and him you must revere. Keep his commands
and obey him;
serve him and hold fast to him.”
1 Peter 2:9 (NIV)
“But you are a chosen people, a royal priest-hood, a holy nation, a people belonging to
God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his
wonderful light.”
We are called to live lives that bring glory to God in all we do, and we are commanded to
praise the One who called us out of the darkness and into the light. A typical response to
this is, “Why does He command praise from us? He loves hearing His name sung to
Himself?” – But scripture gives us two practical reasons that this is commanded of us
besides that the fact that He is most worthy of our praise.
3. Worship blesses us
Psalm 112:1 (NIV)
“Praise the Lord. Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who finds great delight in his
commands”
Psalm 128:1-4 (NIV)
“Blessed are all who fear the Lord, who walk in his ways. You will eat the fruit of your
labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours. Your wife will be like a fruitful vine within
your house; your sons will be like olive shoots around your table. Thus is the man blesses
who fears the Lord.”
Deuteronomy 6:24 (NIV)
“The Lord commanded us to obey all these decrees and to fear the Lord our God, so that
we might prosper and be kept alive, as is the case today.”
God commands us to worship and praise Him not only because He’s worthy, but because
He will bless us for living our lives in a way that is honoring to Him. He finds joy and favor in
those who take delight in His commands. When we gather and worship in His name on
Sundays, He can move in people’s hearts and work in them as a result of the worship. He
longs for a relationship and a connection with us on a personal level, and worshipping Him
is one way that we can connect with Him. In the same way, when we gather together and
worship God as a community it can be encouraging to those around us.
WORSHIP
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4. Worship encourages others
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Colossians 3:16 (NLT)
“Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives. Teach and counsel each other with all the
wisdom he gives. Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.”
Hebrews 10:24-25 (NIV)
“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up
meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another and all the more as
you see the Day approaching.”
When we gather together and worship we are putting ourselves in a position where we are able to
encourage one another and spur each other on in our spiritual journeys. This could be another practical
reason for the command to worship God aside from the fact that He is worthy of our praise – that when we
gather and bring praise to His name, we place ourselves in a position to be encouraged and to encourage
others.
A
s you go out this week, I challenge you to strive to live a life that sets you apart from others.
Don’t take the easy road; glorify God in all that you do. Sin can sometimes hold us back from
taking that step of living our lives as an act of worship to God. If you have something that is
weighing you down and holding you back, give it to God today. Repent. Ask for forgiveness. If you’re
struggling with something, seek out the counsel of a trusted friend – someone that can hold you
accountable and help you. There is something freeing about laying your troubles down before someone
who will handle the situation with love and grace. We can live free because Jesus died for our sins, take joy
in that. And you don’t have to go through this alone. He will be with you every step of the way and he is for
you – not against. He wants to see you succeed. Take a step this week.
Jeremy Pue
Music Pastor (Surrey South Campus)
Young Adult Pastor
jeremy@gracepoint.ca
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WORSHIP

CHILDREN’S ADMINISTRATOR
Loree Mitton
loree@gracepoint.ca
Ex 203
OUR KIDS UNLIMITED STAFF
Your kids mean the world to you. We get that – and that's why we provide a safe,
fun atmosphere where kids can discover God's truth, where the Bible is relevant,
applicable and taught creatively by leaders who care deeply about your kids'
spiritual growth. We believe there's no limit to what God can do when kids get
involved in a Jesus-centered program like Kids Unlimited.
LEAD CHILDREN’S PASTOR
Beth McGill
beth@gracepoint.ca
Ex 206
SMALL GROUP COORDINATOR
Naomi Hogg
naomi@gracepoint.ca
ext.212
KIDS UNLIMTED STAFF
ELEMENTARY DIRECTOR
EARLY CHILDHOOD PASTOR
Michelle Rakotonaivo
michelle@gracepoint.ca
Ex 207
Carrie Craddock
carrie@gracepoint.ca
Ex 210
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E ARLY CHILDHOOD (0-k)
NURSERY (0-23 Months) is provided for babies & toddlers up to 2 years old.
Children will be promoted automatically each month from Nursery to the Tadpool class when they turn 2 years old.
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OCTOBER CURRICULUM
KID’S UNLIMITED

OCTOBER CURRICULUM
TADPOOL-KERMIT (2-5 year olds)
DiscipleLand Old Testament Series: GOD MADE US
During the month of October, your children (ages 2-5) will continue to experience God's excitement as He created
everything in the universe! Your kids will exalt the Lord for making such a delightful place to live and discover ways God
made each person unique.
Bible content: Genesis 1—13
Quarter Memory Verse: Genesis 1:1 “God created heaven and earth.”
Dear Parents,
Welcome to DiscipleLand! We are thrilled that your child is a part of this exciting adventure
of discovering God. We will learn together how God made us through songs, Bible stories,
Bible verses, learning activities, present-day stories, and prayer. Your child will be
encouraged to apply Biblical truths in practical ways.
Each week your child will receive prayerfully designed, full-colour pages that focus on the
Bible story, develop thinking skills, and provide personal application for the Bible truths. In
addition, a section called “Parent Partners” provides opportunities to ask questions about
the lesson, learn the memory verse together, and participate in suggested activities at home
with your child.
DiscipleLand Preschool is a child-centered, application-based study that guides children to
discover a friendship with Jesus and introduces them to God’s wonderful character and His
plans. The activities are specifically designed for both older and younger preschoolers. If
you are interested in helping our Kids Unlimited Tadpool classes with some of the hands-on
activities, please let me know.
Thank you for the privilege of teaching God’s Word to your child. We pray that the
principles we learn together will help launch your child into the lifelong adventure of walking
with God and becoming Jesus’ disciple!
Treasuring your prayers,
Michelle Rakotonaivo
Early Childhood Pastor
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ELEMENTARY (gr.1-5)
FROGSQUAD (Gr.1-3)/LEAPZONE (Gr. 4-5)
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Elevate will take your children on an imaginative journey of Biblical
learning. Your children will learn how to apply Bible concepts and
stories to their everyday lives.
OVERVIEW FOR THE FALL: TO THE DEPTHS!
OCTOBER 3
OCTOBER 17
“Welcome aboard the Steadfast, a deep-sea rescue submarine. Join Captain Sandbar and his
loyal first mate, Major Reefrash as they journey to the deepest parts of the ocean. Their
mission: to rescue a stranded garbage submarine, the Scumscrubber.
Join the mission and see how God wants us to live by studying passages from the Bible.”
KID’S UNLIMITED

OCTOBER 24
OCTOBER 31
OVERVIEW FOR THE FALL: TO THE DEPTHS! CON’T
NOTE: There is no Family Devotional for OCT 10th due to a special Thanksgiving lesson
KID’S UNLIMITED
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NEW: NEW:
NEW: NEW:
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Midweek Midweek Midweek Kids Kids Kids Programs
Programs Programs
Programs
Beginning Beginning Beginning Beginning Beginning Beginning this this this fall
fall
fall
(Gr.1 (Gr.1-5) (Gr.1 5)
Mondays @ 6:30-7:45pm, Surrey South Campus
Start Date: OCT 4TH
The purpose of Girls Everywhere Meeting the Saviour Club is to bring girls into a
living, dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ.
Leaders: Theresa Wiebe & Janet Loewen.
To pre-register, contact Janet @ jamesandjanet@telus.net or 604-536-7668
Gracepoint Children’s Choir
(K (K-Gr.5) (K
Gr.5)
Thursdays @ 6:30-7:30pm, Surrey South Campus
Start Date: Thursday, Oct 7th
The GCC leads worship at Gracepoint Sunday services and approximately
5x’s a yr through singing and actions. Practices run during 2 semesters:
October – December & January – April.
Contact Deb Mitchell @ 604-541-5411 or debmitchell@shaw.ca
(GR.1 (GR.1-6) (GR.1 (GR.1 6)
Mondays @ 6:30-7:45pm, Surrey South Campus
Tree Climbers (Gr.1-2): Dads (or significant male figures) participate
with their sons and the leaders. They enjoy games, a simple learning
activity and hear a story with a Biblical emphasis.
Stockade (Gr.3-6): Leaders and boys participate in games, stories, projects and earn
merit badges to learn more about God’s plan for their lives.
Contact Candice Tews for more info @ 604-542-9473 or ctews@telus.net
KID’S UNLIMITED

MARK YOUR CALENDAR
KU CALENDAR
Thurs, Oct.7 Gracepoint Children’s Choir begins @ 6:30pm, Surrey South Campus
Mon, Oct.4, 11,18,25: Girls Club begins @ 6:30pm, Surrey South Campus
Boys Club @ 6:30pm, Surrey South Campus
Thurs, Oct.7, 14, 21, 28: Gracepoint Children’s Choir begins @ 6:30pm, Surrey South Campus
Grace Based Parenting seminars @ 6:30pm, Surrey South Campus
Sun, Oct.12 Thanksgiving
Sun, Oct.24 Operation Christmas Child begins. Gift boxes due back to the church on Sun, Nov.14.
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Recommended Resources to Inspire & Equip Families:
PARENT LINK MONTHLY NEWSLETTER: Children’s Edition
Practical ideas for nurturing children’s faith
Guard Children From False Beliefs
This month's topic is protecting kids from falsehood, something that's especially relevant as Halloween approaches.
Parents can take a stand for God's truth-and help their children learn to do the same. The newsletter
offers tips to safeguard impressionable children and to assure them that God always loves and protects them.
Highlights of this month's issue include:
• Ways to use Halloween (whether or not you participate in it) to explore God's truth.
• Insights about protecting children from false beliefs and cults.
• Discussion questions to help you talk about children's fears and beliefs.
• Family activities that show where we can find real truth.
Information and discussion questions about the new movie Flipped and the new album from country-pop singer
Taylor Swift.
With The Parent Link, you always get practical ideas for nurturing children's faith.
Thanks for your dedication to children and families!
Stephanie Martin
Editor, The Parent Link
OCTOBER 2010
KID’S UNLIMITED
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P rotect Kids From False Beliefs
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Otober
Many parents worry about shielding their children from dangerous non-Christian
influences. This is especially true at Halloween, which has become a $6 billion
holiday. Because of the costumes and candy, most children adore Halloween. But
parents face a dilemma: How much should children participate in a holiday that
focuses on scary images often glamorizing death and the
occult?
Avoiding Halloween entirely is one option. Another is
providing Christian alternatives such as harvest events.
Parents can also provide children with a faith-based
understanding of Halloween. You can use the holiday to
discover the differences between God’s truth and false
beliefs. Here are ways to start:
Explore children’s fears regarding death. Kids often ask
tough questions that make adults uncomfortable. When
topics such as death and the devil arise, let your home be a
safe place where children can express their fears. Then turn to the Bible for answers.
Share with children the history of Halloween. The holiday first marked the eve
of All Hallows or All Saints’ Day, when Christians remember saints who’ve died. Talk
about special family members or friends who are now in heaven with Jesus. Also
share that all who believe in Jesus are called to be saints, or holy people (see Romans
1:7).
Put on the “armor of God” as protection against evil. Read aloud Ephesians
6:10-20 and discuss how God keeps us safe. Let children dress up in this armor; for
example, wear the belt of truth to recognize Satan’s lies and resist his temptations
Trick or Truth?
•According to a recent Gallup Poll, one in 10 Americans objects to celebrating
Halloween because of religious beliefs. In a poll at about.com, 40% of respondents
said Halloween activities are harmless and fun.
•At edutopia.org, 52% of poll respondents said public schools should celebrate
Halloween and that children whose parents object should be excused from the
festivities. Another 41% said an alternative seasonal festival should include everyone.
KID’S UNLIMITED
ASK GOD:
1. To help you teach and remind
children of God’s truths.
2. To protect your children from evil
forces and activities.
3. To help your children learn to resist
Satan’s temptations.
PARENTING INSIGHTS
Start now to safeguard children against
being misled by the false teachings of
cults.
• Love and accept children
unconditionally. Show them that
church is the place to find God’s
love and acceptance.
• Teach children to think critically.
They must know what they believe
and why.
• Expect and encourage kids to
question their faith. Doubts help
spur faith growth.
• Teach kids to understand the Bible.
Always look at the context of verses.
• Talk to children about false
religions. Otherwise, they’ll be
unprepared to evaluate and respond
to cults when they’re out on their
own.
• Pray and trust the Holy Spirit. God
promises to keep his children safe in
his truth.

OpenThe OpenTheBook
Book
“Jesus told him, ‘I am the way, the
truth, and the life. No one can come
to the Father except through me.”
John 14:6
Jesus, our Savior, is the only source of
truth and the only way to eternal life.
T EACHABLE
MOMENTS
1. Bible Villains—Put a Biblical spin
on children’s interest in “bad guys”
by learning more about Bible-time
villains such as Pharaoh, Goliath,
Bathsheba, Delilah, Haman, Pilate,
and Judas. Discuss these people’s
actions and how we can avoid
being like them.
2. Reverse Trick or Treat—
Surprise neighbors with an
unexpected act of kindness. Bake
some goodies and deliver them by
ringing doorbells and saying,
“Reverse trick or treat!” As you
walk from home to home, talk
about Biblical truths such as the
Golden Rule—and why God tells us
to love our neighbors.
3. Let It Shine—Make some
luminarias by decorating brown
paper sacks and filling them each
with sand and a votive candle. Line
them along your sidewalk to light a
path to faith in Christ at
Halloween. Read aloud Isaiah 9:2
and share ways you can help
others see the light of Jesus all
year long.
KID’S UNLIMITED
“So commit yourselves wholeheartedly to
these words of mine. Tie them to your hands
and wear them on your forehead as
reminders. Teach them to your children. Talk
about them when you are at home and when
you are ON THE ROAD, when you are going to
bed and when you are getting up.”
Deuteronomy 11:18-19, NLT
Talk about children’s fears and beliefs by using these conversation
-starting starting questions:
1. What kinds of things frighten you the most, and why? Why do you think
Jesus tells us to not be afraid (see John 6:20)?
2. What makes you feel better when you’re scared? How do you comfort other
people when they’re facing fears?
3. How can you tell when other people are telling the truth?
4. Why does Jesus want us to live according to his truth found in the Bible?
How can we make sure we do that?
FAMILY EXPERIENCE: EXPERIENCE Nothing But the Truth
Use these activities to discover where we can find real truth. The first works
well with younger children, and the second works well with older children.
• Pumpkin Matchup—Remove the seeds and pulp from two pumpkins.
Carve them together, reserving large pieces from your designs. Place
all the pieces on a tray in the center of the room. Place the carved
pumpkins at opposite ends of the room. Then form two teams and
have teams each stand by a pumpkin. Say: “Let’s complete our
pumpkins. Race to match your team’s pieces to your pumpkin. If a
piece doesn’t fit, return it to the pile. Afterward, say: “It isn’t always
easy to find the right match for things.” Read 1 John 2:5. Say: “Jesus
wants us to do things that match up with the Bible. Following Jesus
makes us complete.”
• Searching for the Truth—Fill a
large tub with ice cubes and 20 or
30 clear marbles. Have family
members try to pick up the
marbles with their bare toes. Ask:
“How easy or difficult was this
task? How were the marbles
different from or similar to the
ice? How is distinguishing between marbles and ice cubes with your
toes like or unlike deciding what’s true and what isn’t?” Say: “What’s
false often looks or feels like truth. Just as our feet got cold and numb
from the ice while we were looking for the marbles, sometimes false
things can make us numb to the truth. The best way to know truth is
to pick up and hold on to God’s Word.” Read aloud Psalm 119:105
and discuss ways that God’s Word lights our path and warms our
hearts. Then enjoy a warm snack.
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This page is designed to help educate parents and isn’t meant to endorse any movie, music, or product.
Our prayer is that you’ll make informed decisions about what your children watch, listen to, and wear.
W HAT’S PLAYING AT THE MOVIES
Movie: Flipped (now in theaters)
Genre: Comedy, drama, romance
Rating: PG (for some language and thematic material)
Cast: Madeline Carroll, Callan McAuliffe, Anthony Edwards, Rebecca De
Mornay
Synopsis: This coming-of-age movie, based on a young-adult novel
about first love, takes Juli and Bryce from second grade to junior high.
These neighbors and classmates discover who they are—as individuals
and as a pair.
Discussion Questions: At what age can someone truly fall in love? How can you tell
whether your feelings are just a crush or something more? Read aloud 1 Corinthians
13:4-7. What can our first relationships teach us about true love? For you, what are the
most challenging parts of love, as God intends for it to be?
W HAT MUSIC IS RELEASING
Artist: Taylor Swift
Album: Speak Now
Artist Info: Country-pop sensation Swift, 20, started writing songs
in school to deal with the pain of not fitting in. When other kids
gave her grief, she wrote songs about them.
Summary: For her third album, Swift wrote all the songs herself.
She says the first single, “Mine,” is about her tendency to run from
love. “Innocent” is about forgiving rapper Kanye West for interrupting her awards-show
speech last year. It includes the line, “Today is never too late to be brand new.”
Discussion Questions: What does it feel like to hold a grudge? How willing are you to
forgive people who hurt you? Read aloud 2 Corinthians 5:17. In what ways are you a new
creation? How can you let other people know that God has made them brand new, too?
W
Title Content
Rating
& Platform
Ivy the Kiwi?
Young Ivy goes on a journey to find her mom. Players
maneuver Ivy via vines through storybook-like illustrations.
This release, one of the first to use the new PlayStation
E; DS, Wii
Start the Party!
Move, contains nine fast-paced mini-games.
Contains comic mischief and mild cartoon violence.
Players found cities, fight wars, and build wonders
E; PS3
Civilization RATINGS: V EC=Early of Childhood, the world E=Everyone in this history-based (ages 6+), strategy E10+ (ages game. 10+), T=Teen (ages E10+; 13+) PC
Contains mild violence.
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HAT GAMES ARE OUT
RATINGS: EC=Early Childhood, E=Everyone (ages 6+), E10+ (ages 10+), T=Teen (ages 13+)
KID’S UNLIMITED
CULTURE & TRENDS
What’s happening right now that
may affect your children and family:
• Some schools are banning Silly
Bandz, the rubber bracelets and
rings popular with children
across the country, because
they’re a distraction and kids
are flinging them at one
another.
• To give their children an
advantage in school, more
parents are now “redshirting”
their kindergartners, holding
them back a year—especially if
their birthdays are near
registration cutoff dates.
(livescience.com)
______________
QUICK STATS
• 69% of preteens say talks with
their parents are very helpful
for dealing with pressures and
challenges.
(parenting.com)

KU PARENTS
We need volunteer help for children’s ministry in the fall. Please go to our KU Info Table for our service opportunities
sign-up form and more info or contact beth@gracepoint.ca.
KU REGISTRATION (for kids 0-gr.5)
Parents, if you haven’t already completed a 2010-11 KU Registration form for your children, please visit the KU Info
table for a copy so that we can update our records for the fall.
PARENTS:
These are the leaders/teachers we still need for Fall on Sundays:
At the 9am service, Surrey South
At the 11:15am service, Surrey South
� 2 leaders/shepherds (Grade 1&5)
� 1 shepherd (Grade 4/5)
� 4 large Group teachers (Grade 1-5- for all services) � 2 leaders (2-5yr. olds)
� 1 class teacher (2/3yr. olds)
� 4 nursery caregivers
� 2 nursery caregivers
*Also we need lots of helpers in various areas.
At the 10:30am service, Bell Centre
� 4 leaders (Grade 1/2, 3, 4/5)
KU VOLUNTEER FALL
TRAINING
BREAKFAST
Thank you to all our wonderful
KU volunteer crew who attended
the KU fall training breakfast
on Sat, Sept.11.
It’s a joy partnering with you in
Children’s Ministry at Gracepoint.
KID’S UNLIMITED
Please consider getting involved as volunteers for
Sunday mornings in Kids Unlimited. Please drop by
the KU Info Table in the lobby to sign-up or talk to a
KU staff or contact Beth McGill: beth@gracepoint.ca
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KID’S UNLIMITED

Operation Christmas Child is a project of
Samaritan’s Purse, a non-denominational Christian
relief and development organization. The donations
go to children who are often living in conditions
affected by war, poverty and natural disaster.
For more info, check out www.samaritanspurse.ca
or call 1-800-303-1269
L
ast year over 300 shoeboxes full of gifts were donated by Gracepoint families. We encourage
you to invite your friends and families to get involved in this rewarding and life-changing
project again this season. It’s an opportunity to reach out and share tangible expressions of
God’s love with children all around the globe .
OCC boxes & flyers will be available in the lobby beginning SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24TH
Donations due back to the church by SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH
SERVICE OPPORTUNITY
If you and or your family are available after the deadline (Sun, Nov.14), and would like to help by
delivering the gift-filled shoe-boxes to the local collection centre for packing & sorting, please
contact Beth McGill: beth@gracepoint.ca
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
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“My passion in youth
ministry is to "love one
student at a time" as my
team of leaders and I
seek to develop relevant
and passionate
followers of Jesus.”
STUDENT MINISTRIES PASTOR
KEVIN SNYDER
kevin@gracepoint.ca
A bible
study time for Grades 6-12
On the first Sunday of the month, students
are asked to remain in the service.
Surrey Surrey South South South Campus Campus—the Campus Campus the Youth Room Room
The The Campus Campus—Room Campus Campus Room B115
STUDENT MINISTRIES
October October Focus
Focus
10, 10, 17, 17, 24, 24, 31
31

SR. HIGH
SR. HIGH YOUTH
GRADES 9-12
Tuesdays 7-9pm
Surrey South Campus
SR HIGH RETREAT (GR 9-12) AT CHARIS CAMP
Meet at the Surrey South Campus
Check in at 5:30 on OCT 29TH
Pick up at 2:30pm on OCT 31ST
Cost $135 by Oct 5th or ($145 after)
Pick up a registration form from Kevin
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JR. HIGH YOUTH GRADES 6-8
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Where FAITH and FUN collide and...
ALARMING things happen!
Thursdays
7 – 8:30pm
3487 King George Blvd
Surrey South Campus
THE ALARM
Lock-in/All-nighter
at the Surrey South Campus
FRI, OCT 22ND – SAT, OCT 23RD
7:30pm – 7:30am
Cost and Details to come.
Check out on-line or
get a brochure to register!
JR. HIGH

Ascent Ministries is aimed at Young Adults in our community.
We meet at Wired Monk Rodeo (152 nd Street & Highway 10)
on Wednesday evenings at 7pm!
Come and enjoy some coffee, fellowship, and time in the word together.
H ere’s a quick update on what’s
been happening at Ascent:
� This fall we have over 25 people attending
each gathering for our services “ Illustrated
Bible Stories.. . For young adults.
� The Ascent mailing list grew to a whopping 60
young adults in the first two weeks – 51 of
these people signed up on their own, and the
rest were email addresses passed along to me
by parents.
� 116 people started following the ‘Ascent
Ministries’ page on facebook, most of whom
have also connected with me personally via
social networking (twitter/facebook). It has
proven to be a key tool in getting the news
out about Ascent!
� People are feeling very comfortable at the
Wired Monk. This has been expressed to me
a few times by people attending.
� Our community of young adults is continuing
to grow. Everyone is receptive to teaching
and they are spending time growing and
praying together, regularly.
� Having musicians come in and play at the end
of the night has been an incredible ‘third
thing’ to encourage people to stick around
and hang out. Most people are staying
around for an hour after we’ve officially
ended to spend time in community with each
other.
ASCENT
And here are two testimonies from
this summer:
One young man says that he “loves the vibe
and feel of the Ascent meetings at Wired
Monk, and although he is a non-Christian
(but curious) is loving learning more about
Jesus.”
One young woman posted this on the Ascent
page wall after this last week: “I felt a rush of
excitement when I left tonight. I didn’t realize
how much I missed being in a group like this.
It was great meeting some new people and I
can’t wait to dive into this journey together.”
In short – young adults are feeling
comfortable spending time in fellowship
with one another, and are showing a
keen interest in learning more about
Jesus and growing as a community
through encouragement and
accountability.
It is so evident that God is preparing the
way for some amazing work to be done
in all of our hearts at Ascent this year.
Please pray that people will continue to
seek God and grow closer with one
another through Him. Pray for a
movement.
I’ll see you all at the
next Ascent gathering!
Blessings on you,
Jeremy Pue
Young Adults Pastor
Music Pastor (Surrey South Campus)
jeremy@gracepoint.ca
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Marie Isaac 572-0236 cater4umi@yahoo.ca
Adrienne Alkema 536-8433 kalkema@gmail.com
Judy Sojka 590-2205 jsojka@telus.net
Rob and Kandy Yakemchuk 538-9731 yaksinstride@yahoo.ca
Dane and Trish Jones 585-6803 trish_andrews@hotmail.com
Lorraine Schroeder 541-2589 clschroeder@shaw.ca
Fred & Pat Wiens 533-1496 efwiens@pacificcoast.net
John & Dorothy Howat 538-0411 john@howat.org
Dorothea Bergen 538-5684 endorphins_@hotmail.com
Helen Jackson 532-3110 helenjackson@shaw.ca
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Community Dinner
FOOD! FOOD! FOOD! FOOD! GLORIOUS GLORIOUS FOOD!!!!
FOOD!!!!
H istorically, this page has been primarily
dedicated to sharing a recipe, a Sunday
Night Community Dinner schedule, and the
occasional comments about the dinner
program. Well, we food lovers want to up the
ante on this reserved space and focus on more
‘food’ events within the church.
Food plays a very important role in our lives,
especially since it is one of the basic necessities
for sustaining life. Besides feeding our physical
bodies though, what happens around the food
table also nourishes our souls. Within the
scriptures, we find many examples where food
was part of the circumstances and events
recorded there. As early as Adam and Eve, we
have the eating of the forbidden fruit, and then
there was the time when an angel visited
Abraham and prepared a feast for the father of
Israel. There are also the examples of the fatted
calf prepared for the prodigal son, Jesus eating
with his disciples, and Jesus feeding the five
thousand—just to name a few!
Within Gracepoint, we have hosted the Alpha
program where we invited friends and
neighbours to a non-threatening environment
that began each week with a meal shared
around the table. As one who prepared the
TEAM LEADERS AND CONTACT INFO
COMMUNITY DINNER
food, it was very interesting to watch as
people came and ate together before
hearing the word of God. Shy and reluctant
to interact at first, many of the invited guests
soon blossomed around the table. That
fellowship drew them back until the spiritual
component ‘kicked’ in. Lasting friendships
were built and all of this began with simply
eating together.
This season, Gracepoint is beginning a new
Wednesday night prayer/worship time called
“FUEL” on the last Wednesday of every
month. The evening will begin with a dinner
at 6:30 pm. I would encourage you to carve
out time in your schedule to participate. The
shared meal time will be a great opportunity
for you to get to know new friends, and
develop the relationships you have. Who
knows what miracles we may witness or
what new ministries might be birthed as a
result of this monthly gathering—and it all
starts with a simple meal around a table.
Oct 3 Marie Isaac
10 Adrienne Alkema
17 Judy Sojka
24 Rob and Kandy Yakemchuk
31 Dane and Trish Jones
Nov 7 Lorraine Schroeder
14 Fred and Pat Wiens
21 John and Dorothy Howat
28 Dorothea Bergen
Dec 5 Helen Jackson
12 Marie Isaac
19 Adrienne Alkema
26 Judy Sojka

MONDAY, MONDAY, OCTOBER OCTOBER 25TH
25TH
The conundrum of connectedness in the digital age.
NEW LOCATION AND TIME:
The Delta Lion Pub (11186 84th Ave, Delta)
Starting at 6:30PM Register to attend the event and enjoy an evening of dinner and
discussion. Email register@thekindlings.ca to reserve your place.
As always, the show will be available on the web just days after recording.
If you cannot join us live, please check it out on the web at www.thekindlings.ca
Connection Point Recommended Reading List
Oprah has her book club, Chapters has “Heather’s Picks,” we thought it would be good to ask staff, ministry
leaders, and members of the church at large to share with us their top picks for life-giving, transformational,
and inspiring literature. This month, we are featuring “Lisa’s Top Five”:
Cold Tangerines – Shauna Niequist
The 5 Love Languages – Gary Chapman
Needless Casualties of War – John Paul Jackson
The Anointing – RT Kendall
Death by Meeting – Patrick Lencioni
I f you have a top 5 you would like to share with us, please email Maxine@gracepoint.ca
THE KINDLINGS MUSE/RECOMMENDED READING LISTS
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Christmas in November
Christmas will be in the air
Bring your girlfriends to a festive night of fun
The Gift of
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Monday and Tuesday,
November 15 & 16
Tickets available SOON!
Host a table for $35 and invite 7 of your friends
CHRISTMAS IN NOVEMBER
Christmas

MEET THE PASTORS - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3RD
7:00pm at the Surrey South Campus
MINI LEADERSHIP SUMMIT - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23RD
8:30am-12:00pm at the Surrey South Campus. Cost $5: includes coffee, tea, snacks and worksheets.
Please register online at www.gracepoint.ca
"FALL BACK" - clocks go back - NOVEMBER 7TH
EVANGELISM WORKSHOP - SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH
9:00-12:30pm at the Surrey South Campus
G610 OFFFERING - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH
The apostle Paul exhorts us, “Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who
belong to the family of believers.”
(Galatians 6:10). We have an opportunity to encourage and assist people in need, in a concrete way. We have created
a fund to help those in real need with real cash. On November 14th, we will receive a second offering at the end of the
service dedicated to assisting people facing financial challenges. We will be doing this four times a year. May God bless
you as you express the love of God in this way.
WALK THROUGH THE BIBLE (Old Testament) - SATURDAY, JANURARY 8TH
A Family Event (ages 8-88)
Meet the bible characters up close and personal. Trace major geographical movements on a giant map. Rekindle a
desire to read the Bible and pray daily.
Additional fees and details TBA
WEEKLY/MONTHLY
MEN’ S FLOOR HOCKEY
WEDNESDAYS 7:30-9:30 at the Surrey South Campus.
16 Years old and up. For more info contact Rob Veer at robveer@dccnet.com
WEEKLY PRAYER MEETINGS
WEDNESDAYS 7:30pm at the Surrey South Campus
in the Fireside Room
MONTHLY PRAYER GATHERING
Join us for a new gathering... Dinner ($10) at 6:30pm on the last Wed of each month at the Surrey South Campus. Put
it in your calendar and make it a monthly priority. As we follow Jesus in the adventure of prayer we will meet for
supper, worship through music and focused prayer as well as the opportunity to receive prayer. Come join the
pastoral team as we linger in prayer!! To reserve your spot at dinner please email maxine@gracepoint.ca.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Mbejft!Cppl!Dmvc!!!
Mbejft!Cppl!Dmvc!!
Hey Gracepoint Gals!
Do you love to read?
Do you enjoy connecting with
others over coffee & a good book?
Then . . . the Gracepoint Bookclub just
might be for YOU!
This is not a college english course - there
are no essays to write or tests to take.
Just other women to share your thoughts &
reactions with about the books read.
Give it a try - you just might like it!
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WHEN? We meet the third Tuesday of each month
Tuesday, October 19th @ 7:00 p.m.
WHERE? Judy Marshall's place
13112 - 66B Avenue Surrey BC
WHAT'S THE BOOK? “Mennonite In A Little Black Dress:
A Memoir of Going Home” by Rhonda Janzen.
LADIES BOOK CLUB

Adults Unlimited
T
his year we are continuing with the Adults Unlimited group. It is a group of adults (not all
seniors!) who meet, usually once a month for social interaction. It is a good way to connect to
others in the church as well as being a place to bring your church seeking friends.
Last year we did the Circle Farm Tour out in Agassi, had a games night at church, went to
Victoria for a day, and to the Van Dusen Gardens to see the Christmas lights. The group also
went to the Surrey Olympic Celebration at Holland Park, drove to La Conner to see the Tulip
fields, played a game of putting golf at Cultus Lake and Lawn bowled at a club in White Rock.
Our visit to La Conner to see the Tulip fields
We welcome your ideas and suggestions for the group. We are starting October 1 st with a
bowling evening followed by snacks at Boston Pizza. On the 29th of October there is a Gospel
Quartet Concert at a church in Linden Washington and some have expressed interest in
attending that. No tickets required as it is funded by a freewill offering.
ADULTS MINISTRIES
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Day trip
Boston Pizza
Bowling
We plan to start the Christmas season with an
evening of turkey dinner, and fellowship.
We look forward to having you there.
Details regarding all our events will
appear in the weekly bulletin at church.
If you would like to have your name added to the
email list please contact Fred Wiens at
efwiens@pacificcoast.net and you will receive
the latest updates on the group.
ADULTS MINISTRIES
For further information and suggestions please
contact JoAnn Lyons at 778-292-1229
or Pat Wiens at 604-533-1496.

I I NGREDIENTS
NGREDIENTS
1 1/3 CUP CRUSHED CHOCOLATE WAFERS
3 TBSP MELTED BUTTER
12 OZ SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE CHIPS
2 1/2 CUPS WHIPPING CREAM
1-250 GRAM PKGE CREAM CHEESE
½ CUP CARAMEL TOPPING
¼ CUP SUGAR
1 ½ TSP VANILLA
¾ CUP COARSELY CHOPPED PECANS
DIRECTIONS
DIRECTIONS
Recipe Recipe for: for:
for:
CARAMEL,
CARAMEL,
CHOCOLATE,
CHOCOLATE,
PECAN
PECAN
TORTE
TORTE
Got a favorite recipe that you would like to share,
contact Marie at cater4umi @yahoo.ca
RECIPES BY MARIE
From From the the the Kitchen Kitchen of:
of:
Marie Marie Isaac
Isaac
1. Mix together the chocolate crumbs and the melted butter. Press half of the crumbs into the bottom of an 8 or 9 inch
spring form pan.
2. Over hot water combine 1 ½ cups of the chocolate chips and ½ cup of the whipping cream, stir until chocolate is melted
and cream is combined. Cool for about 30 minutes.
3. Whip 1 ½ cups of whipping cream until forms soft peaks, blend into the cooled chocolate mixture.
Combine the cream cheese, ¼ cup of caramel sauce and ½ cup of pecans.
4. Carefully spread ½ of the chocolate whipped cream mixture over the crumbs in pan. Top with all the cream cheese
mixture, then sprinkle remaining chocolate crumbs over this layer. Then add the remaining chocolate mixture.
Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 4 to 24 hours.
5. Remove from freezer 15 minutes before serving. Take torte from spring form pan and place on serving plate. Cut into
wedges. Whip remaining ½ cup pf whipping cream. Mound the whipping cream in the center of torte and drizzle caramel
topping over it and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
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Our Missionaries & Sponsorships
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Garry and Kristen Corrigan
Serving with the Canadian Conference of MB in Quebec
John and Ev Wiens
Serving with MBMSI in (Zaporozhve) Ukraine
www.mbmsi.org
Cecil Rast
Jen Hubbard
Serving with Youth for Christ in Surrey,
www.gvyfc.org
Brian Brown
Sam Rowland
Serving with Youth for Christ in Greater Vancouver,
www.gvyfc.org
OUR MISSIONARIES
Tim Ibbotson
Serving with Young Life in Great Vancouver
www.younglife.ca
Rob and Judy Griffioen
Serving with MBMS International in (PHUKET) Southern Thailand
www.mbmsi.org
Carolyn Thiessen
Serving with Child Evangelism Fellowship in Greater Vancouver
crtcare@telus.net
Cynthia Friesen
Serving with MBMS International in (PHUKET) Southern Thailand
www.mbmsi.org

N
astya was very dissatisfied with her life. She
had gotten married at a young age and now
there were problems in her marriage. She
wondered what she could have done with her life if she
hadn’t gotten married. She dreamed of traveling and
was searching for some kind of fulfillment or purpose
for her life.
Then Nastya met MBMSI missionaries John & Evelyn
Wiens through an English class that John was teaching.
She was introduced to the Ukraine TREK team soon
after they arrived in Zaporozhye. Team members Sarah
Baffa and Jackie Waine spent the whole evening talking
to her and they could tell that she felt lost. It was
Jackie’s birthday in two days and she felt God prompting
her to invite Nastya to her birthday party.
Even though they hardly knew Nastya, she was eager to
come to the party and also brought along her four-yearold
daughter. She was very quiet at the party, but the
team could tell that she really enjoyed being there.
Over the next few weeks, Sarah and Jackie often met
with Nastya for coffee. They shared the gospel with her
and Nastya asked lots of questions. They could see that
she was searching for the truth and that her heart was
opening more and more.
A few days before Christmas, missionary John Wiens ran
into Nastya one morning at a coffee shop. After meeting
and talking together, Nastya made the decision to
follow Jesus!
FILLED WITH JOY
John and Ev Wiens In the Ukraine
with MBMSI
www.mbmsi.org
Nastya’s life has been transformed and the TREK team was
encouraged as they saw incredible growth in her during their
time in Ukraine. Although there are many difficulties in her
life, Nastya is so filled with joy and it is evident that the Holy
Spirit is working in and through her. She is excited to tell
other people about the changes that God has made in her
life.
When Nastya lost her job, she told the team, “If this had
happened a few months before, when I didn’t have Christ in
my life, I would have been a mess. But because I have God, I
could just get up and carry on with my day. It just didn’t
bother me; that’s God working in my life!”
Pray that Nastya will continue to be on fire and passionate
for Jesus. Praise God for bringing John & Evelyn and the TREK
team into her life at a time where she was open and ready
for the gospel. Pray also that Nastya’s husband will be drawn
to Christ as he sees the amazing change in her life.
“We pray that you will be strengthened with all His glorious
power so you will have all the endurance and patience you
need. May you be filled with joy, always thanking the Father.
He has enabled you to share in the inheritance that belongs
to His people, who live in the light. For He has rescued us
from the kingdom of darkness and transferred us into the
Kingdom of His dear Son, who purchased our freedom and
forgave our sins.” - Colossians 2:11-14
WINDOW ON THE WORLD
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OCTOBER
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
3
Meet the
Pastors
10 11
4 5
Sr. High
HAPPY
THANKSGIVING
12
Sr. High
17 18 19
Sr. High
24 25
The
Kindlings
31
Halloween
NOVEMBER EVENTS
6 Evangelism Workshop
14 610 Offering
14 Newcomers’ Dessert
15 & 16 Christmas in November
23 Mini Leadership Summit
25 The Kindlings Muse
Ladies Book
Club
26
Sr. High
6
Weekly Prayer
Meeting
ASCENT
Men’s Floor
Hockey
13
Weekly Prayer
Meeting
ASCENT
Men’s Floor
Hockey
20
Weekly Prayer
Meeting
ASCENT
Men’s Floor
Hockey
27
Monthly Prayer
Gathering
ASCENT
Men’s Floor
Hockey
OCT CALENDER
7
Jr. High
Children’s Choir
Begins
Grace Based
Parenting
14
Jr. High
Children’s Choir
Grace Based
Parenting
21
Jr. High
Children’s Choir
Grace Based
Parenting
28
Jr. High
Children’s Choir
Grace Based
Parenting
1
Adults
Unlimited
2
8 9
15 16
22 23
Mini
Leadership
Summit
29 30
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