Marshall's Vacation Update #3

Greetings once again everyone!

All is well - we are having a great time and enjoying some R & R.

Here are some more pics to enjoy.....

(Tiffany and Les at the Hotel)

(Clearwater Citadel for Sun. Worship ~ 400 people in attendance)

(Adam & Les trying on some new jackets)

(Courtney and Tiffany finally leaving Countryside Mall - when this mall was built in 1980, an ice skating rink was built in the middle of the mall and it is still in place and used alot - to this day)

Stay tuned for more soon!

Blessings...

Marshalls Update # 2

Here are some of the latest pictures. My son and I got to enjoy our second blue jay game as my wife and daughter went out shopping.

The weather has been just beauitful here. We have yet to go to the beach (just the FREEZING cold pool) but rest assured we should be getting there within the next few days.

We are keeping you all in our prayers and look forward to seeing everyone when we return.

Marshall's Vacation Update #1

Greetings one and all from sunny Florida!

We have all arrived safe and sound and the sun is shining and the temps are very enjoyable.

Thus far we have enjoyed the pool, worked on a sun tan, done some prelim shopping, Adam got his hairs cut and tonight Adam and I are headed off to the bluejay game in Dunedin vs the Cincinnati Reds.

Here are some pics - enjoy!

Good Friday

The Wonder Of Your Cross by Robin Mark

The wonder of your cross shall be our meditation
To gather in that shadow when the sun went down
To weep with those who thought that you were leaving,
You were leaving, Jesus
The humble King who never wore an earthly crown.

To steal away at night when they took down your body.
With love and tears to leave You in a borrowed grave
To go with Mary to the place they laid You,Where they laid You, Jesus
And in the morning find the stone was rolled away

The cross, O the wonderful cross
What Glory, what victory, I've found
I'll come to the wonderful cross
And my whole life I lay down

Were heaven's praises silent in those hours of darkness?
Your Holy Spirit brooding round that empty throne?
Until the declaration "He is Risen", You are risen, Jesus,
"He is not dead, behold He lives for evermore".

Copyright © 2004 Integrity's Hosanna! Music.

The Easter Season has come!

This weekend we are going to REMEMBER with hearts full of thankfulness and CELEBRATE with joy to brighten the spirits of the nations!

A special Good Friday Service will be held at 10:30AM on March 21. This will be a sacred time of meaningful reflection on our Saviour's love for all.

The greatest celebration of all will begin Sunday morning with the full community of believers in St Albert gathering at City Hall for a Sunrise Service. This will take place at 7:30AM at the front doors of City Hall.

The men of St Albert Salvation Army will once again be serving up a delectable breakfast at the church! Join us at 9:45 for this special time of sharing as a church family (and of course, to enjoy being served by our men!).

Our Resurrection Celebration Service will start Sunday morning at 11AM. All are welcome - come aniticipating a joyful time of praising our Risen Lord!

Upcoming Programs

Thursday

Pioneer Club @6:30pm

Friday

Floor Hockey @7:00pm & 8:15pm

Saturday

Men's Breakfast at Golden Dynasty @7:30am

Young Adults @7:00pm

Easter is Coming......!

Palm Sunday - March 16 - Service at 11:00am
Good Friday - March 21 - Service at 10:30am
Easter Sunday - March 23 - Service at 11:00am

Sunday March 9, 2008

This coming Sunday we will continue in our lenten journey as we "Hear from God" through the drama of DYSMAS - The thief on the cross played by Stefan Van Schaick. Capt Les will follow up with a meditative thought.

See you on Sunday at 11am sharp (dont forget the clocks)!

Time Change

Yes it is that time of year again to spring ahead.

Don't forget to change your clocks ahead one hour this coming Saturday evening that way you won't be late for Church on Sunday morning!

See you then!

This week....

Monday
Drama Class @ 7:30pm

Tuesday
Small Groups Dinner @ 6:30pm
Small Groups @ 7:30

Wednesday
Ministry Executive Board Mtg @ 7:00pm

Thursday
Pioneer Club @ 6:30pm
Band Practise @ 8:15pm

Friday
Floor Hockey @ 7:00pm

Saturday
CRAVE Youth Group @ 7:00pm

Sunday
Worship Team Practise @ 9:00am
Prayer Meeting @ 10:30am
Worship Service @ 11:00am
Sunday School Leaders Luncheon @ 12:30pm

Provincial Election Day

Monday March 3, 2008 is our provincial election here in Alberta. All of the debates, the advertising, the signage, the promises now complete, the rest is up to the voter. So what will it be?

PC vs Liberal vs Alliance vs NDP vs Green

Who will be the next Premier of Alberta?

Here's the latest angus reid poll results....

Progressive Conservative 42%
Liberal 31%
Wildrose Alliance Party 10%
New Democratic Party 9%
Green Party 8%

Fulfill your democratic right and get out and vote so that your voice is counted.

Today....

Today in church we had a visit from Pontius Pilate (played by Joe Ludlow) and then Captain Tiffany brought forth the meditation from God's Word.

The praise & worship was awesome and a blessing. If you were unable to attend this week you don't miss another. Next Sunday the thief on the cross will make a "guest appearance" at Church and we will hear from His perspective as we continue with our "Hearing From God" Lenten series.

See you then!

Looking forward to Sunday!!!

We continue our journey to the cross this Sunday in our "Hearing from God" series with a visit from Pontius Pilate.

The momentum we've picked up during this series is awesome and inspiring... let's keep it going!

Don't miss out and bring a friend!

Grace!

The week ahead.......

Tuesday
- Lunch Bunch (for the 50+) 11 am
- Small Grp Dinner 6:30 pm
- Small Grp Classes 7:30 pm

Thursday
- Pioneer Club (ages 6+) 6:30 pm

Friday
- Tots Playgroup 10:00 am
- Floor Hockey 7:00 pm

Sunday
- Worship Team Practise 9:00 am
- Worship Service 11:00 am

Sunday Feb 24 updates......

The news is in - Team William has been beat by Team Catherine in round one of seven in this years Self Denial Campaign - "The Battle of St. Albert(a)."

Yes the Ladies raised more money than the men $215.00 vs $155.00. Well done team Catherine! $370.00 raised $4,630.00 to go. All proceeds go to this years self denial campaign - project Mexico. Stay Tuned!

Also, Stefan played the role of Peter - well done Stefan!

Praise & Worship led by Capt Tiffany and the rest of the team - well done!

All in all - a wonderful day - Oh by the way - Capt Les did ok as well!

Blessings...

This Sunday....

On Sunday... the battle of St Alberta continues for this years Self Denial Campaign Men vs the Ladies - who is going to win this battle????? stay tuned!

Also,

We will be continuing with our lenten sermon series "Hearing From God".

This week Stephan will be acting out a scene from Peter's perspective and Capt Les will follow up with a meditative thought from God's Word.

See you all there - 11am sharp!

Weekend musings.....

Today, as we celebrated the second week of Lent, we continued with our sermon series - "Hearing From God". Last week we focused on James, this week Judas.

Also......

- This years self denial campaign began.

- Several of our young people and their leaders were in Red Deer participating at "Winter Weekend" at the camp.


Tomorrow for family day members from our church will be heading to the Clareview recreation Centre to assist in serving supper and help out with the carnival that has been planned for local residents.

The Battle of St Albert(a)

2008 Self Denial Campaign continued...the plan

This year the Church will be divided into two teams - Team William Booth and Team Catherine Booth. Yes you guessed it - men against the women. The first team to raise $2500 of the total $5000.00 objective wins. The losing team then must state that they are not worthy to the winners in a sunday morning service.

100% of all proceeds raised will be given to our Territorial Headquarters Missions Project in Toronto which will be given to the work in Mexico.

Please give generously to this years campaign.

2008 Self Denial Campaign

Purposely coinciding with lent, this years self denial campaign begins this coming Sunday Feb 17, 2008.

Self denial is the time when we deny ourselves (not the church) certain privileges that we enjoy here in Canada such as going out for coffee, lunches, dinners, etc. The idea is that we all either stop or reduce these outings and instead give what we would have spent on this things to our missionaries serving in different countries who are less fortunate then we.

This years campaign will last 7 weeks (assuming we hit our target in this time frame) and our goal is to raise $5000.00. If each and every person that came to church gave an average of $20.00 each week we will surpass our goal in this time frame.

Be sure to come this Sunday and participate in this years Self Denial campaign.

Lent has begun

Starting last wednesday (Ash wednesday) the lenten season began.

Lent, in most Christian denominations, is the forty-day liturgical season of fasting and prayer before Easter. The forty days represent the time Jesus spent in the desert, where, according to the Bible, he endured temptation by Satan.

The purpose of Lent is the preparation of the believer—through prayer, penitence, almsgiving and self-denial—for the annual commemoration of the Death and Resurrection of Jesus, as celebrated during Holy Week, which recalls the events linked to the Passion of Christ and culminates in Easter, the celebration of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Yes - Spring Has Arrived!

Yes its true the RV's have landed in Edmonton at the Agricom. Of course this means that spring has come. Forget what the groundhogs say and what you see and feel outside - the shows clearly identify that spring has come, at least in the minds of RVers.

By the way, if you are looking for our Pastor you will find him at the show checking out every exhibit very carefully on Thursday from 5-10pm, Fri & Sat from 10am-10pm and Sunday from 2-5pm.

Word has it that the trailer pictured above is his trailer of choice this year!

See you at the show and of course we will see you on Sunday at Church as well!

For more info check out the site below....
http://www.rvshowsalberta.ca/edmontonshow/

I Love Alberta!

Just when you begin thinking that maybe just maybe spring is coming and winter is falling behind suddenly boom - a winter blast of storm sets in. Freezing temps (-45), strong winds and heavy snow has gripped the city.

Be sure to stay warm, stay off the streets. Its time to cuddle up in front of a fire with a good magazine like trailer life, RV lifestyles or RV West. Dont worry campers SUMMER IS COMING - I HOPE!

Breakforth 2008

Its hard to believe that another breakforth conference has come and gone. Well done everyone - it was another enjoyable success and a wonderful time to reconnect with Jesus!

Sunday Service

This coming Sunday Majors Roy & Sandy Langer will be coming to St Albert to be our special guests and bring forth the message from Gods Word. As well Mr & Mrs Stefan & Laura Van Schaick will be leading the music portion of the service. Join us this weekend as we gather for worship and thank God for both couples as they willingly come to lead the morning meeting.

Its Finally Here

Its time to Breakforth once again. This coming weekend 15,ooo people will gather to praise and worship and learn at Western Canada's largest equipping conference at the Shaw conference Centre here in Edmonton.

Our Church is sending 20 particpants to this weekends festivities and we are very greatful that Majors Roy & Sandy Langer have offered to come and preach from the word while Mr & Mrs Stefan & Laura Van Schiak will be leading the music portion of the service.

This weeks events....

January 22

Small Group Meal 6:30pm-7:30pm

Small Group Classes 7:30pm-9:00pm

Each week before the small groups begin we offer a dinner for your convenience so that you can come and enjoy some fun and fellowship prior to the small group classes. We ask for a $3.00 donation to offset the cost of your Yummy meal!

January 24

Pioneer club 6:30-8:00pm

January 25

Moms and Tots Playgroup 10:00am- 11:30am

Floor Hockey Registration 7-10pm

Sunday Musings....

In case you missed it....

Yesterday in Church .....

1. there were many visitors in attendance
2. there was a good attendance (approx 120)
3. there was a nice atmosphere
4. there was great interaction and participation in the praise and worship
5. there was an important message for the children
6. there was a challenge by Capt Les along with his raspy voice that we all need a FRESH ENCOUNTER with the living God.

and most importantly....

7. there was the presence of God and He spoke to everyone who would listen and lives were changed!

Have great week everyone and remember not to allow yourself to fall into the pit of apathy instead stay focused, be positive, be open and keep in touch with God on a daily basis and seek that fresh encounter with Him that we all need.

Coming Soon....!

Yes it is that time of year again when our Church programs resume for the winter session.

Tuesdays...

Dinner @ 6:30pm & Small Groups @ 7:30pm
(four groups to choose from "Book Club", Integrity, Scrapbooking, final week in the life of Jesus)

Lunch Bunch for ages 55+ (2nd & 4th tues of each month)

Thursdays...

Pioneer Club @ 6:30pm (for ages 6-14)

Fridays...

Floor Hockey @ 6:30pm (for ages 15+)

Saturdays....

Mens Fellowship Breakfast @ 7:30am - for all ages (3rd Sat of each month)
CRAVE Youth Group @ 7:00pm - for ages 13+ (2nd & 4th Sat of each month)
Young Adults Group @ 7:00pm - for ages 18+ (3rd Sat of each month)

Sundays...

Worship Team practise @ 9:00am
Prayer Meeting @ 10:30am
Worship @ 11:00am
Kids Church @ 11:20am

Promotion to Glory - Major George King (R)

We have just recieved word from the family that Major George King (R) has been promoted to glory.

While the family and his church family mourn the loss of a loved one, we do celebrate George's life and we thank God for him and for Eva and the rest of the family.

The family would like to invite you to his celebration of life memorial service which will take place on Saturday January 5, 2008 at 3pm at the Salvation Army St Albert Church located at 165 Liberton Dr St Albert AB 780-458-1937.

New Years Eve

Once again this years fire works will take place at 7 hills in St. Albert.

Come on out and enjoy a fun filled family evening while we offer Hot Chocolate to our community and yes our community response vehicle will be in action.

See you there!

This Sunday

Dont forget that this Sundays morning worship service is at 11:00am (as usual).

See you all there!

Happy New Year

Final Christmas Kettle Tally

Here it is.....the final totals!

Kettle count - $162,743.00

Mail count - $67,700.00 (there will be a bit more to count in the coming days)

Total raised - $230,443.00

Thank you so much for entrusting us with these funds. We will ensure that they are used wisely for the needs in our community.

God bless you one and all!

Merry Christmas

Wishing you all the best this Christmas and a Happy New Year.

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

ONLY 2 MORE KETTLE DAYS TO GO

Update #9

Kettles (24 of 26 days completed) $136,701.92 raised....$21,701.92 (above target)

Mail (Up to and including Dec 21) $59,960.00 raised....$5,040.00 (to go)

WOW - Thank you for your generosity - we are truly overwhelmed.

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Update #8

Kettles (23 of 26 days completed) $124,690.42 raised....$9,690.42 (above target)

Mail (Up to and including Dec 21) $59,960.00 raised....$5,040.00 (to go)

WOW - Thank you for your generosity - we are truly overwhelmed.

The 12 Days of Christmas

Have you ever wondered....

What in the world do leaping lords, French hens, swimming swans, and especially the partridge who won't come out of the pear tree have to do with Christmas?

Well....

From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not permitted to practice their faith openly. Someone during that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics. It has two levels of meaning: the surface meaning plus a hidden meaning known only to members of their church. Each element in the carol has a code word for a religious reality which the children could remember.

-The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ.
-Two turtle doves were the Old and New Testaments.
-Three French hens stood for faith, hope and love.
-The four calling birds were the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke & John.
-The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, the first five books of the Old Testament.
-The six geese a-laying stood for the six days of creation.
-Seven swans a-swimming represented the sevenfold gifts of the Holy Spirit--Prophesy, Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Contribution, Leadership, and Mercy.
-The eight maids a-milking were the eight beatitudes.
-Nine ladies dancing were the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit--Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self Control.
-The ten lords a-leaping were the ten commandments.
-The eleven pipers piping stood for the eleven faithful disciples.
-The twelve drummers drumming symbolized the twelve points of belief in the Apostles' Creed.

So there is your history for today.

Merry (12 days of) Christmas Everyone!

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Update #7

Kettles (21 of 26 days completed) $112,203.42 raised....$2,796.58 (to go)

Mail (Up to and including Dec 18) $54,060.00 raised....$10,940.00 (to go)

Thank you for your generosity - we are truly overwhelmed.

Next Sunday

Hear Ye - Hear Ye......

Next Sunday is Christmas Sunday (Advent #4)

Majors Fred & Wendy Waters will be our special guests for the service and they will be supported by the St Albert Worship Team.

Be sure to come early and get a good seat. Service starts at 11am - see you there!

A Great Weekend

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported our young people this past Sunday at our annual Christmas Pageant. It was a great day filled with memorable moments, candid shots, choirs of angels and even some comic relief all while telling the greatest story ever told of Jesus and His birth.

Special thanks to Joe & Donna Ludlow and all of their support cast.

We are already looking forward to next years pageant.

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Update #6

Kettles (19 of 26 days completed) $101,386.80 raised....$13,613.20 (to go)
Mail (Up to and including Dec 14) $50,340.00 raised....$14,660.00 (to go)

Thank you for your generosity - we are truly overwhelmed.

Childrens Christmas Pageant

Hear Ye - Hear Ye.....Calling all people

This coming Sunday Dec 16 our young people will be performing during the morning service as they act out the play called "the Christmas Star".

You definitely dont want to miss this - see you at 11am sharp!

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Update #5

Kettles (15 of 26 days completed) $68,883.28 raised....$46,116.72 (to go)

Mail (Up to and including Dec 11) $36,165.00 raised....$28,835.00 (to go)

Thank you for your generosity - we are truly overwhelmed.

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Wow - what a weekend!!!

Update #4

Kettles (13 of 26 days completed) $61,035.83 raised....$53,964.17 (to go)

Mail (Up to and including Dec 10) $32,370.00 raised....$32,630.00 (to go)

Way to go team - keep up the great work!

Light Up St.Albert '07

Despite the cold Alberta weather, we still had a great turnout for light up St.Albert. Thank you for everyone that helped out by serving hot chocolate, ringing the bells, playing the instruments and just being there to represent the Salvation Army with a smile on your face. Here are some pictures from the night:

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Sorry for the delay - things have been crazy around here as you can well imagine!


Update #3

Kettles (10 of 26 days completed) $43,740.71 raised....$71,259.29 (to go)

Mail (Up to and including Dec 5) $27,265.00 raised....$37,735.00 (to go)

Way to go team - keep up the great work!

2007 Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Update #2

Kettles (5 of 26 days completed) $19,670.82 raised....$95,329.18 (to go)

Mail (Up to and including Nov 30) $20,310 raised....$44,690.00 (to go)


Way to go team - keep up the great work!

Christmas Kettle & Mail Campaign

Update #1

Kettles (2 of 26 days completed) $11,006.11 raised....$103,993.89 (to go)

Mail (Up to and including Nov 26) $16,250.00 raised....$48,750.00 (to go)

Way to go team - keep up the great work!

Christmas Kettle Campaign Kick Off

Thank you for everyone's participation at the Kettle Kick-off last friday at the St.Albert Steel Game.

Here are some pictures from the event:

Christmas Kettle Kick Off

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Dont forget - This coming Friday night at 7pm the St Albert Steel will be facing off against the Okotoks Oilers. During the game we will be kicking off our 2007 Christmas kettle campaign.

Before the game The Salvation Army Band will start the game with the national anthem. Then during the first period intermission Mayor Crouse will be declaring December as Christmas Kettle Month. During the second period intermission there will be a frisbee toss with the proceeds to go to the Salvation Army in St Albert.

Hope to see you all at servus credit union place - St. Albert!

This coming week.....

In case you were wondering, here is a list of the "goings on" around the church this coming week!

Tuesday - Dinner & Small groups 6:30pm

Wednesday - Small groups 6:30pm
Wednesday - Kettle Volunteer Meeting 7:00pm

Thursday - Pioneer Club 6:30pm

Friday - We Can Food Coop 4:00pm
Friday - Floor Hockey 7:00pm

Saturday - Mens Breakfast 7:30am
Saturday - Young Adults - A Murder Mystery 7:00pm

Sunday - Worship team Practise 9:00am
Sunday - Prayer Mtg 10:30am
Sunday - Worship Service 11:00am

Letters from War (by Mark Schultz)

Great song, awesome reminder - this video will certainly touch your heart!

Enjoy !

(Warning - you may want to make sure that you have a kleenex box beside you)

Sorry I could not download the clip so please go to the following site and watch it there!

http://downloads.wordrecords.com/

Thank You - Canada Remembers

A Canadian Veteran Remembers Juno Beach

Once again we will gather at cenetaphs or in churches across this great country to take time and remember the courage and valour of the many men and women who once defended or continue to defend our rights and freedoms.

This weekend, be sure to at least thank a veteran, or write to a soldier online that is currently deployed, or attend a Remembrance Day service and where a Poppy.

Your support will not go unnoticed.

Personally, this weekend I intend to thank my Grandad - why not do the same and thank someone you know?

By the way, dont forget to thank God for the blessings that we now enjoy in this country and be sure to continue to pray for peace.

Alpha Weekend

This coming Saturday the Alpha Course will take place at the Church. If you are interested in participating be sure to contact Bill or Peggy Isley as soon as possible.

Church Fellowship Night

What are you doing this coming Saturday evening Nov 3rd at 7:oopm?

If you dont already have plans the church is going bowling.

(check out the good form on this Capt Les look alike guy)

If you are looking for a great night of fun and fellowship be sure to come to the St Albert bowling centre (behind riverside honda).

See You There!

The Weekend Summary

So many of you may be wondering what we learned from this past weekend. I must say that I am governed as to how much I can say since a "gag order" was put into place that said "what happened in Panorama stays in Panorama" . In saying this, I will give you some insight on the goings on from the weekend.....

-Red Deer - a car driving the wrong way on a one way with a gas hose hanging from the gas tank
-Where did Fred & Ken go - lost on route to Panorama
-Black bear sighting, stopped for a close look
-Capt Les eating stir fry in Invermere (whats wrong with this picture)
-Arriving in Panorama after 10hr drive, second vehicle arrives at 1am
-Sat Pancake/Sausage Breakfast, Hot Tub
-Worship Major Ken
-Session #1 Major Fred - Personality vs Character
-BBQ Lunch, Hot Tub
-Afternoon walk at Panorama, Transformers
-BBQ Steak Dinner, Hot Tub
-Worship Major Ken
-Session #2 Major Fred - "The Pert Plan"
-Salvation Army Euchre Tourney - Be sure to watch out for Walter
-Hot tub, Late night snacks
-Sun Breakfast - serve yourself
-Clean up and head to Church
-Major Fred lighting the communion candles
-Major Fred participating in the game show on the platform during the service
-Major Fred gives his testimony
-Lunch at "Invermere on the Lake"
-Pictures
-Tims visit, on the road
-Joe wants to feed the bull elk by hand at the side of the road
-Arrive home at 8:30pm

WOW WHAT A TRIP - HOPE TO SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!

Back from Panorama

Wow - what a weekend!

A sincere thank you to all who attended and a special thanks to our special guests Major Fred Waters & Major Ken Percy.

If you didn't come this year, we sure hope to see you next year!

Heading Out To Serve Jesus In A Hot Tub

Tomorrow morning some of the Men of our church will be off for our annual "men's weekend" with special guests Major Ken Percy and Major Fred Waters.

The following is an excerpt from Major Fred's blog...

"It looks like it will be a great deal of fun, (fellowship and learning), though of course I'll be suffering for Jesus quite a bit...sitting in a hot tub in the middle of the mountains. "

The Major is right, it is going to be a fantastic weekend and God is going to speak. It is my prayer that we will be listening.

Please pray for us all this weekend as we will be praying for you - see y' all Sunday evening!

New Series Coming Sunday

Starting this coming Sunday Oct 28, 2007, Captain Tiffany Marshall will be leading us in a new series entitled, "Developing A Faith That Works". This five week sermon series will challenge you to look deep within and outside your comfort zone.

See you on Sunday at 11am!

Special Thanks

This past Sunday we were priveleged to have our Area Commanders Majors Fred & Wendy Waters led us in worship

The song/chorus we sung nicely summarized the message....

For the joys and for the sorrows, the best and worst of times,

for this moment, for tomorrow,for all that lies behind;

Fears that crowd around me, for the failure of my plans,

for the dreams of all I hope to be, the truth of what I am:

For this I have Jesus, For this I have Jesus, For this I have Jesus, I have Jesus.

For the tears that flow in secret,in the broken times,

for the moments of elation,or the troubles mind;

For all the disappointments,or the sting of old regrets,

all my prayers and longings, that seem unanswered yet:

For this I have Jesus, For this I have Jesus, For this I have Jesus, I have Jesus.

For the weakness of my body,the burdens of each day,

for the nights of doubt and worry when sleep has fled away;

Needing reassuranceand the will to start again,

a steely-eyed endurance,the strength to fight and win:

For this I have Jesus, For this I have Jesus, For this I have Jesus, I have Jesus.

.

No matter what we are going through in life, whether we are in the valley or on the mountain top - for this we have Jesus!

Men Dont forget.....

This coming Saturday morning at 7:30am all men are welcome to attend our monthly breakfast fellowship time at Mugginz restuarant in St Albert on the trail beside DQ.

There is plenty of room for everyone - see you all there!

Congratulations

With the election results just in, congratulations to.....

Nolan Crouse - St Alberts Mayor-Elect

and to our Council Members - Elect

Lorie Garritty
Len Bracko
Roger Lemieux
James Burrows
Gareth Jones
Carol Watamaniuk

Coming This Week

If you are wondering what is taking place at the Church this week here is a reminder for you....

Tuesday - Youville Nursing Home Visit @ 10:45am, Small Group Dinner @ 6:30pm, the Alpha course begins at 7:15, Prayer & New Testament Characters group studies begin @ 7:30pm.

Wednesday - Ladies Night Out & Bible Scrapbooking Group begins at 7:00pm

Thursday - Pioneer Club @ 6:30pm, Band Practise @ 8:15pm

Friday - Floor Hockey from 7:00-9:00pm

Saturday - Men's Breakfast 7:30am @ Mugginz, Harvest Brunch @ 9:30am, Young Adults @ 7:00pm

Sunday - Music Team Practise @ 9:00am, Prayer Meeting @ 10:30am, Worship Service @ 11:00am

Election Day

Once again we head to the polls for our municipal election. Make sure that you exercise your democratic right and get out and vote.

In St Albert there are three candidates running for Mayor and several councillors trying to win one of six seats.

Here are the choices for Mayor...

Richard Plain
Nolan Crouse
Garry Woo

Learn about them - what they stand for and what they will bring to the table for the future of St Albert.

VOTE TODAY!

Breakforth Conference

This is just a reminder for everyone who wants to attend this years conference that your application is due by this coming Sunday afternoon, at the latest.

If you are looking for more information on the workshops, concerts, or the worship leaders please go to :

http://www.new-creation.net/

Once you have the information that you require, come to Church on Sunday ready to complete the application form. Yes, you can register online, but by registering on Sunday you can recieve the group registration discount which will then only cost you $99.00 (plus tax) for the main conference.

Sunday

This coming Sunday in the morning service we will be looking into the book of Joshua and learning about consecration.

Based on Joshua 3:5 when Joshua told the people,

"Consecrate yourselves,

for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you."

Of course soon after the Israelites crossed the Jordan River in a miraculous way into the promised land. This was pretty amazing.

What amazing things does God have in store for you?

Are you ready to cross your Jordan in faith?

Men's Weekend Retreat

Calling all Men! - Oct 26-28, 2007 we will be heading to Panorama BC to enjoy God's creation while getting to know one another and learning from God's Word.

This year Major Fred Waters and Major Ken Percy will be our guests. For more information please be sure to contact Walter or Gary H as soon as possible - space is limited.

Sign Up today - see you in BC!

Thanksgiving

Its hard to believe, but this coming weekend is thanksgiving. Don't forget that this Sunday during the service we will be receiving the "home mission" offering (this is an offering that we collect on behalf of the Salvation Army in the "Prairie Division". The funds are then given towards a specific project or a ministry unit within the division.

The History and Origin of Canadian Thanksgiving

In Canada Thanksgiving is celebrated on the second Monday in October. Unlike the American tradition of remembering Pilgrims and settling in the New World, Canadians give thanks for a successful harvest. The harvest season falls earlier in Canada compared to the United States due to the simple fact that Canada is further north.

The history of Thanksgiving in Canada goes back to an English explorer, Martin Frobisher, who had been trying to find a northern passage to the Orient. He did not succeed but he did establish a settlement in Northern America. In the year 1578, he held a formal ceremony, in what is now called Newfoundland, to give thanks for surviving the long journey. This is considered the first Canadian Thanksgiving. Other settlers arrived and continued these ceremonies. He was later knighted and had an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean in northern Canada named after him - Frobisher Bay.

At the same time, French settlers, having crossed the ocean and arrived in Canada with explorer Samuel de Champlain, also held huge feasts of thanks. They even formed 'The Order of Good Cheer' and gladly shared their food with their Indian neighbours. After the Seven Year's War ended in 1763, the citizens of Halifax held a special day of Thanksgiving.

During the American Revolution, Americans who remained loyal to England moved to Canada where they brought the customs and practices of the American Thanksgiving to Canada. There are many similarities between the two Thanksgivings such as the cornucopia and the pumpkin pie.Eventually in 1879, Parliament declared November 6th a day of Thanksgiving and a national holiday.

Over the years many dates were used for Thanksgiving, the most popular was the 3rd Monday in October. After World War I, both Armistice Day and Thanksgiving were celebrated on the Monday of the week in which November 11th occurred. Ten years later, in 1931, the two days became separate holidays and Armistice Day was renamed Remembrance Day.

Finally, on January 31st, 1957, Parliament proclaimed..."A Day of General Thanksgiving to Almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed ... to be observed on the 2nd Monday in October.

The Alpha Course

Did you know that Alpha is starting up once again - Tuesdays 6:30pm at the Church.

What is Alpha?

Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. The Alpha course includes ten meals and an amazing weekend getaway that comes halfway through the 10-week course. The course meets once per week.

Alpha has become a worldwide phenomenon, now in 164 countries, where millions of people have come to explore the meaning of life.

Each session people enjoy great food, laughter and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life and God is seen as too simple or too hostile…questions like—Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going?

See you there!

Pioneer Club

Did you know? Pioneer Clubs is starting up - every Thursday 6:30pm at the Church.

What is Pioneer Club?

Pioneer Clubs provides proven church-sponsored midweek club programs for today's kids, preschool through middle school. Each of these programs helps boys and girls build healthy relationships with caring Christian adults, peers and most importantly, Jesus Christ. Thousands of churches across North America count on Pioneer Clubs materials to be Christ-centered, Bible-based, kid-focused and flexible—helping them create a children's ministry that transforms lives

Join today!

Tragic News - IHQ Press Release

The following is a news release from International Headquarters this morning.COLONEL Bo Brekke, Territorial Commander of The Salvation Army’s Pakistan Territory, was shot and killed yesterday, Thursday 27 September. The incident occurred in the territorial headquarters compound in Lahore, Pakistan, shortly after the colonel had presided over the retirement and farewell meeting to the Chief Secretary and Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries.

Information to date points to an individual act of criminality. There is nothing to suggest that this is related in any way to terrorism. It is reported that a man has been arrested on possibly related charges.The incident occurred at about 6.30 pm local time while Colonel Brekke was working alone in his office. The colonel’s wife, Colonel Birgitte Brekke, was in London at the time, attending meetings at International Headquarters.

A Norwegian by birth, Bo Brekke, who was 50, was a cadet in the Proclaimers of Salvation Session, being commissioned as an officer in May 1980 and appointed as corps officer to Brevik, in Norway. The following year he transferred to corps leadership in the Denmark Territory, the home territory of Birgitte. After two years in Denmark, Bo and Birgitte returned to Norway and served in corps appointments until their transfer to the Sri Lanka Territory at the beginning of 1987.

In Sri Lanka, a short period as Manager of Hope House Home for Employed Disabled Men preceded an appointment as Acting Property Secretary in July 1987, and then as Property and Special Efforts Secretary from November 1988. As Community Services Secretary from 1991, the then Captain Brekke also undertook management of Hope House once again.Bo and Birgitte returned to Norway from 1993 to 1995, giving leadership to Fredrikstad Corps during that time.Having developed a deep love for South Asia and its people, it was a personal joy for Bo and Birgitte Brekke when, in August 1995, they were appointed as regional leaders to Bangladesh. Under their leadership the work of the Army flourished and in 1997 the Bangladesh Region was granted command status, and Major Bo Brekke was appointed as Officer Commanding, with Birgitte serving alongside him as Command President of Women’s Ministries and Command Youth Officer.

The late summer of 2002 saw a further change of culture and working environment as Bo and Birgitte were appointed as divisional leaders of the North Scotland Division in the United Kingdom Territory, followed by service respectively as Chief Secretary and Secretary for Mission Development in the Eastern Europe Territory. It was from there that, almost exactly one year ago (15 September 2006) Colonel Bo Brekke was appointed as Territorial Commander of the Pakistan Territory, and Colonel Birgitte Brekke as Territorial President of Women’s Ministries.

At the time of her husband’s promotion to Glory Colonel Birgitte Brekke was attending meetings at International Headquarters in London. Arrangements were made immediately for her to fly to Norway to be with her two sons, Benjamin and Bo Christoffer, and other family members. She was accompanied by her sister, Major Hannelise Tvedt, who had come to London to see Birgitte while she was visiting IHQ.Contact details for Colonel Brekke and the family, as well as funeral arrangements, will be made known in due course.

The funeral will be conducted in Oslo, Norway, by the General, accompanied by Commissioner Helen Clifton, World President of Women’s Ministries.General Clifton said: ‘Colonel Bo Brekke was a Salvation Army leader of unusual and distinctive talents. Both he and his wife, Colonel Birgitte Brekke, were known for their hearts of compassion towards the marginalised. Their service together in many lands has been marked by creativity and imagination in order to reach out to the poor, giving them dignity, and also to share their personal faith as Salvationists in the Lord Jesus Christ as Saviour.

St. Albert Thrift Store

Did you know that we have a thrift store in St. Albert?

The store is located in the south end of town in Tudor Glen Plaza. If you are looking for a great deal on clothing, household items, furniture then you better get in and visit the store. There are always new things everyday bargains galore.

The revenue generated from this store is put back into the community for various program and client assistance. Help us help others to giving hope today, support our local store, you will not regret it!

Youth Councils

This weekend some of our kids will be at Pine Lake Camp participating in this years Youth Councils. Please be sure to ad them all to your prayer list for travelling mercies and that God's Holy Spirit will move in their lives transforming them into the people that God intends them to be.

Small Groups

Our small group ministry is now starting up. If you haven't signed up yet don't worry there is still time to choose from one of the studies listed below:

Tuesday's

The Alpha Course 6:30-9:00pm (includes dinner)
Bible Scrapbooking 7:30-9:00pm
Study on Prayer 7:30-9:00pm
New Testament Characters 7:30-9:00pm

All four studies take place at the Church. If you are interested please contact the Church office as soon as possible.

WOW - What a Weekend

Many thanks to everyone that came to attend and help out over the weekend. It was truly amazing and God's Holy Spirit touched many people in new and miracuous ways - thank you Jesus!

By the way, if you haven't seen the movie - "Facing the Giants", go and see it, it is awesome and life changing, you won't regret it!

Facing the Giants Movie - Saturday Night Sept 22 @ 6:30pm

From the award-winning producers of FLYWHEEL comes a new, action-packed, family-friendly drama about a high school football coach who draws up a new game plan for his team … and himself.

In his six years of coaching, Grant Taylor has never had a winning season. Even the hope of a new season is squelched when the best player on his Shiloh Eagles decides to transfer schools. After losing their first three games of the season, the coach discovers a group of fathers are plotting to have him fired. Combined with pressures at home, Coach Taylor has lost hope in his battle against fear and failure.

However, an unexpected challenge helps him find a purpose bigger than just victories. Daring to trust God to do the impossible, Coach Taylor and the Eagles discover how faith plays out on the field … and off.

With God, all things are possible …

Be assured that this movie will speak to you and move you in amazing ways.

Funeral Service

With the very sudden passing of Stephen Barr, St Albert mourns with the Barr family in the loss of their loved one.

Please join with us at 1:00pm at The Salvation Army Church for the funeral service conducted by Major Brian Venables and Captain Les Marshall. Be sure to come early as we are expecting 500-600 people for the service.

Rally Day

Saturday Sept 22
Dinner this Saturday at 5pm

Movie at 6:30pm

Sunday Sept 23
Worship service at 11:am

Pot Luck luncheon & Farewell 12:30pm

Things to remember

Sunday Sept 16, 2007
The worship service will be led by Mr & Mrs Stefan Van Schaick and Mr Jason Waters will bring forth the message. Captains Les & Tiffany Marshall will be in Winnipeg supporting our Cadets Jon & Tracy Savage as they are officially "marched in" to the college in Winnipeg.

Rally Day Weekend Sept 22-23, 2007
This weekend is coming very quickly. Be sure to come and enjoy yourself with the rest of the Church family as we celebrate our annual "Fall kick off' Party" otherwise known as Rally Day.

Saturday at 5:00pm we will gather for dinner immediately followed by a Movie night at the Church where we will watch the highly motivational movie entitled "Facing the Giants".

Sunday worship will take place at 11:00am to be followed immediately by a pot luck luncheon and farewell for Andy, Janet & Corey Kwak, Sonny, Karen, Morgan & Brayden Geddes.

Sunday

This coming Sunday morning Capt Les will address the question...

What do your actions say about your priorities?

Be sure to come on Sunday to find out more. By the way, in light of the above topic we will be viewing a clip from the movie "Evan Almighty"

Service starts at 11:00am - see you on Sunday!