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Update from Pathway Camp Ministries
Dear Friends of Pathway Camp Ministries
Thank you for your ongoing prayer and financial support over the years. We are grateful to God for all of the many campers, volunteers, staff members, supporters, and communities He has made a part of Pathway. Building meaningful relationships has been the heart of this ministry. We appreciate each of you. Unfortunately, due to the COVID interruption and a lack of sufficient staffing, we were unable to resume camps and programs. We are sad to share the news that after a lengthy period of prayer and discernment, it was decided that it was the right time for Pathway to end its formal ministry and transfer its assets to an organization that has a similar mission. We are excited to bless Northern Canadian Evangelical Mission and support the work they are doing with Indigenous communities. Please know that your past contributions will still be put to good use.
A very special thank you to Stephane and Jenny for their hard work and leadership. Even after retiring as a staff member, Stephane has provided countless hours of volunteer work for Pathway. We also want to express our deepest appreciation for Rick and Elizabeth Greer whose faithfulness to God’s direction in their lives led to Pathway Camp Ministries being created.
We know, firsthand, the blessing that Pathway Camp Ministries has been in the lives of those who attended, volunteered with, and supported its work. If you would like to share your memories, experiences, and photos please do so by responding to this email. We are planning to put together an on-line tribute to honor the work God has done that we will post in the next few months.
Thank you again for being an important part of Pathway Camp Ministries. We pray
God’s blessing upon you.
Sincerely,
The Board of Directors, Pathway Camp Ministries
Pathway Camp Ministries – Dear Friends (mailchi.mp)
Weekly Update - October 19, 2023
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Latest News and Updates
Office Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
WRBC Work Day – Saturday, Oct 21st (9 am – 3 pm). Location: WRBC Grounds Free lunch! Contact: Pastor Doug (204-997-6659). Register HERE. Registration Deadline: Tues, Oct 17.
If you’ve been wondering about how you can serve at WRBC, an important ministry is the set up and take down of chairs on Sunday mornings before and after the service. This facilitates many of our ministries that happen throughout the week! Contact the church office or Pastor Rudy (rudy@whyteridgebaptist.ca) if you would like to be on a chair team or if you would like to know more.
WRBC Family Night—Friday, October 27 Coffee House, Board Games, Large Group Games, Movies. . . something for everyone! Doors open 6:00pm. Organized sports in Gym after 8 pm
GriefShare is a 13 week program for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Tuesdays, November 7/23 – February 13/24, 7:00-9:00pm. Location: Children’s Ministry Area Theatre, Whyte Ridge Baptist Church. $20 cost for workbook. Register at https://www.griefshare.org/groups/173495
Family Support Centre (Crisis Pregnancy Centre) Autumn Celebration of Hope – Thursday, November 9, 2023 at the Fort Garry Hotel. Call 204-772-1923 for tickets.
Meadowood Manor Chaplaincy Support Dinner – Saturday, November 18, 6:00pm. Tickets $35; group of 8 required to reserve a table. Tickets available at the Welcome Centre or church office (cash or cheque). Contact George Giesbrecht for more info.
On the first Thursday of every month WRBC is going to facilitate a worship service at the Rosewood Retirement Home on Wilkes Ave. We will have an ensemble of singers leading several hymns in the service. If you would like to be part of this group please contact Lorraine Bergmann (204-330-2483). Practice will take place at Rosewood, 9:20am the day of the service.
Right Now Media Online Church Resource Centre – This online service contains hundreds of family-friendly videos, as well as a large collection of Bible Studies and resources, as part of our growing Online Church Resource Centre. Consider it the Netflix of Christian videos and resources!
If you are interested in volunteering in our children’s or youth ministries, please contact Sheilla Taylor (children) or Rudy Wall (youth) for more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Solid Grounds Cafe You are welcome to use the foyer to meet with friends during office hours. (Tuesday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.)
Pickleball – Weekly drop-in, co-ed pickleball for anyone age 18+. Monday 9:00 & 11:10am; Tuesday 6:00 & 8:10pm; Thursday 9:00 & 11:10am, 6 & 8:10pm. No experience or equipment necessary to participate (must wear running shoes in the auditorium). $5.00 drop-in charge. Please use the north entrance. For more information and to receive registration information contact Gary Schellenberg. Register HERE.
Connecting Points
A LifePath Seminar: Managing Your Money Wisely – Building a Budget that Balances Your Life. Three Sessions (Monday, Oct 30, Nov 6, 13), 7 pm – 8:30 pm. Session 1 (Oct 30) – Becoming a Steward, Session 2 (Nov 6) – Getting out of Debt, Session 3 (Nov 13) – Building a Budget. Register HERE. Contact: Pastor Doug.
LifePath Journey Interest Survey – The Kingdom Coming (Matthew 19-25) Many avenues of connection . . . How would you like to journey with us? Please take our Interest Survey and let us know today! LifePath Journey Interest Survey Fall 2023
Come to the Table: Register here: Come to the Table – October 25 (Registration deadline October 22, 10:00pm). Wednesday, October 18, 5:30-7:00pm (meal served until 6:30pm). Menu: baked chicken, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, cupcakes. Cost: $7/person; $25/family of 4 ($5/additional)
Please consider joining us for Discussion Groups (DG) immediately after the meal (7:00 pm – 8:30 pm). Focus: Guided discussion on what we are learning from the Gospel of Matthew. DGs are lead by a Host who leads by example and helps the conversation stay focused on our experiences with Christ. There are two types of Discussion Groups: Regular – where the same members meet week to week. Signup sheets available by Registration Table Wed. night. Location: you will be assigned a room that you will meet in weekly. Drop-in: where hosts stay the same week to week but members may change (for e.g. if you can only come twice – you are always welcome in these DGs). Location: at our front foyer (in front of Solid Grounds and our Welcome Centre).
English Conversation Circles – Practice English and make new friends! Every Wednesday evening, 7 to 8:30 pm, from Oct. 4 to Dec. 6. Register HERE For more information contact Brenda. ECC Special Topic Getting Ready for Winter – October 25
Growing in Grace Lunch – November 9, 12:00pm – It’s Missions month. Chris Schroeder will be sharing with us about World Vision and we will be tasting foods from around the world. We also have a guest joining us from Africa and she will share her story and an African dance. The fun starts at noon! Please sign up by Nov 5th…prepay and preregistration required. Register HERE.
Precept Bible Study – Spiritual Gifts God has called you and equipped you as a believer in Christ to serve His church. As you study the spiritual gifts described in Scripture, you will learn more about how you, as a vital member of the church, have been uniquely gifted to glorify God and edify His people. Wednesdays, November 15, 22, 29 and January 10, 17, 7:00-9:00 pm Book choice: In & Out (less homework) or Precept Upon Precept (more homework). Register Online starting October 22. Register HERE. $18 – pick up book at registration table in Church Foyer on Sunday, November 5 or 12 before or after service. Contact: precept@whyteridgebaptist.ca
Meet Jesus Bible Study – Practice English and learn about Jesus from the Bible as we meet each Sunday, 9:00am in the Fireside Room. Contact Brenda.
Come to the Quiet Prayer Time – A prayer gathering guided by scripture, Wednesdays, 10:30—noon. Contact: Erika Cooper.
Missions / Justice and Mercy Ministries (JAM)
WRBC Missions Prayer Card 2023: WRBC-Missions-Prayer-Card-2023-Final (hardcopy available at the Welcome Centre).
Harvest Manitoba—Food bank donations may be left in the box located in the foyer next to the mail folders. Any non-perishables are appreciated, especially pancake mix and syrup, canned fruit/vegetables, canned meat/fish especially salmon. Please do not bring perishable items. Thank you!
Help us support Family Support Centre! We will have a bin in the foyer (left side of the mail folders) at church to collect your donations of baby formula (Enfamil is the most requested, but any brand is appreciated!). Drop off any time. Contact: Karen Owzarek (204-832-0113).
Kids at the Ridge Programming Announcement!
A registration form must be completed for all children in Nursery up to grade six. This form is required by our insurance to be completed each year for each child attending our kids programming throughout the year.
Little Lambs Nursery – ages 6 months up to age 2
SONSeekers Preschool – Age 3 and 4
SONSeekers Elementary – Kindergarten to Grade 4
The Wave – Grade 5 and 6
Register Here: https://whyteridgebaptist.breezechms.com/form/childregistration2023-24
POLO (Parents of Little Ones) Tuesdays, 9:30am – noon. An open time of connection and play for parents/caregivers with their little ones. Meet in the Nursery. Bring a coffee. Bring a friend! For more info contact Sheilla Taylor.
4HG – For His Glory (Youth Ministries)
If you do not receive the weekly emails, or if you have any other questions, please email Pastor Rudy.
Instagram: @4hgyouth.
Please complete the 4HG Registration Form (grades 6-12) to attend 4HG events (one time registration for 2021 – 2022).
Join us on Instagram (@4hgyouth) and on Facebook. For details regarding 4HG, contact: Pastor Rudy Wall.
September 8 Kick-off—A Maze in Corn, 6:30-8:30pm, cost, $13.
interacT meets on Monday nights at 7:00 pm at 2405 McGillivray. If you are not receiving our updates, contact Rudy Wall .
Instagram: @wrbcyoungadults
Facebook: INTERACt: WRBC young adults
For more information contact Pastor Rudy
Ways to Give
Ways to give at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church: For those who are looking for a way to give to the mission of Whyte Ridge Baptist Church, options can be found at whyteridgebaptist.ca/GIVE.
To electronically transfer funds to WRBC please use the email: give@whyteridgebaptist.ca. No password required. Include in the message portion of your e-transfer the following information:
- Full name and address of the person to be receipted.
- Your preferred Fund: General Fund, Capital Asset Fund, Missions Trips Fund or Benevolent Fund. If desiring more than one Fund please include dollar amount for each. In the event that no Fund is chosen the full amount will go into the General Fund.
To donate by text, Text GIVE to 833-717-0741 and further instructions will follow! It’s easy!
If questions, email give@whyteridgebaptist.ca.
Additional Information
Baptism and Membership – If you are feeling led to become baptized or pursue membership at WRBC, or if you have any questions about these things, please feel free to contact the office.
Log in to the Whyte Ridge Baptist Online Church Directory at whyteridgebaptist.ca/DIRECTORY. If you have not received an email invitation to join our Online Church Directory and regularly attend at WRBC, please click here. For additional details on our Directory click here. Hard copies of the Breeze online church directory are available at the Welcome Centre.
WRBC Online Resource Centre – Right Now Media FREE Access Request Form THOUSANDS of video and studies, including HUNDREDS of children’s videos.
Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering – Protect yourself and family with Covenant Eyes Internet Accountability and Filtering, and join the WRBC Covenant Community for an exclusive $4 / month discount code (applied at check out). For additional details, including pricing, click here.
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