October 5, 2026 - This Week at McIvor

On Sunday at 10 a.m. Pastor Jon will resume our series History & Promise with a sermon entitled Covenants and Commandments from Deuteronomy 4:32-40; Matthew 5:17-19. There will be no Sunday School this week.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Condolences on the Passing of Art Redekopp

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to Bill and Margaret Fast, and Ed and Agnes Redekopp on the passing of their brother Arthur Bryan Redekopp on Saturday, September 26. Read his obituary. Per Arthur’s wishes, the family will be celebrating his life in private.

^“And now, dear brothers and sisters, we want you to know what will happen to the believers who have died so you will not grieve like people who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with him the believers who have died.” 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

55+ Winnipeg Trolley Tour – October 20, 1 p.m.

Attention 55+ Folks! A Winnipeg Trolley Tour is being offered on October 20th at 1 p.m. If you have signed up already, Hilda will be at a table in the foyer on Sunday to pay for your ticket.

Sign Up to Join a Small Group

We are offering a number of Small Groups this year into 2027. If you would like to join one of them, contact Pastor Jon. Get the details here.

Interested in Baptism, Church Membership or Child Dedication?

If you are interested in being baptized, joining McIvor Church or having your child dedicated, please contact Pastor Jon.

Looking for a New 55+ Leadership Team

We are re-imagining our 55+ ministry and are looking for new members for the leadership team. If you would like to be a part of this conversation, please let Pastor Jon know.

Adoption Party for Georgia Lazaruk – October 25, 2-4 p.m.

All ages are invited to an Adoption Party for Georgia Lazaruk on Sunday, October 25 from 2-4 p.m. in the Church Atrium. Contributions to a group gift will be collected by Pastor Tamira in the foyer on October 11 and 18.

Help Wanted: Snacks for Youth and Junior Youth

We are in need of snacks for Youth and Junior Youth. We would like to keep items like chips and drinks and savoury snacks from the frozen foods section, ready to distribute as needed. Please consider bringing items to the church and leaving them with Pastor Tamira or in the freezer in the kitchen. Thank you for always caring for our youth!

Counselling Services Coming in Fall – September 2026-April 2027

Meghan Fowler, a student in the Providence Theological Seminary’s Master of Counselling program, is completing her practicum in partnership with McIvor, under the supervision of licensed therapist, Carolyn O. Klassen, O.T. Reg. (MB), MAMFT. She is moving into therapy after years in church ministry as a pastor and worship director and holds an MA in Theological Studies from Regent College.

Meghan Fowler will be offering low-cost* counselling at McIvor MB Church until April, 2027. This is a wonderful opportunity for McIvor congregants to receive Christian counselling. Please contact the office if you are interested. Read more about Meghan and her approach to therapy here.

*Sessions are free for people who attend McIvor Mennonite Brethren Church. For those who do not attend McIvor, the fee is only $20 per session, which goes directly toward covering Meghan’s supervision fees. If cost is in any way a barrier for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Meghan about it. Please Note: For all clients, there is a $20 fee for sessions missed with less than 1 full business-day notice.

THIS WEEK AT MCIVOR

Monday, 7-9 p.m. – Pickleball
Tuesday, 1-3:30 p.m. – Plan to Protect Training
Wednesday, 7 p.m. – Youth (Grade 6-12)
Thursday, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. – Harvest Manitoba Food Bank
Thursday, 6:45-8 p.m. – Kids Club (K-Grade 5)
Thursday, 6:45-8 p.m. – Junior Youth (Grade 5-7)
Friday, 9:30-11 a.m. – Pickleball
Sunday, 10 a.m. – Worship Service

UPCOMING EVENTS

October 13, 3-8 p.m. – Quilters
October 17, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. – Quilters
October 20, 1 p.m. – 55+ Winnipeg Trolley Tour
October 22, 10-11:30 a.m. – English as Additional Language Class Kick Off

OPPORTUNITIES

MBCI Opening Program – Tuesday, 7 p.m.

The MBCI Leadership Team invites you to attend the MBCI Opening Program on Tuesday, October 6, 7 p.m. During our time together we will commit our year to God’s care, get to know new staff, recognize long-serving staff at significant milestones and enjoy some musical offerings from our students. Following the program there is an opportunity to visit classrooms and catch up with friends.

MBCI also has several employment opportunities available, including a full-time Library Technician and full-time Evening Custodial and Rentals Assistant. Read more.

Square One World Media B-Side Apostles Fundraising Concert – October 28, 6:30 p.m.

Square O ne World Media is hosting a fundraising concert at Fort Garry MB Church, where you can enjoy some classic pop and gospel tunes from The B-Side Apostles, as well as celebrate and say farewell to Executive Director of 10 years, Shoaib Ebadi.

There is no sign-up or RSVP necessary; come one, come all! Details are here. Contact Square One World Media if you have any questions.

Homemade Meat Bun Fundraiser for Donwood Manor Auxiliary – until November 9

The Donwood Manor Auxiliary is pleased to present our Meat Bun Fundraiser, with all funds raised helping to support quality programming and projects in the Personal Care Home. To order, please call 204.668.4410 by November 9, or email [email protected]. Pick up will be November 21 from 9-11 a.m. The homemade meat buns are $15 per dozen. Additional donations are also gratefully accepted.

** Please consult the bulletin board for other events and opportunities, including missionary updates and job postings. **

GIVING

We accept donations by cash, cheque, e-transfers to [email protected], or via credit card. For Direct Deposit, contact the office 204.339.1691.

October 5, 2026 – This Week at McIvor