April 20, 2026 - This Week at McIvor

Sunday at 10 a.m. we will gather together for our worship service and welcome back Matt Janzen, who will continue with Stories From Scripture. Matt will speak from Acts 16:16-34; Luke 6:18-19, 22-23 with a sermon entitled Paul and Silas in Prison.

Sunday School for ages preschool through grade 5 will be offered following the service.

COMMUNITY NEWS

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 Sherryl.

Meal Train for the Schroeders

We are collaborating on a Meal Train for the Schroeders, supplying them with some meals. Click here to access the meal train for details. Please contact the office if you have any questions.

McIvor Coffeehouse Volunteers

We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our Sunday morning coffeehouse team. If you enjoy serving others, connecting with great people, and being part of a fun, welcoming environment, this is for you.

No experience needed–full Barista training is provided. You’ll serve once a month and pick up valuable skills along the way.

Come be part of a ministry that helps create a warm and inviting space for our church family each week. If you are interested, contact Luke or send a message to 204.451.9902.

55+ Walk and Talk – Tuesday, 9:30-11 a.m.

Pastor Pierre will talk about his conversion to Christ and God’s call to serve the Kingdom as seminary professor, speaker and writer. He will also reflect on how, in this time of deep cultural inflection, the church can point the younger generation back to the living God and reinject life into the foundations of our dying culture. In case you thought Pierre is just an academic lost in the lofty heights of the proverbial ivory tower, he often tells people he once had a real job as a truck driver for Canada Safeway in Swan River and The Pas many years ago. Enjoy fellowship and bring your mug and a snack to share!

Community Supper – Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m.

All are welcome Thursday from 5-6:30 p.m. for our next Community Supper. Harvest, Razorback and Kids Club families are invited to join us for this come and go style dinner.

We are asking people to bring a lasagna or large casserole. We are also looking for volunteers to help with table and chair set up/take down and/or light kitchen duties, please sign up in the church foyer, or contact Ron.

Family Carnival Event – Thursday, 5:30-7:45 p.m.

We are partnering with our Kids Club program in hosting family carnival activities including a clown, popcorn, cotton candy stations beginning at 5:30 p.m. Following the Community Supper at 6:30 p.m. the clown will put on a show in the foyer. All ages are welcome!

Save the Date: Baby Shower for Pastor Mikayla – April 26, 2 p.m.

Ladies please save the date and keep April 26 at 2 p.m. open for Pastor Mikayla’s baby shower. Please see her registry for some gift ideas. Also note that thrifted and homemade gifts are very welcome!

Adult Education: Excursions into the Torah with Pierre Gilbert – May 3, 11:10 a.m.

The Old Testament is the most remarkable collection of books ever to appear in human history. In this series, we will focus particularly on the Torah (the Pentateuch), with special emphasis on the creation account. Upcoming sessions will be offered on May 3, May 10, May 17 and May 24.

McIvor Job Postings

Please pray for the people that God already has in mind to fill these open positions (click to see the job description):

Lead Pastor – FTE 1.0
Worship Coordinator – FTE 0.2

Feel free to pass on these employment opportunities to those who might be a good fit for this season at McIvor. There are also hard copies of these job descriptions available at the Information Centre. Contact [email protected] for more information.

Save the Date: McIvor’s 50th Anniversary – October 3-4, 2026

We are excited to celebrate McIvor’s 50th Anniversary this fall! Please save the dates of October 3 and 4! Further details will be forthcoming, but a dinner will be included on Saturday night.

THIS WEEK AT MCIVOR

Monday, 7-9 p.m. – Pickleball
Tuesday, 9:30-11 a.m. – 55+ Walk and Talk with Pastor Pierre
Tuesday, 3-8 p.m. – Quilters
Wednesday, 7 p.m. – Youth
Thursday, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. – Harvest Manitoba Food Bank
Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m. – Community Supper
Thursday, 5:30-7:45 p.m. – Family Carnival Activities
Friday, 9:30-11 a.m. – Pickleball
Sunday, 10 a.m. – Worship Service
Sunday, 11:10 a.m. – Sunday School for children ages preschool to grade 5
Sunday, 11:10 a.m. – Adult Education: Excursions into the Torah with Pastor Pierre
Sunday, 2 p.m. – Baby Shower for Pastor Mikayla

UPCOMING EVENTS

April 28, 6:30-8 p.m. – Movers and Shakers
April 30, 10-11:30 a.m. – New session of EAL Classes begins
May 24 – 3rd Annual Hobby and Car Show
May 31, 2026 – Spring Congregational Meeting with Lunch
June 13 – Bridal Shower for Heather Dyck
October 3-4 – McIvor Church’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

OPPORTUNITIES

Simonhouse Bible Camp Summer Opportunities

Simonhouse Bible Camp is looking for staff for the upcoming summer season:

Leaders-In-Training (male, age 16+): Work as a junior cabin leader and take part in formal camp leadership and discipleship sessions. A great way to get started in camp ministry.
Leader-In-Training Director: 12-week position starting late May, a Senior Staffing role that would be a great opportunity for Bible College students. This is a mentoring/teaching role responsible for creating and implementing the LIT program.
Nurses (1-2 weeks): Duties include handling scheduled medications and attending to injuries and illness. A great opportunity to interact with campers and be part of the team.
Assistant Cooks (1+ week): Assist in preparing meals for the day under the direction of the Food Services Coordinator.
Maintenance Help: Consider a week or more of serving this summer. Light maintenance is always needed to keep our site in great shape.

More information is available at simonhouse.ca or by contacting Darrell or at 204.687.3340.

** 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.

April 20, 2026 – This Week at McIvor