Weekly Worship Service

Our next weekly service will be Sunday at 10 a.m. and we will celebrate the third Advent with Pastor Mikayla speaking on An Advent Song of Ascents: The Lord’s Highway from Isaiah 35:1-10, Psalm 146:5-10. Following the service, kids ages 4-14 are invited to Sunday School.

This Advent season we will be collecting food items for Harvest Manitoba. If you would like to contribute please bring your non-perishable food items to church during the next weeks and place them in the manager in the foyer.

Prayer Focus: Stand as a Signal

“In that day the heir to David’s throne will be a banner of salvation to all the world. The nations will rally to Him and the land where He lives will be a glorious place.” Isaiah 11:10

“I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in Him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13

Advent Series 2023: An Advent Song of Ascents

The opening words of Psalm 122 capture some of the Advent spirit for this year, “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord.’”  

Advent is a season of anticipation, of watching and waiting for Christ’s return, but it is also a reminder that we are a work in progress. While we are anticipating, we also look back and remember the time when God broke into our history and became present to humanity in a remarkable way.

• First Advent: Up to Restoration, Pastor Kim – Isaiah 2:1-5, Psalm 122
• Second Advent: Stand as a Signal, Sherryl Koop – Isaiah 11:1-10, Romans 15:4-13
• Third Advent: The Lord’s Highway, Pastor Mikayla – Isaiah 35:1-10, Psalm 146:5-10
• Fourth Advent: Give you a Sign, Pastor Kim – Isaiah 7:10-16, Matthew 1:18-25

Family News

Our condolences to and prayers for these families who lost loved ones this week:

Charlotte Klassen and her family on the passing of Cornelius (Neil) Klassen on December 5. Neil is survived by his wife Charlotte (Lottie) and two sons, Nelson and Darren and their families. The funeral will be at Eastview Church on Tuesday, December 12 at 1 p.m.

Henry and Mary Bergmann, and Willy and Betty Plett on the loss of Mary and Willy’s brother, Abe Plett of Steinbach who passed away on December 8. Abe celebrated his 90th birthday in April. Funeral arrangements are pending.

“The Lord cares deeply when His loved ones die.” Psalm 116:15

Blue Christmas Service at McIvor – December 21 at 7 p.m.

This is a service of hope and healing for anyone that is hurting during the Christmas season. Join us as we reflect on God’s love through liturgy and music. There will be time for coffee and visiting after the service. There are invitations at the Welcome Centre for you to give to family and friends that may like to attend.

Covenant Church Handel’s Messiah – December 15-17 

Covenant Church invites you to celebrate the coming of the King this Christmas with Handel’s Messiah December 15-17. The Friday and Saturday’s performances will be at 7 p.m. and the shortened Sunday matinee at 3 p.m. will have exciting features for families with young children. The concerts will feature a 90-voice community choir highlighted by up-and-coming soloists and a 20-member chamber orchestra directed by Dr. Stuart Sladden. Admission is $30 for the Friday and Saturday performances and $15 for Sunday (children 12 and under are free on Sunday). Tickets can be purchased here, with all proceeds going towards Harvest Manitoba.

Staying Connected Weekly Newsletter

This weekly newsletter for our Church family is available here. A limited number of hard copies are available at the Connect Center and/or near the mailboxes.

Watch Our Services

Our worship services are available to livestream or watch at your convenience.

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

This Week at McIvor

• Monday, 7 p.m. – Pickleball
• Tuesday, 3-8 p.m. – Quilters Group
• Wednesday, 7 p.m. – Youth Group
• Wednesday, 7 p.m. – Kids Club (grades 2-5)
• Thursday, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. – Harvest Manitoba Food Bank
• Friday, 9 a.m. – Pickleball

Looking Ahead

• December 18, 7 p.m. – Last Pickleball of 2023
• December 21, 7 p.m. – Blue Christmas Service
• December 24, 10 a.m. – Family Christmas Eve Worship Service
• December 24, 8 p.m. – Traditional Candlelight Service

Ways to Give: We accept donations by cash or cheque, as well as e-transfers to [email protected]. To arrange a gift via Direct Deposit or Credit Card, please contact the office.

Please exercise caution during these winter months, as the sidewalks and parking lot may be slippery!

** Church office hours this week are Tuesday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We will be closed exceptionally on Wednesday and Thursday. **