Weekly Worship Service

Sunday at 10 a.m. Pastor Jon will continue our new series, 1 Samuel: Who Is Your King?, speaking from 1 Samuel 4:1-7:17 with a sermon entitled Whose God Is This?. Read more about the sermon series. Sunday School for children aged preschool to grade 5 will follow the service.

Condolences to Erma Peters and her Family 

Tuesday, October 29, Lloyd Peters passed away suddenly at St. Boniface hospital at 91 years old. He and his wife, Erma, of 68 years were residents at Donwood in the Personal Care Home. A Memorial Service will be at McIvor Church on December 20 at 11 a.m. with reception to follow and interment at Glen Eden Memorial Gardens. Let’s pray for Erma as she grieves. Erma is grateful for the support that she is receiving from the staff at Donwood. Read more.

“Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will not be shaken.” Psalm 62:5-6

Help Kids’ Club Flourish! – Wednesdays, 7 p.m.

Thank you to all the volunteers who have already signed up to help make our midweek Kids’ Club happen again this year. We are still looking for at least one more volunteer to help one Wednesday a month to ensure the program can run to its fullest potential. Please speak to Monica Friesen if you would be willing to help this ministry flourish.

55+ Walk and Talk Christmas Advent Lunch, featuring The B-Side Apostles – December 5, 12 p.m.

55+ Walk and Talk is once again hosting a Christmas Advent Lunch, featuring The B-Side Apostles on December 5. This is a catered turkey dinner and entertainment. Tickets ($25) are only available in advance and may be purchased most Sundays in the foyer.

Worship and Audio Team Opportunity

We are looking for singers and musicians who have a passion for worshipping Jesus and for those who would enjoy serving as part of our Audio Team. If you or someone you know may be interested, please talk to Anne (worship), Isaac (audio), or another member of these teams.

Updated Draft of the McIvor ORG Manual

A draft of the recently updated McIvor ORG Manual is available to review. If you are interested in doing so, please contact the office.

Sound of Hope Movie Premiere – November 8, 7 p.m., Calvary Temple

The movie premiere Sound of Hope, presented by CareImpact, is a 2024 award-winning film on the true story of Donna and Reverend Martin as they ignite a fire in the hearts of their rural church to embrace kids in foster who nobody else would take. You will be encouraged by what one church can do when they say YES to God’s call! A night to be inspired, be challenged and get curious on how you can respond well to local crises–against all odds. See the trailer. Admission is free. RSVP now or simply come. Learn more.

Steve Bell Concert–November 15, 7:30 p.m., Burton Cummings Theatre

Christian singer-songwriter Steve Bell will be performing in Winnipeg with his band (featuring special guest pianist Mike Janzen) on Friday, November 15, 7:30 p.m. at the Burton Cummings Theatre, 364 Smith St. The concert is celebrating his 23rd album release, The Glad Surprise. Click here for more information and here to purchase tickets.

Christmas Carol Concert and Sing-Along – One Hope Canada – December 7, 4 p.m.

Usher in the Christmas season in support of One Hope Canada during a very special Christmas Carol Concert and Sing-Along, featuring music director Howard Bredin and special guests The Chapel Brass Band and Male Chorus at Springfield Heights Mennonite Church (570 Sharon Bay South). The evening will also feature stories of how One Hope Canada is sharing the love of Jesus with children, youth and families. Admission is free, with an opportunity to support this work and ministry via a free-will offering.

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

This Week at McIvor

• Monday, 6-7 p.m. – Pickleball with kids
• Monday, 7-9 p.m. – Pickleball for adults
• Tuesday, 3-8 p.m. – Quilters
• Wednesday, 7-9 p.m. – Youth
• Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. – Kids’ Club
• Thursday, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. – Harvest Manitoba Food Bank
• Friday, 9-11 a.m. – Pickleball for adults
• Sunday, 10 a.m. – Worship Service, followed by Sunday School

Looking Ahead

• November 12, 3-8 p.m. – Quilters
• November 13, 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. – MCC Quilt Tying
• November 16, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. – Quilters
• November 19, 9:30-11 a.m. – 55+ Walk and Talk
• November 20, 9:30 a.m.–12 p.m. – MCC Quilt Tying
• December 1, 11:30 a.m.–3 p.m. – Family Fun Day
• December 5, 12-2 p.m. – 55+ Walk and Talk Christmas Advent Lunch, featuring The B-Side Apostles

Ways to Give

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

Staying Connected

If you would like to receive our weekly email This Week at McIvor, please contact the office.

The Staying Connected weekly newsletter for our Church family is available here. A limited number of hard copies are also available at the Information Center and/or near the mailboxes.

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

Right Now Media

As a part of McIvor Church, you have free access to RightNow Media and its library of more than 20,000 video Bible studies. You can watch on your own, with your kids, or as a small group. Download the app on your smartphone, table, computer or Smart TV by searching “rightnow media” on the Apple App Store or Google Play. Click here to access.

** Church Office hours are Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. **