September 21, 2026 - This Week at McIvor

On Sunday at 10 a.m., Pastor Jon will be speaking from Genesis 39:1-23; Matthew 5:11-12 to continue our series from the Narrative Lectionary, History and Promise, with a sermon entitled Joseph in Prison.

Sunday School for elementary aged children will follow the service. Children and parents, please meet at the back of the sanctuary to fill out registration forms if you have not already done so.

COMMUNITY NEWS

Financial Snapshot (as of August 31, 2026)

	Actual this year to August 31	% of Budget	Annual Budget
Total Revenues	$310,254	59%	$524,300
Total Expenses	($326,485)	62%	($528,855)
Net Total	($16,231)		($4,555)

Thank you for your faithful giving to McIvor Church. We are grateful for your financial gifts.

Regards, Geri Dyck

On behalf of the Finance Committee: Roger Friesen, Geri Dyck and Wilma Pries

McIvor Jubilee Celebration – 50 Years: Come and See What God Has Done – October 3-4, 2026

We are excited to celebrate McIvor’s 50th Anniversary this fall! Our celebration will include a Jubilee Celebration Banquet on Saturday at 6 p.m. Tickets will be sold for $25 each (advance purchase only) in the foyer before and after Worship Services. You can also contact the office to reserve your tickets. Payment methods are cash, cheque to McIvor Church, or e-transfer to [email protected]. Please indicate “Jubilee Banquet.”

Activities during the weekend will include:

Saturday

3:30-5:30 p.m. Building Tours
6 p.m. Jubilee Celebration Banquet

Sunday

10 a.m. Worship Service
12-2:30 p.m. Family Fun Day Birthday Party

Here are some ways that you can help. Read more about the Year of Jubilee.

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+ Walk and Talk Leadership Team

It has been decided that it is time to re-imagine our 55+ Walk and Talk ministry going forward. Most importantly, new members are needed for the leadership team. If you would like to be a part of this conversation, please let Pastor Jon know.

Kids Club Volunteers Needed – Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. beginning September 24

We are looking for the following volunteers to help monthly:

in our Lego building room (1 person)
with the registration table and snack set up (1 person)
with driving a family of four to our Community Suppers (1 person)
with foyer security during Kids Club (2 people)

Please contact Monica if you are able to help out in any of these ways.

Junior Youth – Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. beginning September 24

Junior Youth, for grades 5-7, will be held at the same time as Kids Club on Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. We will meet in the Youth room and do the Alpha Youth Series. Snacks will be provided. Contact Pastor Tamira for more information.

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.

Feedback on Thursday Summer Services

Pastor Jon is inviting feedback on this summer’s Thursday evening services from those who attended. Contact Pastor Jon.

McIvor Job Postings

Let’s continue to 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

Please 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.

THIS WEEK AT MCIVOR

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

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 29, 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Movers and Shakers Parkinson’s Support Group
October 3-4 – McIvor Church Jubilee Celebration
October 3, 6 p.m. – Jubilee Celebration Banquet

OPPORTUNITIES

MBCI Employment Opportunities

M B CI has several employment opportunities available, including a full-time Library Technician. Read more.

Donwood Auxiliary Soup and Pie Fundraiser–October 2, 4-6 p.m.

You are invited to participate in Donwood Auxiliary’s upcoming Soup and Pie Fundraiser on Friday, October 2, 2026, 4-6 p.m. in the EPH Auditorium.

The soup will be lovingly prepared by our talented professional cooks, and a variety of delicious buns and homemade desserts will be available courtesy of the wonderful volunteers of The Auxiliary Team. Tickets for the event are $15 each, all funds collected help support quality Recreation Programming and Projects in the Personal Care Home for the benefit of our residents.

Kindly reserve your seat by contacting the Office Coordinator by email or phone at 204.668.4410. Payment is requested at the time of booking–all major credit cards accepted. Additional donations to support Donwood projects are gratefully accepted with our thanks. Please note that parking will be made available in the back of the building for the event.

Thank you in advance for your generous support and encouragement of programming at Donwood.

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.

MB Seminary Courses Now Offered at Eastview Community Church

Teaching Churches are partnerships between MB Seminary and a local congregation that provides students and other learners with seminary-quality education and training that is contextualized for the church. Learners can earn undergraduate credits, graduate certificates, or even a master’s degree locally at Eastview Community Church! Alternatively, learners can also participate in the teaching workshops for their own personal interest, helping them to serve God and their church more effectively.

Come learn in community at an upcoming MB Seminary workshop at Eastview Community Church. Professor Andrew Dyck will lead a two-day workshop on Spiritual Formation for Ministry on October 16 (6:30-9:30 p.m.) and October 17 (8:30-4:30 p.m.). If you want to gain knowledge for your ministry role or for personal enrichment, consider this great opportunity. All are welcome! For more information and to register, visit mbseminary.ca/winnipeg.

** 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.

September 21, 2026 – This Week at McIvor