September 22, 2025 - This Week at McIvor

Weekly Worship Service

On Sunday at 10 a.m. Pastor Jon will continue with Stories from Scripture, preaching a sermon entitled God’s Name is Revealed, based on Exodus 2:23-25; 3:1-15; 4:10-17; John 8:58.

Following Sunday’s service, ushers will be at the back of the church to receive any contributions you may want to give to the Caregivers Fund. The Caregivers Fund is administered by the Caregivers Team. As practical needs arise within the congregation, or with people connected to the congregation, the team discusses and discerns an appropriate amount to contribute towards the need. The funds are used in a discrete manner and the Caregivers Team protects the privacy of the individuals or family. For more information talk to Clara, Jake, Geri, Carol or Pastor Sherryl.

There are many informal ways to volunteer–especially on Sunday mornings. Please welcome the stranger, show them where they can get something to drink, where the bathrooms are and even if they need directions to the sanctuary. Let’s notice and welcome those who may come through our doors Sunday morning that are new faces to us!

COMMUNITY NEWS

Thank You!

We would like to thank the Christian Education Committee for organizing the Church Picnic on Sunday. Thanks also to all who participated…it was a great turnout and fun to spend time together!

McIvor Foodbank Nominated for Volunteer Service Award!

Let’s give a big THANK YOU to Rodney, Jeannette and all the others from McIvor (and beyond) that volunteer with Harvest Manitoba. McIvor Church has been nominated for a Volunteer Service Award through Harvest Manitoba for all the hard work done serving the community and having extras like breakfast! The awards ceremony is on Monday at 7 p.m. and we will update you on whether we won the award or not.

Finance Committee Update

We have sent out the balance of funds this month for the agencies and missionaries we support, rather than wait until the end of the year. Therefore, the deficit is overstated by $40K compared to this time last year.

Giving is down approximately 19% compared to the same time period as last year. “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it.” – ‭‭Malachi‬ ‭3‬:‭10

Updating Personal Information on Realm

Realm is the software and mobile app that we use as a church directory to communicate with you and to track giving and to generate receipts. Please update your information to facilitate this. If you are NOT in the Realm church directory, please consider having your information added. You may do this in several ways:

at the table in the foyer on Sundays following the services,
using this online form,
or directly through the Realm Connect App on your mobile device (download here).

Your picture can also be updated as we have a photographer available this Sunday after church.

First Aid Certification Opportunity

We are offering first aid (first time and recertification) for those who are part of McIvor ministries. The cost of the course will be covered by the church and it would be one afternoon or evening. We’re hoping for a couple people from most ministries to join us for the training. If you are interested, please let Pastor Mikayla know prior to September 30.

Supervised Playtime and Sunday School

Supervised Playtime for young children is offered during the worship service on most Sundays.

Sunday School for children preschool to grade 5 are offered in two classes following the service:

Preschool to Grade 1 – meet in the preschool play area
Grades 2-5 – meet downstairs in the Kids Chapel

We are looking for those willing to help with Supervised Playtime during the service, or to help teach Sunday School. Contact Monica for more information.

Adult Education Class begins Sunday, 11 a.m.

This fall our Adult Education Classes will feature video sessions from Steinbach Bible College’s 2025 Leadership Conference with speaker Rick Langer. The series is titled Winsome Conviction: Disagreeing without Dividing the Church. Recent times have shown us that Christians across denominations, and even within individual churches, have significant disagreements on things that really matter. This polarizing effect demonstrates that we don’t know how to disagree well, leaving many feeling like they need to choose between having convictions, or having unity. Dr. Langer is hopeful for a better way, in which Christians hold strong and well-formed convictions, and disagreeing well can be a catalyst for deeper fellowship and unity among and within churches.

Community Supper and Kids Club Family Kick-Off Event – Thursday, 5-6:30 p.m. (come and go)

Our next Community Supper will be on Thursday from 5-6:30 p.m. Harvest, Razorback and Kids Club families have been invited to join us for a come and go style supper. We had a wonderful supper in June with about 120 participants. Now we are partnering with our Kids Club program to provide family activities from 6:30-7:45 p.m. All ages are welcome!

The church is providing hotdogs and hamburgers and we are asking you to bring salads and cookies. We are not expecting our guests to bring anything. We also need people to help with simple kitchen duties, table and chair set up/take down and to make coffee. Contact Ron for more information.

Most importantly, WE NEED YOU! Please come out and support our community outreach–a wonderful opportunity to visit and connect with our neighbours in a meaningful way.

“For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: ‘Love your neighbour as yourself.’” Galatians 5:14

McIvor Kids Club begins Thursday

Kids Club is moving to Thursday evenings this fall! Our midweek kids programming is expanding to include Kindergarten to Grade 5 and will run from 6:45 to 8 p.m. on Thursdays.

We are looking for volunteers to help with our registration table and the setup and cleanup of snacks, as well as 2 people willing to drive 2-4 kids to and/or from Kids’ Club, who would not otherwise have the means to attend. If you are willing to help, please contact Monica.

English as an Additional Language (EAL) Class (6 weeks, beginning October 30, 10 a.m.)

If you or anyone you know might be interested in learning English as an additional language, McIvor is offering EAL Classes. We are looking for people willing to attend and engage in conversation with students.

THIS WEEK AT MCIVOR

Monday, 7-9 p.m. – Pickleball
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 and Kids Club Family Kick-Off
Thursday, 6:30-7:45 p.m. – Kids’ Club Kickoff and Family Activities
Friday, 9-11 a.m. – Pickleball
Sunday, 11 a.m. – Sunday School and Adult Education begin: Winsome Conviction Part 1b

UPCOMING EVENTS

October 12 – Thanksgiving Sunday Giving Project Showcase
October 26, 1-4 p.m. – Community Swap Meet
October 30, 10 a.m. – English as an Additional Language (EAL) Class begins
November 8 – Congregational Meeting with breakfast
November 16 – Baptism and Membership, with celebration to follow

OPPORTUNITIES

CCMBC Legacy Fund and Advisors with Purpose

CCMBC Legacy Fund has partnered with Advisors with Purpose (AwP) (see a list of partners) and we would like to share an exciting program that we believe will help you! AwP are part of the family of ministries of Financial Discipleship Canada and they offer planned giving specialists who can help people think through their estate decisions and create a plan for their Will that reflects their life, faith and values. Because of our partnership with AwP, you have access to the services of their Christian planned giving specialists without cost or obligation. Read more.

Paraguay Comes to Canada! – Stories in Song

Everyone is warmly invited to a concert featuring music, dance and stories of God’s faithfulness from students living in a slum in Paraguay. This FREE CONCERT will be in Winnipeg twice: Thursday, September 25, at 7 p.m. at Covenant Christian Reformed Church and Sunday, September 28, at 3 pm at Springfield Heights Mennonite Church. Read more.

Square One World Media Focus on Faith Fundraising Event–October 2, 7 p.m., Blue Cross Park

Join Square One World Media, producers, pastors, educators, supporters and young creatives for an engaging and inspiring evening of storytelling, testimony and vision as we celebrate and explore the evolution of Christ-centred media. This is a special opportunity to witness the impact of faith-fuelled media and be a part of what God is doing through new and emerging platforms. RSVP or learn more.

Donwood Soup and Pie Fundraiser – October 3, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., Donwood Auditorium

Pre-booking at 204.668.4410 is preferred. Call 204.668.4410. $15/person (additional donations are appreciated). Hosted by the Donwood Manor Ladies Auxiliary, all funds raised will go to Donwood projects. Read more.

CCMBC Equip 2025 – October 21-23, North Kildonan MB Church

What does it mean to be peacemakers in our culture of conflict and division, chaos and confusion? Join us for EQUIP 2025–an event for MB church leaders and everyday disciples for encouragement, reflection and greater focus on our MB Confession of Faith (specifically Articles 12 and 13, also known as our Peace Position).

Featuring voices from across the MB family, we will explore:

Peacemaking as Kingdom witness
Reconciliation in families, churches, and communities
Faithful engagement with justice, politics, and public service
Global stories of peace in the face of violence

Let’s seek the gospel way of peace, together. Learn more and to register.

Steve Bell Concert – The Bell & the Bard – November 2, 7 p.m.

Christian singer-songwriter Steve Bell will be teaming with renowned English poet Malcolm Guite for this collaborative concert on November 2 at 7 p.m. at the West End Cultural Centre. Learn more and buy tickets.

** 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 22, 2025 – This Week at McIvor