September 29, 2025 - This Week at McIvor

Weekly Worship Service

On Sunday at 10 a.m. Pastor Sherryl will continue with Stories from Scripture, preaching a sermon entitled God Provides Manna, based on Exodus 16:1-18; John 6:51. Sunday School for children ages Preschool to Grade 5 will follow the service.

COMMUNITY NEWS

McIvor Foodbank: Harvest Manitoba Agency of the Year!

McIvor Church Foodbank won the Harvest Manitoba Agency of the Year Award! The hard work of Rodney and the teams of volunteers led to a nomination and a recognized win over more than 380 agencies in Manitoba. Rodney accepted the award at the Harvest Banquet held on September 22. Let’s be sure to give our congratulations to those who have served in our foodbank program being Jesus Christ ‘with skin on’!

“Thank you to all the folks on this wonderful team who help ensure families have access to food. We appreciate the hard work and dedication each person devotes with kindness. Thank you ALL, Harvest Crew.”

Thank You from Dave Ens at One88

“Our friends at McIvor Church, we want to say thank you for the generous donation of hygiene supplies. We are so appreciative of your ongoing partnership with us. May God continue to work in you as a faith community. For the love of Christ compels us. In Christ’s love, Dave”

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).

Extra Winter Clothing?

We are looking for winter clothing for families who have recently arrived in Canada. All sizes are welcome, but especially kids’ jackets, toques, etc. Please bring all donations to the church office.

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 by Tuesday, September 30.

Looking to Connect and Serve?

Here are some Volunteer Outreach Opportunities:

Supervised Playtime, Sunday School – Those willing to help with Supervised Playtime during the service, or helping teach Sunday School, contact Monica.
Kids Club – We are looking for volunteers to help with our registration table and the setup and cleanup of snacks,and 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.
Community Supper – We need people to help with simple kitchen duties, table and chair set up/take down and to make coffee. Contact Ron for more information.

Thanksgiving Sunday Giving Project Showcase – October 12, 11 a.m.

Join us in the gym following the service for some pie, fellowship and crafts for the kids. We will also have a showcase of some of our outreach ministries with information on how you can get involved or support financially. Please bring a pie to share if you are able.

Adult Education Class – Winsome Conviction Part 2a – October 19, 11 a.m.

The Adult Education Class Winsome Conviction will resume October 19 after the service with Part 2a. If you missed Part 1, you can catch up and watch it here.

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 Swap Meet – October 26, 1-4 p.m.

Bring your household items, clothing, toys, etc. to contribute to the swap on October 25 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Come mingle with our neighbours on October 26 between 1 and 4 p.m. and enjoy the hunt for some “new to you” treasures to take home!

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.

Community Supper – October 30, 5-6:30 p.m. (come and go)

Our next Community Supper will be on October 30 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 and full house in September. We are partnering with our Kids Club program to provide family activities from 6:30-7:45 p.m. All ages are welcome!

THIS WEEK AT MCIVOR

Monday, 7-9 p.m. – Pickleball
Wednesday, 7 p.m. – Youth
Thursday, 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. – Harvest Manitoba Food Bank
Thursday, 6:45-8 p.m. – Kids Club
Friday, 9-11 a.m. – Pickleball
Sunday, 10 a.m. – Worship Servicer and Sunday School for children ages Preschool to Grade 5

UPCOMING EVENTS

October 7, 3-8 p.m. – Quilters
October 12 – Thanksgiving Sunday Giving Project Showcase
October 19, 11 a.m. – Adult Education: Winsome Conviction Part 2a
October 21, 9:30 a.m. – 55+ Walk and Talk
October 26, 11 a.m. – Adult Education: Winsome Conviction Part 2b
October 26, 1-4 p.m. – Community Swap Meet
October 30, 10 a.m. – English as an Additional Language (EAL) Class begins
October 30, 5-6:30 p.m. – Community Supper
October 30, 6:30-7:45 p.m. – Kids Club
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.

Square One World Media Focus on Faith Fundraising Event – Thursday, 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 – Friday, 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 29, 2025 – This Week at McIvor