Emmanuel Prayer Journal Pray for the following needs: —Hugh and Katharine McIntosh as Hugh’s mother, Nan McIntosh, passed away. She was 96, and lived in Edmonton in long term care. —Eunice Muir has gone home to be with the Lord. A service will be held later in the spring, with details to follow. —Joan Bell, who moved to Nova Scotia in 2017, went home to be with the Lord. Be in prayer for her family. —Rebecca Terrell, recovering after surgery to remove a kidney. —Andrew and Lisa Dollin’s house was destroyed by fire and smoke on Christmas evening. Pray for the Dollins as they go forward as a family. Praise the Lord with them as they all escaped safely from the fire. —Gail Shotlander, having 12 weeks of chemo treatments. —Owen McFadden, son of Will & Laura, continued prayer that medication will be effective in controlling seizures. —Ralph McDonell, for health concerns as he receives chemotherapy treatments. —Rose Prince, our missionary to Spain, for strength, courage, and wisdom as she continues with cancer treatment in Spain. —for continued response to the Gospel in the hearts of those who attended our Christmas outreaches. —for the winter sessions (either starting or resuming) of our various ministries here at Emmanuel, that our church family would grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. —for the many areas of conflict and crisis in the world. Pray that many would turn to the Lord in difficult times.

Ongoing prayer for health issues: Esther Bull, Kim Clare, Maddie Lesperance, Mike & Wendy MacWilliams, John Murphy, Vivienne Wigston, Shawna Wood, Brian Chuipka, Lois Mason.

Shut In: Isabel Langman, Marion McKerroll, Harvey Oades, Lily Quero, Flossie Sommers, Lois Wardlaw, Leona Dinsmore.

Our weekly Prayer Prompter is available at the Welcome Desk.

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Missions Focus Mr. and Mrs. K, Fellowship International

Mr. and Mrs. K are Global Ambassadors and Church Planters among Arabic speaking peoples in both Canada and in the MENA (Middle East North Africa) region with Fellowship International. Mr. and Mrs. K divide their time between Canada and Lebanon, supporting Arabic-speaking church plants in both countries. They are currently discipling and training our Syrian refugee family to plant a church among Syrian refugees in Lebanon. - Praise God for open doors of ministry on the national and international level - Praise the Lord for new believers who are Syrian and Iraqi refugees with Christian and Islamic backgrounds. - Please pray for CLC (Syrian refugee elementary school). Pray that the children will respond to the Gospel. And pray that God will provide the financial resources needed to continue running this program. The budget is short by 40% (CAD 55 000) - Please pray for the church planting movement and the church planters both in Canada and Lebanon. - Pray for the leadership team leading the vision in Lebanon - Please pray for the Fair (Fellowship Aid and International Relief), project "Hope for Tomorrow."

Emmanuel Barrie

January 14, 2018

Multi-Site Prayer Focus —Pray for Tahlia Knight, who is connected with both Emmanuel Barrie and Orillia sites. Tahlia is planning to leave for Poland in June to work with Fellowship International, discipling university students. Pray that God would raise up people to partner with Tahlia, both in prayer and financially, as she prepares for her future ministry in Poland.

—Our Orillia campus has had a great opportunity to come alongside Lion's Oval Public School in Orillia. This school has a high number of kids and families in need. We sponsored 84 kids from the school through our Christmas Gift Sponsorship Program and we received a benevolent offering of $513 on Christmas Eve to help kids and families in need at Lion's Oval. Please pray for the relationship we are developing with the staff, students and families of this school.

Church Family News

Baby News—Our warm congratulations to the following families: —Pete and Cecilia Hickey thank the Lord for the safe arrival of their son, Joshua Declan on December 10. —Amy and Matthew Gauthier welcomed Lucas Alan Scott on December 22. Proud grandparents are Alan and Joanne Valler. —Sean and Michelle Locke welcomed baby Ezra Steven on January 6. —Michael and Alison Goddard praise the Lord for the safe arrival of Julia Catherine on January 2.

Housing Needed—for the Blackburns while they are on furlough this February and March. If you know of a place for rent that will fit a family of five, please contact Angela at angela.turner@emmanuelbarrie.org.

Today at Emmanuel

Today and next Sunday, plan to postpone or forego your Sunday noon meal, and gather in the youth room immediately following the 2nd service to “Fast and Focus” … to pray together for 30 minutes. (12:30 to 1:00 pm) Let’s expect God to increase our desperate dependence on Him.

Emmanuel Youth Community Parent Meeting—today, January 14 at 10:15 am until just before the 11 am service in the Chapel. Connect with leaders, look ahead, and get equipped with parent resources.

Newcomers Connect—New to Emmanuel? Meet at the Welcome Desk at 10:30 am today to meet some of our pastors and staff and have a tour of Emmanuel.

Upcoming at Emmanuel

Joy Fellowship—Thursday, January 18, 10:30 am to 1 pm. Joy Fellowship is a monthly day-time fellowship group for Seniors, always including a delicious meal. January Joy features Donna

Dellio speaking on “Navigating the System” and John & Trudy Brubacher speaking on their “Compassion Connection,” with special music by Jennifer Patzer. Tickets ($10) on sale today at the Atrium table.

Offering Envelopes in Atrium—Please pick up your 2018 offering envelopes in the Atrium. On these new envelopes you will notice that your number may have changed, and it will be important that you do not use your old 2017 envelopes.

Jr High Snow Tubing—January 24 at Snow Valley, 6-8:30 pm. Register online at emmanuelbarrie.org/events. Cost is $15.

Safe Church Training—January 25 at 6-9 pm—This is for all volunteers (age 12+) who serve with anyone under the age of 16. This mandatory, once-in-a-lifetime event (you only ever need to attend one training) will equip and encourage you. All are welcome, even if you are not currently involved in Children’s or Youth Ministry. There is no cost, but please register to attend at the Welcome Desk or emmanuelbarrie.org/events.

Centred Young Adult Winter Retreat—January 26-28 at Camp Mini-Yo-We in Port Sydney. Sign up at emmanuelbarrie.org/events

Membership Class—January 28 at 11 am in the meeting room beside the Welcome Desk—If you’re interested in becoming a voting member at Emmanuel, or in learning more about what membership at Emmanuel means, this class is for you. Register at the Welcome Desk or emmanuelbarrie.org/events.

Night to Shine—February 9. Emmanuel Barrie is an official host church for the 2018 Night to Shine (Feb 9) sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience centred on God’s love for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. Volunteers are needed—kitchen, set up, greeting, etc.— and skilled volunteers such as aestheticians, limo drivers, florists and artists are needed, as are corporate sponsors. For information on volunteering, how to refer a guest, or to be a sponsor, please see Brad Young at the atrium table on Sunday or email nighttoshinebarrie@hotmail.com

Men’s Retreat—February 23-25 at Muskoka Bible Centre. Dr. David Barker, from Heritage College and Seminary, will be our speaker. Online registration only—go to emmanuelbarrie.org/events-men.

Tell us your story! Did you invite an unchurch friend to come to The Child, our children’s musical, or the Christmas Eve service? Pastor Josh would like to hear your story about that! Who did you invite? How did it go? Did you have a chance to talk with them afterwards? Email your story to josh.davy@emmanuelbarrie.org, call the office, or speak to Josh in person.

Emmanuel Barrie

January 14, 2018

Sunday 8:30 am (Chapel), 10:30 am (Basement) Monday 10 am (Joy Fellowship Prayer) Tuesday 6 am (Men) Wednesday 7 pm Thursday 12 noon

Welcome—We’re glad you’ve come today. Our prayer is that you would sense God’s presence in this place and leave refreshed. The Prayer Team is available at the front of the Worship Centre after each service for prayer. The offering received today is an opportunity for our regular attenders to give to the Lord and His work. Visitors, please do not feel obligated to give.

Please take the brochure in the chair pocket, fill out the Welcome Card and take it to the Welcome Desk. We have a gift for you.

Getting Connected—Our Small Groups ministry and serving opportunities are great ways to connect with others. Our small groups are usually 8-12 people who meet regularly with the purpose of doing life, learning, and loving others together. Come see us at the CONNECT banners to get information about Emmanuel Small Groups and service opportunities.

Café and Library Open—Enjoy a hot drink in the café or visit our library between services. Please refrain from bringing coffee into the Worship Centre.

Hearing Assistance System Available—Inquire at the sound booth in the Worship Centre.

CD Order Forms of today’s message are available at the Welcome Desk.

Worship Services 9 am and 11 am The Shape of Effective Praying Matthew 26:36-46

The Woods Children’s Ministry 9 am and 11 am Nursery: 0 - 24 months Pre-School: 2 - 4 years School Age: JK-Grade 5

Emmanuel Youth Community today Junior and Senior High students meet in the Youth Centre at 11 am.

Sundays at Emmanuel—EQUIP Courses All are welcome to join these groups anytime

9:00 am The Gospel Project—A helpful walk through the Bible, currently Jesus Saves. Meets in the Chapel.

Starting soon: A Workshop in 2 Corinthians, Answering questions like: “What value

does suffering and weakness have for a Christian? How does our peace with God affect our daily purpose? What role does grace giving and godly sorrow have in the life of a believer?” Begins January 28 at 11 am.

Defending Your Faith: Reasons for our Hope, begins February 4 at 11 am. A class providing the framework to defend your faith and provide answers for those you encounter every day.

Fun and Faith presents

Datenight Comedy Monday, February 12 @ 7:30

Emmanuel Barrie

For tickets & info, go to Funandfaith.ca