Campus Update for July 7, 2006

Hi Creeksiders,

Greetings in the wonderful name of Jesus!

Current Series: Mile 20

Our current series, MILE 20, is in week three. We continue to talk about the reality that there comes a point in any long distance race, relationship, career, spiritual journey where we hit "the wall." It is then that we wrestle with the question, "Do I quit here, or keep going?"

The message title for July 8 is Calling Out. Have you ever asked, "God, are You there? Do You even care?" Perhaps someone needs to tell God not to leave any suffering people in their pain, as it can completely shake their faith. Perhaps.

Outreach: Pay It Forward - Canada Day

It was a beautiful day and a great setting for our Pay It Forward Canada Day Project on July 1. Initial reports indicate that we had around 15 participants meeting our neighbors with a positive and fun approach

We put on Canada Flag temporary tattoos to all who wanted to make a statement. Then we handed out a “Happy Canada Day” card with our church name and website. So, how did it go? It was a huge success! (Except for the guy who wanted a tattoo on his forehead and Jim attempted three times to make it stick! Yes, if you are seeing Jim holding his head with both hands while squeezing, you have the right picture. Finally, Melanie Greaves was successful. Amazing – this guy didn’t give up!)

We appreciate the Pay It Forward team for their leadership and willingness to make this another successful service opportunity in our community. Yeah, PIF!! And thank you to each one who came to help!

Location: New Campus News

Langley Campus met for the first time July 1 at the Langley Christian Middle School gym, which is just a few blocks away on 22702 48th Avenue.

Jim has been receiving much positive response from those who attended. The facility has a “new and bigger” feeling. The gym, where we meet is larger, and the sound seemed much more balanced (much praise to our dedicated sound team and musicians). The most promising thing is that we have an extra 200 chairs ready to be filled with our friends. Wouldn’t it be cool to have Langley campus full and North Shore as well? That would mean 450 people.

We’ve got a great church, great people and lots of love to share. Let’s move forward in working as a team to fill the seats with our friends. OK?

Directions: From the intersection of Fraser Highway and 216 Street, go East on Fraser Highway until 48 Avenue. Veer left off Fraser onto 48 Avenue. The new location is on the right. Come early so you can get oriented, help set up, and meet some wonderful people.

Langley Christian Middle School
Address: 22702 48th Avenue, Langley, BC, V2Z 2T6

Resource Center Needs New Home

Creekside's Resource Center no longer exists. We were informed that the public school district wanted to upgrade the portable where our office and resource center was located. Basically we were evicted. So this Wednesday, a small, but dedicated crew, stored all the equipment and resources in our shed.

Does anyone have any leads on a possible space we could have to establish another meeting place? If so, let Colin or Jim know. Thanks.

Camp Hope 2006

Camp Meeting 2006 is coming to Hope from July 21 to 29. Hundreds, even thousands, of people from Creekside and our sister churches throughout BC get together for a time of spiritual renewal and connecting with others. Creekside has it’s annual Camp Meeting church wide lunch potluck on Sabbath, July 22, at the Young Adult Tent. This will be a great opportunity to meet old friends and get to know new ones. Bring food and a friend.

Please note: There will be no worship gatherings at Creekside on July 22 and 29. If this is a new deal for you or you need more information please speak to your campus pastor.

Getting Married: Julie Atha

Many of you know Julie Atha. She is getting married on July 23, at 2:00 p.m. at the Camp Meeting location. She invites each of us to attend her wedding. (One more good reason to attend Camp Meeting!) Congratulations, Julie!

Fun Activities: North Shore Grouse Grind

A group from North shore planned to do the Grouse Grind this Sunday, July 9. This created a huge conflict for all the dedicated soccer fans who want to watch the world cup final so we will reschedule this for some time after camp meeting.

Blessings and joy,

Jim and Colin