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SABBATH NOVEMBER 7, 2020

COLLEGE PARK

Seventh-Day Adventist Church Newsletter

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PASTORS CORNER

Jesus said, “Let the children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children” (Matthew 19:14). Recently I was speaking at a church whose ministry to children has suffered greatly during the COVID19 pandemic. We at College Park Church have also seen our much-valued Children’s Sabbath School ministry mothballed for months. Our cherished children have experienced the loss of hearing the story of Jesus while sitting at the feet of dedicated and spiritual teachers. Though we collectively commiserate on the loss of Children’s Sabbath School, I would like to stem the tide of program loss and celebrate ministry and a few individuals who are leading out in ministering to our children and young people.

Our children’s ministry leader, Christine Leites, a home-schooling mom of four, has done an excellent job of keeping ministry to our children moving forward. News reached my ears from multiple sources of an excellent children’s zoom meeting that happened last Saturday night in which children and parents had a wonderful, interactive time. Additionally, Christine is preparing a number of our children to lead out in a Children’s Sabbath service on November 21. The service promises to be a blessing to the entire church family. Dawn and Asher Handy have done an outstanding job in transitioning to an online zoom Adventurer program while introducing a magnetic personality, Ace the Adventurer to our children. Their success in Adventurers could not be achieved without the many teachers and parent volunteers that provide the backbone of this ministry. Pathfinder leader Francois Gregorio and assistant leader Cheryl Chant along with a team of Pathfinder volunteers have also transitioned to online zoom meetings with occasional safe weekend small group adventures in the great outdoors. Michelle DeSilva and Daniella Kuchurivski have taught an online tag-team Earliteen Sabbath School Class since March 21. These two ladies have been a true blessing to our young people. I would strongly encourage every parent of children in Grades 6-8 to take advantage of these well-planned and well-taught lessons. Leah-Anne Ekwenuke has endeavoured to make sure no online worship service is complete without a children’s story. Leah-Anne could always use more story-tellers and our communication team members are always willing to film your story if your excuse for not sharing is, “I can’t video myself or I don't know how to use technology."

Finally, I thank God for His protection over our church school, CPES. On September 2, a small band of parents, children and church members gathered at the school parking lot for a specially called prayer meeting service. On that evening, as the sun was going down, young and old placed red tape on every door entrance and frame. The tape was symbolic of the blood that the Israelites’ placed on their doors as they prepared for the Passover. So far, by God’s grace, providence and protection our school has been covered. Our children have been learning in a safe environment.

During these trying times, we are grateful for all who have invested in our children. In addition to being safe, we want our children to be saved. I am blessed and honoured to lead a church that is equipped with a group of volunteers who want children to meet, love, and serve Jesus.

By: Pastor DeSilva

TODAY'S SERVICE

Zoom Sabbath School Classes

Click here to register for one of the 5 classes offered Sabbath mornings. For security reasons, all our classes are now password protected. Once we confirm your identity the Meeting ID and password will be sent to you via email by Friday evening. Classes start at 9:30am Sabbath morning. Please be advised that you only need to register once, the meeting ID and password will remain the same every week.

Available Classes:
Regular Adult Classes (2)
Juniors/Earliteens Gr. 5-8
High School Gr. 9-12
L.I.T.E Young Adults

Divine Service 11:00 am

The Last Post
Manoj Enjati
O Canada
Daniell and Emily Kuchurivski
Prelude
LaVonna Bussey
Welcome and Prayer
Elder Conrad Smith
CPC News and Announcements
Pastor DeSilva
Offertory
LaVonna Bussey
Children's Story
Asher Handy
Congregational Prayer
Tim Aka
Series Introduction
Antoinette Burrell
Quiz
Pastor DeSilva and Michelle DeSilva
Theme Song
The Family Prayer Song
Message
'A Time for Everything" Three Steps to Mastering Singleness
Elder Roshan Abbadasari
Appeal Song
As for Me and My House
Postlude
LaVonna Bussey

SABBATH SCHOOL

Click Here for this week's Sabbath School Lesson:

Lesson 7 ~ November 7 - Nov 13 Worship in Education

Below is a list of Sabbath School Resources compiled by the NAD Sabbath School Personal Ministries Division.

➢ Copies of the Bible Study Guide for every division.
➢ Resources for New disciples.
➢ Children’s Sabbath School including podcasts for the Kindergarten and Primary Divisions.
➢ Kindergarten Animation
➢ Sabbath School podcast for the Adult Sabbath School Division.
➢ Sabbath School podcast for the Juniors Division.
➢ Sabbath School podcast for the Youth and Young Adult.
➢ Sabbath School Mission resources.
➢ The General Conference Sabbath School App.
➢ Another Sabbath School App was developed by Brother Vitality Lim. Brother Lim is a member of the Scarborough Filipino Seventh-day Adventist Church. This app was approved by his Church Board.

ADVENTURER CLUB NEWS

Please remember to pick up your type “A” uniform on Sunday (November 8th), from 10 am - 11 am in the church front car port. It is important to collect the uniforms as both ABE and Induction are this month. The uniforms have been cleaned and reorganized in separate ziplocks, with the appropriate name attached. This will make the process a quick drive in and out. See you all later this Sabbath, at 4:00 pm for our regular club meeting.

Blessings,
Asher and Dawn Handy
Club Directors
cpheavenstrail@gmail.com

The Children's Ministries in the North American Division of Seventh-day Adventists has compiled a list of various resources for parents. Click on the link to find fun ideas and activities to do at home with your children!

Children's Ministries

Children's Ministries News

Creation Sabbath: the General Conference as Creation Sabbath designates October 24, 2020. It was created to bring awareness of the creatorship of God. The General Conference Children’s Ministries Department has made available resources to help our children better appreciate God the Creator; please see attachment. https://creationsabbath.net/the-flooded-desert-pdf.pdf

Kids Talents for Jesus: The General Conference Children’s Ministries Department is celebrating its 25 th Anniversary this year. As part of the celebration, there is a Kids Talents for Jesus contest, where children are invited to submit art, poetry, or media production by November 1, 2020. The winning entries will be featured in the General Conference Children’s Ministries 25th Anniversary Kids Talents for Jesus publication. The theme is “Jesus Is My Best Friend.” You can find additional information by using the link https://children.adventist.org/kids-talents-for-jesus. see attached.

Virtual Children’s Ministries Sabbath: In addition to the resources sent previously, please find the digital version of the Children’s Sabbath in English and Spanish online at:
https://www.childmin.org/childrenssabbath2020

Child participants needed.
Contact Christine at childmincpc@gmail.com

TITHES AND OFFERINGS

Giving Online Using Your Desktop Computer

Giving Online Using Your Smartphone

Due to the ongoing church closure we would like to provide you with various ways you may continue to submit your tithes and offerings:

1) Put your tithe envelope in an envelope and mail it to the church (no cash in the mail).

2) Put your cheque (no cash) in an envelope with a note stating where the donation is to be distributed (eg: Tithe, Church Budget or Building) and mail it to the church.

3) You may drop off your envelope in the secured mailbox on the West Side church entrance on the Children’s SS level. We will retrieve the envelopes with your tithes and offerings during the week. Please be advised that this is the only option where you can submit your tithes and offerings in cash.

4) Giving Online:
a) Visit adventistgiving.ca
b) Download Adventist Giving app onto your smartphone.
c) The link on the homepage of our church website.

Today’s Offering: Local Church Budget
Next Week’s Offering: Annual Sacrifice/Global Mission

If you have any questions or concerns please contact our church office and Treasury will be more than happy to help you.

Carlos Oliveira
Treasurer

CLICK HERE TO GIVE ONLINE

FINANCES AT A GLANCE

		Shortfall
Church budget needed by Oct 31 ‘20		$275, 900
Church budget raised by Oct 31 ‘20		$262, 619 -$13, 281
Mortgage payment needed by Oct 31 ‘20		$94, 289
Mortgage payment raised by Oct 24 ’20		$87, 481 -$6, 808
Mortgage Balance as of Oct 31 '20 Months Left to Pay Off Mortgage		$81, 000 9

CPC TRANSITIONS

2nd Reading
Leaving CPC
Rachael Moores to Osoyoos SDA Church (Osoyoos, BC)

PRAYER REQUESTS

Click Here to submit a private and confidential prayer request.

ALL young adults are invited to attend this FREE, 2nd annual empowerment event,
with Pastor D. London Anderson, keynote speaker.

Registration is filling up fast, so see below for further information, registration link and video promo. Please also share with your ministry team members, as well as your young adults.

Registration Link: https://thrive-together2020.eventbrite.com

OHIP COVERED ONLINE HEALTH

Tia Health offers online appointments for prescriptions, referrals, requisitions, mental health, and more. For more information visit: https://app.tiahealth.com
OHIP COVERED

SEEKING TALENTED INDIVIDUALS

We are looking for talented individuals for Special Music and Children's Story. If interested please send your pre-recorded video via wetransfer.com to office@collegeparkchurch.ca.

Video Specifications:

-Video in 1080p at 30fps
-Landscape Orientation
-Lighting: natural or electric, in front of subject not behind
-Microphone (if possible)

CPC ANNOUNCEMENTS

- The Adventist Community Services Centre is closed to the public. However, we are responding to emergency cases via phone or email. Phone: 905-433-8800 Email:oshawacs@gmail.com.

- If there is anyone that needs help or assistance with groceries or errands please contact the church office. We have volunteers ready and willing to help.

Kingsway College

Kingsway College, a boarding high school in Oshawa Ontario is seeking a Senior Account. Reporting to the Vice President for Finance, the ideal candidate should have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university, preferably has three to five years experience in accounting related work and a firm commitment to Adventist Education. For the job description, please visit our website at www.kingsway.college. Interested parties, please direct resume to Lee Richards, President of Kingsway College at leerichards@kingsway.college

Prayer Requests

Traditions of Durham: Eunice Ferrell, Dave Lawson, Bev Webb; Hillsdale Estates: Lorain Davis, Reg Jariett, Joel Dahl Sr., Glen Corkum; Hillsdale Terraces: June Bell, Jill Parchment; Marnwood Bowmanville: Olga Cook; Strathaven: Leslie Morrison, Bev Speed; Valleyview Toronto: George Clarke; Harmony Estate: Allie Pazitka; Victoria Manor: Mabel Jeffery; Heritage Green: Robin Carby; Ross Memorial Hospital: Sandra Albertastine.
At Home: Kaeden Bullock, Vida Bullock, Cecil Milner, Val Morrison, Marsha Ram, Raymond Morrow, Donna Sherren, Shirley Tarr, Vincent Williams, Taye-Sean Smith, Ilah Dalke, Meaghan Moore, Judy Webber

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Useful Links

General Conference of SDA Church
North American Division of SDA Church
Ontario Conference of SDA Church
Seventh-day Adventist Church in Canada

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