The LMC Board requests that you fill out the following survey on the present and future of the Christmas Banquet by February 12. You can also find a paper copy in the foyer if you would prefer.

Winter Study Conference: Bridging Divisions with Compassion and Care
Facilitator: Malcolm McKinlay

Our church was established sixty years ago: from its earliest days to the present, we continue to strive to be God’s people, growing through grace to be like Christ, as we learn, love and share with each other. Our congregation is in a season of change – generational change, philosophical change and social change. A challenging aspect of this season is recognizing that congregants may have different views and attitudes on a range of social and institutional issues. Conversations about these issues can be difficult. It is time for us to step back and explore the theme of “Bridging Divisions with Compassion and Care,” to help our congregation and its leaders navigate the important conversations of this season with grace and skill. The LMC Study Conference this year will be dedicated to this end.

Sessions: Friday, Feb. 3, 7:00 pm
                   Saturday, Feb. 4, 1:00 pm
                   Sunday. Feb. 5, 11:00 am

Please join us for the next Loaves & Fishes on Saturday, February 4, at 3:30 pm for skating at Hawrelak Park. Questions? Please contact Aimee R.

The annual Lendrum men’s ski trip this year is planned for the weekend of February 11 & 12. If you are interested in spending two nights in Jasper and a day on the ski hill with the guys, contact Wayne Bouwmeester for more details.

Join the Lendrum Piecemakers on Saturday, February 25 to participate in the Great Winter Warm-Up! Drop in at the church any time between 9:30 and 3:30 to help tie quilts for MCC and contribute to their donation goal of 45000 blankets. No quilting experience is necessary—anyone who can tie knots and use a needle is welcome! Lunch will be provided.

In the community

Mennonite Central Committee

Take the sting out of winter’s chill by joining The Great Winter Warm-up. By the end of 2023, our goal is to donate a grand total of 45,000 blankets to our global neighbors who are dealing with conflict and disaster. Learn more at mcccanada.ca/great-winter-warm-up.

Calling all Canadian University and College students! The MCC Peace and Justice Student Seminar is happening from March 9-11, 2023, in-person in Ottawa, Ontario. The theme is Rooted in Right Relationship with One Another and Creation. Please note that the deadline to apply is February 14, 2023. For more information or to apply visit mcccanada.ca/get-involved/events

Audio Diaries from Ukraine. Listen to on-the-ground interview clips and audio diaries from Emily Loewen’s recent trip to Ukraine. Emily is the head producer of “Relief, development, and podcast” and MCC Canada’s marketing and communications manager. Link: reliefdevelopmentpodcast.libsyn.com/audio-diaries-from-ukraine-emily-loewen

Canadian Mennonite University

Consider CMU – “Where faith and community matter.” Virtual open house on Wednesday, February 22, 6:00–7:00 PM CST. Receive a virtual tour of CMU’s campus, ask questions of our Admissions team, and hear from faculty and current students. For information and to register, visit cmu.ca/virtual-open-house. 

Face to Face | Polarization: Get over it! Stories that lead the way – Guest panelists will share examples and stories of how they’ve overcome polarization in big and small ways in their various contexts. Join in-person and livestream on Monday, February 27 at 7:00 PM CST. More information and livestream at cmu.ca/face2face. 

Xplore: At the Intersection of Faith and Life – Xplore offers life-long learning courses investigating dimensions of the Christian faith, our world, and life in it—all without any assignments or exams! Join one or more of our six courses in-person or online Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings, beginning February 21. For information and to register visit cmu.ca/xplore.