 For Bentley who had a heart attack two                weeks ago. He had surgery this past week to fix a blocked artery. For Jenny’s mother-in-law, Cynthia, who suffered a stroke recently while on a cruise to Hawaii. She is now at SMH waiting for placement in a rehab facility. For the Leystra family in the recent passing of John. For the recent loss of loved ones:  Jenny S and her family in the loss of her dad  Vera & Cathy in the sudden loss of Ken  Gord’s cousin, Orville and family in the loss of his wife, Marg For Sandy’s sister-in-law, Pat, who has breast cancer. For Sandy who has been diagnosed with blood clots in her leg. For Danny who recently learned the cancer that was operated on a year ago has come back. For Nikolas (age 3) who has brain cancer. Healing for Leah who is going through her intense chemo treatments. For Jordan who is beginning chemo this month for brain cancer. Healing and strength for Ralph. For Vanessa who is healing from knee surgery. For Gord & Marge’s Aunt Betty who is suffering with blood clots in her legs. For George who is having serious health difficulties right now due to diabetes. For Sandra’s friend Gabriela and her family as they are going through some difficulties. They are Christians. For Bruce who continues to get migraine headaches from a car accident he had last year. Pray he can be diagnosed and made well. THIS WEEK AT GRACE: OCTOBER 13 — OCTOBER 19 MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 THANKSGIVING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14 1:30 P.M. LEYSTRA SERVICE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 9:45 A.M. WOMEN’S BRUNCH 7:30 P.M. PRAYER MEETING THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 BIRTHDAY: MELANIE PETERS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 CLASSIS MEETING, POWELL RIVER 7:00 P.M. YOUTH GROUP SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 CLASSIS MEETING, POWELL RIVER SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19 10:00 A.M. COMMUNION SERVICE 7:00 P.M. YOUNG ADULTS BIBLE If you need prayer during the week please call one of our prayer team: Ralph Spyker 604-581-0715 Thelma Mooy 604-581-0715 Yvonne Bloemhard 604-581-0715 Marge Hunt 604-581-0715 Victoria Hunt 604-581-0715 Prayer Requests (cont’d…)  Healing for Su C.  For Sarah’s mother-in-law, Jane, who is battling breast cancer. If you have a prayer request please complete the blue prayer sheet and place it in the offering basket. Grace Community Church 14618—110th Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3R 2A8 Telephone: (604) 581-0715 Email: [email protected] Website: www.gccsurrey.org GCC’S VISION STATEMENT ‘‘TO SEE PEOPLE BECOME PASSIONATE AND DEVOTED FOLLOWERS OF JESUS CHRIST’’ SUNDAY MESSAGE Birthday wishes to Jeremy McEvoy who celebrated his 4th birthday on Tuesday, Sam Jang celebrated his birthday on Thursday, Sandra Hunt celebrated her birthday on Friday Pastor Jon Manlove will bring the morning message… “Gritty Gratitude!” Scripture: Mark 12:1-12 Nursery Care We have Nursery Care available, by one of our volunteers, during the worship service for babies and toddlers up to 3 years of age. Please, no children over 3 years old in the nursery. A special “thank you” to Ralph & Jane Spyker for the beautiful Thanksgiving display! Greeter’s Schedule Today: Oct. 19: Oct. 26: Nov. 2: Helen Vivier Henny & Thelma Mooy Sharon Johnston Sam & Jenny Jang There will be no Sunday School today. We are always in need of Sunday School volunteers. If you are interested, please speak to our Sunday School Director, Norbert Karrasch. The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to him in song. Psalm 28:7 Please join us downstairs following the worship service for refreshments! Clean Up Crew for: October Ron & Annette Hollender Sam & Jenny Jang Craig & Victoria Hunt Thank you to all those who faithfully serve at GCC Young Adult Bible Study Last Sunday night several “young adults” gathered together for their first “Young Adult Bible Study”! If you’re between the age of 20— 30ish we would love you to be a part of this exciting new ministry! Do you enjoy deep theological discussions of biblical proportion? Then you won’t want to miss the next meeting taking place Sunday, October 19th at 7:00 p.m. at the “Karrasch” home! These Bible studies will primarily focus on discipleship and we are spending the next several weeks in the widely acclaimed “Not a Fan” series. See Brennen or Adam for more info or to arrange ride. An Invitation for all Ladies! Women’s Morning Fellowship is beginning the new season this coming Wednesday, October 15th at 9:45 a.m. with a “Brunch!” Then join us each Wednesday morning for Bible study, prayer, refreshments and lots of fellowship! See Janet, Marilyn or Thelma for more information or call the church office. Hope you’ll join us! The Leystra family invites you to a service this coming Tuesday, October 14th in memory of John Leystra who passed away recently at the age of 58. The Service will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Grace Community Church. Pastor Jim Moerman will be officiating.