9:00 AM
| Piano Prelude | |
| Church Announcements & Welcome | Pr. Orlando Pule |
| Opening Hymn | #7, “The Lord in Zion Reigneth” |
| Community Prayer | |
| Collection of Offering | Pr. Orlando Pule |
| Special Music | Romans 8 by Sarita & Isla Dennis |
| Message | From Image Bearer to Empire Builder Pr. Brad Dennis |
| Final Song | |
| Benediction and Farewell | Pr. Brad Dennis |
| Piano Postlude | Sandra Glover |
10:10 AM
Singspiration: Mrs. Gumede & Grade 2 students from CHCS
Pianist: Joanne Nischuk
Superintendent: Joseph Nyachiro
Sabbath School in the Sanctuary
- Henrique Silva’s class: on the balcony with Henrique Silva
- Eric Ollila’s class: back of sanctuary with Nwamiko Madden
- Sheldon Bailey’s class: front piano-side of sanctuary with JW Bruins
- Livestream Class: Sheldon Bailey’s class
SABBATH SCHOOL CLASSES
- Collegiate Class: Burman University Social Eyez at 10:00 AM
- Connect Class: Burman University Library classroom downstairs
- Dave Southcott’s Class: Rm 110, McKibbin Centre
- Detours Class: Parkview Adventist Academy, upper level
- Filipino Class: Board Room, BU Marketing & Enrollment Building
- High School Youth: Youth Ministry Centre, BU Marketing & Enrollment Bldg.
- Together @ 111 Class: Rm 111, McKibbin Centre
- Portuguese Class: Burman Library, lower level, 10:25 AM
- Spanish Class: Burman Library, Peace & Justice Rm. at 10:25 AM
- Young Adults class: CHCS, Sunroom at the end of the corridor, 10:15am
11:30 AM
| Gathering Song | “Good Grace” Tasii Hasah Worship |
| Welcome & Church Announcements | Pr. Orlando Pule |
| Praise Set | “Oh, Give Thanks” “Come After Me” “Build My Life” |
| Community Prayer | Bella Potts |
| Collection of Offering | Pr. Orlando Pule |
| Children’s Story | DeeAnna Dennis |
| Special Music | Sarita & Isla Dennis |
| Message | From Image Bearer to Empire Builder Pr. Brad Dennis |
| Response Song | “Where I Belong” |
| Benediction and Farewell | Pr. Brad Dennis |
| Piano Postlude |
Designated (Restricted) Fund Policy
If the church project or outreach mission that you gave to is complete or no longer possible, the church board will reallocate those funds to another or similar project as needed.
Preaching Schedule:
- October 3 Charles Ed II Aguilar
- October 10 Michael Campbell
- October 17 Keith Richter
- October 24 Honey Todd, Fall Series
THE OFFERING today is for Canadian Indigenous Ministries.
ALBERTA-WIDE PRAYER MEETING Join us for an Alberta-wide Prayer Meeting on September 30 at 7:00 p.m. as we come together online to pray, connect, and seek God. This special evening is a collaboration of Prayer Ministries and Edith Missah-Habaradas, Prayer Ministries Coordinator for the Ontario Conference. Join via Zoom: ID: 999 8182 6207 Passcode: 743392.
MASSAGE WORKSHOP Our Health Ministry Team is pleased to invite you to a hands-on Massage Workshop on October 4, 9AM – 12:00PM at Burman University. Learn practical massage techniques from experienced instructors and discover the benefits of massage. Limited to 40 participants. Pre-registration required. Cost is $20 per person. Attendance in pairs is preferred. To register, email dlehmann@burmanu.ca.
PRAYER CONFERENCE 2026 Join us on October 17, 2026, for our Prayer Conference: “Generation Worth Fighting For.” Together, we will lift up our children and the next generation, praying for restoration, protection, healing, and a generation reclaimed for God. Our guest speaker will be Keith Richter. Services will be held at 9 AM, 11:30 AM and 3:00–5:00 PM at College Heights Church. Come pray. Come believe. Come expect God to move!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – SABBATH SERMON RECORDING We are looking for one or two volunteers to help record the first service sermon in the Deacons’ Room and deliver the recorded CD to a church member. Training will be provided, and volunteers can sign up for dates that work with their schedules. A vehicle is required for delivery. If you can help with this ministry, please contact Dale Carter at 493-506-7299 or 403-782-7427, or email dalecarter47@gmail.com. Your willingness to serve will be greatly appreciated!
NURSERY SABBATH SCHOOL Parents of little ones 0–24 months, we’d love to see your kiddos in our Nursery Sabbath School! We have a fun, age-appropriate program and caring teachers who love helping our littlest ones engage, explore, and learn about Jesus in a warm and welcoming environment. Bring your kids and join us—we’re waiting for you!
THE LACOMBE FOOD BANK IS HIRING. We are looking for a Food Bank manager, 3/4 time paid position. Effective October 1/26. If you have the desire to make a difference in the community, a compassion for others, then we would love to hear from you! Please send resume to: info@lacombefoodbank.ca
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Today we celebrate Myla Trenchuk! May your special day be filled with joy, laughter, and the love of family and friends. Next week, we’re excited to celebrate Wendy Markosky, Nick Stefanovic, Sandra Glover, Myrna Irish, Nomvuyelwa Gumede, Kurt Hagen, Mira Wright, Stephanie Graça, Jacynda Nichols, Declan Schlecht, Eric Ollila, and Danielle Rondael. May the year ahead bring new joys, meaningful moments, and many reminders of God’s goodness and faithfulness!
BOOST YOUR BRAIN HEALTH 7 healthy habits can help support brain health: Engage in activities that raise your heart rate and increase blood flow to the brain and body, such as biking, exercising at Burman Gym, walking, swimming, and gardening. Challenge your mind with puzzles, games, reading, and learning new skills, such as playing a new instrument or learning a new language. Stay socially connected. Good nutrition is important for brain health—eat more fresh vegetables and fruit, along with foods that are less processed and lower in fat. Manage your blood pressure and chronic conditions, such as diabetes. Reduce your exposure to toxins—both alcohol and smoking are harmful to your brain and can damage your lungs. Finally, good-quality sleep is important for brain health! Stay off screens before bed! “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you…” — Isaiah 43:2–3 ~ Your Health Ministry Team
RED DEER SOUP KITCHEN — WINTER NEEDS As the weather gets colder, the need at the Red Deer Soup Kitchen grows. We are currently collecting blankets, sweatpants, sweatshirts, winter coats, and winter boots for both men and women. A donation box will be available in the church foyer for ongoing donations throughout the season. Thank you for helping provide warmth and care to those in need in our community. Your generosity makes a difference! For questions, please text Tena at 403-785-7824.
JOB OPPORTUNITY Burman University is accepting applications for a Full-Time Tenure-track Faculty – School of Education and a Maintenance Assistant – Facility Maintenance Department. For details, please visit the Burman U Careers page www.burmanu.ca/careers.
BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Janet Griffith is celebrating her 70th birthday! You are invited to a Come & Go Open House to join in the celebration. It is on October 10, 6-8 PM in the Fellowship Hall, Sylvan Lake SDA church. Refreshments will be provided!
IMPORTANT FOR PARENTS & GUARDIANS: Thank you for entrusting us with your children during Sabbath School. As part of our commitment to their safety, we ask that parents please drop off and pick up their children directly from their classrooms. We’re grateful for your partnership ~ Kids Crew Team
SHARE YOUR ANNOUNCEMENT Have something to share with our church family? We welcome announcements for our weekly bulletin, including ministry updates, community events, and special celebrations. Submit here by Wednesday at noon to be included in the upcoming Sabbath bulletin (space permitting).
Last week, Burman University held its annual service day. It is a glorious afternoon where classes are cancelled, and staff, faculty and students volunteer to serve in all kinds of ways around Lacombe, Red Deer and Maskwacis. In all, over 200 people come together to make all of this possible.
The week before everything was set to happen, I made my way to the Lacombe Ministerial meeting, certain that the pastors in Lacombe would know of needs that could be met. The time was a blessing, not just because various projects came up, but also because we were in the company of familiar faces who encouraged each other in ministry.
That day, it just so happened that Deborah from the Climate Witness Project was there sharing about their work. She was part of a group called the Green Team that was involved with the Woodland Tree Sanctuary. As it turned out, there was work they could use volunteers for. As the emails to organize things went back and forth, the need for 20 volunteers who could come was expressed, and whether it would be at all possible to have work gloves and garden trowels for each person. This was expressed almost apologetically because there would be so much extra material, and it would be totally ok if it weren’t possible.
About a month before this email exchange, I found a box on my desk with a note that read. “Maybe you could use this for service day? If not, please feel free to pass it on to someone who could use it. Adam Deibert,” A good friend and previous Burman Chaplain who was well acquainted with the demands of service day.
I opened it and found 25 pairs of gloves and 25 garden trowels. Supplied to us long before we realized we needed them.
The words in Isaiah 65:24 come to mind, “Before they call, I will answer; while they are yet speaking, I will hear.”
More than once, in the planning and preparation for Service Day, God has reminded me that this is not just mine to carry. He is on the move to put the pieces together, and he will always send help. As I worry, frantically prepare, stress and fret, God is moving in invisible ways to take care of the things that matter to me. Even before I know it is. Even before I realize what I need. Even before I ask.
~ from Pastor Massiel’s heart
UPCOMING DATES
TODAY
7:24 PM – Sunset
TUESDAY
7:00 PM – Celebrate Recovery, Earliteen Room
WEDNESDAY
12:00 PM – Deadline for bulletin information
