Thanks to Agatha Wisniowska from World Vision for coming to speak to us on July 16th and for Laurel and Tracy who helped to translate (it was an extremely valiant attempt, very impressive girls!).

Agatha commended the youth group for their contribution in this year’s 30 Hr. Famine and also encouraged us to follow in their example of compassion and giving. The work does not stop with the 30 Hr. Famine, but we can also help by sponsoring a child in need. For more information, please check out the World Vision website.

The International AIDS Conference will also be taking place in Toronto from Aug. 13-18. World Vision is also looking for volunteers for this event, so if you are available or would like to attend, please check out http://www.worldvision.ca/home/get-involved/events/

Big thanks to Quinn and Vincci for hosting our English Ministry BBQ! It was a beautiful scorching day and we had a great time just hanging out. Thanks to Mrs. Poon as well for her wonderful umbrellas.

On June 26th, TCMC celebrated our 26th anniversary. We had a moving service filled with sharing and reflection. Pastor Sung gave an encouraging sermon that is now available for download here. May we all seek to ride God’s waves.

Thanks to Tracy Ho for organizing the Veggie Tales family event. It was a great turn out with lots of treats for all the kiddies and parents!

THE DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION FORMS HAS PASSED!!

However, you have until WEDNESDAY, JULY 19TH MIDNIGHT to email Andy if you would still like to go. Please email the information needed from the registration form. After this final deadline, registration will be closed and there will be no exceptions unless there are special circumstances or if you’re a newcomer.

This year promises hiking, canoing, kayaking, paddle boats, bike rentals, great fellowship time and FLUSH TOILETS! Vicky’s coming and she can start a fire without matches! We’re saved! So don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!

Date: Fri. Aug.25 - Sun. Aug. 28
Location: Sandbanks Provincial Park, Picton
Costs: $15/accompanied child under 13,
$25/person 13-18, $35/person 19 and up

For more information on the park, check out the Sandbanks Website.

Nothing says summer like BARBEQUE! The English Ministry is organizing a potluck bbq lunch at Quinn & Vincci’s house on Saturday July 15th. If you have not received the evite, please contact Andy. Please respond as soon as possible so we know how many people to expect and what you might be bringing.

Youth Conference
Location: Toronto Chinese Pentecostal Church
Date: Fri. Aug 11 - Sun. Aug. 13 2006

Momentum is a conference organized by Branded By Christ, a ministry geared towards encouraging and engaging youth in Christ. This year workshops include: “A Call to Holiness”, “Worship is a Lifestyle”, “Practicing Passion”, and “University 101″. For more info, there are pamphlets in the youth room. You can also check out their website for more information and to register: www.brandedbychrist.com

The early bird registration deadline is July 18th.

The community newspaper SNAP has an article about our Wolverleigh Street Festival in their July issue. Take a look here. They’ve also been so kind in dropping off some copies at church so feel free to take one.

Thanks to Krist Papas for coming to cover the event and there are a few more pictures on the Snap site: http://snapbeaches.com/july.html