May 1 , 2007
Volume 1, Issue 11

Editor: Rick Scherger

Hey, all you crazy and God-loving youth-people:

My name is Kristian... and mine is Jason!

Jason: Kristian is a fun pastor who stole Harry Potter's glasses. He has extensive experience working with youth as a leader in the church, outdoor ministry, and also abroad during the 1998 Rafiki Project in Tanzania. He's a die-hard Quidditch fan who also enjoys long walks along the beach and spending time with his wife and their smiling baby boy.

Kristian: Jason is a funky guy with a pierced tongue (ouch!) who'd rather be yaking with friends while guzzling tanks of joe at the local coffee bar. He's worked in outdoor ministry, and spent significant time in rural Mexico – significant enough to meet the love of his life! These days he pastors a downtown church in Lethbridge, Alberta and spends his nights waiting on Oslo, his puppy.

Reminder - Registration deadline is May 8

Some answers to frequently asked questions?
Where do I go for breakfast?
Answer: A continental breakfast will now be available on Friday and Saturday morning (see revised schedule)

"Where at CMU is this event taking place?"
Answer: South campus, 500 Shaftsbury Blvd. (south side of Grant Ave.)

"Where do I park?"
Answer: Parking is free (access off of Shaftsbury Blvd.)

"Will an of Bill Avery's books be available for sale?"
Answer: Yes, cash, cheque, and credit card (no debit)

Please join us for a weekend of worship and fellowship:
Fri. Sept. 7, 7:30 pm. at Faith Lutheran Church.

Enjoy 50 years of photos, skits& music, and hear from many of our ‘past’ pastors – dessert will be a delight!!

Sat. Sept. 8, 5:00 pm: at the Canad Inn on Regent - Visit, dine, and then dance to the Owen Clark Band! (Call Dolores Horn before May 31, 2007)

Sun. Sept. 9, 10:00am: at Faith - Join us for Worship and Praise – Pastor Art Leichnitz is returning from Ethiopia to be our guest preacher!

Sun. Sept. 9, 12:30 pm: at Norberry Community Club - Bring a picnic lunch and join us for games, pony rides and entertainment for the young and the young-at-heart!!
For info regarding any of the above, contact Faith Lutheran at: 253.1491

Please include the following insert in your next bulletin.
2007 NATIONAL CONVENTION - JUNE 20-24
(University of Manitoba) - Many volunteers are still needed!  ushers, stewards, drivers, registration assistants, offering counters, hospitality, publicity.  For detailed information please go to http://www.mnosynod.org/crossword.html or contact the MNO Synod office at 889.3760.

Are you ready to stretch your wings, put your faith to work and be a catalyst for real change?  If so,

LUTHERAN URBAN MINISTRY
Requires a
MINISTRY LEADER AND MANAGER

This challenge will invigorate you if you can:

• Maintain an organized and welcoming premises for LUM users
• Plan and sustain programming such as counseling and referral, group Bible studies, youth activities, educational sessions, Worship services
• Train and coordinate volunteers.
• Report to the Board of Directors

Success requires that you have:

• DEMONSTRATED commitment to serving and helping others
• Respect for diversity and cultural values
• Post-secondary education or equivalent and demonstrated experience
• Creative problem solving skills
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Superb communication skills including computer proficiency
• Excellent networking/advocacy skills
• Understanding of Lutheran theology and practices.

Criminal Records and Child Abuse Registry checks required.
                                                                                             
Please email your resume and cover letter to lisa_janke@yahoo.ca by May 11, 2007.
(cell 204.470.3435)