Spiritual Emphasis Night

Hey-O,

Good Wednesday to you all. It is midweek already, I can't believe how fast these weeks go, it's scary. Anyways, we had a great last weekend with the drive-in and the Seattle trip. Thanks for all who came out, it was a really fun weekend. Mars Hill Church was awesome!... it really was inspiring to see a growing church like that and just to feel the presence of God there.

So this Friday I felt that we should have a night where we can spend time in worship and prayer together; seeking God and finding that first love with Christ. This past month and a half I've experienced some wonderful time in prayer... just when I can really feel the Holy Spirit powerfully and the presence of God, I tell ya the spirit is on the move and that means God is on the move, it's exciting times.

We are going to meet up at Nina's place in Langley, she has offered her place for us to use so we'll definitely take advantage of that, thank you Nina. So if we start showing up there 7:00-7:30pm, I think that should be good. Bring something to snack on for everyone if you can, or even pop or juice to drink that would be cool. Also bring your Bibles, God's word is amazing and it's so important to get to know your Bibles more and more. So start already praying for Friday night that it would be anointed by God and that the Holy Spirit would meet us powerfully there. I'm excited, hope you are too!

Also we are having our church picnic this Sunday at 3:00pm at Deas Island. We are having it a bit later in the evening this year and there will be games to play, food to eat, good company, and a bonfire. So come on out for that.

For the Kingdom,
Jarno and Liisa

Twilight Drive Time

Hi peeps,

Hope everyone has had a great week so far, I know I have. Been working on getting the summer camp invitations out in the mail and other things together, I'm really excited for summer camp this year. So looks like Friday night will work the best for everyone going to the drive in.. that way people can stay for more than one movie because they don't have to head off to work early the next morning. Admission will be $12.00 per person. Movies that are playing are: Toy Story 3, Prince of Persia, and Alice in Wonderland.

The first movie starts at 9:45pm and directions how to get there are on this link: http://www.members.shaw.ca/twilightdrivein/dir.html
They recommend getting there an hour early to get a good spot. So let's try and meet there around 8:30pm.

If you need a ride or can drive and want people in your ride let me/us know in the comments section and we can sort things out... also remember to include your name so we know who's asking what. ;)

Also don't forget that we're going to Mars Hill Church this Sunday and if you have decided you can come please let me know ASAP so we can organize rides. It's going to be awesome! Thanks guys.

This past Sundays sermon was on John 15, where Jesus talks about Himself being the vine and us the branches. That we need to remain in Him in order to bear good fruit in our lives. So how do we remain in Christ? By keeping His word and His command. What is Jesus command? LOVE. So remember love the Lord with all your heart, and love each other. So simple, yet it's so powerful.

Things coming up:
July 4th- Church picnic at Dease Island (3pm)
Sunday Service- 11am, fellowship hall (many of us will be in Seattle so it will be a small groups style meeting.)

See ya soon,
Jarno and Liisa

The Plans

Hi guys,

So I thought I'd get this weeks post out earlier than last weeks! There's quite a few things coming up and things we need to go over:

1. Connected Night (Friday)
2. Drive in Movies
3. Mars Hill Church
4. Kid's camp

So let's start the list off with this Friday's upcoming Connected Night. We have been asked to take care of the little ones (the kids) and for this event, so we are going to have a meeting on Wednesday, June 16th, at around 5:00pm (for now, this time might change) at the church. If you want to be a part of the planning and can't make this meeting on Wednesday you can write your ideas down in the comments section, send a message via e-mail or Facebook to Liisa or myself, or simply call or text us. This Friday's Connected Night is a special one, we are going to have a special guest speaker attending so it's pretty cool. So come on out and help out, it's a great chance to serve others.

Second order of business. The drive in movies. We have 2 choices depending on when people can make it, or want to go. Either this Saturday, June 19th, at 9:45pm, the first show starts. Toy Story 3, Prince of Persia, and Alice in Wonderland are playing. Then we also have the choice of going next week Friday night, June 25th, and there is no schedule up yet at their website of what is playing for that weekend. So please post in the comments section which night you guys want to go and we'll have to go with the majority. Also feel free to invite your friends!

Third order of business. We are going to Mars Hill Church in Seattle to hear Mark Driscoll preach on June 27th. This is the Sunday of next week. Mark will be preaching on Luke 8:40-56, Jesus heals a woman and a girl. We will be going to the 5pm service in the Ballard location. Also we will be having two rides leaving at different times. The first ride will be leaving with Liisa and I early in the morning around 7am and the second with Klaus after the church services are over around 1pm. Space is limited in each ride so if you want a spot let us know ASAP. I can take 3 and Klaus can fit 5-6 people. If other people want to drive too just let us know. Also do not forget to get insurance for that day in the USA... because if something happens that insurance will really save you a lot of money and stress. So, I really want to urge you guys to come, Mars Hill Church is a church full of young people, that is growing rapidly, God is really moving there. I`m hoping and praying that God will really speak to our hearts there, and we leave touched by the Holy Spirit.

Fourth order of business. Kids Camp this summer is happening on August 22nd-27th, and we need all the help with staff we can get. So if you are able to come and help out as a counselor please let me know ASAP!

So there is quite a lot of things coming up and I really need to hear back from you guys on these things. It really helps in planning, so please just take a few minutes and let me know. You can also call me at 778-223-4490. Thanks a bunch!

Also this Sunday`s service will be at 11am in the fellowship hall. I will have the privilege of preaching this Sunday, and it is my first sermon on a Sunday morning so come on out and support me. ;)

Remember to keep Christ as the center of your lives. Prayer is powerful and it really makes a difference. Take some time wherever you are this week and speak to God. That`s what it is, speaking to God. Is that not cool to think about, you are actually speaking to God. Wow, it blows my mind to really think of it that way.

Blessings,
Jarno and Liisa

Summer weekend

Hello everyone,

How is everyone doing this week? Sorry for posting a little late this week! There has been a little change with expected plans. So I'll give you guys the bad news first... we aren't doing the drive in movies this weekend. But, the good news is we are doing it next weekend! This weeks movies did not really seem appealing and fitting so we are going next weekend when Toy Story 3 and Prince of Persia are playing.. usually there is a third movie too but they didn't have anything up for it yet.

But enough about next week, let's take a look at this weekend. So since it is a little late to get any kind of organized event/activity/outing together we are going to meet up this Friday evening at Miika and Marja's place (where we're staying) and have a bit of a BBQ, you can start to arrive around 7 or even sooner if you want, cause we'll be there. We will have hotdawgs to grillz but if anyone wants something else feel free to bring it... also if people want to bring pop, chips, etc for everyone... that would be great! It's supposed to be a nice weekend so come on out for the BBQ to hang out with us/everyone, if you want bring a game, movie, or whatev you think would be fun and we can just hang out and enjoy the good times. Hope to see you all tomorrow!

Also we are looking at going to Seattle to Mars Hill Church on June 27th when Mark Driscoll will be speaking on Luke 8:40-56 (Jesus Heals a woman and girl. So check your calendars if you are free. I really, really, really encourage you guys to all come! He is a great preacher and it will be great. Plus we'll have fun spending some time in the city of Seattle.

If you guys have any comments or questions feel free to post em. That would be most excellent.

Oh yeah I posted a random image of Niko running in the snow in his shorts in -20c for kicks. Thought it would be a contrast to the post name "Summer weekend" as well, heh. Niko representing Canada in Finland. =)

PS: English Service this Sunday at 11:00am, come check it out. We launched a new face to the ministry called 19twenty Church and are getting more organized. Check out our facebook page called 19twenty.

Jarno and Liisa

It's a party

Hello all,

It's been a great week so far for me... even though it's rainy outside almost everyday, it's still nice to be back home! Hope you all are having a great week so far and that you can make it out this Friday night at 6:30pm to Natalie's place in Whiterock. We are going to be celebrating those who graduated this year and of course to celebrate the Tedder family for all the great stuff they did with our group. So come on out and join us! It's going to be fun!... and oh yeah Natalie said to bring swimsuits and towels cause the sauna is hot and the pool is heated! If you don't know how to get there give me a call at 604-223-4490, or of course you can call Natalie too.

So last week we met up at Miika and Marja's place and just to recap what we talked about for those who weren't there, we discussed Mark 4, the parable of the sower. Take a moment to read through verses 1-8 and then 13-20. We talked about the different kind of soils that the seed is sown in and what those could be in our daily lives. A lot of us could identify with and relate to the seed among the thorns and how the things of our daily lives can choke our relationship with Jesus. Take a moment and reflect on your own life and think about the upcoming year and what kind of soil you can relate to.

It's really exciting to be working at the church this summer for me and to spend time with you guys. Liisa and I really missed the whole group! This Friday let's also take a look at what weekend we could go check out Mars Hill Church to hear Mark Driscoll speak, so take a look at your calendars for this month, early July, and possibly August as well. Look forward to seeing you guys, and remember Jesus walks with you every step, how cool is that!?!

So to recap:

So young adults: Natalie's place, Whiterock at 6:30pm
Sunday morning: 11:00am, communion meal.

**PS: as Sam kindly reminded us in the comments section, it's a potluck, so please bring something to eat or snack on. Thanks!**

-Jarno and Liisa