If you’ve been following along on our communication about the Outer Circle Process, you’ll have picked up that those who are part of the Outer Circle are also formal members of WCV. However, there is another way to be a formal member. If you are not part of the Outer Circle this year, yet still … [Read more…]
It was a great weekend. On the whole we were encouraged to pray for others with the authority we have as followers of Jesus – to not be ashamed and “turn up the risk” – to be available and to leave the results up to God. There are stories of people being healed physically and … [Read more…]
We celebrate and worship the Lord for his continuing provision of all our financial needs. In our 20th year he has given us surplus funds in both our operating and 30% funds budget. The generous and sacrificial gifts of all supporters have encouraged us all. We accept this result with gratitude from the Lord and His … [Read more…]
The 2016 Outer Circle process kicks off tonight (Saturday, Jan 16) at 5:30pm. We will eat together, be encouraged and celebrate communion. We will also be updating our list of OC participants for 2016 – including Triads. If you haven’t yet signed up with the office, no problem for this time – just come! Also, we … [Read more…]
Hey kids and youth (and parents of them too!). Here is a great little initiative that we are spearheading that is going to build a youth centre in the village of Gatlang in Nepal. The whole village was destroyed in the earthquakes last Spring. Many of the people in the Gatlang Vineyard did not own … [Read more…]
Don’t get stuck asking “What would Jesus Do?” Be equipped to do it! What is the “Do What Jesus Did” event? John Wimber famously asked the question, “When do we get to do the stuff?” We are not only meant to believe in Jesus and what he did – we are meant to be transformed by … [Read more…]
We are pleased to report that all our 2015 Financial commitments have been met and we ended the year with a surplus! We acknowledge the reality and blessing of the LORD’S provision and the sacrificial giving of all of you who participate in and support WCV. Also, thank you for joining us in prayer. It … [Read more…]
We are coming up to our first Outer Circle gathering of the 2016 cycle (Jan 16, 5:30 – 8pm). If you were part of the Outer Circle process in 2015, now is the time to decide if you are going to be in for another year or not. If you are in again, please make … [Read more…]
Dear WCV, We wish you all God’s best this holiday season. May you be filled with peace and joy as we enter 2016 and may you be rooted in his nourishing love in every circumstance. We are so privileged to serve this amazing community. God has done so much in and through WCV over the years and we are honoured and humbled for … [Read more…]
Here are a few short stories from people in the Outer Circle process. They each share about the significance of the Outer Circle in their particular journeys. If you’re inspired to join go here to find out more about the Outer Circle for 2016! Here’s Chloe Bishop: Here’s Melody Schellenberg: Here’s Jodi Labun: Here’s Suhail Stephen: Here’s Jessica Williams: … [Read more…]
Every Christmas Eve, as other families across the world gather around a Christmas tree, we, as a church body, gather together to celebrate Christ’s birth. We remember and celebrate The One who Came by singing Christmas carols and lighting the last advent candle. This service is a candle lit service, where every family is welcome, and everyone … [Read more…]
The Prayer & Worship Summit is a four-day event IN EDMONTON, that provides an opportunity for you to experience the presence of God in a way that will change your life! It’s a time of abandonment, devotion and consecration as we come together in His presence. This event is open to everyone, including families with children … [Read more…]
Are you looking to give a beautiful, peaceful, and uplifting gift this Christmas? Within and Without is a wonderful option (and it will fit into a stocking too!). It’s full of wonderful tunes that most people are sure to enjoy. They’re available from the office or on Sunday mornings. $15.
