JOY AND CELEBRATION IN THE OKOTOKS SDA CHURCH

Submitted by Ria Schurig Communication Director

On January 25, 2020, the Okotoks and Parkdale churches united for district fellowship. The children and youth departments were filled with happy sounds during Sabbath School. At the worship service, the sanctuary seats were all filled. The theme for the day was “Love Like Jesus.” The presentations were exciting and convincing. Theresa Flores, very much young at heart, spoke about Jesus’ love on the cross.

Nichole Cedilla told the Lamb's Story.

She was followed by Sally del Socorro, who shared “Jesus’ Love in Public Ministry.” She shared how church members cared for her when her need was great. Sharing the love of Jesus in this way is much needed in the community. Pastor Jinwook Lee shared the final message entitled, “The Love of Jesus.” Jesus loves us so much and is our Defender in the heavenly sanctuary. The program included beautiful sacred music, messages, and prayer.

District Fellowship AY activities.

Calvin Powell baptism.

Lorna Huber baptism.

The worship service was followed by a delicious luncheon. Spiritually and physically well-fed, the congregation then enjoyed the youth program. Everyone was excited to travel to witness a baptism. The Garden Road SDA Church in Calgary has been so kind as to let the Okotoks Church use their baptistry and they appreciate this very much.

The two baptismal candidates, Calvin and Lorna, had been longing for this day and joyfully left their sinful lives behind in the warm water. Pastor Jinwook Lee had the privilege of baptizing them both. People agreed that it had been a wonderful and special Sabbath.