A New Season...
Insight Kingdom
November/December 2012 Volume 17
Pastor’s Note The Search We have all lost something during some point in our lives. We’ve misplaced our keys. We have forgotten our watches or our wallets. We may even have lost a pet dog or cat once. What did we do when we noticed that these things were missing? Did we search for them? Often it depends on the need or the urgency at the time. If it’s something we need, we start searching right away. What about people that are lost? What do we do when we discover a person is missing? What if our son, daughter, husband or wife mysteriously disappeared? Would we search for them? Of course we would. Our family is near and dear to our hearts and minds. They are not something that can be replaced. They are an important part of our lives. We would spend as much time and money as necessary to find our loved ones and bring them home. We’ve seen posters in Wal-Mart stores, post offices and on the windows of restaurants explaining that a child or loved one is lost and needs to be found. We’ve made it a part of our culture by bringing missing persons to the forefront of our television news programs. We’ve determined that searching for people is so important, our government agencies have set up special task forces that include police and fire departments. Today, we even have a system known as the Amber Alert to assist with finding children. People are important to us, and we dedicate our money, time and talents to search for those who are lost.
Table of Contents: Pastor’s Note ......................1 Community News ..............2 One Starry Night ................3 Special Events ...................4 Women’s Ministry...............5 Kingdom Kids .....................6 Crossword.....................6 Recipie .........................7
In Matthew 15:24, Jesus says that he “was sent only to the lost sheep.” He was not here for those who were already saved, but for those who were lost. So, who did Jesus focus his attention on? Did he spend all His time in the temples to convert the Jews? No. He spent His time talking with tax collectors, prostitutes, thieves and other people considered to be at the bottom of society. He spoke to those who lacked moral and ethical values. He spoke to sinners and those who had lost their way. In Luke 19, Jesus spoke to Zachaeus, a tax collector, and rejoiced when Zachaeus found the way. Jesus spent most of his life searching for the lost and rejoicing when He found them. Just as the shepherd chooses to leave the 99 sheep behind and search for the 1 in the wilderness, it is up to us to do the same. The 99 left behind will congregate and form their own bond. They will be safe for a time while the lost is sought. In the same way, we are all missionaries who must leave this building, and enter the mission field of the real world. It is up to us to actively engage in the search for the lost and find those who truly need your help. The problem lies with our own lack of desire to start the search. Sometimes, it’s a lack of confidence in our speaking ability. Sometimes, it’s a fear of embarrassment. Rarely is it a lack of opportunity. Can I challenge you? Begin the search today. You can make the difference of eternity for someone standing near you. Blessings, Pastor Bob
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An Event for Children and their families.
December 1, 2012 6pm-8pm at GKM
Special Events Healing Services with Evangelist Billy Burke Sunday November 11, 6:00 pm Monday November 12, 7:00 pm “Come Believing God for a Miracle”
DO YOU HAVE ROOM? Christmas Eve Musical December 24, 7pm
Christmas Fellowship Sunday December 16, 6:00 pm
2000 years ago jesus was born in a manager, because there was no room for them in the inn. Today, millions of people have no room for Jesus in their lives. It seems as if they have a sign on their heart that says: No room available. What about you? Is there room for Christ in your life today?
With Special Guest:
Hiram Joseph
Merry Christmas
DECEMBER 31ST 7:00 pm & 10:00 pm
New Year’s Eve Celebration Special Guest:
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Alvin Slaughter
Community News WATER BAPTISM Annual General Meeting November 25, 2012 – 6pm
New tithing envelopes will be ready for pick up starting December 16th, at the West Coffee Bar. If you need to order tithing envelopes, please contact Natalie at the office.
All Members are encouraged to attend
Service: Sun. DEC. 2, AM Service Class: Wed. NOV. 21st, 7:00pm Please call the office to register
Dates to Note
Legal Aid Workshop
NO Evening Service: December 23rd December 30th
Saturday December 1, 2012, 10am - 1pm Topics: Family Law • Immigration • Real Estate
Financial Aid Workshop Saturday January 12, 2013 -‐ 10am -‐ 12:00 pm Topics will Include: Business / Entrepreneur • Start-‐up Strategies • Business Development Planning
Personal Finance • Money and Debt Management • Investment Planning and Lifestyle Protection
WE NEED YOUR HELP! We are collecting non-‐perishable food items. Drop off your donations in the food barrels, in the Atrium. Last day to donate is DEC 9th
NO Children’s Ministry: December 30th
Office Closures December 24th December 25th December 26th December 31st January 1st
Days of
Prayer & Fasting Jaunary 7th - 9th, 2013 4
Kingdom Women “Do you know who you are? God made you a woman. Accept His giK. Don't be afraid to be feminine and to add physical and spiritual loveliness to the seMng where He has placed you. You are a child of God. You are a part of the bride of Christ. You belong to the King-‐-‐you are royalty. Dress and conduct yourself in a way that reflects your high and holy calling. God has called you out of this world's system-‐-‐don't let the world press you into its mold. Don't think, dress, or act like the world; inwardly and outwardly, let others see the difference He makes in your life.” ― Nancy Leigh DeMoss, Lies Women Believe: And the Truth that Sets Them Free Whether married or single, you can make an indelible impact on every person you meet; let it be a posiAve one. As a woman, you have the opportunity to see intuiAvely, to walk into any situaAon and breathe life. Remember, the words you speak can either build up or destroy. Choose today to speak life over your children, your husband, and your close friends. Choose today to use your lips to bless and honour God, to encourage other women and to speak life over our younger women. Choose today to be friendlier and to be intenAonal in building friendships. Friendship is God’s idea, and as a woman, you were created for connecAon and relaAonships. The Women's Ministry strives to bring women of all ages together with the purpose of encouraging and connecAng. Each event is designed to encourage and foster such relaAonships. Our desire is to see women grow and mature in their relaAonship with Jesus Christ, and to live out their faith at home, in the marketplace and in their local communiAes. As part of our community outreach, we have supported Elisa House Women’s shelter, in Etobicoke. The women of GKM donated personal care items for the women at the shelter, this year, we will be partnering with them again. Thank you for your generous giKs. We also sent a team to Newlife Girls’ Home in Trenton. The women shared tesAmonies, life stories and leK a giK of flags for the young ladies to use during their worship Ame. In the future, we are hoping to partner with other community groups to bring life to the women in our city. We invite you to join us for our upcoming event: Saturday, November 10th at 10am – “Are You a Teacup or a Mug?” Don’t forget to sign up and remember to invite a few of your girlfriends.
Other Events in 2013: February – Movie Night May – Ladies’ Retreat August – Toronto Boat Cruise 5
Pastor Elly Morin
Our Women’s Ministry leadership team will be available in the atrium once a month to connect with you, please don’t hesitate to speak with them. For further informaAon or quesAons related to Women’s Ministries, please contact elly@globalkingdom.ca. We look forward to serving and connecAng with you in the next few months.
KING DOM KIDS Christmas Word Search O P R I N C E Q F P E A C E A C C A S P E R S I
E V I T A R R A N L A C I L B I B I B L E E T N
D P S D E L I E N O C E R A T P N O E L F V A F
S E R G N I R P S Y A D L Y R M A G I R A E B A
I A A E M M A N U E L T O O E H D W A L G R L N
S C E W O R S H I P A F P H S S E N L Y O L E T
L E L C A R O L S A D H E W U H K E P I I A S J
E B L E S S E D Z A E L A T T I L T V G L S I E
C E F G M N O A V C H D S T N U I A H I H T A S
X C M R A E R I I T D U A C I I S T F E I I R U
E I E A R W D E E I G M E A L O V E P I N N P S
N O E C Y G S B N U E N B I R T H H M V N G I M
I J D E L R F G A H S U A D O R E A E A N Y N A
A E E O O O C R E E P R A Y E R S N L E A T C J
I R R M R L A L M A N G E R D L G G C A Z I A E
R Y A A O S H Y E G K W I S D O M E H D A V R S
O N T T E T R J R O I N O S T A R L I U R I N T
PROGRAMS Sundays 8:30AM Service
L S H A E R R O C L N N O S H P E S O J E T A Y
G E C B H O L Y Y D G T U H P M U I R T T A T E
S O N O F R I G H T E O U S N E S S J O H N E N
Sunday school for grades 1-5 Early Childhood Ministry for Newborn to SK
11:00AM Service Super Church for grades 1-5 Early Childhood Ministry for Newborn to SK To be a part of any of these programs, children should register at the Kingdom Kid’s Registration Desk
Kids’ Praise Kids’ Praise Choir Ends December 9th and resumes January 20th
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Adore Angel Alleluia Balthazar Bethlehem Blessed Bible Biblical narraNve Birth Carols Caspar Caesar Augustus, City of David Dayspring Egypt Emmanuel EverlasNng
Frankincense Gold Gloria Glory Grace Holy Incarnate Inn Infant Israel Jesus John Joseph Joy Judaea Life Light Love
King Magi Majesty Man Manger Mary MaXhew Mercy Melchior Myrrh NaNvity New Noel Peace Prayer Praise Prince of Peace Prophecies
Reconciled Redeem Rejoice Roman Savior Shepherds Son of Righteousness Song Star of Bethlehem Stable Star Swaddling clothes Wisdom Worship
Family Sundays: November 4, 2012 December 23, 2012 January 6, 2013 Please note that programs for newborns to Senior Kindergarten will be availabale during Family Sundays
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Recipie: Candy Cane Cookies Directions: 1. Beat 1/3 cup shortening and butter on medium speed 30 seconds. Add sugar and baking powder, then egg, milk, and vanilla. Beat in cocoa powder and as much flour as you can with mixer. Stir in remaining flour. Divide dough in half. Cover; chill at least 1 hour. !
Ingredients: 1/3 cup shortening 1/3 cup butter (no substitutes) 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 egg 2 tablespoons milk 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour 4 ounces white chocolate 2 - 4 teaspoons shortening 1/2 - 2/3 cup crushed peppermint candy canes
2. Preheat oven to 375 degree F. Working with one portion of dough at a time, roll to slightly less than 1/4-inch thickness on lightly floured surface. Using a 4-inch candy-cane-shape cutter, cut dough. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake in preheated oven 7 to 9 minutes or until firm and lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheet; cool on a wire rack. 3. Heat white chocolate and 2 teaspoons shortening in a small saucepan over low heat till melted, stirring often. (Add more shortening, if necessary, for drizzling consistency.) Drizzle one cookie with chocolate mixture; sprinkle with candy. Repeat with remaining cookies. Let stand till set. Makes about 36 cookies.
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