A Word from the Pastor

Dear friends, In the early days of summer, we want to share all of the tremendous happenings at Ocean Crest. However, space will not permit us to do so. We encourage you to follow us on Facebook, check out our webpage, or drop by any of our locations if you have questions or want a full update. Moving into summer Violet and I are very encouraged by the mission progress we have seen in the past months and even more optimistic about the future. We celebrate with you every day and give thanks for your willingness to engage in the Mission! Keep up the great work, and remember – God loves you and so do we - Keith, Violet, Nicholas and Mackenzie

A Bright Light – Celebrating Our Team

OUR MISSION

June 2018

“Ocean Crest Community Church exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in Campbell River, Port Hardy and surrounding communities”

www.oceancrestchurch.org

Since our last Newsletter, Ocean Crest has been blessed with the opportunity to walk with team members as they celebrate major milestones. In May, we celebrated with a retirement luncheon BBQ for two of our thrift store employees who officially finished work on May 1st. Terri and Nikki, thank you for your service, congratulations on your retirement, enjoy and may you be blessed. L-R Lona - Manager, Terri (13 years and 7 months of service), Nikki (12 years and 9 months of service), Patricia - HR/Finance and Lt. Violet (CO).

On May 1st, we were trilled to welcome Tobyn Pearson as the newest member of the Ocean Crest Management team! Tobyn is the Ocean Crest Community Ministries Facility Manager, which is new position at Ocean Crest. In this new role, Tobyn will lead the development and oversee three main areas. Short and Long-term Maintenance; Health and Safety; and Environmental Management. Tobyn brings many years of leadership experience and has a passion for people! Join us in welcoming Tobyn to the Ocean Crest Team.

Celebrating Community Partnerships

Along with other members of our faith community, Ocean Crest continues its partnership with Habitat for Humanity Vancouver Island North! Heartfelt thank you to Ian Lamont, Stacey Stranaghan and their team for their ongoing commitment to provide nutritious lunches for the construction volunteers at the Hilchey Road build project in Campbell River, two days a week. Together we make a difference in the lives of others - you are truly a transforming influence!

Upcoming Events

Worship Service Sunday’s 10:30 am

All are welcome

Camping at Kin Beach 18th – 19th August

Family BBQ 5 pm 18th

50 + Luncheon Resuming in September

Rally Weekend

Family Block Party September 8th 12 – 4 pm

Rally Day Service

September 9th 10:30 am

Men’s Camp 21st – 23rd September

Camp Sunrise (See Lt Keith for application)

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Celebrating Our Volunteers

Volunteer Hours – May 2018

Ocean Crest Community Church 291 McLean Street Campbell River, BC V9W 2M4 250-287-3720

Ocean Crest Community Ministries

Evergreen Shelter Housing 690 Evergreen Street Campbell River, BC V9W 3R8 250-287-3791

Lighthouse/Family Services 1381 Cedar Street Campbell River, BC V9W 2W6 250-287-2699

Family Thrift Store #100-1100 Homewood Rd Campbell River, BC V9W 3N7 250-286-3010

New Beginnings Boutique #201-2266 S. Island Hwy Campbell River, BC V9W 1C3 250-923-1621

Lighthouse Resource Ct. 8635 Granville Street P.O. Box 792 Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 250-949-8125

Volunteer Coordinator 291 McLean Street Campbell River, BC V9W 2M4 250-287-3720 ext. 201

Emergency Disaster Services 291 McLean Street Campbell River, BC V9W 2M4 250-287-3720

Dinner Bell 291 McLean Street Campbell River, BC V9W 2M4 250-204-4104

Without our volunteers this ship could not sail! On May 04th Ocean Crest celebrated our volunteers with a meal that was planned and prepared by Sue Moen (Volunteer Coordinator). To honor our volunteers and their service Ocean Crest has donated through The Salvation Army “Gifts of Hope” program. Thank you to all our volunteers! You are a blessing.

Meals Served – May 2018 Shelter Beds – May 2018

We celebrate our Emergency Disasters Service Team! On May 6th our EDS team received their certificates of courses that they’ve completed. A huge thank you to Joanne Hart for growing and leading a great team. Front row: L-R (Lt. Violet, Karen, Katherine, Joanne (EDS supervisor), Jean. Back row: L-R (Nicholas, Carol, Murray and Joanne)

A Well-Trained Team is an Effective Team!

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June 24th marked the end of the 2018 Partners in Mission Campaign. Our goal was $6000, which was an increase of $1000 over previous years. Our final total was $6777! These funds ensure that the Army continues to be a beacon of hope in countries devastated by poverty, illness and natural disasters – countries where much of the population lives on less than $2 a day.