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Kickoff Sunday Sets Bar High for New Season

Philip Wiebe - 2007-09-10
Kickoff 2007

Eastview kicked off the new ministry season on Sunday, September 9, and as we have come to expect from the occasion, the event was full of sun, fun, food, and fellowship.

This year's kickoff saw 768 people (not including children) walk through the church's doors, where they were invited to participate in passionate worship, led by James Fast and team, saw a thought-provoking drama starring Lyle Morris and Regina Dick, and heard the first sermon in Pastor Lorne's new "G-Forces" message series, titled Grace. Following the completion of the second service, all were invited to stick around for a free and delicious turkey lunch, while kids events and activities dotted the church's east lawn. Special thanks to Maria Wilms and the catering team as well as Greg Armstrong, Eastview Outreach Chaplain, for making these festivities a reality.

But the Kickoff is not simply about one day of merriment. It's the celebration of the ministry season which has begun again: Eastview's ministries in general have recharged their batteries over the summer and are shifting back into high gear.

The following guide is a sampling of the many things taking place and the many ministries leaping into action. If you don't see anywhere to plug in, contact the church office or click over to www.eastview.org to find out what's exactly going on that you might be interested in.