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FOR CJOA
IS YOUR CHURCH OR YOUTH GROUP HOLDING AN EVENT THAT YOU WOULD LIKE THUNDER BAY TO KNOW ABOUT? CJOA WOULD LOVE TO HELP! SEND YOUR PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENTS TO CJOA, 63 CARRIE ST. THUNDER BAY P7A 4J2. YOU CAN FAX THEM TO 344-9525, OR E-MAIL THEM TO info@cjoa.org PLEASE SEND THEM AT LEAST TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE EVENT, SO THAT WE CAN GIVE YOU FULL COVERAGE. IF THE "PSA" IS SENT IN LESS THAN TWO WEEKS OF THE EVENT, IT WILL GO ON THE WEBSITE, BUT WE CAN'T GUARANTEE AIRTIME. SORRY, WE CAN'T ACCEPT PSA'S WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE EVENT. THIS SERVICE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY CJOA!
It's
our
NINTH
year
on the air!
The volunteers at
CJOA
would like to thank you for your continued prayers and support, for without you,
there would be no Christian radio here in Thunder Bay. CJOA
is your radio station, and as a non profit charitable organization, donations
are tax deductible. You can become a member of CJOA
for a membership fee of $2 and a suggested donation of $70-this will give you
voting rights at the annual meeting. You can send any donations to CJOA
63 Carrie St Thunder Bay, Ontario P7A 4J2-and once again, thank you for your
continued prayerful support.
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May 9th
At. Andrew's Presbyterian Church presents Scott Woods in concert on Friday, May 9th at 7 pm. Come for a 2 hour musical journey with fiddle champion Scott Woods and his band-a great evening of family entertainment! For more information and tickets, please call 622-4273. (G)
The 55-member Rocky Mountain College Choir & Orchestra, under the direction of Andrew Love, will minister in concert at Redwood Park Church ,2609 Redwood Ave. on Friday, May 9th at 7:30 PM. Their inspirational music incorporates a variety of musical styles, ranging from classical and sacred to spirituals and contemporary Christian works. A love offering will be received to support their ministry.
Grace Evangelical Free Church, together with Hull's Family Bookstores, invites you to attend a free dessert and coffee evening to celebrate the launch of Dr. Austin Stouffer's new book. "95 More for the Door: A Layperson's Guide to Today's Gender Reformation", borrows from Martin Luther's idea of 95 thesis statements nailed to the door of Wittenburg Chapel. Dr. Stouffer has searched out 95 Biblical points that literally cry out for a gender-equal interpretation. The evening will feature a short Powerpoint presentation, and an opportunity to peruse Dr. Stouffer's book. Mark your calendars-that's on Friday, May 9th 7 pm at Grace Free Church, 391 N. Court St.
May 10th
Come out and meet Dr. Austin Stouffer, author of "95 More For The Door; A Layperson's Guide to Today's Gender Reformation", at a book signing on Saturday, May 10th at Hull's Family Bookstore, 127 S. Brodie St. In his recently published book, Dr. Stouffer has searched out 95 Biblical points that literally cry out for a gender-equal interpretation. Dr. Stouffer will be available to sign books and answer questions at Hulls Bookstore from 10 am until 1 pm. (G)
Get ready for a giant yard sale, on Saturday May 10th at Evangel Church, 1260 Balmoral St. The sale runs from 9am until 2 pm-proceeds will go to the church's youth group. Need to clear out your basement? Why not rent a table? The cost is only $20-for more information or to rent a table please call 345-3503. (G)
It's a spaghetti supper, on Saturday, May 10th at Broadway United Church, 1303 Broadmore Avenue in Westfort. Takeout will be from 2-5 pm at a cost of $7.00 per serving-please bring your own containers. The sitdown dinner begins at 5 pm. The cost for adults is $9.00 with children from 10 - 13 years at $5.00. (G)
St. Stephen’s Anglican Church presents “ONE LAST REQUEST”, a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre presented by The Cambrian Players on Saturday, May 10th at the Current River Community Centre, 450 Dewe Avenue. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Theatre starts at 6:30, with dinner at 7:00. Tickets $25.00 are per person, you may purchase tickets by calling 683-6051, 621-0530 or 628-9700.
May 11th
Tired and Thirsty? Come and be refreshed at a series of meetings with evangelist Rev. Mike Love, to be held at Thunder Bay United Pentecostal Church, 258 Van Horne St. The first sessions will be on Sunday May 11th at 10:30 am and 7 pm. Meetings will take place nightly at 7:30 pm from Monday, May 12th until the 16th. Everyone is welcome. For more information, or if you need a ride, please call 767-5034 or 683-6364. (G)
May 12th
The Knights of Columbus will host a pro-life prayer service at Our Lady of Charity Mausoleum in St. Andrew’s Cemetery on May 12 at 7 p.m. The prayer service, featuring the Rosary, will be led by Bishop Fred Colli.
May 13th
Interested in learning about vision health and the leading causes of age-related vision loss? Come out for a free seminar hosted by CNIB on Tuesday May 13, 1 pm at the 55 Plus Centre, 700 River Street . At this seminar, you will the four most common causes of age-related vision loss, hear from a CNIB Low Vision Specialist about vision rehabilitation services available, Meet a senior living with vision loss and ask questions about vision loss and vision health. You’ll also receive a free copy of CNIB’s resource guide for people 50+ who are interested in learning about their vision health. For more information or to register, please call 1-866-577-7727.
May 15-18th
Come for a MIRACLE HEALING OUTPOURING WEEKEND with International Evangelists Jim Drown and David Bentley From the Florida Miracle Outpouring. This weekend takes place May 15th to 18th at 7 pm nightly at Saalem Church, 21 Walkover St. Childcare will be available. For more information contact Saalem Church at 767-6938.
May 16-18th
"We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight" is the theme of the Spring Adult Retreat at Round Lake Bible Camp May 16-18. Meet new friends, relax in our tranquil lakeside setting, and enjoy the teaching of author and professor Arnie Armstrong from Millar College of the Bible. More information and brochures are available online at rlbc.tripod.com, at Hull's Family bookstore, or by calling 475-9369. (G)
May 23rd
Brian Doerksen and his Band will be in concert at Redwood Park Church, 2609 Redwood Avenue on Friday, May 23rd at 7:30pm. They will be performing music from their Juno award winning CD "Holy God". Tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door and are available from, Hull's Bookstore, the Redwood Church office, and online at www.uniteproductions.com.
May 24th
There will be a nearly new sale on Saturday, May 24th starting at 10 am at St John's Anglican Church 226 Pearl St. Come browse through their selection of gently used household items, books and whatnots in the Parish hall. The barbecue will be on, with Frowenburgers and other refreshments available. (G)
May 25th
Mothers Against Drunk Driving Thunder Bay Chapter will be hosting its 6th Annual Candlelight Vigil to honour the local victims of impaired driving. Please come out to Our Saviour’s Luther Church, 10 Farrand Street at 10:00AM on Sunday May 25th. All are invited to attend. (G)
Ladies of Kaleva present "Kaleva Spring Tea" with a Bake Sale on Sunday, May 25th from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Suomi Koti, 527 County Blvd. Tickets: $3.00 per person are available from Scandinavian Deli or at the door. Everyone Welcome!
May 29th
Catholic men are invited to attend a Cursillo weekend to be held on May 29 to June 1 at the Avila Centre in Thunder Bay. A Cursillo weekend is a short course in Catholic Christianity. It includes brief talks, fellowship, sharing and prayer. The cost of $175 includes lodging and meals. For more information or applications, visit www.cursillo-thunderbay.org or phone Steve Scalzo (807) 345-9346. (G)
May 31st
Article One is back for an Official CD Release Concert on Saturday, May 31st, 8:00 pm at Hope Christian Reformed Church, 1315 Crawford Avenue, corner of Frances Street. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 at the door, with group pricing available. Pickup tickets at The Holland Bakery, Hulls Bookstore or call 473-5176. Sound Bites of the new CD can be heard at www.articleonemusic.com
COMING UP
The women of Evangel Church are sending out a n invitation to all women. Come out to the church on Monday, June 16th at 7 pm for an evening with Joanie Kotanen. "He Has Made Me Glad" will not disappoint; Joanie's music and message is sure to bring a laugh or two and a tear or two. Dinner and admission is free; mark your calendar and post it on your fridge. For more information, please call 345-3503.
Teen Challenge Thunder Bay will host a Charity Golf Marathon on Monday May 23rd at the Strathcona Municipal Golf Course. The entry fee includes 36 holes of golf, use of a power cart, lunch and a steak barbecue. The fee is raised as sponsorships from family and friends. Proceeds will go to support the Teen Challenge Recovery Program here in Thunder Bay. For more details, please call 345-2873, or e-mail teenchallenge@tbaytel.net
ONGOING
The Thunder Bay Hiking Association's Trail Guide is now on sale at local outdoor stores. The guide features maps and descriptions over more than 20 local hiking trails. For more information, please call the hiking hotline at 624-4271. (G)
The Thunder Bay Region Conservation Authority is looking for donations of plants, shrubs and garden accessories for its upcoming Garden party and Plant Sale, to be held Saturday June 7th. Donations of perishable items will be accepted June 2-5, and non perishables may be delivered anytime before June 5th. For more details, please call 345-2377. (G)
The Thunder Bay Region Conservation Authority is looking for volunteers for the 2008 Lakehead Children's Water Festival, to be held Sept 24th-26th. You must be able to pass a background check, and attend volunteer training sessions. More information is available online at www.lakeheadca.com/waterfestival.htm or by calling 344-5857.
Attention employers! Hiring a student this summer? The Canada Summer Jobs initiative provides funding for not-for-profit organizations, public sector employers, and small businesses with 50 employees or less to create work experiences for students aged 15 to 30. Applications will be available online at servicecanada.gc.ca as of February 1st, 2008. Service Canada will be hosting information sessions near you from January 15 to 30th. To register, please call 1-800-935-5555. “Supporting Students: Serving Communities”. A message from the Government of Canada and CJOA, 95.1 FM, Thunder Bay.
Elim Community Christian Centre, 360 Black Bay Rd has a dynamic new program for children ages 3-12. SUPER CHURCH is held on Sunday mornings at 10:30 am – noon during the church’s morning worship service. This program is geared toward children and families, so if you do not currently attend a church come out with the whole family and learn great life lessons, experience lively worship, and have a lot of fun. For more information please contact Elim’s new Young Adults and Children’s Ministry Pastor Rev. Gerald Bradbury at 344 – 3391.
Are you a single Christian over 30 years of age? Are you interested in connecting with other singles for social events and friendship? The Arise Interdenominational Fellowship Group was developed just for this purpose. For further information, please call 344-5544 or 683-6555 or by e-mail arisegroup@yahoo.ca.
MEMO-Cuba is looking for
broken, burned out, and useless laptops on their way to the trash pile.
The power supply from these laptops can be used to power portable
battery-operated suction machines MEMO has donated. This will allow them to be
plugged into a regular electrical outlet in a Cuban hospital. Your broken laptop
may save a precious life in Cuba. Think about that!! Call 627-6360
to donate.
The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority's 2008 Explorer Card is here! For $25, you'll have unlimited access to all local Conservation Areas for a whole year! You can pick up your card at the LRCA office, located at 130 Conservation Road, or by calling 344-5857.
Ready to get rid of that old klunker in the back yard? Why not donate it
to Teen Challenge! In return, you'll get a tax receipt. For more information,
please call 1-800-632-6095.
Would you like help with your
reading and writing skills? Do you need to improve your math for the workplace?
The Thunder Bay Literacy Group can help! Learn what you need at your own pace.
Attend a daytime class or work one on one with a volunteer tutor. This service
is free and confidential. For more information, please call 475-7211 or check
out their website at www.tblg.org.
The Redwood Park
Opportunities Centre is now open. As an extension of Redwood Park Church, the
centre houses a number of care ministries "to meet the needs of people
through God's transforming love". The centre is located at 532 Edward St
North and is now the meeting place for Divorcecare, and Celebrate Recovery. The
Opportunities Centre thrift store, THREADS, quality used clothing, is open four
afternoons a week, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1:00 to 4:00
p.m. Prices are very reasonable and all are welcome to come and browse.
Griefshare is a support group for grieving family or friends. The group
meets Tuesday nights at 7 PM at Evangel Church, 1260 Balmoral Street. There is
no cost to join; anyone is welcome. For more information, please call 345-3503.
R.I.S.K. is a self help/support group for women who are or have been in
abusive relationships. For more information and meeting times, please call
Valerie at the Catholic Family development Centre at 345-7323.
H.O.P.E. is a self help group for parents in conflict with their teens.
The group- meets at the Catholic Family Development Centre, 380 Dufferin St. For
more information, please call Diana at 345-7323.
Lakehead Association for Community Living is looking for volunteers to
assist with various activities relating to enhancing the lives of people with
developmental abilities. If you're interested in helping out, please call Sandra
Zimmer at 345-2551, extension 31 or Maria Albizurez at 345-2551 Ext 30.
A grief support group, for seniors experiencing grief and loss, meets
Thursdays, from 1-2:30 pm at the Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre, 700 Red River Rd.
For more information and to register, please call 684-3471.
The Compassionate Friends of Canada, Thunder Bay Chapter, is a non-profit
group of parents offering mutual support, friendship and hope for all parents
who have experienced the death of a child of any age from any cause. The
next regular monthly meeting will be held May 15th at 7:30 pm, the third
Thursday of the month, in Room 1005 of the Balmoral St Centre (formerly Lakehead University Health Sciences
North Building) For information, please call
939-1610 or e-mail tcftbay@tbaytel.net
Do you have any spare time? Could you find 2 or 3 hours a month to
volunteer at The Salvation Army? The Booth Centre Hostel on Cumberland St. needs
volunteers in a variety of positions: preparing, serving and cleaning-up the
evening snack, befriending the residents, "hanging out" and playing
games (board games, snooker, etc.) with them, assisting with the grounds
maintenance and the list goes on. If you can help, call Captain Linda Groves –
345-7319 or Gail Kromm – 623-0511.
The Salvation Army’s local Thrift Stores are in need of your gently used
items for sale at our two Thunder Bay locations. We are experiencing shortages
in all areas, including clothing, furniture and household items. Thrift Stores
rely on the generosity of the community to donate their used items, which are
then sold at affordable prices. Proceeds from Thrift Stores fund vital Salvation
Army programs and services. Donations will be gratefully accepted at both of our
convenient locations, 870 Red River Road and Memorial Avenue. We also offer free
pick up.
E-mail us your PSA!