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Remember to drop off your donations for the
EDSON FOOD BANK T he Weekly ANCHOR
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank
The Food Bank will be open 2 Thursday evenings, Faith
the second and last Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm.
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am.
780-723-1350 Responding to Anxiety
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pastor
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bryan Walter Right now it seems like need to be sensible about this thing, and respect As we've already said, sometimes the worst really Only use large directory
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson the world is full of two other people's response to it. does come to pass.
There is something you can do to help you
The best way through life's anxieties is to build
kinds of people: those
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor who are worried about the through any anxiety you may be having however. your hope upon a foundation that is greater than the
virus, and those who Ask yourself what you're really afraid of, what you instability of this dark and broken world; and that
think it's ridiculous to honestly believe the worst case scenario could be. means the answer is Christ, because he promises us first issue of every month
worry about the virus. I'm not suggesting that the worst isn't so bad, that's a true and living hope beyond this mortal existence.
I think that it's really not my point at all, but rather that answering this A situation like this really forces us to consider the
hard to see each other's question will help you see what's most important in larger realities of life and the universe; and when
perspective in these your life —and even more interestingly, where your we do, I hope you can see that there has to be more
situations. Most of us hope is. Is your greatest fear for your health? For to it all than a futile grasping onto that which we
aren't really at risk, even your loved ones? For your financial stability? cannot control.
Pastor Pastor if we catch it, our health If you feel as though you couldn't bear to see I don't think it really helps to panic, but I also
Ken Douma Bryan Walter is good enough that we'll those things fail, then that is where you've placed don't think we should just “keep calm and wash our
Pastor pull through... but then again, some of us aren't. your hope —it's what you've built your life on. If hands...” I think we need to seek the bigger picture,
Aaron Kauffman Plus the panic created by the crisis is having other you've built your sense of identity upon your health find more perspective, and then focus on the truth
damaging effects on the economy, which could being good, or your family staying safe, or your of that old “Serenity Prayer” beloved by the 12 step
affect even more of us in detrimental ways. finances being stable then I've got to tell you that community, “God grant me the serenity to accept
So, I'm not really sure where to land. On the one you have built your life upon a foundation that you the things I cannot change; courage to change the
hand, I feel like all of the panic is a little silly, but at cannot control, which is why you feel so anxious. things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.”
the same time, it is killing people, and spreading
fast, and I have loved ones who are vulnerable
because of compromised immune systems or old
Remember to drop off your donations for the age; so how do we respond? How do we think
EDSON FOOD BANK through this and find a rational, yet appropriately
Pastor
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank Aaron Kauffman cautious response?
Remember to drop off your
As in all areas of my life, I go to the Bible for
The Food Bank will be open 2 Thursday evenings, donations for the answers; and there again I see the two sides of the
the second and last Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. EDSON FOOD BANK same coin: first and foremost, in John 16:33, Jesus
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am. at Independent Grocer, Sobeys says “In this world you will have trouble (NIV),”
and yet, even then he promises that we can “take
780-723-1350 or the Edson Food Bank heart” if we trust in him because he has “overcome
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Remember to drop off the world.” Likewise, in Matthew 6, Jesus tells us
that our Father in heaven knows what we need,
The Food Bank will be open two Thursday evenings,
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. your donations for the what we really need, and therefore he says to us “do
the second and last
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson EDSON FOOD BANK not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry
Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm.
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor at Independent Grocer, about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own
(NIV).” Right before this verse, in Matthew 6:27,
Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank Jesus says even more pointedly, “Can any one of
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am.
you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” It's
The Food Bank will be open a fair point; worrying rarely helps, and yet at the Residents gathered at the Edson United Church for a free community connection meal on March 8.
780-723-1350
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor
same time, he doesn't hide the fact that sometimes,
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE 2 Thursday evenings, the worst really does come to pass. So, I think we These free meals are held twice a month. photo Deanna Mitchener
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
the second and last Thursday
Professional Digital Passport System photos Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson Make half page
ready in minutes while you wait... of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. CHURCH DIRECTORY for Edson & Area
Open regular hours EDSON EDSON MENNONITE CHURCH THE NEW JOSHUA GENERATION FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL
every Tuesday from 9-11 am. BETHEL PENTECOSTAL FAMILY WORSHIP CENTRE 6212 - 13th Ave., Edson Telephone: 723-4922 (office)/728-8988 4911 B 3rd Avenue, Edson, AB
Sunday Worship at 2:30 p.m.; Fellowship after service.
6350 - 13th Ave., Edson. Phone 723-3007 Pastor Aaron Kauffman Rev. Noemi Sogocio, Senior Pastor, 780-600-0050;
Office Hours - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.
(Office Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm) Sunday Worship Service at 9:45 am. Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. noemi_sogocio2006@yahoo.ca
780-723-1350 Pastors John & Roberta Greiner For additional information regarding Youth and Family events or other SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sunday service: 10:30 am Morning worship,
activities contact Pastor Aaron.
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Awana Kid’s club Wed. 6:15 to 8:15 pm. Ages 3 to 12 years. EDSON-PEERS CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 4803 - 6th Avenue, Edson Telephone: 723-3661.
Pastor Father Thomas Basani (SAC)
Youth: Fridays, Gr. 6 to 12 at 7:00 pm. Various mid week small group
Last Thursday of the month studies available. 4633-7th Ave., Edson - Ph: 723-5242 Mass: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m.
Call office for weekday Mass times.
6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. BIBLE TALKS Pastor Dan Meyer CARROT CREEK, NITON JUNCTION & PEERS
Worship: 10:30 a.m. Edson - Nursery provided
Food Bank located at Bible Talks every Sunday at 3:30, Lions Hall Edson. Sunday School: K through Grade 6 during a.m. service; CARROT CREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Simple teachings of Jesus. No obligations whatsoever.
4511 5th Ave., Edson Come & listen. EDSON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Pastor George Stone - Ph: 795-2132
D A. Farought and R. Priebe 780-667-1747 1133-55 St. Edson - Ph: 723-5490. Church in Peers, Alberta
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
Saturday Morning Service at 11:30 a.m. Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m.
Adult Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor EDSON ALLIANCE CHURCH EDSON UNITED CHURCH Non-denominational - Everybody Welcome!
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5525-2nd Ave., Edson Ph: 723-5776 Pastor Bryan Walter
9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Sunday Worship & Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Rev. Kimberly Roy COMMUNITY COWBOY CHURCH
780-723-5787 Wednesday: 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting; Regular Office Hours: Wednesday-Friday 10 am - 2 pm Niton Junction Hall
780-723-5787
Thursday: 6:30 p.m. AWANA
Boys and Girls
1214 Edson Drive, Edson, AB Phone: 723-3418
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Club; Ladies Ministry 2nd and last Tuesdays of the month. Website: www.edsonunitedchurch.com Tuesdays, 7 p.m. 780-712-3502
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Please call for Youth Events.
FAMILY OF FAITH CHURCH GREEN GROVE UNITED CHURCH
Niton Junction - Ph: 795-2568 Sunday Services
EDSON BAPTIST CHURCH 463 72 St., Edson (formerly Glenwood Hall), Telephone: 780-517-7558
4719 - 9th Ave., Ph: 723-3982 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:00 am - Coffee and Donuts; 10:30 am - Morning Service
Remember to drop off your donations for the Adult Sunday School 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Pastors: Ron and Bev Swanson EVANSBURG/ENTWISTLE/WILDWOOD
EDSON FOOD BANK Children Sunday School offered during 10:45 service. fofcedson.com ENTWISTLE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Various Mid-week small group studies available
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank Visit our website for addition info edsonbaptist.com HOLY TRINITY (An Anglican/Lutheran Faith Community) Pastor - Micah Brookhart
Rev. Johnny Pooten 780-723-4366 Office: 780-727-2829
The Food Bank will be open 2 Thursday evenings, EDSON BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH WITH A MISSION WORSHIP SCHEDULE (All services at 10 am Sunday mornings): Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.
We are open and going strong - 5325 4th Avenue
the second and last Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. Sunday Service 11 am with lunch to follow 1st & 2nd Sunday at St. Catherine’s Building 623 50th St.; 3rd and 4th Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.
Sundays at Grace Building 407-7th Ave.;
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am. Pastor Jim Findlay 780-725-3743; \ 5th Sunday - call for location. WILDWOOD CHAPEL
Pastor Vinnie Frymire 780-728-8606
Please phone for other information.
4820 54 Avenue, Wildwood Alberta, Phone 780-325-3999
780-723-1350 ALL ARE WELCOME. Pastors: Bjorn & Karin Bidell
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.; Mid-Week Prayer: Thursday 7:30 p.m..
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor
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PAGE 30 MONDAY MARCH 16, 2020 MONDAY DECEMBER 9, 2019 PAGE 31
Remember to drop off your donations for the
EDSON FOOD BANK T he Weekly ANCHOR
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank
The Food Bank will be open 2 Thursday evenings, Faith
the second and last Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm.
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am.
780-723-1350 Responding to Anxiety
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Pastor
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bryan Walter Right now it seems like need to be sensible about this thing, and respect As we've already said, sometimes the worst really Only use large directory
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson the world is full of two other people's response to it. does come to pass.
There is something you can do to help you
The best way through life's anxieties is to build
kinds of people: those
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor who are worried about the through any anxiety you may be having however. your hope upon a foundation that is greater than the
virus, and those who Ask yourself what you're really afraid of, what you instability of this dark and broken world; and that
think it's ridiculous to honestly believe the worst case scenario could be. means the answer is Christ, because he promises us first issue of every month
worry about the virus. I'm not suggesting that the worst isn't so bad, that's a true and living hope beyond this mortal existence.
I think that it's really not my point at all, but rather that answering this A situation like this really forces us to consider the
hard to see each other's question will help you see what's most important in larger realities of life and the universe; and when
perspective in these your life —and even more interestingly, where your we do, I hope you can see that there has to be more
situations. Most of us hope is. Is your greatest fear for your health? For to it all than a futile grasping onto that which we
aren't really at risk, even your loved ones? For your financial stability? cannot control.
Pastor Pastor if we catch it, our health If you feel as though you couldn't bear to see I don't think it really helps to panic, but I also
Ken Douma Bryan Walter is good enough that we'll those things fail, then that is where you've placed don't think we should just “keep calm and wash our
Pastor pull through... but then again, some of us aren't. your hope —it's what you've built your life on. If hands...” I think we need to seek the bigger picture,
Aaron Kauffman Plus the panic created by the crisis is having other you've built your sense of identity upon your health find more perspective, and then focus on the truth
damaging effects on the economy, which could being good, or your family staying safe, or your of that old “Serenity Prayer” beloved by the 12 step
affect even more of us in detrimental ways. finances being stable then I've got to tell you that community, “God grant me the serenity to accept
So, I'm not really sure where to land. On the one you have built your life upon a foundation that you the things I cannot change; courage to change the
hand, I feel like all of the panic is a little silly, but at cannot control, which is why you feel so anxious. things I can; and wisdom to know the difference.”
the same time, it is killing people, and spreading
fast, and I have loved ones who are vulnerable
because of compromised immune systems or old
Remember to drop off your donations for the age; so how do we respond? How do we think
EDSON FOOD BANK through this and find a rational, yet appropriately
Pastor
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank Aaron Kauffman cautious response?
Remember to drop off your
As in all areas of my life, I go to the Bible for
The Food Bank will be open 2 Thursday evenings, donations for the answers; and there again I see the two sides of the
the second and last Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. EDSON FOOD BANK same coin: first and foremost, in John 16:33, Jesus
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am. at Independent Grocer, Sobeys says “In this world you will have trouble (NIV),”
and yet, even then he promises that we can “take
780-723-1350 or the Edson Food Bank heart” if we trust in him because he has “overcome
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Remember to drop off the world.” Likewise, in Matthew 6, Jesus tells us
that our Father in heaven knows what we need,
The Food Bank will be open two Thursday evenings,
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. your donations for the what we really need, and therefore he says to us “do
the second and last
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson EDSON FOOD BANK not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry
Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm.
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor at Independent Grocer, about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own
(NIV).” Right before this verse, in Matthew 6:27,
Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank Jesus says even more pointedly, “Can any one of
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am.
you by worrying add a single hour to your life?” It's
The Food Bank will be open a fair point; worrying rarely helps, and yet at the Residents gathered at the Edson United Church for a free community connection meal on March 8.
780-723-1350
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor
same time, he doesn't hide the fact that sometimes,
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
PASSPORT PHOTOS & MORE 2 Thursday evenings, the worst really does come to pass. So, I think we These free meals are held twice a month. photo Deanna Mitchener
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
the second and last Thursday
Professional Digital Passport System photos Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson Make half page
ready in minutes while you wait... of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. CHURCH DIRECTORY for Edson & Area
Open regular hours EDSON EDSON MENNONITE CHURCH THE NEW JOSHUA GENERATION FELLOWSHIP INTERNATIONAL
every Tuesday from 9-11 am. BETHEL PENTECOSTAL FAMILY WORSHIP CENTRE 6212 - 13th Ave., Edson Telephone: 723-4922 (office)/728-8988 4911 B 3rd Avenue, Edson, AB
Sunday Worship at 2:30 p.m.; Fellowship after service.
6350 - 13th Ave., Edson. Phone 723-3007 Pastor Aaron Kauffman Rev. Noemi Sogocio, Senior Pastor, 780-600-0050;
Office Hours - 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.
(Office Hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm) Sunday Worship Service at 9:45 am. Sunday School at 11:00 a.m. noemi_sogocio2006@yahoo.ca
780-723-1350 Pastors John & Roberta Greiner For additional information regarding Youth and Family events or other SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sunday service: 10:30 am Morning worship,
activities contact Pastor Aaron.
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Awana Kid’s club Wed. 6:15 to 8:15 pm. Ages 3 to 12 years. EDSON-PEERS CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH 4803 - 6th Avenue, Edson Telephone: 723-3661.
Pastor Father Thomas Basani (SAC)
Youth: Fridays, Gr. 6 to 12 at 7:00 pm. Various mid week small group
Last Thursday of the month studies available. 4633-7th Ave., Edson - Ph: 723-5242 Mass: Saturday: 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 10:00 a.m.
Call office for weekday Mass times.
6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. BIBLE TALKS Pastor Dan Meyer CARROT CREEK, NITON JUNCTION & PEERS
Worship: 10:30 a.m. Edson - Nursery provided
Food Bank located at Bible Talks every Sunday at 3:30, Lions Hall Edson. Sunday School: K through Grade 6 during a.m. service; CARROT CREEK CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP
Simple teachings of Jesus. No obligations whatsoever.
4511 5th Ave., Edson Come & listen. EDSON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH Pastor George Stone - Ph: 795-2132
D A. Farought and R. Priebe 780-667-1747 1133-55 St. Edson - Ph: 723-5490. Church in Peers, Alberta
DROP IN AND SEE!ROP IN AND SEE!
Saturday Morning Service at 11:30 a.m. Sabbath School at 10:00 a.m.
Adult Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor EDSON ALLIANCE CHURCH EDSON UNITED CHURCH Non-denominational - Everybody Welcome!
5040 3rd Avenue, Edson
5525-2nd Ave., Edson Ph: 723-5776 Pastor Bryan Walter
9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Sunday Worship & Sunday School: 10:30 a.m. Rev. Kimberly Roy COMMUNITY COWBOY CHURCH
780-723-5787 Wednesday: 7 p.m. Prayer Meeting; Regular Office Hours: Wednesday-Friday 10 am - 2 pm Niton Junction Hall
780-723-5787
Thursday: 6:30 p.m. AWANA
Boys and Girls
1214 Edson Drive, Edson, AB Phone: 723-3418
The Weekly Anchorhe Weekly Anchor Club; Ladies Ministry 2nd and last Tuesdays of the month. Website: www.edsonunitedchurch.com Tuesdays, 7 p.m. 780-712-3502
T
Please call for Youth Events.
FAMILY OF FAITH CHURCH GREEN GROVE UNITED CHURCH
Niton Junction - Ph: 795-2568 Sunday Services
EDSON BAPTIST CHURCH 463 72 St., Edson (formerly Glenwood Hall), Telephone: 780-517-7558
4719 - 9th Ave., Ph: 723-3982 Sunday Services: 10:45 a.m. Sunday: 10:00 am - Coffee and Donuts; 10:30 am - Morning Service
Remember to drop off your donations for the Adult Sunday School 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Pastors: Ron and Bev Swanson EVANSBURG/ENTWISTLE/WILDWOOD
EDSON FOOD BANK Children Sunday School offered during 10:45 service. fofcedson.com ENTWISTLE COMMUNITY CHURCH
Various Mid-week small group studies available
at Independent Grocer, Sobeys or the Edson Food Bank Visit our website for addition info edsonbaptist.com HOLY TRINITY (An Anglican/Lutheran Faith Community) Pastor - Micah Brookhart
Rev. Johnny Pooten 780-723-4366 Office: 780-727-2829
The Food Bank will be open 2 Thursday evenings, EDSON BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH WITH A MISSION WORSHIP SCHEDULE (All services at 10 am Sunday mornings): Sunday School for all ages 9:30 a.m.
We are open and going strong - 5325 4th Avenue
the second and last Thursday of the Month 6:45-8:00 pm. Sunday Service 11 am with lunch to follow 1st & 2nd Sunday at St. Catherine’s Building 623 50th St.; 3rd and 4th Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m.
Sundays at Grace Building 407-7th Ave.;
Open regular hours every Tuesday from 9-11 am. Pastor Jim Findlay 780-725-3743; \ 5th Sunday - call for location. WILDWOOD CHAPEL
Pastor Vinnie Frymire 780-728-8606
Please phone for other information.
4820 54 Avenue, Wildwood Alberta, Phone 780-325-3999
780-723-1350 ALL ARE WELCOME. Pastors: Bjorn & Karin Bidell
Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.; Mid-Week Prayer: Thursday 7:30 p.m..
Hours: Tues 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Last Thursday of the month 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Food Bank located at 4511 5th Ave., Edson
Sponsored by The Weekly Anchor
