We have a more mature Corps and we are seeking a leader to come forward to run a new Seniors ministry. We are also in a highly populated area of Chinese and are looking for the right ESL teacher.

Here in Vernon we are working on a major property proposal that now has DHQ approval and is in the hands of THQ.  Please pray that all concerned will be in tune with the Lord so that His will is done.  We are trusting Him to open any and all doors that lead to the fulfilment of His will.
 
On another front, as always it is our desire to be "one in heart and mind" in terms of our leadership team.  Please pray that this will be so as we continue to walk out our values, vision, and mission.
 
A final request is for the Talkin Donkey,our coffee house with a cause (social justice).  Please pray that it will flourish this year in every way: financially, outreach to Vernon's youth, souls for the Kingdom.

We would like prayer for our new substance abuse non-residential program and our counsellor Steve Hakes. Please pray for an increase in our youth ministry and for youth leaders/Sunday School teachers to step forward.  Please pray for Dina Kennedy as she is leading the human trafficking ministry.  Outside of our ministry pray for the Williams Lake Ministerial that it finds its purpose in the community.

We would appreciate prayer for outreach into the community this spring and summer.  We have just renovated a new building and are reaching out to our surrounding area.  New people who have started attending to draw closer to God. Unity in the church, strong leadership, protection over our youth.

I do have a request,we run a Pioneer Club. Please pray for the children who come each week and their families. And also could you pray that it will be a means of first bringing them to the Lord and then become a part of the corps. As well we need leaders, that is always a concern and for the faithful leaders we already have. You certainly can share these concerns and thank you for your prayers.
 

We began a new after school tutoring program in January.  We are excited about what is happening.  One family has begun coming to church, other children have branched into other outreach events.

Our drop in Basketball program for teens has exploded.  We have had to move to a second night, because it is hard to get 30 young adults on the court at the same time.  These are primarily community teens, with a smattering of young adults from the congregation mixed in to be the salt and light.

Our Sunday morning Sunday School is slowly growing.   6 months ago it would be strange to have a child in church.   Now we average about 7 -10 on most Sundays.  

For all of this we need people called to Children and Youth ministry.  We are setting the bar high and it is exciting to see those that are stepping forward.