Weekly Bulletin
March 8, 2026 Bulletin
Keep up with everything going on at the church right here with our weekly bulletin!
SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE
Join us this Sunday, March 8 at 9:00am and 11:00am.
Our livestream will be available at 9:00am on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/linkchurchmedhat/live/
Watch the livestream on YouTube here:
https://www.youtube.com/@LinkChurch-k1t
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
REMINDER PARENTS MUST PICK UP THEIR KIDS AFTER SUNDAY SCHOOL – Due to insurance reasons, we cannot release kids to older siblings or friends. Parents MUST pick up their kids after Sunday School.
CLASSROOMS:
DOWNSTAIRS
Little Explorers (babies up to 24 months) – the prayer room is available for parents and toddlers to use
Explorers (Ages 2 + 3)
UPSTAIRS
Adventurers (Ages 4 + 5)
Pathfinders 1 (Kindergarten + Grade 1)
Pathfinders 2 (Grades 2)
Pathfinders 3 (Grades 3)
Jr. Trailblazers (Grades 4)
Trailblazers (Grades 5 + 6)
EASTER PLAY
Our Easter Play will be on March 29 this year! There will be performances at both church services. For children who would like to be involved, practices will be from 5:45pm-6:15pm on Monday evenings before Mini Youth. There will also be a rehearsal on Saturday, March 28.
We are looking for people to help with costumes, stage/sanctuary set up/design/take down, treat bags, and practices. Please contact Sherry Allen (sherry@linkchurch.org) if you are interested in any of these roles.
TUESDAY MORNING CHILDCARE POSITION
We are currently looking to hire an individual for Tuesday morning childcare during the Women’s Bible Study from 9:15am – 11:15am.
Start date: April 14, 2026
Contact Janelle Klassen at (403) 928-4028 or janelle@linkchurch.org if you are interested or if you have any questions.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Attendance Counters
We are looking for a few more people to help count church attendance on Sunday mornings. Commitment is once a month at your preferred church service. Email Alli (alli@linkchurch.org) if you would like to be an attendance counter.
Cafe Ministry
We are currently looking for more volunteers to help serve coffee on Sunday mornings. If you are interested in helping with cafe ministry please reach out to Jason Heidebrecht (jason@actionpartsmh.com) for more information.
Sunday School Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering in Sunday School please reach out to Sherry Allen – sherry@linkchurch.org
CITYWIDE GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE VOLUNTEER SIGNUP
This year’s Good Friday Service will take place on Friday, April 3 at 10am at Co-op Place, with doors opening at 9am. As always, this gathering is a meaningful opportunity for the Church in Medicine Hat to come together in unity and witness.
To ensure a smooth event, we invite volunteers from our respective ministries to serve in a variety of roles. Below is the volunteer sign-up link:
March 12, 19 & 26 at 7:00 pm
Every follower of Jesus can hear God’s voice! The Hearing God seminar is a 3 week practicum for learning how God speaks to us today and how to discern his voice among all the other voices in our lives. This seminar is for those who are new in their faith, and for anyone who wants to grow in the practice of listening to God. Come join us for 3 weeks and learn to make listening to Jesus an ongoing practice.
Register Here: https://thelinkmedhat.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3458635
SENIOR’S FELLOWSHIP GROUP
March 21 at 10am at the church
Our Senior’s Fellowship Group is a welcoming group for those 65+ to connect, build friendships, and grow spiritually. Through fellowship, discussion, and shared activities, we support one another and enjoy life together in Christ.
Senior’s Group Coordinator
Murray Lefebvre
murrayandcathie@gmail.com
LINK MINISTRIES:
MEN’S MINISTRY
Our Men’s Group is a place for connection, encouragement, and growth. We gather regularly to build friendships, have meaningful conversations, and support one another in faith and life. Whether through discussion, prayer, or simply spending time together, our goal is to create a supportive community where men can grow stronger together.
Link Men’s Ministry is on Monday nights at 7pm here at the Link.
Contact: Joseph Steeves – joseph@linkchurch.org
LINK SINGLES GROUP
A relaxed group for unmarried adults to connect, grow in faith, and build friendships. We meet regularly for fellowship, conversation, and fun. All are welcome!
Friday, March 6
A Night at the Movies
“I Can Only Imagine” Part 2
Movie time to be decided
For more information and to RSVP contact Delynne at delynne@telus.net
YOUNG ADULTS
The Link Young Adults group is a place where anyone from ages 18-30ish can come enjoy fellowship and meet new people while learning to grow in our relationship with Jesus.
Tuesday nights at 7pm at the Link
Connect Groups
Contact – Lysa Penney (403) 594-1431
YOUTH : GRADE 7-12
March 11: 7-9:30pm
Testimony – Colson Werely shares about YWAM
March 18: 7-9:30pm
Bible Study
Games – Worship – Small Groups – Study
March 25: 7-9:30pm
Ignight – All ages prayer and worship
Games – Worship – Prayer Groups
Friday, March 27: 7-9:30pm
YXH City-Wide Youth
First Assembly Church
Any questions contact Pastor Josh at josh@linkchurch.org
MINI YOUTH – GRADE 4-6
March 9th – 6:30pm-8pm
Mario Kart
March 16th – 6:30pm -8pm
St. Patrick’s Day Games
March 23rd – 6:30pm-8pm
Badminton/Open Gym
March 30th – 6:30pm-8pm
Easter Games
Contact – sherry@linkchurch.org
PRAYER REQUESTS
If you have a prayer request that you would like to add to our prayer chain please email prayer@linkchurch.org
Please check out our website at www.prayer.linkchurch.org to find out how you can become involved in the prayer ministry.
PRAYER
THURSDAY PRAYER – Thursday Prayer is at 12:15pm-1:00pm in the Prayer Room at the Link
SUNDAY MORNINGS – Our prayer room will be open Sunday mornings from 8:30am-9:00am for preservice prayer and from 10:30am-11:00am. This is available to anyone who would like personal prayer or for those who have been impacted by the message.
THE LINK CHURCH APP
Check out the Link Church App. This is a great tool for giving financially to The Link, connecting with others, signing up to volunteer, and staying informed about events going on at the church. To download the App, follow the link below.
https://thelinkmedhat.churchcenter.com/setup
GIVING TO THE LINK
Online giving can be done through the website – www.linkchurch.org or by e-transfer to give@linkchurch.org
We now have a debit machine at the Connect Center for those who would like to tithe by debit. Instructions are provided or you can ask the volunteer at the Connect Center for assistance.
The offering mailbox is located in the hallway outside of the Office doors and the debit terminal is at the Connect Centre.
Thank you so much for your generosity!
Any questions contact Debbie Brandt at debbie@linkchurch.org
EMAIL DISTRIBUTIONS
We send out weekly updates and reminders. If you would like to be on this distribution list, please email alli@linkchurch.org and we will get you connected!
LINK STAFF
- Lead Pastor – Mike Landry
- Associate Pastor – Josh Smith
- Associate Pastor of Ministry – Rick Aupperle
- Associate Pastor – Joseph Steeves
- Pastoral Assistant – Rhonda Gould
- Worship Director – Tori Schneider
- Children’s Ministry Director – Sherry Allen
- Children’s Ministry Coordinator – Janelle Klassen
- Receptionist– Alli Penner
- Treasurer – Debbie Brandt
- Technical Director – Bruce Sparkes
- Custodian – Florante Robles
- Prayer Director – Wilma Van Niekerk
- Event Coordinator – Shanda Thorne
LINK BOARD MEMBERS 2026
- Chairman of the Board – Pat Janzer
- Members: Pat Janzer, Reid Wilkie, Cindy Manley, Clark Kurpjuweit, Nick Paquin, Colin Desnoyer, Lacey Worth, Jurgen Schlenker