Pasko sa WECA 2012

Pasko sa WECA 2012 was held last Saturday, December 15th at WECA Conference Room and was attended by approx. 120 church members and guests.  First time guests include Drs. Tim and Brenda Wollin who are leading next year's WECA Philippine mission. Pastor Randy Thompson shared a short message about hope in Christ Jesus. Master of Ceremonies were the couple Mark and Tess Yanez who did a great job on keeping people alive and enthusiastic during the entire program. Michael Bautista once again graced the occasion with his versatility in piano while AC's group, the H2O group and the ladies' group rendered their own special numbers.  Camiro Canlas, a Seasalt life group member sang his solo "Dakila Ka O Diyos".  One of the highlights was a short skit written and directed by Julius Atinaja entitled "Ang Bagong Simula ni Totoy" which is  story of a balut vendor who happened to sell his merchandize to a group of believers and had the chance to hear the story of Christmas and accepted the gift of eternal life through Jesus Christ.  WECA angels surprised the audience with a dance number of Feliz Navidad on a cha cha rhythm. A video presentation about Christmas in the Philippines which was prepared by Dr. Don Valencerina was shown during dinner.  Door prizes were given to lucky winners such as the early bird, longest married couple(39 years), and the youngest guest (13 days old).  Attendees savoured the potluck foods including Philippines' national delicacy lechon, pancit(noodles), Brod Benny Barreras' famous papaitan, ate Flor's egado, apritada, and deserts such as bibingka, puto, fruits, and more.  Pastor Denise Kroeker shared the different life groups at WECA and extended an invitation to those who are interested on joining one.  Once again, Pinoys at WECA thank everyone who joined this year especially the volunteers and WECA leadership.  Special appreciation also to Fred Mastelero who is our official photographer.  Through this annual Christmas Party, the Filipino families at WECA are brought together once a year to celebrate the birth of the Saviour and to share the Filipino culture to the diverse group of people here in Edmonton. Maligayang Pasko!

New York Fries and R&D Bobcats Are The Winners On The Opening Day

Opening Ceremonies was held on Sunday, February 5, 2012 which included a program with a message from Paul Armfield, WECA Pastoral staff.  Pastor Denise Kroeker, WECA's life group coordinator thanked the volunteers and declared the league open.  Philippine Honorary Consul Esmeralda Agbulos delivered an inspirational talk followed by the ceremonial jump ball.  The first 2 games of the league were dominated by New York Fries(65) defeating S.I(40)., while R&D Bobcats(56) won over the Blue Angels(24).

Next Sunday's Games, February 12, 2012
2:45pm  Exodus vs. Knights
4:15pm  Pazzo Pazzo vs Pilipinas

2012 WECA Basketball League Opening Ceremonies

This year's WECA Basketball League will start on Sunday, February 5, 2012.  Assembly time is 2:30pm and the short program will start at 2:45pm.  The Honorary Consul Esmeralda Agbulos is coming to grace the occasion.  All teams are required during the opening ceremonies for the teams presentation and the teams to play for the1st 2 games on Sunday will be picked through draw lots.  1st game will take place at 3:30pm and the 2nd game at 4:30pm.  May the spirit of sportsmanship, discipline and cooperation will continue to bind us as a community for the success of the 3rd WECA Basketball League.

“The way a team plays as a whole determines its success. You may have the greatest bunch of individual stars in the world, but if they don't play together, the club won't be worth a dime.”

Babe Ruth quotes (American Baseball Player, one of the first five players elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame and the first to hit over 50 home runs in one season. 1895-1948)

2011 Pinoys at WECA Christmas Party

Pinoys at WECA 3rd annual Christmas Party will be held on Saturday, December 17th , 5:00-7:30pm at WECA Conference Room. The organizing committee will be led by Caloy and Elaine Rivor and supported by the core group of the Filipinos at West Edmonton Christian Assembly.  Anyone is welcome and requested to bring a favourite dish.  There will be singing of Christmas carols, a Christmas message, games, children's participation and of course dinner mostly Filipino foods including Philippine's favourite delicacy "lechon".  Invite a friend or a relative and let us celebrate the Christmas with the love of our saviour Jesus Christ.  There will be a sign up booth this Sunday, Dec 4th at the church foyer or e-mail Ramon at feombac@telus.net.  Have a blessed Christmas and relax during the holidays.  Enjoy the company of your family.

⁸ And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. ⁹ An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. ¹⁰ But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. ¹¹ Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. ¹² This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”  Luke 2: 8-12

WECA Open House

Open House at WECA for the official kick off of the different Life Groups was held today at the church.  Life Group booths were prepared at the gym while Open House information and Pancake breakfast was held at the auditorium.

 

 



AC Atinaja and Carter at the Home Improvement Booth



John Rafio distributed Gideon bibles.



Picnic at the Park - 2011

This year's summer picnic was attended by closed to hundred mostly from the church family, relatives, friends and guests.  The master of ceremonies of the program this year was John Rafio.  The message about Freedom by Paul Armfield reminded us, first of all the freedom of the Filipino people from the Spanish invaders after almost 400 years and the liberation by the Americans.  Much more on the spiritual freedom that we received through the Lord Jesus Christ. Of course thanks to everyone who brought their favourite dish and lunch was really good with the Filipino delicacy "lechon" (roasted pig).  Games which was spearheaded by Jeane Absalon followed the lunch.  Kids and adults alike enjoyed the games including popping the balloon, sack race, tug of war and many more.  Musical and song presentations by Abraham, Victoria and AC were part of the program.  It was an enjoyable and successful event.  We thank the Lord for blessings us with a nice weather. Thank you to all members of the organizing committee and to all the volunteers.

2011 Summer Picnic - Saturday, July 23rd

This year's Summer Picnic is on Saturday, June 23rd, 11:00am-3:00pm at Site#1 Hawrelak Park.  Bring the whole family and friends alongwith your favourite dish.  There will be games for kids and adults alike.  Have fun and enjoy the weekend.  There will be a sign-up sheet today and next Sunday at WECA Foyer.  Please indicate the number of people and the dish you are bringing with you. See last year's picnic photos below.