Tuesday, January 14, 2014

RJC Update Jan 14-21

EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:
- Wednesday, Jan 15, 6:00 & 7:30 pm  - Boys' & Girls' Basketball @ Saskatoon Christian School (6:00 pm boys, 7:30 pm girls).
- Wednesday, Jan 15, 8:15 pm - Boys' Midget Hockey vs Dalmeny.

- Thursday, Jan 16, 6:00 & 7:30 pm - Boys' & Girls' Basketball at RJC versus Martensville (6:00 pm boys, 7:30 pm girls)


- Friday & Saturday, January 17 & 18, 7:30 pm - RJC WINTER THEATRE  in the Pit Theatre.   The Theatre Arts Class will present four short plays and a Musical Theatre excerpt from "Matilda - The Musical."  Tickets are still available.   Call or email RJC (306 232-4222 or office@rjc.sk.ca) to reserve your tickets. 
- Friday (afternoon) to Saturday (morning), January 17-18 - RJC SPEND-A-DAY.  On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-11 for Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch (which the whole family is welcome to attend).  All guests of Spend-a-Day will attend the Friday evening theatre performance free of charge.  If you or someone you know has a child who is interested in learning more about RJC and would like to Spend-A-Day on campus (attending classes, staying overnight in the dorms, etc), please email val@rjc.sk.ca for more information.

- Friday & Saturday, Jan 17 & 18 - Boys' Basketball tournament @ Middle Lake.

- Saturday, January 18 - Girls' Basketball tournament at Valley Christian Academy (Osler).  Saturday only.
 
- Saturday, Jan 18, 5:30 pm - Boys' Hockey vs Hague.

- Sunday, Jan 19, 2:00 pm - Girls' Midget Hockey vs Elrose.

- Tuesday, Jan 21, 6:00 & 7:30 pm - Boys' & Girls' Basketball @ Clavet (6:00 pm boys, 7:30 pm girls).

Please check with your child or the school before traveling to any of the above sporting events, in case of last minute schedule changes due to bad weather, road conditions, etc.



UPCOMING EVENTS:

- SEMESTER ONE EXAMS will be held the week of January 27-30.  Friday, January 31 is turn-around day, and no classes will be held.  Semester Two begins Monday, February 3.


- FEBRUARY WINTER BREAK, Saturday, February 15 to Sunday, February 23.   Classes end Friday, February 14 at 3:00 pm and the dorms close by 5:00 pm (no supper served).   Classes resume Monday, February 24, 8:30 am (dorms open at 3:00 pm on Sunday).  



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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.


Monday, January 13, 2014

Alumni Tournament of Memories January 3rd and 4th

The Alumni Tournament of Memories was held the weekend of January 3rd and 4th.  Spirits were high and great fun was had by all!  Start making your contacts now for next year!















Dad chases down his son Brett.


Grandpa Carl  played against his grandson Shane.




























Friday, January 10, 2014

Chapel Review Weekending January 10th


Chapel Report
Friday Jan. 10, 2014

Linda Dickinson, Material Resources Coordinator at MCC AB, was our guest in chapel on Mon. Jan. 6.  Linda encouraged students to ‘show up’ and take advantage of opportunities to serve others, especially during RJC’s upcoming ALSO week.  She spoke about her recent trip to Guatemala where she visited many of the communities that have benefited from the work of MCC, and where many RJC students have and will work and travel.  She also related some experiences from the floods of the past summer in Calgary and High River.  RJC students will visit High River during ALSO week to work with MDS in flood clean-up relief.   It was an encouraging hearing from someone so passionate and genuine about their work in service to others. 




On Wed. Jan. 8 RJC held its first ‘Conference Wednesday’ chapel where pastors and leaders from the conference are invited to share in chapel.  Dave Feick, representing the Micah Mission, shared about his ministry to those in the justice system.  Dave challenged students to think beyond the headlines when considering criminal cases and to consider the people involved, both victims and perpetrators, and to consider how to bring restorative justice to all parties.



On Thurs. Jan. 9 the Faith and Life Committee attempted to stem the ‘January blues’ by performing a funny, heart-warming skit to introduce the ‘love theme’ for the month, ‘love always hopes’.  The committee shared events and activities that they are anticipating this semester to give students some things to which they can look forward. 



On Fri. Jan. 10 Lutheran Minister Michael Diegal visited our chapel and delivered an epiphany themed message.  Pastor Diegal also presented some candlesticks, an advent wreath, and some books to RJC on behalf of the now closed Hague Lutheran Church.  These gifts are much appreciated, and reflect the solidarity of mission felt between different denominations in the Valley.  

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

RJC Update Jan 7-14

Happy New Year!


EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:

- Wednesday, Jan 8, 4:00 pm - Girls' Basketball at RJC vs Stobart School (Duck Lake).
- Wednesday, Jan 8, 7:45 pm - Girls' Midget Hockey @ Harold Latrace Arena Saskatoon vs Saskatoon Tornados.
- Wednesday, Jan 8, 8:15 pm - Boys' Midget Hockey vs Cudworth.

- Thursday, Jan 9, 6:00 & 7:30 pm - Girls' & Boys' Basketball at RJC versus Valley Christian Academy (Osler).

- Friday & Saturday, Jan 10 & 11 - Boys' Basketball tournament @ Saskatoon Christian School.

- Sunday, Jan 12, 2:00 pm - Girls' Midget Hockey vs Rosetown Redwings.

- Monday, Jan 13, 7:00 pm - Rosthern Week of Prayer Monday service held in the RJC chapel.

Please check with your child or the school before traveling to any of the above sporting events, in case of last minute schedule changes due to bad weather, road conditions, etc.



UPCOMING EVENTS:


- RJC WINTER THEATRE, Friday & Saturday, January 17 & 18, 7:30 pm in the Pit Theatre.   The Theatre Arts Class will present four short plays and a Musical Theatre excerpt from "Matilda - The Musical."  This is the final project for the class, and looks to be a very entertaining evening. Tickets are $10, and must be reserved in advance due to limited seating.  Call or email RJC as soon as possible (306 232-4222 or office@rjc.sk.ca) to reserve your tickets. 


- SPEND-A-DAY - January 17 &18.  On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-11 for Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch from the cooks (which the whole family is welcome to attend).  This year will be a bit different as it is running along side our Winter Theatre.  All guests of Spend-a-Day will attend the Friday evening performance free of charge.  If you or someone you know has a child who is interested in learning more about RJC and would like to Spend-A-Day on campus (attending classes, staying overnight in the dorms, etc), please visit the website for a registration form or more information.  Forms need to be in by January 10. You can email val@rjc.sk.ca for more information.


- SEMESTER ONE EXAMS will be held the week of January 27-30.  Friday, January 31 is turn-around day, and no classes will be held.  Semester Two begins Monday, February 3.


- FEBRUARY WINTER BREAK, Saturday, February 15 to Sunday, February 23.   Classes end Friday, February 14 at 3:00 pm and the dorms close by 5:00 pm (no supper served).   Classes resume Monday, February 24, 8:30 am (dorms open at 3:00 pm on Sunday).  



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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.


Monday, December 23, 2013

Chapel Review Weekending Dec 20th


On Monday Dec 16th , Spirit Life Coordinator Ryan Wood revealed this years ALSO theme  "To Participate is to be Fully Human", a quote from C.S. Lewis.  Students will be traveling to Guatemala  Alabanma , High River with MDS and serving in the greater Rosthern Area.  The scripture theme which guides the pre Also learning will be based on the parable of the Good Samaritan." We need to help students see the need right in front of them and the good they can do right in their own backyard" said Wood.





Students share about their ALSO experience from last year.

Students enjoy the video presentation from last year's ALSO Prince Albert and Saskatoon trips.


On Thursday Dec 19th the Faith and Life committee lead a candle light Advent service.  Students were encouraged to remember to keep Christ in Christmas.





Monday, December 16, 2013

RJC Update Dec 16-Jan 6

EVENTS THIS WEEK INCLUDE:

- Tuesday, Dec 17, 6:00 pm - Boys' Basketball at RJC vs Ecole Canadienne-Francaise.  NOTE change of time from last week's notice (7:30 to 6:00 pm).

- Wednesday, Dec 18, 4:00 pm - Boys' Basketball at RJC vs Stobart School.

- Thursday, Dec 19, 5:30 pm - RJC Student & Staff Christmas Banquet & Celebrations.

- Friday, December 20, 7:00 pm - RJC CHRISTMAS CONCERT

, featuring the RJC Concert Choir, Chorale and Women's Choir.  Free admission.  Everyone is welcome to join us for the concert, with refreshments and visiting to follow.  

  


UPCOMING EVENTS:


- CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS - Saturday, December 21 to Sunday, January 5, 2014.   Dorms close Friday evening following the Christmas Concert, and re-open Sunday, January 5 at 3:00 pm.  Classes resume Monday, January 6, 8:30 am.  


- RJC ALUMNI TOURNAMENT OF MEMORIES - January 3 & 4, 2014  - Basketball and Hockey are waiting for you!  Alumni, family and friends should register by December 21 by email (deneldafast@hotmail.com) for basketball or (mel@rjc.sk.ca) for hockey.  Reconnect with old classmates and friends and exercise your mind, body and spirit at the same time!  If you have questions contact Denelda Fast at 306-221-2846 or RJC office at 306-232-4222.


- SPEND-A-DAY - January 17 &18.  On Friday & Saturday we are opening our doors for youth from grades 8-10 for Spend-A-Day.  We will start on Friday with registration and lunch, and end the event on Saturday morning with a delicious brunch from the cooks (which the whole family is welcome to attend).  This year will be a bit different as it is running along side our Winter Theatre.  All guests of Spend-a-Day will attend the Friday evening performance free of charge.  If you or someone you know has a child who is interested in learning more about RJC and would like to Spend-A-Day on campus (attending classes, staying overnight in the dorms, etc), please visit the website for a registration form or more information.  Forms need to be in by January 10. You can email val@rjc.sk.ca for more information.


- RJC WINTER THEATRE, Friday & Saturday, January 17 & 18, 7:30 pm in the Pit Theatre.   The Theatre Arts Class will present four short plays and a Musical Theatre excerpt from "Matilda - The Musical."  This is the final project for the class, and looks to be a very entertaining evening. Tickets are $10.  Call or email RJC (306 232-4222 or office@rjc.sk.ca) to reserve your tickets. 


Have a Merry Christmas, and Best Wishes for 2014!
 

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Feel free to call the school if you have questions about any of the above items or events.

Please check the RJC website at www.rjc.sk.ca for weekly updates, choir and sports schedules, calendar of upcoming events and other school information.


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office@rjc.sk.ca
www.rjc.sk.ca
306 232-4222
306 232-5250 Fax

Friday, December 13, 2013

Chapel Review Weekending December 13th

Chapel Report
Friday December 13, 2013

Teachers Lloyd Schmidt and Richard Janzen, along with Intern Sarah Paquette, shared in chapel this week.  On Monday Dec. 9 Lloyd used his math skills to lead students in a group game, which pitted four teams against each other.  The point of the game, which Lloyd explained at the end, was to get the students to see how they needed to work cooperatively in order for the game to have the best results for the greatest amount of people.  Math games + Lloyd + Chapel  = Fun!  Thanks Lloyd! 


On Wed. Dec. 11 Richard showed slides of his family and talked about the importance of being part of a loving family unit.  He encouraged students to appreciate and cultivate loving relationships within their families, and to take time this advent season to remember that Christ was born within an earthly family.


Friday Dec. 13 was Intern Sarah Paquette’s final day at RJC.  She related some personal stories and explored the theme of ‘forgiveness’ in chapel.  When she was two years old her mother was killed in a car accident involving a drunk driver.  Her powerful personal testimony about learning to forgive the driver struck as chord with the student body and she received a loud applause at the end.  Following chapel students thanked Sarah for her contributions to the school year and wished her well.  All the best as you finish your studies at U of S next semester Sarah!   



RJC continued to celebrate Advent this week with Faith and Life lighting the fourth advent candle on Thursday Dec. 12.  Christmas carols were sung and students were encouraged to spread Christmas joy.  The Faith and Life committee spread some joy themselves by surprising the student body with homemade cookies as they exited the chapel.  Merry Christmas everyone!  Next week students are anticipating Winter Fun Day and our final Christmas chapel, when we light the Christ Candle complete with a candle light service.  May the Christ child continue to inspire hope, joy, peace, and love in us all this advent season!   On behalf of the RJC Faith and Life Committee, Merry Christmas!