May 2nd, 2021

There’s a popular saying that suggests that there are only two certainties in life - death and taxes. But I'd like to suggest as we start a new month that there are far more things that we can be certain of… things a LOT more positive than death and taxes!

For instance, April showers are sure to bring May flowers. Those same flowers, wrapped into a bouquet and given to your mom on Mother’s Day are sure to bring a smile to her face.  I’m also sure that the sun will continue to set and rise, we will turn our calendar page from April to May, and then May to June, and the seasons will continue to turn, displaying God’s amazing handiwork.  

We read Colossians 3 this Sunday in our worship service, where we received more sureties; We are raised with Christ, when Christ appears, then we also will appear with Him in glory and we are God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved!  May we clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience this month as we remember these certainties.

Refugee Family 

We continue to give thanks to God for His faithfulness in partnering Mountainview with the Tooe family.  We pray for a smooth process as they wait for their arrival date, and as we prepare for their arrival.  

As we have secured housing for the Tooe family, we are able to start collecting furniture and household item donations at this time.  As soon as the stay at home order is lifted, we will be able to coordinate the delivery of these items to their home in Hamilton. 

If you have any furniture and household items that can be donated, please set them aside and advise us by contacting deacons@mountainviewcrc.org, jendejonge@hotmail.com, or your neighbourhood deacon to make arrangements for these donations.  Thank you in advance for your generosity!!

New Ground Sunday

Sunday, May 2 is New Ground Sunday.  The NewGround Program of Diaconal Ministries Canada helps churches love their communities by breaking new missional ground, nurturing Spirit-led ideas that bear everlasting fruit.  

You can make a one-time donation or become a monthly partner on Diaconal Ministries’ website: https://diaconalministries.com/donate-now/

For more information, please click on the following video link:

Member Assistance

COVID19 Vaccinations

We praise God that there is a vaccine available for COVID19 and rejoice with those who have had the opportunity to receive their dose(s). Recent reports suggest in the very near future, more age groups will have the opportunity to get their jab! 

For information on how to get your vaccine, go to:

https://www.niagararegion.ca/health/covid-19/vaccination/default.aspx?shorturl=1

If you need assistance with booking, please feel free to contact your neighbourhood deacon, email deacons@mountainviewcrc.org or contact jendejonge@hotmail.com.  We trust that God will continue to guide us and keep us safe and healthy through this difficult time.

New Deacons

We are excited to welcome our new Deacons, being installed this Sunday, May 2nd:

Chris Klingenberg
Rene Moraal
Jen Prins
Frank Veldman
Albert Witteveen

We look forward to serving with you and being the hands and feet of Jesus as we fulfill our mandate as Deacons at Mountainview.  May God bless you as you serve!

In welcoming new members, we also say farewell to our two outgoing deacons, Derek DenBak, our Secretary, and Stan Veenstra.  Thank you Derek and Stan for your faithful service as Deacons during the last 3 years. We have been truly blessed to have you on the team!

With the installation of new Elders and Deacons, and the departure of our outgoing Elders and Deacons, there will be new teams to service our neighbourhoods.  Please stay tuned for this information.

Stay tuned for our next Deacons Corner on June 6, 2021.