October 20th, 2024 News
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Join us Sunday morning at 10 am or anytime throughout the week. Pastor Erick Schuringa will present the 6th message in the “Just Love” fall series, entitled “Stay Calm and Forgive”. He will be looking at 1 Corinthians 13:5: Luke 6:27-37; Colossians 3:12-14.
This week we will reflect on what it means to promote the way of love by being calm in the face of adversity and bringing healing where there is hurt. If we can grow as people who live in this gospel way, think of the community transformation that can happen!
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
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JOYFUL GIVING
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UPCOMING OFFERING: October 27th –- Calvin Theological Seminary provides theological training for ordained and un-ordained ministry positions for Christian Reformed Churches in North America as well as leaders for Christ’s church around the world. They also evaluate candidates for ministry, offer continuing education for pastors, and seminars for office bearers. Calvin Theological Seminary advises synod and is a theological resource for all denominational agencies and churches.
Let’s Join the Fight to End Global Hunger! - In communities where World Renew works, extreme weather, conflict, and the lingering economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have left families grappling with hunger. We are providing emergency food helps, but World Renew understands that families need long-term solutions to food insecurity. In two weeks, let’s join the fight to end global hunger. Your gift can help World Renew provide communities with life-transforming training and resources so they can overcome hunger, not just today, but for generations. For more information, go to: worldrenew.ca/world-hunger
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
SOCO Beach Project Rental Ministry: Looking for a place to host a small group retreat, visioning meeting or just to hang out with friends & family? Find out more about renting the SOCO house while supporting young adult ministry. Check it out in this week's newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/special-edition-oct-10
Join Choose Life Niagara at their upcoming Fall Coffeehouse on Tues., Oct. 22 at 7 pm at Club Roma, St. Catharines in support of MaterCare International, an organization of obstetricians and gynecologists dedicated to improving the lives and health of mothers and babies, both born and unborn, to reduce the tragic levels of abortion world-wide. Refreshments will be provided. A free will offering will be collected for MaterCare International. RSVP at ChooseLife.ca/events.
All high school and post-secondary students are invited to our annual Choose Life Youth Retreat at Circle Square Ranch in Brantford on Fri. Nov. 22 at 5:45 pm - Sat. Nov. 23 at 9 pm. Education sessions will equip youth to stand for life against abortion. We’ll participate in fun ranch activities: horseback riding, archery, rock climbing and more! The cost is $60 (includes bus cost, Saturday meals, and sleeping accommodation). Visit chooselife.ca/events or email info@chooselife.ca.
Keith & Kristyn Getty will be appearing in concert for one night only at the FirstOntario Concert Hall in Hamilton on Saturday, October 26th. They will be joined by fellow Christian musicians Matt Boswell and Matt Papa. Tickets can be purchased at gettymusic.com/tour and ticketmaster.ca. Proceeds will go to: Bible League Canada, Christian Ministry to Israel, Christ’s Hope, EduDeo Ministries, Hope Academy, and Niagara Christian Gleaners. Need more info on our organization and listed ministries? Visit: niagarachristianconcerts.com.
A monthly student-led ministry that serves Redeemer students and the local church, Rooted Worship provides a space for passionate worship, dynamic preaching, unrushed hospitality, creative elements and communal prayer. The first service is October 20 at 7 pm in the Redeemer auditorium. Doors open at 6:40 p.m. and all are welcome. Follow @redeemerrooted on Instagram for more details and announcements! Learn More
Christian Music for the Church Today - On October 26, Redeemer will be hosting world-renowned Christian singer and songwriter Keith Getty for a workshop titled “Christian Music for the Church Today.” At this free workshop, Keith will share his perspective on what Christian music should look like and how to get good congregational participation in corporate worship. Come learn musical insights from a professional Christian musician—and perhaps sing a song or two along the way! Register Now
Wolters Centre Natural Sciences and Mathematics Lecture - On November 5, join us at Redeemer for a free public lecture hosted by the Albert M. Wolters Centre for Christian Scholarship. Dr. Dave Warners and Dr. Matthew Heun, visiting scholars in the field of natural sciences and mathematics, will be delivering a lecture entitled "Beyond Stewardship: New Approaches to Creation Care," building off their book of the same name, as they explore new ways of understanding humanity’s responsibility to care for the world. Learn More
Campus Visit Day November 8th - Come to Redeemer's campus for a group visit for prospective undergraduate students and their families! The day will include a tour, lunch with faculty, a student life panel and opportunities to ask questions and connect with future classmates. Campus Visit Day.
Your invited to The Great Hymn Sing/ Organ and Brass Concert with Salvation Army Meadowlands Band and organist John VanderLaan on Sunday November 3 at 2:30pm at Grace Community (Ancaster) CRC. A freewill offering will take place. Donations will go towards the Salvation Army’s Annual Kettle Campaign. Together we can help this army turn cold nights into more comfortable ones for those that need it most. Invite a friend. We hope to see you there. Contact John VanderLaan at 905-648-3170.
The Table Fundraiser Dinner is coming up on Saturday, November 9th, at 6:00 pm. We would love to have you join us for an evening of fun, food, prizes, and stories at the beautiful Club Capri. The menu includes salad, pasta, roasted chicken, dessert, coffee, and drinks. Feel free to come as a group. Tickets are FREE. Please register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1013824786227?aff=oddtdtcreator. We're thankful for our generous individual partners who are sponsoring tables to cover the cost of the hall and meals. We're also excited to offer a silent auction with amazing donations. We look forward to sharing dinner together and some exciting stories about what's happening at The Table.
Momentum Choir presents We Are Loved (Sunday, November 10 at 4pm) a journey through music and stories about the hardships and triumphs of the relationships we have. This concert promises to leave you with inspiration and contemplation. Please email info@momentumchoir.ca if you have any questions. Get your tickets here today!
Awake to Praise Choir: Tickets are available at the FirstOntario PAC in St. Catharines for Monday, November 11, at 8:00 pm. Please visit our website at www.awaketopraisechoir.com. Bring family, friends, or neighbors to this unique opportunity: "For King and Country," a concert of Remembrance. Net proceeds will go to Word and Deed.
Come and See What God is Doing: In 2024 and 2025, we’re bringing together Christian Reformed people from across North America in the spirit of fellowship, encouragement and renewal. Fifteen people from Classis Niagara are invited to attend “Gather”, which will be held from Monday, Nov. 18 (dinner at 5 pm) - noon on Wed., Nov. 20 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Niagara Falls, where they will join groups from four other regional classes. Through facilitated storytelling in small groups, participants will discuss ways God is bringing life to our congregations; how we can encourage greater participation; and where God is leading. All expenses will be covered through a generous grant. Registration closes October 14. Interested? Contact Wendy de Jong, statedclerkniagara@gmail.com. Need Info? Visit crcna.org/Gather.
Great Lakes Christian High School invites you to join us! Thursday, November 21st at 6:30 pm you are invited to attend our Open House featuring our Amazing Race, students explore while parents attend an info session! To Register: Click here. Friday November 29th 8:00 am-1:30 pm Students are welcome to join our Shadow Day; experience high school as a Great Lakes Laker! (lunch provided). To Register: Click here
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Turkey & the Seven Churches of Revelation (May 27 - June 8, 2025): Visit ancient sites connected with Paul’s First, Second, and Third Missionary Journeys as well as the seven churches to whom John wrote the Book of Revelation. Join Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar, for this inspirational biblical tour. Contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or weimje@calvinseminary.edu.
Feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, stress or loneliness? Want to talk to one of our psychotherapists or counsellors? We are here to help ! Please call 905.309.0944. We will be answering the phones Monday - Friday daily between 9am – 4pm. Sessions typically run about an hour. All of our services are free and confidential. Sometimes we all need help!
Has ALCOHOL OR DRUGS taken over your or a loved one’s life? Family Outreach Ontario can help. There are literally thousands of Christian recovering addicts out there… you may be sitting beside one in church next Sunday. Confidentiality guaranteed. Visit our web site for more info at www.familyoutreachontario.com, contact us at 905-933-3994, or e-mail us at info@familyoutreachontario.com.
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
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DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS – Available under “Community Partners” on our Website. Posted as they come in. Paper copies can be requested from the church office.. Browse through the work of local and CRCNA ministries...
ReFrame Ministries Provides Devotions, Podcasts, and Blogs - Start a new Biblical habit with resources from ReFrame Ministries. DEVOTIONS including the Today devotional offer short daily meditations and scripture. Kids Corner includes devotions, especially for children and guardians. PODCASTS help you dig into scripture with Groundwork, explore pop culture and Christianity with Think Christian, or energize your church communications with Church Juice. BLOGS offering spiritual advice for parenting, dating, and more are available in new posts from Family Fire. Learn more about the spiritual habit of praying with ReFrame’s prayer ministry.
Groundwork: Encouragement When We Suffer for Being Christians - Have you ever been tempted to hide your faith for fear of judgment or ridicule? Join our Groundwork conversation as we study 1 Peter 3 to find courage in the grace of Jesus Christ to remain faithful to the gospel in the face of injustice and suffering. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner: Beatitude 3: Lead Like Jesus - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at www,kidscorner.net. “Humble Leader.” Does that sound impossible? A humble leader makes decisions because it will help everyone who looks up to them to get better at something, feel better about themselves, or grow more confident in their abilities. Being a humble leader means we don’t want “to be served, but to serve” (Mark 10:45). Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like Liz and Friend Story Podcast: At Your Service.
Kids in Action - Do you know a kid doing a special ministry or a group of young people doing God’s work right now? Maybe an artist, justice-seeker, or tree planter? Nominate them to be featured in a new Kids in Action video. Do you or a friend have a story to share? We would love to hear your story. Contact us at kidscorner@reframemedia.com. Check out all our Kids in Action seasons at kidscorner.net/kids-in-action
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - First Corinthians 12 describes the church as the body of Christ—a body with many parts that play different roles. As you think about your role within your church or community, which body part(s) do you think you might be? Perhaps you are the eyes and heart, sharing empathy and kindness where you see hardship and struggle. Maybe you are the big toe, providing stability and balance. Are you like blood vessels gifted at connecting and linking others? Thank God for how God made you and how each person in God’s kingdom is essential. Brought by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Family Fire - Family Fire is an online community exploring Spirit-led family, marriage, parenting, in-laws, blended families, and intimacy. Find encouraging articles and devotions at familyfire.com. Subscribe for regular email updates and connect with our Family Fire community on Facebook.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Grimsby Life Centre is looking for an Administrative Assistant beginning in January 2025 and going until March 2026 (to fill a mat. Leave). This position is 3 days a week in our office. The right candidate for this role will have a heart for Christ and a friendly, joyful disposition. Please contact Sara at 905 309 0944 or through email saragrimsbylife@gmail.com.
Shalom Manor Gardens is seeking individuals who wish to provide resident-centered care in a Christian community. We are hiring in the following departments:
· Manor Nursing: PSW part-time; RPN part-time, full time and casual; and RN casual
· Gardens Nursing: RPN – Casual
· Gardens Environemental Services: Housekeeper. Full time, Mon- Fri 9AM-3PM
Job Opening! Canada Advancement Church Engagement Officer – This role supports development efforts throughout Canada to promote and enhance the Ministry Shares program. Reporting to the Director of Advancement, you will collaborate with the Canadian Communications team, and be responsible for cultivating relationships with donors, churches, and classes. This full-time, hybrid position requires extensive travel across Canada, weekdays and weekends, for speaking engagements. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
Job Opening! Faith Formation Consultant - Thrive - The Faith Formation Consultant works with Thrive staff to equip and encourage churches with particular attention to life-long faith formation and discipleship ministries at the congregational, regional, and denominational levels. This is a full time, hybrid position based in Grand Rapids, Mich., or Burlington, Ont. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
Diaconal Ministries Canada (DMC) is now accepting applications for the part-time position of Development Coordinator (18 hours/week). This position is responsible for new revenue generation through the development, maintenance, and management of all aspects of Diaconal Ministries Canada’s fundraising efforts. View the complete job description on our website: http://bit.ly/4dP1RBk. Three (3) years work experience in the not-for-profit sector development/fundraising field is an asset, along with a related post-secondary education and a basic understanding of Canadian fundraising laws. Start date is immediate. Send in your letter of application and CV by September 30, 2024, to Ron Vanden Brink, National Director of Diaconal Ministries Canada: rvandenbrink@crcna.org.
Martindale Place, a Christian organization, is looking for a Business Administrator to manage our financial operations and support our amazing team! Are you a finance or business professional with a knack for numbers, an eye for detail, and a heart for service What’s in it for you? A full-time role, a competitive salary, a chance to grow and develop in a supportive, faith-based environment Get details and apply today at martindaleplace.com/careers/