March 19, 2023 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
There is great and painful irony in the arguments around communion in the history of the church. We are meant to be one body participating in the one body of Christ. 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 calls us to spiritual unity, a equally shared belonging, and a recognized interdependence.
Join us at 10 am Sunday morning via live-stream or in-person, or at any time throughout the week. This week Pastor Erick continues our Lent series with a message entitled "One Body". He will be focusing on book of 1 Corinthians chapter 12 verses 12-27.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
God’s Big Easter Story - Please join us Sunday April 2nd from 2-4 pm on ... A HOLY WEEK JOURNEY FOR FAMILIES. This interactive experience provides children with a simple, meaningful way to grow in faith as together you remember the events leading up to Jesus’ death and celebrate Jesus’ resurrection. Adults are also welcome!
Sign-up begins March 24th (Registration link will be active on our Events Page then). We estimate this activity/journey will take 45 minutes - 1 hour to travel through 8 stations. 40 ppl are being booked for each half hour (3 half hour time slots available). Groups of up to 12 people will attend stations at one time. We hope that the schedule and number of people will allow groups to flow smoothly with the station activities so that waiting is minimized. HOWEVER, please do expect some waiting to be part of this experience. We are learning as we go this year and we thank you for your patience.
“Do you have a child that is struggling with anxiety? Are you looking for a way to help them? Grimsby Life Centre Ministries is offering a one-night seminar entitled “Parenting Your Anxious Child”. Our counselors will present insights about anxiety in children and give parents useful tools to help support their family's well-being. This event is being offered at Mountainview CRC (290 Main St E, Grimsby) on Wednesday, April 5th from 7:00-8:30pm for free. The seminar is open to the community, all are welcome!”
Inspirational Women’s Conference: Completely and Forever – In Christ We Belong (Romans 12:5) A day of worship and inspiration. Come and join us on Saturday April 29th 9-3:30. New location! Compass Point Bible Church, 1500 Kerns Rd., Burlington. Register online at www.inspirationalwomen.ca. You belong!
JOYFUL GIVING
This Sunday’s Collection is for our Budget and for:
UPCOMING OFFERING: March 26th A.M. – Redeemer University is a Christian undergraduate university offering programs leading to Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees. From its Hamilton, Ontario campus, Redeemer has prepared graduating classes — the next generation of Christian leaders — for more than 30 years. Redeemer students are being shaped by the Reformed Christian commitment to see faith woven through all aspects of learning and life. Across the world, from the classroom to the convocation stage to careers and churches, our faculty, students and alumni are making an impact.
Share Christ’s Hope with Syria/Türkiye Earthquake Survivors - On Monday, February 6, two major earthquakes rocked Syria and Türkiye killing at least 11,000 people and leaving thousands more injured. And as rescue workers search for survivors in the rubble of collapsed buildings, the death toll is expected to rise. In hard-hit northern Syria, a region heavily populated by refugee families who had already been struggling with food insecurity, an ongoing cholera outbreak, and the challenges of winter weather, there is an urgent need for humanitarian aid. Through World Renew, you can help provide emergency food and essentials and share Christ’s hope with the most vulnerable people impacted by this disaster. Please give generously worldrenew.ca/syria-earthquake or call 888-975-3769.
Dear Friends at Mountainview CRC,
Indwell is celebrating a milestone: 1,000 Indwell homes! Each of these homes is so much more than a roof over a person’s head. It is their home – the place where they can feel safe, a place from which they can begin or continue a journey of health, wellness and belonging. Through your gift, you are part of welcoming people into their new homes.
Key to tenants’ success are the daily health, social and daily living supports that Indwell provides. This increases the likelihood that Indwell tenants will maintain a stable home and move toward greater independence. You are a part of providing these supports through your donations to Indwell.
At the same time, we lament how many people are still desperate for an affordable supportive home. Indwell is responding, guided by a strategic plan with ambitious growth targets – in the number of new homes, in the care we provide for tenants, in how we support our staff, and in pushing for changes to systems that pass over too many people who are living in poverty. You are part of enabling this growth.
Thank you for being a part of our tenants’ community of care & support and your congregation's gift of $97.00.
Heartfelt thanks, Sonja and the Indwell team
Other…COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
SENIORS (ie. anyone 55+): Join us at Jubilee Fellowship CRC on Friday, March 24 at 10 a.m. for a discussion with Dr Syd Hielema on "Following Jesus in the Third Third of Life", its faith implications and intergenerational opportunities. Dr. Hielema has done much work with CRC Faith Formation Ministries and this topic, and we look forward to dialoguing together. Your Classis Niagara’s Leadership Development Team endorses this unique opportunity for seniors from our church communities to socialize and learn together. Please contact Karen Gerritsma (905-935-6875) or Dora Strooboscher (905-646-9569) if you have any questions.
CALLING ALL CLASSIS NIAGARA YOUNG ADULTS - A young adult worship service for 18–30-year-olds is being held at Brock University's Faith and Life Center on April 1st at 7pm. Come check out Brock Campus Ministry, the space, and enjoy snacks with some games to follow. If you are or even consider yourself to be a young adult and have gifts in music, worship, hospitality, or just want to be involved please contact Elly at elizabeth.schreuders@outlook.com.
The Center Art Gallery at Calvin University presents The Architecture of Prayer, a survey of church architecture exploring a selection of the most thoughtful liturgical projects of the 21st century. On display until April 7th, the exhibition showcases drawings and travel photography of historic church buildings in dialogue with new projects built after 1999—contributed by 40+ internationally-recognized practices and local firms. To explore the exhibition virtually, visit: https://bit.ly/arch_pray.
Awake to Praise Choir: The Awake to Praise Choir will be performing their Easter/Spring concerts on Friday, March 31, at 7:30 pm and Saturday, April 1st, at 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Ticket info. is on the website at www.awaketopraisechoir.com. Admission for ages 5+ - $12 a ticket to cover expenses. There will be a free-will offering for Word and Deed. All proceeds from the collection will be donated.
The Hosanna & Mattaniah Choirs Concert is back!! Tickets are now available for the annual combined concert which will once again be held at FirstOntario Concert Hall, Hamilton on Saturday, April 8 at 7:30pm. The choirs will be accompanied by Ryan Vandenberg (Organ), Andre Knevel (Organ), and Naomi Van Manen (Piano), Jacob Kramer (Baritone soloist from the Netherlands) and the 13 piece Scott Harrison Brass/Percussion Ensemble. Tickets are $20 & $30. Contact: Wendy at 905-628-1211 or at hdenhollander@yahoo.com or at www.hosanna-choir.org
Partner Clinics this spring! Virtual Clinic on April 5th with supporters across Canada. 8:30pm. https://lit.ly/3lrHYDg
Niagara Christian Gleaners will be hosting fundraising dinners on Friday, April 14 & Saturday, April 15 at the West Niagara Agricultural Centre. Dinner is at 6pm with guest speakers, Dr. Echo & Harry Vanderwal, from the Luke Commission. Seating is limited. Please reserve your seat or table of 8 by emailing ncgdinners@gmail.com.
Silent Auction Items: We’d love to have an exciting array of these. If you have an item or service to offer, even a duplicate for each evening, please consider donating it/them NCG. Thanks for considering. For any questions or arrangements please contact ncgdinners@gmail.com OR 905-359-5028.
Libertas Male Choir in Spring Concert - Join director Martin Mans, pianist Joyce Postmus, and organist André Knevel and the Libertas Male Choir on April 14, 2023, at Drayton Reformed Church, Drayton, ON at 7.30 PM or April 15, 2023, at Covenant Canadian Reformed Church, Grassie, ON at 7.30 PM. Order tickets at www.libertasvoices.com.
Sing with Martin Mans and the Libertas Male Choir in 2023! - New for this year, join for the full year or, on a series only basis. Contact us at office@libertasvoices.com or call 905-745-5609. Full rehearsal concert schedule: libertasvoices.com
Bridge Bowling for Breakfast - A Bowling Fundraising Fun Event
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023; 2:30 pm Registration; 3:00 pm Bowl**Bowlers must be on time
Where: Cataract Bowl, 7906 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls
What’s included: 1 ½ hrs of bowling time (2 games per team), shoes, food and drinks.
Each Team must raise a minimum of $500 (4-6 people per team). Grand Prizes for 2 teams that raise the most funds! 6 Helicopter Tour Certificates; Fall French River Cottage stay 3 nights for 2people.
Benefiting: The Free Breakfast Program at Third Space Café for the Homeless
Register or sponsor a team: https://www.thebridgenf.ca/bowling-for-breakfasts-2023/.
SOCO Beach Project Update: Join the fun in showering the SOCO home with household items. Check out the registry. Give a gift. For any gift over $25 - your name is put in the SOCO Get-Away Giveaway: an overnight at the SOCO Home for 5 - 8 people with two meals included. Draw: Monday May 1. Go to www.myregistry.com & look up: SOCO housewarming. Some space is still available for this upcoming summer's project! For more information or questions: info@southcoastbeachproject.org
Get ready for an incredible weekend full of learning, discussion, and connecting. AOYC 2023 - May 27&28, Waterloo Ontario We're excited to announce that Slate Worship, a team of devoted hearts leading worship at Slate Church in Waterloo, will be joining us as our worship team this year! The AOYC has been so blessed to connect with Slate Church in the past and we're really grateful that they've said yes to leading us. At the end of March, the registration price for the weekend increases, so sign up soon! Exciting announcement coming in the coming days about our MainStage speaker...stay tuned!.
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS: Shalom Manor and Gardens is currently looking for volunteers to assist in a variety of ways, such as helping at Meal Times, helping in the recreation department, and visiting and forming connections with residents one on one. If you are looking to spend your time in a meaningful way and make a difference in the lives of others, then this opportunity is for you. If you are interested in joining our Shalom family as a volunteer, please email Kristen at volunteercoord@shalommanor.ca or call at 905-945-9631 extension 1115.
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!
Redeemer Campus Visits - Schedule a personalized tour of campus and a one-on-one meeting with an admissions counsellor to have all of your questions about Redeemer answered. Individual visits are offered regularly throughout the week for those interested in Redeemer's undergraduate programs. Book yours here: redeemer.ca/visit
Redeemer is hiring! Learn about available positions at redeemer.ca/work-at-redeemer
New Video Study - Trees. Solar panels. Activism. These are some of the ways churches and people of faith are fighting environmental injustice. Learn more through the new OSJ storytelling series This is Hunting Park, available now, along with a free small group study guide. Visit www.crcna.org/hunting-park to explore the series.
Summer Service Trips with World Renew DRS - Looking for ways to serve with your congregation or youth group this summer? Join World Renew DRS to repair homes after natural disasters all across the US and Canada! We have sites available in Washington, Kentucky, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina, and more! Contact Chris, our Groups Program Manager, at cgibson@worldrenew.net if interested or with questions.
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
Links are available on our website under
“Community Connections” - “Partnerships”
Paper copies can be requested from the church office.
LOCAL DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
Groundwork: Encouragement as We Wait for Christ's Return - Waiting for Christ’s second coming can feel discouraging as we continue to witness the pain and brokenness of this world. Join Groundwork as we study John’s vision of a restored heaven in Revelation 22 and discuss the hope and encouragement it provides so that we might persevere and remain faithful in doing the work to which God has called us while we wait. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner: God Is Our Home Free Zone - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at kidscorner.net. When life gets overwhelming, scary and feels out of control, you need to find safe spaces like that “Home Free'' zone. God is the safest place we can seek when life gets hard. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Bible Story Coloring Packet 6: The Miracle of Easter.
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.
On March 24th-25th in Burlington, Ontario, Congregational Ministries will offer a two-day training in Restorative Practice for Faith Communities. Participants will learn how to design and facilitate proactive listening circles for a variety of topics and occasions. Learn how to incorporate restorative practices to enrich interpersonal relationships, teams, groups and congregational life. For info or to register visit https://bit.ly/RPontariotraining.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The Bible League Canada currently has four position openings: Graphic Designer, Digital Marketing Coordinator, Website Coordinator, and Marketing Project Coordinator. We partner with Christian ministry organizations to reach people in over 50 countries worldwide primarily through: Children’s Ministry, Starting New Churches, Adult Bible-Based Literacy, and work within the Persecuted Church. We equip local champions to bring God’s Word to people living in spiritual and physical poverty. Please visit bibleleague.ca for detailed job descriptions, more info. about our organization, or to apply.
Indwell is currently recruiting for two exciting positions as we build our Hamilton team. These positions are: FT Construction Manager and FT Registered Practical Nurse. Please go to our website for more details and to apply: www.indwell.ca/careers/. Please check often for other job postings. We would also like to thank you for your ongoing prayers for those who are awaiting this supportive housing.
Redeemer is hiring! Learn about available positions at redeemer.ca/work-at-redeemer
Position Opening: Director of Advancement (Canada) - Join the CRCNA staff team to provide leadership in strategic planning for the ministry share program, church and donor engagement, grants and planned giving, and other means of supporting the work of the CRCNA. This full-time position can be worked from the Burlington, Ont., office or as a hybrid role remotely in Canada. For details and to apply, go to https://crcna.pinpointhq.com/en/jobs/81800
Diaconal Ministries Canada is currently searching for a Part-time Office Assistant (20 hrs/wk). These are hybrid positions, with proximity to the CRCNA Burlington office required. For a full job description, including compensation, visit our website: diaconalministries.com/our-team/careers-opportunities/. Start date is immediate.
Cairn Christian School is looking for a Bus Driver. Join our team of amazing drivers! Single route, private school, small company. Driver rates recently increased. Routes are available in Grimsby/Stoney Creek, Fenwick and Vineland (all terminating in Smithville). Please contact Kevin for more info or to apply. - khuinink@cairnchristianschool.ca or 519-546-9159
We Are hiring at Shalom! Working at Shalom is a great opportunity to share your gifts and talents in a wonderful workplace and to become involved in the community! We take pride in offering the best possible care and making Shalom home for our residents. How can you become part of this excellent team? Visit our website. Contact us at hr@shalommanor.ca for more information.
Shalom Manor Long Term Care Home is hiring! We are looking for people to join our team in the following roles:
PSWs: Part-time lines available, also hiring nursing students for summer PSW vacation coverage!
RPNs: casual staff
Dietary Aides: Casual staff, available for day shift (6:30AM-2:30PM, weekdays and weekends), evening shifts 4-8PM
Life Enrichment Assistant: temporary sick leave, 12-8PM, Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun and Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri
Recreation staff: casual staff, weekend shifts 8-4PM Sat, 8-1PM Sun
Shalom Gardens Retirement and Assisted Living is hiring for:
RPN, permanent part time, 3-11PM, Week 1 Sat, Sun, Week 2 Fri, Week 3 Mon, Sat, Sun, Week 4 Thurs (4 week rotation)
Housekeeping, permanent part time, 9AM-3PM, Tuesdays and Wednesdays