July 23rd, 2023 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
The UPSIDE DOWN MIRROR Series
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am or any time throughout the week. Pastoral Intern Brady DeBoer presents the final message in a series on the book of Jonah, entitled “Misunderstood Mercy”. He’ll be taking a look at Jonah Chapter 4. Theme “Jonah is angry.”
The unknown ending to the story of Jonah. Our “hero” is disappointed by the outcome of his sermon in Nineveh. Will Jonah ever understand what God is doing
Please note: Bibles and pens will not be in pews over the summer due to grads and camp. A cart with bibles will be by the entrance if you would like to grab one. Pens are available on the offering vase table in the lobby or at the Welcome Centre.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
JOYFUL GIVING
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UPCOMING OFFERING: July 30th A.M. – World Renew envisions a world where people experience and extend Christ's compassion and live together in hope as God's community. Compelled by God’s deep passion for justice & mercy, we join communities around the world to renew hope, reconcile lives, and restore creation. World Renew's worldwide ministry is three-fold: Community Development, Disaster Response & Rehabilitation, and Peace & Justice.
Sovann Neth is the World Renew Country Consultant in Cambodia! He is one of Mountainview’s Missionaries. Sovann has been faithfully serving with World Renew (CRWRC) in Cambodia since 2008. Sovann has held the positions of Program Coordinator, Program Manager, Operations and Program Manager and Deputy Country Director during his time with World Renew. Sovann has a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Asia Euro University in Cambodia, a Master’s degree in Economics from Rostov State University of Economics in Russia, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration and Management from Royal University of Law and Economics in Cambodia. sneth@worldrenew.net.
Volunteer with World Renew Disaster Response Services - Are you looking for volunteer opportunities to help others and serve God? Make a life changing difference with World Renew Disaster Response Services this fall in Boutte, Louisiana; Whatcom County, Washington; or Sarasota, Florida! For dates and more information, go to worldrenew.net/volunteer. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Mountainview, We received your offering. Thank you! It helps as we develop new programs, write new Curriculum, create resources, provide training opportunities for women and expand around the world. We depend on offerings and gifts to meet a large portion of our financial needs. We are a small staff, eager to use our resources wisely to help mentor the next generation and show girls what it looks like to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8)! Cindy Bultema, ED
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Save the Date – Promise & Hope – Friday Oct. 27 at the Grand Olympia in Stoney Creek. Doors open 6pm; Dinner 6:30pm. Come and Learn about the heart of Grimsby Life Centre Ministries. Promise & Hope is this years theme for the Fall Banquet and Silent Auction. Because of the wonderful support of our community, this ministry centre is able to bless individuals and families with free counseling. Dinner cost is Free Will Offering. Reservations Required. Sometimes we all need help.
Have you ever known you needed help but had a hard time actually asking for it? At Grimsby Life Centre we work to remove any boundaries that stop people from accessing the help they need. We provide free and confidential counseling services that anyone can access, just call us at 905.309.0944. We are here for you!
Have you heard of a Stephen Minister? Based on Galatians 6:2, Stephen ministers are specially equipped to bear one another’s burdens. What does this look like? Weekly or bi-weekly get togethers, in the form of walks or over coffee at a local coffee shop, Stephen Ministers walk alongside you as you go through life’s difficulties. If you are widowed, lonely, struggling with a health diagnosis or you just need someone to talk to, please reach out to the Grimsby Life Centre at 905.309.0944, we have a Stephen Minister on staff ready to connect with you.
The latest edition of Smithville Christian High School’s Echoes magazine celebrates new growth and the goodness of God. Look inside to see photos from our spring drama production, Grandparents and Friends Day, the Grade 10 Ottawa trip, and Country and Western Day. Plus there’s some good advice on the Jesus way of friendship. https://simplebooklet.com/smithvillechristianechoesjune2023
Find out what happened this week and try out the great granola recipe. Mark your calendars for the SOCO Sup Fundraising Dinner - August 12 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 for a delicious Port Dover fish 'n chips dinner. Hear about SOCO from participants, and learn about "Conflict: React or Respond" from Pastor Willemina and Chaplain Kelly. For more information, check out the newsletter or email: info@southcoastbeachproject.org. Newsletter link:https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-july-20-6048861
FAMILY OUTREACH ONTARIO was there for this family and addict. This was his response after accepting he had an issue with alcohol: “I thought I could fix the problem on my own and nobody would know about it. What a mistake that has been. It almost ripped our whole family apart. Thank you so much for your love and care.” Call 905-933-3994, e-mail us at info@familyoutreachontario.com, or visit our web site www.familyoutreachontario.com.
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
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...
Groundwork: Holy People, God's Wisdom, And The Power Of The Cross - The Corinthian church was full of imperfect believers sorting out the impact of their faith on how they lived in the world. Join our Groundwork conversation as we examine 1 Corinthians 1-2 and hear Paul’s reminder to return back to the basics and the heart of the gospel message. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner: Trusting God - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net. In Genesis 22:1-13, God tested Abraham’s trust in a major way. As Abraham followed God’s command, he might have wondered what God was doing, but because Abraham knew who God was and how much God loved him and his family, he trusted God’s plan. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Bible story podcast “God’s Promise to Abraham.”
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.
Youth Justice Project - Make a difference in your community! The Youth Justice Project is a video contest funded by NewGround (a program of Diaconal Ministries Canada). Teens from CRC’s across Canada are invited to identify an injustice in their community and share ways they hope to address it, along with the deacons of their church. Approved applicants will receive up to $6,000 as well as coaching and support from NewGround staff. Get your youth group together this summer and start planning! Find out more here: diaconalministries.com/newground/new-ground-youth-justice-project/
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Kids Corner: God Is With You - Check out the new kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net/. David wrote Psalm 139 to remind himself of the truth that God is always near. We can rest in the knowledge that God knit each of us together in our mother's womb (Psalm 139:13-14). He has been with us from the beginning and will never leave us. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Kids in Action video “Wherever You Go.”
Gift Entry (Burlington, ON) - The person who fills this full-time role will provide general finance and office administrative services including customer service, donation processing, accounts receivable, and order processing. Does that sound like your skillset? This position offers a flexible work schedule, attractive benefits package, including Group RRSP and three weeks vacation. Look for the position at https://www.crcna.org/get-involved/careersand apply today!
Work at Redeemer - Redeemer is hiring! Learn more about positions at redeemer.ca/work-at-redeemer
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.