July 30th, 2023 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am or any time throughout the week. Our Director of Children’s Ministries, Pastor Kristy MacDougall, will present a message entitled “A Breath of Fresh Air in Prayer”. She wll be taking a look at the book of Mark, Chapter 1 verses 29-38.
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.
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JOYFUL GIVING
Sunday's offerings are for our Ministry Promise (a.k.a. Budget) AND for...
UPCOMING OFFERING: August 6th A.M. – Classical Ministry Shares: Since 1862, as the CRC has found new opportunities to advance God’s kingdom and resource congregations in new ways, we have chosen to respond together as a denomination. Ministry shares allow us to combine our funds to do more than a single individual or congregation could do on its own. They provide a stewardly and cost-effective way of supporting every church and allowing us all to live out our God-given callings. Through ministry shares, offerings and other gifts, you help train pastors, plant churches, share the gospel, support chaplains, develop curriculum, and equip congregations with resources for worship, abuse prevention, disability concerns, elder and deacon training, racial reconciliation, and much more.
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.
SOCO Beach Project Update: See the photo montage of all this past weekend's festivities: camping, Sunday service, photo scavenger hunt. 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 https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-july-27-6049521
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
ICS Fall Courses - Check out the new courses offered at the Institute for Christian Studies this fall. Explore Jim Olthius’ 'theopoetic philosophy' in "A Cosmic Theopoetics of/for Love", "Biblical Foundations: Narrative, Wisdom, and the Art of Interpretation" with Nik Ansell, or "Critical Theory and Religion: The Frankfurt School and Beyond" with Ron Kuipers. All of ICS' fall courses are offered online, so you can take them no matter where you are. Tuition is $1,500 to take a course for credit, $600 to audit, or $400 for first-time auditors and alumni. To learn more or register, email academic-registrar@icscanada.edu or visit icscanada.edu/fall-courses to see more offerings.
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: Only Glorify Jesus - The Apostle Paul offers a valuable perspective on power, authority, and leadership in the church, and a vital reminder that Christ is the foundation upon which we should build all things. Join Groundwork as we study 1 Corinthians 3 to gain a better understanding of what it means to dwell in Christ and live and work as believers today. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner: Don't Be Afraid - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net. We all feel afraid at times. Maybe like the disciples in Matthew 8, you have been scared during a storm. Just like Jesus was with his disciples during the storm, it’s important for us to remember that God promises to never leave us in our times of need. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Bible story podcast “Jesus Calms the Storm.”
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/
Writers/News Correspondents Needed - Diaconal Ministries Canada is looking to expand its network of story writers and news correspondents in Canada! We need freelance writers and news correspondents (paid per story) to share what deacons and churches are doing across Canada to show and share the love of Christ in their communities. We are specifically looking for writers from Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, and the Maritimes. Experience is preferred but not necessarily crucial. If you love stories, are curious to ask church leaders about how and why they do things, and are willing to learn, our communications coordinator would love to hear from you: Erin Knight - eknight@crcna.org. (And if you are an experienced writer, all the better! Just mention that in your email.)
Board Member Needed for Classis Niagara - Do you love God's church? Are you passionate about helping ministry thrive so that all of God's creation can flourish? Then you just might be the right person for our Board! Diaconal Ministries Canada equips and supports deacons in the CRC in Canada as they animate their congregations to transform communities with Christ's love. Our Board includes one (1) representative from each classis of the 12 Canadian classes in the Christian Reformed Church. Their main goal is to oversee the work of Diaconal Ministries and ensure it is accomplishing its intended outcomes through its programs and resources. A typical Board term is 3 years, which is renewable. Our Board meets approx. 2 times per year (February & October) with 1-2 special meetings, as needed. If you would like to receive more information on this role or if you would like to submit your interest, please contact Ron Vanden Brink, National Director, at rvandenbrink@crcna.org. He'd love to connect with you!
Serve in the Middle East - Five times a day people are called to prayer in the Middle East. Do you feel the call to live and serve where the majority population is strongly influenced by the Islamic religion and culture? Resonate is recruiting young adults to serve with Cohort Middle East. Live in community, serve in a grassroots ministry, and grow in your faith. Learn more at www.resonateglobalmission.org/cohort
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Smithville CRC is looking for guest accompanists… individuals with musical gifts to lead services on piano or guitar, on an as-needed basis. Please contact office@smithvillecrc.ca for more information!
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!
Resonate Global Mission has positions openings: Communications Specialist (Hybrid in Grand Rapids, MI) and Operations Manager, Church Planting (Remote/Hybrid in US or Canada). Please visit www.crcna.org/jobs for details or to apply.
Global Coffee Break (through Resonate) is hiring someone to promote and support the regional Program and Resonate Core Initiatives in churches and organizations by connecting leaders to a leadership learning community, training, leader care, and coaching. 10 hours per week. Can be worked remotely anywhere in Eastern Canada. Learn more at crcna.org/get-involved/careers
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.