October 15th, 2023 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am or anytime throughout the week. This Sunday Pastor Erick will present a message entitled “Hear from Heaven and Forgive”. He will be taking a look at the book of 2 Chronicles chapter 6 verses 12-42.
This long but powerful prayer captures the heart of what it means to pray: to be in an ongoing dynamic relationship with the king of the universe.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
JOYFUL GIVING
Sunday's offerings are for our Ministry Promise (a.k.a. Budget) AND for...
UPCOMING OFFERING: October 22nd A.M. – Benevolence: Your contribution to Mountainview’s Benevolent Fund provides assistance for those in need in our church family and in our local community. These include basic needs such as food, clothing, housing and schooling. A church and community of our size has many varied needs within it. Please continue to support our ministry of Benevolence.
Niagara International Students Ministry - Winter Clothing Drive: Fall and winter are on the way. Many International Students arrive in Canada without proper winter clothing. One of the ways NIS supports international students, at Brock and Niagara College, is by sharing used winter clothing. If you have winter clothes you no longer need, or no longer fit, you can clean your closet and bless a student with them. We need winter clothes for men, women and children. If you have questions please contact Hilda at: hildavk@gmail,com
Fill a vital role with World Renew DRS! - Want to escape to some warmer weather in the upcoming months? Fill a vital role with World Renew Disaster Response Services! Join an Unmet Needs Assessment in Fort Myers, Florida, from October 14 - 28, or volunteer on a reconstruction team in Boutte, Louisiana, from November 25 - December 16, and throughout the spring! Contact Diana at dmarquez@worldrenew.net to get started.
The time is now! We would love to have you join us at our Fall Benefit Banquet on October 27 at the Grand Olympia from 6-9 pm. Don’t delay – reserve your spot today. Our final cut-off date is October 12! Call us at 905.309.0944 to save your seat. We look forward to seeing you soon!
The Bridge Church in Niagara Falls is hosting a Gala Dinner with the theme of “Coming Home” this year instead of a BBQ! Fine Food, Live Entertainment and Live Auction. Hear about the Bridge mission in Niagara Falls and some of our hopes for the future. Reserve your tickets by October 20th , 2023 at thebridgegala.eventbrite.ca. Free will donations will be warmly received.
Postcards available at the Welcome Centre.
Where: Club Italia, 2525 Montrose Rd, Niagara Falls
Date: Friday, November 3, 2023
Food/Drink: 6:00 pm, Dinner at 6:30 pm; Gluten-free and Vegetarian Options Available
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Prayer regarding MAiD for Mental Illness - The EFC is inviting your church to join in a collective prayer on Sunday, Oct. 22 for a stop to euthanasia for mental illness. Without God’s intervention, MAiD for mental illness will become legal in Canada next spring. Will you mark October 22 in your calendar and join us? Visit TheEFC.ca/MAiDPrayer for resources for churches.
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! Sometimes we all need help.
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.
Fall Campus Visit Days - We are hosting Campus Visit Days this fall on October 18 and November 3. Students who attend the full visit day on November 3 will receive a free ticket to the Rend Collective concert that evening! REGISTER NOW
Wolters Centre Social Sciences Lecture - At 7pm on November 1, 2023, the Wolters Centre will be hosting Dr. Jordan Ballor, Director of the Centre for Religion, Culture, and Democracy, as he speaks on the topic of economics in the year's first instalment of the Wolters Centre Lecture Series. LEARN MORE
Future Student Open House - Come experience Redeemer on Saturday, November 18! This event gives prospective undergraduate students and their families an opportunity to explore campus, from academic buildings to dorms to studios and labs. There will also be the chance to connect with faculty and staff from various departments to ask specific questions about Redeemer. LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP
Work at Redeemer - Redeemer is hiring a Campus Services Coordinator, Admissions Counsellor, Learning Strategist, and Donor Relations Manager. Learn more about these positions and many others below. APPLY NOW
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.
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: God is in Charge, Now and Forever - God revealed truths about the End Times to Daniel through complex images and symbolism. Join our Groundwork conversation as we conclude our study of Daniel with the dreams and prayer we find in chapters 7-12 where we discover a reassuring message from God: God is in charge and only God’s kingdom will endure forever. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Revelation: A Comfort for Believers - Groundwork has a new Bible study ebook and podcast, called “Revelation: A Comfort for Believers.” It’s a six-episode series that answers some of our biggest questions about the book of Revelation. It's great for personal or group study. Get it when you subscribe to Groundwork at groundworkonline.com/revelation.
Kids Corner: God's Provision Gives Us Hope - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net/. God promises to give us better gifts (Matthew 7:9-11), and he promises to “take care of all [our] needs'' (Philippians 4:19). This week’s devotion is all about trusting God to provide, even when God’s gifts might not look the way we expect. (Just think how he saved us from our sins!). Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Bible story podcast “Wilderness Journey.”
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
Smithville Christian High School is seeking a principal beginning the 2024/2025 school year. Smithville Christian is an independent Christian school in the heart of Niagara Region. Offering excellent, Christ-centered education to students in Grades 9 to 12, our core purpose is to train students to live as responsible disciples of Jesus Christ. We accomplish this purpose by shaping our instruction and relationships around our core values: Belong, Believe, Succeed. For more information and to apply by November 1, 2023, please click here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I0b2TrVj4Geg8E82KBJPtX9Yz8_z2Y6w/preview or email pete.wierenga@smithvillechristian.ca.
EduDeo Ministries is hiring! If you have a heart for seeing local communities lead their own development; strong relationship-building skills across cultures; and strong administrative, communication, and planning skills, come join our team! The position is open to remote work across Canada and the posting closes October 31, 2023. Visit edudeo.com/careers for more info and to apply.
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. Become part of the team! Visit our website and send your resume or any questions to hr@shalommmanor.ca to see if a career with Shalom is a good fit for you!
We are currently hiring in the following departments:
MANOR NURSING: PSW (full-time, part-time and casual); RPN (part-time and casual); RN (casual)
GARDENS NURSING: PSW/HCA (casual); RPN (casual)
ADMINISTRATION: Scheduling Coordinator/Receptionist (part-time)