September 18th, 2022 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us at 10 am Sunday morning via live-stream or in-person, or at any time throughout the week. Pastor Erick will present a message entitled “Reconciliation Repeat” looking at the book of Colossians chapter 1 verses 15-23.
We are called to marvel at how amazing Jesus is. He is involved from start to finish, from creation to new creation, and all with the express purpose of restoring and renewing relationships.
CARING ENCOUNTERS Fall Small Groups begin soon…TAKE THE SMALL GROUP SURVEY AT:
https://www.suveymonkey.com/r/CQQFRPH
PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR YOUTH AND LEADERS CAMPING THIS WEEKEND!!
CHRISTMAS DRAMA: ACTORS NEEDED: We will be presenting another intergenerational Christmas Drama on Sunday, Dec. 4. It's called "Born for you and Me." I've got some actors from last year signed up already, but I need some more. Teens, older kids, and/or young adults especially welcome! Rehearsals will usually be after worship on Sunday mornings, with flexibility for each scene's actors' availability. Talk to Ruth Ann soon to take part in the joy and fun of a dramatic presentation of the Christmas story.
DINNER AT THE SCHURINGA'S: We would like to begin a monthly casual dinner at our house, over the next season, to help build community, and for you (and us) to meet others from Mountainview. We can host 8 people at a time, on these three Wednesdays: October 5, November 2, and November 30.
You may sign up your own household only (not your friends, and not your small group) and we will figure out numbers for each evening. Come one come all, if you are single, family, young or not, the Schuringa's would welcome you at their table!
Email ruthanns@mountainviewcrc.org to grab a spot, and indicate if you need one of the dates specifically; otherwise we will organize it as per numbers. We will continue again in the new year, mid-January. Thanks, Ruth Ann & Pastor Erick
Mark your calendar! Coffee Break will be starting again on September 27th, 2022.
We meet weekly on Tuesday mornings. Coffee @ 9:30; Praise & Worship @ 9:45 am
Child care for infants to 4 years is lovingly provided.
See study topics and register online https://www.mountainviewcrc.org/coffee-break
or contact Sue with any questions: suekikkert@hotmail.com
Evening Coffee Break takes place at 7:15 pm on Wednesdays in the Fireside room.
We start September 14th and we’ll be studing the gospel of Mark. All are welcome.
Contact Alice with questions: jeraligerritsen@aol.com
We would love to have you join us!
Divorce Care (Divorce Recovery Support Group) is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk ide you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Divorce Care has been helping people heal from the pain of divorce for 25 years through their video-based series. Mountainview began a new group on September 13th. IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN! Tuesday evenings for 13 weeks from 7-8:30 pm at Mountainview. Cost is $15 for supplies. (Please don’t let that be a barrier to joining). Questions? https://www.mountainviewcrc.org/divorcecare
MISSION CIRCLE HAS BEGUN and welcomes new members! We meet from 9:30 – 11:30am in the Choir Room. We’ve been busy this summer knitting, crocheting and sewing for local and world wide needs. Join us for a time of fellowship, coffee/tea and goodies as we work together. Preschoolers are welcome. For more information, please call Janny Beck (905-719-5612) or Betsy Witteveen (905-945-8092).
The Mountainview Knitwits have begun a new season of knitting and other handiwork every other Wednesday including Sept. 21st at Hinke Draaistra’s at 7 pm. If you have an interest in knitting or crocheting, consider joining this fun interest group! New members are always welcome. Contact Pauline Smit at 289-455-8877 for further information.
JOYFUL GIVING
This Sunday’s Collection is for our Budget and for: Resonate Global Mission
UPCOMING OFFERING: September 25th A.M. – Congregational Ministries – Abuse Awareness Sunday: As a denomination, we are committed to meeting the needs of people doing local ministry; listening better and hearing more from our churches; and following the leading of God in the work we do together. The congregational services ministries seek to partner with your church and help you partner with your community and other churches as you respond to God's call to go out and love. Each of our ministries addresses an important part of the ministry areas the CRC has identified as our collective calling: Faith Formation, Gospel Proclamation and Worship, Mercy and Justice, and Servant Leadership
Mission Emphasis Week - Thank you for your gift to support God’s mission through Resonate! Resonate Global Mission is committed to walking alongside you and your church as you follow God on mission in your own community and discover God at work around the globe. Find out how your support makes a difference, or look for opportunities to get involved, at https://www.resonateglobalmission.org/
The CRC Office of Race Relations is dedicated to bringing more diversity into the future leadership of the denomination through the All Nations Heritage scholarship fund. Applicants are students of various ethnic minorities and members of CRCNA congregations who plan to, or who are currently pursuing their educational goals at higher learning institutions affiliated with the CRCNA. Your donations will grow this fund and help this endeavor. And thanks to a substantial donation from an anonymous donor this year, any gift to Race Relations will be matched dollar-for-dollar (up to $50,000!) and applied to the ANH scholarship fund.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES…
September 2022 Safe Church Webinar: Step 4 - Practice Being Restorative - Join us live on September 21, 2022, at 12 pm (EDT) for our 4th webinar in our Safe Church Basics Series: Practice Being Restorative. In restorative congregations, all in the church interact with empathy and respect, listening with one another as they go forward as the body of Christ even amidst conflict. To register for this event: https://bit.ly/SCwebinarSeptember22
Indwell invites everyone to a weekend of celebration in honour of 108 new affordable homes at The Oaks, formerly Royal Oak Dairy, at 247 East Ave N in Hamilton. We’ll begin on Friday, Sept. 23, at 3:30 pm with grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremonies, followed by drumming hosted by our partner, Sacajawea Non-Profit Housing. From 5:00 – 7:00 join in for a BBQ and tours along with live music by Cannery Row. Then on Saturday, Sept. 24, doors open at 7 pm for a 7:30 concert by Canadian singer-songwriter iskwē. All events are free and, except for the tours, will be outdoors. Go to indwell.ca/events for more info.
Youth Justice Project – NewGround - “God creates each of us by Christ Jesus to join Him in the work He does, the good work He has gotten ready for us to do - work we had better be doing” (Eph. 2:7-10, MSG). For the past 30 years, the NewGround program of Diaconal Ministries Canada (formerly called Operation Manna) has helped over 100 churches in Canada love their community! We now have grants and support for teens and youth groups through our Youth Justice Project! They can receive up to $6000 for a project in their local community that addresses an injustice. Our aim is to empower the next generation of justice-seekers! Learn more about this program on our website: NewGround or email Karla, our NewGround Coordinator, at kwinham@crcna.org
Glocal Mission Podcast - How do we join God's mission locally and globally? That's what Resonate leaders Rich Braaksma and Nalini Suganandam aim to discover in this podcast, interviewing regional leaders and people doing awesome things (church planters, campus ministers, lay leaders, etc.) in a variety of contexts! Just five episodes in, this podcast in its infancy is already uncovering oodles of insight and inspiration. Plug in your earbuds and join us as we meet ministry leaders from around North America living out the gospel in their own contexts. Check it out at https://anchor.fm/glocalmission
Christian Sexuality Series: Parents, Grandparents, Uncles, Aunts & Friends; Smithville CRC will be starting a Sunday evening series, entitled: “Christian Sexuality”. This 12-part series will begin September 18th, at 7:30pm and continuing the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month. Our children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, live in a very secular culture where they are bombarded with messages. So, what can we do about it? How can we walk alongside this generation and help them navigate through these times? This series explores a range of topics and will equip you to know how to speak the truth with grace to help the next generation make wise choices. This series also exposes cultural lies, shows a biblical view human sexuality, and guides on how to stand strong against this culture that says anything goes. Please join us.
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!
Coming up on Saturday, November 5th at 6:00 pm is our first-ever Table Fundraiser Dinner. We would love to have you, our friends, family and partners, join us for an evening of fun, food, prizes and stories. The dinner will be hosted by The Table at the beautiful Club Capri, in downtown Thorold. On the menu for the evening is salad, pasta, roasted chicken, dessert, coffee and drinks.
We hope that you and your family/friends can join us -- feel free to come as a group! Tickets are FREE, and it's easy to register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/414862323377
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 spending this evening with you to share dinner and some exciting stories happening at The Table.
September 28th at 12pm, Youth Unlimited YFC Niagara Golf Tournament. Join us for our 8th annual golf tournament at Royal Niagara Golf Club, registration includes green fees, boxed lunch, Prime Rib dinner and more! To register as an individual or business sponsor visit: https://yfcniagara.com/donation/8th-annual-golf-tournament/
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
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LOCAL DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
At-home Faith Formation Tip - In the book Liturgy of the Ordinary (IVP 2016), Tish Warren writes, “We learn the craft of holiness day by day in the living of a particular life . . . we are part of God’s big vision and mission—the redemption of all things—through the earthy craft of living out our vocation, hour by hour, task by task. I want to do the big work of the kingdom, but I have to learn to live it out in the small tasks before me.” How might this insight change your perspective on the small tasks of your daily life? (Tip from Faith Formation; bit.ly/CRCFaithFormation)
Groundwork: Jesus Teaches about Money, Worry, and Judging People - Jesus continues to teach us what it means to live as his redeemed followers. Join Groundwork as we study Matthew 6:19-7:5 to learn what it means to have a kingdom perspective on our money and how this kingdom perspective influences how we think about our security and about other people. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
The Tongue is Like a Spark - Check out the kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net. When James says, “The tongue is like a spark,” he’s comparing our words to fire. Just like how a tiny spark can start a cozy campfire or a devastating forest fire, your words can help or hurt those around you. Listen now at kidscorner.net. Check out all the new content.
Tour the Biblical Lands of Israel - March 6 – March 17, 2023. Experience a refreshing renewal of your faith, and gain a deeper understanding of the Bible, as you tour the biblical lands with teaching host, Pastor Peter Tuininga, and Sindbad Tours of Israel. Need info? Go to toursofisrael.wordpress.com or call Peter Tuininga: 1 289 877 8433 or e-mail: peter.tuininga@gmail.com
Join us in September for Redeemer's 40th Anniversary Celebration! The weekend event will include a BBQ, concert, worship service and other festivities for the university's alumni and support community. We look forward to celebrating God’s faithfulness at Redeemer over the past 40 years and looking ahead to what’s next: redeemer.ca/40-years
In celebration of Redeemer’s 40th Anniversary, we’re excited to announce a concert featuring DOE and Paul Baloche! Reserve tickets and learn about the concert: redeemer.ca/40th-anniversary-concert
Calvin University Inauguration - Calvin University will inaugurate its 12th president on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2022. We invite you to join in person or watch online as we welcome Dr. Wiebe Boer and celebrate the legacy and future of Calvin. The ceremony will take place at 4:00pm Eastern in the Van Noord Arena (Calvin's campus, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA). Watch calvin.edu/go/inauguration for information and events leading up to the Inauguration.
Travel with Calvin University - Join Prof. Gerry Van Kooten for a "volcanoes in the sun" tour of Hawaii's Big Island and Kauai in February 2023. On this tour you'll hike in Volcanoes National Park, visit Waimea Canyon, tour a coffee production company, and stop at Pearl Harbor. See calvin.edu/go/travel for details.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Position opening: Donor Relations Manager - Join the team at ReFrame Ministries and support the work of sharing the gospel in ten languages around the world through media ministry! As donor relations manager, you'll build and strengthen relationships with new and current donors, create and implement a strategy to increase financial support and resources, represent the agency at events and gatherings, and encourage stewardly support from churches and individuals. This is a full-time position based in Burlington. To learn more and apply, go to https://crcna.pinpointhq.com/en/jobs/61307by September 16.
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 Lauren at hr@shalo mmanor.ca for more information.
Shalom Manor has have an urgent need for:
• PSWs, full-time, and part-time
• Part-time Dietary Aides, mix of days and evenings
• RPNs, full time night line, casual staff
• Life Enrichment Assistant, 12-8PM, Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun: Week 2 Wed, Thurs, Fri
• Infection Control Attendant (temporary), 10:30AM-6:30PM, Week 1: Tues, Wed, Fri, Week 2: Tues, Wed, Sat, Sun
• Receptionist, 8AM-4PM, 4 days per week
• Recreation staff, steady afternoons 4-8PM shift available, casual staff
Shalom Gardens has a need for:
• Housekeeper, 9-3PM, Tuesdays and Wednesdays – September start available
CRCNA is Hiring - A Chief Administrative Officer has the administrative authority and accountability to guide and oversee the leadership, strategy, and performance of the CRCNA administration, ministry agencies, and ministry partners. The CAO will oversee administrative and support services needed to advance the ministry plan in such areas as governance and compliance, joint ministry plans, finance and budgets, human resources, facilities, and transportation. Learn more at: https://www.crcna.org/chief-administrative-officer-search/overview
Position Opening: Director of Synodical Services - Do you have leadership experience, understanding of CRC church polity and Order, and a heart to serve the CRCNA? Consider applying as Director of Synodical Services. In this role, you'll serve, support, and equip the governance of the CRCNA, facilitating and administering all meetings and matters pertaining to Synod and the Council of Delegates. You will liase between the Office of General Secretary, and classes in Canada and the U.S.; strengthen the capacity of synodical and COD members; equip its leadership; and promote best governance practices and continuous improvement. Details? Go to crcna.org/get-involved/careers.
Careers at World Renew: World Renew has an exciting opportunities for you to join us in our work of Living Justice, Loving Mercy and Serving Christ. We have the following position openings. See our website for details: worldrenew.ca/careers. See our website for details: worldrenew.ca/careers.
Donor Relations and CORE Team Intern (Internship; Burlington)
Finance Manage (Burlington)
Information System Director (Can or US)
Senior Project Manager (Ottawa)
Director of Finance (Burlington)
Regional Director – West Africa (International)