November 6th, 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 the next ‘mini series’ within the series “Caring Encounters” with a message entitled “Hospitality Jesus Style” looking at John 4 verses 1-26, and 39-42.
For the next three Sundays we will look at what Jesus style hospitality looks like. We start in John 4 where Jesus both asks for and offers water. There is much to wonder about in this strange exchange.
Please join us for the annual Cadet Boerenkool met Worst and Chili fundraising dinner. Come out on Saturday, November 5 between 5 - 6:30 pm to get a delicious meal. Free will donation with all money going to the help the boys be able to go to the 2023 International Camporee. TAKE OUT IS POSSIBLE AND DONATIONS ARE WELCOME.
Hello Friends, I now have moved on to full-time fundraising for my new position with Global Aid Network, and am living in Owen Sound with my parents. I will be visiting Grimsby from Nov. 7-11 as well as Nov 21-25 in order to continue my ministry meetings. I'd love to meet with you and tell you about the exciting work that GAiN is doing in Ukraine. You can email me at Tyler.couperus@globalaid.net and also read my newsletter at TylerCouperus.com. I hope to hear from you soon, Tyler C.
SAVE THE DATE: A Christmas Luncheon for Seniors (70+) will once again be hosted by the Deacons on December 4th! Lunch will be served after the morning worship service. If you are in this age group and a member, you will be receiving an invitation soon. We look forward to spending a great time of fellowship together!
JOYFUL GIVING
This Sunday’s Collection is for our Budget and for: World Renew World Hunger Sunday
UPCOMING OFFERING: November 13th A.M. – Our Cairn Christian School sites in Smithville and Stoney Creek work to inspire students to love, learn, and lead together in God's world. This offering provides vital support in achieving this mission, enabling students and families the opportunity to access an amazing Christian Education, and communicates our love for their students.
We collected almost 24, 000 lbs of food!! Stacey Elia let us know that about 2,000lbs are being used per day at this point. So this will serve our community for a few weeks. It also gives people more options to choose from. THANK YOU to everyone who stepped in throughout the past month to make this happen. Thank you to GBF for their fantastic efforts to provide dignity, security and care.
Seafarer Parcels: Mission Circle has six boxes packed with 151 scarves and 192 toques which are on the way to Montreal to make parcels for the seafarers coming ashore this Christmas season. We are grateful to all who help make this possible, including financial support, and pray that the sailors may be blessed by the gifts they receive and the message of salvation they hear.
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We at the Grimsby Life Centre would like to extend our thanks for your faithful support for our work, both through your prayers and your financial contributions. we are blessed and encouraged by your continued partnership. May God bless you. Sincerely,
The Team at Grimsby Life Centre.
World Hunger Sunday makes an impact! - Every year, congregations across North America support World Renew's efforts to end hunger. With conflict, climate, and COVID-19 effects dramatically affecting access to food for millions around the world, your generosity today is deeply appreciated. Whether you're praying, learning, giving, or advocating, you can make a difference! Learn more: worldrenew.ca/world-hunger
IF and HOW -
IF you are considering a year-end gift to Cairn Christian School or Smithville Christian High School, here’s an idea you should consider. HOW you give your gift can add to your gift’s impact, while also making a big difference on your income tax bill.
IF you have publicly-traded securities that have gained in value over the time you have owned them, using these to give to our schools can be a great idea! HOW does this work? If you bought shares for $1,000 and they are now valued at $5,000 – they are subject to Capital Gains tax if you convert them to cash first.
IF you transfer them directly to a charity, you will give a gift that cost you $1,000, but you will get a donation receipt for a $5,000 gift (for many, reducing their taxes by approx. $2,000)! And because the school doesn’t pay capital gains taxes when they convert them to cash, it gets the full $5,000 in funds to support its important work! HOW can you do this? Is it complicated? No! We can make it straightforward: contact Kevin Huinink at Cairn Christian School (khuinink@cairnchristianschool.ca), Ted Harris at Smithville Christian High School (tharris@smithvillechristian.ca), or Kevin teBrake at our Foundation (ktebrake@christianschoolfoundation.ca) to learn more.
We recommend initiating this type of gift soon to gain from the tax advantage in 2022.
Gratitude from Safe Church: Dear Mountainview CRC, Thank you so much for your financial support for Safe Church Ministry. Because of you, we have been able to increase awareness about abuse through our webinar series, books studies, and abuse prevention resources. Your support further provides support for regional Safe Church coordinators and safe church teams across the denomination. Finally, we have been able to provide counsel and resources to churches in order to help them respond to situations of abuse in ways that promote healing and justice. Your donations make all this possible. May God richly bless the ministry of your church in the year to come!
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES…
Please join us for Cairn Christian School's annual Family Fun Fest on November 12, 2022 at Smithville Christian Highschool. Please help us with our planning by signing up for one of the following:
1.Volunteer spots filled before NOVEMBER 1 will be entered into a draw to win a $25 Funfest Shopping spree!! So don't miss out and tell all your friends!! This is also a great way for highschool kids to get volunteer hours! Sign up here: https://signup.com/go/VtjBxxT
2. Grocery Donations - Mountainview has been asked to gather some grocery items needed for the day of the Fun Fest. Please sign up to buy some groceries here: https://signup.com/go/dVCpmJg
Groceries can either be dropped off at Mountainview or at Jess VanGeest's house (5774 Valentino Rd, Beamsville) by Thursday, Nov 10, 2022.
3. Baking is a huge part of our day! Please consider baking for our marketplace! Sign up here! https://signup.com/go/sTHDCHp
4. Chocolate Letters Forms - Online orders will be open until October 28. Order online here: https://cairn-christian-school-funfest.myshopify.com
5. Christmas Urns will be available again to pre-order online https://cairn-christian-school-funfest.myshopify.com due November 4.
Thanks for all your prayers and support so far we look forward to a very exciting day!
The Fun Fest Committee
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!
NISM Career Mentorship is a program that connects International Students, with a Canadian professional in their field, preparing them for the Canadian workplace. It involves meeting with a student for 3 sessions using prepared modules; it can be done online or in person. Would you consider using your professional experience to bless an International Student? Check out the Career Mentorship Info. Package. If you have questions please contact hilda at: hildavk@gmail.com
Niagara International Students 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
Please Join In: The Evangelical Fellowship of Canada Issues Urgent Request for Canadians to Contact MPs to Stop MAiD Expansion (Bill C-230: Protection of Freedom of Conscience Act)
A change in the law allowing medical assistance in dying (MAiD) for mental illness alone will come into effect this March. The EFC is calling on Canadian Christians to ask their Members of Parliament to stop the expansion. See the EFC's media release and action kit for more information. For those who can’t access this media ask a friend or family member to help you contact your MP and make your voice heard on this issue.
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
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LOCAL DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
Be Curious - Check out the kids’ devotion at https://kidscorner.net/. Do you like to ask “why”? Do you try to figure out how things work? If you have a curious mind, give thanks to God for that gift. Listen now at kidscorner.net. Check out all the new content.
Groundwork: God's Presence with His People - God delights to dwell with his people, but he is holy and his presence cannot remain with unholy people. Join Groundwork as we study Ezekiel chapters 10, 11, and 36 to witness the painful consequences of Israel’s unholy ways and hear the hope God offers even in the midst of those consequences. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
I'll Be Praying for You - Check out the kids’ devotion at https://kidscorner.net/. Would you rather work in a group or work by yourself? One way we can work together and help one another is by encouraging through prayer as others go through difficult times. Listen now at kidscorner.net. Check out all the new content.
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.
Looking forward to the music of the Christmas season? Save the dates for Libertas Christmas Concerts on December 1,2,3, 2022 in Central Presbyterian Church in Cambridge, Central Presbyterians Church in Hamilton and Knox Presbyterian Church in Woodstock. https://libertasvoices.com/
GEMS Girls' Clubs invites everyone to a Celebration Evening on Nov. 19 at 7 pm at ClearView CRC, Oakville. The program will include worship, an exciting ministry update and a message by featured guest, Carey Nieuwhof! Please join us in supporting GEMS to reach even more girls everywhere with the Good News that they are LOVED and made for more! Dessert to follow program. Tickets and info at https://gemsgc.org/events/celebration-evening/
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. See many of the biblical places (Jerusalem, Galilee, Caesarea, Jericho and much more), and gain spiritual and historical insights which will make the Bible come alive for you. For information and registration, go to: toursofisrael.wordpress.com call Peter: 1 289 877-8433, or e-mail: peter.tuininga@gmail.com.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Resonate Global Mission - Senior Administrative Assistant to Director of North America Regional Teams and Canada Director. Are you organized, detail oriented, and self-motivated? Consider applying to work for Resonate, providing administrative support to our Director of North America (NA) Regional Teams and Resonate Canada Director. Resonate seeks to amplify the good news of Jesus through churches, neighborhoods, and communities around the world. Join us! Learn more and apply at https://crcna.pinpointhq.com/en/jobs/70703
Diaconal Ministries Canada is a partner agency of the CRCNA that equips and supports deacons in their role within your church, the broader community, and beyond. We are currently accepting applications for: Office Assistant and Financial Coordinator (both part-time). Start date for both positions will be immediate. Applicants wishing to apply to one or both of these positions are asked to send their resume, along with references, to the National Director, Ron Vanden Brink, at rvandenbrink@crcna.org Visit our website for more information and full job descriptions: http://diaconalministries.com/our-team/careersopportunities/
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
Bus Driver @ Great Lakes Christian High School (Part time 10-month position)
1. Must have their E or B bus license (Truck drivers can easily obtain with a written test)
2. Clean Police check for the vulnerable sector
3. Min. 3 years' experience driving a heavy vehicle (Truck) or passenger carrying vehicles
4. Hours 6-8am and 4-6pm each weekday.
Please send a resume and cover letter to: careers@glchs.ca
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: full-time & part-time permanent lines
• RPNs: full-time night line; part-time afternoon line; casual staff
• Dietary Aides: part-time with a 10:30AM-2:30PM and a 4-8PM schedule available
• Life Enrichment Assistant: 2 positions, working 12-8PM, Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun and Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri
• Recreation staff: 4-8PM shift available; casual staff
• Infection Control Attendant: 2 temporary positions, working 10:30AM-6:30PM, Week 1: Mon, Tues, Sat, Sun and Week 2: Wed, Thurs, Fri
Church Administrator Position - Visit our website and read a comprehensive description of this position. https://www.forestviewcommunitychurch.ca/about/career-opportunities/. Please submit resume and credentials as requested in the link above to Jessica Romaniuk at jessrom66apr@gmail.com. Apply until November 8.
CRCNA Position Openings - The Christian Reformed Church has immediate full-time openings. For more details and to apply visit www.crcna.org/jobs
World Renew, Canada Jobs - World Renew is hiring a Human Resource Manager and a Project Manager for the International Disaster Response team in our Burlington, Ontario. For more information regarding these positions, please go to https://worldrenew.net/careers