March 5, 2023 News
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A basic and important part of participating in communion is confession and forgiveness. This is central to Christianity and the gospel. Communion is a picture and experience of the gospel. Psalm 51 invites us to consider this core theme as we come to the table.
Join us at 10 am Sunday morning via live-stream or in-person, or at any time throughout the week. This week Pastor Erick continues our Lent series with a message entitled "Communion a Cleansing". He will be focusing on Psalm 51.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
PRAYER WALK: Saturday March 4th we will be meeting at GBF and walking/praying from 8:30am.-9:30am. Anyone interested in joining us please feel free to come. Any questions? Please contact Jane deVisser pjdevisser@sympatico.ca or 905-563-7671
GOOD FRIDAY/EASTER CHOIR - Rehearsals on Sundays after worship, March 12, 19, 26 and April 2. Let Ruth Ann know if you are planning on coming.
THANK YOU! Together with your support and many others, the Niagara Region raised 107% of their goal bringing in a total of $70,080 for the YWCA’s transitional housing program…AMAZING!
The rink is not skateable right now. We will have to see what winter still holds and will keep you posted.
JOYFUL GIVING
This Sunday’s Collection is for our Budget and for:
UPCOMING OFFERING: March 5th A.M. – World Renew – Canada Foodgrains Bank: As Christians, we are called to love and care for our brothers and sisters in need around the world. In response to this call, World Renew works through CFGB to provide food and other essential assistance following disasters. We also stay for the long-term to help people rebuild their homes and lives. We have seen that even the smallest of these acts of love can plant new seeds of hope in the hearts of disaster survivors. Please give generously so that World Renew can replenish its CFGB account and continue to sow seeds of hope wherever there is need around the world. Your contributions regularly receive a 4:1 match from the Canadian government and are further leveraged by the support of other CFGB member organizations. To learn more visit: worldrenew.ca/foodgrains
Share Christ’s Hope with Syria/Türkiye Earthquake Survivors - On Monday, February 6, two major earthquakes rocked Syria and Türkiye killing at least 11,000 people and leaving thousands more injured. And as rescue workers search for survivors in the rubble of collapsed buildings, the death toll is expected to rise. In hard-hit northern Syria, a region heavily populated by refugee families who had already been struggling with food insecurity, an ongoing cholera outbreak, and the challenges of winter weather, there is an urgent need for humanitarian aid. Through World Renew, you can help provide emergency food and essentials and share Christ’s hope with the most vulnerable people impacted by this disaster. Please give generously worldrenew.ca/syria-earthquake or call 888-975-3769.
Other…COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
Badminton Tournament at Smithville Christian High, on Saturday, March 4th. Doubles only (mens, ladies, mixed). Proceeds to support Theocentric Christian School in Souith Africa. Cost is $30/player, $20 for students. Contact John at 905-380-7347 to register by February 27.
Ogunkoya Family: Evening of Celebration on Friday March 10 6:30 pm at Rose City Kids - This coming Friday evening we will be celebrating with the Ogunkoya family, as they have finally been approved for permament residency in Canada. They will no longer be deported back to Nigeria where they faced persecution for their Christian faith. After six yesars of seeking refuge, deportation orders and appeals, two years underground, the fight is finally over! Come join us as they share their stories and celebrate with us! Rev Majed el Shafie , a human rights lawyer from One free world international will also be a guest this evening. For those of you interested in financially assisting the family, we will also be collecting donations Thank you!
SENIORS (ie. anyone 55+): Join us at Jubilee Fellowship CRC on Friday, March 24 at 10 a.m. for a discussion with Dr Syd Hielema on "Following Jesus in the Third Third of Life", its faith implications and intergenerational opportunities. Dr. Hielema has done much work with CRC Faith Formation Ministries and this topic, and we look forward to dialoguing together. Your Classis Niagara’s Leadership Development Team endorses this unique opportunity for seniors from our church communities to socialize and learn together. Please contact Karen Gerritsma (905-935-6875) or Dora Strooboscher (905-646-9569) if you have any questions.
CALLING ALL CLASSIS NIAGARA YOUNG ADULTS - A young adult worship service for 18–30-year-olds is being held at Brock University's Faith and Life Center on April 1st at 7pm. Come check out Brock Campus Ministry, the space, and enjoy snacks with some games to follow. If you are or even consider yourself to be a young adult and have gifts in music, worship, hospitality, or just want to be involved please contact Elly at elizabeth.schreuders@outlook.com.
The Center Art Gallery at Calvin University presents The Architecture of Prayer, a survey of church architecture exploring a selection of the most thoughtful liturgical projects of the 21st century. On display until April 7th, the exhibition showcases drawings and travel photography of historic church buildings in dialogue with new projects built after 1999—contributed by 40+ internationally-recognized practices and local firms. To explore the exhibition virtually, visit: https://bit.ly/arch_pray.
Awake to Praise Choir: The Awake to Praise Choir will be performing their Easter/Spring concerts on Friday, March 31, at 7:30 pm and Saturday, April 1st, at 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm. Ticket info. is on the website at www.awaketopraisechoir.com. Admission for ages 5+ - $12 a ticket to cover expenses. There will be a free-will offering for Word and Deed. All proceeds from the collection will be donated.
The Hosanna & Mattaniah Choirs Concert is back!! Tickets are now available for the annual combined concert which will once again be held at FirstOntario Concert Hall, Hamilton on Saturday, April 8 at 7:30pm. The choirs will be accompanied by Ryan Vandenberg (Organ), Andre Knevel (Organ), and Naomi Van Manen (Piano), Jacob Kramer (Baritone soloist from the Netherlands) and the 13 piece Scott Harrison Brass/Percussion Ensemble. Tickets are $20 & $30. Contact: Wendy at 905-628-1211 or at hdenhollander@yahoo.com or at www.hosanna-choir.org
Partner Clinics this spring! Virtual Clinic on April 5th with supporters across Canada. 8:30pm. https://lit.ly/3lrHYDg
Niagara Christian Gleaners will be hosting fundraising dinners on Friday, April 14 & Saturday, April 15 at the West Niagara Agricultural Centre. Dinner is at 6pm with guest speakers, Dr. Echo & Harry Vanderwal, from the Luke Commission. Seating is limited. Please reserve your seat or table of 8 by emailing ncgdinners@gmail.com.
Libertas Male Choir in Spring Concert - Join director Martin Mans, pianist Joyce Postmus, and organist André Knevel and the Libertas Male Choir on April 14, 2023, at Drayton Reformed Church, Drayton, ON at 7.30 PM or April 15, 2023, at Covenant Canadian Reformed Church, Grassie, ON at 7.30 PM. Order tickets at www.libertasvoices.com.
Sing with Martin Mans and the Libertas Male Choir in 2023! - New for this year, join for the full year or, on a series only basis. Contact us at office@libertasvoices.com or call 905-745-5609. Full rehearsal concert schedule: libertasvoices.com
Bridge Bowling for Breakfast - A Bowling Fundraising Fun Event
When: Saturday, April 22, 2023; 2:30 pm Registration; 3:00 pm Bowl**Bowlers must be on time
Where: Cataract Bowl, 7906 Lundy’s Lane, Niagara Falls
What’s included: 1 ½ hrs of bowling time (2 games per team), shoes, food and drinks.
Each Team must raise a minimum of $500 (4-6 people per team). Grand Prizes for 2 teams that raise the most funds! 6 Helicopter Tour Certificates; Fall French River Cottage stay 3 nights for 2people.
Benefiting: The Free Breakfast Program at Third Space Café for the Homeless
Register or sponsor a team: https://www.thebridgenf.ca/bowling-for-breakfasts-2023/.
SoCo Beach Project Update: Join the fun in showering the SOCO home with household items. Check out the registry. Give a gift. For any gift over $25 - your name is put in the SOCO Get-Away Giveaway - an overnight stay in Port Dover. Details in this week's newsletter. And limited space is still available for SOCO '23. Email your application ASAP! Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/0243c12cc262/soco-update-march-1-23
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!
Redeemer 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
Links are available on our website under
“Community Connections” - “Partnerships”
Paper copies can be requested from the church office.
LOCAL DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
Lent At-home Faith Formation Tip - Many Christians practice giving something up for Lent in order to make more space for God. If you have kids in your household, think together about how you might make more space for God this week. For example, you might take a technology break each day and spend the time reading about Jesus’ life and ministry in The Jesus Storybook Bible or Growing in God’s Love: A Story Bible and talking about the stories together. (Tip from Faith Formation; bit.ly/CRCFaithFormation)
Groundwork: Heavenly Visions to Encourage Our Faith - Seeing heaven’s perspective of the cosmic, spiritual battle between God and evil provided John comfort while he was exiled on the island of Patmos. Join Groundwork as we study Revelation 7-14 and discuss the meaning of the images and numbers in John’s famous heavenly visions and the comfort we can continue to find in the eternal truths those vision conveyed. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner: Sorting Out Our Fears - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at kidscorner.net. This week: Managing fear is a muscle we can strengthen just like we can strengthen our leg muscles to run faster. Learning to run fast and learning to calm fear both take practice, but they are worth it! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Preparing for Easter: A Family Lenten Devotional eBook.
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.
Annual Inter-Classis Safe Church Conference - Classis Huron’s annual inter-classis safe church event is in person again this year! Join us on Saturday, March 4, 2023, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm at Waterloo CRC. Dr. Amanda Benckhuysen, Ministry Team Leader for Safe Church, will speak on “The Use and Misuse of Power in the Church.“ Christian Horizons Education Director Steve Snider will focus on supporting a person living with a disability. Carol Penner will present on “Repentance and Accountability: Forgiveness is Not the First Step.” For info. and to register go to https://www.wmott.ca/scc
On March 24th-25th in Burlington, Ontario, Congregational Ministries will offer a two-day training in Restorative Practice for Faith Communities. Participants will learn how to design and facilitate proactive listening circles for a variety of topics and occasions. You'll also learn how to incorporate restorative practices to enrich interpersonal relationships, small groups, teams, congregational life, and many other contexts. To find out more and to register go to https://bit.ly/RPontariotraining.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
EduDeo Ministries: We’re Hiring a Community Relationship Manager, a Digital Content Specialist, and a Programs Assistant - If so, come join our team! Visit https://edudeo.com/careersfor more information. Applications due March 10, 2023. About us: EduDeo Ministries believes education rooted in the Gospel is the best way to bring about whole-life transformation for children and their communities. We exist to advance Christ-centred education for children in the majority world.
Redeemer is hiring! Learn about available positions at redeemer.ca/work-at-redeemer
Position Opening: Director of Advancement (Canada) - Join the CRCNA staff team to provide leadership in strategic planning for the ministry share program, church and donor engagement, grants and planned giving, and other means of supporting the work of the CRCNA. This full-time position can be worked from the Burlington, Ont., office or as a hybrid role remotely in Canada. For details and to apply, go to https://crcna.pinpointhq.com/en/jobs/81800
Diaconal Ministries is currently searching for an Administrative/Financial Coordinator (30 hrs/week). This job includes good compensation and benefits. Flexible hours with the ability to work from home for part of the week. Proximity to our Burlington office is required. Start date is immediate. Visit our website for more details and the full job description at: https://diaconalministries.com/our-team/careers-opportunities/.
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 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
Jubilee Fellowship CRC is seeking an office administrator to support ministry staff and committee members, enabling them to effectively implement Jubilee’s mission, vision, and core commitments. The successful candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, demonstrate critical thinking skills, and have proficiency in Word, Publisher, Excel, Powerpoint, Wordpress, Adobe, Photoshop, and Mail Chimp. For more information or to apply please send a cover letter and resume to Augusta at Apply@Jubileecrc.org.