May 1, 2022 News
MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us at 10 am Sunday morning via live-stream or in-person, or at any time throughout the week. This is Cadet Sunday and we will be focusing on their theme “God’s In Control” We will be looking at Psalm 23 and Isaiah 55 verses 8-11.
This message will be in the format of a conversation between Pastors Peter and Erick. We will discuss what it means that God is in control. Is this the best term? What about when terrible things happen? How does the Bible talk about God's power?
JOIN THE CHOIR – We’ll be singing a lovely, simple, 3-part song called "Blessed are the Poor" by Kate Williams that will fit so well as Pastor Erick talks about the Beatitudes on Sunday, May 15. We’ll have two rehearsals May 1 and May 8 following worship. Please contact ruthanns@mountainviewcrc.org if interested.
Profession of Faith - that is what we call the process of becoming a member of Mountainview. There are different versions, but the general idea is that you are able to commit yourself to the mission and ministry of this church. If you are interested in learning about taking this step, please contact Pastor Erick 416 689 8721 ericks@mountainviewcrc.org
Children (of any age!) are invited to learn the sign language for "Jesus Strong and Kind" to present in worship on Sunday, May 15. Here's the video to use to learn the signs. Parents, please let me know if your child(ren) will participate! Thanks, Ruth Ann
PRAYER WALK: Saturday May 7th. 8:30-9:30am. This time we will be meeting at The Pump House on Elizabeth Street in Grimsby and walking from there. Anyone is welcome to join us in waliking and praying for Grimsby. Masks optional. Please contact Jane deVisser for more information. pjdevisser@sympatico.ca or 905-563-7671`
New Reads in the Library: This week’s highlight: “Indian Horse” A book by Richard Wagamese; “The Barren Grounds”
Saul Indian Horse is dying. Tucked away in a hospice high above the clash and clang of a big city, he embarks on a marvellous journey of imagination back through the life he led as a northern Ojibway, with all its sorrows and joys. The novel unfolds against the bleak loveliness of northern Ontario, all rock, marsh, bog and cedar.
After 70 years of God's faithfulness, Fruitland Christian Reformed Church is having a final farewell celebration on June 5th at 10:00 am at our church. Present members and past members, please join us for our special worship service of Praise & Thanksgiving. We are so thankful for the rich legacy, Fruitland CRC has contributed to the larger faith community and for how Fruitland has been used to bring glory to His name. A luncheon will follow the service in the Cairn Christian School gym. (next to the church) Please RSVP by May 22 for both the worship service and the luncheon by contacting either Michele Van Bergeyk - 905-973-4101 or mvb@live.ca OR Henrietta Veldman - 905-664-2843 or henridv4@gmail.com
Join us in Praying for Synod 2022 - Synodical delegates, church leaders, and CRCNA members across the continent are praying for Synod 2022. Please join us! Prayer gatherings are scheduled for April 27, May 11, and May 25. We will post prayer guides on the Network each time so that you can pray with us at a time that works for you as families, individuals, church councils, small groups, etc. Need some prayer points to pray through now? Find the March 30 prayer guide at network.crcna.org/prayer/prayer-guide-synod-philippians-44-9
Join Together for 40 Days of Prayer Before Synod 2022 - As part of the CRCNA's year-long prayer initiative, Together Seeking God's Face, you are invited into a 40-day season of intentional, guided prayer leading up to Synod 2022. Sign up for daily Scripture and prayer prompts to be sent to your email for 40 days at crcna.org/pray
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES…
Registration for Kids@Mountainview Summer Camp “Making Waves”
has been going swimmingly :) and is filling up fast
Click on picture for details/infomation and to register.
Teens, Parents, Youth leaders The Youth Group in Smithville are inviting All Teens to a " Serve Day". We have been unable to go to a "Serve " for the last 2 years because of Covid. So, let's get out for a day! There are many non-profit organizations that are excited to have teens, parents and leaders coming out and seeing how God has been at work throughout our community. When? Saturday May 21st from 8:30 -9:00 pm. Where? We will meet at the "Gleaners" in Smithville What? The day will bring us to Niagara Falls, Welland, Dunnville, food and activities are provided throughout the day. Cost? $30.00. Registration date ends: May 14th. Information/registration: Talk to a teen from Smithville, register by emailing tuiningacindy@gmail or phone 289-877-8432 for more info
ROSE CITY KIDS OPEN HOUSE - You are invited! May 7th 3-7 pm. Come out for a nice late afternoon/evening including: A tour of all four of the RCK spaces: RCK Theatre, Leadership Studio, Youth Centre & Sports Court. Refreshments served by the youth & Performance by the RCK Kids choir. Hear about the Impact Celebrate with us. For more information, please contact Sonya: 289 687 5727 or sonya@rosecitykids.com
SoCo Beach Project '22 Update and Intros #2 - Check out the latest on this summer's project. In this edition, you'll continue meeting the participants. Please take note that we are looking for a minivan to use this summer for the course of the project: May 8 - August 22. If you can assist with this need, please contact Pastor Willemina: info@southcoastbeachproject.org. Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/c51419a723ac/soco-participants-part-2?e=b399156341
The National March for Life Week May 7-13: We are all made in the image and likeness of God and are deserving of life from conception to natural death. So please join us for the biggest pro-life demonstration in Canada, the National March for Life in Ottawa on Parliament Hill May 12th @ 12:30 pm. For a full schedule of all events including the Masses for Life, Prayer Services, Youth Summit and Rose Dinner, visit marchforlife.ca.
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JOYFUL GIVING
Please note Will Klein’s new address for mailing your cheques (previously listed in directory updates): 4542 Green Meadow Blvd., Beamsville L3J 0B2
This Sunday’s Collection is for our Buget and for: NewGround (a program of Diaconal Ministries Canada)
UPCOMING OFFERING: May 8th A.M. – Beginnings is a crisis pregnancy counseling agency. They serve individuals for whom the birth of a child looms as a crisis, regardless of race, religion, or financial resources. Beginning is also a full-service adoption agency licensed to process adoptions. Their trained counselors can help you sort out your situation and options. They provide warm, caring, and personal attention.
Last Chance to Double Your Gift! - You can help join God’s mission and spread the gospel in North America by supporting Resonate Global Mission. It’s not too late to double your gift by visiting www.resonateglobalmission.org/MatchMyGift! Any amount you give to this special campaign will be matched dollar for dollar by a generous donor! Don’t wait—give today while your gift will go twice as far.
Shalom’s Extend the Blessing Campaign: Did you know Shalom Grimsby has a 5 - 8 year waitlist, depending on the applicant needs? Almost 1/3 of these people are from the Greater Hamilton area. Shalom is working to respond to the need for long term care and assisted living with the new Hamilton site. Just as we needed financial assistance of churches 40+ years ago to build Shalom Grimsby, we need your assistance to build this new home. Will you prayerfully consider partnering with us in this expansion into Hamilton? Envelopes, including materials on the project and how you can partner with Shalom to Extend the Blessing, are available at the Welcome Centre in the church foyer. Questions? Reach out to Theresa de Roos (fundraising@shalommanor.ca) 905.945.9631, X1126 or Anthony Holl (anthonyh@shalommanor.ca) X 1127.
Share the Gift of Christ’s Hope with Vulnerable Families- A child should look into their mother’s eyes and see hope for the future. But too many children around the world see fear–the fear that comes with food insecurity. Through your gift to World Renew’s Free A Family® program you can help provide women in vulnerable communities with training in income-generating activities, proper health and nutrition practices, and more, so they are equipped to become Moms of Hope. Please share Christ’s hope. To learn more, go to: worldrenew.ca/momsofhope
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
A Second SoCo (South Coast Beach Project) Team 2022 Introduction, and a Grimsby Life Centre Newsletter are new this week.
Links are available on our website under “About Us”
Paper copies can be requested from the church office.
LOCAL DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
Faith Practice Reflection Tip - Reflection and Discussion Starter—the Practice of Prayer: Read Matthew 6:9-13 and ponder or discuss the following question. In Whistling in the Dark, Frederick Buechner writes, “‘Thy kingdom come . . . on earth’ is what we are saying. And if that were suddenly to happen, what then? What would stand and what would fall? . . . To speak those words is to invite the tiger out of the cage, to unleash a power that makes atomic power look like a warm breeze.” What are we asking when we pray for God’s kingdom to come on earth? (For more on faith practices from Faith Formation Ministries visit bit.ly/FaithPracticesProject)
Groundwork: Understand: Jesus on the Road - On the road to Emmaus, two of Jesus’ followers listened as their companion explained the Scriptures to them. As their understanding of Scripture grew, so did their faith. Join Groundwork as we study this story in Luke 24:13-35 and discuss how we too cultivate our faith yet today as we develop a greater understanding of God and his ways through Scripture. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Your Wonderful Creation, from Lions to Leviathans - Check out the new kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net. If you are like the author of Psalm 104, you have learned about many of the plants and animals that God created. But why did God make so many different environments, each with more plants and animals than we could ever imagine? Listen now at kidscorner.net and check out all the new content.
21Five is your local Christian bookstore. We carry a wide variety of books in many areas: Christian Living, Ministry, Religion and Theology, Bible Studies and more. We also have a large variety of Bibles, Christian cards, gifts and more. As part of the community, we love to work closely with our local Christian schools and churches to provide opportunities to place special orders as well. Please reach out to us at books@redeemer.ca today. We would love to serve you.
Friday Campus Visits - Geared toward students interested in Redeemer's undergraduate programs, Friday Campus Visits are a great introduction to the university's one-of-a-kind community: redeemer.ca/friday-visits
Redeemer is hiring a sessional professor of chemistry, a research officer and an institutional research and data analyst. Learn more about these positions and others at redeemer.ca/jobs
Family Outreach Ontario invites you to a special event on Thursday, June 2, at Blessings Christian Church. Our very own Executive Director, John Kowtecky, will present an overview of substance use disorder, including what recovery looks like, for both afflicted individuals as well as their loved ones. John has struggled with alcoholism himself and has now enjoyed over 20 years of sobriety. Following his talk, there will be a Q & A to ask all the questions you’ve never been able to related to addiction. Another guest, Mr. H., will then also share about his drug addiction and recovery. Please plan to attend and tell others about it. It will be an evening you will be sure to remember. A collection will be taken to cover our costs. 7 (Doors open) – 9pm.
We look forward to hosting you at our Amazing Race/Open House. Participants have opportunity to learn how Great Lakes Christian High School addresses the needs of education and healthy development. Students will have the opportunity to participate in 'An Amazing Race' while learning more about Great Lakes. Parents will have an opportunity to ask their questions directly to the Principal and learn details about the various opportunities available for their children. Register here: https://go.oncehub.com/GLCHSAMAZINGRACEOPENHOUSE
Hope for Ukraine - Benefit Concert by Libertas Male Choir - Join us at at Redeemer University on THURSDAY MAY 26, 2022, 7:30PM. A portion of ticket sales and a freewill offering at the concert will benefit the charitable organization, Friends of the Mennonite Centre in Ukraine. (www.mennonitecentre.ca) We welcome back our director, Martin Mans and guest musician, Hugo van der Meij, both from The Netherlands, as well as Andre Knevel, organist. Online tickets will soon be available at www.tickets.redeemer.ca
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Cairn Christian School has immediate openings for reliable, consistent school bus drivers who love kids in the Beamsville, Grimsby, and/or Smithville areas, either permanent or for short-term or occasional assignments. 'B' Licence training provided if not already held. Please contact Kevin at 519-546-9159 or khuinink@cairnchristianschool.ca to inquire.
Board Member Needed - Diaconal Ministries Canada (DMC) equips and supports deacons in the CRC in Canada. We are currently searching for a Board Member for Classis Niagara. The board’s main goal is to oversee the work of DMC and ensure it is accomplishing its intended outcomes through its programs and resources. A typical term is 3 years (renewable). We meet 2x/year (Feb. & Oct.) with 1-2 special meetings, as needed. (Most meetings are held online right now.) Need more info? Interested? Contact Ron Vanden Brink, National Director, at rvandenbrink@crcna.org. He'd love to connect with you!
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 Shalom community! We take pride in offering the best possible care and making Shalom home to our residents. Become a part of this excellent team:
1. We have an urgent need for Resident Care Aides in the Gardens retirement home. Short term sick leave coverage for day (7AM-2PM) and night (11PM-7AM) shifts. You do not need a PSW certificate for this position! May be an opportunity for long term position. Will train.
2. Dietary Aides Manor – Cook position available. Evenings, 4-7:30PM, variety of schedules.
3. Therapeutic Programmers Manor– evening lines available. 4-8PM, 4 shifts each week, including every other weekend.
4. RPNs Manor – full-time, part-time and casual positions available that include mixed day and evening lines and a night line.
5. Life Enrichment Aide Manor, 12-8PM, Week 1: Mon Tues, Sat, Sun, Week 2: Wed, Thus, Fri (2-week rotation).
6. New hires must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. For more information about these positions or to submit your resume, please contact Lauren at hr@shalommanor.ca.