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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am or anytime throughout the week. Pastor Erick Schuringa present the 2nd message in our Lent Series “Come to the Living Rock” entitled “Build on the Foundation” He will be looking at passages in Luke 6:46-49; 1 Corinthians 3:11.
For the second Sunday of Lent we will consider the passages that each of us have been reflecting on for our Guided Prayer Journey. They cause us to wonder about what it looks like to build on the foundation of Jesus the Word.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
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LENTEN GUIDED PRAYER: We have started Lenten Guided Prayer! Everyone can access the information and instruction material on the PRAYER tab on the Mountainview website. On the home page click on PRAYER, and the documents will be found there along with the Devotion.
1. Outline/Schedule (Sunday groups have a separate schedule. A copy will be given to them).
2. Prayer Journey and Meditative prayer
3. Guide for Praying Scripture
4. Journaling
5. Open Ended Questions
6. Weekly Devotions (posted each week)
If you wish to participate and are not able to access our web page please contact Karin in the office. She can copy a Lenten Prayer Package for you.
We use the open-ended questions to help the group share their prayer experience, and to encourage them to listen to God. Each week another new Devotion will be uploaded on Tuesdays to the website. There are 6 weeks of Lent and 6 devotions on FOUNDATION, REBELLION, CORNERSTONE, SOFT HEARTS, LIVING STONES, and REJECTION, with an Easter Sunday message recapping the weekly themes.
Celebrating 10 Years of Kids@Mountainview Camp!
JOYFUL GIVING
Sunday's offerings are for our Ministry Promise (a.k.a. Budget) AND for...
Upcoming Offering:
UPCOMING OFFERING: March 23rd A.M. – Redeemer University is a Christian undergraduate university offering programs leading to Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Education degrees. From its Hamilton, Ontario campus, Redeemer has prepared graduating classes — the next generation of Christian leaders — for more than 30 years. Redeemer students are being shaped by the Reformed Christian commitment to see faith woven through all aspects of learning and life. Across the world, from the classroom to the convocation stage to careers and churches, our faculty, students and alumni are making an impact.
A Unique Mission Trip for Teenagers - Join a group of teenagers from multiple countries on a trip across three Central American countries (Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Guatemala) to learn more about these countries' histories and learn how local ministry leaders are working to meet the needs of communities in difficult realities. This is a great opportunity to grow in your faith and understanding of mission! Learn more and apply online at www.resonateglobalmission.org/encounter
2025 Guatemala Christian Leaders Tour - Are you a current or emerging leader in your church? Join World Renew in Guatemala from May 3-11, 2025 for a transformative experience exploring poverty, justice, and faith in action. Visit impactful community programs focused on education, agriculture, livelihoods, and more. Gain powerful insights into anti-racism from Indigenous women and discover how to apply those lessons to ministry in Canada. Step into this unique opportunity to deepen your leadership, broaden your global perspective, and be inspired for ministry. Learn more: https://bit.ly/guatemala2025info
World Renew Nicaragua Young Adults Trip - Calling all young adults age 18-30! World Renew extends an invitation to join us in Nicaragua this summer from August 9-17, 2025. We are recruiting young adults to experience God in another culture while developing a perspective on poverty, missions, and community development. Apply for a $1,000 CAD bursary! To learn more about this trip and to register, visit: bit.ly/nicaragua2025info
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Meet & Greet With Tim Challies - Stop by 21Five on March 19 at 2:30 p.m. for a meet and greet with pastor, speaker and author Tim Challies, who will also be guest speaking at chapel that day.
Holy Songs of Joy Concert - Join us on April 4 for Redeemer's spring concert, Holy Songs of Joy. Tickets will be available soon at redeemer.ca/events.
SOCO Beach Project Update:
If you are a young adult between 18 - 29, there's still time to consider this summer opportunity (May - August) to deepen your faith and live in intentional Christian community. For more information: www.southcoastbeachproject.org.
SOCO Fundraising Event ~ Friday, March 28 at Good News Church (London) - Show starts at 7:15 pm. Enjoy the one woman play, "The Downs" and support the SOCO ministry. Tickets are $40. Info in newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-the-downs-8568085?e=42e8e3827e
Mark your Calendars!! Christian Stewardship Services (CSS) is now in the second half of their Winter Conversation Series. The last upcoming evening Webinar is on March 27 (One receipt and online giving). Don’t miss them. RSVP links on our website at Events. CSS can assist you in the preparation of your Will, or help you with your regular or preparation of major gifts. These services are available to any CRC member without charge, or obligation. If you have decided in your heart to give, we can help!
This invitation is for anyone interested in mission! Disciples Making Disciples invites you to Stand Up! An evening event on Monday, March 31at 7:30pm at the Brock Campus. Join us for as we encourage one another in faith and in mission. Beth Fellinger will lead us in thinking creatively about mission and moving forward in the liminal space we find ourselves in, using Luke 13:11-17. Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1K6uv8rkWR3qjC7vV9ibBODb-rW_rrWCRvMMLCb7oqPg/edit?ts=67914b6c Directions to the Faith and Life Center on Brock Campus can be found in the registration form!
Youth Life Reps: Choose Life Niagara invites high school and post-secondary students to our Youth Life Reps meeting on Friday, April 4 at 6:30. We will be kick-starting our series on euthanasia with a pizza night! Join us to equip yourselves to defend life and for a fun evening with other pro-life youth. For more info and to register, visit chooselife.ca/events or email info@chooselife.ca .
The Awake to Praise Choir is pleased to announce the following dates for their Spring performances themed - Creation. Saturday, April 5, at 5:00 & 8:00 pm at the Vineland Free Reformed Church, and Tuesday, April 8 at 8:00 pm at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Center in St. Catharines. Ticket sales begin Wed, March 5 at 10:00 am. Purchase tickets on our website (you'll be directed to the the Performing Arts website). Visit our website for more info. - www.awaketopraisechoir.com
Tickets are now available for the annual combined concert of the Hosanna Choir & Mattaniah Christian Male Choir Concert which will once again be held at FirstOntario Concert Hall, Hamilton on Sat., April 19 at 7:30pm. The choirs will be accompanied by Ryan Vandenberg (Organ), Andre Knevel (Organ), and Naomi Noorduyn (Piano) and the 16-piece Scott Harrison String/Brass/Percussion Ensemble. Tickets are available at $25 & $35 via the choir’s website (www.hosanna-choir.org) any choir member, or Wendy at 905-628-1211 or at hdenhollander@yahoo.com.
100 Women | 1 Heart - You’re invited to an inspiring evening of generosity, fellowship, and food. On April 24th from 7:30-9pm 100 women will unite to raise $10,000 for the Indigenous Family Centre and support their incredible work. Indigenous Family Centre is a CRC-supported ministry in Winnipeg. You’ll hear from keynote speaker Shannon Perez, a Sayisi Dene woman and the director of the centre. Join us at CRCNA Office. Can’t attend? Give a gift crcna.regfox.com/100-women-one-heart
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece - October 13-24, 2025: Travel by motor coach (6 days) and cruise ship (4 days) to sites connected with Paul’s second and third missionary journeys, as well as visit other major sites of biblical, archaeological, and cultural interest. Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading Pauline scholar, hosts this inspirational tour. For more information, contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or weimje@calvinseminary.edu.
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!
Has ALCOHOL OR DRUGS taken over your or a loved one’s life? Family Outreach Ontario can help. There are literally thousands of Christian recovering addicts out there… you may be sitting beside one in church next Sunday. Confidentiality guaranteed. Visit our web site for more info at www.familyoutreachontario.com, contact us at 905-933-3994, or e-mail us at info@familyoutreachontario.com.
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
Links are available on our website under
“Community Connections” - “Partnerships”
Paper copies can be requested from the church office.
DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
ReFrame Ministries Provides Devotions, Podcasts, and Blogs - Start a new Biblical habit with resources from ReFrame Ministries. DEVOTIONS including the Today devotional offer short daily meditations and scripture. Kids Corner includes devotions, especially for children and guardians. PODCASTS help you dig into scripture with Groundwork, explore pop culture and Christianity with Think Christian, or energize your church communications with Church Juice. BLOGS offering spiritual advice for parenting, dating, and more are available in new posts from Family Fire. Learn more about the spiritual habit of praying with ReFrame’s prayer ministry.
Groundwork: Paul's Third Journey: Strengthening and Encouraging Believers - The apostle Paul’s third missionary journey was marked by faith, courage, and love. It was also full of incredible opportunities and heartbreaking goodbyes. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study Acts 18:23–21:17 to learn how to live with the same bold trust and purpose in our own lives. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner: Lent 1: Washing Stinky Feet - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion “Lent 1: Washing Stinky Feet” at www.kidscorner.net. In John 13, Jesus washed his disciples’ feet—a humble act of service that surprised everyone. He demonstrated that love isn’t just about words; it’s about doing for others, even in unexpected ways. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like KC’s Lent and Easter Collection.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Psalm 119:103 says, “How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth!” (NIV). At a mealtime this week, share a passage of Scripture that’s been especially meaningful or “sweet” in your life of faith. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
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
Treasurer Needed: Classis Niagara is seeking an individual to serve in the role of Treasurer. This is a part-time position that comes with a $6500 stipend. Familiarity with QuickBooks is essential. Ideally the individual will have some experience with bookkeeping work for non-profit organizations, however this is not a prerequisite. The workload fluctuates around the meetings held in February, May and October, along with additional year-end responsibilities. If you would like more information of what is involved or to apply, please reach out to our current treasurer, Diane Zantingh, treasurer.niagara@gmail.com, or call 905-975-6630.
Diaconal Ministries Canada equips and supports CRC deacons in their role within your church, the broader community, and beyond. We are currently accepting applications for the full-time position of NATIONAL DIRECTOR. Start date would be Fall 2025. Visit our website for more information and full job descriptions: diaconalministries.com/our-team/careers-opportunities/. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview.
Bethel CRC in Dunnville is searching for a part-time Music Director. Requirements: An authentic relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour and expression of a Reformed/biblical worldview utilizing a broad range of musical skills in “blended worship”. More info at bethel@dunnvillecrc.ca. Submit application to Pastor Frank Engelage at mc4bethel@dunnvillecrc.ca or bethel@dunnvillecrc.ca
Covenant Church St. Catharines is hiring for the summer! We are seeking young adult(s) (18-30 for CSJG) to join our team this summer as either our Summer Program Coordinator or Ministry Intern. These are full-time positions for 13 weeks (May – August 2025). Details can be found at https://www.covenant-church.ca/employment-opportunities. Applications will be received until MARCH 21st. Please email your resume to apply@covenant-church.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. Become part of the team! We are always accepting resumes for potential future hiring.
Camp SHOUT has been a ministry of Jubilee Fellowship Church in St. Catharines since 2004. The purpose of this ministry is to extend God’s love through a fun, safe, subsidized, Christian summer day camp for local children going into gr 1 – 6. We are currently seeking applicants for the Director position. Position details can be found at jubileefellowship.ca/aboutus/opportunities. Submit resumes & questions to Evan Fusilier (fmc@jubileefellowship.ca) by March 24th.
Camp Shalom Summer Staff - This summer at Camp Shalom, our theme is "Paid in Full." We’ll be sharing the message of God’s grace and generosity with 1000+ campers, teaching them how He gave the ultimate gift of Jesus Christ to cover all their debts. We're hiring 45 young adults looking for fun and with an interest in sharing the Gospel, as counselors, lifeguards, kitchen staff, and maintenance staff. All positions are paid and you must be 16 years old before Dec. 31st, 2025, to apply. Visit www.countrysidecamp.com to apply and for info on positions.
Become a Certified Lifeguard! Camp Shalom is excited to offer on-site Lifeguard Training! Whether you’re looking for an amazing summer job at camp or want to work at your local pool, becoming a lifeguard is a valuable and rewarding skill.
What better place to earn your certification than right here at Camp Shalom, surrounded by a supportive community and a beautiful outdoor setting? This training is open to anyone who is interested, so don’t miss this opportunity to gain essential lifesaving skills and prepare for a great job. Visit this LINK for more details.