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Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Jolene Veenstra presents the 3rd message in our Summer Psalm Series. Focused on Psalm 131 “Interpreting the Psalms”
One lovely thing about the psalms is how accessible they are to us even though they are thousands of years old and translated from an ancient language that used specific poetic structures. One challenging thing about the psalms is that they appear self evident, yet are thousands of years old and translated from an ancient language that used specific poetic structures. Let's do a quick interpretation lesson this morning to enhance our reading of the psalms. We will then examine Psalm 131 together.
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JOYFUL GIVING
Sunday’s offerings are for our Ministry Promise (a.k.a. Budget) AND for...
Upcoming Offering:
July 27th A.M. – World Renew Cambodia – Sovann Neth is the World Renew Country Consultant in Cambodia! He is one of Mountainview’s supported Missionaries. Sovann has been faithfully serving with World Renew (CRWRC) in Cambodia since 2008. Sovann has held the positions of Program Coordinator, Program Manager, Operations and Program Manager and Deputy Country Director during his time with World Renew. Sovann has a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Asia Euro University in Cambodia, a Master’s degree in Economics from Rostov State University of Economics in Russia, and a Master’s degree in Public Administration and Management from Royal University of Law and Economics in Cambodia. sneth@worldrenew.net.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
SOCO Beach Project Update:
See what's happening at SOCO. Please pray for this weekend's camping retreat. Newsletter:https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-july-17-8570245
"Show off your skills amongst friends" - Join us at Choose Life Niagara's first Golf for Life Tournament at Riverview Golf Club in Fenwick on Friday, July 25th. The tournament will feature a best ball competition with a delicious steak dinner to top off a great day on the course. Register at https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/st-catharines-right-to-life-association-inc/events/golf-for-life-tournament/. Players of all ages and skills are welcome. Individuals will be matched to fill a foursome.
Global Leadership Summit Simulcast - August 7–8, 2025 - Join leaders from around the world for a live simulcast of the Global Leadership Summit Simulcast, hosted locally at Calvin University’s Covenant Fine Arts Center. Hear from top global speakers on leadership, purpose, and innovation. Open to professionals, students, educators, and community members. Early Bird tickets available through July 16. More info & registration at https://brushfire.com/582107
It’s not too late to be a sponsor or a golfer in the annual Swing for Students Golf Tournament, supporting Cairn Christian School and Smithville Christian High School. Scan or click to register to golf or to be a sponsor – we need lots of both! https://bit.ly/SwingforStudents2025
If you’re a returning golfer and you refer a new foursome, you’ll receive a beautiful new golf umbrella. The 2025 tournament will be held Saturday, September 13, at Whisky Run Golf Club in Port Colborne. The students would love to have your support.
Come join The Grand Parade at SHALOM MANOR on Saturday, September 20th! This super-fun, family-friendly fundraising walk is looking to raise funds towards a wheelchair accessible bus! Last year we had an amazing day of community and raised $72,000 to help fund upgrades to the Mapleview Resident washrooms (check our social media for images of the changes). If you are interested in being part of this great event as a team captain, walker/fundraiser, volunteer or sponsor, check out the following link: https://thegrandparade.org/location/grimsby. Join the fun and get the wheels on the bus going round-and-round!
"Moving Forward in Faith" Conference Returns! - Back by popular demand! Diaconal Ministries Canada and Resonate Global Mission are pleased to partner up for the Moving Forward in Faith Conference, happening again this year on Friday evening, November 14 & Saturday, 15, 2025. This year's theme is The Church Released. Find our more on the event website: resonateglobalmission.org/moving-forward-faith. Save the date and plan to attend with your team!
Hearts Exchanged - One Hearts Exchanged participant said this, "Being a part of this process, and witnessing people faithfully engage with it, gives me a renewed sense of hope for the church’s potential to be a force of healing and reconciliation in a broken world." If you're interested in joining a cohort for these conversations, learn more at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
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!
Addiction to alcohol and/or drugs; how bad is it? Is “that bad” a skid row drunk, losing your family, home, job…….??? “That bad” is irrelevant -- what is relevant is help before it gets “that bad”, for yourself and your loved one. Knowledge is the beginning of wisdom. We are available to share our experience, strength and hope. Confidentiality guaranteed. 905-933-3994 or www.familyoutreachontario.com.
Family Outreach Ontario Christian Addiction Support Services (FOO) - FOO is a group of committed volunteers dedicated to educating and supporting the friends and families of those struggling with addiction, as well as offering direction and hope to individuals caught in the cycle of addiction. Our mission is rooted in faith and compassion, serving as a live body of believers called by God to walk alongside others in times of need. We are currently seeking passionate individuals to join our Board of Directors. If addiction and recovery are topics close to your heart, we invite you to consider lending your time and talents to this important ministry. Please contact Harry Gelderman for details: Harrygelderman1@gmail.com
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
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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: Jesus' Parables, Discipleship, and the Cost of Following Jesus - Jesus taught his followers about God’s heart and values through parables, sermons, and conversation. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study Luke 10:25-37; Luke 18:9-14; Luke 5:1-11, 27-32; Luke 9:57-62; and Luke 14:25-33 to discover what Jesus teaches about the attitudes and hearts of his followers and discuss honestly what it costs to prioritize Jesus in our lives. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner Devotions: Jesus' Parables, Discipleship, and the Cost of Following Jesus - Jesus taught his followers about God’s heart and values through parables, sermons, and conversation. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study Luke 10:25-37; Luke 18:9-14; Luke 5:1-11, 27-32; Luke 9:57-62; and Luke 14:25-33 to discover what Jesus teaches about the attitudes and hearts of his followers and discuss honestly what it costs to prioritize Jesus in our lives. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Eugene Peterson paraphrased part of 1 Corinthians 12 in The Message by saying, “Each person is given something to do that shows who God is: Everyone gets in on it, everyone benefits. All kinds of things are handed out by the Spirit, and to all kinds of people! The variety is wonderful. . . .” Think of a family member or friend. Have a discussion, write a note, or draw a picture for them about how you have seen God work through them. 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.
Intercultural Congregations Network - Our church is exploring new ways to engage with the diverse communities around us! The CRC in Canada has launched the Intercultural Congregations Network to help churches welcome, integrate, and thrive in a multicultural world. This network offers coaching, resources, and connections to deepen our collective work in God's diverse kingdom. Contact Intercultural Ministry at intercultural@crcna.org to learn how you can be involved.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Cairn Christian School (Stoney Creek campus) has two openings for paraeducator support for next year. These positions are for a full-time educational assistant to provide support to student with exceptional learning needs. Several years of experience and a working knowledge of learning disabilities would be an asset. Contact Bonnie Desjardins, principal, at bdesjardins@cairnchristianschool.ca for more information.
Providence CRC of Beamsville is seeking a Youth Discipleship Coordinator to serve the vision (“Together, Following Christ in Mission”) and mission (“Equipped to Make Disciples”) of Providence Church of Providence Church through managing and maintaining youth and children’s ministries and engaging with our Key Partner Convos Youth Zone in the role of Program Director. Questions and resumes can be directed to board@providencecrc.ca. Check the website for information: www.providencecrc.ca. Applications accepted until July 26.
Position Opening: Director of Partnership Administration - Grand Rapids, MI or Burlington ON. - Are you a servant leader with a proven track record of excellence in administration and organizational management? Please consider applying for the CRCNA's director of partnership administration position. the Director of Partnership Administration will advance the work of the CRCNA in areas such as governance and compliance, joint ministry plans, finance, and budgets to create a well-functioning organization that operates on both sides of the Canada-U.S. border. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
Position Opening: Communications Coordinator - The successful candidate will coordinate the development and implementation of a communication and marketing strategy that motivates the CRCNA in Canada. This is a full-time permanent hybrid position based in the Burlington, Ont., office of the CRCNA. Learn more at crcna.org/get-involved/careers and apply by August 11.
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.