October 8th, 2023 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am or anytime throughout the week. This Sunday Pastor Erick will present a message entitled “Giving Thanks with Mixed Feelings”. He will be taking a look at the book of Ezra, chapter 3, verses 10-14.
Just because it is Thanksgiving, doesn't necessarily mean this is the best day for you to feel thankful. Our thankfulness comes with a variety of emotions and experiences. Ezra 3 is our guide for leaning into that reality.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
It is 2023 Directory Update time! Feel free to update your contact information on the Bridge App if you prefer that. It will notify me to approve the changes so I will still capture them. You can also easily update your photos there. Otherwise, please contact Karin in the office by Friday, October 20th with any address or contact information changes. office@mountainviewcrc.org / 905-945-0004 x221. THANK YOU!!
Karin
JOYFUL GIVING
Sunday's offerings are for our Ministry Promise (a.k.a. Budget) AND for...
UPCOMING OFFERING: October 15th A.M. – Niagara Christian Gleaners is an organization in Smithville that seeks to visibly demonstrate God’s love and grace by working with volunteers to collect, process, and make available surplus agricultural produce; sharing our abundance with those around the world who are in need. Gleaning is a biblical concept in which God instructed farmers to leave a portion of their crops for the poor to gather. Your donations help us to engage locally to impact globally in our ministry of mercy.
Niagara International Students Ministry - 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
As we give thanks to God this weekend, we are grateful for mothers in the village of Ka Chi in Laos who are receiving medical support through World Renew from community health volunteers for prenatal check-ups, nutritional training, and preventative care. Families that participate in the Free A Family® program receive the training and tools they need to journey away from poverty. For more information, visit worldrenew.ca/FreeAFamily.
Fill a vital role with World Renew DRS! - Want to escape to some warmer weather in the upcoming months? Fill a vital role with World Renew Disaster Response Services! Join an Unmet Needs Assessment in Fort Myers, Florida, from October 14 - 28, or volunteer on a reconstruction team in Boutte, Louisiana, from November 25 - December 16, and throughout the spring! Contact Diana at dmarquez@worldrenew.net to get started.
Help Glean the Apple Orchard Clean! SAT. OCT 7th 9am-4pm – Tall Post Craft Cider in Hamilton has a surplus of apples for us. We need your help! Give back by helping pick the apples. Families are welcome (corn pi and animals to see for kids) for this free, fun-filled event; rain or shine. Help out for the day or for a couple of hours. Beverages and food available. Need more info? Contact Aaron Post a tall postcraftcider@gmail.com
The time is now! We would love to have you join us at our Fall Benefit Banquet on October 27 at the Grand Olympia from 6-9 pm. Don’t delay – reserve your spot today. Our final cut-off date is October 12! Call us at 905.309.0944 to save your seat. We look forward to seeing you soon!
The Bridge Church in Niagara Falls is hosting a Gala Dinner with the theme of “Coming Home” this year instead of a BBQ! Fine Food, Live Entertainment and Live Auction. Hear about the Bridge mission in Niagara Falls and some of our hopes for the future. Reserve your tickets by October 20th , 2023 at thebridgegala.eventbrite.ca. Free will donations will be warmly received.
Postcards available at the Welcome Centre.
Where: Club Italia, 2525 Montrose Rd, Niagara Falls
Date: Friday, November 3, 2023
Food/Drink: 6:00 pm, Dinner at 6:30 pm; Gluten-free and Vegetarian Options Available
Dear Brothers and Sisters of Mountainview CRC, Thank you for your church's recent gift to the ministry shares program. We are grateful to your church for its passion to promote the gospel story and bring people to salvation in Jesus Christ. We praise God for your willingness to pool your resources with those of other congregations so that we can advance the Kingdom of God in more places and in more ways than a single congregation could do on its own. Everyday, people learn about Christ and salvation or are strengthened to be disciples of Jesus because of this shared ministry work.
I invite you to visit crcna.org/ministryshares to learn more about how your ministry share gifts are making a difference. Together, we are impacting the world for Christ. I pray you will be blessed by all of your giving. In Christ's Service, Rev. Al Postma, Transitional Executive Director
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Assistance Needed (KidsCamp Family) - I am hoping to find someone who has experience in a support role with special needs youth, like my son Ethan (preferably with an education background). Ethan is 13 and starting high school this September. We previously had the steady help of an EA from our church (Forestview) but her life situation has changed and I am forced to widen my search. Commitmen: 6-7 hours/wk, split between Wed and Thurs, 6:30-9:30pm. Pay is for time and travel within reason; amount determined by education and experience. If you can’t commit weekly, please reach out as I may be able to find someone who can do certain weeks, but not others. Contact Tracey at: dayboll.tracy@gmail.com
You are invited to join us on Saturday, October 14 for a time of celebrating, reconnecting and reminiscing as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of CRC campus ministry at Guelph, Waterloo and Laurier universities. Open House at Water St. Church, Guelph from 2-5 p.m. Special program from 3-4 p.m. Ticketed dinner buffet from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Some activities include an interactive timeline, slide show, stories, historical documents, a photo booth, button maker and more! Anyone who has been touched by or involved in campus ministry during the past 50 years is welcome and encouraged to come celebrate God's faithfulness. For more details or to RSVP, email hcm50th@gmail.com or complete this RSVP form here: https://uoguelph.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b3oeB8I6oV8WVwi
The time is now! We would love to have you join us at our Fall Benefit Banquet on October 27 at the Grand Olympia from 6-9 pm. Don’t delay – reserve your spot today. Our final cut-off date is October 12! Call us at 905.309.0944 to save your seat. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Have you ever known you needed help but had a hard time actually asking for it? At Grimsby Life Centre we work to remove any boundaries that stop people from accessing the help they need. We provide free and confidential counseling services that anyone can access, just call us at 905.309.0944. We are here for you! Sometimes we all need help.
Have you heard of a Stephen Minister? Based on Galatians 6:2, Stephen ministers are specially equipped to bear one another’s burdens. What does this look like? Weekly or bi-weekly get togethers, in the form of walks or over coffee at a local coffee shop, Stephen Ministers walk alongside you as you go through life’s difficulties. If you are widowed, lonely, struggling with a health diagnosis or you just need someone to talk to, please reach out to the Grimsby Life Centre at 905.309.0944, we have a Stephen Minister on staff ready to connect with you.
Fall Campus Visit Days - We are hosting Campus Visit Days this fall on October 18 and November 3. Students who attend the full visit day on November 3 will receive a free ticket to the Rend Collective concert that evening! REGISTER NOW
Wolters Centre Social Sciences Lecture - At 7pm on November 1, 2023, the Wolters Centre will be hosting Dr. Jordan Ballor, Director of the Centre for Religion, Culture, and Democracy, as he speaks on the topic of economics in the year's first instalment of the Wolters Centre Lecture Series. LEARN MORE
Future Student Open House - Come experience Redeemer on Saturday, November 18! This event gives prospective undergraduate students and their families an opportunity to explore campus, from academic buildings to dorms to studios and labs. There will also be the chance to connect with faculty and staff from various departments to ask specific questions about Redeemer. LEARN MORE AND SIGN UP
Work at Redeemer - Redeemer is hiring a Campus Services Coordinator, Admissions Counsellor, Learning Strategist, and Donor Relations Manager. Learn more about these positions and many others below. APPLY NOW
FAMILY OUTREACH ONTARIO was there for this family and addict. This was his response after accepting he had an issue with alcohol: “I thought I could fix the problem on my own and nobody would know about it. What a mistake that has been. It almost ripped our whole family apart. Thank you so much for your love and care.” Call 905-933-3994, e-mail us at info@familyoutreachontario.com, or visit our web site www.familyoutreachontario.com.
SOCO Beach Project Update: Become a supporting partner so you can be part of young adult lives being impacted for Christ and his kingdom. Keep up to date with all the SOCO happenings. Read about the SOCO mentoring experience from the summer and beyond: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-sept-28-6056013
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
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“Community Connections” - “Partnerships”
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DENOMINATIONAL NEWS
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS – Available under “Community Partners” on our Website. Posted as they come in. Paper copies can be requested from the church office.. Browse through the work of local and CRCNA ministries...
Groundwork: Trusting God When Evil Abounds - Unfair realities are part of life. But when those circumstances threaten our way of life, it can be tempting to compromise our beliefs and values to preserve ourselves. Join Groundwork as we study the story of Daniel in the Lion’s Den in Daniel 6 to give us the courage to trust God even when evil seems to be winning. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Revelation: A Comfort for Believers - Groundwork has a new Bible study ebook and podcast, called “Revelation: A Comfort for Believers.” It’s a six-episode series that answers some of our biggest questions about the book of Revelation. It's great for personal or group study. Get it when you subscribe to Groundwork at groundworkonline.com/revelation.
Kids Corner: God's Presence Gives Us Hope - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion at www.kidscorner.net/. This week’s devotion is all about how wonderful it is to know that God is there in good times and bad times. He is with you and he loves you. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net like the Kids in Action video “Wherever You Go.”
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.
Nurturing Belonging: Exploring Hospitality, Disability, and Theology - We believe that all people are created in the image of God and that each person is essential. Yet, when it comes to hospitality and belonging for people with disabilities, we often don’t reflect what we believe. Join us online on Wed, Oct 11 from 1:30 to 6pm to learn about nurturing belonging. FREE. Register at https://www.crcna.org/disability/events
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Smithville Christian High School is seeking a principal beginning the 2024/2025 school year. Smithville Christian is an independent Christian school in the heart of Niagara Region. Offering excellent, Christ-centered education to students in Grades 9 to 12, our core purpose is to train students to live as responsible disciples of Jesus Christ. We accomplish this purpose by shaping our instruction and relationships around our core values: Belong, Believe, Succeed. For more information and to apply by November 1, 2023, please click here https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I0b2TrVj4Geg8E82KBJPtX9Yz8_z2Y6w/preview or email pete.wierenga@smithvillechristian.ca.
Bible League Canada currently has four position openings: Director of International Ministry, Joint Ministry Representative, Development Team Associate, and Donor Relations Associate (Contract). We partner with Christian ministry organizations to reach people in over 50 countries worldwide primarily through: Children’s Ministry, Starting New Churches, Adult Bible-Based Literacy, and work within the Persecuted Church. We equip local champions to bring God’s Word to people living in spiritual and physical poverty. Please visit bibleleague.ca for detailed job descriptions, more information about our organization, and for directions on how to apply.
Smithville CRC is looking for guest accompanists… individuals with musical gifts to lead services on piano or guitar, on an as-needed basis. Please contact office@smithvillecrc.ca for more information!
The CRCNA has the following agency/ministry position openings in the US and/or Canada: Part-time (20hrs/wk) Administrative Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI; and 2 Full-time Mission Team Leaders for South & South East Asia and East Asia. For details, deadlines or to apply visit www.crcna.org/jobs.
Mount Hope Community CRC is seeking a part-time bookkeeper for an average of 6 hours per week to begin January 1, 2024. Full posting details can be found on our church website www.mounthopecommunitycrc.org. Need more info? Email treasurer.mhccrc@rogers.com.
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! Visit our website and send your resume or any questions to hr@shalommmanor.ca to see if a career with Shalom is a good fit for you!
We are currently hiring in the following departments:
MANOR NURSING: PSW (full-time, part-time and casual); RPN (part-time and casual); RN (casual)
GARDENS NURSING: PSW/HCA (casual); RPN (casual)
ADMINISTRATION: Scheduling Coordinator/Receptionist (part-time)