August 31st 2025 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Erick Schuringa presents the fina message in our Summer Psalm Series. Focusing on Psalm 145 “Praise with a Purpose”
This Psalm calls everyone everywhere to always praise God for all his amazing attributes. Which is good and beautiful and joyful. It also has a goal: to keep us in touch with who we are meant to be as creatures in God's world.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
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JOYFUL GIVING
Sunday’s offerings are for our Ministry Promise (a.k.a. Budget) AND for...
Upcoming Offering:
UPCOMING OFFERING: September 7th A.M. – Rose City Kids: For 10+ years Rose City Kids has been actively reaching children in Welland’s low-income communities. We launched our first program in 2008 with just a small group of volunteers and children. Since then, Rose City Kids has been blessed with growth and success with over 500 children and 120 volunteers actively involved in our programs. Through our diverse programs, we see hope restored lives changed, relationships built, physical needs met, and overall we see the love of Jesus in action in our community. What we offer: Saturday afternoon children’s programs, home visits (we visit every child in their home twice a month), junior leadership training, youth programs, after school tutoring, youth drop-in center, summer connect nights and summer camp opportunities. IMPACT ENCOURAGE INFLUENCE INSTILL. Please check out www.rosecitykids.com for more info.
Please Note: Year End Ministry Promise Updates
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World Renew Disaster Response Services (DRS) - Are you someone with time on your hands that is passionate about service towards God’s kingdom? It’s not too late to repair homes in a disaster-impacted community this fall by volunteering with World Renew DRS! Contact Diana Marquez, our Volunteer Program Manager, at dmarquez@worldrenew.net or 616-224-0701 for more information.
Hope Beyond the Headlines - Media outlets often move on quickly after covering the initial impacts of conflict, natural disasters, and other devastating events—leaving behind stories of loss, displacement, and communities struggling with hunger, poverty, and hopelessness. Yet God’s promise in Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us that He has plans for a hope and a future. World Renew, together with our Christian partners and as a member of the Integral Alliance, continues to walk alongside communities long after the cameras are gone—helping restore hope and rebuild lives. Now participating in the third Neglected Crises campaign, World Renew is calling for collective action to support people affected by long-term, complex, and overlooked crises—in Madagascar, Sudan, Haiti, and beyond. Your gift can help extend God’s hope to places where suffering persists long after public attention fades. Learn more or give today at: worldrenew.ca/globalfoodcrisis
Support The Banner Magazine - The Banner’s annual fundraising campaign continues! More than just an award-winning magazine, The Banner is a journalistic ministry dedicated to informing, inspiring, and connecting our CRC community. Available to you in both print and online, this vital resource is made possible by the generous support of individuals like you. Help meet the ambitious $500,000 goal for the 2025 campaign by giving today! thebanner.org/donate
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Attention students heading to UofT or York University: Got faith? Have doubts? Campus ministries in Toronto welcome you to strengthen, question and explore the Christian faith as you view the world in all its complexities, anxieties and beauty. As ministries of the Christian Reformed Church on the campus of the U of T and York University, we learn the tools to navigate challenging conversations, deepen biblical and theological understanding and integrate academic knowledge with our surrounding communities and wherever we land in our vocations. For Logos at YorkU, contact lccyork@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @logosyorku. For Grad Christian Fellowship at UofT, email uoftcampusministry@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @gcfuoft
McMaster University Students - Looking for a place to grow in your faith, meet amazing people, and enjoy some good food and conversation? Come check out All Things Fellowship — McMaster University's campus ministry! The first All Things Fellowship Night is on Wednesday, Sept. 4. Kick off the year with worship, discussion, and friends — both new and familiar! Welcome BBQ Sunday, September 14th. Come hungry and bring a friend! Find out what we’re all about. Stay connected. Follow us for updates, events, and encouragement throughout the year: Instagram (instagram.com/allthingscrc_mcmaster/) Facebook Group (facebook.com/groups/138194172911322). Everyone is welcome! Dr. Michael D. Fallon
Prayer for Our Immigrant Neighbors - Over the past few months, many Christian Reformed Church leaders and members have been deeply impacted by the increased immigration enforcement activities taking place across the United States. We are asking every CRC congregation to set aside a special time of prayer for our immigrant brothers and sisters. All congregations and members are invited to join a virtual prayer vigil on Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 7:00 pm EST at youTube.com/crcna
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.
Join us for the Rose City Kids Golf Tournament - You're Invited to tee up for a great cause! Support the life changing ministry of Rose City Kids by joining us for our annual Golf Tournament September 25 or 26. Location: Riverview Golf Club in Pelham. Start time: 12 pm lunch (1:00 pm -tee time). Cost: $150/player or $600/foursome. Includes golf, cart, meals, prizes and more. To register or become a sponsor: Visit: www.rosecitykids.com or Gerry Vermeer 905 714-4141 or Nath Anjema 905 892 5350 x230. Come golf for a cause- and help us continue to bring faith, hop and love to the next generation.
Volunteers Needed- Partner with Rose City Kids - "Whoever welcomes one such child in my name welcomes me" Matthew 18:5. Rose City Kids is growing- and so is the need for more helping hands and loving hearts. Were currently looking for volunteers to join us in serving over 700 children and youth through weekly programs, tutoring, mentorship, house visits and more. Whether it's helping on a Saturday afternoon, tutoring, or connecting with our youth on an evening- you can make a difference. This is more than volunteering. It's ministry. It's relationships. It's planting seeds of hope and showing kids what the love of Jesus looks like in action. Located in Welland, Rose City Kids in on the front lines of reaching children and youth who desperately need to know they are seen, loved and never alone, If you are looking for a place to serve outside the walls- this is it. To learn more or get involved, contact carla@rosecitykids.com; www.rosecitykids.com.
Calvin on the Road Events - Calvin University is turning 150, and we’re bringing the celebration to you! Throughout the anniversary year, Calvin will be visiting 30 cities across the USA and Canada – we’d love to see you! For a full list of locations and dates, visit calvin.edu/150.
Hymn Text Contest - Calvin University will host an Anniversary Worship Celebration in honor of its 150th year on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the Calvin University Covenant Fine Arts Center for community worship. You can help us celebrate by participating in our 150th Anniversary Hymn Text Contest! The planning committee invites hymnwriters to submit a hymn text to be sung at the worship service; submissions must be sent via email by November 1. The winner of this contest will receive a $1,500 award.
Cambodia Discovery Tour - Join World Renew from November 14 to 24, 2025, for a journey into Cambodia’s vibrant culture and the inspiring work of local communities pursuing lasting change through partnership and hope. This is an opportunity to witness God’s love in action—experience deep connections, hear powerful stories, and see how lives are being transformed. Registration is limited and closes September 14. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/2025cambodiainfo
There is still time for you to be part of the Grand Parade community at Shalom Manor & Gardens on Saturday, September 20th! There are 20 days left until the walk to fundraise for a resident bus at Shalom. There are presently 12 teams made up of 64 walkers and 13 volunteers who have already raised over $40,000! Please consider joining in one of these roles or donating to a walker/team. Check out more at the following link https://thegrandparade.org/location/grimsby. Wheel be walking – will you?
We are looking forward with eager anticipation to our Fall Benefit Banquet and Silent Auction. Please join us on October 24 at Winona Vine Estates to celebrate and support the work that God is doing at Grimsby Life Centre! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year and helps us to provide free counselling services to those in need of help in our community. Please call the office at 905-309-0944 to reserve your seat! You are invited to fill a table (10 people per table) or to sign up individually. We look forward to seeing you there.
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!
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 November 14 & 15, at King's Christian Collegiate in Oakville. This year's theme is The Church Released. Workshops promise to be practical and helpful, covering topics like prayer, mission, ministry with youth and young adults, and more! We highly recommend coming with your entire ministry team! REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN EARLY SEPTEMBER. Save the date and get your team ready to attend! Visit: https://www.resonateglobalmission.org/moving-forward-faith
Hearts Exchanged - Deepen your understanding of reconciliation with Indigenous neighbours through Hearts Exchanged this fall. Engage in honest dialogue about colonialism, learn from Indigenous perspectives grounded in scripture, and become a catalyst for reconciliation within your community. Sign-ups are now open! crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
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' Kingdom Parables - Jesus often used parables to teach his followers about the kingdom of God. Join Groundwork as we dig into Matthew 13, Matthew 20:1-16, Matthew 22:1-14, Luke 17:20-21, and Matthew 25:1-13 to learn from Jesus what God’s kingdom looks like, what its values are, and how the people of his kingdom behave. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner Devotions: Praying for Someone Else - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Praying for Someone Else” at www.kidscorner.net. Prayer is a special way to show love to others. When you pray for someone, you're helping them and growing closer to God at the same time! Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the classic “Liz and Friends” podcast!
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - When asked about the greatest commandment, Jesus replied, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself’” (Matt. 22:37-39, NIV). How can you show love to God through loving your neighbors this week? Whether it be in helping someone in your building carry groceries, bringing flowers to someone on your street, or buying a special treat for someone in your broader community, find a way to extend an act of love to one of your neighbors. 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
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. Please send your resume or any questions to hr@shalommmanor.ca to see if a career with Shalom is a good fit for you!