September 28th, 2025 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Erick Schuringa continues the Sermon the Mount series with a message entitled “The Heart of the Law”” He will begin in Matthew chapter 5 verses 17-48.
In this part of Jesus' mountain of teaching, he deals with the law. At first glance it appears he makes the law even harder, if not impossible to keep. But a closer look shows us that Jesus is showing us the true path to living the way God wants us to live.
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
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JOYFUL GIVING
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October 5th A.M. – Thrive Ministries: We’re here to help you and your church. Our staff are practitioners in the areas of faith formation, abuse prevention and response, disability access, racial justice and diversity, pastors and church support, chaplaincy, justice, and worship. Our priority is to listen to your needs as church staff, volunteers, and members as you endeavor to cultivate a flourishing congregation in your local context. We are eager to walk alongside you and provide support, connections, and resources to equip your congregation to thrive. Your prayers and financial support are critical, whether through annual church contributions, special offerings, or individual donations. To keep up to date on all of our work, subscribe to the Thrive monthly email.
As Thanksgiving approaches and we reflect on all that we’re grateful for, I want you to know that you are at the top of that list. Because of your congregation’s commitment to reaching out to people with the Gospel message, lives are being transformed by the power of God’s Word. Families are being reached, churches are being strengthened, and hope is being restored. You’ve helped carry the Gospel into places where it had not yet gone, and the stories of impact reflect your heart for the Kingdom.
Niagara International Students Ministry (connected with Brock Chaplaincy and led by Hilda VanderKlippe, who is Assistant Chaplain to Pastor Zack DeBruyne at Brock) encourages us to consider hosting and connecting with an international student this Thanksgiving (click on the picture below for more information):
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Help us name our Hamilton Campus of Care! In this next season, Shalom is constructing a campus of care located at Upper Wellington & Stone Chruch Roads in Hamilton. It will be home to 188 reisdents lving in long-term care and 72 retirement suites. We are seeking meaningful name suggestions that:
1. Reflect our Christian foundations
2. Evoke a sense of home, belonging, and community
3. Is suitable for both long-term care and retirement living
4. Does not include “Shalom” (already exists in Hamilton)
5. Is not already in use in the Hamilton area
Any ideas? Tell us why it’s a great fit! Drop your suggestion and explanation in the box at the front door OR email kedge@shalommanor.ca. Our leadership team will review names, reflect on them and present the top names to the Board of Directors, who will prayerfully make the final decision. Names accepted until: Oct. 17th, 2025. Stay tuned for the big reveal later this year!
Hearts Exchanged - Children, teens and young adults are back at school -- regardless of what age you are, what do you want to learn this year? If you answered 'more about reconciliation' consider joining a Hearts Exchanged cohort to walk alongside others interested in reconciliation. Learn more at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. To better understand this important day, you can learn more about the legacy of residential schools and about ongoing reconciliation efforts. Find podcasts, prayers, and more at crcna.org/indigenous/resources/national-truth-and-reconciliation-day
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.
"A Concert of Thanksgiving". An evening with the Meadowlands Community Choir, directed by Rabekah Wiseman, the Meadowlands Salvation Army Corps Band directed by Ron Heintzman along with John VanderLaan at the organ. Saturday, October 18 at 7pm at Grace (Ancaster) Community CRC, 70 Garner Rd East. A wonderful musical evening for choir, organ, brass and audience participation. This event will support the work of the Salvation Army as well as Grace CRC as they help those in need. Tickets, only $10, are available from John Vanderlaan john_vdl@hotmail.com or at the door. For info call 905-648-3170.
Moving Forward in Faith Conference - Registration is now open! Join us November 14-15 at Kings Christian Collegiate in Oakville, Ont., for dynamic workshops and plenary sessions by keynote speaker Danielle Strickland (daniellestrickland.com). This conference will equip you with practical skills and spiritual insights to better serve your neighbours and local community. Special rates for Early Bird registrations, Youth/Young Adults, AND for groups! Visit the event website for the weekend's schedule, workshop descriptions, and how to register: https://www.resonateglobalmission.org/moving-forward-faith. Contact Joan Brady, at jbrady@crcna.org with questions. We can't wait to see 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!
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.
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece (April 3 - 13. 2026): Travel by motor coach (6 days) and cruise ship (3 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.
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: When Discipleship Growth Stalls - Sometimes the things we do and say are out of sync with the faith we profess to believe. Study Acts 10:34-48, Galatians 2:11-16, James 1:22-27, 1 John 1:8-10, and Philippians 3:12-14 with Groundwork to understand what God does for us in these situations and what we need to continue growing again as Christ’s disciples today. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner Devotions: Living God's Story - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Living God’s Story” at www.kidscorner.net. Proverbs 13:20 encourages us to find wise friends. Who do you think is wise? Who can teach you about God and the Bible? Talk to your parents. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the classic “Liz and Friends” podcast!
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - God’s family is beautifully diverse. Revelation 7:9 gives us a glimpse of heaven as a great multitude “from every nation, tribe, people, and language” worshiping together (Rev. 7:9). As you celebrate All Nations Heritage Week this week, ask a Christian from another nation or culture to share with you one meaningful way in which people in their tradition worship God. Or look online for stories about Christians in other cultures and how they worship God. 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.
All Nations Heritage Sunday - October 5 - Next week, Thrive invites congregations to celebrate the diverse and multicultural church of Christ. Did you know that a rapidly growing number of CRCs (30%) are multicultural or multilingual? Consider giving to Thrive's translation efforts and discover resources for All Nations Heritage Sunday now at: crcna.org/AllNations
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!
The Board of Shalom Manor is excited to determine whom God has selected to be our next Chief Executive Officer. Linked here is a letter with more details about the position and qualifications. Visit shalommanor.ca for more details about our organization. Contact Janice Wagner with inquiries or to apply: janice@maxwellmanagementgroup.com 1-855-305-4078 ext.209