October 12th, 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 “Heart Treasure.” He will be looking at Matthew chapter 6 verses 19-34.
For thanksgiving weekend we are considering what we value and what we are thankful for. Jesus invites us to a whole different way of looking at the world; it is his kingdom.
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:
October 19th A.M. – Shalom Manor & Gardens is a special Christian, non-profit long-term care home and retirement centre, serving seniors mostly of Dutch descent who belong to the community of Reformed faiths. Limited government funding does not allow the services our seniors require that meet our expectations and standards. Your gifts will enhance immediate resident care, programs, and debt load.
THANK YOU to all who joined in Shalom’s Grand Parade – what a wonderful day! We are thankful and amazed by our sponsors, walkers, donors, volunteers, staff and church partners – none of the success of the parade would have been possible without them! This support has made Grand Parade history and through the 145 participants and close to 600 donations, over $110,000 was raised, bringing us closer to that wheelchair accessible bus! Amazing! We give all praise and thanks to our Lord for His unwavering faithfulness and abundant blessings throughout this campaign and for providing a day of community, beautiful weather, the safety of all involved and the joy of a fun, spirit-filled event.
Hi Members of Mountainview CRC, Your congregation finds strength and comfort in God’s Word, and you know the Bible is so vital to a growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Your generosity has made it possible more and more people to be transformed by the Living Word of God. The difference you have made in these lives is beyond measure. Because of you, believers like Sut Khen, (who you can read about HERE), have experienced the life-changing promises found in the Word of God. You made this possible. May the Holy Spirit continue to lead and guide you in all your kingdom work. Blessings.
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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 Church 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!
"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.
Redeemer University is hosting Christian singer-songwriter Chris Renzema for a public concert on November 7th. Blending indie rock, contemporary Christian and folk, Renzema reflects on big questions through his music while remaining both personal and accessible. Songs like "Springtime" and "Adonai" have helped him garner international attention. Canadian worship leader Brooke Nicholls will open the evening. Tickets are now available at the Redeemer Box Office. For groups of 10 or more, you can use the code RUChurch10 to receive 15% off while quantities last!
SAVE THE DATE - Cairn Christian School is holding its annual Family Fun Fest on November 8th @ Smithville Christian High School. From kids games, silent auctions, home decor, a huge produce and baked goods marketplace, all topped off with an evening live auction. We are looking forward to greeting you and your family to come eat, play, stock up, and support Christian Education!
You’re Invited: Women’s Retreat with Global Coffee Break. - Join us for a time to retreat, refresh, and connect with sisters in Christ. We’ll explore the theme “Live at Peace” using the Discover Philemon & Titus Bible study. Come be encouraged and renewed in God’s Word! (November 14-16 ~ Saturday only option available ~ Hosted at Gull Lake Ministries, MI) resonateglobalmission.org/live-peace
Moving Forward in Faith Conference - Register today! You don't want to miss this practical and insightful conference happening Friday evening, November 14, and all day Saturday, November 15, in Oakville, ON. Visit the event website today for details on workshops and registration: https://www.resonateglobalmission.org/moving-forward-faith. We can't wait to see you there!
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.
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.
NEWSLETTERS FROM OUR MINISTRY PARTNERS
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“Community Connections” - “Partnerships”
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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: God's Faithfulness from Generation to Generation - Celebrate Groundwork’s 15th anniversary and study God’s Word together! Join Groundwork as we study Genesis 15, Matthew 26:26-29, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Deuteronomy 8:10-18, Joshua 4:1-9, and John 3:3-8 to explore the biblical foundation for legacies of faith and reflect on how God has remained faithful from generation to generation. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner Devotions: Sharing God's Story - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Sharing God’s Story” at www.kidscorner.net. You’re never too young to make a big difference for God! Discover how your talents, passions, and actions can inspire others and be part of God’s amazing plan. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like our video Bible study “God’s Big Story”.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Clergy Appreciation Sunday - Ask your family or friends to name one way in which God has deepened your faith through a pastor or ministry leader. Then write a short note or draw a picture for that pastor as a way to say thank-you for their role in your life. 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!
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