August 3rd, 2025 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Erick Schuringa presents the fifth message in our Summer Psalm Series. Focussing on Psalm 30 “All Over the Map”.
I choose Psalm 30 because it highlights some things I think are core to belief in God. First, that we grow through challenging experiences. Second, that we can be really open and honest with God. Finally, that the above things only work if there is a deep trust in God and desire to praise him.
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:
PLEASE NOTE: This offering has been switched with Shalom from the annual schedule
August 10th A.M. – ReFrame Ministries (formerly Back to God Ministries Int’l): is the cross-cultural media ministry of the CRCNA. It proclaims the gospel of Jesus Christ through indigenous teams in people’s “heart languages” using the web, radio, television, phone, print, and other media. It opens doors for salvation and discipleship, broadcasting the gospel in otherwise closed regions. BTGMI aired its first radio program in 1939. Today, we are reaching people in almost 200 countries and 10 major languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
Please Note: Year End Ministry Promise Updates
will be in your weekly emails under JOYFUL GIVING
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! Our reconstruction teams in Sarasota, Florida, and Windsor, North Carolina, have a spot waiting for you. Contact Diana Marquez, our Volunteer Program Manager, at dmarquez@worldrenew.net or 616-224-0701 for more information.
Dear Members of Mountainview CRC, There are believers around the world rejoicing right now because of your congregation! Through your gift, you are providing 143 Bibles for men, women, and children hungry for God’s Word. Thank you for blessing them with their very own copy of the Bible and bringing security and love into their lives through the Living Word of God. I hope this encourages you today, knowing how your generosity is making a difference! God bless you in all your kingdom work, Thank you, Stephanie, Donor Relations Associate
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
SOCO Beach Project Update:
Read about ‘The Power of Words’ and participant reflections. For young adults - don't miss the last Sunday Night SOCO on August 10th. Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-july-31-8570423
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!
Grimsby Life Centre Fall Benefit Banquet & Silent Auction – Donations Needed! We’re excited to be planning our Fall Benefit Banquet and Silent Auction, happening on October 24 at Winona Vine Estates! As we prepare, we’re looking for donations of new or antique items. Have a duplicate bridal shower gift? Something beautiful that’s been sitting unused? This is a great opportunity to re-gift for a great cause! To donate, please contact the office at 905-309-0944 or drop items off during office hours.Thank you for your continued support of this important event!
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!
"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
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
Links are available on our website under
“Community Connections” - “Partnerships”
Paper copies can be requested from the church office.
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: Remember, Repent, and Return - The prophet Hosea speaks directly against Israel’s spiritual betrayal and rampant injustice. Join Groundwork as we study God’s accusations against Israel in Hosea 4-10 and 12-13, and witness his longing for his people to return. Together, we’ll discuss what we can learn from their story about our own hearts today. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Kids Corner Devotions: God's Grand Story: David's Confidence in God - Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “God's Grand Story: David’s Confidence in God” at www.kidscorner.net. Discover how God used young David to do something incredible and how he can use you, too! Be inspired to trust God's strength in every challenge, no matter how big it seems. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Kids Corner Bible Story Podcast Series.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - As another school year approaches, spend some time in prayer for teachers, administrators, and students from preschool through graduate school. Pray that students may turn their ears to wisdom, apply their hearts to understanding, and find the knowledge of God (Prov. 2:2,5). Pray that administrators and teachers may model God’s wisdom, love, and compassion as they support and instruct students. 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.
Part-time bookkeeper required. 4-5 hours per week. Experience is required. For more information, please call Tamara at (905) 961-0469. Please send your resume to info@forestviewcommunitychurch.ca
Part-time bookkeeper required. 4-5 hours per week. Experience is required. For more information, please call Tamara at (905) 961-0469. Please send your resume to info@forestviewcommunitychurch.ca
Position Opening: Administrative Specialist - North America Regional Team (Canada) - The successful candidate will manage day to day administrative and office support activities of the assigned leader(s) and/or Department(s) within the North America Regional Team. This role will specifically support the Canada Regional Mission team and Campus Ministry team. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Burlington, Ont. Learn more and apply by August 3, 2025. 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.