May 3, 2026 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Erick Schuringa will continue the series “Hanging Out with the Holy Spirit”, presenting a message entitled "The Holy Spirit and Travel.” He will be ooking at various chapters and verses in the book of Acts.
How do you know where to go? How do you decide to travel? The book of Acts shows us that sometimes the Holy Spirit is involved in helping us get where we need to be even if we do not fully understand why.
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:
May 10th – Beginnings provides counselling and support to expectant parents experiencing unplanned pregnancies and assists people wishing to grow their families through adoption and embryo services. Offering hope and practical assistance to pregnant women and families in crisis while prioritizing the dignity and inclusion of all people is the foundation of our work. From the inception of our organization, Beginnings has sought to be a place where our Christian faith can be seen in the expression of compassion and love. Our core values hold us accountable to advocating for those who are vulnerable and building connections, for families to grow together. “At Beginnings, we believe that our connections to one another are our greatest strength. We believe in creating a space for everyone where families can imagine what is possible together.”
Grimsby Life Centre invites you to participate in Hope Grows Here. This campaign is about planting seeds of hope by supporting counselling and care for individuals and families who are walking through difficult seasons. Each gift helps provide steady, compassionate support and reminds people that they are not alone. “I planted the seed… but God has been making it grow.” — 1 Corinthians 3:6 To participate you can give online through www.grimsbylife.org or send an e-transfer to office@grimsbylife.org. Please include a short message of hope in the message line that we can share with our clients! Thank you for being part of the work God is doing in our community!
Gratitude Giving from Mother’s Day to Father’s Day - From Mother’s Day to Father’s Day we hope you will join us in our special campaign giving honour to mothers, fathers, omas, opas, grandmas, grandpas, aunts or uncles, or a loved one. We invite you to take part in our Blooms of Honour, a campaign dedicated to enhancing our courtyard through the creation of more accessible seating areas in our existing gardens at Shalom Grimsby and/or the new courtyard in Faithstone Hamilton.
As a symbol of honour, the name of a parent, grandparent or friend can be written on a paper tulip in recognition of the gifts received. These tulips will adorn the glass windows to form our “Garden of Honour”. Thank you for your support.
You can view more online at https://shalommanor.ca/blooms-of-honour/. Feel free to reach out to Janet deVries to learn more at 905.945.9631 x. 1172 or jdevries@shalommanor.ca.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
Smithville Christian High School proudly presents The Play That Goes Wrong. Join our talented SCH students as they step into the chaotic world of the Cornley Drama Society, who are attempting to stage a classic 1920s murder mystery. But as the title suggests… everything that can go wrong, does go wrong! This hilarious production is packed with unexpected mishaps and non-stop laughter. Don’t miss it! Opening Performance is May 2nd at 7:30 pm. (Doors open at 7:00 p.m.) with additional performances on May 7, 8 and 9th. Tickets: Students - $10.00, Advance - $12.50 and $15.00 at the door. Please use this link to purchase your tickets today.
SOCO Beach Project Update - Join us for a special evening as we present another performance of the one-woman play, The Downs by Sheryl Scott, our spring SOCO fundraiser, on Friday, June 19 at the Vittoria Community Centre. It's a night of inspiration, community and meaningful storytelling. Tickets available at: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/the-downs-fundraiser-2 Pray for the participants as this summer's cohort kicks off on May 10. And calling all young adults - our first Sunday Night SOCO is May 31. Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-april-30-8575516.
Intertwined Glories: Senior Art Exhibit - Visit the Redeemer Art Gallery for this year’s senior art exhibition. Experience art in various styles and mediums created by Redeemer art students in their final year. March 28 - May 27, 2026.
Beyond the Headlines: Faith, Community, and the Stories that Shape Us - Join a new justice education series from Thrive, World Renew, and the Christian Reformed Centre for Public Dialogue. This four-part series explores immigration, food justice, climate justice, and gender justice through a biblical lens—equipping participants to recognize harmful narratives, understand root causes, and take meaningful, faith-informed action. Learn more and register today: tinyurl.com/yrhe9a6b
Youth March for Life Trip: Choose Life Niagara invites high school and post-secondary students to join us on our annual March for Life trip to Ottawa! We plan to depart the Vineland Carpool lot at 5:00 am Thursday, May 14 and return at 9:30 pm Friday, May 15. Cost is $120 and includes the March for Life, the National Youth Conference, the Rose Dinner, hotel accommodations, and coach bus transportation. For more info and to register, visit chooselife.ca/events or email info@chooselife.ca.
Reimagining Youth Ministry - Join Thrive Faith Formation Consultant Rick Zomer for a webinar and conversation using Andrew Root's book The End of Youth Ministry? as a guide. Together, we will consider why churches might be struggling in youth ministry efforts and explore strategies for moving forward in intergenerational discipleship. Register for the May 5th, 4pm EDT webinar here: tinyurl.com/y6m8crje or the May 14th, 7pm EDT webinar here: tinyurl.com/ds2mrdx7 or by emailing thrive@crcna.org
The Indigenous Ministry of the CRC invites you to On-the-Land Learning, an immersive experience rooted in relationship and Indigenous teachings. Respond to the TRC Calls to Action by stepping onto the land to listen, learn, and pursue reconciliation. Join us in London on May 9, Six Nations on May 23, or London on June 27. Register at: crcna.org/indigenous/resources/land-learning
Kick off your golf season and support children around the world who are eager for a Christ-centred education at EduDeo’s golf tournament. Join us at The Oaks of St. George Golf Club, Paris, ON on May 29, 2026, for an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start. Register as a team or as an individual. Your registration includes a grab-and-go breakfast and BBQ lunch. Register today at: edudeogolf.com.
Join us on May 30th from 8:00 am -12:00 pm for our annual Plant Sale at Shalom! Browse a beautiful selection of plants, enjoy delicious baked goods, and explore offerings from local vendors. Take some time to relax with a cup of coffee and a slice of cake while spending the morning with friends and family. All proceeds will go toward enhancing our resident outdoor spaces, helping us create more welcoming and enjoyable areas for everyone. We look forward to seeing you there! Interested in becoming a vendor? Please contact Alicia at socialcoordinator@shalommanor.ca for more information.
Redeemer is excited to begin the Alumni & Friends travel program, and we want to invite you to come with us to the Netherlands from May 21-28, 2027! If you are interested and want to learn more, please email alumni@redeemer.ca.
Join us for a Daily Visit to experience campus and meet with an Admissions Counsellor. Our next Campus Visit Day will be held this summer on August 12.
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: How to Live in Christ - Keeping laws and customs won’t benefit our salvation at all, but that doesn’t mean our actions don’t matter. Join Groundwork as we study Galatians 5-6 to examine Paul’s description of how we should live in Christ. Together, we’ll discuss the Fruits of the Spirit and what grateful Christian living looks like as we follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Check out this week’s Kids Corner Devotion, “Why Compare When You’re Already You?” at www.kidscorner.net. God made every kid one-of-a-kind, and that’s something to celebrate! When we remember that God loves us just as we are, we can use our special gifts to share His love with others. Check out all the great content at kidscorner.net, like the Bible Story coloring pages available on the KC activities page.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - This week marks Teacher Appreciation Week in the United States and Canada. One of the most significant glimpses of Jesus’ teaching that we have in the Bible can be found in the Sermon on the Mount (Matt. 5–7). This week spend some time reading and reflecting on this important message as you sit under the teaching of Jesus. Then think of people in your life who have taught you about Jesus. Send them a quick note of thanks for helping you to learn about 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.
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Niagara Christian Gleaners (NCG) is looking for at least two passionate individuals to join our Promotions Team. As we continue to process millions of pounds of surplus produce to feed the hungry, we are seeking dedicated volunteers to help share the story of what the Lord is doing through this ministry. We are seeking a Social Media Coordinator to manage our presence on Facebook and Instagram. We are also looking for someone gifted in Graphic Design to assist with the layout and design of our newsletters. Have these skills? Know someone who does? Contact Pete Wierenga, GM: generalmanager@niagaragleaners.org.
Redeemer is hiring a Head Hockey Coach; General Manager, Hockey; Student Life Departmental Assistant; and Mental Health Care Manager. Learn more about these positions and others at redeemer.ca/careers.
Diaconal Ministries Canada is seeking a part-time Communications Coordinator (18 hours per week) to help share the stories, resources, and impact of diaconal ministry across Canada. with deacons, churches, and supporters. The position pays $27.50-30.70/hour and is reviewed annually. The role is preferably hybrid, with one day per week in the Burlington CRCNA office and the remaining hours from a home office (fully remote may be considered for a strong candidate). Intereseted? Visit www.diaconal ministries.com. A pplications close May 11.