May 17, 2026 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Erick Schuringa continues the series “Hanging Out with the Holy Spirt” with a 5th message “Hold on to Hope. He will be looking at the book of Romans chapter 8 verses 17-30.
As we celebrate the Ascension of Jesus, our passage reminds us that we have hope because God is not only working through us to restore things, but also ensuring its success through the help of the Holy Spirit. Our hope can be confident!
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
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JOYFUL GIVING
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Upcoming Offering:
May 24th – DIG: Dream, Invest Grow aims to end the cycle of poverty and malnutrition in rural Guatemala through community empowerment. DIG’s humanitarian volunteers work on sustainable projects that build long-term dignity and hope within these communities by offering a hand up instead of a hand-out. With a focus on community well-being, DIG provides education opportunities for Mayan youth, medical services for families, spiritual support, and sustainable agriculture and nutrition systems for entire towns. DIG works alongside Mayan community members at the ground level to determine long-term solutions. Through DIG’s purposeful travel and mission trip programs, volunteers can create unforgettable personal experiences while making a long-term impact on these communities.
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
Members from across Niagara have come together to make Niagara a SERVE site once again this year, July 11-18! We are excited to offer students the opportunity to visit Niagara and serve our community! We are also excited to offer church members in Niagara further opportunities to serve their community through SERVE Niagara! If you are interested in getting involved feel free to send me a message! There are many different ways that you can be involved based on your schedule! SERVE Niagara is looking for volunteers to help:
- prepare meals for visiting SERVE participants
- wash dishes
- food/ monetary donations
- prayer partners
- develop community among the churches coming to Niagara to participate in serve, and - cleaning up after a full week of meals, worship, games, and serving!
To get involved email annelise.hoogendam@gmail.com
SERVE Niagara is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator to start as soon as possible. Contact AnnElise for details. annelise.hoogendam@gmail.com
The SOCO group has officially arrived — and SOCO 2026 is underway! Read all about the excitement in this week’s newsletter.Be sure to mark June 19 on your calendar and grab your tickets for the upcoming SOCO Fundraiser featuring The Downs, the powerful one-woman play by Sheryl Scott, along with inspiring stories from current participants. For tickets: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/the-downs-fundraiser-2. Calling all young adults! Join us for our very first SOCO Sunday on May 31 in Port Dover for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship. We can’t wait to see you there!. Newsletter link: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-may-14-8575855
Writers Wanted - The Banner is looking to expand its network of news correspondents - freelance writers paid per story to report on assignments from every corner of the Christian Reformed denomination. If you love stories, are curious to ask church leaders about how and why they do things, and are willing to train and learn, our news editor would love to hear from you: news@thebanner.org. (If you are an experienced writer, all the better! Just mention that in your email.)
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.
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. 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.
Join Indwell supporters, staff, tenants, volunteers, family, and friends at our annual Hope & Homes Celebration Dinner on Wednesday, June 3. This year we’re featuring both Hamilton and Burlington current and upcoming programs with our theme: Stories of Courage! Register by May 25 at Indwell.ca/events.
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
50 Years - Grace Community CRC (formerly Ancaster CRC), 70 Garner Road East, Ancaster, Ont., is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Join us for a Celebration Service on Sunday, June 28, at 10am, with a message by Rev. Bernie DeJonge. Members and friends past and present are welcome; we’d love to see you! For information, contact John VanderLaan at john_vdl@hotmail.com. Zechariah 4:6 – Not by Might, nor by Power
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: Humanity Falls - Just after the story of creation, the Bible tells us the story of humanity’s fall. Join Groundwork as we study Genesis 2-3, Romans 5:12, Romans 8:20-22, and Romans 3:9-23 to examine the second major theme of the Bible, the Christian doctrine of the fall. This theme emphasizes the catastrophic impact of sin on humanity and creation, and clearly articulates our universal need for a Savior in Jesus Christ. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Check out this week’s Kids Corner Devotion, “The Promised Gift: Pentecost” at www.kidscorner.net. When Jesus was about to return to heaven to be with his Father, he reminded his disciples of the gift his Father had promised them. Did you know that the same gift is promised to you as well? God sends his Holy Spirit to everyone who believes in Jesus. It’s an old promise that is still good for you today! 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 - Research has shown that taking slow, deep breaths when we are stressed is good for our mental health. As you recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, try using breath prayers as a way to slow down and focus your mind on God. Choose a prayer from the options below, then breathe in and out, repeating the phrases as you breathe. As you breathe in silently, pray: “Not my will.” As you breathe out, pray: “Your will be done.” Breathe in: “I am not alone.” Breathe out: “You are here.” Breathe in: “You are the potter.” Breathe out: “I am the clay” 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.