September 13th, 2026 News
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MOUNTAINVIEW NEWS
Join us Sunday morning at 10 am in person or online. Pastor Erick Schuringa will begin a new series entitled “Deep Hope” with a message entitled “Rethinking Power”. He will be looking at the book of 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:5
Jesus was a rejected outsider who called fringe people to start a movement in which he promised that they would be persecuted. How do we understand that "God chose the weak things" when we are people who are part of the power structures of our world?
LET’S BUILD SOME COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS!
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JOYFUL GIVING
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September 20th – Resonate Global Mission: Together we help build God’s church. We do this by planting churches and supporting ministry in North America as well as sending missionaries around the globe to share the good news. But sending people is only part of God’s plan for your congregation. Your church partners with Resonate as you join God’s mission in your own neighborhood and around the world. Resonate is here to walk alongside you in preparing missionaries and volunteers, calling and supporting church planters and campus ministers, connecting with ministries overseas, engaging church members and younger generations in mission work, and following the Spirit by discerning new ways to demonstrate and proclaim the gospel.
Happy Grandparents Day! - As a grandparent on this special day, do you know how to set up a trust or gift a charity in your will and extend your legacy? Have you done it? If not, the CRC has resources to help. Learn more about planned giving by visiting the CRC website at crcna.org/heritagefund.
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COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
& OPPORTUNITIES
McMaster University Students - University is about more than classes. It’s about finding your people, asking big questions, growing in your faith, and making memories that last. All Things Fellowship is McMaster University's CRC Campus Ministry—a place to build authentic friendships, enjoy great food, explore faith, and have fun along the way. Whether you're in first year or finishing your degree, there's a place for you here. Welcome BBQ Sunday, Sunday, Sept. 20th. Come hungry, bring a friend, and enjoy an evening of food, community, and a glimpse of what we are all about. Follow us for updates, events, and encouragement. All are welcome. We'd love to meet you! Dr. Michael Fallon fallonm@mcmaster.ca/Instagram allthingscrc_mcmaster
SOCO Beach Project Update - Ever wonder what a SOCO parent thinks about the SOCO experience of their young adult son or daughter'? Read a first hand perspective from a parent of one of this summer's participants. Save the date for a fundraiser - The Downs on Friday, Oct. 23 at Faith CRC, Burlington. And remember that the SOCO house is available for rent for a small group retreat or a weekend getaway. Read all about it in this week's newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/southcoastbeachproject/soco-update-sept-10-8577900
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Safe Families Niagara Open House on September 15! We have a new space, The Safe Families House, at 3405 John St, Vineland, and we’d love for you to come by, see the space, and hear about our hopes and plans to use this space to further our ministry. We have two time options to make it easier for you to join us: September 15, 2026 10:00 am–2:00 pm or 7:00–9:00 pm. We’re so grateful for your commitment to Safe Families Niagara. We can’t wait to show you around! Warmly, Safe Families Niagara Team
Choose Life Niagara invites high school and post secondary students out to another Youth Life Reps event on Friday, September 25 at 7:30pm in Fenwick. Josh & Britt Houweling will be sharing their story about Hope, their daughter with Trisomy 18, who has overcome many odds despite doctors pressuring them to abort her. Hope is now 4 1/2 years old! Mandy Overbeeke (our youth coordinator) will also share her story of how God called her into the prolife movement and ways we can all get involved. Questions? Need Info? Visit chooselife.ca/events or email info@chooselife.ca.
The Redeemer Art Gallery presents The Book of Nature: Art Exhibit Opening Reception, featuring five artists who explore the natural world as an intricacy that points to God’s creative authorship. The exhibition includes woodblock prints, cyanotype photography, painting, installation and textile work. Join Redeemer for an opening reception on September 17. The exhibit will be on display until October 22.
Join Redeemer on September 25 for a mini-conference celebrating the 500th Anniversary of the Printing of William Tyndale’s English New Testament in 1526. 3 Lectures will discuss the life, theology and spiritual importance of Tyndale’s New Testament. redeemer.ca/events/William-tyndale-conference/
Royal Anthems Worship Night - Join us at Redeemer on September 26 for a free worship evening with Royal Anthems—a partnership between Crossroads Media, Canadian churches, and music and ministry partners. Tickets free - available Tuesday, August 4 at 10 am. Registration is required to secure your spot.
Creation Care Conference - Redeemer will host a two-day academic conference on October 2-3, exploring and learning how creation is a precious gift to be received and celebrated. Registration open until Sept 18. Visit redeemer.ca/events/creation-care-conference/ for more info.
Join us for a Daily Visit to experience campus and meet with an Admissions Counsellor. Campus Visit Days will be held this fall on October 14 and November 13. Learn more at redeemer.ca/visit.
CPJ Ride for Refuge – Saturday, October 3rd – Coming together in Ottawa for a 5km walk or ride. A chance to come together around a shared commitment to dignity, justice and welcome in Canada. Can’t make it to Ottawa? You can participate in your community. Click this link for more info or to get started.
You’re Invited! Caring for our Church Family Event – October 7th - If you are involved with caring for an elderly individual, or a church family member, this event is for you! When someone we love begins to need more care, the questions can feel overwhelming. Join us! A panel group, in conversational style will cover a number of questions about caring for our church family. This event is for anyone caring for an aging parent, loved one, or member of our church family on Wednesday, October 7 at 10 am at Shalom Manor & Gardens, Grimsby. Refreshments and lunch included. Register at shalommanor.ca/caring-for-our-church-family or contact Sheryl at 905.945.9631 x.1173, sbruggeling@shalommanor.ca.
We are delighted to announce much of the slate of Free to Be Faithful couses. Nine, six-week online seminars exploring how ancient faith meets the pressing questions of our time. Stay tuned as we continue to build ourour offerings throughout the year. More information and Registration for fall couses available at https://f2bf.icscanada.edu/f2bf-courses/
Family Outreach Ontario - Addiction to alcohol and/or drugs; how bad is it? Not that bad? Is “thatbad” 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. We are available to share our experience, strength and hope. Confidentiality guaranteed. 905-933-3994 or www.familyoutreachontario.com.
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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: Live as People of God's Unshakeable Kingdom - Hebrews showed us why we should remain faithful to Jesus and how to cultivate a faith that endures. Now, as Hebrews concludes, the author shows us how to live. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study Hebrews 12:4-13:25 to learn about God’s loving discipline, the unshakable kingdom we’ve received through Christ, and the everyday faithfulness that marks God’s people. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Check out this week’s kids’ devotion, “Let’s Celebrate” at www.kidscorner.net. The apostle Paul knew how to celebrate Jesus’ amazing love. In Philippians 4:4-13, Paul said he had learned to be happy with whatever he had because Jesus gave him the strength to handle anything, even while in prison. How will you celebrate Jesus’ love today? Check out the new Kids Corner Devotions app at https://kidscorner.net/app.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - It’s Grandparents’ Day today! Invite the Christian grandparents in your life (both official and honorary) to share stories of how God has worked in their lives. Making space for these stories honors the elders in your family and encourages younger family members in their walk with Jesus. 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.
Hearts Exchanged: A Learning Journey Towards Reconciliation - As a new ministry season begins, consider joining the upcoming Hearts Exchanged cohort to explore God’s call to reconciliation with Indigenous neighbours. Designed to help participants move beyond the headlines, this experience equips Reformed Christians to listen deeply, understand a shared history, and cultivate genuine friendships rooted in Christ's call to peacemaking (Colossians 1). Interested? Questions? hearts_exchanged@crcna.org
Let’s Walk: York University Campus Prayer Walk - Walk the paths at York University alongside Toronto CRC Campus Ministry chaplains. Meet students, hear stories from the ground, and pray over the everyday spaces where young people explore faith, identity, and belonging. Gathering starts at Friends of Nations Church in Toronto. Longtime supporters and newcomers alike are invited to walk, pray, and see where God is at work on campus. Join us Saturday, October 3, from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM. Register online: www.eventbrite.com/e/walk-with-us-york-university-crc-campus-ministry-tickets-1988849789258
Wisdom in the Age of AI Conference - How should Christians respond to Artificial Intelligence (AI) in church, education, business, healthcare, and the arts? The Wisdom in the Age of AI Conference will be held at Calvin University October 8-10 and features top keynote speakers and parallel sessions dealing with each of these topics. For more information and to register to join the conversation, visit: https://calvin.edu/wisdomAI
Moving Forward in Faith Conference Registration is Now Open! - Join us November 13-14 at King’s Christian Collegiate in Oakville for dynamic workshops and plenary sessions by keynote speaker Victor Ko (mosaicHouse CRC, Edmonton). 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 - resonateglobalmission.org/moving-forward-2026. Contact Cathy cfraser@crcna.org with any questions. We can't wait to see you there!
JOBS AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Shalom Evergreen Terrace is seeking a caring, organized, and experienced Property Manager to oversee the daily operation of our Christian non-profit Seniors’ Live Lease Community. Reporting to the Board of Directors, you will provided excellent service to residents while managing the proprerties operations and finances. Qualified applicants who value professionalism, compassion, and Christian service are invited to apply no later than September 15th. Please send aplications by email to Robert Heersink, Board Chair: info2@evergreenterrace.ca.
Are you looking for a career that serves others with heart and purpose? We invite you to join our growing community. We are actively hiring for positions at Shalom Manor & Gardens in Grimsby.
As we prepare for the exciting opening of Faithstone Manor & Gardens in mid-2027, we will be rolling out many new job opportunities over the coming months. Visit https://shalommanor.ca/get-involved/careers/ to view all current openings and to keep watch for future postings.
Niagara Christian Gleaners is an amazing, volunteer based ministry. We would like you to consider getting involved and to come and join our army of volunteers. The opportunities abound and every volunteer makes a difference as we prepare nutritious dehydrated food aid for those who are in need - all across the globe. We operate a modern food plant located in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula. To learn more please visit our website: www.niagaragleaners.org.
"The Ministry to Seafarers Vancouver is seeking applicants for the role of Port Chaplain, as our current chaplain moves towards retirement. The chaplain of the Ministry to Seafarers Vancouver (M2SV) serves and ministers to seafarers from around the world who work on ships visiting this port. The chaplain is a member of the Chaplaincy Team, a joint ministry of the Anglican (Mission to Seafarers), Roman Catholic (Stella Maris), and Christian Reformed (M2SV) denominations. This is a full-time position with a flexible working schedule (approved by board). The position will be open in Spring 2027, with some flexibility on timing. More info here: ministrytoseafarers.com. Full ad and job description here.