Online Bulletin
Please join World Renew for Canadian Foodgrains Bank Sunday, March 13, 2022 - In 2020, conflict was the primary driver of hunger for over 99 million people in 23 countries. As a member of Canadian Foodgrains Bank, World Renew responds to the food needs of people around the world who have been impacted by conflict, disaster, and food insecurity, and works to find long-term solutions to end global hunger. Through your gifts today you can share hope with people around the world struggling with hunger. Your gifts will be matched up to 4X by Canadian Foodgrains Bank. To donate, call 1-888-WRLD-RNW or go online to: worldrenew.ca/food
Share God’s Hope with People Impacted by the Ukraine Conflict - The reports of food and medical supply shortages, disruptions in water services, and families being torn apart following the escalation in hostilities in Ukraine have caused deep global concern. Millions are displaced within Ukraine and over 1.5 million people have fled to neighbouring countries as refugees. The growing need is heartbreaking, but you can share hope with people impacted by this crisis. World Renew is joining with the Humanitarian Coalition, through its membership in Canadian Foodgrains Bank, to raise funds for this crisis. We are also supporting fellow Integral Alliance members as they work with on-ground partners in the region. Your gift, through World Renew, will give temporary shelter, emergency non-food items, such as blankets and hygiene items, and much-needed health support to people left vulnerable by this conflict. To donate go to: worldrenew.ca/ukraine-response
The #MeToo Reckoning Webinar - Wednesday, March 30, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm PST - Join Rev. Ruth Everhart as she discusses her book The #MeToo Reckoning. Through powerful storytelling & insightful scriptural analysis Ruth will show us how we got to where we are and why abuse matters, as well as offer churches a needed way forward and a more biblical practice of justice for victims. Register here: bit.ly/3pNlLFW
The Messy Reformation: We love the Christian Reformed Church; we want to see reformation in our denomination; and we recognize that reformation is typically messy. So, we’re having conversations with pastors throughout the CRC about what reformation might look like. Or former Pastor Ed Gerber recently did a podcast with them. Click here for Part 1 & Part 2.
Coffee Break - a Bible Study for women of all ages and stages of life and Story Hour for children, ages 3-5 continues at Langley Immanuel Church every Tuesday, pausing for Spring Break March 15 & 22. Nursery care is available for the little ones. We are beginning a new study from Gospel In Life - “Praying with the Psalms”. Please join us. Our doors will be open at 9:15 A.M. For more details please connect with Elsa at coffeebreak@licrc.ca or Denise at coffeebreak@willoughby.com
Focus on the Cross - Lent is a season to focus on the hope of Jesus Christ. Receive a free Today devotional email series to help you refresh, refocus, and renew your faith during Lent. Or download the ebook! Subscribe at todaydevotional.com/lent.
Navigating Refugee Support Discerningly - Monday, March 21, 7:00-8:30PM - Direct your congregation’s refugee support discerningly by learning more of the Biblical WHY of refugee support paired with on-the-ground HOW in order to help you more confidently discern WHO. Dena Nicolai (Refugee Support Mobilizer/World Renew Program Associate for Refugee Sponsorship & Resettlement) along with Brian Woudstra (Refugee Support, Fleetwood CRC) and other local support team members will be presenting in this panel discussion. Register here: https://bit.ly/3gZcnu1
Come and Be Inspired - We can all use some inspiration and togetherness. Registration is now open for Inspire 2022! Gather with us in the Chicago area on August 4-6 for a time of worship, learning, and fellowship. Register now to get the early bird rate; bring a group of more than 5 from the same church and get a further $15 off! Full refunds are available until June 30; after that, you can transfer the registration within your church. Learn more and sign up at crcna.org/inspire
Launch of Thriving Essentials - Thriving Essentials is a new course for elders, deacons, church staff, and any volunteer ministry leader. These four, one-hour sessions are offered on Zoom and cover key ideas about mission, discipleship, discernment, and leadership. New groups start every month. Learn more and register now at crcna.org/thrive
Groundwork: The Curse of the Cross - We were rightly cursed by God for our failure to keep his covenant. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study Deuteronomy 28:1-19, Deuteronomy 21:22-23, Galatians 3:10-14, 2 Corinthians 5:21, and Isaiah 53:4-11 to better understand the cursed nature of the cross and discuss the implications of this curse and Jesus’ death under it for our lives of faith today. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
At-home Faith Practice Reflection Tip - Reflection and Discussion Starter—the Practice of Listening: Read Psalm 116:1-2 and ponder or discuss the following questions. Do you truly believe—with your heart as well as your head—that God listens to you? How, when, and where do you speak to and listen to God? How might you increasingly become someone who “inclines your ear” to others? (For more on faith practices from Faith Formation Ministries, visit bit.ly/FaithPracticesProject)
New resource from Faith Formation Ministries! - Faith Practices is an entry-level introduction to some of the practical “spiritual disciplines” that Christians throughout the centuries have used to draw closer to God. This booklet is a great starting place for individuals or small groups who would like to become more aware of and sensitive to God’s voice in their everyday lives. Included are resources (such as lectio divina passages, journaling prompts, and creative action ideas) for exploring twelve faith practices. Visit crcna.org/faithformation to learn more!
Here are the current song selections for this Sunday's service, please feel free to familiarize yourself with the music ahead of time by clicking on each song below. * Please note that adjustments may be made prior to Sunday morning.
The Banner: The March edition of the Banner is now available at the church. You can also access a copy online at The Banner. To support the Banner's ongoing journalistic ministry, consider making a donation. www.theBanner.org/Donate
Get The Banner Straight to Your Inbox - The Banner, the magazine of the CRC, will send you news, features, and columns straight to your email inbox! Sign up for the weekly e-newsletter by visiting thebanner.org/signup.
Today Devotion Books: The Today booklets are available at the church.
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Contact Council: If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email the council at council@willoughbychurch.com