Online Bulletin
June Special Offering: This month our Special Offering is for The King’s University, located in Edmonton, Alberta. It offers exceptional liberal arts education from a Christian perspective and serves students from across Canada and around the world. They believe that the world is studied best from the knowledge that it was created and belongs to God. Being founded in the Christian faith, they try to reflect Christ’s love and grace to all members of their community, leaving students prepared for a future of bringing renewal and reconciliation in every walk of life.
Summer Student Position: Willoughby Church is inviting applications for a summer student staff position. The successful applicant will assist with planning summer activities for kids. (Flexible schedule: 6 - 8 weeks max. - 20 - 25 hrs per week - June 26 through August 2023.) Eligible candidates must be 16 and older. The deadline for applications is June 15, 2023. For more information or to submit a resume contact Pastor Liz at childrens@willoughbychurch.com
Willoughby Church Connect: You are invited to a Church Connect Event from, Friday, June 23, 5 pm – Sunday, June 25 ending with pancake breakfast for everyone and anyone who comes on Sunday morning at 9 am. Come with your camping gear and park on the parking lot or pitch your tent in the back lawn area. For more information, check out the event on our website.
Indigenous Ministry: Hearts Exchanged: This Fall - Hearts Exchanged is a learning and action journey designed to equip Reformed Christians to engage with Indigneous people as neighbours. It's a great way to learn more about the history of Canada. You can participate in a cohort with people from your area! Read more and express your interest today: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
Blood Donor Clinic: This month we will be hosting two Blood Donor Clinics on Tuesday, June 6th & Tuesday, 13th starting at 1pm. If you are able, please join in saving lives together by donating blood. Appointments are necessary and can be booked at blood.ca.
Langley Food Bank Donations: The Deacons have set up a permanent basket in the lobby for Food Bank Donations, you can bring in canned goods, personal items, baby items or dry goods at anytime the church office is open or on Sunday mornings. Thanks for continuing to support this great cause!
Church Benches: You may have realized this past Sunday, we have moved some of the church pews to create better leg room in the aisles. As a result there are some benches that were removed and now need a good home! If you are interested in one or more of the extra benches, please reach out to Tamara at tamara@willoughbychurch.com for your request!
Youth Group (Grades 8-12): As we are coming to the end of the season for Youth Group, here is the final schedule:
- May 21 Long weekend NO YOUTH
- May 28 Youth Dinner 5 to 7pm
- June 4 Bible Study at Willoughby with Joanna & Will 7-830pm
- June 11 Wrap up Pool Party more details to follow
Volunteers Needed: Do you want to serve?? We need volunteers for all areas of the church. If you are interested in being involved in any way including on tech teams, greeting, or in hospitality. Please see Tamara or email tamara@willoughbychurch.com, thanks!!
Faith & Family Night: Willoughby Church has been invited to particpate in the Faith & Family night at the Langley Events Centre with the Vancouver Bandits Basketball Team on Friday, July 14th at 7:30pm. Doors open at 6:00pm and there will be a half time sock toss, post game faith based player Q/A, as well as a mini concert series. Tickets are $15.00 or $12.50 if we have a group of 20 or more! If you are interested in attending, please email Tamara Wevers by June 27th at tamara@willoughbychurch.com to sign up.
Cascade Family Bible Camp – July 6-10 – Warm Beach Camp, near Stanwood, WA. Singles, couples, families and seniors - fellowship and worship together in a beautiful setting, enjoy dynamic speakers to challenge and refresh your daily walk; camp with your tent or RV, or choose from a variety of lodging accommodations with meals included. Swimming, mini golf, tennis & basketball courts, volleyball, bocce, rockets, and so much more! Childcare and fun programs for your kids preschool through post-high! Register online: Cascade Family Bible Camp - Home or contact rona718@hotmail.com, dean@lithocraft.com if you have questions. ‘First Timer’ discounts also available for those who haven’t attended in the past!
1Life June Newsletter: 1Life exists to curate a curriculum of resources that equips individuals and congregations to become increasingly whole-hearted, vibrant communities of Christian worship, discipling & mission. Click here for the June newsletter.
Do Justice - Justice Prayers: Do Justice is a conversation space for justice in the Christian Reformed Church, from the Office of Social Justice. Justice Prayers is a weekly post addressing justice issues from around the world. Click here to pray and read more!
CRC NEWS:
National Gathering: “The idea that we can have good relationships with each other is what this weekend is all about,” said Adrian Jacobs. Read more here: Polishing the Chain
National Gathering: “To meet on the level of exchanging hearts is where the gospel lives,” said Rev. Dr. Raymond Aldred. Read more here: A Journey to the Heart
Banner: The most important command in the Bible, according to Jesus, begins with the charge to listen up (Deut. 6:4). Read more here: Becoming a Listener
Groundwork: God Cares and Will Provide; Trust Him - Our Creator God cares for us and promises in Scripture to provide for our needs. Join Groundwork as we study Nehemiah 9:6, Psalm 145:15-16, Matthew 6:25-34, and Philippians 4:10-13 to learn about God’s providence. Together we’ll discuss what believing these promises looks like in how we pray and live both in times of need and times of plenty. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Job Postings:
Worship Director: Nelson Ave Community Church (Burnaby, BC) seeks a part-time (16 hours/week) Worship/Music Director. The successful candidate will be a mature Christian with a servant heart, gifts in worship ministry, able to work collaboratively with others, and good leadership and administrative skills. Nelson Ave Community is a vital, small church in the Metrotown area of Burnaby, with roots in the Reformed tradition - CRCNA. We have a diverse weekly gathering of attendees and long-time members of various nationalities and all ages. The worship services blend traditional and contemporary aspects with a value placed on music and the arts. Job description and compensation package are available upon request at office@nacchurch.org. If applying, please send a cover letter and resume.
Worship Coordinator: Living Hope Christian Reformed Church in Abbotsford, B.C., is looking for a Part-Time Worship Coordinator - Find all the details here
Donations:
Bethesda's Lend a Hand campaign raises funds to provide practical and much-needed support to people with diverse abilities and their families in communities across BC. Please consider a gift of partnership with Bethesda by June 11. Watch our Why Donate video. Visit Webpage to learn more.
3 ways to donate:
- Mail your cheque to 2775 Emerson St, Abbotsford, V2T 4H8
- Donate online
- Or, if you live in the area, feel free to drop off your donation
If you have questions, please email life@BethesdaBC.com or phone us at 604-850-6604 (locally) or toll-free at 1-866-455-2231.
The Banner: The June 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
Today Devotion Books: The Today booklets are available at the church.
Contact for Online Bulletin: If you have anything to add to the bulletin, please email info@willoughbychurch.com
Contact Council: If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email the council at council@willoughbychurch.com