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August Special Offering Weeks 1&2: The first special offering for the month of August is for Regent College, located in Vancouver. Founded in 1968, Regent College is an inter-denominational graduate school of theology that is well-known for its rigorous academics and solid evangelical teaching. Regent welcomes students from all over the globe—currently from over 40 countries and more than 30 denominations. 

As one of our local theological schools that is doing good work in training ministry and lay leaders alike—including many of our local CRC pastors—this is a wonderful opportunity to give back to an institution that has given so much to the Christian community in the greater Vancouver area.

If you have any questions about Regent College, please feel free to contact Pastor Jenna.  She is a Regent College graduate and currently sits on the Regent College Board of Directors.

 You are invited to donate through the offering plate or click here to give through Tithley (Regent College)

* The Deacons now do two Special Offerings per month, the Regent College will run for the first two weeks, with Resonate - Umran's & Vandekamp for weeks 3&4.  You are invited to give to either or both offerings as they will both be available on tithe.ly for the whole month of August! *

Family Fun Event!!: We are hosting a family fun event on Saturday, August 24th on the front lawn of the church.  You are invited to bring your kids, grandkids, friends, and neighbours. The event will be drop-in style from 9:30am to 11:30am with many fun activities and snacks to enjoy.  There will be: Popcorn, Juice boxes, A bouncy castle, Face painting, Music, Crafts, Ring toss, Chalk...and more!

Make sure to put this event on your calendars, invite your friends, family, and neighbours, and join us for the fun!! 

Garden Sharing Table: Summer 2024 - This is the time of year when home vegetable gardens are beginning to produce vegetables ready for picking. Many of us tend to gardens that produce more than we can eat ourselves. If you have extras, you are invited to bring them on Sundays to our Garden Sharing Table located in the front hallway of the church. We will continue the sharing table through the summer months.

WCRC Library: Did you know Willoughby Church has a library? Find the 'Willoughby Faith Formation Library' through the offices or look online on our website! Whether you are looking for a devotional or a book on reflection, there are books available for all ages. This resource is open during office hours and after the Sunday service. For inquiries, email Natalie at natalie@willoughbychurch.com.

Worship Night: Fleetwood Christian Reformed Church is hosting a night of sung worship on Thursday, August 8. Led by members of our youth and young adult groups, this evening will be a mix of familiar and new songs of praise and prayer. Open to all! We’ll be meeting at 7 PM in our sanctuary at 9165 160 Street, Surrey. We’d love to have you join us!

Resonate Global Mission: Dear friends at Willoughby Christian Reformed Church,  Thank you for joining God’s story of transforming lives through your partnership with Resonate!  Your church’s gifts and prayers equip your missionaries, church planters, and campus ministers with the resources they need to flourish. Together with you, we work to encourage them, equip them, and send them to live and share the gospel to the ends of the earth.  It’s only through working together that we can faithfully proclaim and live out the hope that Jesus provides. You are a vital partner in growing God’s Kingdom—and your church’s faithful giving is helping to fuel ministry happening both at home and overseas.  Thank you for empowering leaders to share the gospel to the ends of the earth! And thank you for all you do to shine the light of Christ—in your own church, and through your support of your Resonate missionaries and ministry leaders.  We couldn’t do it without your partnership and support!  In Christ,  Kevin DeRaaf, Director of Resonate Global Mission

Henri Nouwen Society: Spend time every day being encouraged to grow spiritually.  Sign up today to receive free daily meditation emails from the Henri Nouwen Society: www.henrinouwen.org. 

Start your crafting!!: On Saturday, November 9, from 10 am-4 pm Immanuel CRC will host a Christmas Craft and Bake Fair. We invite all crafters to reserve a spot. The cost is $50 for one 8x6 area. For information, please contact Miriam deWinter at mbdewinter@gmail.com.

The Coffee Break ministry would like to make note of the Summer Park Schedule. Every Tuesday at 9:30 am we meet in parks around Langley! You are welcome to invite a friend and join those who meet each week. The upcoming Dates and Parks are below! Check with Denise for more info/questions at 778-386-4944

  • August 6 LEC/Willoughby Community Park (playground, splash park) 7888 200 Street, Langley
  • August 13 Al Anderson/Dinosaur Park (playground, splash park) 4949 207 Street, Langley
  • August 20 Nicholas Park (playground, splash park, sport court) 5055 209A Street, Langley
  • August 27 Williams Park (playground, trails) 238 Street & 68 Avenue, Langley

A Rocha - Adult Day Camp: Friday, August 9 Save the date! We are hosting a one day Adult Day Camp! Summer camp isn't just for kids anymore - experience the wide array of A Rocha programs including farm-to-table cooking, farm crafts, a guided forest walk, and more. You won't want to miss this!

Neglected Crisis: Help Change the Forgotten Stories - Your church has probably been moved to give when the media has focused on the impacts of disaster or conflict. But what happens after the cameras leave? World Renew and our Christian partners continue to help communities in countries like South Sudan, Ethiopia, and Madagascar, where extreme weather challenges or ongoing conflict can keep families in a state of hopelessness. As a member of the Integral Alliance, World Renew is working to draw attention to neglected crises. Your gift can help World Renew continue to work to share Christ’s hope with communities forgotten by the media. To learn more, visit: worldrenew.ca/globalfoodcrisis

World Renew Malawi and Zambia Discovery Tour - Two countries, one trip! Embark on a journey across Southern Africa from November 8-17, 2024 as World Renew unveils the inspiring work in both Malawi and Zambia. This exclusive opportunity invites you to immerse yourself in the rich cultures and breathtaking landscapes of these nations while witnessing the transformative impact of World Renew's initiatives. Delve into the heart of our programs, build connections with our dedicated partners, and experience firsthand the profound change taking root in these communities, by the power of God. For more information and for registration, visit: https://bit.ly/mztour2024

We're excited to invite you to "Listen Up!" workshop, an event that Telecare Crisis & Caring Line has proudly offered for over seven years. Join us on September 28, 2024, for an engaging morning dedicated to the skill of active empathetic listening. Time: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM, Location: Columbia Bible College, Abbotsford (Clearwood Room, Student Centre), Cost: $25 (includes continental breakfast and materials). Join us and elevate your impact in your community and the lives of those you help. Click here to register!!!

The Banner Challenge! - This year The Banner has been tasked with a faith challenge to be almost fully reader supported in three years with no more reliance on ministry shares. This step of faith will benefit the other agencies of the CRC (like ReFrame, Resonate, Thrive, etc.) since every ministry share dollar The Banner doesn’t use will flow to one of them. Are you up to undertake this faith challenge with us? We need you now more than ever! Please donate now at TheBanner.org/Give

Telecare Crisis & Caring Line seeks people with big hearts and great listening skills to join our volunteer team of call responders. We attempt to be the heart and compassion of Jesus to people struggling with diverse mental, relational, and spiritual issues.  Interested? Go to telecarebc.com/volunteer-2

“Are you feeling Stressed? Overwhelmed? Struggling in relationships?" We at Cascade Christian Counselling are here to offer you the support you are looking for. One of our nine Registered Clinical Counsellors are available to meet with you either in person or online. We have offices in Surrey and Abbotsford. For further information on our services please visit our website at: www.cascadechristiancounselling.com or call our office in Surrey @ 604-585-1411 or Abbotsford @ 604-854-5413.

1Life August Newsletter: 1Life exists to curate a curriculum of resources that equips individuals and congregations to become increasingly whole-hearted, vibrant communities of Christian worship, discipline & mission. Click here for the August 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:

Synod 2024: FAQs Available Frequently asked questions about the decisions of Synod 2024 have been gathered and answered in a new resource for the denomination.

Mercy & Justice: Every Square Inch in Roosevelt Park God is active and at work everywhere. We need to join God and get busy doing divine work in a secular world.

Global Mission: Missional Community Meets a Public School God is using a relationship with a public school to bring kingdom transformation throughout an Ontario neighborhood.

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.

Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Look for service opportunities that allow you to serve “with” people in need, rather than doing things “to” or “for” them. And always remember to look for things you can learn from people you serve. Learn more at crcna.org/FaithPracticesProject

Job Posting:

Open Position: Stated Clerk, Classis BC South-East: At the end of October BC South-East will need a new stated clerk. The current clerk will complete his second term at that time and will not continue in the role. The position involves preparation of agendas for classis and the Classis Ministry Committee, taking minutes at the meetings, record keeping, as well as communications with churches and denominational offices in Burlington and Grand Rapids. The position will time you to to gifted people and interesting across the classis and denomination. If you have an interest, feel free to contact the current clerk Len Batterink (statedclerk.bcse@gmail.com) for more information. If needed, a transitional training period is available. 

Director of Preteens & Youth Ministry: Willoughby Christian Reformed Church in Langley is seeking to hire a Director of Preteens & Youth Ministry for 25-30 hrs per week. 

Position available – The Director of Preteens & Youth Ministries at Willoughby Church is called to be an exemplar and spiritual leader who will help to inspire the WCRC young people to grow in the grace and
knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. The Director will focus on nurturing the faith of our preteens (grades 4-7) and youth (grades 8-12), seeking to support them in developing their love for Jesus and for others. S/he will seek to build relationships and ensure that the ministries are functioning optimally with an
intentionality towards discipleship. S/he will cast a vision for the ministries, be present in the
lives of the young people in their various contexts, and work to provide a place where young
people feel they can belong, connect, and grow in their discipleship with Jesus.

To apply please contact info@willoughbychurch.com or (604) 530-5959 for more information.

A full job description for this position is available by clicking here.

The Banner: The July/August 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 donating. 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