Online Bulletin
Offering for weeks 1 & 2 of September:
One of our special offerings this month supports our Denominational Shares: ReFrame Ministries (formerly Back to God hour). Their vision is that the lives and worldviews of all people around the globe will be transformed by God's gospel message. Relying on the guidance of the Holy Spirit, Reframe creates contextual media resources, such as the Today & Kid's Corner, that proclaim the gospel, disciple believers, and strengthens the church throughout the world in 10 major languages. This work takes place through their four core strategies: church rooted, major languages, context driven and relationship- focused. To learn about what our denominational ministry is doing, please visit ReFrame's website.
You are invited to donate through the offering plate or click here to give through Tithley (ReFrame Ministries)
* The Deacons now do two Special Offerings per month, ReFrame Ministries will run for the first two weeks, with Willoughby Church Benevolent Fund 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 September! *
Men's Bible Study: Would you be interested in joining a Men's bible study here at Willoughby?? Jake Lieuwen, is looking for any interest in starting a Men's bible study group in September, if you would like to join reach out to Jake and let him know!!! Contact Jake at, lieuwen@telus.net, or you can email Tamara at tamara@willoughbychurch.com as well.
Women's Connect Social: On Saturday, September 14th at 10:00am!! Come and join us for a morning of fun. We have a guest speaker from Fraser Valley Gleaners who will talk about this amazing charity. In addition we will be making a dehydrated soup mix to enjoy at home! This a free event but we will have a donation box and all proceeds will go to the work of the Gleaners. Sign-up sheets will be available in the lobby after the service! Please bring a friend! Hope to see you all there!!! Any questions please call Kim Purdy kim.purdy@outlook.com (604) 928-0307 or Nancy Ryvers nancyryvers@gmail.com (604) 418-4409
A Note of Gratitude: We are so grateful that your Church made Hope for Women their ministry spotlight in May! Thank you for sharing about this ministry with your Congregation, and for taking an offering for the Centre. I am pleased to report that your church raised $4,200.07, and province-wide, the campaign has brought in about $87,000 (and counting)! Again, please accept our heartfelt thank you for joining us in this campaign. You may never know the full extent of your impact on this side of Heaven, but I can promise you that your efforts are being put to immediate use to transform and save lives. Thank you for making LIFE a priority. Advokate - Hope for Women!
Blood Donor Clinic: We will be hosting a Blood Donor Clinic on Saturday, September 7th starting at 10am. If you are able, please join in saving lives together by donating blood. Appointments are necessary and can be booked at blood.ca
Thriving Essentials Overview - Online August 22 - Thriving Essentials is a training course for elders, deacons, church staff, and any volunteer ministry leader. This one-hour webinar will give you an overview of what the full course involves including discussions on four key concepts of Mission, Discipleship, Discernment, and Leadership. Sign up to attend this preview on August 22 (3PM EDT) and discern if the full course is right for your church: crcna.org/Essentials
GLORIA DEI CHORALE, a Christian Community Mixed Voice Choir, is excited to start singing again on September 9, 2024. We are also very excited to welcome our new director, Cathrie Yuen, from Trinity Western University and new pianist, Melody Chan. New and former members are invited to join the choir this fall. If you love to sing, you've come to the right place! We are especially interested in male voices, but welcome all who are eager to sing. Rehearsals are at 7:15 pm on Monday nights at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church: 8255 - 13th Ave, Burnaby. Contact Tina 604-588-6377 or Elaine at 604-271-0283 for more information. http://www.gloriadeichorale.com/
1Life 2024-2025 Bible Reading Cohorts - Ready to get involved with God through the pages of the Old Testament? To bring a cohort to your church or join one on-line or in-person, go to: crc1life.ca. Let purposeful, passionate, contextual Bible reading deepen your friendship with God and others this year.
Garden Sharing Table: Summer 2024 - This is the time of year when home vegetable gardens areproducing 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.
You are making a difference! On behalf of the ministries of the Christian Reformed Church in North America, thank you for your gifts to ministry shares. Your support enables congregations to do so much more to further God's Kingdom than any one church could do alone. Our denomination could not impact the world through missions, media, and church development without your incredible and faithful support. Thank you! To discover more visit crcna.org/ministryshares.
Mark your calendars! Coffee Break A Bible Study for women of all ages and stages of life. With Story Hour and nursery care for children, ages 0-5, is ready to begin a new season! We are inviting YOU to come to our fellowship, refreshments and Registration morning at Langley Immanuel Church (21713-50 Avenue, Langley) On Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Doors open at 9:15 a.m. Questions? Email Elsa at CoffeeBreak@licrc.ca We are beginning our study this season with a book, Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin: How to STUDY the BIBLE with both OUR HEARTS and OUR MINDS. We look forward to meeting with YOU!
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.
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
- September 3 Murrayville/WC Blair Playground (playground, splash park) 22200 Fraser Hwy, Langley
- September 10 Brydon Park (playground) 198 Street & 53 Avenue, Langley
Hearts Exchanged - There are opportunities this fall for individuals as well as churches to be equipped to go beyond the headlines into deep work that wrestles with how our churches can become places of belonging and embrace God’s call to reconciliation with Indigenous neighbours. Hear from others' experiences of this program and get full details at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece (March 28 - April 8, 2025): Travel by motor coach (7 days) and cruise ship (3 days) to sites connected with Paul’s second and third missionary journeys, as well as visit other major sites of biblical, archaeological, and cultural interest. Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading Pauline scholar, hosts this inspirational tour. For more information, contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or weimje@calvinseminary.edu.
Deacon Training Available - Being a deacon is an exciting opportunity to lead church members to share Christ’s love and mercy with those both inside and outside of their church walls. Since 2001, Diaconal Ministries Canada has provided relevant and practical training and resources to deacons to support them in their role. Through the generous support of Canadian CRC churches, Diaconal Ministries offers a national network of Diaconal Coaches and regional staff, as well as our NewGround Program (formerly Operation Manna) which helps churches love their communities. Visit our website and contact us today - www.diaconalministries.com. We are here to help!
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!!!
1Life September 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 September 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:
Church in Community: Following God’s Lead Westmount Christian Reformed Church in Strathroy, Ont., was nearly 60 years old when it decided to make a big change.
The Network: Accessible Roundtables Join Thrive’s October webinar to learn and share about making our churches accessible for all.
The Banner: Now Hiring Peacemakers: Apply Today! Read the third-place winner of The Banner’s 2024 Young Adult Writing Contest on the topic of peacemaking.
Groundwork: Dramatic Messages From God - God repeatedly gives the prophet Ezekiel both a verbal message and instructions on how to also convey that message visually. Join Groundwork as we study Ezekiel 4-7 and 12 to witness God’s heartbreak, his deep love for his people, and his great effort to get their attention. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Labour Day marks the beginning of a new season of school, church life, and work. As you engage in new and familiar activities this week, reflect on where you see God at work. Where have you witnessed love in action? Where have you seen people who are sad and lonely being befriended, those who are in need receiving help, and those who are excluded included? Make a list of the ways you see God at work in your life and in the lives of the people around you, and give thanks to God for God’s ongoing love for the world. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Job Posting:
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR POSITION AVAILABLE: Cascade Christian Counselling Association is looking to fill a part-time position, two days a week beginning immediately at their Surrey office. Hours of work day coincides with school hours (6 hours). Looking for someone with initiative, good people skills, computer skills (excel, word, data entry, website updates, adobe InDesign). Please email resume to: info@cascadechristiancounselling.com
Job Opening: Training & DEIB Manager - Develop and implement a learning and development program for all denominational staff with key emphasis on enhanced skills, knowledge and overall professional development. A variety of formats or methods will be leveraged including utilizing the Learning Management System platform. Apply by September 13 at crcna.pinpointhq.com
The Banner: The September 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