Online Bulletin
Offering for weeks 3 & 4 of November:
The special offering for the last weeks in November is for the Ministry to Seafarers which is a ministry dedicated to enhancing the lives of Seafarers regardless of race, religion, gender, or rank. Through ship visiting advocacy, hospitality showing and sharing Jesus's love by caring for their physical, emotional, spiritual, and justice needs. Gary Roosma is currently serving as the chaplain for the Port of Vancouver, which not only involves visiting cargo ships in port, but also serving seafarers in the ministry centres.
For nearly 5 decades the Ministry to Seafarers has received its primary financial support from the 2 BC Classes, with added support from individuals and some additional offerings from individual churches throughout Western Canada. Over the next couple of years this situation will be changing, as the classes restructure their finances. Therefore, if this ministry is to continue, we will need a dramatic increase in the number of offerings received from churches, so please consider giving to this special offering.
* The Deacons do two Special Offerings per month, World Renew - World Hunger will run for the first two weeks, with the Ministry to Seafarers 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 November! *
Tuesday's Bible Study: This Tuesday, November 19th we will be meeting at 2:00pm in the prayer room to read and reflect on James 3. All are welcome to join!!! Any questions, call or email Pat Storteboom.
Potluck: We will be getting together as a church and community for a potluck lunch on Sunday, November 17th after the church service. It will be a time to celebrate Pastor Jenna as she heads off on maternity leave and bless the family with the coming of baby #2!! The theme for our potluck is "Soup & Buns". Please bring your favorite Soup or Buns to share!!! There is a sign up sheet below for what you will be bringing! Dessert, coffee & juice will be provided by the Church. See you all there! Any questions, please reach out to Tamara at tamara@willoughbychurch.com
Seniors: We invite all seniors to join us on Thursday November 21st at 10:00am, here at the church. Our focus will be on Remembrance Day with some speakers sharing their memories of World War 2. Please join us, anyone is welcome! Hope to see you all there!!!!
Youth: Join us on Sunday evenings at 6:30pm for faith, devotion and fun!!! Youth is for children in grades 8-12 and they meet every Sunday evening here at Willoughby.
Here is the activities for the month of November:
- November 3rd - Bible Study @ Willoughby
- November 10th - NO Youth - enjoy your long weekend!
- November 17th - Bake Night with Jamie-Lynn @ 5-7pm
- November 24th - EXTREME AIR PARK (6-8pm) meet at 9499 198 Street Langley ($10 admissions fee)
Thanks, Christian & Joanna
Women’s Connect: Saturday, November 30, 10:00am-12:00pm. Join us as we kick the Christmas Season off with Christmas around the World, sharing Christmas traditions from our homelands. Invite someone to join us and help us get into the festivities! Back by popular demand, White Elephant Game, bring a wrapped gently used item in good condition that you have at home and no longer need. (We don’t want you to go out and purchase something) Remember it must be wrapped! We are looking forward to a morning of fun as we enjoy each other’s company. Sign up table in the foyer after the service. Any Questions contact, Kim (604) 928-0307 or Marlene (604) 312-4463
Come down to The Oasis at Elim Village on Saturday, November 16th from 10am - 3pm for an Artisan Christmas Market. There will be lots of vendors, with some new ones as well! Santa & Mrs.Claus will be there from 12-3pm for photos and cookie decorating, with something for everyone!!
LANGLEY FOOD BANK HOLIDAY SMILE COOKIE Fundraiser: The Langley Food Bank has been chosen as a Charity for the Tim Horton’s Holiday Smile Cookie Program! Smile Cookie Week is November 18th to November 24th.All profits from cookies sold during this week go to charities! The Langley Food Bank will receive half and Tim Horton’s Kids Camp will receive half. We are Partnering with these 4 Tim Horton’s Locations in Langley!
~ 20270 Logan Ave, Langley, BC V3A 4L6 ~
~ 20300 Douglas Crescent, Langley, BC V3A 5N6 ~
~ 6036 Glover Road, Langley, BC V2Y 2P3 ~
~ #200 - 20020 Willowbrook Dr, Langley, BC V2Y 2T4 ~
Help support your local Food Bank and Tim Horton’s Kids Camp while enjoying some yummy Cookies at the same time! You can pre order for family or events by clicking the here!!
The Journey of Peace – An evening for Advent. You are invited to New Life Church on Friday, December 6, 2024 at 7:00pm for a presentation of the Peace & Reconciliation Network. We are living in a time of great disruption in our world, which we feel locally, and witness across our world. Dr. Salim Munayer will offer the feature presentation. He is an Israeli citizen and a Palestinian Christian with thirty years of experience in reconciliation work in the Middle East. His perspectives and lived experience will invite us to think, pray and respond with Christ’s love and care in the face of injustice and turmoil. The evening will also include an Advent reflection featuring Bolivian artist Daniela Amestegui. Click here to RSVP.
Let's Talk About It! Online Conversation Group - Christian Courier Conversation Group: What’s pulling us apart these days? What’s drawing us together? Join long-time university chaplains Neil & Virginia Lettinga for stimulating conversation engaging with the November 2024 issue of Christian Courier. Monday, November 18 at 7 p.m. For more info and Zoom link, contact nvletting@yahoo.ca
Regent College: Public Lecture - Ben Quash | Shared Delight: Art as Common Ground, Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 at 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Theologian Ben Quash (King's College London) will present on "Shared Delight: Art as Common Ground," discussing how artistic expression can help bridge religious and ideological divides. Join us at 7 pm at UBC's Sage Bistro to hear from a leading scholar in theology and the arts. This lecture is free and open to anyone interested in the arts and human identity. To learn more, click here!
Diaconal Ministries Canada AGM - This year's AGM will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024, at 8:00pm EST. The meeting will be held online via Zoom in order to increase accessibility and reach a broader audience. Our Annual General Meeting is a time to review the mission and mandate of Diaconal Ministries and how we work with deacons and churches across Canada. This includes reviewing our Annual Report and Audited Financial Statements from the previous fiscal year, presenting our new budget, and also hearing from Ms. Anja Attema who will briefly share about equipping deacons in the area of benevolence. There will be some time for questions and/or open discussion. All meeting materials are posted on our website: diaconalministries.com/agm/. PLAN TO ATTEND AND REGISTER TODAY!
As we celebrate our 70th anniversary, the Gloria Dei Chorale, under the direction of Cathrie Yuen, proudly presents our fall concert, Resound! Join us for an evening of inspiring music in a variety of genres, as we reaffirm our vision as a Christian choir and explore our purpose in music-making. The program features works by Purcell, Duruflé, Powell, and Gimon. Don’t miss this special event! Saturday, November 23 at 7:00 pm at New Westminster Christian Reformed Church, 8255 – 13th Ave, Burnaby, BC. Tickets: $25, 10 and Under: Free, available from members, at the door and on Eventbrite.ca. Contact Tina at 604-588-6377 or Elaine at 604-271-0283 for more information.
Songs, Strings & Steps presents "Celebrate Christmas!" featuring Calvin Dyck, Festive Brass, Ken Lavigne (tenor) and the Abbotsford Youth Orchestra! Don't miss out on this annual community favourite happening Dec 6th & 7th in Abbotsford at Central Heights Church. Ticket link: www.calvindyck.com/concerts If you have trouble with online ticket purchasing, please email sssevents123@gmail.com.
Chaplaincy Sunday - Today churches throughout the CRCNA take time to pray for and encourage the frontline work of chaplains. Thrive endorses, trains, advocates, and provides care for these specialized ministers and pastors as they serve in institutional settings. Support this essential and exciting ministry focus of Thrive by giving at: crcna.org/Chaplaincy/Donate
Support Resources for Multicultural Churches - As we roadtrip across Canada towards Giving Tuesday we can see how Canada is growing increasingly diverse. The church is at a pivotal moment. According to Statistics Canada, by 2041, one out of two Canadians will be a person of colour. To prepare for this future, the Christian Reformed Church has been equipping churches to bear fruit in this context through the Canadian Intercultural Ministry. Join us on this journey and donate at: crcna.org/canada/giving-tuesday
A Unique Mission Trip for Teenagers - Join a group of teenagers from multiple countries on a trip across three Central American countries (Costa Rica, El Salvador, and Guatemala) to learn more about these countries' histories and learn how local ministry leaders are working to meet the needs of communities in difficult realities. This is a great opportunity to grow in your faith and understanding of mission! Learn more and apply online at www.resonateglobalmission.org/encounter
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Turkey & the Seven Churches of Revelation (May 27 - June 8, 2025): Visit ancient sites connected with Paul’s First, Second, and Third Missionary Journeys as well as the seven churches to whom John wrote the Book of Revelation. Join Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading biblical scholar, for this inspirational biblical tour. Contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or weimje@calvinseminary.edu.
1Life November 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 November 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:
Diversity & Unity: New Leaders Hired Sebastian Maldonado and Jeremiah Bašurić have been appointed to share the position of senior leader for Intercultural Ministry in Canada.
The Network: Reflections on The Word Reflecting on Proverbs, I began to see the biblical text through Solomon’s eyes.
The Banner: 5 Program Ideas That Will Encourage Dialogue Be honest. Do you prefer light topics when talking with your fellow church attenders?
Groundwork: The Day of the Lord - Have you ever wondered what will happen when Christ returns? Join our Groundwork conversation as we study 2 Peter 3 to reflect on God’s divine timing and patience, and learn from Peter what we should expect and how we can live holy, purposeful lives in light of the coming Day of the Lord. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Advent begins on December 1. How will you celebrate the season of Advent this year? Whether you light an Advent wreath at home each week, use a Jesse Tree devotional guide, or follow a daily Advent calendar—there are lots of ways to prepare your heart for the celebration of Christ’s coming at Christmastime. Gather any supplies you’ll need, and check out the helpful ideas in this post: bit.ly/ThriveAdventResources. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
The Banner: The November 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