Hello Church!
This has been a hectic week at the church, lots going on! With the kids from Youth Camp running around and a lot of things going on otherwise, I have been able to reflect on how great it is to have a team of people serving at Redeemer to help carry the load of ministry. Aside from the staff, we have our Elders who do so much “behind the scenes” as well as a number of volunteers serving in various capacities to ensure that we can offer Sunday Services, camps, studies, gatherings and do some of the basic sort of “Stuff” that we have to do to keep the church operating. Join me in praying for those who serve us all so loyally and even joyfully!
As we enter into a new ministry season in the Fall, we will be ramping up some ministry initiatives and are looking to have more people join us in service. If you call Redeemer home, I would like you to consider how you can serve this September and beyond. With our church adding some young families, we will need to have a strong team of people join our Children’s Ministry team. We also are calling all musicians to put their gifts to work on our worship team. We also need more greeters, and people with the gift of hospitality to join us as well. In a nutshell – we need people.
Thank you for all your prayers for our staff and volunteers serving the kids attending Camp Makhaseh this week! The kids are having a great time, and the volunteers have lots of energy (or at least they look like they do)! See you Sunday!
In Christ,
Pastor Carl
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JOIN US IN PERSON OR ONLINE THIS SUNDAY MORNING, AUGUST 8 as Pastor Carl continues the series "The Parables of Jesus" with the message entitled "Bridesmaids: Waiting for the Wedding" from Matthew 25:1-13.
Join us at 10:00 in person or on Facebook as we learn and grow together! The service will also be posted to our website later in the day as well.
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN for church this Sunday, August 1 at 10:00 am. Please click here or on the 'Registration' graphic above to register for the service. If you are unable to attend in person, please watch us LIVE on Facebook!
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HEY REDEEMER KIDS AND FAMILIES! Don't forget to check out your Bible Story videos for this week and follow up resources for parents.
Visit redeemerbible.ca/kids or click on the graphic above to watch these videos!
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During the Annual General Meeting (AGM) that took place last November, quorum was lost following the vote to accept the Budget Review for 2019-2020 and the Proposed Budget for 2020-2021. As a result, three resolutions were not able to be passed. These include the following motions:
1. that the Nominating Committee report for 2019-2020 be accepted as printed,
2. that the Nominating Committee for 2020-2021 consist of the individuals identified in the Annual Report,
3. that the Auditing Committee for 2020-2021 consist of the individuals identified in the Annual Report.
With the lingering effects of gathering restrictions, the Board has been unable to call a second to resolve these items. Under the guidelines of provincial Re-Start Plan, the Board is proposing to hold a 2nd Congregational Meeting THIS SUNDAY immediately following the morning service to table these stranded motions. For members, please do your utmost to attend.
Thank you,
The Board of Directors
Redeemer Bible Church
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REDEEMER'S 'FAMOUS FANS' are invited to once again come and watch our slo-pitch team play against other churches! Our next games are:
- Monday, August 9 at 6:30 pm at Cherrywood Acres School
- Tuesday, August 10 at 6:30 pm at Greendale School
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Guess who is coming to lunch? It could be YOU!
Join us at the church for a time of conversation and fellowship on Thursdays in the summer, continuing next Thursday, August 12 at 12:00 pm. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair as we gather on the front lawn for a time of connecting together, weather permitting.
Registration will be required upon arrival and social distancing protocols will be in place. If you would like more information, please call or email the church office!
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IF YOU ARE A YOUNG ADULT (18-29 yrs old-ish) then join us at Redeemer on August 18 at 7pm for a bonfire and discussion about our Young Adults ministry/group. This is a time of getting to know each other and discussing the future of Redeemer's Young Adults ministry. We would love to see you there!
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THE FOOD TEAM for the upcoming "Fabulous and Fifty+ Luncheon" being held on Sunday, August 15 needs some help! They are looking for 2 additional helpers to prep food on Saturday afternoon (August 14) for the box lunch that will be served. If you can help, please contact Joan at 289-687-7911 (cell) or 905-646+8368. Thanks so much!
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Due to Camp Makhaseh being held at the church today, youth has been cancelled for tonight only. For questions or for more information, please contact Pastor Paul HERE.
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REDEEMER BIBLE CHURCH is actively looking to hire a part-time 'Social Media Coordinator' for 15 hours/week. CLICK HERE or on the graphic above to view the job posting. The job closing is Friday, August 13, 2021. Please contact Pastor Carl for more information or to apply.
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GALCOM INTERNATIONAL INVITES YOU to a round of golf! They are holding their 13th annual charity golf tournament on Monday, August 16, 2021, which is taking place at Whiskey Run Golf Club, 631 Lorraine Road, Port Colborne. Register online at www.galcom.org. The cost for the day is $140, which includes the use of driving range, power cart, lunch, dinner, and prizes. The registration deadline is August 6, 2021 and all proceeds will send radios/audio Bibles to the mission field! For more information, visit the Galcom website or email Tim Whitehead at twhitehead@galcom.org.
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AGC UPDATE
Join the Journey -
Bill's Blog for August
"Authenticity is that character trait that demonstrates to others that what they see on the outside is what we really are on the inside. ...Jesus calls us to something more than just conforming to a perceived church culture or an outward image of what it is to be Christian. He calls us to authenticity."
Click here to read Bill's blog. "Pointing them to Jesus: All Sizzle and no Steak!"
The AUGUST 2021 edition of the AGC Prayer Guide is now available. CLICK HERE to download it from the AGC website.
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To stay connected with us, we encourage you to visit our website HERE. You can listen to any messages or videos you may have missed, as well as filling in a connection card with a prayer request or a way we can help you!
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A Note from Brenda Desjardins:
Thank you, my Redeemer family, for praying for Nathan! He returned to work last Thursday on modified duty. He is continuing to see the chiropractor for care of his neck and lower back. He recognizes that God’s hand was on his life the day of the accident. He did have concussion syndrome symptoms for several weeks after the accident. Please continue to pray that his claim through WSIB will be finalized and he will receive compensation for the two weeks he was off work.
I am so grateful to God for prayer warriors at Redeemer!
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PRAYER REQUESTS:
In accordance with applicable laws, Redeemer Bible Church is committed to protecting the privacy of its members, adherents, donors, volunteers, employees, directors, officers and any other persons about or from whom the Church collects personal information. The Church embraces the principles of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPED) to ensure that personal health information about an individual relating to their physical or mental health (including medical history) is not released to the general public.
Please pray for OUR REDEEMER FAMILY & FRIENDS:
- Geoff & Violetta Mayers - Please pray for the Mayers family as the situation with Jaden is now critical. Please pray that the Lord would work in this situation, and pray for peace for the Mayers family.
- Betty Scott - Please pray for healing for Betty as she is currently in the St. Catharines Hospital. Please pray that the Lord would give much peace and comfort to Betty and her family at this time, and pray for wisdom for the doctors that are treating her.
- Camp Makhaseh - Please pray for Camp which continues next Monday! Pray for wisdom for Pastor Carl, as he teaches the children how to study the Bible, and pray that the Holy Spirit would move within the hearts of the children and teens attending! Also, please pray for Pastor Paul and Louisa and their team, that they would have strength and opportunity to talk to the kids about the Lord. Lastly, please pray for safety and health for all in attendance.
- Carol Trotter - Please pray for peace for Carol as she will be undergoing surgery in September. As well, please pray for much wisdom for the doctors who are treating her.
- Vera Priddle - Please pray for Vera as she is experiencing some health issues. Also, please pray for wisdom for her family, as they decide what next steps are best for Vera.
- Jackie Cuillerier - A note from Sandra Hartley: My mother and I would like to thank you for your ongoing prayers. Although she has gained strength and improved overall from her heart attack, she is now battling other medical issues. She requires constant observation. She is living full time with me.
Our prayer requests are; a miraculous healing for my mom, and if that isn't His will, then for His mercy and compassion to abound.
Additionally, for me personally, that the Lord will provide financially as I have to be off work to provide my mother full time care.
Thank you church family. We sincerely miss being there with you. Sandra
- Stephen Priddle - Please pray for God's wisdom and direction for Stephen, as he has applied for housing and is awaiting a response.
- Joelle - Daughter of Jack and June McKiernan, Joelle has responded well to treatments for her bone cancer. Please continue to pray that she would be healed completely!
- Thomas - Please pray for Thomas, a man known to Vivian Blanchfield, who is in one of the Toronto hospitals awaiting a liver transplant. Please pray that it takes place soon!
- Please pray for our church family and for especially for our seniors and shut-ins. Remember to check in with each other with a phone call or a note and spread the love of Jesus!
- Our Missionaries - Please pray for Wendy Willmore, who is currently home on an unscheduled furlough, as her Tanzanian work permit still has not been renewed. Please pray that she will have a time of refreshment with her family and that her work permit will be renewed soon!
- Church Leadership – Specifically, the Pastoral Ministry team and staff, including Pastor Carl, Pastor Paul, Pastor Reid, Janet McLeod, Louisa McLeod, Roger Poirier, Lori Foster and Sharon Reinaerts as well as Tim Broomer (Elder) and Steve Cruickshanks (Deacon).
"Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge."
Psalm 62:8
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