Hello Church!
Have you noticed that stores have already put up their Christmas decorations? Have you noticed that your favourite coffee shops have already introduced their Christmas drinks? Everything can be had with a splash of peppermint syrup and nutmeg!
I mention this because it strikes me as curious that the world is more committed to Christmas because of the wealth to be had at this season, than Christians are excited by the truth that this season reminds us of. Do we really believe that the Lord of the universe “took on flesh” and dwelled with us? Do we believe that we are saved from wrath and for a glorious mission? Do we know that we had been licked by the flames of damnation and only snatched from the fire by the work of Jesus on our behalf? If so, what is the proper response? In the New Testament, every time someone is saved, they seem to run away praising God and their lives are changed. What doesn’t seem to happen is that people are saved and then immediately settle into a routine of passively attending a service once a week and only engage with God, their Church community, and the Bible when it is convenient or when they are sufficiently guilted into doing so.
I long to see Redeemer be a church of committed Christians who are as eager to be with and know God as the businesses of the world are committed to earn another dollar. They spend every bit of energy, intelligence, and time they have in pursuit of money. Surely, we who have the good favour of the King, have reason to spend all of ourselves in pursuit of God! So many of us come to church with a scowl. We don’t “enter His gates with singing” but enter grudgingly. Let’s not waste another moment on grudges, on plotting revenge for offenses and rehearsing what we will say to that person who has hurt us. Let us get on with worshipping God, building community and inviting our neighbours to join us!
So, when you see another store that has “decked their halls” with garland and ornaments, rather than scoff at the commercialism of the holiday, instead be reminded of the reason we have to worship and be generous and to share the Gospel. Take heart Church! Christmas is coming and it reminds us that the King has come!
In Christ,
Pastor Carl
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN for church this Sunday, November 14 at 10:00 am. Please click here or on the 'Registration' graphic above to register for the service. However, if for some unexpected reason, you can no longer join us on Sunday morning, please cancel your ticket to open up a spot for someone else. If you are unable to cancel your ticket, please call the church office at 905-356-6888 before Friday at 4:30 pm.
If you are unable to attend in person, please watch us LIVE on YouTube!
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OUR NEXT REDEEMER KIDS' NIGHT is TONIGHT at 6:00 pm.
We will be learning all about Sin,
and how we can be saved from our punishment. For more information, contact Louisa HERE.
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ALL EVERGREENS (50+) ARE INVITED to the next Evergreen's Bible Study taking place on Thursday, November 18 from 10:15 am - 12:30 pm. The study entitled, "God's Message for You Today" will be led by Pastor Bruce Redding, who is teaching through the Psalms. Coffee and sandwiches are provided, but please bring a Toonie to cover the cost of the food. PLEASE REGISTER by clicking here or on the graphic above. For more information, please contact Martha Willmore HERE.
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Ron & Donna Pare and family - Our deepest condolences are extended to Ron and Donna and their family on the passing of Ron's mother Fleurette this morning, at the age of 96. The funeral arrangements will be forthcoming. Please pray for strength and comfort for Ron and Donna and their family, and that the Lord would be very near to them all as they grieve this loss.
"Let your steadfast love comfort me according to your promise to your servant."
Psalm 119:76
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OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS has a new email! If you have a concern or need to reach out to our Elders for any reason at all, their new email is elders.redeemerbible@gmail.com. Feel free to get in touch with them, and they will respond as soon as possible!
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Sunday, November 7, 2021
In-Person Attendance: 163
Weekly Offering: $8,584
Weekly Budget: $9,518
Thank you for your faithful stewardship!
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