Sunday March 16, 2025
This week begins our celebration of the season of Lent, as we look ahead to Easter and the death & resurrection of Jesus Christ. This year we will be reflecting on the command given at the empty tomb to go and bear witness to what we have experienced in Christ.
Also starting Sunday is a small group opportunity as a church family to reflect on our missional identity, and discuss how we can share the Gospel of Christ's love with our community. These discussion sessions will take place at 6:30 on Sunday evenings for 5 weeks.
Ushers: Gerald D, Chris H
Coffee: Ray & Theresa D
Nursery: Emily K, Nelly F
Sunday School: Imagine: Amanda D, Josh H
Sunday School: Wonder: Maddie, Charlotte
Sunday School: Marvel: Jessica H, Amber P
Projection: Jed S
Sound: Al F
Elders: Judy V, Calvin K
Deacons: Doug J, Rachel V
If you require a paper copy of the songs or sermon for use during the service, ask an Usher.
Christus Victor
Welcome
God’s Greeting
Jesus Shall Reign/To the King
When I Survey/The Wonderful Cross
Announcements
Kids Message
Confession & Assurance
O Church Arise
Congregational Prayer
Scripture Reading: Mark 1:1-15 on page 1551
Message
Closing Blessing & Great Is Thy Faithfulness
Our new Witness series for Lent continues next week with a reflection on Luke 19:1-10, and what it means to be present in our world.
Ushers Next Week: Dale S, Calvin K
Coffee: Andy & Sue V
Nursery: Carolyn F, Rachel V
Sunday School: Imagine: Joy H, Grace K
Sunday School: Wonder: Melanie K, Gabe K
Sunday School: Marvel: Steve D
Projection: Gerald B
Sound: Ed B
Elders: Dale S, Kevin K
Deacons: Wayne F, Cynthia K
March 17
7 p.m. Friendship Group
7 p.m. YAB Meeting
March 18
1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters Group
7 p.m. GEMS – Bible Badge, Cub Car Weigh-In
March 19
930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break
March 20
7 p.m. Separate Deacons and Elders Meetings
March 24
7 p.m. Friendship Group
March 25
1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters Group
7 p.m. GEMS – Cub Car Races – Bring the Whole Family for Season End Night!
March 26
930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break
OUR CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER CORNER
Congratulations to Ila D (14), Cecilia K (14), Abigail L (14), Taylor B (15), Chris H (16), Linda D (17), Christine D (17) Debbie H (17), Sam K (18), Sue G (20), & Esther W (20) celebrating birthdays!
We continue to pray for all those struggling with illness and continuing in their recovery.
Election for Officebearers: Council urges ALL CONFESSING MEMBERS to be actively involved in this process.
Two Retiring Elders: Calvin K, Jelle P; Four Retiring Deacons: Marilyn B, Wayne F, Yvonne M, Rachel V
The following members remain on council: Elders: Wayne D, Christine D, Evert F, Kevin K, Joe K, Dale S, Judy V; Deacons: Binnie H, Doug J, Cynthia K, Jeanette L
Timetable regarding the Nomination procedure:
April 20 Closing date for nominations
May 4 Publication of nominees in bulletin
May 18 Vote of affirmation by the congregation
May 25 Drawing of names by lot
June 1 Installation of new officebearers
Nursery Committee: The Committee that oversees the Nursery is looking for one more member – please speak to Samara B if you are interested, or for more information.
Geneva House 50th Anniversary: Geneva House campus ministries is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and we would love to have you join us for an amazing year-end/anniversary banquet! The festivities will take place Sat March 29 at 6 p.m. at Kingston Gospel Temple (2295 Princess St, Kingston, ON) and it will be a fancy, dress up event. RSVP by March 22 at https://www.genevahouse.ca/banquet For information: queensgenevahouse@gmail.com
From the Worship Committee: We are always looking for musical talent to participate in leading worship on Sundays. If you or someone you know is musically gifted, please contact someone on the Worship Committee (Ben B, Spencer H, Paula W, Samara B, Jelle P, Theresa R or Maddy H) or your Ministry Coordinator, Gary H. There are also funds available to assist members of Ebenezer with paying for the cost of music lessons. Curious? Reach out to one of us. Thanks. The Worship Committee
Liberation of Europe Celebration: Eighty years ago The Netherlands was liberated by Canadian soldiers of the Allied armies, ending five years of NAZI oppression. Come and celebrate V.E. Day with song! Singers from the North Lakeshore Chorus will perform anthems, popular songs of the era and beautiful choral pieces at Fellowship CRC in Brighton at 2 p.m. on Sat. June 7th. Mark your calendars! Cost is $20. Children under twelve and war veterans attend for free. There is room for experienced S.A.T.B. singers to join our nine day Liberation of The Netherlands Anniversary Tour from June 27 to July 6. Contact Michael Korn michaelkorn@sympatico.ca or call 416-282-0427 for more information.
March 16 Offering: The second collection is for Ebenezer Mealbox program, which is a bi-weekly outreach ministry that prepares meal boxes to be made available for pick up or delivery in Trenton for those experiencing food insecurity. familydinnermealbox@gmail.com
March 23 Offering: Our second offering for this day is for The Calvinist Cadet Corps, which is an independent youth ministry whose goal is to provide churches with a unique ministry to effectively share Christ’s love with boys in their church and comms
Highlights of the March 6, 2025
· Gary H presented to Council regarding his music hours compared to his community engagement hours. Council will discuss this in April.
· Spring Congregational Meeting plans are being worked out.
· Nominations for new officebearers were discussed by Council.
· Safe Church team has learned, from the last Classis Safe Church team meeting, there has been a focus on insurance provider that CRC churches use.
· 2024 CAP report was received by Council.
· Next Council Meeting will take place on April 2, 2025.