Sunday March 22, 2026

This week our series for Lent will continue with a reflection on John 11, and Jesus bringing life and colour even in times of lament. 

We also have the opportunity to celebrate the baptism of Dave & Ali DeVries' daughter Annika. 

Ushers: Nelly, Matt

Coffee: Rob & Nellie D

Nursery: Binnie, Joe, Grace

Sunday School: Imagine: Amanda, Paula; Wonder: Maddy, Charlotte; Marvel: Amber, Rachel

Projection: Gerald

Sound: Ed

Elders: Wayne, Joe

Deacons: Anne, Cynthia

If you require a paper copy of the songs or sermon for use during the service, ask an Usher.

God’s Greeting

A Mighty Fortress

What the Lord Has Done in Me

He Will Hold Me Fast

Kids Message

Celebration of Baptism of Annika Devries

Out Of Hiding 

Announcements and Congregational Prayer

Scripture Reading on page 1668 John 11:17-36

Message 

Closing Blessing & How Deep the Father’s Love For Us

Next week we have the opportunity to celebrate Palm Sunday and Friendship Sunday.

Ushers Next Week: Gerald, Chris

Coffee: Spencer & Binnie

Nursery: Mandy, Joy

Sunday School: Imagine: Joy, Wendy; Wonder: Melanie, Erik; Marvel: Steve, Josh

Projection: Cameron

Sound: Albert

Elders: Christine, Jason

Deacons: Tammy, Jeanette

March 23 Office Closed

7 p.m. Worship Meeting

7 p.m. Friendship Group

March 24 1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters

7 p.m. GEMS – Cub Car Weigh In / Camping Badge & Cadets

7 p.m. Education Meeting

March 25 930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

7 p.m. Youth Group

March 26 7 p.m. Visioning Meeting

March 30 Office Closed

7 p.m. Friendship Group

March 31 1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters

7 p.m. GEMS & Cadets – Cub Car Race Night & Family Night

April 1 930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

7 p.m. Youth Group

April 2 7 p.m. Council Meeting

April 3 12 p.m. Quinte West Ministerial Association's procession of the cross starting at

Ebenezer parking lot

7 p.m. Good Friday Evening Service

April 6 Office Closed

April 7 1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters

April 8 930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

7 p.m. Youth Group

April 15 6 p.m. C of A Meeting

OUR CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER CORNER

Congratulations to Sue G (20), Esther W (20), Ralph B (21), Katelin R (22), Alice B (23), Malachi B (23), Ben D (23), Emma H (23), Lambert V (23), Jennifer H (24), & Rennie K (26) celebrating birthdays!

We pray for those who deal with illness, and for those who continue to grieve the loss of loved ones at this time. We give thanks to our God for his hand of comfort and healing.

We also ask you to remember those who cannot attend services and to keep them in prayer: Jo B, Maureen B, Aky D, Charles & Stella D, John D, Riek H, Audrey K, Frances L, Jan M, Thea P, Gerdie P, Louise S, Mary S, Joanne T, Nell V, & Riet V.

From the Committee of Administration: Please be advised that the projected budget for March 31, 2026, is $123,543.50. Received budget funds to March 18, 2026, are $64,970.00. Please keep this matter in your prayers and donate as you are able.

Education Committee: Does helping people learn more about the Bible and church education interest you? Then we need you to join the education committee. If you want to know more about this committee please talk to Judy or Jessi.

Sunday School is looking for a grade 1 & 2 teacher. The commitment is one Sunday every four weeks, to start at the end of March. Consider if God is calling you to this important work of connecting with the younger members of our congregation. Talk to Kurt or Judy.

Congregation! You are invited to join us and cheer on the Cadets and Gems at their final cub car race / family night on March 31 at 7 p.m.!

Election For Officebearers: Three Retiring Elders: Christine D, Kevin K, Dale S

Three Retiring Deacons: Doug J, Cynthia K, Jeanette L

The following members remain on council: Elders: Wayne D, Jason D, Evert F, Joe K, Judy V, Dick W; Deacons: Anthony D, Binnie H, Tammy S, Anne V, Andy V

Timetable regarding the nomination procedure:

April 19 Closing date for nominations

May 7 Approval of all nominees by council at May council meeting
May 10 Publication of nominees in bulletin

May 17 Vote of affirmation by the congregation
May 24 Drawing of names by lot

June 14 Installation of new officebearers

Food Bank Needs: Mac & Cheese, Hamburger Helper, instant noodles, school safe snacks, stove top stuffing, gravy mixes/sauces, diabetic friendly items (sugar-free options/low sugar) such as sweetener or keto items, any store-bought cookies.

Mom Event: The Pregnancy and Family Care Centre of Quinte West is once again putting on their Mom Event. This wonderful event is a fun, family-friendly day designed especially for moms! With close to 50 vendors, a Kids PlayZone, food and coffee for sale by local small businesses, photography mini-sessions, and a silent auction, there’s something for everyone. This event will take place on March 28, between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at TCS.

3-Bedroom Rental Home Needed: Preference from Cobourg-Belleville or outlying areas. for a Woman graduate from New Life, her two children and professionally employed mother. Contact Tina from New Life @ (613) 394-3341 or email office@newlifecanada.org

March 22 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 29 Offering: Todays second collection is for Ebenezer’s 1st quarterly budget to stay on track with our budget, and classical/ denominational shares.