May 17, 2026

Pastor Trevor Payton will lead us in worship on May 17. The sermon text will be Philippians 2:12-13, and the sermon is entitled The Call of Holiness.

Ushers: Dale S, Calvin K

Coffee: Rob & Nellie D

Nursery: Binnie H, Joe K, Grace K

Sunday School: Imagine: Amanda D, Paula W; Wonder: Maddy H, Charlotte D; Marvel: Amber P, Rachel V

Projection: Gerald B

Sound: Josiah R

Elders: Christine D, Judy V

Deacons: Anne V, Cynthia K

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

Welcome and Opening Words  

God’s Greeting  

Be Thou My Vision 

Be Unto Your Name 

Call to Confession and Assurance of Pardon 

Speak Oh Lord

Kids Message 

Announcements & Congregational Prayer

Scripture Reading on page 1827, Philippians 2:12-13

Message: The Call of Holiness 

Closing Blessing   

Holy, Holy, Holy

May 24

On Pentecost Sunday, we will read Psalm 32:8-10 and hear the sermon entitled Led by the Spirit Within. Pastor Shawn Brix will lead us in worship. We will also take this opportunity to share the Lord's Supper together as a church family.

Ushers: Liz D, Marilyn B

Coffee: Spencer & Binnie H

Nursery: Mandi K, Joy H

Sunday School: Imagine: Joy H, Wendy R; Wonder: Eric K; Marvel: Steve D, Josh H

Projection: Cameron P

Sound: Will F

Elders: Wayne D, Joe K

Deacons: Tammy S, Jeanette L

May 19 1 p.m. Stitchers Group

May 20 Office Closed

     7 p.m. Youth Group – Visit to Pregnancy Centre

May 21 7 p.m. Separate Elders and Deacons Meeting

May 25 7 p.m. YAB Meeting

May 26 1 p.m. Stitchers Group

May 27 7 p.m. Youth Group – Games Night

May 28 630 p.m. Dessert Social, 7 p.m. Congregational Meeting

June 3 7 p.m. Youth Group – Discussion Night

June 4 7 p.m. Council Meeting

June 8 7 p.m. Education Committee

June 10 6 p.m. C of A Meeting

7 p.m. Youth Group – Year End Wrap Up Event

June 11 7 p.m. Elders Meeting

OUR CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER CORNER

Congratulations to Lakelyn H (17), Theresa R (17) & Torrey P (21),  celebrating birthdays!

Please pray for Mary S and her family, as Mary is now in hospice.

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.

Congregational Meeting: Please join us for our annual Spring Congregational Meeting on Thurs, May 28. We will begin our evening at 630 p.m. with a Dessert Social. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. If you are bringing dessert to share, please let the office know. 

Vocalists, Musicians, People Who Just Like Music: A reminder that the sanctuary is an open space on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7 p.m. This is a zero pressure environment and a worship space open to all. And, if you are interested in participating in Sunday morning worship, contact Miranda.

From the Committee of Administration: Please be advised that the projected budget for May 31, 2026, is $205,905.83. Received budget funds to May 14, 2026, are $149,314.05. Please keep this matter in your prayers and donate as you are able.

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

Are you interested in getting more involved with our mission of reaching up & out? These committees need members: Connections Committee, Education Committee, Prayer Team, Sunday School, Worship Committee. https://www.ebenezercrc.ca/called-to-serve or contact the office.

Nominations: On Sunday the congregation is asked to affirm all the names of those you feel qualified to serve as an office bearer. Nominated for deacon are: Rob D, Carolyn F, Ralph W.

PFCQW Baby Bottle Drive is On! Fill a baby bottle with change, cash, or a cheque, and return it by June 21st. pfcqw.ca/donate or e-transfer to director@pfcqw.ca

Bible Study: We've been asked whether Ebenezer members would consider providing a 30 minute Bible study once monthly at 10:30 a.m. for Trent Valley Lodge residents. Contact  Anne V, Andy V, Jeanette L, Jennifer H, Julie R.

Food Bank: The Coordinator has let us know they need crackers, pasta, granola, bars, canned fruit, jam, school snacks, dry soups and noodles (Mr. Noodles/Ramen), and gluten free items. Thank you for the continued support of the Food Bank.

May 17 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

May 24 Offering: Resonate Global Mission was formed merging Home and World Missions. This CRC agency is focused on equipping churches with resources and support to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Its main goal is to train missional leaders, guide new church plants and forge partnerships to proclaim and live out the gospel worldwide. www.resonateglobalmission.org

Charlotte’s Web at Trenton Christian School: Join us as our students bring this story of friendship, courage, and kindness to life on stage. We would love to see our families, friends, and community come out to support them.  Dress Rehearsal May 19 • 1:30 p.m.; Matinee Performance May 20 • 1:30 p.m.; Evening Performance May 21 • 7 p.m.

Highlights of the May 7, 2026, Council Meeting

·          Council affirmed names put forward by the congregation for new office bearers: Rob D, Carolyn F, Ralph W

·          A Care Caller meeting with deacons and elders took place in April.

·          Retiring elders will be asked in their May meeting if they are willing to stay on as an elder.

·          New mandate from the deacons received and approved by Council.

·          The Parrott Foundation donated $70,000 towards our rooftop units.

·          Two quotes for the new Accessible Washroom have been obtained.

·          Next quarterly budget offering will take place on June 21, 2026.

·          Sunday School teachers are required.

·          The visioning committee recently met to discuss Ebenezer’s current and future vision statements.

·          Council agrees to hold its next meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 7 p.m.