Sunday April 13, 2025

This week we'll be using John 3:1-21 to reflect on what it means to participate as part of our witness.

We will also have the opportunity to celebrate the professions of faith of Fran Boeder and Carole Morrison.

Ushers: Gerald B, Ralph W                             Coffee: Trevor & Tammy S

Nursery: Holly W, Emily K                               Sunday School: Imagine: Amanda D, Josh H

Sunday School: Wonder: Maddy, Charlotte   Sunday School: Marvel: Jessica H, Amber P

Projection: Jed S                                              Sound: Josiah R

Elders: Joe K, Judy V                                           Deacons: Doug, Rachel V

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

Announcements

God’s Greeting 

How Great Is our God

What a Beautiful Name It Is

Jesus Strong and Kind

Palm Sunday Reading: Matthew 21:2-10 on page 1531

Professions of Faith of Fran and Carole

Hosanna, Hosanna

Kids Message

Confession & Assurance

Come As You Are

Congregational Prayer

Scripture Reading John 3:1-21 on page 1649

Message

Closing Blessing

Praise to the Lord the Almighty

Next weekend we have two opportunities to worship as we celebrate Easter together. Our Good Friday service will take place on Friday, April 18 at 7 p.m., and will include a celebration of the Lord's Supper. Then on Sunday, April 20, we'll gather at 10 a.m. to celebrate Jesus' resurrection, and the power of his love in our lives.

Ushers Next Week: Nelly F, Matt K               Coffee: Faith Group Bible Study

Nursery: Mandi K, Joy H                          Sunday School: Imagine: Joy, Grace K

Sunday School: Wonder: Melanie K, Gabe K    Sunday School: Marvel: Steve D, Kevin K

Projection: Gerald B                                     Sound on April 18: Will F; on April 20: Al F

Elders: Calvin K, Dale S                           Deacons: Wayne F, Cynthia K

April 14

7 p.m. Friendship Group

7 p.m. Worship Meeting

7 p.m. YAB Meeting

April 15

1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters Group

7 p.m. C of A Meeting

April 16

930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

April 17

7 p.m. Deacons and Elders Meetings (Meeting with Care Callers at 715 p.m.)

April 18

7 p.m. Good Friday Service

April 21

Easter Monday – Church Office Closed

April 22

1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters Group

April 23

930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

April 27

830 a.m. We: The Prophets

April 28

All Day Elections Canada at Ebenezer CRC

OUR CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER CORNER

Congratulations to Madison H (11), Jo B (12), Nellie D (13), Jennifer Q (13), Ayanna D (14), Chris D (14), Calvin K (15), Thea P (15), Dawson Q (16), Evelyn R (16), and Henny W (16) celebrating birthdays!

Our continued prayers for Nell V after her recent fall, and for Gary B and Andrea S as they continue to recover from their recent surgeries.

We also continue to pray for Art H, and are grateful that he is recovering well at home after his recent heart attack.

Our condolences to members of the Bosma and Korver families with the passing of Len Bosma in March.

An Open House and a Celebration of Life will take place on June 21 at 1 p.m. at the Murray Hills Golf Course.

Election for Officebearers: Council urges ALL CONFESSING MEMBERS to be involved in this process.

Two Retiring Elders: Calvin K, Jelle P; Four Retiring Deacons: Marilyn B, Wayne F, Yvonne M, Rachel V. Remaining Elders: Wayne D, Christine D, Evert F, Kevin K, Joe K, Dale S, Judy V; Remaining Deacons: Binnie H, Doug J, Cynthia K, Jeanette L

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

Christian Housing Loyalist College, Belleville: If you know someone needing housing and attending Loyalist College this fall, we're opening our home’s separate bed and breakfast to four Christian students. Our home is on a flower farm and each student will have a private room and bathroom. For more information call 613-391-8192 or jkuipers@xplornet.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, contact 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

Join the Events Team! The goal of this team to implement at least 3 church-wide fellowship events per year for the purpose of gathering and fellowship. In the past, we have enjoyed Euchre and Corn Hole tournaments, Trunk or Treat, pre-service breakfast socials, post-service BBQs, and more. If you would like to be part of a fun team, contact the office, or a member of the Connections Committee, or the Events Team.

Donation to World Renew: The Deacons, on behalf of Ebenezer, have decided to donate $1,000 to World Renew to help with the urgent need for critical relief to Myanmar Earthquakes survivors, Thank-you for all your benevolent donations in the past that allows us to donate and support World Renew and be the hands and feet of Jesus!   Your Deacons

April 13 Offering: Our second offering is for Youth Unlimited Quinte. (Youth For Christ) YFC works together with the local church and other like minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus. As a part of the body of Christ, Quinte YFC ‘s vision is to provide opportunities for every young person in the Quinte area to hear & respond to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to be welcomed into a place of discipleship. qyu.ca 

April 18 Offering: Our offering today is Quinte Regional Christian Schools, which is the amalgamation of 4 schools: Trenton Christian School, Sonrise Academy, Belleville Christian School, and Quinte Christian High School. They joined together to create a dynamic, independent group of schools in the Quinte region, who seek to educate and inspire students to engage with the world in the way of Jesus, and to foster wholeness and a vibrant connection to their community. qrcs.ca

April 20 Offering: Mission Montreal is our second collection for this day. A  collaborative effort of Resonate Global Mission, Diaconal Ministries Canada, First CRC Montreal, Classis Eastern Canada, and a partner ministry called Christian Direction. At its heart, Mission Montreal is about equipping and mobilizing Christians and Christian leaders to engage their culture, focusing on church outreach, young adult faith formation, and ministry to the growing immigration population in Montreal.

Highlights of the April 3, 2025 Council Meeting

Council has approved names of new members for our Safe Church Team as well as our Worship Committee.

Deacons will look into changing the date of their meetings to allow for all deacons to attend.

The Spring Congregational Meeting and Dessert Social will take place on Thursday, May 22 at 645 p.m.

Elections Canada will have polling stations at Ebenezer CRC on April 28, 2025.

The next Council meeting will take place on May 1, 2025.