Lent and Us Baptists are cautious about treating special days, seasons, or Christian practices as necessary observances. We want to avoid behaving legalistic or Pharisaical. The debate between Jesus and the Pharisees might be helpful for us. Jesus disputed the Pharisees’ interpretation and application of the bible when it […]
New Year Notes Church bells are one of the treats of living near the downtown. Several churches around us ring their bells on Sundays and other occasions such as New Year’s day. These are often quiet mornings with little to no traffic or activity. Over the still neighbourhood the
News and Notes We held our business meeting in November. Derrick, our board chair, shared a number of things. We have lost many beloved people which has made it a hard year. At the same time, we had many folks make commitments in baptism and membership. Cheryl is
Remembrance and Hope We held four funerals in October. It was a difficult month as we lost a number of people who were dear to us. The beginning of the November holds two events, All Saints’ Day and Remembrance Day. Both remind us of the grim price of
Fall Kick-off Many of our ministries got underway again in September. At North of 60, we shared testimonies of our baptisms and other meaningful times God has been there for us. The Youth Group has met each week at different homes and the church. It is lovely to have
