Offering for weeks 3 & 4 of May: The special offering for weeks 3&4 is for the two missionaries we support through Resonate Global Missions. Resonate serves over 40 countries to faithfully proclaim and live out the good news of Jesus around the world. They join with a diverse network of CRCNA congregations and other partners locally and globally. Resonate works to mobilize individuals and communities to participate in God’s mission and work for the spiritual and social transformation of the world.
Our congregation sponsors Naji in Egypt (Click here to read their newsletter!) and Hannah in Greece (Click here to learn more about Hannah). Naji and Hannah need our prayers, care, and support, so please give generously.
You are invited to donate through the offering plate or click here to give through Tithley (Missionary Support - Naji & Hannah)
* The Deacons do two Special Offerings per month, Advokate - Hope for Women will run for the first two weeks, with Missionary Support - Naji & Hanna for weeks 3&4. You are invited to give to either or both offerings as they will both be available on tithley for the whole month of May! *
Youth: Join us on Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm for faith, devotion and fun!!! Youth is for children in grades 8-12 and they meet every Wednesday evening here at Willoughby. Here is the activities for the end of April & into May:
If you are interested in joining or want to know more about the program please contact Christian at Christian@willoughbychurch.com.
Thanks, Christian & Joanna
Preteens: Join us on Thursday evenings for faith, activities, bible study, games and a whole lot of fun!!! Preteens is for children in grades 4-7 and they meet on the first and third Thursday's of every month at 6:30pm. Here is the upcoming schedule for May:
If you are interested in joining or want to know more about the program please contact Christian at Christian@willoughbychurch.com.
Potluck Lunch: We will be getting together as a church and community for a potluck lunch on Sunday, May 25th after the church service. It will be a time to break bread together and meet new friends!! The theme for our potluck is "Soup, Buns & Salad". Please bring your favorite Soup or Buns or Salad to share!!! Dessert, coffee & juice will be provided by the Church. See you all there! Any questions, please reach out to Tamara at tamara@willoughbychurch.com
Garden Sharing Table 2025: If your vegetable or flower garden is producing more than you can use, why not share the abundance? Starting this Sunday, you're invited to bring your extras to our Garden Sharing Table, located in the church’s front lobby. Whether you have a handful of herbs or a bumper crop of rhubarb, all contributions are welcome. Let’s bless others with the bounty and enjoy the gifts of the season together. The table will be available every Sunday throughout the summer. Happy harvesting—and happy sharing!
Blood Donor Clinic: This month we will be hosting another Blood Donor Clinic, on Thursday, May 29th starting at 11am. If you are able, please join in saving lives together by donating blood. Appointments are necessary and can be booked at blood.ca.
10th Walk in the Spirit of Reconciliation – Friday, May 30 – Sunday, June 1. This walk, in response to the TRC Canada, was created by a group of Christians in Langley to lament and walk in solidarity with First Nations People, remembering the harm done by the Residential School system. This year, we mark 10 years since the TRC with a series of walks and events designed to raise awareness and promote reconciliation. You can choose a self-guided walk, join a group walk, and/or participate in any or all events. All are welcome! See Walk in the Spirit for more information and to register.
Nurturing Faith Across Generations: understanding the Spiritual Characteristics of Children, Teens, and Young Adults: Are you looking for valuable tools to support and guide the next generation in their faith journey? Then you don't want to miss this webinar, Tuesday, May 27 from 3:00 - 4 pm PST. Navigating the spiritual landscape of children, teens, and young adults can be both rewarding and challenging. Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the spiritual characteristics of children, teens, and young adults. This session is designed for children, youth and young adult ministry leaders, teachers, coordinators and pastors seeking to deepen their understanding of children, youth and young adults’ experience and grow in faith at different developmental stages. You’ll gain valuable tools to support and guide the next generation in their faith journey. Register here. A zoom link will be sent out a week before.
Leadership Workshop: Wednesday, June 4, 7:00 pm @ Fleetwood CRC w/ Angela Reitsma Bick, author of Blessed are the Undone & Christian Courier editor-in-chief. Join in an engaging discussion about how Christian faith is changing in Canada and what promotes resilient faith for the long haul. Register at: https://www.newleafnetwork.ca/events/undonesurrey
Campus Ministry Update - Okanagan - May 2025: Here is a brief update for the congregations of Classis BCSE, from our campus chaplain at UBCO in Kelowna, Rev Dr.Todd Statham. Click here to read the Newsletter!
You're invited to join us for an exciting summer tradition: Regent's Evening Public Lecture (EPL) series. Hear from Summer Programs faculty as they discuss everything from groundbreaking research to insights gleaned from a lifetime of ministry. Summer EPLs are thought-provoking, spirit-enriching, and completely free! Join us in Regent's newly renovated Chapel to experience Summer Programs vibes, ask questions, and chat with other members of the Regent community. EPLs are also livestreamed at rgnt.net/live. Whether you attend onsite or online, we hope you'll invite a friend along and tune in to this year's EPLs. The next lecture is:
Evolution: A Story of Chance? Or a Story of Purpose?: a biological theory, Monday, May 26 at 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM. By Dr. Denis Alexander who is the Founding Director (Emeritus) of The Faraday Institute for Science and Religion, Cambridge, where he is Emeritus Fellow of St. Edmund’s College. Come join us in the chapel or tune in online to explore theology, culture, and much more with this year’s summer faculty. To livestream this and other Evening Public Lectures, visit us at rgnt.net/live.
Gallery 7 Theatre proudly presents The Play That Goes Wrong, A Farcical Comedy of Mishaps, by Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer & Henry Shields.A hysterical mad-cap comedy about everything going wrong during the opening night performance of The Murder at Haversham Manor, produced by the well-intentioned members of the Cornley University Drama Society. Running May 9 & 10, 13 – 17, 20 – 24, 2025 @ 7:30 PM with Matinees on May 10, 17 & 24, 2025 @ 2:00 PM at the Matsqui Centennial Auditorium, 32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford. Tickets and info: www.gallery7theatre.com or call 604-504-5940. Group rates available!
Young at Heart: Come and join us at the Langley Young at Heart Senior’s Expo, on Wednesday, June 18th from 10am - 3pm, at the Langley Curling Centre, and visit all the amazing exhibitors who are joining us. Learn something new, play some games, socialize with friends, and have a great time overall. Click Here to Register
"Ministry to Seafarers" announces its 55th anniversary Port Tour Cruise planned June 28, 6-9 PM. Join us for a beautiful cruise, including light snacks and a narrated port tour. Cost is $100/person. Payment by e-transfer to finance@ministrytoseafarers.com, or by cheque to: Ministry to Seafarers Vancouver, 401 E Waterfront Rd, Vancouver, BC V6A 4G9. Contact Gary at crcvanportchaplain@gmail.com for more information.
Cascade Family Bible Camp – July 3-7 at Warm Beach Camp, Stanwood, WA: Join us for a summer of faith, fellowship, and fun! Whether you're single, a couple, a family, or a senior, this retreat offers a refreshing time of worship and connection in a beautiful setting. Enjoy inspiring speakers, engaging programs for kids (preschool through post-high), and a variety of activities—including swimming, mini golf, tennis, basketball, volleyball, bocce, a ropes course, rocket launching, and new this year – a ZipLine and Laser Tag! Choose to camp with your tent or RV, or opt for comfortable lodging with meals included. First-time attendee? Discounts are available! Register online: https://cascadefamilybiblecamp.org/registration-info For questions, contact rona718@hotmail.com or dean@lithocraft.com.
Indigenous Ministry: Hearts Exchanged - It's never too early or too late to participate in a Hearts Exchanged cohort. We have cohorts starting at various times of year -- if you're interested in participating in one in your area or online please reach out at: crcna.org/hearts-exchanged
CASCADE CHRISTIAN COUNSELLING – Our nine counsellors have been very busy this year meeting the great demand of individuals, couples and families seeking counselling. We have two Cascade offices, one in Surrey and one in Abbotsford. We also have counsellors available in Chilliwack. All therapists offer online counselling options as well. Feel free to read through their bio’s on our website to gain a sense of which one might be the best fit for you. Cascade is committed to removing the financial barrier for Christ-like, professional support services. The sliding scale is from $90.00-$130.00. For more information or to book an appointment, go to www.cascadechristiancounselling.com or call our office at 604-585-1411.
1Life May Newsletter: 1Life exists to curate a curriculum of resources that equips individuals and congregations to become increasingly whole-hearted, vibrant communities of Christian worship, discipline & mission. Click here for the May newsletter.
Do Justice - Justice Prayers: Do Justice is a conversation space for justice in the Christian Reformed Church, from the Office of Social Justice. Justice Prayers is a weekly post addressing justice issues from around the world. Click here to pray and read more!
CRC NEWS:
Diversity & Unity: On-the-Land Learning in the Sugar Bush Participants embraced their surroundings, braved nature, and deepened their connections with people and the land.
The Network: Are We Out of Our Minds? Recently I seem to have lost my mind. That sounds bad, but it’s a good thing.
The Banner: Council of Delegates Meets The Council of Delegates of the Christian Reformed Church has finalized several things to include in its supplement to the agenda for Synod 2025.
Groundwork: Everything We Have is from God - Whether we have them or not, money and possessions are an inescapable fact of life. Join our Groundwork conversation as we study passages like Exodus 20:15-17, Deuteronomy 5:19-21, Deuteronomy 8:7-18, Leviticus 25:23-28; Proverbs 22:9, Ephesians 4:28, and Matthew 5:40-42 to cultivate a biblical perspective on our money and the things we own in this life. Listen now at Groundworkonline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Stories are powerful; there’s often no better way to convey deep truth, deep pain, and deep love than through a meaningful story. Sharing faith stories helps us grow in Christ as we remember that our individual stories are situated within God's greater story. This week, explore ways to share faith stories with your community. Ask a friend to share their faith story, share your own faith story with a friend, or share stories as a group during a mealtime. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
The Banner: The May edition of the Banner is now available at the church. You can also access a copy online at The Banner. To support the Banner's ongoing journalistic ministry, consider donating. www.theBanner.org/Donate
Today Devotion Books: The Today booklets are available at the church.
Contact for Online Bulletin: If you have anything to add to the bulletin, please email info@willoughbychurch.com
Contact Council: If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email the council at council@willoughbychurch.com