Online Bulletin
February Special Offering Weeks 1&2:
Cedar Haven Women’s Recovery: Cedar Haven run by The Union Gospel Mission (UGM) is located in rural Langley. This program seeks to walk alongside women in their recovery journey offering a Wrap Around Method of Care. This means women in recovery receive the resources they need to regain strength and build a life. Support is provided through shelter, trauma informed counselling, a 6-12 month recovery program and after care; including educational programs, transitional housing and onsite employment opportunities.
Donation Receipts 2025: The tax receipts for 2025 will be in your church mailbox on Sunday, February 1st. If the envelope is not picked up by Sunday, February 8th, then the tax receipt will be mailed to your home. If you have any questions or concerns, please email Liz our Church Bookkeeper at bookkeeper@willoughbychurch.com.
Potluck Lunch: We will be getting together as a church and community for a potluck lunch, on Sunday, February 8th after the church service!! On the menu is Soup & Buns!!! Bring a pot of soup or some buns to share with your church family!! Dessert, coffee & juice will be provided by the Church. See you all there! Any questions, please reach out to Tamara at tamara@willoughbychurch.com
Seniors: We will be meeting on Thursday, February 5th at 10am in the Fellowship Hall. Come join us for fellowship & refreshments. This Thursday we'll be showing an episode of The Chosen, a groundbreaking historical drama based on the life of Jesus, seen through the eyes of those who knew him. It shares an authentic and intimate look at Jesus’ revolutionary life and teachings. Anyone is invited to join in the fun! Hope to see you all there!!!!
Teach-It Tuesday: Becoming a Witness for Jesus - Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Join us for our Feburary Teach-It Tuesday event where we have invited Bally and Kirsten Sahota to share their testimony of how they were formerly Jehovah's Witnesses and came to know Jesus Christ. This event will be interview-style with Pastor Jenna who will be asking them questions, and they will share their story with us and explain how the Spirit led them out of a very oppressive situation and into the freedom of grace. Bally and Kirsten were both very deep in the Jehovah's Witness religion and have much to teach us about how we can understand and engage with our own JW's here in Langley.
Blood Donor Clinic: For the month of February we will be hosting a Blood Donor Clinic on Saturday, February 14th 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.
Women’s Connect Event:
Hues of Blue: A High Tea Experience
Saturday, February 21 at 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Tickets: $15 per person, sign up starting January 25th after the service! Limited seats available Come along for a cuppa, a good natter, and some lovely dainties. Contact: Nancy Ryvers:604-418-4409 or Marlene Derover:604-312-4463. Thanks, Women's Connect Team
Get to know your Canadian Justice Mobilizer, Cindy Stover! Join us Thursday, February 5, from 10:00–11:00 am at the 1Life Learning Hub, (Fleetwood CRC 160 Ave in Surrey). Enjoy refreshments while learning about Canadian Justice Ministries and available resources, including Hearts Exchanged, the Climate Witness Project, refugee advocacy, cohort learning, advocacy opportunities, and connections to Intercultural Ministry.
Thrive: CRCNA Intercultural Ministry and Thrive present the Intercultural Cohort Public Lecture with Rev. Dr. Ray Aldred, speaking on Canadian Diaspora Migration and the Mission of God. Join us Friday, Feb 6, 2026, at 6:30 PM at Nelson Avenue Community Church, Burnaby, to engage in intercultural mission, enjoy local food vendors, and an art sale.
Gallery 7 Theatre proudly presents Glory, A Canadian-Inspired True Story, by Tracey Power. It’s 1933 and four friends decide to show the nation that hockey isn’t just for men. Based on the true story of Canada’s own Preston Rivulettes, this highly entertaining and inspiring story incorporates jazz-inspired music and swing dance to create a theatre experience that proves everyone belongs on home ice. Running January 23 & 24, 28 – 31, February 4 – 7, 2026 @ 7:30 PM with Matinees Jan. 24, 31, Feb. 1, 7 & 8 @ 2:00 PM at the Abbotsford Arts Centre, 2329 Crescent Way, Abbotsford. Tickets and info: www.gallery7theatre.com or call 604-504-5940. Group rates available!
Telecare Crisis & Caring Line is offering a 7-week, fully online supportive listening series beginning February 12, 2026. This training helps participants deepen their listening skills, reflect on their approach to care, and grow in confidence when supporting others through difficult struggles. This training is a great fit for individuals who are current or former practitioners in people care, such as: Teachers, nurses, and health professionals; Pastors, chaplains, and ministry leaders; Small group leaders and care team members; Caregivers, mentors, and prayer ministry volunteers. Interested applicants can visit telecarebc.com/training or email admin@telecarebc.com to join.
Paul’s Missionary Journeys in Greece (April 3 - 13. 2026): Travel by motor coach (6 days) and cruise ship (3 days) to sites connected with Paul’s second and third missionary journeys, as well as visit other major sites of biblical, archaeological, and cultural interest. Jeff Weima, professor at Calvin Theological Seminary and leading Pauline scholar, hosts this inspirational tour. For more information, contact Dr. Weima at 616-328-3110 or weimje@calvinseminary.edu.
Young Adult Opportunity with Resonate - Are you around 16-20 years old? Speak some Spanish? Interested in getting a taste of ministry in Central America? Join an unforgettable two-week journey with Resonate Global Mission—travel through Guatemala and El Salvador where you'll dive into real-life mission work, get to know Central American young people, experience God's love, and discover how God might be calling you to make a difference now and in the future. The trip is July 1-15, 2026 and the application deadline is February 28, 2026. Learn more at www.resonateglobalmission.org/encounter
2026 Guatemala Discovery Tour - World Renew invites you to experience Guatemala from the inside through the 2026 Discovery Tour, a learning journey alongside communities already leading change. Join us from March 14-22, 2026 to hear powerful stories of transformation and experience Guatemala's rich culture and hospitality. Come discover what God is doing in Guatemala! Registration closes January 31, 2026. For more information and to register, visit: bit.ly/guatemala2026info
1Life February 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 February 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:
January Series: Seeing Communities Flourish Majora Carter: working on neighborhood improvement from within.
January Series: Not the Only One Lonely Vivek Murthy: the loneliness epidemic and the power of human connection.
NETWORK: Changing Things By giving others a second chance, we can give the same gift that Christ gave us.
Thrive Faith Formation Tip - As we begin Black History Month, let’s take time to explore and reflect on the church’s role in Black history. One way to do this is to commit to learning from voices that have shaped both the Black experience and the broader Christian tradition. For example, choose two Black theologians—one historical and one contemporary—and study how their theological insights have influenced not only Black history but also the life and witness of the institutional church. If you have young children, consider reading one of these picture books together: God’s Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell or Let it Shine by Ashley Bryan. Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive
Groundwork: The Biblical Meaning of Forgiveness - Telling someone to forgive is easy. Actually offering forgiveness can be a lot more difficult. Join Groundwork as we study Exodus 34:4-9, Matthew 6:12-15, Psalm 51:1-9, Hebrews 4:14-16, Colossians 1:9-14, and 1 John 1:5-10 to discuss the biblical concept of forgiveness by beginning with God’s forgiveness and what it teaches us about God’s character. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.
Job Postings:
We're Hiring! Editor in Chief of The Banner - Do you love and consider yourself in touch with members of the Christian Reformed Church? Are you a discerning and effective communicator interested in highlighting the many good things happening in our denomination but also willing to help readers find their way through the challenging issues? Then please consider joining our staff of professional journalists by applying for the editor-in-chief of The Banner! The application process requires an editorial-length sample of your writing that would resonate with The Banner's audience. The editor-in-chief will be responsible for the content of The Banner, particularly for theological review, denominational relevance, and reader service to fulfill the magazine’s mandate as determined by synod. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
We're Hiring! Director of ReFrame Ministries - The Director of ReFrame Ministries will provide executive leadership and vision for the agency. This role involves strategically planning and implementing policies and decisions. Additionally, the Director will ensure that all organizational activities comply with established bylaws and frameworks, effectively supporting the mission of ReFrame Ministries, the denominational strategic ministry plan, and the mission of the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA). This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Burlington, Ont., or Grand Rapids, Mich. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
We're hiring! ReFrame Advancement Director - The ReFrame Advancement Director will give leadership to ReFrame Ministries’ donor relations and communications teams by providing vision, strategic direction, and initiatives to advance the mission of the ministry. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Burlington, Ontario, or Grand Rapids, Michigan. Apply at crcna.pinpointhq.com
The Banner: The December 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.
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