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Offering for weeks 1&2 of May:

The special offering for this month is for Campus Re/Formed Okanagan.  This ministry is led by Chaplain Rev. Dr. Todd Statham at UBC Okanagan. As a university chaplain, Todd seeks to equip and encourage students, staff, and faculty to be lifelong disciples of Jesus and faithfully serve Christ through their studies and research. Dr. Statham is an ordained CRC pastor and has been serving as campus pastor since 2016 and will be leading worship here at Willoughby on May 10th.

* The Deacons will be doing two Special Offerings per month,  Christian Reformed Campus Ministries Okanagan will run for the first two weeks, with Resonate Global Mission 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! *

Women's Connect: You Belong Here - Saturday, May 23rd from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Connect with other women in our community at this special spring gathering. Come join us for a "Blooming Good Time", you can sign up in the foyer after the service on Sunday's, cost is $5.00 a person. You won’t want to miss it!!

Love Langley: Churches of Langley are getting together for a City-Wide Environmental Initiative on Saturday, May 30th from 1:00pm-3:00pm. We as a church are getting involved to clean up our community!! If you are interested and would like to sign up, (you get a free t-shirt!!) you can click this link or fill out the sign up sheet in the lobby after the service. 

There will be a worship service at 3:30pm at TWU after the clean up!

Hope to see you all there!!!

Walk in the Spirit of Reconciliation – Friday, May 29 – Sunday, May 31. This walk, organized by a group of Christians in Langley/Abbotsford, is in response to the 2015 TRC Canada’s Calls to Action. Join in walking to stand in solidarity with Indigenous peoples and lament the harms done by the Canadian Residential school system. You can choose a self-guided walk or join a group walk. You are also invited to participate in a series of weekend events designed to raise awareness and promote reconciliation. All are welcome!  See Walk in the Spirit for more information and to register. 

Blood Donor Clinic: For the month of May we will be hosting two more Blood Donor Clinics on Friday, May 15th at 1pm and Friday, May 29 at 1pm. If you are able, please join in saving lives together by donating blood. Appointments are necessary and can be booked at blood.ca.

Garden Sharing Table: Are your vegetable or flower gardens, fruit trees or bushes producing more than you can use? Why not share the abundance? Bring your extras to our Sunday morning Garden Sharing Table, located in the church’s front lobby. Let’s share the bounty of our gardens and enjoy the gifts of the season together. Everyone is welcome to take home items from the table to enjoy! The table will be available every Sunday throughout the summer. 

Congregational Meeting: SAVE THE DATE!!! We will be having our Congregational Meeting on Sunday, May 31st at 7:00 pm to approve last years financials and share other business!! Please save that date as we hope to see you all at the meeting!!! More information and agenda to follow. Blessings, Council

Men of Praise | An Evening of Hymns and Praise Songs 

Men and boys of all ages are warmly invited to join us on Sunday, May 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM for a special evening of worship at Langley Immanuel Christian Reformed Church. 

This evening will be a time to gather together in praise of God, singing a rich selection of hymns and praise songs that celebrate his faithfulness, mercy, and greatness. Fathers, sons, grandfathers, brothers, and friends are encouraged to come together for this joyful time of worship and fellowship. 

We also gladly welcome guests from neighbouring churches and the wider community. 

Location: 
Langley Immanuel CRC 
21713 50 Ave, Langley, BC 

“In every place the men should pray, lifting holy hands.” 
1 Timothy 2:8 

Come and join us as we lift our voices together for the glory of God's name. 

Re:activate Youth Conference 2026 - September 11 to 13

We are excited to announce that ReActivate 2026 registration opens on April 1st! Re:activate is an incredible weekend of worship, learning, experiencing God’s world, building new friendships, deepening relationships, and strengthening the bond we have as churches in BC.

This year's theme is Be Still and Know, from Psalm 46:10!

Registration opens April 1st and closes May 31st,

To register and for more information please go to: https://www.reactivatecrc.com/

Student Fund Committee Classis BCSE: Students intending to go into full time or part-time ordained ministry in the Christian Reformed Church may apply for financial support after their undergraduate studies are completed and they qualify for entry at Calvin Seminary or a comparable institution recognized by Classis. Applicants need to receive an endorsement of their home church. Contact petervanhuizen48@gmail.com for an application form and funding criteria. (Deadline May 31, 2026)

Regent College: “Supernatural Light”: Navigating Science, Doubt & Faith Through Poetry You’re invited to an Evening Public Lecture with Adrea Johnson on May 20, 2026 at 7:30pm. 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 rgnt.net/live. About the Lecture: Discover how the 17th-century poets John Donne and George Herbert offer lessons for navigating the relationship between faith and science. This lecture explores the complicated relationship between scientific inquiry, cosmology, and devotion to God. It suggests that both poets provide us with guidance for how to look beyond the stars and towards the supernatural light of faith and grace.

FREE Gospel Concert! Everyone is warmly invited to a Gospel concert with Rythm & Grace, a Celtic Gospel Band on Saturday, May 23rd at 7:00 PM at the Shunshine Ridge Baptist Church (6230 120 Street) in Surrey. No tickets required to attend, and there will be a freewill offering to support children's education in Latin America. For more information, please contact Generation Rising at (204) 415-6836 or visit www.genrising.org/events. 

Gallery 7 Theatre proudly presents A Few God Men, A Story of Honor and Integrity by Aaron Sorkin. A US Marine dies because of a disciplinary action gone horribly wrong. A young Navy attorney with a reputation for plea bargains is assigned to defend the two soldiers accused of the murder. A high-stakes court-room drama, sprinkled with generous doses of humour, explores honour, integrity, and standing up for the truth, all while examining how our careers shape who we are. Running May 8 & 9, 13 – 16, 20 – 23, 2026 @ 7:30 PM with Matinees on May 9, 16, 17, 23 & 24 @ 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!

Cascade Family Bible Camp – July 9-13 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 zip-lines! Choose to camp with your tent or RV, or opt for comfortable lodging with meals included.
First-time attendee? Coming from Canada? Discounts are available!
Register online: https://cascadefamilybiblecamp.org/registration-info
For questions, contact katvee70@gmail.com or mike.jager66@gmail.com.

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:

Denomination: CRCNA Appoints New Leadership The CRCNA has appointed new directors for The Banner, ReFrame Ministries, and Thrive.

NetWork: Who is the CRC Today? What defines our identity as a denomination today?

The BANNER: Turning the Pages as Spring and Summer Bloom Plunge into reading, from a book based on a true story about a missing lumber baron’s wife to a middle-grade novel about a Jewish family caught up in Hitler’s dog army.

Thrive Faith Formation Tip - Research has shown that taking slow, deep breaths when we are stressed is good for our mental health. As you recognize Mental Health Awareness Month, try using breath prayers as a way to slow down and focus your mind on God. Choose a prayer from the options below, then breathe in and out, repeating the phrases as you breathe. As you breathe in silently, pray: “Not my will.” As you breathe out, pray: “Your will be done.” Breathe in: “I am not alone.” Breathe out: “You are here.” Breathe in: “You are the potter.” Breathe out: “I am the clay” Brought to you by Thrive: crcna.org/Thrive

Groundwork: Humanity Falls - Just after the story of creation, the Bible tells us the story of humanity’s fall. Join Groundwork as we study Genesis 2-3, Romans 5:12, Romans 8:20-22, and Romans 3:9-23 to examine the second major theme of the Bible, the Christian doctrine of the fall. This theme emphasizes the catastrophic impact of sin on humanity and creation, and clearly articulates our universal need for a Savior in Jesus Christ. Listen now at GroundworkOnline.com and subscribe to Groundwork's weekly emails for future episodes.

The Banner: The March/April 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