Friday, May 24, 2013

Selfies

Reality check, everyone: most of your "selfies" don't look so great! When we take a close look at ourselves, two things can happen. We can either conclude that we look pretty good (narcissism) or our self-exploration can lead to a more honest assessment. We will discover that on our own, we aren't very attractive. Jesus can change that: "whatever you do,... do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus," (Col 3:17) and you will look great! Sunday, May 26, 2013.

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Prepare to be amazed!

Nothing amazes us anymore. In our information saturated, just-google-it society, we can explain any phenomenon, rationalize any miracle. At Pentecost, something happened that caused those present to be “utterly amazed.” We too, will be utterly amazed when the Holy Spirit is at work in our lives and in our church. This Sunday, May 19, we gather in the shadow of grief as we mourn with the Ancaster Christian Reformed Church. May the Holy Spirit, the Comforter, who came to us on Pentecost, truly comfort God's people.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Ethan John Piel and Isla Cole Piel

On Sunday we celebrated the sacrament of baptism. Cousins Ethan and Isla received the sign that they are part of God's covenant family. Congratulations to parents Josh & Aly and Matt & Julie!

Friday, May 10, 2013

Never powerless

Circumstances can often render us powerless. At least that’s the way we feel. Jesus reminds us that the Holy Spirit is on our side; it's one of the benefits of Jesus’ ascension. And with the Holy Spirit comes power. Heaven is real! Jesus is real! And the power we receive from the Holy Spirit is very real! Sunday, May 12, 2013, 10 a.m.

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Whatever

Whatever! Depending on how you say the word, it can be a brush off or it can point to amazing things. The decision is yours. And then, after you focus your thoughts on...whatever--, “put it into practice!” That’s the message for the GEMS this season, from Philippians 4:8,9, and it’s the message for each of us. Join us for a special service with participation from our GEMS girls' club. May 5, 10 a.m.