August 14, 2025 eBulletin

eBulletin - Aug 14, 2025

Prayers - For Tintern's prayer list, check out our website www.tinternchurchofchrist.ca. The "Prayer Hub" button (top right corner or click here) is where you will find our list of prayers. You can also add prayers.

Please send your submissions for the eBulletin to tinternchurchofchrist@gmail.com.

Livestream - To join the livestream on Sunday's at 9:45am, click on the following YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/user/TinternCofC

Kids Program Opportunity - Big News! After 17+ years Miss Margaret and Miss Jodie are graduating from the Wed PM Kid's Bible Study. We are so grateful for their service over so many years and will be doing something this Sunday to recognize such a huge commitment to our kid's biblical literacy and spiritual development.

This also means there is an exciting opportunity to try something new. We are looking for someone who would be willing to take over and bring some new ideas into our kids program.

Our EPIC class (Grades 6-8) and our TRUTH class (Grades 9-12) will continue this fall starting on Wed Sept 10th but we are looking for someone to direct Gr. 1-5 on Wednesday nights. It is up to six delightful kids.

If you need any further information or just want to ask question contact Noel or Margaret who would be happy to tell you more.

"Doing Bad Things with the Good Book" - The Stoney Creek Church of Christ invites you to a workshop with Dr. Helen Paynter of the Centre for the Study of Bible & Violence entitled "Doing Bad Things with the Good Book" The workshop is on August 17 @7pm at Stoney Creek Church of Christ, 105 King St E.

Tintern Asia Mission Garage Sale - The Japan Mission Team is asking for your help. We are hosting a "Multi-family Garage Sale" in the parking lot of the Beamsville Church of Christ on Saturday Aug 23rd (rain date Aug 30) starting at 8 am. You're welcome to drop by our sale anytime on Aug 23rd but we were wondering if you have any garage sale stuff that you would be willing to donate for the sale. Things like:

Small tables, chairs, shelves, or nightstands (things that are easy to load in a car are especially appealing)
Working hand tools
Sets of matching kitchenware.
Picture frames, lamps, candles, wall art, and seasonal decorations.
Gently used kids’ toys, board games, and puzzles.
Outdoor toys (bikes, scooters, balls)
Baby and children’s clothes
Children’s books and popular fiction
Classic movies and vintage records
Working items like clocks, radios, small TVs, speakers.
Cords and chargers .
Bikes, camping gear, coolers, and fishing equipment.
Costume jewelry, handbags, hats, belts, scarves

You can drop off items for the garage sale here at the Tintern building anytime before Sun Aug 16th. We'll be collecting items in Room 19, preparing them for the sale. If you have any questions, reach out to Noel. Thanks for your continued support of our mission trip this October.

Village of Hope Niagara - Save The Date Join us on Saturday, August 23, 10AM-12PM, for our Annual Summer Food And Funds Drive. With the need as high as 1 in 4 in our community enduring food insecurity, it's critical for us to reach out to our community to keep our shelves ready, and our programs of support and empowerment available for our neighbours in need. When the date arrives, please give generously. Thank you so much.

Omagh Summer Short Course - Spiritual Formation by Nathan Brown. August 25-29, 2025 Presented by Great Lakes Bible College at Omagh Bible Camp, 1014 Lower Base Line W, Milton. To more information or to register contact info@glbc.ca or paulbirston@glbc.ca.

Back to School Picnic - Save the date for our Back to School Picnic on Wednesday, August 27. We will be at Hillary Bald Park from 6:30-8pm. Snacks will be provided.

Church in the Park 2025 - is back! Join us at Charles Daley Park on the North Service Road on Sun August 31st at 9:30 for Coffee and Refreshments, Worship at 10am. Bring your own lawn chairs and a picnic potluck lunch to share afterward. For details contact Margaret or Noel. Hope to see you there.

Alpha Marriage Course @ Tintern

Strengthen your marriage with The Marriage Course—a 7-week, date-night style series designed to help couples grow closer through meaningful conversations and practical tools.

When: Every other Sunday at 5pm (Sept 21, Oct 5, 19, Nov 2, 16)
Where: Tintern Church Building
What to Expect:

Dinner for two
Two short videos with guided private discussions
Dessert and time to connect
(Each evening lasts about 90 minutes to 2 hours)

Retreat Weekend: Nov 28–30 @ Hidden Acres Retreat Centre, Kitchener ON
The cost is $280/couple (includes two nights and meals). To register, email: noel@tinternchurchofchrist.ca Spaces are limited so act now!

GL Alumni & Friends Weekend - Get ready for an unforgettable Alumni & Friends Weekend at Great Lakes from September 26-28! This special weekend is packed with events for alumni, family, and friends alike. Reconnect with classmates, reminisce about your time at GL, and celebrate our shared experiences.

Highlights include exciting sports tournaments, a BBQ with fun activities for all ages, the Homecoming Banquet on Saturday night, and our Chapel service. Whether you’re a graduate, friend, or supporter, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! For all the details of the weekend, visit bit.ly/AlumniWkd2025. The weekend schedule is attached. Please note, if you plan to attend Homecoming Banquet tickets must be purchased by September 18 (early bird tickets until September 7 are $40) https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2025-gl-homecoming-banquet.

Help Support Our Mission Trip to Japan with a Tech Donation!

The Tintern Church of Christ is preparing for a mission trip to Japan to connect with Joel Osborne, Hiro Akahoshi and the Mito Church of Christ through outreach, fellowship, and service. To help fund this trip, we’re launching a technology donation fundraiser, and we’d love your support!

If you’ve recently upgraded or have unused devices, consider donating them to our cause. Your old tech can help bring hope and support to communities in Japan.

Thank You! Your generosity makes this mission possible.

To donate or learn more, contact: Mark Herod (Mark.herod@gmail.com)

Job Opportunities at Great Lakes Christian High School - Great Lakes Christian High School in Beamsville, ON is currently hiring for two important roles:

A full-time Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) to cover a maternity leave in our preschool program (August 2025–June 2026)
A part-time Male Dormitory Supervisor to serve in our boys’ residence on alternating weekends during the school year

Both positions offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a Christian environment. To learn more or to apply, please visit www.glchs.ca/about/job-opportunities/ or email careers@glchs.ca.

Picture Bulletin Board - Thanks to those that have sent in their new pictures. New pictures are on the bulletin board with more to come. Margaret is still collecting family pictures to update our picture bulletin board.

Nonperishable Items - "Blessed are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God. He is the Maker of heaven and earth, the sea, and everything in them—he remains faithful forever. He upholds the cause of the oppressed and gives food to the hungry." Psalm 146:5-7(a) For the month of August we'll be collecting school safe snacks (peanut/nut free). A copy of the attached image will be in mailboxes. All non-perishable items gladly accepted!

Participation - If you would like to participate in A/V ministry, song leading, praying, sharing communion thoughts, reading scripture, family time announcements or teaching/ helping in the Sunday School/Wednesday night program, please reply to this email or speak to Noel, Megan or Margaret.

What are TINbits Praying For?

Grade 3 - 5 Class

Claire: for safe travels to Wonderland
Elet: that I don’t get too bored this week and that hockey goes well
Ruby: for a good rest of the summer
Miranda: that me and my family can sleep on the plane
Aiden: that my friend’s birthday party goes well
Megan: for safe travels down south
Sadie: that the pool is open this week