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.
Kids Coin Collection - This Sunday is our coin collection. Our kids are going to help collect the money for the kids we are sponsoring. We are sponsoring two children through Christian Relief Fund, Gabriela Jordan (from Piedras Negras, Mexico) and Ambar Gonzales (from Tegucigalpa, Honduras) and also CityKidz in Hamilton. You can also e-transfer money to tinternpayables@gmail.com, in the message box be sure to let us know that the funds are for the kids collection.
Baby Blessings -
- Sandra and Juan (Alba and Ruben’s niece who worshipped with us while they lived in Beamsville) have had a baby boy, Olivier. We are taking a collection, to send them a blessing. If you would like to contribute, see Angela or send an e-transfer to ange-cook@hotmail.com
- Everyone is invited to a Jack and Jill baby shower in honour of Peter and Neema M on Sunday, September 22 from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the Beamsville church. Please RSVP to Jan T jan_taylor@sympatico.ca. If you would like to contribute to a group gift or give a gift, please see Linda M by Sept 15. We look forward to welcoming their new family member due in October. Peter and Neema attend a Swahili language church in Hamilton where they live and are actively involved with the praise ministry there.
Sunday School Needs - We are in need of a helper in EPIC for the Fall Quarter on Sundays. If you are able to help, please reach out to Megan. Thank you to all who signed up during our Annual Teacher Drive!
This Fall - Our Wednesday Night programming starts up over the next week few weeks. On Wed Sept 4th TRUTH will kick-off with a games, a campfire and a review of this year's activities (see Megan's announcement for more details). Our adult classes will also continue looking at Christian Discipleship through the book Practicing the Way.
On Wed Sept 11th the rest of our kids classes will begin again. Jodie and Margaret are looking for Bible Detectives Kindergarten-Grade 5! EPIC class (Gr. 6-8) also begins
TRUTH Kickoff - Join us at the building for the TRUTH kickoff from 7-8:30 on Wednesday, Sep 4th. We will play games, have a campfire with s'mores, and share our vision for TRUTH for this year.
Madeline C's Celebration of Life - We are looking for some help with food, setup and cleaning on Saturday September 7. If you are able to help please sign up at the following link: https://www.perfectpotluck.com/meals.php?t=VWTF6276.
If you have any questions, please contact Linda. Thank you for your willingness to help!
If you have any questions, please contact Linda. Thank you for your willingness to help!
45th Annual Southern Ontario Men's Retreat - Iron Sharpens Iron!. The date is Friday September 6 through Saturday September 7. Hosted by the men of the Waterloo church of Christ. The cost is $25.00 per person (no one-day discount). RSVP by midnight of September 3. More details are in the document attached.
September Friday Night Connect - Join us from 7-9pm at the building on Friday, September 13th for our annual game of Family Feud! Snacks will be provided. Bring a friend, and be sure to fill out the survey via the following link: https://forms.gle/265tWQWHKRHCp1sK7. Paper copies are available in Megan's office.
The Chosen - Starting Sunday September 14 @4pm we will be watching season 4 of The Chosen. Click here to watch the official trailer. The dates are listed in the calendar below.
Safe Families - We are looking forward to our first training session with Safe Families on Monday September 16th @ 7pm where we are going to learn about how we could serve as "Family Friends," one of the ways Safe Families assists Families in need.
There is no obligation to participate. You can come and just learn about the Safe Families ministry without any requirement to take part in our ministry. Come on Mon Sept 16 and learn about the blessings that come through sharing in biblical hospitality.
Ladies Days -
- Strathmore Church of Christ Ladies' Day - Being Single (1 Corinthians 7:34) on September 14. This will be in person and virtual. See flyer below.
- Barrie Church of Christ Ladies' Day - "Shame: You're Not Alone" on September 21. This will be in person and virtual. See flyer below.
CCWN - This is our one and only community-wide FOOD DRIVE held annually for the past 34 years and we could use your help. Many people do not realize the extent of hunger’s reach in our community. 2024 is continuing to be difficult for many due to interest rates, cost of housing, and inflationary pressures. Any help with promoting the event and getting the word out to give, donate, or volunteer would be very appreciated.
Year after year we require over 200 volunteers to successfully gather, product sort, date sort, and deliver 25-30,000 lbs. of non-perishable food items to the CCWN warehouse for the low income families we serve. Volunteer Registration is live on our website, you can sign up as an individual or as a team. Volunteers will be provided with snacks and lunch. Please consider coming out and being part of this fun community day and support those who need our help throughout the whole year!
Food Drive Sorting will take place on Saturday, September 21st at 8:30 am at Great Lakes Christian High School.
Road Crews will go out and pick up from the doorsteps of homes within the limits of Vineland Jordan, Beamsville and Campden.
We are looking for volunteers from Tintern to assist with flyers and signage in Campden ahead of the days event. We are also looking for those who can volunteer for a road crew on September 21st for one of the local neighbourhoods. Please see Lori H if you are able to volunteer.
Save the Date - Noel and Julie W will be hosting a wedding reception for Megan and Devin at the church building on Friday, September 27th at 7pm. All are invited.
Donations for Camps - Donations for Camp Omagh and/or Strawberry Point Christian Camp can be made to Tintern. Mark your cheques or e-transfers (in the memo line) for which camp in particular you would like to support. Cheques or eTransfers not marked will go towards the General collection. With our partnership with Church of Christ Development Corporation (our mortgage holder), your donations will be matched - so you can double your impact!
Giving More in 2024 - “Feed the hungry, and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon.” Isaiah 58:10 For the month of September we are going to continue with our "back to school" theme. Everyone is invited to bring in school safe snacks. Also, let's think of our friends with food allergies/sensitivities (nut, peanut, dairy, gluten free). While you are out grocery shopping for your family see what you can find. Any 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.
Niagara Christian Gleaners - Niagara Christian Gleaners is an amazing, volunteer based ministry. We’d like you to consider getting involved and to come and join our army of volunteers. The opportunities abound and every volunteer makes a difference as we prepare nutritious dehydrated food aid for those who are in need - all across the globe. We operate a modern food plant located in the heart of the Niagara Peninsula. To learn more please visit our website: www.niagaragleaners.org.
Newsletters - Attached you will find the following newsletters.
- Ruth Zimmerman (in three parts). The first newsletter is about a boat trip in July that is a must read!;
- Camp Omagh;
- CityKidz; and
- Niagara Life Centre.
Upcoming Events:
Sep 7 Celebration of Life for Madeline C 2pm @ Tintern
Sep 13 FNC 7pm @ Tintern
Sep 14 Men's Breakfast (see Noel for details)
Sep 14 Omagh's End of Season BBQ
Sep 14 Strathmore Ladies' Day
Sep 15 The Chosen 4pm @ Tintern
Sep 16 Safe Families Training 7pm @ Tintern
Sep 21 Barrie Church of Christ Ladies Day
Sep 21 Megan & Devin's Wedding (in Tennessee)
Sep 27 Walker Wedding Reception 7pm @ Tintern
Sep 27-29 Alumni & Friends Weekend
Sep 29 The Chosen 4pm @ Tintern
Ruth 2024 07 26 Traumatic Trip to Tami Island.pdf
ruth-2024-08-23-3-prayer-points.pdf
Ruth 2024 08 27 Printing Fund Report.pdf
2024 08 26 Camp Omagh Update.pdf
2024 08 27 Your Impact This Summer - CityKidz Newsletter.pdf
2024 August NLC Announcements.pdf
