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Woodstock Faith Community

354 Mill St., Woodstock, ON N4S 8Y1

Geoffrey Holt

contact@woodstockfcc.com | 519-539-2951

www.woodstockfcc.com

This Pentecost Sunday, we remember the moment God poured out His Holy Spirit upon the believers, empowering the Church to proclaim the Gospel and live as His witnesses in the world.

As Nazarenes, we believe “the Holy Spirit convicts, cleanses, fills, and empowers us” and that “God continues calling ordinary people to do extraordinary things made possible by the person of the Holy Spirit.”

May we be a people fully surrendered to the Spirit’s leading, shaped into the likeness of Christ, and sent into our communities with the love and holiness of Jesus.

Come, Holy Spirit.

This Pentecost Sunday, we remember the moment God poured out His Holy Spirit upon the believers, empowering the Church to proclaim the Gospel and live as His witnesses in the world.

As Nazarenes, we believe “the Holy Spirit convicts, cleanses, fills, and empowers us” and that “God continues calling ordinary people to do extraordinary things made possible by the person of the Holy Spirit.”

May we be a people fully surrendered to the Spirit’s leading, shaped into the likeness of Christ, and sent into our communities with the love and holiness of Jesus.

Come, Holy Spirit.

This week we ask you to pray for Bradford Spanish Church of the Nazarene (Iglesia Hispana del Nazareno Bradford).

Please pray:

- For the new families coming to the church, that they would feel welcomed, connected, and rooted in Christ
- For new leaders being formed, that God would give wisdom, humility, and courage as they serve
- For discipleship initiatives, that people of all ages would grow deeper in faith and love for God’s Word
- For community outreach plans, that the church would build meaningful relationships and faithfully share the hope of Jesus with those around them

@ihnbradford

This week we ask you to pray for Bradford Spanish Church of the Nazarene (Iglesia Hispana del Nazareno Bradford).

Please pray:

- For the new families coming to the church, that they would feel welcomed, connected, and rooted in Christ
- For new leaders being formed, that God would give wisdom, humility, and courage as they serve
- For discipleship initiatives, that people of all ages would grow deeper in faith and love for God’s Word
- For community outreach plans, that the church would build meaningful relationships and faithfully share the hope of Jesus with those around them

@ihnbradford

District Assembly 2026

Join us June 12–13 for the Canada Central District Assembly at Rosewood Church of the Nazarene.

District Assembly is a time for our churches across the district to gather for worship, prayer, encouragement, celebration, and important district business. Together, we reflect on what God has done, look ahead to where He is leading, and reconnect with our Nazarene family from across Ontario.

This year’s theme is *Celebrating Jesus*.

You’ll also find opportunities to connect through NMI, NDI, fellowship gatherings, and special services throughout the weekend.

The full schedule, event details, and additional information are available at www.centralnazarene.ca/assembly

District Assembly 2026

Join us June 12–13 for the Canada Central District Assembly at Rosewood Church of the Nazarene.

District Assembly is a time for our churches across the district to gather for worship, prayer, encouragement, celebration, and important district business. Together, we reflect on what God has done, look ahead to where He is leading, and reconnect with our Nazarene family from across Ontario.

This year’s theme is *Celebrating Jesus*.

You’ll also find opportunities to connect through NMI, NDI, fellowship gatherings, and special services throughout the weekend.

The full schedule, event details, and additional information are available at www.centralnazarene.ca/assembly

This week we ask you to pray for Egypt Church of the Nazarene, led by Pastors Doug and Jeannie Neufeld.

Pray that they would lead with courageous faith, dedicated commitment, and a deep dependence on the Spirit of Jesus. Pray that their lives and ministry would reflect contagious contentment in Christ and that their church would faithfully live out its calling as a true Church of the Nazarene.

This week we ask you to pray for Egypt Church of the Nazarene, led by Pastors Doug and Jeannie Neufeld.

Pray that they would lead with courageous faith, dedicated commitment, and a deep dependence on the Spirit of Jesus. Pray that their lives and ministry would reflect contagious contentment in Christ and that their church would faithfully live out its calling as a true Church of the Nazarene.

On Sunday, April 26th, D.S. Steve & Pat Ottley visited our Brantford Church where Pastor Andrew and Paige Brown serve as Pastor. As soon as you walk into the building there is a sense of the presence of the Holy Spirit through a welcoming pastor and people.

It was a wonderful service of praise and worship. D.S. Steve and Pastor Andrew shared about and kicked off a new exciting partnership between our Brantford and Cambridge Churches. There is a sense of great anticipation of what God will do through this partnership where the Brantford pastoral team will be overseeing the ministry in Cambridge. The Freedom Centre, under the leadership of Rev. Rosemary Redshaw, is part of this new partnership, as the compassionate outreach ministry arm.

@brantnaz Brantford Church of the Nazarene

On Sunday, April 26th, D.S. Steve & Pat Ottley visited our Brantford Church where Pastor Andrew and Paige Brown serve as Pastor. As soon as you walk into the building there is a sense of the presence of the Holy Spirit through a welcoming pastor and people.

It was a wonderful service of praise and worship. D.S. Steve and Pastor Andrew shared about and kicked off a new exciting partnership between our Brantford and Cambridge Churches. There is a sense of great anticipation of what God will do through this partnership where the Brantford pastoral team will be overseeing the ministry in Cambridge. The Freedom Centre, under the leadership of Rev. Rosemary Redshaw, is part of this new partnership, as the compassionate outreach ministry arm.

@brantnaz Brantford Church of the Nazarene

“She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” Proverbs 31:26

Today we celebrate the women across our district who faithfully serve the Kingdom as pastors, leaders, teachers, ministry directors, mentors, missionaries, volunteers, and disciple-makers.

Thank you for the ways you lead with wisdom, teach God’s Word, care for people, pray faithfully, and help shape the Church. Your voice, gifts, compassion, and leadership matter deeply in the life of our churches.

We are grateful for the women who continue to answer God’s call and point others to Jesus through everyday faithfulness.

“She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.” Proverbs 31:26

Today we celebrate the women across our district who faithfully serve the Kingdom as pastors, leaders, teachers, ministry directors, mentors, missionaries, volunteers, and disciple-makers.

Thank you for the ways you lead with wisdom, teach God’s Word, care for people, pray faithfully, and help shape the Church. Your voice, gifts, compassion, and leadership matter deeply in the life of our churches.

We are grateful for the women who continue to answer God’s call and point others to Jesus through everyday faithfulness.

This week we ask you to pray for Hamilton Mountain Church of the Nazarene, led by Pastor Charmaine Kofler.

Pray for clarity as they discern next steps in this restart season. Ask God to give them wisdom as they use their facility as a place of prayer, welcome, and community connection. Pray that they would understand their neighbourhood well, respond to real needs, and have courage to step out in faith as they explore new ways of ministry. Pray for a strong foundation of prayer and for the right people and partnerships to join in the work God is leading.

This week we ask you to pray for Hamilton Mountain Church of the Nazarene, led by Pastor Charmaine Kofler.

Pray for clarity as they discern next steps in this restart season. Ask God to give them wisdom as they use their facility as a place of prayer, welcome, and community connection. Pray that they would understand their neighbourhood well, respond to real needs, and have courage to step out in faith as they explore new ways of ministry. Pray for a strong foundation of prayer and for the right people and partnerships to join in the work God is leading.

But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. Ephesians 2:4-5

But because of his great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions—it is by grace you have been saved. Ephesians 2:4-5

Congratulations to Pastor Grant and Karen Verdoold. DS Steve Ottley met with the Cedardale Church Board on April 23rd for the 4 year Church/Pastoral Relationship Review. It was a positive meeting of examining the way the Lord is moving in and through the Cedardale Church Family.

Pastor Grant has served as Pastor for Cedardale for the past 14 years. We rejoice in God’s healing touch on his life following a major stroke in December 2024. Praise God for a successful review and for the extension of Pastor Grant’s pastoral call for the next four years.

CEDARDALE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

Congratulations to Pastor Grant and Karen Verdoold. DS Steve Ottley met with the Cedardale Church Board on April 23rd for the 4 year Church/Pastoral Relationship Review. It was a positive meeting of examining the way the Lord is moving in and through the Cedardale Church Family.

Pastor Grant has served as Pastor for Cedardale for the past 14 years. We rejoice in God’s healing touch on his life following a major stroke in December 2024. Praise God for a successful review and for the extension of Pastor Grant’s pastoral call for the next four years.

CEDARDALE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

This week we ask you to pray for Toronto Kennedy Road Church of the Nazarene, led by Pastor Daniel and Peace Park.

Praise God for the growth of the children’s ministry and the partnership with Kiddy Kare. Pray for continued impact through their programs and for plans for VBS.

Praise God for the start of the Men’s and Women’s Fellowship groups. Pray that these grow into strong discipleship communities.

Praise God for ongoing connections with the neighbourhood through the tax program. Pray that the CAP Money Course would reach many.

Praise God for the growth of the youth. Pray that they would be strengthened in their faith.

Pray for Pastor Daniel, Peace Park, and the board as they lead. Pray for continued provision for the food and clothing pantries.

@kennedyroadchurch

This week we ask you to pray for Toronto Kennedy Road Church of the Nazarene, led by Pastor Daniel and Peace Park.

Praise God for the growth of the children’s ministry and the partnership with Kiddy Kare. Pray for continued impact through their programs and for plans for VBS.

Praise God for the start of the Men’s and Women’s Fellowship groups. Pray that these grow into strong discipleship communities.

Praise God for ongoing connections with the neighbourhood through the tax program. Pray that the CAP Money Course would reach many.

Praise God for the growth of the youth. Pray that they would be strengthened in their faith.

Pray for Pastor Daniel, Peace Park, and the board as they lead. Pray for continued provision for the food and clothing pantries.

@kennedyroadchurch

DS Steve and Pat Ottley visited Pastor Rafael and Lucy Reyes and the Tabernaculo Evangelico Church Family in Mississauga on Sunday, April 19th. It was an anointed time of worship with many joining at the altar for prayer at the close of the service. Tabernaculo is a vibrant congregation that meets Sunday afternoons, just a stones throw away from Pearson International Airport. It is an inter generational community with a healthy children and youth ministry. We’re thankful for the leadership of Pastor Rafael.

Tabernaculo Evangelico Del Nazareno

DS Steve and Pat Ottley visited Pastor Rafael and Lucy Reyes and the Tabernaculo Evangelico Church Family in Mississauga on Sunday, April 19th. It was an anointed time of worship with many joining at the altar for prayer at the close of the service. Tabernaculo is a vibrant congregation that meets Sunday afternoons, just a stones throw away from Pearson International Airport. It is an inter generational community with a healthy children and youth ministry. We’re thankful for the leadership of Pastor Rafael.

Tabernaculo Evangelico Del Nazareno

Discipleship doesn’t happen by accident. It takes leaders who are equipped and growing.

GROW DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING (and NDI Convention)
THIS Saturday, May 2 | 9:00–2:30
Rosewood Church of the Nazarene (Scarborough)
$25 (lunch + resources included)

Join Rev. Ryan Nelson and other leaders from our district for a day of practical training, including:

👉 Simple Discipleship (Gather, Connect, Grow, Multiply)
👉 No Experience Needed (for new or exploring leaders)
👉 Adapted Discipleship (supporting those impacted by disability)
👉 What’s Going On? (local, national, and global opportunities)
👉 Self-Reflection (prayer and next steps)

If you’re shaping discipleship in any way, this is for you.

Register now. Bring your team.

Discipleship doesn’t happen by accident. It takes leaders who are equipped and growing.

GROW DISCIPLESHIP TRAINING (and NDI Convention)
THIS Saturday, May 2 | 9:00–2:30
Rosewood Church of the Nazarene (Scarborough)
$25 (lunch + resources included)

Join Rev. Ryan Nelson and other leaders from our district for a day of practical training, including:

👉 Simple Discipleship (Gather, Connect, Grow, Multiply)
👉 No Experience Needed (for new or exploring leaders)
👉 Adapted Discipleship (supporting those impacted by disability)
👉 What’s Going On? (local, national, and global opportunities)
👉 Self-Reflection (prayer and next steps)

If you’re shaping discipleship in any way, this is for you.

Register now. Bring your team.

Renew Ladies Retreat

April 17-19, a wonderful group of ladies gathered at Jackson’s Point in Sutton for the Renew Ladies Retreat. Thanks to Co-Chairs, Pastor Gena Torres and Melanie Finkleman, and the Renew Retreat Committee for planning and leading a spirit filled retreat. The feedback has been extremely positive.

Renew Ladies Retreat

April 17-19, a wonderful group of ladies gathered at Jackson’s Point in Sutton for the Renew Ladies Retreat. Thanks to Co-Chairs, Pastor Gena Torres and Melanie Finkleman, and the Renew Retreat Committee for planning and leading a spirit filled retreat. The feedback has been extremely positive.

This week we ask you to pray for Emmanuel Spanish Church of the Nazarene (Iglesia Hispana del Nazareno Emanuel), led by Pastor Pedro Julio and Belkis Fernandez.

Give thanks to God for 38 years of faithful service to the body of Christ and to the community where He has placed them.

Pray for the Latino community, that many would experience the love, hope, and welcome of Jesus through the ministry of the church.

Pray also for the youth connected to Emmanuel Spanish. Ask God to guide them, strengthen their faith, and raise up the next generation of disciples and leaders.

Please also pray for the ministry of El Manantial Community Centre, that it would continue to be a place of care, connection, and Gospel witness in the community.

@iglesia_emanuel

This week we ask you to pray for Emmanuel Spanish Church of the Nazarene (Iglesia Hispana del Nazareno Emanuel), led by Pastor Pedro Julio and Belkis Fernandez.

Give thanks to God for 38 years of faithful service to the body of Christ and to the community where He has placed them.

Pray for the Latino community, that many would experience the love, hope, and welcome of Jesus through the ministry of the church.

Pray also for the youth connected to Emmanuel Spanish. Ask God to guide them, strengthen their faith, and raise up the next generation of disciples and leaders.

Please also pray for the ministry of El Manantial Community Centre, that it would continue to be a place of care, connection, and Gospel witness in the community.

@iglesia_emanuel

Our Canada Central District Pastors gathered at Rosewood Church in Scarborough for our Annual Clergy Day. The main speaker was Rev Davidson Bohorequez. He presented a very helpful workshop on community outreach. Rev Bohorequez is current work on his PhD at Wycliffe College, UofT.

Our Canada Central District Pastors gathered at Rosewood Church in Scarborough for our Annual Clergy Day. The main speaker was Rev Davidson Bohorequez. He presented a very helpful workshop on community outreach. Rev Bohorequez is current work on his PhD at Wycliffe College, UofT.

On Sunday, April 12th, DS Steve Ottley had the joy of worshipping with our Egypt Church congregation. We are deeply grateful for this faithful rural ministry located an hour north of Toronto. Co-Pastors Doug and Jeannie Neufeld have faithfully served Egypt Church for 39 years, and we give thanks to God for their steadfast leadership and love for His people.

God continues to use this devoted congregation in meaningful ways within their community. During the worship service, Pastor Doug shared several beautiful examples of how the Lord has been at work through the ministry of Egypt Church:

Throughout the Advent and Christmas season, the congregation collected donations of mini chocolate bars and individually wrapped candy, with a goal of preparing 600 Christmas candy bags for distribution through the Georgina Food Pantry. By God’s grace, that goal was surpassed, and 775 candy bags were prepared and distributed.
Egypt Church also held a special collection of items for the Eswatini Go Team, hoping to prepare 7 boxes to be sent through the Sea-Can shipping container. Through the generous giving of the congregation, 28 boxes of supplies were gathered and delivered to the Eswatini depot for shipment.

We also celebrate a very special milestone in the life of the congregation. Long-time member and dearly loved sister in Christ, Betty Wiltshire, recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Her life is a beautiful testimony to the faithfulness of God and to a heart devoted to the Spirit of Jesus.

We praise God for the witness and ministry of Egypt Church and for the many ways His grace continues to flow through this faithful congregation.

On Sunday, April 12th, DS Steve Ottley had the joy of worshipping with our Egypt Church congregation. We are deeply grateful for this faithful rural ministry located an hour north of Toronto. Co-Pastors Doug and Jeannie Neufeld have faithfully served Egypt Church for 39 years, and we give thanks to God for their steadfast leadership and love for His people.

God continues to use this devoted congregation in meaningful ways within their community. During the worship service, Pastor Doug shared several beautiful examples of how the Lord has been at work through the ministry of Egypt Church:

Throughout the Advent and Christmas season, the congregation collected donations of mini chocolate bars and individually wrapped candy, with a goal of preparing 600 Christmas candy bags for distribution through the Georgina Food Pantry. By God’s grace, that goal was surpassed, and 775 candy bags were prepared and distributed.
Egypt Church also held a special collection of items for the Eswatini Go Team, hoping to prepare 7 boxes to be sent through the Sea-Can shipping container. Through the generous giving of the congregation, 28 boxes of supplies were gathered and delivered to the Eswatini depot for shipment.

We also celebrate a very special milestone in the life of the congregation. Long-time member and dearly loved sister in Christ, Betty Wiltshire, recently celebrated her 100th birthday. Her life is a beautiful testimony to the faithfulness of God and to a heart devoted to the Spirit of Jesus.

We praise God for the witness and ministry of Egypt Church and for the many ways His grace continues to flow through this faithful congregation.

This week we ask you to pray for Ottawa Trinity Church of the Nazarene, led by Mathieu Charlebois.

Give thanks for the ways this church is serving and blessing their community. Pray that the Lord would continue to open doors for meaningful relationships and opportunities to share the hope of Christ.

Pray for Mathieu as he leads. Ask God to give him wisdom, discernment, and strength as he shepherds the church and ministers to the community.

Pray for the congregation, that they would grow in their love for God and one another, rooted in Scripture and active in their faith.

@ottawatrinity

This week we ask you to pray for Ottawa Trinity Church of the Nazarene, led by Mathieu Charlebois.

Give thanks for the ways this church is serving and blessing their community. Pray that the Lord would continue to open doors for meaningful relationships and opportunities to share the hope of Christ.

Pray for Mathieu as he leads. Ask God to give him wisdom, discernment, and strength as he shepherds the church and ministers to the community.

Pray for the congregation, that they would grow in their love for God and one another, rooted in Scripture and active in their faith.

@ottawatrinity

Pastor Mark (Brenda) Coulter and our Barrie Ferris Lane Church Family hosted a joint Good Friday Service with our Barrie Pan de Vida Church Family with Pastor Diego (Maria) Santos. On Saturday they hosted their annual Easter Egg Hunt for the community.

@ferrislanecommunitychurch @ihnpandevida Ferris Lane Community Church

Pastor Mark (Brenda) Coulter and our Barrie Ferris Lane Church Family hosted a joint Good Friday Service with our Barrie Pan de Vida Church Family with Pastor Diego (Maria) Santos. On Saturday they hosted their annual Easter Egg Hunt for the community.

@ferrislanecommunitychurch @ihnpandevida Ferris Lane Community Church

Pastor Lena (Caleb) Mortley and our Brampton Church Family had a wonderful Easter weekend. On Good Friday they hosted a joint service with the Brampton Spanish Church with many of their Happy Life Childcare families attending. They had some 200 people in the service. On Sunday, DS Steve and Pat Ottley join Pastor Lena and Caleb to celebrate Resurrection Sunday. It was a meaningful time of worship.

@brampton.naz

Pastor Lena (Caleb) Mortley and our Brampton Church Family had a wonderful Easter weekend. On Good Friday they hosted a joint service with the Brampton Spanish Church with many of their Happy Life Childcare families attending. They had some 200 people in the service. On Sunday, DS Steve and Pat Ottley join Pastor Lena and Caleb to celebrate Resurrection Sunday. It was a meaningful time of worship.

@brampton.naz

Join us Saturday, May 2, 2026 for our annual GROW Conference and NDI Convention!

Special guest speaker, Rev. Ryan Nelson, who currently serves as the Disability Ministry Coordinator for Global NDI Church of the Nazarene, will be leading two plenary sessions and a workshop. Five other workshops are being offered as well - something for everybody!

Our theme this year compliments the USA/Canada region NDI’s initiative: Becoming Christ-like Disciples. It is turn for you as a leader to be served, encouraged, and inspired.

https://www.ndicentral.ca/grow

Join us Saturday, May 2, 2026 for our annual GROW Conference and NDI Convention!

Special guest speaker, Rev. Ryan Nelson, who currently serves as the Disability Ministry Coordinator for Global NDI Church of the Nazarene, will be leading two plenary sessions and a workshop. Five other workshops are being offered as well - something for everybody!

Our theme this year compliments the USA/Canada region NDI’s initiative: Becoming Christ-like Disciples. It is turn for you as a leader to be served, encouraged, and inspired.

https://www.ndicentral.ca/grow

DS Steve and Pat Ottley were blessed as they joined Pastor Jani (Amy) Csoke and the Altona Connect Church Family as they journeyed to the foot of the cross on Good Friday through a blessed time of worship and a encouraging message.

Their Easter Sunday worship was one of great celebration, including an Easter egg hunt for the children before the service.

@altonaconnect

DS Steve and Pat Ottley were blessed as they joined Pastor Jani (Amy) Csoke and the Altona Connect Church Family as they journeyed to the foot of the cross on Good Friday through a blessed time of worship and a encouraging message.

Their Easter Sunday worship was one of great celebration, including an Easter egg hunt for the children before the service.

@altonaconnect

This week we ask you to pray for London 1st, led by Pastor Russell and Bethany Davis.

Pray that this church would be marked by prayer, with a fresh hunger to seek God’s guidance, wisdom, and presence in every part of church life and ministry.

Pray that discipleship pathways would grow stronger, and that believers would be equipped to grow in Christ and serve faithfully both in the church and in the wider community.

Pray also that God would raise up new leaders and new ministries, multiplying the church’s impact for His Kingdom.

@londonfirstnazarene

This week we ask you to pray for London 1st, led by Pastor Russell and Bethany Davis.

Pray that this church would be marked by prayer, with a fresh hunger to seek God’s guidance, wisdom, and presence in every part of church life and ministry.

Pray that discipleship pathways would grow stronger, and that believers would be equipped to grow in Christ and serve faithfully both in the church and in the wider community.

Pray also that God would raise up new leaders and new ministries, multiplying the church’s impact for His Kingdom.

@londonfirstnazarene

DS Steve Ottley visited our Ottawa Haitian Church on Sunday, March 29th. Pastor André and Anne Rose Chérazard faithfully lead this growing and vibrant congregation.

As a result of recent immigration challenges in the United States and the ongoing difficulties in Haiti, many Haitians have relocated to the Ottawa area. In response, the church has experienced significant growth in both attendance and ministry opportunities.

The congregation has been actively assisting refugee families with housing and food support. The District was also able to partner with NCM Canada to secure a grant to help strengthen this important ministry.

In addition, the church offers a number of vital ministries to the Haitian community, including a food bank, income tax return assistance (they are certified by the CRA), and workshops on topics such as mental health, parenting, and other practical life needs. Professionals from the Ottawa community regularly come to the church to lead these workshops.

The reality is that the rented facility they are currently using is no longer adequate for their growing needs. They have been faithfully raising funds toward the purchase of their own facility.

Please join us in prayer that God will provide a suitable place for this ministry to continue to flourish and that the necessary funding will be secured.

DS Steve Ottley visited our Ottawa Haitian Church on Sunday, March 29th. Pastor André and Anne Rose Chérazard faithfully lead this growing and vibrant congregation.

As a result of recent immigration challenges in the United States and the ongoing difficulties in Haiti, many Haitians have relocated to the Ottawa area. In response, the church has experienced significant growth in both attendance and ministry opportunities.

The congregation has been actively assisting refugee families with housing and food support. The District was also able to partner with NCM Canada to secure a grant to help strengthen this important ministry.

In addition, the church offers a number of vital ministries to the Haitian community, including a food bank, income tax return assistance (they are certified by the CRA), and workshops on topics such as mental health, parenting, and other practical life needs. Professionals from the Ottawa community regularly come to the church to lead these workshops.

The reality is that the rented facility they are currently using is no longer adequate for their growing needs. They have been faithfully raising funds toward the purchase of their own facility.

Please join us in prayer that God will provide a suitable place for this ministry to continue to flourish and that the necessary funding will be secured.

Congratulations to Pastors Doug and Jeannie Neufeld.

DS Steve Ottley (aka "The Bishop" according to their church sign) met with the pastors and church board on March 26th for their regular Church/Pastoral Relationship Review which takes place every 4 years. There was a wonderful spirit in the meeting as it was obvious that the relationship between Pastors Doug and Jeannie and church board is healthy.

It has been 39 years that Pastors Doug and Jeannie have been co-pastoring the Egypt Church — Praise God! The Church board has extended the their call for another 4 years. May the Lord continue to bless the ministry of this wonderful church family.

Congratulations to Pastors Doug and Jeannie Neufeld.

DS Steve Ottley (aka "The Bishop" according to their church sign) met with the pastors and church board on March 26th for their regular Church/Pastoral Relationship Review which takes place every 4 years. There was a wonderful spirit in the meeting as it was obvious that the relationship between Pastors Doug and Jeannie and church board is healthy.

It has been 39 years that Pastors Doug and Jeannie have been co-pastoring the Egypt Church — Praise God! The Church board has extended the their call for another 4 years. May the Lord continue to bless the ministry of this wonderful church family.

District Superintendent Steve Ottley recently visited our Ottawa Haitian Church, led by Pastor André and Anne Rose Chérazard.

Later this week, we’ll share how this church is faithfully meeting the needs of their community in a meaningful way. For now, we invite you to watch this short video of their children’s choir worshipping in their heart language, French.

District Superintendent Steve Ottley recently visited our Ottawa Haitian Church, led by Pastor André and Anne Rose Chérazard.

Later this week, we’ll share how this church is faithfully meeting the needs of their community in a meaningful way. For now, we invite you to watch this short video of their children’s choir worshipping in their heart language, French.

Congratulations to Pastor Mark and Brenda Coulter.

On Sunday, March 22, D.S. Steve Ottley met with Pastor Mark and the Barrie Ferris Lane Church Board for their quadrennial Church/Pastoral Relationship Review. A review of the church’s ministries and core values affirmed that the congregation is vibrant and healthy, including a strong and positive pastoral relationship. The review followed a wonderful worship service.

We praise God for the impact the Ferris Lane congregation is having in the region as Pastor Mark also provides oversight to our Markdale and Collingwood Erie Street congregations. The church has also partnered with our Bradford Spanish Church to plant the Barrie Pan de Vida Spanish Church, which meets in the Ferris Lane facility.

In addition, Ferris Lane Church operates the second-largest childcare centre in Barrie, and God continues to bless this important ministry.

At the conclusion of the review, the Church Board extended Pastor Mark’s call to serve Barrie Ferris Lane Church for another four-year term.

Congratulations to Pastor Mark and Brenda Coulter.

On Sunday, March 22, D.S. Steve Ottley met with Pastor Mark and the Barrie Ferris Lane Church Board for their quadrennial Church/Pastoral Relationship Review. A review of the church’s ministries and core values affirmed that the congregation is vibrant and healthy, including a strong and positive pastoral relationship. The review followed a wonderful worship service.

We praise God for the impact the Ferris Lane congregation is having in the region as Pastor Mark also provides oversight to our Markdale and Collingwood Erie Street congregations. The church has also partnered with our Bradford Spanish Church to plant the Barrie Pan de Vida Spanish Church, which meets in the Ferris Lane facility.

In addition, Ferris Lane Church operates the second-largest childcare centre in Barrie, and God continues to bless this important ministry.

At the conclusion of the review, the Church Board extended Pastor Mark’s call to serve Barrie Ferris Lane Church for another four-year term.

Good Friday only makes sense in light of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The resurrection is the triumph of life over death. The good news is that this is not only about future hope, but present transformation. The risen Christ gives power for new life now by His Spirit – the very same power that raised Christ from the dead.

The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.

Therefore, dear brothers and sisters, you have no obligation to do what your sinful nature urges you to do. For if you live by its dictates, you will die. But if through the power of the Spirit you put to death the deeds of your sinful nature, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. Romans 8:11-14 (NLT)

Good Friday only makes sense in light of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The resurrection is the triumph of life over death. The good news is that this is not only about future hope, but present transformation. The risen Christ gives power for new life now by His Spirit – the very same power that raised Christ from the dead.

The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, he will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.

Therefore, dear brothers and sisters, you have no obligation to do what your sinful nature urges you to do. For if you live by its dictates, you will die. But if through the power of the Spirit you put to death the deeds of your sinful nature, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. Romans 8:11-14 (NLT)

This week we ask you to pray for Kolapore Calvary, led by Pastors Leigh and Joyce Straiton.

Please pray for the Kolapore congregation as they continue to serve the community where God has placed them. Ask the Lord to strengthen their witness, deepen their love for one another, and use their church to point people to Jesus.

Pray also for Pastor Leigh and Joyce in these days. Ask God to give them health and strength as they carry out the work He has called them to do. May He sustain them, guide them, and help them serve with faithfulness and joy.

Let’s surround Kolapore Calvary in prayer this week.

This week we ask you to pray for Kolapore Calvary, led by Pastors Leigh and Joyce Straiton.

Please pray for the Kolapore congregation as they continue to serve the community where God has placed them. Ask the Lord to strengthen their witness, deepen their love for one another, and use their church to point people to Jesus.

Pray also for Pastor Leigh and Joyce in these days. Ask God to give them health and strength as they carry out the work He has called them to do. May He sustain them, guide them, and help them serve with faithfulness and joy.

Let’s surround Kolapore Calvary in prayer this week.

Holy Saturday – Grace in Waiting

This is the day of silence, waiting, and apparent absence. Yet God is still at work.

This day reminds all of us,and especially those who may be experiencing a difficult season of life through grief, illness, uncertainty, or unanswered prayer, that God is still moving in the silence.

I pray that you and your people will sit in that silence with the sure hope that God journeys with you. It was Francis de Sales who said:

“Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow; the same everlasting Father who cares for you today [and I would add, who died for you] will take care of you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering, or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations, and say continually: The Lord is my strength and shield; my heart has trusted in Him and I am helped. He is not only with me, but in me and I in Him.”

Holy Saturday – Grace in Waiting

This is the day of silence, waiting, and apparent absence. Yet God is still at work.

This day reminds all of us,and especially those who may be experiencing a difficult season of life through grief, illness, uncertainty, or unanswered prayer, that God is still moving in the silence.

I pray that you and your people will sit in that silence with the sure hope that God journeys with you. It was Francis de Sales who said:

“Do not look forward to what may happen tomorrow; the same everlasting Father who cares for you today [and I would add, who died for you] will take care of you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering, or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginations, and say continually: The Lord is my strength and shield; my heart has trusted in Him and I am helped. He is not only with me, but in me and I in Him.”

On Good Friday, we find ourselves at the foot of the cross, where we behold the atoning love of Christ Jesus.

“But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners” (Romans 5:8, NLT).

The picture of the cross speaks for itself, does it not? At the cross, we see the seriousness of sin, the depth of divine mercy, and the cost of our redemption.

As our churches preach Christ crucified this Good Friday, may the power of the Holy Spirit awaken the hearts of those who need to be drawn to a place of repentance. May we all be filled with gratitude as we re-surrender to Jesus and seek His power to live lives marked by holy love for God and for others.

On Good Friday, we find ourselves at the foot of the cross, where we behold the atoning love of Christ Jesus.

“But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners” (Romans 5:8, NLT).

The picture of the cross speaks for itself, does it not? At the cross, we see the seriousness of sin, the depth of divine mercy, and the cost of our redemption.

As our churches preach Christ crucified this Good Friday, may the power of the Holy Spirit awaken the hearts of those who need to be drawn to a place of repentance. May we all be filled with gratitude as we re-surrender to Jesus and seek His power to live lives marked by holy love for God and for others.

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