Jesus once asked his disciples this pointed question: “Who do you say I am?” (Mark 8:29) It was, of course, Peter who blurted out the answer: “You are the Christ!” This question can be equally powerful when we ask God for his answer for ourselves and others. He may not blurt out the answer like Peter did, but he will gently and […]
We want to be a community in which nobody gets left out or left behind. This means relationship – lots of relationship! There are many organized venues for encouraging community (think Outer Circle, House Groups, Service opportunities, etc) and there are many organic opportunities (think lunch invitations, parties, farm days, etc). Both are valuable, however
We’ve said it verbally for the past few Sundays but we’ll write it here too, just in case you missed it – 2017 turned out to be another year of amazing provision which we’re humbled by and thankful for. We even ended the year with a small surplus. Thank you to those who joined with
Here’s a very special invitation for everyone at WCV. September 27 – 30 the Himalayan Region Vineyard is hosting a big conference during which they will be commissioned to be their own Association of Vineyard Churches. This is an exciting and normal part of the growth process for groups of Vineyard churches. This release as their own association won’t change
I came across this painting by Sister Grace Remington a few years ago while doing research for a sermon. I can’t recall what the sermon was on but this painting has stayed with me, lingering in my inbox. It moved me then and it still moves me now. I find myself in it – perhaps you will too.
Admittedly, this is a bit of a redundant question. Of course the right answer to the question is, “yes, I want to grow this year!” Yet conditions for growth require more than a willingness on our part – even if that willingness is full of passion. Perhaps this is why growth is often difficult to see,
We’d like to take this opportunity to wish everyone in the WCV community a merry Christmas. It’s amazing that we’re here again – another revolution around the sun and on the eve of another new year. Throughout this Advent season we’ve been exploring the gospel of John and the idea of homecoming. We hope you’ve
Here’s a shout-out from David Ruis, Vineyard Canada’s National Director (along with Anita). Here David looks forward to 2017 and gives a few key points points about what to look forward to in 2017. David Ruis gives end of ’16 address to the #VTribe; looking forward to ’17 from David Ruis on Vimeo.
Our goal is growth. We want to grow into a rich fertile field that produces a lot of Kingdom fruit. Ok, ok – so that’s a little vague and is a little heavy with “Christian-ese”! Let me spell it out like this: Jesus, in his 3 years on earth, was involved in a number of groups,
2016 Budget: $441,580 Offerings to date: $369, 842 What we still need for December: $71, 738 These, simply, are the numbers regarding our current 2016 financial reality. While they are, in one way, our current situation, there is another reality at work behind these numbers. That is the simple truth that God provides and always has provided for us.
Jeff Leighton and I recently had the privilege to travel to Nepal to be with our Himalayan Region Vineyard family. The purpose of my trip was twofold: 1) to report on the earthquake recovery and rebuilding efforts, and 2) to be together and celebrate God’s goodness and presence in a conference right at the epicentre
Make sure you come out and support the Himalayan Region Vineyard’s Women’s Co-op at the annual Third + Bird Craft Market. Here’s Deb Kelly with an invitation: Saturday 10am – 4pm Sunday 11am – 4pm (don’t go during church!) Please note that even though it’s open on Friday, their admissions have been sold out. Transcona Country
This year our theme for Advent is “The Heart Has A Home” – a series based in viewing the Christmas story through the gospel of John. Make sure you pick up a copy of the accompanying booklet from the Info Table so you can follow along with the weekly devotional thoughts and scripture. In fact, why
