Jericho Ridge Community Church
19533 64 Ave V3S 4J3 Surrey, BC, Canada

JRCC Connect Friday April 16

This weekend, we are learning two new songs as part of our online gathering. They are both simple and easy to pick up and we have included the links to the first one below. Here's what worship leader Jared Crossley said drew him to the song: "Every Promise of Your Word" (https://youtu.be/lR12igCoVKI) by Keith and Kristyn Getty... "I love how this song instructs us to commit to memory and to stand upon God’s promises revealed in Scripture."

Registration is now open for our Ministry Night AGM on Sun, May 2. We will be giving updates on what God is doing in this unique season in the life of Jericho, approving the 2020 financial statements, and discussing what post-COVID ministry will look like as we look to the future. This meeting will be conducted online via Zoom and pre-registration is required. Info is at https://www.jerichoridge.com//2021-05-02-ministry-night-2/

Living Well - Mental Health Peer Support Meets Tonight, April 13th at 7:00pm Speaker: Chris Rensch, MA, RCC, is speaking on Defence Mechanisms and healthy habits in response to traumatic experiences. In-person at North Langley Community Church 21015 96 Ave, Langley, BC (or via Zoom)... As an essential service, we care for your mental health and invite you to our in person peer-support group meeting Tuesday at 7 PM (all COVID-19 protocols are observed). We also offer a Zoom option for anyone who is unable to join us in-person. For Zoom details, please email Pastor Wally at [email protected]

Today is release day for Pastor Jenna's book on Spiritual Practices for families! We are excited to celebrate this milestone with her. You can order it on Amazon (we wish we could use a local bookseller but here's the link: https://www.amazon.ca//ref=cbw_us_ca_dp_narx_gl_book_mobil

Pastor Brad was on the Jill Bennett show on CKNW today talking about the current health restrictions and churches. If you want to have a listen check out the Audio on Demand function. Go to globalnews.ca/pages/audio-vault-CKNW/ and go to the 1:00 PM hour for today (the Jill Bennett show) then fast forward to minute 37.

It's sunny out there today BUT the weekend weather looks gross. Why not make some indoor plans? We are running 4 sessions of OPEN GYM again this Saturday, Feb 20. Don't miss out - Monday sold out. Register for your 1 hour spot online today at https://event-36925-de68.pushpayevents.com/

Our partner @mbseminary has put together an Easter Season Devotional resource featuring 47 daily devotions to guide you through the season of Lent (Feb 17-Apr 4). The readings focus on the Book of Revelation and feature writers from MB Seminary and MB churches across the country. Sign up at https://www.mbseminary.ca/devotions-sign-up/

Oops! Sorry to those who were watching our brand new Sunday AM live stream option over on Telus Optik TV channel 878. Unfortunately, we set it up to time out at 60 minutes and the gathering lasted a bit longer (you know those pastor-types :)) so you got cut off abruptly at the end. We'll work to resolve that for next weekend. (Other that this, we welcome your feedback on this new initiative).

Some people have a practice of fasting for Lent. What’s the purpose and importance of fasting? Is there a difference between intermittent fasting for my health and fasting for spiritual purposes? Do I have to fast only from food or can I give up other stuff? (like Facebook). Join us for a discussion on what to do and what not to do with regards to this overlooked but dynamic spiritual practice. https://www.jerichoridge.com/sermon/understanding-fasting/

Young Adults: Come out tonight at 7 PM and meet Pastor Jason!

Living Well - Supporting Mental Health Meeting Tuesday, Nov 24th at 7:00pm North Langley Community Church 21015 96 Ave, Langley ... GOOD NEWS! Dr. Bonnie Henry recognizes the importance of caring for our mental health and has stated that mental health support groups can continue to meet as long as we comply with the required COVID-19 protocols. This means that Living Well will continue to meet in-person tonight/Tuesday 7 PM at North Langley Community Church! And yes, we will continue to adhere to all COVID-19 safety protocols. We will also offer a Zoom option for anyone who is unable to join us in-person. For Zoom details, please email Pastor Wally at [email protected]

This morning we launched a MATCHING GIFT campaign with respect to our capital campaign building fund. Every gift made between now and Dec 31 will be matched dollar for dollar (up to $30,000)! You can give online or via e-transfer (more cost effective) - be sure to indicate that you above and beyond gift is for the Capital Campaign. Go to jerichoridge.com/give or email [email protected]. Thank you!

How would you respond if someone you know was considering medical assistance in dying? Join the team at MB Seminary for a live, online conversation to increase your awareness and build skills for ministering to those in need. This free event will be streamed online on Tuesday, November 24 from 1:00-2:30 (PST). Registration ends today. Check out https://www.mbseminary.ca/navigatemaid/

Christians are sometimes quick to whip out the "Matthew 18 principle". But we often forget the other vital things Jesus said in the same chapter about confrontation, relationships and forgiveness.

On Sun, Nov 29 we begin our 2020 Advent journey entitled "A Joyful Hope". Watch this video invite and consider sharing it with a friend and inviting them to join you next Sunday online

We are at our capacity limit for this morning's Watch Party (a first for JRCC!). We invite you to join us at home either on our church online platform or on our YouTube channel for a lively discussion of Matthew 18. We will also be sharing communion so make sure you have elements ready to go.

The now familiar mantra from Dr. Bonnie Henry reminds us to 'Be Kind, Be Calm, Be Safe'. An ancient version of this call to compassionate action appears in Ephesians 4:32 where we are invited to practice an intriguing but difficult set of attitudes and actions that will help us love our neighbours well.

Join us in-person for a physically distant gathering tomorrow AM. We have 30 spots currently open for you. Register online at https://event-33552-893d.pushpayevents.com/