Thought for the week - Prayers
We thank God for the opportunity to gather as a nationwide church this week in Kitchener, Ontario. About 380 people were together for this time of fellowship and worship. There was also a U30 group and more than 100 youth. Please pray that the connections and discussions during the Gathering will continue to build the church and help in discerning God’s leading in the future.
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June 8, 2025 Baptism
Five persons were baptised during our morning worship service:
Sharing faith stories. . .
Baptised in the name of the father, and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
You belong to Christ, in whom you have been baptised. Welcome to the body of Christ.
Do you claim your baptism and choose to continue to follow Jesus, trusting in the direction of the Holy Spirit?
We have witnessed your commitment to Christ, as we recognize you as members of this congregation.
I present you with this MRMC brick, and just as bricks are important in a building,
so to every follower of Jesus is an important part of the church family.
I present you with this brick encouraging you to keep it where you will see it often to remind you of this day.
And on behalf of the congregation of MRMC, I welcome you to our family of faith.
Many in the congregation gathered around for a laying-on of hands,
while pastor Emily prayed a prayer of blessing.
The Anabaptist Community Bible project:
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The Anabaptist Community Bible is a 500th Anniversary of Anabaptism project of MennoMedia, designed for a broad range of Anabaptist readers, and to draw readers deeper in faith and provide opportunities for reflection. This is the first Bible with commentary developed from an Anabaptist perspective. The bible is not an Anabaptist translation, but rather uses and existing translation, the Common English Bible (CEB). The CEB is a scholarly translation, not a paraphrase. But it is also highly readable, intended for an 8th grade reading level. In the spirit of the 16th century Anabaptists, this is a truly a “peoples’ Bible,” readily accessible to a wide range of ordinary people. The "peoples' Bible" concept is based on the source of the commentary. Menno Media put out an invite hoping for 500 groups of Anabaptists from around the world to contribute their current reflections on scripture. They received more than 500 responses, among them a response from MRMC. We were given three (3) passages to comment on. |
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This ad hoc small group from the congregation got together and worked on how they understand and respond to the three passages of scripture that were assigned to us. Their commentary was submitted to the committee that is editing and assembling the bible. The three passages that they worked on are Leviticus 23 and 24, Mark 15:33-47 and Psalm 32. Pre-orders at discounted prices are available now. There are three formats: Hardcover at $55.49, Soft-Touch (imitation leather) $64.49, and Limited-Edition Genuine Leather at $152.49. We are preparing a group order from the church to save on shipping costs. If you would like to be part of the group, please contact the church office or Joy K. Payment will be required once the order is placed, but the details for that are still being finalized. |
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Community Barbeque
Our Celebrate Summer event took place on June 16. It was a community project planned to happen in Scott Park, sponsored by the Westmount and Mount Royal community associations and Mount Royal Mennonite church.
But it rained.
However the 35 volunteers from the community and the church pivoted. The cooks and the barbeque remained outdoors but the rest of the activities moved into the church gym. And thanks to the efforts and flexibility of the volunteers we were still able to welcome about 200 community members to the party.
Great work crew!
Check out some photos.
2023 Christmas Project
Our annual Christmas project this year is the Prairie Harm Reduction Family Apartment. They are in constant need of diapers, pull-ups, formula, hygiene and menstrual products. Below are a couple of photos from our initial donation. We are accepting donation of needed products and money gifts designated to PHR Christmas project.
See herefor ways to donate through the church, or go directly to the Prairie Harm Reduction website
PHR staff accepting our first donation PHR Thank-you as posted on their Instagram
of collected materials page
Pickle Ball
Pickle Ball is happening. Monday & Wednesday evenings beginning at 6 PM and Tuesday and Thursday 1:30 PM. If you would like to be part of this, please use our contact form to request more information. Please be sure to include your contact information so that we can get back to you.
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Baby Boomers plus
Thursdays 10:30 AM
Baby Boomers have been entering their retirement for a few years already, while some are still working at jobs outside the home. This stage of life is a time of transition, sometimes entered with joy, at other times with real soul searching. A group of Boomers get together each week for conversation and mutual support and encouragement. And sometimes there are additional get togethers which include food. These conversations serve to normalize this stage of life, create community for the long haul and develop a creative life environment. Social and spiritual needs are addressed.
Forever in Motion
Tuesday and Thursday morning from 9:30- 10:15 AM
Come join your neighbours as we engage in low-intensity workouts twice a week. As we work at strength training and improve our balance and flexibility, we are careful to begin with warm-ups and end with stretches. Exercises are led by trained Forever in Motion personnel which help to keep us upright and moving while we build community with some great friends. Proof of Vaccination is expected as are masks and physical distancing – all to keep ourselves and each other safe and healthy. Come join us!