MRCC Blog
Christmas Eve
It was a lovely, mild winter evening to meet for our Christmas Eve services! Candles lit the auditorium as folks gathered. Nicole had activities ready for the children, and Nathan and Alaina provided some carol music in the fellowship hall. Pastor Bart welcomed everyone to the service, and as Maria gave the call to worship, Betty lit the Christ candle. The worship band led us in songs of the season, celebrating our Saviour’s birth. Bill, Maria and Peter had some…
GEMS in the Parade!
The GEMS girls are always excited to have a float in the Wingham Santa Claus parade, and this year was no exception! With the theme of gingerbread in the bakery, and shining for Jesus, the Wednesday morning coffee break ladies group set to work, designing and cutting. Tania whipped up 700 bags of cotton candy to be handed out with invitation cards to our Christmas Eve service. Josh drove the truck, the GEMS waved to the crowd, and the counsellors…
New Ministry Director
As our Kid’s Ministry continues to grow, we have hired a new ministry director. Nicole Klasen began working in November, and she is excited about the possibilities for children’s ministry. This Sunday she was commissioned in our worship service. After answering a few questions, leaders and children prayed over her, as she serves in this important role. Nicole and her husband Jeff have two little girls, and we wish Nicole God’s blessing, equipping and encouragement as she leads our children…
Youth Band
We are always excited when our Youth Band leads us in worship! Tyler opened the service and welcomed everyone. Briella, Shane, Alexa, Nathan, Micah, Landon, Charis and Alaina were the members of the band. They all did a great job! Thank you to Tyler and each band member for the time and effort they put into practice and for leading us so well.