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New Generations Early Learning Centre, owned by Langley Christian School Society is hiring for 2 Support Worker positions starting this September. See the postings below for details.
Regent Christian Academy is launching a new elementary campus and needs to build up a library collection. If you have any gently used board books, fiction or nonfiction picture books, young adult novels, biographies, etc. that your family is finished with, we would greatly appreciate your donations! Contact Trilby at trilbyleanne@hotmail.com
A Crossridge family has the following apartment available for rent...Spacious, 2 Bedroom 2 bathroom 1288 Sq. Ft. End unit Apartment with Vaulted Ceiling!FEATURES:
- Bedrooms: Two generously sized bedrooms with large windows that allow plenty of natural light.
- Bathrooms: Two full bathrooms for convenience.
- Living Room: The living room features a vaulted ceiling, creating an open and inviting atmosphere.
- Kitchen: The kitchen is equipped with modern appliances and ample storage space.
- Additional Features: Central vacuum system and a laundry room with a stacked washer and dryer.
- Outdoor Space: The unit boasts two patios—one in the front and another at the back.
- SkyTrain Stations: A 5-minute walk to either King George or Surrey Central SkyTrain stations.
- Shopping: Conveniently located near Surrey Central Mall, where you’ll find Walmart, TNT Supermarket, and other essential shops.
- Parks: Just a 5-minute walk to Holland Park and a 10-minute drive to Green Timber Park.
- Library: A 10-minute walk to Surrey Central Library.
- $3000 (utilities not included, one parking spot & one storage room included)
- Security Deposit: One month's rent (if bringing a pet, additional half months rent is required for pet damage)
- Lease Terms: yearly on 1st year
A Crossridge family has the following rental suite available...
A Crossridge family has the following rental suite available...3 Bed, 1 Bath suite (~1100sqft) with separate laundry in the area of 208 St, and 48 Ave, Langley. Available April 1, 2024.For more information, email info@crossridge.church*The image associated with this post is not of the actual suite.
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness covered the surface of the watery depths, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. Then God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. God saw that the light was good, and God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light “day,” and the darkness he called “night.” There was an evening, and there was a morning: one day. -Genesis 1:1-3csb
As The Church turns to the season of Advent, it seems as if Creation itselfs enacts the principles of waiting in hope for light to dispel darkness. We wake in the dark, lose light in the afternoon before we’re ready and find ourselves longing for the heat of the same sun that we hid from mere months ago.But despite the shorter days and longer nights of this season, the story of Advent does not actually begin with darkness. In the same way the Gospel does not begin with sin, but with a good God creating goodness out of his own abundant goodness, the story of Advent begins with the True Light himself.What we sometimes forget is that even before the spirit of God hovered over the darkness- light existed in the eternal God. The biblical writers remind us that “God is light, and there is absolutely no darkness in him”(1 John 1:5.) He is the “Father of Lights who does not change like shifting shadows”(James 1:17) and the Immortal One who dwells in unapproachable light(1 Tim. 1:6.)In the opening scene of Genesis, the moment his first command “Let there be..” was obeyed, God’s light filled the earth. Empty chaos was conquered by ordered beauty. Darkness was put into submission to the light once for all. Its boundaries established, it would no longer rule over a formless, unordered earth. Instead God set lights in the expanse of the sky to rule over day and night and to separate light from darkness(Gen. 1:15). These heavenly lights were to carry his light to the earth, serving as neverending signs for seasons and days and yearsAnd they do! Day after day, night after night, sun, moon and stars never fail to carry light to the earth, a physical reality illuminating a beautiful spiritual truth: “For God who said Let Light shine out of darkness, has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of God’s glory in the face of Jesus Christ”(2 Cor. 4:6.) As confident we are that the sun will eventually rise each morning, we can be assured that God never stops shining his truth and goodness upon his creation. Because of his great love, we are not consumed. Even by the darkest December afternoon. God is light…and this story begins with him.Read Psalm 19:1-9 today, paying attention to the way it points to God as the one who brings both physical and spiritual light:
The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky proclaims the work of His hands. Day after day they pour out speech; night after night they communicate knowledge. There is no speech; there are no words; their voice is not heard. Their message has gone out to all the earth, and their words to the ends of the inhabited world. In the heavens He has pitched a tent for the sun. It is like a groom coming from the bridal chamber; it rejoices like an athlete running a course. It rises from one end of the heavens and circles to their other end; nothing is hidden from its heat. The instruction of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is trustworthy, making the inexperienced wise. The precepts of the Lord are right, making the heart glad; the commandment of the Lord is radiant, making the eyes light up. The fear of the Lord is pure, enduring forever; the ordinances of the Lord are reliable and altogether righteous. -Psalm 19:1-9
God, this Advent season we worship you as the True Light who gives light to the world, in whom there is no darkness. We need your light to shine into the darkness of our world and our own life; to comfort, guide and illuminate. We thank you for the light of your never ending truth and faithfulness. By your Holy Spirit, we ask you to fill us with the light of your love, that it may flow through us and out to a world that so desperately needs to see. Amen.
9:00 Gathering
- 8:45 - connect with worship leader to make sure slides are all in the correct order, and to see if there are any special items in the order of service.
- 8:50 - LIVE STREAM & A/V Recording
- Ensure the live stream is "ON AIR" using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- Start the VIDEO RECORDING using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- AUDIO RECORDING:
- Arm the recording by pressing the REC button on the sound board (light will turn from blue to flashing red)
- Start the recording by pressing the REC button on the sound board AGAIN (light will turn from flashing red to solid red - if it does not do this, please talk to Andy or the sound tech)
- Ensure the live stream is "ON AIR" using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- 9:00 - look for a "thumbs-up" or a nod from the worship leader and click the "worship lighting" slide in ProPresenter
- Please wait for this thumbs up or nod as we don't want the cameras on and lights on when we're still tuning guitars, etc.
- 10:15 (or at the end of the gathering) - LIVE STREAM & A/V Recording
- Stop the VIDEO RECORDING using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- Stop the AUDIO RECORDING using by pressing the STOP button on the sound board (record light will turn from solid red to blue - if it does not do this, please talk to Andy or the sound tech)
- DO NOT stop the live stream. Please leave it ON AIR, and do not "END STREAM" on YouTube.
10:45 Gathering
- 10:35 - connect with worship leader to make sure slides are all in the correct order, and to see if there are any special items in the order of service.
- 10:40 - A/V Recording (SEE IMAGES ABOVE FOR REFERENCE)
- Check to make sure the live stream is still "ON AIR" using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- Start the VIDEO RECORDING using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- If the video is already recording, that probably means the 9:00 tech forgot to stop it earlier. Stop the recording and restart it using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- AUDIO RECORDING:
- If the audio is already recording, that probably means the 9:00 tech forgot to stop it earlier. Stop the recording by pressing the STOP button on the sound board, and restart it using the next 2 steps
- Arm the recording by pressing the REC button on the sound board (light will turn from blue to flashing red)
- Start the recording by pressing the REC button on the sound board AGAIN (light will turn from flashing red to solid red - if it does not do this, please talk to Andy or the sound tech)
- 10:45 - look for a "thumbs-up" or a nod from the worship leader and click the "worship lighting" slide in ProPresenter
- Please wait for this thumbs up or nod as we don't want the cameras on and lights on when we're still tuning guitars, etc.
- 10:15 - or at the end of the gathering
- Stop the VIDEO RECORDING using either the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO
- Stop the AUDIO RECORDING using by pressing the STOP button on the sound board (record light will turn from solid red to blue - if it does not do this, please talk to Andy or the sound tech)
- Stop the live stream by pressing "ON AIR" on the StreamDeck or the ATEM SDI Extreme ISO...AND...open the YouTube Studio tab in Safari and click, "END STREAM" and then confirm when prompted.
A young female university student is looking for a place to rent in Surrey Central area. Student is quiet and is looking for a place to rent with a budget of around $1100. If you are able to accommodate or have any information to help out with this request, please email info@crossridge.church
Calling all CRKids Volunteers! If you are a current or prospective volunteer within our kids ministry, please register to attend one of our two mandatory training days. We will meet during the 9AM gathering on Sunday August 28 and again on Sunday September 4. As you register, you will be asked to indicate which of […]
Parents! A new ministry season is almost here, so we want to welcome you and your back and come together as we face this new year. If you’re new to Crossridge or have been here for a while and have kids in grade 6 through 12, but aren’t really sure what the deal is with […]
REGISTER NOW! Join us on Sunday, September 11 as we kick-off a new year with your choice of not one but TWO incredible meals! WHERE: theSQUARE WHEN: Breakfast: 10:15AM | Lunch: 12:00PM WHAT’S ON THE MENU: Breakfast: All-you-can-eat Pancakes! | Lunch: BBQ Burgers DO I NEED TO REGISTER: YES! Registration is required for anyone aged 2 and up. CAN […]
This picnic table can seat up to 8 people, and is being given away for free! Contact Cal @ 604 780 1325 if you’re interested.
The following items are available for free to anyone who would like them: Child’s Rocking Chair Classic/vintage child’s maple rocking chair in excellent condition. 12” x 15” (seat) x 29” Child’s Play Kitchen Includes fridge (14” x 16” x 37”); Cupboards with countertop (16” x 26”x 38”) and many “food” items. Sturdy wooden construction. Student […]
Kyra the Babysitter might be right for you! Kyra, and her parents & brothers, are long-time Crossridgers. You can contact her and find out more by visiting her website, or emailing babysitter081449@gmail.com
Someone in our church is looking for one (or maybe two) women to hire as a part-time personal support worker. Experience would be great but isn’t required. A supportive, can-do, positive attitude, possibly some food prep, light housekeeping, and help with personal care are some of the needs. For more information please contact info@crossridge.church
Our Key Verse for Mark! Use it as wallpaper on your phone and let the message of Easter linger in your heart a bit longer this year.
A gift for you. Words to remember. And live by. Click the image and download to your phone.
Some help with turning your observations into interpretations; particularly as it relates to our inductive study of the gospel of Mark.
A gift for you today, just for fun. Click the link to download the image and use it as wallpaper for your phone! This might not seem like the most “inspirational” of verses, but I hope that in the greater context you can begin to see this verse not as condemnation, but as an invitation.
A brief look at why Jesus used parables to teach and how we as modern readers can begin to understand the ones we find in Mark.
For those who are struggling with “what” to do “when,” here is a sample of how someone might schedule their 2 weeks of Independent Study(homework.) Feel free to adapt the sample progression to your own schedule! CR Women – Study Schedule [PDF]
A quick walk through the introductory verses of the Gospel of Mark, highlighting some of the key observations in 1:1-15 that set the stage for the rest of the book. Mark 1_1-15 Chart sample-2 [PDF]
This brief introductory video walks you through the method we apply to bible study. If you are new to study, this might help you understand the process.
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