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CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) CALL TO ACTION TO REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO BE AN ANTI-RACIST, PRO-RECONCILING CHURCH

June 15, 2020

As a response to the Black Lives Matter protests and demonstrations, the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Canada shared the Call to Action to “reaffirm the Disciples’ commitment to be an Anti-Racist, Pro-Reconciling Church.” Click here to read the full letter. 

As a community of faith, let us continue to take action to be the church we say we are, in faith, love and peace. 

A RECOMMITMENT TO RECOGNIZE AND COMBAT RACISM, DISCRIMINATION, AND UNEARNED PRIVILEGE: A STATEMENT FROM THE PRESIDENT AND GENERAL SECRETARY OF THE CANADIAN COUNCIL OF CHURCHES

June 4, 2020

Click the following link to read, A Recommitment to Recognize and Combat Racism, Discrimination, and Unearned Privilege. Hillcrest leadership supports this letter from the Canadian Council of Churches.

FIRST WORSHIP SERVICE ONLINE

April 4, 2020

Dear friends,

Our first ever online worship service last Sunday was a great reminder of Matthew 18:20, “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” As we enter Holy Week, we hope that you continue to be reminded of the miracle of Jesus Christ, and that because of Him, we are never alone. Seeing everyone congregate online continues to brighten up our spirit and we hope that you all can join us tomorrow for Palm Sunday worship at 11 a.m. As we continue to have worship service online, we will provide you with the login information every Saturday afternoon. Go to our Worship Online page for instructions on how to join via video/phone conference by clicking here.

Blessings,

The Ministerial Team and the Board of Elders/Administrative Board

WORSHIP ONLINE

March 28, 2020

Dear friends,

We hope you are all well and keeping in good spirit. It will be the second week since we’ve had to close Hillcrest Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) to practice safe measures due to COVID-19. As we continue to keep in faith, we will be holding modified worship services via video and phone conferences for the next few weeks, or otherwise notified. Please join us Sunday, March 29 for our first online worship service. Visit the Worship Online section of our website: www.hillcrestdisciples.ca/worship for login instructions and the Order of Worship.

We look forward to being online and on the phone with everyone again!

Blessings,

The Ministerial Team and the Board of Elders/Administrative Board

HILLCREST CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) COVID-19 UPDATE

March 18, 2020

Dear friends,

Hillcrest Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) acknowledges the precautionary measures being taken by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Government of Canada to keep everyone healthy and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result, Hillcrest Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) will be closed and worship services and regular activity will be postponed until further notice. Our Ministerial Team will continue to be available by phone (416-433-7997) and email (hillcrest@bellnet.ca), and regular updates can be found by visiting the News section of our website: www.hillcrestdisciples.ca/news. 

Our next priority will be to remotely communicate with members of the congregation to ensure their well-being, especially those who are home bound, living alone, or have health issues. As a community of faith, we also encourage you to reach out to friends and family to ensure they are all safe and well. If you, or anyone you know, is in need of assistance or prayers, please contact an Elder or a member of the Ministerial Team.

Guidelines to contain the coronavirus:

  • Wash your hands frequently
  • Use hand disinfectant if soap and water are not available
  • Sneeze and cough into your elbow
  • Refrain from touching your face and eyes
  • Practice social distancing in all situations
  • If you feel sick, stay home

If you are experiencing symptoms, contact Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000, your local public health unit or your primary care physician. 

We understand that this can be a very difficult time for many. We are in this together and continue to pray for the strength and healing power of Christ, that we may face whatever adversity we encounter with love and peace. 
In faith,

Ministerial Team and Board of Elders/Administrative Board

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