Atlantic Connexion

The Advent of Christ – The Gift of Waiting…

The first week of Advent is now upon us with a flurry of concerts and programs underway! It is the most wonderful time of the year to share the truth about the Christ-child. May His Presence in and through us open hearts for the transforming work of His Spirit this Christmas season.

Kings (Brent Ingersoll) had its first-ever double Jingle Jam on Friday evening (December 1st) at both the Halifax and Valley locations. Both events were packed with new families, tons of fun, food, drama and games. It was an amazing opportunity to reach into their communities. Hats off to Children’s Pastor Linda Lamos and her leaders.

Additionally there were about 15 child dedications (bottom pic) on Sunday as well – a perfect way to launch the Advent Season!

Combined Youth Ministry in Grand Bay

Darren Clark (River Valley) shared, “We had a First Light event in town on the weekend. An all nighter with the Baptists and Anglicans and us gathering together. Youth Pastor Mike Ross and crew stayed up all night running around the city doing various activities then coming back to River Valley for a rally and a movie. 35 plus kids and a few that we are excited to have made a connection within our own congregation!”

Deep Water Update: AJ (Kelly) Thomas shared his resignation as Lead Pastor over four services this weekend. He will continue to serve through the time of usual pastoral transition in July. CLICK HERE for this video announcement to the Deep Water family. Also – check out the launch of AJThomas.ca to find out what the next season of his leadership will offer!

CLICK HERE for New Caton’s Island Promo Video

At the heart of Caton’s Island is our mission to reach thousands of children and teens for Christ.

As 2023 draws to a close, we want to FINISH STRONG. The inflationary costs of programming, feeding our campers, and maintaining our facilities have hit us harder than anticipated. Will you consider an end of year financial gift to this important Kingdom work?

www.catonsisland.com/donate/

Your gift will ensure that we will continue to share Jesus Christ with this generation and the generations to come. We’re on our way to 2,025 campers by 2025!

Speaking of summer ministries…

CLICK HERE for CCCC CSJ Information

My week included two Zoom sessions with GS Wayne Schmidt sharing General Board action with several of our district superintendents from around the North American General Conference. It is encouraging to see how God is at work in guiding us to explore big possibilities for the future of TWC!

CLICK HERE to learn more!

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Two years ago, the General Board asked Dr. Chris Bounds to form a team of theologians to update the position statement of TWC on homosexualtiy. CLICK HERE to read this NEW statement just approved by the General Board in November.

Global Partners Annual Report – CLICK HERE

So many good things are unfolding in and through the International Wesleyan Church. Check out Global Partners Annual Report with more than 220 new Kingdom locations launched this year – PTL!

We are blessed to have several GP Missionaries sent out from our Atlantic Tribe including…

Carl & Maya Gilles

CLICK HERE for Gilles newsletter

Carl shared, “Today, we have a Wesleyan house-church in Chad where several former Muslims are worshiping Christ as Lord and Saviour. Our job is to find leaders like Ibrahim, to equip them, strategize with them, and facilitate their ministry by keeping them accountable and connected. We do this by recruiting leaders, meeting with them regularly, by developing training curriculums, preparing training events and passing the baton when the time comes.”

And Robin & Yoko White (Japan)

We can get the Bible right, but if we get love wrong – then we’re wrong. (Preston Sprinkle)
It’s very easy to vilify the sins of others that you don’t struggle with. (Preston Sprinkle)
It’s the kindness of God that leads you to repentance. (Preston Sprinkle, Romans 2:4)

Never heard of Preston Sprinkle? CLICK HERE to see his heart and wisdom in action! This book is a highly recommended resource for discipling the right kind of orthodox conversations engaged with love and kindness.

World Hope International – Christmas Opportunity

Clean water touches every aspect of our lives. And access to nearby clean water changes the game for vulnerable communities! This Christmas we are celebrating “When the Clean Water Came…” and inviting your church to partner with World Hope to help see transformation happen around the world. We have put together resources for you to make this easy from videos, to talking points, to social media posts and more!

CLICK HERE for all you need to engage your local church in this vision!

Being vs. Doing – A Critical Reminder

The energy and excitement of fall momentum is palpable. These are the easiest days to slip into old habits… to our peril of both cause and soul. Tyler Stanton gives us a phenomenal reminder about the essential rhythms of Vine-abiding that come through an intentional Rule of Life.

CLICK HERE and take a few minutes to watch as you recalibrate this priority in your ministry calling.
CLICK HERE if you prefer a Summary PDF to read.

At the center of every transforming, grounded disciple of Jesus is a vibrant life of prayer. Find below different formats for prayer including The Examen, Lectio Divina & Centring Prayer

CLICK HERE to download these resources to engage the core of your purpose in the Mary-Martha tension we all seek to manage.

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CLICK HERE for A Special Greeting from Steve DeNeff

SAVE THE DATE: Atlantic District 2024 Winter Ministerial
When: January 17-18, 2024
Where: Kings Church (Valley Location)
Who: Dr. Steve DeNeff
How: CLICK HERE for Registration Details (Hotel Booking Information Included)

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