What Binds Us Together
It's All About His Grace
April 21, 2024
Today marks the end of our series "What Binds Us Together". This series has taken us through the membership covenant to remind us all about why the local church is so vital. This week we'll remind ourselves that It's All About His Grace. The covenant ends with this phrase: May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with us all. Amen. What better way to anchor ourselves in the truth of God's Word and the beauty of the local church than by reminding ourselves of the fact that without God's grace, it's all for naught. Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give
Finding a New Church One Day
April 14, 2024
It's hard to believe, but we're almost to the end of our series, "What Binds Us Together". This series has taken us through the membership covenant to remind us all about why the local church is so vital. This week we'll talk about the time when you might need to find a new church home one day. Moving is hard to do, and even more so when you love your church home! But God calls us to stay connected with the local church, so if you find yourself in a new location we want you to plug in to a new church. This doesn't mean we don't love you or grieve that you are moving on! Rather, it's because we love you that we want to see you using your gifts in a new church. Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give
Giving Our Best to the Work of the Ministry
April 7, 2024
We're returning to our "What Binds Us Together" series on the church covenant by looking at the topic, "Giving Our Best to the Work of the Ministry." Our covenant says, "We will work together for the continuance of a faithful evangelical ministry in this church, as we sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline, and doctrines. We will contribute cheerfully and regularly to the support of the ministry, the expenses of the church, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel through all nations." Working and serving the Lord in community is a significant part of the Christian life!
Laughing and Crying Together
March 10, 2024
We will rejoice at each other’s happiness and endeavor with tenderness and sympathy to bear each other’s burdens and sorrows. (Rom 12:15; Gal 6:2) How do we laugh and cry together as a church? This message is part of the series on our membership covenant at Calvary Burlington.
Raising Our Families Together
February 25, 2024 • Deuteronomy 6
Our mission as a church must demonstrate a passion and commitment to the gospel - for ourselves and our church. Our Member Covenant talks about raising our families to love and serve the Lord, but this is not just for parents - it's for all believers!
Making Our Meeting Together a Priority
February 18, 2024
This Sunday we continue with the series on the Membership Covenant with a message called, Making Our Meeting Together a Priority. Our covenant says, "We will not forsake the assembling of ourselves together, nor neglect to pray for ourselves and others" and dovetails quite beautifully with last week's message to walk together in love and encourage one another. God wants us in community because that is where we grow and where we can help each other grow. We'll journey through the fundamental steps of Christian life—faith, baptism, and daily reliance on God's help. This series isn't just for those who've made a public profession of faith; it's for anyone seeking to understand the essence of our connection with God and the beauty of walking in unity. So, come and be part of this series. Let’s uncover the responsibilities and support that come with our commitment to God and His family. Together, we'll discover how these sacred bonds can uplift, guide, and strengthen us all. Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give
Walking In Love Together
February 11, 2024 • Pastor Aaron Groat • Colossians 3:16, Matthew 18:15, John 13, Hebrews 12, Romans 16
In this series, we're uncovering why a covenant is vital not just as a formality, but as a living, breathing testament to our faith in Christ and to our commitment to each other. Today we will see about the what it means to walk in love together and how we live that out as a community of believers. Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give
You Need God's Help to Do This
February 4, 2024 • Pastor Aaron Groat
"We will seek, by Divine aid, to live carefully in the world..." The basis of our covenant is not on our own merit, but on God's gracious aid and the empowering of His Spirit. Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give
You Need to Be Baptised
January 28, 2024 • Pastor Aaron Groat • 1 Corinthians 12:13, Acts 2, Acts 8, Romans 6, Acts 22
Baptism announces to the world that we have repented and believed, and we want to live according to the new life that Christ has given us. It's not only important to us as believers, we believe that we have no choice but to respond to the call to be baptised. Learn more in today's message.
You Need to Be Christian
January 21, 2024 • Mark 1:15
This sermon series, "What Binds Us Together," delves into the heart of our church's membership covenant—but it's more than that. It's about the spiritual threads that weave through each of our lives, drawing us closer to God and to one another. Whether you're a long-standing member or you're still finding your spiritual footing, this series will resonate with the core of what it means to be part of this faith community. Today's message focuses on the Gospel, the heart of our covenant. What does it mean to be Christian, and why does it help us live well in community? Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give
Why Have a Church Covenant?
January 14, 2024 • Pastor Aaron Groat • Hebrews 10
This Sunday we begin our new Sermon Series based on our Membership Covenant. Whether you're a long-standing member or you're still finding your spiritual footing, this series will resonate with the core of what it means to be part of the church. We'll kick off with the question that underpins our collective walk: Why have a church covenant? In this thought-provoking series, we'll uncover why a covenant is vital not just as a formality, but as a living, breathing testament to our faith in Christ and to our commitment to each other. Learn more about Membership and view the Membership Covenant here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/membership Join us in person each Sunday at 10:00 am at 2458 St Frances Drive. The digital bulletin can be found here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/bulletin If you are interested in learning more about Calvary, want to connect with us, or interested in learning more, visit https://calvaryburlington.ca/connect-card To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world with the Gospel of Jesus, click here: https://calvaryburlington.ca/give