News Letters (Page 3)
Stained Glass Window Shattered
Did anyone happen to see the article that appeared in the Toronto Star on October 4, 2025, under the above headline, announcing the appointment of the first female Archbishop of Canterbury? Sarah Mullally, Bishop of London, was chosen as the Church of England’s spiritual leader; her appointment will be made official in a formal ceremony at Canterbury Cathedral in January. What a milestone for a five-hundred-year-old church dominated by a male hierarchy that, in England, ordained its first female priests…
Guest Minister Won Hwang – Sept 14
Won Hwang has served as a pastor for 23 years, ministering to toddlers, children, youth, and adults with words and sacraments, pastoral care, and discipleship programming. He is passionate about teaching the Bible with biblical, creative, and fun programs. This passion led him to pursue biblical studies through Master of Divinity, Master of Theology, and the doctoral programs. He published Raffle Nextgen’s Bible Learning series on Nehemiah and the 10 commandments. Ordained in 2006 by the Presbyterian Church in Korea,…
November 1, 2025 – Minister’s Message
By coincidence, I ran into the worship service of our renting congregation, the United Church of God (UCG), right here in our sanctuary. It was Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, and I noticed the many cars parked outside. Out of curiosity, I stepped in and was able to witness their service firsthand. Now, here’s a fun fact: I actually happened to be born on Yom Kippur according to the Jewish calendar! Perhaps that means I should have an extra…
Good King Wenceslas – Who Was He?
Good King Wenceslas looked out on the Feast of Stephen,When the snow lay round about, deep and crisp and even.Brightly shone the moon that night, though the frost was cruel,When a poor man came in sight gath’ring winter fuel. “Hither, page, and stand by me if thou know’st it, tellingYonder peasant, who is he? Where and what his dwelling?”“Sire, he lives a good league hence, underneath the mountain,Right against the forest fence by Saint Agnes’ fountain.” “Bring me bread and…
October 29, 2025 – Weekly News
Download the PDF Oct. 29, 2025 Remembering Tree Service It is with much emotion that, this Sunday, we again remember our dear departed friends and loved ones whose names appear on that magnificent Remembering Tree at the back of our church. Sometimes, when I am alone in the church, I will actually touch the names of the ones who had a big impact on my life and who I miss to this very day. Ted Wallace and I became very…
October 22, 2025 – Weekly News
Download PDF Oct. 22, 2025 John 14:1-29 offers comfort through Jesus’ assurances that his followers’ hearts should not be troubled because he is preparing a place for them in heaven, and that he is the way, truth, and life to the Father. It also emphasizes the promise of the Holy Spirit, who will act as an advocate and guide, empowering believers to continue Jesus’ work and glorifying God. This passage challenges believers to live out the teachings of Christ through love and faithfulness,…
October 15, 2025 – Weekly News
Download the PDF Luke 18:1 And He told them a parable to the effect that they ought always to pray and not lose heart. It is worth noting that the two Greek verbs used to express “to pray” and “lose heart” are both in the present tense. One sense of present tense Greek verbs is continuation. In other words, Jesus exhorts us to pray continuously, without end, regardless of time. Yet there are at least three things that work against…
October 10, 2025 – Weekly News
Download the PDF Oct. 8, 2025 John 6:25-35 is a passage where Jesus calls the crowd to look beyond physical food to the spiritual “bread of life” he offers, which provides eternal sustenance and satisfies a deeper spiritual hunger for God and a relationship with Him. The passage emphasizes that true belief involves more than receiving tangible benefits; it requires a complete reliance on Jesus for spiritual nourishment and eternal life, transforming our worldview to one centered on what truly endures. The Crowd’s…
October 5, 2025 – Minister’s Message
Hallelujah! What a joyful day at Graceview! We celebrated the baptism of our new members, witnessing God’s amazing grace and the transforming power of faith in Jesus Christ. It was truly moving to see lives renewed and hearts opened to eternal salvation. Afterward, our potluck fellowship lunch brought everyone together with an abundance of dishes from many cultures — a delicious reminder of the love and unity we share as one family in Christ. I thank God for orchestrating such a beautiful day of…
October 1, 2025 – Weekly News
Download the PDF Oct. 1, 2025 Habakkuk 1:1-6 shows the prophet’s complaint to God about the rampant injustice and wickedness within his own community, which God does not seem to address. In verses 12-13, Habakkuk acknowledges God’s supreme holiness and unchanging nature, questioning how such a God can tolerate evil. God’s reply in 2:1-4 reveals his plan to use the Babylonians as an instrument of punishment, and Habakkuk is instructed to write this vision down and wait patiently for its fulfillment, as “the…
September 23, 2025 – Weekly News
Download the PDF Commentary on Luke 16:19-31Lois Malcolm As much as we would like to spiritualize the story of the Rich Man and Lazarus, it is very difficult to explain away its central message, especially given what Luke has to say about money and possessions elsewhere in his Gospel.The fates of these two individuals after death are very much tied to their experiences of wealth and poverty in this life.The rich man has no name, although he’s been given various…
September 17, 2025 – Weekly News
Download the PDF I know that we are technically still in the Summer season, but as I do my customary walks with Miss Ellie around 7:30 PM I have noticed how much darker it is getting earlier and earlier. What used to be a lovely evening walk now threatens me with having to put the glow light on Ellie’s collar and for me to don the reflective harness to alert oncoming cars that yes, we are on the sidewalk and…