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75th Anniversary
The Village Church of the Nazarene Celebrates 75 Years & The Goodness of God
“How good it is when brothers and sisters dwell together in harmony” (Psalm 133:1)… That’s what
we saw this weekend as the Village Church of the Nazarene began celebrations Friday night,
enjoying an old-time-Hymn-Sing-with-a-
to old favorites from special events, with an elegant choir leading. Included was a solo
rendition of ‘Lamb of God’ from the Nazarene radio program of the late 1980s.
Everyone loves a story and Saturday night ‘Franklin Follies’ did not disappoint. A look at the past as
members revisited more memorable moments… taking a group of teens on a convoy to Goose Bay
Labrador (What could go wrong?) to give an isolated sister church a facelift, painting, mending,
as well as encouragement… stories of mishaps and quick saves from family and friends…
including when the church was hit by lightning and a slice of life on the mission field. Between
the tales, precious video clips sent from members of the 1990s youth group touched our hearts. An
open mic at the end allowed for impromptu stories, the laughter was plentiful!
Both nights were followed with delicacies & decor provided by the ‘Fun-Faith-Fellowship Team’,
while a video montage of years gone by played in the background. A well-curated timeline of photos
was on display.
Celebration continued Sunday morning, as Rev. Les McAusland of Vancouver, who pastored the church
in the 1990s, gave a message of encouragement. The 2 pastors, served communion together. As a
benediction, the congregation was surprised as a “flash mob” rendition of ‘The Blessing’ began
with a lone voice, another beautiful voice chimed in, and another… in two languages, across
generations… crescendoing, until the entire congregation joined in, singing the blessing to
their families and friends including the final Amen-chorus.
RAllying for a group picture followed, along with a potluck, more hugs, 2 beautiful cakes, and
memories to carry us forward. What a church, what a family, what a team!
Article by Linda Daoust.
2024 High Tea Party
The 2024 High Tea Party was a great event
Thank you to all the participants, “the Fun Event Fellowship Team”, Channa the decorator, and the lovely Duo Serena & Jeff on music, also for those who help with the cleanup!
High Tea Party
Mystery Dinner
On November 19th, 2022 the Village Church in Ormstown was transformed into a cruise ship from the 1920s. The goal of this event was a mystery family reunion dinner, as a fundraiser for the youth attending Village Church. The amount of $1096 was raised. Bravo!
As the guests arrived the actor participants were given their scripts and were escorted to their tables. The mood was set under candlelight and the guests were offered a cordial sparkling drink.
The “Nazarina” cruise ship counted 70 passengers and 11 staff members on board. The evening incorporated a three-course meal, during which the actors introduced themselves.
The clues started to come out and the pressure was on. Everyone looked fabulous in their 1920 attire and they played their roles as real professionals. The evening was a refreshing reminder that taking time out can be fun!
We would like to thank all those who came out, Juanita, Chantal, Roberto, and Nova center for the decorations, Diane, and the youth servers. The organizing team, Dianne, Gregg, Wayne, and Johanne, and Captain Pastor Randy and his lovely wife Brenda.
by Johanne Gariepy
Men’s Group
This past Friday morning a group of men got together to make 2 large picnic tables in our church back yard by the river.
Randy provided the leadership, Paul the craftsmanship and Dale the wood. The rest of us were the assembly assistants. Finally, but not least, Ali arrived with the Tim Horton essentials to any work site.
A sunny day, enthusiastic workers and a solid leadership ensures many future and varied projects.
A big thank you to all involved.
Article by Gregg Eastwood
International Women’s Month
For the month of March, international women’s month the community came together to honour women in need. The initial objective for the month long project of collecting gently used purses filled with love was 100 purses. However, with our community’s generosity there were 187 purses in total donated.Achieving and surpassing our collection objective was so motivating and a reminder of how generous people can be. One young man who was celebrating his birthday asked for purses filled with beauty products instead of presents and donated over a dozen purses. Then there were three young brothers who put together three purses in honour of their mother.This simple project brought friends and family together to help those in need at several shelters such as Residence Elle, Accueil Elle, the Way out, Chez Doris, Resilience Montreal and Ukrainien refugee women.God bless the women who receive these purses filled with love.For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
Article by Lori Belair-Boyle
Church Elevator
The Franklin Church of the Nazarene now elevator accesible
This new addition to our church will make the building accessible to everyone of all ages and abilities.
The elevator will hold two people plus one wheelchair and extends from the basement to the sanctuary upstairs. A door on the left side parking lot accesses the elevator between the two floors.
Funding was raised over the past 5 months through multiple donations
The Franklin Church of the Nazarene is located at 52 rue Lambton, Ormstown, QC. J0S 1K0, programming begins at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Call 514-702-2822 for more information.
Roland and Linda Daoust
Retiring missionaries Roland and Linda Daoust recognized by Pastor Randy and Brenda Barrington.
The Franklin Center Church of the Nazarene was pleased to celebrate the ministry of retiring missionaries Roland and Linda Daoust. This being Covid 19 times creativity was necessary. The event was held February 7, 2021.
Pastor Randy and his wife Brenda drove out to their home in Hinchinbrook, Quebec and on behalf of the church presented a statuette given by Global Missions in recognition of their 20 years of service in the mission field. This was followed by a parade of church members who with enthusiastic honking drove by the front of Roland and Linda’s home.
Roland and Linda served as missionaries for 20 years in Vietnam and their Franklin church family would like to express its deep love and appreciation to them for their selfless dedication to God and for all of those whose lives have been impacted by their ministry
Thank you, Linda and Roland, for the sacrifices you have made all these years to faithfully bring the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ.
Watch the Missionary Appreciation Sunday Service.