READING
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Highlights
Ontario
Winter 2021
Edition:
A collection of stories, articles, testimonies, and updates from across the Ontario Conference. Please click the button below to read the latest edition (Winter 2021)
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COVID-19
Holiday
& Information
Resources
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UPCOMING
EVENTS

Latest upcoming conference events in Ontario
Mens Ministries

May 1 Ends: May 29 7:00am - 9:00am

Men’s Weekly Prayer Huddle
Sabbath School

May 1 Ends: May 29 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 02
Youth

May 25 Ends: Jun 30

Youth Missions Ontario
Prayer Ministries

May 28 8:00am - 9:00am

“Praying, Learning & Sharing”
Youth

May 28 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Live Youth Leaders’ Virtual Town Hall
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 5

Southern Ontario Regional Adventist Camp Meeting
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 4

SOARYN Camp Meeting 2022
Sabbath School

Jun 5 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sabbath School Superintendents and Secretaries Training
Personal Ministries

Jun 5 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Art of Obtaining Decisions
Youth

Jun 10 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Magnify – A Young Adult Worship Series
Sabbath School

Jun 12 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 03
Youth

Jun 26

ACF Class of 2022
Youth

Jul 8 Ends: Jul 9

Ontario Bible Bowl Championship
Adventurers

Jul 27 Ends: Jul 31

“I AM” Adventurer Virtual Camporee
Master Guide

Aug 3 Ends: Aug 6

MasterGuide Convention 2022
Mens Ministries

Sep 9 Ends: Sep 11

Men’s Ministry Campout: “Replenish”
Mens Ministries

May 1 Ends: May 29 7:00am - 9:00am

Men’s Weekly Prayer Huddle
Sabbath School

May 1 Ends: May 29 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 02
Youth

May 25 Ends: Jun 30

Youth Missions Ontario
Prayer Ministries

May 28 8:00am - 9:00am

“Praying, Learning & Sharing”
Youth

May 28 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Live Youth Leaders’ Virtual Town Hall
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 5

Southern Ontario Regional Adventist Camp Meeting
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 4

SOARYN Camp Meeting 2022
Sabbath School

Jun 5 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sabbath School Superintendents and Secretaries Training
Personal Ministries

Jun 5 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Art of Obtaining Decisions
Youth

Jun 10 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Magnify – A Young Adult Worship Series
Sabbath School

Jun 12 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 03
Youth

Jun 26

ACF Class of 2022
Youth

Jul 8 Ends: Jul 9

Ontario Bible Bowl Championship
Adventurers

Jul 27 Ends: Jul 31

“I AM” Adventurer Virtual Camporee
Master Guide

Aug 3 Ends: Aug 6

MasterGuide Convention 2022
Mens Ministries

Sep 9 Ends: Sep 11

Men’s Ministry Campout: “Replenish”
Mens Ministries

May 1 Ends: May 29 7:00am - 9:00am

Men’s Weekly Prayer Huddle
Sabbath School

May 1 Ends: May 29 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 02
Youth

May 25 Ends: Jun 30

Youth Missions Ontario
Prayer Ministries

May 28 8:00am - 9:00am

“Praying, Learning & Sharing”
Youth

May 28 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Live Youth Leaders’ Virtual Town Hall
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 5

Southern Ontario Regional Adventist Camp Meeting
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 4

SOARYN Camp Meeting 2022
Sabbath School

Jun 5 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sabbath School Superintendents and Secretaries Training
Personal Ministries

Jun 5 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Art of Obtaining Decisions
Youth

Jun 10 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Magnify – A Young Adult Worship Series
Sabbath School

Jun 12 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 03
Youth

Jun 26

ACF Class of 2022
Youth

Jul 8 Ends: Jul 9

Ontario Bible Bowl Championship
Adventurers

Jul 27 Ends: Jul 31

“I AM” Adventurer Virtual Camporee
Master Guide

Aug 3 Ends: Aug 6

MasterGuide Convention 2022
Mens Ministries

Sep 9 Ends: Sep 11

Men’s Ministry Campout: “Replenish”
Mens Ministries

May 1 Ends: May 29 7:00am - 9:00am

Men’s Weekly Prayer Huddle
Sabbath School

May 1 Ends: May 29 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 02
Youth

May 25 Ends: Jun 30

Youth Missions Ontario
Prayer Ministries

May 28 8:00am - 9:00am

“Praying, Learning & Sharing”
Youth

May 28 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Live Youth Leaders’ Virtual Town Hall
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 5

Southern Ontario Regional Adventist Camp Meeting
General Ontario Conference

Jun 3 Ends: Jun 4

SOARYN Camp Meeting 2022
Sabbath School

Jun 5 10:30am - 12:30pm

Sabbath School Superintendents and Secretaries Training
Personal Ministries

Jun 5 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Art of Obtaining Decisions
Youth

Jun 10 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Magnify – A Young Adult Worship Series
Sabbath School

Jun 12 Ends: Jun 26 10:30am - 12:30pm

The Qualified Sabbath School Teacher Course ES 03
Youth

Jun 26

ACF Class of 2022
Youth

Jul 8 Ends: Jul 9

Ontario Bible Bowl Championship
Adventurers

Jul 27 Ends: Jul 31

“I AM” Adventurer Virtual Camporee
Master Guide

Aug 3 Ends: Aug 6

MasterGuide Convention 2022
Mens Ministries

Sep 9 Ends: Sep 11

Men’s Ministry Campout: “Replenish”
Click Here For Full Conference Events List
Latest upcoming local church events in Ontario
Toronto Central

Apr 2 Ends: Jun 4

Bible Truths Revealed Online
Milton

May 15 Ends: Jun 5

Be Healthy, Wealthy, And Wise
Ruth

May 21 Ends: Jun 4

Revealing Truth
Toronto Central

Apr 2 Ends: Jun 4

Bible Truths Revealed Online
Milton

May 15 Ends: Jun 5

Be Healthy, Wealthy, And Wise
Ruth

May 21 Ends: Jun 4

Revealing Truth
Toronto Central

Apr 2 Ends: Jun 4

Bible Truths Revealed Online
Milton

May 15 Ends: Jun 5

Be Healthy, Wealthy, And Wise
Ruth

May 21 Ends: Jun 4

Revealing Truth
Toronto Central

Apr 2 Ends: Jun 4

Bible Truths Revealed Online
Milton

May 15 Ends: Jun 5

Be Healthy, Wealthy, And Wise
Ruth

May 21 Ends: Jun 4

Revealing Truth
Click Here For Full Local Church Events List

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BLOG POSTS,
NEWS & ARTICLES

General Ontario Conference
Apr 21st, 2022
What Can We Do at Home to Care for the Environment?

As Christians, we believe that God created the Earth and us and has entrusted us to care for the planet and each other. What practical things can we do at home to care for the Earth’s environment? Before you step into action, pray individually and with your family about what God desires you to do […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
General Ontario Conference
Apr 14th, 2022
Benefit Concert Raises $7300 for Ukraine

Photo Credit: Karine E. Joseph – kejphoto.com On March 26, the People Matter Project, in partnership with ADRA Canada, hosted an Emergency Relief Benefit Concert for those affected by the war in Ukraine. All of the donations raised were directed to ADRA Canada to support their relief efforts in and around Ukraine. When news broke […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Apr 8th, 2022
Richmond Hill Church Helps Ukraine One Pierogi at a Time

I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. Edward Everett Hale “What can we do?” As the Russia-Ukraine war started on February 24 raged on, Ukrainian Elita Carrasco, whose parents are […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Mar 25th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit Prepares Attendees for a Post-Pandemic World

On day one of Ontario Conference’s virtual Mission and Leadership Summit (Friday and Sabbath, March 4 and 5), Pastor Alina van Rensburg quoted this challenging statement from leading congregational researcher Scott Cormode. Shockingly, she noted, he made this statement “before 2020, when our world and church were turned upside down by a global pandemic.” All […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Ontario Conference Holds First Ordination Service Since 2019

On December 11, 2021, an intimate group of friends, family and colleagues gathered at Really Living Centre in Hamilton for Ontario Conference’s first ordination since 2019. Bad weather did not prevent them from supporting Pastors Andrew Thomas (Ruth Church), R. J. Becbec (then-Scarborough, now Barrie Church), Rui Oliveira (Niagara and St. Catharine’s Churches) and Kirk […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Worship that Connects Summit Dispels Myths and Sheds Light on True Worship

Ontario Conference’s Worship that Connects Summit, Friday, December 10, and Sabbath, December 11, 2021, redefined worship, dispelled myths and facilitated a worship renewal. Its thesis was that true worship is not a weekly event; it’s a lifestyle. Moreover, worship is foundational to “Connecting Like Jesus.” As Mansfield Edwards, president, explained, “The God we encounter in […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Youth
Feb 10th, 2022
Creating a Safe Space for Youth

Last April, New York Times writer Adam Grant suggested that the dominant emotion of 2021 was languishing. Languishing isn’t depression or burnout; instead, it’s “feel[ing] somewhat joyless and aimless.” It’s having a sense of “stagnation and emptiness.” Whether languishing or sliding down the slippery slope to depression, youth appear to be most at risk for […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Jan 27th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit

On Friday, March 4, and Sabbath, March 5, Ontario Conference is hosting a province-wide Mission and Leadership Summit. It will run from 6:30-8:30 pm on Friday, and 4-7 pm on Sabbath, Eastern time. As in 2021, our primary mission this year will be “Connecting Like Jesus” and making disciples for Him; however, in 2022, we […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Oct 27th, 2021
Connecting Like Jesus Through Acts of Kindness

In a world where breaking news is often violent and tragic and the COVID-19 menace seems determined to stay, it is worth investing in our capacity to be kind and generous to our fellow human beings. In the U.S. and Canada, there is a day set aside called Random Acts of Kindness Day. In Canada, […]

Author
Mansfield Edwards
Conference President
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Worship That Connects

This year, we introduced the theme of “Connecting Like Jesus” as a vehicle for becoming a conference of only growing and multiplying churches. Our first-ever virtual camp meeting and ministries convention (June 29 – July 3, 2021) successfully conveyed that, to fulfill the gospel commission, we must first connect with God, then with others, like […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Connecting Across Our Differences

The second virtual Society of Adventist Communicators Conference (Oct. 17-19) gave attendees from across the North American Division more tools to connect like Jesus through media and communications. In the final keynote speech on the 19th, titled “Connecting Across Our Differences.” Pastor Joanne Cortes of Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church (Washington, D.C., area) shared some gems […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 8th, 2021
Lessons on Connecting Like Jesus from Heritage Green Church Retreat

This past weekend (Fri., Oct. 1 to Sun., Oct. 3), I joined roughly 90 people for the Heritage Green Church’s family retreat at Camp Frenda. Most participants were Heritage Green members, but visitors came from Immanuel, Bronte, Guelph, Richmond Hill and Willowdale Churches. It was a blessing to fellowship in person, outside the church setting, […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 1st, 2021
Ontario Conference Dedicates Future Camp Meeting Site to God

On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, nearly 30 Ontario Conference office workers gathered for a dedication ceremony at our new campground, the beautiful, 56.2-acre Rolling Hills, just outside of Barrie. They were joined by a virtual audience (817 to date), viewing the live stream at youtube.com/AdventistOntario. The day had a joyous, relaxed tone, as, after years […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Sep 17th, 2021
Second Virtual Workers’ Meeting Helps Ontario Conference Workers Connect Like Jesus 

At the Ontario Conference’s second virtual workers’ meeting (Monday to Wednesday, September 13 to 15, 2021), Ontario Conference workers gained timely tools and wisdom for “Connecting Like Jesus”—our current theme. Bible workers, pastors and teachers alike appreciated getting equipped to navigate ministry given COVID-19 and other challenges. Raul Gonzalez, pastor of Brampton Spanish and Spanish […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 25th, 2021
Tips for Renewing Your Mind This Fall

Fall has long been one of my favourite seasons, from the promise of a new school year to the beauty of trees changing colours to the family gatherings. For many, autumn also brings increased activity and a drive to end the year strong after the dog days of summer. As the pandemic lingers, this fall […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 6th, 2021
Over 102K Learn to Connect Like Jesus During Ontario Conference’s First-ever Virtual Camp Meeting

For most Adventists, Camp Meeting is as much of a staple as haystacks; so much so that in 2019, 7,700+ Ontario church members gathered at Mississauga’s International Centre for a full day of Camp Meeting services. Unfortunately, COVID restrictions shut down our 2020 Camp Meeting. But this year, President Mansfield Edwards and other Conference leaders […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Apr 21st, 2022
What Can We Do at Home to Care for the Environment?

As Christians, we believe that God created the Earth and us and has entrusted us to care for the planet and each other. What practical things can we do at home to care for the Earth’s environment? Before you step into action, pray individually and with your family about what God desires you to do […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
General Ontario Conference
Apr 14th, 2022
Benefit Concert Raises $7300 for Ukraine

Photo Credit: Karine E. Joseph – kejphoto.com On March 26, the People Matter Project, in partnership with ADRA Canada, hosted an Emergency Relief Benefit Concert for those affected by the war in Ukraine. All of the donations raised were directed to ADRA Canada to support their relief efforts in and around Ukraine. When news broke […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Apr 8th, 2022
Richmond Hill Church Helps Ukraine One Pierogi at a Time

I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. Edward Everett Hale “What can we do?” As the Russia-Ukraine war started on February 24 raged on, Ukrainian Elita Carrasco, whose parents are […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Mar 25th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit Prepares Attendees for a Post-Pandemic World

On day one of Ontario Conference’s virtual Mission and Leadership Summit (Friday and Sabbath, March 4 and 5), Pastor Alina van Rensburg quoted this challenging statement from leading congregational researcher Scott Cormode. Shockingly, she noted, he made this statement “before 2020, when our world and church were turned upside down by a global pandemic.” All […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Ontario Conference Holds First Ordination Service Since 2019

On December 11, 2021, an intimate group of friends, family and colleagues gathered at Really Living Centre in Hamilton for Ontario Conference’s first ordination since 2019. Bad weather did not prevent them from supporting Pastors Andrew Thomas (Ruth Church), R. J. Becbec (then-Scarborough, now Barrie Church), Rui Oliveira (Niagara and St. Catharine’s Churches) and Kirk […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Worship that Connects Summit Dispels Myths and Sheds Light on True Worship

Ontario Conference’s Worship that Connects Summit, Friday, December 10, and Sabbath, December 11, 2021, redefined worship, dispelled myths and facilitated a worship renewal. Its thesis was that true worship is not a weekly event; it’s a lifestyle. Moreover, worship is foundational to “Connecting Like Jesus.” As Mansfield Edwards, president, explained, “The God we encounter in […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Youth
Feb 10th, 2022
Creating a Safe Space for Youth

Last April, New York Times writer Adam Grant suggested that the dominant emotion of 2021 was languishing. Languishing isn’t depression or burnout; instead, it’s “feel[ing] somewhat joyless and aimless.” It’s having a sense of “stagnation and emptiness.” Whether languishing or sliding down the slippery slope to depression, youth appear to be most at risk for […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Jan 27th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit

On Friday, March 4, and Sabbath, March 5, Ontario Conference is hosting a province-wide Mission and Leadership Summit. It will run from 6:30-8:30 pm on Friday, and 4-7 pm on Sabbath, Eastern time. As in 2021, our primary mission this year will be “Connecting Like Jesus” and making disciples for Him; however, in 2022, we […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Oct 27th, 2021
Connecting Like Jesus Through Acts of Kindness

In a world where breaking news is often violent and tragic and the COVID-19 menace seems determined to stay, it is worth investing in our capacity to be kind and generous to our fellow human beings. In the U.S. and Canada, there is a day set aside called Random Acts of Kindness Day. In Canada, […]

Author
Mansfield Edwards
Conference President
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Worship That Connects

This year, we introduced the theme of “Connecting Like Jesus” as a vehicle for becoming a conference of only growing and multiplying churches. Our first-ever virtual camp meeting and ministries convention (June 29 – July 3, 2021) successfully conveyed that, to fulfill the gospel commission, we must first connect with God, then with others, like […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Connecting Across Our Differences

The second virtual Society of Adventist Communicators Conference (Oct. 17-19) gave attendees from across the North American Division more tools to connect like Jesus through media and communications. In the final keynote speech on the 19th, titled “Connecting Across Our Differences.” Pastor Joanne Cortes of Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church (Washington, D.C., area) shared some gems […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 8th, 2021
Lessons on Connecting Like Jesus from Heritage Green Church Retreat

This past weekend (Fri., Oct. 1 to Sun., Oct. 3), I joined roughly 90 people for the Heritage Green Church’s family retreat at Camp Frenda. Most participants were Heritage Green members, but visitors came from Immanuel, Bronte, Guelph, Richmond Hill and Willowdale Churches. It was a blessing to fellowship in person, outside the church setting, […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 1st, 2021
Ontario Conference Dedicates Future Camp Meeting Site to God

On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, nearly 30 Ontario Conference office workers gathered for a dedication ceremony at our new campground, the beautiful, 56.2-acre Rolling Hills, just outside of Barrie. They were joined by a virtual audience (817 to date), viewing the live stream at youtube.com/AdventistOntario. The day had a joyous, relaxed tone, as, after years […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Sep 17th, 2021
Second Virtual Workers’ Meeting Helps Ontario Conference Workers Connect Like Jesus 

At the Ontario Conference’s second virtual workers’ meeting (Monday to Wednesday, September 13 to 15, 2021), Ontario Conference workers gained timely tools and wisdom for “Connecting Like Jesus”—our current theme. Bible workers, pastors and teachers alike appreciated getting equipped to navigate ministry given COVID-19 and other challenges. Raul Gonzalez, pastor of Brampton Spanish and Spanish […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 25th, 2021
Tips for Renewing Your Mind This Fall

Fall has long been one of my favourite seasons, from the promise of a new school year to the beauty of trees changing colours to the family gatherings. For many, autumn also brings increased activity and a drive to end the year strong after the dog days of summer. As the pandemic lingers, this fall […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 6th, 2021
Over 102K Learn to Connect Like Jesus During Ontario Conference’s First-ever Virtual Camp Meeting

For most Adventists, Camp Meeting is as much of a staple as haystacks; so much so that in 2019, 7,700+ Ontario church members gathered at Mississauga’s International Centre for a full day of Camp Meeting services. Unfortunately, COVID restrictions shut down our 2020 Camp Meeting. But this year, President Mansfield Edwards and other Conference leaders […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Apr 21st, 2022
What Can We Do at Home to Care for the Environment?

As Christians, we believe that God created the Earth and us and has entrusted us to care for the planet and each other. What practical things can we do at home to care for the Earth’s environment? Before you step into action, pray individually and with your family about what God desires you to do […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
General Ontario Conference
Apr 14th, 2022
Benefit Concert Raises $7300 for Ukraine

Photo Credit: Karine E. Joseph – kejphoto.com On March 26, the People Matter Project, in partnership with ADRA Canada, hosted an Emergency Relief Benefit Concert for those affected by the war in Ukraine. All of the donations raised were directed to ADRA Canada to support their relief efforts in and around Ukraine. When news broke […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Apr 8th, 2022
Richmond Hill Church Helps Ukraine One Pierogi at a Time

I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. Edward Everett Hale “What can we do?” As the Russia-Ukraine war started on February 24 raged on, Ukrainian Elita Carrasco, whose parents are […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Mar 25th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit Prepares Attendees for a Post-Pandemic World

On day one of Ontario Conference’s virtual Mission and Leadership Summit (Friday and Sabbath, March 4 and 5), Pastor Alina van Rensburg quoted this challenging statement from leading congregational researcher Scott Cormode. Shockingly, she noted, he made this statement “before 2020, when our world and church were turned upside down by a global pandemic.” All […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Ontario Conference Holds First Ordination Service Since 2019

On December 11, 2021, an intimate group of friends, family and colleagues gathered at Really Living Centre in Hamilton for Ontario Conference’s first ordination since 2019. Bad weather did not prevent them from supporting Pastors Andrew Thomas (Ruth Church), R. J. Becbec (then-Scarborough, now Barrie Church), Rui Oliveira (Niagara and St. Catharine’s Churches) and Kirk […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Worship that Connects Summit Dispels Myths and Sheds Light on True Worship

Ontario Conference’s Worship that Connects Summit, Friday, December 10, and Sabbath, December 11, 2021, redefined worship, dispelled myths and facilitated a worship renewal. Its thesis was that true worship is not a weekly event; it’s a lifestyle. Moreover, worship is foundational to “Connecting Like Jesus.” As Mansfield Edwards, president, explained, “The God we encounter in […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Youth
Feb 10th, 2022
Creating a Safe Space for Youth

Last April, New York Times writer Adam Grant suggested that the dominant emotion of 2021 was languishing. Languishing isn’t depression or burnout; instead, it’s “feel[ing] somewhat joyless and aimless.” It’s having a sense of “stagnation and emptiness.” Whether languishing or sliding down the slippery slope to depression, youth appear to be most at risk for […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Jan 27th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit

On Friday, March 4, and Sabbath, March 5, Ontario Conference is hosting a province-wide Mission and Leadership Summit. It will run from 6:30-8:30 pm on Friday, and 4-7 pm on Sabbath, Eastern time. As in 2021, our primary mission this year will be “Connecting Like Jesus” and making disciples for Him; however, in 2022, we […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Oct 27th, 2021
Connecting Like Jesus Through Acts of Kindness

In a world where breaking news is often violent and tragic and the COVID-19 menace seems determined to stay, it is worth investing in our capacity to be kind and generous to our fellow human beings. In the U.S. and Canada, there is a day set aside called Random Acts of Kindness Day. In Canada, […]

Author
Mansfield Edwards
Conference President
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Worship That Connects

This year, we introduced the theme of “Connecting Like Jesus” as a vehicle for becoming a conference of only growing and multiplying churches. Our first-ever virtual camp meeting and ministries convention (June 29 – July 3, 2021) successfully conveyed that, to fulfill the gospel commission, we must first connect with God, then with others, like […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Connecting Across Our Differences

The second virtual Society of Adventist Communicators Conference (Oct. 17-19) gave attendees from across the North American Division more tools to connect like Jesus through media and communications. In the final keynote speech on the 19th, titled “Connecting Across Our Differences.” Pastor Joanne Cortes of Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church (Washington, D.C., area) shared some gems […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 8th, 2021
Lessons on Connecting Like Jesus from Heritage Green Church Retreat

This past weekend (Fri., Oct. 1 to Sun., Oct. 3), I joined roughly 90 people for the Heritage Green Church’s family retreat at Camp Frenda. Most participants were Heritage Green members, but visitors came from Immanuel, Bronte, Guelph, Richmond Hill and Willowdale Churches. It was a blessing to fellowship in person, outside the church setting, […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 1st, 2021
Ontario Conference Dedicates Future Camp Meeting Site to God

On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, nearly 30 Ontario Conference office workers gathered for a dedication ceremony at our new campground, the beautiful, 56.2-acre Rolling Hills, just outside of Barrie. They were joined by a virtual audience (817 to date), viewing the live stream at youtube.com/AdventistOntario. The day had a joyous, relaxed tone, as, after years […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Sep 17th, 2021
Second Virtual Workers’ Meeting Helps Ontario Conference Workers Connect Like Jesus 

At the Ontario Conference’s second virtual workers’ meeting (Monday to Wednesday, September 13 to 15, 2021), Ontario Conference workers gained timely tools and wisdom for “Connecting Like Jesus”—our current theme. Bible workers, pastors and teachers alike appreciated getting equipped to navigate ministry given COVID-19 and other challenges. Raul Gonzalez, pastor of Brampton Spanish and Spanish […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 25th, 2021
Tips for Renewing Your Mind This Fall

Fall has long been one of my favourite seasons, from the promise of a new school year to the beauty of trees changing colours to the family gatherings. For many, autumn also brings increased activity and a drive to end the year strong after the dog days of summer. As the pandemic lingers, this fall […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 6th, 2021
Over 102K Learn to Connect Like Jesus During Ontario Conference’s First-ever Virtual Camp Meeting

For most Adventists, Camp Meeting is as much of a staple as haystacks; so much so that in 2019, 7,700+ Ontario church members gathered at Mississauga’s International Centre for a full day of Camp Meeting services. Unfortunately, COVID restrictions shut down our 2020 Camp Meeting. But this year, President Mansfield Edwards and other Conference leaders […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Apr 21st, 2022
What Can We Do at Home to Care for the Environment?

As Christians, we believe that God created the Earth and us and has entrusted us to care for the planet and each other. What practical things can we do at home to care for the Earth’s environment? Before you step into action, pray individually and with your family about what God desires you to do […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
General Ontario Conference
Apr 14th, 2022
Benefit Concert Raises $7300 for Ukraine

Photo Credit: Karine E. Joseph – kejphoto.com On March 26, the People Matter Project, in partnership with ADRA Canada, hosted an Emergency Relief Benefit Concert for those affected by the war in Ukraine. All of the donations raised were directed to ADRA Canada to support their relief efforts in and around Ukraine. When news broke […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Apr 8th, 2022
Richmond Hill Church Helps Ukraine One Pierogi at a Time

I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. Edward Everett Hale “What can we do?” As the Russia-Ukraine war started on February 24 raged on, Ukrainian Elita Carrasco, whose parents are […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Mar 25th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit Prepares Attendees for a Post-Pandemic World

On day one of Ontario Conference’s virtual Mission and Leadership Summit (Friday and Sabbath, March 4 and 5), Pastor Alina van Rensburg quoted this challenging statement from leading congregational researcher Scott Cormode. Shockingly, she noted, he made this statement “before 2020, when our world and church were turned upside down by a global pandemic.” All […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Ontario Conference Holds First Ordination Service Since 2019

On December 11, 2021, an intimate group of friends, family and colleagues gathered at Really Living Centre in Hamilton for Ontario Conference’s first ordination since 2019. Bad weather did not prevent them from supporting Pastors Andrew Thomas (Ruth Church), R. J. Becbec (then-Scarborough, now Barrie Church), Rui Oliveira (Niagara and St. Catharine’s Churches) and Kirk […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Feb 25th, 2022
Worship that Connects Summit Dispels Myths and Sheds Light on True Worship

Ontario Conference’s Worship that Connects Summit, Friday, December 10, and Sabbath, December 11, 2021, redefined worship, dispelled myths and facilitated a worship renewal. Its thesis was that true worship is not a weekly event; it’s a lifestyle. Moreover, worship is foundational to “Connecting Like Jesus.” As Mansfield Edwards, president, explained, “The God we encounter in […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Youth
Feb 10th, 2022
Creating a Safe Space for Youth

Last April, New York Times writer Adam Grant suggested that the dominant emotion of 2021 was languishing. Languishing isn’t depression or burnout; instead, it’s “feel[ing] somewhat joyless and aimless.” It’s having a sense of “stagnation and emptiness.” Whether languishing or sliding down the slippery slope to depression, youth appear to be most at risk for […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
General Ontario Conference
Jan 27th, 2022
Mission and Leadership Summit

On Friday, March 4, and Sabbath, March 5, Ontario Conference is hosting a province-wide Mission and Leadership Summit. It will run from 6:30-8:30 pm on Friday, and 4-7 pm on Sabbath, Eastern time. As in 2021, our primary mission this year will be “Connecting Like Jesus” and making disciples for Him; however, in 2022, we […]

Author
Website Admin
The Website Administrator
Communications
Oct 27th, 2021
Connecting Like Jesus Through Acts of Kindness

In a world where breaking news is often violent and tragic and the COVID-19 menace seems determined to stay, it is worth investing in our capacity to be kind and generous to our fellow human beings. In the U.S. and Canada, there is a day set aside called Random Acts of Kindness Day. In Canada, […]

Author
Mansfield Edwards
Conference President
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Worship That Connects

This year, we introduced the theme of “Connecting Like Jesus” as a vehicle for becoming a conference of only growing and multiplying churches. Our first-ever virtual camp meeting and ministries convention (June 29 – July 3, 2021) successfully conveyed that, to fulfill the gospel commission, we must first connect with God, then with others, like […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 22nd, 2021
Connecting Across Our Differences

The second virtual Society of Adventist Communicators Conference (Oct. 17-19) gave attendees from across the North American Division more tools to connect like Jesus through media and communications. In the final keynote speech on the 19th, titled “Connecting Across Our Differences.” Pastor Joanne Cortes of Beltsville Seventh-day Adventist Church (Washington, D.C., area) shared some gems […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 8th, 2021
Lessons on Connecting Like Jesus from Heritage Green Church Retreat

This past weekend (Fri., Oct. 1 to Sun., Oct. 3), I joined roughly 90 people for the Heritage Green Church’s family retreat at Camp Frenda. Most participants were Heritage Green members, but visitors came from Immanuel, Bronte, Guelph, Richmond Hill and Willowdale Churches. It was a blessing to fellowship in person, outside the church setting, […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Oct 1st, 2021
Ontario Conference Dedicates Future Camp Meeting Site to God

On Tuesday, September 28, 2021, nearly 30 Ontario Conference office workers gathered for a dedication ceremony at our new campground, the beautiful, 56.2-acre Rolling Hills, just outside of Barrie. They were joined by a virtual audience (817 to date), viewing the live stream at youtube.com/AdventistOntario. The day had a joyous, relaxed tone, as, after years […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Sep 17th, 2021
Second Virtual Workers’ Meeting Helps Ontario Conference Workers Connect Like Jesus 

At the Ontario Conference’s second virtual workers’ meeting (Monday to Wednesday, September 13 to 15, 2021), Ontario Conference workers gained timely tools and wisdom for “Connecting Like Jesus”—our current theme. Bible workers, pastors and teachers alike appreciated getting equipped to navigate ministry given COVID-19 and other challenges. Raul Gonzalez, pastor of Brampton Spanish and Spanish […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 25th, 2021
Tips for Renewing Your Mind This Fall

Fall has long been one of my favourite seasons, from the promise of a new school year to the beauty of trees changing colours to the family gatherings. For many, autumn also brings increased activity and a drive to end the year strong after the dog days of summer. As the pandemic lingers, this fall […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director
Communications
Aug 6th, 2021
Over 102K Learn to Connect Like Jesus During Ontario Conference’s First-ever Virtual Camp Meeting

For most Adventists, Camp Meeting is as much of a staple as haystacks; so much so that in 2019, 7,700+ Ontario church members gathered at Mississauga’s International Centre for a full day of Camp Meeting services. Unfortunately, COVID restrictions shut down our 2020 Camp Meeting. But this year, President Mansfield Edwards and other Conference leaders […]

Author
Christelle Agboka
Communications Director

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