The Centre Community Church Lindsay

09/08/2026

This past Sunday the weather finally cooperated with us and we were outdoors at Nayoro Park, our last outdoor service of the year. Pastor Paul wrapped up our series in Hebrews 11, and this coming Sunday we'll be back in Ephesians to start the fall.

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09/06/2026

We'll be meeting outdoors at Nayoro Park today! Finally!!!
The weather is cooperating and so we'll be under the trees at the park. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on.
Parking is limited at the top of the hill (only 5 spaces) so let's do our best to save those for people with mobility issues. You can park on Durham St. or past the boat launch there is no curb and you're able to park on the grass. And if you're able to walk or car pool that's even better!
Will see you today at Nayoro Park at 4pm!

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09/05/2026

“I do confess myself one of the old-fashioned professors, that covet to ‘fear God and to honour the king’. I also am for blessing of them that curse me, for doing good to them that hate me, and for praying for them that despitefully use me, and persecute me. And have had more peace in the practice of these things, than all the world are aware of.”

John Bunyan, Of Antichrist And His Ruin (Bolton: First Rate Publishers, 2022), 51.

09/02/2026

Tonight's Bible study that was planned to be held at Memorial Park will now be hosted at the Weaver's house and will start at 7pm.

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09/02/2026

Good morning church,

In light of current events, and the general atmosphere of world events lately, it seems to me it would be good to have a reminder of what we're called to be and do as followers of Jesus and who our enemy actually is.

As Christians our enemy is not the US, Russia, Iran, Palestine, North Korea, China, Canada, Israel, the United Kingdom, or any country. Nor is any form of government or political party our enemy. Not Conservatives, Liberals, Republicans or Democrats. Neither socialism or communism, democratic republics or constitutional monarchies. Our enemy is not antifa or ICE, left or right wingers, mainstream media or conspiracy theorists. It also isn't other religions or beliefs: not Islam or Buddhism, Atheism or Agnostics, or any other belief system. Our enemy is not flesh and blood.

"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms" (Ephesians 6:12). Our battle is a spiritual one, and it will not be won fighting each other.

Satan wants us to see other people, other image bearers of God, as the enemy. He wants to divide us, isolate us, make us fearful and suspicious of anyone who doesn't look or think like us. He wants us to put all of our time and energy into fighting one another so that we won't fight him. He wants us to neglect our calling as Jesus' ambassadors and ministers of reconciliation (see 2 Corinthians 5:11-6:2) and instead have us tear each other down. We are called to be peacemakers, to love those who hate us, to pray for those who think we're the enemy (see Matthew 5). We are called to be compassionate and share the hope and love of Jesus. We are not called to pray for the destruction of those created by God, made in His likeness, but instead to pray for their salvation, that they too will be saved.

So how do we win this spiritual battle, how do we defeat Satan? Here's the good news -- we don't! Jesus has already won! He defeated sin and death at the cross through His resurrection (see Romans 8:1-4 and Hebrews 2:14-18). What we are called to do is stand our ground against the spiritual forces waiting for His return. And while we wait, we act as ambassadors, telling others about the Good News and invite them into God's Kingdom. That is our calling. That is our fight.

Today's prayer: "Heavenly Father, we thank You for our salvation, that through Jesus' sacrifice we have been set free and have new life in You. We are no longer slaves to fear but are children of God! Forgive us when we follow the ways of this world, fighting and accusing one another. Help us to offer Your peace and compassion, pointing others towards Jesus' love and the salvation that comes through Him alone. We pray this all in the name of Jesus, the Lamb of God, Amen!"

Blessings,
Pastor Mike

09/01/2026

Here's the video from this past Sunday when we were indoors once again! Pray with us that the sun will shine this coming weekend and we'll finally be able to meet outdoors at Nayoro Park.
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Hebrews 11:23-29 "Moses - Reluctant Faith"

08/30/2026

Good morning church,
Unfortunately once again the weather is not cooperating with us! The forecast is for ran off and on all day. So we will once again be indoors at Bethel. Please let others know and we'll see you at Bethel at 4pm.
Blessings,
Pastor Mike

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08/26/2026

Good morning church,

I like leftovers. In fact, there are some meals (like homemade lasagna) that I think are even better the second time around. And there's something about having a meal ready to go that you don't have to do anything except heat it up or eat it cold like me!

When Israel was walking through the desert on the way to the promised land God provided manna for them so that they wouldn't be hungry (you can read about in Exodus 16). Each morning the Israelites would find a thin layer of flakes that had the appearance of frost that they were to collect and make into a bread. Whatever they collected would only be good for that day, so each day they had to go out and get more.

Except on Fridays. On Friday they were instructed to get enough for two days because Saturday, the Sabbath, was to be a day of rest. And God allowed the manna to keep for an extra 24 hours without going bad. Leftovers!

So, what does this have to do with us today? Firstly, God's character has not changed. He is still Jehovah Jireh, "The Lord will Provide." He continues to provide for us. It may not be exactly what we want (can you imagine eating the same thing for 40 years!) but it's what we need. Secondly, while God provides, we still have to respond. The people of Israel went out each day to collect their food -- it wasn't brought to them. They had to trust that God would provide and then act and collect that provision. We cannot expect everything to be brought to us and dropped off at our feet. We're called to work with God and do our part trusting that He will do His. Thirdly, we need to trust that the system God has established works and is for our good. I'm sure it didn't make sense the first week of manna to collect double the amount on Friday, when every other day the manna went bad after 24 hours. We're still called to rest and not work seven days a week.

I'm sure there are more lessons for us to learn, but the main one is that we are to trust God. He will provide what we need, and it may come in the unlikeliest of ways. Our role is to work alongside Him and be satisfied in what He does.

"Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, 'The Lord is my portion; therefore I will wait for him.'" (Lamentations 3:22-24)

Today's prayer: "Heavenly Father, Jehovah Jireh, You are the One who gives us what we need. Help us to be content and trust that You know what is best. Help us to be satisfied in You alone. Forgive us when we try to store up more than what we need, trying to horde Your blessings. Help us to be giving as You are giving, and gracious as You are gracious. We pray this all in the name of Jesus our Saviour, Amen."

Blessings,
Pastor Mike

08/25/2026

Here's the video from this past Sunday. We were indoors once again. Praying that this Sunday is sunny and we are able to meet outside at Nayoro Park.
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08/23/2026

Hello church family
Once again the weather is unpredictable with on and off showers all afternoon, and so we will be indoors once again this Sunday. We'll gather at our regular time of 4:00 at Bethel. Let others know and we hope to see you there!
Blessings,
Pastor Mike

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