Men's Breakfast & Hike 10/17/26
There's eating sure, but this time there's a scenic hike as well.

Rev. Graham Clinton • Pastor
September 24, 2026

2 Minute Read
We sharpen each other

Through gathering together intentionally we build relationships with each other and with our God. We are better together and we call each other forward.

The Proposal

Men's Brotherhood, what do you think about that name? I’m just playing around with it.

Well, some of you might have already heard directly from Rob Morse about this, cause it’s his brilliant idea. For those who haven’t or for those who just wanted some more info, here we are.

The Breakfast

It seems that men don’t gather without some food being involved but this time it will be a little different. This time we are not really focusing so much on the food part.

On Saturday October 17, 2026 we will meet at 10 AM at the Tim Horton’s on Main Street Stouffville. You can either grab some food and COFFEE ☕ there or bring your food from wherever. This way the cost is whatever you want it to be. We will gather together in the parking lot to organize and then head off to the forest together.

The Hike

ELDRED KING WOODLANDS 16232 HWY 48

We start here ⬇️

Then we will drive in and park here ⬇️

A glorious, spacious parking lot.

The Trailhead ⬇️

Look for this ⬇️

Then we walk to here ⬇️

The Trail: Don’t worry, it’s an easy walk in and out on a wide, gently sloping path. From the parking lot to the pond is just about 1.5 KM.

The Summary

📅 Men's Brotherhood – Saturday, October 17, 10 AM
Meet at Tim Horton’s on Main Street (grab food from “Tim’s” or bring your breakfast from wherever.) We meet, we eat, then we walk.

Upcoming: THE CHOSEN Premiere of Season 06 Episode 01

For the whole family, not just for the menfolk.


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Thursday October 01, 2026
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September 24, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Men's Breakfast & Hike 10/17/26
We sharpen each other Through gathering together intentionally we build relationships with each other and with our God. We are better together and we call each other forward. The Proposal Men's Brotherhood, what do you think about that name? I’m just playing around with it. Well, some of you might have already heard directly from Rob Morse about this, cause it’s his brilliant idea. For those who haven’t or for those who just wanted some more info, here we are. The Breakfast It seems that men don’t gather without some food being involved but this time it will be a little different. This time we are not really focusing so much on the food part. On Saturday October 17, 2026 we will meet at 10 AM at the Tim Horton’s on Main Street Stouffville. You can either grab some food and COFFEE ☕ there or bring your food from wherever. This way the cost is whatever you want it to be. We will gather together in the parking lot to organize and then head off to the forest together. The Hike ELDRED KING WOODLANDS 16232 HWY 48 We start here ⬇️ Then we will drive in and park here ⬇️ A glorious, spacious parking lot. The Trailhead ⬇️ Look for this ⬇️ Then we walk to here ⬇️ The Trail: Don’t worry, it’s an easy walk in and out on a wide, gently sloping path. From the parking lot to the pond is just about 1.5 KM. The Summary 📅 Men's Brotherhood – Saturday, October 17, 10 AM Meet at Tim Horton’s on Main Street (grab food from “Tim’s” or bring your breakfast from wherever.) We meet, we eat, then we walk. Upcoming: THE CHOSEN Premiere of Season 06 Episode 01 For the whole family, not just for the menfolk.

Rev. Graham Clinton

Pastor

September 24, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
Thursday September 24, 2026
Welcome to the weekly update 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected looking forward. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. -GALATIANS 6:9- DON'T GIVE UP! On this ROAD TRIP, in earnest pursuit of Christ, we are being brought together in2one. We have hope and freedom in the love of Jesus. September 06 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 01 The Reluctant Hero 13 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 02 Killer Giants 20 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 03 The Abigail Way 27 Checkpoint I FAMILY REUNION: Rev. Derek & Bonnie Burnett October 04 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 04 The Great King 11 THANKSGIVING / SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 05 When Dreams Come True 18 Things Jesus Never Said I 01 You Don’t Need To Forgive Them 25 Checkpoint I Communion I Gratitude SundayUpcoming Events SEPTEMBER LAUNCH DATES 09 Ladies Bible Study 9:15AM & 7PM 12 Young Adults 7PM 13 IN2ONE @ Buckingham Manor 3PM 13 ONE ANOTHER Sermon Discussion Group 7PM 17 Craft & Chat 10AM 27 Family Reunion 10AM 27 IN2ONE @ Buckingham Manor 3PM 28 Mugs & Muffins 10AM FAMILY REUNION Sunday September 27 We want to welcome back all of our travellers and reset for a new ministry season. Rev. Derek & Bonnie Burnett, International Workers in Thailand and long time extended family members at in2one will be joining us. It's better when you're here. It's better when we are together. LUNCH TO FOLLOW! What can you bring?SIGN UP For IN2ONE Family ReunionORDER TICKETSNew here? We'd love to connect. COMMUNICATIONS Stay up to date with everything that is happening in each of these ministry areas by SUBSCRIBING to the ones that impact you the most. These UPDATES are available to anyone who goes to the website to locate them. SUBSCRIBING notifies you when the latest info goes public so that you can be the first to know. Latest UpdatesKid’s & Family MinistryWomen’s MinistryMen’s MinistryShared Solitude Last Week's Message SPOTLIGHT: David I 03 The Abigail Way | Pastor Graham Clinton 1 Samuel 25:2–44 Humble shepherd. Giant-slayer. Gifted poet. Mighty warrior. Flawed man. Legendary leader. We explore the life of one of history's most famous kings over five episodes. Watch last week’s sermon 👇in2one YouTube ChannelVisit Sermon Archive Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer.Submit Prayer RequestsGo To Prayer Hub Here is a PRAYER for you to pray this week: A Prayer For Awareness Of God’s Work In My Life: God, I know that You are faithful and good. You have given me new life and love me as Your child. You are with me on my best days, and carry me through the worst. You protect me and guide me. Please continue to show me how You are working in my life and in the lives of those around me. Help me to focus on my future with You, and to be a witness to Your work. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. We believe in reflecting Jesus to the world around us in many ways and one of the most practical is through generosity. We believe and practice generosity in TIME, TREASURE and TALENT.Give Now Here Useful Thoughts BELIEVE & DO “Too many Christians are content to believe rather than do.” — Andy Stanley James 1:19-27 19 My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, 20 because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. 21 Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you. 22 Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. 23 Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror 24 and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. 25 But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it—not forgetting what they have heard, but doing it—they will be blessed in what they do. 26 Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless. 27 Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. Don't give up! Focus well and keep driving forward on this ROAD TRIP in earnest pursuit of Jesus. -Pastor Graham- In2one Measurables From Last Week PEOPLE OnMain St: 52 OnLine: 23 Total: 75 DONATIONS Total $4,950 Thank you for your kindness, generosity and applied trust in our God. Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , YouTube , X (Twitter) 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM 6235 Main St., Stouffville, ON L4A 1G5 See you soon ☀️

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Pastor

September 22, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
Shape Of The Rule
It seems that sometimes, even multiple times a day, we are hearing about leaders, governments, laws and leadership choices. Typically these are phrased in a perpetually pejorative, dread-the-present and fight-the-future manner. As followers of Jesus our very mindset is a declaration of the Kingdom of God. We live with hope in the midst of chaos. We know that we are not to be swayed by the ups and downs of the world for we are a people of another place, another nation, another King. As we live we bring the Kingdom of God into existence and so the very way in which we live and move and have our being, matters. The New Testament writers set about the writing of their documents very intentionally and their intentions are not always immediately apparent to us. So keep your eyes open and practice thinking beyond yourself and beyond what just seems to come to you naturally. Consider this: By placing the story of Herod beheading John (the Baptist) and the story of Jesus (the King) feeding the five thousand back-to-back, gospel writer Matthew directly, yet implicitly compares the kind of rule represented by King Herod to the kind of kingship represented by King Jesus. Both stories involve meals. Herod's meal focuses on Herod (it's his birthday), and it begins with extremely concerning "entertainment" for guests who were likely chosen based on rank and status, and ends with a prophet's decapitated head on a plate. Not a meal for the faint of stomach. Jesus' meal begins with his compassion for the crowds of all those who desire to be near him, includes a miraculous abundance shared by all, and ends with those closest to him leaving with more than they started. At Herod's meal, the presence of the "crowd" manipulates this king towards murder... indeed, Herod is manipulated and controlled by "the crowd," his wife/step-daughter, and his guests. The "crowd"/"guests" at Jesus meal also move him ... despite the fact that he has gone to a wilderness place to be alone, when huge crowds of people demanding his attention, he is deeply moved by them, and responds with both healing and feeding. Both kings "command": -Matthew 14:9- 9 The king was distressed, but because of his oaths and his dinner guests, he ORDERED that her request be granted ... Matthew 14:19- 19 And he DIRECTED the people to sit down on the grass. ... Even though the words are translated differently Matthew, the author is using the same Greek verb (κελεύω) to describe the command. Herod's command is the manipulated, violent, powerful command of a tyrant, representative of everything wrong with arbitrary human power. Jesus' command is a direction to take one's place at the table, to put oneself in the position to be fed by him. Both kings host these meals and issue these commands in particular places. The King's birthday presumably took place in a place of power, whereas Jesus' feeding is explicitly and repeatedly said to take place in a "wilderness" area, one associated by the disciples (and perhaps also by an echo of the wilderness through which Israel wandered) with a lack of food, a place where life cannot flourish. But as in the Israel's wilderness wanderings, so here: the King's presence makes the wilderness a place of abundance. At Herod's feast, the guests play no role other than to passively receive the entertainment (which I suspect is morally dubious at best and sexually exploitative of Herodias' daughter at worst) and passively endorse/encourage Herod's murder of the prophet. At Jesus' feast, his most intimate circle of guests play a crucial role. Jesus invites them to play host with him, providing the beginnings out of which he provides the feast. They get to become the means by which the Lord of the Banquet provides his kingdom feast in the wilderness. The gospel is the good news that kings like Herod do not rule the universe, even if and when they cut off the heads of the prophets with earthly impunity. The gospel is the good news that Jesus reigns, and that his reign is characterized by commands that bring life, gatherings that heal, feasts that feed all in the wilderness and invite citizens of God's kingdom to joyfully and freely participate in setting the table. The gospel is the good news that God reigns, more powerfully than any earthly king, and out of a heart that "loves righteousness and justice." God reigns regardless of who it is that you see, sitting on the “throne.” The thrones that we see physically about us, do not hold real, true, extensive power and/or control. True power belongs to God and God alone, who stands the tests and trials of time. His will shall be done on Earth as it is in Heaven, but the manner in which this will come about is transformative and not coercive. That patience to transform is awe-inspiring to a rush-rush, hurry-hurry, my-way-or-the-highway world longing for “strong” leadership. Reflect well your King. Be the appearance and the aroma of Christ wherever you travel. EXTRA thoughts: It is incredible to me that English translations consistently fail to translate the two instances of the verb κελεύω using the same English word in these texts. Why? Is it to soften Jesus' words, to make them sound less bossy or something? ... although "ordered" (NRSV; ESV) doesn't sound less command like to me. NIV's "directed" seems like a softening compared to "command" or "order," and NET's "instructed" certainly does. It frustrates me no matter the reason, but an attempt to soften the ordering language would be particularly frustrating, since it would seem to obscure what I think Matthew is doing, namely, subtly, powerfully juxtaposing two kings and two kingdoms.

Rev. Graham Clinton

Pastor

September 17, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
Thursday September 17, 2026
Welcome to the weekly update 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected looking forward. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. -GALATIANS 6:9- DON'T GIVE UP! On this ROAD TRIP, in earnest pursuit of Christ, we are being brought together in2one. We have hope and freedom in the love of Jesus. September 06 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 01 The Reluctant Hero 13 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 02 Killer Giants 20 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 03 The Abigail Way 27 Checkpoint I FAMILY REUNION: Rev. Derek & Bonnie Burnett October 04 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 04 The Great King 11 THANKSGIVING / SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 05 When Dreams Come True 18 Things Jesus Never Said I 01 You Don’t Need To Forgive Them 25 Checkpoint I Communion I Gratitude SundayUpcoming Events SEPTEMBER LAUNCH DATES 09 Ladies Bible Study 9:15AM & 7PM 12 Young Adults 7PM 13 IN2ONE @ Buckingham Manor 3PM 13 ONE ANOTHER Sermon Discussion Group 7PM 17 Craft & Chat 10AM 27 Family Reunion 10AM 27 IN2ONE @ Buckingham Manor 3PM 28 Mugs & Muffins 10AM FAMILY REUNION Sunday September 27 We want to welcome back all of our travellers and reset for a new ministry season. Rev. Derek & Bonnie Burnett, International Workers in Thailand and long time extended family members at in2one will be joining us. It's better when you're here. It's better when we are together. LUNCH TO FOLLOW! What can you bring?SIGN UP For IN2ONE Family ReunionORDER TICKETSNew here? We'd love to connect. Last Week's Message SPOTLIGHT: David I 02 Killer Giants | Pastor Graham Clinton 1 Samuel 21:1–15 Humble shepherd. Giant-slayer. Gifted poet. Mighty warrior. Flawed man. Legendary leader. We explore the life of one of history's most famous kings over five episodes. Watch last week’s sermon 👇in2one YouTube ChannelVisit Sermon Archive Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer.Submit Prayer RequestsGo To Prayer Hub Here is a prayer for you to pray this week: Refresh My Soul: God, when I am weak. You are strong. When I am lonely, You are my comforter. When I feel unable to keep moving forward, You give me the strength I need to persevere. Please remind me when I feel overwhelmed that You are with me. Refresh my soul, and give me rest. In Jesus’ name, Amen. PRAY FOR NEPAL Nepal is facing a critical time of rescue, relief, and recovery following a devastating emergency. As communities begin the long road toward rebuilding, the church is also responding and serving those around them. We invite you to join us in praying for those affected and for the church as it responds. Nepal | Pray for those still missing and for the rescue efforts, especially as time becomes increasingly critical. Pray for wisdom and discernment as relief efforts are organized and aid is distributed honestly and equitably. Pray for those who have lost family members, homes, livelihoods, and communities. The road to recovery and rebuilding will be long. Pray for effective coordination between the government, NGOs, local communities, and first responders. Pray for the church. Pray that God would equip Beautiful Gate and other churches in Nepal to serve their communities well—with wisdom, courage, full and generous hearts, and a tangible display of the loving and generous God they follow. To find out what we are doing and to support relief and recovery efforts in Nepal, donations can be made by clicking below ⬇️CMA Emergency Support Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. We believe in reflecting Jesus to the world around us in many ways and one of the most practical is through generosity. We believe and practice generosity in TIME, TREASURE and TALENT.Give Now Here Useful Thoughts YOU ARE A PRIEST 😇 The priesthood of all believers doesn’t primarily mean we are our own priests. It means we are each other's priests. "By that priesthood we are worthy to appear before God, to pray for others, and to teach one another mutually the things which are of God. For these are the duties of priests." (Martin Luther) Don't give up! Focus well and keep driving forward on this ROAD TRIP in earnest pursuit of Jesus. -Pastor Graham- In2one Measurables From Last Week PEOPLE OnMain St: 50 OnLine: 18 Total: 68 DONATIONS Total $1,410 Thank you for your kindness, generosity and applied trust in our God. Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , YouTube , X (Twitter) 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM 6235 Main St., Stouffville, ON L4A 1G5 See you soon ☀️

Rev. Graham Clinton

Pastor

September 10, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
Thursday September 10, 2026
Welcome to the weekly update 👋 This is your one-stop spot for everything happening in our church family. From kids to adults, small groups to special events, here's how you can get connected looking forward. Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. -GALATIANS 6:9- DON'T GIVE UP! On this ROAD TRIP, in earnest pursuit of Christ, we are being brought together in2one. We have hope and freedom in the love of Jesus. September 06 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 01 The Reluctant Hero 13 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 02 Killer Giants 20 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 03 The Abigail Way 27 Checkpoint I FAMILY REUNION: Rev. Derek & Bonnie Burnett October 04 SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 04 The Great King 11 THANKSGIVING / SPOTLIGHT: DAVID I 05 When Dreams Come True 18 Things Jesus Never Said I 01 You Don’t Need To Forgive Them 25 Checkpoint I Communion I Gratitude SundayUpcoming Events SEPTEMBER LAUNCH DATES 09 Ladies Bible Study 9:15AM & 7PM 12 Young Adults 7PM 13 IN2ONE @ Buckingham Manor 3PM 13 ONE ANOTHER Sermon Discussion Group 7PM 17 Craft & Chat 10AM 27 Family Reunion 10AM 27 IN2ONE @ Buckingham Manor 3PM 28 Mugs & Muffins 10AM FAMILY REUNION Sunday September 27 We want to welcome back all of our travellers and reset for a new ministry season. Rev. Derek & Bonnie Burnett, International Workers in Thailand and long time extended family members at in2one will be joining us. It's better when you're here. It's better when we are together. LUNCH TO FOLLOW! What can you bring?SIGN UP For IN2ONE Family ReunionORDER TICKETSNew here? We'd love to connect. Last Week's Message SPOTLIGHT: David I 01 The Reluctant hero | Pastor Graham Clinton 1 Samuel 17:1–36 Humble shepherd. Giant-slayer. Gifted poet. Mighty warrior. Flawed man. Legendary leader. We explore the life of one of history's most famous kings over five episodes. Watch last week’s sermon 👇in2one YouTube ChannelVisit Sermon Archive Prayer We carry each other through the spiritual practice of prayer.Submit Prayer RequestsGo To Prayer Hub Here is a prayer for you to pray this week: A Prayer God To Draw Close To You: Father God, You are always near, but today I am inviting You to come close to me. Show me how near You are. Here are my burdens ... Please take them. Remove my fears and replace any heaviness in my life with Your relentless love. Come close to me as I come close to you. In Jesus’ name, Amen. PRAY FOR NEPAL Nepal is facing a critical time of rescue, relief, and recovery following a devastating emergency. As communities begin the long road toward rebuilding, the church is also responding and serving those around them. We invite you to join us in praying for those affected and for the church as it responds. Nepal | Pray for those still missing and for the rescue efforts, especially as time becomes increasingly critical. Pray for wisdom and discernment as relief efforts are organized and aid is distributed honestly and equitably. Pray for those who have lost family members, homes, livelihoods, and communities. The road to recovery and rebuilding will be long. Pray for effective coordination between the government, NGOs, local communities, and first responders. Pray for the church. Pray that God would equip Beautiful Gate and other churches in Nepal to serve their communities well—with wisdom, courage, full and generous hearts, and a tangible display of the loving and generous God they follow. To find out what we are doing and to support relief and recovery efforts in Nepal, donations can be made by clicking below ⬇️CMA Emergency Support Giving Your generosity makes our work in this city possible. We’re so grateful for you. We believe in reflecting Jesus to the world around us in many ways and one of the most practical is through generosity. We believe and practice generosity in TIME, TREASURE and TALENT.Give Now Here Useful Thoughts 7 WAYS TO KEEP HOPE ALIVE 🙏🏽Daily prayer and reflection 📖 Reading and studying the Bible 🤲🏼 Acts of kindness and service 🙌🏻 Worship and praise 🌿 Meditating on Scripture 👥 Fellowship with other believers 🌅 Trusting in His plan. Don't give up! Focus well and keep driving forward on this ROAD TRIP in earnest pursuit of Jesus. -Pastor Graham- In2one Measurables From Last Week PEOPLE OnMain St: 37 OnLine: 28 Total: 65 DONATIONS Total $3,143 Thank you for your kindness, generosity and applied trust in our God. Stay Connected 📩 Subscribe to this Collection to get these updates delivered directly to your inbox. 📸 Follow us on Instagram , Facebook , YouTube , X (Twitter) 💬 Pastoral care or questions? Connect with us here. Services: Sundays at 10:00 AM 6235 Main St., Stouffville, ON L4A 1G5 See you soon ☀️

Rev. Graham Clinton

Pastor

September 2, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Men's Ministry Update
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Rev. Graham Clinton

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September 1, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Women's Ministry Update
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September 1, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Pastoral Letter
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September 1, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Family & Kids Ministry Update
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