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JIL Notre Dame de Grace (NDG)
was born from the prayers of JIL Montreal, Quebec and the declaration of expansion by the JIL Church. When the JIL 12 was
applied, four cell groups from JIL Montreal formed and showed interest in opening a new JIL Church in Notre Dame de Grace.
The vision of expansion was clearly received by the initial members of this new church and excitement was filling the hearts
of everyone. With a new leased building to conduct the activities of the church, everybody was ready to become part of God’s
work. The day came and the first Sunday service was held last December 02, 2007. Support from the JIL Ontario Leadership was
fully extended to show solidarity with the new JIL Church in Quebec. Even the first prayer meeting with all the volunteer
workers was jubilant and God’s favor was there. Numerous activities were done during the month that gave many testimonies
of joy and gladness. Altogether, it was a fruitful month for a starting church.
December 23, 2007 marks the first Christmas Party of JIL NDG. Newcomers were
present and Pastor Bong Gonzales and his family were there to show support as well. One of the most memorable activities was
the New Year’s Eve service. It was an emotional event for everyone especially when the countdown to midnight began with
spirits stirred to excitement and expectation. One cannot help but to be filled with memories of remembering loved ones and
families in the Philippines.
The first Sunday service of January 2008 was attended by 47 attendees. The Kiddoz
group was formed with 8 children to start. It was January 27, 2008 when Pastor Nicanor Gonzales conducted the Church Inauguration
of the leased building of JIL NDG. And it was the day that the leaders were laid hands on and anointed with oil to prepare
them for the work of God’s ministry ahead. It is during this occasion that Rexman Solo was assigned to become the Non-Full
time Church Pastor of JIL NDG and together with the Church Leadership received the mandate of the JIL Mission and Vision.
Truly, God is always ready to pour out His blessings and favor to those who seek them. JIL NDG is a recipient of God’s
grace and favor. It has received the mandate to fulfill God’s purpose and plan and it has just begun; for more great
things are coming as God has promised to His people. Therefore, JIL NDG will never waver in conquering its God-given assignment
here and beyond for God’s glory alone.
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