Happy August long everyone!I’m confident that the address: 2411 West Ball Road, Anaheim, California, means absolutely nothing to you, but it means a tremendous amount to me. Google the address and do an image search if you wish, and if you do, what you’ll see is a tired looking McDonald’s restaurant located on a busy surface street about 3 miles from Disneyland.It was the summer of 1986 when a conversation took place inside that restaurant that changed the trajectory of my life. Over burgers and fries, a respected friend spoke possibilities to me, and it’s not an exaggeration to suggest that this one conversation shaped my life as much or more than any other. Get ready to consider the power of your own words and how much God might use a single conversation to change a life. We’re continuing our summer series ‘Biographies’ this weekend, and if you can carve out the time to be with us online or in person, I’ll be speaking about the subtle, but profound impact of an early church leader, and the profound power of words. Get ready to consider the power of your own words and how much God might use a single conversation to change a life. Greg HochhalterMany of the protocols and procedures we have been following this past year are no longer required. We can now gather once again to worship and be in the presence of our Lord without having to mask-up, socially distance, register, and take your temperature! We can return to life, or a version of the life we once knew pre-COVID. However, this does not mean that respect and care for one another is not at the forefront. Remember that everyone has their own personal comfort levels, so before you hug someone or shake their hand, ask if he or she is comfortable doing so. Please be mindful of others' personal space and proximity, and honour someone's desire to wear a mask and physically distance.If you decide that you would like to return to church in-person, please only do so if you feel comfortable and ready. Online services are offered on Saturday at 7 pm and on Sunday at 10 am.Kids Ministry programming is available Sunday's at 10 am for Nursery - Grade 6. Saturday's at 7 pm only Nursery is available. See Welcome Back Families for more information.Rest assured that even though we aren't currently streaming our in-person experience, we design all the services with the same content so you're not missing out. Our hope is to move back to streaming our in-person experience fairly soon, and we're currently in the process of raising funds to enhance our ability to do that again. * Sherwood Park Alliance Church will continue to follow the latest government authority COVID-19 protocols and guidelines. If required, a stage may be paused to respond to the direction given at regional or provincial levels.This summer, as we bridge the distant 'back then' with the not-so-sacred 'now.' This series of messages calls out the similarities of age-locked peoples who aren't so different from us. Their stories are life changers. Sometimes they confront, sometimes they comfort, sometimes they inspire. And almost always, they lead to a continuing love affair with Scripture.Join us online or in-person Saturday at 7 pm | Sunday 10 am (YouTube, spac.ca, AppleTV, Roku).Last weekend Pastor Greg talked about one of the Old Testament's minor prophets - Habakkuk. Most of us can relate to Habakkuk in that he's frustrated with God. He makes some shockingly strong comments about it, but God has some interesting things to say to Habakkuk as well. It's a text about how to handle frustration, specifically frustration with God. If you happened to miss it, you can watch on-demand anytime.Looking for a place to connect with other seniors? Join us on Tuesday, August 10 at 2:00 pm for a fun afternoon of conversation and community. Be sure to register.Our Young Adult ministries exist to grow in relationship with each other, thrive in community together, and grow in our relationship with Jesus. We believe that Jesus has called us out of isolation and into a journey with Him and those around us. We strive to be a place where every young adult feels known and loved, and where authenticity and vulnerability help us to walk alongside each other no matter the circumstance.Join us this summer on Thursday evenings at 7 pm. We gather in the back field at the church for a time of community and chill hang outs.We're planning several Saturday day trips so make sure you check out our social media or the website (spac.ca/youngadults) for details.Connect on Social For all the latest updates check out our Instagram @spac_yaOur Summer Family Challenge is created for YOU as a family to have the most memorable summer ever! Running for the months of July and August these Summer Family Kits include fun, faith-focused activities for all ages to complete together - earning points for every challenge along the way. Our points range from 10 to 150 depending on the activity. At the end of the summer, the family with the most points will win the grand prize. But don't be discouraged, even 10 points will qualify your family to enter our draw to win one of our participation prizes!Included in your Summer Family Kit will be a guide with all of the activities and points, as well as a fun Kick Start Kit made up of some treats and props to help you complete some of the activities. Register to pick up your kit.