Wise Works

Hello Church Family!

If a worship gathering is part of your weekend plan, we’re in person and online at 7 pm Saturday and 10 am Sunday where we’re continuing our series on The Wisdom of James. For a preview, check out James 2:14-26.

And because this is Remembrance Day, we’ve invited someone with a unique perspective to shape our thoughts:

As an active member of the Canadian Armed Forces, Remembrance Day has had a significant impact on me. Each year when I participate in the Remembrance Day services it reinforces the tragic events that took place, and I am reminded of the sacrifices of the men and women who fought for their freedom and ours - many of whom lost their lives. I am truly grateful; may we never lose sight of the cost. From a soldier's point of view, my heart goes out to how poorly equipped they would have been in comparison to today's sophisticated equipment, right down to the uniform and footwear. 

As I reflect on the sacrificed lives I am reminded of another sacrifice. Jesus' ultimate sacrifice has changed my life. The scripture teaches us that Jesus sets us free, that He bought our freedom. Galatians 5:1 says, “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free.”

I am overwhelmed with gratitude to Him for setting me free from the burden of sin and the freedom His Spirit brings me.

Lest we forget.

Rob Szkarlat | CAF Member & SPAC Member

Justice and Compassion Christmas Projects

As the Christmas season approaches, there will be many way to engage in giving by participating in one or more projects that our Justice and Compassion team is leading.

Thank you to everyone who has participated in Operation Christmas Child. Please return your boxes this weekend!  

For detailed information on Samaritan's Purse, packing your shoebox, or to see the impact your shoebox can have go to samaritanspurse.ca.

Other ways to engage this Christmas will be:

• We Care Bags

• Sign a Christmas Greeting for an International Worker

Stay tuned for more information in the weeks ahead!

Baptism

When we re-orient our lives around living and loving like Jesus, we are made new. Baptism is a celebration of this commitment and a time to share how God is transforming us.

Our next baptisms will be during our weekend services on November 19/20. To learn more about why baptism is one of the most meaningful next steps for everyone who choses this way of life, check out our baptism brochure and then contact us to start a conversation by filling out the baptism form.

Baptism Prep:

If you’ve been considering baptism as your next step in faith or you want to know why baptism is an essential next step in a believer's life – then we want to invite you out to one of our Baptism Prep Classes. Here, we’ll help walk you through understanding what baptism means, why this next step is an essential part of your faith journey, and the significant value it has behind your story with Jesus. 

Our next Baptism Prep Classes will be immediately after the services, this weekend, on November 12/13 with an online option on Sunday November 13 at 2 pm.  

Child Dedication

There is no manual for raising kids, but God has given us something far better - the Holy Spirit, and community. Child Dedication is a way to acknowledge our dependence on the leadership and guidance of the Holy Spirit as we do our best to be an example and lead our children into a relationship with Jesus.

Our next Child Dedication is scheduled for November 26 & 27. To register by November 13 and for more information, please see spac.ca/kids.

Groups

Groups are a gathering of people from all walks of life where you are invited into a place of deep community, where you can be known, loved, and encouraged to grow in your walk with Jesus.

If you are new or feeling unconnected and would like to find a safe entry point into a group; we want to invite you out to ‘Connections’.

Starting November 17, Connections will take you on a 4-week journey with others, in a medium sized setting. Here you’ll have opportunity to enjoy a meal, meet others, talk about faith through our current sermon series, and pray for one another. Connections is a quick and simple way for anyone to find connection leading into community! 

Also coming up is our next Professional & Leadership Woman's Network evening on November 24th. Please see here for more information. 

For more information on all Groups, please contact groups@spac.ca.

Seniors Connect

Calling all Seniors! We would like to invite you to the next Seniors Connect on November 29th. It will be a special Christmas luncheon. There is a cost of $20 per person, please see here for more information.