September 16th, 2022 ANNOUNCEMENTSGroup Open HouseGroups matter because it invites you into a place of deep community where you are known, loved and encouraged to grow in your walk with Jesus.We know community begins when we move from sitting in rows, to doing life in circles together. This weekend, immediately after each service we want to invite you to our Groups Open House hosted in the atrium, where we want to help you journey into deep community.ConnectionsIf you’re new and unconnected, we want you to find out about our medium sized group, called ‘Connections’. It is a safe entry point that takes you on a 4-week journey with others who are wanting to find community for the first time or who are willing to try again. We are offering two options this September, in person (starting September 22) where we will share a meal together. The other option is online (starting September 20). Registration is required for either option. If you are joining online you'll receive the Zoom link in your confirmation email. We hope you check it out!Pizza with the PastorIf you are new or feel new, join us to learn more about our church. Discover how to get connected and enjoy the opportunity to meet others.Pizza with the Pastor is a regular event we hold, as a way for you to meet others who are new(er), as well as some of the pastoral team. Join us on Sept. 25 after the Sunday service or online on Sept. 26. Registration is required.Fall start up and eventsWe are in full swing of this ministry season and there are a multitude of ways to get plugged in, connect and grow. From Young Adults to Daybreak to A Call to Prayer Please keep an eye on our events page to keep in the know! GriefShareOften times, grief is so overwhelming we wonder if we'll ever find a way out. Know you don't need to grieve the loss of a loved one alone. Find support, comfort, and community with others who have experienced bereavement and discover how God can give you peace and hope through your grieving. GriefShare is a 13-week program designed to help you face these challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Each session is “self-contained,” so you do not have to attend in sequence. You will find encouragement and help whenever you begin. Please register here.Serving at SPACAnother way to connect is by joining a serving team! We do have various needs in various ministries but we are most interested in helping you engage in a meaningful way and grow in your spiritual journey. Serving others can be a way to draw us closer to God and help us learn to love others like He does. It's a way to build connection and community. If you are not sure how or where to serve, please let us know and we would be happy to connect with you and help you find a place to serve!Family NewsDo you have Family News you'd like to share with our church family? Email connect@spac.ca and let us knowNewsletterIf you are newer to the church or just haven't yet signed up to receive the weekly eNews, perhaps you would like to. This is a great way to stay connected with all that is happening around this community! Go to spac.ca/enews to subscribe.