His Glory, Our Joy

Hey SCC Family !

Welcome to The Bridge Weekly #51! Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner? With less than a week to go, the excitement is in the air! And with only one more Thursday left in the year, we’re dreaming about what’s ahead. What should we call our editions next year? Should we start fresh at #1 or try something like 2025.1 to mark the new year? Let us know your thoughts as we celebrate this joyful season and all God is doing in our community!

This past Sunday, Joel spoke on Luke 2:8-20, sharing the profound joy the shepherds experienced as they heard the angel’s announcement of Jesus’ birth. This joy, rooted in God’s presence and salvation, reminds us of His transformative love, breaking into the darkness with light and restoration. Joel challenged us to live in this joy daily, sharing it with others through love, forgiveness, and hope, reflecting the heart of Jesus.

Catch the full message here: Watch Joel’s Sermon.

This week, Tracy welcomed Heather Shea on Listening & Responding to dive deeper into worship and the joy found in God’s presence. Heather shares her heart for encountering God authentically and how worship transforms us, shifting our focus from performance to relationship. Starting in January, Heather will lead a six-week course, Authentic Worship: A Journey into His Presence, to help us grow as worshipers who encounter God deeply.

You can watch the full episode here: Watch Listening & Responding.See further down for sign-up details for the worship course—let’s start the new year with hearts aligned to the Father.

This Sunday, Colby will be speaking on “When Heaven Comes to Earth,” exploring the powerful hope and redemption that Jesus brings to our world. It’s a message about God’s unwavering promise to restore and renew, reminding us of His kingdom breaking into our lives with grace, humility, and victory. Let’s gather to reflect on the beauty of heaven touching earth through Jesus.

As the year draws to a close, we’re pausing to reflect on God’s incredible faithfulness. Through your generosity, lives have been transformed, relationships deepened, and Jesus’ love shared in meaningful ways. As you consider year-end giving, remember your partnership helps others encounter Jesus, grow as His disciples, and share His love. Let’s continue stewarding resources wisely, trusting God to use our contributions to bring renewal and transformation.

 Let’s bring joy to families in need this Christmas season through our Christmas Blessing initiative! Our goal is to raise $3,500, and so far, we’ve raised $1,570. In partnership with Loaves and Fishes, we’ll provide gifts and food to families this Christmas. Please prayerfully consider contributing beyond your regular giving to SCC for this special blessing. The last day to give is this Sunday, December 22nd. Choose “Christmas Blessing” in Nucleus Giving or note it when using eTransfer. Thank you for your generosity!

Join us on Christmas Eve at 4:00 PM as we gather to celebrate the miracle of Jesus’ birth—just like the shepherds who hurried to see Him! We’ll worship, share a message of hope, and show love to Loaves & Fishes with a special offering. The evening ends with a candlelit moment, cookies, and apple cider. Bring your family and friends, and let’s celebrate this joyful season together!

We’re thrilled to have a choir singing, and if you are in the Choir, rehearsals will be held on December 22nd from 12:45 to 1:30.

Do you want to understand and love the Bible more? Are you looking for a community to encourage and challenge you in living out the Gospel?

Consider joining a D-Group! We’re starting a 6-week study on the Book of Acts beginning the week of January 5, 2025. Groups will be for men or women only, with the potential for a married couples group if there’s enough interest. Meeting times will be based on sign ups. Sign up below or chat with Joel Wydysh for more details.

Click here to get more information and sign up! 

Join us for Authentic Worship: A Journey to His Presence, a 6-week course designed to explore the heart of worship and how it transforms our daily lives. Through biblical teachings and practical steps, we’ll discover how to draw closer to Jesus through authentic worship.

• When: Sundays after church, 1–2 PM, starting January 5

• Where: Summerside Community Church

Whether you’ve been following Jesus for years or are just beginning to explore what worship means, this course is for you.

Click here to sign up

We’re looking for a volunteer to join our Nursery team starting in January! If you enjoy caring for little ones and helping families feel welcome, we’d love your help. The commitment is simple—just one Sunday serving, followed by two Sundays off. It’s a great way to make a difference without a huge time commitment. If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, please email Freddy at [email protected] or click the button below to sign up. Your smile, care, and willingness to serve will mean so much to our youngest members and their families. Let’s partner together to create a warm, nurturing space where everyone feels at home.

We’re looking for volunteers to join our Elev8 Youth Group team on Thursday nights from 6:30 to 9:30 PM! If you’re passionate about connecting with teens and creating a fun, welcoming environment for them to grow in their faith, we’d love to have you on board. Whether it’s leading small groups, assisting with activities, or simply being a supportive presence, there’s a role for you to make an impact. Interested? Email Colby at [email protected] to learn more and get involved —or click the button below to sign up today!

Fallen off the wagon with your Bible reading? You’re not alone, and here’s the good news—you probably read more of the Bible than before, and that’s something to celebrate! The start of a new year is the perfect time to jump back in. Whether it’s picking up where you left off or starting fresh, this is your opportunity to reconnect with God’s Word. Let’s dive back in together and keep growing!

Click here for The Bible Recap

Is there a deeper joy that you could experience, one that goes beyond fleeting happiness? The angels’ announcement to the shepherds revealed more than a distant glow—it was an invitation to encounter God’s glory up close, sparking a joy rooted in His presence. This joy, explored in our latest blog, “His Glory, Our Joy,” isn’t dependent on perfect circumstances; it’s found in knowing that God is truly with us. Just as the shepherds stood in awe and wonder at Jesus’ birth, we, too, can embrace the lasting joy that comes from His redemptive work. Imagine how carrying that understanding might transform how we see ourselves, love others, and trust His greater story. Take a moment to read the blog HERE and reflect on how living in God’s glory-filled joy could not only fill your heart but overflow into the lives of those around you.

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Thank you for spending time with us in this week’s edition of The Bridge Weekly! These emails take hours to prepare, and it means so much to know you’re reading and staying connected. We can’t wait to catch up again next week! Until then, may His peace guide you, His love sustain you, and His joy overflow in your heart as you walk with Him. Have a fantastic weekend!

P.S. Be sure to check out Genesis 3:15-16 and Zechariah 9:9 as we reflect on When Heaven Comes to Earth. These passages highlight God’s incredible plan for redemption and the joy we celebrate at Christmas—Jesus, our promised Savior, has come!