Weekly Update November 16

Hello,

A big thank you to all who contributed and joined us – your participation was greatly appreciated! We received an overwhelming response from all of you, describing it as an incredible time of community.

Join us in Bringing Joy to Families in Need this Christmas! Every year we do a Christmas blessing where we focus on supporting families in need. This year we will support families as well as single mothers who rely on the Island Pregnancy Centre. We understand that not everyone can contribute financially, but there are other meaningful ways to give. We're seeking 20 individuals to share a heartfelt message, scripture, or prayer in a Christmas card that will be included with the Christmas Blessing gifts. Let's spread God's love and make a difference in someone's life this Christmas! If you're looking to donate directly to Christmas Blessing, please make sure to specify this when making your gift. 

Final Reminder: Don't Miss Your Chance to Contribute to Operation Christmas Child. This week marks the last opportunity to donate shoeboxes to Operation Christmas Child. Our team will be accepting donations in the lobby on November 17, between 4-8 p.m., and November 18, between 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Your generosity will transform the lives of children in need. Please remember to bring your filled shoeboxes to our lobby by the drop-off dates.

Here's what's happening in our church this week:

• Sunday: The Daniel Plan at Centre 150 at 7:00 p.m.

• Monday: H2O: A Journey of Faith Connect Group at 6:30 p.m., Connect through Knitting & Crocheting Group at 7:00 p.m., and Alabaster House at 7:30 p.m.

• Tuesday: Celebrate Recovery at 7:00 p.m.

• Thursday: Start your day with Prayer and Worship at 9:00 a.m., Art in Church Connect Group at 10:00 a.m., Elev8 Youth at Centre 150 at 7:00 p.m., and The Gathering Place Connect Group on Mackenzie Dr. at 7:00 p.m.

Celebrating Margo's Retirement and Welcoming Temba to the Financial Assistant Position. On November 5th, we announced that Margo MacKinnon, our beloved Financial Assistant, will retire. Her contributions to the church office over the past six years have been invaluable, and she will be sorely missed. Her diligent, trustworthy, and loyal work has been exemplary.Replacing Margo is Temba Ngwenya, who has been part of our financial team for the past year. Temba is a skilled accountant who loves the church and enjoys working with numbers. He brings lots of experience, a kind demeanour, a great laugh, and a strong work ethic to the team. We are thrilled to have him as our new Financial Assistant and look forward to working with him as he transitions into his new role.

Open Door Outreach is currently seeking donations of men's winter jackets of all sizes. These jackets will be given to men who have been released from jail. You can drop off your donations at SCC throughout November. Just look for the designated bin and signage in the lobby. Your support is greatly appreciated!

In Sunday’s installment of the "I Am" names of Jesus series,

Tracy explores the significance of Jesus' statement, "I am the bread of life." Through this sermon, Tracy uncovers layers of God's nature through scripture. She highlights the importance of trust in times of crisis and connects the story to the Old Testament, revealing Jesus as the long-awaited Bread of Life. Tracy also explores the tension between offence and promise and emphasizes the necessity of staying committed to the journey of faith with Jesus. To watch last Sunday's sermon, click

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Tracy's "Listening & Responding" Segment Recap: Uncovering God and His Life-Altering Influence. Tracy discussed the transformative nature of God and how embracing Him brings true life and freedom from sin. The discussion highlighted God's boundless strength and the power of His broken body and shed blood. The live stream is available to watch for those who missed it HERE.

Join Us for Church on Sunday at 10 a.m. with Pre-Service Prayer at 9:15 a.m. We would love to see you! However, if you can't physically be there, you can connect with us through our YouTube channel. Remember, as Matthew 18:20 says, "For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them," and we look forward to sharing God's presence with you.

For updates on all our events, including our giving initiatives, visit our website and stay connected. You're the heartbeat of our SCC community! Your active involvement and support keep us vibrant and thriving.

May your week be filled with deep reflection and precious moments connecting with our Father in heaven. 

 P.S. What does it mean to stay committed to the journey of faith, especially when faced with difficulties? This week, reflect on how trusting in Jesus, the Bread of Life, impacts your perspective.