October 28th, 2022 ANNOUNCEMENTSPizza 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.Pizza with the Pastor will be held this weekend after each service. When you register you can select which class you'll be attending.If are unable to join us in person please email us for an online option. Justice and Compassion Christmas ProjectsAs 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.We know Christmas is still a couple months away, but an early way to engage is by participating in Operation Christmas Child. Boxes can be picked up in the Atrium and returned on November 12/13. 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 BagsSign a Christmas Greeting for an International WorkerStay tuned for more information in the weeks ahead!A Call to PrayerPray with others from our Church Family for the Persecuted Church around the World on November 2 at 7 PM. In this evening together you can expect to receive information about those being persecuted around the world today, personal testimony from parts of the world where Christians are being targeted, prayer time for specific requests and a time of connection with others from our church family. For more information and to register, please see here.BaptismWhen 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 PrepIf 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 on November 5/6, 12/13 with an online option on Sunday November 13 at 2 pm. Child DedicationThere 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.GroupsGroups 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.Did you know that we have many different Support Groups to get involved with? You can join any time!GriefShareNew IdentityStarting next week, Nov 5th - Parenting Children with Special NeedsProfessional and Leadership Woman's NetworkThe Sanctuary CourseFor more information on Groups, please contact [email protected].Serving at SPACWe believe that actively serving not only brings us closer to God, but reminds us to love others like he does. Through serving, you'll use the unique ways that God has gifted you to help create welcoming environments where he can change lives. There are many opportunities to get involved. Go to spac.ca/serve to learn more.Family NewsDo you have Family News you'd like to share with our church family? Email [email protected] 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.