September 30th, 2022 ANNOUNCEMENTSWe Care Food DriveAs the Thanksgiving season approaches, one way to engage in giving is by participating in our WeCare Food Drive. Starting this weekend, in the atrium, we will be collecting items for our We Care Ministry. We have a team that meets each Sunday in a parking lot downtown and provides bagged lunches and donated clothes to people who are in need or may be experiencing homelessness.. The love and word of Jesus are shared. We are looking for non perishable food items - please see here for more information. Clothing ExchangeBring what you've outgrown and take what you need! On October 15th we will be hosting our Clothing Exchange event! This is a big event we hold to serve our church and surrounding community. Put clothing or household items aside that would like to donate or plan to come and maybe find some items you are needing! You don't have to donate to attend. Items can be dropped off starting at 4pm on October 14 through 11am on October 15th.All clothing must be washed and clean.Items accepting: Men, women and children's clothing, footwear, belts, purses, small household items, small children's toys, and booksItems not accepted: Car seats, sports equipment, helmets, furniture, damaged goodsWe are looking for volunteers to help run this event - please see here for more information.Groups and EventsWe are in full swing of this ministry season and there are a multitude of ways to get plugged in, connect and grow. There are many different groups you can join, to find connection and community!This week we have 2 new courses starting up:The New Identity: Who I Am and Why I Am Here?The Sanctuary Course. A course about mental health and faith.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 [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.