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In short, I didn’t become a Christian because God promised I would have an even happier life than I had as an atheist. He never promised any such thing. Indeed, following him would inevitably bring divine demotions in the eyes of the world. Rather, I became a Christian because the evidence was so compelling that Jesus really is the one-and-only Son of God who proved his divinity by rising from the dead. That meant following him was the most rational and logical step I could possibly take.
-Lee Strobel
- Because Jesus is “the Resurrection and the Life” (John 11:25), we can know we’ll live with God forever if we’ve trusted in Jesus. How could this change the way you approach life? How does it change the way you view death?
- God loved you enough to have his Son die for you and had enough power to bring him back to life from the dead. How does knowing about his love and his power shown through the resurrection, help you trust him with all the things in your everyday life?
- 1 Corinthians 15:3 says “just as the Scriptures said”, referring to parts of the Bible that were written several hundred years before Jesus’ birth. These Scriptures predicted that Jesus would be killed, then raised from the dead. Why is this a big deal?
Questions taken from “The Jesus Series (Resurrection)” cru.org/thrive
Scriptures to Consider
1. Matthew 27:45-28:10
2. 1 Corinthians 15
3. John 11
THIS WEEK
MONDAY, April 22
Church Office Closed
TUESDAY, April 23
9:00 am Daybreak
7:00 pm Youth Study
WEDNESDAY, April 24
9:45 am Keenager’s Study
6:30 pm AWANA Awards
7:00 pm Women's Study "It's Not Supposed to be This Way"
7:30 pm Young Adults at Piska’s
THURSDAY, April 25
6:30 pm Deeper Life School of Theology
7:00 pm DivorceCare
7:00 pm Men’s Floor Hockey
FRIDAY, April 26
6:30 pm Deeper Life School of Theology
7:30 pm Youth - grades 7-12 "The Simulator"
SATURDAY ,April 27
8:30 am Deeper Life School of Theology
9:00 am 2 Little 4 Me Children's Toy & Clothing Sale
SUNDAY, April 28
9:15 am & 11:15 am - Worship Services
JOURNEY UPDATES
Deeper Life School of Theology:
“Road to Restoration” April 25-27. This is a study of grief and the process to wholeness. It examines it’s causes and effects to gain a greater understanding of God’s plan for restoring broken lives. Please speak to Pastor Coreen to Register today. Introductory Offer: First time Audit visitors - Free
The 2 Little 4 Me Children’s Clothing and Toy Sale is an event for the whole community. The Spring sale will take place on Saturday, April 27 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Invite your friends and neighbors to stop in for the sale and get some awesome stuff for your kids at a great price. Admission is free! Check out the 2 Little 4 Me Children’s Clothing & Toy Sale Facebook page.
Holy Spirit Encounter (HSE)
Friday May 3-Sunday May 5. $50/ person
The Holy Spirit Encounter is a weekend designed to give focused time in going deeper with God and to access the power that He has promised. To view a more detailed schedule or to register, visit us online .
Baptism Classes May 5 meet with Pastor Art in the Prayer Room at 9:30 am or 11:30 am. Please contact Pastor Art if you would like to attend.
PAINTING FOR A CAUSE Saturday, May 11, 10am - 12 noon Please join us for a morning of painting and desserts. The proceeds from every ticket sold will go directly to the refugee family that our church is sponsoring. Tickets are $25 per person
Dessert Night and Silent Auction April 29 7:00 pm. We want to invite you to support Jasmynn Barendregt as she prepares to go to YWAM in July. She trains in New Zealand and goes on missions trip for 5 months. Come for dessert.
Flower Basket Fundraiser supporting Future Development for the Education Wing. Fill out an order form at the Welcome Centre today. Pick up will be May 10.
KEENAGERS 55+ WELCOME SPRING BRUNCH Saturday May 11 at 10:00 am . Special guests are the Fehr Family. They love to play gospel and bluegrass music, sing four part harmony and keep the treasured songs and hymns of the past alive. Tickets are $10. Call the church office to sign up.
THE THINKING SERIES is back:
May 2: What is the meaning of life?
May 9: Does God exist?
May 16: Do all religions lead to God?
May 23: Why is There Evil?
May 30: Is There Life after Death?
Bring a friend and join Pastor Steve Kim at 6:30 pm in the Fireside Room each Thursday night in May.
PLEASE NOTE: The gym is not open for play on Sunday mornings. Parents - please supervise your children. Thanks for your attention to this matter.
Calling all SGAC volunteers (ages 12+) . You and your spouse are invited to join us on May 15 at 6:00 pm for our Volunteer Appreciation Dinner. Participate in or observe the game of Survivor as it plays out. Proving once and for all that SGAC’s volunteers have what it takes to outsmart, outlaugh, and outfun at all times! Please RSVP to the Church office.
Family Camping August 2-5 at 752 West RV-ATV Campground. Sign up at the Welcome Centre Sunday or online.
PRAYER
Please pray for:
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Our International Workers: Jon & Andrea Bauer, Jerry & Lois Dorn, Camp Nakamun Staff.
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Our Pastoral Team Staff Member: Pastor Andrew Bugiera. Andrew is our Pastor of Worship, & Prayer. He is married to Amy and they have three children ages 8, 5 & 3.
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Our Support Staff Team Member: Sharina Kim. Sharina is married to Steve and they have two children ages 5 & 3.
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Our Elders Team Member: Tim Wiebe. Tim is married to Julie. They have 3 children ages 17,14 & 13.
Family Matters
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY We are currently accepting applications for two custodial positions. Custodial experience will definitely be an asset. Please contact Pastor Art for more information.
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love, prayers, cards and visits while Chuck ( candy man ) was in hospital. His recovery testifies to God’s grace and power. -Chuck, Jean-Ellen & family
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We have a 5th option for Donations to SGAC - Etransfer using giving@sgac.net . Please include your offering envelope number and contact information. The money is deposited directly into the church account and does not require a security question. (This is not to be used for registrations.)