Community Ministries
Scroll down to view a wide variety of community ministries taking place at SGAC.
(Programs are listed in alphabetical order.)
Empowered MOMS - MOMS Canada
Date: Tuesdays, Starting October 14 | Time: 9:15 am - 11:00 am | Location: Oasis Room | Cost: FREE
Facilitated By: Cherise Kapitaniuk - MOMS Canada Executive Director
Empowered MOMS offers single moms a safe place to be refreshed, build friendships, and strengthen faith while learning about parenting, finances, and emotional health. Join us on Tuesday mornings, starting Oct. 7 at 9:15 am at SGAC. Childcare is included, however, space is limited.
🔗 CLICK HERE to Register
🔗 Learn more about the ministry of MOMS Canada.
English Conversation Circles
Date: Mondays, September 22 - November 24 | Time: 7:00 PM | Location: SGAC | Cost: FREE
Are you looking to improve your English in a fun and friendly environment? Join us for English Conversation Circles. Practice speaking English and build confidence through real conversations. All ages are welcome!
🔗 CLICK HERE to Register
Fit Minds for Seniors (55+)
Date: Tuesdays | Time: 9:30 am - 10:30 am | Location CHANGE: Room 103 (Children's Ministry Area) | Cost: FREE
Facilitated By: Sandy Clarke - Recreation Therapist
Schedule
- 2025: September 23 - December 2
- 2026: January 13 - May 12
Fit Minds for Seniors (55+) is a weekly group program designed for seniors who want to keep their minds active and for those who live independently but struggle with some memory loss.
The program is one hour long and gives the brain a good workout using a variety of verbal and written exercises.
No registration necessary.
GriefShare
This 14 week grief support group offers help & encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend and is open to anyone in the Parkland County area.
Coming up at SGAC:
GriefShare - Surviving the Holidays (Nov.)
Date: Saturday, November 29 | Time: 1:00PM - 3:00PM | Location: SGAC | Cost: $10 (Includes Survival Guide)
The holidays are challenging when you are grieving a loss. GriefShare's "Surviving the Holidays" provides encouragement, support, and valuable tools to help you navigate the season.
🔗 CLICK HERE to Register
GriefShare - 14-Week Program (January - April 2026)
Date: Wednesday, January 14 - April 22, 2026 | Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Location: SGAC | Cost: $30.00 (Includes Workbook)
Help and encouragement after the death of a loved one. A safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief.
🔗 CLICK HERE to Register
REsources:
- 🔗 Learn more about GriefShare and find a group near you.
- 🔗 Visit our Events Calendar to learn more about upcoming GriefShare events. Watch the calendar for more information on our next session of GriefShare.
Keep Fit Exercise Class for Seniors (55+)
Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays | Time: 10:30 am - 11:00 am | Location: Room 117 (Children's Ministry Area) | Cost: FREE
Facilitated By: Sandy Clarke - Recreation Therapist
Schedule
- 2025: September 23 - December 4
- 2026: January 13 - May 14
This is a gentle exercise class on Tuesdays & Thursday mornings, combining seated and standing exercises incorporating strengthening and stretching exercises.
It is designed for those who are independent seniors and those with mobility aids such as canes or walkers and can be adapted to those who use a wheelchair.
No registration necessary.
MEN'S BASKETBALL
Dates: Saturdays, Weekly (Starting Oct. 4) | Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | Location: SGAC | Cost: FREE
This outreach intends to make our Lord Jesus known to all! This group is open to all men of SGAC & their friends.
Join us, meet new people to share your faith, & connect. Let’s have devotions, share testimonies, & play some basketball.
MEN'S FLOOR HOCKEY
Dates: Thursdays, Weekly (Starting Sept. 25) | Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Location: SGAC | Cost: FREE
Drop in for a game of floor hockey. Bring your own equipment & join the fun. This group aims to encourage people to bring members outside of the church & spark & create conversation.
This group is for ages 16+, due to the physicality and hazards of floor hockey.
PICKLEBALL (Sundays)
Dates: Sundays, Weekly | Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM | Location: SGAC Gym | Cost: FREE
End Date: November 9, 2025
Age: Adults (minors 14+ must be accompanied by a parent)
Do you love pickleball? Are you looking to improve your game and play with others who feel the same? Do you have your own paddle and a passion for the sport? Then this co-ed drop-in group might be just what you're looking for!
All skill levels welcome.
PICKLEBALL (Thursdays)
Dates: Thursdays, Weekly (Starting Sept. 18) | Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM | Location: SGAC Gym | Cost: FREE
End Date: December 11, 2025
Age: Adults (minors 14+ must be accompanied by a parent)
Calling all pickleball players! Join our friendly, weekly, co-ed drop-in event. Please bring your own paddle if possible.
All skill levels welcome.
SERVE SATURDAY (ANNUAL)
📅 Saturday, May 2
Serve Saturday is coming back in 2026! Every spring, SGAC comes together to bless our community through a morning of service—collecting furniture for Parkland NeighbourLink and cleaning up Spruce Grove parks in partnership with the city. Whether you're on your own or bringing the whole family, it's a fun and meaningful way to serve together.
Stay tuned for more details!
Grace's Table & Grace's Pantry
At Grace's Table we offer a warm & nutritious meal on the second Friday of every month to those who would find it helpful. Registration closes at noon on the Monday before the meal.
🔗 LEARN MORE about Grace's Table.
Check out the Events Calendar to learn more about upcoming events at SGAC.
Contact Pastor Karen Houcher with any questions about Community Ministries at SGAC.