HEARING GOD TO MAINTAIN KINGDOM FOCUS THROUGH SOLITUDE
Over the past three weeks we have considered the following spiritual disciplines: Studying Scripture, Meditation (centering prayer and Lectio Divina) and Listening Together.
This Sunday we turn our attention to the spiritual discipline of Solitude. Jesus practised solitude. He practised solitude during his forty days in the wilderness (Matthew 4), during busy times of ministry he withdrew to pray (Mark 1:35) and the night he was betrayed he withdrew from his disciples to pray (Luke 22:41). Solitude is not about being alone, but rather it is about drawing closer to God. In some ways it is a physical act of centering prayer.
Often associated with solitude is silence. This Sunday we will consider the value of solitude and silence and how to make them a part of your daily life.
THIS WEEK
Monday, March 14
9:30 am Men and Women’s Praytertime
7:00 pm Griefshare
7:00 pm Monday Night Men Study
Tuesday, March 15
9:00 am Daybreak Small Groups
7:00 pm Youth Studies
7:00 pm Board Meeting
Wednesday, March 16
9:45 am Keenagers Study
4:00 pm AWANA
7:30 pm Young Adults
Thursday, March 17
6:30 pm DLST
7:00 pm Evening Edition
Friday, March 18
6:30 pm DLST
7:30 pm Youth Girls/Guys Night
Saturday, March 19
8:30 am DLST
6:30 pm Faith on Fire
Sunday, March 20
9:15 and 11:15 am Worship Services with Sunday School
JOURNEY UPDATES
The Worship Service will also be on Facebook and YouTube at 9:15am Sunday mornings. For more information please visit our website or watch for your bi-weekly newsletter. If you do not receive our weekly newsletter you can download it here from our website.
COMMUNION SUNDAY Today we celebrate the Lord’s Supper. If you are watching from home – have your bread and juice prepared so we can partake together.
LAST OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK regarding SGAC’s mission & vision statement. We also are looking for input on where you would like to see our church in five years & what three characteristics you would like to see in a Lead Pastor. Click here for the link to provide this valuable feedback before Monday, March 14.
FILIPINO SMALL GROUP meets today (March 13) from 1:00 -3:00 pm in the Oasis. Join Pastor Joel for the kick-off of a new bible study.
GRIEFSHARE – Monday Evenings at 7:00 pm If you or someone you know is journeying through grief, consider attending this grief support group. Find help & encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member of friend. There are brochures available at the Welcome Centre. Click here for more information & to register.
YOUTH EVENTS coming up:
- Guys Night/Girls Night; Friday, March 18 at 7:30 pm
- Spring Retreat; Friday, May 13 to Saturday, May 14. Registration opens March 16
Go to the Events Calendar, or the Youth Facebook or Instagram pages for more information
DEEPER LIFE SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY Next course is March 17 – 19 “Minor Prophets”. Please contact Pastor Coreen to register.
FAITH ON FIRE is moving to SATURDAY for March. Join us on Saturday, March 19 at a new time, 6:30 pm, for a Night in Worship to our King.
APOLOGETICS CANADA 1984 – PROPHETIC OR PATHETIC? Are we headed towards a totalitarian dystopia? What does George Orwell’s famous work, 1984, have to say to us? Apologetics Canada will be putting on a virtual event to discuss a book that is sure to make you think. The event will be held online on Sunday, March 27 at 5:00 pm. To register, and to listen to a dramatized audiobook of 1984, go to apologeticscanada.com/acle.
SINGIN’ THE GOSPEL Next concert is March 27 at 6:00 pm Join us for an evening with special musical guests the Martens Sisters. Also featuring the pianist Elliot Fleck. There is no charge for this event. An offering will be taken.
KAIROS COURSE at SGAC Starting March 27 at 7:00 pm: Are you interested in being better equipped to reach your neighbors from other cultures? Have you been thinking about short-term missions? Then this course is for you! SGAC is excited to host this 9-session interactive study facilitated by Dan Ibsen on the purpose & plan of God for His people & His world from Genesis to Revelation. Cost is $99. Deadline to register is March 20. Click here for more information & the link to register.
MEN’S RETREAT DAY here at SGAC –April 9: Come for a day of worship, teaching, group discussion & activities. Our gest speaker is Ambrose professor Ric Strangway. Lunch & snacks are provided. This is a no-cost event but registration is required. Invite your friends & plan on joining us. For more information contact Pastor Joel. Click here to register before April 4.
WOMEN’S DAYBREAK SPRING SESSION starts April 5: Join Pastor Karen as she facilitates Jennie Allen’s 7-week study, Find Your People. In a world that’s both more connected & more isolating than ever before, we’re often tempted to do life alone. In this study we’ll look at simple ways to press through awkward to get to authentic conversations, understand how conflict can strengthen relationships, identify the type of friend you are & the types of friends you need, and more. Childcare is available. Click here for more information & to register.
COUNSELLING SERVICES at SGAC: Did you know that we have a Registered Professional Counsellor that works out of SGAC one day a week? To find out more & book an appointment, call her directly at 780-850-8738.
WE ARE ON INSTAGRAM! Follow us at sga.church!
Giving Update
Giving – Week of March 6, 2022
General Fund Giving $ 33,868
Weekly Budget Required $ 22,606
Please note the following options for giving:
ONLINE GIVING
Whether it is a one-time gift or you would like to schedule a recurring donation, you can give online to Spruce Grove Alliance Church. This option allows you to give using a Visa debit card or the traditional Visa or MasterCard credit cards.
PRE-AUTHORIZED GIVING
Pick up a pre-authorized debit agreement form from our church office or download one here. You can fill it out and then with a voided cheque - you can either scan it and email it to the office, or drop it off during regular office hours.
INTERAC/DEBIT
During office hours, you can drop by and use the INTERAC/DEBIT machine at the Welcome Centre, then fill out your donation envelope as normal including your name, address, giving number and insert your debit receipt so we can disburse funds as directed in the Box on the counter.
E-TRANSFER
Use E-Transfer to give at SGAC, using www.sgac/Give. 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. Please also include your envelope # if you have one and your phone number in the note section.
IN PERSON
During office hours, you can stop by the church office and drop off your donation in a sealed envelope. Mark it Finance / Confidential
By MAIL / CHEQUE
Mail your donation to:
Spruce Grove Alliance Church
Attn: Finance
250 Century Road
Spruce Grove, AB T7X 1W6
Thank you for your generosity in giving to SGAC.
Questions: Please contact the church office at 780 962 4700 or by email corina.langdon@sgac.net. You may also visit our website at www.sgac/Give
PRAYER
Please pray for:
- Our Christian Workers: Ric & Kareen Strangway live in Calgary where Ric is the Associate Professor of Pastoral Theology at Ambrose University. Kareen’s parents attend SGAC.
- Pastoral Team Staff Member: Pastor of Worship, Arts & Prayer – Pastor Andrew Bugiera. Andrew is married to Amy and they have three children.
- Our Support Staff Team Member: Corina Langdon. Corina is married to Boyde and they have three adult children.
- Our Elders Team Member: Dan Ibsen. Dan is married to Melodie and they have four adult children.
FAMILY MATTERS
- PRAYER:If you would like personal prayer please join our Pastors in the Sanctuary following the service. If you are joining us online please send your prayer request to us by clicking here. We want to pray for you.