Youth Ministry: March News

It feels like time is flying by, it’s March already! Today (Wednesday, March 6) is actually the first day of Lent. This is the season of preparation in anticipation of Easter where we observe, remember, and celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus. In the midst of our busyness, the season of Lent therefore invites us to slow down and to take time to seek God through prayer and fasting.

Maybe there’s something you could do with your family this year to prepare your hearts? Maybe God’s pressing on your heart to join in the fasting as well this year? (I found this article to be helpful with discerning how and what we should be fasting.)

Either way, this really is the season of anticipation as there’s a lot to look forward to in the month ahead. In particular for the youth, there’s AFC’s Teens Conference coming up over the March break and I know that should be pretty good!

Here’s the rest of what you can anticipate this month and ahead!

YOUTH NEWS

AFC’s Teens Conference – March 11-14 @ RHCCC
For those who have registered, have fun! I’m excited to see and hear what God may be doing to and through you at this year’s TC!

CCAC Softball – All Summer Long!
DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS THIS SUNDAY! And yes, this is a REAL deadline (March 10). For more information about joining our team, check out the form here. This is a great opportunity to fellowship, meet new people, develop hand-eye coordination, and have fun! This year our focus really is on inviting friends and building community. So, if you have any friends you’d like to invite, please do! We’re open to everyone! This really is a great opportunity to begin to share your faith and church experience with friends!

Toronto Remix – June 26 – 30, @ Seneca College Newnham Campus
We went two years ago and had a great experience. Toronto Remix is a week-long interactive and hands-on urban mission experience designed to equip, train, and inspire young leaders to centre their lives within the mission and message of Jesus. If you’re interested in attending this year, let me know as soon as possible! More info here. Also, if you want to see what we did  when we went two year ago, click here! See if you can spot us in the video!

CHURCH NEWS

Good Friday Service – April 19, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm @ Scarborough Chinese Alliance Church
Our annual joint Good Friday service several other Alliance churches. This year we’ll be trying something a little different and with a more solemn and somber service where we’ll be recounting the last words of Jesus. More details to come but mark off the date!

Family Camp – May 18 – 20 @ Brock University
Every year, our church has its annual camp with the entire church. All are welcome! This year we’ll be having Rev. John Mah speak on the English side on the theme of “Losing Face, Saving Grace.” If you’re interesting in joining, please register soon as we need to confirm our numbers as soon as possible! Registration forms are available at the front desk in the foyer.

Blessings,
Pastor Darren