How do we live as joyful people when life feels anything but joyful?

This Sunday we will step into the shepherds’ ordinary night in Luke 2 and discover why heaven announced “good news of great joy” to people who were exhausted and afraid. If you have ever felt overwhelmed, tired, or stuck riding the roller coaster of circumstances, this message is for you.

Christmas is not about pretending everything is perfect, it is about a Savior who brings joy right into the middle of what is not. We will explore what joy really is, where it truly comes from, and how you can live with a joy that carries you through every season. Join us this Sunday at CRBC as we rediscover the Child who is our joy, Jesus.

Please pray for Pastor Steve and the team as they prepare for Sunday's service.

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Invite your friends and family! We have two special Christmas services planned this year, and we can't wait to celebrate this season with you. These services are thoughtfully planned for visitors to come and experience our church and the love of Jesus. Here's what you can expect:

Carol Sing Service at 10am on December 14th (This Sunday!)

1. Christmas Carols

2. A musical performance from the children

3. A message on how joy can last in our life

4. Christmas treats

Christmas Eve Service at 5pm on December 24th 

1. Warm drinks

2. Christmas carols and special music

3. An encouraging message about the birth of Jesus

Here are a few ways you can participate:

1. These are perfect opportunities to invite your friends, neighbours, and family! Use a printed invitation or share the Christmas Eve Reel on Social Media.

2. Sign up for greeting or serving. Email josh@crbaptist.bc.ca

3. Please pray that God will use our Christmas Eve service for His glory!

Let's make room for visitors this Christmas season! We want to make it as easy as possible for new people to attend our special Christmas services. If you are able, please consider parking a little further away, to leave spaces for guests.

The following parking lots are available to use (about a 2 min walk away):

The upper and lower Ministry of Forests lots

The City of Campbell River lot (across the street)

The Merecroft Village lot

If you have volunteered to bake some festive Christmas treats for after the service this Sunday, please drop them off at the Giving Kiosk BEFORE the service begins. Thank you to everyone who has donated cookies, squares, brownies, etc. for everyone to enjoy on Sunday!

Thank you so much to everyone who has been putting Christmas hampers together! We are so encouraged by your enthusiastic giving. Hampers will go out early next week, so please be sure to drop your completed hampers off in the foyer this Sunday.

We are so grateful for the continued generosity of this community and your commitment to our church. As the leadership and board look ahead, they see many exciting upgrades and building projects that will ensure the longevity and consistency of our ministry, and aid in the success of our vision. Please pray about whether you would like to consider donating to a specific project, as outlined in the document linked below. Thank you for considering supporting CRBC in this way!

Dear CRBC Family,

We would like to bless our amazing CRBC staff by taking a love offering for them. You may give towards this love offering until December 25, 2025. We also have provided cards (available at the Giving Kiosk) for encouraging our staff and volunteers, if you would like to express your thanks for this year of ministry.

The offering can be made by the following means:

Giving Boxes on Sunday morning - Cash, Cheque, Debit/Credit (please write on envelope "Staff Love Offering")

E-Transfer to giving@crbaptist.bc.ca with the message "Staff Love Offering"

Online Giving through website adding "Staff Love Offering" in the note/memo line

Please note: A tax receipt will not be issued for this offering.

All year end donations must be received by December 31st to be eligible for a 2025 tax receipt. If you are giving in person, by cash or cheque, the deadline is noon. All online and electronic donations must be received by 11:59 PM.

Thank you for supporting the ministry of CRBC so faithfully in 2025! We are so grateful for your generosity, and have seen it impact our community in countless ways.

1) In-Person - Sunday Mornings or the Office (Mon-Thurs 9-4)

2) E-transfer - giving@crbaptist.bc.ca 

3) Click Here to Give Online through Tithe-ly

4) Click Here for Pre-Approved Withdrawal  

If you require any help please contact Jackie at bookkeeper@crbaptist.bc.ca

Please join us in prayer for the following:

Fellowship National Denomination

Fellowship Board and Staff

Missionary of the Month:

Brody & Alison Naknakim

Local Church of the Week:

Quadra Island Bible Church