Do you long to hear a joyful sound? Or to experience joy in a dark, difficult season? In Luke 2:8-21, the silence of the night is interrupted by the angels, bringing a proclamation of joy so powerful it lights up the sky and transforms the hearts of shepherds. Some believe it was a song sung by angels or simply a magnificent announcement, but either way, it revealed the majesty of God’s glory and the wonder of Christ’s coming. The shepherds couldn’t help but respond with awe and action. How will you respond? Can you hear God’s message calling you to worship Him and share the joy of Christmas with those around you? This Advent, let the angels’ announcement fill your heart with the glory, hope, and unshakable joy of Jesus’ birth.

Please pray for Pastor Steve and the team as they prepare for the service. We are looking forward to what God is going to do this Sunday!

We are looking forward to our special Christmas services this year, but we will need your help to ensure they are a success. These services are specially planned for visitors to come and experience our church and the love of Jesus. 

The Caroling Service is this Sunday at 10am (it's not too late to invite your neighbours!):

1. Christmas Carols

2. A special performance from the children

3. Christmas Treats! 

The Christmas Eve Service at 5pm will include:

1. Some upbeat and traditional Christmas carols

2. An encouraging message about the birth of Jesus

3. A candlelit singing of "Silent Night"

Here's a few ways you can participate:

1. Invite your friends, neighbours, coworkers...or anyone really! Use a printed invitation or share the Christmas Eve Reel on Social Media which are coming soon!

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!

Thank you for your faithful giving this year! We have been so blessed to see your contributions impact our community. The last possible day to have your donations in for 2024 is December 31st.

In Person: noon

Online: 11:59pm

At long last, after much pining and pleading, your requests for a nerf battle have been heard. Prepare for the ultimate Christmas Party, and yes, safety glasses are required. Dress up in your best Christmas decor and you must bring safety glasses they are mandatory! (if you don't have a nerf gun don't worry we have plenty of extra to go around).

Please Nerf guns only **** no gel blasters or nerf Rival guns please ****

We are celebrating the life of Daniel Moskal at the church on December 16th at 1pm. You are welcome to attend in person or through livestream. Please be in prayer for the family during this difficult time. 

The following ministries will be taking a break during the Christmas Season:

Youth Dec 20th - Jan 5th

Family Group Dec 5th - Jan 14th

Young at Heart - Dec 26th 

Please check with your small group leader if you have any questions!

We are blessed beyond measure with the participation in our church this year. It's been inspiring. We are looking forward to delivering these hampers next week, so if you grabbed a list, please have them in by this Sunday, December 15th!

Facing this season while grieving can sometimes feel like taking one step forward and two steps back. But like a trusted guide, Griefshare's Surviving the Holidays event will prepare you to navigate the season’s changes.

This event will be held at the Ocean Crest Community Church, led by Betty Tiede.

Dec 14th, 2-4pm.

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:

Staff & Board

Missionary of the Month:

Ngorika Children's Home

Local Church of the Week:

Church of the Way