Announcements - November 30, 2025
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Fellowship Life
Westside 101 is a course designed for anyone who wishes to join us as a member through baptism or transfer of membership. It consists of approximately five 90-minute classes. Please register at universe.com/westside
Small groups are the heart of our fellowship life and an essential part of our holistic Christian living. We invite you to join our small groups if you are willing to commit. To register, please visit universe.com/westside
Memory Verse
For to us a child is born,
to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
[ Isaiah 9:6 | NIV ]
Announcements
Monthly bulletin has been posted on the church website and bulletin board. Please refer to it for important notices.
The 2026–2028 deacon election has been completed, with 150 members voting and meeting the required quorum. Carson Lai received 150 votes in favour, 0 against, and 2 abstentions, and is therefore elected according to the bylaws. He will begin his second term after the 2026 Annual General Meeting.
Christmas Events
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Dinner starts at 7:00pm in the gallery. Register here: https://forms.gle/buFdRV38qLskRHcp8
Dec 24 Candlelight Service begins at 9:00pm in the main hall.
Christmas Market – December 14 2:00 - 8:00pm. Join us for a festive day of live music, crafts, refreshments & shopping with local vendors! Please invite friends and family to this joyful event!
Clothing Drive (collection days: Saturdays and Sundays from 12/13 to 12/28). Any lost and found items at the backstage will also be donated at that time; if you have any lost items, please claim them at the backstage lost and found by December 29.
Supporting the charity Belkin Communities of Hope.
The Salvation Army Christmas Toy Store | Volunteer Recruitment
Nov 24–Dec 19: Help restock or serve at the front desk on Tuesdays, 9:00–12:30.
Location: Basement of Vancouver First Church of the Nazarene (998 E 19th Ave).
One-day volunteers are welcome. Contact Tommy or Pastor Patrick to sign up.
MOFP Dry Food Collection & Hamper Delivery | Volunteer Recruitment
November: Collecting non-perishable food for the Marpole Cares Christmas Hamper Program. Volunteers may also help deliver hampers.
Delivery: Weekday evenings, approx. 4:00–6:00 PM (dates announced about a week in advance; expected to finish by mid-December).