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Announcements - November 9, 2025

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Church Office

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


Scripture Reading Plan

  • 1 & 2 Peter were written to encourage and strengthen believers who were facing persecution, helping them to remain steadfast in their faith while waiting for Christ’s return. 1 Peter emphasizes hope, witness, and perseverance in suffering, reminding the church that believers are God’s chosen people and a royal priesthood. 2 Peter warns against false teachers and moral corruption, urging believers to continue growing in godliness, character, and faith as they await Christ’s coming. Together, these letters call the church to live faithfully and courageously, holding firm to their faith in a hostile and unbelieving world.”

  • Reading Plan for this week:

    • November 9 (Sunday) 1 Peter 3:1-22

    • November 10 (Monday): 1 Peter 4:1-19

    • November 11 (Tuesday): 1 Peter 5:1-14

    • November 12 (Wednesday): 2 Peter 1:1-21

    • November 13  (Thursday): 2 Peter 2:1-22

    • November 14 (Friday): 2 Peter 3:1-18

    • November 15 (Saturday):1 John 1:1-2:11

    • November 16 (Sunday) 1 John 2:12-29


Announcements

  • The Salvation Army Christmas Toy Store | Volunteer Recruitment

    • Nov 17–21: Assist with moving, setup, and organizing supplies.

    • Nov 24–Dec 19: During operation, help restock or serve at the front desk every Tuesday morning, 9:00–12:30.

    • Location: Basement of Vancouver First Church of the Nazarene (998 E 19th Ave).

    • Even if you can only join for one day, you are warmly welcome. To sign up, please contact Tommy or Pastor Patrick.

  •  MOFP Dry Food Collection & Hamper Delivery | Volunteer Recruitment

    • Throughout November, we will collect non-perishable food items to support the Marpole Cares Christmas Hamper Program, bringing food and hope to families in need. Volunteers are also welcome to help with hamper delivery.

    • Delivery time: Weekday evenings, around 4:00–6:00 PM (dates depend on donation progress; typically announced one week in advance, expected to finish by mid-December).

    • Contact Pastor Patrick For inquiries or to sign up.

  • Christmas Events

    • December 24 Candlelight Service – Volunteers for Music Ministry are now being recruited. Please contact Pastor Mark Wong.

    • 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 dates: Saturdays and Sundays, December 13–28)

    • Supporting the charity Belkin Communities of Hope.

  • 2026–2028 Deacon Election

    • This year’s deacon election will be conducted via Election Buddy. Members should have received an email from the church confirming their email address. If you haven’t received the email, please contact the church office.

    • Members who are unable to vote online are asked to call the church office before November 15 to make an appointment to vote in person.

    • Deacon candidate Carson Lai is a Computer Engineer. He has been serving as a deacon from 2023 to 2025. In addition to his deacon duties, he currently leads the Praise Team in the English Ministry, coaches youth fellowship, leads small groups, and serves as an offering counter. Carson received Christ in 2007 and was baptized at Westside in 2008. His parents, Hugo and Lorinda Lai, are also members of Westside.

    • The deaconship election will be held on November 22 +23

 

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