Announcments - November 1, 2026
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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
“Amen! Praise and glory and wisdom and thanks and honor and power and strength be to our God for ever and ever. Amen!”
[ Revelation 7:12 | NIV ]
Announcements
October Monthly Bulletin has been posted on the bulletin board and the church website. Please refer to it for important notices.
Christian New Year Special Services
Sunday, November 29, 2026
The Saturday Cantonese Service on Nov 28 is CANCELED. Children’s (CitRUs) and Youth (GZone) ministries will not meet on Nov 29. We encourage all families to attend the service together as an intergenerational gathering.
Service Times (No Simultaneous Interpretation)
9:00 AM (English): Recommended for families with children or youth who only speak English.
11:00 AM (Cantonese): Suitable for families with children who are fluent in Cantonese.
Ticket is available at universe.com/westside
Ticket Required: Adults and all children enrolled in CitRUs.
Free Entry (No Ticket Required): Toddlers under 3 years old.
Bolivia / Panama Short-Term Mission Team - As the ministry draws to a close, a sharing meeting will be held on Saturday, November 7 at 7:30 pm to reflect on this journey. The event will be conducted bilingually in Cantonese and English. All are welcome to join.
South Delta Ministry: The “Between Two Shores” Art Exhibition will be held from November 5 to 7, between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM at Thre3 Co. Cafe (5058 48th Ave, Delta). The event features a “Meet the Artists” session, and everyone is warmly invited to come appreciate the artwork and listen to local neighbors share the stories and journey behind their creations. For details, please visit the following link: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FJgF2vBX1/?mibextid=wwXIfr
The Winter Market will be held in the main hall on Saturday, November 28, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The event will feature live music, face painting, light refreshments, a children’s corner, community booths, and a professional live photography booth. Free event, everyone is welcome to join. If any brothers and sisters are interested in serving at this event, please contact Pastor Mark Wong.
Community Activities / MOCHi
Salvation Army Christmas Toy Store Outreach
This community initiative supports low-income families by providing a welcoming space where parents and guardians can select Christmas gifts for their children. We are currently inviting brothers and sisters to serve in restocking, managing front desk operations, and accompanying families as they browse the shop.
Campaign Dates & Volunteer Shifts: Tuesday mornings, 9:45 AM – 12:45 PM (Nov 24, Dec 1, Dec 8, and Dec 15)
Location: Vancouver First Church of the Nazarene (Church Basement), 998 E 19th Ave, Vancouver
Even if you are only available to serve for a single shift, your participation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Pastor Patrick or the church office to sign up.
WBC is partnering with Marpole Oakridge Family Place again this year to host a Dry Food Drive throughout November. Together, we aim to collect non-perishable food items—such as canned goods, dry pasta, rice, and other pantry staples—in support of the Marpole Cares Christmas Hamper Program, which provides food and hope to local families and individuals in need during the holiday season. This initiative offers our congregation a meaningful opportunity to bless our neighbours.
WBC is committed to being a good neighbour to the residents of Reiderman Residences in Marpole, a temporary housing community for 79 formerly homeless individuals. We have been donating groceries each month and partnering with community groups to welcome residents and share the love of Christ. You are welcome to participate in this ministry. Please contact Felix Loo or the office for more information.
Seniors’ Portraits: Dignity Photo Booth
During the Winter Market, we are offering free professional makeup and photo studio sessions for retired seniors. Our goal is to gift our neighbors a beautiful, dignified portrait to cherish and use when needed.
Family Portraits
We are also offering professional, high-quality family photo sessions to capture precious moments and create lasting memories together.
Registration
Fall General Meeting
Date: November 22, 2026 (Sunday)
Time: 2:00pm (Members please arrive 15 minutes early to register and receive a ballot.)
Venue: Westside Baptist Church (Main Hall)
Agenda:
Pastoral Report
2027-2029 Deacons Election (the profiles of each candidate have been posted on the notice board)
2.1. Candidate: Michael Chau
2.2. Candidate: Winnie Mak
2.3. Candidate: Edward Yan
3. 2027-2028 Deacon By-election
3.1. Candidate: Howard Lau
4. Ordination of Pastors:
4.1. Motion: We, the congregation of Westside
Baptist Church, request that Pastor Patrick
Kwok fulfill all CBWC requirements to
proceed towards becoming an Active
Ordained Minister with the Canadian
Baptists of Western Canada.
4.2. Motion: We, the congregation of Westside
Baptist Church, request that Pastor Keith Li
fulfill all CBWC requirements to proceed
towards becoming an Active Ordained
Minister with the Canadian Baptists of
Western Canada.
4.3. Motion: We, the congregation of Westside
Baptist Church, request that Pastor Shirley
Shek fulfill all CBWC requirements to
proceed towards becoming an Active
Ordained Minister with the Canadian
Baptists of Western Canada.
4.4. Motion: We, the congregation of Westside
Baptist Church, request that Pastor Mark
Wong fulfill all CBWC requirements to
proceed towards becoming an Active
Ordained Minister with the Canadian
Baptists of Western Canada.
5. Any other business