April 27/28, 2024
Welcome to First Alliance Church! Here are this week’s news and announcements:
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This Weekend
Everyone loves a good win. It’s fun to celebrate a victory! But what about the side that loses? Sometimes, even a loser can turn out to be the winner in the end … How does Jesus giving up everything to die on the cross —the ultimate loss—become a symbol of life and triumph?
- Scripture: Colossians 2:15-16; Genesis 22:1-18
- Check campus locations & service times
Need to Know
Child Dedication
Dedicating children to the Lord is the first step of their journey toward God. It’s an opportunity as a church community to support parents as they express their desire and commitment to raise their children to know, love, and serve Jesus and entrust them in His care. Our next Child Dedication celebration is Sunday, May 12, at all campuses! Learn more or register your family.
Men’s Hike
Men of FAC, let’s get outside and enjoy some fresh air together! On Saturday, May 11, we’re meeting at Giffith Woods Park at 9:00 am for a hike in this easy-terrain area along Elbow River in SW Calgary. There’s no cost, but you do need to register online. Invite a buddy and connect with other guys from FAC!
Coming Up
- Young Adults: Starting May 1, join us Thursdays at 7:00 pm at Hulls Wood in Fishcreek for the summer! (In the event of rain, meet in the Grade 5&6 Room at the Deerfoot Campus.)
- Fill the Room: Don’t miss the next church-wide night of worship on Sunday, May 26, at the Southwest Campus (16520 24 Street SW)! Seats are limited, so be sure to register early.
- Camp Chamisall: Invest in the next generation for Jesus this summer! Learn more about helping out as staff for a week this July or August, or register your child(ren) for camp; learn more.
Renewed by Jesus’ Love
on the blog
Joining Jesus in the renewal of all things means embracing a transformed life—one marked by love, grace, and a deep connection with our Saviour. One way we celebrate choosing a life with Jesus is through baptism—a public demonstration of our fresh start with Jesus!
“I got to a point where I realized I was trying to serve two masters. I knew I needed to come back to Jesus and to put Him front and centre in my life.”
Check out the rest of Brendan’s story and the rest of those who were baptized in March!
Read BlogApril Giving Update
Thank you for fuelling expressions of God’s love through FAC! Here’s a look at our financials this month as of April 21, 2024:
| Fund | Target to April 30 | Received YTD | Required to April 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $4,077,900 | $3,968,581 | $109,319 |
| Missions | $630,700 | $502,588 | $128,112 |
| Capital | $317,100 | $270,702 | $46,398 |
Have questions about giving? Learn more here or contact Karen Wong for assistance.