Weekly Update
Welcome to FAC (First Alliance Church)! To translate the website into your preferred language, look for the Canada flag drop-down in the main menu, top-right. Here is this week’s news:
June 28/29, 2025: New Series Begins
Some “church words” can feel confusing or outdated—but some of the words we use are key to really understanding our faith. This summer, let’s rediscover the deeper meaning behind some of the big words that define our faith and why they matter now more than ever. If you struggle with feeling not qualified or not good enough, don’t miss this weekend as we start things off by unpacking the word “anointed”.
Need to Know
See what’s coming up this summer at FAC: check the Events page for a complete list of opportunities across all FAC campuses.
Yahoo! Stampede is Coming to FAC!
- FAC Southwest Stampede Breakfast: Sunday, July 6, 10:00 am-12:00 pm at Glenmore Christian Academy. This is our opportunity to welcome our SW neighbours for a morning of pancakes, live music and family fun hosted by the Southwest Campus!
- FAC Deerfoot BBQ Party: Saturday, July 13, 7:30 pm in the East Parking Lot. Bring a friend, come for the 6:30 pm service then stick around for a fun evening of live music by Dean Lauderdale and Emma Proctor, Calgary Mini Donuts and “Family Squeezed Lemonade” food trucks, kids’ activities, and horse-drawn wagon rides! Harvest BBQ food tickets are now available online; only limited tickets will be available to purchase the day of the event.
Be a part of making these community events happen! Stop by the Information Desk to sign up to help with set-up/tear-down, food service, kids’ activities, or hospitality.
Summer Outdoor Baptisms
Baptism is following Jesus’ example and showing the world you’ve accepted the grace Jesus offers and are following Him. It’s a one-time, public ‘yes!’ to all that He offers. Our outdoor baptism service is happening again on Sunday, July 27, 2:30 pm at Policeman’s Flats! Sign up here if you’re ready to be baptized. Everyone is welcome to come celebrate!
Parents: If you have a child or youth wanting to get baptized, our DiscoveryLand or Student Ministries team would love to hear from you!
DiscoveryLand Summer Serve
Every weekend around 90 people help make DiscoveryLand a safe and fun place for kids to connect and learn about God across our campuses — we’re so grateful for each person who’s part of our crew! This summer, we’d love for you to join the fun, too. Can you help in a classroom once or twice this July and August? Sign up below and choose the date(s), campus, and age group that work best for you!
“Seeing the same kids each week and remembering details about their lives seems to make a positive impact. I like when I see them outside of DiscoveryLand … I can wave and they have recognition pass over their faces, realizing God has put another adult in their life who cares for them.”
(DiscoveryLand volunteer)
Missions Garage Sale Fundraiser
Clear out your closets this weekend (be sure to check what we’re accepting/not accepting) and drop off your donations July 2-4 at FAC Deerfoot and then come shop in support of short-term missions next Saturday, July 5, 10:00 am-2:00 pm in the Student Centre! For more information, please contact Bev Dow.
Financial Year-End: Let’s Finish Strong!
As we close out our budget year on Monday, we’re believing for $700,000 by June 30 to launch strong into another year of joining Jesus in the renewal of all things. Your generosity fuels life change, hope, healing, and the upkeep of the spaces where we gather!
Would you prayerfully consider how you help us finish strong?
Have questions about giving at FAC? Learn more here or contact Karen Wong.