Celebrating Christmas in community and 'cramming Earth with heaven', all month long!

A new package every Sunday of Advent, designed to extend generosity and love in simple, down to earth ways.

 (November 30)

 In response to food insecurity in our area, we invite you to fill two bags with donated pantry items - shopping list included!

One bag will go to serve immediate need through our special Christmas Community Food Cupboard Drop-In. The other is to return in January, when shelves are typically more bare, but the need is still great.

You can also make a monetary donation to directly cover this special Christmas food project that serves our vulnerable neighbours.

*Groceries bag drop offs: December 7 at our gathering, December 10 7-9pm, or via the church office Mon-Thurs 9am-4pm or Fri 9am-noon

 

DONATE TO THE DOWN TO EARTH PROJECT HERE
DOWNLOAD YOUR SHOPPING LIST HERE
VOLUNTEER WITH THE CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY FOOD CUPBOARD DROP IN (DEC. 17 & 18)

(December 7)

Using words of encouragement and a simple gesture, pick up a Peace Card  and pass it on to someone you know. 

(December 14)

Pick up a pre-packaged treat to give away, repeating the sounding joy where you live, work go to school and play.

 

Love Makes Room (December 21)

Partner with a local organization by way of volunteering, donating, or simply - maybe most importantly - learning more about the relevant needs of our surrounding community.

 

(December 21)

Partner with a local organization by way of volunteering, donating, or simply - maybe most importantly - learning more about the relevant needs of our surrounding community.

 

Every Sunday during the Advent season, we are gathering for carols, meaningful messages around Hope, Peace, Joy and Love. Afterwards, we're carving out space for intentional connection... and holday treats!

*Children's program for nursery to grade 6

*Sunday December 21 is intergenerational - all ages together all morning

Help pack and sort for the Down to Earth Project ... and enjoy a festive little evening at Forest Brook !⁠
Wednesday December 10 from 7-9pm, for anyone who loves Christmas music, yummy treats, and fun people 😉 We'll be putting our hands to work prepping, packing and sorting!
No sign up, just pop and get your fill of Christmas cheer! ⁠
This is a perfect time to drop off your Bags of Hope groceries too.

Navigating difficult holidays? If this season is painful for you because of loss or grief, this is a soft place to land hosted by people who care. 

The Forest Brook lounge will be open following the December 14th gathering for quiet reflection and connection. Create a token in memory of a loved one, or simply light a candle to honour someone who have lost. No registration, just pop in.

Hosted by the GriefShare Leadership Team.

A special Christmas Community Food Cupboard Drop-in, in response to food insecurity in our area this season, we are giving away bags of shelf-safe food and Christmas treats to neighbours who need it. 

Volunteer to help set up or host!

VOLUNTEER WITH THE CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY FOOD CUPBOARD DROP IN (DEC. 17 & 18)

Christmas carols, music, story, and celebration for the whole family. A cozy hour-long gathering on December 24th at 5:30pm.

CHRISTMAS SERIES ABOUT MEETING GOD AT GROUND LEVEL: 'HEAVEN CAME DOWN', CATCH UP  HERE