Operation Christmas Child reaches out to children around the world in desperate situations, bringing joy and hope through gift-filled shoeboxes, reminding them that they are loved and not forgotten.

Shoeboxes will be available in the foyer on Sundays and during the week. Filled shoeboxes must be returned to the church by Sunday, Nov 23rd. 

For more information about How to Pack a Shoebox >> click here!

You can also pack a shoebox online at packabox.samaritanspurse.ca

Gentlemen, join us for a weekend of worship, teaching, feasting, rest, and fun! The men’s retreat is always a high point—a weekend away to recharge, connect, and sharpen one another. 

Our 2025 Men's Retreat will be held Oct. 31 - Nov. 2 at Loon Lake Lodge, in the back of Maple Ridge (new location this year). *This year, the first 32 men to register get a double room—just you and one other guy to battle it out for the title of loudest snorer!

Early Bird: $210 until October 3rd 
Regular: $230  |  Saturday Day Rate: $90 
Scholarships are available.

Registration Deadline: THIS SUNDAY, OCT 19TH

Contact Brendan for more info: brendand@nsac.bc.ca

Pastor Brendan and Simon Koldyk invite the men of NSA to Streetcar Brewing for a night of fellowship and light refreshments.

Date: Monday, October 20, 2025
Location: Streetcar Brewing
Time: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Cost: $5 (all proceeds go directly to Lazarus House)

-- Please bring extra money to purchase any drinks --

Preteen Mall Merriment is open to all our grade 5, 6 and 7 students. The Preteens will participate in a scavenger-hunt with their leaders! 

We will meet at Park Royal Village & Shopping Center from 7 to 9pm on Friday, October 24th, 2025. Drop off and Pick up outside Home Sense.

Everyone must register in advance, so please sign up before Friday morning. Friends are always welcome, but they must be signed up by Friday morning as well!

Our next Lamplighters Luncheon will be held downstairs at NSAC on October 27th from 11:30am - 1:30pm. If you are 55 or older, you are welcome to join us! Our speaker will be Debby Stenson.

Registration will take place October 12th & 19th in the foyer, before the 9am service and between the services. There will be no sign up the Sunday before the luncheon. The cost per person is $20. Please pay when you register. Friends are welcome, but please register them also.

For more information please contact Bill Gilmartin at 604-988-6602 or wga@telus.net 

Connect at Night is for all women who regularly attend NSAC.  Our next gathering is Monday, October 27th, 7-8:30pm at the church.

There will be time to connect with other women, hear stories of "Resilient Faith", and share in small groups. We hope you'll join us, and please bring your favourite mug!

NSA families with young kids are invited to Princess Park from 1:00-2:30pm on Sunday, November 9th for a family scavenger hunt.  Bring lunch for your family and come enjoy a fun afternoon together! 

If you have any questions please email children@nsac.bc.ca

Are you interested in being Baptised or learning more about Baptism?  This course is for you!

Join Pastor Dave for a two-session Baptism Class
6:30-8:30pm Thursday November 13th and 20th.

Registration is required so that study materials can be prepared for all participants. 
If you have questions about the class, email daves@nsac.bc.ca and alisono@nsac.bc.ca

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Our next Baptism Service will be on Sunday, Nov 30th.

Thank you for giving to the mission of Jesus through NSAC!  If you have any questions please contact finance@nsac.bc.ca

If you are interested in donating securities as part of your giving for the 2025 calendar year, please note that the deadline to submit donation of securities is Monday, December 1st. Securities received after this date will not be processed / liquidated until January 2026.