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Hope With GodDevotion excerpt from Church and Mental Health - by Jeremy Smith For those who have struggled with mental illness or substance misuse for well over six months, you may have felt the pain of helplessness and even hopelessness. Day in and day out without relief, the endless sorrow of losing a loved one, the oncoming panic attack, or the worry of another relapse can wear down the mind, heart, and soul. But we also know that our hope as Christians does not come from within our own selves but from God. He is near to those who call on Him. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted PSALM 34:18 (NIV) Hopelessness is a time of isolation, being at rock bottom, and needing to find support in whatever and wherever we can find it. Scripture consistently talks about how God is our hope, strength, and redeemer. The name of the Lord is a fortified tower; PROVERBS 18:10 (NIV) But you are our Father, ISAIAH 63:16 (NIV) We have many different ways to be able to connect with God. It is in this connection that we are able to find rest. Nothing below is complex, but to be fair, when you are in a wave of hopelessness, the last thing you want or need is something difficult to do. Prayer Scripture Community Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them. MATTHEW 18:19-20 (NIV) For more infomation visit:
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This Weekend - Sunday, October 9th
ADULT CLASS RETURNS THIS SUNDAY AT 9:30 AM Whether you're joining us in person or online, we're happy that you're part of our family! Regular in-person church service this week at 11 am, and online pre-service begins at 10:50 am. Click the link below to join us online and worship with us wherever you are. For more infomation visit:
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Prayer MeetingMonday, October 17, 2022 Corporate prayer is an important part of the life of the church, along with worship, sound doctrine, communion, and fellowship. The early church met regularly to learn the doctrine of the apostles, break bread, and pray together (Acts 2:42). When we pray together with other believers, the effects can be very positive. Corporate prayer edifies and unifies us as we share our common faith. The same Holy Spirit who dwells within each believer causes our hearts to rejoice as we hear praises to our Lord and Savior, knitting us together in a unique bond of fellowship found nowhere else in life. Join us weekly for corporate prayer meetings.
For more infomation visit: http://slavelakealliance.com/events/prayer-meeting--107/2022-10-17
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Opportunities to Serve
FALL & BEYOND • Communion -Please help! We are looking for one volunteer to prepare bread and juice for the end of this month! • Potlucks - Once per month • Audio/Video & Sound Techs - rotating schedule • Nursery - rotating schedule • Kids' Church - rotating schedule • Welcome Committee / Greeters / Ushers - rotating schedule Contact the office if you are interested in helping in any of these areas or if there is a need you see and would like to help fill. |
How to Reach Us
For general church inquiries - info@slavelakealliance.com Pastor Heath Jeffery - heath@slavelakealliance.com Prayer requests (to share a request or join the prayer chain email group): Chelsea Minchau - prayer@slavelakealliance.com Church phone: 780-849-3660 - Voicemail messages are checked regularly. In-person: Feel free to stop by or set up a time to meet with someone! Current SLAC Board Members: Jake Braun - jakeb@slavelakealliance.com Craig Bylsma - craigb@slavelakealliance.com Walter Dyck - walterd@slavelakealliance.com Ryan Pendrak - ryanp@slavelakealliance.com Bookings/Admin, Ministry Support: Tanis Bowd - tanis@slavelakealliance.com Website & Digital Communications, Technical, Sunday schedule: Tracey Scott - tracey@slavelakealliance.com |