# This Week's News - From: WRCC — General Emails - Sent: August 15, 2026 (2026-08-15T03:08:36.824Z) - Web version: https://wrcc.flowforth.co/emails/general-emails/14840 - More emails: https://wrcc.flowforth.co/emails/general-emails --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/WRCC_Logo_copy_2_2026-01-22T18-33-49-243Z.png) --- [Click Here for Secure Ways to Give](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/giving) When giving online, please select where you would like your donation to go by using the drop-down menu. --- **August 2026** --- **Month at a Glance** **August 2026** - **Sun. Aug 16** - 12pm - Summer Camp preparations after service, chairs move to the Nursery - **Mon. Aug 17** - **Fri. Aug 21** - 9:30am - 12pm - Kids Summer Camp (VBS) - **Tues. Aug 25** - Coffee Klatsch - 10am - Fellowship Hall - **Thurs. Aug 27** - Visitation Volunteer Meeting - 6:30pm - Connect with Becky - **Fri. Aug 28** - Keith Bridgefoot Memorial - 1pm - Sanctuary at WRCC (please RSVP to Claire: [ctiessen67@gmail.com](mailto:ctiessen67@gmail.com) by Aug 24) --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/Church_pic_2026-01-22T18-54-26-670Z.png) "Helping people reach their God-given potential in Jesus Christ" **\*\* Sunday Service - 10am with Kids Church** \*\* Bible Study - resuming in the fall \*\* Pour Over with the Pastor - resuming in the fall \*\* Women's Bible Study - paused until September \*\* GriefShare - next session starts Sept 8. \*\* STEM Club - starts Sept 15, Summer Camp Aug 17-21 \*\* Youth Group - stay tuned for a few special summer events, regular weekly meet-ups resume in September --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/Church_Prayers_Slide_1_2026-08-15T00-23-56-606Z.png) --- **In Memory of Leslie Rempel** Leslie Rempel passed away on **Saturday, August 8**. Please keep Leslie’s daughter, **Kathy Stewart**, and the entire family in your prayers as they grieve their loss. **Memorial service information will be shared as it becomes available.** **Updates** --- **Volunteer Availability** The ministries that Deanna schedules are: - Children's Ministry - Communion - Greeters - Counters These ministries should have received an email earlier this week asking volunteers to update their availability for the upcoming schedule. Deanna will be scheduling volunteers for September through November this round. Please update your availability directly through the link in that email, through your apps (Services or Church Center), or connect with Deanna in the church office if you need any help. You’ll also find a few short instructional videos at the bottom of this newsletter to guide you through the process using the apps. If it’s easier, you’re welcome to simply send your unavailable dates to [**office@wrcconline.com**](mailto:office@wrcconline.com), and Deanna will be happy to update them for you. With our **two services beginning September 20**, there will be some adjustments within our ministries as we prepare for this transition. Please keep an eye on your email over the coming weeks as we work through the details and communicate any changes that may affect you or the ministry you serve in. Thank you for your flexibility and patience as we make this shift together! --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/2_services_3_2026-07-31T00-41-48-305Z.png)](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MHDCTZ8) **We are growing!** Please share your preferences about our transition to two services through [**this link**](https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MHDCTZ8), or connect with Deanna in the office. Thank you! --- [**Church Calendar**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar?view=gallery) [![Coffee Klatsch](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-53-36-755Z-51c60692-959c-48d2-8c17-e07b3ff6a059-card-0.jpg?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/194115333) Aug 25, 10am Coffee Klatsch Enjoy some fellowship time. Everyone welcome! For more information, please contact: Henny Spreitzer: P: 604-535-4131 [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/194115333) [![Visitation Volunteer Meeting](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-53-37-363Z-51c60692-959c-48d2-8c17-e07b3ff6a059-card-1.jpg?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/211624173) Aug 27, 6:30pm Visitation Volunteer Meeting Monthly connection for volunteers in the Visitation Ministry. Training and continual support provided. For information or to join in, please contact: Becky McCaffrey P: 604-897-4012 E: beckymccaffrey65@gmail.com [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/211624173) [![Keith Bridgefoot Memorial](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-53-38-139Z-51c60692-959c-48d2-8c17-e07b3ff6a059-card-2.jpg?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/230211070) Aug 28, 1pm Keith Bridgefoot Memorial **Please RSVP** to daughter Claire at ctiessen67@gmail.com by Aug 24 if you can attend. [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/230211070) [![Movie Night: Skylark](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/Movie_Night_2026-08-15T00-54-45-845Z.png?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/194109833) Sep 4, 6:30pm Movie Night: Skylark Set on a Midwestern farm, a harsh drought forces Jacob to send his children away to safety while he and Sarah stay behind to save their land and marriage. Everyone welcome. Bring a snack to share and a friend to join in! Enter around the back by the parking lot. [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/194109833) [![Baptism Class](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/Baptism_Class_1280_x_720_px_2026-08-15T01-36-36-566Z.png?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/signups/3820738) Sept 6, 12pm Baptism Class Join Pastor Stephen, along with a light lunch, as he prepares you for an ocean baptism on Sept 20. Please sign up by clicking the button below, or let Deanna know in the office. [Sign up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/signups/3820738) [![Grief Share](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-53-39-589Z-51c60692-959c-48d2-8c17-e07b3ff6a059-card-4.jpg?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/232324699) Sep 8, 6:30pm Grief Share GriefShare is a 13 week program to help process the loss of a loved one. For information or to join in, please contact: Becky McCaffrey P: 604-897-4012 E: beckymccaffrey65@gmail.com [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/232324699) [![Fall Kick off](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-53-40-557Z-51c60692-959c-48d2-8c17-e07b3ff6a059-card-5.jpg?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/211389016) Sep 13, 12pm Fall Kick off Join us for a time of **fellowship and fun after the service on Sunday, September 13**, as we celebrate our **Fall Kick-Off!** We’ll enjoy delicious gourmet sausages from the **Taste of Heaven Food Truck**, with the added bonus of supporting **NightShift Ministries** in the process. Come enjoy some great food and time together as we kick off the fall season. **We look forward to seeing you there!** [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/211389016) [![STEM Club](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-53-41-353Z-51c60692-959c-48d2-8c17-e07b3ff6a059-card-6.jpg?crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/232325036) Sep 15, 3:30pm STEM Club Our Fall session is 13 classes and will run from Sept 15 - Dec 8. Drop-ins are welcome at any time. This club is for elementary-aged kids and runs from 3:30 - 5:00 pm at White Rock Community Church. Please enter through the parking lot door around the back. Register through the "Sign up" button below! Questions? Reach out to our Director of Children's Ministry: Deanna Gutierrez P: 604-531-2131 E: office@wrcconline.com [Sign up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/232325036) --- [**Children's Ministry Update**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar?view=gallery) **We’re staying after the service this Sunday, August 16, to set up and decorate for Summer Camp, which starts Monday!** If you’re able to stick around and lend a hand, **we’d love your help!** Many hands will make the set-up go much faster. **And yes… there will be pizza! 🍕🙂** Thank you for helping us get everything ready for an amazing week of Summer Camp! --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/pco-imports/2026-08-15T00-58-10-791Z-21762c70-a319-4274-ab89-884c3d337829.jpg)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3329008) ## VBS Summer Camp Aug 17-21, 2026 **Aug 17 – Aug 21** **Mystery Club: Investigating the Truth of Jesus** Get ready for an exciting week of discovery, creativity, and fun! At Mystery Club, kids will step into the role of investigators as we explore the truth of Jesus through engaging Bible stories, real-life stories of faith, and hands-on activities. Each day will include fun games, interactive challenges, and time to build friendships, along with a snack to keep everyone energized. Kids will be encouraged to ask questions, think deeply, and discover how the story of Jesus connects to their own lives. This program is designed for elementary-aged kids and offers a safe, welcoming environment where every child can belong, learn, and have a great time. We can’t wait to investigate together! **HOW TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD (if you are not currently in our system):** 1. Begin by creating a personal account using ***parent*** email, ***parent*** phone number, and ***parent*** name. You can find instructions here: [Log In to Church Center](https://help.planningcenter.com/en/141274-find-your-church.html). 2. Please be patient. There's no need to create a username or password to remember. Instead, this system uses a two-step verification process and sends you a code for logging in. Sometimes the code comes through quickly and sometimes it can take a moment. Once you're logged in, you won't have to log in again for at least 2 weeks unless you log out manually from your profile. 3. Once your personal profile has been created, create profiles for your family members and add them to your household by choosing the option “**+ Add someone else**” AND check the box for "**This person is in my household**". 4. Do not select yourself as an attendee if you are not actually attending the event. 5. Do not add your personal email or phone number to your child's profile, please. 6. If you have any questions about registering or the program, please contact **Deanna Gutierrez, Director of Children's Ministry** **P: 604-531-2131** **E: office@wrcconline.com** [Register](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3329008) --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/EFCC_2026-01-22T20-04-17-021Z.jpg)](https://efcc.ca/) [EFCC Prayer Guide](https://efcc.ca/prayer-guide/) [![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/daily_bread_ministries_take_2_2026-01-22T21-01-50-757Z.jpg)](https://ourdailybreadministries.ca/) [Daily Devotions](https://ourdailybreadministries.ca/daily-devotions/) [EFCC July & August Events Download](https://auth.churchspace.co/storage/v1/object/public/organization-assets/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/july_aug_events_poster-8_2026-07-09T20-51-56-727Z.pdf) --- **External Events** **Move for Malawi** You can now visit the [**Move for Malawi**](https://z6h1.engage.squarespace-mail.com/r?m=6a7374a5ff306c1294f2ecf8&u=https%3A%2F%2Fmoveformalawi.com&w=648a0bcf2cf4684c5a2031a7&c=b_6a7355c957056d2eeffc793d&l=en-US&s=clxo9u-xPZoAMw4t_53SSX_JP8o%3D) website to **sign up** and set up your individual fundraising page to share with family and friends. This year, every participant registers individually as we unite toward a shared goal of **raising $50,000** to support vital programs in Malawi. Whether you join one of our family-friendly events, like conquering Malkow Lookout in Smithers or walking Crescent Park in South Surrey, or host a custom challenge of your own, your participation brings direct hope and impact. **South Surrey @ Crescent Park on September 5, 2026! Register below!!** [Register: Move for Malawi](https://www.moveformalawi.com/) --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd/Screenshot_2026-07-02_at_10_2026-07-02T17-03-52-652Z.png) --- **Looking Ahead** **September 2026** - **Fri. Sept 4** - Movie Night - Skylark - 6:30pm - Fellowship Hall - **Sun. Sept 6** - Baptism Class - After Service - Fellowship Hall - **Mon. Sept 7 -** Labour Day - **Tues. Sept 8** - GriefShare starts 13 week session - 6:30pm - Fellowship Hall - **Tues. Sept 8** - Josiah is back from sabbatical! - **Sun. Sept 13** - Fall Kick-off with Taste of Heaven Food Truck - After Service - **Tues. Sept 15** - STEM Club Fall Session starts - 3:30pm - Fellowship Hall - **Sun. Sept 20** - 2 services 9:15 & 11am - Baptism following the 11am service - Women's Bible Study - TBD - Youth Kick-off - TBD - Monday Daytime Bible Study - TBD - Pour Over with Pastor - starting up in October --- [Volunteer Application](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1147995) [Home Group Interest](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1142990) [Membership Application](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/people/forms/1149067) **Resource Videos: Church Center & Services** **Update your address or other details in Church Center** Please view the short video below on how to make updates to your profile information. If your *birthday* is incorrect, you'll need to email the office to update it at: [office@wrcconline.com](mailto:office@wrcconline.com) [![Video thumbnail](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.youtube.com%2Fvi%2FmtnFc1-TVG8%2Fhq720.jpg)](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/mtnFc1-TVG8) --- **Volunteer Scheduling Video support** [![Video thumbnail](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.youtube.com%2Fvi%2F23YUajRNOcY%2Fhq720.jpg)](https://youtube.com/shorts/23YUajRNOcY?feature=share) **Updating your availability in the Services app** ⬆️ Blockout dates are days that you are not available to serve. [![Video thumbnail](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.youtube.com%2Fvi%2Fdki3j8JR3-0%2Fhq720.jpg)](https://youtube.com/shorts/dki3j8JR3-0) **Updating your availability in the Church Center app ⬆️** Blockout dates are days that you are not available to serve. [![Video thumbnail](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimg.youtube.com%2Fvi%2FZtMTlvq70Q4%2Fhq720.jpg)](https://youtube.com/shorts/ZtMTlvq70Q4) **Updating a family member's availability in Services ⬆️** (You can only do this in the Services app, not in Church Center) --- **That's all the news for this week.** **We look forward to having you join us for our Sunday Service at 10am.** --- **The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.** **Numbers 6:24-26** **WRCC Office Hours** **Tuesday - Thursday** **9am - 3pm (Lunch 12:30 - 1:30)** **P: 604-531-2131** **E:** [**office@wrcconline.com**](mailto:nrempel48@gmail.com)