# This Week's News - From: WRCC — General Emails - Sent: May 7, 2026 (2026-05-07T20:41:11.543Z) - Web version: https://wrcc.flowforth.co/emails/general-emails/8461 - More emails: https://wrcc.flowforth.co/emails/general-emails --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FWRCC_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. --- **May 2026** --- **Month at a Glance** **May 2026** - **Sun. May 10** - Mother's Day - **Wed. May 13** - Pour Over with Pastor - 10:30am - Lobby [**(sign-up)**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3278120) - **Sat. May 23** - Lost & Found: A Half Day Retreat with Mimi Dixon [**(sign-up)**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3608482) - **Sun. May 24** - Baby Shower for baby Judah, son of Amber & Joseph Flitton - 12pm - Fellowship Hall [**(sign-up)**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3600595) - **Tues. May 26** - Coffee Klatsch - 10am - Fellowship Hall - **Thurs. May 28** - Visitation Volunteer Meeting - 6:30pm - Connect with Becky - **Sun. May 31** - Quarterly General Meeting - After Service - Sanctuary --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FChurch_pic_2026-01-22T18-54-26-670Z.png) "Helping people reach their God-given potential in Jesus Christ" **\*\* Sunday Service - 10am with Kids Church** \*\* STEM Club - Tuesdays @ 3:30pm - new equipment! ([**register here)**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3493456) or Drop-in (last session May 26)! \*\* Mixed Bible Study - Mondays @ 10:30am - Lobby [**(register here)**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3623293) \*\* Women's Bible Study - Bi-weekly Wednesdays @ 2pm - contact Joni or Sue for more info \*\* Youth Group - Wednesdays @ 7pm - Fellowship Hall (confirm with Josiah, occasionally held off-site) --- **Announcements** --- **A Message from Pastor Stephen** Mimi Dixon is a celebrated author and speaker who is passionate about her relationship with Jesus and sensitive to the movement of the Holy Spirit in her life and the folks she spends time with. Some of you may remember the Christian Psychologist Dr. Larry Crabb. One of his books was a major influence in our church when I came to White Rock 27 years ago. Mimi Dixon was his Pastor! I would like to encourage you to sign up for the “Half-day Retreat” with Mimi. She is preparing an experience to guide us to notice Jesus in Unexpected Places. I want as many of us as possible to experience this together! Mimi has had a powerful impact on my life and she is also a dear friend of Carolyn Arends. Believe me, you don’t want to miss this unique and powerful opportunity. Limited tickets are available on our website and our “Church Center” app. Please make this course a priority for the morning of May 23rd which will include a lunch. See you there! Pastor Stephen [![](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FMimi_Dixon_2026-04-23T18-23-02-588Z.png)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3608482) LOST AND FOUND: WALKING WITH JESUS IN UNEXPECTED PLACES *A Half-Day Retreat with Mimi Dixon* Join us for a half-day retreat with Mimi Dixon on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 10:00am - 2:00pm at White Rock Community Church. *What should we do when our life with Jesus does not unfold the way we expected? How can we walk by his side in trust and friendship, even when the path seems unclear?* We’ll explore those questions together through teaching from Mimi Dixon, worship with Josiah Wall and Carolyn Arends, some quiet time for personal reflection and journaling, and conversation over a shared lunch. Expect a meaningful opportunity to pause, be refreshed, and connect more deeply with God and one another. **Miriam (Mimi) Dixon** began her ministry in 1979 serving as an associate pastor at Northminster Presbyterian Church in Seattle, Washington. From April of 1985 to May of 2019 she served as senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church of Golden, Colorado. She earned both her MDiv and DMin degrees from Fuller Theological Seminary. Mimi is on the Renovaré Board of Directors and teaches for the Renovaré Institute. She is faculty for Next Frontiers, a ministry to pastors in transition, and actively promotes Christian Spiritual Formation, crediting Richard Foster and Dallas Willard for their influence in her life and ministry. Mimi has authored *Worth Celebrating: a biography of Richard J Foster's Celebration of Discipline,* available through Barclay Press. Note: The regular ticket price is $40. If price is an obstacle, please choose the “Supported Rate” ($20.) If you’re able to help offset the cost for others, please choose the “Supportive Rate” ($60). [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3608482) --- # **We have been approved for** # **2 intern positions!!** These applicants will be working to support Children's Ministry, Youth Ministry, Visitation and Administration for the months of July & August. Please pass this link along to any interested candidates: [**https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jobpostingcsj/49302583**](https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/jobsearch/jobpostingcsj/49302583) **Additional Connection and Support** We offer our prayers to the family and friends grieving the loss of these loved ones. Lil Gogel's Celebration of Life will begin 11am graveside at Sunnyside Lawn Cemetery (14850 28th Avenue, Surrey, BC), 12:30pm light lunch downstairs at WRCC with service @ 1:30pm on May 12 Glennis Foster's Celebration of Life will be at Peace Portal Church @ 1pm May 16th May His face shine upon you. --- ![](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FHelga_May_2026_2026-05-07T18-57-26-608Z.jpg) Helga has been sharing some beautiful moments with visitors from our congregation and finds comfort with her new friend pictured, John. Miriam is also so thankful for the great support from our community - she has moved! She is getting settled in bit by bit and feels her faith has grown in the care of those who came to her aid. Thank you to those who came to help with our Spring Clean - Up. We were a small but mighty crew and it made a BIG difference!! --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FChatGPT_Image_May_7_2026_01_33_55_PM_2026-05-07T20-34-03-644Z.png)](https://efcc.ca/donate/creativeaccesscountry/) [Youssef Missions Link: Select 2-2800 J.Y. from the drop-downmenu.](https://efcc.ca/donate/creativeaccesscountry/) --- [![](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FScreenshot_2026-04-23_at_10_2026-04-23T17-50-35-333Z.png)](https://www.operationbabybottle.com/) Help South Fraser Pregnancy Options reach their goal of $150, 000 with their Operation Baby Bottle Campaign. Click below to visit their site and scroll down to view various donation options to serve you. [Donate](https://www.operationbabybottle.com/) --- [**Church Calendar**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar?view=gallery) [![Mixed Bible Study](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-30-319Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-0.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/221956209) May 11, 2026, 10:30 AM Mixed Bible Study Join us for a day-time bible study series Mondays 10:30am - 12pm in the church lobby. Starts Monday, May 4 - Monday June 8 (no session May 18). We're giving this a trial run and look forward to offering a continual daytime study in the fall if we see it serving our community. [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/221956209) [![STEM Club](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-30-989Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-1.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/207151993) May 12, 2026, 3:30 PM STEM Club Our Spring session started up last week and runs through May 26, 2026. It's exciting to see how this program is growing!!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. Drop-ins are always welcome!Click the button below for more info; we'd love to see your kids there!Questions? Reach out to our Director of Children's Ministry:Deanna GutierrezP: 604-531-2131E: office@wrcconline.com [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/207151993) [![Pour Over with Pastor Steve](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-31-677Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-2.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/205522495) May 13, 2026, 10:30 AM Pour Over with Pastor Steve Take a moment to enjoy fellowship with Pastor Steve over a lovingly brewed coffee. See you then! To help us plan, please click the button below to let us know you're coming! [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/205522495) [![Lost & Found: A Half-Day Retreat with Mimi Dixon](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-32-549Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-3.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/221313674) May 23, 2026, 10:00 AM Lost & Found: A Half-Day Retreat with Mimi Dixon What should we do when our life with Jesus does not unfold the way we expected? How can we walk by his side in trust and friendship, even when the path seems unclear? We’ll explore those questions together through teaching from Mimi Dixon, worship with Josiah Wall and Carolyn Arends, some quiet time for personal reflection and journaling, and conversation over a shared lunch. Expect a meaningful opportunity to pause, be refreshed, and connect more deeply with God and one another. [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/221313674) [![Judah's Baby Shower](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-33-253Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-4.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/219984479) May 24, 2026, 12:00 PM Judah's Baby Shower Ladies, you are invited!Amber and Joseph are overjoyed to celebrate the birth of Judah! We’d love for you to join us for lunch, games, and gifts in the Fellowship Hall as we bless their growing family. Gift ideas can be found through their registry link. Thank you!Jodi & Ave Berghuis, Women's Ministry [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/219984479) [![Coffee Klatsch](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-33-943Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-5.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/194115330) May 26, 2026, 10:00 AM 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/194115330) [![Visitation Volunteer Meeting](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-05-07T02-41-34-659Z-6fc3cb45-e7f1-480f-8414-5858ca5ccb1c-card-6.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/211624170) May 28, 2026, 6:30 PM 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 McCaffreyP: 604-897-4012E: beckymccaffrey65@gmail.com [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/211624170) [![QGM](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2FAnnualQuarterly_General_Meeting_1_2026-05-07T02-43-13-248Z.png&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/214835975) May 31, 2026, 12:00 PM QGM We will have our Quarterly General Meeting after Service in the Sanctuary on May 31. We look forward to seeing you there! [View Event](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/214835975) [**Children's Ministry Update**](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/calendar?view=gallery) [![Volunteers - Summer Camp 2026](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-04-30T20-38-55-069Z-a92b7aca-dd37-4cd2-b384-3924612ffa69-card-0.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3597547) Volunteers - Summer Camp 2026 Let's get ready to rumble in this deeply meaningful work for God's Kingdom! There are a variety of areas your offerings can help us in preparation or during camp. Please click the link below and check off any areas that interest you (you can choose more than one!) and let us know what lights you up so we can let you flourish. Any questions, contact our Director of Children's Ministry: Deanna Gutierrez P: 604-531-2131 E: office@wrcconline.com Thank you!! [Sign-Up](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3597547) [![VBS Summer Camp Aug 17-21, 2026](https://churchusercontent.com/api/image-proxy?url=https%3A%2F%2Fauth.churchspace.co%2Fstorage%2Fv1%2Fobject%2Fpublic%2Forganization-assets%2F8eecc158-32ce-4be9-84d4-9c7a967d78dd%2Fpco-imports%2F2026-04-30T20-38-55-582Z-a92b7aca-dd37-4cd2-b384-3924612ffa69-card-1.jpg&crop=16:9&w=600)](https://wrcconline.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3329008) Aug 17 – Aug 21, 2026 VBS Summer Camp Aug 17-21, 2026 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! If you have any questions about registering or the program, please contact our Director of Children's Ministry: Deanna Gutierrez P: 604-531-2131 E: office@wrcconline.com Thank you!! 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It teaches that God can be experienced in work, family, and leisure, not just quiet solitude, fostering a deeper connection with Jesus. --- **Looking Ahead** **May 2026** - **Fri. June 5** - Movie Night: Truth & Treason - 6:30pm - Fellowship Hall - **Wed. June 10** - Pour Over with the Pastor - 10:30am - Lobby - **Sun. June 14** - Summer BBQ - After Service - Crescent Park - **Sun. June 21** - Father's Day - **Thurs. June 25** - Visitation Volunteer Meeting - 6:30pm - Connect with Becky - **Tues. June 30** - Coffee Klatsch - 10am - Fellowship Hall --- [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)