Devotional

Thessalonians: A Review (and where we're going next)

I trust you've been encouraged and challenged in the book of Thessalonians over the past couple of months. Let's review, shall we?

1 & 2 Thessalonians give us some beautiful models for how to be ready and stay ready for Jesus' return. We are shown:

A Model for Waiting. As we are introduced to this church (see Acts 17:1-9), we see that they are living with full expectation that Jesus is returning, but they are doing it in motion. Their lives are marked by obedience to Christ's commands.

A Model for Authenticity. Paul, Silas, and Timothy show the church what it means to be real, to live without a mask. It's anchored in the fact that your true self is who you are in Christ.

A Model for Joy. Perhaps it's too often forgotten or overlooked, but joy is found in the family God.

A Model for Holiness. In all things, especially when it comes to sexual ethics and morality, the call is to live in order to please the Lord.

A Model for Readiness. Since we are children of the day and of the light, we are not to be surprised by (asleep to) the coming of Christ. In fact, we're meant to encourage one another with this incredible, inevitable truth.

A Model for Church Life. How we care for one another in the body of Christ matters immensely. We must watch these interactions and the attitudes of our hearts closely.

A Model for Justice. God is perfectly just and righteous and is asking His people to live rightly and act justly to reflect His heart and character.

A Model for Steadiness. With all of the voices vying for our attention, followers of Christ must hold onto the truth that lines up with the Word of God and not be moved from it, testing everything against it.

A Model for Work. Working and being productive in the world matters to God and displays His glory.

What a journey! Just eight short chapters with so much for us to learn and apply with the help of the Spirit.

For the next six weeks we're going to have some fun with a handful of the farming and agricultural metaphors that Jesus used in His teaching. It seemed appropriate during the growing season! The speaking team is looking forward to diving into that with you... I'll be starting in Mark 4:26-29 this Sunday.

It's great to be on this journey of growth in Christ with you all.

See you on Sunday,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, July 27@ 10am

FARM TO TABLE
The Mystery of the Farm
Tracy Dunham

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The Next Decision (after the best decision)

Following Jesus is the best decision you could ever make! Your next step is water baptism.

If you have a relationship with Christ but have never been baptized, today's email is for you. Water Baptism is a beautiful, physical expression of what has happened in your life as a new Christian. Going down under the water symbolizes the fact that you have identified with Christ in His death and have yourself died to sin. Coming up out of the water symbolizes that you have participated with Christ in His own resurrection from the dead and that you have been raised to a new way of living.

Water baptism cannot save you. You must place your faith and trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour before being baptized in water. Water baptism requires repentance, faith and obedience. Water baptism is a reference point for the rest of your life.

Water baptism is an important part of being a disciple of Jesus Christ because:

  • It is obedience to Christ’s Great Commission: Matthew 28:19-20

  • It follows the example of Jesus. Matthew 3:13-17

  • It follows the example of the Early Church: Acts 2:38, Acts 8:46, Acts 9:18, Acts 10:46-48, Acts 16:32-33, Acts 19:4-5

  • It confirms identification with Christ: Galatians 2:20

  • It is a testimony of the change in your life: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Being baptized in water will strengthen your faith as you take this step of obedience to Christ. Your baptism provides a wonderful opportunity to give witness to what has taken place in your life to everyone present. Also, your obedience to Christ moves you along the pathway of God’s blessing.

You can learn more about baptism in this sermon from last fall.

And, if you're ready to be baptized, we're having a baptism service on Sunday, August 31st. Just follow this link and fill out the form to let me know. I would love to help facilitate this step for you!

In Christ,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, July 120@ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Work
Tracy Dunham

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A Musical Education (discovering and rediscovering music)

On Sunday, I made a joke about how seriously I take my role of teaching the next generation about church music from the 80s and 90s. My daughter, Shay, was my latest victim, being forced to listen to "Thank You" by Ray Boltz while she ate her dinner. And, while I do love to share my love for decades-old Christian music, the theme of music came up a lot while I was on vacation in June.

I realized that I had gotten into the habit of only listening to talking: podcasts, audiobooks, and tv shows. In the car, going for walks, or making dinner, it was either silence or talking. I don't know when this started happening, but I decided to be intentional about discovering and rediscovering great music. It was like reconnecting with an old friend.

There is something so special about music. It's both universal and unique to each person. It has the ability to articulate (with or without words) what the heart needs to communicate. Great songs give voice to things that are buried deep inside of us. Sometimes that's pain, but often that's joy. I kept finding little pockets of joy bubbling up in me when I filled my kitchen, car, or headphones with music.

It's no coincidence that the Bible tells us to sing and make music. (See Ephesians 5:19, Psalm 95:12, Colossians 3:16, Psalm 68:4, Acts 16:25) Praise and worship are the ultimate expression of the power of songs in our lives. They can change the atmosphere in the room, and they can (will!) change the posture of our hearts towards God.

So, what are you listening to? I encourage you not to neglect the incredible gift of worship in song. Fill your life with music that points your heart toward God whenever you can.

I'd love to hear what you're listening to that is meaningful to you right now. Let me know! And I will share with you the nostalgic, potentially cheesy, lists from the 80s and 90s that I've been loving lately:

(Spotify has similar playlists if you search for them!)

See you on Sunday, Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, July 13 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Steadiness
Tracy Dunham

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Praying for Canada (God keep our land)

As we start each summer, we have a built-in reminder of the gift we've been given to live in Canada. No matter how you celebrated on Tuesday, Canada Day gives us an opportunity to pray for our country and to be grateful for all that we have. Perhaps, like me, you take this for granted far too often.

The Pentecostal Assemblies of Canada has put together an initiative called Transforming Canada Together which includes a helpful guide called "One Hour of Prayer for Canada." Join me this week in praying for God to move in our nation, for our leaders, and for our fellow Canadians.

See you on Sunday as we take our first steps into 2 Thessalonians!
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, July 6 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Justice
Tracy Dunham

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10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Join Us for Braeside Family Camp: Worship, Community, and Rest Await! (Guest Writer: Pastor Erin, again!)

This Sunday marks the beginning of Braeside Family Camp — a 3-week stretch of services, worship, community, and rest in the presence of God. Camp runs June 29–July 20. I’ll be attending Sunday evening service this week and likely a few other services over the 3 weeks, I would love for you to join me or pop in on your own during the 3 weeks.

Whether you’re coming solo, bringing the whole family, or tagging along with a friend, there’s something for everyone:

🟢 Evening services (with childcare provided Thursday–Sunday)

🟢 Youth Takeovers on Wednesdays

🟢 A beautiful space to walk, pray, linger, and connect

🟢 The Tuck Shop (yes, snacks after service!)

It’s only about 30 minutes from the church, and the best part is — you get all the benefits of camp life, but you still get to sleep in your own bed!

Some of the most formational moments in my Christian journey happened at places like Braeside. There’s just something powerful about stepping out of your normal rhythm, making space to hear from God, and showing up with expectation. Camp creates that kind of space — and God often meets us there in quiet, life-giving ways.

So here’s your invitation: Come as you are. Come when you can. And come ready to be refreshed.

Find full details at www.braesidecamp.ca/family-camp.

Coming up this Sunday:

We wrap up our journey through 1 Thessalonians and it’s also Name Tag Sunday! Kids will be in the service with us, and right after, we’ll head outside for our Potluck BBQ. We’ll provide the hot dogs — you bring a side to share — and we’ll also have frozen treats for sale to support our Mission Goal.

Come expecting to hear from God, come expecting an excellent time with your church family, and if you can plan to join us at Braeside’s 6:00 PM evening service too!

Pastor Erin

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, June 29 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Church Life (Part 2)
Erin Jamieson

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Summer at Freedom: What’s Ahead (Guest Writer: Pastor Erin)

Hey Freedom Family,

Summer is here — and there are some great ways to stay connected, serve together, and grow this summer!

Here’s what’s coming up and how you can be part of it:

👋 Name Tag Sunday – Next Sunday!

We’re kicking off summer with Name Tag Sunday and a Potluck BBQ after the service!

We’ll be grilling hot dogs — just bring a side to share, and we’ll have frozen treats for sale to support our mission giving.

It’s a great Sunday to bring a friend and take a moment to meet someone new.

🍭 Tuck Shop Evenings

The Tuck Shop is back for a few evenings this summer — a fun way to serve the neighborhood and enjoy time together. Don’t worry, it’s not every week!

If you’re interested in helping out (or just want more info), email Erin and we’ll get you on the list.

🌿 Garden Team

If you love being outside, consider joining the Garden Team this summer to help keep our grounds looking great. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just want to lend a hand, there’s room for you. Click here to sign up!

We’re almost at the finish line in our series on 1 Thessalonians — this week is the second-last message (I get to use the word penultimate!).

We’ll be in 1 Thessalonians 5:12–15, where Paul gives the church some final encouragement — and it’s super practical.

“Acknowledge those who work hard among you… hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work.”

Paul reminds us that the church isn’t meant to copy the status and hierarchy of the culture around us. In the early church, leaders were recognized not for power or position, but for their faithful service.

This Sunday, we’ll talk about what godly leadership really looks like — and how we all play a part in creating a church community that values respect, peace, and mutual care.

Can’t wait to worship with you,

Erin

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, June 22 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Church Life (Part 1)
Erin Jamieson

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A Fresh Look at God as Father (Guest Writer: Scott Corkill)

The woman simply shouted "I will never address God as my Father!".. and walked out of our mid-week Bible Study (a mic drop moment). There was an awkward silence in the room for what seemed like forever. Strangely enough, I remember the experience quite clearly (since it happened over 25 years ago).

One of the leaders at my church had been leading an interactive study about who God is, and when the title of "Heavenly Father" came up, the tone of the conversation shifted, and with the sharing of some strong feelings, there were some differences of opinion, things got excited, and this led to the woman's abrupt self-departure from our gathering.

Through the years, I've personally spoken with a handful of people who shared the difficulty and frustration of this woman - how can we call God "Heavenly Father", when that title is sometimes burdened and steeped with very heavy baggage from a possible strained relationship with our earthly father? And on a deeper level... what is our picture of God like? What comes into our mind when we think about God? Does it really matter?

On Sunday, I'll be sharing a bit about this tension, and talking a bit more about God as Father in a message entitled "Our Father Is A Good, Good Father". We often think that Jesus was teaching his disciples to pray when he taught them what we refer to as "The Lord's Prayer"... and yes, I know he was teaching them to pray. But I think Jesus was teaching them something in addition to how to pray.…. I think he was also teaching them about the One to Whom we pray.

How you picture God matters.

What comes into your mind when you think about God matters.

Not just at church, but in your whole life.

It just might influence your life far more than you think!

Come and join us on Sunday morning as we spend time discovering how to recover a proper picture of God, and how to restore (and sustain) life-giving relationship with Him.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Scott Corkill

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, June 15 @ 10am

FATHER’S DAY
Our Father is a Good, Good Father
Scott Corkill

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Embrace the Power of the Holy Spirit! (Guest Writer: Pastor Del)

It is Pentecost Sunday in a few days. Why does that matter? How does it affect your life? I trust you are aware of the significance of what happened on that date two thousand years ago and how it changed our relationship and interaction with God. Jesus died on the cross to pay for our sin debt and rose from the dead two days later. He spent the next forty days meeting with and teaching over five hundred of his followers about the kingdom of God and the part they play in it. Jesus then commissioned every believer to reach all people and make them his disciples. He told them to go to Jerusalem and prayerfully wait to receive the empowering presence of the Holy Spirit and then he ascended into heaven where he still resides.

Ten days later, on the Sunday of the Jewish Pentecost celebrations, all the believers gathered in Jerusalem experienced what they had been promised. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and his power to be witnesses of Jesus in their local communities, their regions, and throughout the entire world (Acts 1:8 / 2:1-4). Since that event, every Christ follower has the potential for a deep intimate relationship with the Lord by engaging the Spirit continuously to understand and apply the Word, pray with confidence and effect, and live in a way that pleases and glorifies God. You have the privilege and opportunity every moment to be filled with the same Holy Spirit that the first disciples were. That has major implications as it relates to the sermon this Sunday about being a godly model for readiness for Jesus to return to earth one more time.

To prepare to hear the message with context and insight, read and think about the passage in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:11. I pray you will find the words encouraging and will share them with others for building up our faith as we look for Jesus to return at any moment. I will make the connection between staying true to the Lord and the ongoing sustaining power of the Holy Spirit to do so. I look forward to participating with you in worship, fellowship, and service as is our habit on Sunday morning. Be blessed.

Pastor Del

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, June 8@ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Readiness
Del Wells

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10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Some Time Off (and FYI!)

I'm doing something a little unusual this year and taking four weeks of vacation in a row. That means that starting on Monday, I will be away for almost a whole month, including the last four Sundays in June. So, I know you'll understand when I don't respond to calls or emails until early July. (I expect it will take me a few days to catch up!) This Sunday, I'll be speaking from our People Get Ready series and then finishing up a few things before I log off.

Normally I don't announce when any of the Staff take time off, but I wanted to let you know about this for a few reasons:

  1. I plan on truly unplugging and will not be reachable for any church business. Pastor Erin is up to speed, extremely capable, and able to help with anything that comes up.

  2. I've been working to prepare all the teams I oversee for my absence. I am confident that everything is in very good hands - the best, actually - including the fact that we have a fantastic lineup of speakers for Sunday morning (see the Freedom Connect newsletter for details).

  3. I want to let you know that all is well. I have been planning this since late January, knowing that it was the right time for me to be intentional about some extended rest and recovery after a challenging year.

I have to say how grateful I am for this church family. The Staff and Board are fully supportive of this time away and the kids and I are always aware of how loved and cared for we are at Freedom. I'm looking forward to clearing my calendar, walking slowly, reading books, sitting on my deck, and quieting my heart. I pray that all of you are able to carve out some time over the next couple of months to refresh your hearts, too!

See you on Sunday... and then in July. :)
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, June 1 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Holiness
Tracy Dunham

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A Service on Sunday Night (with a guest speaker)

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I wanted to take a moment and use this space to highlight our Sunday Night Service. Perhaps like me, you feel like there is never enough time to be quiet and connect with God in a week. We do our best to carve out time each day but the world is noisy and our minds are busy. So often my heart resonates with Psalm 42:1-2. "As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?"

This is the heart of Sunday Night Service. Before you launch into a new week, before you complete another task, or honour one more obligation, there is space for you to spend time with God. It's quiet, it's simple, and it happens once a month.

I'm excited that Eric Jackson will bring the devotional in addition to our time of worship in song, and personal and guided prayer times. You're invited to carve out some time this weekend to "go and meet with God."

Wonder what other times of prayer we have at Freedom? You can check our Prayer page on the website and hint... there is something new coming in the next few weeks!

Looking forward to worshiping with you this weekend,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, May 25 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Joy
Tracy Dunham

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10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Get Faithful (dig deeper into 1 Thessalonians)

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One of my favourite things about studying the scriptures is learning about the original audience, the first ones who would have heard or read the words. 1 & 2 Thessalonians have been no exception. I've enjoyed figuring out who these folks were, how they came to Christ, what their circumstances were and how Paul, Silas and Timothy met and ministered to them. It has started to play out like the plot of a movie or novel in my mind.

The good news is that there is always more to learn and discover in the Bible. I mentioned this in last week's email, but wanted to again point your attention to an additional resource for you to use as we go through our People Get Ready series. Pastor Del's course, Get Faithful, has six lessons from 1 Thessalonians that will deepen your engagement with this short but powerful book of the Bible. You can find it on LearnDash, our learning platform. It's simple to set up a login and then navigate to the course. You can read it online or download it as a PDF to any of your devices.

My prayer continues to be that God will find us faithful, and that we will live with our expectation of Jesus' return in motion. (Learn more about that in last week's message!)

See you on Sunday as we look at chapter two!
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, May 18 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Authenticity
Tracy Dunham

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How are we supposed to do this? (a model for following Jesus in 2025)

The scriptures are great for so many things. 2 Timothy 3:16 say that they are useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that we can be thoroughly equipped for every good work. Thoroughly. And truly, that's what I need. I know that even when I apply my best learning and all my effort to living for Christ, I don't have what it takes on my own. I need more. I need to be taught what it means day by day to live a godly life. I need someone to show me how to walk in the light and live worthy of my calling, pleasing God in every way (Colossians 1:10).

Why is this so important? Well, for a lot of reasons, not the least of which is that the time is short and we've been told to be ready for Jesus to return at any moment. This mandate is ours to carry every day in the midst of a culture that is very far from God. There are pressures all around us to compromise, to become tired of doing what is right, and to choose apathy.

Over the next several weeks, we're going to study 1 & 2 Thessalonians together with an eye on how the scriptures are modelling for us just how it is that we can be people who are ready for the challenges of today and, ultimately, for the return of Christ.

Like we did in Nehemiah, we'll be taking a different path through these letters from Paul to the church in Thessalonica than Pastor Del's course from 1 Thessalonians called Get Faithful. But, I'd still encourage you to use it as a devotional guide in the coming weeks to get a more robust look at this short but powerful book. You can find it here: learn.freedomchurchkw.com

I'm excited to get started with our first message on Sunday called "A Model for Waiting." The Thessalonians have given us a beautiful model for what it looks like to set our intention on being ready for Jesus.

See you then, Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, May 8 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
A Model for Waiting
Tracy Dunham

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Let's Get Political (praying for our leaders)

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I'm writing this the morning after the federal election. Before I got out of bed I was searching the Elections Canada site for results, especially for the ridings in Kitchener. As of this moment (9:15am on April 29th), Kitchener Centre is split between three parties with only 423 votes between first and second; Kitchener South - Hespeler is only 1,148 votes between first and second; and Kitchener-Conestoga has only a 371 vote difference. I do not envy the candidates waiting for the results to be finalized. (And why is there always one poll that hasn't reported??) Of over 179,000 votes, 1,942 is the difference in the three Kitchener ridings.

I'm not a political expert. I'm sure these results will be analyzed exhaustively over the coming days by those trained to do so, and certainly, the results across the country don't all look like Kitchener. But these results certainly show you that in the community where we live, work, raise our families and worship together, there are some pretty big differences in how we think. This election shows what we likely already knew - we are divided in what we believe is best for our country. We are divided in what we value and our vision for the future of Canada. And, until Jesus returns and makes all things new under His Kingship, this will be true.

So, how do we respond in the meantime? We do what Christ-followers have always done. We pray. If your candidate was elected, pray. If your candidate wasn't elected, pray. If you excited or disappointed, worried or hopeful... pray.

I found a great resource from Life Church to help us know how to pray for our leaders. I encourage you to click the link and read more but I will include two of the prayers that I found especially meaningful.

A Prayer for Protection and Safety for Government Leaders
God, You are very good to me. I pray You will be very good to those in public service at all levels in my country and the world. I pray You would keep them safe, bring health to their bodies, and protect their daily routines and travel. You are the ultimate provider, and I pray our leaders will come to know and experience You as a strong refuge. I pray this in the name of Jesus. Amen. 

A Prayer for Our Country
God, thank You for loving every person in our country. Please help me to love, care, and believe the best about others. Even though people in our country disagree on many issues, please don’t let political divisions cause us to see others as enemies. Instead, provide us with unity that leads to kind, respectful, and constructive actions. Amen.

Join me in praying especially for Prime Minister Carney (and his wife, Diana) by name as he leads his party to lead our country.

In Christ,
Pastor Tracy

Don't forget Pastor Ethan's farewell service on Sunday, followed by ice cream sundaes and a gift card shower for him and Angeli!

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, May 1 @ 10am

PEOPLE GET READY
Pursuing the Call
Pastor Ethan

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Now What? (resources when sharing your faith)

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You've likely heard us mention the page on our website with information about what it means to follow Jesus. I wanted to point your attention to it and invite you to click on the link and see it for yourself.

If you're talking to someone about your faith, you know someone who has questions, or you've led someone to accept Jesus, this is a simple but helpful resource. You'll find a way to connect with the pastors, a link to a booklet called "Now What? Your First Steps with Jesus," and an invitation to Alpha.

Also, we've provided our prayer team with an additional resource that you also may find helpful. It's a short booklet called "Why Jesus?" by Nicky Gumbel (the founder of Alpha) and is something we encourage you to read it through and keep a copy that you can share with someone if they have questions about what it means to be a Christian.

We will continue to point people to these resources when we gather, but we know that the most effective tool in sharing Jesus with others is your own story of life transformation. As you share, we hope you find this website helpful. You can reach out to us at any time to help you disciple those the Lord has put in your life.

In summary, let me just share it in a bullet-point list!

  • Website: "Now What?" booklet, connection form, Alpha information

  • Alpha: runs 2-3 times per year

  • Booklet: "Why Jesus?" for you to help someone understand your faith

We're praying that many, many people will know Jesus through our church!

Blessings as you share Him,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, April 27 @ 10am

BEFORE & AFTER
Alone to Surrounded
Pastor Tracy

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Easter Weekend: The Before & After (celebrate with us...)

This weekend, we will be sharing some very good news. The best news, in fact. He is risen indeed! We are so privileged to know that regardless of any bad news that we've received in our lives and no matter what comes our way, we have this good news each and every day as our anchor. Thank you, Jesus!

On Friday, Scott Corkill will be sharing in our Before & After theme with a message titled "Red to White" from Isaiah 1:18. We will gather around the communion emblems and consider what the "after" of our lives is because of Christ.

On Saturday, we will rest, considering that quiet and grief-filled day of the first Easter weekend but with the full knowledge that the story doesn't end in death.

On Sunday, we celebrate. As Pope John Paul II said, "We are an Easter people and hallelujah is our song!"

If there is someone you'd like to invite, we want you to know that they will hear the message of the gospel on Friday and Sunday. Good Friday is a family service for all ages. Sunday will have regular Preschool Kids Church and the Jr and Sr Kids will join together for Kids Church after a time of worship at the beginning of the service.

We have an Easter page on our website with lots of FAQs answered if someone is new to our church. freedomkw.com/easter

Also, we will be livestreaming on Friday and Sunday. That might be a great way to invite someone who is hesitant about attending in person. Details for that are always on the homepage of our website.

I can't wait to see you this weekend and celebrate Jesus together!
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, April 20 @ 10am

BEFORE & AFTER
War to Peace
Pastor Tracy

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10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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A Long Obedience... Seeking God's Ongoing Favour (lesson 12 of the Get Building course)

This week, we are finishing up the Get Building course with Lesson 12: Seek God's Ongoing Favour.

Nehemiah has taken us on quite a journey of learning and leadership over the past 10 weeks. I trust that the Holy Spirit has used this book to speak deeply to you in your own life.

If you missed the message, you can watch/listen here: freedomkw.com/messages.

Here are your options for Lesson 12:
PDF Download (Lesson 12)
Online Course (LearnDash)
Printed Copy (available at the Welcome Centre)

I'm looking forward to starting our Easter series next week with you!

See you then,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, April 13 @ 10am

BEFORE & AFTER
War to Peace
Pastor Tracy

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10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Establish Worship (lesson 11 of the Get Building course)

This week, we are working through Lesson 11 of the Get Building course we covered in Sunday's message: Give God the Glory.

This lesson reminds us that we're not establishing worship at a temple like the Israelites did. We are the temple.

“As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him— you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.”
— 1 Peter 2:4-5

If you missed the message, you can watch/listen here: freedomkw.com/messages.

Here are your options for Lesson 11:
PDF Download (Lesson 11)
Online Course (LearnDash)
Printed Copy (available at the Welcome Centre)

(Prefer to get the whole course at once? Click here.)

Let me also remind you that this Sunday is our CP Welcome Lunch and the first Easter Choir rehearsal. Click the images below for more information!

See you then,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, April 6 @ 10am

REBUILD: LEARNING FROM NEHEMIAH
A Long Obedience in the Same Direction
Pastor Erin

Join us for our IN-PERSON SERVICES OR
LIVESTREAM on Sunday!

10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Guard the Gates (lesson 10 of the Get Building course)

This week, we are working through Lesson 10 of the Get Building course we covered in Sunday's message: Guard the Gates.

This lesson takes a different track than we did on Sunday and I strongly encourage you to work through the material this week. It works through the importance of gatekeepers and what that means in our lives.

If you missed the message, you can watch/listen here: freedomkw.com/messages.

Here are your options for Lesson 10:
PDF Download (Lesson 10)
Online Course (LearnDash)
Printed Copy (available at the Welcome Centre)

(Prefer to get the whole course at once? Click here.)

And don't forget that it's Name Tag Sunday! We'll end the service with testimonies and a potluck. Bring a main dish to share and we'll have dessert to purchase in support of our missions partners.

See you then,
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, MARCH 30 @ 10am

REBUILD: LEARNING FROM NEHEMIAH
Establish Worship
Pastor Tracy

Join us for our IN-PERSON SERVICES OR
LIVESTREAM on Sunday!

10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Experience God's Word (lesson 9 of the Get Building course)

This week, we are working through Lesson 9 of the Get Building course we covered in Sunday's message: Make Yourself Accountable.

As it says in Lesson 9, "Most people do not like what accountability costs them. Making a concerted effort, being willing to hear and accept the truth, owning personal responsibility to repent, and aligning with God’s will require a major investment of oneself. However, accountability is an indispensable element for facilitating personal growth and maturity." I encourage you to take a deep dive into this topic.

If you missed the message, you can watch/listen here: freedomkw.com/messages.

Here are your options for Lesson 9:
PDF Download (Lesson 9)
Online Course (LearnDash)
Printed Copy (available at the Welcome Centre)

(Prefer to get the whole course at once? Click here.)

I am praying that we respond to God's Word with action and accountability like the Israelites in Nehemiah 9 & 10!

Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, MARCH 23 @ 10am

REBUILD: LEARNING FROM NEHEMIAH
Get Your House in Order
Pastor Tracy

Join us for our IN-PERSON SERVICES OR
LIVESTREAM on Sunday!

10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

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Experience God's Word (lesson 8 of the Get Building course)

This week, we are working through Lesson 8 of the Get Building course we covered in Sunday's message: Experience God's Word.

As Ezra read the law to the people, there was a lot of weeping and then a lot of rejoicing. The Word is powerful and transformative.

If you missed the message, you can watch/listen here: freedomkw.com/messages.

Here are your options for Lesson 8:
PDF Download (Lesson 8)
Online Course (LearnDash)
Printed Copy (available at the Welcome Centre)

(Prefer to get the whole course at once? Click here.)

I am praying that we have fresh encounters with the Spirit of God as we spend time in the Word this week!
Pastor Tracy

THIS SUNDAY

SUNDAY, MARCH 16 @ 10am

REBUILD: LEARNING FROM NEHEMIAH
Make Yourself Accountable
Pastor Tracy

Join us for our IN-PERSON SERVICES OR
LIVESTREAM on Sunday!

10:00 - Live Service & Kids Church (+Church Online)

Follow along with the message on YouVersion.