Hello Church Family!

October is almost here and we have a preview of events for you to look forward to in the coming month. Please scroll down to see the events happening in October, 2022!

Get Equipped and be Volunteer-Ready!
Sun, Oct 2, 11:45 AM, Youth Centre
At RAC, one of the requirements to volunteer with children, youth and vulnerable adults is our Safe Church Online Training. On October 2 after the service, we are offering a special in-person training in lieu of the usual online training. Whether you are currently volunteering or not, you haven’t done the training or it has expired, you are invited to participate! Please click HERE for more information and to register.

Hymn Sing
Sun, Oct 2 at 6:30 PM, Church Sanctuary
Please stand and open your hymnals! There will be an old fashioned Hymn Sing on Sunday October 2 at 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary. Come and worship as we sing the timeless classics!

Life Groups
Various dates, times & locations
Life groups are starting up! They are small gatherings of 6-12 people to build community and grow together in faith. Please consider joining one! Check out our current group opportunities HERE and contact cguinness@rexdalealliance.ca to sign up or ask further questions!

Young Adults Faith & Career Night - Session 1
Sat, Oct 8 from 8-10 PM, The Well Ministry Hub, Vaughan
Meet us at The Well! Young adults will be taught how to, with God's help, develop positive vision and overcome negative ones. The participants will leave this session in the possession of tools helping them tap into God-power and develop positive vision and positive expectations. They will also receive some free resources about how to boldly follow Jesus in the workplace. See you there! If you need a ride or can provide one, please contact: youngadults@rexdalealliance.ca

Pie Social
Sun, Oct 9, 11:15 AM, RAC
This Thanksgiving weekend after the morning service we are having a Pie Social! Come for a slice of pie and a dollop of fellowship! Everyone is invited to bring a cut pie to share. Please drop your pies off at one of the tables outside the sanctuary before the service and our volunteers will collect it. We will gather and enjoy the pies together downstairs afterward!

Thanksgiving Day
Mon, Oct 10  
We wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving reflecting on God's goodness with family and friends.

Youth - Alpha Refresh
Oct 14 & 28, 7 PM, Location will rotate
Youth has started up again! Students in Grades 6-12 are welcome. It's going to be a fun filled semester! We will be doing Youth Alpha and other churches in the area will be joining us! As usual, Youth happens from 7-9 PM on the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. For a preview of Youth Alpha visit this LINK. For more information, please contact: youth@rexdalealliance.ca

Lament Sunday
Sun, Oct 16, 10 AM, RAC - morning service
Join us for an interactive Lament Sunday service! As a congregation, we will progress through the 4 stages of Lament in a guided reflection. There will be opportunities to engage with God in a variety of ways as we do the following: turn toward God, raise our complaints, offer petitions and trust/anchor ourselves in God. See you there!

Baptism Class
Wed Oct 19, 7:30 – 9 PM, Zoom
Baptism is an outward sign of the inner transformation of faith in Jesus and the decision to follow Him. Join us if you’re curious, join us if you desire to step forward in baptism. Join us on Zoom at this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86997602107?
Password: RXkrQ2ExeGgrZzFaS1IxSDNFd3YzQT09
Meeting ID: 869 9760 2107; Passcode: 866453

RexMen Breakfast
Sat, Oct 22, 8-9:30 AM, RAC
All men are invited to the monthly RexMen Breakfast! Come bright and early for good conversation and a meal together. The cost is only $5. Please REGISTER so we can expect you!

Young Adults Gathering
Sat, Oct 22, 7PM in the Fireside Lounge
We will be having a cozy, social gathering with autumnal snacks, beverages and board games! Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @rexdaleyoungadults

Vision Sunday
Sun, Oct 23, 10 AM, RAC - morning service
Come for a special Sunday service in which we will be sharing the vision for who we believe God is calling our church to be and where He is leading us!

Membership Class
Wed, Oct 26, 7:30-9PM, Zoom
Consider becoming a Member at Rexdale! Learn about Rexdale’s mission, vision and core values and how we can grow strong together! Please contact
cguinness@rexdalealliance.ca to register and request more information.

Muffin Mingle
Sun, Oct 30, 11:15 AM, Church Lobby
We will be having our monthly 'Muffin Mingle' on Oct 30! Join us after the morning service for a casual gathering in the lobby with refreshments.

Harvest Party
Mon, Oct 31, 6 PM, RAC
We are looking forward to this year's Harvest Party, providing a welcoming, fun, safe, memorable event for our community and church families as a Halloween alternative. Come enjoy some sweet treats, fun activities and fellowship! We will be looking for candy and chip donations and volunteers. Please Note: Community service hours many be earned by high school student volunteers!

Ongoing Opportunities to Pray & Gather:
Tuesday Online Prayer at 7:30 PM. Join: https://tinyurl.com/55n9u4t3
Wednesday Men's Prayer at 7 AM. Join: https://tinyurl.com/yc8786js

You are invited to join us every Sunday for our morning service in-person or online at www.rexdalealliance.ca

You may view last month's 'September Happenings' HERE.

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