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SUNDAY MORNING
Join us every Sunday at 9:15 or 11:00 am, in person or you can watch online HERE.
SERMON
Sermon Series:

The Road to the Cross

 
Title: 
Mary of Bethany- Friend of Jesus
 
Speaker:
Pastor Drew Weber
CURRENT SERMON SERIES
If you missed any of the previous sermons, follow the link below to watch.
KID'S MINISTRY
Nursery and Toddler
Available during the full service
 
Preschool to Grade 5
Dismissed during the worship part of the service
 
Jr. High Class
During the 9:15 Service
Next Class: March 22
 
Sr. High Class
During the 9:15 Service
Next Class: March 15
Check out Sunday's Songlist on Spotify
BLESS YOUR WORLD
THE JUNCTION- YOUTH DROP-IN- A GULL LAKE INITIATIVE
The Junction is a youth drop-in center operated by the Gull Lake Initiative with a goal to offer a fun, safe space for youth, ages 10 to 17, where youth can gather, unwind, and hang out with friends, in a space that they can call their own. Be sure to follow their Facebook Page to see what's happening.
GULL LAKE INITIATIVE
The Gull Lake Youth Drop-In Center initiative is looking for volunteers and gently used items as they kicked off this week. If you can help out in any of the following ways, please click the button below.

Gently Used Items*:

Larger indoor arcade-type games
Comfortable chairs
Video gaming systems
*Can be by donation or financial remuneration

Volunteers:

Set up and tear down
Basic clean up at the end of a night
Kitchen helpers
Servant leaders (youth sponsors who engages with the youth)
Tech people (sound & gaming)
Concession/snack help
BAPTISM

Our next baptisms will be happening on:

April 19

May 24

If you are interested in getting baptized, please contact Pastor Drew.

LIFE GROUPS
Life Groups are a place to get deeper discipleship and biblical community.
Groups study together, serve together, and ultimately do life together.
Interested in joining, hosting,or facilitating a Life Group?
PRAYER

PRE-SERVICE PRAYER

Pre-service prayer will begin at 8:45 and 10:30 am in the Prayer Room every Sunday. Everyone is welcome to join in.

END OF SERVICE PRAYER

After the message each Sunday, if you would like prayer for anything - challenges you are facing, personal decisions, physical healing - we would love to pray with you. Make your way to the prayer corner and someone from the prayer team or staff will be available.

WEDNESDAY PRAYER

We want prayer to be alive and growing here at East Side so we are setting aside a time every Wednesday from 1:00 - 2:00 pm in the Worship Centre for anyone to come and pray, whether it is by yourself or with others. Come when you can!

EAST SIDE'S PRAYER MINISTRY FACEBOOK GROUP
Do you know that East Side has a Prayer Ministry Facebook Group? We do!! Check out the link below and join today!
Facebook
COMING UP
BIBLE BASICS COURSE
We will be diving into the Bible to explore the basics of the Christian faith. A great place to come with questions about God, faith and the Bible. 
Starts: Thursday, March 12 - April 30
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: East Side Church
Bring: Bible and a notebook
Contact Pastor Drew for more questions at drew@eastsidechurch.ca
Click the link to sign up:
INTERNATIONAL POTLUCK
Saturday March 14, 2026, 5:00 pm
Are you new to Canada or been here a long time, it doesn't matter!  Come meet a new friend!
Bring a dish from your home country to share.
Childcare provided.
NEWCOMER LUNCH- MARCH 22
New to East Side, or been here a while but want to know more about who we are?  Come join us for lunch, find out about East Side and how you can get connected.
12:30-2:00 pm in the Multipurpose room.
Sign up by March 20th using the link below.
MEN'S EVENT- BREAKFAST AND WORKSHOP-
OVERCOMING YOUR ANGER
March 28
8:30-11:30 am
East Side Church of God
ANNUAL MEETING AND LUNCH
Sunday March 29, 2026 at 12:30 pm
Please join us in celebrating all that God has done this last year and all He wants to do in this next year.  Kids will eat first before heading to the east wing for an activity.
Sign up below, in the lobby on Sunday, or by contacting the office by March 27th.
UNPLUGGED WORSHIP NIGHT
Tuesday March 31, 7:00 pm
A time to experience God's presence.  Everyone welcome.
MEN'S GROUP- THE MEANING OF MARRIAGE
Beginning April 8th 7-9pm
Join us for a six week study on God's design and purpose for marriage. We will be focusing on our role as men, as taught in Ephesians 5. Open to all men: married, single, or divorced. Call or text Jason Holderbein (306-741-1955) to join or for more details.
JOY 55+ EASTER LUNCH
A MUSICAL INTERLUDE
Thursday, April 9, 2026
12:00 pm, East Side Church
Cost: $20, sign up Sunday in the lobby or to the church office by April 7th.
COMMUNITY NEEDS
The Salvation Army and MyCityCare each have their own bin in our lobby. 
Items can be placed in the appropriate bins. 
IN THE COMMUNITY
LENT WORSHIP SERVICES
Hosted at Faith Evangelical Missionary Church 1310 Walker St
Thursdays at noon 
Mar 12,19, 26
30 min service followed by a lunch provided by different churches.
MILLAR DESSERT NIGHT
March 12, 7:00 pm, Pamburn Campus
Each dessert night will feature an update on the college, music by Resound, and a dessert buffet. Please contact the college to let us know you will be attending.
1-888-892-4253
KING'S CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
Introduction Evening
March 12, 2026
6:30- 8:00 pm
Alpine Church of God- 925 2nd Ave SE
Childcare provided
Guest Speaker: Greg Needham, Canadian Christian Education Movement
2026 HEARTS RESTORED CONFERENCE - Blueprints for Biblical Parenting
March 13 & 14, 2026 at Community Baptist Church
Please pre-register to help Rock Solid Refuge prepare for the event.  Anyone who does will receive a free copy of 30 Days of Prayer for Parents in Difficult Seasons when they arrive!
MCC THRIFT FUNDRAISER- MUSIC AND DESSERT NIGHT
On March 28th MCC will be holding a Fundraiser at Bridgeway Community Church. Doors open at 6:30pm and it is a music and dessert night. Tickets are $20 ahead or $25 at the door. Tickets are available at the new MCC Thrift location, Pharmasave, Bridgeway Community Church (cash/cheque only), and Zion Mennonite Church (cash/cheque only). Cheques can be made out to: MCC Thrift. For more information contact Becky Funk at 306-741-2078.
PRAIRIE VICTORY WOMEN'S CONFERENCE
"Fortified - Beautifully Built To Stand"
When: April 10th 
Speaker: Pastor Rene McIntyre - Trumpet of Truth Ministries
Where: Victory Family Church - 1100 5th Ave NE
Cost: $50 (ages 11- 18), $75 (adults)
FREE MEALS FOR YOUTH - WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS
For students in grade 6-12, every Wednesday and Thursday at 4:00pm 
The Center- 55 1st Ave NE
FRESH START
FAMILY COUNSELLING SERVICES
214 1st Ave. NE, Swift Current        
Phone: 306-773-8168, 306-741-0538
Monday-Tuesday 9:00am-5:00pm  Wednesday-Thursday 9:30am-6:00pm
All services available, at no cost, to user.
SUMMER CAMPS
CANADIAN CHURCH OF GOD MINISTRIES 2026 CAMPS
55+ RETREAT- May 26-29
FAMILY CAMP- July 6-12
KIDS CAMP- July 13-17
YOUTH CAMP- July 19-26
All camps take place at Deer Valley Meadows
WEST BANK BIBLE CAMP
The purpose of West Bank Bible Camp is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through a safe, nurturing and exciting camp experience.
WEST BANK BIBLE CAMP UPDATE
CAMP REGISTRATION 
Camper registrations are filling up fast! 
STAFFING NEEDS
We are still looking to fill a couple key summer staff positions: 
• Head Wrangler – overseeing the horse program and 
caring for the horses from June to August 
• Office Manager – helping with camp administration 
If you know someone who might be a great fit for these roles, 
please encourage them to apply at www.westbankbiblecamp.ca
MONTHLY NEWSLETTER 
We are excited to introduce a monthly newsletter sharing ministry updates, prayer requests, and ways you can support the work God is doing at our camp. To receive it, visit our website
HAY DONATIONS NEEDED
Our horses are an important part of the camp experience for many campers through our horsemanship program. We are currently looking for hay donations to help feed our horses for the upcoming season. If you or someone you know would be willing to donate hay, please contact the camp office. 
PRAYER REQUESTS 
- Staff and volunteer needs 
- Finances and our upcoming capital projects 
- Hay needed to feed our horses 
- Campers: Pray that our camps would fill up and kids will 
come to know Jesus this summer at West Bank Bible Camp
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
SERVE AT THE SALVATION ARMY WEDNESDAY NIGHT COMMUNITY MEAL
Did you know East Side has a team that serves at the Community Meal?
Join the team by contacting the office. 
YOUTH
EAST SIDE YOUTH (GRADES 6-12) - WEDNESDAYS 7:00-9:15 PM
March 18- Youth
March 20-22- (Fri-Sun) Sr High Ski Trip
March 25- Youth
April 1- Youth
April 8- NO Youth
FAMILY MINISTRY
KIDS CAFE
Kids Cafe is for parents with young children to connect, relax and have a coffee while their children play. 
Monday and Thursday mornings
10:00 am-12:00 pm
KID'S KONNECT
Monday nights 6:30-8:00 pm
For Kids in Grade 1-5
Bring a Bible and water bottle!
EAST SIDE APP
RESOURCES
RIGHT NOW MEDIA
Have you signed up for Right Now Media yet? No?
You can have free access to thousands of video Bible Studies and supplemental materials for individual
study or with groups of any size.

To sign up, use the link or contact the office

GIVING
THIS WEEK AT EAST SIDE
SUNDAY, MARCH 15
8:45 and 10:30 am Pre-service Prayer in the Prayer Room
9:15 and 11:00 am Worship Service
Online Worship Service at 9:15 and 11:00 am 
 
MONDAY, MARCH 16 - Church Office Hours - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Kids Cafe - 10:00 - 12:00 pm
Kids Konnect - 6:30 - 8:00 pm
 
TUESDAY, MARCH 17 - Church Office Hours - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Young Adults Bible Study - 7:00 - 9:30 pm
 
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18 - Church Office Hours - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Prayer Time - 1:00 - 2:00 pm in the Worship Centre - Come when you can. All are welcome! 
Youth - 7:00 - 9:15 pm
 
THURSDAY, MARCH 19 - Church Office Hours - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Kids Cafe 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
 
FRIDAY, MARCH 20 - Church Office Hours - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm 
Men's coffee talk - 10:00 - 11:00 am
CONNECT WITH US
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2105 Adams Street, Swift Current, Saskatchewan S9H 3X6, Canada


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