Fear Not - Matthew 2:1-12: Since its announcement in late November, the world has had its eyes on the most recent royal engagement in England. People are enamored by Prince Harry and his fiancé Meghan. Now, imagine a royal fanfare arriving at your house, trumpets and all, announcing a private invitation to visit the royal family – just for you! I don’t know about you, but I think that would be both terrifying, exciting and kind of crazy, all at the same time. I imagine the shepherds felt that mix of terror and excitement when they were visited by angels in the fields around Bethlehem – probably ten times over! It continues to amaze me that God chose these people – those whom society considered low life, dirty, undesirable – to share the most amazing news with first. I hope you will join us in the morning for a beautiful service to reflect on how we are continually chosen by a God who cares about us all… no matter our background or place in life. And I hope you’ll return in the evening with a neighbour or two in tow! I can’t wait to spend this Christmas Eve with you. Ian Trigg - Lead Pastor

Fear Not - Luke 2:8-20: Since its announcement in late November, the world has had its eyes on the most recent royal engagement in England. People are enamored by Prince Harry and his fiancé Meghan. Now, imagine a royal fanfare arriving at your house, trumpets and all, announcing a private invitation to visit the royal family – just for you! I don’t know about you, but I think that would be both terrifying, exciting and kind of crazy, all at the same time. I imagine the shepherds felt that mix of terror and excitement when they were visited by angels in the fields around Bethlehem – probably ten times over! It continues to amaze me that God chose these people – those whom society considered low life, dirty, undesirable – to share the most amazing news with first. I hope you will join us in the morning for a beautiful service to reflect on how we are continually chosen by a God who cares about us all… no matter our background or place in life. And I hope you’ll return in the evening with a neighbour or two in tow! I can’t wait to spend this Christmas Eve with you. Ian Trigg - Lead Pastor

Fear Not: I had the opportunity to watch our team perform last night at the dress rehearsal for The Missing Peace. It was absolutely brilliant and I am so excited to share this weekend with you and - hopefully - your neighbours! (The 11 AM production is available for viewing here: https://livestream.com/FoothillsAllianceChurch/events/7980726) It made me think about how so often Christmas means busy: running around, getting the last few details in order for family and friends and presents and turkey... when what we really need is Christmas peace: a season to stop, to pause, and to focus on the One who is the true Bringer of Peace. And, perhaps most importantly, we need to reach out and share that peace with those around us. Church, let us be intentional about inviting our friends and neighbours to this weekend's production - it may be the only Christmas peace they encounter this busy season. Would you join me in praying for our neighbours who will be joining us this Christmas? I am so looking forward to this weekend with you, Ian Trigg - Lead Pastor

Fear Not - Luke 1:26-38: There's just something about Mary! I once used that phrase for a sermon title and felt pretty good about it till I saw part of the movie. I highly recommend to you that you never watch the movie… but there really is something about Mary, the beloved Mother of Jesus. This weekend we'll look at the first Christmas through her eyes and consider her amazing response to all that God was doing in and through her life. We'll be reminded by the wonder of that event, and all that it means for us today. It will be a beautiful weekend filled with hope and grace, much like Mary! I look forward to worshiping with you this weekend!

Fear Not: Extreme Kids Christmas Production: Do You Believe? Extreme Kids is very excited to welcome everyone to their annual Christmas production this weekend! The kids have worked very hard to put together this production, and can't wait to share it with you all. Our presentation titled, "Do you Believe?' follows the journey of a young boy as he hears the Christmas story told in narration and song, and comes to some revelations about what he REALLY believes. There will even be a snack after, so invite your neighbours, friends, and grandma and grandpa to share in this special weekend! It's going to be GREAT! See you soon! Jamie Hogg - Children's Pastor

How Do You Like Your Neighbour? - John 1:35-51: As I walked through Rundle Hall today, it became pretty obvious that Christmas is right around the corner! The Hall looked like a banquet room as 180 place settings were set for our Seniors who will kick off our Christmas season with a celebration dinner and program tonight. Christmas means many things to all of us, but this weekend we want to remember the opportunity it carries to invite others to special services here at Foothills. We'll consider the power of an invitation and remember the principle of investing in others so that this Christmas at Foothills is full of neighbours. We'll hear about a story of a 30 plus year friendship that resulted in the coldest baptism experience I've ever had in the Bow River last month! We'll also get a quick Daughter Church update from Cam and end the service around the Lord's Table. It will be a great weekend! Can't wait to be together!!

Global Impact Weekend - Luke 10: 1-2: We serve a God who has a remarkable heart for our world. Scripture's most famous verse reminds us of this truth: “For God so loved the world…” He doesn't just love us – He so loves us! The best thing after discovering His life-altering love is finding His purpose for our lives. Not surprisingly, this has a lot to do with helping our world discover this love that changes everything. This weekend we'll hear from several of our church family who are finding their purpose in sharing this love, including an extended time with Darren and Minako Polischuk who will speak of their ministry in Cambodia. It will be encouraging and it might even be life-changing! I so look forward to being with you all! Much grace and peace to you from Jesus.

How'd We Get Here? - Deuteronomy 8:10-18: Do you ever forget to remember? Considering that were told in the Bible somewhere in the neighborhood of 200 times to either “remember” or “not forget,” we must have a bit of a memory problem! When we forget to remember the sacrifice and suffering that others have made – or are currently making – on our behalf, or for the cause of Jesus, it can have devastating effects. We can become entitled, ungrateful, uncompassionate, and keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again. Come join us for a special weekend of remembrance, as we turn our attention to those brave men and women of our Armed Forces who fought on the battlefield to secure our freedom as a nation, the courageous Reformers who helped the Church get back on track when it had lost its way, and our persecuted brothers and sisters around the world who have to endure unimaginable suffering for the sake of Christ. May we never forget to remember!

How'd We Get Here? - Hebrews 4:14-16: What does it mean to be a priest? There are so many legacies from the Reformation that shape us, but few are as important (and often misunderstood) as the concept of 'the priesthood of the believer.' This weekend we will focus on the wonder of God's gift to us in Jesus and how we have direct access to the Father through Him. But we'll also see how this access changes our approach to our daily lives: we will talk about how we are called to be priests to those God brings across our path, and what that means post-reformation. I'm praying that this weekend will lead us to a deeper experience with God and a deeper understanding of how that “experience” is to be extended to others. I so look forward to worshipping our amazing God together with you!

How'd We Get Here?: It has been 500 years since the Reformation truly took root in Christendom, but its consequences, intended and unintended, continue to shape us to this day. This turbulent, and at times bloody and complicated event, carries on its mission of transforming churches and lives today when we remember its purpose and origin. I'm thrilled that Bernie Van De Walle is going to share his insights and passions from this transformative event, focusing on the theological implications of the movement. So much of what we believe (and sometimes take for granted) was radically shaped by this chapter in God's grand plan of building a people to bear his name and mission. You will become aware of the five “solas” of the Reformation and how they can continue to shape us today. It will be a great weekend, especially because we will gather ourselves around the sacred table once again. Have a blessed weekend and I so look forward to worshipping God together with you! Ian Trigg- Lead Pastor