English Announcements

1. Sunday School
Sunday School classes will be on break until February 2026. Please enjoy a casual time of fellowship with brothers and sisters after service.

2. 2-Year Bible Reading Plan
There is a 2-year Bible reading plan that some of the brothers and sisters in the English congregation will be joining to get read God’s Word and share their insights. If you would like to join this group, please message or talk to Mindy.

3. Parking Spots
Effective immediately, the two parking spaces located along the building and adjacent to the street in the west parking lot are designated for electric vehicles only.

4. Small Groups
God’s Word teaches us that a life connected to Jesus includes a life connected to other believers. It is essential for a life of faith. If you would like to join one of the following small groups, please talk to Pastor Ken by January 18, 2026.

• Young Adults (18-30) – Romans Study with J.D. Greear, led by Glen, Justin, Nathan, Tiffany, Ben (2nd & 4th Friday at 7:30pm)
• Adults (30+) – Romans Study with J.D. Greear, led by Ken and Mindy (2nd & 4th Tuesday at 7pm)
• Young Families – Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin, led by Ken and Mindy (3rd Sunday at 1pm)
• Families – Devotions on the sermons led by Herman & Sharon (monthly)
• Older Adults (55+) – Devotions on the sermons led by Victor and Betty (monthly)

5. 2026 Joint Retreat – Save the Date
Dates: May 16-18, 2026
Venue: Sheridan College at the Oakville Trafalgar Campus
Speaker: Pastor Chris Lee
Theme: Filled to Overflow

6. Welcome Pastor Esther Lai
Thanks be to God, and with the confirmation of the Elder Board, Pastor Esther Lai started as part-time CM assistant Pastor effective January 1, 2026. Her main duties are caring, visitations and evangelistic ministry. Her installation ceremony was successfully completed last Sunday. Please see attached PPT for Pastor Esther's brief introduction.

7. Pastor Ken Kim Sabbatical
Rev. Ken Kim, English Ministry (EM) Pastor, will be away on sabbatical starting February 1 to April 30, 2026.
The Alliance Canada encourages the Biblical practice of taking sabbatical.
In Pastor Ken’s absence, all issues regarding EM may be directed to the following members of the EM Committee: Deacon Caleb Chau, Acting Chair, or Elder Vincent Ho Advisor.
We invite you to keep Pastor Ken, Mindy, Myla, Heidi and Bishop, and our whole church
community in your prayers during this season of renewal.

1. Prayer Meeting
Prayer meeting continues today at 11am in the white house. Please join us as we seek God together and pray for our church.

2. Monthly Lunch Fellowship
Our monthly lunch fellowship continues today at 12:30pm in the fellowship hall. Join us for a time to rest and connect with brothers and sisters.

3. Parking Spots
Effective immediately, the two parking spaces located along the building and adjacent to the street in the west parking lot are designated for electric vehicles only.

4. Small Groups
God’s Word teaches us that a life connected to Jesus includes a life connected to other believers. It is essential for a life of faith. If you would like to join one of the following small groups, please talk to Pastor Ken by January 18, 2026.

• Young Adults (18-30) – Romans Study with J.D. Greear, led by Glen, Justin, Nathan, Tiffany, Ben (2nd & 4th Friday at 7:30pm)
• Adults (30+) – Romans Study with J.D. Greear, led by Ken and Mindy (2nd & 4th Tuesday at 7pm)
• Young Families – Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin, led by Ken and Mindy (3rd Sunday at 1pm)
• Families – Devotions on the sermons led by Herman & Sharon (monthly)
• Older Adults (55+) – Devotions on the sermons led by Victor and Betty (monthly)

5. 2026 Joint Retreat – Save the Date
Dates: May 16-18, 2026
Venue: Sheridan College at the Oakville Trafalgar Campus
Speaker: Pastor Chris Lee
Theme: Filled to Overflow

1. Spread of Illnesses
Respiratory illnesses are spreading in the community at this time of year. Please protect yourself and everyone at Jaffray by following all public health guidelines, such as keep up to date with vaccines, cover your cough, clean your hands, and remain at home if you are sick.

2. Sunday School
Sunday School classes will be on break until February 2026. Please enjoy a casual time of fellowship with brothers and sisters.

3. Parking Spots
Effective immediately, the two parking spaces located along the building and adjacent to the street in the west parking lot are designated for electric vehicles only.

4. Small Groups
God’s Word teaches us that a life connected to Jesus includes a life connected to other believers. It is essential for a life of faith. If you would like to join one of the following small groups, please talk to Pastor Ken by January 18, 2026.

• Young Adults (18-30) – Romans Study with J.D. Greear, led by Glen, Justin, Nathan, Tiffany, Ben (2nd & 4th Friday at 7:30pm)
• Adults (30+) – Romans Study with J.D. Greear, led by Ken and Mindy (2nd & 4th Tuesday at 7pm)
• Young Families – Good News for Parents by Adam Griffin, led by Ken and Mindy (3rd Sunday at 1pm)
• Families – Devotions on the sermons led by Herman & Sharon (monthly)
• Older Adults (55+) – Devotions on the sermons led by Victor and Betty (monthly)

5. Deadline for Offerings
* “Electronic Transfer” of contributions must be transferred before 11:59 pm on December 31, 2025.
* “Hand delivery” to the church must be received before noon on December 28.
* “In-person worship” must put the contributions into the Offering Box before noon on December 28.
**Offerings received after the above dates will be issued as 2026 tax receipt and cannot be backdated as 2025 tax receipt.

6. Deadline for 2025 Expenses
The deadline to make claims for 2025 expenses for church ministries is January 4, 2026. Please submit all Payment Requisition Forms along with supporting documentation to the accountable deacons and/or elders for approval.

7. Elder Board Announcement
After much prayer and discernment, and with the blessing of the Elder Board, Rev. Gabriel Ng is announcing his candidacy as the English Pastor of Scarborough Chinese Alliance Church’s (SCAC) Gormley site. The candidacy process will take place in January 2026. We give thanks to God for Pastor Gabe’s 10 years of faithful ministry at TJCAC where he served after growing up in the church family. We invite you to pray with us that 1. God would provide a clear call to Pastor Gabriel and his family, and 2. the God of peace would guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus during the candidacy process and possible future transition.

8. 2026 Joint Retreat – Save the Date
Dates: May 16-18, 2026
Venue: Sheridan College at the Oakville Trafalgar Campus
Speaker: Pastor Chris Lee
Theme: Filled to Overflow

1. Spread of Illnesses
Respiratory illnesses are spreading in the community at this time of year. Please protect yourself and everyone at Jaffray by following all public health guidelines, such as keep up to date with vaccines, cover your cough, clean your hands, and remain at home if you are sick.

2. Sunday School
Sunday School classes will be on break until February 2026. Please enjoy a casual time of fellowship with brothers and sisters.

3. Jaffray Christmas Cards
Rose has made custom Jaffray Christmas Cards that everyone can purchase for the following price:
1 for $5
3 for $10
5 for $15
If you would like to purchase these Jaffray Christmas Cards, please see Jon and Nathan at the entrance. Cash is preferred and all proceeds will be donated to the refugee sponsorship project.

4. Potluck Christmas Lunch
Date: Sunday, Dec 21
Time: 12:30pm (after the Joint Christmas Service)
Venue: Fellowship Hall
Purpose: To be together and share a meal at Christmas with friends and guests
Potluck Sign-up Form: https://forms.gle/3GHD2WfNMDNw1WaBA

5. Deadline for Offerings
* “Electronic Transfer” of contributions must be transferred before 11:59 pm on December 31, 2025.
* “Hand delivery” to the church must be received before noon on December 28.
* “In-person worship” must put the contributions into the Offering Box before noon on December 28.
**Offerings received after the above dates will be issued as 2026 tax receipt and cannot be backdated as 2025 tax receipt.

6. PayPal Giving Fund
Please be reminded that while PayPal will recognize and directly issue donation receipts in accordance with the calendar year donations are made, if you want to ensure TJCAC receives the funds within the month of your donation, the donation must be made by the 15th of that month. For example, any PayPal Giving fund donations made between December 16-31 will not be received by TJCAC until late January and will be included in 2026 revenues.

7. Deadline for 2025 Expenses
The deadline to make claims for 2025 expenses for church ministries is January 4, 2026. Please submit all Payment Requisition Forms along with supporting documentation to the accountable deacons and/or elders for approval.

8. Elder Board Announcement
After much prayer and discernment, and with the blessing of the Elder Board, Rev. Gabriel Ng is announcing his candidacy as the English Pastor of Scarborough Chinese Alliance Church’s (SCAC) Gormley site. The candidacy process will take place in January 2026. We give thanks to God for Pastor Gabe’s 10 years of faithful ministry at TJCAC where he served after growing up in the church family. We invite you to pray with us that 1. God would provide a clear call to Pastor Gabriel and his family, and 2. the God of peace would guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus during the candidacy process and possible future transition.

9. 2026 Joint Retreat – Save the Date
Dates: May 16-18, 2026
Venue: Sheridan College at the Oakville Trafalgar Campus
Speaker: Pastor Chris Lee
Theme: Filled to Overflow