ANNOUNCEMENTS
BANCHAN FELLOWSHIP
Join us on Sunday, November 22, as Mature Life Stage and Faith + Work ministries team up for a special time of fellowship and banchan-making! Banchan (반찬) are traditional Korean side dishes that bring colour, flavour, and variety to the table.
Church can sometimes become pretty segmented, especially as it applies to life stage groups. And we can worship in the same church for years without really getting to know people from another generation. So this is a chance to actually spend an afternoon together, laugh together, and learn (or relearn) together from Elder Kathy.
First come, first serve! We are currently limiting it to 30 people. Cost will be $20 for ingredients, sharing dinner made together, and taking home fresh banchan. More details in the sign up form below!
Operation christmas child
Operation Christmas Child is a ministry of Samaritan’s Purse that shares God’s love with children in need around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes. Each shoebox is packed with thoughtful gifts such as toys, school supplies, and personal care items, along with a personal note to remind a child that they are loved and cared for.
Beyond the gifts, each shoebox is an opportunity to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. Through local churches, children are invited to learn about Jesus and can participate in The Greatest Journey, a 12-lesson discipleship program that helps them grow in their faith and learn to share it with others.
Here is some useful info to help you pack your shoeboxes:
1. Please follow the gift guide for boys and girls, including a “wow item” to pack your boxes.
2. Please return boxes on November 15 at church--labels will be available if you need them.
3. The shipping costs of $12/box will be paid for by the Missions Ministry Committee.
If you are interested in the serving opportunity, please contact Will.
SEASONAL HOMEGROUP
We invite you to Join a Seasonal Home Group to Learn and Practice Sabbath
WHY:
Sabbath is one of the six core practices in our discipleship pathway. Through our current sermon series, we want everyone to discover what Sabbath is, why it matters in following Jesus, and how to practice it in the midst of our busy lives.
HOW:
If you're not currently in a Home Group, we invite you to join a short-term Seasonal Home Group led by Pastors Joe and John.
WHAT:
Beginning November 8, we'll meet after Sunday service to work through the Sabbath curriculum together, learning how to stop, rest, delight, and worship as part of our weekly rhythm.
VCC VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
VCC will be hosting a volleyball tournament on Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Vaughan Community Church. Our church hosts weekly drop-in volleyball nights every Tuesday evening, welcoming many participants from outside of VCC. To support and encourage this ongoing fellowship, we are raising funds to purchase new volleyball equipment.
$30 per person - CASH AT THE DOOR. Folks are invited to pay the entry fee out of pocket or by fundraising.
Snacks and water included.
Sign up as an individual or as a pair - we will make the teams.
Co-ed teams of 6-8 players. 2 pools, and every team is guaranteed a playoff game.
Ages 16 and up. All skill levels welcome.
REGISTER BY: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Questions? Ask Audrey or Derek.
VCC Fall Book Club 2026 📖
We're excited to begin our fourth book club! Our previous book clubs have been wonderful opportunities to learn and grow together as followers of Jesus while building meaningful relationships with one another.
This time, we'll be reading Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren. How do we pray when life feels difficult, uncertain, or overwhelming? Drawing from her own experiences and the ancient Christian practice of nighttime prayer, Warren explores how we can turn to God in times of worry, suffering, and doubt, even when we don't know what to pray. Join us as we read, reflect, and encourage one another to grow in prayer and faith.
Start Date: Thursday, November 12
Time: 7:30PM - 9:00PM
Location: Vaughan Community Church
THE AGAPE LADIES CHOIR OF VCC (KM)
On Saturday, November 14, The Agape Ladies Choir of Vaughan Community Church is excited to present its first annual concert in support of the Korean Canadian Family Ministry, which shares God’s love, comfort, and hope with seniors in nursing homes across the GTA through music, Scripture, and fellowship. They will be performing music in Korean, English, Latin, and Italian, with English translations displayed on screen for everyone to enjoy. It will be held at Vaughan Community Church in the Immanuel Chapel at 5:00 PM.
Out of the cold volunteers
We have been partnering with Mosaic Interfaith in the Out of the Cold Program and we are looking for volunteers! This program offers overnight emergency housing during the cold months from OCTOBER to JUNE.
Volunteers are needed for various shifts starting 4pm to 7pm at Holy Trinity Anglican Church to help set-up, serve dinner, and watch over the clothing table as well as Monday morning Breakfast service for 5:30am to 7am.
Please reach out to Matthew or Julie for more information and how you can get involved.
World Vision 6k walk
Join us on Saturday, November 7, from 10:00–11:30 AM at Vaughan Community Church for our annual 6K Walk!
In previous years, this walk has been a meaningful way for our church community to come together, show our support, and raise funds for our sponsor community in Lomas, Bolivia.
EM PICKLEBALL LEAGUE
If any of our church members need a short break from the daily grind of work life or family life routines, then you may be a good candidate for trying out pickleball as a new and very contagious recreational sport that provides both physical and mental health benefits. The VCCEM Pickleballers have been evolving in both competition & fellowship for over 2 and half years now and are ready to teach and play with you. If you are interested in coming out, please contact George Chau!
Leading worship (prayer & Scripture reading)
The heart behind this is simple: God has gathered us together, this richly diverse group of people whom He loves. Your voice, presence, experience of God, and willingness make our Sundays richer and more meaningful.
If you’re a member of VCCEM, we ask that you take a moment to sign up for Prayer and/or Scripture Reading. If you’re not a member but are a regular worshiper, we’d love to have you participate in Scripture Reading.
Elder Charles will be reaching out to you shortly after signing up! Thank you!