Lift up your community with compassion and care

Sponsoring a child in the Angel Tree program involves providing them with a gift from their incarcerated parent through Prison Fellowship Canada. The approximate gift value is $40/child. You can select local delivery or remote sponsorship. If you’re willing to deliver the gift, you can specify the distance you are prepared to drive in kilometers. (Possible locations might be Hamilton, Brantford, St. Catharines, Niagara) Depending on your selection, you will be paired with a family and provided with more information.  With the help of prison chaplains, Prison Fellowship Canada collects from prisoner parents: The names of their children and their agesA list of gift ideas for a gift they would like to give to their child, and then,A handwritten gift tag to attach to the gift itself.For further information reach out to Brenda Hilling - [email protected]

This Christmas, we have a special opportunity to bless the ladies at Teen Challenge with thoughtful gift bundles prepared by groups or individuals from Hope!   Each gift should be similar in content so that every woman receives something special and equitable. Gifts are due by December 12 at the church office and will be picked up by Teen Challenge shortly after. Here are a few ideas for Christmas gifts: Shampoo & conditioner setsHairbrushes or elasticsMakeupJournals, devotionals, or diariesBookmarksSpecial mugs or water bottlesDecaffeinated or herbal teaIndividually wrapped hard candyScarves, mittens, fuzzy socks, or slippersTims CardsT-shirts (with Scripture)Gel pens, pencil crayons, or markersLet’s come together to share Christ’s love in a tangible way this Christmas! For further information reach out to Trisha Grignon - [email protected]

Please consider purchasing the following items as special Christmas Market additions. We will be collecting these Donations from November 16 to December 19.     Special Christmas Items: NutellaHoneyHot ChocolateBoxes of Christmas ChocolatesMuffin Mix     Cookie MixFor more information reach out to Erin Kurvits: [email protected]

Many international students spend the holidays away from family. You can make a difference this Christmas by opening your home, sharing a meal, and offering warm hospitality. A simple lunch or dinner and quality time can mean the world to a student far from home. Christmas Friendship Families will run from December 24 to 29, 2025. When registering, you’ll select your hosting date and whether your meal will be lunch or dinner.                                                                                        Hosts should: Welcome at least two studentsProvide transportation to and from your homeAccommodate dietary needs (halal, vegetarian, vegan)Provide references prior to approvalThis is not a time for theological discussion or persuasion, but an opportunity to build friendships, show kindness, and create a welcoming environment where students feel valued. Through warmth, patience, and grace, we reflect Christ’s love in action—often the most powerful testimony of all. “I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me.” Matthew 25:35 As a host, you have the special opportunity to extend Christ’s love and genuine hospitality to students from a variety of faiths, backgrounds, and worldviews, making these gatherings both meaningful and memorable. RSVP is open now! Please note that language barriers or student schedules may occasionally affect plans, so we encourage hosts to confirm details closer to the date. For further information reach out to Jo Cilliers - [email protected]