There is something in this little catalogue for everyone - including you! No matter where you are in your spiritual life, you can always take another step. That's the way God made us. Spiritual growth is not a one-time thing. It's something that happens on regular basis.
Take a few minutes to look over the different options that we've put together and find time to commit to something that will stretch you this season.
Take a few minutes to look over the different options that we've put together and find time to commit to something that will stretch you this season.
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Emotionally Healthy Spirituality
Go Beneath The Surface And Transform Your Life Our commitment is to lead everyone at Temple into a transformed, mature relationship with Jesus so that each of us can take our place in the church and make a big impact in the world for Christ. Our Emotionally Healthy Spirituality course lays the foundation for how we do that. This 8-week course will help you unpack core biblical principles to guide you into an experience of lasting, deep, beneath-the-surface transformation in your relationship with Christ. Experience 8 powerful life-changing sessions: 1 · The Problem of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality 2 · Know Yourself That You May Know God 3 · Going Back in Order to Go Forward 4 · Journey Through the Wall 5 · Enlarge Your Soul Through Grief and Loss 6 · Discover the Rhythms of the Daily Office and Sabbath 7 · Grow Into an Emotionally Healthy Adult 8 · Go the Next Step to Develop a “Rule of Life” When: 8 weeks on Thursday evenings from 7-9pm beginning October 3rd Where: Temple Baptist Church (Chapel) Cost: Three books will be given out prior to the course |
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The Good and Beautiful You
The Christian faith is not only about belief and practices, it is also about the kind of people that we become. Yet some of the biggest barriers to our transformation come from our toxic self-narratives. These narratives shape the way we see ourselves and the way we interact in the world. God designed us with a deep longing in our souls to be wanted, loved, alive, and connected to God. Healing our souls requires more than knowing what God thinks about us. In The Good and Beautiful You, you'll:
When: Thursdays from 6:30-8:00pm from September 19th - December 5th Where: Temple Baptist Church (Boardroom) Cost: One book is needed for the course ($30) |
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The Alpha Marriage Course
The Alpha Marriage Course is designed for couples who are seeking to intentionally invest or address specific areas in their relationship. Either way, the course offers tools and practical ideas to help you build a relationship that lasts a lifetime. What can we expect? 1. Eat together Each session begins with dessert. This gives guests a chance to unwind and connect before the session’s teaching video. It also helps to create the atmosphere of a special time together. 2. Watch the video The videos are around 45 minutes long, with breaks for conversations. Each episode explores a different topic through real experiences, expert insights, and relevant teaching.. 3. Talk privately Providing space for couples to have private, intimate conversations is a must for every course. It helps enable couples to engage openly and honestly throughout the session. When: Friday nights from 6:30-8:30pm, from October 25th until December 6th Where: Temple Baptist Church (Chapel) Cost: No cost |
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Baptism at Temple
At Temple, we believe in helping people grow spiritually. Baptism is an important part of the journey of a Christ-follower. If you are considering baptism or have questions about baptism, then join us for our next Baptism Class. The class is a great place to find out what baptism means, why we should be baptized, and the difference between infant baptism and adult baptism.The class is open not only to adults but also to any children who are considering baptism. When: This class is offered at 9am on the last Sunday of September (Sept. 29), October (Oct. 27), and November (Nov. 24). Attendance is required on only one of these Sundays. Where: Temple Baptist Church (Boardroom) Cost: No Cost |
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Membership at Temple
At Temple, our purpose is expressed through three big statements. We are a church that wants people to:
We do this by creating spaces where people are inspired and equipped become more like Jesus and live out their lives as his apprentices (disciples). Becoming a member at Temple Baptist Church involves more than simply putting your name on a list. We want you to move beyond participation and into partnership with us. This one morning information session will provide you with an overview of who we are as a church, what we believe and ways you can get involved. When: Saturday, October 5th from 9:00-11:30am. Where: Temple Baptist Church (Prayer Room) Cost: No Cost |
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Newcomer’s Luncheon
Welcome to Temple! If you are new to the church, we want to get to know you better. Our Newcomer’s Luncheon is designed to introduce you to key people and ministries at the church and help find out how to take a next step in your involvement! Throughout the year we invite everyone who is new to Temple to meet one another and our church leaders around a great and relaxing meal. The luncheons take place after our morning worship experience in the chapel which is off the main lobby. When: After the morning service on Sunday, September 29th Where: Temple Baptist Church (Chapel) Cost: No Cost |
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The Good and Beautiful God (Men's Study)
We all have ideas that we tell ourselves about God and how he works in our lives. Some are true--but many are false. The path to spiritual transformation begins here.Turning to the Gospels, this study invites you to put your ideas to the test to see if they match up with what Jesus himself reveals about God. This is a deep, loving and transformative study. It will help you discover the narratives that Jesus lived by--to know the Lord he knew and the kingdom he proclaimed--and to practice spiritual exercises that will help you grow in the knowledge of our good and beautiful God. This study has a maximum of 8 people. When: Tuesdays at 7:00-8:30pm from September 17th - November 26th Where: Temple Baptist Church (Boardroom) Cost: One book is needed for the course ($25) |
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Restored (Men’s Study)
re.stored (ri-'stor-d); to bring back to or put back into a former or original state. Whether you are just learning about Jesus or have been a Christian for years, this study will awaken you to your true identity, showing you how to step free from you past and walk into life restored - the way God intended. This book starts at the beginning with Creation, the Fall, the Gospel and moves into how to have a deep abiding relationship with Jesus Christ. When: Thursdays from 7:00-8:30pm, from October 3rd to November 28th Where: Temple Baptist Church (Willow Room) Cost: A workbook will be provided for the group |
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IMPACTUS Men’s Workshop
We often don’t realize our identity is rooted in something until it is pulled away from us. For example:
These situations reveal how our identities can be unexpectedly fragile. But what does it take to build an unshakeable identity, one that remains firm like a concrete foundation amidst life’s storms? Understanding identity is the most foundational and transformational issue in a man’s life.What you believe about your identity will shape the attitudes of your heart and guide the steps of your life. When: October 18 at 6:30pm Where: Temple Baptist Church (Chapel) Cost: $10/person |
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RENOVATE: Men’s Breakfast
RENOVATE is our men’s ministry at Temple. Several times a year we gather men together for breakfast to inspire and challenge one another. Our times together include a delicious and hearty breakfast, some table talk, and a feature speaker. The breakfast is a great way to connect with other men and stay focused on the things that really matter in your life. Bring a healthy appetite and an open heart. When: September 28th and November 30th at 9:00am Where: Temple Baptist Church (Chapel) Cost: $5/person |
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“Life Shared” Small Groups
How you ever wondered what it would look like to share your faith with a friend or coworker? Does the thought of sharing Jesus with others just seem way outside of your comfort zone? Alpha Canada has created four small group sessions to encourage and equip everyone in the church to share their faith. Through Biblical teaching from leading Christian voices and real stories of invitation, each session explores what it means to live out God’s call to share our lives and our faith with friends, colleagues and neighbours. Life Shared has been designed to spark conversation, prayer and action leading up to an Alpha launch or a moment of invitation in your church (e.g. Christmas/Easter services). When: Days and times vary. Please indicate what works for you and we will do our best to match you up with a group. Where: Various locations Cost: None |