Nine days before a city wide Christmas event downtown, the Downtown Duncan Business Improvement Area (DDBIA) realized they were short on volunteers. Wanting the evening to run smoothly, they reached out to Valley Church to see if the church could help. The initial hope was for 20–30 volunteers. But as details came together, the DDBIA realized even more support would make a difference. Sunday before the event, Valley Church extended one final invitation to the congregation and then, in faith, assured the organizers, “Go ahead. We’ll cover the volunteer needs.”

A Spirit-filled weekend of worship, fellowship, and fun in God’s Creation.

Camp Qwanoes recently hosted a full and vibrant Women’s Retreat, welcoming women from the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island. Krista Penner served as the speaker, and the camp was grateful for the ways God worked through her teaching, making the retreat a spiritually impactful experience for all.

I called Juliana yesterday – just to catch up. Juliana was the first student I met in 2016 when I joined Vancouver Urban Ministries (VUM). Juliana was, and is, a bright young girl who is impacted by a hidden disability – just like an estimated 1 in 5 of children in our communities.
Hidden disabilities are not immediately visible, but significantly impact the daily life, learning, and interactions of children.

October 18, 2025, marked another inspiring milestone as seven more graduates launched into ministry through the Immerse program. Hosted at South Delta Baptist Church, the celebration began over a joyful brunch with Northwest College & Seminary, a fitting way to honour the strong partnership that continues to shape and equip the next generation of church leaders.

On September 27, staff teams from five Fellowship Pacific churches gathered at Immanuel Church for the Safe Sanctuaries seminar. This free, one-day training equipped church leaders with essential tools to better prevent and respond to situations of abuse, violence, and misconduct within church communities.

Changing Lives in Colombia & Inviting You to Their Christmas Gala:

At our annual IMPACT event earlier this year, we had the joy of celebrating Seeds of Love and Hope International Society (SOLAHIS) - a ministry whose mission and heart align closely with our Fellowship Pacific values - joining our family of churches and agencies. Now, we’re excited to introduce SOLAHIS in their own words and invite our churches to come alongside them in their transformative work.

“She’s feeling hopeless and alone.” A Baptist Housing chaplain was sharing about a new resident. Her family was unable to visit, and the chaplain had become this person’s main social and spiritual support. In her isolation she struggled to find meaning.

Imagine if this woman had someone who visited her regularly, listened to her stories and came to truly know and affirm her.

That is what we are dreaming of and praying for in the new “Volunteer Companion Program” launching this fall at Baptist Housing.

The Migrant Workers Ministry team continues to serve migrant farm workers daily in a variety of practical and relational ways, always with the goal of building trust and creating space to share the good news of Jesus Christ. Pastor Carlos Carrión also leads a weekly Bible study with a group of workers in Cloverdale, providing consistent spiritual support and discipleship.

In July, the ministry reached out to two new groups of workers in Langley. One of these opportunities came through a worker Pastor Carlos had connected with in the past, who has now returned to Canada and is working at a new farm. These types of reconnections happen often and offer a valuable way to extend the ministry’s reach to new workers and farms across the region.

On June 28, 2025, people from across Fellowship Pacific - and beyond - gathered for a powerful and timely presentation by widely regarded speaker and author Scott Sauls. He speaks to how we engage our community with the love of Jesus at all levels of our culture. With a passion to equip leaders to think well, live with integrity, and make meaningful contributions in their everyday lives, Scott shared profound thoughts on how we love well in the midst of difference and disagreement.

Last month, Rachel and Jacob Hwang of Maaqtusiis Community Church made the long journey from the coastal First Nations community of Ahousaht, BC to the Fellowship Pacific Ministry Centre. Alongside them traveled a vibrant group of youth leaders, eager to connect, learn, and grow.

Their time with Todd and Collette was especially meaningful. The Hwang’s have since shared their heartfelt appreciation for the warm welcome and uplifting conversations. Together, they explored not only what it means to grow in personal faith, but also how to lead and encourage others within their community in Christ. The discussions were filled with encouragement, vision, and a shared sense of purpose rooted in discipleship and community transformation.

Is your Church in Need of a Checkup?

Most of us wouldn’t skip an annual health checkup. Even when we feel fine, we trust the value of taking time to ensure everything’s working as it should. Churches need the same kind of intentional care. A way to confront reality, strengthen what’s going well, and instill hope for the future.

What if your church isn’t as healthy as you think?
Or what if it’s doing better than you realize - but you're unsure how to build on that momentum?

A Fellowship Pacific Church Consultation helps your church step back, reflect, and realign with what God is doing in and through your ministry.

On March 29, 2025, youth leaders from around Fellowship Pacific gathered for a truly meaningful day at the RENEW Conference - a one-day event created to refresh, equip, and encourage those on the front lines of youth ministry. And we’re thrilled to say that it was such a success that we’re doing it again!