Click above to watch a short video from President Wes Mills, and register today for our upcoming Stirred Up! conference!

We are heading into the third week of Advent! Check out Verner's video below for a little update on what's happening in the Atlantic Region - we hope it encourages you!

RightNow Media has released a series of Advent and Christmas studies just in time for the holiday season! We encourage you to check them out - there's no better time!

Aylmer Full Gospel Church

Aylmer Full Gospel Church in Ontario is seeking a new Lead Pastor who is empowered by the Holy Spirit, living out a biblical lifestyle and committed to helping the church grow spiritually. If this sounds like you, check out the full job posting here!

Other ministry opportunities can be found on our website here.

Recent floods in Sri Lanka have claimed hundreds of lives, thousands of people are displaced, children are unable to attend school, and many are without food or basic necessities.

Rev. Vincent Sahayanathan, who leads Toronto Harvest Missionary Church, and the ministry in Sri Lanka called Blessing Hands Mission, are working to provide immediate relief. Together with ACOP Global Harvest Helps, we can help provide food, clean water, and medical support, serving those who are suffering the most. Thank you for your compassion, prayer, and generosity. We couldn't do what we do—without you!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new program, designed and developed by ACOP’s Leadership Development team! This is a free resource for individuals aged 13-22 (ish) designed to build their leadership abilities and launch them into ministry opportunities

RAMP (Rooted – Activated – Mentored – Prepared) is a three-step program that combines learning with practical application. Participants will work through six videos on discipleship and activating their leadership abilities, followed by an opportunity to discuss what they’ve learned with a cohort. From there, they will get the chance to put what they’ve learned into practice and serve in their community.

Check out acopramp.ca or watch the video below for more information!

Gospel Gold

To know God is to receive His invitation—the Lord draws people into closer walks with Him. A lady started coming to church because she wanted a closer walk with the Lord. She now, rarely misses and is practically there every time the church door opens. She helps wherever she can and talks about the Lord constantly, and we can confidently say, she has a closer walk with the Lord because she responded to His invitation.

"Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts."—Hebrews 4:7

Holiday Hours

The ACOP National Office will be closed from December 24 to January 2 for the holidays.

During this time, our staff will periodically review emails and phone messages. If you have a question or concern, please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’ll respond as we’re able.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Joy is the emotion most commonly associated with Christmas. Whether secular or religious, the joy of the season is everywhere, infectious and lovely.

When we think of Christmas, that well-loved carol comes to mind: Joy to the world, the Lord has come! Beneath the wrapping paper and twinkling lights and family traditions—all of which are wonderful in their own right—lies the true reason we celebrate. God sent His Son to save the world, and as we remember His birth year after year, our hearts are filled with joy as we think of what's to come.

"And the angel said to them, “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." -Luke 2:10-11 ESV

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