One of the best ways to show the true meaning of Christmas to your children or grandchildren is to do a shoebox with them! It is a practical, hands-on way to share with those in need.
Keele has been involved in the “Operation Christmas Child” campaign for a few years now. Unfortunately with COVID-19 and our in-person services still not happening, we haven’t been able to promote the campaign this year or distribute the boxes and labels. But, the need is still great!
With that in mind, you can purchase boxes online, or even pack your own boxes online at PackaBox.ca.
National Collection Week is November 16-22 so there isn’t much time. Let’s make an extra special effort to contribute to this important ministry.
One of the highlights of our year has always been the Sunday School Christmas Concert. This year our choir will be leading us in a carol sing and bringing some special music and the children’s Sunday School will be bringing us “The Nativity Story.” After the service, we will be having our Christmas Potluck.
Each year Keele collects and donates personal items to make up gift bags for each of the ladies residing at Evangeline House, which is our local women’s shelter. If you would like to donate to this cause, just include your donation in the “other” section of your offering envelopes. 
This Sunday, being Thanksgiving Sunday, gives us an opportunity to show our gratitude to God by sharing with one another and enjoying the family he has created at Keele!
At the end of September we will be having our second annual Men’s Retreat at OCA. Mark your calendars now and plan to attend! Register 
Summer! It is something we think a lot about as we wait for Spring to begin to behave like Spring! Living in Canada, we treasure the summer and we are constantly looking for ways to celebrate the great outdoors!
Every year we kick off the summer camping season at OCA with a time of fellowship. This year we will also be doing a 5K walkathon to raise funds for the camp.