
Practical training to help you serve Jesus with greater confidence and impact.
Everyone from Grant is invited to a significant day called Improve Your Serve on Saturday, September 26. We are looking forward to gathering and growing together in this highly practical training morning that awaits us.
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Improve Your Serve 2026 will provide us with the opportunity to deepen our reliance on God while equipping us with essential information and tools for the upcoming season of serving in His kingdom. If you want to become better equipped to love, lead, and serve like Jesus at Grant Church or anywhere you go, we strongly encourage you to join in.
Childcare is available for Preschool–Grade 4. Children in Grade 5 and above are welcome to participate in the conference alongside a parent or guardian.
connection
training
orientation
Schedule
8:00 AM
Sign in & Light Breakfast
Small Gym
8:15 AM
Child Care Opens
Nursery
8:30 AM
Welcome and Introduction Notes
Small Gym
8:55 AM
Dismissal to Workshops
Small Gym
9:00 AM
Workshop Block #1
Choose from the 7 workshops
9:50 AM
Coffee Break
North Hall
10:00 AM
Workshop Block #2
All workshops repeated
10:50 AM
Coffee Break
North Hall
11:00 AM
Workshop Block #3
All workshops repeated
11:50 AM
Break and Transition to Sanctuary
12:00 PM
Plan to Protect Refresher
Sanctuary
12:30 PM
Lunch
Small Gym
1:15 PM
Child Care Closes & Dismissal
Nursery





Workshops
Engaging People with Complex Life Stories
Chris Buffington, Forward House Ministries
Many people carry stories marked by incarceration, addiction, homelessness, mental illness, trauma, or deep personal loss. While many people genuinely want to help, they often feel uncertain about what to say, how to respond, or where healthy boundaries begin. This workshop will equip you with practical tools for building authentic, Christ-centred relationships that communicate hope without judgment, fear, or unrealistic expectations. Through real-life stories and practical insights, you'll learn how to see people the way Jesus does and become a compassionate presence that points others toward lasting transformation.
Parenting with Purpose
Greg and Darcey Adrian
Raising children to know and follow Jesus is one of the greatest opportunities and responsibilities God gives us. In a culture filled with competing influences, parents need both wisdom and intentionality. This workshop will provide biblical insight and practical tools for nurturing faith, building strong relationships, and guiding children through every stage of development. Whether you are parenting toddlers, teenagers, or somewhere in between, you will leave equipped to make a lasting spiritual impact.
Secure: Finding Your Identity in Christ
Daniel and Laura, YFC Italy
Many people struggle to find lasting significance in a world that constantly measures worth by performance, appearance, or success. Scripture offers a better foundation. This workshop will explore what it means to be fully known, fully loved, and fully accepted as a child of God. Discover how understanding your identity in Christ can transform your confidence, deepen your faith, and shape the way you live each day.
How We Got the Bible and Why It Matters
Darryl Rempel, Linden Christian School
The Bible stands at the center of the Christian faith, but where did it come from, and why can we trust it? This workshop will trace the remarkable story of how Scripture was written, collected, preserved, translated, and passed down through generations. Gain a deeper understanding of the reliability and authority of God's Word and leave with greater confidence in the Bible you read and study today.
Leading Without a Title
Terry Janke
You do not need a position of authority to make a significant impact. Whether you serve as a volunteer, ministry team member, employee, or leader-in-training, God has entrusted you with influence. This practical workshop will help you learn how to lead from where you are, strengthen relationships, support vision, and positively shape the culture around you. Discover how faithful influence can advance God's kingdom, regardless of your title or role.
Your Monday Mission Field
Dino Silvestri, Mr. Rooter Plumbing
For many believers, the workplace is where they spend the majority of their waking hours. It is also one of the greatest mission fields God has entrusted to them. This workshop will explore how to faithfully follow Christ in a secular work environment while navigating difficult situations, competing values, and professional expectations. Learn practical ways to live out your faith with confidence, integrity, and wisdom while making a meaningful impact on those around you.
Walking with the Deconstructed
Jeremy Olfert, Ness Baptist Church
When a friend or family member begins questioning, doubting, or abandoning their faith, it can leave those who love them feeling confused, discouraged, and uncertain about how to respond. This workshop offers a thoughtful and compassionate look at faith deconstruction, helping participants better understand the experiences and questions that often drive it. Learn practical ways to maintain relationships, extend grace, and remain a faithful witness while trusting God to continue His work in the lives of those who are struggling. Participants will also be encouraged to find renewed confidence in God's calling, recognizing that a loved one's spiritual journey, including that of a child, does not disqualify you from serving faithfully in God's kingdom.
Find Your Place*
Steve Bock & Dina Moniz
If you are looking to volunteer at Grant this year—whether you're new, a long-time member, or seeking a new role—this is for you! Get a clear overview of all volunteer opportunities available and learn how to get involved. We'll outline the process from interest to application and onward. Explore the variety of roles where your unique gifts and talents can contribute to our church's mission. You'll gain insight into the impact of serving in each area and will prayerfully consider where the Lord is leading you in this upcoming season. (*This workshop will be available only on the first round)
Speakers

Chris Buffington
Forward House Ministries
Forward House Executive Director Chris Buffington brings nearly two decades of recovery outreach experience, training believers to engage complex life stories with healthy boundaries and hope.

Dina Moniz
Grant Church
Administrative Assistant Dina Moniz serves on the front lines of volunteer engagement, providing support to help everyday believers navigate the application process and find meaningful places to serve.

Laura & Daniel Enns
YFC Milan, Italy
Endorsed Missionaries Daniel and Laura Enns pioneer ministry with YFC in Milan, Italy. Ministering in an image-driven culture, they help youth anchor their security and identity entirely in Christ.

Darcey & Greg Adrian
Grant Church
Longtime ministry leaders and adult class teachers Greg and Darcey Adrian have many biblical insights and practical tools from their own family to help raise the next generation to follow Jesus.

Dino Silvestri
Mr. Rooter Plumbing
Secretary of Grant Church’s Board of Trustees, Dino Silvestri as a business owner models how to integrate faith into secular work environments, turning his daily job into an active mission field.

Steve Bock
Grant Church
Ministry Pastor Steve Bock works directly alongside Grant Church’s staff and lay leaders, helping believers align their unique gifts with high-impact volunteer opportunities across the church.

Darryl Rempel
Linden Christian School
Department Head of Religious Studies at Linden Christian School, Darryl Rempel demystifies the origins of Scripture to build deeper trust in the Bible's authority and historical reliability.

Jeremy Olfert
Ness Baptist Church
Lead Pastor at Ness Baptist Church for over 15 years, Jeremy Olfert draws on his pastoral experience helping guide families through complex seasons of doubt, faith transition, and deconstruction.

Terry Janke
Former Lead Pastor at Whyte Ridge Baptist Church
Veteran pastor and missionary Terry Janke recently retired after 15 years leading Whyte Ridge Baptist Church. He brings practical wisdom on how every believer can exercise God-given influence right where they are.




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