Be Salt & Light
By Ryan Dawson
Be Salt & Light: Join The Big Give on June 7th!
“You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden… let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:13–16 (NLT)
What does it mean to shine in a world that can often feel dim and divided? Jesus tells us clearly: we are the light of the world. That’s not a suggestion—it’s our identity as followers of Christ. And it’s not something we do alone. Together, we get to illuminate our neighbourhoods with the goodness and grace of Jesus.
One incredible way we can do that this year is through The Big Give—a national movement of radical generosity. On Saturday, June 7th, 2025 churches across the National Capital Region will unite to bless their communities with no strings attached. Everything is free. Why? Because God’s love is free—and when the church gives freely, people take notice.
This year, Sequoia Church is partnering with The Big Give by hosting an amazing outreach at Ottawa Christian School from 9-11am on Saturday June 7.
Here’s what we’re offering:
• A free garage sale with household items, clothing, and more.
• Free coffee, tea, muffins, and cookies for all our guests and volunteers.
• Free services and fun activities for kids.
This is a tangible way to serve our neighbours, meet practical needs, and simply be present with the love of Jesus. It's also a beautiful opportunity to invite your friends, family, and coworkers to experience a different kind of church—one that shows up to serve, not to be served.
Here’s how you can get involved:
• Donate items in good condition for the free garage sale and drop these items off on Friday June 6 from 4-7pm at Ottawa Christian School.
• Sign up to serve on the day of the event (set-up, hospitality, activities, etc.) Sign up below or on the Sequoia App.
• Pray for our guests, volunteers, and for opportunities to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
• Invite someone in your life to come and/or serve with you—they might be looking for hope more than you know.
Let’s take Jesus’ words in Matthew 5 seriously. Let’s be salt—bringing flavour and preservation to our city. Let’s be light—shining kindness, hope, and compassion that points people to our Father in heaven.
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference together. For more information and to sign up, visit our Sequoia app or web sequoiachurch.org/thebiggive.
Let’s shine, Sequoia! I’ll see you there!
For Christ and Kingdom, Ryan
Be Salt & Light: Join The Big Give on June 7th!
“You are the salt of the earth… You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden… let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.” Matthew 5:13–16 (NLT)
What does it mean to shine in a world that can often feel dim and divided? Jesus tells us clearly: we are the light of the world. That’s not a suggestion—it’s our identity as followers of Christ. And it’s not something we do alone. Together, we get to illuminate our neighbourhoods with the goodness and grace of Jesus.
One incredible way we can do that this year is through The Big Give—a national movement of radical generosity. On Saturday, June 7th, 2025 churches across the National Capital Region will unite to bless their communities with no strings attached. Everything is free. Why? Because God’s love is free—and when the church gives freely, people take notice.
This year, Sequoia Church is partnering with The Big Give by hosting an amazing outreach at Ottawa Christian School from 9-11am on Saturday June 7.
Here’s what we’re offering:
• A free garage sale with household items, clothing, and more.
• Free coffee, tea, muffins, and cookies for all our guests and volunteers.
• Free services and fun activities for kids.
This is a tangible way to serve our neighbours, meet practical needs, and simply be present with the love of Jesus. It's also a beautiful opportunity to invite your friends, family, and coworkers to experience a different kind of church—one that shows up to serve, not to be served.
Here’s how you can get involved:
• Donate items in good condition for the free garage sale and drop these items off on Friday June 6 from 4-7pm at Ottawa Christian School.
• Sign up to serve on the day of the event (set-up, hospitality, activities, etc.) Sign up below or on the Sequoia App.
• Pray for our guests, volunteers, and for opportunities to share the good news of Jesus Christ.
• Invite someone in your life to come and/or serve with you—they might be looking for hope more than you know.
Let’s take Jesus’ words in Matthew 5 seriously. Let’s be salt—bringing flavour and preservation to our city. Let’s be light—shining kindness, hope, and compassion that points people to our Father in heaven.
Don’t miss this chance to make a difference together. For more information and to sign up, visit our Sequoia app or web sequoiachurch.org/thebiggive.
Let’s shine, Sequoia! I’ll see you there!
For Christ and Kingdom, Ryan