Thursday, December 20, 2012

Dec. 23, 2012

§  Christmas Eve services: Emmanuel – 4 pm & 8 pm; Trinity – 6 pm; candlelighting and communion at all services

§  Time to start thinking about annual reports. Please have them in to the office by Jan. 15 at the latest (treasurer's excepted)e-mail is the preferred method of delivery, if possible. Thanks!

§  Winter Carnival Supper: Sat. Jan. 26 at Emmanuel – details to follow

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm); try listening online or get the 'app'
  • The United Church of Canada has an updated Crest. See the posted memo for a full explanation of the changes or visit: gc41.ca/news/historicmoment-revisits-basis-union-and-crest

Dec. 9, 2012

§  Christmas Eve services: Emmanuel – 4 pm & 8 pm; Trinity – 6 pm; candlelighting and communion at all services

§  Winter Carnival Supper: Sat. Jan. 26 at Emmanuel – details to follow

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm); try listening online or get the 'app'
  • The United Church of Canada has an updated Crest. See the posted memo for a full explanation of the changes or visit: gc41.ca/news/historicmoment-revisits-basis-union-and-crest

Dec. 2, 2012

§  Odessa Children's Choir Program (which operates out of Emmanuel U.C.) will hold their first Christmas concert Sat. Dec. 8 at 7 pm at Emmanuel; $2 admission

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm); try listening online or get the 'app'
  • The United Church of Canada has an updated Crest. See the posted memo for a full explanation of the changes or visit: gc41.ca/news/historicmoment-revisits-basis-union-and-crest

Nov. 18, 2012

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  In compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, we now have formal workplace violence and harassment policies; speak to a member of M&P if you'd like to see a copy.

  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm); you can also listen online or add the app to your i-phone!
  • The United Church of Canada has an updated Crest. See the posted memo for a full explanation of the changes or visit: gc41.ca/news/historicmoment-revisits-basis-union-and-crest

Nov. 18, 2012

§  Rev. Ambury will be on Study Leave Nov. 12-19. Please call a member of the Pastoral Care Team if an emergency arises.

§  Official Board meets Wed. Nov. 21 at Emmanuel at 7:30 pm. (This includes the Chair of Official Board; the minister; all members of Stewards and Session; the Chair of M&P; lay reps. to Presbytery; and one representative from each of the churches Trustees, Sunday Schools, UCWs and men's groups.)

§   Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

  • Time to renew your subscription to The Observer (or start a new one); $20/yr.  Please speak to Janet Inglis or Wilma Swain.
  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm)
  • Craft Sales: Sat. Nov. 24, 9 am – 2 pm at both Trinity U.C., Elginburg and Emmanuel U.C, Odessa; make the rounds and get some Christmas shopping done!

Friday, November 9, 2012

Nov. 11, 2012

§  Rev. Ambury will be on Study Leave Nov. 12-19. Please call a member of the Pastoral Care Team if an emergency arises. Our  guest preacher on Sun. Nov. 18 will be Judy MacGillivray.

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

  • Time to renew your subscription to The Observer (or start a new one); $20/yr.  Please speak to Janet Inglis or Wilma Swain.
  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm)
  • The next UCW planning meeting for Presbyterial "7" will be held Mon. Nov. 12 at Trinity U. C., Napanee, from  9:30 am – 2 pm; lunch provided; see posted information.
  • Craft Sales: Sat. Nov. 24, 9 am – 2 pm at both Trinity U.C., Elginburg and Emmanuel U.C, Odessa; make the rounds and get some Christmas shopping done!

Nov. 4, 2012

§  Rev. Ambury will be on Study Leave Nov. 12-19. Please call a member of the Pastoral Care Team if an emergency arises. Our  guest preacher on Sun. Nov. 18 will be Judy MacGillivray.

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

  • Time to renew your subscription to The Observer (or start a new one); $20/yr.  Please speak to Janet Inglis or Wilma Swain.
  • Great Christian radio stations!: K-love  (90.1 fm); UCB Canada (102.3 or 100.5 fm)
  • The next UCW planning meeting for Presbyterial "7" will be held Mon. Nov. 12 at Trinity U. C., Napanee, from  9:30 am – 2 pm; lunch provided; see posted information.
  • Craft Sales: Sat. Nov. 24, 9 am – 2 pm at both Trinity U.C., Elginburg and Emmanuel U.C, Odessa; make the rounds and get some Christmas shopping done!

Thursday, October 11, 2012

October 14, 2012

Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.
Call for church calendar photos for the 2014 calendar – theme: banners, wall hangings, quilts, fabric art; submit by Oct. 19, 2012; details posted...
...and more photos can be submitted for bulletin covers for 2015 (due by June 10, 2013) – see the posted information
The Calico School for special-needs adults (which operates at Emmanuel U. C.) is seeking a volunteer to help with small woodworking projects. Please call the school director, Anne-Shirley Salmond (377-6360).
UCW Planning Meeting for the new Presbyterial 7, Mon. Oct. 15 at Emmanuel U. C., 9:30 a.m. Please bring a food item for a noon potluck. This will be an opportunity for fellowship and to have input into discussions toward forming our new structure when Presbytery boundary changes become effective Jan. 2013.  All UCW women are invited to attend. Coffee will be ready.  Contact: Marilyn Rodger – 384-2087 or Freda Burns - 379-2337 for 'info'.
Sat. Oct. 20Fall Roast Beef Supper at Emmanuel, 5-7 pm; adults $12.50, children 17 & under $6; (5 & under free); families $35    
Sat. Nov. 10 at Emmanuel U. C., 9:30 am-12 pm – Stewardship Workshop: "Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Joined the Church's Finance Committee" with Speaker, Keith Stam, U.C.C. Financial Development Officer for Bay of Quinte and Manitou Conferences. Keith will offer "a strategy to address the financial (and attendance) challenges that churches face. Please register in advance by speaking to Wilma Swain or Peggy Akey, or by contacting Nicola Lupton at our Conference office: 1-888-759-2444; reception@bayofquinteconference.ca.

 


Thursday, September 27, 2012

September 30, 2012

Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.
Call for church calendar photos for the 2014 calendar – theme: banners, wall hangings, quilts, fabric art; submit by Oct. 19, 2012; details posted or from the office
The Calico School for special needs adults (which operates at Emmanuel U. C.) is seeking a volunteer to help with small woodworking projects. Please call the school director, Anne-Shirley Salmond (377-6360).
Due to a lack of quorum at the meeting of Sept. 19, Official Board will meet briefly Sun. Oct 14 at 10:30 am at Emmanuel U. C.  to discuss business of a somewhat urgent nature.
Sun.  Oct. 14 –Anniversary Sunday at Emmanuel; joint congregational service at 11:15 am, followed by a potluck lunch (no service at Trinity)
UCW Planning Meeting for the new Presbyterial 7, Mon. Oct. 15 at Emmanuel U. C., 9:30 a.m. Please bring a food item for a noon potluck. This will be an opportunity for fellowship and to have input into discussions toward forming our new structure when Presbytery boundary changes become effective Jan. 2013.  All UCW women are invited to attend. Coffee will be ready.  Contact: Marilyn Rodger – 384-2087 or Freda Burns - 379-2337 for 'info'.
Sat. Oct. 20Fall Roast Beef Supper at Emmanuel, 5-7 pm; adults $12.50, children 17 & under $6; (5 & under free); families $35    
Sat. Nov. 10 at Emmanuel U. C., 9:30 am-12 pm – Stewardship Workshop: "Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Joined the Church's Finance Committee" with Speaker, Keith Stam, U.C.C. Financial Development Officer for Bay of Quinte and Manitou Conferences. Keith will offer "a strategy to address the financial (and attendance) challenges that churches face. Please register in advance by speaking to Wilma Swain or Peggy Akey, or by contacting Nicola Lupton at our Conference office: 1-888-759-2444; reception@bayofquinteconference.ca.

 


September 23, 2012

Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.
New United Church webpages:  information, photos and links about over 100 partner organizations and the exciting and transforming work they are doing around the world:  www.united-church.ca/partners/global
Call for church calendar photos for the 2014 calendar – theme: banners, wall hangings, quilts, fabric art; submit by Oct. 19, 2012; details posted or from the office
Wed. Sept. 26 - Trinity's Annual Alzheimer Coffee Break - 10 am -    Alzheimer's has touched everyone's life in one way or another. Please come, enjoy a coffee, some fellowship and contribute to this worthy cause.
Due to a lack of quorum at the meeting of Sept. 19Official Board will meet briefly Sun. Oct 14 at 10:30 am at Emmanuel U. C.  to discuss business of a somewhat urgent nature.
SunOct14 –Anniversary Sunday at Emmanuel; joint congregational service at 11:15 am, followed by a potluck lunch (no service at Trinity)
Sat. Oct. 20Fall Supper at Emmanuel
Sat. Nov. 10 at Emmanuel U. C., 9:30 am-12 pm – Stewardship Workshop: "Things I Wish I'd Known Before I Joined the Church's Finance Committee" with Speaker, Keith Stam, U.C.C. Financial Development Officer for Bay of Quinte and Manitou Conferences. Keith will offer "a strategy to address the financial (and attendance) challenges that churches face. Please register in advance by speaking to Wilma Swain or Peggy Akey, or by contacting Nicola Lupton at our Conference office: 1-888-759-2444; reception@bayofquinteconference.ca.

 


September 16, 2012

Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.
New United Church webpages:  information, photos and links about over 100 partner organizations and the exciting and transforming work they are doing around the world:  www.united-church.ca/partners/global
Call for church calendar photos for the 2014 calendar – theme: banners, wall hangings, quilts, fabric art; submit by Oct. 19, 2012; details posted or from the office
Sun. Sept. 16 - 2-4 pm: The beginning of celebrations for the 150th anniversary of Trinity U. C.; music by the Faith Friends followed by refreshments.  Our theme is "From Strong Roots Come Abundant Fruit".  Please wear period dress if you can.  Let's start this year of celebration off with joy and enthusiasm!
Mon. Sept. 17 - UCW Fall Rally at Cataraqui UC. - 9 am registration
Wed. Sept. 19 - Official Board meets at Trinity, 7:30 pm
Stellar Oath and friends invite you to an evening of music and fellowship.  Sat. Sept. 22 at 7 pm at Trinity.
Wed. Sept. 26 - Trinity's Annual Alzheimer Coffee Break - 10 am -    Alzheimer's has touched everyone's life in one way or another. Please come, enjoy a coffee, some fellowship and contribute to this worthy cause.
SunOct14 –Anniversary Sunday at Emmanuel; joint congregational service at 11:15 am, followed by a potluck lunch (no service at Trinity)
Sat. Oct. 20Fall Supper at Emmanuel

 


September 9, 2012

Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.
New United Church webpages:  information, photos and links about over 100 partner organizations and the exciting and transforming work they are doing around the world:  www.united-church.ca/partners/global
Call for church calendar photos for the 2014 calendar – theme: banners, wall hangings, quilts, fabric art; submit by Oct. 19, 2012; details posted or from the office
Sun. Sept. 16 - 2-4 pm: The beginning of celebrations for the 150th anniversary of Trinity U. C.; music by the Faith Friends followed by refreshments.  Our theme is "From Strong Roots Come Abundant Fruit".  Please wear period dress if you can.  Let's start this year of celebration off with joy and enthusiasm!
Mon. Sept. 17 - UCW Fall Rally at Cataraqui UC. - 9 am registration
Wed. Sept. 19 - Official Board meets at Trinity, 7:30 pm
Stellar Oath and friends invite you to an evening of music and fellowship.  Sat. Sept. 22 at 7 pm at Trinity.
Wed. Sept. 26 - Trinity's Annual Alzheimer Coffee Break - 10 am -    Alzheimer's has touched everyone's life in one way or another. Please come, enjoy a coffee, some fellowship and contribute to this worthy cause.
SunOct14 –Anniversary Sunday at Emmanuel; joint congregational service at 11:15 am, followed by a potluck lunch (no service at Trinity)
Sat. Oct. 20Fall Supper at Emmanuel

Thursday, August 30, 2012

September 2, 2012


Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

New United Church webpages:  information, photos and links about over 100 partner organizations and the exciting and transforming work they are doing around the world:  www.united-church.ca/partners/global

Call for church calendar photos for the 2014 calendar – theme: banners, wall hangings, quilts, fabric art; submit by Oct. 19, 2012; details posted or from the office

Sept. 16 - 2-4 pm: The beginning of celebrations for the 150th anniversary of Trinity U. C.; music by the Faith Friends followed by refreshments.  Our theme is "From Strong Roots Come Abundant Fruit".  Please wear period dress if you can.  Let's start this year of celebration off with joy and enthusiasm!

Sept. 17 - UCW Fall Rally at Cataraqui UC. - 9 am registration

Sept. 19 - Official Board meets at Trinity, 7:30 pm

Stellar Oath and friends invite you to an evening of music and fellowship.  Sat. Sept. 22 at 7 pm at Trinity.

Sept. 26 - Trinity's Annual Alzheimer Coffee Break - 10 am -    Alzheimer's has touched everyone's life in one way or another. Please come, enjoy a coffee, some fellowship and contribute to this worthy cause.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

June 17, 2012

§  While Rev. Ambury is away... The Pastoral Care Team should be your first call if you need:  a visit or phone call; to let us know about an illness or hospitalization; support from one of the ordained clergy available to us.  A special phone line has been set up for this purpose – leave a message – they will be picked up several times a day, every day... 613-766-9701

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.



Community

  • Luncheon at Riverside U. C., Yarker, Thurs. June 21, 11:30 am to 1 pm; homemade soup, sandwiches, dessert, coffee and tea, $6; info: 613-377-6346
  • Strawberry Supper at Riverside U. C., Yarker, Sat. June 23,   4:30- 6:30 pm; cost: adults  $12; children 6-12 years $6, under 6 FREE; info: 377-6346

Thursday, June 7, 2012

June 3, 2012

§  While Rev. Ambury is away... The Pastoral Care Team should be your first call if you need:  a visit or phone call; to let us know about an illness or hospitalization; support from one of the ordained clergy available to us.  A special phone line has been set up for this purpose – leave a message – they will be picked up several times a day, every day... 613-766-9701

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Personal Care Skills Workshops are being offered to the congregations, friends and families of our churches by Anne Salmond, R.N., who currently runs the Calico School for autistic adults at Emmanuel. She is offering a 1-day session in  June (date & time TBA) – Please see the posted information for more details. If interested in participating, please sign up today.

  • Trinity is holding a homemade pie sale on Sat. June 16 from 9 – 11 am at their Hall; cost - $10 each.  A wide variety of homemade pies will be available for your dad on Father's Day (June 17).  Everyone is welcome.  Money raised from this event will support our efforts to help build a school and train teachers in Haiti.

May 27, 2012

§  While Rev. Ambury is away... The Pastoral Care Team should be your first call if you need:  a visit or phone call; to let us know about an illness or hospitalization; support from one of the ordained clergy available to us.  A special phone line has been set up for this purpose – leave a message – they will be picked up several times a day, every day... 613-766-9701

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Personal Care Skills Workshops are being offered to the congregations, friends and families of our churches by Anne Salmond, R.N., who currently runs the Calico School for autistic adults at Emmanuel. She is offering 1-day sessions in May and June (dates &times TBA) – Please see the posted information for more details. If interested in participating, please call or e-mail the office.

  • Trinity is holding a homemade pie sale on Sat. June 16 from 9 – 11 am at our Hall; cost - $10 each.  A wide variety of homemade pies will be available for your dad on Father's Day (June 17).  Everyone is welcome.  Money raised from this event will support our efforts to help build a school and train teachers in Haiti.

May 20,2012

§  While Rev. Ambury is away... The Pastoral Care Team should be your first call if you need:  a visit or phone call; to let us know about an illness or hospitalization; support from one of the ordained clergy available to us.  A special phone line has been set up for this purpose – leave a message – they will be picked up several times a day, every day... 613-766-9701

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Personal Care Skills Workshops are being offered to the congregations, friends and families of our churches by Anne Salmond, R.N., who currently runs the Calico School for autistic adults at Emmanuel. She is offering 1-day sessions in May and June (dates &times TBA) – Please see the posted information for more details. If interested in participating, please call or e-mail the office.

  • Trinity is holding a homemade pie sale on Sat. June 16 from 9 – 11 am at our Hall; cost - $10 each.  A wide variety of homemade pies will be available for your dad on Father's Day (June 17).  Everyone is welcome.  Money raised from this event will support our efforts to help build a school and train teachers in Haiti.

May 13, 2012

§  While Rev. Ambury is away... The Pastoral Care Team should be your first call if you need:  a visit or phone call; to let us know about an illness or hospitalization; support from one of the ordained clergy available to us.  A special phone line has been set up for this purpose – leave a message – they will be picked up several times a day, every day... 613-766-9701

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Personal Care Skills Workshops are being offered to the congregations, friends and families of our churches by Anne Salmond, R.N., who currently runs the Calico School for autistic adults at Emmanuel. She is offering 1-day sessions in May and June (dates &times TBA) – Please see the posted information for more details. If interested in participating, please call or e-mail the office.

  • Official Board meets Wed. May 16 at Emmanuel at 7:30 pm.
  • Garage Sale at Trinity – Sat. May 19 from 8:30 am to 12 noon.
  • Sun. May 20 – "Crimson River" will provide the music for our service – a JOINT SERVICE at Emmanuel at 10:30 am. There will be a free-will offering to help cover expenses.
  • Trinity is holding a homemade pie sale on Sat. June 16 from 9 – 11 am at our Hall; cost - $10 each.  A wide variety of homemade pies will be available for your dad on Father's Day (June 17).  Everyone is welcome.  Money raised from this event will support our efforts to help build a school and train teachers in Haiti.

Sunday, May 6, 2012

May 6, 2012


§  While Rev. Ambury is away... The Pastoral Care Team should be your first call if you need:  a visit or phone call; to let us know about an illness or hospitalization; support from one of the ordained clergy available to us.  A special phone line has been set up for this purpose – leave a message – they will be picked up several times a day, every day... 613-766-9701
§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.
§  Personal Care Skills Workshops are being offered to the congregations, friends and families of our churches by Anne Salmond, R.N., who currently runs the Calico School for autistic adults at Emmanuel. She is offering 1-day sessions in May and June (dates &times TBA) – Please see the posted information for more details. If interested in participating, please call or e-mail the office.
  • Official Board meets Wed. May 16 at Emmanuel at 7:30 pm.
  • Sun. May 6 at 2 pm -  Wilton Cemetery Memorial Service at the Wilton Women’s Institute Hall; special guests, “The Family Brown” and Friends, and “The Wilton Trio”; free-will offering
  • Garage Sale at Trinity – Sat. May 19 from 8:30 am to 12 noon.
  • Sun. May 20 – “Crimson River” will provide the music for our service – a JOINT SERVICE at Emmanuel at 10:30 am. There will be a free-will offering to help cover expenses. 

Thursday, May 3, 2012

April 29, 2012

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Personal Care Skills Workshops are being offered to the congregations, friends and families of our churches by Anne Salmond, R.N., who currently runs the Calico School for autistic adults at Emmanuel. She is offering 1-day sessions in May and June (dates &times TBA) – Please see the posted information for more details. If interested in participating, please call or e-mail the office.

  • Joint Congregational Anniversary Service at Trinity - May 6 at 10:30 am with the Rev. Don Chisholm; potluck lunch to follow (NO service at Emmanuel)
  • Community Craft, Bake and Yard Sale: Sat. May 5 from 9 am to 3 pm at Emmanuel; canteen will be open; cost - $20 per table rental; no admission for shoppers. Special guest: "Mater" – have your photo taken with him! Please contact Linda or David Shane at 386-7556 for more information.
  • Sun. May 6 at 2 pm -  Wilton Cemetery Memorial Service at the Wilton Women's Institute Hall; special guests, "The Family Brown" and Friends, and "The Wilton Trio"; free-will offering
  • Garage Sale at Trinity – Sat. May 19 from 8:30 am to 12 noon.

Monday, April 16, 2012

April 15, 2012

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  A Multi-faith Event in Kingston Fri. Apr. 20 through Sun. Apr. 22 at St. Andrews-By-the-Lake U.C. [ Sponsors: BQC "Interfaith and Intercultural" & "Dancing the Circle" task groups] - Come get to know some of our sisters and brothers representing a variety of faith traditions; a rare opportunity to understand the beliefs, and experience some of the practices, of Jewish, First Nations, Bahai, Sikh and Islamic faith traditions; you may be surprised to discover the many spiritual values we share!    Details are posted.

  • Quiet Day Retreat – Sat. Apr. 28 at Providence Spirituality Centre, 9 am - 4 pm; quiet space, meditation, labyrinth, grief & loss workshop
  • Community Craft, Bake and Yard Sale: Sat. May 5 from 9 am to 3 pm at Emmanuel; canteen will be open; cost - $20 per table. Please contact Linda or David Shane at 386-7556 for more information.
  • Sun. May 6 at 2 pm -  Wilton Cemetery Memorial Service at the Wilton Women's Institute Hall; special guests, "The Family Brown" and Friends, and "The Wilton Trio"; free-will offering

April 8, 2012

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  A Multi-faith Event in Kingston Fri. Apr. 20 through Sun. Apr. 22 at St. Andrews-By-the-Lake U.C. [ Sponsors: BQC "Interfaith and Intercultural" & "Dancing the Circle" task groups] - Come get to know some of our sisters and brothers representing a variety of faith traditions; a rare opportunity to understand the beliefs, and experience some of the practices, of Jewish, First Nations, Bahai, Sikh and Islamic faith traditions; you may be surprised to discover the many spiritual values we share!    (Information: Hal Holt 613-544 1033, hal_hlt@yahoo.ca )

  • Quiet Day Retreat – Sat. Apr. 28 at Providence Spirituality Centre, 9 am - 4 pm; quiet space, meditation, labyrinth, grief & loss workshop
  • Community Craft, Bake and Yard Sale: Sat. May 5 from 9 am to 3 pm; canteen will be open; cost - $20 per table. Please contact Linda or David  Shane at 386-7556 for more information.
  • Ireland calls! The Revs. Hilary and Robert Merritt invite you on an all-inclusive 15 day tour of Ireland. Travelling with Rostad Tours from Sept. 17 to Oct. 1, we will be visiting the scenic sights of Dublin, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Cliffs of Moher, Londonderry, Belfast and more. We'll experience the folklore, history and entertainment that only the Irish can provide. For more information on this fun-filled adventure, contact us at tworevs@bell.net  or by phone at 613-446-2575. (or see the posted brochure)

Monday, March 26, 2012

March 25, 2012

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Jon McClurg and Chris Murphy at Trinity, Sun. Mar. 25 at 7 pm – an evening of hymns and gospel songs; free-will offering for the Mission & Service Fund; refreshments provided

§  Holy Week services: Maundy Thursday – Apr. 5 at Trinity, 7pm; Good Friday – Apr. 6 at Emmanuel, 10 am; Easter Sunday – 8:30 am at Trinity, 11:15 am at Emmanuel

§  A Multi-faith Event in Kingston Fri. Apr. 20 through Sun. Apr. 22 at St. Andrews-By-the-Lake U.C. [ Sponsors: BQC "Interfaith and Intercultural" & "Dancing the Circle" task groups] - Come get to know some of our sisters and brothers representing a variety of faith traditions; a rare opportunity to understand the beliefs, and experience some of the practices, of Jewish, First Nations, Bahai, Sikh and Islamic faith traditions; you may be surprised to discover the many spiritual values we share!    (Information: Hal Holt 613-544 1033, hal_hlt@yahoo.ca )

  • Quiet Day Retreat – Sat. Apr. 28 at Providence Spirituality Centre, 9 am - 4 pm; quiet space, meditation, labyrinth, grief & loss workshop, lunch included - $20; please register by Mar. 25
  • Ireland calls! The Revs. Hilary and Robert Merritt invite you on an all-inclusive 15 day tour of Ireland. Travelling with Rostad Tours from Sept. 17 to Oct. 1, we will be visiting the scenic sights of Dublin, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Cliffs of Moher, Londonderry, Belfast and more. We'll experience the folklore, history and entertainment that only the Irish can provide. For more information on this fun-filled adventure, contact us at tworevs@bell.net  or by phone at 613-446-2575. (or see the posted brochure)

March 11, 2012

§  Foodbank donations are welcome every Sunday.

§  Jon McClurg and Chris Murphy at Trinity, Sun. Mar. 25 at 7 pm – an evening of hymns and gospel songs; free-will offering for the Mission & Service Fund; refreshments provided

§  Holy Week services: Maundy Thursday – Apr. 5 at Trinity, 7pm; Good Friday – Apr. 6 at Emmanuel, 10 am; Easter Sunday – 8:30 am at Trinity, 11:15 am at Emmanuel

§  A Multi-faith Event in Kingston Fri. Apr. 20 through Sun. Apr. 22 at St. Andrews-By-the-Lake U.C. [ Sponsors: BQC "Interfaith and Intercultural" & "Dancing the Circle" task groups] - Come get to know some of our sisters and brothers representing a variety of faith traditions; a rare opportunity to understand the beliefs, and experience some of the practices, of Jewish, First Nations, Bahai, Sikh and Islamic faith traditions; you may be surprised to discover the many spiritual values we share!    (Information: Hal Holt 613-544 1033, hal_hlt@yahoo.ca )

  • Quiet Day Retreat – Sat. Apr. 28 at Providence Spirituality Centre, 9 am - 4 pm; quiet space, meditation, labyrinth, grief & loss workshop, lunch included - $20; let Stephen or Charlie know if you'd like to attend
  • Ireland calls! The Revs. Hilary and Robert Merritt invite you on an all-inclusive 15 day tour of Ireland. Travelling with Rostad Tours from Sept. 17 to Oct. 1, we will be visiting the scenic sights of Dublin, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Cliffs of Moher, Londonderry, Belfast and more. Join us on our guided tour of the Emerald Isle that boasts 40 shades of green as we experience the folklore, history and entertainment that only the Irish can provide. For more information on this fun-filled adventure, contact us at tworevs@bell.net  or by phone at 613-446-2575. (or see the posted brochure)