“His wife said to Job, ”Do you still persist in your integrity? Curse God and die.” But he said to her, ”Shall we receive the good at the hand of God, and not receive the bad?” —Job 2:9,10
I’ve been thinking…
…about the courage and the suffering that war brings. Last week I spent 5 hours at the Civil War battlefield of Gettysburg, and saw the historical remnants of a great battle. This week we will remember the veterans and the generation who endured the World Wars of the last century.
Thankfully I am too young to have experienced that war. But we all know veterans, and have family members who remember. A few years before his death my preaching professor from Queens, Bob Mumford told this story:
‘I remember a few summers ago walking on a Nova Scotia beach with a man who has been a friend for 30 years now, a lawyer, a veteran of the RCAF, a Minister’s son, a man with great mental toughness. We talked about the war years and I shall not forget one of his sentences. After a long silence he said:
“In many ways I enjoyed the war years. I was young and my blood was up. Now that it’s long gone and I know something of what it cost I shake. But I’m still glad that I went and I’m still convinced that my generation can claim at least that we bought the world some time.””
So as the poppies appear on lapels we remember with gratitude those who went overseas with their blood high and their idealism strong, and those who did not return and those who ‘bought the world some time.”
Remember with gratitude. And pray for peace. Amen.
With love, ORVILLE
Thursday, November 05, 2009
GraceLand News
Mark your Calendars:Sunday, November 22 | Faith @ Home Event "How to read the Bible" for grade 3 students and their parents
Sunday, December 6 | Mini GraceLand Christmas Presentation - Light of the World!
Saturday, December 12 from 9am to 12 noon | Junior youth ages 11 and up, along with their parents will be volunteering at the Wesley Christmas Store. If interested, contact Heather Mackey.
Director, Children's Ministry: Heather Mackey 905-634-1849 ext. 21 children@wsquare.ca
Outreach News
Christmas is Coming
For more info about our Christmas response, visit our bulletin board or check out our Christmas Response brochure
Shoeboxes to Wellington Orphanage, Sierra Leone
Collection of your shoeboxes starts Sunday. If you don’t have yours ready, November 15 is the final deadline.
Other Christmas Responses
Angel Wings (starts next week), Wesley No-Charge Christmas Store, Chickens for Christmas (purchase them Sunday)
Sierra Leone Donations
Bicycles are needed in teen or adult size, as they are used for transportation. Items can be dropped off at Smith’s Funeral Home on Brant St. before November 12. Contact Wendy Clifton - 631-2235 or wclifton@wsquare.ca
Your offering helps Elfrida
Elfrida is a 62 year old widow with 3 children of her own, and a leaky roof. Daily she begs in her community for money to feed 110 orphans who are part of her breakfast program. Our HAHFA mission team bought her food that would last a few months, and will visit with more food and supplies on November 10.
A small response can make a big difference
Earlier this year Mary Beth Sanate from Foodgrains Bank shared with us the work she is doing in India. Recently she shared how the money we sent for blankets has made such a difference among the poor in her community. Visit wsquare.ca/outreach for more.
For more info about our Christmas response, visit our bulletin board or check out our Christmas Response brochure
Shoeboxes to Wellington Orphanage, Sierra Leone
Collection of your shoeboxes starts Sunday. If you don’t have yours ready, November 15 is the final deadline.
Other Christmas Responses
Angel Wings (starts next week), Wesley No-Charge Christmas Store, Chickens for Christmas (purchase them Sunday)
Sierra Leone Donations
Bicycles are needed in teen or adult size, as they are used for transportation. Items can be dropped off at Smith’s Funeral Home on Brant St. before November 12. Contact Wendy Clifton - 631-2235 or wclifton@wsquare.ca
Your offering helps Elfrida
Elfrida is a 62 year old widow with 3 children of her own, and a leaky roof. Daily she begs in her community for money to feed 110 orphans who are part of her breakfast program. Our HAHFA mission team bought her food that would last a few months, and will visit with more food and supplies on November 10.
A small response can make a big difference
Earlier this year Mary Beth Sanate from Foodgrains Bank shared with us the work she is doing in India. Recently she shared how the money we sent for blankets has made such a difference among the poor in her community. Visit wsquare.ca/outreach for more.
Wink, Nod, Bow, Salute!
We invite you to be aware that some people need to be extra cautious about their health now that flu season is upon us. Let’s be creative about the way we greet each other!¬ Please remember to use the hand sanitizer available at each door.
Pampered Chef Show
Diane March is hosting a Cooking Show on Sat, Nov. 21 at 10am in St Paul’s Hall. Hostess rewards, earned from sales, will be used to purchase products for our church kitchen. The representative from Pampered Chef will do a cooking demo using some of the products and then participants get to taste the foods prepared. These products make great Christmas gifts for cooks. Men are welcome. If you’re interested in attending, please sign up on the poster on the WS Happenings bulletin board or call Diane at 905-632-6482. Orders can be placed ahead of time if you’re unable to attend.
Fellowship Lunch | Sunday, November 15
Come join us November 15 after the 11am service. Tickets are $10/person.
Footsteps Library
The mobile unit is temporarily located in the old office space. The unit will continue to be open between services, 10:15-11:00 on Sundays. Come and browse through our collection of books DVDs and CDs for adults and children.
UCW Meeting Monday, November 9
UCW Meeting | Monday, Nov 9 at 2 pm in St Paul’s Hall. Program: video about shelter boxes (kits sent to disaster areas) and Mina Wahidi will speak about the Compassion Society and the work they do. Members are invited to bring hats, scarves, mittens, etc. in all sizes to donate to the Compassion Society. All women welcome.
The Bayridge Village
For anyone who is not familiar with The Bayridge Village, we are an Online Christian Counseling Community that connects you to Professional Christian Therapists and a Community of Christian Fellowship! Our resources include support groups, therapeutic groups, a video and article library, an online store, blogs, forums and more! Other members must pay to join The Village, however, your Church has paid for your membership! Wahoo!
If you have not joined already check it out and join at www.bayridgevillage.ca Please join using the Promotional Code found in your bulletin or weekly email update (Click ‘Affiliate’ in the ‘Promo Code’ box).
Look for what’s going on in The Bayridge Village each week here in your Sunday bulletin. Then we’ll will see you online!
Contact The Village Mayor at anytime with questions, comments or concerns at mayor@bayridgevillage.ca
If you have not joined already check it out and join at www.bayridgevillage.ca Please join using the Promotional Code found in your bulletin or weekly email update (Click ‘Affiliate’ in the ‘Promo Code’ box).
Look for what’s going on in The Bayridge Village each week here in your Sunday bulletin. Then we’ll will see you online!
Contact The Village Mayor at anytime with questions, comments or concerns at mayor@bayridgevillage.ca
Photo Directories
The new WSquare Photo Directories have arrived! If you had your photo taken, or supplied an existing photo for this directory, you can pick up your copy Sunday in St. Paul’s Hall, between the worship services.
Thank You from India
Earlier this year, the foodgrains committee hosted an evening meeting to introduce Mary Beth Sanate, a visitor from north east India (close to the border of Myanmar and Thailand), then in Canada as a guest of Canadian Foodgrains. Her real passion is empowerment of rural women. Since she was a guest of the Moshers, we had several opportunities to hear her story. On her departure, Foodgrains gave her some money to address a pressing issue among the poor in her community........blankets for the cooler winter nights.
Just recently she has sent us some e-mails with pics describing the distribution of these blankets together with some pics of the recipients and some of their comments. Foodgrains of WSquare would like to share this response with the congregation.
Thanks.........Noel Henderson
Greetings from RWUS, India !
Well, we went to Tuiring on 28th for distribution of your blankets and clothes from our side. It was a wonderful experience for the four of us who went from RWUS. We really wish that you could share our joy with us on the day. About 100 people including children came to attend the program. We distributed also tea and cakes for the children. We were though sad to see how it has been so precious for them, the not so valuable things for us such as disposal cups, cake covers and Polly thins. The children would collects used disposal cups, empty mineral water bottles; eat up even the covers of the cakes. There was nothing they would not like to keep with them. I guess they never need a trash bin.
Here are few pictures we have from the village.
The villagers especially the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to our church and promised they would continue to pray for your ministry.
Blessings,
Ms Mary Beth Sanate
Ms Lalnunnem Faiheng
Ms Zosangi
Ms Buongzakim
Here’s some more pictures. Hope you will enjoy looking at them. The pictures tells stories; the local church leader handing over the blanket to beneficiary, all beneficiaries with a thank you note to Burlington United Church, Mr Ngurkamlo, beneficiary with his wife & grandson on their bed, Mrs lalawi, a widow beneficiary in front of her hut, children receiving cakes from Mrs Nunnem, Coordinator @ RWUS., the pastor quarter, where the meetings take place. Here's few more feedbacks from the beneficiaries;
" I could no longer weave clothes as I am getting old and unhealthy. Nightclothes is very difficult for me to have enough to make myself warm.. I thank God and the people who gave me warm clothes" Mrs Lalawi, 84 years( the old lady in the picture, standing infront of her small and old hut )
"I've never had any gift from anybody so far. When the church leader informed me that I will be getting blanket as gift from Canada , I was in tears with happiness. I'm convinced that God knows my need and thus gave me the thing I have never ask for" Mrs Lalsangmawi, .42 years and mother of 3 kids
Thank you & God continue to bless you to be a source of blessings for others
Mary Beth Sanate
Just recently she has sent us some e-mails with pics describing the distribution of these blankets together with some pics of the recipients and some of their comments. Foodgrains of WSquare would like to share this response with the congregation.
Thanks.........Noel Henderson
Greetings from RWUS, India !
Well, we went to Tuiring on 28th for distribution of your blankets and clothes from our side. It was a wonderful experience for the four of us who went from RWUS. We really wish that you could share our joy with us on the day. About 100 people including children came to attend the program. We distributed also tea and cakes for the children. We were though sad to see how it has been so precious for them, the not so valuable things for us such as disposal cups, cake covers and Polly thins. The children would collects used disposal cups, empty mineral water bottles; eat up even the covers of the cakes. There was nothing they would not like to keep with them. I guess they never need a trash bin.
Here are few pictures we have from the village.
The villagers especially the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to our church and promised they would continue to pray for your ministry.
Blessings,
Ms Mary Beth Sanate
Ms Lalnunnem Faiheng
Ms Zosangi
Ms Buongzakim
Here’s some more pictures. Hope you will enjoy looking at them. The pictures tells stories; the local church leader handing over the blanket to beneficiary, all beneficiaries with a thank you note to Burlington United Church, Mr Ngurkamlo, beneficiary with his wife & grandson on their bed, Mrs lalawi, a widow beneficiary in front of her hut, children receiving cakes from Mrs Nunnem, Coordinator @ RWUS., the pastor quarter, where the meetings take place. Here's few more feedbacks from the beneficiaries;
" I could no longer weave clothes as I am getting old and unhealthy. Nightclothes is very difficult for me to have enough to make myself warm.. I thank God and the people who gave me warm clothes" Mrs Lalawi, 84 years( the old lady in the picture, standing infront of her small and old hut )
"I've never had any gift from anybody so far. When the church leader informed me that I will be getting blanket as gift from Canada , I was in tears with happiness. I'm convinced that God knows my need and thus gave me the thing I have never ask for" Mrs Lalsangmawi, .42 years and mother of 3 kids
Thank you & God continue to bless you to be a source of blessings for others
Mary Beth Sanate
Renewal Network Conference
Renewal Network Conference
Speaker: Rev. Joe Boot
Saturday, November 7, 2009
at Compass Point Bible Church Eaglesfield Drive Campus at Dundas
Speaker: Rev. Joe Boot
Saturday, November 7, 2009
at Compass Point Bible Church Eaglesfield Drive Campus at Dundas
Taize Worship
Quiet ecumenical worship nourished by singing and candlelight at Port Nelson United Church Sunday November 15 at 7:30pm.
Building Reno Update
As we now enter into our building renovation, you may notice that some offices are being relocated, and many other changes are in progress around Wellington Square from week to week. Please take note of posted signs to help you find meeting rooms, etc. during construction, and we thank you for your patience as we all adapt and adjust during the coming months.
Photocopier Relocated | The Photocopier has been relocated to the closet in the hall, next to Orville’s office, so it is accessible beyond office hours. You need to know the copier code for your group, as the “1000” general code is no longer valid.
Mailboxes | The new location of all mailboxes is the beige filing cabinet in the hall outside the McMillan Room.
St. Paul’s Hall | If your group needs table space in St. Paul’s Hall between Sunday services, please note that GraceLand is using ALL of St. Paul’s Hall from 9:00 to 10:10am, therefore please complete any set up prior to 9:00am, or after 10:10am. Also, please advise Catherine or Beth in the office so they can coordinate with the custodian as to as how many tables are needed each week.
Closet near McMillan Room | Please take your coats and sweaters out of this closet by Sunday, November 15. After this date, the closet will be completely emptied and clothes given away.
McMillan Room Kitchen | If you have anything stored in this kitchen please come in during office hours to make arrangements for an alternate storage location.
Staff on the Move | Several offices have relocated to the McMillan Room for the duration of the renovation. This room is locked outside of office hours.
Courtesy Phone Outside McMillan Room | The courtesy telephone is now attached to the wall outside the McMillan room doors, as well as the Congregational Mail Pickup and Last Week’s Bulletins.
Photocopier Relocated | The Photocopier has been relocated to the closet in the hall, next to Orville’s office, so it is accessible beyond office hours. You need to know the copier code for your group, as the “1000” general code is no longer valid.
Mailboxes | The new location of all mailboxes is the beige filing cabinet in the hall outside the McMillan Room.
St. Paul’s Hall | If your group needs table space in St. Paul’s Hall between Sunday services, please note that GraceLand is using ALL of St. Paul’s Hall from 9:00 to 10:10am, therefore please complete any set up prior to 9:00am, or after 10:10am. Also, please advise Catherine or Beth in the office so they can coordinate with the custodian as to as how many tables are needed each week.
Closet near McMillan Room | Please take your coats and sweaters out of this closet by Sunday, November 15. After this date, the closet will be completely emptied and clothes given away.
McMillan Room Kitchen | If you have anything stored in this kitchen please come in during office hours to make arrangements for an alternate storage location.
Staff on the Move | Several offices have relocated to the McMillan Room for the duration of the renovation. This room is locked outside of office hours.
Courtesy Phone Outside McMillan Room | The courtesy telephone is now attached to the wall outside the McMillan room doors, as well as the Congregational Mail Pickup and Last Week’s Bulletins.
Youth News
We don't need no education…
Edge | Are you in High School? Enjoy games? Eating snacks?Digging into scripture? Then Sunday nights are for you! Hang with us at the Square from 7-9pm.
Nov 8: Edge 7 - 9 pm
Nov 15: No Edge
Rockpile | Grade 7&8ers gather most Wednesday nights from 7 - 8:30 pm for games, laughter and overall good times only at the Square!
Nov 18: Rockpile 7 - 8:30 pm
GraceLand Band | Next practice Nov 27th 5 - 6:30 pm cbelanger@wsquare.ca!
Mexico Missions | Thanks to all who are involved. We are always looking for help with sponsorships and fundraising.
Volunteers | We are seriously looking for some volunteers to come hang with us OR host an event OR provide snacks OR drive … There are plenty of ways to get involved so talk to Cait
Director, Youth Ministry: Caitlin Belanger 905-634-1849 ext. 15 youth@wsquare.ca
Edge | Are you in High School? Enjoy games? Eating snacks?Digging into scripture? Then Sunday nights are for you! Hang with us at the Square from 7-9pm.
Nov 8: Edge 7 - 9 pm
Nov 15: No Edge
Rockpile | Grade 7&8ers gather most Wednesday nights from 7 - 8:30 pm for games, laughter and overall good times only at the Square!
Nov 18: Rockpile 7 - 8:30 pm
GraceLand Band | Next practice Nov 27th 5 - 6:30 pm cbelanger@wsquare.ca!
Mexico Missions | Thanks to all who are involved. We are always looking for help with sponsorships and fundraising.
Volunteers | We are seriously looking for some volunteers to come hang with us OR host an event OR provide snacks OR drive … There are plenty of ways to get involved so talk to Cait
Director, Youth Ministry: Caitlin Belanger 905-634-1849 ext. 15 youth@wsquare.ca
Group Life News
Are you ready to connect and grow in your faith? Think about plugging in to a WS Life, Study or Service Group – all relaunching now and waiting to welcome you home. Pick up our Fall Brochure or download "here" and join with others in this journey toward deeper discipleship.
WOW Book Club | Join us Monday, November 23 to discuss Lawrence Hill’s The Book of Negroes. If you love to read, join us as we share lives and the work of gifted authors who dig deep into their hearts to share their stories. New members welcome, dinner provided. RSVP to Margaret Terry 905-634-8988 or mterry@wsquare.ca
Have an announcement for Group Life? | Contact grouplife@wsquare.ca
Have an idea for a new Life, Study or Service group? Pick up an info sheet at the office and let’s talk!
WOW Book Club | Join us Monday, November 23 to discuss Lawrence Hill’s The Book of Negroes. If you love to read, join us as we share lives and the work of gifted authors who dig deep into their hearts to share their stories. New members welcome, dinner provided. RSVP to Margaret Terry 905-634-8988 or mterry@wsquare.ca
Have an announcement for Group Life? | Contact grouplife@wsquare.ca
Have an idea for a new Life, Study or Service group? Pick up an info sheet at the office and let’s talk!
Men's Movie Night November 6
Come on out for a night of fun and fellowship – Guy style! Friday, November 6 at Bill Hutt’s home, 8 pm.
Contact Andrew Alton 905-407-1553 aalton@wsquare.ca or Bill Hutt 905-335-0337
Contact Andrew Alton 905-407-1553 aalton@wsquare.ca or Bill Hutt 905-335-0337
The New Testament in a Year
You can join with folks in Wellington Square and other congregations reading through the New Testament in 2009. A weekly reading guide will be available for you to pick up each Sunday, have emailed to you, or download from our website.If interested please contact Heather Weaver-Orosz 905-634-1849 ext. 23 hweaverorosz@wsquare.ca
Please check our website or click here to download and print a pdf copy of the
readings for November 9 - 13, 2009 - Barb Smith-Young
readings for November 2 - 6, 2009 - Debbie McMillan
readings for October 26 - 30, 2009 - Lynne Bandy
readings for October 19 - 23, 2009 - Steve Huntley
readings for October 12 - 16, 2009 - Diane Walker
readings for October 5 - 9, 2009 - Judy Shulist
readings for September 28 - October 2, 2009 - Dave Jagger
readings for September 21 - 25, 2009 - Kate Gregory
readings for September 14 - 18, 2009 - Marion Loree
readings for September 7 - 11, 2009 - Diane Walker
readings for August 31 - September 4, 2009 - Paul Miller
readings for August 24 - 28, 2009 - Heather Weaver-Orosz
readings for August 17 - 21, 2009 - Greg Smith-Young
readings for August 10 - 14, 2009 - Maryann Skinner
readings for August 3 - 7, 2009 - Phil Irish
readings for July 27 - 31, 2009 - Marianne Leach Hoffer
readings for July 20 - 24, 2009 - Barb Smith-Young
readings for July 13 - 17, 2009 - Debbie McMillan
readings for July 7 - 10, 2009 - Lynne Bandy
readings for June 29 - July 3, 2009 - Drew Maxwell and Steve Huntley
readings for June 22 - 26, 2009 - Drew Maxwell
readings for June 15 - 19, 2009 - Judy Shulist
readings for June 8 - 12, 2009 - Dave Jagger
readings for June 1 - 5, 2009 - Kate Gregory
readings for May 25 - 29, 2009 - Marion Loree
readings for May 18 - 22, 2009 - Drew Maxwell http://www.persecution.com/
readings for May 11 - 15, 2009 - Paul Miller
readings for May 4 - 8, 2009 - Orville James and Heather Weaver-Orosz
readings for April 27 - May 1, 2009 - Greg Smith-Young
readings for April 20 - 24, 2009 - Maryann and Dale Skinner
readings for April 13 - 17, 2009 - Phil Irish
readings for April 6 - 10, 2009 - Marianne Leach Hoffer
readings for March 30 - April 3, 2009 - Barb Smith-Young
readings for March 23 - 27, 2009 - How to read the Bible Book by Book
readings for March 16 - 20, 2009 - Lynne Bandy
readings for March 9 - 13, 2009 - Steve Huntley
readings for March 2 - 6, 2009 - Diane Walker
readings for February 23 - 27, 2009 - Rob Irish
readings for February 16 - 20, 2009 - Dave Jagger
readings for February 9 - 13, 2009 - Kate Gregory
readings for February 2 - 6, 2009 - Marion Loree
readings for January 26 - 30, 2009 - Drew Maxwell
readings for January 19 - 23, 2009 - Paul Miller
readings for January 12 - 16, 2009 - Wellington Square
readings for January 5 - 9, 2009 - Greg Smith-Young
readings for November 9 - 13, 2009 - Barb Smith-Young
readings for November 2 - 6, 2009 - Debbie McMillan
readings for October 26 - 30, 2009 - Lynne Bandy
readings for October 19 - 23, 2009 - Steve Huntley
readings for October 12 - 16, 2009 - Diane Walker
readings for October 5 - 9, 2009 - Judy Shulist
readings for September 28 - October 2, 2009 - Dave Jagger
readings for September 21 - 25, 2009 - Kate Gregory
readings for September 14 - 18, 2009 - Marion Loree
readings for September 7 - 11, 2009 - Diane Walker
readings for August 31 - September 4, 2009 - Paul Miller
readings for August 24 - 28, 2009 - Heather Weaver-Orosz
readings for August 17 - 21, 2009 - Greg Smith-Young
readings for August 10 - 14, 2009 - Maryann Skinner
readings for August 3 - 7, 2009 - Phil Irish
readings for July 27 - 31, 2009 - Marianne Leach Hoffer
readings for July 20 - 24, 2009 - Barb Smith-Young
readings for July 13 - 17, 2009 - Debbie McMillan
readings for July 7 - 10, 2009 - Lynne Bandy
readings for June 29 - July 3, 2009 - Drew Maxwell and Steve Huntley
readings for June 22 - 26, 2009 - Drew Maxwell
readings for June 15 - 19, 2009 - Judy Shulist
readings for June 8 - 12, 2009 - Dave Jagger
readings for June 1 - 5, 2009 - Kate Gregory
readings for May 25 - 29, 2009 - Marion Loree
readings for May 18 - 22, 2009 - Drew Maxwell http://www.persecution.com/
readings for May 11 - 15, 2009 - Paul Miller
readings for May 4 - 8, 2009 - Orville James and Heather Weaver-Orosz
readings for April 27 - May 1, 2009 - Greg Smith-Young
readings for April 20 - 24, 2009 - Maryann and Dale Skinner
readings for April 13 - 17, 2009 - Phil Irish
readings for April 6 - 10, 2009 - Marianne Leach Hoffer
readings for March 30 - April 3, 2009 - Barb Smith-Young
readings for March 23 - 27, 2009 - How to read the Bible Book by Book
readings for March 16 - 20, 2009 - Lynne Bandy
readings for March 9 - 13, 2009 - Steve Huntley
readings for March 2 - 6, 2009 - Diane Walker
readings for February 23 - 27, 2009 - Rob Irish
readings for February 16 - 20, 2009 - Dave Jagger
readings for February 9 - 13, 2009 - Kate Gregory
readings for February 2 - 6, 2009 - Marion Loree
readings for January 26 - 30, 2009 - Drew Maxwell
readings for January 19 - 23, 2009 - Paul Miller
readings for January 12 - 16, 2009 - Wellington Square
readings for January 5 - 9, 2009 - Greg Smith-Young
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Burlington Post Article (click here)
Burlington Post Article Friday, October 30 (click here)
Some familiar faces practicing for the Rotary Music Festival www.rotarymusicfest.org
Some familiar faces practicing for the Rotary Music Festival www.rotarymusicfest.org
Sierra Leone Container
Please note the cut off date to receive items is November 12.
Conrad Van Dijk is going to Wellington Orphanage again in November and will bring letters from sponsors to the children. If you are sponsoring a child in Sierra Leone, please prepare a letter that can be taken by Conrad. Small gifts that can fit into an 8 1/2 by 11” envelope are also welcome, as are e-mail letters. Conrad’s supporters will include a generic letter to any children who do not receive correspondence from their sponsors. There will be an envelope attached to the Outreach bulletin board for collecting the letters.
Items for Sierra Leone can be dropped off at Smith’s Funeral Home, 485 Brant Street. Don Smith (11:00 Service) will be helping to pack the container and will be in Sierra Leone to help with the disbursement of items in February. Suggestions for this week include dictionaries(especially picture dictionaries) and bibles, children’s books, battery chargers, rechargeable batteries and musical instruments. Bicycles are always welcome. They need to be teen or adult size, as they are used for transportation, not for fun.
Contact Wendy Clifton 905-631-2235 wclifton@wsquare.ca
Monday, November 02, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Outreach News
Christmas is Coming| For more info about our Christmas response, visit our bulletin board or check out our Christmas Response brochure.
Shoeboxes to Wellington Orphanage, Sierra Leone | This Christmas we are filling shoeboxes to send to children at Wellington Orphanage. This is a way to bring hope to those in need. We especially need boxes
filled for older boys and girls. Gift suggestions include school supplies, basic hygiene items, and games. Pickup your shoeboxes Sunday in St. Paul’s Hall, collection next Sunday, Nov. 8.
Upcoming Christmas Responses| Wesley No-Charge Christmas Store, Angel Wings, Chickens for Christmas
Sierra Leone Donations| We need dictionaries (especially picture dictionaries), Bibles, children’s books, rechargeable batteries and chargers, musical instruments, and adult bikes. Items can be dropped off at Smith’s Funeral Home. Contact Wendy Clifton 631-2235 or wclifton@wsquare.ca
Impact Malawi Update | A team is heading to Malawi from Minnesota on Nov 1, and they need your prayers. They are keen to be the Lord’s hands, feet, and hearts; continuing the work that began in the fall of 2006. www.handsandheartsforafrica.ca
The next Community Dinner is Friday, Nov 6 | Volunteers needed. Contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca
Shoeboxes to Wellington Orphanage, Sierra Leone | This Christmas we are filling shoeboxes to send to children at Wellington Orphanage. This is a way to bring hope to those in need. We especially need boxes
filled for older boys and girls. Gift suggestions include school supplies, basic hygiene items, and games. Pickup your shoeboxes Sunday in St. Paul’s Hall, collection next Sunday, Nov. 8.
Upcoming Christmas Responses| Wesley No-Charge Christmas Store, Angel Wings, Chickens for Christmas
Sierra Leone Donations| We need dictionaries (especially picture dictionaries), Bibles, children’s books, rechargeable batteries and chargers, musical instruments, and adult bikes. Items can be dropped off at Smith’s Funeral Home. Contact Wendy Clifton 631-2235 or wclifton@wsquare.ca
Impact Malawi Update | A team is heading to Malawi from Minnesota on Nov 1, and they need your prayers. They are keen to be the Lord’s hands, feet, and hearts; continuing the work that began in the fall of 2006. www.handsandheartsforafrica.ca
The next Community Dinner is Friday, Nov 6 | Volunteers needed. Contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca
Impact Malawi Update
A team is heading to Malawi and they need prayers please! Your prayers will make a huge difference to the outcome of their work.
November 1 a team from Hosanna! church, Lakeville Minnesota, our partners on Missions 1 and 2, are heading back to" mission road" a 16 km stretch of dirt road from Ulongue to the Shire river. They will be following up on mission work begun in the fall of 2006 that has continued since. More was recently accomplished in July 09 by an Ontario team.
The team arrives Nov 3 via Nairobi Kenya and will spend 2 days at Nanthomba school and Nandomba medical center-both which we helped to build.
Nov 6 they head to the Balaka area and attend a worship service with pastor Yonas at the new church we have also supported. What a celebatory service of praise and worship that will be! The tin roof will be rocking! There are activities planned for children at the church throughout the week as well as activities at a couple of day orphanages.
Please pray for them. They are keen to be the Lord's hands, feet and hearts in Malawi continuing work the village elders have requested and building relationships.
Look for more of their itinerary in next week's bulletin and contact fgray@wsquare for more information if interested in becoming involved either here or in Malawi.
Zikomo!!! (thank you)
November 1 a team from Hosanna! church, Lakeville Minnesota, our partners on Missions 1 and 2, are heading back to" mission road" a 16 km stretch of dirt road from Ulongue to the Shire river. They will be following up on mission work begun in the fall of 2006 that has continued since. More was recently accomplished in July 09 by an Ontario team.
The team arrives Nov 3 via Nairobi Kenya and will spend 2 days at Nanthomba school and Nandomba medical center-both which we helped to build.
Nov 6 they head to the Balaka area and attend a worship service with pastor Yonas at the new church we have also supported. What a celebatory service of praise and worship that will be! The tin roof will be rocking! There are activities planned for children at the church throughout the week as well as activities at a couple of day orphanages.
Please pray for them. They are keen to be the Lord's hands, feet and hearts in Malawi continuing work the village elders have requested and building relationships.
Look for more of their itinerary in next week's bulletin and contact fgray@wsquare for more information if interested in becoming involved either here or in Malawi.
Zikomo!!! (thank you)
Communion Sunday, November 1
Wink, Nod, Bow, Salute! | We invite you to be aware that some people need to be extra cautious about their health now that flu season is upon us. Let’s be creative about the way we greet each other!¬ Please remember to use the hand sanitizer available at each door and before taking communion.
Collection for the Crisis Care Fund | Sunday we invite you to contribute to our Crisis Care Fund — a vital resource used with prayerful discernment by your ministry team. It allows us to provide care and hope for those in our wider community as they cope with some of life's harshest realities. Our prayer is for a day when such a fund will have no use ... and we pray, until that day arrives, you will continue to contribute generously.
Collection for the Crisis Care Fund | Sunday we invite you to contribute to our Crisis Care Fund — a vital resource used with prayerful discernment by your ministry team. It allows us to provide care and hope for those in our wider community as they cope with some of life's harshest realities. Our prayer is for a day when such a fund will have no use ... and we pray, until that day arrives, you will continue to contribute generously.
Sunday, November 1 "Saint Osceola of Hattiesburg"
Christ has no body on earth but yours, no hands but yours, no feet but yours. Yours are the eyes through which Christ’s compassion for the world is to look out; yours are the feet with which He is to go about doing good; and yours are the hands with which He is to bless us now. — Saint Teresa of Avila
“I heard a voice thunder from the Throne: “Look! Look! God has moved into the neighbourhood, making His home with men and women! They’re His people, He’s their God. He’ll wipe every tear from their eyes. Death is gone for good – tears gone, crying gone, pain gone – all the first order of things gone.” — Revelation 21: 3-4, The Message
I’ve Been Thinking…
about Halloween memories. For kids this might be the second most exciting day of the year. Trick or Treat! Candy, candy, candy. My dream when growing up was to get to every house in the little town I lived in (Dashwood, ON). Me and my friends knew all the best houses to go to — for the best candy. Back then I had NO clue what last night or today were really about. It’s All Saints Day today, and last evening was All Hallow’s Eve. It’s all about ‘the communion of saints.’ It links us to all those people of faith who’ve gone before us. Yes, the famous ones — St Paul, St Augustine, etc. But what about St Violet Bender? She was a cheerful, round lady who lived on a farm outside of Dashwood, so I never trick-or-treated at her house. But she told me the stories of the ’Good Shepherd’ (that was Jesus) and the lost lamb (that was me) and she taught me to sing ‘Jesus Loves Me,’ and slowly over time it sunk in. Violet Bender helped shape my life. She’s one of the saints. So is my grandmother who prayed for me every day until she died. I conducted her funeral, and I cried at her funeral. She’s one of the saints. You have saints you can remember too. Think back — who loved you? Who lived God’s love toward you? Who served and supported the church you grew up in? They’re all the saints. So today — we remember all the people of faith who’ve gone before us. The Gifts & Memorials Fund has been a way for people to say thanks — to memorialize someone they’ve loved and lost a little while. The Fund has been used for many good projects around the church — both for the building, for technology and for people. I hope that today, you’ll remember a person of faith from your past; and I hope that you’ll regularly contribute to the Gifts & Memorial Fund as you thank God for the saints in your life.
With love, ORVILLE
“I heard a voice thunder from the Throne: “Look! Look! God has moved into the neighbourhood, making His home with men and women! They’re His people, He’s their God. He’ll wipe every tear from their eyes. Death is gone for good – tears gone, crying gone, pain gone – all the first order of things gone.” — Revelation 21: 3-4, The Message
I’ve Been Thinking…
about Halloween memories. For kids this might be the second most exciting day of the year. Trick or Treat! Candy, candy, candy. My dream when growing up was to get to every house in the little town I lived in (Dashwood, ON). Me and my friends knew all the best houses to go to — for the best candy. Back then I had NO clue what last night or today were really about. It’s All Saints Day today, and last evening was All Hallow’s Eve. It’s all about ‘the communion of saints.’ It links us to all those people of faith who’ve gone before us. Yes, the famous ones — St Paul, St Augustine, etc. But what about St Violet Bender? She was a cheerful, round lady who lived on a farm outside of Dashwood, so I never trick-or-treated at her house. But she told me the stories of the ’Good Shepherd’ (that was Jesus) and the lost lamb (that was me) and she taught me to sing ‘Jesus Loves Me,’ and slowly over time it sunk in. Violet Bender helped shape my life. She’s one of the saints. So is my grandmother who prayed for me every day until she died. I conducted her funeral, and I cried at her funeral. She’s one of the saints. You have saints you can remember too. Think back — who loved you? Who lived God’s love toward you? Who served and supported the church you grew up in? They’re all the saints. So today — we remember all the people of faith who’ve gone before us. The Gifts & Memorials Fund has been a way for people to say thanks — to memorialize someone they’ve loved and lost a little while. The Fund has been used for many good projects around the church — both for the building, for technology and for people. I hope that today, you’ll remember a person of faith from your past; and I hope that you’ll regularly contribute to the Gifts & Memorial Fund as you thank God for the saints in your life.
With love, ORVILLE
GraceLand News
Mark your Calendars:Sunday, November 22 | Faith @ Home Event 'How to read the Bible' for grade 3 students and their parents
Sunday, December 6 | Mini GraceLand Christmas Presentation - Light of the World!
Celebrating Families! | We recognize that we're all a part of God's family and that each family is unique and different. Take time as a family each week to celebrate one another and God's goodness by engaging in the following activities:
Bible Reading | each week, choose a Bible story that the entire family reads together and discusses
Lend a Hand | Choose one of our many outreach projects our church supports by participating in and/or supporting through gifts. Check out our website for outreach initiatives http://wsquare.ca/outreach/
Getting Healthy | Spend 20 minutes each day or every other day staying healthy - take a walk after dinner, have a dance party in your living room, or play a tickling war with one another ... good laughter too.
Pray Together | make efforts to pray with and for one another - at dinner time, bedtime, prayer notes left in lunch bags or under pillows, craft-making prayers like bookmarks, cards, etc. and for your older child ... send an email prayer or Facebook prayer message. Be blessed!
Director, Children's Ministry: Heather Mackey 905-634-1849 ext. 21 children@wsquare.ca
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Community Dinner November 6
Community Dinner is part of our Men’s Ministry, offered to the community, for anyone who would like to share a meal here at Wsquare.Next meals are on November 6 and 20th at 6pm.
If you know someone who would enjoy sharing a meal with others please invite them to come.
Volunteers needed. Please sign up on Sunday or contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca or Mike Southon at msouthon@wsquare.ca
Circle of the Square
An Adventure in Spiritual Formation...
Members and adherents of Wellington Square United Church are invited to join the Circle by committing to the practice of FIVE disciplines:
1. Regular worship attendance.
2. Daily Bible reading of passages selected for the Circle's weekly letter which will prepare us for each Sunday's worship service.
3. Daily Prayer, including specific prayer requests listed in the Circle's weekly letter.
4. Participation in a small group of your choice which meets at least monthly.
5. Committing to working toward income tithing within three years.*
*Members of our Stewardship team will be available for a confidential consultation to assist you in achieving this goal.
THE MEMBERS OF THE CIRCLE OF THE SQUARE ARE ANONYMOUS known only by Rev. Orville James, program Coordinator and his assistant Rev. Heather Weaver-Orosz. There are no meetings of the whole Circle. Orville will meet with you when you join and a weekly email from him will list specific Bible passages and prayer requests for each day. Orville & Heather will be available for ongoing consultation and can pair you up with other members for mutual support. The Circle of the Square is open to all ages and stages of life, with a large and diverse congregation, the Circle can be a unifying factor in the life of church.
Contact Orville James 905-634-1849 ext. 19 ojames@wsquare.ca
Jesus said, "The Kingdom of God is like yeast kneaded into dough, which works unseen..." - Luke 13: 20-21
The Circle is a "yeasting" program, silent but effective.
You are the salt of the earth. - Matthew 5:13
Like salt, the members of the Circle add flavor and help preserve the life of the congregation.
"Becoming a disciple involves discipline"
"Give us this day our daily bread." - Matthew 6:11
"The steady discipline of intimate friendship with Jesus results in us becoming like Him." - Harry Emerson Fosdick
"Some people regard discipline as a chore. For me, it is a kind of order that sets me free to fly." - Julie Andrews
Members and adherents of Wellington Square United Church are invited to join the Circle by committing to the practice of FIVE disciplines:
1. Regular worship attendance.
2. Daily Bible reading of passages selected for the Circle's weekly letter which will prepare us for each Sunday's worship service.
3. Daily Prayer, including specific prayer requests listed in the Circle's weekly letter.
4. Participation in a small group of your choice which meets at least monthly.
5. Committing to working toward income tithing within three years.*
*Members of our Stewardship team will be available for a confidential consultation to assist you in achieving this goal.
THE MEMBERS OF THE CIRCLE OF THE SQUARE ARE ANONYMOUS known only by Rev. Orville James, program Coordinator and his assistant Rev. Heather Weaver-Orosz. There are no meetings of the whole Circle. Orville will meet with you when you join and a weekly email from him will list specific Bible passages and prayer requests for each day. Orville & Heather will be available for ongoing consultation and can pair you up with other members for mutual support. The Circle of the Square is open to all ages and stages of life, with a large and diverse congregation, the Circle can be a unifying factor in the life of church.
Contact Orville James 905-634-1849 ext. 19 ojames@wsquare.ca
Jesus said, "The Kingdom of God is like yeast kneaded into dough, which works unseen..." - Luke 13: 20-21
The Circle is a "yeasting" program, silent but effective.
You are the salt of the earth. - Matthew 5:13
Like salt, the members of the Circle add flavor and help preserve the life of the congregation.
"Becoming a disciple involves discipline"
"Give us this day our daily bread." - Matthew 6:11
"The steady discipline of intimate friendship with Jesus results in us becoming like Him." - Harry Emerson Fosdick
"Some people regard discipline as a chore. For me, it is a kind of order that sets me free to fly." - Julie Andrews
WOW Book Club
WOW Book Club | Join us Monday, November 23 to discuss Lawrence Hill’s The Book of Negroes. If you love to read, join us as we share lives and the work of gifted authors who dig deep into their hearts to share their stories. New members welcome, dinner provided. RSVP to Margaret Terry 905-634-8988 or mterry@wsquare.ca
Baptism Sunday
The next service celebrating the sacrament of Baptism is Sunday, November 15. For more info, please contact the office 905-634-1849 ext.10 or office@wsquare.ca“There is one body and one Spirit…
one Lord, one faith, one baptism.”
—Ephesians 4: 4-5
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
JAM Event Friday, October 23
JAM Event (Jesus and Me)
Medieval Times
Friday, October 23, 2009
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. • $2.00
With real live JOUSTER 'Sir Timothy of Shrewsbury'
Come on out and see an entertaining show on the history of Jousting from Medieval times to today. Displaying armour, equipment, sport sword fighting and talking about God's Armour too!
• Tattoo's
• Fresh bread
• Maiden head pieces
... and lots of fun
All Families are invited!
Mens Sports Night October 23
After J.A.M. come on out for a night of guy-type fun! Friday, October 23 at the Brant Hills Community Centre – 9:30 p.m.
Contact Andrew Alton – 905-407-1553 aalton@wsquare.ca
Contact Andrew Alton – 905-407-1553 aalton@wsquare.ca
This Changes Everything
Group Life Conference | Group Facilitators are you ready to be encouraged and inspired? Join us Saturday Oct. 24, 9:30-4:30, for “This Changes Everything,” the one-day Group Life Conference 2009, hosted by Compass Point Church, right here in Burlington! For registration or more info on this vital event, please contact Heather Weaver-Orosz 905-634-1849 ext. 23 or grouplife@wsquare.ca.
Sunday, October 25 "Power Play"
And they came to Caper'na-um; and when he was in the house Jesus asked the disciples, "What were you discussing on the way?" But they were silent; for on the way they had discussed with one another who was the greatest. And he sat down and called the twelve; and he said to them, "If any one would be first, he must be last of all and servant of all." —Mark 9:33-35
I’ve Been Thinking…
… we’re into about 8 months of happy chaos around here. Offices have already moved in to the McMillan room, furniture is out in the lobby, wires are hanging from the ceiling. We’re squeezed for space too –for GraceLand, and coffee hour, and library displays, and more.
Still, if you’ve ever moved, or gone through a home renovation, you remember the feeling of adventure, and the feeling of patient perseverance, knowing that the end result will come soon enough, and life will be normal and good again; maybe even better.
That’s the adventure we’re launching. And already the staff & leaders are getting a sense of flexibility, adapting to the temporary, and anticipating what’s coming. And it kind of feels crazy fun - we’re all in this together, toward that good result. What good result? Bigger washrooms, wider entrances, more classroom and meeting space, a well designed and functional sanctuary for our varieties of worship style.
My thanks to a couple of special volunteers who’ve made the move happen –Ferry’s, Southon's, Wignall, Glover & more. Thanks guys!
Now we’ll live in happy chaos, and working together and watching as our church goes forward. Blessings… ORVILLE
P.S. Big celebrations and congratulations for our Don Smith –just named as Burlington’s first ever ‘Philanthropist of the Year’. A fun banquet for Don, (and a fund raiser for the Burlington Community Foundation) is being held Thursday Nov. 5th. The mayor, and many business and community leaders will be there. I want to put together a couple of tables of Wellington Square people. Let me know if you might be interested.
I’ve Been Thinking…
… we’re into about 8 months of happy chaos around here. Offices have already moved in to the McMillan room, furniture is out in the lobby, wires are hanging from the ceiling. We’re squeezed for space too –for GraceLand, and coffee hour, and library displays, and more.
Still, if you’ve ever moved, or gone through a home renovation, you remember the feeling of adventure, and the feeling of patient perseverance, knowing that the end result will come soon enough, and life will be normal and good again; maybe even better.
That’s the adventure we’re launching. And already the staff & leaders are getting a sense of flexibility, adapting to the temporary, and anticipating what’s coming. And it kind of feels crazy fun - we’re all in this together, toward that good result. What good result? Bigger washrooms, wider entrances, more classroom and meeting space, a well designed and functional sanctuary for our varieties of worship style.
My thanks to a couple of special volunteers who’ve made the move happen –Ferry’s, Southon's, Wignall, Glover & more. Thanks guys!
Now we’ll live in happy chaos, and working together and watching as our church goes forward. Blessings… ORVILLE
P.S. Big celebrations and congratulations for our Don Smith –just named as Burlington’s first ever ‘Philanthropist of the Year’. A fun banquet for Don, (and a fund raiser for the Burlington Community Foundation) is being held Thursday Nov. 5th. The mayor, and many business and community leaders will be there. I want to put together a couple of tables of Wellington Square people. Let me know if you might be interested.
Outreach News
Christmas is Coming
As followers of Christ we are called to reach out and help the hurting in our midst and around the world. The following initiatives are some ways that we can act as the hands and feet of Jesus, together as a church body. We encourage you to consider where you might invest your resources and energy this Christmas. For more information, visit our revamped bulletin board in the foyer or download a copy of the Christmas Initiatives brochure available here.
Shoeboxes to Wellington Orphanage, Sierra Leone
We have an exciting opportunity to fill shoeboxes that will be delivered directly to children at the Wellington Orphanage in Sierra Leone. Much needed items including school supplies, hygiene items and toys.
Wesley No-Charge Christmas Store
This program provides those living in poverty with support. In a store-like setting, people in the Hamilton area are able to choose new gifts and food items for themselves and their families at no cost.
Angel Wings
Angel Wings supports individuals and families through local agencies in the Burlington area. You can help to make their Christmas a little brighter by either buying gifts, or a cash donation towards gifts and food.
Chickens for Christmas
Give your loved ones a meaningful gift this Christmas season - one that can provide impoverished farmers in Sierra Leone with a profitable income living as a poultry farmer. Chickens for Christmas brochure available here
http://www.cvmcanada.org/
Sierra Leone Container
Donation ideas for the container going to Wellington Orphanage in Sierra Leone:
Dinner Out Friday Night?
Men from Wellington Square give someone a Friday night out for dinner. Volunteers needed for November 6 and 20 Open Community Dinner. Sign up in St. Paul's Hall on Sunday or contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca or Mike Southon msouthon@wsquare.ca
As followers of Christ we are called to reach out and help the hurting in our midst and around the world. The following initiatives are some ways that we can act as the hands and feet of Jesus, together as a church body. We encourage you to consider where you might invest your resources and energy this Christmas. For more information, visit our revamped bulletin board in the foyer or download a copy of the Christmas Initiatives brochure available here.
Shoeboxes to Wellington Orphanage, Sierra Leone
We have an exciting opportunity to fill shoeboxes that will be delivered directly to children at the Wellington Orphanage in Sierra Leone. Much needed items including school supplies, hygiene items and toys.
Wesley No-Charge Christmas Store
This program provides those living in poverty with support. In a store-like setting, people in the Hamilton area are able to choose new gifts and food items for themselves and their families at no cost.
Angel Wings
Angel Wings supports individuals and families through local agencies in the Burlington area. You can help to make their Christmas a little brighter by either buying gifts, or a cash donation towards gifts and food.
Chickens for Christmas
Give your loved ones a meaningful gift this Christmas season - one that can provide impoverished farmers in Sierra Leone with a profitable income living as a poultry farmer. Chickens for Christmas brochure available here
http://www.cvmcanada.org/
Sierra Leone Container
Donation ideas for the container going to Wellington Orphanage in Sierra Leone:
- books for young children and beginning readers
- school and office supplies
- computers (5 years old or newer)
- hand tools
- garden tools
Dinner Out Friday Night?
Men from Wellington Square give someone a Friday night out for dinner. Volunteers needed for November 6 and 20 Open Community Dinner. Sign up in St. Paul's Hall on Sunday or contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca or Mike Southon msouthon@wsquare.ca
Rummage Sale
UCW would like to thank everyone for their help and support for the Rummage Sale. Rose Scherle for her organizing and Caitlin and the youth for their help. We really appreciated the extra help and it was a huge success!
Greeting Cards
Celebrate life’s special moments and occasions with greeting cards: Thinking of You, Get Well, Birthday, Sympathy, Thanksgiving, Christmas, etc. Stop by our display in St. Paul’s Hall Sunday mornings after each service.Thursday, October 15, 2009
Sunday, October 18 "Faith to Follow"
Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus (that is, the Son of Timaeus), was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, "Son of David, have mercy on me!" Jesus stopped and said, "Call him." So they called to the blind man, "Cheer up! On your feet! He's calling you." Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus. "What do you want me to do for you?" Jesus asked him. The blind man said, "Rabbi, I want to see." "Go," said Jesus, "your faith has healed you." Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. — Mark 10: 46-52
Jesus’ challenge to people was not, “Admire me,” nor was it “Agree with me.” His call was “Follow me.”
• Can you identify with Jesus?
• Like Bartimaeus have you been invited into the presence of Christ?
• When have you been most aware that Christ stopped to meet you?
• Has Christ given you a new vision?
• Have you shared the new vision your received?
• What has this new vision lead you to do?
Jesus’ challenge to people was not, “Admire me,” nor was it “Agree with me.” His call was “Follow me.”
• Can you identify with Jesus?
• Like Bartimaeus have you been invited into the presence of Christ?
• When have you been most aware that Christ stopped to meet you?
• Has Christ given you a new vision?
• Have you shared the new vision your received?
• What has this new vision lead you to do?
Caring and Connecting
WIN BIG! There is still a prize to be won on the Bayridge Village Scavenger Hunt! $50 dinner gift certificate or $50 gift certificate at the Family Christian Bookstore. Check your Wellington Square Weekly Update in your e-mail Monday for the scavenger hunt and for your promotional code that allows you to log on! Then get on The Village at www.bayridgevillage.ca and get hunting! The deadline is Friday, October 23 so don't wait!
Explore, have fun and WIN!
Bayridge Village Scavenger Hunt available "here"
Explore, have fun and WIN!
Bayridge Village Scavenger Hunt available "here"
Stewardship News 10 10 80
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WS Church Budget • The first 10% is given to Outreach to support the Kingdom work of the Church
Your Personal Budget • The first 10% (known as the tithe) is suggested as a guideline for Christians in giving to the church and other work that builds and extends God’s Kingdom.
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WS Church Budget • The second 10% is assigned to savings for capital expenditures that arise, for example: leaky roof, boiler that needs replacing.
Your Personal Budget • The second 10% is assigned to your savings for rainy day emergencies.
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WS Church Budget • We intentionally work to be good stewards of the remaining 80%.
Your Personal Budget • As Christians we can learn to live as effective and creative stewards of the remaining 80% of our personal budget.
WS Church Budget • The first 10% is given to Outreach to support the Kingdom work of the Church
Your Personal Budget • The first 10% (known as the tithe) is suggested as a guideline for Christians in giving to the church and other work that builds and extends God’s Kingdom.
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WS Church Budget • The second 10% is assigned to savings for capital expenditures that arise, for example: leaky roof, boiler that needs replacing.
Your Personal Budget • The second 10% is assigned to your savings for rainy day emergencies.
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WS Church Budget • We intentionally work to be good stewards of the remaining 80%.
Your Personal Budget • As Christians we can learn to live as effective and creative stewards of the remaining 80% of our personal budget.
GraceLand Sundays
GraceLand Dancers | Sundays 10:30 to 11:15am in Room 6. Children ages 4 and up can “get down” to the hip and happenin’ sounds of today’s worship music.GraceLand Puppet/Drama Teams | Sundays 10:30am in Room 5. Grades 6 and up. Try your creative hand in this ministry.
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GraceNotes Choir
GraceNotes Choir | Mondays 5 - 5:30pm in room 5. JK to Grade 3 ages. (click on flyer to view full size)
Boys Sports Night
Boys Sports Night | Tuesdays 6 - 7pm in the Gym, for boys ages 5 & up that want to hang out with dads and play games.(click on flyer to view full size)
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Living Prayer starting October 15
This course is offered on Thursdays, October 15 to November 26, 2009 (7 weeks)Prayer is the heartbeat of your relationship with God. Come and learn some basics about:
- Why do we need to pray?
- What should I include in my prayers?
- How does God speak to us?
- What does an answered prayer look like?
Friday, October 09, 2009
Congregational Care
Bayridge Family Center | There are several weekly groups in The Village on a variety of topics: marriage, parenting, depression, emotional well-being, relationships, grief support. Just go to www.bayridgevillage.ca and check the “week at a glance” or “month at a glance” schedule to find out which groups are running on which days. Also, check out the forums, blogs and story studio. They are a great way to meet other members as well as share your experiences with others. Don't forget to join the Mayor's crew so you can read her blog. To do this, go to 'My Profile' (the green button at the bottom of the page), 'Crew(s)', and to join the Mayor’s crew, enter the screen name 'admin' and the crew code 'HBTJ3ebfrh' then click 'join crew.' You will then be able to read the Mayor's blog, ask her questions, and post comments.
Sunday, October 11 “Our Lack and God’s Love”
This week I got my Thanksgiving Message from ‘Canada’s most listened to radio station’. As I negotiated my way out of Toronto, the announcer declared –“We know that traditionally, most news reports tend to be about BAD events… We’re deliberately including stories that are good news, to give balance to your world.”
I thought –“HURRAY! Finally –something to be thankful for.” The truth is there’s good news everywhere. Monday’s ‘Spectator’ reported a research breakthrough at Mac to defeat ‘superbugs’. Tuesday we learned of a Nobel prize winner from Amherst, N.S! On Thursday ‘Canada AM’ did a story on researchers who have isolated and mapped the genes in breast cancer.
I’ve become absolutely convinced that there’s good news around us everyday –in a multitude of ways –miniscule & gargantuan.
Now if they could just clear the QEW traffic through Oakville–That would be great news!
Happy Thanksgiving – ORVILLE
P.S. This little poem might seem cheesy to some - but it’s loaded with truth. Enjoy!
A Thankful Heart
Take nothing for granted, for whatever you do
The ‘joy of enjoying’ is lessened for you-
For we rob our own lives much more than we know
When we fail to respond or in any way show
Our thanks for the blessings that daily are ours…
The warmth of the sun, the fragrance of flowers,
The beauty of twilight, the freshness of dawn,
The coolness of dew on a green velvet lawn,
The kind little deeds so thoughtfully done,
The favours of friends and the love that someone
Unselfishly gives us in a myriad of ways,
Expecting no payment and no words of praise-
Oh, great is our loss when we no longer find
A thankful response to things of this kind,
For the Joy Of Enjoying and the Fullness of living
Are found in the heart that is filled with Thanksgiving.
- Helen Steiner Rice
I thought –“HURRAY! Finally –something to be thankful for.” The truth is there’s good news everywhere. Monday’s ‘Spectator’ reported a research breakthrough at Mac to defeat ‘superbugs’. Tuesday we learned of a Nobel prize winner from Amherst, N.S! On Thursday ‘Canada AM’ did a story on researchers who have isolated and mapped the genes in breast cancer.
I’ve become absolutely convinced that there’s good news around us everyday –in a multitude of ways –miniscule & gargantuan.
Now if they could just clear the QEW traffic through Oakville–That would be great news!
Happy Thanksgiving – ORVILLE
P.S. This little poem might seem cheesy to some - but it’s loaded with truth. Enjoy!
A Thankful Heart
Take nothing for granted, for whatever you do
The ‘joy of enjoying’ is lessened for you-
For we rob our own lives much more than we know
When we fail to respond or in any way show
Our thanks for the blessings that daily are ours…
The warmth of the sun, the fragrance of flowers,
The beauty of twilight, the freshness of dawn,
The coolness of dew on a green velvet lawn,
The kind little deeds so thoughtfully done,
The favours of friends and the love that someone
Unselfishly gives us in a myriad of ways,
Expecting no payment and no words of praise-
Oh, great is our loss when we no longer find
A thankful response to things of this kind,
For the Joy Of Enjoying and the Fullness of living
Are found in the heart that is filled with Thanksgiving.
- Helen Steiner Rice
Burlington Post Article (click here)
Congratulations to Don Smith Philanthropist of the Year - Burlington Post Article
Outreach News
Burlington’s Thanksgiving Food Drive
Burlington’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, supplying local Partnership West and Salvation Army Food Banks, is now on and needs your support. Please give at any collection depot convient for you!
Community Dinner
Offered to the community for anyone who would like to share a meal here at Wellington Square on Friday, November 6 at 6pm. For more information contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca or
Mike Southon msouthon@wsquare.ca
World Food Sunday
Did you know that Sunday October 18th is World Food Sunday? Churches across the country will join together in a day of fasting and reflecting on how we are all connected to issues of food injustice and hunger.
Visit www.endhungerfast.com for information.
A Local and World Food Reality
Local and regional foodbank use is up over 30% from last year. Those needing food aid worldwide is now over 800 million people and increasing.
BIG Sierra Leone News
A container has been arranged to ship items to Sierra Leone, we just need to fill the container first. Over the next weeks we will be providing suggestions for items that may be useful for the container. You’d be surprised at what can be used.
This week’s suggestion:
- Lockers
- Benches
- Large Cooking Pots
- Shelving Units
- Bunk Beds
Contact Wendy Clifton at wclifton@wsquare.ca
Outreach Submissions
We ask that all bulletin requests for the outreach column be submitted no later than 6:00pm the Sunday in advance to outreach@wsquare.ca
Burlington’s annual Thanksgiving Food Drive, supplying local Partnership West and Salvation Army Food Banks, is now on and needs your support. Please give at any collection depot convient for you!
Community Dinner
Offered to the community for anyone who would like to share a meal here at Wellington Square on Friday, November 6 at 6pm. For more information contact Andrew Alton aalton@wsquare.ca or
Mike Southon msouthon@wsquare.ca
World Food Sunday
Did you know that Sunday October 18th is World Food Sunday? Churches across the country will join together in a day of fasting and reflecting on how we are all connected to issues of food injustice and hunger.
Visit www.endhungerfast.com for information.
A Local and World Food Reality
Local and regional foodbank use is up over 30% from last year. Those needing food aid worldwide is now over 800 million people and increasing.
BIG Sierra Leone News
A container has been arranged to ship items to Sierra Leone, we just need to fill the container first. Over the next weeks we will be providing suggestions for items that may be useful for the container. You’d be surprised at what can be used.
This week’s suggestion:
- Lockers
- Benches
- Large Cooking Pots
- Shelving Units
- Bunk Beds
Contact Wendy Clifton at wclifton@wsquare.ca
Outreach Submissions
We ask that all bulletin requests for the outreach column be submitted no later than 6:00pm the Sunday in advance to outreach@wsquare.ca
GraceLand News
For JK & SK parents!! Your Faith@Home Event “Jesus Loves Me This I know” will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2009 from 8:50—10:15am in the McMillan Room.GraceLand Classrooms
- Nursery | Room 4
- Jr Toddler | Room 3
- Sr Toddler | half of Room 2
- Preschool | half of Room 2
- JK | half of Room 6
- SK | half of Room 6
- Grade 1 | half of Room 5
- Grade 2/3 | half of Room 5
- Grade 4 | Room 1
- Grade 5 | Chapel
- Grade 6 & up (SALT) | McMillan Room
Mid-week Children’s Ministries start up the first week of October.
Director, Children's Ministry: Heather Mackey 905-634-1849 ext. 21 children@wsquare.ca
WOW Women's Retreat November 6 - 8
4 spots left for our annual weekend of fellowship and fun ag the Mount Mary Retreat Centre, AncasterRuth Conard, Leader
Theme: The Amazing Power of God's Love
$210 includes 2 nights accommodation, welcome reception Friday night, 3 meals on Saturday, 2 meals Sunday, 2 books and teaching material.
See Margaret Terry after the service Sunday or 905-634-8988 mterry@wsquare.ca
Passion Play
Please join us Wednesday, October 14 at 7pm for an informative evening to learn about the Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany. The Rev. Dr. Robin Wilkie is leading a tour in July 2010 and will highlight the tour and the Play.
Fellowship Lunch | Sunday, October 18
After the 11 o’clock service. All are welcome. Tickets $10 available after church Sunday.
Saturday, October 03, 2009
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