Dear Friends,
Whether we realize it or not, more than two million and three hundred thousand Canadians have fought for peace in various wars and conflicts, and more than one hundred thousand have sacrificed their precious lives in these battles. During this Remembrance weekend, as Canadians, we solemnly remember and honour those who have served and continue to serve our nation during challenging times of peace.
As Christians, we also take a moment to reflect on another powerful symbol of sacrifice – the Cross. Two thousand years ago, on the Cross, Jesus shed His blood for us, granting us freedom in Christ. It is the sacrifice we remember not only once a year but every day, recognizing Jesus, who laid down His life for us as His friends on the spiritual battlefield called Calvary (John 15:13).
With this note, I warmly invite you and your loved ones to join our hybrid worship service on Sunday, November 12, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. During this divine assembly, Mark Mitchell will deliver a remembrance presentation, and we will be blessed with a sermon titled “Christ’s Greater Agape Love.” This sacred gathering will be accessible both in person and online via live-stream. The Zoom link below will be active from 9:45 a.m. We will also share announcement slides before the service, enhancing the experience for both the congregation in the sanctuary and those joining us on Zoom.
Upcoming Church & Community Events:
November 13-19: Caleb’s Study Leave
November 19: Presbyterians Sharing Sunday led by the Session Members
November 26: Christmas Music performed by the Reunion Choir
Time & Location: 2:30 p.m. in the Church Sanctuary
Everyone is invited to enjoy this seasonal sacred music!
December 3: First Sunday in Advent & Communion
December 3: Community Christmas Carol Singing
Time & Location: 3:00 p.m. at Fenelon Falls United Church
Everybody is welcome to join this community event. Barb Dunn-Prosser will provide special music on behalf of our church.
December 6: St. Andrew’s Women of the Church Potluck Luncheon
Time & Location: 12:30 p.m. in the Church Basement
Everyone is invited to contribute something to the program – whether it’s a reading, a favourite Christmas memory, music, etc. Please also bring a personal care item(s) for the Care basket, which will be donated to the Salvation Army. Everybody is welcome to join in and celebrate the Christmas season together at this gathering!
Upcoming Denominational Events:
November 15: Women’s Missionary Society Come Together with PWS&D
Time & Location: 12:45 p.m. via Zoom
Guest Speaker: Mr. Guy Smagghe, Director of Presbyterian World Service and Development (PWS&D)
For more information, please speak to Lizz Hoyle.
December 3: A Service of Repentance, Healing and Hope
Time & Location: 3:00 p.m. at Timothy Presbyterian Church, 106 Ravenscrest Dr.
Etobicoke, Ontario and via Zoom
For more information, please get in touch with me.
Blessings,
Caleb