Happy New Year! I want to begin with the introduction of a new sermon series called “Rebuilding Broken Walls and Lives” through the book of Nehemiah. I am excited to launch this study starting next Sunday, January 8, until February 26 (tentative). Through these coming reflections on the Holy Scripture, I pray that God can provide His supernatural help to restore our true identity from the damage of the past. We can find this spiritual brokenness in various places. With the help of the Holy Spirit, we can explore God’s divine principles for renewing our lives and others in Christ. Please pray about these vital lessons in the upcoming Sundays.
With this note, I invite you to attend the Epiphany service at St. Andrew’s on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at 10:00 am. “Epiphany is a Christian holiday primarily commemorating the Magi’s visit to the baby Jesus and the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist.” This sacred assembly will also be broadcasted online. The Zoom link below will open at 9:45 am. Before the service, the announcement slides will be presented to the congregation at the sanctuary and on Zoom.
“Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem” (Luke 2:38).
Merry Christmas! During this Christmas season, we have all been invited to the birthday party of our Saviour, Jesus. It is His party, but He wants to give us the wonderful gift of Himself. On this coming Christmas Eve, we will be given such an excellent opportunity to receive anew our Heavenly Father’s greatest gift, His one and only Son, Jesus Christ. During the Eve service, we will sing many Christmas hymns with the Kim Brothers and learn about the meaning of the Great News for all people. We will observe the Lord’s Supper and share the Light of Christ. As usual, hybrid worship will be held at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and via Zoom at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 24, 2022.
Upcoming Sunday Service Info:
December 25: No Christmas Day Service
January 1, 2023: New Year’s Day Sunday Service
“But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord” (Luke 2:10-11).
We continue to have the First Christmas Carol series and will look at the songs of Angels this Sunday. As usual, hybrid worship will be held at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and via Zoom at 10 a.m. on Sunday, December 18, 2022. The Zoom link below will open at 9:45 a.m. The announcement slides will be presented prior to the worship service both at the sanctuary and on Zoom.
Upcoming Sunday Service Info:
December 24: Christmas Eve at 7:00 pm
December 25: No Christmas Day Service
January 1, 2023: New Year’s Day Sunday Service
“Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests” (Luke 2:13-14).
“I am sending a sad note to let you know that Bill Hoyle passed away yesterday afternoon, December 7th. Arrangements have been made through the Jardine Funeral Home. Visitation will take place at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Fenelon Falls, on Friday afternoon, December 16th, from 1:00 to 2:30, with the funeral following immediately thereafter. The service will also be on zoom [, and the Zoom instructions are below] Please keep Lizz, Wil and Aaron and their families in your prayers.
Blessings, Barb Silver, Associate Clerk of St. Andrew’s FF”
P.S. Instructions for the Dec. 16th Funeral Service via Zoom
Time: Dec. 16th, 2022, 2:30 PM Eastern Standard Time
Meeting ID: 478 513 2509 & Passcode: 123456
Or click the following link https://zoom.us/join
and follow the steps below:
1. Join the meeting by entering the Meeting ID: 478 513 2509 in the “Meeting ID” box and clicking on the “Join” button.
2. Enter the meeting password: 123456
3. Choose “Join with/without Video” and click on that box.
4. Touch/move a mouse over the screen, find the microphone icon, and choose “Call via Device Audio” or “Wi-Fi or Cellular Data.” Both video/audio icons are usually located at the bottom left of your device on Zoom.
As usual, hybrid worship will be held at St. Andrew’s Fenelon Falls and via Zoom at 10 a.m. on Sunday, December 11, 2022. Rev. Ron Wallace will be our guest speaker and share the Word of God with. The Zoom link below will open at 9:45 a.m. The announcement slides will be presented prior to the worship service both at the sanctuary and on Zoom.
FYI: Advent Bible Study “The Purpose of Christmas” with Rick Warren
Wednesday, December 14, at 10:00 am via Zoom
Session Three: Christmas is a Time for Reconciliation
Upcoming Sunday Service Info:
December 18: Fourth Sunday of Advent (Joy)
December 24: Christmas Eve at 7:00 pm
December 25: No Christmas Day Service
This Sunday, we will continue the Advent sermon series “Christmas Songs” and have Advent Communion in our worship service. As announced before, packaged communion cups with wafers and grape juice will be provided for those who attend the in-person gathering. Please prepare your divine elements for those who virtually observe the Lord’s Supper at your place.
As also shared before, the Community Carol Sing event will be held at Fenelon Falls United Church tomorrow at 3:00 pm. Barbara Dune-Prosser has prepared to perform Christmas music on behalf of our church; however, she will be able to do it due to her Covid related symptoms. Please pray for her to have a full and speedy recovery.
With these notes, I invite you to join us in the second Advent assembly – Peace – at St. Andrew’s on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at 10:00 am. This sacred gathering will also be broadcasted online. The Zoom link below will open at 9:45 am. Before the service, the announcement slides will be presented to the congregation at the sanctuary and on Zoom.
FYI: Advent Bible Study “The Purpose of Christmas” with Rick Warren
Wednesday, December 7, at 10:00 am via Zoom
Session One: Christmas is a Time for Salvation
Upcoming Sunday Service Info:
December 11: Third Sunday of Advent (Joy) – Rev. Ron Wallace
December 18: Fourth Sunday of Advent (Love)
December 24: Christmas Eve at 7:00 pm
December 25: No Christmas Day Service
“And Mary said: My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior” (Luke 1:46-47).
This Sunday, we will launch an Advent sermon series titled “Christmas Songs” in our worship service. Christmas is a time for music! Christmas and carols go together. The word “carol” means a song of praise and joy. Melodies used to be written for and sung during all four seasons. But singing them at Christmas only has traditionally survived. In the next four Sundays, we will look at the first and second chapters of Luke’s Gospel and explore the first four Christmas carols sung by Zechariah, Mary, a group of Angels, and Simeon. Each anthem has been known by its opening Latin words: Benedictus, Magnificat, Gloria, and Nunc dimittis.
Next Sunday, a Community Carol Sing organized by Fenelon Falls Association of Churches will also be held at Fenelon Falls United Church. Barbara Dune-Prosser will present Christmas music on behalf of our church. Her high school friend, Barb Vant Erve, will accompany her. On top of her presentation, Barbara has been involved in a unique project, “Anne Langton: An Anglican Church Woman in Fenelon Falls.” This historically remarkable exhibition can be viewed at the following link: https://www.communitystories.ca/v2/anne-langton-anglican-church_l-eglise-d-angleterre/
The beautiful Christmas decorations have recently been set up at St. Andrew’s sanctuary by Wilma and Soon Hwa under the guidance of Stan. You will enjoy the Christmas message through this visual method.
With these notes, I invite you to join us in the first Advent service – Hope – at St. Andrew’s on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at 10:00 am. This divine gathering will also be broadcasted online. A virtual fellowship through Zoom will take place for those interested after the service. The Zoom link below will open at 9:45 am. Before the service, the announcement slides will be presented to the congregation at the sanctuary and on Zoom.
FYI 1: Mission Awareness Sunday Message “Empowered by the Holy Spirit” by Barb Silver can be viewed on YouTube once you click on the link below.
FYI 2: More sermons and events can be watched on our church’s YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@SaintAndrewsFF
FYI 3: Advent Bible Study “The Purpose of Christmas” with Rick Warren
Wednesday, November 30, at 10:00 am via Zoom
Session One: Christmas is a Time for Celebration
FYI 4: “Journey to Christmas Advent Devotional” – “This booklet includes prayers, reflections and activities for each week of Advent to help families and individuals prepare for Christmas” (Excerpted from Advent Resources in the PCC).
Upcoming Sunday Service Info:
December 4: Communion and Second Sunday in Advent (Peace)
December 4: Christmas Carol Singing at Fenelon Falls United Church at 3:00 pm December 11: Third Sunday of Advent (Joy) – Rev. Ron Wallace
December 18: Fourth Sunday of Advent (Love)
December 24: Christmas Eve at 7:00 pm
“Praise the Lord, the God of Israel, because he has visited and redeemed his people” (Luke 1:68).
Advent Bible Study “The Purpose of Christmas” Via Zoom
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.
Date: Wednesdays, November 30 – December 14, 2022
“The Purpose of Christmas DVD study for groups and families features three sessions taught by Rick Warren on why we celebrate Christmas and how it can change our lives forever. At the very first Christmas, the birth of Jesus, an angel announced three things. In those three statements of the angel, we find the three purposes of Christmas.”
(Excerpt from Saddleback Resources)
Session 1: Christmas is a time for celebration
Session 2: Christmas is a time for salvation
Session 3: Christmas is a time for reconciliation.
Please feel free to attend whenever possible. An electronic copy of the study guide is available via email before each week’s study date. Please let Caleb know if you need more info. You can reach him at 705 341 8827 or caleb67kim@gmail.com.
We will celebrate a Mission Awareness Sunday led by our Church Ladies this Sunday. Barb Silver will be our speaker tomorrow. Lizz and Donna, thank you for organizing this service! With this note, I invite you to join us in a hybrid worship service at St. Andrew’s on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. This religious gathering will also be broadcasted online. The Zoom link below will open at 9:45 a.m. Before the service, the announcement slides will be presented to the congregation at the sanctuary and on Zoom.
FYI 1: Presbyterians Sharing Sunday Message “Unity in Knowledge and Love” by Dan Schley can be viewed on YouTube once you click the link below.
FYI 2: Advent Bible Study “The Purpose of Christmas” by Rick Warren will be held via Zoom on the following three Wednesday mornings (10 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.): November 30, Dec. 7, and 14, 2022. More details can be found attached to this link.
Upcoming Sunday Service Info:
November 27: First Sunday in Advent
December 4: Communion and Second Sunday in Advent
December 4: Christmas Carol Singing at Fenelon Falls United Church at 3:00 p.m. organized by Fenelon Falls Association of Churches
