THE BUC
BULLETIN BOARD
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The
Season of Lent
Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday,
February 17th 7:00pm
Maundy Thursday Service
Thursday, April
1st 7:00pm
Good Friday Service
Friday, April
2nd 11:00am
Easter Sunrise Service
Sunday, April 4th
7:00am
Easter Sunday Service
Sunday, April
4th 10:00am
Please
note all services will be at Beaconsfield United Church except the
April 4 Sunrise service which will be held
at Windmill Pointe, Pointe-Claire.
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Easter
Flowers
Part
of our stewardship at BUC is the annual Easter flower display.
The plants which decorate our chancel on this joyous occasion
are then given to those who grieve, who are ill, or who
just need to know someone cares.
If you would like to participate, please leave your contribution
in the office or with Chona Coleman (514)
697-7227
by Sunday
March 28th
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Meeting this deadline also ensures your dedication
will be printed in the Easter Sunday Order of Service.
Please include your name(s) and the names(s) of
anyone you would like to remember.
Receipts will be
given for contributions.
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Haiti Relief Fund
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WOW!
Together
we have raised
over $10,000 for Haiti Relief.
Thank you to everyone who attended
the dinner or
made a donation in their absence.
Thank you to everyone who
helped - all 41 of you!
We have made a wonderful beginning to the efforts
that will continue to be needed for Haiti.
Your support, your effort and your work brings Hope.
PLEASE
NOTE...
DONATIONS
ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED.
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For photos of the
dinner click here
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Lectionary
readings
For the complete
Lectionary readings by season
or by year please
log on here.
All
readings are from the New
Revised
Standard Bible.
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Stages of
The Journey
The Affirming Committee invites you to participate
in a workshop
following worship on
Sunday, March 21st
to look at Homophobia:
The stages; the affect; the reality.
(Lunch/Daycare will be provided)
Why
Does this Matter to Me?
Many Christian denominations in Canada, the US,
and throughout the world have a history of actively denouncing
homosexuality and pronouncing same sex relationships as a sin.
Today, many Christian churches continue these actions. In fact,
many people throughout the world associate Christian churches
as a space where homophobia is tolerated, even celebrated.
Lesbian, Gay Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning (LGBTQ)
people have developed attitudes of fear, resentment, and f
rustration with church life generally, as they do not feel welcome.
As a Christian community it is not enough to assume
that because “we” are OK with homosexuality that this will
be
transparent to others within and outside of our community.
The Affirming Committee is
about actively reflecting on what
we do believe and to ensure that what we believe in regards
to the rights and inclusion of the LGBTQ community
is accurately reflected in how we practice our faith,
how we worship, and what messages
we transmit to the outside world.
Members of a Christian community cannot sit by silently
and assume people will recognize our openness and tolerance
(if that is what we believe) because too many
other voices loudly renounce this inclusion.
So, what does the Affirming Committee
have to do with you?
This is your opportunity to actively reflect on what being
a Christian means to you, and how you would like to ensure
that message is transmitted clearly and openly to others.
Questions? Please
speak with a member of the Committee:
Emily Frank, Robin
Little, Cindy Casey, Jenn Owers, Lysanne Bullen, Janis Morrow, Kathy
Fairbairn, Roger Snelling or Evelyn Walker.
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 The Annual
Congreational meeting
will be held on
Sunday,
March 14 after Worship.
Please try to attend.
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Meeting of the
Official Board
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 Meeting
Sunday, March 28
after Worship
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 Confirmation
Class
to begin the week of
April 12 with
Confirmation taking place
Pentecost Sunday, May 23.
If your child is interested in Confirmation
this year please
speak with Shaun Fryday
or Cindy Casey for further details.
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Moms &Tots
(ages 4 and under) who would like to meet some other moms
while giving your young children an opportunity
to play with youngsters their age?
Well,
if so, we have a
place for you!
Each Tuesday morning from 10:00am - noon,
BUC will host a Moms & Tots
group in our Nursery.
Invite your friends and neighbours - you do not have to be
a member of BUC to join, and there is no registration fee.
For further details please call Kate
Labelle (514)
783-1555
or Dawn
Briand (514) 887-4432.
As well, details may be found at www.kidscoop.com
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 Sound
System
Campaign
For many years and from many different pew locations there have been
repeated concerns
and complaints over our Sound System including its inability
to link it with newer technology for presentations, concerts,
events (such as Philippine Delegation, Montreal & Ottawa Conference
Ordination Service), weddings, funerals and memorial services,
as well as our regular Sunday morning worship.
A number of groups, individuals and committees have considered
this issue so that all the different voices may be heard:
voices of children and adults, speakers and singers,
worship leaders and puppet show animators.
Additionally, last year alone we spent $532.76 having the
system readjusted on four different occasions in order for it to
work
to the best of its ability - occasionally not working at all!
We are pleased to announce that the Official Board has
approved a project for a new system provided
the funds are raised in advance of its installation.
As this is not part of our regular budget,
we are asking everyone
to consider how they may best be able
to support this project
financially.
Donations large or small, immediate or post-dated,
by cheque or cash, in memory of or just because of,
will all be gratefully received.
Additionally, if you have a fundraising idea for this
particular project, please let us know.
All donations will be
added to your 2010 tax receipt.
We gratefully acknowledge
the donations of:
Ed Goralcyzk; Evelyn
& Lorne Walker; Barbara Tate;
Betty Frechette; Beryl Ball; Maryse Barbeau; Wallace Beardsell;
Irma Coffin; & Dave & Rosemary Shurtleff who have helped
us raise $2,700.00 to date!!
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Haiti Relief
Fundraising Dinner
Click here for some fun and some
fuzzy photos
of a very successful
evening.
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Looney Club Christmas
Party |
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BUC Choir Christmas Party
For photos of our
annual get-together
chez the
Yeudalls
click here
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 Christmas
Children's Pageant
Fuzzy fotos but
fun
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Breaking Barriers
in the Church - The Conversation Continues
On Friday, April 30th
the West Island Community Resource Centre will be hosting
a networking luncheon at the Karnak Temple to discuss
“Developing
Tolerance & Acceptance”.
If you would like to attend this luncheon please speak with
Cindy Casey or a member of the Affirming Committee to
register.
Cost is $20.00 per person.
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News from the UCW
Would you like to know more about
the UCW (United Church Women) in the
United Church of
Canada?
Click here
for
the
UCW Mission Statement, etc.
and other information about the
Women's Ministries Network .
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 UCW Penny Fund
We continue to collect pennies (nickels,
dimes, quarters, looonies, toonies most welcome) for St. Columba
House.
The container is located in the gallery.
This is an important community project
and we need your support.
If you
leave a container or bag of change,
please include your name
so a tax receipt may be issued.
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Naomi’s Daughters
We have launched a new venture for all
women
of the congregation usually held on the
third
Tuesday of each month
This gathering is
designed to explore our spiritual lives and
share the stories of our faith, wisdom and generations.
We will use worship, Bible study and personal experience
to engage our hearts and minds in discovering new ways
that women can work, worship and be together
as women of the church, as Naomi’s Daughters.
We meetingt 12:00 noon.
A light lunch is served followed by our program.
The study is led by Reverend Shaun Fryday.
If you have further questions or wish to attend
please speak with Shaun.
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 Beaconsfield
United Church
Youth Group
Calling
all High School Aged Teens to
come out for Friday Night
Youth Group.
We meet in Room 3 from 7:00 - 9:00pm.
Please use the Back Entrance.
Bring your friends. All are Welcome!
For any questions, please email me:
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 The
Family Life Centre
is an
outreach
ministry
supported by BUC
and eight other West Island churches which provides
West Island families with counselling
for individuals, couples and families.
Asd it a
voicemail service, trained volunteers respond
from home to phone messages, offering referrals to
community resources or arranging short term counselling.
To volunteer or seek help, please contact
familylifecentre@gmail.com or
or call or call (514) 630-7794 and
leave a message.
Trained
counsellors, able to donate pro
bono hours,
are always appreciated.
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 Music
Chez Nous
Sing!
Sing! Sing!
WE NEED
YOU.
YES YOU!!!! 
You know who you are…
you’re the person who loves to sing
but you’re just not sure if you really
could be part of a
choir.
Well, we’re here to tell
you you are exactly who
we are hoping will join with us.
Even if your schedule only allows you
to sing occasionally we would love to hear from you.
Please speak with Melanie Cancade for
more information.
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Wanted !!!
Coffee Hour
We
are always in search of weekly volunteers to host Coffee Hour.
This involves arriving at
9:30am,
preparing the coffee, tea and juice; setting it up in the main hall and
then cleaning up afterwards .
We would appreciate you
signing up for a week
of your choice on the poster just outside the kitchen.
If you are new to this
task, please speak with
the Coordinators Laurie
Kirkpatrick and Pam Holcroft
or to
Cindy Casey
for details.
We thank you for your assistance with this
important opportunity for our community to gather.
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Sunday School
Teachers
Needed
to follow curriculum and beautiful space -
all we need is you to
volunteer as
a teacher in our Sunday School.
We team teach so don’t let a busy
work or travel schedule keep you from helping out.
Please speak with Sherry
English or
Cindy Casey
during the Coffee Hourto learn more about it..
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The Observer is a monthly
magazine published
by the United Church of Canada.
It is a wonderful way to stay connected to the
wider church community and staying informed of what our church
is doing across the country and around the world.
If you would like to subscribe or renew your subscription
please speak with either Carol Johns or Cindy Casey
after worship
or call the church office. Cost is $20.00 per year.
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 The
MONTH of MARCH
We invite you to come and discover France’s Burgundy
and Champagne regions through the eyes of
Rita De Ruysscher,
long time Beaconsfield resident, watercolour artist,
and member of the Beaconsfield Artists’ Association.
Her works will be displayed until the end of March, with an
artist’s reception on Friday,
March 12th, from 7PM to 9PM.
Rita is pleased to share with you her depictions of two
of her favourite regions of France, showcasing some of their
architecture, landscapes and main activity, wine production.
This exhibit features 15 of her works.
Even though she is a translator by profession,
Rita has always loved art, and decided to pursue
her love of drawing and painting.
Some of her landscapes are rendered in soft,
subdued colours to translate a feeling of calm and peace,
while her floral and leaf subjects are rendered in more vibrant
and strong colours, to depict nature’s life force.
She invites you to
come and meet her at the Gallery
on March
12th, from 7PM to
9PM.
Gallery hours are: Mon-Thurs
9am-3pm;
Sundays 11am-1pm
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Are you an artist or do
you know of someone
who would like to exhibit in our Gallery?
Please contact Linda Barry through the
Church office
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Fun
Fotos from BUC
Click on the links below to see photos of
people and activities in our church
community.
Children's Christmas pageant click
here
Choir Christmas
party (2009) click here
Looney Club Christmas breakfast (2009) click here
Here are others you may
have missed.........
Cupid pays a call at
BUC 2008 click
here
Visit
of Moderator / Dedication of first banner click
here
Some of these photos
are quite
high resolution and may take
a bit of
time to download.
Remember....patience
is a virtue!!
If you have taken any photos
recently which
involve the BUC community,
please hand them in at the office or give them to
Murray McAuslane
and we'll
post them on our website.
All photos will be returned to
their
owners .
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 100
Years Old!
In 2010 Girl
Guides of Canada
will be
100 years old.
On May 15th, 2010,
special events are going to
be held across Canada.
If you were a former Guide and/or Guider and
would like an invitation to the Quebec celebration,
please speak to Beryl
Ball (514) 695-7033.
Thinking
Day
Monday, February 22nd is Thinking Day,
the joint birthday of Lord and Lady Baden Powell.
For those of you who were Guides, perhaps you could t
ake a few minutes to remember the more than 260 million girls
and women who have had their lives influenced by
Guiding.
Later in the spring Shaun is planning to have a special service to
celebrate the many years that Guiding Groups have been associated with
Beaconsfield United Church.
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Breaking
barriers
in
the Church... the conversation continues
In 1984 the United Church
of Canada affirmed
our acceptance of all human beings as persons made
in the image of God, regardless of their sexual
orientation.
The Affirming
Committee of Beaconsfield United
Church
has been meeting to consider ways in which
we can become
an
inclusive and welcoming
community of Faith through the Affirming
Process.
We are actively seeking
members of the Gay, Lesbian,
Bisexual and Transgendered community,
and their families, to speak with us to help us
proceed with our work of becoming truly welcoming.
If
you have any questions please speak with a member
of
the Affirming Committee: Robin Little, Emily Frank,
Evelyn
Walker, Roger Snelling, Janis Morrow or Cindy Casey.
We
would be happy to answer your questions.
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Would you like to help fight......
World
iliterarcy? Breast cancer?
World hunger?
Would you also like to
support....
Child health
welfare?
Animal rescue? The Rainforests?
You can do this completely FREE of charge
and what's more,
you can make these no-cost donations on a daily
basis !!!
Click here for details.
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 Community
Service Hours
For those students whose
curriculum
has a Community Service component
and would like to commit some
of these hours to the church,
please contact Cindy Casey
after worship, through the church office (514) 695-0600
or by email at bu1@bellnet.ca
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Drivers Needed
who would be willing to deliver food
and other items we collect to St Columba House
which is located in Point St. Charles.
There is always someone there to help you unload
your car and of course, our Property Manager Tim Burke
is available to help load the car at our end.
Generally we need to make a trip once a month and with a
number a drivers we would not need to call on you too
often.
So, if this is something you would consider,
please speak with Cindy Casey after worship or throughout t
he week by calling the church office.
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YouTube...
the United Church
...and You
Have you ever checked out YouTube
for United Church videos and info?
It's the place for sharing messages from
The United Church of Canada Moderator,
events,
outreach programs, and more!
Just click on the link below and then follow the related
links.
Happy viewing!
Click
here for
YouTube
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Hillcrest
Preschool
Hillcrest Preschool, located in
the lower area
of our church, is now registering children
for the 2009- 2010 school year.
The bilingual program, taught by two qualified teachers,
runs four days a week, from Monday through Thursday,
and offers a three year old program in the mornings
and a four year old program in the afternoon.
If you would like information , or would like to arrange a visit,
please call (514) 697- 4860).
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Tutoring Available
Help completing homework?
or help with organization and study skills?
Bachelor of Education student at McGill is interested in helping
students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 in all subjects!
Hours and price to be determined upon request
For more information please contact Debbie
at (514)426-0150
or debra.johns@mail.mcgill.ca
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Concordia
students...
Looking
for Community?
Looking for Concordia
students connected to
the Anglican, United and
Presbyterian churches
to build community,
have interesting discussions,
get involved in social
justice issues and other projects.
24/7 Faith
Refugees, the Global
Economy, Foreign Affairs...
What is a faith-filled
Christian response?
A faith discussion group
for members of the Concordia community
Please bring: curiosity, an open mind, your questions!
Mondays
12 noon – 1:30 pm
Concordia Multi-faith
Chaplaincy
Annex Z (2090 Mackay),
Room 02,
For more info, contact Ellie Hummel or
stop by Concordia Multi-faith
Chaplaincy.
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Have you discovered the Wondercafé yet ?
No. What is it?
It's
an exciting venture by the United Church of Canada.
It
is the home of open-minded
discussion and exploration
of spiritual topics, moral issues and life's big questions.
You'll
find lots to talk about in the Discussion Lounge,
and you'll get
your
very own Profile
Page for telling
others a little about yourself,
starting
a blog, or sending and receiving wondermails.
So
pull up a chair join up and join in.
Click
here
New updated
and improved website
launched recently
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Pauses for Thought  Happy moments : Thank God
Difficult moments: Seek God
Quiet moments: Sense God
Painful moments: Trust God
Every moment:
Worship God
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Aspire to inspire
before you
expire
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Justice ----- When you get
what you deserve
Mercy ----- When you don't
get what you deserve
Grace ----- When you get
what you don't deserve
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'Yester
''Yesterday is a memory, tomorrow is a
mystery
and today is a gift,
which is why it is called the present'
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 Looking for
some great
The BUC website has a
section devoted to warm,
inspirational and fascinating human interest stories.
Why not take a moment to browse through these true stories
to renew your faith in human nature
while getting that warm, fuzzy feeling!
Just click here.....
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 Chancel Committee
The
Chancel committee is the group responsible
for the artistic and seasonal decorations
and care of the sanctuary.
If you would like to become involved
in these exciting projects
and assist in the
work of the community please speak with
Chona
Coleman, 514-697-7227
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 Are
you Christmas
Shopping this year?
Whether it be for clothes or toys, candy or wine, movies
or books, or practical items such as groceries and gas
remember to think FUNDSCRIP.
We have cards for all your favourite places
so don’t forget to fill out your form today and
leave it with Cindy after service.
The Fundscrip program is an easy and convenient way
to contribute to BUC at no additional cost to you.
You simply purchase certificates in preset denominations
for the retailer(s) you frequent.
Everything from Aspirins to Groceries to Home Decor and more.
Then, with every purchase you make, a percentage
is donated to BUC directly from the retailer.
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Attention
Shutterbugs!
We are looking for volunteer photographers
to take expert snaps of church events.
Whether you are a professional or an enthusiastic amateur, we
would love to have you on our call list.
Photo credits provided.
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Music
Program at BUC
Melanie Cancade, our Music
Director, has some
exciting new plans for our Music Program
here at Beaconsfield United Church.
If you would like to sing (occasionally or regularly)
or play an instrument please take a moment to
introduce yourself to Melanie after church.
Look to our Announcement Sheet each week as Melanie keeps
us up to date on new plans and opportunities
Regular choir practices are on Thursdays at 7:30pm
Everyone is welcome. No auditions
necessary.
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St. Columba Food
Basket
Just
a reminder we continue to collect dried and
canned foods for
St. Columba House.
Special
treats for the various holiday seasons
are always
appreciated.
Just
leave your donations in the Main Hall
in the
shopping cart.
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NameTags
in the Main Hall, by the door, after the Coffee Hour.
If you need a new name tag,
please note it
on the paper on the large table in the Gallery.
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 Memorial Flowers
their support to those of you who would like
to place flowers in the church in memory of a loved one
or in celebration of a special occasion.
Please speak to Chona Coleman
Chancel Committee Chair .
If you wish to have this noted in our Order of Service
you need to speak to Chona or Cindy at least one week in
advance.
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Offerings
are important
to the health of BUC...
why not offer your time?
"I am only one; but still I am one.
I cannot do everything,
but still I can do
something.
I will not refuse to do the something
I can do."
-- Helen
Keller
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Social Justice News
United
Action for Justice
Read the latest newsletter
from
The United Church of Canada.
November 2009 issue Urgent action request!!!!
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On-line
Petitions
Would you like to
have your say
on bringing about change?
Check out this web site which has links
to active petitions in 75 countries.
Sign petitions on-line to have your
sayand make a difference!
Click
here
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Montreal City Mission
For
information about the programmes and activities of this
United Church community outreach centre just log on here |
Green
Church Project
A website on how to become environmentally
friendly
in your ministry.Check out the website www.greenchurchproject.org
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BUC
Social Justice links
Are you concerned about the many issues
facing
our society and our world today?
Would you like to
know more about what is going on
and how you might possibly get involved?
Check the
BUC Social Justice page
for more information by
clicking here.
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 Intercessory Prayer
Praying
for others
The Prayer Chain at Beaconsfield United Church continues
to provide prayerful support and care to our community.
If you have a concern you would like the Prayer Chain to include
or if you would like to become part of our Prayer Chain Team
please call Beryl Ball (514)
695-7033.
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Ship of Fools
Find out what "Mystery Worshippers"
think of services
at various congregations in Canada.
This web site has up-to-date religious news,
humorous signs and blunders, and reports by incognito visitors
about the various aspects of worship
encountered by them in various churches throughout the world.
It's both entertaining and revealing.
Log on here for their Canadian section
or for their home page
with complete contents.
This site also has some weird and rather nutty reports
on what fringe Christian groups are doing and saying.
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 What does the
United Church stand for?
Have you ever thought about what we in
the United Church of Canada believe?
What are our articles of
faith?
How many sacraments do we
observe?
What was the basis of union with the other
reform churches in Canada in 1925?
Click on the link below to read our Articles of Faith.
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 Seniors for Seniors
This program which has been designed
as a stimulating,
fun and interesting way to encourage seniors
to
become
involved with other seniors who
are experiencing life changes such
as
diminished physical, social or mental capacity.
Activities will include socialization, creative arts,
hobbies and
a hot lunch.
If you or someone you know would benefit from this program
please speak to Shaun
Fryday or Carolyn
Blair.
In addition if you feel you would like to be a
‘helping senior’ by either volunteering at the program
or by preparing lunch (ie; shepherd’s pie, etc), baking cookies,
etc. please contact
Cindy
Casey or
Shelley
Goulet.
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Looney
Breakfasts
Yes,
the Looney Club Breakfasts
offer you fun, food and fellowship
for only $3
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We usually meet every
Thursday at 9:00am.
Everyone
from
the community at large is
welcome.
For
further info please call .....
Ed
& Audrey Lepine (514-630-1566) or
Lloyd
& Lynda Jean Coffin (514-694-8214)
Hope
to
see you there!
Why not bring along
a friend or neighbour?
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 The Shoppe
Our New to You clothing shop is the place to pick
up stylish clothes for you and your family at very low prices..
Stop by and see our fall/winter selection of quality
second-hand clothing while enjoying the
pleasant company of our Shoppe volunteers.
Be sure to tell your friends and neighbours!
Normal
Shoppe
hours are every
Thursday
from
9:00am - 1:30pm.
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Gloomy
day?
Need a laugh?
Why
not log onto our own BUC laugh site
and chase those
blues away!
Church
Chuckles
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 The
Trading Post
PIANO FOR SALE
Apartment-sized
piano for sale, like new.
Recently tuned. $795 or nearest offer.
Please phone Liz McAuslane (514)-695-9157
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(your ad here at no cost!)
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Church chuckles
Something to think about 
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Mission & Service 
