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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
And Jesus was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. (Mark 9:2-4) Features of the story of Jesus’ transfiguration pushes the boundaries of credulity for many people. Peter’s suggestion of building 3 dwellings—one each for Elijah, Moses, and Jesus—indicates that he did not regard Elijah and Moses as merely figures in a vision. The story the Bible tells asserts that there is much more to this world than that which the eyes can see. The scriptures insist that the world we inhabit is part of a reality that is much deeper than that which our physical senses can detect. Every prayer we offer is an action of inhabiting this deeper reality.
SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP 10:00 A.M.
Central United Church welcomes you to join our Worship Service Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. In worship we proclaim our faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour; God’s word is read and preached, sacraments celebrated, faith sung and prayers offered.
Sunday services are also livestreamed (and recorded) through the Church website or you can join here. A copy of the bulletin for this Sunday’s Service is attached here.
This Sunday’s Scripture readings are 2 Kings 2:1-12, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 and Mark 9:2-9. You can also find a daily scripture message at the top of our website.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Sunday, February 11th at 11:30 am
Our Annual General Meeting will be held in the sanctuary on Sunday, Feb. 11th at 11:30 am following a short break after Sunday’s Worship Service during which a light lunch will be served. To access a copy of the Annual Report click here.
2nd ANNUAL VALENTINE’S DINNER
Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 at 6:30 pm
You, your neighbour, family or friend are invited to an evening of fellowship and Valentine’s dinner (3 course meal $49.00 plus tax and tip) on Tuesday, February 13th at 6:30 pm at Milestones restaurant, located at 169 Enterprise Blvd. in Unionville. We would love to have you join us.
If interested in attending, please contact Dennis or Gail Seeley by February 1st. They can be reached at the following:
dennisseeley@hotmail.com or #905-642-3632 / #416-826-1751 (D) / #905-407-2814 (G)
UCW MEETING
Tuesday, Feb. 13th at 1:00 pm
Tuesday, February 13th at 1pm the UCW welcomes Anne Embleton to speak to us. Anne is a now retired nurse who has had a variety of specialties and roles including intensive care, burns, and surgery. For the last 34 years prior to retirement, she spent 34 years working in the cancer care at Princess Margaret and latterly as a nurse educator. Anne has also worked in a number of countries including England, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. For the last 5 years, Anne has volunteered with a local organization travelling to northern Ghana with a multi-disciplinary team to provide care to the local population and help with the opening of their first hospital. We invite you to come and hear Anne’s story of helping others.
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
Wednesday, Feb. 14th at 11:00 am
Come and join us for a chat in the Friendship Room on Wed. Feb. 14th at 11:00 am. Our purpose is to provide a place to connect with others and an opportunity for friendship and fellowship.
If you’d like more information or have any questions, please feel free to contact John Frotten at jfrotten@rogers.com.
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
Wednesday, February 14th at 7:30 pm
Our Ash Wednesday Service will be held on Wed. Feb. 14th at 7:30 pm. This special service is offered to help prepare you for our Lenten journey to Easter and will include the Sacrament of Communion and Imposition of Ashes.
LENTEN BIBLE STUDY
“I Believe” – A study of the Apostles’ Creed
Our 2024 Lenten Bible Study will examine the claims contained in the Apostles’ Creed—what they mean and why they matter. Rev. Dr. James Clubine will lead us in a study taking a closer look at the Biblical grounding of what we confess. The study will be held on consecutive Tuesdays beginning on February 20, 2024 through to March 19, 2024. The session will begin with a light meal at 6:00 P.M. and the study beginning shortly after 7:00 P.M. to 830 P.M. Please click here to sign up.
FIRST AID and CPR/AED COURSE
Saturday, March 2, 2024 at 9:30 am
Central United Church will be holding a Red Cross Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED course at 9:30 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday, March 2nd in the Main Hall. The cost of the course is $95.00 and lunch is included. For more information please contact Sharon Gayman Laird at 647-222-0915.
WEEKLY PRAYER MEETING &
TIME OF FELLOWSHIP
You are welcome to join the Thursday prayer meeting tonight at 7:00 PM for a time of prayer and fellowship. The meeting is held using Zoom technology.
Here are the details for those who wish to participate:
Access to Join from your PC, Tablet or Smartphone:
Copy this address into your web browser https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8925458525 or click here
Quick access by phone:
1. Call: 647 374-4685
2. When prompted press: 892 545 8525 #
3. Then when prompted again press: # to enter the call
PASTORAL CARE
Should you become aware of any illness, bereavement, hospitalization, etc., among people of our church, please notify the church office as soon as possible.
If you would like a pastoral visit, please contact Rev. Clubine at the church office 905.474.0183 or mobile office 416.358.4924 or by email jclubine@centralunitedchurch.com.
STAY CONNECTED…..
We want to help you stay connected so if you happen to be wondering “who’s doing what” in terms of duties, the list for this week is below….
February 11th 2024
LAY WORSHIP LEADER: Doug Stirling
MUSIC: Sarah Wyse
POWER POINT: Alan Heighway
GREETER: Cynthia Yee
WORSHIP HOST: Cynthia Yee
COFFEE HOUR: A & P
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird
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