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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
I invite you to take note of the repeated word ‘alone’ in the Psalmist’s prayer. For God alone my soul waits in silence, for my hope is from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress; I shall not be shaken. (Psalm 62:5-6) The fundamental theme, ‘God—the only hope’, is repeated as counsel for his own soul; as a pleading testimony before God. It is a great comfort that God alone is our only hope, and trust, and expectation. When we find him, we seek no further. He is all sufficient. The more he is tried, the more he is found to be the very friend we need. Prayer lifts burdens—to cast your care on him relieves anxiety.
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. This Sunday we will be celebrating the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
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 Jonah 3:1-5, 10, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31 and Mark 1:14-20. You can also find a daily scripture message at the top of our website.
NOMINATIONS FOR THE
PASTORAL SEARCH COMMITTEE
Just a reminder that if you would like to be a nominee, would like to nominate another member of the congregation, or would like more information on the Pastoral Search Committee, please contact one of Randy Holmes, Doug Stirling or Scott Wetmore soon.
The nominations close on Sunday, January 28, after which your Council will select the members of the Committee.
BOOK CLUB
Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 10:00 am
The first meeting of 2024 will be Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at 10:00 am. The book for January is “The Violin Conspiracy” by Brendon Slocomb. This meeting will be held via zoom technology. Should you require any further information, please contact Carole Beam at carolebeam@gmail.com.
2nd ANNUAL VALENTINE’S DINNER
Tuesday, February 13, 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 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)
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….
January 21st 2024
LAY WORSHIP LEADER: Lindsay Duffield
MUSIC: Sarah Wyse
POWER POINT: Henry Wong
GREETER: Cynthia Yee
WORSHIP HOST: Cynthia Yee
COFFEE HOUR: Small Group Executive
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird
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