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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
Our guest minister this Sunday will be Pastor Sean Howard. Sean grew up in Toronto at Knox Presbyterian Church, Spadina. He was greatly influenced by the camp and youth ministries of his church and the camp and campus ministries of InterVarsity. After initially training as a teacher, Sean served as a pastor in the PCC for 22 years before moving recently to join InterVarsity Canada as the campus director for Southern Ontario. He is passionate about walking alongside younger leaders and helping them grow in their faith and leadership. He has been married to Rhoda for 25 years, and they have three young adult children. We look forward to what Pastor Howard has to share as he brings us the message this Sunday.
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 Exodus 3:1-12 and Luke 5:1-11. You can also find a daily scripture message at the top of our website.
AN UPDATE FROM THE FINANCE COMMITTEE
Through April 30th, we are reporting a $7000 YTD shortfall versus our Budget. The good news is that Expenses are under Budget by $12,000; however, Offerings are down $16,000 versus Budget.
Compared to 2023 April YTD, Offerings are down $13,000. It appears that fewer people are donating and at a lower level than last year. We are hoping that this is a timing issue. Regular donations through the year help our cashflow, particularly as we get into the traditionally lower donation months of the summer, while expenses continue. So, it would be great to see what we can do before the end of June to recoup the offering shortfall.
Our approved 2024 Budget included a 6% increase in donations to achieve a balanced operating budget. The Finance Committee encourages you to review your donations YTD. Donations can be made via automatic monthly withdrawals (PAR); Interac e-transfers; Canada Helps, or Cash/Cheque. Details are on our website and on the Donation Cards in the Pews. Contact Sally Sandiford (sally_sandiford@hotmail.com) to sign up for PAR or for information on your YTD givings.
We thank you for your time, talent and financial resources that allow us to fund and execute on our Mission to ”Grow in Christ and help others grow with us.”
ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE
May 26, 2024
The Shopper’s Drug Mart Run for Women will be held this Sunday leading to a number of road closures in our area between 5:30 – 11:30 am. Please click here to see the restrictions so that you can plan your travels accordingly.
UNIONVILLE FESTIVAL
June 1 – 2, 2024
The Unionville Festival will be held on June 1-2 with an expected turnout of over 30,000 visitors. On Saturday, June 1, from 10 am to 3 pm, our church will be offering drinks and hosting children’s activities on the church’s front lawn. The aim is to promote our summer camp and Sunday service. Additionally, should we have enough volunteers, we may open our sanctuary to share the history and stories of our church in Unionville. Please sign up on the bulletin board or contact Christina Ng for more information.
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
SUMMER DAY CAMP AND
YOUTH VOLUNTEERING
Join us for an unforgettable summer experience! Central United Church will be hosting a 1-week Summer Day Camp ‘The Blessed Way 2024’ from July 8th to July 12th for children currently in SK to Grade 5 (or Grade 1-6 in September 2024). For more details and online registration, please click here. Due to limited enrollment, we encourage you to register now.
Junior and senior high school students are welcome to volunteer. If any youths are interested, please apply here.
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….
May 26th 2024
GUEST MINISTER: Pastor Sean Howard
LAY WORSHIP LEADER: Felicity Monaco
MUSIC: Jim Ling
POWER POINT: Henry Wong
GREETERS: Cynthia Yee
WORSHIP HOST: Cynthia Yee
LEMONADE ON THE LAWN: Cynthia Yee & Henry Wong
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird
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