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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
Our guest minister this Sunday is the Reverend Dr. Andrew Stirling. Rev. Stirling is the Ambassador for the Canadian Bible Society. Prior to that appointment in 2022, he served as the Senior Minister of the historic Timothy Eaton Memorial United Church in Toronto from 1998 to 2021 and before that at Parkdale United Church, Ottawa and Woodlawn United in Dartmouth, N.S. Born in the UK, he received his education in England, Bermuda, Canada, and South Africa. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Comparative African Government and Law from the University of Cape Town (South Africa), a Master of Divinity from the Atlantic School of Theology (Halifax, Nova Scotia) and a Doctor of Ministry in preaching from Acadia Divinity College (Wolfville, Nova Scotia).
In 2008 Wycliffe College (Toronto), recognized his contribution to preaching with an honorary Doctor of Divinity. In 2016 Dr. Stirling was appointed a Lifetime Fellow of Acadia Divinity College (Wolfville) and an Endowment in Preaching was named in his honour. In 2020 Emmanuel College (Toronto), established a preaching award in his name. He has been a Visiting Scholar at Harvard Divinity College and an Academic Visitor at Regent’s Park College, Oxford. He has written over 65 articles and essays and has edited and written 3 books and has preached on 4 continents.
For fun, for the past 17 years, he has been an Indycar and Formula 1 Chaplain. Along with his wife Marial, he likes playing with his black Labrador Retriever, Oban, and is fanatical about Manchester United F.C.
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….
June 28th 2026
LAY WORSHIP HOST: Ron Wyse
SCRIPTURE READER: Felicity Monaco
MUSIC: Sarah Wyse
POWER POINT: Alan Heighway
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird
LEMONADE ON THE LAWN: Winston & Sharon Roberts
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 Genesis 50:15-21, John 15:15-21 and Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18. You can also find a daily scripture message at the top of our website.
COFFEE & CONVERSATION
Wednesday, July 1st at 10:00 am
Come and join us for a chat in the Friendship Room on Wed. July 1st at 10:00 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.
Children’s Church
Sundays, July 12th – August 30th
Beginning Sunday, July 12th, children will enjoy a fun and engaging summer program called Island in the Son during the service. Through Bible stories, music, games, crafts, and exciting beach-themed activities, kids will discover the warmth of God’s love.
Designed for children from JK to Grade 5, this joyful Sunday program at 10:00 am helps children grow in faith, friendship, and love while exploring the message of 1 Corinthians 13 in a safe and welcoming environment.
If your family is new to Central, please register for the program here. Parental consent is required.
5K Run/Walk for Lynn
Saturday, July 18th 8:00am
Join us for our very first 5K run/walk on Saturday, July 18, in support of groundbreaking research at Sunnybrook’s Brain Sciences Centre aimed at helping eliminate ALS. This special event brings the community together to raise awareness, fund critical research, and move us closer to finding a cure for ALS. Learn more here.
To register for the run/walk, volunteer, or make a donation, please click here.
Should you have any questions (e.g., how to set up your personal fundraising page), please don’t hesitate to email us at
cares@centralunitedchurch.com or speak with Christina.
Let’s join together to show that Central UC cares for those who are sick and suffering!
BOOK CLUB
Thank you to all book club members for coming out & making this season of book club so thoughtful, engaging and enjoyable.
Book Club will resume on September 23rd & new members are always welcome.
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. Diaz at the church office 905-474-0183 or by email ldiaz@centralunitedchurch.com.
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