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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
Our guest minister this Sunday is Rev. Dr. Charles Price. Charles Price is Minister at Large with The Peoples Church, Toronto, Canada, where he was Lead Pastor from 2001 to 2016. Originally from England, he grew up in Herefordshire and for many years he was involved in the ministry of Capernwray Hall, a bible school, conference grounds and evangelistic center in North Lancashire.
Whilst at The Peoples Church he had an hour-long television programme, Living Truth, broadcast coast to coast in Canada each week, as well as in more than 70 other countries, in a variety of languages.
He has preached in 110 countries on every continent and is the author of 8 books, some of which have been translated into a variety of languages.
A website and App of video, audio and transcripts of sermons, plus daily devotionals is available at www.charlespriceministry.org.
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 Philippians 1:21-27 and Psalm 118:1-4, 19-26. You can also find a daily scripture message at the top of our website.
WEEKLY PRAYER MEETING
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/81293996881 or click here.
Quick access by phone:
1. Call: 647 374-4685
2. When prompted press: 812 9399 6881 #
3. Then when prompted again press: # to enter the call
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
Don’t forget to turn your clocks back this weekend. We’ll get an extra hour of sleep, but that means less daylight as we head into the colder months. Daylight saving time ends on the first Sunday in November. So on Nov. 2nd at 2 a.m., remember to turn your clocks back.
CENTRAL’S 185TH ANNIVERSARY!
Join us this Sunday, November 2 at 10:00 A.M. as we celebrate 185 years of God’s faithfulness at Central. We are delighted to welcome Rev. Dr. Charles Price as our guest preacher, bringing a message titled “To Me To Live is Christ” from Philippians 1:21–27.
Following the service, we will gather for a time of refreshment and fellowship. This is a special milestone in our church family’s journey, and we would love for you to be part of it. Bring your family and friends as we give thanks together for all that God has done and continues to do through Central!
YARD CLEANUP AT CENTRAL UNITED
Saturday, Nov. 8, 2025
The leaves are starting to fall and snow will soon follow. So get out your rakes on Saturday, Nov. 8th to help with raking the leaves at Central starting at 8:30 am. Hope to see you there!!
HEARING GOD
October 5 – November 16, 2025
The midweek Fall study, Hearing God, is underway! We’re delighted to have over 70 participants signed up for the study.
If you can’t make it in person, our hybrid group on Tuesday nights is always open to welcome you. Click Join Zoom Meeting on Tuesday at 7 p.m.
SOUP LUNCH
Sunday, Nov. 30, 2025
The Christian Education Committee will host a Soup Lunch in the Main Hall on Sunday, November 30th right after worship service. Everyone is welcome to join us as we celebrate the beginning of Advent! (If you can make a crockpot of soup, please sign up at the bulletin board.)
OCTOBER FOOD DRIVE
“Help Families in Need”
The Markham Food Bank serves over 1,000 individuals each month, providing much-needed food supplies to support families’ nutritional needs. This October, we are collecting non-perishable food donations at the church, and every contribution makes a difference. Financial gifts are also welcome—please designate them as “Markham Food Bank.” Thank you for your generous support! This Sunday will be the last day for donations.
SAMARITAN’S PURSE – Christmas Shoebox
The Samaritan’s Purse initiative is in full swing. You can participate by packaging a shoebox yourself or if you’d prefer Samaritan’s Purse to pack a box for you, you can do so with a $44.00 donation, just visit their website here. They also ask for a $12.00 donation per box which is applied towards collection, processing and international shipping.
Shoeboxes, brochures and shopping lists are now available for pick up Sundays after church service or during the week. The church office is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings. The initiative will run for six weeks ending Sunday, November 16th.
Let’s support this great initiative again this year to bring joy to a needy child. What a wonderful way to share Jesus’ love.
MARKHAM PRAYER BREAKFAST
Friday, Nov. 21st 7:00am
Angus Glen Golf Course
The Markham Prayer Breakfast is a time for the community of Markham to gather for Breakfast and pray for our community leaders. The keynote speaker will be Cyndi Wilkins. Cyndi was a successful business manager and new Mom when necrotizing fasciitis (flesh eating disease) entered her life and altered it forever. She woke up 5 weeks later to find her hands and feet had been amputated in an effort to save her life and wondered “why did God allow this to happen to her?
Special music will be provided by vocalist Dawn Caswell, recently retired Music Teacher at MDHS who enjoys singing on the worship team at Springdale Baptist Church. A table has been purchased for our Church, tickets are $45 each. To secure a place at the table, please contact Ruth Duffield at regduffield@gmail.com.
HOW YOUR SUPPORT SUSTAINS
CENTRAL UNITED
💒 PAR (Pre-authorized Remittance)
“For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:21.
If you use automatic withdrawals to pay bills, taxes, or your mortgage, then you already understand the principle behind PAR. It’s a simple, secure way to support Central United Church — ensuring consistent monthly givings, even when you’re away.
PAR helps us plan responsibly and steward our resources well. It also saves on administrative costs and makes giving easier for you.
🙏 Already on PAR? When was the last time you reviewed your monthly amount?
To meet our 2025 budget and continue supporting our staff, facilities, programs and outreach, we’re in need of a 15% increase in local donations.
Jesus often spoke about how our relationship with money reflects our values and priorities. When we share what we have, we participate in God’s work — building a community of care, hope and faith.
If you’d like to begin giving through PAR or adjust your monthly amount, please contact Sally Sandiford at sally_sandiford@hotmail.com.
Thank you for your faithful generosity — it truly makes a difference.
BOOK CLUB
Calling all book lovers – people of all ages! Everyone is invited to join Central United Church’s Book Club every 4th Wednesday of the month from 10-11:30am. We meet both in person & virtually. Good company, great books, compelling conversation & yummy treats!
Upcoming: Wednesday, November 26th – How to Share an Egg by Bonnie Reichert!
Kindly message Helen at gratsos2002@yahoo.ca for details!
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.
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….
November 2nd 2025
SCRIPTURE READER: Doug Stirling
MUSIC: Sarah Wyse
POWER POINT: Thomas Black
GREETER: Tom Patterson
WORSHIP HOST: Linda Patterson
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird and Pam Scarrow
COFFEE HOUR: “185th Anniversary Celebration”
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