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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
“Holy Week is the most sacred time in the Christian calendar. I know people find it to be a bit of a downer, but it is the time when we can see just how deeply Jesus understands our own trials, challenges and suffering. I don’t think we can truly grasp the full joy of Easter unless we spend this time with Jesus in his suffering.
During Holy Week, the choir will sing a song called “Pray One Hour.” It says,
Will you pray one hour with me,
For I fear what lies ahead.
I know that God will be with me,
But I need my friends nearby.
It reflects the story of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, asking his disciples to stay awake and pray with him, but it’s also our invitation, as friends of Jesus, to come and pray with him for just a very short while to honour the sacrifice he made for us.”
Palm Sunday Service, Sunday, April 13th at 10:00 am
Maundy Thursday Service, Thursday, April 17th at 7:00 pm
Good Friday Service, Friday, April 18th at 10:00 am
Easter Sunday Service, Sunday, April 20th at 10:00 am
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 Romans 10:11-17 and Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29. 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
2025 LENTEN PROJECT
Sleeping Children Around the World has been chosen as this years Lenten Project. They provide bed kits to children in need. Each $40 donation consists of a mat or mattress, bedding, mosquito netting, school supplies and clothing. Bed kits are manufactured or purchased by local organizations and individuals who pick the best items for children living in that area. Should you wish to donate, please label your donation to S.C.A.W., thank you.
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, Apr. 23rd – An Ultimate Gift by Jim Stovall!
Kindly message Helen at gratsos2002@yahoo.ca for details!
ALPHA 2025
“Wonder about faith?”
Join us and take part in a series of engaging group conversations that explore the Christian faith in an open and welcoming environment. Each Alpha session features an episode tackling a meaningful question about faith, followed by an opportunity to share your thoughts or simply listen to others. There’s no pressure—just come as you are.
Our Alpha program will be held every Wednesday at 7 PM, from April 23rd to June 25th, with light refreshments provided each week.
Click here to sign up, pray, and invite your friends and neighbors to join this meaningful journey with us.
FAITH & HEALTH – Seasonal Allergies
Tuesday, May 13th at 6:30 pm
Good health is both a blessing and a responsibility. Join us for faith-centered educational health sessions as we explore ways to care for our bodies—temples of the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). Led by licensed family doctors with over a decade of experience, these quarterly sessions provide valuable guidance on wellness and disease prevention to help you live a healthier, God-honoring life. The first session, focused on Seasonal Allergies, will take place on Tuesday, May 13th, at 6:30 PM. RSVP is required—please register here.
SUMMER CAMP 2025: Steadfast Love
August 11 – 15, 2025
Central will be hosting another year of Summer Day Camp in August! This is an incredible way to serve young families with children currently in SK through Grade 5. It also allows preteens and teens from Grade 6 and up to grow their faith, develop new skills, and gain valuable experience as volunteers (leaders-in-training) as they go through a one-week training prior to the camp from August 5-8. Please help spread the word in the community!
For more information and to register as participants, volunteers, or coaches, please register 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. 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….
April 13th 2025
LAY WORSHIP LEADER: Lindsay Duffield
MUSIC: Sarah Wyse
POWER POINT: Alan Heighway
GREETER: Kathy Hoy
WORSHIP HOST: Cynthia Yee
COFFEE HOUR: UCW
CHILDREN’S TIME: Anthony Cheung
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird
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