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FROM THE MINISTER’S DESK
If I could go back and start over, I think I might have become a Sommelier instead of a Pastor. Okay, maybe not…I think God had something to say in the matter. But I do really love nice wines, and I like learning about what makes some wines better than others. In one of my seminary classes 22 years ago, a fellow student wrote a poem comparing each person in the class to a kind of wine. She said I was a Barolo, which I had never heard of. I looked into it and discovered it’s a rather expensive wine! I was flattered, but I could never bring myself to pay that much money for a bottle of wine. About 6 years ago I finally decided to treat myself and buy a bottle of Barolo to share with friends when I celebrated running a Half-Marathon. It was so delicious! Definitely worth the wait.
I’m glad that Jesus appreciated the pleasure of sharing a nice glass of wine with friends, and I’m glad that Mary gave him the little nudge that he needed to provide the finest wine for the wedding celebration at Cana. The miracle at the wedding in Cana is a foreshadowing of when Jesus’ body and blood would become the bread and the wine that believers will share at the most glorious wedding banquet of all time.
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 Isaiah 62:1-5, Psalm 36:5-10 and John 2:1-11. You can also find a daily scripture message at the top of our website.
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/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
“OUR GOD WILL GO BEFORE US”
Celebration Lunch
Sunday, January 19th, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Join us for a special Celebration Lunch this Sunday, January 19th, after service at 11:00 AM in the Main Hall, as we come together to reflect on the remarkable journey God has led us through so far. This gathering is a moment for us to express our gratitude and to look ahead with hope and confidence as we continue to follow the Strategic Plan that has been laid out before us. Your presence will be a significant part of this joyous occasion, and we look forward to having you with us.
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, Jan. 22nd – The Women by Kristin Hannah!
Kindly message Helen at gratsos2002@yahoo.ca for details!
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM)
February 9, 2025
We welcome and encourage your participation in this yearly event. Enjoy a light lunch following the morning service and then join us for the Annual General Meeting. You will have the opportunity to welcome in the 2025-2026 Council and even nominate new members
Equally important, you will see what projects are being planned and their estimated costs and review how your givings are to be used.
Come, join us on Sunday, February 9th following the Sunday morning worship service.
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….
January 19th 2025
LAY WORSHIP LEADER: Trevlyn Ganes
MUSIC: Sarah Wyse
POWER POINT: Henry Wong
GREETER: Cynthia Yee
WORSHIP HOST: Cynthia Yee
COFFEE HOUR: UCW
CHILDREN’S TIME: Christina Ng
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sharon Gayman Laird
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