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About EMUC
Vision:
EMUC is a thriving Spirit-filled congregation: Diverse, inclusive,and engaged with the community and creation
Mission:
The mission of Erin Mills United Church is to offer opportunities for all persons to experience the love of God through Jesus Christ.
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Welcome to EMUC's weekly message. W
e are in the Season of Advent which is represented by the colour 'blue' and lasts until Christmas Eve.
There are lots of upcoming activities at EMUC. View the calendar of events on the website at www.emuc.ca .
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"Ready, Set, Advent"
I wonder if it was that simple for Joseph, the spouse of Mary and the Earthly Father of Jesus. We will be looking at Joseph and others in the Christmas narrative, this coming Wednesday, November 30th at 7:30 in our Advent Bible study. We are going through the three weeks of Advent on Wednesday at 7:30pm, and Thursday morning at 10:00am, looking at other characters in the nativity narrative - ending with the most troubling one of all, King Herod. Come join us for a lively, and perhaps unexpected, conversation.
The readings for the next two weeks are: Isaiah 2: 1-5 & Matthew 24: 36-44 ( Advent 1) & Isaiah 11: 1-10 and Matthew 3: 1-12. ( Advent 2)
'Gathering', the worship planning publication of the United Church asks us, " What does the coming of Christ mean to you?"
An excellent starting point on our way to the Stable.
May God's peace which passes all our understanding keep your minds and hearts this Holy Season.
Rev Jackie~
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This Week at EMUC
Sunday November 27 10 am:
Jackie Burnie
First Sunday of Advent
Sermon: Perfect Love - Perfect Peace
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 2: 1-5
Gospel Reading: Matthew 24: 36-44
After worship: Off the Cuff, Impromptu practice
2:30 pm: Communion Service at Erinview
Wednesday at
6:45 pm: Prayers and communion
7:30 pm: Advent Study - Session #1
Thursday at 10:00 am: Daytime Men's Group
10:00 am: Advent Study - Session #1
7:00 pm: Chancel Choir practice
7:00 pm: Nominating meeting
Friday at 6:30 pm: Deacon's Cupboard Volunteer
Dinner
Sunday December 4 at 10 am: Worship
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Upcoming Events
Advent Events:
Advent - Study Group
Jackie will be offering a 3 week bible study session on Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings beginning on November 30th. The program is titled "Christmas - The Good the Bad and the Ugly" Wednesday sessions will be at 7:30 pm and Thursdays will be at 10 am.
On Sunday, December 4, there will be a free Christmas concert at the Living Arts Centre presented by The Salvation Army Mississauga Temple Community Church. For tickets or information contact Laura Macro or see the signup sheet on the bulletin board.
The Deacon's Cupboard
While we are gearing up for the holiday season, please remember that the Deacons Cupboard continues to be in need of food. You can include your donations in our White Gift offerings at our Sunday service on Dec. 4th or drop them off anytime at the church. This is a wonderful way for EMUC to serve the needy in our community. Please note that
the Cupboard will close after December 21st and reopen on January 11th.
Comfort Kits
It's almost time for the Comfort Kits to be assembled. Please start bringing in all those travel-sized personal care items that you've been saving all year. Other useful items include pens, small notepads, toothpaste & toothbrushes, tissues, feminine hygiene products and socks (men, women & children). There will be boxes to receive them at the back of the church. Kits will be assembled towards the end of February and taken to the Open Door at Square One to be distributed to their guests. Please see Cathy Scattergood for information.
Christmas Hampers
For many years, EMUC and friends have been generous sponsors of our Christmas Hamper program. This year we have decided to try something different, to allow for more consistent giving across families and to address the dietary and cultural needs of those we are helping. Rather than having a gift tag tree, special offering envelopes are available for individuals, families or even EMUC committees to make a donation towards the purchase of gifts for the children of our sponsored families. Envelopes are available throughout November and will be collected on or before White Gift Sunday (Dec. 4th). Our youth, both within EMUC and our local community groups, will be assisting this year with the shopping of items and the packing and wrapping of the gifts. Delivery or pick up of gifts and food vouchers will be made in the usual manner around December 10th Please consider making a contribution this year to help make this holiday special for families in need, in our wider community. Remember to use the envelopes provided so your donation can be recorded through the church for your income tax purposes. For more information, contact Irene Pajot or Sandra Witterick at
sandra.witterick@gmail.com
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Contact Us:
Peter Kiteley, Office Administrator
office@emuc.ca
Erin Mills United Church |
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