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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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"Let Heaven and Nature Sing!"
As we come to the end of another Advent Bible Session, this time on the 'Three Wise Men', my thoughts turn to the unique and perfect way in which the Holy Child came to us. All bits and pieces came together at the right tine and in in the right place.
For one moment, peace lived in a terrible age of violence. Indeed "the world in solemn silence lay" and heard the praise of so many Heralds. Isaiah predicted so much of this good news. He says in chapter 42, "Let the desert and the towns lift up their voice.....let them shout from the tops of the mountains" ... an ancient world flash mob.
Everything old is new again.
Isaiah proclaimed the good news; we pay attention in all ages, since the promise will save us. Miles and years later, long after these voices have gone from the earth, their echoes reach us still. They resound in our malls. What a sweet irony, indeed, that in a world that has silenced God in public spaces His holy praise is heard each year.
May some of these words of real Christmas reach souls who need to hear them.
As Heralds of Good News, we shout out our joy in so many ways this season. We shout our joy in circles of friendship, in Advent Vespers, in Candlelight services, in worship, in Bible reflection, in focus circles (which still faithfully meet); in so many justice ministries- in all these sacred spaces God inhabits our praise and witness.
Please do join us for a really special worship service this Sunday. With our guest Cheri Maraden and Deb Siertsema leading, we will celebrate, through indigenous traditions, the strengthening of peace in our time. At 7:00 pm we have the Candlelight service, a time set apart to praise God for His unspeakable gift.
Let heaven and nature sing... in your heart and home~
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This Week at EMUC
Sunday December 11, 10 am:
Jackie Burnie & Deb Siertsema
Third Sunday of Advent
Sermon: Messengers
Scripture Reading: Psalm 146: 5-10
Gospel Reading: Matthew 11: 2-11
Music: Cheri Maracle (see info below)
At 7 pm: Candlelight Service followed by a reception
Tuesday at 6:00 pm: Leadership Circle dinner & meeting
Wednesday at 2:00 pm: Christmas Tea
6:45 pm: Prayers and communion
7:30 pm: Advent Study - Session #3
Thursday at 10:00 am: Advent Study - Session #3
7:00 pm: Chancel Choir practice
Sunday December 18 at 10 am: Worship
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Upcoming Events
Advent Events:
Cheri Maracle Biography
Cheri is a Gemini award nominated actress, a CAMA, APCMA, ISMA award nominated vocalist, and had twice been nominated for a KM Hunter theatre award for her body of theatre work.
Cheri is Mohawk from the Six Nations of the Grand River territory. Selected TV credits include; DeGrassi, CTV, Four in the Morning, CBC, Murdoch Mysteries, Global, Blackstone, APTN & CBC.
Recently Cheri was nominated for Best Solo Performance at the Calgary Theatre Critics' awards for her one-woman show, Paddle Song, based on famed Mohawk poet, Pauline Johnson.
Her critically acclaimed albums can be found on itunes.
Candlelight Carol Service and Reception
Sunday December 11th at 7 pm come and enjoy a candlelit evening of readings and congregational carol singing along with contributions from EMUC's musical groups & choirs. Stay afterward for a reception with lots of Christmas goodies.
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.
Secretary Needed for Leadership Circle
After several years serving as Secretary for the Leadership Circle of EMUC , Lorraine Brignall has resigned as of December 31, 2016. She has made an excellent contribution not only in taking minutes of our monthly and congregational meetings but also in organizing our record keeping systems. Thank you Lorraine for all your work .
If this is a role you think you would like to assume, the nominating committee would be delighted to speak to you. It only involves one evening meeting on the third Tuesday of each month We need your contribution.
Nominating Committee
Sandy Hayes, Paul Marot, Dave Leeder
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Contact Us:
Peter Kiteley, Office Administrator
office@emuc.ca
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