In our thoughts and prayers are Rev. Étienne, Ivan McLean (Debbie McLean's husband and Andrea McLean's father) and Norman Stiles (father of Dianne Stiles and father-in-law of Andrea McLean).
Our condolences to the family of Doris Reynolds who passed away Tuesday. The family will receive friends at the Dobsworth and Brown Funeral Home, Ancaster Chapel on Saturday, November 2, 2019 from 1-3pm, followed by a Service of Remembrance at 3pm.
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We are very sad to report that Rev. Étienne's physical health has further declined. As a result he applied for Long Term Disability and we have now learned that his application has been approved. We are keeping Rev. Étienne in our thoughts and prayers, and hope that with the help of his doctors, his health will be restored so that he can return to serving as our covenanted Minister. He wants you to know that he is keeping the members of Marshall close to his heart.
Under the Restorative Care Plan of the United Church of Canada we are required to keep Rev. Étienne's position open for him for up to 24 months while he seeks to be restored to health. Rev. Étienne is being paid by his benefits insurance plan while he is on disability leave.
We are so fortunate that Rev. Kevin is happy to stay with us as our supply Minister for as long as necessary. His spiritual guidance and wise counsel are a blessing to Marshall Church. We are a strong church community and will continue with all our usual worship services, study groups and serving our community.
There will be an opportunity to express any concerns and questions to Charlotte Stewart, Board Chair, and Dave Putnam, Ministry and Personnel, in the sanctuary immediately after the joint communion service on Sunday November 3rd. If you cannot be at the service and wish to express a concern, please contact Charlotte at stewchar01@gmail.com.
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Worship with us this Sunday at 10am for our combined Communion Service with Band and Choir. Linda Craig will be doing our Scripture Reading with Leslie Johnston, Irene & Wolf Gaerdes, Janet Bowler and Linda Craig assisting with the serving of Communion.
Flowers
The flowers on Sunday have been placed in loving memory of Ron Bulmer by Mary Anne and family.
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November 3 - One Communion Service at 10am with Rev. Kevin
November 10, 17 and 24 - Two Services (9am & 10:30am) with Rev. Kevin
December 1 - One Communion Service at 10am with Rev. Kevin
December 8, 15, 22 & 29 - Two Services (9am & 10:30am) with Rev. Kevin
December 8- Choir Cantata
December 24 - 7pm - Children's Christmas Program
December 24 - 10pm - Christmas Eve Service
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If you are aware of someone in our congregation that would benefit from a visit or call from our Pastoral Care Team, kindly let the office know so that we can ensure that all of our member's needs are being met.
For Pastoral Care Emergencies please contact Rev. Kevin at: 519-688-6950
Pastoral Care Visits:
Patty Cheshire would like to hear from those of you who having been calling and visiting our more isolated members. This will ensure that no one gets missed. Please contact her at
chesire.patty@gmail.com or call 905-973-6573. Thank you.
From the Prayer Team:
We appreciate your prayer requests and pray for those you have named. We would love to know the outcome of our prayers and welcome any updates. As the prayer list continues to grow, we will pray for each person for one month. If we have not received an update, they will be removed from the list.
Thank you for your faith in the power of prayer and know that we appreciate and honour all requests.
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Sign up sheets have been added for November and December to the Worship Bulletin Board. Kindly take a moment to consider participating in our services and sign up!
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Take Marshall with you....if you can't make it to church but want to stay in touch and worship with us, watch the Livestream service on our website at
mmuc.org
. Previous services are also available on the website as well.
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On Monday, November 4th Gloria Oakes will share a taped conversation that will be played during our time together. "This talk was given in November 1981 by Naomi Oakes, aged 85, as part of the Time Out series at Marshall Memorial. In it, she describes life in early Ancaster, her experiences riding her pony to the rural homes of her piano pupils, her time as an itinerant music teacher in the one-room schools of Wentworth County, and as organist of her beloved Ancaster Ryerson United Church."
Please join us at one!
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Congregation-Wide Learning Event: 30 Days to Understanding the Bible - Unlock the Scriptures in 15 Minutes a Day
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This week we are completing our study of the book 30 Days to Understanding the Bible by Max Anders. In this study we have gained a broad overview of the structure and content of the Bible. This material helps us to read the Bible within its own context and with greater understanding. We now have a 'skeleton' or 'scaffold' on which to build to continue to learn from Scripture.
If you have not been following our daily summaries of the book chapters on Facebook,
here are the posts for Chapters 22-30.
Our two study groups - Wednesdays at 1 pm and 7 pm in the Gathering Place - are going to continue to discuss the bonus material in the book during the month of November. You are welcome to join us!
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Please let me know your availability for December 15, 22 and 29th for the following: greeting (10:00-10:30); bringing goodies (10:30 service) and clean-up of tea/coffee, etc. after the 10:30 service. Please call Linda at 905-648-1671 or email her at craiglinda9@gmail.com. Thanks for your help!
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Outreach Committee Meeting
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We will be meeting on November 4th at 10am in the Gathering Place. Please RSVP Linda Craig. Thanks
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The Sunday School class is busy at work making amazing treats and treasures that will be sold after the December 8th service. The money raised will go to support Jenny Mae.
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Once again we will be hosting Guy's Christmas Luncheon in honor of Guy Mitchell on Friday, November 29th. It is an annual outreach event and it is one that we all look forward to with great anticipation. The joyous look on the faces of our guests as they enjoy turkey dinner and Santa coming to deliver their goodie bags. It can only happen each year because of your generous participation in giving your volunteer time and signing up to donate food or goodie bag items. Thanks as always. The sheets are located on the Outreach bulletin board in the foyer.
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Do you have a sense that you would like to share in some aspect of Marshall's work and ministry? Is there something that you're interested in, passionate about, or have a talent for that you would like to give back in God's service? There are a number of openings and needs in the church at this time. Perhaps one of the following areas of service might be of interest to you:
- Stewardship & Finance
- Property
- Plans & Communications
- Christian Development
- Worship
- Outreach
- Ministry & Personnel
- Membership & Pastoral Care
- House Leadership
If you would like to find out more about one of these teams, or if you have a desire to contribute your talents in some other way, see or contact Dave Putnam (dputnam@cogeco.ca). Please give this matter prayerful consideration.
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December 14, 2019 - Journey to Bethlehem
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Now is the time to start preparing for our major community outreach event: Journey to Bethlehem Marketplace. This is when we open our doors to our community and invite them to join us for storytelling, carol singing, craft making and cookie eating to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
Last year we welcomed over 200 guests, and we are hoping for even more this year! We are currently looking for a few people to help organize and publicize the event. If you are interested please sign up in the foyer or contact Judy VanDuzer at judy.vanduzer@hotmail.com
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Happening at Marshall this week:
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Sunday: 10am - Communion Service
Monday: 10am Outreach Committee Meeting
1pm Seniors' Social
Tuesday: 10:30am Prayer Group
Wednesday: 1pm Small Group Bible Study
7pm Small Group Bible Study
8-4pm Quilters Soup & Sew
Thursday: 6pm Worship Committee Meeting
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:30pm Choir Practice
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Loaves & Wishes Bazaar
St. James United Church in Waterdown is having a Bazaar November 2nd from 9-2pm. Features include: Artisan Alley, The Bake Shoppe, The Deli Counter, The Lunch Counter, Treasures from the Attic.
Candy Cane Carnival
St. Andrew's United Church Hamilton is having a Carnival November 9, 2019 from 9:30-1:30pm. Features include: Candy Cane Cafe, Home Baking, Country Deli, Kitchen Corner, Men's Work Bench and Hand-Crafted Gifts.
Micah House Fundraiser
Micah House Fundraising Banquet - November 21st at the Michelangelo Banquet Centre. Incredible guest speaker, prime rib dinner and more! Come celebrate & support this worthwhile ministry to refugees. No cost to attend but an offering will be taken and you must register in advance either by calling 905-296-4387 ex2, or by going to the website at
www.micahhouse.ca
. All the details are listed on the website.
Theatre Ancaster - Momma Mia!
Please see the poster at the end of the hallway or go to their website:
www.theatreancaster.com for dates, times and more information.
Krystyne's Kitchen
Holiday Baking in Ancaster for ages 9-13 at Bethesda United Church (Kitchen) on Saturday November 23rd from 10-4pm. $40 per student. See the Bulletin Board at the end of the Hall for the flyer and registration
information.
Libertas Male Choir
will be presenting "A Journey to Christmas" on Novemer 27, 2019 at 7:30pm at Central Presbyterian Church in Hamilton. Go to www.libertasvoices.com for tickets and more information
Calendar Photos - 2021
Please consider submitting photos for the United Church annual calendar for 2021. Information about this opportunity is on the Worship Bulletin Board. Deadline is December 30, 2019.
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