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Greetings!
This Sunday we will be coming to worship in-person at the Crescent site at 10 am. A recorded version of the morning worship will be available later in the day on our YouTube channel.
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We invite you to wear orange shirts this Sunday to remember and honour Indigenous children who were taken from their communities and families to residential schools.
Orange Shirt Day originates from the story of Phyllis Webstad from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation. In 1973, on her first day at St. Joseph’s Residential School in Williams Lake, BC, Phyllis’s shiny new orange shirt was stripped from her, never to be seen again. That marked the beginning of Phyllis’s long separation from her family and community, a separation caused by actions of the church and federal government.
Orange Shirt Day is a time for us all to remember those events, their ongoing impact, and just as importantly the continuing strength and resilience of Indigenous peoples.
Join us at the Crescent site at 10am
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Join in one or more of these September 30 Reconciliation Activities |
Walk for Reconciliation in White Rock
Click here for a pdf of the Calls to Action from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission
Join with Tk'emlups te Secwepemc to Drum For The Children
Be heard. On behalf of the children.
Join us virtually on September 30 – at 2:15 p.m. Pacific.
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They are designed by her friend, Candace Campo, artist, educator, story-teller, owner and operator of Talaysay tours, which offers Aboriginal cultural and eco-tourism experiences in and around Vancouver, Squamish and the Sunshine Coast.
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If you have a prayer request you would like included in the prayers of the people this week, please email it to Scott at [email protected] by Saturday evening.
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We are happy to be able to worship together in person once again.
We will continue to ask people to pre-register for each Sunday Worship service, sending the registration form out each Wednesday, and using a wait list when we reach capacity. You can register right up until Saturday evening. If you get the wait list alert and space opens up you will be contacted by Saturday evening. After the office closes Friday at noon please use [email protected] so Victoria Jones can receive cancellations and answer any questions you may have.
To make it easier for people to find appropriate seating, while following the SLC approved Safety Plan, we will try lowering the number of people for services going forward. We will monitor the numbers weekly and make adjustments to the pre-registration numbers as needed.
We value the physical and spiritual well-being of all who enter our buildings for worship. We value caring for one another as Jesus taught us. We trust that each of us will follow Jesus' command to "love our neighbour as yourself" by adhering to these temporary measures that we prayerfully offer for this time.
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We will not ask people to publicly declare their vaccination status. However, we ask that those who come to in-person worship be fully vaccinated.
- If you are unwell with a fever, chills and/or a cough or sore throat, please stay home until you are feeling better.
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Please wear a mask when you are in the church.
- The greeters will welcome you at a table in the covered entryway and invite you to sanitize your hands and sign in. Those who are joining us in the sanctuary for the first time ever will be directed to the guest book table to receive a special welcome.
- The little wooden church offering receptacle will be on a table in the narthex for those who wish to deposit an offering envelope.
- Please wait for ushers to direct you to seating areas. Please give yourself and others space as you move through the sanctuary and when you are seated. You have your choice of being in the on-camera area or the camera free zone for those who do not wish to be on the video.
- The Balcony will be reserved for those who are unable to wear a mask for extended periods due to medical conditions and for those who have scent allergies.
- The minister leading worship will direct you regarding humming or singing the hymns as they are being sung by our designated, masked singers in the choir loft.
- All of us who are offering leadership in worship today have been fully vaccinated
- No coffee will be served at our worship services for the time being. You are welcome to visit in the parking lot before and after worship.
At this time, we encourage those who are not vaccinated to join us for worship through the recorded service, which will be available on YouTube as soon as possible, hopefully sometime Sunday afternoon.
Due to the increased risks with the variants and schools opening, we encourage families with children under the age of 12, who cannot be vaccinated, to come to Wild Church (outdoors) instead of coming to the Crescent Site.
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Staff Update and Announcements Deadline |
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At this time, Joanne Feuer will not be working on Mondays. The rest of the week she can be reached at 778-984-7768.
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This week the office will be closed on Thursday, September 30th for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Therefore, Weekly bulletin announcements must be in the office by 10 am on Tuesday, Sept. 28th.
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The heat is back on at the Crescent site. |
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Christian Formation Survey |
Before we go too far down the path of planning, we would really like to hear from you about what kind of Christian formation (sometimes called Christian education or Faith formation) opportunities would interest you the most.
Here is a link to a survey which will take you about a minute to complete. We would be grateful to receive your response.
Completing the survey does not oblige you to participate in whatever programs end up being offered. Thanks in advance for giving a minute of your time to this.
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Remembering our beloved friend
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Many thanks to everyone who contributed to Bruce's farewell gift.
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The total contributed was $4,375. The Farewell Planning group purchased the gift of the beautiful stole from these funds and the balance was given to Bruce at his farewell celebration. |
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The first meeting is this Thursday, September 30 from 1 to 2:30 pm in the Narthex at the Crescent site. The book for discussion is The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd, which tells the story of Ana, who says she was Jesus’s wife. The novel is available at local libraries and bookstores, in electronic and hard copy formats.
The book club will be meeting on the last Thursday of each month (except December). The church’s COVID guidelines will apply to in-person participants. Contact person is Carol Vance, 604-594-3113.
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Birthdays are a wonderful reason to celebrate and call someone to have a chat!
With your permission we are gathering first names only along with your month of birth, so that our community can celebrate 12 times a year bringing to mind these special days!
Please send your information to Janice Lesley at [email protected] or call 604-812-2159.
On Wednesday, October 6, October birthdays will be celebrated on zoom during coffee hour
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Semiahmoo Fish & Game Club (1284 184th St. Surrey)
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Rev. Janice invites you to join us for Wild Church on the third Sunday of each month. Wild Church is similar to Cafe Church al Fresco. We will gather in local parks to experience the wisdom and presence of God in creation and to practice seeing all of creation as our neighbours. Check out the cover story in the Oct/Nov issue of Broadview Magazine to learn more about Wild Church.
This is a family friendly worship experience. We really hope that the young families and children of the congregation will come and join us. Bring your suggestions for where we might gather for Wild Church on October 17. Dress for the weather.
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Join us as we check in with one another and discuss questions about life and faith.
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You can join by Zoom or by telephone. We meet all together and then move into break-out rooms of four or five people.
Here's how to join us: Click here to join us via zoom video on your computer.
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There are several items in the sanctuary that maybe people are missing. If you are missing a rose patterned tee shirt, pair of glasses, grey jacket, black Wind River jacket, long Utex coat, black cardigan, beige scarf, patterned scarf, red scarf, coat, a black lacy sweater, black Dockers jacket, please let the office know. We have photos for you to identify your item. Thank you. If these aren’t claimed, they will be donated to the thrift store. |
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Extreme Weather Response Shelter:
After a long search by a dedicated group we are happy to announce that Mt. Olive Lutheran Church has generously offered to host the Extreme Weather Shelter this year. Thanks be to God!
It is anticipated the hours of the Shelter will be open 10 pm to 7 am. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, volunteers will not be present during the Shelter operation. However volunteers will be welcome to help in other ways. More information to come. Contact Kathy Booth ([email protected]) for more info.
Community Dinners: Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, the search for a site for the Community Dinners will not continue at this time. Many thanks to Donna Roy for all her efforts to try locate a site.
The search will continue when it is considered safe to offer these meals. If you would like to volunteer for a local organization delivering meals to folks in White Rock and South Surrey, please contact Kathy Booth. Several people from the congregations are volunteering for this important ministry.
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Reminder to Church Groups & Committees |
Now that groups are starting to meet in person, we want to remind you to contact the office as soon as you set a date for your event so we can confirm the space is available and avoid any booking conflicts.
All groups will be required to follow these COVID-19 safety protocols (subject to change):
- If you are unwell with a fever, chills and/or a cough or sore throat, please stay home until you are feeling better.
- Please wear a mask when you are in the church.
- Sanitize your hands when you enter the building.
- Please give yourself and others space as you move through the building and when you are seated.
- Windows should be opened to promote ventilation and locked before departure.
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#1 - 1381 George St.
White Rock, BC
V4B 2L1
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Summer Conversation Café is back and in person! ...and also on Zoom!
We welcome you to drop in to ThirdSpace Wednesday mornings between 10am - 12pm for a chat!
You can also continue to join us via Zoom from 10:30 - 11:30am. (link below)
*Please note the Zoom drop in is now only once a week during Conversation Café on Wednesday*
Our Covid protocols remain in place to provide safety and comfort during your chat!
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Drop-In Café is back and in person!
We welcome you to drop in to ThirdSpace Friday mornings between 10am - 12pm for a chat!
*Please note: Friday Drop-In is in person only. If you prefer to join us via Zoom please do so during our Wednesday Conversation Café!*
Our Covid protocols remain in place to provide safety and comfort during your chat!
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News from Affirming Ministry |
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Tuesdays at 7:30 am in person at the Crescent site.
We are a small group of 4-12 people who gather for 20 minutes of contemplative, silent prayer, followed by coffee and conversation at a local coffee shop.
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News from the Wider Church & Community |
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United Church of Canada E-ssentials Newsletter
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As we begin to gather again in-person, you'll now see in-person United Church Events included in the weekly Pacific Mountain Region email, as well as the usual Online listings! Read the Pacific Mountain Region Newsletter
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Click here for information on how to continue your offerings during this changing time.
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Members and adherents can submit prayer requests to Louise Bureau by email or phone.
You can find her contact information in the church directory. If phoning in a request, please phone before 8 PM. You may also submit requests through our ministers. Thank-you. It is our privilege to serve you through our prayer ministry.
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Your Ministers are Here for you! |
Rev. Janice and Rev. Scott have been fully vaccinated. In addition to phone visits, we are available for in-person visits at the church, in your home or garden.
Rev. Janice will be on vacation Sept. 27 to Oct. 11.
Rev. Scott will be leading the communion worship service Oct. 3 and the Thanksgiving service on Oct. 10. He is also available for pastoral care.
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Rev. Janice Young
604-531-2979 ext. 2
or 778-980-8310
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Rev. Scott Swanson
604-417-9009
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Office Closed but Staff is on the job! |
The office and ThirdSpace will be closed for the foreseeable future but all our staff are available by phone and email.
Peninsula UC Office:
Nikkie Ripka (Administrative Assistant):
ThirdSpace Office: 604-385-0822
Click here for information about access to office and church buildings during COVID-19 restrictions.
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15639 24th Avenue,
Surrey, BC V4A 2J6
604-531-2979
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