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May 12, 2023
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Mòrar’s Musings
Let’s think for a moment about Lydia, the dyer of purple cloth. She was a daughter and a mother, who was a faithful worshipper of God.
When Paul arrived in Philippi and began to preach the good news at the place where people prayed, Lydia’s heart was opened and, with the members of her household, was baptized.
She opened her home to Paul and his companions, saying to them, "If you consider me a believer in God, come and stay at my house."
Lydia invites Paul and his companions - strangers to her city, but now members of her faith family - to come and stay at her house. To become members of her family.
We are our family.
The Bible promises that steadfast love is shown to the thousandth generation of those who love God and keep God’s commandments.
When Lydia received the presence of God, she opened her family to God’s messengers.
This coming Christian Family Sunday, Mothers’ Day, think about the generations of your family and what gifts they have given you to thrive in times such as these. And think of Lydia, that dyer of purple cloth, a leader in her family, a matriarch, who brought her family to Christ and then welcomed God’s messengers as part of her family.
Who are you? You are your mother’s child, but you are also God’s child.
And know that you are a part of God’s family at Erin Mills.
Blessings,
Mòrar
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Upcoming Week
To reduce the spread of all respiratory viruses including COVID-19 and the flu, if you experience any new symptom(s) of any respiratory virus please stay home. Refer to Public Health Ontario for detailed guidance by clicking on https://www.publichealthontario.ca/
Sunday May 14:
10:00 a.m.: Online and in-person Worship led by Rev. Mòrar
Tuesday May 16:
6:45 p.m.: Leadership Circle Meeting
Thursday May 18:
10:00 a.m.: Chancel Choir Practice
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Upcoming Events & Announcements |
An Inspire Moment
Did you know one of the best ways to promote community involvement within churches is to personally invite someone? With so many activities happening please consider reaching out to a friend or neighbour and invite them.
Let’s be committed to being a church that enriches our connections with our community neighbours.
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EMUC Striders
The next Striders hike will take place this Sunday, May 14, and will be on the Culham Trail, going from Streetsville to Meadowvale. Striders will leave the church at 11:45 a.m. and return around 2:30 p.m.
EMUC Striders will carpool to River Grove Community Centre, which will serve as the central hub for the north and south segments for the planned hike.
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Movie Nights
Movie Nights are planned for May and June. Come and enjoy some good family time.
There will be no set ticket price. Freewill Donations will be gratefully accepted.
Saturday, May 13 – Turning Red
Friday, June 16 – A Wrinkle in Time
Doors open at 7 p.m.; movie starts at 7:30 p.m.
Share this information with family and friends!
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Ian MacRae Memorial Bursary
Applications are now being accepted for the Ian MacRae Memorial Bursary. This bursary was established in 2000 in memory of Ian MacRae, a member of Erin Mills United Church and active fund-raiser for the congregation’s youth ministry. It is awarded annually based on demonstrated need, academic achievement, potential, and proven merit, to assist a student with their first year of post-secondary studies. Preference will be given to candidates living in the Erin Mills catchment area. The application deadline is June 15, 2023. For further information please contact : Debby Sturgeon (sturgs4@rogers.com) or the church office (office@emuc.ca)
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Help Needed
EMUC needs one or two people to Zoom into the Horseshoe Falls Regional Council annual meeting, take a few notes and share these with the Leadership Circle by sending them to Kathy Andres. The online portion of the meeting is on Thursday, June 8 and Saturday, June 10. Several people will divide the task into smaller pieces. Many hands make light work! Please contact Rev. Mòrar or Sandy Hayes if you can help. THANK YOU!
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Ontario Male Chorus
Sunday, June 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Erin Mills United Church – Please join us for an evening of music, followed by light refreshments. Freewill offering. This chorus practices at Erin Mills United Church throughout the year and have had concerts here in the past years. You won’t want to miss them!
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News Release: Mark your calendar for the
“BBB” Sale
Boot-Book-Bake Sale on June 24, 8 a.m.-12 noon
If you’re British, you will know what a “Boot Sale” is. It is a sale of goods from the boot of your car (British for trunk). They generally take place in a field or parking lot. At EMUC, we’ve had a long history of holding garage sales. This year we are having a Boot/Trunk sale in the church parking lot and it is sure to be a fun time for one and all.
As with garage sales, we invite you to start putting aside gently used items. If you would like to sell your bric-a-brac, please email Mike Ogilvie at donations@emuc.ca or call the office at 905-820-9466 ext. 23. We ask sellers to arrive at EMUC church parking between 7:00 and 7:30 a.m. with your trunk overflowing. It’s that simple. At 8:00 a.m., the sale starts. There is $20 rental fee, and any donations to the church from your sales will receive a charitable tax receipt.
Alongside the boot sale, we will be holding our annual book and bake sale.
Mark your calendar and be sure to spread the word to your neighbours, friends, and community. Tell them they can also reserve a spot to sell their stuff, or they can show up on June 24 to shop ‘till they drop. Flyers are available in the narthex of the church.
Let’s plan to have a great day with laughter, fun, music and most of all, a community spirit.
Submitted by the 2023 BBB team.
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Community Events in our Building |
Off the Rock Kitchen Party - Thursday, May 18, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Tribute to Great Big Sea and East Coast Music
Off the Rock is a premier tribute to one of Canada’s greatest musical icons - Great Big Sea. From Spoon-off’s, to Ugly-Stick competitions, to getting Screeched in: Off The Rock brings an interactive and engaging show that is sure to keep audiences talking about their evening hours, days, even weeks later!
To purchase tickets or for further information, please use the link below:
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Office hours:
Mondays through Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Tina works from home on Mondays.)
Tina takes a ½ hour lunch break sometime between 12:30-1:30 p.m.
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Erin Mills United Church | 905-820-9466 | emuc.ca |
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