Welcome to Grace! We hope you will join us for IN-PERSON worship on Sunday at 10 am. If you cannot make it to the church, you can be online. Click here to join us live on Facebook. A recorded version of the service is publicly available on Facebook by noon each Sunday. Throughout this publication, you will see underlined items. These are all hyperlinks, taking you to a website, Facebook page, or email to contact for more information. Give one a try by clicking on one of them, like the donation link. A hard copy of this publication is available in the office. Grace depends on financial contributions. You can support fantastic programming by going to our webpage, http://www.graceunitedchurch.ca/donate, or filling out a pre-authorized remittance form, available from the office. Grace depends on financial contributions.
What’s Happening This Week
October 30
10:00 am - Worship
October 31
4:15 - 5:15 pm - Meri-dian Ukuleles
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Handbells
November 1
10:00 am - Pastoral Care Meeting
1:00 - 4:30 pm - Luchynski Funeral
3:45 - 5:00 pm - Groovin’ with Grace
4:00 - 5:00 pm - Homework Program
6:00 - 9:00 pm - Meals n More
6:45 - 8:45 pm - Exploring the Way
November 2
10:30 am - 12:30 pm - Senior Luncheon
3:45 - 5:00 pm - Kidz Praize
8:00 - 9:00 pm - AA Meeting
November 3
9:30 - 11:30 am - Exploring the Way
1:00 - 2:00 pm - Outreach Cupboard
6:00 - 8:00 pm - Youth Nite
7:30 -9:00 pm - Community Choir
November 4
8:00 - 9:00 pm - AA Meeting -
November 6
10:00 am - Worship - Remembrance Day
Outreach Shopping List
o Canned & fresh fruit
o Pasta Sauce
o Canned veggies /tomatoes o Pasta
o Freezable meats/lunch meat
o Cereal o Rice
o Crackers o Juice boxes
o Canned protein (ham, chicken, tuna)
(Larger cans for families)
o Instant oatmeal pkgs
o Granola bars
o Toilet paper/ Kleenex
o Shampoo, body wash,
toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant
ORDER OF WORSHIP – OCT 30, 2022
Twentieth-first Sunday after Pentecost – All Saints’ Day
Worship led by Brenda Ellison, Karen Fawcett, Grace Choir
Rev. Cathy Kinsman, Jonathan Rollheiser, Ann Campbell
GOD INVITES US TO WORSHIP
GATHERING MUSIC
WELCOME
OPENING HYMN “Holy Spirit, Come into Our Lives” (vs. 1,3,6) MV #6
Words and Music: Ken Canedo, 1998
CANDLELIGHTING “In the Quiet Stillness of Creation” Gladys Jack
“In the quiet stillness of creation, in the quiet stillness of home.
In the quiet stillness of our being, God reminds us that we’re not alone”
CENTERING PRAYER
CHILDREN’S TIME
SONG “What Does the Lord Require of You” VU #701
(As we finish this 3 part round, the children may make their way to Sunday School)
WE OFFER OURSELVES TO GOD
PRAYER OF HEALING (Used and Adapted with permission from Gathering, Pentecost 2, 2022 (Year C)
Holy One, creator of days gone by and days to come.
We are created with imagination and memory.
We are full of feelings sparked by what we know, read and understand of the past.
We are full of prayers of hope for the future.
Come now, Spirit, as we celebrate the history of the saints of Grace United Church:
the stories warm us, unite us, inspire us and surprise us.
Today we celebrate those who worshipped and worked here before us.
Let their faith guide us this day and in all the days to come.
Help us to share with you, our Maker,
our weakness and lack of faith.
Understand, as we share with you in prayer,
the times we let our fear seize us, our prejudice guide us and our hungers rule us.
(Time for silent prayer and meditation)
WORDS OF GRACE AND COMFORT
Calm us, guide us, free us, O Love.
Through your comforting grace we are assured of hope and new beginnings.
In Jesus’ name. Amen.
ALL SAINTS’ DAY - GRACE UNITED CHURCH Created by Jonathan Rollheiser
THE SCRIPTURE SPEAKS TO US
SCRIPTURE READING
Epistle – Letter to the Ephesians 1:11-23 – The hope to which you are called
MESSAGE
SPECIAL MUSIC “Allerseelen” Richard Strauss
Solo – Karen Fawcett
GOD INVITES US TO RESPOND
OFFERING INVITATION
OFFERING HYMN “We Plow the Fields and Scatter” (vs. 3 only and refrain) VU #520
OFFERING PRAYER
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
WE GO FORTH IN FAITH
CLOSING HYMN “For All the Saints” (Vs. 1,2,3,5) VU #705
Words: William How, 1864 Music: Ralph Vaugh Williams, 1906
ANNOUNCEMENTS – Life and Work of the Church
BLESSING
CHORAL BENEDICTION “May God’s Sheltering Wings” MV #214
Words and Music: Judith Snowdon, 2004
Hymns from More Voices and Voices United are used with permission. One License #A-7252
UPCOMING WORSHIP
November 6 – Remembrance Sunday with the Legion Colour Guard
Scriptures: Haggai 1:15b-2:9 – God will shake things up; there will be new splendour.
2 Thessalonians 2:1-5, 13-17 – Let no one deceive you; stand fast in the tradition.
November 13 – Semi Annual Congregational Meeting – light lunch and meeting to follow worship.
STEWARDSHIP SECONDS
Stewardship isn’t just about how much money we give. Stewardship is how we use ALL our resources to help change the world to be closer to God’s vision.
CREATION UNIT|OCT 2 – NOV 6|10:30 AM|GUC
The Christian Development Committee has been working diligently to prepare and plan activities for our upcoming Creation Unit for Sunday School. AND we need your help. Please invite all of those little people in your world to come and learn about the gift of Creation. This is going to be a powerful unit of learning.
Sunday, October 30 – Creation Story Video and craft
Sunday, November 6 – Creation Story Art
MEALS N MORE|OCT & NOV |6:00 - 9:00 PM|GUC
Tami Kappel joins our cooks this week in the Meals n More Kitchen. All groceries are supplied for meal preparation. 10 cooking spots available. If you would like to support a family in the kitchen, donations are accepted in the office. $65.00/class or $240.00 for the series. MENU ITEMS this week:
Ultimate Potatoe Soup
Cheezy Hamburger Bake
Mushroom Meatballs & Rice
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffinz
Cost: $65.00/class or $240.00 for 4 classes
Date: October 25, Nov 1, Nov 22 & Nov 29nd
If you are interested in any or all of these classes, please email the office at gucoffice22@gmail.com or call 780-875-8959. Payment is required in advance for these classes.
JOY OF MUSIC|STARTING OCT 18|3:45 - 5:00 PM|GUC
We are still in the hunt for musicians. Unfortunately, registration has been really low for both Groovin @ Grace and Kidz Praize. Kidz Praize has been changed to WEDNESDAYS after school from 4:00 - 5:00 in hopes of attracting more young people. Groovin @ Grace will continue on Tuesdays. Spread the word for these 2 amazing programs!
YOUTH NITES|NOV 3, 17, 24|6:00 – 8:30 PM |GUC
Youth Nites are an opportunity for youth ages 11-18 to gather in a safe and welcoming space to learn more about each other, take in a mental health strategy and have fun in the main activity. There will be no YOUTH NITE on November 10th. Upcoming main activities include Yoga, Self Portraits with Brandi Hofer and an Intergenerational Sewing Nite. WE ARE IN NEED of adult seamstresses for Thursday, November 24th. Please let Bev know in the office if you'd like to help with this special evening.
Nov 3rd- Yoga
Nov 17th - https://form.jotform.com/221654711220242
Nov 24th - https://form.jotform.com/221654943778267
SMALL TOWN, BIG IMPACT |OCT 29|9:00 – 2:30 PM|ZOOM
Affirming Leaders Day is our professional development event for leaders of all kinds. If you are looking to deepen your practices and enhance your awareness around issues of inclusion and belonging for 2SLGBTQ+ people, you are welcome. We will be focused on the theme: Small Town, Big Impact. Under the same name as our recently released video series, Small Town, Big Impact will feature speakers who are creating change in smaller or more non-affirming communities. Whatever your geography, you will be inspired and engaged by our cross-country presenters from East to West. Everyone is welcome to attend, whether you are a clergy member, faith leader, volunteer, community leader, or someone who just wants to learn more. This event will take place on Zoom. To help ensure everyone who wants to attend can come, all tickets are Pay-What-You-Can, with a suggested ticket price of $25. Get your ticket now!
TIME AND TALENT |NOV 16|4:30 – 7:00 PM|GUC HALL
Monday, November 7th is the final day to purchase tickets to attend this fun event, which is being held on Wed, November 16th in the Church Hall. Tickets are $30. each, and can be purchased from the Church office or on Sundays at Church, Oct 30th and Nov 6th. Auction items can be brought to Church on Sundays, Oct 30th, Nov 6th and 13th. Please do not leave items in the Church Office.
If you are thinking of donating an auction item, please get in touch with any of our Committee – Deb Hines, Kim Holmedal, Barb Holt or Deb Lundquist. It’s been 3 years since the last Time & Talent Fundraiser Auction, so it’ll be a great night of food, fun and fellowship, while raising funds for the Church.
HOMEWORK PROGRAM |TUESDAYS|4:00-5:30 PM|GUC HALL
We've missed the kids, so bring back the GUC Homework Program. Tuesday, October 18th marked the first day back for Students grades 7-12 at Grace. Students have been slowly making their way back to Grace for this program. If you know of any students who would benefit, please get a hold of Alison Weaver or Brenda Ellison. WE ARE ALWAYS IN NEED OF TEACHERS AND TUTORS. DO YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE WHO HAS THE GIFT OF TIME TO SUPPORT STUDENTS? Please share with us your recommendations. Here’s the registration link.
REBUILDING AFTER THE STORM |OCT & NOV|GUC
Hurricane Fiona has caused devastating damage across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec. Communities throughout the regions of Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters, First Dawn Eastern Edge, Regional Council 15, Nakonha:ka and beyond will need support as they navigate the road to recovery.
The United Church of Canada Foundation is accepting donations to help support the ara’s rebuild as the longer-term needs become clear. Your donation to the Ann Baker Estate Trust for Emergency Relief ion Canada will continue to provide flexible, reliable funding even after the media coverage wanes and as need for resources fluctuates. We will update you on the situation as on=the-ground partnership information becomes available. You can make your gift online here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/75488. Thank you for your generosity and please continue holding everyone affected by Hurricane Fiona in Constant prayer.
JELLY MAKING |BISHOP LLOYD SCHOOL|GUC
We've had a teacher reach out wondering if there would be any interest from Grace Church members willing to teach a Junior High class how to make jelly? The students picked all the chokecherries and some apples (which they've juiced). Students would come to the Church for the activity. Any interest? Please let Lana know if you are would like to be part of teaching the next generation how to be good stewards of action.
AFFIRMING SUPPORT WORKER|THURSDAYS|7:00-9:00 PM|GUC
Jenson Brown will make most Thursday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 his office hours at Grace United Church. Please see Affirming Office hour schedule posted on welcoming bulletin board by Giant Tiger entrance and posted on Lana and Jenson's office door.
CONGREGATIONAL AGM MEETING |NOV 13|11:30 AM|GUC
Our semi-annual Congregational AGM Meeting will be held Sunday, November 13th after the church service. Childcare will be provided to anyone that needs it. We are asking for volunteers to bring muffins, cheese or fruit. If you are interested, please contact Karen Ollen at 780-871-8191.
CITY OF LLOYDMINSTER |OCT & NOV
Starting October 26, 2022, the City of Lloydminster – Engineering Services Team, and its selected Consultant, WATT Consulting Group, are inviting the public to provide input on public transportation needs and priorities through an online survey. The feedback gathered will be used to help develop the City of Lloydminster’s Public Transportation Master Plan. The City of Lloydminster is undertaking this comprehensive public transportation needs assessment and feasibility study to better understand how transit could most effectively serve local travel needs. The study will include identifying the type of service that could be offered and its frequency, the operating model, and the economic impacts. SURVEYS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE NARTHEX OR here is the link to complete online - https://yourvoicelloyd.ca/ptm
As beloved children of God, all are included in the life and ministry of the Grace Family
where diversity is celebrated.
Grace remembers, as we celebrate God’s presence in worship,
that Grace United Church gathers on Treaty 6 land,
the traditional territory of the Plains, Wood Cree, Assiniboine and Métis peoples.
As Treaty people,
we seek to live with respect on this land and live in peace and friendship with all our relations.
Minister - Rev. Cathy Kinsman - 1-204-294-2142 gucminister@telus.net
Executive Director - Bev Thurlow 780-875-8959 gucbevthurlow@gmail.com
Administrative Support - Ashley Barber 780-875-8959 gucoffice22@gmail.com
Treasurer - Lynda Campbell 306-821-2575 blbcampbell@gmail.com
Bookkeeper - Wendy Walker - 780-875-8959 guctreasurer@telusplanet.net
Family Support Worker - Lana Lane - 1-403-901-8385 lanalanegraceu@gmail.com
Playschool Coordinator - Lori Haygarth - 780-808-0959 dannyandlori@telus.net
Choir Director - Karen Fawcett - 780-875-4642 karenfawcett@hotmail.com
Affirming Support Worker - Jenson Brown - 780-875-8959 gucjensonbrown@gmail.com
Board Chair - Darrel Howell - 780-870-1671 dhhowell@telus.net