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

 Oct 11

Legacy Gifts Meeting  - Boardroom 9:30 am       

Hub of Healing - Hall - 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Staff Meeting - Boardroom - 2:30 pm

Heritage Optical - Hall & Kitchen - 3:00 - 9:00 pm

Fair Booth Wind-up Meeting - Boardroom - 5:30 pm

Wilma Sharpe UCW Mtg - Boardroom - 7:00 pm

Oct 12

Darby UCW Meeting - Choir Room - 9:00 am -11:00 am

Heritage Optical - Hall - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

AA Meeting - Playschool - 8:00 - 9:00 pm

Oct 13

Worship Meeting - Boardroom - 8:00 - 10:00 am

Heritage Optical - Hall - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

M & P Meeting - Choir Room- 9:00 - 11:00 am

Book Club - Lounge - 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sewing with Grace - Lounge - 12:00 - 4:00 pm

Outreach Cupboard - Narthex - 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Youth Nite - Hall - 6:00 - 8:30 pm

Choir - Sanctuary & Choir Room - 7:30 - 9:00 pm

Oct 14

Heritage Optical - Hall - 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

AA Meeting - 8:00 - 9:00 pm - Playschool

Oct 15

Heritage Optical - Hall - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Playschool Car Rally - Narthex - 1:00 pm

Oct 16

Worship - Sanctuary - 10:00 am

World Food Drive - Narthex - 10:00 am

CD Dessert Bingo - Hall - 2:00 - 4:00 pm

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 Canned protein(ham, chicken, tuna (larger cans for families)

o  Granola bars

o  Toilet paper/ Kleenex

o  Shampoo, body wash, toothpaste, toothbrushes

o Deodorant

Reverend Kinsman is off the charge from October 10-17 for Study Leave.

ORDER OF WORSHIP – OCT 9, 2022

Creation Five – Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Thanksgiving Sunday

Worship led by Adrienne Christopherson, Brenda Ellison, Karen Fawcett, Rev. Cathy Kinsman, Jonathan Rollheiser, Lois Sonnega, Garnet Weaver and the Grace Choir

GOD INVITES US TO WORSHIP

 GATHERING MUSIC                  

WELCOME

OPENING HYMN “Make a Joyful Noise – Psalm 100 VU #820

Words and Music: Linnea Good, 1991

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

HYMN  “We Give Our Thanks” (vs. 1-3)  MV #187

Words & Music: Traditional song, Botswana, 2007

CHILDREN’S TIME

HYMN  “We Give Our Thanks” (vs. 4,5) MV #187

Words & Music: Traditional song, Botswana, 2007

(Children may go to Sunday school as we finish singing)

WE OFFER OURSELVES TO GOD

PRAYER OF HEALING (Adapted with permission) – Gathering, Pentecost 2, 2022, Yr. C – Gord Dunbar

How can we not respond to such an amazing gift as that of God’s gift of healing grace?

We respond by opening our hearts fully and humbly to transformation,

holding nothing back in our communion with God as we pray silently.

 (Time for silent prayer and meditation)

 WORDS OF GRACE AND COMFORT

Like the fruitfulness of this harvest season, God provides us with all we need.

Our need is filled in the overwhelming love of God for each and all of us.

The source of this unconditional love and healing,

is the grace of God revealed in the risen Christ.

There is wonder at the plenty of this peaceful and comforting gift.

There is becoming and sharing of this love called out to us, even as we receive.

Thanks be to God for that which gives life to the world. Amen.

THE SCRIPTURE SPEAKS TO US

SCRIPTURE READING

The Gospel According to John - 6: 25-35 - Give us the bread from heaven for eternal life.

The Letter to the Philippians 4:4-9 – The peace of God, which passes all understanding.

In this is God’s Holy Word. Thanks be to God.

MESSAGE

SPECIAL MUSIC “We Come to Say Thank You”  Grace Choir

GOD INVITES US TO RESPOND

OFFERING INVITATION

OFFERING HYMN “We Plow the Fields and Scatter” (vs. 3 only and refrain) VU #520

Words: Matthias Clausius, 1782 Music: Johann Abraham Peter Schulz, 1800

OFFERING PRAYER

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

WE GO FORTH IN FAITH

CLOSING HYMN  “Sing to the Lord of Harvest” (vs. 1,2) VU #519

Words :John Samuel Bewley Monsell, 1866        Music: Johann Steurlein, 1575

ANNOUNCEMENTS – Life and Work of the Church

 BLESSING

CHORAL BENEDICTION  “We Will Go with God”   MV #223

Words & Music: Traditional song, Swaziland & South Africa

Hymns from More Voices and Voices United are used with permission.  One License #A-7252

Upcoming Worship: Scriptures Deuteronomy 26:1-11; Psalm 100; Philippians 4: 4-9; John 6:25-35 

October 16 - World Food Sunday – Led by The Pick-ups, Choir and Darrel Howell

Please bring a few non-perishables to support the Food Pantry which operates every Thursday from 1-2:00 p.m. here at Grace United.

STEWARDSHIP SECONDS

Do not trust your eyes; they can deceive you.  Sometimes the greatest generosity comes from the people who would least expect – like you.

 POINSETTIA CAMPAIGN |DECEMBER 9|GUC

We are looking for someone to head up our Poinsettia Campaign for December 9th.  For more information please contact Lesley Morgan.

NEXT SUPER SUNDAY| OCTOBER 23|GUC|SANCTUARY/HALL

Worship, Playschool families, Super Sunday school and lunch for all.  We are needing some volunteers to bring crockpots of soup and buns for our Super Sunday Meal.  If you are able to do this, please contact the office at 780-875-8959. 

GIVING TREE |NOVEMBER & DECEMBER|GUC

Beginning November 1st, we will be putting up a Christmas tree to collect donated scarves, toques and mittens for our Outreach Cupboard.  If you have any to be donated, they can be dropped off at the office during office hours. 

DESSERT BINGO|OCT 16|2:00-4:00PM|GUC HALL

Our first ever DESSERT bingo is around the corner.  We welcome everyone who loves the game to join us on Sunday, October 16th at 2:00 pm in the HALL.  Bingo cards are $5.00/card and you play as much as you want!  If one of your gifts is baking, we are requesting desserts for prizes!  All desserts can be dropped off on BINGO day between 9:30 – 11:30 am.  We will accept every kind of dessert (cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, squares, etc.)

JOY OF MUSIC|START OCT 18|4:00 - 5:00 PM|GUC

The countdown is on and we are on the hunt for musicians.  Kidz Praize (5-10 years) and Groovin @ Grace (11-18 years) start Tuesday, October 18th from 3:45 – 5:00 pm.  FEE for the program is one item/week/student for the Outreach Cupboard.  For details and registration check out the above links or QR codes.

YOUTH NIGHT|OCTOBER|6:00 – 8:30PM |GUC

Upcoming Youth Nite Schedule is listed below.  You’ll notice one of the upcoming events is Pumpkin Carving.  If you have a pumpkin to donate, we are collecting.  We will need about 20 pumpkins please.

October 13 – October 13th- Sharing the Light             October 20th- Bracelet Making

HELP NEEDED|VARIOUS DATES|GUC

Volunteer lead and helpers to prepare a meal for approximately 30-40 participants of the Connecting Community Series.  This event takes place the 4th Wednesday of every month and runs until March 2023.  This is a fundraising opportunity for the U.C.W.  If you are willing to commit to preparing one or more meals please call Carol Bugiak @ 780-875-2479.

SEWING WITH GRACE UPDATE|OCTOBER|GUC HALL

Thank you to all the participants for the Handiwork display which was held on October 2, in the hall showcasing some of the projects that had been done by members of the Sewing with Grace group.  October 13th will be the last event for Sewing with Grace for this year.  The group will resume in January 2023 on a monthly basis. 

FALL SUPPER|OCT 29|4:30-7:00 PM|GUC HALL

Tickets will be available next week in the office or after church on Sundays.  Payment is available by cash, cheque or debit.  Adults - $20.00; Seniors - $18.00; Kids 6-12 - $12.00; 5 and under - Free

Just a reminder if you have any extra garden produce – carrots, potatoes, beets, we would be happy to have it for Grace’s “Fall Supper to be held on October 29th.  All donations are greatly appreciated.

Please contact Marilyn McAllister at 780-808-4245, or Lynda Campbell at 306-821-2575.

COMMUNITY COFFEE TIME |OCTOBER 27TH|1:00-2:30PM|GUC HALL

You are invited to a Community Coffee Time on Oct 27th from 1:00-2:30PM in the Grace United Hall.  We invite church members to come out to this event and visit with these partaking in the Community Coffee Time.  If you would be willing to help out with a future event or provide baking, you can let the office know.  

NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY | OCT 11TH|7:00 – 9:00PM |GUC HALL

National Coming Out Day has been held each year on October 11th since 1988.  At its heart, National Coming Out Day seeks to raise awareness and offer support for individuals within the 2SLGBTQQIPAA community, whether they are already “out of the closet”, hoping to come “out of the closet”, or do not feel safe to come “out of the Closet” and must remain hiding their truth from friends, family and colleagues.  It is said that homophobia thrives on silence – the silence of the 2SLGBTQQIPAA community and allies alike.  National Coming Out Day acts as a beacon of light, shining into dark corners and dispelling the silence, giving voices back and starting the conversations that lead to healing, acceptance, inclusion and love for all.

Sharing the Light on National Coming Out Day will feature three guest speakers, interactive games, and opportunities for sharing, education and connection.  We hope you can join us!

TIME AND TALENT |NOV 16|4:30 – 7:00 PM|GUC HALL

Mark Your Calendar...The Time & Talent Fundraiser Auction is Coming...

Wednesday, November 16, 2022 is the date you will want to be in the Church Hall, for some great food, great fellowship & great fun...all while raising some funds for the Church 

    4:30pm - Doors Open and Silent Auction bidding begins

    6:00pm - a delicious Roast Beef Dinner

    7:00pm - the Live Auction action begins

Tickets will be $30.00 each and will be available after Monday, October 3rd. Tickets can be purchased from Kim Holmedal, the Church Office, or on Sundays.  Tables of 6 or 8 can be reserved. New this year, debit & credit card payment option is available. 

Our Committee consists of:

    Deb Hines    780-872-4160           Kim Holmedal    780-872-6739

    Barb Holt      780-808-1297           Deb Lundquist   780-871-1652

We will be accepting donations of new, homemade, handmade and antique items for auction, or if you prefer to make a monetary donation...that will graciously be accepted as well. Tax receipts will be issued for donations of $30.00 or more.  Any of us are happy to answer your questions and receive your donations.  Thanks for your support.

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 16 – The Creation story through Music/Dance & Drama

Sunday, October 23 – SUPER SUNDAY – GUC Playschool 4 year old will be performing!

Sunday, October 30 – Creation Story Video and craft

Sunday, November 6 – Creation Story Art

MEALS N MORE|OCTOBER & NOVEMBER |6:00-9:00 PM|GUC

Joyful creations with Tami Kappel and Tanya Robertson.  Gather your friends and come prepare 3 meals plus a dessert item for your family.  We supply all the groceries for your creations.  10 cooking spots are available.  If you would like to support a family in the kitchen, donations are accepted in the office.

 Cost:  $65.00/class or $240.00 for 4 classes

Date:  October 25, Nov 1, Nov 15 & Nov 22nd

 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.

HOMEWORK PROGRAM |TUESDAYS|4:00-5:30 PM|GUC HALL

We’ve missed the kids so bring the GUC Homework Program.  Tuesday, October 18th marks the first day back for students Grades 7-12 at Grace.  Alison Weaver and Brenda Ellison will be our fearless leaders of this program for this year.  Students are transported to and from the program by Border City Connects.  Teachers and tutors will support students in homework from 4:00 – 5:30 pm.  Gramma Hazel and her kitchen crew will prepare a hearty meal for students to enjoy when they arrive after school around 3:45 pm.  If you would like to support this program as a teacher or tutor for any subject area, please get in touch with Alison or Brenda.  Here’s the registration link.

MISSION & SERVICE UPDATE |SEPT 2022|GUC

The Mission and Service fund is grateful for all contributions that this supporting church community has provided.  At the end of September, the contribution to M & S was $21,984.00.  Our goal for this year is $36,000. 

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

 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