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. 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
Meri-dian Ukuleles Mon, Sept 26, 4:15 – 5:15 pm, Sanctuary
Handbells Mon, Sept 26, 5:00 – 6:30 pm, Sanctuary
Beginner Handbells Mon, Sept 26, 6:45 – 7:30 pm, Sanctuary
Community Connections Prep Tues, Sept 27, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm, Kitchen
Staff Meeting Tues, Sept 27, 2:30 pm, Boardroom
Fish & Game Meeting Tues, Sept 27, 7:30 pm, Boardroom
AA Meeting Wed, Sept 28, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Hall
Sewing with Grace Thurs, Sept 29, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm, Hall
Outreach Cupboard Thurs, Sept 29, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm, Narthex
Finance Meeting Thurs, Sept 29, 5:00 pm, Boardroom
Youth Nite Thurs, Sept 29, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Hall
Community Choir Thurs, Sept 29, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm, Sanctuary, Choir Room & Hall
Orange Shirt Day Fri, Sept 30, 12:15 pm, Sanctuary
Willms/Bosch Wedding Rehearsal Fri, Sept 30, 3:30 pm, Sanctuary
AA Meeting Fri, Sept 30, 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm, Hall
AA Meeting Sat, Oct 1, 9:00 am - 10:00 am, Hall
Willms/Bosch Wedding Sat, Oct 1, 2:15 pm, Sanctuary
Worship Sun, Oct 2 10:00 am, Sanctuary
Blessing of the Animals Sun, Oct 2, 2:00 pm, South entrance
grass space
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 Canned protein(ham, chicken, tuna (Larger cans for families)
o Instant oatmeal pkgs
o Granola bars
o Toilet paper/ Kleenex
o Juice boxes
ORDER OF WORSHIP – SEPT. 25, 2022
Creation Three – Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost – Super Sunday
Worship led by Rev. Cathy Kinsman,
Pam and Jonathan Rollheiser, Garnet Weaver and the Grace Choir
GOD INVITES US TO WORSHIP
GATHERING MUSIC Opening Singing Prayer Tune of Frére Jacques
God, we thank you, God we thank you, (fold hands)
for this church, for this church. (extend arms to the side)
We are all together, we are all together (hold hands)
in God’s love, in God’s love. (cross arms across chest)
WELCOME
OPENING HYMN “Come In, Come In and Sit Down” (vs. 1,2,4) VU #395
Words and Music: James K. Manley Arr. Darryl Nixon 1987
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 “Soil of God, You and I” MV #174
Words and Music: Jim Hannah, 1995 Arr: David Melhorn-Boe 2006
(Children will go to Sunday School)
WE OFFER OURSELVES TO GOD
PRAYER OF HEALING
Ever-Providing God, you call us to trust you in every circumstance of our lives,
yet far too often, we do not.
In times of struggle and frustration, we lose hope in our future.
When enduring natural disasters, suffering illness, or facing death,
we often grow bitter and forget your love.
Stripped of our stuff, our wealth and status, we try in vain to control our lives.
Eager to be powerful and successful, we wander away from you,
falling into addiction, blind ambition and living beyond our means.
Absorbed by our wants and desires,
we are blind to those around us who really need our care.
Hear us as we ask you in prayer to soften our bitterness that comes from fear.
Turn our hearts to you,
so we might trust - living into the fullness of life you promise.
(Time for silent prayer and meditation)
WORDS OF GRACE AND COMFORT
God’s loving presence never leaves us, not even when we turn away from God.
God offers and answers with honour.
We are refreshed with grace to live in new ways as God’s people. Thanks be to God.
NEW MEMBERSHIP AND TRANSFER CELEBRATION
Adrienne Christopherson – Re-Affirmation of Faith
Yvonne Dunn – New Membership
Kelsi Finnan – New Membership
Stephanie Hurd – New Membership
Marilyn Knowlson-Vermeulen – Transfer of Membership
Jensen Manners – New Membership
Alice Robinson – Re-Affirmation of Faith
Shelly Anne Wierenga – New Membership
Paul Vermeulen – New Membership
. Rachel Anne Young – New Membership
HYMN “I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry” VU #644
Words and Music: John Ylvisaker, 1985
MESSAGE
GOD INVITES US TO RESPOND
OFFERING INVITATION
OFFERING HYMN “Ev’ry Day Is a Day of Thanksgiving” (Chorus only) MV #185
Words and Music: Leonard Burks
OFFERING PRAYER
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
WE GO FORTH IN FAITH
CLOSING HYMN “Draw the Circle Wide” MV #145
Words and Music: Gordon Light 1994 Arr: Michael Bloss 1998
ANNOUNCEMENTS – Life and Work of the Church
BLESSING
CHORAL BENEDICTION “Sing Amen” VU #431
Words and Music: S.C. Molefe 1977
Hymns from More Voices and Voices United are used with permission. One License #A-7252
Upcoming Worship: Scriptures, Lamentations 3:19-26 - Great is God’s Faithfulness 2 Timothy 1:1-14 – A faith lied in your grandmother and mother
Luke 17:5-10 Faith as a mustard seed; we’ve done as we ought.
October 2, 2022 – World Wide Communion – Bannock/International Breads
Creation time 4 in the Season of Pentecost.
Creation prays: Sustain me!
Blessing of the Animals – Celebrating St. Francis of Assisi – 2:00 p.m. on the South entrance grass space. Invite a friend and their critter along! Any and all pets are welcomed as long as they are leashed or caged and supervised by their masters.
STEWARDSHIP SECONDS
Those who have been blessed with riches have a great opportunity to bless others through generosity.
YOUTH NIGHT|SEPT 29|6:00 – 8:30PM |KILLARNEY LAKE
What an amazing kick off for Youth Nites! This past week we had over 10 youth engaged in the mindful activity of journaling. Do you know of a youth who could use the fellowship of friends in a welcoming, safe place? Youth gather every Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30. This upcoming week we finish off JUNK JOURNALS and at the end of the month Mr. Mann teaches us canoeing on the water. YAY GOD!
Thurs, Sept. 29 - Canoeing @ Killarney Lake @ Morgan Mann
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YOUTH CONFIRMATION l SEPT 27 TO NOV 29 l 6:30 - 8:30 PM| GRADE 10 & BEYOND
What is confirmation?
The continuation of Christian growth which began at baptism.
In confirmation, we remember our Baptism, renew our covenant (promises) that our
parents made for us when we were baptized.
Confirmation is not only an opportunity for us to “confirm” our commitment to God and
the Church, it is
- an opportunity to continue to learn and grow in faith, your understanding of God,
Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
- a time to look into the Bible and talk about how it is relevant in today’s world.
- an opportunity to develop some tools that will help you come closer to God.
- a time to learn about the gifts God has given you and how you will use them in
the world to serve another.
- learning about worship, social justice and service.
- a way to get to know more people in the church and community.
- experimentation, friendship in action, a safe place to make mis-takes.
- a committed time for the church community and God to publicly and visibly
“confirm” their commitment to you, as a part of the whole people of God.
Please speak to Rev. Cathy if you are interested in being a part of youth confirmation.
We will meet from Mid-September to mid-November. This will include an overnight retreat at the church.
UCW CALENDARS
The 2023 UCW Calendars are now available at the office for $20.00 each. Payment is by cash or cheque. Get them before they are all gone!
JOY OF MUSIC|START OCT 18|4:00 - 5:00 PM|GUC
The Joy of Music is around the corner and we are looking for kids! Kidz Praize (5-10 years) and Groovin @ Grace (11-18 years) are back and start Tuesday, October 18th from 3:45 – 5:00. 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.
GRACE COMMUNITY CHOIR|SEPT 29|7:30 PM|SANCTUARY AND HALL
Rehearsal & Information Night Thursday, September 15, 2022, 4708 – 50th Ave.
(Entrance at East doors across from Giant Tiger)
Choral experience not necessary, just a love to sing and have fun! All are welcome!
Come and join us as we prepare music for our Christmas Cantata and other special events throughout the year.
Director: Karen Fawcett
BEGINNER HANDBELLS|MONDAYS|6:45-7:30PM|SANCTUARY
No prior musical knowledge or experience needed! There will be 4 weeks of introduction (should attend all 4 weeks) Open to anyone, ages 12 and up. Mondays, Sept 12, 19, 26 and Oct. 3.
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.
CONNECTING COMMUNITY
My life is an open book series
Are you a senior interested in fellowship, physical activity, education and conversation that may challenge stereotypes and prejudices in our world?
If so, the Connecting Community workshops beginning SOON, may be something you wish to attend. FREE!!!
YOU ARE INVITED
Wednesday, September 28th
10:30 – Friends & Fellowship plus coffee
11:00 – Body Break-Mindful Movements- Head to Toe
(The Nest Project)
11:30 – Personal Break
11:45 – Lovely Lunch- provided by UCW
12:15- 12:45- Mindfulness Matters (THE NEST PROJECT)
12:45 – Personal Break
1:00 – My Life is an Open Book (PICK one presenter from choice of 6)
Please let Bev know at the office if you’d like a ticket. WE will get it to you 😊
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.
Please contact Marilyn McAllister at 780-808-4245, or Lynda Campbell at 306-821-2575.
All donations are greatly appreciated.
THE PICKUPS| OCT 16 & NOV 20|9:30 AM SANCTUARY
Do you play an instrument or want to share your singing voice with the congregation? Our Pick-Up group might be right for you. The Pick-Ups is a worship band that once a month helps to lead the music before and during the regular Sunday service. As the name suggests, these members just pick up their instruments and rehearse before the service. A variety of instruments show up on any given Pick-Up Sunday (piano, guitar, bass guitar, banjo, drums, guitar, flute, clarinet, hand percussion, ukulele and vocalists.)
This group welcomes instrumentalists and vocalists of all ages who want to use their talents to praise our maker and who feel comfortable performing. Interested persons should be able to spend some time rehearsing individually prior to Pick-Up Sunday.
Upcoming Pick-Up Sundays: October 16th, November 20th. For more information contact Brenda Ellison @ brenda.ellison36@gmail.com of 780-871-4791.
ORANGE SHIRT DAY |SEPT 30|12:15 PM|SANCTUARY
Grace United will be marking Orange Shirt Day on Friday, September 30th from 12:15-12:45 pm in the Sanctuary.
All are welcome to attend this quiet, meditative time. Please consider wearing an Orange shirt to remember and honoring Indigenous children who were taken from their homes, families and communities to residential institutions.
This year, Indigenous communities across the country continue to share the truth they have always known: that many of the children who never returned home remain on the grounds of those institutions in unmarked burial sites. These communities are now seeking to honour the missing children.
On Orange Shirt Day we also observe the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation.
For non-Indigenous Christians in particular, this is a time to reflect on their role in colonialism and the ongoing responsibility to make reparations.
Why Orange?
Phyllis Jack Webstad from the Stswecem’c Xgat’tem First Nation went to St. Joseph Mission Residential School. On her first day of school, Phyllis wore an orange shirt that her grandmother had given her. It was immediately taken away, and 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 to remember those events and their ongoing impact.
CD DESSERT BINGO FUNDRAISER |OCT 16|2:00-4:00PM|GUC HALL
It’s DESSERT BINGO from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and Brian Sheppard has agreed to be the BINGO CALLER!!! This is an intergenerational activity of pure fun for all ages. All are welcome to come play bingo and win desserts. Bingo cards are $5.00 each to play for the afternoon. If you’d like to sponsor a family, donations of $25.00 will be accepted at the office. We are also looking for donations of desserts, any kind of dessert. (cookies, cakes, cupcakes, pies). All desserts can be dropped off at the Church on BINGO DAY between 9:30 a.m. – 11:30. Thanks everyone!
AUTUMN FALL BASKET CD FUNRAISER|OCT 2|GUC
Christian Development is holding an Autumn Basket(s) raffle. Get your tickets for a chance to win one of our 4 amazing baskets to help with holiday entertaining or to pamper yourself with! Tickets can be purchased for $2.00/ticket or 3 for $5.00. Tickets will be available in the Narthex before/after service on Sept 25th. Tickets are also available in the office.
NEXT SUPER SUNDAY| October 23|GUC|SANCTUARY/HALL
Worship, Playschool families, Super Sunday school and lunch for all
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