NEWS FROM THE PEWS. Service this week at St. Andrew's. September 30, 2018 Theme: Noah s Ark

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1 Page 1 September 27th, 2018 NEWS FROM THE PEWS NEWS AND INSPIRATION FROM ST. ANDREW S UNITED CHURCH, GEORGETOWN, Sunday Sept. 30 Reader: Mike Sprague Greeters: Margo Baird and Greg Howard Ushers: Bert and Carolyn Burns AV Operators: Bryan Scott and Ryan Wilson Counters: Ross Yahiro Announcements: Christian Education Next week, Sunday Oct. 7 Reader: Bev Whatmough Greeters: Pat Moore and Jean Brown Ushers: Joan Hunter and Valerie Jordan AV Operators: Margaret Yahiro and Bruce Munro Counters: Bruce Munro and Ross Yahiro Announcements: Trustees Service this week at St. Andrew's On Sunday, we will be looking at the story of Noah and the Ark. In Noah s time he heard the call by God to build a huge Ark. He had to decide whether to obey God s commands to do so or choose to follow his own pathway. Choosing to follow God can be a risky move as we don t know how life will work out for us. For Noah, he spent countless hours, days, weeks, or years following details instructions for how to build a boat large enough to save all the animal species on the planet. Imagine the conversations Noah must have been having with himself asking why he would go to so much trouble building the ark when his contemporaries likely ridiculed and made fun of him. They must have September 30, 2018 Theme: Noah s Ark thought Noah had lost his mind. Yet Noah continued to remain faithful and followed God s plan. Following God s plan isn t always easy for us either. There will be times when we loose sight of the bigger picture of life, and question why God would direct us to do certain things. In the service we will be discussing this and more. We will look at the hope and promises God brings us when we are facing struggles in our lives. Scripture Readings: Genesis 7:1-10, 8:1-12, 9:8-17 Sermon: Hope and Promise

2 Page 2 PRAYER NOTE FOR OUR CHURCH FAMILY: Marilyn Webster (Daughter of Milt and Doris Rapien) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marilyn Webster, the daughter of Milt and Doris Rapien, sister to Doug and aunt to Teresa. Marilyn passed away peacefully at Grand River Hospital in Kitchener on Friday, September 21, 2018 at the age of 62. We offer our prayers, support and condolences to her husband David and to the Rapien family. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will take place at Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre (1001 Ottawa St. S.) Kitchener on Saturday, September 29 from 2-5 pm. Casual Dress is welcome. May God surround the Webster and Rapien Families with his love and peace. Obituary can be found at: COME OUT TO CHOIR - THURSDAY EVENINGS Please join us on Thursday evenings at 7:00 pm for an evening of fun and song. You do not have to read music nor be a great singer. There is safety in numbers! We will be looking at Fall and Christmas music and working on anthems, small group, and solos. Looking forward to seeing you there! Sue Whaley COMMUNITY TABLE DINNER AND CLOTHING GIVEAWAY - LAST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 - THANK YOU! Thank you to the Outreach Committee and to everyone who volunteered (e.g. setting up, decorating, serving, cooking and preparing the meal, cleaning up and putting away, etc.) at the Community Dinner. Thank you also to all who attended the Community Table Dinner last Friday. A special thank you to Allison s for giving a discount on the corn and to Gord Robinson who donated the chicken.

3 Page 3 CHRISTMAS PLAY PRACTICES Hello Everyone, Yes, it's that time of year again! The Christmas Play practices have started! If you are interested and can t make it out please Stephanie Scott at sscott23@cogeco.ca and let her know. Next few play practices: NO practice this Sunday, September 30 th Saturday, October 6th 4:00-5:15 pm Sunday, October 14th 4:00-5:30 pm Saturday October 20th 4:00-5:15 pm Performances will be on December 8th & 9th BIBLE STUDY GROUP - STARTED TODAY SEPTEMBER 27th AT 10:00 AM The Bible Study Group is starting up again on THURSDAY MORNINGS AT 10:00 AM We will be following the Sunday theme from the previous week. Everyone is welcome to attend! CIRCLE OF FRIENDS There is a group of ladies that meet at the church (in the fellowship room) on the 2nd, 4th and 5th Fridays of the month from 9:30-11:30 am. Come and join us for fellowship and refreshments. Our next meeting is tomorrow, Friday, September 28th, **** YOUTH GROUP TOMORROW **** The St. Andrew s Youth Group will be meeting tomorrow on Friday, September 28th 6:30-8:30 PM. Any youth in grades 7 and up are welcome to attend. Contact Rev. Grant Williams for more information!

4 Page 4 MEN S BREAKFAST CLUB AT ST. ANDREW S Saturday, September 29th, 2018 at 8:30 am Fall is coming and that will bring the first men's breakfast in September. Thank you to Rick Armstrong for taking the lead with the meal! All you can eat for only $5 dollars. Good fellowship and conversation. At this breakfast, a conversation should be held on how to continue with this monthly. Hope to see you there! Please see Alan Grundy or Rick Armstrong for tickets! BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS SERVICE - NEW LOCATION Sunday September 30th at 2 PM Blessing of the Animals Service will be held on Sunday, September 30th at 2 PM at Dominion Gardens Park All God's Creature GREAT and SMALL... our God Loves them All! St. Andrew s will be holding our Blessing of the Animals service. Come and join us for a casual service of readings and a special blessing for your favourite creatures. Any pets are welcome to come. Cats, Dogs, Rabbits, Fish, Birds, Reptiles and perhaps a Horse. Some specialty Pet Vendors will be also participating in the event. More details will be available soon. Please be sure to keep your dogs on a leash, small animals in cages. A photo of your pet is welcome too. This is a community event and all are welcome to attend even without pets!

5 Page 5 OUTREACH MEETING ON MONDAY There will be an Outreach meeting on Monday, October 1st at 7:00 pm in the Fellowship Room. CHRISTMAS CRAFT SHOW 2018 (Yes - we are already starting to think about Christmas!) will be held on Saturday, November 3rd, 2018 VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED This is our second largest Fundraiser and we need lots of support to make it a success! Please start thinking about Personal Donations for the Silent Auction and Raffle. Contact: Joanne Wardle Thank you for your continued support of our events! The next planning meeting is on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7 pm. PRAYER CIRCLE St. Andrew s will be offering a Prayer Circle meeting on Wednesday October 3 at 7 PM. This will be an informal time to come together to share prayers, stories and support those in our lives who are having a difficult time in their lives. All are welcome! If you have a prayer request to be included in this gathering please speak to Rev. Grant Williams.

6 Page 6 **** NEW JUNIOR YOUTH GROUP **** Hey, Calling All Youth in grades 4 to grade 6. Our first youth group meetings are going to be held on Saturday, October 13th and Saturday, November 10th. So save these dates and plan to attend. Please speak to Scott or Christina Martin if you have questions. More information to follow. HALLOWEEN PARTY SATURDAY OCTOBER 27TH 1-3 PM This year we are holding our Annual Halloween Party for kids. There will be games, crafts, a costume contest, Haunted House and finger food. All are welcome to this event. For more information or if you want to help out contact Grant Williams. NEW MEMBERS If you are feeling called by God into membership at St. Andrew s we will be receiving new members through Certificate Transfer, Profession of Faith and Reaffirmation of Faith later this Fall. If you would like to find out more contact Rev. Grant Williams. FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY FOR SUNDAY SERVICES If you would like to place flowers on the altar table for a Sunday service, in memory of a loved one, to celebrate a special occasion or "just because", please write your name on the schedule that is on the bulletin board across from the office and/or /phone Valerie Jordan jordanheirs@yahoo.com or phone or contact the church office.

7 Page 7 60TH ANNIVERSARY ANNOUNCEMENTS Important Dates: October 21st - The Queensmen chorus in concert Sunday afternoon at St. Andrew's. - Tickets on sale now. November 24th - We are going back in time with a 50's themed party. - Tickets on sale now. - Limited number of tickets available. - No ticket sales at the door. - Deadline to purchase: November 16th. November 25th - Special Anniversary service and celebration. OUR DAILY BREAD BOOKLETS - FOR OCT/NOV/DEC 2018 ARE NOW AVAILABLE Please find them on the table by the photocopier. A donation of $1 would be appreciated.

8 Page 8 DON T FORGET TO CHECK YOUR MAIL SLOT ONCE IN A WHILE This is a reminder to check your mail slot once in a while especially if you don t have . There is some mail that is currently in the mail slots at the end of the hallway (alphabetical order by LAST name). Thank you! WANTED - AUDIO/VIDEO (A/V) OPERATORS FOR SUNDAY AND SPECIAL SERVICES We are looking for a few more people to help out with the A/V (Audio/Video) role in the Sunday Service and periodically special services (the people at the back!). It s an easy way for High School students to add to their volunteer hours. Training will be provided! If you can use a mouse, you can do the Video portion and if you can push a button and slide levers back and forth, you can do the Audio portion! If interested, please contact the office or Bryan Scott! Thank you! RENTAL SPACE AVAILABLE St. Andrew s United Church reaches out to the Community in many different ways. Effective immediately we have space available for rent. Please contact our Church Office to inquire about Rental Space for your Group, Organization or Personal Needs. i.e. Reception, Workshop, Birthday Party, Anniversary Party, Dinner, Meeting etc. We have a fully equipped, certified Kitchen able to handle any type of event, with a Hall capacity of 120 with tables and chairs or 170 with chairs only. We offer competitive rates and a variety of rental space options. We may have what you are looking for. Give us a call for Rental Rates and Availability.

9 Page 9 COMMUNITY COMMUNITY UNITY COAT DRIVE Warm someone's Heart this Fall!!! We will be collecting coats at the Community Unity Tent at the Farmers Market every Saturday from 8:00 am - 12:30 pm through October 13th The coats will be distributed throughout our community to those in need. Sponsored by Community Unity - Local Churches Working Together Making a Difference in Our Community BOARD GAMES FOR NEWCOMERS AT THE LIBRARY Bring the whole family! Are you looking for a fun way to practice your English conversation skills and meet new people? Join us for an afternoon of games and conversation! Saturdays: September 29th, October 27th, November 24th 1:00-3:00 PM Georgetown Branch, 9 Church Street, Halton Public Library, more info: hhpl.on.ca HUGE JIGSAW PUZZLE SALE Saturday, September 29, am to 2pm Trinity United Church, 70 Mill Street East, Acton For more info call New puzzles, good used puzzles, Ravensburger, Cobble Hill, Springbok Over 1000 puzzles Cash or cheque only

10 Page 10 Culture Days -September 28, 29, 30, 2018 see: KAIROS BLANKET EXERCISE (KBE) Saturday, September 29th, :00-4:00 p.m. St. Paul Church Hall, 16 Adamson Street South, Norval, ON L0P 1K0 The Blanket Exercise as an interactive way of learning about the past and current history of the relationship between Indigenous and non-indigenous peoples in Canada. The KBE uses blankets to represent the lands of what is now called Canada, and the distinct cultures and nations which live on those lands to this day. The KBE is an Event of Culture Days Halton Hills. Contact: Please register by Eventbrite Presented by the Norval Community Association The St. John's United Church of Georgetown and Glen Williams Presents: THE 4TH ANNUAL INSPIRING SPACES CONCERT SERIES, 2018 Sunday, September 30 at 2:00 pm - Inspiring Trio - Russell Braun, Baritone, Chris CiGolea, Trumpet and Carolyn Maule, Piano Tickets - $30 in advance ($35 at the door) Students $15 St. John s United Church, 11 Guelph Street, Georgetown Doors open 30 minutes before concert time. Following each concert, please join us for a reception with the artists. Tickets available at ticketscene.ca or from our church office by calling Culture Days -September 28, 29, 30, 2018 see: FREE FILM - "MORE THAN HONEY" - The wings, the flight, the buzz of a Honeybee is OnBeat! Sunday, September 30th, 2018 Doors open: 12:30 pm Film starts: 1:00 pm John Elliott Theatre, 9 Church St., Georgetown Presented by: P.O.W.E.R. (Protect Our Water and Environmental Resources)

11 Page 11 T.I.M.E. EXERCISE PROGRAM Do you want to become more confident in your balance? Do you want to get fit and increase your energy? Join the T.I.M.E. (Together in Movement and Exercise) Exercise Program. Who? Tailored to people who are able to walk 10 metres (about 30 feet) with or without a walking aid and who live with conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, acquired brain injury or weakness after a hospital stay. What? An exercise program for people who have balance and mobility problems. Designed by physiotherapists and led by certified fitness instructors. Each class lasts 1 hour and consists of a seated warm-up, exercise stations and a cool-down. There is an optional social for 30 minutes following each class. Bring your lunch/snack and stay a while! Where? Hillsview Active Living Centre When? Mondays and Thursdays - October 1st to December 3rd, :15 am to 10:15 am and 10:15 am to 10:45 am Optional social. Cost? $ HST. (sponsored by the Hillsview Active Living Centre) Fee may be waived in accordance with the Town of Halton Hills Afforability Policy More Info: Margaret Taylor - Active Living Coordinator ext or MargaretT@haltonhills.ca Equilibrium a Mental Health Support Group for those affected by Depression or Bipolar Disorder with T.E.A.C.H. - an update on support programs and courses (Teach, Empower, Advocate for Community Health) Guest speaker: Bryony Kavanagh, Program Coordinator with T.E.A.C.H. Bryony will be sharing information about on-going and new programs and courses provided by the T.E.A.C.H. organization. Please join us - discussion to follow. Date: Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 (Note: This is the 4th, not last Wednesday of the month) Doors open at 7:00 pm. Meeting is at 7:30 pm. Location: Norval United Church, 486 Guelph Street, Norval - Free admission. For more information: georgetown@equilibrium-oakville.com Canadian Mental Health Assoc

12 Page 12 ENGLISH CONVERSATION CIRCLE AT THE LIBRARY Join us for a fun, relaxed, social night out to practice your English skills with fluent english speakers and a certified instructor. Newcomers to Canada always welcome! Drop-in, no registration required. Thursday evenings 6:00-8:00 pm Georgetown Branch, 9 Church Street; Halton Public Library ; more info: hhpl.on.ca 6th ANNUAL SPIRITUAL PRACTICES RETREAT Saturday, October 13th, 2018 from 9 AM to 4 PM 8:30 Am Gathering and Refreshment Scott Mission Retreat Centre, 3852 The Grange Sideroad, Caledon Workshops: Soulful Singing, Sacred Circle Dance, Nia, Gentle Yoga, Forest Therapy- Contemplative Walk, Introduction to Tai Chi, Meditation, Native Wisdom and Drumming, Social Justice as a Spiritual Practice. $50 - includes three Workshops. Bring a brown bag lunch. Refreshments and Childcare provided. For More Information and to Register Contact: or secretary@mayfieldunitedchurch.org Presented by GIFT (a group of United Churches located in Peel, Wellington and Dufferin working together. TORONTO UNITED CHURCH COUNCIL'S HEART & VISION 10TH ANNUAL AWARDS CONCERT Monday, October 15, 2018 at Metropolitan United Church Jackie Richardson will perform again this year. Council's Heart & Vision Awards honor and celebrate achievements in the field of social justice AWARD RECIPIENTS: Senator Murray Sinclair and Grafton and Eileen Antone. Check the event page for more details: Musical line up featuring Jackie Richardson, Cylene Marie Morrison and others TBA, including an ensemble of First Nations dancers and drummers. Doors open at 7 pm. Concert begins at 7:30 pm. Reception to follow at 9:30 pm. TICKETS: $150/ticket - performance and reception* or $25/ticket - performance only *A charitable receipt will be issued for a portion of the $150 ticket price. Proceeds support Council s Community Relief Fund which partners social ministries across South Central Ontario. See tucc.ca for further information or to purchase tickets online. CONTACT US TO RESERVE YOUR TICKET: Ali Hayes, Toronto United Church Council ext. 31 or Wertheim Court, Richmond Hill ON L4B 1B9

13 Page 13 "Pass It On" marathon team in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon Over the past nine years, volunteer boosters of United Church camping programs in south central Ontario have raised more than $150,000 in support of property and building upkeep and new construction at our church s camps. They've done it by walking or running as part of Council's "Pass It On!" marathon team in the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon. The marathon offers three different courses (marathon, half marathon, and 5 km) and is open to walkers and runners of all ages and speeds. Camp Big Canoe, Camp Simpresca, Camp Scugog, Sparrow Lake Camp and Ryde Lake Camp make a real difference in children's lives. Joining the "Pass It On!" Marathon is a great way to support these important youth ministries. This year's marathon takes place on Sunday October Please contact Ali Hayes at Ext. 31 to arrange your registration as a walker or runner/fundraiser or simply register online at You can follow the registration instructions included here : df Use one of the following codes for discounted registration as a charity fundraiser participant and, if you raise more than $200, we will reimburse your registration fee: Marathon or Half Marathon ($80): 18TUCC42K 5k ($40): 18TUCC5K 5k with Stroller ($50): 18TUCC5ST If you aren't able to participate, follow the links below to support your camp or all of the camps: To Support All Camps: Supporting All Camps To Support CAMP BIG CANOE: Supporting CAMP BIG CANOE To Support SPARROW LAKE CAMP: Supporting SPARROW LAKE CAMP To Support CAMP SIMPRESCA: Supporting CAMP SIMPRESCA To Support CAMP SCUGOG: Supporting CAMP SCUGOG To Support RYDE LAKE CAMP Supporting RYDE LAKE CAMP

14 Page 14 HOSPICE VOLUNTEER TRAINING A good listener is what makes an excellent Hospice Visiting Volunteer - no special super powers required! Often people are reluctant to take on hospice work, but once they do, they discover it is one of the most meaningful experiences they'll ever have. To learn how to companion a person with a life-threatening illness, join us for our September training session. Next training session: Thursdays from September 27 to November 27, :30am - 12:30pm Acclaim Health, 2370 Speers Rd., Oakville More information: hospice-volunteer-visiting/ Apply online: Bereavement Peer Support volunteer. Next training session: Mondays from October 15 to December 3, :00pm - 4:00pm Acclaim Health, 2370 Speers Rd., Oakville BEREAVEMENT PEER SUPPORT TRAINING Have you experienced grief yourself and are now strong enough to help someone else move forward? Are you a caring and compassionate listener? Help another through the grieving process by becoming a More information: bereavement-support/ Apply online: Acclaim Health - Life-changing care.

15 Page 15 OUR CHURCH VISION Growing In Faith Together actively serving Our God Our Church Family Our Community Week-at-a-Glance Thursday, September 27th, :00 am Bible Study 7:00 pm Choir Practice Friday, September 28th, :30 am Circle of Friends 6:30 pm Senior Youth Group Saturday, September 29th, :30 am Men s Breakfast Sunday, September 30th, :00 am Worship 2:00 pm Blessing of the Pet Service at Dominion Gardens Monday, October 1st, :00 pm Outreach Meeting Tuesday, October 2nd, :00 pm Coffee House 7:00 pm Christmas Craft Show Meeting Wednesday, October 3rd, :30 am Guitar Group 7:00 pm Prayer Circle Meeting Thursday, October 4th, :00 am Bible Study 7:00 pm Choir Practice Saturday, October 6th, :00 pm Christmas Play Practice Sunday, October 7th, Bread Basket Sunday 10:00 am Worship Humour Corner A minister tells of his first Sunday in a new parish and of presenting the children's message. It seems the sanctuary in the new church had some magnificent stained glass windows, so his message centered on how each of us is called to help make up the whole picture of life (the life of the community of the faithful). Like the pictures in the windows, it takes many little panels of glass to make the whole picture. And then he said, "You see each one of you is a little pane." And then pointing to each child, "You're a little pane. And you're a little pane. And you're a little pane. And..." It took a few moments before he realized why everyone was laughing so hard. Have a Nice Day!

16 from the Pews Page 16 Page 16 Grant s World Last Sunday Gord Rae celebrated his 90th birthday with St. Andrew s. It was so nice to see so many church members and family members come help him celebrate. The catering group did an amazing job with the lunch and the room was quite full. Gord has been with St. Andrew s since the beginning of the congregation in 1958, as a charter member. We give Gord thanks for his commitment and contributions over the years. We wish him well as he celebrates his birthday and we hope he will celebrate many more to come. Happy Birthday Gord! This Sunday afternoon, we will be holding a Blessing of the Pets service at 2 pm in the Dominion Gardens Park Gazebo. This will be a new adventure for St. Andrew s holding this service off site. We have had donations from Pet Value and Ruffins Pet Center to give away and Happy Tails Canine Rehab will be on site helping owners of senior dogs and those with mobility issues. We will also have some refreshments available for our human friends attending also. Please bring your pets along, any pets are welcome, but please keep them secured by a leash or in a cage. Come on out and join us for the fun and networking with others in our community. This fall our senior Youth group will be meeting on alternate weeks. We have a variety of in church and offsite activities planned. There is a core group of about 6-10 youth coming regularly, but we also need the support of the church to help volunteer as leaders and drivers to our activities. If you can help, please let me know. I will post a sign that can be used to volunteer for meetings. See you on Sunday Blessings, Grant

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18 from the Pews Page 18 Page 18 GORD REA S 90TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION LAST SUNDAY! GORD, HOPE YOU HAD A HAPPY BIRTHDAY ON MONDAY! (Thank you to Gord Robinson for taking the photos!)

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26 from the Pews Page 26 Page 26 STAYING CONNECTED TO ST. ANDREW'S ONLINE! St. Andrew s has a Facebook site at: On the site you will find news about upcoming events, pictures, videos and daily devotionals. Please like our site! Check it out! You can also follow us on to read late breaking news. Our Website at includes lots of information about St. Andrew s programs, events and ministries. Contact us: is the electronic newsletter of St. Andrew's United Church, Georgetown, Ontario, produced every Thursday. If you would like to publicize an event, please send it in the body of an (not as an attachment) to: standrewsoffice@cogeco.ca by Wednesday at noon. For further information, contact our secretary, Margaret Yahiro, or our Minister, Rev. Grant Williams, at Address: 89 Mountainview Road South Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4T9 Phone: Website: Church Secretary/Office: standrewsoffice@cogeco.ca Office Hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Thursdays: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Minister s Hours: by Appointment Rev. Grant Williams: standrewsminister@cogeco.ca

27 Page 27 CONGRATULATIONS, ST. ANDREW S!