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Announcements

UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS: The Youth Group will be selling United Church Calendars again this year as part of their fundraising. Calendars are just $10. Please call the church office if you would like to order a calendar or two. These make great Christmas gifts!!

MITTEN TREE: Christmas is almost here and the annual mitten tree is up in the church vestibule.  Please consider making a donation to the tree of hats, mittens, gloves, scarves or warm socks. All items will be distributed to those in need.

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service
January 5th 11 am – Worship Service
January 12th 11 am – Worship Service   

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Building Fund

  • In loving memory of Chesley and Mary Granter. From daughter Joan and son-in-law Doug Bursey and family.

UCW Christmas Lights

  • In loving memory of Robert Johnston Sr. and Robert Johnston Jr. From Inez Johnston.
  • In memory of George Legge and in celebration of Christmas. From Nina Legge.

 

NOTICE FROM STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE: The church books will close on December 31st for 2024. Any monies received after December 31st will be recorded for 2025. 

 THANK YOU:  The UCW would like to say a BIG thank you to all who contributed to their collection of personal care items for Carew Lodge/Stella’s Circle. We were able to fill a large Christmas gift bag for each of the residents at Carew Lodge and give a very generous donation to Stella’s Circle. Without your response, we would not be able to continue this wonderful outreach project. Again, many thanks to all!!! 

In Our Faith Community

BROADVIEW MAGAZINE RENEWAL AND SUBSCRIPTION:

The United Church Broadview connects you to congregations across the country and informs you of United Church news locally, nationally and around the world. To renew or take out a subscription, please put $30 in an envelope marked “Broadview”, include your name and address and put it in the offering plate.

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BRIDGES TO HOPE: During the month of November, Bridges served 1754 individuals and distributed 844 food hampers. If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for December is canned meat. 

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

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United Church of Canada

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United Church of Canada

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E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

The office hours for July and August are Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to noon.

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GARDEN CAFÉ Sign up!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. Thank you to all who have been helping out in the café to date.  We have posted a schedule for December and January months for folks to sign up to help.  We only need one or two names for each Sunday.  Thanks again♥♥

UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS: The Youth Group will be selling United Church Calendars again this year as part of their fundraising. Calendars are just $10. Please call the church office if you would like to order a calendar or two. These make great Christmas gifts!!

QUILTING GROUP: The next meeting will be December 16th in the Multipurpose Room. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

BOOK CLUB:  The December meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for December 18th.  The book for December month is ‘The Little Liars’ by Mitch Albom.  For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

VESPER SERVICE TONIGHT AT 7 PM: Don’t forget to join us tonight for our Evening Vesper Service led by our Youth Group.   

MITTEN TREE: Christmas is just around the corner and the annual mitten tree is now up in the church vestibule.  Please consider making a donation to the tree of hats, mittens, gloves, scarves or warm socks. All items will be distributed to those in need.

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, we could use your help. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee. If you can help, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194.

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service
January 5th 11 am – Worship Service
January 12th 11 am – Worship Service   

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Local Fund

  • In loving memory of our parents, Stephen Thistle and Gertie, and William and Mary Casey. From John Thistle and Sharon.

THANK YOU:  The UCW would like to say a BIG thank you to all who contributed to their collection of personal care items for Carew Lodge/Stella’s Circle. We were able to fill a large Christmas gift bag for each of the residents at Carew Lodge and give a very generous donation to Stella’s Circle. Without your response, we would not be able to continue this wonderful outreach project. Again, many thanks to all!!!  

THANK YOU: The Stewardship Committee acknowledges with thanks a donation of $1000 to the Building Fund from “Little Darlings” from their sale of used books.  Many thanks to Chrissy.

In Our Faith Community

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICES – St. James United Church:is in the process of organizing a Blue Christmas Service for December 17th at 7 pm. More information to follow. hxcg

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BRIDGES TO HOPE: During the month of November, Bridges served 1754 individuals and distributed 844 food hampers. If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for December is canned meat. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for December 12th to 18th are:

No Frills Oasis Juice $1.00
Dominion Sugar *$1.99
Sobeys Colgate Toothpaste $0.88

*with PC Optimum Card

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

The office hours for July and August are Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to noon.

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Constant Contact

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA – December 14th, 8 to 10 am: Come and enjoy a fun time at our breakfast with Santa for young and old here in our Trinity Hall. Breakfast will consist of pancakes, sausages, boiled eggs, toast, juice, tea and coffee. Just $8 for adults and $5 for children.
No presale tickets, just pay at the door! Santa is looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Announcements

NL HEALTH SERVICES: GRIEVING: COPING WITH THE HOLIDAYS: St. John’s, Kenmount Terrace Community Centre, 85 Messenger Drive: Thursday, November 28th, 1:30-3 pm, Thursday, December 5th, 7-8:30 pm, please register as space is limited to 40 people. Also, virtual (via zoom) sessions will be held Tuesday, December 3rd from 6-7:30 pm (hosted by the central zone) and Tuesday, December 10th from 7-8:30 pm (hosted by the eastern zones). To register, please contact: griefandbereavement@easternhealth.ca

UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS: The Youth Group will be selling United Church Calendars again this year as part of their fundraising. Calendars are just $10. Please call the church office if you would like to order a calendar or two. These make great Christmas gifts!!

QUILTING GROUP: The next meeting will be December 16th in the Multipurpose Room. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

BOOK CLUB:  The December meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for December 18th.  The book for December month is ‘The Little Liars’ by Mitch Albom.  For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

Don’t forget to join us tonight at 7 pm for our UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE

MITTEN TREE: Christmas is just around the corner and the annual mitten tree is now up in the church vestibule.  Please consider making a donation to the tree of hats, mittens, gloves, scarves or warm socks. All items will be distributed to those in need.

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, we could use your help. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee. If you can help, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194.

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Local Fund

  • In loving memory of a wonderful husband and father, Walter Noseworthy. From Marion and Family.

Building Fund

  • In loving memory of Ray Bennett. From Lorne and Doreen Squires.
  • In memory of Ray Bennett. From Ralph and Ethel Hiscock.
  • In memory of Wayne Hooper. From Ralph and Ethel Hiscock.
  • In memory of Dorothy Ivey. From Ralph and Ethel Hiscock.

THANK YOU:  The Stewardship Committee acknowledges with thanks $2,560 received from the UCW Bakeless Bake Sale. Many thanks to all who contributed.

In Our Faith Community

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICES – St. James United Church:is in the process of organizing a Blue Christmas Service for December 17th at 7 pm. More information to follow. hxcg

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BROADVIEW MAGAZINE RENEWAL AND SUBSCRIPTION: The United Church Broadview connects you to congregations across the country and informs you of United Church news locally, nationally and around the world. To renew or take out a subscription, please put $30 in an envelope marked “Broadview”, include your name and address and put it in the offering plate. Deadline to renew is December 10th.

BRIDGES TO HOPE: During the month of November, Bridges served 1754 individuals and distributed 844 food hampers. If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for December is canned meat. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for December 5th to 11th are:

No Frills Campbell’s Soups $0.88
Lawtons Colgate Toothpaste $0.99
Heinz Beans or Pasta 4/$5.00*
Dominion Graves Apple Juice $1.25
Ocean’s Light Tuna $1.29

*3 days only – Dec. 6-8

 

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

The office hours for July and August are Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to noon.

Not on Our Email List Yet?... Click below.
Constant Contact

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA – December 14th, 8 to 10 am: Come and enjoy a fun time at our breakfast with Santa for young and old here in our Trinity Hall. Breakfast will consist of pancakes, sausages, boiled eggs, toast, juice, tea and coffee. Just $8 for adults and $5 for children.
No presale tickets, just pay at the door! Santa is looking forward to seeing everyone there!

Announcements

NL HEALTH SERVICES: GRIEVING: COPING WITH THE HOLIDAYS: St. John’s, Kenmount Terrace Community Centre, 85 Messenger Drive: Thursday, November 28th, 1:30-3 pm, Thursday, December 5th, 7-8:30 pm, please register as space is limited to 40 people. Also, virtual (via zoom) sessions will be held Tuesday, December 3rd from 6-7:30 pm (hosted by the central zone) and Tuesday, December 10th from 7-8:30 pm (hosted by the eastern zones). To register, please contact: griefandbereavement@easternhealth.ca

UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS: The Youth Group will be selling United Church Calendars again this year as part of their fundraising. Calendars are just $10. Please call the church office if you would like to order a calendar or two. These make great Christmas gifts!!

MEN’S CLUB MEETING: The next Men’s Club meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 2nd, 5:30 for 6 pm.  All men are welcome!

QUILTING GROUP: The next meeting will be December 2nd in the Multipurpose Room. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

BOOK CLUB:  The December meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for December 18th.  The book for December month is ‘The Little Liars’ by Mitch Albom.  For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

WHITE GIFT SERVICE:  Next Sunday is our White Gift Service. Please don’t forget to bring your white gift wrapped donations or white enveloped monetary donations for the service. All will be collected during the service.  Many thanks.

MITTEN TREE: Christmas is just around the corner and the annual mitten tree is now up in the church vestibule.  Please consider making a donation to the tree of hats, mittens, gloves, scarves or warm socks. All items will be distributed to those in need.

UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE: The UCW is once again hosting a Christmas Lights Service on Sunday, December 8th beginning at 7:00 pm.  If you would like to make a special donation “In Memory of” or “In Celebration of” loved one/s, you will find a form included in our recent church mail-out.  An acknowledgement of your donation will be made during the service. Join us at the service to share the light of Christmas. Any questions, please call the church office.

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, we could use your help. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee. If you can help, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194. 

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

The following donations have been received in memory of Raymond Bennett:

Local Fund – Alice Blundon, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Snook, Miriam Moore, Roger Moore, Gary and Cynthia Gorman, Carol Gorman.

Building Fund – Pat and Fred White, Andrew and Jillian White, Jill and Fred Perry, Geraldine Critch, The Lem Family – Janet, Peter, Benjamin, Thomas and Jacob.

Local Fund

  • In memory of Loved Ones. From Pearl Hodder

♥♥♥ THANK YOU:  The Stewardship Committee acknowledges with thanks a cheque for $1,000 towards local expenses from First United Church Men’s Club.

In Our Faith Community

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICES – St. James United Church:is in the process of organizing a Blue Christmas Service for December 17th at 7 pm. More information to follow. hxcg

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BROADVIEW MAGAZINE RENEWAL AND SUBSCRIPTION: The United Church Broadview connects you to congregations across the country and informs you of United Church news locally, nationally and around the world. To renew or take out a subscription, please put $30 in an envelope marked “Broadview”, include your name and address and put it in the offering plate. Deadline to renew is December 10th.

FOOD DRIVE – November 27th to December 6th for Bridges to Hope: Here at First United Church we will be collecting non-perishable food items for Bridges to Hope to help fill their shelves before Christmas!! Let’s give the most important gifts we can give for this holiday season!!! Items can be dropped off at the church office Wednesday to Friday from 10 am to 2 pm or during Sunday service. The need is greater than ever! For more information, see insert with today’s announcements.

BRIDGES TO HOPE: Food bank demand in Canada has risen 90% since 2019. The need is greater than we think!! If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for December is canned meat. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for November 28th to December 4th are:

Walmart Franco American Canned Gravy $0.77
No Frills No Name Tuna $1.00
Unico Diced Tomatoes $1.25
Dominion No Name Peanut Butter $2.99
Ocean’s Light Tuna $1.29

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

The office hours for July and August are Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to noon.

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Constant Contact

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Announcements

NL HEALTH SERVICES: GRIEVING: COPING WITH THE HOLIDAYS: St. John’s, Kenmount Terrace Community Centre, 85 Messenger Drive: Thursday, November 28th, 1:30-3 pm, Thursday, December 5th, 7-8:30 pm, please register as space is limited to 40 people. Also, virtual (via zoom) sessions will be held Tuesday, December 3rd from 6-7:30 pm (hosted by the central zone) and Tuesday, December 10th from 7-8:30 pm (hosted by the eastern zones). To register, please contact: griefandbereavement@easternhealth.ca

UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS: The Youth Group will be selling United Church Calendars again this year as part of their fundraising. Calendars are just $10. Please call the church office if you would like to order a calendar or two. These make great Christmas gifts!!

GARDEN CAFÉ Sign up!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. Thank you to all who have been helping out in the café to date.  We have posted a schedule for November and December months for folks to sign up to help.  We only need one or two names for each Sunday.  Thanks again♥♥

MEN’S CLUB MEETING: The next Men’s Club meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 2nd, 5:30 for 6 pm.  All men are welcome!

QUILTING GROUP: The next meeting will be December 2nd in the Multipurpose Room. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

BOOK CLUB:  The November meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for November 27th.  The book for November month is ‘The Keeper of Hidden Books’ by Madeline Martin. For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DECORATING: We will be decorating the church for Christmas on Saturday, November 30th at 6 pm.  If you can spare a few hours to help out and get you in the Christmas spirit, we would love to see you! All members welcome!

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA – December 14th, 8 to 10 am: Come and enjoy a fun time at our breakfast with Santa for young and old here in our Trinity Hall. Breakfast will consist of pancakes, sausages, boiled eggs, toast, juice, tea and coffee. Just $8 for adults and $5 for children.
No presale tickets, just pay at the door! Santa is looking forward to seeing everyone there!

UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE: The UCW is once again hosting a Christmas Lights Service on Sunday, December 8th beginning at 7:00 pm.  If you would like to make a special donation “In Memory of” or “In Celebration of” loved one/s, you will find a form included in our recent church mail-out.  An acknowledgement of your donation will be made during the service. Join us at the service to share the light of Christmas. Any questions, please call the church office.

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, we could use your help. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee. If you can help, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194. 

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
November 24th 11 am – Worship Service
December 1st 11 am – 1st Sunday of Advent/Communion
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Local Fund

  • In loving memory of my parents, Vi and Jack Bailey’s November birthdays. From Nelson. God Bless!
  • In loving memory of my grandparents, Vi and Jack Bailey’s November birthdays. From grandson Scott Bailey.

Building Fund

  • In precious, loving memory of Dorothy and Robert Francis. From daughter Elizabeth and grandson Scott. Forever loved and missed every day!

In Our Faith Community

GOWER CHURCH 52nd ONLINE AUCTION: Check out their auction at https://bartlettauctions.com/auctions/24636-52nd-annual-gower-street-united-church-fall-auction Bidding is open until 7 pm today.

BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICES – St. James United Church:is in the process of organizing a Blue Christmas Service for December 17th at 7 pm. More information to follow. hxcg

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BROADVIEW MAGAZINE RENEWAL AND SUBSCRIPTION: The United Church Broadview connects you to congregations across the country and informs you of United Church news locally, nationally and around the world. To renew or take out a subscription, please put $30 in an envelope marked “Broadview”, include your name and address and put it in the offering plate. Deadline to renew is December 10th.

TOPSAIL UNITED CHURCH FALL CRAFT/BAKE SALE will be held on Saturday, November 30th from 10 am to 1 pm.  All are welcome!

FOOD DRIVE – November 27th to December 6th for Bridges to Hope: Here at First United Church we will be collecting non-perishable food items for Bridges to Hope to help fill their shelves before Christmas!! Let’s give the most important gifts we can give for this holiday season!!! Items can be dropped off at the church office Wednesday to Friday from 10 am to 2 pm or during Sunday service. The need is greater than ever! For more information, see insert with today’s announcements.

BRIDGES TO HOPE: Food bank demand in Canada has risen 90% since 2019. The need is greater than we think!! If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for November is crackers. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for November 21st to 27th are:

Walmart Clover Leaf Tuna $0.97
No Frills Oasis Juice $1.00
No Name Soups $0.79

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

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United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada

Subscribe to the national newsletter
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E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

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For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
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SCROOGE – It’s the Hap-Hap-Happiest Time of the Year! November 21-24, St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre. Get your tickets for this Peter MacDonald Production. Our own Peter MacDonald as Ebenezer Scrooge! Tickets are available at the Arts and Culture Centre Box office – 739-3900 or artsandculturecentre.com

UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE: The UCW is once again hosting a Christmas Lights Service on Sunday, December 8th beginning at 7:00 pm.  If you would like to make a special donation “In Memory of” or “In Celebration of” loved one/s, you can click here.  An acknowledgement of your donation will be made during the service. Join us at the service to share the light of Christmas. Any questions, please call the church office.

GARDEN CAFÉ Sign up!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. Thank you to all who have been helping out in the café to date.  We have posted a schedule for November and December months for folks to sign up to help.  We only need one or two names for each Sunday.  Thanks again♥♥

PURDY’S CHOCOLATES FUNDRAISER:  We will be selling Purdy’s chocolates again this year. To order, go to website: 

https://fundraising.purdys.com/1600222-118825.   Follow the instructions to sign in or to register. Then click on Join a Campaign, First United Church, and start shopping! The campaign number is 73726. If you need help ordering, drop by the church on Tuesday, November 5th or 19th from 10 am to 12 noon.

QUILTING GROUP: The Quilting Group meets the first, third and fifth Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be tomorrow, November 18th. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

BOOK CLUB:  The November meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for November 27th.  The book for November month is ‘The Keeper of Hidden Books’ by Madeline Martin. For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DECORATING: We will be decorating the church for Christmas on Saturday, November 30th at 6 pm.  If you can spare a few hours to help out and get you in the Christmas spirit, we would love to see you! All members welcome!

BIBLE STUDY: Our last Bible Study session will be this Wednesday at 10:30 am in the Multipurpose Room. We will be discussing ‘The Prodigal Son’. All are still welcome to join in even if you haven’t been attending weekly.  

UCW MEETING: The UCW will meet tomorrow, Monday, November 18th at 12:30 pm in Trinity Hall. As usual, please bring your own lunch. Tea and coffee will be supplied. The UCW Annual Shower for Carew Lodge and Emmanuel House will also be held tomorrow. Donations of personal items can be dropped off between 1:30 and 3 pm. Please use the Trinity Hall (Churchill Avenue) entrance.  Christmas gift bags will be filled for each of the 24 residents of Carew Lodge… a project that was started approximately 20 years ago. All ladies of the congregation are welcome to come along and help sort the items and help fill the gift bags. “Come see what we do”. If members of the congregation cannot drop off items tomorrow, donations will also be accepted at the church office on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 10 am and 2 pm, or on Sunday morning.        

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! We still need some folks to add to our usher list. If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee.  Please contact Sara Case. 

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
November 17th 11 am – Worship Service
November 24th 11 am – Worship Service
December 1st 11 am – 1st Sunday of Advent/Communion
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Building Fund

  • In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Frank Adams. From wife Norma and family.
  • In loving memory of Steve and Gertie Thistle and William and Mary Casey. From Sharon and John Thistle.
  • In honor of our 64th Wedding Anniversary on Monday, November 18th. From Doreen and Lorne Squires.

In Our Faith Community

JOHN’S CITADEL – SING WE NOEL: Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 at 7 pm. 25 Adams Avenue. Tickets cost $20, available at the Citadel office from 10 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday. Cash only. Featuring: Bella Nova Choir, Darrin Martin, Jubilate Male Chorus, Brass Ensemble. For more information, see poster in foyer.

TOPSAIL UNITED CHURCH FALL CRAFT/BAKE SALE will be held on Saturday, November 30th from 10 am to 1 pm.  All are welcome!

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BRIDGES TO HOPE: During the month of October, Bridges distributed 731 food hampers, 58 of which were folks who had turned to a food bank for the first time. Food assistance was provided to 1,539 individuals. Food bank demand in Canada has risen 90% since 2019. The need is greater than we think!! If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for November is crackers. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for November 14th to 20th are:

Colemans Favourite Mandarin Oranges $0.99
Dominion Campbell’s Soup $1.00
PC Apple Juice $1.00
Lawtons Heinz Tomato Soup $0.77
Crest/Colgate Toothpaste $0.87
Shoppers Crest/Colgate Toothpaste $0.88

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

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SCROOGE – It’s the Hap-Hap-Happiest Time of the Year! November 21-24, St. John’s Arts and Culture Centre. Get your tickets for this Peter MacDonald Production. Our own Peter MacDonald as Ebenezer Scrooge! Tickets are available at the Arts and Culture Centre Box office – 739-3900 or artsandculturecentre.com

UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE: The UCW is once again hosting a Christmas Lights Service on Sunday, December 8th beginning at 7:00 pm.  If you would like to make a special donation “In Memory of” or “In Celebration of” loved one/s, you can click here.  An acknowledgement of your donation will be made during the service. Join us at the service to share the light of Christmas. Any questions, please call the church office.

GARDEN CAFÉ Sign up!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. Thank you to all who have been helping out in the café to date.  We have posted a schedule for November and December months to folks to sign up to help.  We only need one or two names for each Sunday.  Thanks again♥♥

PURDY’S CHOCOLATES FUNDRAISER:  We will be selling Purdy’s chocolates again this year. To order, go to website: 

https://fundraising.purdys.com/1600222-118825.   Follow the instructions to sign in or to register. Then click on Join a Campaign, First United Church, and start shopping! The campaign number is 73726. If you need help ordering, drop by the church on Tuesday, November 5th or 19th from 10 am to 12 noon.

QUILTING GROUP: The Quilting Group meets the first, third and fifth Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be November 18th. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

BOOK CLUB:  The November meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for November 27th.  The book for November month is ‘The Keeper of Hidden Books’ by Madeline Martin. For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

BIBLE STUDY:  Rev. Karen is offering a Bible Study group here at First United on Wednesdays at 10:30 am in the Multipurpose Room. All are welcome!  If you haven’t attended any sessions to date, it is not too late to join in!

UCW MEETING: The UCW will meet on Monday, November 18th at 12:30 pm in Trinity Hall. As usual, please bring your own lunch. Tea and coffee will be supplied. The UCW Annual Shower for Carew Lodge and Emmanuel House will also be held on November 18th. Donations of personal items can be dropped off on the 18th between 1:30 and 3 pm. Please use the Trinity Hall (Churchill Avenue) entrance.  Christmas gift bags will be filled for each of the 24 residents of Carew Lodge… a project that was started approximately 20 years ago. All ladies of the congregation are welcome to come along and help sort the items and help fill the gift bags. “Come see what we do”. If members of the congregation cannot drop off items on the 18th, donations will also be accepted at the church office on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 10 am and 2 pm, or on Sunday morning.        

UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE: The UCW is once again hosting a Christmas Lights Service on Sunday, December 8th beginning at 7:00 pm.  If you would like to make a special donation “In Memory of” or “In Celebration of” loved one/s, you will find a form included in our church mailout going out this week.  An acknowledgement of your donation will be made during the service. Join us at the service to share the light of Christmas. Any questions, please call the church office.

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! Many on our usher teams have had illness and are unable to continue their usher duties. We are in real need of several people. If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee.  Please contact Sara Case. 

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
November 10th 11 am – Remembrance Day Service
November 17th 11 am – Worship Service
November 24th 11 am – Worship Service
December 1st 11 am – 1st Sunday of Advent/Communion
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Bulletin Fund

  • In loving memory of parents Richard and Shirley Rideout. From Wayne and Madeline Rideout.
  • In memory of mom, Bernice Mehaney, whose birthday would have been November 9th. Forever loved and forever missed. From Cynthia and Carl Burt.

In Our Faith Community

JOHN’S CITADEL – SING WE NOEL: Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 at 7 pm. 25 Adams Avenue. Tickets cost $20, available at the Citadel office from 10 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday. Cash only. Featuring: Bella Nova Choir, Darrin Martin, Jubilate Male Chorus, Brass Ensemble. For more information, see poster in foyer.

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

BRIDGES TO HOPE: During the month of October, Bridges distributed 731 food hampers, 58 of which were folks who had turned to a food bank for the first time. Food assistance was provided to 1,539 individuals. Food bank demand in Canada has risen 90% since 2019. The need is greater than we think!! If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for November is crackers. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for November 7th to 13th are:

Walmart Colgate Toothpaste $0.84
Colemans Cordon Blue Beef Gravy $0.99
Dominion No Name Rice Crackers $1.00
No Name Instant Noodle Soup $1.00
PC Blue Menu Canned Tomatoes 3/$5.00

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

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MUSICAL EVENING WITH SHELLEY NEVILLE AND PETER HALLEY: Tomorrow night – November 4th at 7 pm.  If you haven’t picked up your tickets yet – time is running out!! Tickets are $25 and are available after Sunday service today or at the door. Payment by cash or cheque only.

CAN PROJECT REMINDER: Just a friendly reminder about our Can Project. Hope you have been able to put a few coins into your cans over the past summer months to help out! If you could please bring them in it would be most appreciated!! Many thanks to those of you who have already returned your cans. 

GARDEN CAFÉ Help Needed!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. We are looking for folks to help out in the café for setting up/clean up and serving of tea and coffee. Please speak to Carolyn Rice or someone in the café if you can help out!    

PURDY’S CHOCOLATES FUNDRAISER:  We will be selling Purdy’s chocolates again this year. To order, go to website: 

https://fundraising.purdys.com/1600222-118825.   Follow the instructions to sign in or to register. Then click on Join a Campaign, First United Church, and start shopping! The campaign number is 73726. If you need help ordering, drop by the church on Tuesday, November 5th or 19th from 10 am to 12 noon.

BOOK CLUB:  The November meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for November 27th.  The book for November month is ‘The Keeper of Hidden Books’ by Madeline Martin. For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

QUILTING GROUP: The Quilting Group meets the first, third and fifth Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be November 18th. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

BIBLE STUDY:  Rev. Karen is offering a Bible Study group here at First United on Wednesdays at 10:30 am in the Multipurpose Room. All are welcome!  If you haven’t attended any sessions to date, it is not too late to join in!

MEN’S CLUB MEETING: Our Men’s Club will be having their monthly meeting in Trinity Hall this Tuesday night, November 5th at 5:30, supper at 6 pm. Any questions, please call the church office.

NEXT UCW MEETING: The next meeting of our UCW is scheduled for Monday, November 18th at 12:30 in Trinity Hall. Please bring a bagged lunch, tea and coffee supplied.  All ladies of the congregation are welcome.

UCW CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SERVICE: The UCW is once again hosting a Christmas Lights Service on Sunday, December 8th beginning at 7:00 pm.  If you would like to make a special donation “In Memory of” or “In Celebration of” loved one/s, you will find a form included in our church mailout going out this week.  An acknowledgement of your donation will be made during the service. Join us at the service to share the light of Christmas. Any questions, please call the church office.

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! Many on our usher teams have had illness and are unable to continue their usher duties. We are in real need of several people. If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee.  Please contact Sara Case. 

REMEMBRANCE DAY:  We are looking for a list of people from our congregation who have served or are serving in the armed forces. We would like to acknowledge them on this special day. Please submit any names to church office.

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
November 3rd 11 am – Communion Service
November 10th 11 am – Remembrance Day Service
November 17th 11 am – Worship Service
November 24th 11 am – Worship Service
December 1st 11 am – 1st Sunday of Advent/Communion
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

In Our Faith Community

UNITED IN SPIRIT: A NIGHT OF FAITH AND FUN:  Gower Street United Church, November 5th, 5 to 7 pm – For youth in Grades 7-12.  An Evening of Board Games, Food and Community with our region’s Minister for Children, Youth and Young Adults, Rev. Catherine Stuart. Please contact Rev. Rebecca Pike (rebecca.pike@nl.rogers.com) to RSVP.

FREE CHORAL CONCERT: HEART’S DELIGHT: A Celebration of Treble Voices in Newfoundland – a free concert today at 4 pm at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist featuring the following choirs from around our province: Lady Cove, Bella Nova, Cantus Silva, Aurora Women’s Choir, Celeste, Holy Heart Trebles. 

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, 58 Smallwood Drive –  AFTERNOON CARD GAME Monday, November 4th at 2 pm. Cost is $6.  All are welcome.

JOHN’S CITADEL – SING WE NOEL: Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 at 7 pm. 25 Adams Avenue. Tickets cost $20, available at the Citadel office from 10 am to 3 pm Monday to Friday. Cash only. Featuring: Bella Nova Choir, Darrin Martin, Jubilate Male Chorus, Brass Ensemble. For more information, see poster in foyer.

BRIDGES TO HOPE: If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for November is crackers. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for October 21st to November 6th are:

Walmart Campbells’s Soup $0.77
Colgate Toothpaste $0.84
No Frills Maple Leaf Flakes of Ham $1.25
No Name Pieces/Stems Mushrooms $0.99
Dominion No Name Peanut Butter $2.99
No Name Instant Noodles $0.39

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

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United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada
Find out more about 44th General Council

Subscribe to the national newsletter
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Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

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For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
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TRUNK OR TREAT, October 27th, 5 pm: The Youth Group will be having their annual pumpkin carving in Trinity Hall and ‘Trunk or Treat’ in the church parking lot. Decorate your vehicle and bring some treats for the kids. All ages can participate! Come out for a ghoulish time!

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Announcements

MUSICAL EVENING WITH SHELLEY NEVILLE AND PETER HALLEY: We are excited to announce a concert with the very talented Shelley and Peter here at First United Church for Monday, November 4th at 7 pm.  Tickets are $25 and will be available September 30th.   

BIBLE STUDY:  Rev. Karen is offering a Bible Study group here at First United on Wednesdays at 10:30 am in the Multipurpose Room. All are welcome!  If you haven’t attended any sessions to date, it is not too late to join in!

CAN PROJECT REMINDER: Just a friendly reminder about our Can Project. Hope you have been able to put a few coins into your cans over the past summer months to help out! If you could please bring them in it would be most appreciated!! Many thanks to those of you who have already returned your cans. 

GARDEN CAFÉ Help Needed!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. We are looking for folks to help out in the café for setting up/clean up and serving of tea and coffee. Please speak to Carolyn Rice or someone in the café if you can help out!    

PURDY’S CHOCOLATES FUNDRAISER:  We will be selling Purdy’s chocolates again this year. To order, go to website: 

https://fundraising.purdys.com/1600222-118825.   Follow the instructions to sign in or to register. Then click on Join a Campaign, First United Church, and start shopping! The campaign number is 73726. If you need help ordering, drop by the church on Tuesday, November 5th or 19th from 10 am to 12 noon.

BOOK CLUB:  The October meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for October 30th.  The book for October month is ‘A Great Country’ by Shilpi Somaya Gowda. For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

QUILTING GROUP: The Quilting Group meets the first, third and fifth Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be October 28th. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

UCW Plate Project Update-due back February of 2025

USHERS NEEDED/WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEMBERS NEEDED! Many on our usher teams have had illness and are unable to continue their usher duties. We are in real need of several people. If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-368-2194. The Worship Committee is also in need of a couple of members to help out on their committee.  Please contact Sara Case. 

REMEMBRANCE DAY:  We are looking for a list of people from our congregation who have served or are serving in the armed forces. We would like to acknowledge them on this special day. Please submit any names to church office.

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

RECYCLABLES?

 Our Youth Group collects beverage containers for recycling. If you would like to drop off your beverage recycling at the church, here’s what can be recycled: aluminum can; plastic containers; glass bottles; steel cans; drink boxes (tetra); mini sips (drink pouches) etc. (Please wash out all bottles and remove all caps before dropping them off.) This is a great fund raiser for the youth and the Youth Group thanks you for your support.

NoticeWEEKLY BULLETIN DEDICATIONS: Now that we have resumed printing bulletins, you may dedicate a bulletin in memory of a loved one or in celebration of a special event. If you would like to do so, please put your name and phone number for a specific date on the sign-up sheet located on the bulletin board in the vestibule or call the church office at 368-2194.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
October 27th 11 am – Worship Service
November 3rd 11 am – Communion Service
November 10th 11 am – Remembrance Day Service
November 17th 11 am – Worship Service
November 24th 11 am – Worship Service
December 1st 11 am – 1st Sunday of Advent/Communion
December 8th 11 am – 2nd Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
7 pm – UCW Christmas Lights Service
December 15th 11 am – 3rd Sunday of Advent
7 pm – Evening Vesper Service (Youth Group)
December 22nd 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/Choir Cantata
December 24th 4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service
December 29th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

   We welcome today into the Body of Christ, through the Sacrament of Baptism:

Maci Marie Lake, daughter of Shannon and Mason Lake.

Thank you to the United Church Women for donating the Baptism Candle.
Please Note: It is the policy of First United Church that pictures not be taken during the Sacrament of Baptism Ceremony.  The Minister will be available after the service for pictures. Thank you for your co-operation. 

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Bulletin Fund

  • In loving memory of my brother Jimmy Randell. From sister Wanda and family.

In Our Faith Community

UNITED IN SPIRIT: A NIGHT OF FAITH AND FUN:  Gower Street United Church, November 5th, 5 to 7 pm – For youth in Grades 7-12.  An Evening of Board Games, Food and Community with our region’s Minister for Children, Youth and Young Adults, Rev. Catherine Stuart. Please contact Rev. Rebecca Pike (rebecca.pike@nl.rogers.com) to RSVP.

FREE CHORAL CONCERT: HEART’S DELIGHT: A Celebration of Treble Voices in Newfoundland – a free concert today at 4 pm at the Basilica of St. John the Baptist featuring the following choirs from around our province: Lady Cove, Bella Nova, Cantus Silva, Aurora Women’s Choir, Celeste, Holy Heart Trebles. 

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION, 58 Smallwood Drive –  AFTERNOON CARD GAME Monday, November 4th at 2 pm. Cost is $6.  All are welcome.

BRIDGES TO HOPE: If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for October is canned milk. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for October 24th to October 30th are:

Walmart Primo Pasta $0.97
Palmolive Dish Soap $1.86
No Frills No Name Evaporated Milk $0.99
Dominion Graves Apple Juice $0.99
No Name Soup $0.99

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada
Find out more about 44th General Council

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

The office hours for July and August are Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to noon.

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ANNIVERSARY/THANK YOU SUNDAY TODAY: Don’t forget to join us in Trinity Hall immediately after today’s service for refreshments to celebrate our church anniversary and give thanks to many.

Click here

Announcements

MUSICAL EVENING WITH SHELLEY NEVILLE AND PETER HALLEY: We are excited to announce a concert with the very talented Shelley and Peter here at First United Church for Monday, November 4th at 7 pm.  Tickets are $25 and will be available September 30th.   

BIBLE STUDY:  Rev. Karen is offering a Bible Study group here at First United on Wednesdays at 10:30 am in the Multipurpose Room. Readings for the session can be found on the table in foyer for those who would like to pick up a copy to study prior to the date. 

CAN PROJECT REMINDER: Just a friendly reminder about our Can Project. Hope you have been able to put a few coins into your cans over the past summer months to help out! If you could please bring them in it would be most appreciated!! Many thanks to those of you who have already returned your cans. 

TRUNK OR TREAT, October 27th, 5 pm: The Youth Group will be having their annual pumpkin carving in Trinity Hall and ‘Trunk or Treat’ in the church parking lot. Decorate your vehicle and bring some treats for the kids. All ages can participate! Come out for a ghoulish time!

GARDEN CAFÉ Help Needed!  Don’t forget to join us in the Garden Café for tea/coffee before church service from 10 -10:45 am. We are looking for folks to help out in the café for setting up/clean up and serving of tea and coffee. Please speak to Carolyn Rice or someone in the café if you can help out!    

UCW MEETING: The next meeting of our UCW is scheduled for Monday, October 21th in Trinity Hall at 12:30 pm. Remember to bring along a friend and please bring a bagged lunch for you and your friend. Tea and coffee provided. All women are welcome to join in for snacking and chatting and prayer!!!!

BOOK CLUB:  The October meeting of the Book Club is scheduled for October 30th.  The book for October month is ‘A Great Country’ by Shilpi Somaya Gowda. For more details, contact Pam Morgan at pmorgan@mun.ca or 709-691-0214.

QUILTING GROUP: The Quilting Group meets the first, third and fifth Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Multipurpose Room. The next meeting will be October 21st. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca

UCW Plate Project Update-due back February of 2025

USHERS NEEDED!!!! Many on our usher teams have had illness over the past little while and are unable to continue their usher duties. We are in real need of several people. If you come to church on Sundays and are able to help in any way in being an usher, please speak to Sara Case on Sunday or contact her at 709-746-0935 or call the church office at 709-369-2194.

REMEMBRANCE DAY:  We are looking for a list of people from our congregation who have served or are serving in the armed forces. We would like to acknowledge them on this special day. Please submit any names to church office.

FOOD BANK SUNDAY: The first Sunday of the month is designated as Food Bank Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.

BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer.  if you would like to make a contribution.  Thank you for your continued support. 

RECYCLABLES?

 Our Youth Group collects beverage containers for recycling. If you would like to drop off your beverage recycling at the church, here’s what can be recycled: aluminum can; plastic containers; glass bottles; steel cans; drink boxes (tetra); mini sips (drink pouches) etc. (Please wash out all bottles and remove all caps before dropping them off.) This is a great fund raiser for the youth and the Youth Group thanks you for your support.

NoticeWEEKLY BULLETIN DEDICATIONS: Now that we have resumed printing bulletins, you may dedicate a bulletin in memory of a loved one or in celebration of a special event. If you would like to do so, please put your name and phone number for a specific date on the sign-up sheet located on the bulletin board in the vestibule or call the church office at 368-2194.

Worship Schedule

Come Worship with Us!

at 221 Park Avenue

Mount Pearl

Services are also live-streamed on YouTube

Worship Service

EVERY Sunday – 11 am

SCHEDULE OF OUR UPCOMING SERVICES
October 20th 11 am – Anniversary/Thank You Sunday
October 27th 11 am – Worship Service
November 3rd 11 am – Communion Service
November 10th 11 am – Remembrance Day Service
November 17th 11 am – Worship Service
November 24th 11 am – Worship Service

Bulletin

Worship Services Online

Starts at 11 am

“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq.  We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples.   May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“

Gifts - GivingIt is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:

Local Fund

  • In memory of Elizabeth Crewe from Vera Marshall, John and Freda Martin, John and Eileen Sullivan.

  • In loving memory of our nephew, Dr. Wade Kean, who passed away in New Brunswick on September 13th, 2024 at the age of 68. A celebration of life will be held on October 20th, 2024 at the Elks Club, St. John’s.  From Sam and Dorothy Melendy.

Building Fund

  • In precious loving memory of Dorothy Francis. From daughter Elizabeth and grandson Scott. Forever loved and missed more every day!

In Our Faith Community

CHURCH OF THE ASCENSION is having a Fall Fair and Morning Coffee on Saturday, October 26th from 9:30 am to 12 noon. Admission is $2.00. Morning coffee is $6.00. As well, there will be burgers and a drink available for $5.00. 

FLIPPER DINNER JIMMY PRATT SOUP KITCHEN:  The Jimmy Pratt Soup Kitchen, in the lower level of the former George Street United Church, will be offering Flipper Dinners with all the fixings, including tea, coffee and dessert on Tuesday, October 22nd. Take out @ 4:30 pm, Eat-in @ 5:30 pm.  Tickets are $30 and must be paid in advance by Tuesday, October 15th. The number of available meals is limited. Please reserve your ticket by calling 709-726-8781 or 709-685-0066, or visit their office at 25 Buchanan Street, Monday to Friday between 8 am and 12 noon.   

United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East

320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL

UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop

TOPSAIL UNITED CHURCH will be holding a Flea Market on Saturday, October 26th from 9:30 am until 1pm. Admission is $1.00. All are welcome!

BRIDGES TO HOPE: If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in bin in the foyer here at First United. Bridges thanks all those who donate. The monthly item needed for October is canned milk. Some weekly flyer items helpful for food hampers for October 17th to October 23rd are:

Walmart Clover Leaf Tuna $0.97
Palmolive Dish Soap $1.86
No Frills Clover Leaf Tuna $0.99
Heinz Beans $0.99
Colemans Favorite Pieces/Stems Mushrooms $0.99
Dominion No Name Peanut Butter $2.99
No Name Soup $0.99

Updates from Regional Council and UCC

First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council

First Dawn logo
Click here for Weekly Announcements

United Church of Canada

United Church of Canada Website
Connect with Mission and Service
United Church of Canada
Find out more about 44th General Council

Subscribe to the national newsletter
Click Below 

E-newsletter

Donating to First United

Four convenients ways you can donate to First United

In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online

For more details visit the How to Donate Page

Note:  If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other.  If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.

  • 709-368-2194 (office)
  • PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
  • 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
  • firstunited@nf.aibn.com
  • If emergency call 709-687-2147
email via website

The office hours for July and August are Wednesday and Thursday 9 am to noon.

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