Property Committee Roof Report – As some of you know, the church roof shingles were in very poor condition. In fact, we’ve been trying for the last two years to have them replaced. Finally, on August 2nd and 3rd, the shingles were replaced. The completed project had at cost of $31,000 or $250 per bundle of shingles. If you would like to help “keep the roof over our heads”, please consider donating a bundle or part bundle of shingles. All contributions, regardless of size, are graciously appreciated.
Announcements
TICKETS! TICKETS! COME GET YOUR TICKETS FOR OUR ANNIVERSARY DINNER: Please join us for our Anniversary Dinner on October 21st being held at Cowan Heights United Church. Tickets are available at the church office. Cost is $30 per ticket. Come join us for a memorable time.
BOOK CLUB: Calling all book lovers!! Our Book Club meets monthly to discuss the book of the month. The book for September month is ‘The Book of Lost Friends’ by Lisa Wingate. Contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca for information on location and times. New members always welcome!
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 is September 18th. All levels are welcome to join. For more information contact Pam Morgan at 709-691-0214 or pmorgan@mun.ca
UCW NEWS: The United Church Women (UCW) will be resuming their meetings tomorrow, Monday, September 18th at 12:30 pm in Trinity Hall. Please bring your brown bagged lunch. Tea and coffee will be provided. Ladies of the congregation are always welcome. The UCW will be hosting the fellowship time after worship services on September 24th. Please help by bringing along a few sandwiches or sweets to nibble on!
SUNDAY
SCHOOL APPEAL: We are looking for volunteers for a
Sunday School Superintendent so we can get our Sunday School up and running
again! Please speak to Rev. Ian if you are interested!
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.
RECYCLABLES?
The Youth Group continues to collect beverage containers. They must be clean and without caps. Note this is only beverage containers for which deposits are paid. Donations can be dropped off at the church or at any Evergreen Recycling location using the automated system and the church phone number. (Closest locations are Waterford Hospital or Blackmarsh Road).
WEEKLY 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
Worship Service
EVERY Sunday – 11 am
Bulletin
“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.“
It is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:
Bulletin Fund
- In celebration of our 60th Wedding Anniversary on September 18th. From Evelyn and Sid Butt.
- With praise and thanks to God as we celebrate our 62nd Wedding Anniversary on September 15th. From Cyril and Roberta Ivany.
Peace Garden Donations
- A Verazzo Stone has been donated in loving memory of Scott Crocker. From the Family. Forever in our hearts!
- A Verazzo Stone has been donated in honour of our three grandsons – Benjamin, Thomas and Jacob Lem. From Pat and Fred White.
In Our Faith Community
HEARTFELT THANKS FROM BRIDGES TO HOPE: Your unwavering support for our food aid center has allowed us to make a remarkable difference in the lives of those in need. In the month of August 2023, we distributed a total of 738 food hampers to those facing food insecurity. These hampers reached 1,284 individuals and provided essential sustenance to 344 children. Our “Bag to School” program continues to flourish, thanks to your generous support. This year, we distributed 460 school bags to eager young minds.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD-ADULT DAY PROGRAM, BISHOPS GARDENS is now open and accepting new participants. This is a drop-in service, Monday to Friday from 9 am to 3 pm for adults 55 years of age or older in the community, either independent or those who need family support. The Neighbourhood provides fun and compelling activities for participants. For more information, call 709-327-7085 or email info@visittheneighbourhood.com
GOWER STREET BLOCK PARTY: The Anglican Cathedral, The Basilica, Gower Street United Church and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church invite everyone to the annual Gower Street Block Party on September 24th from 12:30 to 3 pm. Join us on Gower Street, in front of the Anglican Cathedral, for live music, entertainment for kids and adults and of course, some food for all. The Gower Street Block Party will be a free community event. Rain date: October 1st.
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
Your generosity to help feed the hungry is much appreciated. The monthly item for September is canned soup. Some ‘weekly flyer specials’ which would be useful for Bridges to Hope for the week of September 14th to 20th are:
No Frills Kraft Dinner $0.99
Lantic Sugar $1.88
Cheez Whiz $3.97
Colemans Minute Maid Juice Boxes (10 pkg) 2/$5.00
Cheez Whiz $3.97
Dominion Graves Apple Juice $0.99
70th Anniversary Fundraisers
THANK YOU from the Anniversary Committee!! Heartfelt thanks to all those who donated and bid on items for our Online Auction Fundraiser for the Peace Garden. We are happy to report that we raised a total of $1,255.00. A little is a lot!!
PEACE GARDEN UPDATE: To date, all benches, 44 stones and general donations have been received for a total of $8,451.41. Verazzo Stones for the retaining wall can be purchased at $100 each in memory of loved ones or in celebration of anniversaries, graduations and birthdays etc. Benches have all been donated. General Donations of any amount towards the project are gratefully accepted and can also be made in memory or celebration of loved ones or events. All donations will be acknowledged. Thank you so much to those who have already donated♥♥
70th Anniversary Calendar of Events
- Sept.24, 2023 11 am dedication service with special speaker Rev Amanda Barnes, president of First Dawn Eastern Edge, followed with a Fellowship Hour
- Oct.21, 2023 6 pm Anniversary Dinner and Basket Walk at Cowan Heights United Church Auditorium
- Oct.22, 2023 11 am Anniversary Service with guest Speaker Rev. Faith March-MacCuish, former Minister of First United Church followed with a Fellowship Hour
If you know or someone you know has a story or a special event that happened at First United and would like to tell the congregation about it, please forward your story to Joan Winsor, email address joanwinsor59@gmail.com. These stories will be read during the service.
*We are looking for old photos of First United to put together a slide show for these services. Photos can be dropped off to the church or email them to the church. These stories will be read during the service. Please stay tuned for more information on the Anniversary Celebrations!!
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E-Transfers Now Possible
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- PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
- 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
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