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Fond Farewell
I am doing a lot of things for the last time right now, as my ministry with Beach United draws to a close. These are bittersweet moments because wonderful memories surface but there are also feelings of sadness. It is all part of the journey of endings and beginnings which make up all of our lives.
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In this last eBlast message, I want to say a sincere thank you for the many gifts you have given me over the years and last Sunday a tangible gift of money. I am going to donate the money you have shared with me so very generously to three organizations close to my heart. In this way your gifts will ripple out into the world and continue to make a difference.
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Mission & Service Fund UCC – “Pay it forward”, $25 provides a full vaccination to someone in the world who needs one. Donated 25 x $25 [Vaccine procurement, logistics, and delivery provided through UNICEF]
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David Suzuki Foundation – gifts for a healthy planet that promote climate solutions, protect critters and support a safer future for all. Donated $625
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Fred Victor - provides housing and shelter in Toronto for men, women and families who live in extreme poverty, are marginally housed or are homeless. Donated $625
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EVENTS & WEBSITE LINKS click the blue links to connect
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Theme: “Listening to Angels”
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Christmas Eve December 24, 7.30 pm. Gift of music from Don Gray.
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Boxing Day December 26, 10.30 am. Telling the story through the eyes of the dreamer, Joseph, who listened to angels.
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The videos will be posted on Facebook and the Sunday Morning webpage.
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HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS: the church office will be closed from Dec 24 – Jan 3: reopening on Jan 4th.
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2022 Offering Envelopes are available in the new year from the office during the week 8am – 12noon.
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A huge THANK YOU to Amy Truscott, who is relinquishing the role of “Envelope Steward” after many years of diligent service. Amy’s attention to detail and caring has been very much appreciated.
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Virtual Kairos Blanket Exercise on Sunday, Jan 16th from 2-5pm via Zoom
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This program is offered by KAIROS Canada an ecumenical group working for ecological justice and human rights around the globe. The Blanket Exercise was created to respond to the 94 Calls to Action created by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. For more information and to register, please click this link
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Watch out for the details of the January virtual worship services which will be sent out via eBlast on Monday December 27th.
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