MINISTER’S MESSAGE
Rev. Steve Gillam
Greetings, everyone.
Important news: I have switched from shorts and flip flops to long pants and shoes. Several people have been startled. But, do not be alarmed. Like shorter days, cooler nights, and the brilliant colours, the covering of my knees and toes is just another sign of the changing season.
Okay. That was a bit silly. But I’d like to talk about moving into Autumn, and how we deal with change. Sometimes, we consider “change” a four-letter word. (Isn’t it funny that we say that? “Love” and “cake” are four-letter words… Anyway…) Change throws us off. Change disturbs us. Already I’m hearing people complaining about how dark it’s getting; how cold it is at night. And soon our discussions of the beautiful fall leaves will turn to grumbling about the mess that needs to be raked.
So, my message this week is this: let your spirit find joy in expressing gratitude. Embrace the change, and the opportunity to slow down and reflect. Find one thing each day in the wonder and beauty of creation that calls you to feel joy, peace, wonder, gratefulness. Be kind to nature. And in doing so, be kind to yourself. Heal your spirit.
“Be glad, fields, and everything in you! The trees in the woods will shout for joy!” (Psalm 96:12 GNV)
Peace.
Rev. Steve
Sunday, September 24, 2023
11:00 A.M.
Worship Song: VU#381 “Spirit of Life”
Hymn: VU#217 “All Creatures of Our God and King”
Connections: Water
Hymn: MV#135 “Called by Earth and Sky”
Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16
Reflection: From fairness to love
Hymn: VU#227 “For the Fruit of All Creation”
Prayers and The Lord’s Prayer (VU959)
Sung Dedication: Tune “Edelweiss”
Hymn: VU#271 “There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy”
You may join the service via Zoom at:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7197797321?pwd=RmF4Q0c1UVJlN1BIaUhEM1gvTk1MZz09
Meeting ID: 719 779 7321, Passcode: 442730
Or by phone at: 438-809-7799
The service from September 17th may be viewed at: https://youtu.be/5nQOzcYlW7Q
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COMING UP:
Saturday, September 23: Balcony Boutique Rummage Sale 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Clothing in the balcony and coffee and conversation downstairs. BJ Bell happily reports a profit of $215 from the last sale. The Balcony Boutique will open on the second and 4th Saturdays of each month. Upcoming dates: October 14th, October 28th. Donations of clean clothing, and help with sorting and selling are always welcome. Contact BJ Bell at 514-630-5007, or by email at bjbell2010@gmail.com
Zoom Coffee: Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Tune in at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7197797321?pwd=RmF4Q0c1UVJlN1BIaUhEM1gvTk1MZz09.
St. Edward’s honouring of Deacon Gerry Foley and his wife Helen, on their retirement: Saturday, September 30. Mass at 4:30 p.m. followed by a potluck supper. Please indicate your intention to attend on the sign-up sheet posted in the hall, or contact Craig Buchanan at 514-886-8746 or by email at craiglangbuchanan@gmail.com.
Sunday, October 1st: Worldwide Communion Sunday. We will gather around the table for this sacrament, remembering our siblings of the global faith family. The focus of our service will be on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30th, also known as Orange Shirt Day. We’ll tell the story of the orange shirt, and learn from our history, praying for truth, reconciliation, healing, a stronger future together.
BLESSING OF THE PETS
St. Edward the Confessor invites us to join in their annual blessing of the pets on September 30, at 10:00 a.m., on the back lawn of the church. This is a time to bless and give thanks for our special animal companions.
Craig Buchanan from St. Edward tells us: “This celebration is open to anyone in the community, so invite the dog walkers in your neighbourhood.”
September 30th is our National Day for Truth and Reconciliation,
so be sure to wear your orange shirt!
WE GIVE THANKS
The email address for e-transfer is: ltuc98givings@gmail.com. Please include your envelope number and indicate how you wish to have your offering divided. If not indicated, it will be designated as local offering.
Cheques should be made payable to Lakeshore Trinity United Church. They may be dropped in the mail slot at the church or sent by regular mail if you are not attending church in person.
Rev. Steve Gillam can be reached by phone or text at 514-235-9383 or by email at macduffsdad@hotmail.com.
Lakeshore Trinity United Church
98 Aurora Ave. Pointe-Claire, QC, H9R 3G7
514-697-6459
The church office is open Tuesday to Friday mornings from 9 AM to noon.
email: lakeshoretrinityunited@gmail.com
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