Friday, March 30, 2012
St. Thomas 135th Anniversary Celebration
St. Thomas Congregation 135th Anniversary Weekend 1877 - 2012
Guest Ministry: President Stephen M. Veazey
“Celebrating Our Past … Journeying Forward Together”
For directions and complete info click here.
Friday, May 4, 2012 Peace Awards Ceremony 7:00 p.m.
Light Reception to follow
(R.S.V.P. to Sara @ cofchrist_st@rogers.com for numbers for reception)
Saturday, May 5, 2012“Celebrating Our Heritage”
Light Luncheon & Open House 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
(R.S.V.P. to Sara @ cofchrist_st@rogers.com for attendance at luncheon.
Free will donations gratefully accepted)
Workshops2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Catered Meal (ham & scalloped potatoes) 5:00 p.m.
Price: $15/per person (only 100 tickets available)
To reserve tickets, call the church office @ 519-633-1270 or e-mail Sara @ cofchrist_st@rogers.com Payment can then be mailed to:
Community of Christ
Re: Anniversary Weekend
105 Fairview Ave.
St. Thomas, On N5R 4X7
Re-Seal of Cornerstone Contents 6:30 p.m.
Congregational Photo (front lawn - weather permitting)
Heritage Service with Praise Service Intro. 7:00 p.m.
Worship with Guest Speaker, President Stephen Veazey.
Contemporary Christian Hymns led by the Praise Band.
Sunday, May 6, 2012 “Journeying Forward Together”
Praise Service 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service with President Stephen M. Veazey 10:00 a.m.
Closing Banquet 11:30 p.m. Turkey Dinner
Price: $20/per person (only 100 tickets available)
To reserve tickets, call the church office at 519-633-1270 or e-mail Sara at cofchrist_st@rogers.com Payment can then be mailed to:
Community of Christ
Re: Anniversary Weekend
105 Fairview Ave.
St. Thomas, On N5R 4X7
The best opportunity for sharing and visiting with President and Mrs. Veazey is during the Open House scheduled on Saturday from 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. due to a rather tight schedule for the remaining events of the weekend.
Remember, if you plan on attending the Open House to be able to personally visit with the Veazey's, please contact Sara at cofchrist_st@rogers.com so that she can convey numbers to those arranging for the luncheon on Saturday.
For youth or young adults coming, a time will be set up for you with President Veazey between 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity!
If tickets are sold out for meals or you want alternatives, check the following restaurants in St. Thomas;
Kings Buffet, St Thomas - 1063 Talbot St
Wendy’s Hamburgers - 1063 Talbot St
Boston Pizza - 860 Talbot St
Burger King - 939 Talbot St
Tim Hortons - 6 locations - 995 Talbot St, 1204 Talbot St, 280 Elm St, 60 Elm St, 191 Talbot St. Many other Restaurants to choose from.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
MARRIAGE MINISTRY SEMINAR
Marriage Ministry Seminar - April 13th & 14th, 2012, Hosted by the Grand Valley Congregation and the Canada East Mission Community of Christ.
Friday, April 13, 7:00- 9:30pm - Registration & Preparing the Minister
What’s required of you
• Legal and administrative accountability
• Filling out personality profile (important for Saturday use)
(Please make every effort to be present for this important part of the seminar; there will not be time given on Saturday for extensive review.)
Saturday, April 14, 8:45 am - 4:30 pm - Gathering & Preparing the Wedding
• Spirituality
• Wedding preparation
• The Ceremony
• The Rehearsal
• Pre-marriage
• Post-marriage
• A walk-through of a wedding rehearsal (especially useful!)
• Sharing experience, frequently asked questions
Final questions, evaluation and certificates
Lunch (provided by congregation)
Workshop leaders: Bishop Vivian Beeching and Russ & Mary Pirie who are certified marriage counsellors with extensive training and experience running pre-marriage workshops, marriage enhancement retreats and are both ordained ministers.
$35.00 (or $55 per couple) fee payable on arrival includes all course materials (cash or cheques payable to Community of Christ CEM)
To register, call Cheryl at the CEM office 888-411-7537 #21 or e-mail: cheryl@communityofchrist.ca
Friday, April 13, 7:00- 9:30pm - Registration & Preparing the Minister
What’s required of you
• Legal and administrative accountability
• Filling out personality profile (important for Saturday use)
(Please make every effort to be present for this important part of the seminar; there will not be time given on Saturday for extensive review.)
Saturday, April 14, 8:45 am - 4:30 pm - Gathering & Preparing the Wedding
• Spirituality
• Wedding preparation
• The Ceremony
• The Rehearsal
• Pre-marriage
• Post-marriage
• A walk-through of a wedding rehearsal (especially useful!)
• Sharing experience, frequently asked questions
Final questions, evaluation and certificates
Lunch (provided by congregation)
Workshop leaders: Bishop Vivian Beeching and Russ & Mary Pirie who are certified marriage counsellors with extensive training and experience running pre-marriage workshops, marriage enhancement retreats and are both ordained ministers.
$35.00 (or $55 per couple) fee payable on arrival includes all course materials (cash or cheques payable to Community of Christ CEM)
To register, call Cheryl at the CEM office 888-411-7537 #21 or e-mail: cheryl@communityofchrist.ca
Thursday, February 16, 2012
Canadian National Conference
We’re having a Canadian National Conference on June 16th 2012!
Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.
Click here to see Apostle Susan Skoor’s video invitation Open/Closed
“Get in on the conversation”
Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.
Click here to see Apostle Susan Skoor’s video invitation Open/Closed
“Get in on the conversation”
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Temple School Course - Servants of God's People
We would like to invite anyone interested in attending a Temple School PA 140 Elders: A Specific Pre-Ordination Required Temple School Course about understanding the roles and functions of the ministry of priesthood in the office of Elder.)
The class will be instructed by Marion Smith in Barrie at the home of Virginia & Joe Hodgins, 1826 Hwy#26, Minesing on Saturday February 25 and Sunday the 26. Please RSVP as soon as possible to matthew@communityofchrist.ca . The cost is $20.00 which includes the text and course credit.
Friends, members and priesthood are all welcomed to join us for the weekend and billeting can be arranged for out-of-towners. For more information & directions, contact Matthew & Irina Swain at (705)797-0481.
The class will be instructed by Marion Smith in Barrie at the home of Virginia & Joe Hodgins, 1826 Hwy#26, Minesing on Saturday February 25 and Sunday the 26. Please RSVP as soon as possible to matthew@communityofchrist.ca . The cost is $20.00 which includes the text and course credit.
Friends, members and priesthood are all welcomed to join us for the weekend and billeting can be arranged for out-of-towners. For more information & directions, contact Matthew & Irina Swain at (705)797-0481.
Thursday, January 26, 2012
Introduction from New CEM President
Pastors and Congregational Leaders:
It is with great enthusiasm and a loving spirit that I wish to introduce myself to those of you who know little or nothing of me.
I have been a part of the Canada East Mission staff since my appointment on
July 1, 2011 as Operations Manager to lead the logistics and budget for the Canadian National Video/Conference scheduled for June 16th, 2012. My responsibilities have involved many aspects of the CEM and I have been impressed with the programs, local initiatives, the people in leadership roles and the good spirit that resides throughout this Mission.
I was born in Chatham, raised in the church, baptised at the age of eight and then married the daughter of Maitland Street’s pastor, John E. Campbell. Nancy and I made our first home in early 1979 in Edmonton Alberta. I was ordained a Deacon in the Kensington Congregation in 1980. Employment searching brought us along with our two sons back to Ontario where we settled in Guelph in late 1983. While in Guelph our daughter was born in 1985.
I worked for a Consulting Engineering firm with emphasis in Environmental Testing with simulation of wind, snow and sun-shade. This career opportunity had positioned me to be part of the wind study on the Church’s Temple in Independence. I shared my experience which I will never forget with an article in the Herald. Since our children have a tendency for us to become involved, I was elected a Public School Board Trustee representing the City of Guelph from 1988-1991. The French Immersion program was part of my voice as I stood for future opportunity for the next generation.
I was called to the office of Priest in 1988 and then to Elder in 1994 in the Guelph Congregation. I was involved in various Leadership roles in the Guelph church as well as being their Pastor for several years.
I would think that you have sensed how much the church plays a role in my life. By using the term “Church”, I mean the people and my personal Lord and Saviour. God has now called me again from my comfort zone. I have been called to be a Leader, in this Mission of this church in this capacity. I feel that this is a new calling for me and that I am capable. However, like anything else in life, we require loving support, understanding, patience and a collective unified approach in order to see things accomplished with a will and determination, and in the name of the One we serve.
It is so motivating to hear and see many people gathering in the name of Christ. All members of our community are encouraged to be a beacon that collectively becomes that Christ- like signal in the community in which we find ourselves.
The Spirit of the Lord is upon us, upon YOU. That same Spirit that created our teacher, our friend and our saviour is the same Spirit that created each one of us. God values each person, and has created each one with purpose and in God’s divine image and likeness. Wow.
How can we keep from singing? Make your joyful noise and be part of that “Signal Community” that expresses the Peace of Christ in a world that struggles and is contrary to God’s will for creation.
We, yes YOU are called to change lives, one life at a time. Let the January rains be a symbol to all, God’s cleansing. Let the collecting flakes of snow be a reminder of the mighty power and mystery of our Creator, the majestic God that loves us. Let the seasons change, reflecting new growth, new leaves and new life unseen before. Let the beauty of Easter Lilies be a reflection of why Christ died on a cross and a reminder of life and purpose yet to be lived. Find that purpose in your life by kneeling before your God and start fresh, the commitment to serve the One that gives life, even everlasting life.
May this be a year of multiplying ministry, a year where you find peace and love and joy. May you seek to bring not only these, but hope to others in the name of the One you serve. Do “what matters most” and be about God’s business. Take the initiative to fulfil the Mission of Jesus. Understand “the enduring principles” as encouraged by the leaders of this great faith. Listen, and hear Jesus in your life.
May God add his blessings to our community in the Canada East Mission.
http://www.giveyourten.org/
Tim Stanlick, CEM President
tim@communityofchrist.ca
(888) 411-7537 #32
It is with great enthusiasm and a loving spirit that I wish to introduce myself to those of you who know little or nothing of me.
I have been a part of the Canada East Mission staff since my appointment on
July 1, 2011 as Operations Manager to lead the logistics and budget for the Canadian National Video/Conference scheduled for June 16th, 2012. My responsibilities have involved many aspects of the CEM and I have been impressed with the programs, local initiatives, the people in leadership roles and the good spirit that resides throughout this Mission.
I was born in Chatham, raised in the church, baptised at the age of eight and then married the daughter of Maitland Street’s pastor, John E. Campbell. Nancy and I made our first home in early 1979 in Edmonton Alberta. I was ordained a Deacon in the Kensington Congregation in 1980. Employment searching brought us along with our two sons back to Ontario where we settled in Guelph in late 1983. While in Guelph our daughter was born in 1985.
I worked for a Consulting Engineering firm with emphasis in Environmental Testing with simulation of wind, snow and sun-shade. This career opportunity had positioned me to be part of the wind study on the Church’s Temple in Independence. I shared my experience which I will never forget with an article in the Herald. Since our children have a tendency for us to become involved, I was elected a Public School Board Trustee representing the City of Guelph from 1988-1991. The French Immersion program was part of my voice as I stood for future opportunity for the next generation.
I was called to the office of Priest in 1988 and then to Elder in 1994 in the Guelph Congregation. I was involved in various Leadership roles in the Guelph church as well as being their Pastor for several years.
I would think that you have sensed how much the church plays a role in my life. By using the term “Church”, I mean the people and my personal Lord and Saviour. God has now called me again from my comfort zone. I have been called to be a Leader, in this Mission of this church in this capacity. I feel that this is a new calling for me and that I am capable. However, like anything else in life, we require loving support, understanding, patience and a collective unified approach in order to see things accomplished with a will and determination, and in the name of the One we serve.
It is so motivating to hear and see many people gathering in the name of Christ. All members of our community are encouraged to be a beacon that collectively becomes that Christ- like signal in the community in which we find ourselves.
The Spirit of the Lord is upon us, upon YOU. That same Spirit that created our teacher, our friend and our saviour is the same Spirit that created each one of us. God values each person, and has created each one with purpose and in God’s divine image and likeness. Wow.
How can we keep from singing? Make your joyful noise and be part of that “Signal Community” that expresses the Peace of Christ in a world that struggles and is contrary to God’s will for creation.
We, yes YOU are called to change lives, one life at a time. Let the January rains be a symbol to all, God’s cleansing. Let the collecting flakes of snow be a reminder of the mighty power and mystery of our Creator, the majestic God that loves us. Let the seasons change, reflecting new growth, new leaves and new life unseen before. Let the beauty of Easter Lilies be a reflection of why Christ died on a cross and a reminder of life and purpose yet to be lived. Find that purpose in your life by kneeling before your God and start fresh, the commitment to serve the One that gives life, even everlasting life.
May this be a year of multiplying ministry, a year where you find peace and love and joy. May you seek to bring not only these, but hope to others in the name of the One you serve. Do “what matters most” and be about God’s business. Take the initiative to fulfil the Mission of Jesus. Understand “the enduring principles” as encouraged by the leaders of this great faith. Listen, and hear Jesus in your life.
May God add his blessings to our community in the Canada East Mission.
http://www.giveyourten.org/
Tim Stanlick, CEM President
tim@communityofchrist.ca
(888) 411-7537 #32
LaSalle Rd. Valentines Roast Beef Dinner
Valentines Day Roast Beef Dinner
Proceeds to go to the LCCVI Highschool Breakfast program
Tuesday February 14, 2012 6:00pm
LaSalle Road Community of Christ Church (corner of Brigden Road and LaSalle Line)
Cost - $10.00 for adults - reservation / $12.00 at the door no reservation / $ 5.00 Children (5-11)
Menu Includes:
Roast Beef and Potatoes with gravy
Two vegetables
Vegetable tray and roll
Special Valentine’s Day Dessert
Water/Tea/Coffee
For reservations contact:
Kelly Knight 519 882-8741 or k_knightjets@msn.com
Janet Eves 519 864-1271 or janeteves@aol.com
Proceeds to go to the LCCVI Highschool Breakfast program
Tuesday February 14, 2012 6:00pm
LaSalle Road Community of Christ Church (corner of Brigden Road and LaSalle Line)
Cost - $10.00 for adults - reservation / $12.00 at the door no reservation / $ 5.00 Children (5-11)
Menu Includes:
Roast Beef and Potatoes with gravy
Two vegetables
Vegetable tray and roll
Special Valentine’s Day Dessert
Water/Tea/Coffee
For reservations contact:
Kelly Knight 519 882-8741 or k_knightjets@msn.com
Janet Eves 519 864-1271 or janeteves@aol.com
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
Apostle Susan Skoor Speaks on Prayer
Click here to see Apostle Susan Skoor’s National Conference Video “Prayer”
Follow the link above
Wait a moment for the images to appear
Choose your format
Click on the arrow
Voila!
You’re invited to join our Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference Page
Facebook Canadian National Conference Page
Follow us on Twitter at cofccnc
Follow the link above
Wait a moment for the images to appear
Choose your format
Click on the arrow
Voila!
You’re invited to join our Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference Page
Facebook Canadian National Conference Page
Follow us on Twitter at cofccnc
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
Posts
