Westminster United Church
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September 1, 2025
Monday, September 1, 2025
Message from Rev. Irene Ty:
It's good to be back from my continuing education and vacation. When I was at a circle dance retreat at the Galilee Centre, Arnprior, just southwest of Ottawa, there was a smoke advisory due to the wildfires. For two days, we couldn't dance outside on the beautiful grounds of the centre and had to dance indoors. Although I was disappointed, we were fortunate that we had a choice. Those who were directly affected by wildfires do not have the choice but to evacuate. We continue to pray for the people and places in Canada that are affected by wildfires. Lee and I also spent a week near Perth, doing day cycling trips with friends. I am grateful to spend some time away to refresh, renew and to rejuvenate. I hope you are also having a good summer.
This Sunday, we will be reading on a passage from Hebrew 13: 1-8, about what "mutual love" means. Mutual love includes showing hospitality to strangers, remembering those who are imprisoned, and living faithfully in relationships. I look forward to unpacking and reflecting on these concepts. In a world where we hear a lot of bad news, it is good to know that we can still affirm our faith in God by practicing our Christian values.
We hope you are able to attend services in-person. Alternatively, you may join us virtually via Zoom by internet or phone:
Sunday 10 a.m. EST Service:
Choir Practice: Christine MacDougall, our music director, welcomes you to sing with the choir. Practices are held Sundays from 9:15am to 9:45am in the sanctuary.
COMING UP:
September 7: Season of Creation Begins
Sept. 14 - Outdoor Service under the Trees!
Sept. 21 - Welcome Service followed by a BBQ on the lawn outside
Sept 28 - Seeds of Faith and Solidarity with the people in the Philippines
Death Cafe
will be held at Westminster United Church on: October 19, 2025, Jan 25 and May 24, 2026. It is an opportunity to talk about death and share information. Everyone is welcome. Please RSVP to Joy Seunarine at: [email protected]
PART-TIME JOB OPENING FOR A SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER - 5 HOURS A MONTH
In 2024 and in 2025, Katarina Matovic and then Benita Steffi taught Sunday school. Unfortunately, they both have moved on. Westminster is looking for someone to lead Sunday school twice a month starting September. Please spread the word. Contact Rev. Irene for more information.
BOOK SHARE:
The mail slot cabinets in the Narthex have been re-purposed as book shelves. You are invited to take a book (or two) and bring a book.
Will and Legacy Giving Workshop
Monday September 22, 2025 at 1:30 pm at Westminster United Church, 4094 Tomken Road, Mississauga. Presentation by Jennifer Gold, lawyer, specializing in Family Law.
In PREPARATION for Workshop:
1. Review the date of your latest Will. If you don’t already have a will, you should and this is a great way to start.
2. Sign out your copy of the United Church of Canada WILL Workbook available for free at Westminster United Church
“A Guide to Planning Your Estate”.
If you didn’t pick up a copy of the workbook, you should still attend the workshop!
3. Sign in on the list for the workshop at WUC office. 905-273-9505 so we can plan for the number of attendees.
Dorothea Phair Chair. Leadership Council
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS (For August 25-29)
Return to Regular Hours 10am-Noon
Monday/Tuesday/Friday: 9:30am-1:30pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 9:30-3pm
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES!
1. Tuesday September 2nd from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM: Tight-Knit Senior's Club - Participants meet every Tuesday in the Board room to learn to knit, share their knitting and crocheting skills, enjoy socializing and light refreshments. Yarn and materials will be provided and some of the products can be donated to support the DBNC Care Closet.
2. ZOOM CHECK-IN, BIBLE STUDY AND PRAYER: Thursdays 10:20-11:30AM: This is an opportunity to study scripture together, share how we are doing, and encourage one another through prayer. If you haven’t participated before, you’re welcome to join!
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86164499299 Or By Telephone: 647-374-4685 or 647-558-0588 /Meeting ID: 861 6449 9299
Community Resources
Vision
Growing together in Christ
Mission
Westminster United Church is a welcoming faith community which is diverse, caring, and compassionate where we grow together in Christ, to love and serve one another, the community, and the world.
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