Westminster United Church
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January 16, 2026
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2025
Message from Rev. Irene Ty:
10 a.m. Sunday, January. 18: Second Sunday After Epiphany
When two disciples asked Jesus "where are you staying?" (John 1:38), Jesus replied "Come and See". The disciples went to see where Jesus was staying and remained there the whole day. Jesus invited them to spend time with him so they could get to know one another. We are invited to "Come and see" (v. 39). How do we get to know Jesus? One way is by spending time with one another, building a relationship and sharing our faith stories. This Sunday, we will reflect together on how we can cultivate opportunities to do this. Jesus wants to get to know each one of us and have a place in our hearts.
We hope you can join us in person, or if unable, please watch the livestream service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6m4Nv1BK_o
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.
UPCOMING SERVICES
Jan 18: Second Sunday after Epiphany
Jan 25: Guest Preacher: Rev. Norm Hennig-Pereira, Sunday School. Refreshments in the boardroom and the library. Celebrating Robbie Burns birthday.
February 1: Communion Sunday
February 8: Celebrate Black History Month with Pan Steel Band and Potluck Lunch
Emergency Contacts
Westminster maintains emergency information for the congregation which may prove helpful in the event one falls ill or has an accident at the church. Please pick up a form from the ushers if you need to update your emergency contact persons, allergies etc. or wish to fill one out for the first time.
Upcoming 40th Anniversary Celebration!
We will have the two collection boxes available at Church each Sunday for Memories you wish to share that were special for you and one for pictures you may have in your collections.
You can also email and send your material through the church office, or drop of any items during the week, by January 31.
Any ideas you wish to share re: celebrating the 40th Anniversary are most welcome.
Spring 2026 will be a big year for Westminster United Church! Stay tuned for some exciting updates!
April 6th will land on Easter Monday please keep April 10th open! If you or someone you know is interested in contributing to the planning of the event please contact Moira Sinclair or the church office for more information!
EXPLORING MEMBERSHIP
Sun. Jan. 18, 11:20 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.:
Meet with Rev. Irene over coffee in the library to learn more about what it means to become a member of Westminster and the United Church of Canada. What are the beliefs and the polity of the UCC? If you are new to the church, or have been part of the church for a long time but haven’t formally joined, this is the meeting for you! Please let Rev. Irene know if you are planning to attend. [email protected]
DEATH CAFE with Joy Seunarine
January 25, 2026, 1-3 PM. To be held in the Westminster United Church library. All are welcome. Please join us for cake and light snacks. A death cafe is a place to share your thoughts and concerns around death, dying, bereavement, aging and caregiving. Joy provides a safe place to ask questions, reflect on anything related to death and grieving. RSVP if possible but not necessary. [email protected].
SPECIAL MUSIC AT WESTMINSTER
Over the past year, Westminster has enjoyed guest musicians such as soloists, cellists, pianists, drummers. These were folk known to us through friends and family of Westminster people. Do you know a music student or a professional who would like to share their music at a worship service? Please provide the contact information to Rev. Irene. Thanks.
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday 10am-Noon
Tuesday & Friday: 9:30am-1:30pm
Wednesday & Thursday: 9:30-3pm
UPCOMING ACTIVITIES
1. Tuesdays 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
3. Westminster Seniors Connection. Weekly Drop-In Sessions are back! This free session is a space for participants to learn, create and connect. Held every Monday from 1-3pm. For more details contact Donia at 416-276-7592.
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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