Westminster United Church
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January 30, 2026
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2025
Message from Rev. Irene Ty:
10 a.m. Sunday, February 1: Communion and Fourth Sunday After Epiphany
Jesus called four fishers: Simon(Peter), Andrew, James and John. Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you fish for people” Mt.4:9. They left what they were doing and followed Jesus immediately. What does it mean to be a follower of Jesus today? Our world continues to be divided and fractured. However, Jesus is our light and our example. He lived a life of compassion, care and love. He befriended the poor and the oppressed of society. To follow him, means we need to make choices that align with Jesus’ teachings and life. The good news is we are not alone. The Spirit is with us and the Spirit gathers us to strengthen and support one another to do this work.
We hope you can join us in person, or if unable, please watch the livestream service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZ7XXMwnRJM
February is Black History (or African Heritage) Month!
Officially recognized in Canada since 1996, the month is a time to especially highlight the struggles and contributions of peoples of African descent, and the ongoing realities of anti-Black racism. We look forward this month to learning and celebrating the achievements of people of African descent.
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
February 1: Communion Sunday
February 8: Celebrate Black History Month with Pan Steel Band and Potluck Lunch
February 15: Transfiguration Sunday
February 22: Preacher: Rev. Adele Halliday, Sunday School
Job Posting, MROO
Deadline extended to January 30. The Municipal Retirees Organization of Ontario is looking for an individual to provide 10 hours of support per week in clerical duties.
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].
Pancake Supper (Feb. 17th)
Save the Date! The annual Pancake Supper fundraiser is taking place in just a few weeks.
Tickets will be on sale shortly. If you would like to help out as a volunteer (set up, serving, clean up) please contact Ken ([email protected]).
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!
Prayer Request Box
Please note the newly installed PRAYER REQUEST BOX. It is on the wall just left of the doors to the Sanctuary.
You will notice slips of paper on which anyone is welcome to fill in their prayer requests and any other information they may feel comfortable sharing regarding the request.
Requester's name is optional. These requests are accepted with confidentiality and respect and will be provided to Westminster's Prayer Team.
Members of the team will pray for these requests on a daily basis. Prayer works wonders.
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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