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This week's note is long but contains a lot of valuable information :)
Hello folks of First United,
A few weeks ago in our reflections on Orthodoxy, we learned that the early church, who didn't have a building, saw one another as the Body of Christ. We have been clinging to this image as we find new ways of being one people. Many of the leaders in the community continue to meet via internet to care for this old body, there are people who are making phone calls and connecting with everyone in the congregation to check in and listen to stories about the church. We will continue to have our Monday morning coffee time online (link to connect is at the bottom of this email) as we did last week. You may have read the invitation to "story-time" and creating your own stories on powerpoint and sharing them with the congregation! We have already had one submission, Bootsy's Backyard Adventure by Henry and Carlene MacMenamin. It was so creative, simple, funny and awesome. Thanks Henry! (see the email attachment of the story I sent out if you missed it!)
Our Worship Service this week will be streamed online. You may connect via the link at the bottom of this email. Thanks to all those who are the techies who are helping it all happen.
Please continue to read below the plea of the Finance Committee who are seeking a commitment to support the staff and maintain the building, and keep up with ongoing bills during this really uncertain time. We have considered several options around line of credit increase and dipping into investments and other measures. First has practiced generosity over its long history and this is among the most critical of times it faces. Indeed it is a such with many among us who face the same financial anxiety. If you are able to continue, increase support or pledge support, First would be so appreciative. If unable to do so, we understand the great impact many of us face in layoffs and business closures. We will support you as a part of Christ's Body.
I do hope your day today is finding a share of joy and contentment within it. We do have our story of the Sacred who has carried human history for thousands of generations! Time to lean into those arms together.
Rev. Daryl
From the Finance Committee
Dear First Church Friends,
First and foremost, we hope you are well.
If you are in need of support, please reach out to the Church through a phone call or email and someone would be happy to speak to you.
Church Office: office@1stunitedchurch.ca
Rev Daryl: minister@1stunitedchurch.ca
Church phone: 519-631-7570
Our Church building may be closed, but the Church is open wide with compassion and generosity.
First Church is trying to find new ways to respond to the needs of the congregation, and especially those who are most vulnerable at this unsettling time. We want to continue ‘being the Church’ as best we can, as we move through the next few weeks of practicing ‘physical distancing by not gathering for worship in our Church building. Without “passing the plate” on Sundays during the weekly offering, we are quickly heading toward a financial emergency. Now is the time to act with compassion and faithful generosity. Please, if you are able, we invite you to continue to make your donations to First so that we can stay ‘afloat” and provide ongoing ministry to our Church community.
We have a few easy ways to give:
1. By online electronic transfer (EMT) from your bank to First United. Simply log in to your bank account online and select “email money” or “etransfer.” Follow the simple step-by-step prompts to direct your gift, of whatever amount you choose, to office@1stunitedchurch.ca. This is automatically deposited directly into the church bank account. (If you've never used etransfer before, you'll have to add First United's email as a "payee" to send a transfer)
2. On our website using the Paypal link (on the ‘Ways to Donate’ page). It’s very easy – just click the button and follow the instructions!
3. By issuing a cheque (or a series of post-dated cheques) to First United Church. A team of trusted volunteers is in place to pick up your cheque from your home (without making physical contact) or you can drop the cheque(s) off at the church by putting them through the mail slot in the Curtis Street door (South-West corner of the building, up the stone stairs). If you wish to have a donation picked up by please email or call Lori (office@1stunitedchurch.ca or 519-631-7570 to make arrangements. If you drop off a donation please call or email Lori to let her know (as we’re not physically in the Church building at this time, but someone will pick up the donations)
4. By signing up for PAR (Pre Authorized Remittance). To do this please email Lori at office@1stunitedchurch.ca She swill be able to get the forms to you and mail them in (taking a little longer at this point as it has to be sent ‘snail mail’ since our General Council offices are closed.)
Please watch for our weekly ‘Update’ emails & stay tuned to our website to see the list of ways we are reaching out to our community and creating opportunities for virtual contact.
Thank you for your continued support of First United Church.
Stay well Friends!
How to join both the Online Sunday worship & Monday Coffee Time:
Sunday at 10:30am
Monday at 10:30am
Click on: meet.google.com/pjg-zbez-nax
If you use your cell phone, it will prompt you to install a google meets app (If you haven't already done so). If you click on the link on your computer, it will just take you to the webpage.
Or
by phone (cell or landline)
+1 289-350-8991 (PIN: 844463356)
or
+1 226-213-8281 PIN: 426 344 975 8715#
Take care everyone!!
Rev. Daryl, Official Board & Finance Committee
Hello folks of First United,
A few weeks ago in our reflections on Orthodoxy, we learned that the early church, who didn't have a building, saw one another as the Body of Christ. We have been clinging to this image as we find new ways of being one people. Many of the leaders in the community continue to meet via internet to care for this old body, there are people who are making phone calls and connecting with everyone in the congregation to check in and listen to stories about the church. We will continue to have our Monday morning coffee time online (link to connect is at the bottom of this email) as we did last week. You may have read the invitation to "story-time" and creating your own stories on powerpoint and sharing them with the congregation! We have already had one submission, Bootsy's Backyard Adventure by Henry and Carlene MacMenamin. It was so creative, simple, funny and awesome. Thanks Henry! (see the email attachment of the story I sent out if you missed it!)
Our Worship Service this week will be streamed online. You may connect via the link at the bottom of this email. Thanks to all those who are the techies who are helping it all happen.
Please continue to read below the plea of the Finance Committee who are seeking a commitment to support the staff and maintain the building, and keep up with ongoing bills during this really uncertain time. We have considered several options around line of credit increase and dipping into investments and other measures. First has practiced generosity over its long history and this is among the most critical of times it faces. Indeed it is a such with many among us who face the same financial anxiety. If you are able to continue, increase support or pledge support, First would be so appreciative. If unable to do so, we understand the great impact many of us face in layoffs and business closures. We will support you as a part of Christ's Body.
I do hope your day today is finding a share of joy and contentment within it. We do have our story of the Sacred who has carried human history for thousands of generations! Time to lean into those arms together.
Rev. Daryl
From the Finance Committee
Dear First Church Friends,
First and foremost, we hope you are well.
If you are in need of support, please reach out to the Church through a phone call or email and someone would be happy to speak to you.
Church Office: office@1stunitedchurch.ca
Rev Daryl: minister@1stunitedchurch.ca
Church phone: 519-631-7570
Our Church building may be closed, but the Church is open wide with compassion and generosity.
First Church is trying to find new ways to respond to the needs of the congregation, and especially those who are most vulnerable at this unsettling time. We want to continue ‘being the Church’ as best we can, as we move through the next few weeks of practicing ‘physical distancing by not gathering for worship in our Church building. Without “passing the plate” on Sundays during the weekly offering, we are quickly heading toward a financial emergency. Now is the time to act with compassion and faithful generosity. Please, if you are able, we invite you to continue to make your donations to First so that we can stay ‘afloat” and provide ongoing ministry to our Church community.
We have a few easy ways to give:
1. By online electronic transfer (EMT) from your bank to First United. Simply log in to your bank account online and select “email money” or “etransfer.” Follow the simple step-by-step prompts to direct your gift, of whatever amount you choose, to office@1stunitedchurch.ca. This is automatically deposited directly into the church bank account. (If you've never used etransfer before, you'll have to add First United's email as a "payee" to send a transfer)
2. On our website using the Paypal link (on the ‘Ways to Donate’ page). It’s very easy – just click the button and follow the instructions!
3. By issuing a cheque (or a series of post-dated cheques) to First United Church. A team of trusted volunteers is in place to pick up your cheque from your home (without making physical contact) or you can drop the cheque(s) off at the church by putting them through the mail slot in the Curtis Street door (South-West corner of the building, up the stone stairs). If you wish to have a donation picked up by please email or call Lori (office@1stunitedchurch.ca or 519-631-7570 to make arrangements. If you drop off a donation please call or email Lori to let her know (as we’re not physically in the Church building at this time, but someone will pick up the donations)
4. By signing up for PAR (Pre Authorized Remittance). To do this please email Lori at office@1stunitedchurch.ca She swill be able to get the forms to you and mail them in (taking a little longer at this point as it has to be sent ‘snail mail’ since our General Council offices are closed.)
Please watch for our weekly ‘Update’ emails & stay tuned to our website to see the list of ways we are reaching out to our community and creating opportunities for virtual contact.
Thank you for your continued support of First United Church.
Stay well Friends!
How to join both the Online Sunday worship & Monday Coffee Time:
Sunday at 10:30am
Monday at 10:30am
Click on: meet.google.com/pjg-zbez-nax
If you use your cell phone, it will prompt you to install a google meets app (If you haven't already done so). If you click on the link on your computer, it will just take you to the webpage.
Or
by phone (cell or landline)
+1 289-350-8991 (PIN: 844463356)
or
+1 226-213-8281 PIN: 426 344 975 8715#
Take care everyone!!
Rev. Daryl, Official Board & Finance Committee
You are invited to join us for worship Sunday Mornings at 10:30am.
Click on: meet.google.com/pjg-zbez-nax
If you use your cell phone, it will prompt you to install a google meets app (If you haven't already done so).
If you click on the link on your computer, it will just take you to the webpage.
Or
by phone (cell or landline)
+1 289-350-8991 (PIN: 844463356)
or
+1 226-213-8281 PIN: 426 344 975 8715#
Click on: meet.google.com/pjg-zbez-nax
If you use your cell phone, it will prompt you to install a google meets app (If you haven't already done so).
If you click on the link on your computer, it will just take you to the webpage.
Or
by phone (cell or landline)
+1 289-350-8991 (PIN: 844463356)
or
+1 226-213-8281 PIN: 426 344 975 8715#
2020 PAR Challenge
We all know the members of First United love a good challenge - and always come through!
The Finance Committee is issuing a 2020 PAR challenge to the congregation, and the good news is, you don’t need to be a golfer to participate!
What is PAR?
It stands for Pre-Authorized Remittance – or monthly automated contributions to the church.
On the 20th of each month, money will automatically come out of your bank account and go towards the General Fund of our church. You also have the option of using your Visa or MasterCard.
No cheques to write, no envelopes needed.
How do I sign up?
Signing up is easy! Simply obtain a PAR authorization form from the office or our website and fill it out.
You will need either a void cheques or a credit card number. You can change or cancel the contribution at any time. You can also sign up through PayPal on our church’s website.
What’s the challenge?
Currently we have 35 members on PAR with total monthly contributions to the General Fund of $3,484.
Our challenge is to have 40 members and $4,000 of monthly contributions to the General Fund.
If you have not signed up, please consider doing so. If you have signed up,
please consider increasing your contributions if you are able.
What about the Offering?
The offering is an important part of our Worship Service. We have cards available in the pews for those on PAR that can be placed in the offering plate. You can also consider donating a portion of your annual contributions by PAR, and still use your envelopes.
What are the benefits of PAR?
PAR allows for a regular, dependable flow of contributions to the church. It makes it easier for the church to budget and meet its monthly expenses. It also means continued support for our church, even if you are unable to be there every week. In addition, it makes supporting your church easier for you! Please consider signing up today!
6 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful* giver. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
*Remember, here at First, we love grumpy givers too!!
The Finance Committee is issuing a 2020 PAR challenge to the congregation, and the good news is, you don’t need to be a golfer to participate!
What is PAR?
It stands for Pre-Authorized Remittance – or monthly automated contributions to the church.
On the 20th of each month, money will automatically come out of your bank account and go towards the General Fund of our church. You also have the option of using your Visa or MasterCard.
No cheques to write, no envelopes needed.
How do I sign up?
Signing up is easy! Simply obtain a PAR authorization form from the office or our website and fill it out.
You will need either a void cheques or a credit card number. You can change or cancel the contribution at any time. You can also sign up through PayPal on our church’s website.
What’s the challenge?
Currently we have 35 members on PAR with total monthly contributions to the General Fund of $3,484.
Our challenge is to have 40 members and $4,000 of monthly contributions to the General Fund.
If you have not signed up, please consider doing so. If you have signed up,
please consider increasing your contributions if you are able.
What about the Offering?
The offering is an important part of our Worship Service. We have cards available in the pews for those on PAR that can be placed in the offering plate. You can also consider donating a portion of your annual contributions by PAR, and still use your envelopes.
What are the benefits of PAR?
PAR allows for a regular, dependable flow of contributions to the church. It makes it easier for the church to budget and meet its monthly expenses. It also means continued support for our church, even if you are unable to be there every week. In addition, it makes supporting your church easier for you! Please consider signing up today!
6 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful* giver. 2 Corinthians 9:6-8
*Remember, here at First, we love grumpy givers too!!
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Ministers: ALL THE PEOPLE OF GOD
Intentional Interim Minister: Rev. Daryl Webber
Music Minister: Jody McDonald-Groulx
Secretary/Treasurer: Lori Hoffman
Custodian: Dave Luftenegger
Intentional Interim Minister: Rev. Daryl Webber
Music Minister: Jody McDonald-Groulx
Secretary/Treasurer: Lori Hoffman
Custodian: Dave Luftenegger
Office Hours
Our Church Building/Office is closed due to COVID-19.
Lori is working from home - Monday to Thursday, 9am to 3pm
Please call (519-631-7570) or email if you require assistance.
Lori is working from home - Monday to Thursday, 9am to 3pm
Please call (519-631-7570) or email if you require assistance.
Moved?? New to the Church??
If you have moved, or you are new to the Church, please fill out a Family Information Sheet (link below)
and return it to the office or send Lori a quick email with your new details so we can keep our records up to date! Thank you!
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