Cordova Bay United Church October 12th, 2014 SUNDAY

Cordova Bay United Church
Rev. Bill Cantelon billcantelon@cbunited.ca
Minister for Children, Youth and Young Adults
Nancy Walker nancywalker@cbunited.ca
Rev. Wilfred C. Waddell Minister Emeritus
Music Director—Pat Shumka 250-652-1505
813 Claremont Avenue
Victoria, BC V8Y1J9
Phone: 250.658.5911
Website www.cbunited.ca
Chair of Council—Tom Pringle mtpringle@shaw.ca
Custodian—Debbie Adkins office@cbunited.ca
Office Administrator—Jane Shumka office@cbunited.ca
SUNDAY
October 12th
MUSIC LEADERSHIP
Pat Shumka & the Choir
FAITH CONVERSATION
Nancy Walker
SCRIPTURE READER
Bud Johnston
POWER POINT TECHNICIAN
Karen Clark
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Peter Gray
HOSPITALITY TEAM
Greeters
John & Pat MacLeod
October 12th, 2014
Office Hours: Monday —Thursday, 9am—2pm
REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS
Mondays: 7:00 pm—8:00 pm: Chime Choir Practice
(resumes after Thanksgiving)
—new members welcome—
Wednesdays: 11:00 am—12:00 pm: Unserious Coffee
—cancelled for October 15th—
Thursdays: 7:00 pm—8:30 pm: Choir Practice
—in Youth Lounge for October 16th—
UPCOMING EVENTS
Tuesday, October 14th
2:00 pm: Healing Ministry—Youth Lounge
Wednesday, October 15th
Book Study cancelled due to Rummage Sale setup
—resumes October 22nd—
7:00 pm: Property Committee —Youth Lounge
USHERS
Myrna & Tom Pringle
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
REFRESHMENTS
Congregational Stalwarts
For our Annual Fall Rummage Sale
Saturday, October 18th, 9:30am - 1:00pm
DROP OFF SCHEDULE FOR
RUMMAGE SALE
Please note that the drop offs for the
upcoming Rummage Sale will begin on
Tuesday, October 14th at Noon. We
will not be receiving drop offs on Monday, October 13th (Thanksgiving).
Planned drop off and pick up dates are
as follows:
Tuesday, October 14: 12 pm—7 pm
Wednesday, October 15: 10 am—7 pm
Thursday, October 16: 10 am—7 pm
Friday, October 17: 10 am—Noon
Fun and Fellowship as we sort and sell together!
Sorting begins Tuesday, October 14th.
SEASON OF THANKSGIVING
OUTREACH OFFERING
Beginning October 12th, Thanksgiving Sunday, and
through the month of October we invite you to make a
special offering of non–perishable foods for ‘Our Place
Society’ and the ’Mustard Seed Food Bank’. Or, you
may make a special offering of items needed by the
‘Our Place Society’ such as men’s jeans, underwear and
socks.
THE LIFE AND WORK OF OUR CHURCH
“We are an inclusive community of Christians called to know and serve God faithfully through love for the world and its people.”
people.”
Household Prayer: Morning
On this new day, O God,
I thank you for clean air that fills my lungs, for water
to drink and stream over the rocks, for light that creates life and shines on my path, for soil that grows
fruits and vegetables, fashions hills and valleys,
and makes homes for creatures in burrows and trees.
Let me see Earth today with gratitude and feast my
senses on its beauty; in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Household Prayer: Evening
As this day is ending and I lie down to sleep,
gracious God,
I thank you for this day. I am mindful of the work I
have done, the tasks I have not yet accomplished,
the moments of blessing between me and those
with whom I shared some hours, the joys of friendship
and family, and all the hopes I have for tomorrow.
Give me good sleep and keep me safe; in Jesus’ name.
Amen.
WHAT WILL BE MY SPIRITUAL LEGACY?
A study based on Marcus J. Borg's new book: Convictions: How I Learned What Matters Most
(available at all popular bookstores).
Wednesday mornings, 9:15-10:30 beginning October 1 to November 26 inclusive
(with the exception of October 15 & November 19)
BOOK CLUB
Read on------Oct.24th (note change of date due to the Fall Fair) The Husband’s Secret
by Laura Moriarty
Nov. 21st- A visit from Pam Porter, an author in our midst
Dec.- meeting cancelled due to Xmas
Jan.16th- The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden by Jonas Jonasson
BEAN BASH, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26th
Remember to mark October 26 on your calendar for Fellowship Committee's annual Bean Bash. Come enjoy a delicious, hearty lunch with friends and fellow
bean lovers.
Thank you to the Stewardship Committee for the wonderful job they did organizing the Benefit Concert last Sunday.
Concert–goers generously donated $1123 to the Mission
& Service Fund.
2015 UNITED CHURCH
CALENDARS ON SALE
United Church calendars will be on sale in the hall following the worship service.
Calendars are $10 each. All proceeds are for the Cordova Bay United Church
Youth Fund. This fund has provided and we hope will continue to provide bursaries so that our youth might participate in regional, provincial and national
youth events.
Cordova Bay United Church
October 2014
Children & Youth Ministry
CALLING ALL
YOUTH
The Rummage Sale co-ordinating team has given
the Youth an opportunity to raise money for the
Youth Fund by selling coffee and snacks at the upcoming Rummage Sale on Saturday, October 18th.
If you are able to sell for some time between 9:30
and 1:00 pm, please contact Nancy and let her know
your availability. We are also looking for volunteers
to make muffins, cookies, cupcakes , squares etc.
that can be sold. At the last Rummage Sale we sold
10 dozen snacks.
Youth Activities:
November 8-11 Evolve Retreat!
Together youth, young adults, and leaders will gather
in this annual conference, exploring our faith, worshiping, and learning from one another. Typical activities include singing, theme exploration in age
specific groups, dance party, a film festival, a carnival and spiritual practices. It is going to be awesome! For more info and to register go to
www.evolve2014.org. The church has money to
help fund this retreat.
Registration deadline is October 25th.
Did you know...Michelle and Mark Shields have volunteered to help with Movie Night at Our Place Society. If you too, are interested in helping, please speak
with Nancy for more information.
Day Camp
A day of games, crafts, and exploring our theme of
When: October 24th, 9am—3pm
Where: Cordova Bay United Church
Who: Kindergarten to Grade 6
Cost: Suggested donation of $10
-we will also be collecting new underwear
and socks for Our Place SocietyWhat to bring? Outside clothing (be prepared for weather),
indoor shoes, peanut free lunch.
Pre-registration required.
For more information and to register contact
Nancy Walker at 250-658-5911 or
nancywalker@cbunited.ca
EVOLUTIONARY CHRISTIANITY PRESENTS
THE SPIRITUAL BRAIN:
SCIENCE AND RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE
Video-discussion series by Dr Andrew Newberg
based on The Great Courses Program
Cadboro Bay, Cordova Bay and First†Met United Churches are once
again offering the opportunity for people to engage in a discussion
series around the topic of Evolutionary Christianity based on selected lectures from this Great Course series.
Topics and Host Churches:
1. Oct 7 First†Met UC: A New Perspective on Ancient Questions
2. Oct 14 Cadboro Bay UC: The Myth-Making Brain
3. Oct 21 Cordova Bay UC: How the Brain Changes God/ How God Changes the Brain !
4. Oct 28 Cadboro Bay UC: The Mystical Mind
Sessions from 7 - 9:30 pm Cost is ONLY $5.00 per session.
Register in Advance on-line@ www.cadbayuc.org/evolutionary-christianity-2014/
Cordova Bay United Church will be hosting the third discussion session on October 21st. We will be looking for volunteers to assist with setup and cleanup, registration/check-in, refreshments and discussion
group leaders. If you would be interested in volunteering, please contact the church office (250-658-5911).
Thank you.
“ON THE RIDGE” JURIED CRAFT FAIR
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST.
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Cordova Bay United Church Hall
36 Tables of Artisan created, high quality, unique gifts.
Hot Soup Lunch, Coffee, Tea and muffins.
Classical Guitarist, Brad Prevodoros. $2 Admission for charity.
Everyone welcome. Wheelchair access.
(Posters and bookmarks are available in the narthex for pickup.
Please distribute to businesses and people outside the congregation. Thank you.)
TAIZE SERVICES are filled with a sense of respect filled awe and beauty, all are
welcome in this ecumenical time of meditation. Fridays, Oct 17 and Nov 21, join us for
Prayer and Music in the Style of Taize services at St Andrew's Cathedral, 740 View St,
doors open at 5:30, service 6-7pm .
INTRODUCTION TO CENTERING MEDITATION
Sunday, October 19, 1:30 – 5:00pm
UVic Interfaith Chapel
Centering Meditation is a Christian contemplative practice that opens heart and mind to
the experience of divine presence and action within. Led by Henri Lock and Miranda
Harvey. To register: email hlock@uvic.ca.