Here’s a rundown on the latest happenings at Emmanuel United Church.
Join us on Sunday, April 21st after worship, for our Annual General Meeting, where we will receive the committee and financial reports, participate in a check-in about our congregation’s health, and receive a brief update about Rev’d Tom.
Lunch will be provided by the Board.
Photo by Dylan Gillis on Unsplash.
Brought to you by BioPed Footcare Brampton Clinic & 53rd Brampton Sparks & Embers
Soles 4 Souls Canada turns unwanted shoes into opportunity by keeping them from going to
waste and putting them to good use. Through their microenterprise program, they help
people in developing countries launch and sustain their own business selling donated shoes
Mon March 18th to Mon April 22nd 2024
Drop off your gently used shoes at the church, with Laura Fisher, or any one of the 53rd Sparks
& Embers!
Thank you for your generosity!
In our New Creed, we are called “to live with respect in Creation.” And yet, the current ecological crisis is reaching a breaking point. How can we, as followers of Jesus, make a difference in our environment?
Join Rev’d Tom during Lent, staring on Tuesday, February 20th, for some discussions on how we can deepen our love for Creation and take meaningful difference, guided by the book “Act/Fast: Spiritual Practices for a Climate in Crisis“. Contact Rev’d Tom for more information or to reserve a copy of the book. The book will be $15.00, and subsidies are available for those who need it.
NB – This letter was received from the Regeneration Outreach Community in response to our annual givings via the Tin Bucket. Your generosity makes a difference. If you would like to support any of the ministries at Emmanuel or beyond, click here to donate online.
Dear Rev. Tom and members of Emmanuel United,
Thank you for remembering people who are mostly forgotten or ignored this season. Your generous donation of hygiene items went into our guest’s gift bags they received Christmas morning brought many smiles to young and old.
Here’s what some guests are saying about your generosity and your investment in their survival.
“Thank you for everything. The staff here have helped me so much. I call them my angels.”
– A guest at our Christmas dinner on Dec. 16 where we served 140 people.
“You can tell you are doing it from your heart.”
– One of the 1082 families that received Christmas grocery hampers the week before the holiday weekend.
“I can finally move forward in life!”
– One of the 176 people we helped obtain birth certificates and identification this fall.
You play a major part in providing food and support, showing love, and helping build relationships that transform lives.
Your generosity as the year ends will be a beacon of hope for thousands of people throughout the winter.
With a grateful heart, we wish you and your families all the best in 2024.
Sincerely,
Ted Brown, CEO
Regeneration Outreach Community
156 Main St. N, Brampton, ON, L6V 1N9
905-796-5888
Winter Coat, Boots, Ski Pants and Warm Sweater Drive – Adult Size Only
Do you have any gently used Adult size winter coats, boots, ski pants or warm sweaters you no longer need? If so, please consider donating them to those in need of warm clothing this winter season.
Throughout January you can drop your donations off in the church coat room. Signs will be posted where you can hang up the coats and sweaters and bins will be available for boots and ski pants. Please do not bring other items as there will not be room.
Your support is greatly appreciated to help those in need in our community during this cold winter season. God Bless.
Is your family looking for a community of Jesus-seeking people, but you’re a little wary of what “church membership” means? Have you ever wanted to talk with your kids about God, religion, or other big questions, but didn’t know where to begin? Are you looking for an open-minded place to talk about family and faith with other young families? If so, join us on the first Saturday of each month from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM for a time of community, stories, and play, as we look at Bible stories, the teachings of Jesus, and our church traditions and see how they affect our lives today.
Messy Play is a union of Messy Church and Godly Play. Messy Church is a Fresh Expression of what church can be, and is for you if you want something a little less structured than a regular Sunday morning church. Godly Play is a method of hearing and integrating Scripture and church traditions into our lives, and is great for you if you’re interested in that, but don’t want to be told what to think about it.
The best part about Messy Play? There’s lunch for everyone at noon. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Image by T. MacNeil
Thank you to all who supported our fundraiser this year and helped to decorate our sanctuary this Advent season. The total raised was $72.50. The contributors and their dedications for the poinsettias are listed below:
Broadview Subscribers and any EUC New Subscribers,
Good news- Broadview magazines (Spirituality, Justice and Ethical Living) are officially available to subscribe for the coming year. Each issue contains more pages of engaging discussions, and can be acquired for $25.00, as is the annua; price
We will follow the same collection procedure – Please place your magazine renewals between Sunday Nov. 19th, to Dec. 17th offering plate, mail in or bring your cheque payable to Emmanuel United Church to Stefanie, or the church’s mailbox. (No coins, bills once again.) Thanks for your cooperation
Please put BROADVIEW on your envelope.
If mailing or dropping off put Broadview, as well, as your name and address so I may check with my list to see if there are any changes to report. All cheques are due by Sun. Dec. 17th please.
Contact the office by email (office@emmanuelunited.com) or by phone (905.792.3269) if you want to begin subscribing or if you have any questions. Enjoy the 2024 year reading great articles, opinions and broadening your views.
We collected over 10 boxes of donations for Regen Christmas gift bags. Thank you Emmanuel church family for your generosity, it will give many in our community a happier Christmas. God bless.
Notice is given regarding our upcoming congregational budget meeting immediately following worship on December 3rd, 2023 to discuss the following matters:
The following documents are available for reference: