St. Paul's-Victoria Avenue U.C. News
Here is Rev. Martin's sermon given on Sunday, July 21, 2024.
Kenesserie Camp
Earlier this month we held our Annual Walk-a-Thon. It was a huge success!
There were 15 walkers who participated and collected pledges.
We had set a target goal of $12,000 for our General Operations.
We surpassed that goal and raised a grand total of $23,703 thanks to YOU!
Kenesserie Camp
Earlier this month we held our Annual Walk-a-Thon. It was a huge success!
There were 15 walkers who participated and collected pledges.
We had set a target goal of $12,000 for our General Operations.
We surpassed that goal and raised a grand total of $23,703 thanks to YOU!
Kenesserie Camp
Sunday, August 11, the Affirm and the Outreach Social Action Committees
will be hosting a light lunch (sandwiches and desserts) after the Pride service at St. Andrew’s United Church
to thank everyone for your donations, financial support and all you do to welcome all in our community.
If you are interested in helping with the lunch, please contact Anne Gibson (519-354-9319).
We hope everyone will plan to attend this service.
will be hosting a light lunch (sandwiches and desserts) after the Pride service at St. Andrew’s United Church
to thank everyone for your donations, financial support and all you do to welcome all in our community.
If you are interested in helping with the lunch, please contact Anne Gibson (519-354-9319).
We hope everyone will plan to attend this service.
The Tri-Regional Council Spring Meeting 2024
Barbara Robbins and Wendy Kempster attended on behalf of SP-VA.
Barbara Robbins and Wendy Kempster attended on behalf of SP-VA.
A special service was held on Sunday, June 2, 2024, to celebrate PRIDE month.
Martha Marshall and her family walked for Kenesserie Camp on behalf of SP-VA.
They raised $826. Thanks so much.
They raised $826. Thanks so much.
St. Paul’s-Victoria Avenue UCW
will be collecting Peanut Butter & Jam for R.O.C.K Missions in June. Please leave donations in the wooden box in the entry. |
The Pantry Program is in need of
jars and 500 g plastic containers in which you purchase sour cream, margarine, etc. Please leave them in the box in the entryway . |
Tri-Regional Council Meeting in Port Elgin
May 24 to 26, 2024
May 24 to 26, 2024
We formed a choir on Saturday under the direction of Devon Hansen from St. Andrew's, Chatham. This proves that Betty and Wendy were present and not lying on the beach
although it was beautiful out there. |
These are the newly recognized OM's from Antler River Watershed, Horseshoe Falls, and Western Ontario Waterways. |
Jane Jenner has been looking through some pictures and has shared these with us.
Click on the pictures to enlarge.
Click on the pictures to enlarge.
The Pantry Program is happy to announce that two generous donations were recently received. A $200 donation from a companion group associated with the Ursuline Sisters and $500 from the I.O.D.E., Captain Garnet Brackin Chapter.
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To see a report on the 61st Annual Gathering of ARW UCW and a slideshow of pictures,
go to the UCW page and look under ARW UCW. |
The UCW has made the difficult decision to cancel the rhubarb pie project this spring
because no one volunteered to head up the committee.
Apple pies will still be made in the fall.
because no one volunteered to head up the committee.
Apple pies will still be made in the fall.
On Monday, May 6, the Affirm Committee hosted a Taco dinner at Bill's Place.
A big thank you to all those who helped out.
To all those who donated food, helped prepare the meal, transported the food to Bill’s Place,
served the food, cleaned up or enjoyed a wonderful taco dinner
with members from the community who came out to enjoy the meal, a very heartfelt thank you.
Over 30 people had a delicious dinner and everyone seemed to have a great time.
A big thank you to all those who helped out.
To all those who donated food, helped prepare the meal, transported the food to Bill’s Place,
served the food, cleaned up or enjoyed a wonderful taco dinner
with members from the community who came out to enjoy the meal, a very heartfelt thank you.
Over 30 people had a delicious dinner and everyone seemed to have a great time.
A huge assortment of pies was available on P.I.E. Day.
Officially, March 14 (3.14) is National Affirming Day,
a day to celebrate Public, Intentional and Explicit inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ People.
Thanks to all who baked and donated them.
$385 was raised for Bill's Place.
Officially, March 14 (3.14) is National Affirming Day,
a day to celebrate Public, Intentional and Explicit inclusion of 2SLGBTQIA+ People.
Thanks to all who baked and donated them.
$385 was raised for Bill's Place.
If you are interested in confirmation classes, please speak
to Rev. Martin or Sharon Lesy.
to Rev. Martin or Sharon Lesy.
Sunday, January 21, 2024
The covenanting service for Rev. Martin was held at Turin in the afternoon.
Rev. Dr. Japhet Ndhlovu was the guest minister.
Born and educated in Zambia, Ireland and South Africa, and presently residing in Toronto,
he is currently serving as a Global Program Coordinator for global partnerships in the Church and Mission Unit
responsible for the Philippines, India, Angola, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Besides the members of his own communities of faith,
many friends from area churches were in attendance to wish Rev. Martin well on his new journey.
The covenanting service for Rev. Martin was held at Turin in the afternoon.
Rev. Dr. Japhet Ndhlovu was the guest minister.
Born and educated in Zambia, Ireland and South Africa, and presently residing in Toronto,
he is currently serving as a Global Program Coordinator for global partnerships in the Church and Mission Unit
responsible for the Philippines, India, Angola, Zimbabwe and Zambia.
Besides the members of his own communities of faith,
many friends from area churches were in attendance to wish Rev. Martin well on his new journey.
The last service of 2023.
What will 2024 bring?
What will 2024 bring?
Rev. Martin was busy on Sunday, December 17, 2023.
It was our Christmas service, the fourth Sunday of Advent and he served communion.
It was our Christmas service, the fourth Sunday of Advent and he served communion.
From the Board of Stewards, December 13, 2023
Season’s Greetings to Congregation Members:
Over the past two weeks or so our St. Paul’s-Victoria Avenue Church has seen three significant projects completed by the Board of Stewards.
The long overdue brick and foundation pointing at the main entrance was done late last week by a contractor. Take a close look and note there were upwards to 12-14 repurposed bricks used and mortared in. You can see the still damp mortar. Also the stones along the foundation.
The back entrance to the basement and the bathroom structures have had brown steel siding installed as well as a new door and casement, flashing, window and eavestroughs.
The Christmas star on the roof now has a new string of led lighting now fully operational. It complements the lighting installed on the cedar trees around the perimeter of the building.
This past year the Congregation has purchased technology to broadcast our church services via Zoom which Rev. Mwale really does appreciate. The challenge is the ‘running of the equipment’ by at least one person. So far we have only two people to do so and we need more on the roster. Please get in touch with the Stewards or the Session members on volunteering or suggesting persons to do so.
Since late November in the main entrance has been placed the United Church PAR Authorization Forms for new PAR donors https://united-church.ca/community-and-faith/get-involved/ways-give/giving-monthly-through-par as well as the form to make adjustments for those already on. Of course we always have the ‘envelopes’ available to make our contributions for ‘Local’, ‘Mission & Service’ and ‘Other’.
Please reflect on your element of support towards your Community of Faith and those who are helped through Mission and Service.
Best of the Season to You!
Over the past two weeks or so our St. Paul’s-Victoria Avenue Church has seen three significant projects completed by the Board of Stewards.
The long overdue brick and foundation pointing at the main entrance was done late last week by a contractor. Take a close look and note there were upwards to 12-14 repurposed bricks used and mortared in. You can see the still damp mortar. Also the stones along the foundation.
The back entrance to the basement and the bathroom structures have had brown steel siding installed as well as a new door and casement, flashing, window and eavestroughs.
The Christmas star on the roof now has a new string of led lighting now fully operational. It complements the lighting installed on the cedar trees around the perimeter of the building.
This past year the Congregation has purchased technology to broadcast our church services via Zoom which Rev. Mwale really does appreciate. The challenge is the ‘running of the equipment’ by at least one person. So far we have only two people to do so and we need more on the roster. Please get in touch with the Stewards or the Session members on volunteering or suggesting persons to do so.
Since late November in the main entrance has been placed the United Church PAR Authorization Forms for new PAR donors https://united-church.ca/community-and-faith/get-involved/ways-give/giving-monthly-through-par as well as the form to make adjustments for those already on. Of course we always have the ‘envelopes’ available to make our contributions for ‘Local’, ‘Mission & Service’ and ‘Other’.
Please reflect on your element of support towards your Community of Faith and those who are helped through Mission and Service.
Best of the Season to You!
The Affirm Committee hosted a Holiday Meal at Bill’s Place!
The meal took place on December 28 at 5:30pm.
This Christmas dinner with all the trimmings gave 2SLGBTQIA2 folks in our community
the opportunity to enjoy a holiday meal with their chosen family.
Anne Gibson coordinated this event with help from folks from the church.
The meal took place on December 28 at 5:30pm.
This Christmas dinner with all the trimmings gave 2SLGBTQIA2 folks in our community
the opportunity to enjoy a holiday meal with their chosen family.
Anne Gibson coordinated this event with help from folks from the church.
What a fun way to spend three mornings - making 600 apple pies.
Thanks to everyone who came out and helped.
We support -
U.C. Mission & Service
Kenesserie Camp
Canadian Foodgrains Bank
Outreach for Hunger
Chatham Goodfellows
Salvation Army
Pantry Program
C-K Hospice
SW Ontario Gleaners
Habitat for Humanity
Hope Haven
R.O.C.K. Missions
Thanks to everyone who came out and helped.
We support -
U.C. Mission & Service
Kenesserie Camp
Canadian Foodgrains Bank
Outreach for Hunger
Chatham Goodfellows
Salvation Army
Pantry Program
C-K Hospice
SW Ontario Gleaners
Habitat for Humanity
Hope Haven
R.O.C.K. Missions
Some good news from St. Paul’s/Vic Ave Syrian family.
Mohammad Oklah passed his Canadian Citizenship exam,
Malak started high school and Thabit started JK.
Mohammad Oklah passed his Canadian Citizenship exam,
Malak started high school and Thabit started JK.
The St. Paul's-Victoria Avenue church family sends condolances to the family of Larry Beck
who passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023, at the age of 73.
who passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023, at the age of 73.
The Cloverbuds 4-H Club is meeting at St. Paul's-Victoria Avenue church.
At the meeting on Saturday, March 25, 2023, the 20 members attending recited the 4-H pledge:
I pledge
My head to clearer thinking,
My heart to greater loyalty,
My hands to larger service,
My health to better living,
For my club, my community,
my country, and my world.
Their motto is: "Learn to do by Doing".
They wrote a Code of Conduct and signed their names to the document
as a promise to uphold the code during their meetings.
At the meeting on Saturday, March 25, 2023, the 20 members attending recited the 4-H pledge:
I pledge
My head to clearer thinking,
My heart to greater loyalty,
My hands to larger service,
My health to better living,
For my club, my community,
my country, and my world.
Their motto is: "Learn to do by Doing".
They wrote a Code of Conduct and signed their names to the document
as a promise to uphold the code during their meetings.
If you are wondering if your pantry donations are being put to good use, YES, THEY ARE.
Here are some pictures from last week's pantry program. Items are not the same every week but it gives you an idea.
People can chose two proteins. One small bag of milk is one protein and, if they choose that,
they can have one other item from proteins.
They also have the choice of a roll of toilet paper or a box of Kleenex each week.
At the personal hygiene stop, they have one choice of
deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, or sanitary pads every week.
One week they can get coffee, tea, or sugar, etc., and dish or laundry soap the other week.
Then they have two choices from the fruits and vegetables table.
The people can also get a $25 shopping card every two months.
Your donations to this outreach are used wisely and are much appreciated.
Here are some pictures from last week's pantry program. Items are not the same every week but it gives you an idea.
People can chose two proteins. One small bag of milk is one protein and, if they choose that,
they can have one other item from proteins.
They also have the choice of a roll of toilet paper or a box of Kleenex each week.
At the personal hygiene stop, they have one choice of
deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, or sanitary pads every week.
One week they can get coffee, tea, or sugar, etc., and dish or laundry soap the other week.
Then they have two choices from the fruits and vegetables table.
The people can also get a $25 shopping card every two months.
Your donations to this outreach are used wisely and are much appreciated.
The amalgamation service for St. Paul's and Victoria Avenue took place on Sunday, January 22, 2023.
Carolyn was housecleaning and found these old pictures taken when we had dark hair.
Please save -
- eye glasses (Darrel Stewart) - dry, clean outer milk bags (Sharon Ball) - pop cans (transfer station or Masonic Temple) - used batteries (Battery Boy) |
Currently at St. Paul’s we have monthly cards being sent to
12 students, 11 shut-ins and “Any Canadian Soldier”. If you know of anyone that you think should be added to our list please contact Martha Marshall and they can be added. “A quick little note can go a long way to brightening someone’s day”. |
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