PRAYER CONNECTION:
To have prayers said or to become part of the connection: Leave a message with Susan at the Church Office (519-776-5121). Remember this is strictly confidential.
Lectionary Readings
November 26 ~ Reign of Christ
Ezekiel 34:11–16, 20–24 Psalm 100 Psalm 95:1–7a
Ephesians 1:15–23 Matthew 25:31–46
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December 3 ~ Advent I
Isaiah 64:1–9 Psalm 80:1–7, 17–19
1 Corinthians 1:3–9 Mark 13:24–37
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Upcoming at Essex:
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Wed. Nov. 29 6:30 pm Cubs/Scouts/Beavers
Thurs. Nov. 30 3:05 pm Junior Choir
Fri. Dec. 1 8:00 pm AA (Board Room)
Sat. Dec. 2 10:00 am Christmas Craft Show
Sun. Dec. 3 10:30 am Coffee before Worship
10:45 am Carol Singing
11:00 am Worship Service
11:30 am Christmas Craft Show
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Howdy Partners!
Line Dancing has been postponed until January. See you then.
For the month of November, our food donations are for the Salvation Army Food Bank.
The Beavers, Cubs and Scouts continue to collect pop cans. Please bring them in, in a bag and leave them in the gym.
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Friends of Essex United Church are offering rides to persons using walkers, and any others who would like to attend services at any time. Please contact the church office. Susan will then pass along any requests to FEUC.
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In The Community...
We are open for our new volunteers for our Salvation Army Meal Team. We prep, cook, serve, and cleanup once every three weeks.
We also placed a labelled box in the Narthex for the Windsor Youth Cenre who we have adopted to help from time to time.
Our immediate needs are as followed:
Mr. Noodles
Chef Boyardee
Cheese Slices
Granola Bars
Pop top cans of chili
Peanut Butter
Pudding cups
Kraft Dinner
Bus tickets and money
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When people put me down, O God, remind me of my value.
When people put others down, empower me to speak out on their behalf.
When people put themselves down, help me to assure them that all of us are your children, loved wholly, and unconditionally by you. Amen.
Prayers for all seasons.
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Announcements
PROGRAMS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE:
1. Junior Choir
All 6-12 year olds welcome! They sing monthly during worship. It offers young folks a chance to perform in a safe enviornment. Contact the office or Pastor Jim if interested.
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2. Scouting Program
Registration begins this fall on September 14th in the church gym. Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts are held on Wednesdays at 6:30.
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3. Junior Readers
Junior readers are a part of worship. Reading scripture gives young people an opportunity to read/speak in front of others in a safe environment. The pastor has a sign up list avaliable.
TAKING A STAND: INDIGENOUS ISSUES
The United Church has promised to do what it can to respond to the report of the Truth and Reconcilation Commission. We are holding six seminars this fall for 12 to 17 year olds to begin to study residential schools and how we need to respond to the Commission findings. These seminars will be on the following topics and dates:
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Looking for a economical space to rent?
We have a variety of spaces available at a reasonable cost.
Planning a bridal or baby shower?
Need space for a basketball game or volleyball game?
Hosting a meeting or day-long workshop?
Call Susan at 519-776-5121 for our rates and availability.