e-news fri sept 28/12

1.    “Building on the Rock” scripture this Sunday – Revelation 5: 1-14

During this year, we invite the congregation to read and meditate on scripture and to “Build” on the teachings of our Lord. Currently, the teaching from the pulpit will be from the book of Revelation. Follow along with us in discovering this significant book in the Bible.

2.    Christian Fitness: Becoming Light – Paul McKechnie's Sunday Group begins again. We invite you to the Fireside Room on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. to join in the discussion.

3.    Congregational Meeting – The congregation is invited to attend an important meeting this Sunday, September 30 (after the traditional worship service) regarding the hiring of a part-time Children's Pastor. We are following up from the meeting we had in the early summer. We will meet again to answer any questions. We will conclude the meeting with a congregational vote. Childcare will be provided during the meeting. You will also find in the attachment a clarification concerning the job qualifications of the position.

4.    Giving Thanks and Giving Generously – Thanksgiving is coming soon. Let’s give thanks to God for all His blessings. This season, let’s also share our blessings with others. At St. Paul’s, will you join us in sharing our bounty with those in need?

Pinecrest Terrace Food Bank – We invite you to bring nonperishable foods for the local Food Bank. There has been a decrease in food donations for the Food Bank this year. Your donations will be greatly appreciated. There is a great need for high priority items such as canned fish and meat, peanut butter, canned stew or chilli, hot and cold breakfast cereal, crackers, rice, juice boxes and granola bars. Food donations may be placed in the food bin located in the narthex.

5 Loaves and 2 Fish for Thanksgiving – There is a familiar story in the Bible about a boy who gives to Jesus 5 loaves and 2 fish. His gift fed thousands. On Thanksgiving Sunday, we will create a wonderful opportunity for the children to offer their "5 loaves and 2 fish". For both the Contemporary and Traditional Service, we are asking families to allow their children to bring to the front their food donations during the Children's Time. Let's teach our children the significance of giving during this season. 

Sharing Your Home – Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for family but it can also be a wonderful opportunity to invite a guest to your table. Consider others in St. Paul’s, in your workplace or in your neighbourhood who would be blessed by your fellowship this Thanksgiving.

5.    English as a Second Language Classes – ESL classes will be held on Thursdays from 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. If you know anyone who might benefit from these classes, please invite them to come to St. Paul’s. No need to pre-register. For further information, please contact Don Moen at donaldeugenemoen@yahoo.com or 819-770-2536.

6.    St. Paul's Book Circle is hosting a movie night on Monday, October 15, 2012 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. We will be showing Pilgrim's Progress: Journey to Heaven, a contemporary adaptation and dramatization of Bunyan's classic work, as relevant today as when it was written in 1678.  Follow Christian, an everyday character, as he travels from the City of Destruction to the Celestial City and be encouraged in your own journey!  The sign-up sheet is available in the narthex, next to Scripture Union.  For further information, please contact Mary Anne Marston at 613-592-9171.

7.    Presbyterian Record Renewal – Cost: $32.00 + $4.16 = $36.16. Please contact Irene Nesbitt at 1-613-267-2813

8.    Pre-Authorized Remittance (PAR) is a very convenient way to help support your church financially. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Brian Chamberlain (613-723-1872 – chamberlain1872@rogers.com) or Mark Ranson (mark.ranson@sympatico.ca)

9.    Scripture Union Notes are available for those who have subscribed. Please pick up your issues on the table at the Resource Centre entrance. It is time for subscription renewal. If anyone would like to get or renew their subscription, please contact Brian Chamberlain at 613-723-1872 or chamberlain1872@rogers.com.

10. Thank you for your continued prayers for Pioneer Clubs – We are still looking for one co-leader for the Trailblazers, as well as Prayer Pals for each of our 23 "Pioneers". Please prayerfully consider becoming involved in this important children's ministry at St. Paul's. You will be a blessing and you will be blessed!  For more information please speak with Ghislaine Maclennan or Janet Mabie after the service.

11. The Nursery is in Need of Volunteers – If you love interacting with our youngest members, please consider joining our vibrant and growing ministry.  Occasional and once a month positions are available as well as some new teaching roles.  Contact Rachel Topps Colman at 613-722-5630 or Rtoppscolman@gmail.com

12. Farewell and Godspeed to Dr. Robin Barr – Dr. Barr will be moving to Toronto to be near family.  He and his late wife, Jean, have been much loved and greatly appreciated at St. Paul’s, and we will miss him–especially the Thursday Morning Men’s Group of which he was a faithful member.  May God bless him in his new home, and may he go in the assurance of our love and prayers for him.

13. Thank you St. Paul’s – On behalf of the family, I would like to express our appreciation to the congregation of St. Paul’s Presbyterian for the cards, letters, phone calls and expressions of concern received since my Dad passed away two weeks ago.  Your support is greatly appreciated during this difficult time. Mark Ranson (for the Ranson family)

14. A Note to the Congregation – May God bless all who helped with our difficult situation last Sunday morning. A special thanks to Paul Wheatley-Price and Wallace Troup for their exceptional attention and care before the paramedics arrived. Our apology for disrupting your sermon, Jack. Thank you all for your prayers. John and Irene Leggett

15. St Paul's Website Renovation – We are currently renovating our church website. Check out www.stpaulspcottawa.com. You'll find some new features as well as features that you have relied on in the past. We hope this website will be useful to regulars at St Paul's as well as those who are curious. Let us know if you have any suggestions.