Thursday, November 26, 2009
Reign of Christ Sunday
by Angie Burns-Burrell
PICTOU UNITED CHURCH - This week the congregation celebrated Reign of Christ Sunday. Greeting was Donna Weaver and Niki Venoit.
Second Cup Sunday was hosted by Brian Burris and Nancy and David Steele. Steward was Ian MacDonald.
M&S Enthusiast was Margaret Anne Dodson.
Lay Leaders were Emily Cyr and Arthur MacDonald.
Older hymns were sung this Sunday – Great is Thy Faithfulness, Jesus Came a Child Like Me and What a Friend We Have in Jesus.
During a Moment for All, Rev. Moriarity spoke to the Sunday School about what they thought of when they heard the word “King” and how Jesus was a different kind of King. One that ruled not with power but with Love. As we head into Advent we are asked to think about a different kind of King and that caring and kindness can change the world.
The Choir offered a stirring and emotional “I’m Goin’ Up Yonder”. Rev. Moriarity commented that we have no ordinary Sundays when we have a Choir that can sing like ours.
Last year our CAN-struction Christmas Tree made such a difference with over 880 cans being donated to our Food Bank. This year Pictou United is inviting everyone to ‘BOX IT UP” as we make Christmas sleigh out of boxes of food.
PICTOU UNITED CHURCH - This week the congregation celebrated Reign of Christ Sunday. Greeting was Donna Weaver and Niki Venoit.
Second Cup Sunday was hosted by Brian Burris and Nancy and David Steele. Steward was Ian MacDonald.
M&S Enthusiast was Margaret Anne Dodson.
Lay Leaders were Emily Cyr and Arthur MacDonald.
Older hymns were sung this Sunday – Great is Thy Faithfulness, Jesus Came a Child Like Me and What a Friend We Have in Jesus.
During a Moment for All, Rev. Moriarity spoke to the Sunday School about what they thought of when they heard the word “King” and how Jesus was a different kind of King. One that ruled not with power but with Love. As we head into Advent we are asked to think about a different kind of King and that caring and kindness can change the world.
The Choir offered a stirring and emotional “I’m Goin’ Up Yonder”. Rev. Moriarity commented that we have no ordinary Sundays when we have a Choir that can sing like ours.
Last year our CAN-struction Christmas Tree made such a difference with over 880 cans being donated to our Food Bank. This year Pictou United is inviting everyone to ‘BOX IT UP” as we make Christmas sleigh out of boxes of food.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
A “call” from God
by Sharon Cheverie
Pictou - Greeting the congregation were Diane Vaughn and Ross MacLeod, steward was Ian MacDonald.
Vee Reich gave a report on the very successful Ten Thousand Villages sale held over the weekend. She extended a thank-you to all who support this project.
Lighting the Christ Candle was Amelia Parker.
Time with the children started with a “call” from God. Rev. Mary-Beth Moriarity explained to how God calls us to be kind and helpful to others. We share God's love when we are kind. He lets us know that we are special.
Hebrew Scripture and Gospel Lesson were read by Rev. Moriarity.
We were honored to welcome as a special guest to today’s worship Rev. Tesshin James Smith, Head Monk of the Atlantic Soto Zen Centre as he spoke to the congregation about the similarities in the practice of his faith compared with ours.
Following worship the congregation was invited to the hall to greet Tesshin Smith and to join in a time of food and fellowship hosted by the worship committee.
Please join us this Sunday at 9:45 for Second Cup Sunday. All are Welcome.
Pictou - Greeting the congregation were Diane Vaughn and Ross MacLeod, steward was Ian MacDonald.
Vee Reich gave a report on the very successful Ten Thousand Villages sale held over the weekend. She extended a thank-you to all who support this project.
Lighting the Christ Candle was Amelia Parker.
Time with the children started with a “call” from God. Rev. Mary-Beth Moriarity explained to how God calls us to be kind and helpful to others. We share God's love when we are kind. He lets us know that we are special.
Hebrew Scripture and Gospel Lesson were read by Rev. Moriarity.
We were honored to welcome as a special guest to today’s worship Rev. Tesshin James Smith, Head Monk of the Atlantic Soto Zen Centre as he spoke to the congregation about the similarities in the practice of his faith compared with ours.
Following worship the congregation was invited to the hall to greet Tesshin Smith and to join in a time of food and fellowship hosted by the worship committee.
Please join us this Sunday at 9:45 for Second Cup Sunday. All are Welcome.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
“IF YOU CAN’T REMEMBER WAR GIVE THANKS FOR PEACE”
by Sharon Cheverie
Pictou – We gathered at Pictou United for worship in recognition of Remembrance Day Sunday. Greeting the congregation was Beth MacDonald, steward was Bill Dodson.
Lighting the Christ Candle and Call to worship was given by Karla Marshall. God is our refuge and our strength. We gather our hearts and minds to remember those who served and continue to serve for freedom, life and peace.
Laying of the wreaths was carried out by Alison Yoshioka, Nicole MacKenzie, Brian Burris and Brad MacCallum. The Last Post and Reveille was offered by Celine Dube.
Participating in our Remembrance reflections with various readings and candle lighting were, Beth MacDonald, Vee Reich, Donna Weaver, Margaret Anne Dodson, Art MacDonad, Bonny McTague and Rev. Mary Beth Moriarity.
Ministry of Music “Hymn to Freedom” was beautifully sung by the church choir.
Remembering is not easy, we forget at our own peril.
“IF YOU CAN’T REMEMBER WAR GIVE THANKS FOR PEACE”
Praying always, Lest we Forget, Lest We Forget
Next Sunday we welcome special guest Rev Tesshin James Smith director of the Atlantic Zoto Zen Centre. Rev. James will speak on Zen Buddhist beliefs and practices. Worship is at 10:30, all are welcome.
Pictou – We gathered at Pictou United for worship in recognition of Remembrance Day Sunday. Greeting the congregation was Beth MacDonald, steward was Bill Dodson.
Lighting the Christ Candle and Call to worship was given by Karla Marshall. God is our refuge and our strength. We gather our hearts and minds to remember those who served and continue to serve for freedom, life and peace.
Laying of the wreaths was carried out by Alison Yoshioka, Nicole MacKenzie, Brian Burris and Brad MacCallum. The Last Post and Reveille was offered by Celine Dube.
Participating in our Remembrance reflections with various readings and candle lighting were, Beth MacDonald, Vee Reich, Donna Weaver, Margaret Anne Dodson, Art MacDonad, Bonny McTague and Rev. Mary Beth Moriarity.
Ministry of Music “Hymn to Freedom” was beautifully sung by the church choir.
Remembering is not easy, we forget at our own peril.
“IF YOU CAN’T REMEMBER WAR GIVE THANKS FOR PEACE”
Praying always, Lest we Forget, Lest We Forget
Next Sunday we welcome special guest Rev Tesshin James Smith director of the Atlantic Zoto Zen Centre. Rev. James will speak on Zen Buddhist beliefs and practices. Worship is at 10:30, all are welcome.
Sunday, November 08, 2009
Advertising God - What is God like?
by Ralph Ferguson
Last week I received an email from a friend. The story goes ...
A Christian school asked the class to look at TV commercials to see if they could use them in some way to communicate ideas about God.. Here are some of their ads:
Last week I received an email from a friend. The story goes ...
A Christian school asked the class to look at TV commercials to see if they could use them in some way to communicate ideas about God.. Here are some of their ads:
Thursday, November 05, 2009
PEACE SABBATH (All Saints Day)
by Sharon Cheverie
PICTOU UNITED CHURCH - Greeting worshippers was Donna Weaver, Steward was Ian MacDonald.
This week’s bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of Brother Rand MacDougall by Margaret Anne and Bill Dodson.
The church calendar observes this Sunday as All Saints Day as well as Peace Sabbath. We pray for peace in our lives our homes and our community. Lighting the Christ Candle and Call to Worship were by Josh Young.
Gathering Prayer was led by Kerri Waller.
Readings were given by Luke Young and Brad MacCallum.
We celebrate this day with the music of Peter, Paul and Mary. Their music formed a generation of peacemakers and activists it continues to touch the hearts, lives, dreams and hopes of so many.
During the service songs sang and performed were,
PICTOU UNITED CHURCH - Greeting worshippers was Donna Weaver, Steward was Ian MacDonald.
This week’s bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of Brother Rand MacDougall by Margaret Anne and Bill Dodson.
The church calendar observes this Sunday as All Saints Day as well as Peace Sabbath. We pray for peace in our lives our homes and our community. Lighting the Christ Candle and Call to Worship were by Josh Young.
Gathering Prayer was led by Kerri Waller.
Readings were given by Luke Young and Brad MacCallum.
We celebrate this day with the music of Peter, Paul and Mary. Their music formed a generation of peacemakers and activists it continues to touch the hearts, lives, dreams and hopes of so many.
During the service songs sang and performed were,
- Where Have All the Flowers Gone, Puff the Magic Dragon sung by Emma Ruiz,
- “Blowing in the Wind” performed by John Syder MacDonald,
- “All My Trials” performed by Nicki Veniot, Carlee MacNeil and Lesley Dunn,
- “Weave Me the Sunshine” performed by John Spyder MacDonald, and
- “All The Pretty Little Horses” sang by Nathalie Mitchell.
Video performance was also shown of Peter, Paul and Mary singing “If I had a Hammer” during the 1963 Civil Rights March in Washington.
Thank-you to all who shared their gift of song and music for today’s service. Music has a great power of bringing people together and touches us in very deep ways.
All were invited to join together in the church hall for Coffee Hour following worship.
Recording of today’s service by Eastlink will be televised next Sunday the 8th at 1:00 as well as Sunday the 15th at 12:00.
