Thursday, January 28, 2010
Hope and Healing service for Haiti
by Sharon Cheverie
Pictou – Greeters were Margibel and Wilson Jones, steward was Nancy Steele.
Our Hope and Healing service for Haiti began with Susan Fraser who read a letter received by our partners of the Methodist Church in Haiti.
Lighting the Christ Candle were Luke and Rebecca Young who also led the Call to Worship.
Rev. Mary-Beth Moriarity’s time with the children started with the showing of a slide of hands holding the world which was followed by conversation of what is happening in Haiti and people around the world trying to help. She also showed a slide of a child playing amongst the ruble and seeing that as a sign of hope.
She explained to the children that because we care and we have a lot to share, the church will be holding a brown bag auction next week following service, with all money being donated to Haiti. The children were given brown bags to take to class to decorate then to take home to fill with something for the upcoming auction.
Rev. Moriarity read the Hebrew Scripture and Gospel Lesson.
During Reflections “We Are God’s Hands”, various slides were shown of the ruins and devastation in Haiti to the song “Hands” by Jewel. Rev. Moriarity spoke of the feelings of being overwhelmed and powerless, that our pain is god’s pain and how we need hope and healing. We must transform our compassion into passion. That we need to be global citizens of hope and healing each and every day. We are god’s hands. No one has the right to feel helpless; there is too much work to do.
Ministry of Music was offered by Randy and Cecily Gilby as they beautifully sang “Imagine”.
This week’s bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of son Donald by June and Robert Cameron.
This Sunday following worship there will be a fun and fundraiser for the “Haiti Emergency Appeal”. Worship begins at 10:30, all are welcome.
Pictou – Greeters were Margibel and Wilson Jones, steward was Nancy Steele.
Our Hope and Healing service for Haiti began with Susan Fraser who read a letter received by our partners of the Methodist Church in Haiti.
Lighting the Christ Candle were Luke and Rebecca Young who also led the Call to Worship.
Rev. Mary-Beth Moriarity’s time with the children started with the showing of a slide of hands holding the world which was followed by conversation of what is happening in Haiti and people around the world trying to help. She also showed a slide of a child playing amongst the ruble and seeing that as a sign of hope.
She explained to the children that because we care and we have a lot to share, the church will be holding a brown bag auction next week following service, with all money being donated to Haiti. The children were given brown bags to take to class to decorate then to take home to fill with something for the upcoming auction.
Rev. Moriarity read the Hebrew Scripture and Gospel Lesson.
During Reflections “We Are God’s Hands”, various slides were shown of the ruins and devastation in Haiti to the song “Hands” by Jewel. Rev. Moriarity spoke of the feelings of being overwhelmed and powerless, that our pain is god’s pain and how we need hope and healing. We must transform our compassion into passion. That we need to be global citizens of hope and healing each and every day. We are god’s hands. No one has the right to feel helpless; there is too much work to do.
Ministry of Music was offered by Randy and Cecily Gilby as they beautifully sang “Imagine”.
This week’s bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of son Donald by June and Robert Cameron.
This Sunday following worship there will be a fun and fundraiser for the “Haiti Emergency Appeal”. Worship begins at 10:30, all are welcome.
Friday, January 15, 2010
M. Carol Fagan
PICTOU – Surrounded by her family, Marion Carol Fagan, 68, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2010 in the Palliative Care Unit of the Aberdeen Hospital, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Born in Pictou on December 23rd, 1941, Carol was the daughter of the late Hector and Dorothy (Belyea) MacDonald. Graduating from Pictou Academy in the class of 1959, she went on to train at the Victoria General Hospital in Halifax, graduating as a registered nurse in the 1962B class.
She began her career in Portland, Oregon before returning home to nurse at the Sutherland Harris Memorial Hospital in Pictou, where she married Floyd and raised her family. Recovering from back surgery, she resumed her career in private duty nursing in Pictou County and subsequently worked for a number of years as a RN at the Shiretown Nursing Home up until her retirement.
Fiercely independent and always busy, Carol was involved in a number of groups. Guild of Nova Scotia. She was always eager to learn a new craft skill, and, although she would be too modest to say so, was successful in those she attempted. A member of Pictou United Church, she took part in the UCW. She will certainly be greatly missed by her fellow Stitch & Bitch members. She was an active member of the local executive of the Nova Scotia Nurses Union and the Pictou Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary.
She is survived by her sister, Margaret Hagen, Cole Harbour; her son, Pat Fagan; her daughter, Jennifer Fagan Dunbrack, Pictou; her daughter-in-law, Debbie Fagan, Heathbell; her sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Patsy and Robert Hansford, Central Caribou; and her grandson, Ryan Patrick Fagan Dunbrack. She is also survived by her nephews: Stephen Hagen, Paul Hagen, Brian Hagen, Shaun Hansford (Szilvia), Steve Hansford; and her niece, Lynne Downing (Stewart), as well as many cousins from Pictou Island and across the continent.
She will be missed by her nursing colleagues, her many friends, classmates, neighbours, including her frequent visitor, Mia, and all of whom have known her in years of taking care of the needs of others with compassion and a healthy sense of humor.
She was predeceased by her husband and soul mate of over 44 years, Floyd Joseph Fagan; her brother, Jamie MacDonald; and brother-in-law, Frank Hagen.
In accordance with her wishes, there will be no funeral or visitation. A private family graveside service will be held later, with internment in Seaview Cemetery.
Donations in Carol’s memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Aberdeen Hospital Palliative Care Society.
Arrangements are under the direction of the McLaren Funeral Service, Pictou.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
“Baptism of Jesus” Sunday
by Sharon Cheverie
Pictou – As we continue in the Season of Epiphany we observe “Baptism of Jesus” Sunday.
Greeters were June Sterns and Sharon Dewer, steward was Nancy Steele.
Margaret Anne Dodson gave the Mission Moment. This week’s bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of Patrick Moriarity by Mary- Beth Moriarity.
Rev. Moriarity’s time with the children talked of water and that we need water to survive, and how many Bible Stories are about water. That we use water for baptizing and that water is connected to God. Water is reminding us that we are God’s Beloved and we are called to love in the world and for the world. She told the children of Jesus’ baptism taking place in a river. In Baptism you are loved by God.
Hebrew Scripture and Gospel Lesson were read by Bev Simmons.
Rev Moriarity invited the congregation to “come to the water”, to touch the water and remember God’s goodness that surrounds and fills us.
Ministry of Music “Pie Jesu” was offered by Melanie Pos.
Coffee Hour followed in the church hall, a time for friendship and refreshments. This Sunday the 17th, “Second Cup” begins at 9:45 worship to follow at 10:30. All are welcome.
Pictou – As we continue in the Season of Epiphany we observe “Baptism of Jesus” Sunday.
Greeters were June Sterns and Sharon Dewer, steward was Nancy Steele.
Margaret Anne Dodson gave the Mission Moment. This week’s bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of Patrick Moriarity by Mary- Beth Moriarity.
Rev. Moriarity’s time with the children talked of water and that we need water to survive, and how many Bible Stories are about water. That we use water for baptizing and that water is connected to God. Water is reminding us that we are God’s Beloved and we are called to love in the world and for the world. She told the children of Jesus’ baptism taking place in a river. In Baptism you are loved by God.
Hebrew Scripture and Gospel Lesson were read by Bev Simmons.
Rev Moriarity invited the congregation to “come to the water”, to touch the water and remember God’s goodness that surrounds and fills us.
Ministry of Music “Pie Jesu” was offered by Melanie Pos.
Coffee Hour followed in the church hall, a time for friendship and refreshments. This Sunday the 17th, “Second Cup” begins at 9:45 worship to follow at 10:30. All are welcome.
Thursday, January 07, 2010
Epiphany Sunday celebrated
by Sharon Cheverie
PICTOU UNITED CHURCH - Epiphany Sunday was celebrated. Epiphany it is said means surprises.
Rev May-Beth Moriarity read the Christmas Story to the congregation which was full of “surprises”. Rev Moriarity explained how Christmas is not just one day that is celebrated but that we celebrate the season of Christmas ending with the feast of Epiphany, a coming into the light.
Epiphany is celebrated Jan 6th, 12 days following Christmas.
Rev Moriarity referred to the story of the Magi and their journey to Bethlehem. Of following a star which was so full of mystery yet full of promise, announcing God’s hope for the world. And His hope for the world continues long after Epiphany.
The congregation members were invited to write their hopes for 2010 on the stars that all were handed as they arrived; and then to tuck the star away as a reminder in the months to come.
The candles in the advent wreath were extinguished one by one followed by the singing of Christ Be Our Light.
Greeters were Carolyn Moore and Diane Vaughn, steward was David Steel.
Bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of son Austin William by Beth and Stewart MacDonald.
All are invited to coffee hour following worship next Sunday and to bring along leftover Christmas goodies to share.
Sunday worship is at 10:30 all are welcome.
PICTOU UNITED CHURCH - Epiphany Sunday was celebrated. Epiphany it is said means surprises.
Rev May-Beth Moriarity read the Christmas Story to the congregation which was full of “surprises”. Rev Moriarity explained how Christmas is not just one day that is celebrated but that we celebrate the season of Christmas ending with the feast of Epiphany, a coming into the light.
Epiphany is celebrated Jan 6th, 12 days following Christmas.
Rev Moriarity referred to the story of the Magi and their journey to Bethlehem. Of following a star which was so full of mystery yet full of promise, announcing God’s hope for the world. And His hope for the world continues long after Epiphany.
The congregation members were invited to write their hopes for 2010 on the stars that all were handed as they arrived; and then to tuck the star away as a reminder in the months to come.
The candles in the advent wreath were extinguished one by one followed by the singing of Christ Be Our Light.
Greeters were Carolyn Moore and Diane Vaughn, steward was David Steel.
Bulletin was dedicated in loving memory of son Austin William by Beth and Stewart MacDonald.
All are invited to coffee hour following worship next Sunday and to bring along leftover Christmas goodies to share.
Sunday worship is at 10:30 all are welcome.
