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Friday, December 8, 2017

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Fri., Dec. 8, 2017

Council Corner 2

Knox Choirs

Outdoor Nativity

Poinsettias

3

Advent Services 4

Advent Devotional

Worship Workshop 5

Knox Café 6

Food Bank

Neighbours Helping

Community Caroling

7

Service Schedule

Volunteer Schedule 8

This Week at Knox 9

Scripture Reflections

Prayers for The Week 10

Knox United Church Student Minister: Gail Fricker Church office Tel: 519-632-7461

Email: [email protected]

Webpage: knoxuayr.weebly.com

FROM OUR STUDENT MINISTER

Advent Two: Peace This week we will light our second candle of Advent, the candle of peace.

We live in a world where we are in constant search of peace. As I turn on the news, I see the streets of Jerusalem filled with rioters. Fire bombs are thrown, and Israeli army personnel walk the streets of the Holy City in riot gear. There is tension in the air. At the same time, Greek and Turkey leaders meet for the first time in 50 years and top of the agenda is the refugee crisis.

Around the world we live in fear of terrorism; many women live in fear of abuse and domestic violence; members of the LGBTQ com-munity sometimes face verbal or physical threats. We live in a time when it is more important than ever to reach out with peace. A time when we are called not to hold grudges, not to point the finger in blame, not to exclude people for their faith, their culture, or their sexuality. We need to ask ourselves, at this time in Advent, what would Christ do?

At Christmas, the Christ Child comes into the world as the Prince of Peace. He brings the peace that passes understanding, the peace that we are called to pass on to others. Take time this week, to find a way to pass the peace of Christ onto someone.

Peace,

Gail.

Office Hours: Tuesdays to Fridays

9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.


THE COUNCIL CORNER

This week at Knox we've seen the warmth of fellowship and the delight of festivities as Advent pro-

gresses. Sunday we welcomed with joy Nancy Anderson and the Leeming family to our member-

ship. The service was followed by Munchies for Missions provided by our faithful and hard-working

Church In Action group. The Kindred Spirits met at the lovely home of Chris Cochrane for Chris

and Pauline's fun-filled Christmas meeting. On Wednesday morning the Men's Breakfast Group

met - enjoyed by several from Knox. Later that morning Gail shared an Advent devotional time in

the prayer room and we look forward to the Nativity in the Park on Sunday evening and Knox Cafe

on the 15th.

Although faith and joy are at a peak this festive time, I've experienced a difficult

week as my support was given to loved ones whose husband and father was on life

support. The experience taught me the power of prayer, the faith that sustains you

and the hope that surrounds you. The blink of an eye, the squeeze of a hand and

the turn of the head to ones voice became moments of great joy. We have so

much hope!

The Christmas season is always full of hope as we remember the first

Christmas when a tiny baby brought hope to a troubled world. Jesus

was hope personified in God's promise of a Saviour. As in the well-

known carol, we sing "Glory to the newborn King ... God and sinners rec-

onciled ... Christ, the everlasting Lord; ... Born that man no more may

die." That is perfect Hope. T he star so long ago represents that hope.

God chose a brilliant star burning in the darkness of night to demonstrate

how His Son would soon become the light to a very dark world. More

than 2000 years have passed and to this day, with great joy we cele-

brate the hope that is Christmas with stars and with lights on our homes,

our shrubbery and our trees. When you see the beautiful, shimmering

lights this Christmas season, may they be a reminder to you that Jesus

said, "I am the light of the world" (John 9:5). Thanks be to God.

So ... if you are able, experience the real meaning of Christmas - the hope - at the live Nativity on

Sunday evening. The churches of the community are joining together to present the Nativity and

to lead the community in a festive carol sing. The Dumfries Choir will also be attending. I'm look-

ing forward to seeing you there.

Yours in Christ, Betty Butcher Chair of Council


Sunday, December 10th, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.

OUTDOOR NATIVITY in the PARK This is a joint event put on by the churches of Ayr.

Community Carol Sing Hosted by the Township of North Dumfries

If you would like to participate in the LIVE NATIVITY as an

angel or a shepherd, meet at Christ Church at 5:00 p.m.

Join The Choir For Christmas!

The choir will be celebrating the Christmas story through song

During the Christmas Eve 10:30 am service.

They will be learning 4 songs (NOT too difficult).

Extra practices will be held after church in the music room,

Dec. 10th & 17th, 11:45am-12:30pm.

Come and join the choir for Christmas!

KNOX POINSETTIAS

Once again this December I will have poinsettias in the sanctuary for all to enjoy.

If anyone is interested in donating towards a poinsettia ‘In Honour of’ or ‘In Memory of’ a loved one, please feel free to call me at home (519-632-7878)or speak to me at church.

And, if possible, please have your information down on a piece of paper so I won’t make any mistakes on names for the bulletin.

Thanks so much, Janet Furlong

ANGEL VOICES Knox’s Children’s Choir

Practices Saturdays

December 9th & 16th 3:00 p.m.

All Children Welcome!


Advent Devotional

Advent is wonderful time of the year to reflect on God's word.

As we rush getting ready for the season, please take time mid-week to pause &

reflect on God.

Join me each Wednesday of Advent for a half hour devotion.

Wed. 13th and 20th. 10:00-10:30am.

In the Prayer room. No registration necessary.


Knox United Church invites You

to participate (play / perform) in the KNOX CAFÉ

To sign up, contact

Gail Fricker

@ 519-703-1954 or [email protected]


CHURCH IN ACTION

CAMBRIDGE SELF-HELP FOOD BANK

Items should be placed in the boxes provided under the coat rack outside of the Fellowship Hall. Items are weighed by Laura Johnson before they are put in the cupboard.

Suggestions for

DECEMBER

Personal Care items (Shampoo / Conditioner / Razors, etc.)

NEIGHBOURS HELPING NEIGHBOURS

Knox is collecting cleaning supplies for the Community Christmas Hamper program.

If you wish to help out, please bring in 1 bottle of dish soap, laundry soap and an all purpose cleaner on or before December 17th.

There are collection bags available by the coat rack.

Neighbours Helping Neighbours is a community group that collects food and do-nations throughout the year to assist families in the community. Created in 1990, it is a combined effort of the four churches in Ayr (Ayr Ministerial), collecting food, doing the yearly Christmas baskets, and even assisting with gas cards to help families get to hospital when needed.

Contact:

Ivan Bell:

519-571-4281

Cover the Community with Christmas Blessings!

Community Carolling Thursday, December 21st

Meet at Calvary at 5:45 p.m. Will be back at Calvary by 8:00 p.m.

Intergenerational fun event. All are welcome. A chance to share the Blessings of Christmas.


Service Schedule

December 10th “A Christmas Carol”

December 17th “Big News Story”

December 24th 10:30 a.m. The Christmas Story through song (Communion)

7:00 p.m. “Stories from the Stable” (Family service)

Date December 10 December 17 December 24

10:30 am December 24

7:00 pm

Sanctuary / Church Decor

Kate Cressman

Christine Cochrane

Kate Cressman

Christine Cochrane

Kate Cressman

Christine Cochrane

Kate Cressman

Christine Cochrane

Audio / Visual System

Janet Millward

Dennis Millward

Diane Bartle

Reg Cressman Reg & Kate Cressman

Musicians Carol Ditner-Wilson Mike & Merry Schmidt Carol Ditner-Wilson Mike, Merry Schmidt

Scripture Reader Advent Advent Advent Christmas Eve

Minute for Mission Reader

Christmas Eve

Adventures with God

Heather Smith

Diane Bartle Christmas Pageant

Linda Davidson

Heather Raby Christmas Eve

Counters Mary Perriman

Wayne/Karen Ehnes

Rob Wittke

Harry Humphrey

Jeremy Wright

Anne Lovett-Hutchinson Christmas Eve

Coffee Time Marilyn Scott Kate Cressman Christmas Eve

Sunday Volunteer Schedule


This Week at KNOX

9:30 AM Choir Practice Choir Room

10:30 AM Worship Service Sanctuary 11:30 AM Coffee Time Fel lowship Hal l

11:45 AM Christmas Choir practice Sanctuary

6:00 PM Outdoor Nativity Cenntenia l Park

OFFICE CLOSED 9:30 AM -

12:00 PMNorth Dumfries

PreschoolFel l Hal l /

Classrooms

11:30 PM CSC Community DiningFel l Hal l /

Ki tchen

6:45 PM Cubs Fel l Hal l

9:30 AM OFFICE OPEN 12:30 PM 9:30 AM -


Preschool

Fel l Hal l /

Classrooms

7:00 PM Church in Action mtg Scutt home 6:00 PM Gym Jam Fel l Hal l



Preschool

Fel l Hal l /

Classrooms

10:00 AM Advent Devotional Prayer Room

1:00 PM Knox Connection mtg Library Lounge 12:00 PM Cambridge Self-Help

Food Bank

Fel l Hal l /

Ki tchen

2:30 PM Worship Workshop Library Lounge 3:30 PM The Art of Music

Academy

Choir Room / MP

Room

9:30 AM OFFICE OPEN 12:30 PM

9:30 AM -


Preschool

Fel l Hal l /

Classrooms 4:00 PM The Art of Music MP Room

6:45 PM Beavers Fel l Hal l



PreschoolFel l Hal l /

Classrooms

7:00 PM Knox Café Fel lowship Hal l

12:00 PM FCC "Young at Heart"

Seniors LunchFel l Hal l /

Ki tchen

3:00 PM Angel Voices practice Choir Room

9:30 AM Choir Practice Choir Room

10:30 AM Worship Service Sanctuary 11:30 AM Coffee Time Fel lowship Hal l

11:45 AM Christmas Choir Practice Choir Room

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13 WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13

KNOX UNITED CHURCH COMMUNITY PARTNERS

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12

MONDAY, DECEMBER 11 MONDAY, DECEMBER 11

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10


SCRIPTURE REFLECTIONS

PRAYER REQUESTS:

As a church we are called to pray for each other and for our mission in the world. Throughout the week of

December 10, 2017

† We pray for the churches and their pastors in Ayr Ministerial:

Roseville United Brethren (Pastor Randy Magnus)

† We pray for the churches in the Hamilton Conference:

Erindale, Mississauga (Halton Presbytery)

† As we participate in the Monthly Prayer Cycle: (December)

Erie Presbytery

† Pray for Our Church (Conferences):

† Prayers for our members:

Jack, Betty Butcher’s brother-in-law

Anne Carroll

December 10th

2nd

SUNDAY of ADVENT

Isaiah 40:1-11

Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13

2 Peter 3:8-15a

Mark 1:1-8

December 17th

3rd

SUNDAY of ADVENT

Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11

Psalm 126

1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

John 1:6-8, 19-28

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