Mòrar's Musings

May 29, 2026

Now that we’ve reentered baseball season, my message this coming Sunday will be inspired by a past Blue Jay, R.A. Dickey. I met him when my husband’s college at UofT gave him an honorary doctorate. That was a perk of having Alan as a husband. There are perks and burdens being married to a minister, and to have two ministers in the family -- and two denominations and several theological colleges -- well, it can be a lot. As my oldest said, “I must live in the only family where you come down to eat breakfast with the Bishop of Alaska and go swimming with the Dean of Theology at St. Mike’s who does cannonballs in our pool.”

Our life has been rich, but not without sacrifices. So, this week, I’d like you to think about your new minister’s family. As you care for your minister, remember that some (a lot) of the cost of doing ministry is paid by family members. I couldn’t have done what I have done without the support of Alan on a daily basis, and I’m sure that will be true of Wendy as well.

When Alan retired recently, he received a $250 gift certificate for a restaurant we can’t eat at. How we would have loved to have spent that money on a family event of our own choosing, that would include our children and grandchildren. Think of ways you can support Wendy’s family so they can decide what they would like to do to celebrate your generosity. (And by the way, if you would like a gift certificate to Oliver’s in Oakville ...😏)

Blessings,

Mòrar

Upcoming Week



Sunday, May 31

10:00 a.m. - Online and in-person worship led by Rev. Mòrar; Bunch for Lunch following the service

Monday, June 1

Tuesday, June 2

Wednesday, June 3

Thursday, June 4

4:00 p.m. - Chancel Choir practice

Friday, June 5

Saturday, June 6

Upcoming Events & Announcements

YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS! ANNUAL PICNIC

Dust off your lawn chairs and dig out any fun (easy!) outdoor games! Get ready for EMUC’s annual picnic, which will take place on Sunday, June 14 following worship. And BONUS… this will be our new minister Wendy Cranston’s first worship Sunday with us, so a very special, doubly wonderful happening. It’ll be a POTLUCK picnic fare event.

WHAT TO BRING: Membership and Pastoral Care is kindly asking for donations of picnic fare: sandwiches, devilled (‘angelled’??) eggs, salads, etc. Dessert, lemonade, coffee and tea will be provided.

BYO: Sun hat (if needed), lawn chair (if desired) and any fun lawn games you enjoy. Bocce ball will be provided and, back by popular demand, will be the bean bag toss game.

WHAT TO DO: Come join us for some fun, possibly your first picnic of the summer, and an opportunity to meet and visit with Wendy. Mark your calendars now! This is a rain or shine event and will be held inside if there is inclement weather.

Submitted by Sandy Hayes

SME Team

This past Sunday, I announced that we are now going to be a SME Site (Supervised Minister Education) for a year as we have hired Wendy Cranston as our Minister Candidate, and I asked for volunteers to be on our SME Team.

The following people have agreed to be on this team: Valerie Carter, Valerie O’Neale, Dave Leeder, Barb Jennings, Debby Sturgeon, Terry French and Kathy Andres. Feel free to talk to any of them throughout this process.

Submitted by Kathy Andres

Communiqué

The next issue of Communiqué will be published on Sunday June 21. This is the last issue before August. The deadline for submissions is Monday, June 15. If you have any articles or photos that you would like to submit for consideration, please send them to cathy.scattergood@sympatico.ca by June 15. This issue will include events from mid-April (post Holy Humour Sunday) until the present (e.g. Spring Fling, annual picnic, etc.).

Submitted by Cathy Scattergood

Name Tag Orders

If you would like a magnetic name tag with our new logo on it; please sign up using the order form on the back bulletin board. The cost of the nametag is $15 and this charge may be paid by EFT to donations@emuc.ca (put nametag in the description), cash or cheque.

If you have any questions, please contact Sandy Hayes or the office

Submitted by Sandy Hayes

Special Fundscrip Announcement

Due to holidays, there will be no Fundscrip orders placed in May or June. We will resume the program in July. Please watch for further notice on the date for the next order.

Thank you for your continued support of this important fundraiser!

Submitted by Joanne Hines

Take a look at our new welcoming outer office area!

This area is a work in progress, and we are hoping one of you can help. We are looking for a few picture frames to display posters that will be rotated throughout the church season. The sizes vary from 16”x22” to 12”x17”, and many of the posters can be trimmed.

Please contact the office if you are able to help.

Submitted by Tina Driscoll

Bunch for Lunch

On Sunday, May 31, you are invited to join in a time of fellowship following service.

We will meet at 11:45 a.m. at the Sunbeam Grill restaurant (2501 Hampshire Gate, Unit 3A, Oakville – South side of Dundas just west of Winston Churchill Blvd.) Separate cheques.

Please let us know you are coming so we can advise the restaurant of numbers. You can sign up on the signup sheet posted on the bulletin board at the back of the church. Alternatively, let Tina in the office know, so she can add you to the list.

Submitted by Larry van Goozen

Lgoozen@gmail.com

Deacon's Cupboard Donation Suggestions

Thank you for the tremendous response to our request for food items. Your support has helped us stock our shelves each week. In June, we are asking EMUC to donate pasta and pasta sauce. Of course, we will also accept other food items. Your support enables us to share God’s bounty. 

Please note that the Deacon's Cupboard will be closed in July.

Submitted by the EMUC Deacon's Cupboard Team

Save the Date! Mark Your Calendar!

• Sun., June 7 - Pride service; Rev. Mòrar's last Sunday; Communion
• Sun., June 14 - Wendy Cranston's first Sunday; Annual Picnic following the service

Community Events

• Wed., June 10, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Pride Event at Peel Regional Police Headquarters; see poster below

Scent-Free Environment

Erin Mills United Church is a scent-free space. Some people have allergies or chemical sensitivities. To ensure that everyone can worship comfortably, we ask that you help us maintain a scent-free environment. Please avoid wearing scented products when attending service or events. Thank you!

Tina's Office Hours are as follows:

PLEASE NOTE: Tina is off to Gay Paris May 28; returning to work on June 2nd.

If you need access to the church during this time, please email office@emuc.ca and arrange a time in advance. The office phone and email will be monitored for urgent issues.

Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Tina will be working from home on Mondays (all day). She takes a half hour lunch break sometime between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

Rev. Mòrar plans to be in the office on Tuesdays with exceptions as needed. Please arrange in advance to meet with her by emailing office@emuc.ca and indicating "Message for the Minister" in the subject line.

For guaranteed access to the church, call or email, to arrange a time in advance. Email (office@emuc.ca) or call (905-820-9466 x23).

For Pastoral Care Emergencies call 905-820-9466 x23 or email pastoralcare@emuc.ca

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