THOUGHTS & PRAYERS
Please remember Carl Mordeca and his family.

EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS 

 

Sunday Service
Join us this Sunday  at 9am during  our Contemporary Service with Band or our 10:30am during  our Traditional Service with our Choir.  Rev. Étienne's message will be "Solidarity in the Darkest Places."

Living Rock Food Drive
Please support the Living Rock Ministries by donating food to the youth in the Hamilton Area. They are always in need of pasta sauce, canned fruit and canned vegetables.

Baptisms and New Members
We are very excited by the response for New Members and Baptisms!   Everyone is invited to come pledge loving support and share in the joy as we will be baptizing the following candidates :
November 18, 2018 at 9:00am: Kailyn Judith Van Dam and Nathan Hunter Van Dam, children of Adrianne and Chad Van Dam
November 25, 2018 at 9:00am: Emma Robin Klingbeil Ball, daughter of Alisha Ball and Tracy Klingbeil and Callie Mae Kovacs, daughter of Carrie and Jason Kovacs

Senior's Social
Join us Monday from 1-2:30 in the Gathering Place for a cup of coffee or tea and a sweet and enjoy the company of other Seniors in our community. We will be having a Christmas Potluck Lunch on December 10th.
 
Wednesday Discussion Group
On November 11, 2018 the Wednesday Discussion Group will be meeting again.  Our focus will be on "Christianity's Family Tree" by Adam Hamilton.

Announcements
We ask that any and all Announcements that need to be in the Newsletter/Bulletin and those that are to be made off the pulpit Sunday morning are in to the office and Rev. Étienne by 9am Thursday morning.  This provides us with sufficient time to ensure that they are placed where they need to be and that sufficient time is set aside Sunday during the service.  Emergencies or illness is always the exception.  Thank you for your assistance.

Miracle of Jesus - Journey to the Bethlehem Marketplace
 
We need volunteers for all of the stations, as well as greeters, photographers, registration, and - of course - bakers to supply nut-free cookies and squares for the cafe.   Youth are welcome to participate to earn high school volunteer hours!   We also need people to come and set up on Friday, December 14, 3 pm until we are finished, and to help take-down on Saturday afternoon.   Sign-up sheets will be in the foyer or you can email Judy at judy.vanduzer@hotmail.com or contact the church office.

Donations: To off-set the costs donations would be greatly appreciated! Please indicate on your cheque (made payable to Marshall Memorial United Church) or envelope that the donation is for "Journey to Bethlehem".

URGENTLY NEEDED:
We need everyone, especially parents, to publicize this event in their Facebook groups, school on-line announcement boards, word-of-mouth, Community Centre, library or arena bulletin boards, etc.  Please contact Judy or the church office for more information on how you can help spread the word!

Communion Servers
We are in need of servers for both the 9 and 10:30 Services. This is a short term commitment involving one or two services throughout the year. No experience is required since Rev. Étienne will be conducting a mini workshop outlining the Communion format. Please consider being a part of this important aspect of worship. There are signup sheets available in the foyer outside the Gathering Place. If you have any questions please contact Jan Thompson 905-648-1720 or jan_thompson@outlook.com

Follow the Star
The Ancaster United Churches (Marshall, Ryerson, Jerseyville, Bethesda) will be presenting a Christmas program on December 2 called "Follow the Star". Families are invited to experience the Christmas story with carols, drama and children's activities. This will take place at the Fieldcote Park starting at 4pm. Admission is free, parking will be available at Ryerson Church and refreshments will be provided after the program. If you are able to assist with this event, please contact Landra at landra.smith2@gmail.com.  

Waiting and Wondering
Experiencing Spiritual Practices for Advent - each week will focus on an Advent Theme: Hope, Peace, Joy & Love. Join Rev Étienne Monday evenings from 6-7pm on November 26, December 3, 10 & 17 or Judy VanDuzer on Wednesdays from 1:30-3pm on November 28, December 5, 12 & 19.

Guy's Christmas Luncheon
On December 7th we will be hosting our annual Guy's Christmas Luncheon for Choices and, new this year, for the Learning Centre in Dundas. There will be many opportunities for you to donate items for the luncheon, for the goodie bags Santa will hand out or for monetary gifts to help make this special event happen. There will also be opportunities to help serve or clean up, etc. Signup sheets will be posted on the UCW Bulletin Board in the Hallway. We appreciate all of your kindness and generosity once again. Please speak with Linda Craig at 905-648-1671 if you have any questions. Thank You!

Joy Day
It will be held on Saturday  December 8th  at the  Waterfront Centre  once again, beginning at  10:30 a.m . Please mark your calendar and spread the word to your family and friends!  You can reach   me ,  Nancy Pierce, at H 519.304.3710, email nkpierce.oils@gmail.com OR text 905.921.7882, if you are new to Joy Day and would like to know more about it!
 
"Sing Christmas" Concert
The Chancel Choir will be presenting "Sing Christmas" on Sunday, December 9th at 3:00pm. Orchestral members will be present as well as a special guest, Jason Hales. Following the concert you will be treated to the choir's famous appetizers and refreshments will be served. Don't forget to mark this popular even on your calendar.

Sunday School Craft Sale
The Sunday School will be holding a Christmas Craft Sale on Sunday, December 9th between the two services. Te money raised will support our World Vision Foster Child, Jenny Mae. The children have been working hard making all the crafts and ornaments with the goal of raising $300.

UCW Christmas Luncheon
The UCW will be having a Christmas Luncheon on Friday, December 14th at noon. Tickets will go on sale Sunday, November 26th. Everyone is welcome to attend, please bring a friend!