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Greetings!
Welcome to a New Year and a new season in the Church. Here’s the latest news from our Community of Faith.
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New From Wider Church and Community |
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In a world of lies and broken promises, in a time of pandemic panic and fearful division, who can we trust?
As we draw assurance and inspiration from the ancient poetry and wisdom of the Psalms, we turn to Psalm 62 for a powerful truth in our time: in God alone can we find our peace. But is it true? Join us as we gather to share stories and listen to the bold declaration that, through it all, we can trust that God is, indeed, holding our lives.
Click here to view the trailer video for this series.
This week we we’ll hear from Brian Zwick as he shares his experience of being held by God through the challenging moments in his life. Before you engage in the online worship, take a look at Psalm 62 and see what words or phrases capture your attention and your heart.
For scripture readings, hymns, and the drawing of cupped hands for your prayer bowl click here.
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(11 am Sunday Morning)
Please continue joining us for coffee time after church. You can join by Zoom or by telephone. We meet all together and then move into break-out rooms of four or five people. Since the congregational meeting more and more people are joining in. It's so nice to see the familiar faces!!!!
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Here's how to join us:
Click here to join us via zoom video on your computer.
OR Join us for Coffee Hour by Telephone
- just like the old party lines!
Three simple steps:
- Dial 778 907 2071
- Enter Meeting ID: 889 2198 7192, then press the # key
- Enter the Passcode: 382024 + #key
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ThirdSpace Conversation Café
Join Rev. Bruce for our weekly Thirdspace Conversation Café...
Every Wednesday at 10:30 - 11:30am VIA ZOOM!
Join us for a gently facilitated conversation!
Join us on Zoom:
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Art of Children and Youth Ministry Course! |
Do you have a special concern for children & youth as they grow up in faith & love?
Please contact Rev. Bruce or Rev. Janice if you're interested.
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A HUGE Thank You from Doris Mowat
This is my attempt at responding to the many warm, loving messages I have received. They were like 'manna' for me.
I have become aware of how deeply your friendships have helped me become who I am.
Moving to Summerhill Parc in North Vancouver is a big change for me and this is a big place however I am beginning to feel at home 'as one of them'.
Peninsula United Church folk will always have a big place in my heart and I send a huge "THANK YOU" to each of you for your thoughtfulness and caring.
Love to all,
Doris
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Lenten Study Group on Zoom - Six Monday nights with Rev. Janice starting Feb. 22. |
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Are you longing for a community of friends to connect with through Lent this year?
Yearning for a few wise souls to share the risky, surprise-filled adventure and explore the places that will challenge you and stretch you to your limit?
This year's Lenten book is full of reflections on hope and change to help us cherish the complex stories of the Bible. It's good to read by itself; it's even more exciting to read together with others!
In this Lenten devotional, daily reflections by diverse contributors invite us to reflect on and embody God’s welcome and love for people who are on the move for a variety of reasons.
Join Rev. Janice on Zoom starting Feb. 22 at 7 pm.
Click here to register. Limited to 15 participants.
Book cost $16.00 (or what you can afford)
We are ordering a few extra copies of the Devotional book for those who wish to purchase them without signing up for the Zoom conversation.
If you would like a devotional book and are not going to participate in the Zoom Study Group, please call the office 604-531-2979.
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Join us for a series of six transformational conversations as we engage in safe, meaningful and bold conversations about race. We will hear from a diverse and articulate panel of authors as they share their unique personal experiences, helping us to reflect on privilege in our society. Facilitated on Zoom by Rev. Bruce.
Fridays, 1:30pm, starting on Feb. 12. Space is limited: sign up here.
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The Coldest Night of the Year is an annual event that raises money for the hungry, homeless and hurting in 100+ communities across Canada including one right here in White Rock. Once again this year, Peninsula United will be forming a team called "United Feet for the Street" to walk in this year's event.
But of course it's going to be a bit different this year as we can't gather as a large group and walk as a team. This year's Coldest Night will be a virtual event, that is, participants will be able to choose where and when they want to walk. Pick your own 2km or 5km course, and walk it any time between February 19th, 20th, and 21st.
Once again, local fundraising efforts will benefit SOURCES, our local Community Resources Society serving more than 5,000 people living in poverty in White Rock, Delta, Langley and beyond.
There are two ways you can help out:
1. Register as a Walker and walk on your own or with family members.
Sign up Here to register and join our virtual team as a fundraiser and a walker. Registration is FREE. Or,
If you'd like more information please click here or call or email Glenn Roy at 604-728-8174. Thanks for your Support.
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Annual Reports must be submitted to the church office [email protected] no later than the morning of Monday, February 1, 2021.
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From the Envelope Secretary |
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2021 boxed offering Envelopes will be available again for pick-up next week at the following times and locations.
* Covid safety protocols will be followed – please wear a face mask. *
- at Sunnyside site – Mon, Jan.25, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
- at Crescent site – Tues, Jan.26, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
After this time, please contact me to make arrangements to pick up at my home address, or at the church office during (limited) office hours. My contact information is in the Congregational Directory, or call the Office.
*If you can pick up and deliver Envelopes to a friend or neighbour, that would greatly help with distribution. Thank you.*
If you are unable to pick up your Envelopes, or make arrangements with a friend to do so, please be in touch to make other arrangements.
As long as we are prevented from holding in-person worship services, your offering Envelopes may be mailed to the church office or dropped in the church mailbox, both at the Sunnyside site, weekly, or monthly if preferred.
Thank you.
~ Val Austring
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Signs of Hope and New Life |
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What signs of hope and new life are you seeing? Send us your photos: [email protected].
I planted this heather plant last year and it is still small but the delicate white flowers are a bright spot in my garden. - Joanne Feuer
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Invitation for Scripture Readers |
Would you like to read scripture during our video Worship Services? We would love to have you join our Scripture Readers team!
The scripture will be sent to you beforehand. On site it is read in large print format from a tablet screen beside the camera.
We record the service at the Crescent site, Thursdays from 1 -3 pm. We are carefully distanced, and hand sanitizer is available. You may stay just for your part of the recording, but many enjoy staying to help with background responses, and to see what goes on “behind the scenes”!
Alternatively, you might prefer to record yourself reading from home, and afterwards send the file to Denice Grant.
Please contact Victoria Jones (604-538-9153) or the office, if you are interested. |
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The Shelter at Peace Portal Alliance Church is full every night. There have been 983 guest visits since Nov 13th .
In this wet and dark time the Shelter is a place of rest and refuge. Thank you to those who have generously donated to the Shelter. The guests are very appreciative of everything they receive.
Ongoing Shelter needs:
Disposable masks- urgently required
Hand sanitizer- small and large bottles
Hand or foot warmers- dollar store
New warm men's socks
Used or New Men's:
- warm, waterproof winter jackets
- waterproof wind breakers
- large sweat pants
- sweat shirts and warm sweaters
- belts/boots
Please donate to: Peace Portal Alliance Church - 9:00 - 4:30 Mon- Fri
Address: 15128 27B Ave (corner of King George Blvd and 152nd Ave)
Go to office and push white button on side of door for receptionist.
Many thanks for your caring hearts.
For more info please contact Pat Young: 604-779-2365
Masks/sanitizer: Kathy Booth (604)535-0723
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2020 Peninsula United Church Redevelopment Committee Report |
In spite of COVID restrictions the Redevelopment Committee has been busy finalizing the design for the church on the former First United site.
The interior design plans addressing décor issues including the incorporation of the beams from the demolished church as accent pieces have been finalized. A contracted Audio Visual specialist is working with the committee and selected church advisors.
As of December 4, 2020 the finalized version of the revised kitchen design was submitted to White Rock City Hall. The revised version meets the requirements for a fully operational kitchen.
In early December, Chandos, the general contractor, was waiting for confirmation of a couple of outstanding permits. Work on the site resumed before Christmas.
The projection completion date is mid-2022. The committee will be receiving monthly updates regarding the ongoing progress and we hope occupancy will be in August of 2022.
Thanks to the Worship Committee there is now a banner on the construction fence indicating that Peninsula United Church will be part of the new facility and invites the community to on line worship.
Respectfully submitted on behalf of the Redevelopment Committee,
Fae Chato-Manchuk
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#1 - 1381 George St.
White Rock, BC
V4B 2L1
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WHAT: The Camino de Santiago of Creativity!
WHY: Tap into the journey of creativity: imagination, intuition, and inspiration
WHEN: Last Monday of the Month (January - June, 2021), 10:00 - 12:00
WHERE: ZoomRoom, 2021-B
The wood opens, the cave beckons, a meditative space hums and calls you, dear Travellers, to begin the journey. Artists, writers, dreamers, and seekers of daring and creative inspiration are summoned to engage in writing, doodling, art making, and envisioning couched in insightful conversations and introspections. Move forward; cross the threshold into imagination, intuition, and inspiration. Look inward; embrace what is seeking you.
(Zoom app required)
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ThirdSpace Conversation Café
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Join Rev. Bruce for our weekly Thirdspace Conversation Café...
Every Wednesday at 10:30 - 11:30am VIA ZOOM!
Join us for a gently facilitated conversation!
To Join:
Online Via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 883 7065 1699
Dial In:
Dial: 778 907 2071
Meeting ID: 883 7065 1699
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ThirdSpace Virtual Drop-In Café - Online
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Due to current BC Government restrictions on gatherings, our Drop-In is temporarily back online.
Friday morning 10am - 11am, grab your java and join us from the warmth and comfort of your own home!
How to join us:
Virtually Via Zoom:
Meeting ID: 999 4167 9678
Or Dial by Phone:
Dial: 778 907 2071 Canada
Meeting ID: 999 4167 9678
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Centering Prayer Coffee and Conversation |
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Tuesdays at 8 am
We are a small group of 4-12 people who gather for 20 minutes of contemplative, silent prayer,
followed by coffee and conversation.
Due to increased numbers of Covid 19 infections in the Fraser Health area, we have resumed praying in our individual homes
on Tuesday mornings followed by zoom coffee at 8 am.
For more information contact Rev. Janice Young:
When our Health Officer permits, we will begin meeting in person on the first Tuesday of the month in the sanctuary at the Crescent site to pray in silence and then visit.
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News from Affirming Ministry |
A sobering reminder that even if we don’t see anti-LGBTQ2S+ behaviour around us, it’s rampant in the world, and not always as far from home as we’d like to think.
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Covid-19 Safety Protocols at Peninsula United Church |
During the Pandemic our Covid-19 Safety Team (Kathy Matusiak, Anna Paton, Lee Chamberlain,
Carol Monaghan and Nikkie Ripka) continues to ensure that safety protocols are in place.
Click here for information about access to office and church buildings during COVID-19 restrictions.
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Click here for information on how to continue your offerings during this changing time.
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News From the Wider Church |
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Naramata Centre is available Online! |
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Cozy up to Winter with an Online Program.
Rest, reflect, and create through Naramata Centre's virtual programs. Meet with others around the country and join in on live sessions intended to nurture your spirit. Browse through some of the upcoming online classes for December and January and register now to secure your spot!
Our congregation has purchased an "All Access Pass" - a new initiative from Naramata Centre in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. What does this mean for you?
Click here to learn more about Peninsula's All Access Pass
If you need the discount code or have questions, feel free to give Barbara Gregg a call 604-649-4926
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Click here to see what's happening in the Pacific Mountain Region of the United Church of Canada during Covid-19 physical distancing measures.
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Prayer Ministry Requests: |
During the Corona Virus Pandemic, since we are no longer placing written requests in the sanctuary Prayer Box, members and adherents can submit prayer requests to Louise Bureau or Olive Lee by email or phone.
You can find our contact information in the church directory. If phoning in a request, please phone before 8 PM. You may also submit requests through our ministers. Thank-you. It is our privilege to serve you through our prayer ministry.
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Your Ministers are Here for you! |
Although Janice and Bruce cannot do home visits at this time, they are happy to speak with you by phone, especially if you are struggling with anxiety, health or family crises.
Janice: 604-531-2979 ext.2 or 778-980-8310
Bruce: 604-531-2979 ext.3 or 604-992-9183
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Weekly bulletin announcements must be in the office by 10 am on Wednesdays.
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Office Closed but Staff is on the job! |
The office and ThirdSpace will be closed for the foreseeable future but all our staff are available by phone and email.
Peninsula UC Office: 604-531-2979
ThirdSpace Office: 604-385-0822
Click here for information about access to office and church buildings during COVID-19 restrictions.
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15639 24th Avenue,
Surrey, BC V4A 2J6
604-531-2979
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