ANNOUNCEMENTS
Christmas Events:
Nov. 24th "Hanging of the Greens": During this service we will be decorating the church for Christmas and exploring some of the history behind our Christmas traditions.
December 1 "1st Sunday of Advent": Communion. We begin the season of Advent with a celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Don't forget our post-communion "Thank Offering" in support of those in need.
December 7th “Pilgrim’s Annual Cookie Walk”: 10:00 to Noon, is our annual Cookie Walk. Come purchase a tray for only $18.00 and choose from a wide variety of cookies. This is a perfect way to get your Christmas baking. Donations of 10 dozen bite size cookies would be appreciated.
December 8th "White Gift Sunday and Gospel Brunch": Our Risen Lord Jesus said to his disciples, “Come and have breakfast.” (John 21:12). We will be sharing a meal catered by our own Pilgrim's Table as we praise God though Song. Bissell Centre invites you to share this holiday season by donating a Christmas gift for a child or a Christmas stocking for an adult in need. Gifts for babies or children are plush toys, rattles, books, puzzles, dolls, hand held games & craft or science sets. Some suggested stocking items are, gift cards, nail polish, hair accessories, makeup, bus tickets, thermal socks, new underwear, shampoo, lotions razors, gloves, small wrapped sweets, deck of cards & body wash. Please do not wrap the gifts but including a roll of wrapping paper is welcome.
December 22nd “Choir Service”: Every year the music of our choirs uplifts and inspires during this very musical service. This year promises to be the best yet!
December 24th “Christmas Eve Family Service”: At 7 p.m. we will be gathering to praise God for the gift of His Son. This will be a candlelight service and will include a “nativity” involving our younger worshippers.
December 24th “Christmas Eve Communion Service”: At midnight we will be joining together for a service of Lessons and Carols and to celebrate Holy Communion by candlelight.
BIBLE STUDY: Bible Study happens on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.
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NEWSPAPER BIN: Our newspaper bin located next to the garage (the green bin near the garage). Please bring all your newspapers and your neighbours newspapers (newsprint only, no glossy paper) to the church.
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KNITTING & CROCHETING: The knitting group meet on Fridays at 1:30. If you able to knit or crochet a simple scarf or maybe a hat, come join us. Our group meets once a week at the church to make simple winter scarves, hats etc. to donate to Mosaic Centre for the homeless. For information please contact the church office. (780-476-5202)
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sunday School begins at 11:00 a.m.
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Christmas Events:
Nov. 24th "Hanging of the Greens": During this service we will be decorating the church for Christmas and exploring some of the history behind our Christmas traditions.
December 1 "1st Sunday of Advent": Communion. We begin the season of Advent with a celebration of the Lord’s Supper. Don't forget our post-communion "Thank Offering" in support of those in need.
December 7th “Pilgrim’s Annual Cookie Walk”: 10:00 to Noon, is our annual Cookie Walk. Come purchase a tray for only $18.00 and choose from a wide variety of cookies. This is a perfect way to get your Christmas baking. Donations of 10 dozen bite size cookies would be appreciated.
December 8th "White Gift Sunday and Gospel Brunch": Our Risen Lord Jesus said to his disciples, “Come and have breakfast.” (John 21:12). We will be sharing a meal catered by our own Pilgrim's Table as we praise God though Song. Bissell Centre invites you to share this holiday season by donating a Christmas gift for a child or a Christmas stocking for an adult in need. Gifts for babies or children are plush toys, rattles, books, puzzles, dolls, hand held games & craft or science sets. Some suggested stocking items are, gift cards, nail polish, hair accessories, makeup, bus tickets, thermal socks, new underwear, shampoo, lotions razors, gloves, small wrapped sweets, deck of cards & body wash. Please do not wrap the gifts but including a roll of wrapping paper is welcome.
December 22nd “Choir Service”: Every year the music of our choirs uplifts and inspires during this very musical service. This year promises to be the best yet!
December 24th “Christmas Eve Family Service”: At 7 p.m. we will be gathering to praise God for the gift of His Son. This will be a candlelight service and will include a “nativity” involving our younger worshippers.
December 24th “Christmas Eve Communion Service”: At midnight we will be joining together for a service of Lessons and Carols and to celebrate Holy Communion by candlelight.
BIBLE STUDY: Bible Study happens on Wednesdays at 1:30 p.m.
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NEWSPAPER BIN: Our newspaper bin located next to the garage (the green bin near the garage). Please bring all your newspapers and your neighbours newspapers (newsprint only, no glossy paper) to the church.
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KNITTING & CROCHETING: The knitting group meet on Fridays at 1:30. If you able to knit or crochet a simple scarf or maybe a hat, come join us. Our group meets once a week at the church to make simple winter scarves, hats etc. to donate to Mosaic Centre for the homeless. For information please contact the church office. (780-476-5202)
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Sunday School begins at 11:00 a.m.
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CANADA HELPS AND ON PAR: Did you know that you can make donations to the Church even if you are unable to attend church on Sunday? To donate through Canadahelps, go to www.canadahelps.org enter Pilgrim United Church Edmonton in the search box and you can donate by credit card. Receipts are given right away. To donate through On Par, fill out the authorization card (found on the back table) and attach a voided cheque to the card and turn them into the church office and we will submit it for you. It is then withdrawn from your bank account each month. It is that easy.
PAPER BIN: Save your newspapers and flyers and bring them to the church paper bin (bin closest to the garage). The church receives the proceeds from the bin. All materials printed on news print are welcome. No glossy print paper or cardboard please.
CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS: The Bissell Centre is collecting Campbell's Soup labels from soup cans. The Centre sends the labels to Campbell's and in return they received funds to help with the child care programs at the centre. Labels can be dropped off here at the church. Please make sure that all the labels are from Campbell's soup tins only.
PAPER BIN: Save your newspapers and flyers and bring them to the church paper bin (bin closest to the garage). The church receives the proceeds from the bin. All materials printed on news print are welcome. No glossy print paper or cardboard please.
CAMPBELL SOUP LABELS: The Bissell Centre is collecting Campbell's Soup labels from soup cans. The Centre sends the labels to Campbell's and in return they received funds to help with the child care programs at the centre. Labels can be dropped off here at the church. Please make sure that all the labels are from Campbell's soup tins only.
