Events: September 2008

September 28, 2008 Announcements

Parish Events

The Conference Room, Library, & Nursery rooms are reserved for church groups / programs only. (The rooms
are unavailable for rent until further notice).

NEW: Worship will start at River Park Gardens on the 3^rd Thursday of the month at 2:30 pm.  Worship will no longer be held at Meadowood Manor
due to waning support.  Barbara Crow will continue to visit parishioners there.

CHANGE: Parish Conference has been rescheduled from Oct. 17 & 18 to January 16 & 17/09.

UPCOMING: The Bishop and honoured guests will be joining us October 5 following the church service to bless the building renovations.

Welcome to another season of “Family Days”.  Confirmed upcoming Family Days include:
-       Sunday Oct 26, Scrapbooking, making cards or small LV Memory albums

-          Sunday Nov 23, Drama Daze  (Bible drama for all)

-          Sunday Dec 14, Christmas cookie baking/decorating & nativity crafts

COFFEE SCHEDULE: If you have been wanting to volunteer, the coffee schedule has been posted on the refrigerator in the kitchen area in the Upper Hall.

DATE CHANGE: Vista Park Lodge: November Services will be on Tuesday, Nov. 18 due to Remembrance Day being November 11.

Community Events

Vital Seniors: Our luncheon is coming up September 30 at noon. Our after dinner speaker is from BoniVital. The 40-minute topic is on eye care,
“I Spy With My Aging Eye”. Anyone wishing to purchase a membership card see Fran Duffey, Gerry Brown, or Ray Hersley.

Enrich the lives of others and your own by volunteering at Riverview Health Centre. No experience required, only a desire to serve. Opportunities are available morning, afternoon, and evening seven days a week. We are looking for volunteers to assist in a variety of areas including: one-to-one visiting, gift shop cashiers, recreational activities, special events, Adult Day Programs and other services. For further information, contact Kim Wark or Brandi Wait at 478-6208.

Friends Together, a parent co-op pre-school located at 830 North Drive, (St. Paul's Fort Garry) still have openings for this school year. For more information please call Tanya at 452-8619.

Parish and Community Upcoming Events

Sept. 28 Family Days - Corn Maze

Church Office - 253-0555. You can leave messages for the office, or press 1 to leave messages for The Reverend Preston Parsons. Preston’s office hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 – noon. Preston checks his office voicemail regularly each day, except for Mondays. If the matter is urgent, or in the case of an emergency, you may reach Preston at home at 489-2574. Office hours are 9 – noon Monday to Friday (break time 10:30 – 10:45 AM).

Diocesan and other Events

Prayers for Peace & Justice: Every Thurs. morning, an ecumenical group meet at 9 am (note change of time) in St. Matthew/Maryland Community Ministry to give prayer support to Peace & Justice ministries, modeled on Iona prayer.

St. Aidan’s is pleased to re-offer the “CrossCurrent program”, beginning September 29, and continuing for 7 Monday evenings (except Thanksgiving). CrossCurrent is designed to work with individuals and couples who have difficulties in many circumstances, such as emotional dependency, inability to relate meaningfully to others, addiction to pornography, infidelity in relationships, unwanted same-sex attraction, or other relational issues. Further questions can be directed to Daryle & Lori Duke 477-6317.

Fall Rummage Sale St. Philip’s Anglican Church, corner of Tache & Eugenie Streets, Sat.,
Oct. 4 from 9 AM – Noon in the parish hall.

St. Michael & All Angels invites you to a Jazz Café & Book Sale 300 Hugo Street Oct. 4 from 1- 5 pm.

Fall Supper St. Anne’s Anglican Church 253 Burrin Ave. at Aikins on Sun., Oct. 5. Two sittings: 5 & 6:15 pm.: $12 for Adults; $5 for children 6-9; under 6 free. Please call 668-3413 or 334-5435.

Fowl Supper Sat., Oct. 18, 5:30 PM at St. Mark’s Church, 19 St. Mark’s Place. For tickets call Sharon Webster at 233-4338; Adults $12; Children (6-12) $5; Children 5 & under free.

Tickets are available for the Annual Bishop’s Dinner, Oct. 21, 2008, with quest speaker Dr. Eleanor Johnson, Former Director of Partnerships. Contact Anglican Centre for tickets or more information.

CMU’s (Canadian Mennonite University) Annual Fall Dessert Fundraising Evening Oct. 25, 7 PM. For tickets & information, call 487-3300 ext. 604 or email jfriesen@cmu.ca

St. James, Winnipeg is hosting a "Haunted School" on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 7 - 9 pm. All ages of youth are welcome!

September 21, 2008 Announcements
Parish Events
If you are planning a parish event, review the office calendar & Activities in the Parish List to avoid conflicts with other parish events. If you are placing an event on the office calendar, leave contact information.
Parish Garage Sale September 26th-27th 2008: Help needed today after service. All able-bodied persons- any age- are encouraged to help set up garage sale items in the lower hall. “Many hands make light work” Help is needed all week to set up table displays. If you still have items for sale please bring them as early in the week as possible. Workers are here from 9am to 3:30 pm daily.
Is this your year to join the choir? Rehearsals are an enjoyable blend of singing and socializing. All that is required is enthusiasm. Choir will meet on Wednesdays (note the new day) 7:30 – 9:00 beginning September 10. Hope to see you there!
I would like to thank everyone who has volunteered their time for Sideperson duties over the years. The schedule has been made up and distributed until June 2009, as I am retiring from this ministry and hope that someone will volunteer to take this over as I am planning to move out of the area in the near future and may not be able to attend as often as I would like. Eleanor Henderson.
The Bishop and honoured guests will be joining us October 5 following the church service to bless the building renovations.
Welcome to another season of “Family Days” - Come join the fun on Sun., Sept. 28 3:30 – 6:30pm as we explore the corn maze for some amazing thrills. The corn maze is located south on St. Mary’s Rd, about 10 minutes from the perimeter just a few kilometers north of St. Adolphe. It is a wonderful place as it offers something for ALL ages. The maze can be navigated between 1 – 2 hours, or more if you are unlucky!!! There is a petting zoo & a hay bale pyramid for climbing. As a group, we will have a gas Bar B Q & can bring stuff for a supper. Also a fire pit, complete with wood. We also have the option of a hay ride for an extra fee. The costs is $8 for adults, $6 children age 4 – 12, free for 3 and under. Check out the website, www.cornmaze.ca to get further details. Please contact Marla Benjamin (883-2172) to register. Confirmed upcoming Family Days include; *Sunday Oct 26, Scrapbooking, making cards or small LV Memory albums, *Sunday Nov 23, Drama Daze (Bible drama for all), *Sunday Dec 14, Christmas cookie baking/decorating & nativity crafts
Community Events
Vital Seniors: Our luncheon is coming up September 30 at noon. Our after dinner speaker is from BoniVital. The 40 minute topic is on eye care, “I Spy With My Aging Eye”. Anyone wishing to purchase a membership card see Fran Duffey, Gerry Brown, or Ray Hersley.
Enrich the lives of others and your own by volunteering at Riverview Health Centre. No experience required, only a desire to serve. Opportunities are available morning, afternoon, and evening seven days a week. We are looking for volunteers to assist in a variety of areas including: one-to-one visiting, gift shop cashiers, recreational activities, special events, Adult Day Programs and other services. For further information, contact Kim Wark or Brandi Wait at 478-6208.
Parish and Community Upcoming Events
Sept. 23 Vestry Meeting 7 pm (NOTE TIME CHANGE)
Sept. 26 from 9 AM – 8 PM & Sept. 27 8:30 am - noon GARAGE SALE
Sept. 28 Corn Maze – Family Days
Sept. 30 Vital Seniors Luncheon
Church Office - 253-0555. You can leave messages for the office, or press 1 to leave messages for The Reverend Preston Parsons. Preston’s office hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 – noon.
Diocesan and other Events
Prayers for Peace & Justice: Every Thurs. morning, an ecumenical group meet at 9 am (note change of time) in St. Matthew/Maryland Community Ministry to give prayer support to Peace & Justice ministries, modeled on Iona prayer.
Wechetowin Inc, & the Rupert’s Land Aboriginal Circle are hosting a Gala Fundraising Dinner on Thurs., Sept. 25 at the Radisson Hotel. 6 pm reception followed by dinner & an award presentation to Barry Bear, Freda Bear, Nelson James, Phyllis Keeper, Olive Lillie, Lorraine Still, & posthumously to the late Dorothy Settee. For more information contact Lisa Hill 786-6261. Tickets are $80 per person & sponsorships are available. (RSVP by Sept. 11). See poster.
Fall Supper St. Paul’s Church 299 Balderstone Road, West St. Paul, Sat. Sept. 27. Two sittings 4:30 & 6 pm.: Adult $12; children 6 – 12 $5; under 6 free. Call 338-7045 for tickets.
St. Michael & All Angels invites you to a Jazz Café & Book Sale 300 Hugo Street Oct. 4 from 1- 5 pm.
Fall Supper St. Anne’s Anglican Church 253 Burrin Ave. at Aikins on Sun., Oct. 5. Two sittings: 5 & 6:15 pm.: $12 for Adults; $5 for children 6-9; under 6 free. Please call 668-3413 or 334-5435.
Fowl Supper Sat., Oct. 18, 5:30 PM at St. Mark’s Church, 19 St. Mark’s Place. For tickets call Sharon Webster at 233-4338; Adults $12; Children (6-12) $5; Children 5 & under free.
Tickets are available for the Annual Bishop’s Dinner, Oct. 21, 2008, with quest speaker Dr. Eleanor Johnson, Former Director of Partnerships. Contact Anglican Centre for tickets or more information.

September 14, 2008 Announcements

Parish Events

If you are planning a parish event, review the office calendar & Activities in the Parish List  to avoid conflicts with other parish events. If you are placing an event on the office calendar, leave contact information.

Parish Garage Sale September 26th-27th 2008: Volunteer’s Needed - come dressed to work. Next Sunday (September 21st) Help is needed after service in setting up Sherstone Hall for our Garage Sale. Also help is needed to unpack and display items for the sale. Volunteers will be here from 9am – 3pm from Monday – Thursday and also Monday evening from 6-9pm. Come and join us.

Is this your year to join the choir? Rehearsals are an enjoyable blend of singing and socializing. All that is required is enthusiasm. Choir will meet on Wednesdays (note the new day) 7:30 – 9:00 beginning September 10. Hope to see you there!

Sunday school starts today. This year Primary & Youth ages will both meet upstairs in the new meetings rooms.

Welcome BBQ- Following service today there will be a BBQ of hotdogs, hamburgers, drinks, veggies & more. Come share in your summer stories & check out the new renovations.

Worship Committee will be meeting after the Sunday Service today. Everyone interested is welcome.

I would like to thank everyone who has volunteered their time for Sideperson duties over the years. The schedule has been made up and distributed until June 2009, as I am retiring from this ministry and hope that someone will volunteer to take this over as I am planning to move out of the area in the near future and may not be able to attend as often as I would like. Eleanor Henderson.

The Bishop and honoured guests will be joining us October 5 following the church service to bless the building renovations.

Community Events

Vital Seniors: Our luncheon is coming up September 30 at noon. Our after dinner speaker is from BoniVital. The 40 minute topic is on eye care, “I Spy With My Aging Eye”. Anyone wishing to purchase a membership card, see Fran Duffey or Gerry Brown.

Welcome back Sparks ! The group meets Tues. from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. For information contact Allison Erhardt at 235-0988.

Welcome to the American Women’s Club. The first meeting is September 17. Thereafter the group will be meeting on the 4^th Wednesday of the month except November and December.

Community Events continued

Girl Guide Registration is Monday, Sept. 15 from 6:30-9:00 pm in the Upper Hall Conference room.

PathFinders starts Wednesday, Sept. 17 in the Lower Hall.

Parish and Community Upcoming Events

Sept. 14 Welcome BBQ (after church service)

Sept. 14 Worship Committee Meeting (after church service)

Sept. 23 Vestry Meeting 7 pm (NOTE TIME CHANGE)

Sept. 26 & 27, 2008 Garage Sale

Church Office - 253-0555. You can leave messages for the office, or press 1 to leave messages for The Reverend Preston Parsons. Preston’s office hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 – noon.

Diocesan and other Events

Wechetowin Inc, & the Rupert’s Land Aboriginal Circle are hosting a Gala Fundraising Dinner on Thurs., Sept. 25 at the Radisson Hotel. 6 pm reception followed by dinner & an award presentation to Barry Bear, Freda Bear, Nelson James, Phyllis Keeper, Olive Lillie, Lorraine Still, & posthumously to the late Dorothy Settee. For more information contact Lisa Hill 786-6261. Tickets are $80 per person & sponsorships are available. (RSVP by Sept. 11). See poster.

Tickets are available for the Annual Bishop’s Dinner, Oct. 21, 2008, with quest speaker Dr. Eleanor Johnson, Former Director of Partnerships. Contact Anglican Centre for tickets or more information.

Fall Supper St. Paul’s Church 299 Balderstone Road, West St. Paul, Sat. Sept. 27. Two sittings 4:30 & 6 pm.: Adult $12; children 6 – 12 $5; under 6 free. Call 338-7045 for tickets.

St. Michael & All Angels invites you to a Jazz Café & Book Sale 300 Hugo Street Oct. 4 from 1- 5 pm.

September 7, 2008 Announcements

Parish Garage Sale September 26^th-27^th 2008

*******ACCEPTING DONATIONS September 1^ST ^*****

PLEASE PLACE ALL ITEMS IN DESIGNATED AREA AT BACK OF HALL.

All hands are needed to work for this parish fundraiser. In addition to all donations- your help is needed on

September 21^st after service for setting up

September 22^nd-25^th from 9am – 3pm for sorting and pricing

September 23^rd from 6-9pm for evening sorting

September 26^th -27^th for the actual sale September 27^th for cleanup after the sale.

PLEASE CONTACT NANCY OR JOHN AT 254-2574. Come and share in the fellowship of St. Mary Magdalene. We’re all in this together. Please check the latest issue of the Magdala News to see the list of items we don’t accept at the garage sale.

Parish Events

If you are planning a parish event, review the office calendar to avoid conflicts with other parish events. If you are placing an event on the office calendar, leave contact information.

Altar Guild meeting Tuesday, September 9 at 10 am in the Upper Hall Conference Room.

Is this your year to join the choir? Rehearsals are an enjoyable blend of singing and socializing. All that is required is enthusiasm. Choir will meet on Wednesdays (note the new day) 7:30 – 9:00 beginning September 10. Hope to see you there!

Sunday school will begin on Sunday September 14th. This year Primary & Youth ages will both meet upstairs in the new meetings rooms.

Welcome BBQ- Following service on September 14th there will be a BBQ of hotdogs, hamburgers, drinks, veggies & more. Come share in your summer stories & check out the new renovations.

Worship Committee will be meeting after the Sunday Service on Sept. 14. Everyone interested is welcome.

Community Events

Vital Seniors has now started their 18^th year. Line Dancing classes started Friday, September 5 with Carpet Bowling commencing October 7^th. Scrabble on Monday; Bridge as usual every Thursday. Anyone wishing to purchase a membership card, see Fran Duffey or Gerry Brown. At our annual meeting in June over $3300 was given to the church covering the cost of reupholstering our 100 casual chairs. Our first luncheon will be on September 30.

Welcome back Sparks ! The group meets Tues. from 6:30 – 7:30 pm. For information contact Allison Erhardt at 235-0988.

Boni-Vital Council for Seniors presents Annual Senior’s Singalong on Wed., Sept. 10 from 10 am – 2 pm. Dakota Community Centre, 1188 Dakota Street. Admission $5 includes a cold lunch. Music & Singing with the Southglen Fiddlers & Guests. For more info call 255-2061.

Community Events continued

Scouts Registration is Monday, Sept. 8.

Girl Guide Registration is Monday, Sept. 15 from 6:30-9:00 pm in the Upper Hall.

PathFinders starts Wednesday, Sept. 17 in the Lower Hall.

Parish and Community Upcoming Events

Sept. 14 Welcome BBQ (after church service)

Sept. 14 Worship Committee Meeting (after church service)

Sept. 26 & 27, 2008 Garage Sale

Sept. 30 Vestry Meeting 7 pm (NOTE TIME CHANGE)

Church Office - 253-0555. You can leave messages for the office, or press 1 to leave messages for The Reverend Preston Parsons. Preston’s office hours are Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 – noon.

Diocesan and other Events

Fall Supper St. Paul’s Church 299 Balderstone Road, West St. Paul, Sat. Sept. 27. Two sittings 4:30 & 6 pm.: Adult $12; children 6 – 12 $5; under 6 free. Call 338-7045 for tickets.

St. Michael & All Angels invites you to a Jazz Café & Book Sale 300 Hugo Street Oct. 4 from 1- 5 pm.

Fall Supper St. Anne’s Anglican Church 253 Burrin Ave. at Aikins on Sun., Oct. 5. Two sittings: 5 & 6:15

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