Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church

Week of January 22, 2023 – January 29, 2023

Here at Mt. Paul

SUNDAY WORSHIP

The worship service on Sunday January 22, 2023 will be live from Mount Paul UC also it will be broadcast on Zoom. This week Rev. Emily will be leading the service at 10 AM at Plura Hills then again at 1:30 PM at Mount Paul.  People are invited to attend Mt Paul UC every week to participate in the live service, or you may join with us via ZOOM to watch the service live from Mount Paul UC.  This is the first week that we will be starting at 1:30 PM.

DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW that our December offerings were $3,835.50, with a total for 2022 of $53,786.50.  Our budget for 2022 was $60,000.  Our personnel costs for 2022 were $67,846.22.

ANNUAL REPORTS

Annual Reports are due from working groups and chairpersons by January 21, 2023.  In order for Margaret to compile and print the Annual Report before January 31, 2023 it is important to submit reports by the due date.  When submitting your reports the heading of the report should be BOLDED and the font should be Arial 14.  The body of the report should be in the font of Arial 12. Also, send documents in WORD format only (with the exception of financial and budget reports).

WHITE GIFT GIVING

THANK YOU to all who donated and participated in any way to facilitate our White Gift Givings, and deliveries.  All of the recipients were greatly appreciative.

 FELLOWSHIP

THANK YOU to all the folks providing coffee and nourishments during fellowship time after Worship.

VOLUNTEER NEEDED

M&P requires at least one more person to be on this committee to join Ken & Ernie.  This committee is mandated by the United Church of Canada to be functional with a minimum of 3 members, and preferably more.  This committee functions as the HR department for Mount Paul.  Please consider volunteering for this committee at the AGM on February 12, as we can not continue without at least one more member.  Thank you for considering this.

Our Wider World…

Posting Prayers Weekly

This week we are praying for the ministry congregation of:  Penticton UC, Memorial UC (Grand Forks), Pitt Meadows UC, Port Hardy – Port Alice SM, Powell River UC, and Quadra Island UC.  As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of Cyprus, Greece, and Turkey.

KUC – UKRAINIAN WELCOME DINNER

Join us for a dinner at Kamloops United Church

as they welcome Ukrainians to our city!  They are partnering with TRU, Immigrant Services, the Ukrainian Society, and the Ukrainian Catholic Church.  They want YOU to be a part of the welcome.  The dinner will be held on Friday January 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the church hall.  If you plan to attend, please contact the church office by sending an email:  [email protected]

Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church

Week of January 15, 2023 – January 22, 2023

 Here at Mt Paul

 SUNDAY WORSHIP –  DID YOU KNOW

DID YOU KNOW that the next Sunday, January 22, Emily will return from vacation to lead our worship service.  The service will begin at 1:30 PM.  This will be the first service at 1:30 PM, and Emily will hold a live service at 1:30 PM every week from Mt Paul.  We will also broadcast the service on ZOOM too, for those who are not comfortable returning to in person services yet.

ANNUAL REPORTS

Annual Reports are due from working groups and chairpersons by January 21, 2023.  In order for Margaret to compile and print the Annual Report before January 31, 2023 it is important to submit reports by the due date.  When submitting your reports the heading of the report should be BOLDED and the font should be Arial 14.  The body of the report should be in the font of Arial 12. Also, send documents in WORD format only (with the exception of financial and budget reports).

WHITE GIFT GIVING

THANK YOU to all who donated and participated in any way to facilitate our White Gift Givings, and deliveries.  All of the recipients were greatly appreciative.

  REV. EMILY’S HOLIDAYS

Rev. Emily Cooke will be returning to work on January 17, 2023.  Rev. Emily Cooke will be leading the Sunday Worship Services on January 22, 2023.  Please contact Dorothy G or Don L in case of emergency other than Pastoral Care.

Our Wider World…

Posting Prayers Weekly

This week we are praying for the ministry congregation of:

Our Place Society (Victoria),
Osoyoos UC,
Pacific Spirit UC,
Peachland UC,
Pemberton Church Plant,
and Peninsula UC.

As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.

KUC – UKRAINIAN WELCOME DINNER     Friday January 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Join us for a dinner at Kamloops United Church as they welcome Ukrainians to our city!  They are partnering with TRU, Immigrant Services, the Ukrainian Society, and the Ukrainian Catholic Church.  They want YOU to be a part of the welcome.  The dinner will be held on Friday January 20, 2023 at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the church hall.  If you plan to attend, please contact the church office by sending an email:  [email protected]

CONTACT INFORMATION

PLURA Hills: Tue to Fri 1 PM – 4 PM                         250 828-1123

Mt Paul: Tue to Fri 9 AM – 1 PM                                  250 376-2261

Secretary:  Margaret                                       email:  [email protected]
Telephone:  250 376-2261                             website:  www.mtpauluc.ca

PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:

 Chairpersons: Betty G & Karen M

 Prayer Requests:  Karen M

Service Requests: Merle B

Card Ministry: Gaetan G  &  Brenda R

Other Team Members:  Donalda J  & Janet B

IN-PERSON CHURCH WORSHIP LOCATIONS
10:00 AM SUNDAYS

The Service will also be broadcast  and a Link to the Zoom Service will be sent out weekly.    The Service will also be projected on the screen of the non-hosting Church (church not in person location) So Come and Gather every week for Your choice of location and format in WORSHIP SERVICE AND FELLOWSHIP.

January 15, 2023 – Plura Hills – Emily on vacation – The Plura Worship Team

January 22, 2023 – Plura Hills at 10 am, Mount Paul at 1:30 Pm.  Emily will be back from vacation

NOTE:  From January 22, 2023 onwards there will be 2 in person services every Sunday.  Plura Hills will worship at 10 am, and Mount Paul will worship at 1:30 pm, with Rev. Emily Cooke leading both services.

Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church

Week of January 11, 2023 – January 15, 2023

Here at Mt Paul

  SUNDAY WORSHIP

The worship service on Sunday January 15 , 2023 will be live from Plura Hills, and streamed on Zoom too.  Mount Paul will project the service on the screen at Mount Paul.  We will have the sanctuary open every Sunday to have either the minister leading the service in person, or we will project the service from Plura Hills on the alternate weeks.  The service will begin at 10 am each and every week.

 ***  January 22, 2023 marks the beginning of our trial of a live in-person service at 1:30 pm. *******

DID YOU KNOW

DID YOU KNOW that we transferred $20,000 from the funds remaining from the sale of the church building to our Emerging Congregational Needs Account on January 4, 2023, leaving $70,000 remaining in the funds from the sale of the church, and $147,817.65 in our Emerging Congregational Needs Account.  Our 2023 budget projects we will have to withdraw $38,000 from the Emerging Congregational Needs Account in 2023 in order to pay our expenses.  At that rate we have 5 years of cash left in our trust fund.

 ANNUAL REPORTS

Annual Reports are due from working groups and chairpersons by January 21, 2023.  In order for Margaret to compile and print the Annual Report before January 31, 2023 it is important to submit reports by the due date.  When submitting your reports the heading of the report should be BOLDED and the font should be Arial 14.  The body of the report should be in the font of Arial 12. Also, send documents in WORD format only (with the exception of financial and budget reports).

WHITE GIFT GIVING

THANK YOU to all who donated and participated in any way to facilitate our White Gift Givings, and deliveries.  All of the recipients were greatly appreciative.

REV. EMILY’S HOLIDAYS

Rev. Emily Cooke will be off from

December 26, 2022 to January 16, 2023 inclusive.  Rev. Emily Cooke will be returning to work on January 17, 2023.  Rev. Emily Cooke will be leading the Sunday Worship Services on January 22, 2023.  Please contact Dorothy Garner at 250) 847-0946 or Don Lentz at 250) 578-8467 in case of emergency other than Pastoral Care.

Our Wider World…

Posting Prayers Weekly

This week we are praying for the ministry congregation of:  Oakridge UC, Oasis United Church, Okanagan falls UC, Okanagan Japanese UC, Oliver UC, and O’man’s Nam’a (We Are One) Plant (Port Hardy).  As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of Iran, Iraq, and Syria.

CONTACT INFORMATION

PLURA Hills: Tue to Fri 1 PM – 4 PM                         250 828-1123

Mt Paul: Tue to Fri 9 AM – 1 PM                                  250 376-2261

Secretary:  Margaret                                       email:  [email protected]
Telephone:  250 376-2261                             website:  www.mtpauluc.ca

PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:

 Chairpersons: Betty G & Karen M

 Prayer Requests:  Karen M

Service Requests: Merle B

Card Ministry: Gaetan G  &  Brenda R

Other Team Members:  Donalda J  & Janet B

Donations accepted until Dec 24th’s Christmas Eve’s Service

Non-perishable food items and staples for Seniors.

Please donate food, treats and any other staple in quantities for 1 or 2 people.   Ensure they are clearly labelled.

Y WOMEN’S EMERGENCY SHELTER WISH LIST
*** At Christmas please give NEW UNWRAPPED GIFTS, for Moms and kids, family oriented.
Gifts are not limited to those listed, feel free to use your imagination.

NEW GIFTS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Blankets, Lego, Colouring Books, Toy Cars, Board Games, Puzzles, Headphones, Action Figures,
Remote Control Cars, Baby Wipes, Diapers (size 1-6), Dolls, My Little Pony, Activity and Craft Kits,
Pyjamas, Socks and Underwear, Winter Clothing, Learning Toys, Backpacks, Bath Toys, Outdoor Toys,
Bubble Bath and Toys.

NEW GIFTS FOR WOMEN
Blankets (or weighted blankets), Slippers, Pyjamas and Robes, Hair Products and Styling Tools, Adult
Colouring Books, Kitchen Items, Towels and Facecloths, Oil Diffuser, Journals, Socks and Underwear,
Make UP, Chocolate Treats, Bath Sets, Baking Sets, Gift Cards for Salon, Comfort Items, Winter Wear,
Pots and Pans, Coffee Makers.

GIFT CARDS (not limited to those listed below)
Salon and Spa, Local Restaurants and Stores, Walmart, Netflix, Drug Stores, Winners, Grocery Stores,
Visa or MC, Gas Cards, Dollar Stores, Hardware Stores, Tim Horton’s, Aberdeen Mall, Petland,
McDonald’s, Apple (I tunes) cards, Indigo/Chapters

SENIORS GROCERY HAMPER **NON PERISHABLES**
**Individual or small quantities please**
Rice, pasta, soups, cereal, canned veges and fruit, beans, fish, chicken, and ham. Nuts, chocolate treats,
crackers,

CASH DONATIONS
Cash donations gratefully accepted to be used to purchase groceries for the hamper..
ALL DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED SUNDAY MORNINGS IN CHURCH
ANY QUESTIONS?

Call Mary D or Betty G

Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church

Week of December 18, 2022 – December 25, 2022

 Here at Mt Paul

 SUNDAY WORSHIP
The worship service on Sunday December 18, 2022 will be live from Plura Hills, and streamed on Zoom too. This week Rev. Emily Cooke will be leading our service.  Mt Paul will project the service on the screen at Mt Paul.  We will have the sanctuary open every Sunday to have either the minister leading the service in person, or we will project the service from Plura Hills on the alternate weeks.  The service will begin at 10 am each and every week.

Worship Service during the Christmas Season will be as follows:

Worship Service at Mt. Paul will be at 4:30 PM on Christmas Eve, at Plura Hills at 7:00 PM on Christmas Eve.
Mt. Paul and Plura Hills will not have in person services on December 25th.

Rev. Emily Cooke is leading a Christmas Day service with Pastor Jane Gingrich from Hill of Peace Lutheran Church and Pastor Andrea Tisher from Southwest Community Church at 10:00 AM at Hills of Peace Lutheran Church (695 Robson Drive).  A service link will be sent out next week for the Christmas Day service.

Mt Paul – NATIONAL ADVENT SERIES        
Regional Interactive Conversation on Zoom

Each Friday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, in Advent, you are invited to join a weekly zoom Southern Interior Region Advent Conversation.  This will be informal with some good questions and conversation to engage the presenters’ topics of “Signs of the Time”; “Finding the Good Path”; “God’s Love Included everyone”; and “The Cost of Discipleship”.

We will meet on Fridays Dec. 16^th, and 23^rd.  Sign-up for Friday conversations: [email protected] and/or  [email protected]     Rev. Emily Cooke will be helping with the Friday Zoom conversations.

DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW that for the ZOOM broadcasts from Mount Paul we can only have one microphone active at a time, or the sound becomes almost impossible to decipher due to feedback.  When someone is using the handheld mic for announcements, scriptures or prayers,  Rev. Emily has to mute her mic, and when the handheld mic is finished, it must be shut off in order to understand Rev. Emily on the ZOOM broadcast.  Occasionally the mic does not get shut off, and we apologize for the sound quality to all our ZOOM users.

WHITE GIFT GIVING      
Once again we are supporting the Y Women’s Emergency shelter–donations of NEW ITEMS–clothing, games or Gift Cards for Children, Youth and Women.

Grocery Hampers will be prepared for Seniors – NON PERISHAVBLE, SMALL QUANTITY ITEMS please.  Donations will be accepted Sundays at  Worship Service.  There’s a list available at the church, by calling:  Mary D or Betty G., or  please see the “Wish List.” post.  Printed copies of the “Wish List” are available at the church.  The last day for donations is December 24, 2022 (Christmas Eve).

ANNUAL REPORTS
Annual Reports are due from working groups and chairpersons by January 21, 2023.  In order for Margaret to compile and print the Annual Report before January 31, 2023 it is important to submit reports by the due date.  When submitting your reports the heading of the report should be BOLDED and the font should be Arial 14.  The body of the report should be in the font of Arial 12. Also, send documents in WORD format only (with the exception of financial and budget reports).

OFFICE CLOSED
Margaret will be off from December 25^th to January 3^rd inclusive so the office will be closed.  She will be returning to work on January 4^th, 2023.  Rev. Emily Cooke will be off from December 26^th to January 16^th inclusive.  Rev. Emily Cooke will be returning to work on January 17^th, 2023.  Rev. Emily Cooke will be leading the Sunday Worship Services on January 22^nd, 2023.  Please contact Dorothy G  or Don L in case of emergency other than Pastoral Care.

Our Wider World…

Posting Prayers Weekly

This week we are praying for the ministry congregation of:
Naramata Centre,
Naramata Community Church,
Nelson UC,
North Lonsdale UC,
Northwood UC,
and Oak Bay UC.
As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of China, Hong Kong, and Macau.

KUC – ADVENT CANDLELIGHT MEDITATION
Waiting … Advent Candlelight Meditation (on ZOOM).    We all need those moments of quietude in this busy world. Come join Marcia online for a half hour of contemplation and inner preparation for the coming of Christmas. All are welcome!

This will be on Wednesday 21^st from 5 – 5:30 pm.  Please go onto the KUC website and look for this candlelight meditation article.  Near the bottom of the article there is a place for you to click on to join the ZOOM.

CONTACT INFORMATION

PLURA Hills: Tue to Fri 1 PM – 4 PM                         250 828-1123

Mt Paul: Tue to Fri 9 AM – 1 PM                                  250 376-2261

Secretary:  Margaret                                       email:  [email protected]
Telephone:  250 376-2261                             website:  www.mtpauluc.ca

PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:

 Chairpersons: Betty G & Karen M

 Prayer Requests:  Karen M

Service Requests: Merle B

Card Ministry: Gaetan G  &  Brenda R

Other Team Members:  Donalda J  & Janet B

December 18, 2022 – Plura Hills

December 24, 2022 – Mount Paul @ 4:30 pm

December 24, 2022 – Plura Hills @ 7:00 pm

December 25, 2022 – No service at either church.  A service is being held at Hills of Peace Lutheran

Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church

Week of December 11, 2022 – December 18, 2022

Here at Mt Paul

 SUNDAY WORSHIP

The worship service on Sunday December 11, 2022 will be live from Mt Paul, and streamed on Zoom too. This week Rev. Emily Cooke will be leading our service.  Plura Hills will project the service on their  screen.  We will have the sanctuary open every Sunday to have either the minister leading the service in person, or we will project the service from Plura Hills on the alternate weeks.  The service will begin at 10 am each and every week.

NATIONAL ADVENT SERIES – Regional Interactive Conversation on Zoom

Each Friday, 12:00 – 1:00 pm, in Advent, you are invited to join a weekly zoom Southern Interior Region Advent Conversation.  This will be informal with some good questions and conversation to engage the presenters’ topics of “Signs of the Time”; “Finding the Good Path”; “God’s Love Included everyone”; and “The Cost of Discipleship”.

We will meet on Fridays Dec. 9^th, 16^th, and 23^rd.   Sign-up for Friday conversations: [email protected] and/or  [email protected]    Rev. Emily Cooke will be helping with the Friday Zoom conversations.

DID YOU KNOW

DID YOU KNOW that the Christmas Eve service will be live at Mount Paul at 4:30 PM December 24; there will be a Christmas day service from Hills of Peace Lutheran church at 10:00 AM, and broadcast on ZOOM – link to be forwarded later; the January 1, 2023 service will be live from Plura Hills, and projected on the screen at Mount Paul at 10 AM; and Linda Langevin will lead the January 8, 2023 service live from Mount Paul at 10 AM.

Mt Paul – WHITE GIFT GIVING

Once again we are supporting the Y Women’s Emergency shelter–donations of NEW ITEMS–clothing, games or Gift Cards for Children, Youth and Women.

Grocery Hamper will be prepared – NON PERISHAVBLE, SMALL QUANTITY ITEMS please.  Donations will be accepted Sundays at  Worship Service.  There’s a list available at the church, or by calling:  Mary D or Betty G  .   Please see the post titled “Wish List.”   Printed copies of the “Wish List” are available at the church.  The last day for donations is December 24, 2022 (Christmas Eve).

BLUE CHRISTMAS AND CHRISTMAS SERVICES           

There will be a Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday December 14, 2022 at 6:30 PM at Kamloops United Church.  Rev. Michael Caveney will be leading the Blue Christmas service and it will be for all 3 churches.

Rev. Emily Cooke is leading a Christmas Day service with Pastor Jane Gingrich from Hill of Peace Lutheran Church and Pastor Andrea Tisher from Southwest Community Church at 10:00 AM at Hills of Peace Lutheran Church (695 Robson Drive).

  ANNUAL REPORTS

Annual Reports are due from working groups and chairpersons by January 21, 2023.  In order for Margaret to compile and print the Annual Report before January 31, 2023 it is important to submit reports by the due date.  When submitting your reports the heading of the report should be BOLDED and the font should be Arial 14.  The body of the report should be in the font of Arial 12. Also, send documents in WORD format only (with the exception of financial and budget reports).

Our Wider World…

Posting Prayers Weekly

This week we are praying for the ministry congregation of:  Marpole UC,
McBride Anglican UC,
Mt Paul/Plura Hills UC,
Mount Seymour UC,
Mountain View UC (Hazelton),
and Mt. Lehman UC.

As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam.

KUC – ADVENT CANDLELIGHT MEDITATION
Waiting … Advent Candlelight Meditation (on ZOOM).

We all need those moments of quietude in this busy world. Come join Marcia online for a half hour of contemplation and inner preparation for the coming of Christmas. All are welcome!

This will be on Wednesdays Dec.14^th, and 21^st from 5 – 5:30 pm.

Please go onto the KUC website and look for this candlelight meditation article.  Near the bottom of the article there is a place for you to click on to join the ZOOM.

KUC – UKRAINIAN WELCOME DINNER

Join us for a dinner at Kamloops United Church  and Kamloops Immigrant Services as they welcome Ukrainians to our city!  They want YOU to be a part of the welcome.  The next dinner will be held on Friday December 16, 2022 at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the church hall.  If you plan to attend, please contact the church office by sending an email:  [email protected]

CONTACT INFORMATION

Rev. Emily Cooke    email:  [email protected] or   [email protected]

After hours PASTORAL EMERGENCY ONLY: 250 837-1190

PLURA Hills: Tue to Fri 1 PM – 4 PM               250 828-1123

Mt Paul: Tue to Fri 9 AM – 1 PM                       250 376-2261

Secretary:  Margaret

email:  [email protected]              Telephone:  250 376-2261

website:  www.mtpauluc.ca

PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:

Chairpersons:   Betty G

Pastoral Care Needs: Merle B

Prayer Requests:   Karen M

Service Requests:  Merle B

Card Ministry:  Gaetan G  & Brenda R

Other Team Members:  Donalda J & Janet B

Y WOMEN’S EMERGENCY SHELTER WISH LIST
*** At Christmas please give NEW UNWRAPPED GIFTS, for Moms and kids, family oriented.
Gifts are not limited to those listed, feel free to use your imagination.

NEW GIFTS FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
Blankets, Lego, Colouring Books, Toy Cars, Board Games, Puzzles, Headphones, Action Figures,
Remote Control Cars, Baby Wipes, Diapers (size 1-6), Dolls, My Little Pony, Activity and Craft Kits,
Pyjamas, Socks and Underwear, Winter Clothing, Learning Toys, Backpacks, Bath Toys, Outdoor Toys,
Bubble Bath and Toys.

NEW GIFTS FOR WOMEN
Blankets (or weighted blankets), Slippers, Pyjamas and Robes, Hair Products and Styling Tools, Adult
Colouring Books, Kitchen Items, Towels and Facecloths, Oil Diffuser, Journals, Socks and Underwear,
Make UP, Chocolate Treats, Bath Sets, Baking Sets, Gift Cards for Salon, Comfort Items, Winter Wear,
Pots and Pans, Coffee Makers.

GIFT CARDS (not limited to those listed below)
Salon and Spa, Local Restaurants and Stores, Walmart, Netflix, Drug Stores, Winners, Grocery Stores,
Visa or MC, Gas Cards, Dollar Stores, Hardware Stores, Tim Horton’s, Aberdeen Mall, Petland,
McDonald’s, Apple (I tunes) cards, Indigo/Chapters

SENIORS GROCERY HAMPER **NON PERISHABLES**
**Individual or small quantities please**
Rice, pasta, soups, cereal, canned veges and fruit, beans, fish, chicken, and ham. Nuts, chocolate treats,
crackers,

CASH DONATIONS
Cash donations gratefully accepted to be used to purchase groceries for the hamper..
ALL DONATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED SUNDAY MORNINGS IN CHURCH
ANY QUESTIONS?

Call Mary D or Betty G

IN-PERSON CHURCH WORSHIP LOCATIONS

10:00 AM SUNDAYS

THE SERVICE WILL ALSO BE BROADCAST ON ZOOM EACH SUNDAY, AND A LINK SENT OUT WEEKLY

THE SERVICE WILL ALSO BE PROJECTED ON THE SCREEN AT THE CHURCH NOT HOSTING THE IN-PERSON WORSHIP.  SO COME & GATHER EVERY WEEK AT YOUR CHURCH OF CHOICE FOR A WORSHIP SERVICE AND FELLOWSHIP.

December 11, 2022 – Mount Paul

December 18, 2022 – Plura Hills

December 24, 2022 – Mount Paul @ 4:30 pm

December 24, 2022 – Plura Hills @ 7:00 pm

December 25, 2022 – No service at either church – Emily on vacation