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OCTOBER 29, 2023
Mt Paul United – 140 Laburnum St.
After this date, services will be held at Kamloops United Church unless otherwise announced. Please watch www.kamloopsunited.ca for announcements.
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Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
September 24, 2023 – October 1, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SUNDAY WORSHIP
The worship service on Sunday October 1, 2023 will be live from Mount Paul UC. It will also be broadcast on Zoom. People are invited to attend Mt Paul UC every week to participate in the live service, or join with us via ZOOM to watch the service live from Mount Paul UC.
WEEKLY FAITH STUDY AT KUC
KUC is offering a weekly faith study based on the following Sunday’s scripture passage. The study will take place in the lounge at KUC (and via the church Zoom link) from 11 AM to Noon each Wednesday. This will be a three month faith study series based on the upcoming Sunday’s scripture passage. The faith study will be co-facilitated by Michael, Andrew, and Joe.
The scripture passages will be published every Friday in the eNews. (If you require a hardcopy beforehand, the Kamloops United Church office would be happy to print one out for you). Printed copies will be available at the sessions for those attending in person.
We ask that those of you attending by ZOOM have a copy of the scripture passage (from the NRSV version of the Bible) at your disposal for the session.
Here is the link: Kamloops United Church Zoom Meetings
Password if required:
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DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW That Nazli is back in Canada now after visiting her family in Iran for a month. She had a great trip, and gives hugs to all the folks at Mount Paul. She misses playing the piano for us.
OCTOBER 8, 2023
On October 8th, Thanksgiving Sunday, we will hold a special service at 9 AM in remembrance of the time at Mount Paul, and going forward with KUC. We hope as many people can come as possible so we can hear our stories. We will do some sort of luncheon, and will let you know details closer to October 8th.
EMERGENCY CONTACT
Contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202 if there is an emergency. For Pastoral Care, contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202.
RECEIPTS
This is a notification that Independent Foods is no longer accepting receipts in exchange for gift cards.
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for: We honour National Day for Truth and Reconciliation this coming week on September 30th. As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, and Peru.
KUC – Rev. Andrew MacPherson
KUC’s second minister, Rev. Andrew MacPherson has been hired. He will assume his role as the Minister of Community Life.
KUC COMMITTEES
KUC is wondering if anyone would be interested in joining their committees such as Worship, Pastoral Care, Coffee time or any other committee. Florence Ballard will be the contact
person at KUC at “[email protected]”.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rev. Michael Caveney
[email protected]
Thursday & Friday 9 AM – 1 PM
Mt Paul: 250 376-2261
After hours PASTORAL EMERGENCY ONLY: 250-372-3020 extension 202
Secretary: Margaret
[email protected]
250 376-2261
www.mtpauluc.ca
Pastoral Care Needs: On leave due to illness
PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:
Prayer Requests: On leave due to illness
Service Requests: On leave due to illness
Card Ministry: Brenda R
Other Team Members: Donalda J, Janet B & Mary D
Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
Week of September 17, 2023 – September 24, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023
Worship Service will resume at Mt Paul UC on September 24, 2023 for a 9 AM service.
WEEKLY FAITH STUDY AT KUC
As of September 13th, KUC will be offering a weekly faith study based on the following Sunday’s scripture passage. The study will take place in the lounge at KUC (and via the church Zoom link).
This will be a three month faith study series based on the upcoming Sunday’s scripture passage. The faith study will be co-facilitated by Michael, Andrew, and Joe.
The scripture passages will be published every Friday in the eNews. (If you require a hardcopy beforehand, the Kamloops United Church office would be happy to print one out for you). Printed copies will be available at the sessions for those attending in person.
We ask that those of you attending by ZOOM have a copy of the scripture passage (from the NRSV version of the Bible) at your disposal for the session.
Here is the link: Kamloops United Church Zoom Meetings
Password if required:
gratitude
OCTOBER 8, 2023
On October 8th, Thanksgiving Sunday, we will hold a special service at 9 AM in remembrance of the time at Mount Paul, and going forward with KUC. We hope as many people can come as possible so we can hear our stories. We will do some sort of luncheon, and will let you know details closer to October 8th.
EMERGENCY CONTACT Contact Rev. Michael at 250-372-3020 extension 202 if there is an emergency. For Pastoral Care, contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202.
INDEPENDENT FOOD RECEIPTS This is a notification that Independent Foods is no longer accepting receipts in exchange for gift cards.
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for: Edgewood Treatment Centre (Nanaimo), Emmanuel UC (Bella Coola), Emmaus Community & Abbey Church Plant (Victoria), Esquimalt UC, Fairfield UC (Victoria), and Fair Haven Homes (Burnaby and Vancouver). As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
KUC – Rev. Andrew MacPherson
KUC’s second minister, Rev. Andrew MacPherson has been hired. He will assume his role as the Minister of Community Life.
KUC – COMMITTEES
KUC is wondering if anyone would be interested in joining their committees such as Worship, Pastoral Care, Coffee time or any other committee. Florence Ballard will be the contact
person at KUC at “[email protected]”.
KUC – FALL BLOWOUT SALE
The Fall Blowout sale at KUC will be on September 20th and September 21st. It will be in the Thrift Store & BONUS Room inside KUC. The dates and hours for the sale are Wednesday September 20th 9 AM – 6PM and Thursday September 21st 10 AM – 3 PM. Everything will be $2. The address for KUC is 421 St. Paul Street, Kamloops.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rev. Michael Caveney
Mt Paul: Thursday & Friday 9 AM – 1 PM
mcaveney@kamloopsunited.ca
Mt Paul: 250 376-2261
After hours PASTORAL EMERGENCY ONLY:
250-372-3020 extension 202
Secretary: Margaret
[email protected]
250 376-2261
website: www.mtpauluc.ca
Pastoral Care Needs: On leave due to illness
PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:
Prayer Requests: On leave due to illness
Service Requests: On leave due to illness
Card Ministry: Brenda R
Other Team Members: Donalda J, Janet B & Mary D
Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
Week of September 10, 2023 – September 17, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SUNDAY WORSHIP
The worship service on Sunday September 17, 2023 will be @ Kamloops United Church for Hot Dog Sunday. Hot dogs will be served after church. Otherwise, Services start at 9 am whether you attend in person or come via Zoom.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
September 17, 2023, is hot dog day at KUC downtown. CHURCH WILL START AT 10 AM, AND HOT DOGS WILL BE SERVED AFTER THE SERVICE AT KUC.
DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW that our income in august 2023 was down 10% from August 2022, and that in 2023 we are $9,237 short of our budgeted offerings to August 31. We have contributed $3,075 to M&S in 2023.
REMINDER
Church Service on Sundays at 9 AM from now until we merge with the other United Churches on November 1, 2023.
REGIONAL ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
There will no longer be an email with the link for the Regional Zoom Bible Study. There will be a new weekly study.
WEEKLY FAITH STUDY AT KUC
Starting September 13th, KUC will be offering a weekly faith study based on the following Sunday’s scripture passage. The study will take place in the lounge at KUC (and via the church Zoom link). The faith study will be co-facilitated by Michael, Andrew, and Joe.
The scripture passages will be published every Friday in the eNews. (If you require a hardcopy beforehand, the Kamloops United Church office would be happy to print one out for you). Printed copies will be available at the sessions for those attending in person.
We ask that those of you attending by ZOOM have a copy of the scripture passage (from the NRSV version of the Bible) at your disposal for the session.
Here is the link: Kamloops United Church Zoom Meetings
Password if required: gratitude
OCTOBER 8, 2023
On October 8th, Thanksgiving Sunday, we will hold a special service at 9 AM in remembrance of the time at Mount Paul, and going forward with KUC. We hope as many people can come as possible so we can hear our stories. We will do some sort of luncheon, and will let you know details closer to October 8th.
REMINDER – Margaret is back from a well-deserved vacation. She has resumed her regular office hours Tuesdays to Fridays.
EMERGENCY CONTACT
Contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202 if there is an emergency. For Pastoral Care, contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202.
RECEIPTS – This is a notification that Independent Foods is no longer accepting receipts in exchange for gift cards.
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for: (The) Cup [Centre for Uniting People] (Squamish), Deer Lake UC (Burnaby), Denman Island UC, Duncan UC, Eagle Ridge UC (Coquitlam), and Edgar Memorial UC (Klemtu). As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Ghana, and Nigeria.
KUC – Rev. Andrew MacPherson
KUC’s second minister, Rev. Andrew MacPherson, has been hired, and is in the process of moving from Ontario. He will assume his role as the Minister of Community Life, assisting Rev. Dr. Michael Caveney on September 11, 2023
KUC – COMMUNITY SUPPER
KUC will be hosting a Nigerian Community Supper on Friday September 8, 2023 at 5:00 PM. The cost is $15.00 per person, and is hosted by Valid Dreams Foundation. Everyone is invited to come and meet members of our new faith community. Contact the office by emailing [email protected] or by calling 250-372-3020 to get more information!
KUC – COMMITTEES
KUC is wondering if anyone would be interested in joining their committees such as Worship, Pastoral Care, Coffee time or any other committee. Florence B will be the contact
person at KUC at “[email protected]”.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rev. Michael Caveney
email: [email protected]
Mt Paul: Thursday & Friday 9 AM – 1 PM
Contact numbers:
Mt Paul: 250 376-2261
After hours PASTORAL EMERGENCY ONLY:
250-372-3020 extension 202
Secretary: Margaret
[email protected] 250 376-2261
website: www.mtpauluc.ca
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Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
Week of August 20, 2023 – August 27, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SUNDAY WORSHIP
The worship service on Sunday August 13, 2023 will be live from Mount Paul UC also it will be broadcast on Zoom. Rev. Heather Burton will lead the service at 11 AM 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 week Plura Hills will have a Sunday Worship Service at 9 am also led by Rev. Heather Burton.
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
There is a Congregational Meeting scheduled for Sunday August 20, 2023 at 1 pm. Sunday Worship Service will start at 11 AM followed by a light lunch. After the light lunch is finished the meeting will begin. The reason for this meeting is to present to our congregants the proposal given to us by Kamloops United Church. As you are aware, we requested assistance because of our dwindling congregation and finances. Kathy Davies from Pacific Mountain Region will be in attendance and leading the meeting. The meeting will also be broadcast on Zoom using the same link as for our worship service. Watch for the Email containing the Zoom link.
DID YOU KNOW that Nazli Bostandoust, our former musician, is back in Iran now visiting her family. This is the first time she has gone back home since 2020. Her 20-hour flights were uneventful, and she will be coming back to Canada in September.
REGIONAL ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
Our next Regional Zoom Bible study will be on August 23, 2023 at 3 PM BC time. This Bible Study is co-led between Pastor Jane from Hills of Peace, and Pastor Barbra Groote of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kelowna.
REMINDER Margaret is on vacation until August 30, 2023 so the office will be closed. If any messages are left on the telephone they will not be checked until September. Contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202 if there is an emergency. For Pastoral Care contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202. Margaret will return to work on August 31, 2023
While Margaret is on vacation, Don L will be preparing the announcements, and monitoring Margaret’s email. Any items for the announcements can still be sent to Margaret’s email – [email protected]
TIME CHANGE for SERVICES
As of September 3, 2023, our worship time moves to 9 AM as per our agreement with Plura Hills. We will then be worshiping at 9 AM, and Plura Hills will be worshiping at 11 AM. Mark that on your calendar because if you come at 11 AM on September 3, you will only be helping to wash dishes after our coffee time!
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for Central Sannich UC, Cheam View UC in Chilliwack, Chemainus/Crofton UC, Chown Memorial – Chinese UC in Vancouver, Christ Church Shared Ministry on Gabriola Island, and Church of St Paul in Barriere. As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Liberia and Sierra Leone
KUC – Pride Parade
On Sunday August 27 at 11 am the Pride Parade takes place in downtown Kamloops. KUC will be marching in the parade, and would welcome anyone from Mt Paul and Plura Hills to join them.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rev. Michael Caveney email: [email protected]
After hours PASTORAL EMERGENCY ONLY:
250-372-3020 extension 202
Mt Paul: Thursday & Friday 9 AM – 1 PM 250 376-2261
Secretary: Margaret [email protected] 250 376-2261
website: www.mtpauluc.ca
PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:
Prayer Requests: Vacant
Service Requests: Merle B
Card Ministry: Brenda R
Other Team Members: Donalda J, Janet B, Mary D
Congregational Meeting
There is a Congregational Meeting scheduled for Sunday August 20, 2023 at 1 pm. Sunday Worship Service will start at 11 AM followed by a light lunch. After the light lunch is finished the meeting will begin. The reason for this meeting is to present to our congregants the proposal given to us by Kamloops United Church. As you are aware, we requested assistance because of our dwindling congregation and finances. Kathy Davies from Pacific Mountain Region will be in attendance and leading the meeting.
Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
Week of August 6, 2023 – August 13, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Rev. Heather Burton will lead the service at 11 AM at Mount Paul in August. 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.
DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW that in July our payroll expense was only $767.78 as Margaret only works 2 days per week in the summer. Joan Tithecott & Kathleen Johnston led our worship services and did a fantastic job.
REGIONAL ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
Our next Regional Zoom Bible study will be on August 9, 2023 at 3 PM BC time. This Bible Study is co-led between Pastor Jane from Hills of Peace, and Pastor Barbra Groote of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kelowna.
CONGREGATINAL MEETING
There is a Congregational Meeting scheduled for Sunday August 20, 2023 at 1 pm. Sunday Worship Service will start at 11 AM followed by a light lunch. After the light lunch is finished the meeting will begin. The reason for this meeting is to present to our congregants the proposal given to us by Kamloops United Church. As you are aware, we requested assistance because of our dwindling congregation and finances. Kathy Davies from Pacific Mountain Region will be in attendance and leading the meeting.
AUGUST REMINDERS:
Margaret is on vacation until August 30, 2023 so the office will be closed. If any messages are left on the telephone they will not be checked until September. Contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202 if there is an emergency. For Pastoral Care contact Rev. Michael Caveney at 250-372-3020 extension 202. Margaret will return to work on August 31, 2023
Announcements: While Margaret is on vacation, Don Lentz will be preparing the announcements, and monitoring Margaret’s email. Any items for the announcements can still be sent to Margaret’s email – [email protected]
Time Shift for Services – As of September 3, 2023, our worship time switches as per our agreement with Plura Hills. On September 3 we will be worshiping at 9 AM, and Plura Hills will be worshiping at 11 AM. Mark that on your calendar because if you come at 11 AM on September 3, you will only be helping to wash dishes after our coffee time!
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for places in our country where the climate crisis is affecting their lives with changing temperatures and increasing wildfires, smoke, floods, and other events. As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Cameroon, Central African Republic, and Equatorial Guinea.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rev. Michael Caveney email: [email protected]
After hours PASTORAL EMERGENCY ONLY:
250-372-3020 extension 202
Mt Paul: Thursday & Friday 9 AM – 1 PM 250 376-2261
Secretary: Margaret [email protected] 250 376-2261
website: www.mtpauluc.ca
PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:
Prayer Requests: Vacant
Service Requests: Merle B
Card Ministry: Brenda R
Other Team Members: Donalda J, Janet B, Mary D
Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
Week of June 11, 2023 – June 18, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SUNDAY WORSHIP
The worship service on Sunday will be live from Mount Paul UC and also it will be broadcast on Zoom. This week Rev. Sharon Wilson will be leading the service at 9 AM at Plura Hills then again at 11 AM 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.
DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW that we received another $85 this week for the plant sale, bringing the total received to $1488! Way to go!
REGIONAL ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
Our next Regional Zoom Bible study will be on June 14, 2023 at 3 PM BC time. This Bible Study is co-led between Pastor Jane from Hills of Peace, and Pastor Barbra Groote of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kelowna.
REGIONAL ZOOM BIBLE STUDY SURVEY
We would like some feedback regarding the weekly Bible Study. Are any congregants of Mt Paul UC still interested in participating in the weekly Bible Study? Please email Margaret at the church email which is [email protected] and let her know. You can also contact Dorothy G (see email-outs for contact info) and let her know.
PASTORAL CARE – PANTRY BOX
The Pastoral Care Team has started a Pantry Box. Each Sunday the box will be placed at the front foyer when you enter the church. After Sunday Worship Service the box will be placed in the church storage area. Congregants are asked to bring in non-perishable items to place in the Pantry Box.
WORSHIP SERVICE & COMMUNION
Rev. Sharon Wilson, a minister from Kelowna will be leading our services June 18, & 25 at 11 AM, plus leading Plura Hills service on those dates at 9 AM. Also, on June 18, 2023 there will be communion at Mt Paul UC.
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for: For teachers and students at the end of the year and in preparation for summer break! As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Botswana, and Zimbabwe.
KUC – UKRAINIAN WELCOME DINNER
Join us for a dinner at Kamloops United Church as we welcome Ukrainians to our city! We are partnering with TRU, Immigrant Services, the Ukrainian Society, and the Ukrainian Catholic Church. We want YOU to be a part of the welcome. The next dinner will be held on Friday, June 16th at 6:00 pm in the church hall. If you plan to attend, please contact the church office by sending an email to the below email.
If you would like to volunteer at the dinner, please contact Shakshi at [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 Pel
email: [email protected]
website: www.mtpauluc.ca
See email for personal contact information:
Pastoral Care Needs: Merle B
Prayers Requests: Karen M
PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:
Prayer Requests: Karen M
Service Requests: Merle B
Card Ministry: Brenda R
Other Team Members: Donalda J, Janet B, Mary D
Life & Ministry of Mt Paul United Church
Week of June 4, 2023 – June 11, 2023
Here at Mt Paul
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Each week, worship service will be live from Mount Paul UC also it will be broadcast on Zoom. Everyone is welcome 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.
DID YOU KNOW
DID YOU KNOW that Bev Dooley is leaving on June 9 for extended visits with her sister and daughter and a much delayed trip to Newfoundland. She will be back for 2 weeks in August, and return for the winter in early October. We wish her well, and keep her in your prayers for safe trips. While she is gone, Don Lentz will be assuming her role as treasurer.
REGIONAL ZOOM BIBLE STUDY
Our next Regional Zoom Bible study will be on Tonight June 7, 2023 at 3 PM BC time. This Bible Study is co-led between Pastor Jane from Hills of Peace, and Pastor Barbra Groote of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kelowna.
We would like some feedback regarding the weekly Bible Study. Are any congregants of Mt Paul UC still interested in participating in the weekly Bible Study? Please email Margaret at the church email which is [email protected] and let her know. You can also contact Dorothy Garner or email her at and let her know. (See email sent out for contact information)
PASTORAL CARE – PANTRY BOX
The Pastoral Care Team has started a Pantry Box. Each Sunday the box will be placed at the front foyer when you enter the church. After Sunday Worship Service the box will be placed in the church storage area. Congregants are asked to bring in non-perishable items to place in the Pantry Box.
Our Wider World…
Posting Prayers Weekly
This week we are praying for: We pray for Pacific Mountain Regional Council. For candidates who will be recognized into their ministries, those who will retire and others who are being recognized for their work in the Church. As participants in the World Council of Churches, we are invited to remember and pray for the peoples of: Eswatini, Lesotho, Namibia, and South Africa.
KUC – WORSHIP SERVCE
KUC has extended an invitation to everyone if they wish to attend a service there.
KUC – UKRAINIAN WELCOME DINNER
Join us for a dinner at Kamloops United Church as we welcome Ukrainians to our city! We are partnering with TRU, Immigrant Services, the Ukrainian Society, and the Ukrainian Catholic Church. We want YOU to be a part of the welcome. The next dinner will be held on Friday, June 16th at 6:00 pm in the church hall. If you plan to attend, please contact the church office by sending an email to the below email.
We are moving the dinner for May from the 3rd Friday to the 4th Friday. Please reach out at below email if you have any questions.
If you would like to volunteer at the dinner, please contact Shakshi at [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
250 376-2261
[email protected]
website: www.mtpauluc.ca
PASTORAL CARE COMMITTEE:
Chairpersons: Gaetan G
Prayer Requests: Karen M
Pastoral Care Needs & Service Requests: Merle B
Card Ministry: Gaetan G & Brenda R
Other Team Members: Donalda J, Janet B, Mary D
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