Cordova Bay United Church Rev. Bill Cantelon billcantelon@cbunited.ca Minister for Children, Youth and Young Adults Nancy Walker nancywalker@cbunited.ca Rev. Wilfred C. Waddell Minister Emeritus Music Director—Pat Shumka 250-652-1505 813 Claremont Avenue Victoria, BC V8Y1J9 Phone: 250.658.5911 Website www.cbunited.ca Chair of Council—Tom Pringle mtpringle@shaw.ca Custodian—Debbie Adkins office@cbunited.ca Office Administrator—Jane Shumka office@cbunited.ca SUNDAY October 19th MUSIC LEADERSHIP The Band Office Hours: Monday —Thursday, 9am—2pm REGULAR WEEKLY EVENTS Mondays: 7:00 pm—8:00 pm: Chime Choir Practice —new members welcome— Wednesdays: 11:00 am—12:00 pm: Unserious Coffee Thursdays: 7:00 pm—8:30 pm: Choir Practice—new members welcome— FAITH CONVERSATION Nancy Walker SCRIPTURE READER John Ferguson POWER POINT TECHNICIAN Louise Johnston TECHNICAL SUPPORT Peter Gray HOSPITALITY TEAM Greeters Grace & Russell Lindsay USHERS Myrna & Tom Pringle REFRESHMENTS Ethel Wilson Women’s Group October 19th, 2014 UPCOMING EVENTS Tuesday, October 21st 2:00 pm: Caring Ministry—Friendship Room 7:30: Stewardship Meeting—Friendship Room 7:00 pm: Evolutionary Christianity —Sanctuary/Hall/Youth Lounge— Wednesday, October 22nd 9:15 am: Adult Faith Study—Friendship Room 7:15 pm: Council Meeting —Friendship Room Friday, October 24th 9am—3pm: Day Camp for Youth (Kindergarten—Grade 6) - Hall 10:o0 am: Book Club —Friendship Room BEAN BASH, SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26th Remember to mark October 26 on your calendar for Fellowship Committee's annual Bean Bash. Come enjoy a delicious, hearty lunch with friends and fellow bean lovers. STEWARDSHIP REPORT AS OF SEPTEMBER 30/2014 LIVING Total Income $217,054.65 GENEROUSLY Total Expenses $224,010.66 ۰ourselves ۰our gifts ۰our resources Net Loss ($6,956.01) *See Note Below COMPARISON TO LAST FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30/2013 Total Income Total Expenses Net Surplus $222,550.15 $210,171.45 $12,378.70 COMPARISON TO LAST FISCAL YEAR ENDING SEPTEMBER 30/2012 Total Income Total Expenses Net Loss $226,607.63 $236,548.33 ($9,940.70) *****Please note these figures do not include our recent Rummage Sale. *****Our Mission & Service remittance to date is $7000. At our AGM in February the congregation agreed to commit to $28,000. THE LIFE AND WORK OF OUR CHURCH “We are an inclusive community of Christians called to know and serve God faithfully through love for the world and its people.” people.” Household Prayer: Morning I listen quietly, Lord, and the morning sounds of creation draw me to you. It is then that I hear your voice, “I am pleased with you and I know you by name.” Sometimes it is difficult to fully receive your pleasure in me, to grasp that you are fond of me, even when I have nothing to show for myself. May I remember that I am yours today. Amen. Household Prayer: Evening I fold up this day with gratitude, holding close to my heart those whose faith helped carry me through this day. Amen. SEASON OF THANKSGIVING OUTREACH OFFERING Beginning October 12th, Thanksgiving Sunday, and through the month of October we invite you to make a special offering of non–perishable foods for ‘Our Place Society’ and the ’Mustard Seed Food Bank’. Or, you may make a special offering of items needed by the ‘Our Place Society’ such as men’s jeans, underwear and socks. POINSETTIAS Christmas is Coming and so are the poinsettias. Order forms have been included with the emailed announcements and will be available in hard copy on Sunday, October 26th. The last day for ordering will be Sunday, November 2nd. The price has remained the same: $12.00 per 6.5 inch pot. Any questions contact Deanna Bertelsen, 250-652-3265. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Cordova Bay United has signed up to assist with serving a meal at the Our Place Society on Tuesday, November 11, 2014. To put your name down as a helper, and for more details, please contact Elmarie Roberts at 250 889 0994 or the church office, as soon as possible. Thank you. Did You Know? Salvation Army Rag Program Old textiles can produce a few cents a pound of revenue. Recycle those shabby fabric items. Donate it to The Salvation Army (along with some decent things, too). The army’s Thrift Stores generate millions of dollars for shelters and social programs, while diverting tonnes of material from the dump. WHAT WILL BE MY SPIRITUAL LEGACY? An Adult Faith Study based on Marcus J. Borg's new book: Convictions: How I Learned What Matters Most (available at all popular bookstores). Wednesday mornings, 9:15-10:30 to November 26 inclusive (with the exception of November 19) Cordova Bay United Church October 2014 Children & Youth Ministry 2015 UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS ON SALE United Church calendars will be on sale in the hall following the worship service. Calendars are $10 each. All proceeds are for the Cordova Bay United Church Youth Fund. This fund has provided and we hope will continue to provide bursaries so that our youth might participate in regional, provincial and national youth events. Youth Activities: November 8-11 Evolve Retreat! Together youth, young adults, and leaders will gather in this annual conference, exploring our faith, worshiping, and learning from one another. Typical activities include singing, theme exploration in age specific groups, dance party, a film festival, a carnival and spiritual practices. It is going to be awesome! For more info and to register go to www.evolve2014.org. The church has money to help fund this retreat. Registration deadline is October 25th. Did you know...Michelle and Mark Shields have volunteered to help with Movie Night at Our Place Society. If you too, are interested in helping, please speak with Nancy for more information. Day Camp A day of games, crafts, and exploring our theme of When: October 24th, 9am—3pm Where: Cordova Bay United Church Who: Kindergarten to Grade 6 Cost: Suggested donation of $10 -we will also be collecting new underwear and socks for Our Place SocietyWhat to bring? Outside clothing (be prepared for weather), indoor shoes, peanut free lunch. Pre-registration required. For more information and to register contact Nancy Walker at 250-658-5911 or nancywalker@cbunited.ca BOOK CLUB Read on------Oct.24th (note change of date due to the Fall Fair) The Husband’s Secret by Laura Moriarty Nov. 21st- A visit from Pam Porter, an author in our midst Dec.- meeting cancelled due to Xmas Jan.16th- The Girl Who Saved the King of Sweden by Jonas Jonasson “ON THE RIDGE” JURIED CRAFT FAIR SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm Cordova Bay United Church Hall 36 Tables of Artisan created, high quality, unique gifts. Hot Soup Lunch, Coffee, Tea and muffins. Classical Guitarist, Brad Prevodoros. $2 Admission for charity. Everyone welcome. Wheelchair access. (Posters and bookmarks are available in the narthex for pickup. Please distribute to businesses and people outside the congregation. Thank you.) EVOLUTIONARY CHRISTIANITY PRESENTS THE SPIRITUAL BRAIN: SCIENCE AND RELIGIOUS EXPERIENCE Video-discussion series by Dr Andrew Newberg based on The Great Courses Program Cadboro Bay, Cordova Bay and First†Met United Churches are once again offering the opportunity for people to engage in a discussion series around the topic of Evolutionary Christianity based on selected lectures from this Great Course series. Topics and Host Churches: 3. Oct 21 Cordova Bay UC: How the Brain Changes God/ How God Changes the Brain ! 4. Oct 28 Cadboro Bay UC: The Mystical Mind Sessions from 7 - 9:30 pm Cost is ONLY $5.00 per session. Register in Advance on-line@ www.cadbayuc.org/evolutionary-christianity-2014/ THE ANNUAL/GENERAL MEETING OF THE VICTORIA PRESBYTERIAL UCW Will be held Thursday, October 30, 2014 at Shady Creek United Church, 7162 West Saanich Road. 9:30am for coffee, meeting 10:00am. Theme for the day “Bread Not Stones”. Madelaine Craven, President of BC Conference UCW will be the guest speaker. Please bring a bag lunch, soup and muffins will be provided. Please bring an item(s) for Basic for Babies at the Mustard Seed. This is an invitation for all ladies of the United Church to attend. CELTIC VESPERS AT ST. JOHNS UNITED welcomes The Jeremy Walsh trio on Sunday, Oct. 19th at 7 pm. Enjoy an autumnal evening of music to the sounds of guitar, Irish flute and bodhran. The church is located at 10990 West Saanich Rd. (Across from Deep Cove School) An offering will be taken. For more info call Eva 250 656-5273