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Posted October 28, 2016
Need a ride to church
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397
Fall Supper Report
There were 455 people served plus children under five.
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397
Fall Supper Report
There were 455 people served plus children under five.
| Supper | $6,397.25 |
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| Cash Donations | $1,585.00 |
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| Sale of foodd | $117.00 |
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| Total | $8,099.25 |
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There will be expenses to come out of this amount (approx. $3,000.00).
The Beeland Co-op gave a $200.00 donation to our Fall Supper.
Thank you to everyone that helped make our Fall Supper a Success. We couldn’t have done it without each of you.
Thank you to the Organisational Committee of Carol McPhee, Judy Saelhof and May Bilash.
Baptisms
If you have a child, or children that you would like to have baptised, please call the church office, or Rev. Doug at 306 873 2424 to make arrangements.
Memorial Poinsettia Project
The Worship Committee is again having the Memorial Poinsettia Project. We will be collecting $5.00 per name beginning Sunday, November 13. Proceeds will purchase two arrangements for the sanctuary and the Mission and Service Fund.
The Beeland Co-op gave a $200.00 donation to our Fall Supper.
Thank you to everyone that helped make our Fall Supper a Success. We couldn’t have done it without each of you.
Thank you to the Organisational Committee of Carol McPhee, Judy Saelhof and May Bilash.
Baptisms
If you have a child, or children that you would like to have baptised, please call the church office, or Rev. Doug at 306 873 2424 to make arrangements.
Memorial Poinsettia Project
The Worship Committee is again having the Memorial Poinsettia Project. We will be collecting $5.00 per name beginning Sunday, November 13. Proceeds will purchase two arrangements for the sanctuary and the Mission and Service Fund.
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PostedOctober 12, 2016
UCW
The UCW groups have joined and now meet the forth Wednesday of the month at 2:00 pm in the Runciman Room.
Rummage sales
Update to Fall Rummage Sale - $2,441.45
Spring " " - $3,155.05
Total = $5,596.50
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Posted September 29, 2016
Lower hall
The Wee Ones Workshops are held in the lower hall each Wednesday morning from 9:00 AM until 11:00.
Wednesday afternoon and evenings the lower hall his used from 4:00 PM until 8:00 by the highland dancers.
TACAL uses the lower hall Monday and Wednesday afternoons and/or evenings.
Food Bank News
Clients are may use the Food Bank once a month. Food items that are needed are; small boxes of Cereal, Canned Meat, Canned Fruit, Soup, small jars of Peanut Butter and Cheese Whiz. No outdated products please. Check out the list on the bulletin board at the church.
Annual Fall Supper
Fall Suppers only work when there is food and workers. This fund raiser usually gives us a profit of over $4,000.00 to $5,000.00 and helps with the expenses of the church. Our new minister,Rev. Douglas Hallman, is coming to St. Paul's on October 16th (first service). He should be at the Fall Supper so come and meet him.
Below are the details for this year’s supper:
Food
Potatoes - Dutch Oven (cooked/mashed) (need 14 more)
Carrots – 10 cups when cooked (need 12 more )
Turnips – 10 cups when cooked (need 9 more)
Coleslaw – One ice cream pail with dressing (need 5 more)
Salad or Jelly ( not coleslaw) ( for 20 people) (need 13 more)
2 Pies or 1- 9 X13 dessert (need 30 more)
Roasters (bottom only with name) (need 28 more)
Crock Pot (need 5 more)
Workers
Washing Turkeys – 8 :30 am at the church kitchen - 2 more
Make dressing at high school 10 am – 2 more
Carvers – at Recplex - 3 pm ( bring your own cutting board and knife) – 5 more
Coffee makers – 2 pm? - 2 people needed
Table cleaners – 5 – 6 = 3 more 6 to end – 3 more
Tea /Coffee servers – 4:30 – 5:30 – 2 more 5:30 – end - 2 more
Move turkeys/ham to recplex at 2:30- 2 people
Ticket Caller – 1
Clean up – 5 people
Dishwashers – 4:15 – 5:15 – 3 more 5:15 to end - 5 more
Hot Food – 4:00 – 5:00 1 more 5 to end – 2 more
Cold workers – 4:00 – 5:00 - 2 more - 5:00 to end – 2 more
Buffet Table – 4:00 – 5:00 - 2 more – 5:00 to end – 3 more
Posted August 24, 2016
Fall Supper
If you can help organise the Fall Supper please come to the meeting on October 7.
Fall Rummage sale
If you have articles for the Rummage Sale please bring them to the church.
Worship services
We need people to take on Pulpit Supply for the Sundays in September and October. If you can help please contact the church office at 306 873 2424.
Posted June 21, 2016
August Services
For the Month of August we will be worshipping at the Presbyterian Church.
St. Pauls office
Cheyanna Kidd will be in the office during the months of July and August. Summer office hours are subject to change. Check voicemail for times.
Fall Rummage sale
If you have items for the fall rummage sale please contact the office for times when you can bring them down.
Need a ride to church
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 – or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397.
Project successes.
- The UCW Spring Tea and Bake Sale brought in more than $1,000.00
- the Spring Rummage Sale brought in $3,175.00 over the three days. Some items will be sent to the Women’s Shelter in Melfort.
- Thank you to all who donated, worked or purchased items for both these events.
The NEOSS House of Hope officially opened its door to clients on Monday, June 13, 2016.
This year’s fall supper
The fall supper will be held Sunday, October 16 at the RECPlex. An organisational meeting will be held Wednesday September 7 at 12 :00 noon here at the church. Anyone interested in helping please come.
Posted April 21, 2016
Ushers
If you Usher in the next few months please check the list you received.
Spring Cleaning
The spring rummage sale is on May 18, 19 and 20. Remember to bring your gently used items to the church during office hours or phone the office at 306 873 2424.
Need a ride to church
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 – or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397.
Rev. Sharon will be away
Sharon will be away for the month of May on holidays and Sunday June 5 at Saskatchewan Conference. If you need help please contact the church office at – 306 873 2424
Making use of St. Pauls
- The Visual Arts Group meet in the lower hall the second and fourth Wednesday evenings of the month.
- The Highland Dance Group is using the lower hall each Wednesday afternoon.
- The Men’s Choir uses the sanctuary for practice on Wednesday nights
Keep in touch
Office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 AM until noon. If you provide us with your email address you would be receiving announcements of importance during the time between newsletters.
Posted April 6, 2016
Congregational meeting to discuss Needs assessment report
Sunday, April 10th - Join us after the service for the Congregational Meeting to discuss the “Needs Assessment Report”. When this report is accepted by the congregation we can then begin a search for a new minister. If you have concerns or questions please make sure to come to this meeting.
Star City Sunday, April 17
If you are planning on going to Star City on Sunday April 17 please leave your name on the sign up sheet. The Breakfast is at 9:30 am and service is 10:30 am. Cars will be leaving the church at 9:00 am .
Tamarack Presbyterial
The United Church Women Tamarack Presbyterial Saturday April 23, 2016 here in Tisdale. Theme: “Spring Fling”. Registration begins at 9:30 am. ($15.00 per person). There will be a Silent Auction with proceeds going to the Women’s Shelter in Melfort, also presentations by the Women’s Shelter and Sharon Ferguson-Hood on her Napal trip in 2015. If you are going to attend please leave your name on the sign up sheet in the Foyer. (numbers are needed for the noon meal.) Information on the counter in the foyer.
New Blinds in the Ranchman Room
There are new blinds in the Runciman Room paid for with donations from the Lorna Rathgerber Memorial and St. Paul’s United Church Choir. Thank you.
Prayer writing workshop
Friday, April 29– Prayer Writing Workshop with Author Ray McGinnis – 7:00 pm – Youth are welcome! Information is on the counter in the foyer. There is a Sign up Sheet on the counter.
Four point pastoral charge meeting
Congregations of Tisdale, Star City, Bridging Waters and Carrot River will be considering the possibility of a Four Point Pastoral Charge with shared ministry. A meeting has been arranged in Codette on Thursday April 7 at 7:00 pm at the Seniors Hall (307 Wylie Cres.)
Camp Tapawingo
If you have a child that would like to attend Camp Tapawingo this summer they can access the camp website at www.camptapawingo.net and apply online.
Camp Tapawingo staff applications are also at www.camptapawingo.net.
Camp Tapawingo Clean-up Saturday May 28/Camp Sunday-May 29 at 11:00 am – see Tamarack Telegraph on the bulletin board in the foyer for more information.
Spring
Spring Tea and Bake Sale is on Saturday, May 7.
The spring rummage sale is on May 18, 19 and 20. Remember to bring your gently used items to the church.
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Posted March 25, 2016
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United Church Observer Subscriptions
The United Church Observer Subscriptions are now due $25.00 each. Note: Please make cheques out to St. Paul’s United Church
Quilts in the pews
Friday, April 8, 2016 from 1:00 to 7:00 “Quilts in the Pews” Quilt Show at Nipawin United Church. Lunch, silent auction and door prizes. More information in the Tamarack Telegraph on the Bulletin Board.
Tamarack Presbyterial
The United Church Women Tamarack Presbyterial Saturday April 23, 2016 here in Tisdale. Theme: “Spring Fling”. Registration begins at 9:30 am. ($15.00 per person). There will be a Silent Auction with proceeds going to the Women’s Shelter in Melfort, also presentations by the Women’s Shelter and Sharon Ferguson-Hood on her Napal trip in 2015.
Prayer writing workshop
Friday, April 29– Prayer Writing Workshop with Author Ray McGinnis – 7:00 pm – Youth are welcome! Information is on the counter in the foyer. There is a Sign up Sheet on the counter.
At this Prayer writing workshop participants are invited to reflect on the power of prayer in worship and devotional practices. You’ll explore some of the benefits that writing a prayer can offer as a path to mindful and compassionate living.
Ray offers tips for helping anyone who is asked spontaneously to lead a group in prayer.
Drawing on a splendid range of examples of prayer from scripture and recent prayers written by adults and children, Ray helpfully provides a step-by-step template for you to write opening prayers, prayers of thanksgiving and intercessory prayers.
There is time for discussion and time for prayer and reflection on how praying together can strengthen the church and help us be there for each other when it counts. No previous writing experience needed. Older children, youth and adults welcome.
There is No Charge for this workshop!
Easter message
There is an Easter Message from the Saskatchewan Conference President – copies are on the counter in the Foyer.
Camp Tapawingo
If you have a child that would like to attend Camp Tapawingo this summer they can access the camp website at www.camptapawingo.net and apply online.
Camp Tapawingo staff applications are also at www.camptapawingo.net.
Camp Tapawingo Clean-up Saturday May 28/Camp Sunday-May 29 at 11:00 am – see Tamarack Telegraph on the bulletin board in the foyer for more information.
Board highlights, March 15, 2016
St. Paul’s Board has accepted an invitation to share worship April 17 with Star City United congregation. They are inviting us to a Pancake breakfast, followed by a worship service which they have asked us to lead with Rev. Sharon and our choir. Breakfast would be at 9:00 a.m.; church service at 10:00. Transportation can be arranged for those needing a ride. There would be no service at St. Paul’s that morning.
A motion was passed at the March Board meeting that we cease using Styrofoam plates, cups etc. at St. Paul’s and move to an alternate supply, such as the biodegradable ‘Taterware’ that was purchased for Conference, the year we hosted that function.
The Joint Needs Assessment Report was presented to the Board and the recommendation of the Committee accepted.
Copies of the Final Evaluation of Interim Ministry were distributed to Board members.
The document will be available to the congregation once it has been read by the Board.
Congregations of Tisdale, Star City, Bridging Waters and Carrot River will be considering the possibility of a Four Point Pastoral Charge with shared ministry. A meeting has been arranged in Codette to begin discussions.
Congregational meeting
St. Paul’s United Church congregational meeting will be held to discuss the JNAC report on April 10, 2016. Please let others know about this important meeting.
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Posted February 27, 2016
Pulpit Supply
If you can help with Pulpit Supply in the month of May please call the office at 306 873 5143.
Tamarack Presbyterial
The United Church Women Tamarack Presbyterial Saturday April 23, 2016 here in Tisdale. Theme: “Spring Fling”. Registration begins at 9:30 am. ($15.00 per person). There will be a Silent Auction with proceeds going to the Women’s Shelter in Melfort, also presentations by the Women’s Shelter and Sharon Ferguson-Hood on her Napal trip in 2015.
If you need a ride
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 – or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397.
Sharon away in May
Sharon will be away in May. If you need help please contact the church office at – 306 873 2424
Wee Ones Workshops
The Wee Ones Workshops continue in the New Year on Wednesdays from 9 am until 11 am. If you have a Baby or Toddler please contact the NEECIP office to sign-up.
Visual Arts Group
The Visual Arts Group meet in the lower hall the second and fourth Wednesday evenings of the month.
Lenten Lunches
Lenten Lunches at the Golden Age Centre on Wednesdays, February 17, March 2, March 9 and March 19 at 12:00 noon each day.
Women’s Fellowship meeting
The Women’s Fellowship meeting is on Tuesday, February 23 at 7:30 at the home of Maureen Donald.
UCW meeting
Wednesday, February 24 the UCW will meet at 2:00 in the Runciman room.
Lenten Art
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting today, Sunday, February 14th until Sunday March 20th. If you have Sunday School age children please come!
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring finger food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
United Church Observer
Your Observer Subscriptions are due now! $25.00 per subscription. Please make cheques out to St. Paul’s United Church. If you have questions please contact Mary Blacklaws.
Spring Cleaning
The Spring Rummage Sale is coming soon. Remember to bring your gently used items to the church.
Keeping in touch
Timothy Shire updates St. Paul’s website with Sharon’s sermons - www.ftlcomm.com/stpauls/ St. Paul’s email address is stpaulsu@sasktel.net
St. Paul’s Phone Number is 306 873 2424,
Our address is Box 116, Tisdale, Sk. S0E 1T0
Office Hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon.
If you will provide us with your email address you would be receiving announcements of importance during the time between newsletters!
Please help us keep you informed of what is happening @ St. Paul’s.
Posted February 20, 2016
Lenten Lunches
Lenten Lunches at the Golden Age Centre on Wednesdays, February 17, March 2, March 9 and March 19 at 12:00 noon each day.
Women’s Fellowship meeting
The Women’s Fellowship meeting is on Tuesday, February 23 at 7:30 at the home of Maureen Donald.
UCW meeting
Wednesday, February 24 the UCW will meet at 2:00 in the Runciman room.
2016 Annual Meeting
The 2016 Annual meeting is on Sunday, February 21. Annual Report Booklets are available on the table by the office. If you are going to deliver some please put the names of the people on the list. Please bring your booklet back of the annual meeting along with any questions you may have.
Lenten Art
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting today, Sunday, February 14th until Sunday March 20th. If you have Sunday School age children please come!
Pancake Supper
The Pancake supper brought in #373.00.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring finger food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
St. Andrew’s Fundraiser
St. Andrew’s Fundraiser total was $197.00 - (loose cash). Additional funds (in the St. Andrew’s Envelopes) that had names and addresses are being sent to St. Andrew’s. (receipts will be issued by St. Andrew’s). Thank you to all who donated and attended.
United Church Observer
Heads-up: The United Church Observer price of Group Plan subscriptions - purchased through the Church but paid for by subscribers - will increase from $20 per year to $25 (GS/HST included) effective January 2016. To reward the loyalty of our subscribers, the increase will be waived for one renewal year if we can increase the total number of Observer subscriptions by 25 percent.
I believe we increased the total number by 50 percent last year?
Each issue still costs less that a small coffee and doughnut at Robin’s Doughnuts.
Did you read the article "The snowiest church" in the January issue - page 47, and the article by Mardi Tindal on page 45 "Compassion is a muscle that gets stronger with use" (a quotation from Mahatma Gandhi)?
NoteL Please make cheques out to St. Paul’s United Church.
Lenten Lunches at the Golden Age Centre on Wednesdays, February 17, March 2, March 9 and March 19 at 12:00 noon each day.
Women’s Fellowship meeting
The Women’s Fellowship meeting is on Tuesday, February 23 at 7:30 at the home of Maureen Donald.
UCW meeting
Wednesday, February 24 the UCW will meet at 2:00 in the Runciman room.
2016 Annual Meeting
The 2016 Annual meeting is on Sunday, February 21. Annual Report Booklets are available on the table by the office. If you are going to deliver some please put the names of the people on the list. Please bring your booklet back of the annual meeting along with any questions you may have.
Lenten Art
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting today, Sunday, February 14th until Sunday March 20th. If you have Sunday School age children please come!
Pancake Supper
The Pancake supper brought in #373.00.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring finger food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
St. Andrew’s Fundraiser
St. Andrew’s Fundraiser total was $197.00 - (loose cash). Additional funds (in the St. Andrew’s Envelopes) that had names and addresses are being sent to St. Andrew’s. (receipts will be issued by St. Andrew’s). Thank you to all who donated and attended.
United Church Observer
Heads-up: The United Church Observer price of Group Plan subscriptions - purchased through the Church but paid for by subscribers - will increase from $20 per year to $25 (GS/HST included) effective January 2016. To reward the loyalty of our subscribers, the increase will be waived for one renewal year if we can increase the total number of Observer subscriptions by 25 percent.
I believe we increased the total number by 50 percent last year?
Each issue still costs less that a small coffee and doughnut at Robin’s Doughnuts.
Did you read the article "The snowiest church" in the January issue - page 47, and the article by Mardi Tindal on page 45 "Compassion is a muscle that gets stronger with use" (a quotation from Mahatma Gandhi)?
NoteL Please make cheques out to St. Paul’s United Church.
Mary Blacklaw, Observer representative
World Day of Prayer
The World Day of Prayer service will take place at 7:00 PM on Friday, March 4.
Baptism
Baptism Sunday will be on April 4.
Tamarack Presbyterial
Saturday Apr. 23 – Tamarack Presbyterial – St. Paul’s – all women of the congregation are invited to attend.
Prayer Writing Workshop
Friday April 29 – Prayer Writing Workshop with Author Ray McGinnis – 7:00 pm.
Spring Cleaning
The Spring Rummage Sale is coming soon. Remember to bring your gently used items to the church.
Nepal Pilgrimage
Sharon Ferguson-Hood will lead a pilgrimage to Nepal in May of 2016. Information is on the counter in the Foyer.
Posted February 11, 2016
Lenten Lunches
Lenten Lunches at the Golden Age Centre on Wednesdays, February 17, March 2, March 9 and March 19
Communion
Communion will be part of the Sunday service on February 14
Board Meeting
St. Paul’s board will meet at 7:00 on Tuesday, February 16
2016 Annual Meeting
The 2016 Annual meeting is on Sunday, February 21. Annual Report Booklets are available on the table by the office. If you are going to deliver some please put the names of the people on the list. Please bring your booklet back of the annual meeting along with any questions you may have.
Lenten Art
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting today, Sunday, February 14th until Sunday March 20th. If you have Sunday School age children please come!
Pancake Supper
Thank you to all who came to the Pancake Supper on Tuesday. The Pancakes and Sausages were very good. Thanks to the men who prepared the food and cleaned up.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring snack food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still packages of Herbs available. Thank you to everyone who has purchased these products. There are pamphlets with information about the Advent Peace Box Project available!
United Church Observer
Heads-up: The United Church Observer price of Group Plan subscriptions - purchased through the Church but paid for by subscribers - will increase from $20 per year to $25 (GS/HST included) effective January 2016. To reward the loyalty of our subscribers, the increase will be waived for one renewal year if we can increase the total number of Observer subscriptions by 25 percent.
I believe we increased the total number by 50 percent last year?
Each issue still costs less that a small coffee and doughnut at Robin’s Doughnuts.
Did you read the article "The snowiest church" in the January issue - page 47, and the article by Mardi Tindal on page 45 "Compassion is a muscle that gets stronger with use" (a quotation from Mahatma Gandhi)?
NoteL Please make cheques out to St. Paul’s United Church.
Lenten Lunches at the Golden Age Centre on Wednesdays, February 17, March 2, March 9 and March 19
Communion
Communion will be part of the Sunday service on February 14
Board Meeting
St. Paul’s board will meet at 7:00 on Tuesday, February 16
2016 Annual Meeting
The 2016 Annual meeting is on Sunday, February 21. Annual Report Booklets are available on the table by the office. If you are going to deliver some please put the names of the people on the list. Please bring your booklet back of the annual meeting along with any questions you may have.
Lenten Art
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting today, Sunday, February 14th until Sunday March 20th. If you have Sunday School age children please come!
Pancake Supper
Thank you to all who came to the Pancake Supper on Tuesday. The Pancakes and Sausages were very good. Thanks to the men who prepared the food and cleaned up.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring snack food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still packages of Herbs available. Thank you to everyone who has purchased these products. There are pamphlets with information about the Advent Peace Box Project available!
United Church Observer
Heads-up: The United Church Observer price of Group Plan subscriptions - purchased through the Church but paid for by subscribers - will increase from $20 per year to $25 (GS/HST included) effective January 2016. To reward the loyalty of our subscribers, the increase will be waived for one renewal year if we can increase the total number of Observer subscriptions by 25 percent.
I believe we increased the total number by 50 percent last year?
Each issue still costs less that a small coffee and doughnut at Robin’s Doughnuts.
Did you read the article "The snowiest church" in the January issue - page 47, and the article by Mardi Tindal on page 45 "Compassion is a muscle that gets stronger with use" (a quotation from Mahatma Gandhi)?
NoteL Please make cheques out to St. Paul’s United Church.
Mary Blacklaw, Observer representative
World Day of Prayer
The World Day of Prayer service will take place at 7:00 PM on Friday, March 4.
Baptism
Baptism Sunday will be on April 4.
Nepal Pilgrimage
Sharon Ferguson-Hood will lead a pilgrimage to Nepal in May of 2016. Information is on the counter in the Foyer.
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Posted January 26, 2016
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Art for the Lenten Season
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art sessions for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting Sunday February 14 until Sunday March 20. If you have Sunday School age children please consider this your invitation!
2016
Just a reminder to put 2016 on your cheques now.
Income tax receipts
2016 Income Tax Receipts are on the counter in foyer.
Transition Team
On Sunday January 31 the Transition Team will be leading the service. At this service they will have in place a process to discuss the Interim Ministry. This information gathered will be used for the final evaluation. Please come and express your thoughts about this important question.
Reports for the Annual meeting
The 2016 annual meeting will be February 21. Please have your committee reports to May before January 23, 2016. If you can email them that will help with the typing. I need to have them ready to read for Sunday February 7.
Fundraiser for St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon
There will be a Pot Luck Soup and Sandwich Lunch following the service on Sunday, February 7 to help raise funds for St. Andrew’s Theological College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s trains new ministers for our congregations. A sign-up sheet for soup is on the counter in the foyer. We ask congregation members to bring sandwiches or other pot luck food for this occasion.
Lenten Lunches
Lenten Lunches begin on Wednesday, February 10 at the Golden Age Centre. St. Paul’s and the Presbyterians are responsible for February 10.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring snack food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still packages of Herbs available. Thank you to everyone who has purchased these products. There are pamphlets with information about the Advent Peace Box Project available!
Nepal Pilgrimage
Sharon Feguson-Hood will lead a pilgrimage to Nepal in May of 2016. This is a pilgrimage that includes different dynamics, like spending time in Kathmandu and surrounding area, trekking in the Landruk area, visiting Pokhara and area and spending time reflecting and having conversation about our experience.
On the counter in the foyer is the package for this trip; if you are interested please pick up a package, and feel free to call me if you have questions. (306 873 3361)
Caryl Skauge will be holding another set of creative art sessions for the Lenten Season at St. Paul's starting Sunday February 14 until Sunday March 20. If you have Sunday School age children please consider this your invitation!
2016
Just a reminder to put 2016 on your cheques now.
Income tax receipts
2016 Income Tax Receipts are on the counter in foyer.
Transition Team
On Sunday January 31 the Transition Team will be leading the service. At this service they will have in place a process to discuss the Interim Ministry. This information gathered will be used for the final evaluation. Please come and express your thoughts about this important question.
Reports for the Annual meeting
The 2016 annual meeting will be February 21. Please have your committee reports to May before January 23, 2016. If you can email them that will help with the typing. I need to have them ready to read for Sunday February 7.
Fundraiser for St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon
There will be a Pot Luck Soup and Sandwich Lunch following the service on Sunday, February 7 to help raise funds for St. Andrew’s Theological College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s trains new ministers for our congregations. A sign-up sheet for soup is on the counter in the foyer. We ask congregation members to bring sandwiches or other pot luck food for this occasion.
Lenten Lunches
Lenten Lunches begin on Wednesday, February 10 at the Golden Age Centre. St. Paul’s and the Presbyterians are responsible for February 10.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring snack food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still packages of Herbs available. Thank you to everyone who has purchased these products. There are pamphlets with information about the Advent Peace Box Project available!
Nepal Pilgrimage
Sharon Feguson-Hood will lead a pilgrimage to Nepal in May of 2016. This is a pilgrimage that includes different dynamics, like spending time in Kathmandu and surrounding area, trekking in the Landruk area, visiting Pokhara and area and spending time reflecting and having conversation about our experience.
On the counter in the foyer is the package for this trip; if you are interested please pick up a package, and feel free to call me if you have questions. (306 873 3361)
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Posted January 19, 2016
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Transition Team
On Sunday January 31 the Transition Team will be leading the service. At this service they will have in place a process to discuss the Interim Ministry. This information gathered will be used for the final evaluation. Please come and express your thoughts about this important question.
Fundraiser for St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon
There will be a Pot Luck Soup and Sandwich Lunch following the service on Sunday, February 7 to help raise funds for St. Andrew’s Theological College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s trains new ministers for our congregations. A sign-up sheet for soup is on the counter in the foyer. We ask congregation members to bring sandwiches or other pot luck food for this occasion.
Income tax receipts
2016 Income Tax Receipts are on the counter in foyer.
Reports for the Annual meeting
The 2016 annual meeting will be February 21. Please have your committee reports to May before January 23, 2016. If you can email them that will help with the typing. I need to have them ready to read for Sunday February 7.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring snack food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
Robbie Burns celebration
On Sunday January 31 the Transition Team will be leading the service. At this service they will have in place a process to discuss the Interim Ministry. This information gathered will be used for the final evaluation. Please come and express your thoughts about this important question.
Fundraiser for St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon
There will be a Pot Luck Soup and Sandwich Lunch following the service on Sunday, February 7 to help raise funds for St. Andrew’s Theological College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s trains new ministers for our congregations. A sign-up sheet for soup is on the counter in the foyer. We ask congregation members to bring sandwiches or other pot luck food for this occasion.
Income tax receipts
2016 Income Tax Receipts are on the counter in foyer.
Reports for the Annual meeting
The 2016 annual meeting will be February 21. Please have your committee reports to May before January 23, 2016. If you can email them that will help with the typing. I need to have them ready to read for Sunday February 7.
Circle conversation
The next Circle Conversation is on Sunday, February 28 following worship. Please bring snack food to share. The question is: What part of church is most important to you? Why do you come to the United Church? This is information that can be used for our Joint Needs Assessment, your input is important.
Robbie Burns celebration
Saturday, January 23, 2016 - 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Nipawin United Church
Entertainment and memorabilia
Lunch and lots of fun !
Free-will offering - Everyone welcome!
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still bottles of Olive Oil and packages of Herbs available.
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Posted January 13, 2016
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Nepal Pilgrimage
Sharon Feguson-Hood will lead a pilgrimage to Nepal in May of 2016. This is a pilgrimage that includes different dynamics, like spending time in Kathmandu and surrounding area, trekking in the Landruk area, visiting Pokhara and area and spending time reflecting and having conversation about our experience.
On the counter in the foyer is the package for this trip; if you are interested please pick up a package, and feel free to call me if you have questions. (306 873 3361)
Transition Team
On Sunday January 31 the Transition Team will be leading the service. At this service they will have in place a process to discuss the Interim Ministry. This information gathered will be used for the final evaluation. Please come and express your thoughts about this important question.
Reports for the Annual meeting
The 2016 annual meeting will be February 21. Please have your committee reports to May before January 23, 2016. If you can email them that will help with the typing. I need to have them ready to read for Sunday February 7.
Fundraiser for St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon
There will be a Pot Luck Soup and Sandwich Lunch following the service on Sunday, February 7 to help raise funds for St. Andrew’s Theological College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s trains new ministers for our congregations. A sign-up sheet for soup is on the counter in the foyer. We ask congregation members to bring sandwiches or other pot luck food for this occasion.
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still bottles of Olive Oil and packages of Herbs available.
Bulletins
If you would like to help pay for bulletins for 2016 please check over the bulletin sheet on the counter in the foyer and choose your date. Thank you to UCW Unit #7 for their donation.
Book Study - Thursday, January 28 and Thursday, February 4
Sessions are seven to nine each night.
The Dalai Lama’s Cat by David Michie - A malnourished slum kitten is carried back to the beautiful sanctuary by the Dalai Lama himself. Her arresting blue eyes are slowly shown everything in the Buddhist leader’s life: timeless wisdom that comes only in the quietest moments between animal and people. You’ll follow His Holiness’s cat as she rubs up against Hollywood stars, teaches lessons at the feet of Buddhist masters and learn how a bodhisattva deals with life in the twenty-first century, and soon see why a cat has the best vantage point on the fragility and beauty in all humans. The Dalai Lama’s Cat is funny and light, but contains spiritual lessons that will ignite your curiosity and reflection. Join Sharon for good conversations exploring Buddhist thoughts and sharing refreshments.
There is a sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer for the Book Study January 28 and February 4 or call the church office 306 873 2424.
Sharon Feguson-Hood will lead a pilgrimage to Nepal in May of 2016. This is a pilgrimage that includes different dynamics, like spending time in Kathmandu and surrounding area, trekking in the Landruk area, visiting Pokhara and area and spending time reflecting and having conversation about our experience.
On the counter in the foyer is the package for this trip; if you are interested please pick up a package, and feel free to call me if you have questions. (306 873 3361)
Transition Team
On Sunday January 31 the Transition Team will be leading the service. At this service they will have in place a process to discuss the Interim Ministry. This information gathered will be used for the final evaluation. Please come and express your thoughts about this important question.
Reports for the Annual meeting
The 2016 annual meeting will be February 21. Please have your committee reports to May before January 23, 2016. If you can email them that will help with the typing. I need to have them ready to read for Sunday February 7.
Fundraiser for St. Andrew’s College in Saskatoon
There will be a Pot Luck Soup and Sandwich Lunch following the service on Sunday, February 7 to help raise funds for St. Andrew’s Theological College in Saskatoon. St. Andrew’s trains new ministers for our congregations. A sign-up sheet for soup is on the counter in the foyer. We ask congregation members to bring sandwiches or other pot luck food for this occasion.
Advent Peace Box
The Worship Committee has purchased a Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. There are still bottles of Olive Oil and packages of Herbs available.
Bulletins
If you would like to help pay for bulletins for 2016 please check over the bulletin sheet on the counter in the foyer and choose your date. Thank you to UCW Unit #7 for their donation.
Book Study - Thursday, January 28 and Thursday, February 4
Sessions are seven to nine each night.
The Dalai Lama’s Cat by David Michie - A malnourished slum kitten is carried back to the beautiful sanctuary by the Dalai Lama himself. Her arresting blue eyes are slowly shown everything in the Buddhist leader’s life: timeless wisdom that comes only in the quietest moments between animal and people. You’ll follow His Holiness’s cat as she rubs up against Hollywood stars, teaches lessons at the feet of Buddhist masters and learn how a bodhisattva deals with life in the twenty-first century, and soon see why a cat has the best vantage point on the fragility and beauty in all humans. The Dalai Lama’s Cat is funny and light, but contains spiritual lessons that will ignite your curiosity and reflection. Join Sharon for good conversations exploring Buddhist thoughts and sharing refreshments.
There is a sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer for the Book Study January 28 and February 4 or call the church office 306 873 2424.
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Posted December 28, 2015
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Prayer writing workshop
Friday April 29 evening author Ray McGinnis will conduct a prayer writing workshop. This event will include young people.
The Dalai Lama’s Cat
The Dalai Lama’s Cat by David Michie - A malnourished slum kitten is carried back to the beautiful sanctuary by the Dalai Lama himself. Her arresting blue eyes are slowly shown everything in the Buddhist leader’s life: timeless wisdom that comes only in the quietest moments between animal and people. You’ll follow His Holiness’s cat as she rubs up against Hollywood stars, teaches lessons at the feet of Buddhist masters and learn how a bodhisattva deals with life in the twenty-first century, and soon see why a cat has the best vantage point on the fragility and beauty in all humans. The Dalai Lama’s Cat is funny and light, but contains spiritual lessons that will ignite your curiosity and reflection. Join Sharon for good conversations exploring Buddhist thoughts and sharing refreshments.
There is a sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer for the Book Study January 28 and February 4 or call the church office 306 873 2424.
A ride to Church
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 – or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397.
The Wee Ones Workshops
The Wee Ones Workshops continue in the New Year on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. If you have a Baby or Toddler please contact the NEECIP office to sign-up.
Friday April 29 evening author Ray McGinnis will conduct a prayer writing workshop. This event will include young people.
The Dalai Lama’s Cat
The Dalai Lama’s Cat by David Michie - A malnourished slum kitten is carried back to the beautiful sanctuary by the Dalai Lama himself. Her arresting blue eyes are slowly shown everything in the Buddhist leader’s life: timeless wisdom that comes only in the quietest moments between animal and people. You’ll follow His Holiness’s cat as she rubs up against Hollywood stars, teaches lessons at the feet of Buddhist masters and learn how a bodhisattva deals with life in the twenty-first century, and soon see why a cat has the best vantage point on the fragility and beauty in all humans. The Dalai Lama’s Cat is funny and light, but contains spiritual lessons that will ignite your curiosity and reflection. Join Sharon for good conversations exploring Buddhist thoughts and sharing refreshments.
There is a sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer for the Book Study January 28 and February 4 or call the church office 306 873 2424.
A ride to Church
If you need a ride to Sunday Services please contact the church office at 306 873 2424 – or Dennis Scutchings at 306 873 5397.
The Wee Ones Workshops
The Wee Ones Workshops continue in the New Year on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. If you have a Baby or Toddler please contact the NEECIP office to sign-up.
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Posted December 16, 2015
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Tea and Bake Sale
Thank you to all who helped make the Annual Christmas Tea and Bake Sale a success. Bake Table - $1041.30, $557.60 – Door - for a Total $1598.90. 106 people attended and Judy Saelhof won the door prize.
Poinsettia Project
If you would like to donate to the Poinsettia Arrangements for the church in December in memory of a loved one, or someone that is special to you please see May. $5.00 each name with proceeds over and above the cost of the arrangements going to Mission and Service.
Advent Peace box
The Worship Committee has purchased an Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. You will notice the items displayed on the table by the office door. There are bottles of olive oil for $20.00 each and packages of herbs (includes Thye, roasted sesame seeds, sumac and sea salt) for $8.00 each. Information about the project is also on the table.
Artist in Residence for Children
Sunday, November 29, December 6, December 13 and December 20.
Christmas Cheer Project
Our Christmas Cheer Project this year is again the Women’s Shelter in Melfort. There is a list of things needed on the Bulletin Board in the Foyer. There will be a basket at the front of the church during the Advent Season.
Fall Supper report
The project brought in $7,499 with expenses of $2,561.98 and a profit of $4,937.02 was realised.
Gifts With Vision Catalogues
Available now on the table in the Foyer. If you have a hard to buy for person on your Christmas gift list look at the Gifts With Vision Catalogure for unique and helpful ideas.
Committee reports
Remember that your committee reports for the annual meeting need to be in as soon as you can get them to May.
Thank you to all who helped make the Annual Christmas Tea and Bake Sale a success. Bake Table - $1041.30, $557.60 – Door - for a Total $1598.90. 106 people attended and Judy Saelhof won the door prize.
Poinsettia Project
If you would like to donate to the Poinsettia Arrangements for the church in December in memory of a loved one, or someone that is special to you please see May. $5.00 each name with proceeds over and above the cost of the arrangements going to Mission and Service.
Advent Peace box
The Worship Committee has purchased an Advent Peace Box with items from Palestine. You will notice the items displayed on the table by the office door. There are bottles of olive oil for $20.00 each and packages of herbs (includes Thye, roasted sesame seeds, sumac and sea salt) for $8.00 each. Information about the project is also on the table.
Artist in Residence for Children
Sunday, November 29, December 6, December 13 and December 20.
Christmas Cheer Project
Our Christmas Cheer Project this year is again the Women’s Shelter in Melfort. There is a list of things needed on the Bulletin Board in the Foyer. There will be a basket at the front of the church during the Advent Season.
Fall Supper report
The project brought in $7,499 with expenses of $2,561.98 and a profit of $4,937.02 was realised.
Gifts With Vision Catalogues
Available now on the table in the Foyer. If you have a hard to buy for person on your Christmas gift list look at the Gifts With Vision Catalogure for unique and helpful ideas.
Committee reports
Remember that your committee reports for the annual meeting need to be in as soon as you can get them to May.
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Posted November 29, 2015
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Poinsettia Project
If you would like to donate to the Poinsettia Arrangements for the church in December in memory of a loved one, or someone that is special to you please see May. $5.00 each name with proceeds over and above the cost of the arrangements going to Mission and Service.
Annual Christmas Tea and Bake Sale
Annual Christmas Tea and Bake sale will be Saturday, December 5 from 2:00 to 4:00. Donations of baking are welcome. Come and enjoy a time with friends
Communion Servers
St. Paul’s needs a person to coordinate Communion Servers for Communion. (approximately six times a year). We thank Mary Blacklaws who has been doing this service for a lot of years. If you can help St. Paul’s this way it would be greatly appreciated.
Artist in Residence for Children
Sunday, November 29, December 6, December 13 and December 20.
Christmas Kettle
St. Paul’s is responsible for the Christmas Kettle on Monday, December 14, Tuesday, December 15 and Wednesday, December 16. If you can help any of those days please put your name on the sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer.
Christmas Cheer Project
Our Christmas Cheer Project this year is again the Women’s Shelter in Melfort. There is a list of things needed on the Bulletin Board in the Foyer. There will be a basket at the front of the church during the Advent Season.
Fall Supper report
The project brought in $7,499 with expenses of $2,561.98 and a profit of $4,937.02 was realised.
Gifts With Vision Catalogues
Available now on the table in the Foyer. If you have a hard to buy for person on your Christmas gift list look at the Gifts With Vision Catalogure for unique and helpful ideas.
Mission and Service Fund
The United Church helps with projects around the world through the Mission and Service Fund. Every gift that is given to the Mission and Service Fund goes to those projects.
Since the 1970s, The United Church of Canada has worked with the Moravian Church in Nicaragua to help bring about peace after a civil war. The Moravian Church carries out a variety of ministries in the multi-ethnic Atlantic coast regions and also has a development office that supports projects to improve water quality and agricultural practices. In recent years, the church has worked with a group of people living with HIV or AIDS in a program called Vidas Futuras (Future Lives).
In Nicaragua, people with HIV or AIDS now have access to medical treatment, but in places with high unemployment and low incomes, getting enough food for the medicine to work properly is a challenge. Good nutrition and a strict medication regime are essential for anti-retroviral drugs to be effective.
With United Church support, Future Lives and Moravian development office have embarked on a three-year pilot program to provide additional food for about 70 people, including three children under age 10. The hope is that other groups and agencies will join the effort and expand the reach of the program.
Participation has made a real difference in terms of people’s health and in the way participants see themselves. Says one participant, “I have been helped to maintain my body with good food and easing my mind so that I think only of good things, with respect and dignity.” Another commented, “I have learned new things, and can teach them to family and friends.”
Working with the Moravian Church, our gifts for Mission and Service are changing people’s lives in Nicaragua. Thanks be to God. Please join me and give generously.
If you would like to donate to the Poinsettia Arrangements for the church in December in memory of a loved one, or someone that is special to you please see May. $5.00 each name with proceeds over and above the cost of the arrangements going to Mission and Service.
Annual Christmas Tea and Bake Sale
Annual Christmas Tea and Bake sale will be Saturday, December 5 from 2:00 to 4:00. Donations of baking are welcome. Come and enjoy a time with friends
Communion Servers
St. Paul’s needs a person to coordinate Communion Servers for Communion. (approximately six times a year). We thank Mary Blacklaws who has been doing this service for a lot of years. If you can help St. Paul’s this way it would be greatly appreciated.
Artist in Residence for Children
Sunday, November 29, December 6, December 13 and December 20.
Christmas Kettle
St. Paul’s is responsible for the Christmas Kettle on Monday, December 14, Tuesday, December 15 and Wednesday, December 16. If you can help any of those days please put your name on the sign-up sheet on the counter in the foyer.
Christmas Cheer Project
Our Christmas Cheer Project this year is again the Women’s Shelter in Melfort. There is a list of things needed on the Bulletin Board in the Foyer. There will be a basket at the front of the church during the Advent Season.
Fall Supper report
The project brought in $7,499 with expenses of $2,561.98 and a profit of $4,937.02 was realised.
Gifts With Vision Catalogues
Available now on the table in the Foyer. If you have a hard to buy for person on your Christmas gift list look at the Gifts With Vision Catalogure for unique and helpful ideas.
Mission and Service Fund
The United Church helps with projects around the world through the Mission and Service Fund. Every gift that is given to the Mission and Service Fund goes to those projects.
Since the 1970s, The United Church of Canada has worked with the Moravian Church in Nicaragua to help bring about peace after a civil war. The Moravian Church carries out a variety of ministries in the multi-ethnic Atlantic coast regions and also has a development office that supports projects to improve water quality and agricultural practices. In recent years, the church has worked with a group of people living with HIV or AIDS in a program called Vidas Futuras (Future Lives).
In Nicaragua, people with HIV or AIDS now have access to medical treatment, but in places with high unemployment and low incomes, getting enough food for the medicine to work properly is a challenge. Good nutrition and a strict medication regime are essential for anti-retroviral drugs to be effective.
With United Church support, Future Lives and Moravian development office have embarked on a three-year pilot program to provide additional food for about 70 people, including three children under age 10. The hope is that other groups and agencies will join the effort and expand the reach of the program.
Participation has made a real difference in terms of people’s health and in the way participants see themselves. Says one participant, “I have been helped to maintain my body with good food and easing my mind so that I think only of good things, with respect and dignity.” Another commented, “I have learned new things, and can teach them to family and friends.”
Working with the Moravian Church, our gifts for Mission and Service are changing people’s lives in Nicaragua. Thanks be to God. Please join me and give generously.
Mighty and tender God,
through our gifts for Mission & Service
we respond to your call to mend the world.
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Posted November 17, 2015
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| Nepal Fundraiser | |||
| Thank you to all who came to the Nepal Fundraiser and helped in any way donating money, baking, purchasing auction items etc. The following is an overview of receipts to date with a couple of things that are outstanding. | |||
| Door | $289.00 |
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| Nepalie Bears | $400.00 |
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| Donations | $856.00 |
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| Auction | $1,047.00 |
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| total | $2,487.00 |
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If you would still like to make a donation please make your cheque out to St. Paul's United Church with Nepal Fundraiser in the memo spot on the left hand corner. |
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