Welcome: October 20, 2022
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Hello ECORC Family,
We have a full newsletter this week which includes some events happening this Saturday and Sunday. I have also included some Family News under Pastoral Relations News and Events.
Enjoy this week's news and have a wonderful weekend!
Blessings,
Karen Wilson
Communications and Administrative Support
1-800-268-3781 Ext 6146
KWilson@united-church.ca
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United Church of Canada News and Information
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Call for Nominations closing soon! We currently have vacancies on various committees working at the national level. Please visit the website for more information. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, October 20.
40 Days of Engagement on Anti-Racism: Continue the journey towards becoming an anti-racist church with this 40-day time of learning, reflection, and action. The 40 Days of Engagement on Anti-Racism is relaunching this year with brand-new content! The program will run from Tuesday, October 11 to Friday, November 25, 2022. New stories will be offered daily (with the exceptions of Sundays). Read more by visiting 40 Days of Engagement on Anti-Racism | The United Church of Canada (united-church.ca) where you will find a calendar of events and daily content as well.
Get ready for Advent Unwrapped! We know it has been a rough fall (and possibly last year or two) filled with mixed expectations, mixed comfort levels and mixed feelings. It’s a lot to navigate. Sign up for the Advent Unwrapped Newsletter and enjoy content from revolutionaries from across the continent (from Kingston, Jamaica, to Washington, DC, to Summerland, BC.); the Go Project, The United Church of Christ; and the General Council 44 Youth Forum. We look forward to sharing a collection of straightforward, invitational, shareable and mindful resources that will help us all engage in "the reason for the season." It all starts November 25, 2022!
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ECORC News and Information
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Rev. Rosemary Lambie will retire on October 31, 2022. To share messages of appreciation and gratitude for Rosemary, post a message here: Retirement Messages for Rev. Rosemary Lambie - ECO RC (padlet.com)
Fall Meeting Registration: Thank you to all who have registered thus far, we are looking forward to gathering together. Just a reminder that the "In-Person" registration will close as of midnight on Sunday, October 23rd to allow time for meeting preparation. You can find the meeting invitation and registration form on our website at Fall Business Meeting - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca) See you soon!
Last Information Session before our Fall Meeting: The Ministry through Property Team will be sharing the draft budget on Tuesday, Oct 25th at 7pm. Learn how the budget is created and the activities it will support. These info sessions are not limited to voting delegates of the Regional Council. Please register HERE. Please note, you will not receive the Zoom link till the morning of the event. Please contact Karen Wilson at kwilson@united-church.ca with any questions.
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Called To Be the Church: The Journey is a holistic stewardship program that offers Communities of faith, teaching around stewardship best practices and involves one-on-one coaching, as well as a customized in-depth Stewardship Analysis Report with specific recommendations for next steps. Also, in January a second Module will be offered. Please visit CTBTC Mod 1: Stewardship Best Practices (united-in-learning.com) for more details. Or contact Roger Janes (rjanes@united-church.ca).
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Pastoral Relations News and Events
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M&P Committee Workshop: THIS Saturday, October 22, 2022 (9am – 12 noon) This workshop is open to both M&P Committee members and Ministry Personnel in Conseil regional Nakonha:ka, Eastern Ontario Outaouais and East Central Ontario Regional Councils. Pre-registration is required to receive Zoom link: PRE-REGISTER **PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR M&P COMMITTEE AND MINISTRY PERSONNEL**
Family News:
Marlene Whiston: June 25, 1934 - October 10, 2022 (88 years old)
Marlene was the minister at Alderville United Church from 2006 until March 2013. Marlene was a good and faithful servant of our Lord and will be remembered with joy and laughter. She was 88 years old. Our prayers and sympathy are extended to all her family and friends especially to her husband Reverend David Whiston and her children and grandchildren. If you wish to write to Marlene’s family, the address is her daughter’s: Julianna Frigira 736 rue Desnoyers, Montreal, Quebec H4C 3E2. I have had many conversations with Julianna regarding Marlene’s service. Marlene’s family are having the Celebration of Life service for her at our church. Please note the information below so you can put the date in your calendar.
- The Celebration of Life for the Reverend Marlene Whiston is at Alderville United Church Friday, December 2nd at 2:00 p.m. There is a reception at the community centre 3:00-5:00 p.m. If you are unable to come to the service at the church and want to pay your respects to Marlene’s family, please feel free to come to the reception at the community centre. Everyone is welcome. Obituary
Reverend Dorinda Vollmer 905-697-9715 dvollmer@rogers.com
Family News:
HUGHES, The Reverend Elwyn Hughes: Jan 14, 1930 - Oct 9, 2022
Passed away on Sunday October 9, 2022, at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Louise and the late Janet. Loving father of Diane, Rhiannon (Brandy), Gwyneth (Colin), Brian (Darlene), Alan (Erica) and predeceased by Robert. Lovingly remembered by 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer's Society or the Durham Region Cancer Clinic would be appreciated. Obituary.
HUGHES, Marjorie Louise Hughes - Oct 15, 1932 – Oct 14, 2022
Passed away on Friday October 14, 2022, on the eve of her 90th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Reverend Elwyn Hughes and the late Forbes Kingstone. Loving mother of Diane, Rhiannon (Brandy), Gwyneth (Colin), Brian (Darlene), Alan (Erica) and predeceased by Robert. Lovingly remembered by 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Dorothy and the late David. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations to the Alzheimer's Society or the Durham Region Cancer Clinic would be appreciated. Obituary.
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Formation, Nurture and Justice Team
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ECORC’s Indigenous Justice and Respectful Relationships forum is hosting a movie night at Mark Street United Church in Peterborough on Friday, October 28th at 7pm – “Front Runners” is a play about the 1967 pan AM games and some Indigenous boys who carried the torch. This Play is an opportunity to learn more of Canada’s truth in hopes of living into reconciliation. Discussion to follow. View the poster at Movie Night! - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT, & THEIR LEADERS IN PERSON EVENT on Saturday November 5, 2022, from 11am to 2pm at CURVE LAKE UNITED CHURCH. Come for a time of learning, food and fun together and feel free to bring a friend. Please register using this link- so we can have food for you https://forms.gle/F5V2VA5ESCYNYY836
View the poster on our website for more information YOUTH, YOUNG ADULT, & LEADERS IN PERSON EVENT- NOV 5th - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
Resistance Through Art in Palestine: Three webinar series of videos, speakers and conversation on Wednesdays 10:00 -11:30 a.m. November 9, 16 and 23. Learn more about present realities in Palestine and how Palestinians find strength and persistence and hold through engaging with the arts, dancing and embroidery. To register and view the poster, please visit PALESTINE – ART AS RESISTANCE - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
https://ecorcuccan.ca/event/palestine-art-as-resistance/
ECO RC Palestine Network and Shining Waters Palestine Network
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Below are just a few of the upcoming events in our Regional Council that are happening over the next few weeks. We have even more listed on our "Events" page! Please visit Upcoming Events – East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
Faith United Church, Courtice: Fall Christmas Outdoor Market on October 22 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. View the poster at Fall Christmas Outdoor Market - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
Fenelon Falls United Church will celebrate its 162nd Anniversary on Sunday, October 23rd. Rev. Kathi Phillips (who was an intern here in 2000) will lead our service and celebrate Holy Communion. We will have a reception after our service. Thanks be to God!
Glenburnie United Church craft and bake sale on Saturday, Oct 29th from 1-4pm. View the poster at Craft & Bake Sale - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
Grace United Church, Napanee: Songs for Peace on Saturday, Nov 5th at 7pm. View the poster at Grace United Church, Napanee - Songs for Peace - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
Westminster United Church, Belleville: Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 12th from 8am to 2pm. View the poster on our events page at Westminster United Church - Christmas Bazaar - East Central Ontario Regional Council of the United Church of Canada (ecorcuccan.ca)
Please be sure to visit our events page for MORE upcoming events!
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Learning Events and Job Opportunities
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Hospice Peterborough is currently looking for a Supportive Care Counsellor - you can view the job posting HERE.
E-Learning with Edge: Begin your learning journey today. Browse the course catalog at any time. These courses are created by our ecumenical partners. The platform integrates written content, video instruction, and individual reflection to allow you the freedom to study at your own pace, when and where you choose. These courses are intended for self-study, continuing education, and professional development. View the catalog at CHURCHx Catalog
Gathering Worship Launch Party: November 2, 2022, 7:00 - 8:00 pm ET GatheringWorship.ca is an exciting new resource to help you plan worship services quickly and efficiently and share prayers and resources with people across the country and around the world. Join with us to celebrate the addition of a powerful Internet based resource to the continuing print magazine. Think of Gathering Worship as your virtual desk where you can:
- search for music, prayers, dramas, and liturgies (by title, theme, author, scripture and more),
- download complete ready-to-use services,
- access our collection of inspiring blogs, columns, music files, and explorations on worship-related themes, and
- bookmark your favourite Gathering resources.
More information and registration can be found at Gathering Worship Launch Party (churchx.ca)
Bridges through Poverty: Register Now! November 9th & 16th from 1-4pm Bridging Poverty & Privilege (Focus on Mentor-to-Ally Training Workshop) More information at Register Now! November 9th & 16th from 1-4pm Bridging Poverty & Privilege (Focus on Mentor-to-Ally Training Workshop) - For more information and to register, please visit Register Now! November 9th & 16th from 1-4pm Bridging Poverty & Privilege (Focus on Mentor-to-Ally Training Workshop) - Bridges Peterborough
To read more about Bridges Peterborough, please visit Home - Bridges Peterborough
The Healing Pathway: First United Church & Healing Pathway Council East
Phase 2 Training: Healing From The Heart on November 25 and 26, 2022
Ottawa, ON at First United Church, 347 Richmond Road, Ottawa, ON
Registration: HealingPathwayEast@gmail.com or 613-421-5335. Registration limited to 21 people so, to avoid disappointment, register as early as possible. $50 deposit required with registration, non-refundable after October 30, 2022. More information HERE
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