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We welcome you to In-Person Worship Service
on Sunday April 16th at 10am
We invite everyone to attend.  

Livestream is offered for those unable to attend. 
Livestream link is below:


https://youtube.com/live/zEgfbtgA2zQ



Join us on Sunday April 16th at 10.00am for “Moments of Celebration”,
followed by our Annual Meeting at 11.00am. “


Please click on the Link below to access Rev. Dr. Neal Mathers April Blog
https://www.firstprescollingwood.com/blog/darkest-hour

 


VBC Introductory Video Link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KYU2Rg96Qcg


Registration is open On Line

Registration is open for campers and volunteer helpers

55 Campers Registered already!! 
Room for many more.


www.firstprescollingwood.com 

Camp is FREE and open for students SK - Grade 6.
Volunteer Helpers - Grade 7 and up to Adults
Highschool Students - volunteer  and earn your Community Hours Service

Questions:  Reach out to Jane Tilley 705-446-4113 or Bev Kennedy 705-445-8831
 


***Volunteer VBC***
Register on-line/or pick up a form in the
Welcome Centre to help with VBC week.
Reach out to Jane Tilley or Bev Kennedy for more information.


First Impressions/Burning Bush Theatre

Thursdays at First Pres
starting April 13

We will practice in the Sanctuary  from 5:15-6:45pm.
We  will sing in the worship service on Sunday May 14  and at A Little Night Music on Friday & Saturday June 2 & 3  

Please register attendance by clicking on the link below:


https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRoFmtANoRaO7G49oaUx0_SH-khaaDstC8PyWfhXwlxqvkdA/viewform 
 
Easter Sunday
Leaders:  Bev Kennedy, Bobbie Brown
Lesson:  Make R oom
Children are welcome to join Bev & Bobbie after the Children's Time
Pickup:  Gym (behind the lower hall)
***Christian Education Committee ***
Volunteers Needed:
 
-    To work with the Christian Education Team
-    To teach one or two Sunday School Lessons (with a helper) During April, May or  June 2023.  
-     To help with Vacation Bible Camp
Contact Bev Kennedy 705-445-8831/705-441-0000 or email ibkennedy@sympatico.ca


Make Room - Laura Alary (this book is in our Church Library)
"We have made time.
We have made space.
We have made room.
We are ready now.
We are different.
The whole world is new!
It is Easter morning!"

 


Book Buzz
Needing a book specifically on care-giving or grieving issues? The Pastoral Care library books are now in the Celebration Room, adjacent to the Lower Hall, across from the kitchen. Check them out!
 

Intergenerational Activities this Spring at First Pres Church.

Saturday April 22 - Earth Day Highway Clean up
Saturday April 29 - Fairy Garden Crafts

Register attendance on line: 
www.firstprescollingwood.com



Adult Choir Rehearsal Thursdays
at 7:00 in the Sanctuary.
Director:   Deb Fitzsimmons. 
Contact Deb at
justkeepsinging3@gmail.com




First Pres Tappers
 Practice Wednesdays at 5:30pm in the gym.
New members welcome.  No experience necessary.
Contact the church office for more info.
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The VON Exercise program
Tuesday  and Thursday at 10:30am in the gym. 

Contact Nicole Loughran

SMART Program Supervisor, Georgian Bay Region
T: 705-355-2200
M: 705-321-0105 
email:  Nicole.Loughran@von.ca



The Book Club will meet on May 3

"The Lincoln Highway”

Contact Barbara Trafford for details: bunnytrafford@gmail.com

 
 
LYN:  Love Your Neighbour is a  grocery card initiative to support church & community families. Contact Catherine Brown:  cjbrown1@rogers.com or 705-445-6941
Ways to Donate
Try donating on line.  It's safe and easy to do. 

www.firstprescollingwood.com
Please remember to state your full name, designated fund and if possible your envelope number when making e-transfers.  This ensures accurate designations.

You may wish to contribute through Pre-authorized payments. (PAR).
Please contact Marlene for assistance:   firstchurch@rogers.com
ALPHA
Thursday sessions start at 7:00 pm.

Please contact Frank Tilley (franktilley44@gmail.com) for more information.
  
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