Rev. Dr. Candice Bist is away on vacation and study leave until August 14th. See below our Sunday line up for the next five Sundays.
Our Summer Line Up
Sunday July 14th and July 21st
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Visiting Minister, Colleen Lowrie,
Church as a Community Innovation Hub Colleen graduated from The United Theological College with her MDiv in May of 2019. She is currently working with Community Innovation Hub (www.communityinnovationhub.org) where she coordinates connections, gatherings and support for churches that are re-visioning their ministries to respond to their local communities in new and traditional ways. Colleen is pursuing Ordination and will be entering her Supervised Ministry Education in the Fall (formerly the internship). In addition to new ministry Colleen is passionate about children and youth ministry, care of creation and feminist theology. Colleen has worked closely with Embracing the Spirit and the innovators at the United Church of Canada. She has been invited to speak as part of our discernment process as we find a way to be church in our community in this time. |
Colleen Lowrie,
Church as a Community Innovation Hub |
Sunday July 28th
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Rev. Jill McPherson
Jill grew up in the Christian tradition, but like many people of her generation, has stretched her embrace to understand other faiths, looking for the strand of spirituality that connects us all. She is particularly interested in mindfulness practices and how they can aid us in deepening an understanding of our divinity. Jill’s gifts extend to a deep understanding of the modern context in which families with young children are struggling, how best to negotiate through relationship matters, and the underlying wisdom and spiritual gifts that all people possess. You will find her teaching practical and refreshing. Find out more about Jill’s on going work at:http://www.jillmcpherson.com/ |
Sunday August 4th
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Community Led Service
Long weekend church community service. In the reform tradition, every person in the church is part of the 'priesthood of all believers.' Find out just why that is, in this relaxed service involving the congregation as designers of the service and participants. |
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Sunday August 11th
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Non-Denominational Heritage Festival Sunday Service
The Heritage Music Festival in Shelburne hosts a non-denominational church service at a f10 am at 200 Fiddle Foot Park featuring the Shelburne Fiddlers and other local musicians. for further details : https://heritagemusicfestival.ca/event/non-denominational-church-service/ |
And from the ever thought provoking Ken at prayerandpolitiks. . . some thoughts to ponder over the summer. You can watch his website for wonderful stories and artwork. http://www.prayerandpolitiks.org
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Sunday July 7, 2019
This last Thursday Rev. LeeAnn McKenna spoke to us of her trip to Israel and Palestine. For all those who came out that evening, thank you. These conversations can be difficult for some, and it was much appreciated that you came with open minds and hearts to learn more about these difficult issues. Decidedly, Rev. McKenna brought her own views, as it reflected her personal experience. But it should be noted that this is also the stance of the United Church of Canada. This Sunday Rev. McKenna will be exploring in an informal manner just why the United Church of Canada has made the bold move to step forward, in solidarity with many other countries, the United Nations, and other denominations, to call Israel to account for their current treatment of the Palestinians. Please remember, this is a Sabbath reflection, seen through the eyes of our scriptures, and our call as Christians to treat all people with compassion.
Sunday June 30, 2019
It is the long weekend of our National holiday - Canada Day.
But Sunday, in the Christian tradition, is still Sabbath - a day of rest and reflection, delight and wonder - a time when we lay aside the yoke of the commercial world, and gather together to consider the noble pursuits, and to reflect on a faith that calls its people to the way of love and to pray and to contemplate the goodness and the grace that surrounds us.
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. We love because he first loved us. Those who say, “I love God,” and hate their brothers or sisters, are liars; for those who do not love a brother or sister whom they have seen, cannot love God whom they have not seen. The commandment we have from him is this: those who love God must love their brothers and sisters also.
1 John 4: 18 - 21
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Most gracious and all wise God, before whose face the generations rise and fall; Thou in whom we live, and move, and have our being. We thank thee [for] all of thy good and gracious gifts, for life and for health; for food and for raiment; for the beauties of nature and human nature. We come before thee painfully aware of our inadequacies and shortcomings. We realize that we stand surrounded with the mountains of love and we deliberately dwell in the valley of hate. We stand amid the forces of truth and deliberately lie. We are forever offered the high road and yet we choose to travel the low road. For these sins O God forgive. Break the spell of that which blinds our minds. Purify our hearts that we may see thee. O God in these turbulent days when fear and doubt are mounting high give us broad visions, penetrating eyes, and power of endurance. Help us to work with renewed vigor for a warless world, for a better distribution of wealth and for a brother/sisterhood that transcends race or color. In the name and spirit of Jesus we pray. Amen.
Martin Luther King Jr., collected prayers |
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And if you are looking for some peace and quiet this weekend, look no further than the Primrose Meditation Garden which is in its full glory at the moment. This little garden is part of the international Quiet Garden Movement from England.
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Thanks to Jeff Cottam and all who participated and enjoyed and attended our talent night at Primrose. Click here for more photos and video.
Saturday June 22nd
Primrose's Got Talent!?
come on out for a fun evening of song and dance, refreshments and lots of laughter. A nice night out. Donation only, if you wish.
Photos below from the Friday night rehearsal.
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Sunday June 24th, 2019
Fear and Love, the two great matters in life
Throughout the scriptures, both the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament Scriptures that follow, we are admonished not to be afraid. And the reason for this is because God wants us to live full, rich lives broken open so that others may be served. And this cannot happen when fear is present. Fear obstructs all original thought, and keeps new possibilities at bay.
Fear is a sign that there is an absence of love. Because love cancels out fear.
Love and fear are the only matters worth concerning ourselves with, all other matters follow from our choice - shall we be afraid? Or shall we love?
Choose Love.
It's more fun.
Fear is a sign that there is an absence of love. Because love cancels out fear.
Love and fear are the only matters worth concerning ourselves with, all other matters follow from our choice - shall we be afraid? Or shall we love?
Choose Love.
It's more fun.
Last Sunday I read from a call to worship and prayed a prayer from two of the acknowledged prophets of our time - one Catholic, Joan Chittister, and one Protestant, Walter Brueggemann. Both have given much thought to our current situation in the world, and offered their prophetic voice up to the imagination. Below, is a live teaching from Sister Chittister and a wonderful pod cast from the On Being Project, where Krista Tippett interviews Brugmmemann. They offer us much to think about.
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Sunday June 16, 2019
Father's Day and Service of Baptism
Sunday June 9, 2019
Pentecost Sunday and Communion Service
As a denomination, The United Church of Canada believes that the Holy Spirit continues to move in the world. As we say in the New Creed, God “works in us, and others, by the Spirit.” Where we recognize movements in the world that bring healing, hope, life, and abundant life for all creation, there’s a pretty good chance that we’ve met the movement of the Holy Spirit.
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Gathered around a hundred and sixteen year old bell, we learned something about ourselves.
And then we ate cake.
Because that's how we roll.
June 2nd, 2019 Sunday Service
This Sunday is the 148th Anniversary of Trinity United Church.
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Michael and Guy have been busy putting the finishing touches on our new outdoor signs so we can do a little service of dedication with our bell in its new place this Sunday at Trinity for their 148th Anniversary Service. And stay to enjoy some home made cake served up in our new hospitality room. Because we knew you were coming and we BAKED A CAKE! (or six or seven!)
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Trinity United Church
200 Owen Sound St. Shelburne, ON L9V 3L4 Join us for worship on Sunday at 11:00 am |
Primrose United Church
486281 30th Sideroad, Primrose Mono, ON L9V 1G7 Join us for worship on Sunday at 9:10 am |
The Shelburne/Primrose Pastoral Charge partners with
Partera Peace Builders International, The Shelburne Farmer's Market,
First Line for Syria, Soup Haus, KAIROS, and the Quiet Garden Movement.
We support the work of the UCC Mission and Service and are part of the
Dufferin Moves initiative in Dufferin County.
We are supportive of the work of Streams Community Hub
We continue to look for partners and friends who are offering a
compassionate presence to the community and an uplifting and creative spirit.
Call or email if we can be of any help to you.
shelburne.primrose.uc@gmail.com / 519 925 2233
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