Announcements & Calendar
Our Advent Series begins this week!
In Person Church Services Suspended beginning November 29, 2020
We have suspended in person services from November 29, 2020 – January 31, 2021. Our on-line services will continue. This is in support the Government of Saskatchewan’s request for people to stay home during the foreseeable future to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
Christmas Eve On-Line Service
There will be a pre-recorded on-line service premiering on Facebook on Dec. 24 at 5:00 pm. It will also be posted on the church website.
Fruit Cake Fundraiser
St. James is having a fruit cake fundraiser again this year. The cakes will be $10.00 each. We would like people to pre-order their fruit cakes by sending an e-mail to stjames.office@sasktel.net or calling the church office at 306-543-2626. Payment can be made by e-transfer (please indicate fruit cake on the e-transfer) or you can leave a cheque or cash in the mailbox. Your cake(s) will be available for pick up on November 28 from 3 pm to 4 pm
Our Advent & Christmas at Home Kits are ready for pick up or delivery
These kits are for families with young children and are designed for 1 per family. They include an advent calendar, ideas and instructions for activities, and 5 battery operated candles to be used in an home-made advent wreath (or to use in any other way!). The instructions for making the wreath are found on the church website. https://www.stjamesunitedregina.com/children-and-family-ministry.html Vienna and Dan Dietrich lead you step-by-step through making a pine cone advent wreath. The kit also includes the downloadable resource “Seeking Light” which is posted on the Family Ministry page.” Seeking Light” is a great resource for all ages created by the Pacific & Mountain Region of the United Church of Canada. This on-line resource can be shared with families and friends. Call the church if you would like a kit. We have several that still need homes.
Need a Call or Visit?
Laura and Diane are available for a chat. Call the church to make an appointment
306-543-2626. Prayer shawls are available for anyone who would like one. Let Laura or Diane know.
THE WIDER CHURCH/COMMUNITY
For the Love of Creation
This group of over 30 churches and faith-based organizations in Canada is hosting a Fall Forum every Monday evening from 7:30to 8:30pm. EST this November on Zoom. Join us to learn more about our collective work for climate justice, engage with guest speakers, and take action for climate justice together online. Simultaneous translation will be available.
Join us for one or more of the following sessions: Nov 16th: Grieving, Healing, and Connecting with Creation (English Only)
Nov 23rd: Creation Care: A Letter of the Faithful
Nov 30th: Climate Action Now!
To Register: http://bit.ly/flcforum2020 or if you have questions - Email flc.pac@gmail.com
Regina CGIT Calendars and Poinsettias This year the Regina CGIT is pleased to be once again offering the Canadian United Church Calendars for $5! In addition, we are also offering poinsettias through the “Growing Smiles” fundraising organization. All of the proceeds raised this year will be going towards our annual Adopt-a-Family efforts through the Salvation Army. Because of your incredible support we have been able to participate in this program for the past 30 years! Through the program we are given the opportunity to provide Christmas dinner and gifts to a family in need within Regina. This year, more than ever before, will be a challenging Christmas season for many families within Regina and your generous support makes it possible for us to make the burden a little lighter for one of those families.
We plan to have COVID-19 friendly pickup locations around the city (mainly Church parking lots). On your order form, please indicate which Church is most convenient for you to pick up at, and we will contact you with a day and time.
Below are the links for both the calendars and the poinsettias. Cash and cheques are accepted. In addition, we are now set up for e-transfers at regina.sk.cgit@gmail.com
The last day to order poinsettias is November 23, 2020.
Poinsettias: https://rcgit.growingsmilesfundraising.com/home
Canadian Church Calendars: https://forms.gle/dbrhP3dsNj6GtfFY7
Thank you for your support and have a very Blessed (and safe!) Christmas season. The Regina CGIT
We have suspended in person services from November 29, 2020 – January 31, 2021. Our on-line services will continue. This is in support the Government of Saskatchewan’s request for people to stay home during the foreseeable future to stop the spread of the Covid-19 virus.
Christmas Eve On-Line Service
There will be a pre-recorded on-line service premiering on Facebook on Dec. 24 at 5:00 pm. It will also be posted on the church website.
Fruit Cake Fundraiser
St. James is having a fruit cake fundraiser again this year. The cakes will be $10.00 each. We would like people to pre-order their fruit cakes by sending an e-mail to stjames.office@sasktel.net or calling the church office at 306-543-2626. Payment can be made by e-transfer (please indicate fruit cake on the e-transfer) or you can leave a cheque or cash in the mailbox. Your cake(s) will be available for pick up on November 28 from 3 pm to 4 pm
Our Advent & Christmas at Home Kits are ready for pick up or delivery
These kits are for families with young children and are designed for 1 per family. They include an advent calendar, ideas and instructions for activities, and 5 battery operated candles to be used in an home-made advent wreath (or to use in any other way!). The instructions for making the wreath are found on the church website. https://www.stjamesunitedregina.com/children-and-family-ministry.html Vienna and Dan Dietrich lead you step-by-step through making a pine cone advent wreath. The kit also includes the downloadable resource “Seeking Light” which is posted on the Family Ministry page.” Seeking Light” is a great resource for all ages created by the Pacific & Mountain Region of the United Church of Canada. This on-line resource can be shared with families and friends. Call the church if you would like a kit. We have several that still need homes.
Need a Call or Visit?
Laura and Diane are available for a chat. Call the church to make an appointment
306-543-2626. Prayer shawls are available for anyone who would like one. Let Laura or Diane know.
THE WIDER CHURCH/COMMUNITY
For the Love of Creation
This group of over 30 churches and faith-based organizations in Canada is hosting a Fall Forum every Monday evening from 7:30to 8:30pm. EST this November on Zoom. Join us to learn more about our collective work for climate justice, engage with guest speakers, and take action for climate justice together online. Simultaneous translation will be available.
Join us for one or more of the following sessions: Nov 16th: Grieving, Healing, and Connecting with Creation (English Only)
Nov 23rd: Creation Care: A Letter of the Faithful
Nov 30th: Climate Action Now!
To Register: http://bit.ly/flcforum2020 or if you have questions - Email flc.pac@gmail.com
Regina CGIT Calendars and Poinsettias This year the Regina CGIT is pleased to be once again offering the Canadian United Church Calendars for $5! In addition, we are also offering poinsettias through the “Growing Smiles” fundraising organization. All of the proceeds raised this year will be going towards our annual Adopt-a-Family efforts through the Salvation Army. Because of your incredible support we have been able to participate in this program for the past 30 years! Through the program we are given the opportunity to provide Christmas dinner and gifts to a family in need within Regina. This year, more than ever before, will be a challenging Christmas season for many families within Regina and your generous support makes it possible for us to make the burden a little lighter for one of those families.
We plan to have COVID-19 friendly pickup locations around the city (mainly Church parking lots). On your order form, please indicate which Church is most convenient for you to pick up at, and we will contact you with a day and time.
Below are the links for both the calendars and the poinsettias. Cash and cheques are accepted. In addition, we are now set up for e-transfers at regina.sk.cgit@gmail.com
The last day to order poinsettias is November 23, 2020.
Poinsettias: https://rcgit.growingsmilesfundraising.com/home
Canadian Church Calendars: https://forms.gle/dbrhP3dsNj6GtfFY7
Thank you for your support and have a very Blessed (and safe!) Christmas season. The Regina CGIT