"The People of God at Worship Work Witness In and Through Quispamsis United Church" - Annual Report 2011

This Week’s Scriptures:  Isaiah 40:21-31; Psalm 147:1-11, 20c; 1 Corinthians 9:16-23; Mark 1:29-39
Next Week’s Scriptures:  2 Kings 5:1-14; Psalm 30;1 Corinthians 9:24-27; Mark1:40-45.

Stewards responsible for checking the church:
This Week February 5 – Dannie Forret
Next Week:  February 12 – Ray Tonge

     
The Youth Group are invited to go to MERGE on Thursday evening (instead of the regular meeting).   This event takes place at Kennebecasis Baptist Church (across the street) from 7:15-9:30pm.  It’s an initiative to Merge together youth groups from around the Valley.  If interested, please meet here at the church at 7.  A sign-up sheet is on the Youth Bulletin Board.

The 2011 Tax Receipts are available in the Narthex.

Today, Sunday, Feb. 5   Copies of the 2011 Annual Report are available; or, you can request an email copy at quc@nb.aibn.com; or, view it on the church’s website www.quc.ca.

 FROM THE STEWARDS:
While the final year end figures are not yet completed, your excellent givings for the month of
December leaves our general operating account for 2011 with a
“SURPLUS” in the area of $1,000.00
Thank you for your continued support!!!!!!!!!!

A sign-up list for Scripture Readers is posted on the side bulletin board.

Bethay Young tells the story of her exchange trip to Bhutan. Click to enlarge image.

 I will be away from the office from Feb. 7 – 15, returning on Feb. 16.   Donna 
 

Saturday, Feb. 11 – Benefit Auction, Bake Sale, and Luncheon at Rothesay Baptist Church, 2-5pm for a little 2 ½ year old boy diagnosed with leukemia.  Hope to see you there.

PLEASE KEEP FURTHER INFORMED:  CHECK THE
BULLETIN BOARDS FOR DETAILS OF THESE and for OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS

*Tour to Scotland Information Night; Tuesday, Feb.7, 7pm at Westfield UC; brought by Freedom Tours and Two Rivers PC.
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*Mother Goose program of stories, games, crafts, snack, etc.  Mondays, 10-11:30am at Glenview UC; info at 696-3773.*

*Ecumenical Worship Service in honour of AST’s 40th Anniversary; Friday, Feb.10, 7:30pm at Cathedral of All Saints, Halifax.*

*Special message from Lt. Governor, the Honorable Graydon Nicholas on Sunday, Feb. 19 – Lord Baden- Powell Sunday at St. Mark’s UC; luncheon to follow;  contact 672-3320 to reserve and further info.*

*Gideon Pastor’s Breakfast; Thursday, Feb. 23, 8:30am at Howard Johnson Fort Howe Hotel; RSVP at 849-0652 or awfraser@nbnet.nb.ca*

*The ABC’s of Food Safety; Tuesday, Feb.28, 2:00pm and 6:30pm at Glen View UC; register at 696-3773.*

*SJ Presbytery Continuing education opportunity on the Gospel of Mark; Saturday, Mar. 17, 9am-noon at Centenary-Queen UC; register at 634-8288.*

*AST 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner; Friday, May 4, 6:30pm at Pier 21, Halifax; more info at 902-496-7943 or
 advancement@astheology.ns.ca *

*General Council Continuing Education Web Workshops*

HAS ANYONE SEEN THIS PERSON????????????

We are searching, searching, searching for this very special person. So far they have been very allusive. We fear they may be in hiding,

perhaps a little nervous themselves, perhaps thinking they have not much to offer, or have nothing special to give. Remember the story
of the littlest angel...well look how wrong he was! We are here to tell you that you have much to offer, and your time and talents will be much appreciated. There are a few requirements...being able to smile (even with your eyes), having very good ears to listen with (they do not need to be large), gentle hands to express your kindness, oh and of course laughter ( tiny tinkles, or rumbling belly ones...all kinds are welcome). We supply the rest...other little
creatures that are curious, sometimes shy, sometimes boisterous, quick to laugh and share their stories, and so very happy to create, imagine and enjoy!! We supply the practical things like lessons, and craft stuff. By now I am sure you have guessed we are looking for that wonderful person(s) the Sunday School Teacher. If you have seen them, coax them out, assure them of your support, and if YOU happen to be the one we are looking for then come join us...we need you! Thanks a bunch...please contact Mary Crowley 849-0627 or marycrowley@rogers.com.                                                              

OUTREACH- Clothesline for Labrador-   We’ll be placing our clotheslines along the side windows of the sanctuary from February 5 until March 11, and we hope all can contribute an article of clothing, to be hung up.
We would especially like to collect new warm socks/sport socks for all ages, long johns, new packaged underwear, warm sleepwear, and other gently-worn clothing articles. We are not able to take larger articles of clothing, due to shipping space and costs.
We will also have boxes at least at the side entrance of the Church, to receive heavier clothing such as sweaters, warm fleece wear etc. These boxes will be in place until Mar.25, and then Liz Flogeras will be collecting the clothing to ship it on to our northern neighbours. We will sponsor a Coffee Hour later in March, asking for money donations toward the cost of shipping.
Please help us support these communities!  THANK YOU!

FOUND in kitchen following the funeral on Wednesday: Timex watch; may be claimed in the office.

Looking Ahead:  Beyond this week

Next Sunday, Feb. 12 – Annual Congregational Meeting

February 14   CHAPLAINCY - If you can make meatballs or cake for chaplaincy please contact Karen Young
If you can buy the groceries for any of the chaplaincy meals please contact Karen.
Our next few dates are March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12.

February 15, 7:30pm  Adelaide Barbour UCW

February 21, 5-6:30pm  Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper 

SOCIAL  The Social Committee has planned a few activities for everyone to get together and share fellowship. Please sign up on the bulletin board so we know how many to expect.
Friday, March 16, 7pm   We will celebrate Saint Patrick's Day with one of our favorite events; plan to join us for a Coffee House in Macdonald Hall. 
 May 5  We would like to plan a Progressive Dinner for.  If you
 would be interested in hosting the appetizers, main meal or dessert
 please let Karen Young know (848-1018 or
 karendixie@hotmail.com ).  The people who are attending bring
 the food.

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