“Four Agreements”  by Don Miguel Ruiz – Sunday April 29th

For many, this is a life-changing book, whose ideas come from the ancient Toltec wisdom of the native people of Southern Mexico. The Toltec were ‘people of knowledge’ – scientists and artists who created a society to explore and conserve the traditional spiritual knowledge and practices of their ancestors.  The four agreements are:  be impeccable with your word, don’t take anything personally, don’t make assumptions, always do your best.  The book is available in the Book Nook. Norma Mosgrove will lead our discussion.

“Nobody Nowhere – the Extraordinary Autobiography of an Autistic” by Donna Williams – Sunday May 27th  

Disturbing, eloquent and ticklishly funny.  An account of a soul of someone who lived the word ‘autism’ and survived in unsympathetic environments despite intense inner chaos and incomprehension.  An international number one bestseller, with 15 weeks on the New York Times Bestseller List and published in 20 languages, this is a moving, gripping, surreal, myth-shattering, but ultimately uplifting book and one that will stay with you as one of the most moving and exceptional works you will ever read.  Life, ‘normality’ and ‘reality’ will not be the same after you read this book.  Available at KPL (2 copies).  

5:45 pm

“AMAZING GRACE” is based on a true story of the 2006 shooting of 10 girls in an Amish classroom in Pennsylvania by a lone gunman who then takes his own life.
What no one in the media or the public is prepared for is the reaction of the Amish who offer forgiveness to the offender’s family.  Is this a public relations move or faith acting in its finest hour?

Do they protect us from accidents?
Will we become angels?
Misconceptions about angels abound.

Bible Study

Wednesday evenings at 7 pm. begining, April 11, for eight weeks

This study will show you what the Bible really says about God’s angels and about fallen angels. Come and discover the wonderful ministry angels have in our lives.

Please sign up here so a book may be ordered for you.

Sunday, February 26^th from noon-2pm in the Parlour

Bring your lunch and join us after the worship service for an interesting and friendly discussion of our book selection ‘Always Looking Up:  The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist’ by Michael J. Fox – book available at KPL.

Tuesday, January 24, 2012
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

A presentation on bullying …..the bully, the bullied, the bystander

Bullying impacts children, youth and adults in schools, the workplace and family .

Discussion time will follow. Our presenter, Chris Moore from the Waterloo Regional Police Service, brings extensive experience working with youth and families in our community

This is a FREE event but we are asking that folks register either by calling church office (519-742-1002)
or sign up here

Tuesday, October 18, 2011 @ 7 p.m.

Guest speaker: Jane DeBlock, Public Health Nurse from the Sexual Health Department, Huron Perth Public Health Dept.

Working Undercover
A fun and interactive workshop focused on dispelling the myths, finding the truth, and dealing with challenges in relationships

Questions to Ponder:
What guides you in the choices that you make?
How do our attitudes affect the people we love?
How do we build positive strategies in our relationship with others?
How can we help our kids keep themselves safe?
How do we talk about sex?

Relationship Toolbox
A question period focused on keeping our young people safe and resilient.

Refreshments will be served.

A no-cost event brought to you by the Christian Education Committee of SJR.

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

7 p.m

in the Rainbow Room at SJR
A workshop on caring for those who care for others. 
Guest Speaker from KW Hospice.  Refreshments will be served. 
Sponsored by the Pastoral Care Committee SJR.

Beginning Wednesday, September 28th

an 8 week inductive Bible Study

Inductive Bible Studies have observation of scripture questions, interpretation of the scripture questions and application to our own lives of those scripture questions.   This study looks at readings in Mark, Luke and John.   

 Join us at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday nights beginning September 28th until November 16th when we’ll look at eight scripture readings in the Bible and get to know Jesus a little better.  

Watch for the sign up sheet (at church) the first week in September, or call the office at 519-742-1002.

Everyone welcome!

Tuesday, August 30

at the home of Jim & Teresa Carse

Potluck Supper   6:00 pm
Movie          6:45 discussion to follow

We’ll view the movie “outdoors” (on our screened-in deck), so please bring a lawn chair, along with your favourite potluck salad or picnic dish to share. A barbequed entrée and dessert will be provided.

Clareece “Precious” Jones is an overweight, illiterate African-American teen in Harlem. Just as she’s about to give birth to her second child, Jones is accepted into an alternative school where a teacher helps her find a new path in her life.

 Nominated for 6 and winner of 2 Academy Awards
Golden Globe Award, Best Supporting Actress
Winner, Toronto International Film Festival
Winner, 3 awards at Sundance Film Festival

Please sign up here to let us know you are coming.