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Brenda is looking at creating an area in the library for “Memories of Olivet.” For those that don’t know, when the congregation of Olivet United closed, we were lucky that many of them joined us at SJR. Brenda is looking for any memory that they would like to share and have in a section dedicated to…
We are looking for stories of what has kept you busy during the last few months. Take any trips? Try a new hobby? We’d love to hear from you! Please send your submissions to churchmouse@sjruc.ca by November 10.
Drop your children off at the door near the fenced playground at 10:20 a.m. on Sundays for childrens’ story time, worship, crafts, and play (indoor & outdoor). We will be using the downstairs Sunday School Room (formerly the Preschool). Masks and distancing required. Please pre-register your children here
We are making plans to return to worship in the Sanctuary for October 10th. We are basing our decision on the number of cases in our Region, vaccination rates, and the current re-opening plan of Ontario. Thank you to all who filled out the survey! This is your last week to voice your opinion through this…
UPDATE : We are currently working through some technical issues with the recording of the August 8th outdoor service. We will post the service as soon as these issues are resolved. Thank you for your patience!
The Executive of SJR is drafting a letter in support of those seeking healing in connection to residential schools. If you wish to make a donation to the Healing fund of the United Church please make your donation to SJR with a note in the memo line “Healing Fund of the UCC.” In mourning and…
PLEASE NOTE: In light of the current stay-at-home orders, the donation drop-off date has been currently put on hold until we see what the reopening plan allows us. It is hoped congregational members, during this time span, will be able to purchase cherished items required to support the women and children under the care of this…
*trigger warning* We searched for youYou supposed to come home.Instead, the robes came.They told us that you ran away.We told them that you would never run away.We told them that you were too young to run away.We told them that you were afraid of the dark.We begged them to find you.We begged them for mercy.We…
Our journey into lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 17. If you need ashes you can use fireplace ashes, or burn palms or palm crosses from previous years, or click on the link below to let us know you would like ashes delivered. You will find our Zoom Ash Wednesday service by going to the…
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