For May 5, 2024
In place of the ususal letter this week, we have a bulletin regarding the United Church's Mental Health Network. You will, unfortunately, have to rotate the pages yourself using the controls along the top of your computer screen.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BIBLE STUDY: Currently Bible Study is on sabbatical. Another 3 week study will commence on May 30th, 2024 at 7 PM via Zoom. Keep your eyes and ears open for further information regarding the study. For those of you who have participated in previous Bible studies, the Zoom link remains the same. If you are interested in joining please contact the church office for the Zoom link and study materials closer to the start date.
SUNDAY MAY 12 BBQ AT STONY: The Men’s club will be having a “Mother’s Day BBQ” after church on Sunday May 12. Please plan to stay for lunch! Burgers, Beans and more!!!
MAY 14,15: HELPERS WANTED FOR CLEAN-UP: The catering committee is having a deep clean, scrub and inventory of the commercial kitchen, pantry and sub-storage room on Tuesday May 14, and Wednesday May 15. Starting at 9 AM, any volunteers, help or company would be appreciated. A delicious hot lunch will be served to the team! Contact the Church Office. Thank you!
MAY 21 CONGREGATIONAL CARE MEETING: The Congregational Care Committee will meet on Tuesday, May 21 at 10:30 AM at the Church.
SUNDAY JUNE 9 PICNIC SERVICE AT DEVON: Devon United Church is hosting a picnic service at 10:00 AM on June 9, 2024, in Devon at the Lyons' park. Stony Plain and Mewassin United Churches are invited. There will be an informal service in Stony Plain on that day, for those who will not be at the picnic. More details will follow later.
FROM THE TOWN OF STONY PLAIN: We wanted to share some of the exciting upcoming events we have in recognition of Mental Health Week. The Canadian Mental Health Association reminds us of the power of compassion to make a real difference in our lives. Join us for these upcoming events, as we recognize the importance of compassion for ourselves, and the world around us. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available at Supports - Town of Stony Plain.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 8: 7 – 8:30 PM “Compassion Connects Poetry Reading” at Stony Plain Starbucks, 3011 43 Ave, Stony Plain, AB.
FRIDAY, MAY 10: 11:15 AM to 12:15 PM “Every Brilliant Thing", a special Mental Health Week performance at Memorial Composite High School, 50 Westerra Center, Stony Plain, AB.
THURSDAY MAY 23 & FRIDAY MAY 24: ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM at Spruce Grove Community and Social Development, 414 King Street, Spruce Grove, AB. Information/Registration: sprucegrove.org/CSDPrograms or call 780 962-7618.
REMINDERS
PASSING ON YOUR CONCERNS: If you know of anyone who would like a visit or needs a card, please call the Church Office (780 963-4745) or email
HAVE YOU PICKED UP YOUR CHURCH DIRECTORY? Our Church Directories are here. If you had your photo taken at one of the sessions last fall, or asked to use your photo from the previous directory, there is a booklet for you. Please see Fran for Mewassin Directories and Sue for Stony Plain ones.
CHALMERS –CASTLE DOWNS UNITED CHURCH: Sat. May 11: Bluegrass and Dessert, featuring Prairie Sky Band. 2 to 4 PM. Tickets $25 or 3 for $60, Children 12 and under, free. For tickets, call 780 455-3664 or get them at the door. 12315 – 132 Ave. NW, Edmonton, AB.
BRIDGE TO CARE OPEN HOUSE FRI. MAY 31: This non-profit Healthcare and Community Service group has recently moved its corporate office back to Stony Plain. You are invited for a blessing of their new space, a delicious meal, games, activities and fun on Fri. May 31 from 3 PM to 6 PM at 4902 50th Ave., Stony Plain. RSVP to Aysha Patterson at 780 591-1000 Ext 8 or
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Ukulele Group: Wednesdays, 6:15 PM
Choir: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM
Card Recreators: Thursdays, 10:00 AM
MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, May 12 | Stony Plain (SP): BBQ after church |
Tuesday, May 14 & Wednesday, May 15 | SP: Commercial Kitchen Clean-Up |
Tuesday, May 21 | 10:30 AM - Congregational Care meeting |
Sunday, June 9 | 10:00 AM - Picnic service at Devon United Church. Stony Plain and Mewassin churches are invited! |