THURSDAY, SEPT 24 - WORSHIP COMMITTEE MEETING: The Worship Committee will meet in the Chapel at 1:30 PM.  This meeting will also be available on Zoom.

 

SATURDAY, SEPT 26 - MEWASSIN BOTTLE DRIVE: The Sunday School is having a bottle drive.  If anyone has any bottles to donate please contact the Stony Plain office for more information.

 

THURSDAY, OCT 1, 1:30 PM: Joint Worship Committee meeting date change from Sept 17 to Oct 1.  Meeting will be held in Church.

 

THURSDAY, OCT 1 - STONY PLAIN COUNCIL MEETING: The Council meeting will be held in the upper meeting room from 7:00 PM to 8:45 PM.

 

SUNDAY, OCT 11 - MEWASSIN FOOD DRIVE: Bring your Thanksgiving offerings of non-perishable items to Church.  All offerings will go to WEE FOOD BANK-(Wildwood -Entwistle-Evansburg) West Parkland County.

 

SUNDAY, OCT 18 - MEWASSIN CONGREGATIONAL BOARD MEETING: The Congregational Board Meeting will be held at 9:00 AM.  The Sunday service will begin 
after the meeting, followed by Coffee Sunday and viewing of the power-point presentation from our 100th Anniv.  There will be more pictures from that day as well.

 

WEDNESDAY, OCT 21 - MEWASSIN CHILI SUPPER AND DISCUSSION: There will be a sustainable discussion evening with a chili supper held in the Church at 6:00 PM.   A congregational email will be sent in regards to food contributions.

 

BROADVIEW MAGAZINE: October is the time to renew your subscription, or begin a new subscription.  The group rate is still $30 per year and you may pay with cash or a cheque made out to Stony Plain United Church with BROADVIEW on the memo line.  Sample copies of this award winning journal are on the table in the narthex.  The renewal list must be submitted to Broadview by Oct 21, 2026.  There will be someone in Church available on Sundays Oct 4, 11 and 18 to receive your money.  Changes of address or contact information must be submitted at the same time.

 

THE TOWN OF STONY PLAIN has announced the upcoming programs and events for the month of October.  Please see the bulletin board for more information including phone numbers and email addresses or go to the Town of Stony Plain website for more information.

 

REFERENDUM NEWS: The Northern Spirit Regional Council (NSRC) has taken a position: no to the first nine questions and for question 10, Option 1: in favour of staying in Canada, calling us to focus on the common good.  NSRC is not, and does not, speak for you or your community of faith, but it does have the responsibility to speak and act according to United Church policies, theologies, and understanding of scriptures.  No matter your perspective, please take the time to learn and engage respectfully in community.  And, please vote on October 19, 2026.

 

REMINDERS

 

FALL FOOD DRIVE: Leading up to Thanksgiving we will be collecting items for the Parkland Food Bank.  If you are able, please bring non-perishable food, hygiene products, baby food, pet food and toilet paper.  Items can be dropped off at the Stony Plain United Church.

 

WED. SEPT 30 10:00 AM – 12:00PM:  TRUTH & RECONCILIATION: Guests are invited to enjoy tea and Bannock, while gathering in the spirit of reconciliation and community.  The event takes place at Heritage Park, Stony Plain.

 

WED. SEPT 30, 6:30 PM:  HORIZON STAGE - NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION: Horizon Stage in Spruce Grove is hosting an evening of reflection and connection as we mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.  Through stories, reflections and open conversation, we will honour the lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples.  This is a time to listen, learn and explore how each of us can commit to the work of healing and reconciliation.  Tea, Bannock and light refreshments will be served.  This event is free, but you must reserve tickets.  For more information and to reserve tickets, see the following:

https://www.horizonstage.com/season-shows/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/

 

PASSING ON YOUR CONCERNS:  If you know of anyone who would like a visit or a card, please contact the Care Committee, Rev. Deborah or the Church Office (780 963-4745) or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

 

 

WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

 

Ukuleles & Choir Practices: Wednesdays at 6:15 PM for Ukuleles and 7 PM for Choir.

Card Recreators: Thursdays, 10 AM at SP.

 

MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS

 

Thursday, September 24	1:30 PM - Worship Committee meeting
Saturday, September 26	MEWASSIN Bottle Drive
Wednesday, September 30	10:00 AM - 12:00 - Heritage Park Truth & Reconciliation 6:30 PM - Horizon Stage - Truth & Reconciliation
Thursday, October 1	1:30 PM - Stony Plain Join Worship Committee meeting. 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM - Stony Plain Council meeting.
Sunday, October 11	Mewassin Food Drive pickup.
Sunday, October 18	9:00 AM - Mewassin Congregational Board meeting and Coffee Sunday.
Monday, October 19	PROVINCIAL REFERENDUM - PLEASE GO OUT AND VOTE!
Wednesday, October 21	6:00 PM - Mewassin sustainable discussion and chili supper in Church.