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Sunday, 10 June 2007
Wednesday, 6 June 2007
Hymns For Sunday, June 10 - St. Mark's Anniversary
Make a Joyful Noise #820
Will you come and follow me #567
A Time for all Things - Choir
We shall go out #586
Psalm 146 # 868
Doxology: Take these gifts (printed)
After the Blessing - Go in Love - Choir
(Gospel Acclamation)
Will you come and follow me #567
A Time for all Things - Choir
We shall go out #586
Psalm 146 # 868
Doxology: Take these gifts (printed)
After the Blessing - Go in Love - Choir
(Gospel Acclamation)
Farwell Social for the Pelleys at St. Mark's, June 20th
St. Mark's will be hosting a "farewell social" for the Pelleys on Wednesday, June 20th at 7 p.m. in the hall. We have decided on a light lunch with cheese/cracker/fruit trays, a few sweets, and of course tea, coffee and juice and the opportunity to say "THANKS". If you are interested in contributing to the gift, please see Annabel Butts, Ruth Laskey, Gladys Knight, Sherrille MacKeigan or Brenda MacEachern, or place your contribution on the collection plate in an envelope marked "Gift for Pelley's". Since some of our congregation don't have email, please feel free to share this with anyone you think may be interested.
St. Mark's Anniversary Service, June 10
St. Mark's Anniversary Service will be held June 10th at 11:00 a.m. (There will be no communion.) St. David's congregation is invited to attend and remain to share the Pot Luck Dinner which will follow the service.
The Relay for Life
The Relay for Life was a great success on Friday, June 1. Missing from the photo were Jean and Anna Hart and Joanne and Renee Connors. Also missing were Connie and Ingram - those two never stopped walking all night!
Thank You to everyone who helped support the St. Mark’s Striders, we raised a total of $2,200.00.
Thank You to everyone who helped support the St. Mark’s Striders, we raised a total of $2,200.00.
The Editor
We wish the Pelleys a happy retirement as they move to their brand new home in Conquerall Bank on the LeHave River, which is a community very near Bridgewater. They will be missed. We know Melita will be busy with all of her crafty activities and I’m sure she will find things for Wilf to do as well! That’s what wives are for!
On the Blog scene, we welcome Yvonne Fox from St. David’s who has joined Cathy MacLean. (Susan Pierce has resigned.) Yvonne is posting the photos on our blog for St. David’s. She and Arnold MacLean have been photographing events at St. David’s for years now and are doing a great job. If you want to advertise your events or post photos of past events, give Cathy or Yvonne a call. Sadly times were never convenient to get bloggers from St. Mark’s up to speed. That will change very soon. If you have not seen the blog, I encourage you to do so. There are many more pictures of events in living colour.
We look forward to the coming of Rev. Sheldon LeGrow and his wife in September. We understand he is very musical. This talent should be a great asset and compliment the work of our wonderfully talented organist/choir director Al.
Have a safe and happy summer and don’t forget to take pictures! Keep checking the Blog for the latest news!
Camille Chapman
On the Blog scene, we welcome Yvonne Fox from St. David’s who has joined Cathy MacLean. (Susan Pierce has resigned.) Yvonne is posting the photos on our blog for St. David’s. She and Arnold MacLean have been photographing events at St. David’s for years now and are doing a great job. If you want to advertise your events or post photos of past events, give Cathy or Yvonne a call. Sadly times were never convenient to get bloggers from St. Mark’s up to speed. That will change very soon. If you have not seen the blog, I encourage you to do so. There are many more pictures of events in living colour.
We look forward to the coming of Rev. Sheldon LeGrow and his wife in September. We understand he is very musical. This talent should be a great asset and compliment the work of our wonderfully talented organist/choir director Al.
Have a safe and happy summer and don’t forget to take pictures! Keep checking the Blog for the latest news!
Camille Chapman
Our Minister’s Farewell Message
June 2007
Dear friends,
The church newsletter is written and circulated as a means of communicating with you the people affiliated with both St. Mark’s and St David’s churches. It serves as a vehicle to inform and you and others of what is happening within our faith communities. Friends and visitors to our churches may go onto the Internet at www.ourcontactonline.blogspot.com for a weekly update.
As I write on this occasion, I do so with mixed emotions because my time with you is drawing to a close after almost four years of ministry with you.
During this time I have shared with many in some of the most intimate moments of their life’s journey. These moments are identified as sacred moments when one becomes more aware that together we walk on holy ground. These special moments are during times of grief and sorrow through the loss of a loved one or some other equally tragic event that shatters the tranquility of life. Such moments are sometimes shared during personal crisis and in times of high anxiety, or during the joyous celebration of marriage or the birth of a new child. These are special times that are common to all that make up the whole of ministry together.
As I now prepare for retirement from the daily routine of ministry I look back over the years with gratitude and a sense of humility for being able to be part of people’s lives in a very special way. To the congregations of St. Mark’s and St. David’s, a special thanks for inviting me to minister among you. Thank you for the way you supported both Melita and myself as we went through some of the most difficult moments in our lives.
I only ask that you continue to develop the leadership that ministry demands. Someone this spring asked when confirmation classes will be starting, and my response was that they begin the first day you bring your child to Sunday School. Good leadership is important in all areas of ministry, especially with young people, otherwise great opportunities for faith development are lost.
Continue the good work and look for greater opportunities in the service of God’s kingdom. Jesus encouraged his followers to go on to accomplish greater things, because the Spirit will be with you to remind you of all that is required of you.
Melita and I will continue to be informed through your internet blog page, as we will always share an interest in your ongoing ministry. And again we thank you for welcoming us into your community, into your homes, and into your lives.
Best wished and God speed.
Rev. Wilf and Melita
Dear friends,
The church newsletter is written and circulated as a means of communicating with you the people affiliated with both St. Mark’s and St David’s churches. It serves as a vehicle to inform and you and others of what is happening within our faith communities. Friends and visitors to our churches may go onto the Internet at www.ourcontactonline.blogspot.com for a weekly update.
As I write on this occasion, I do so with mixed emotions because my time with you is drawing to a close after almost four years of ministry with you.
During this time I have shared with many in some of the most intimate moments of their life’s journey. These moments are identified as sacred moments when one becomes more aware that together we walk on holy ground. These special moments are during times of grief and sorrow through the loss of a loved one or some other equally tragic event that shatters the tranquility of life. Such moments are sometimes shared during personal crisis and in times of high anxiety, or during the joyous celebration of marriage or the birth of a new child. These are special times that are common to all that make up the whole of ministry together.
As I now prepare for retirement from the daily routine of ministry I look back over the years with gratitude and a sense of humility for being able to be part of people’s lives in a very special way. To the congregations of St. Mark’s and St. David’s, a special thanks for inviting me to minister among you. Thank you for the way you supported both Melita and myself as we went through some of the most difficult moments in our lives.
I only ask that you continue to develop the leadership that ministry demands. Someone this spring asked when confirmation classes will be starting, and my response was that they begin the first day you bring your child to Sunday School. Good leadership is important in all areas of ministry, especially with young people, otherwise great opportunities for faith development are lost.
Continue the good work and look for greater opportunities in the service of God’s kingdom. Jesus encouraged his followers to go on to accomplish greater things, because the Spirit will be with you to remind you of all that is required of you.
Melita and I will continue to be informed through your internet blog page, as we will always share an interest in your ongoing ministry. And again we thank you for welcoming us into your community, into your homes, and into your lives.
Best wished and God speed.
Rev. Wilf and Melita
Inverness County Welcomes Refugees Resettlement Project
As you are aware, Donald, Christiana and Israel arrived on October 2, 2006. Just two weeks later, Donalda was born at St. Martha’s. The Kalleys settled in to the apartment in Port Hood, and have now experienced their first Canadian winter. Heating costs were a concern for them, but now they have this winter behind them, they know what to expect of future winters.
In late October, the CBC sent a camera crew to Port Hood for an interview with the Kalleys and committee members. The segment aired later that week, showing the whole province that we had brought this refugee family to Canada and were helping them to get settled here.
Donald enrolled in Young Drivers driver training with the help of a special donation. He has since passed his tests and received his driver’s license. No doubt he is impatient to get his first set of wheels, but his priority is to get the training necessary to enter the workforce.
Hermina VanZutphen arranged for Bishop Lahey to meet the Kalleys on December 13th.Also that week Margie Beaton’s Global Geography Class from Dalbrae Academy came to the Kalley apartment and set up a Christmas Tree then hosted a party for them. The students have raised $500.00 and had gifts to present to Donald and Christiana. CBC Radio was there for a taping to air near Christmas.
Our Year End Committee Meeting was held December 13 in Port Hood. Rev. Paul MacGillivray, Social Action Co-ordinator for the Diocese of Antigonish, was our guest. He is an expert in the Refugee Resettlement process of Citizenship and Immigration Canada. He suggested that some of our members might be asked to talk to other groups who were considering sponsoring refugees, to describe our experience. After the meeting, a few members accompanied Father Paul to the Kalleys for tea, so that he could meet the family the Diocese had sponsored through their Sponsorship Agreement.
On January 4, several of Donald and Christiana’s friends, and several committee members celebrated Christiana’s birthday with a party at their apartment.
When the Kalleys first arrived and went through ‘the channels’ to be residents and future citizens of Canada, it appeared that they might be eligible for some social benefits from the government, especially for the children. These came through just before the year end and were sufficient to cover over half of their monthly budget. As a result, the drain on Committee funds has been less than expected and we have not had to do nearly as much fundraising as we thought might be needed (this is the Committee treasurer speaking).
Based on his experience in Sierra Leone, and what he had learned about the job market in Canada, Donald expressed an interest in marine geomatics training. Arrangements were made for him to visit the Lawrencetown Campus of the NSCC with John Gillies to check out the course there. His educational credentials were reviewed by the NSCC faculty and he has been accepted into the course. The Kalleys are now making preparations for Donald to enroll in the autumn. He has not had much luck at finding a job in Port Hood, so he is considering a trip ‘out West’ to earn some money to help with the cost of the year at the NSCC. Christiana has expressed an interest in taking nursing training, but this may have to wait until Donald is working and the children are older.
Dave Chapman
Treasurer,
Inverness County Welcomes Refugees Resettlement Committee
In late October, the CBC sent a camera crew to Port Hood for an interview with the Kalleys and committee members. The segment aired later that week, showing the whole province that we had brought this refugee family to Canada and were helping them to get settled here.
Donald enrolled in Young Drivers driver training with the help of a special donation. He has since passed his tests and received his driver’s license. No doubt he is impatient to get his first set of wheels, but his priority is to get the training necessary to enter the workforce.
Hermina VanZutphen arranged for Bishop Lahey to meet the Kalleys on December 13th.Also that week Margie Beaton’s Global Geography Class from Dalbrae Academy came to the Kalley apartment and set up a Christmas Tree then hosted a party for them. The students have raised $500.00 and had gifts to present to Donald and Christiana. CBC Radio was there for a taping to air near Christmas.
Our Year End Committee Meeting was held December 13 in Port Hood. Rev. Paul MacGillivray, Social Action Co-ordinator for the Diocese of Antigonish, was our guest. He is an expert in the Refugee Resettlement process of Citizenship and Immigration Canada. He suggested that some of our members might be asked to talk to other groups who were considering sponsoring refugees, to describe our experience. After the meeting, a few members accompanied Father Paul to the Kalleys for tea, so that he could meet the family the Diocese had sponsored through their Sponsorship Agreement.
On January 4, several of Donald and Christiana’s friends, and several committee members celebrated Christiana’s birthday with a party at their apartment.
When the Kalleys first arrived and went through ‘the channels’ to be residents and future citizens of Canada, it appeared that they might be eligible for some social benefits from the government, especially for the children. These came through just before the year end and were sufficient to cover over half of their monthly budget. As a result, the drain on Committee funds has been less than expected and we have not had to do nearly as much fundraising as we thought might be needed (this is the Committee treasurer speaking).
Based on his experience in Sierra Leone, and what he had learned about the job market in Canada, Donald expressed an interest in marine geomatics training. Arrangements were made for him to visit the Lawrencetown Campus of the NSCC with John Gillies to check out the course there. His educational credentials were reviewed by the NSCC faculty and he has been accepted into the course. The Kalleys are now making preparations for Donald to enroll in the autumn. He has not had much luck at finding a job in Port Hood, so he is considering a trip ‘out West’ to earn some money to help with the cost of the year at the NSCC. Christiana has expressed an interest in taking nursing training, but this may have to wait until Donald is working and the children are older.
Dave Chapman
Treasurer,
Inverness County Welcomes Refugees Resettlement Committee
The Port Hawkesbury Food Bank
The Port Hawkesbury Food Bank continues to support a large number of clients from the area. During the past few months we have been joined by several new volunteers. This always brings new ideas and new energy. In March, St. Mark’s Church joined the many other churches in the surrounding area and began Food Bank Sunday. The last Sunday in every month is designated for this purpose.
A list of suggested items needed at the Food Bank is posted in the hall at St. Mark’s and at the back of the Church at St. David’s. This outreach is appreciated. In January a request was received from the Marble Mountain Congregation to have someone from the Food Bank make a presentation on the work of the agency. This was done at at Sunday morning worship service and seemed to be well received. Thanks to everyone who supports the Food Bank.
Annabel Butts
For the Board of Directors and Volunteers
A list of suggested items needed at the Food Bank is posted in the hall at St. Mark’s and at the back of the Church at St. David’s. This outreach is appreciated. In January a request was received from the Marble Mountain Congregation to have someone from the Food Bank make a presentation on the work of the agency. This was done at at Sunday morning worship service and seemed to be well received. Thanks to everyone who supports the Food Bank.
Annabel Butts
For the Board of Directors and Volunteers
Inverness-Guysborough Presbytery
Inverness-Guysborough Presbytery meetings were held at Alexander Grant Memorial United Church, East Lake Ainslie in January, St. Mark’s United Church, Port Hawkesbury in March, and Wilson United Church, Margaree Centre in April.
There was no meeting in May as delegates were to attend the annual meeting of Maritime Conference in Sackville, New Brunswick. Barbara Blois, who is serving on the Margaree Pastoral Charge, will be commissioned as a lay preacher at this meeting of Conference.
The June meeting will be at St. Stephen’s United Church, Port Hood.
Delegates are asked to gather at the beach for an outdoor communion and then move to the church for dinner and to hear Laurie Stanley, our guest at this meeting. Also at this time, we will be saying good-bye to Rev. Wilf Pelley, who is retiring from active ministry; Rev. Leonard Oracheski, who has accepted a call to Stonewall United in Manitoba and Linda Stumpf who has completed three years of Interim Ministry on the St. John’s Pastoral Charge and will be returning to Saskachewan.
The Eastern Guysborough Pastoral Charge has again received funding from the Mission and Service Fund of the United Church of Canada to assist them to continue their breakfast programs at the Canso and Guysborough schools.
Three Pastoral Charges will be welcoming new ministers in the next months:
Rev. Roger Moore to St. John’s Pastoral Charge, beginning July 1, 2007
Rev. Heather Manuel to Eastern Guysborough Pastoral Charge, beginning July 1, 2007
Rev. Sheldon LeGrow to St. Mark’s/St. David’s Pastoral Charges, beginning September 1, 2007.
Maxine Smith
Secretary
There was no meeting in May as delegates were to attend the annual meeting of Maritime Conference in Sackville, New Brunswick. Barbara Blois, who is serving on the Margaree Pastoral Charge, will be commissioned as a lay preacher at this meeting of Conference.
The June meeting will be at St. Stephen’s United Church, Port Hood.
Delegates are asked to gather at the beach for an outdoor communion and then move to the church for dinner and to hear Laurie Stanley, our guest at this meeting. Also at this time, we will be saying good-bye to Rev. Wilf Pelley, who is retiring from active ministry; Rev. Leonard Oracheski, who has accepted a call to Stonewall United in Manitoba and Linda Stumpf who has completed three years of Interim Ministry on the St. John’s Pastoral Charge and will be returning to Saskachewan.
The Eastern Guysborough Pastoral Charge has again received funding from the Mission and Service Fund of the United Church of Canada to assist them to continue their breakfast programs at the Canso and Guysborough schools.
Three Pastoral Charges will be welcoming new ministers in the next months:
Rev. Roger Moore to St. John’s Pastoral Charge, beginning July 1, 2007
Rev. Heather Manuel to Eastern Guysborough Pastoral Charge, beginning July 1, 2007
Rev. Sheldon LeGrow to St. Mark’s/St. David’s Pastoral Charges, beginning September 1, 2007.
Maxine Smith
Secretary
Decorating St. David’s for Christmas
Saturday, December 2nd at 10 a.m. St. David’s had a get-together to decorate the Church and hall for Advent and Christmas. Pointsettias and other flowers were welcome donations. Robert Fox drove to Port Hood and collected the Kalley family to join in the festivities at St. David’s on their first Christmas in their new home of Canada. They joined right in and helped with the decorating. A delicious lunch was served after all the work was completed.
In Memoriam
ST. DAVID’S
Ann Catherine Downard
June 3, 1948 - January 16, 2007
ST. MARK’S
Duncan Hugh Smith
February 14, 1946 - December 25, 2006
Donald Rhodes Mac Quarrie
September 3, 1925 - January 31, 2007
Robert Henry Williams
April 26, 1930 - February 8, 2007
Gregory David MacRae
April 16, 1972 - March 7, 2007
Olive Grace Meadus
December 4, 1914 - January 10, 2007
Jean Baillieul
May 6, 1924 - May 24, 2007
Ann Catherine Downard
June 3, 1948 - January 16, 2007
ST. MARK’S
Duncan Hugh Smith
February 14, 1946 - December 25, 2006
Donald Rhodes Mac Quarrie
September 3, 1925 - January 31, 2007
Robert Henry Williams
April 26, 1930 - February 8, 2007
Gregory David MacRae
April 16, 1972 - March 7, 2007
Olive Grace Meadus
December 4, 1914 - January 10, 2007
Jean Baillieul
May 6, 1924 - May 24, 2007
St. Mark’s Congregational Board
At the beginning of the year when I agreed to chair the Congregational Board of St. Marks. I felt that it would require more time than I could give. Such is not the case. With very capable committee chairpersons, everything runs quite smoothly. However, we must remember that a commitment to serve on the Church Board means that we must all do our part in carrying out the work that has to be completed by each committee. Thanks to all who share this work.
The reports of the Congregational Board committees and their activities can be found in this issue.
During the past three plus years we have enjoyed the Ministry and presense of Rev. Wilf and Melita in our congregations. On June 24, Rev. Wilf will preach his last worship service at St. Mark’s and St. David’s, completing his Ministery with us. On June 20 at 7 p.m. there will be a social hour at which time all are invited to drop by St. Marks Hall to wish Wilf and Milettia well in their retirement and the move into their new home.
Have a safe and enjoyable summer.
Annabel Butts
The reports of the Congregational Board committees and their activities can be found in this issue.
During the past three plus years we have enjoyed the Ministry and presense of Rev. Wilf and Melita in our congregations. On June 24, Rev. Wilf will preach his last worship service at St. Mark’s and St. David’s, completing his Ministery with us. On June 20 at 7 p.m. there will be a social hour at which time all are invited to drop by St. Marks Hall to wish Wilf and Milettia well in their retirement and the move into their new home.
Have a safe and enjoyable summer.
Annabel Butts
St. Mark’s Worship and Pastoral Care Committee
Since our last report, one marriage was approved by the Committee.
The Inverness-Guysborough Archives Committee reviewed the church records on March 17, 2007 and all records were found to be in order.
The 2007 Worship & Pastoral Care committee was organized in February.
Chairperson: Archie Noseworthy
Secretary: Marie Horton
Communion: June Oliver & Sherrille MacKeigan
Greeters & Collectors: Hazel Fry
Readers: Julia MacQuarrie
Membership: Marie Horton & June Oliver
Ways & Means: Malcolm Matheson & Mary MacIver
Manse: Malcolm Matheson
The last Sunday of each month will be Food Bank Sunday. Items can be placed in the box that is located in the Narthex.
Communion was served on February 25th, Easter Sunday, and Confirmation Sunday, May 25th.
Good Friday service was held at St. Mark’s at 11:00 a.m.
On April 22, Organist, Al Fougere and the choir conducted the service during Reverend Pelley’s absence and beautiful music was enjoyed by all.
The Baptism of infant Hannah Isabel Karen Boudreau took place on April 29th.
Two youths, Brent Morrison and Alan MacKeigan were confirmed on Sunday, May 25th.
Lorna MacRury conducted the service on June 3rd while the minister was away attending Maritime Conference.
June 10th, Anniversary Sunday, will be a combined service at 11:00 a.m. with St. David’s invited to join St. Mark’s. A pot luck meal will follow in the hall.
Our committee is currently meeting with St. David’s to search for a supply minister to cover the month of July, August and until the new minister arrives in September. The summer schedule will be posted in the bulletin.
We wish to express our appreciation to Reverend Pelley for his leadership and assistance during the past few years and extend to him and Melita our best wishes for a happy retirement and best of luck in all future endeavors.
Have a safe summer.
Archie Noseworthy
The Inverness-Guysborough Archives Committee reviewed the church records on March 17, 2007 and all records were found to be in order.
The 2007 Worship & Pastoral Care committee was organized in February.
Chairperson: Archie Noseworthy
Secretary: Marie Horton
Communion: June Oliver & Sherrille MacKeigan
Greeters & Collectors: Hazel Fry
Readers: Julia MacQuarrie
Membership: Marie Horton & June Oliver
Ways & Means: Malcolm Matheson & Mary MacIver
Manse: Malcolm Matheson
The last Sunday of each month will be Food Bank Sunday. Items can be placed in the box that is located in the Narthex.
Communion was served on February 25th, Easter Sunday, and Confirmation Sunday, May 25th.
Good Friday service was held at St. Mark’s at 11:00 a.m.
On April 22, Organist, Al Fougere and the choir conducted the service during Reverend Pelley’s absence and beautiful music was enjoyed by all.
The Baptism of infant Hannah Isabel Karen Boudreau took place on April 29th.
Two youths, Brent Morrison and Alan MacKeigan were confirmed on Sunday, May 25th.
Lorna MacRury conducted the service on June 3rd while the minister was away attending Maritime Conference.
June 10th, Anniversary Sunday, will be a combined service at 11:00 a.m. with St. David’s invited to join St. Mark’s. A pot luck meal will follow in the hall.
Our committee is currently meeting with St. David’s to search for a supply minister to cover the month of July, August and until the new minister arrives in September. The summer schedule will be posted in the bulletin.
We wish to express our appreciation to Reverend Pelley for his leadership and assistance during the past few years and extend to him and Melita our best wishes for a happy retirement and best of luck in all future endeavors.
Have a safe summer.
Archie Noseworthy
St. Mark’s Trustees and Finance Committee
It was noted that the balusters on the stairways and landings were spaced on eigh-inch centers (more or less), which could be dangerous and may not conform to more recent codes. After some enquiries, a source of material was located and intermediate balusters were installed by volunteers at minimal cost. Thanks to those who did this for us.
We have received almost $4000.00 from three insurance policies donated by Danford Smith several years ago. This was topped up to $4000 and used to pay down the mortgage by this amount. As of December 31, the balance owing on the manse mortgage is $63,376.48.
High-speed internet has been installed in the Church office, and the e-mail address has changed accordingly.
At the end of April, the general fund was in the red by $1271.61. The Buffet Dinner organized by the Ways and Means committee, was a resounding success again this year, and these proceeds should get us out of the red by the end of May.
There are loop transmitters for the sound system which broadcast a radio frequency signal that can be picked up by telecoils in most modern hearing aids. This would make it possible for people with hearing aids to hear the sound system directly without background noise. Terry found out that group of retired telephone employees are installing loop transmitters for the audio in public buildings on a volunteer basis. It would cost about $300 - $500. Terry has contacted them to install one in St. Mark’s as soon as they can, probably September.
Summer maintenance work for this year will be discussed at the June meeting.
Dave Chapman
We have received almost $4000.00 from three insurance policies donated by Danford Smith several years ago. This was topped up to $4000 and used to pay down the mortgage by this amount. As of December 31, the balance owing on the manse mortgage is $63,376.48.
High-speed internet has been installed in the Church office, and the e-mail address has changed accordingly.
At the end of April, the general fund was in the red by $1271.61. The Buffet Dinner organized by the Ways and Means committee, was a resounding success again this year, and these proceeds should get us out of the red by the end of May.
There are loop transmitters for the sound system which broadcast a radio frequency signal that can be picked up by telecoils in most modern hearing aids. This would make it possible for people with hearing aids to hear the sound system directly without background noise. Terry found out that group of retired telephone employees are installing loop transmitters for the audio in public buildings on a volunteer basis. It would cost about $300 - $500. Terry has contacted them to install one in St. Mark’s as soon as they can, probably September.
Summer maintenance work for this year will be discussed at the June meeting.
Dave Chapman
St. David’s U.C.W.
St. David’s U.C.W. organized our annual Christmas Dinner project in December. We are very grateful for the tremendous response from members of the congregation who helped by donating groceries as well as gifts for the children. Fifteen boxes were filled and delivered to families in our area.
Christmas gifts were delivered to seniors and shut ins of our congregation to let them know that they weren’t forgotten. Evergreen wreaths were purchased to help decorate the church for Christmas.
We held our Pancake Supper on Shrove Tuesday with the proceeds going to the Mission and Service Fund and organized the food for the Easter Sunrise Breakfast on April 8th.
We nominated Heather Graham for a volunteer recognition award from the Municipality of Inverness County in April.
Our May 9th monthly meeting was held at the manse. Melita was presented with a farewell gift. We will miss Melita’s energy and enthusiastic participation in our group.
Small gifts of appreciation were given to the Sunday School teachers and the Sunday School treasurer during their closing presentations on May 27th.
Our group hosted the May birthday party at the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home on May 29th. Three residents were presented with gifts and we all enjoyed birthday cake and the lively music of Heather Richards.
We wish the Pelleys much happiness in their new home.
Have a safe and happy summer, everyone.
Julia MacKinnon
Secretary
Christmas gifts were delivered to seniors and shut ins of our congregation to let them know that they weren’t forgotten. Evergreen wreaths were purchased to help decorate the church for Christmas.
We held our Pancake Supper on Shrove Tuesday with the proceeds going to the Mission and Service Fund and organized the food for the Easter Sunrise Breakfast on April 8th.
We nominated Heather Graham for a volunteer recognition award from the Municipality of Inverness County in April.
Our May 9th monthly meeting was held at the manse. Melita was presented with a farewell gift. We will miss Melita’s energy and enthusiastic participation in our group.
Small gifts of appreciation were given to the Sunday School teachers and the Sunday School treasurer during their closing presentations on May 27th.
Our group hosted the May birthday party at the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home on May 29th. Three residents were presented with gifts and we all enjoyed birthday cake and the lively music of Heather Richards.
We wish the Pelleys much happiness in their new home.
Have a safe and happy summer, everyone.
Julia MacKinnon
Secretary
St. David’s Session
St. David’s Session met regularly over the past four months. We were very disappointed to learn the Rev. and Mrs. Pelley retiring.
No one was confirmed, no children were baptized, and there were no weddings at St. David’s this past year.
The membership roll is now being updated by a committee and who will report back to our Session at the next scheduled meeting.
St. David’s session is very thankful to the member who agreed to make a Lenten Tried stand.
Communion was held three time so far in 2007.
June 24, 2007 a pot luck dinner will be held following Church to say good-bye to the Pelleys.
Ian MacKinnon
No one was confirmed, no children were baptized, and there were no weddings at St. David’s this past year.
The membership roll is now being updated by a committee and who will report back to our Session at the next scheduled meeting.
St. David’s session is very thankful to the member who agreed to make a Lenten Tried stand.
Communion was held three time so far in 2007.
June 24, 2007 a pot luck dinner will be held following Church to say good-bye to the Pelleys.
Ian MacKinnon
St. David’s Board of Stewards
A very successful Yard and Bake Sale was held on Saturday, June 2nd by the Board of Stewards. $900.00 was realized. As the organization in the congregation responsible for fund raising, the Board of Stewards really appreciate the contributions made by members of the congregation.
Other duties of the 12 member Board are: to vacuum, open and close the church, turn the heat on and off, post the hymn numbers and collect, count and deposit the offering as well as clearing and salting the steps in winter.
Hazel MacLean
Other duties of the 12 member Board are: to vacuum, open and close the church, turn the heat on and off, post the hymn numbers and collect, count and deposit the offering as well as clearing and salting the steps in winter.
Hazel MacLean
St. David's Greeters for 2007
June.................Timmons Family
July..................Catherine MacLean
September......Heather Deschenes
October...........Sally & George Fox
November......Beryl & Donnie MacLeod
July..................Catherine MacLean
September......Heather Deschenes
October...........Sally & George Fox
November......Beryl & Donnie MacLeod
St. Mark’s Mission & Outreach
The Mission Moments are read regularly at St. Mark’s highlighting the various ways that our M & S dollars are put to good use in the local, national and international arenas.
The movie, An Inconvenient Truth, was shown at the NSCC Strait Area Campus to approximately 35 people, in cooperation with Ecology Action Centre of Halifax. Linda Scheurzinger, Chair of Inverness-Guysborough Presbytery Mission and Outreach, introduced the film and led the discussion that followed. Thanks to Rilla McLean for all her efforts in making this successful event happen. It is hoped to have a follow-up meeting of interested parties in the fall, to discuss how we could make some ecological change in this community.
The next event we are looking forward to is Anniversary Weekend-- the Dessert Tea and Quilt Show on June 8, at 7 p.m. This will be held in conjunction with the TeaTyme Quilters who meet weekly at St. Mark’s. A free will offering will be received at the door and all are welcome. The few men who were out last year thoroughly enjoyed the quilts, the tea, the desserts and especially the conversation!
Looking ahead, mark your calendar for Christmas shopping at the Ten Thousand Villages Craft Show and Sale on October 27, 2007.
To the end of April, $5000 of our commitment has been submitted to the national church. Remember to mark your donations to Mission and Service on your church envelope, as you must indicate what portion of your givings you wish to go to that account.
Lana MacLean
The Mulba Bryant Story
The Mulba Bryant story shows that small acts of generosity can be life-changing for the recipient. There is no doubt that the money Mulba was given from Port Hawkesbury is what got him back on his feet! Following are excerpts from a letter sent to Bentley Chapman at Christmas in 2006.
Highlight of Ten Year Experience 1996-2006
Dear Ben,
Today is my son's birthday. He is exactly 30 years old today. Beside, it has been about ten and half years since you, your parents and the many good friends in your community facilitated my transport from Abidjan to Koyamah, republic of Guinea. Ben, my time in Abidjan are days and months that I will never forget you and your family. This is the time, I think, our friendship should be firm for the mutual benefit of us all.
1. Koyama Guinea
While in Koyama, I was engaged in gardening and fishing for sustainability. My wife was engaged in baking corn bread. These three activities served as the main sources of income for us during the first three months when I joined my family in 1996.
You may recall that I bought some seeds with portion of the money you gave me. Ben, I have not grown RADDISH before, but I managed to grow some in Koyama. I had only one buyer, Mr. Hegroe, a white man who worked with one of the NGOs in Koyama. It was he who made it possible for me to call you in Masanta.
2. Masanta Guinea
Before the end of 1996, I was fortunate to get a teaching job with IRC in Masanta where I taught english for about three months. While in Masanta, my family could not maintain the garden but rather went in to harvest.
3. Back to Koyama Again
By January 1997, I was transferred to Koyama to teach at the high school. I taught English, math and economics.
4. Zorzor, Liberia
By September 1997, when, things were relatively calm in Liberia and the school year had come to a close, my family and I moved back to Liberia in our district headquarter, Zorzor. When we arrived, the roof of my house that I built between 1979 - 1982 was all gone - the rebels had broken it down and sold the zinc in Guinea.
I spent about three weeks in Zorzor and later moved to Monrovia in search of a job.
5. Monrovia, Liberia
When I came to Monrovia, I visited my former office (National Investment Commission (NIC)) and was immediately reinstated as a Project Director. While in this position, I built a small house (blue and white house in the picture). I also got promoted from Project Director to Senior Economist. Ben, when I got through with the house in 1999, I sent for my family. Today we all are living together on 2.5 lots in Monrovia.
6. Cuttington University, Liberia
Early 2000, I left NIC and joined Cuttington as a lecturer. By 2001, I was promoted as Assistant Prof. of Economics and Management. In 2002, I won the professor of the year award and also chaired several committees at the University. I also served as acting dean of the business college for six months. By 2004, I was promoted to the position of Administrator for one year.
7. Monrovia, Liberia
Early 2006, my wife got sick and has not recovered up to now. Because of her illness I requested a transfer to Monrovia. This request has not been granted and I am presently in Monrovia with my sick wife and without a job again.
Though I am not gainfully employed at the moment, I am however participating in a comprehensive food security and nutrition survey currently going on in Monrovia. The survey will last for only one month - December. In other words, I am again on the job market. I am however hopeful that after the coming holidays, God's willing, I will find a good job. I am now in computer school at the age of 58 - what a gap!!
My son has finished college and is working with one of the commercial banks in Monrovia. My daughter, who is now 32 is engaged in small business operations. We are all doing fine. The three small boys in the picture are my grandchildren. The oldest of the three and the youngest are my daughter's, while the younger/older is the son of my son.
My daughter is the girl next to my wife in the same picture with the three grandsons. The last big girl is my son's girlfriend. The other elderly boy is my daughter's boyfriend.
The other picture which was taken by a small table-market carries my son in a white t-shirt. He and his friends have just come from the beach. Some of the people in the pictures live with us and others don't.
Again, I want to say thank you very much Ben and hope to hear from you soon.
Merry Merry X-mas and a Happy New Year, 2007!!!
Many greetings to the children, your wife and all the friendly people of Canada. Bye for now. Bye Bye
Greetings,
Mulba
Highlight of Ten Year Experience 1996-2006
Dear Ben,
Today is my son's birthday. He is exactly 30 years old today. Beside, it has been about ten and half years since you, your parents and the many good friends in your community facilitated my transport from Abidjan to Koyamah, republic of Guinea. Ben, my time in Abidjan are days and months that I will never forget you and your family. This is the time, I think, our friendship should be firm for the mutual benefit of us all.
1. Koyama Guinea
While in Koyama, I was engaged in gardening and fishing for sustainability. My wife was engaged in baking corn bread. These three activities served as the main sources of income for us during the first three months when I joined my family in 1996.
You may recall that I bought some seeds with portion of the money you gave me. Ben, I have not grown RADDISH before, but I managed to grow some in Koyama. I had only one buyer, Mr. Hegroe, a white man who worked with one of the NGOs in Koyama. It was he who made it possible for me to call you in Masanta.
2. Masanta Guinea
Before the end of 1996, I was fortunate to get a teaching job with IRC in Masanta where I taught english for about three months. While in Masanta, my family could not maintain the garden but rather went in to harvest.
3. Back to Koyama Again
By January 1997, I was transferred to Koyama to teach at the high school. I taught English, math and economics.
4. Zorzor, Liberia
By September 1997, when, things were relatively calm in Liberia and the school year had come to a close, my family and I moved back to Liberia in our district headquarter, Zorzor. When we arrived, the roof of my house that I built between 1979 - 1982 was all gone - the rebels had broken it down and sold the zinc in Guinea.
I spent about three weeks in Zorzor and later moved to Monrovia in search of a job.
5. Monrovia, Liberia
When I came to Monrovia, I visited my former office (National Investment Commission (NIC)) and was immediately reinstated as a Project Director. While in this position, I built a small house (blue and white house in the picture). I also got promoted from Project Director to Senior Economist. Ben, when I got through with the house in 1999, I sent for my family. Today we all are living together on 2.5 lots in Monrovia.
6. Cuttington University, Liberia
Early 2000, I left NIC and joined Cuttington as a lecturer. By 2001, I was promoted as Assistant Prof. of Economics and Management. In 2002, I won the professor of the year award and also chaired several committees at the University. I also served as acting dean of the business college for six months. By 2004, I was promoted to the position of Administrator for one year.
7. Monrovia, Liberia
Early 2006, my wife got sick and has not recovered up to now. Because of her illness I requested a transfer to Monrovia. This request has not been granted and I am presently in Monrovia with my sick wife and without a job again.
Though I am not gainfully employed at the moment, I am however participating in a comprehensive food security and nutrition survey currently going on in Monrovia. The survey will last for only one month - December. In other words, I am again on the job market. I am however hopeful that after the coming holidays, God's willing, I will find a good job. I am now in computer school at the age of 58 - what a gap!!
My son has finished college and is working with one of the commercial banks in Monrovia. My daughter, who is now 32 is engaged in small business operations. We are all doing fine. The three small boys in the picture are my grandchildren. The oldest of the three and the youngest are my daughter's, while the younger/older is the son of my son.
My daughter is the girl next to my wife in the same picture with the three grandsons. The last big girl is my son's girlfriend. The other elderly boy is my daughter's boyfriend.
The other picture which was taken by a small table-market carries my son in a white t-shirt. He and his friends have just come from the beach. Some of the people in the pictures live with us and others don't.
Again, I want to say thank you very much Ben and hope to hear from you soon.
Merry Merry X-mas and a Happy New Year, 2007!!!
Many greetings to the children, your wife and all the friendly people of Canada. Bye for now. Bye Bye
Greetings,
Mulba
St. Mark’s U.C.W. Bazaar
Although we are small in numbers, we had a busy year.
Along with the Helping Hands Group, our first event was the annual Christmas Bazaar which was held at the end of November. It was a great success clearing a total of $2170.00. A special thank you goes out to each and every one who baked, bought, worked, served, knitted, sewed, and donated their time in many ways.
Our donations this year were to Brunswick Street Mission, Seasonal Services, the Port Hawkesbuy Food Bank, Leeside, our Foster Child, and Thirty-Hour Famine. We gave $1,000 to the General Fund. We also paid half of the cost of replacing the food warmers and gave $50.00 to the Emma Barss, the Youth delegate to attend Conference.
We served lunches after four funerals and catered to Presbytery in March.
June Oliver
Along with the Helping Hands Group, our first event was the annual Christmas Bazaar which was held at the end of November. It was a great success clearing a total of $2170.00. A special thank you goes out to each and every one who baked, bought, worked, served, knitted, sewed, and donated their time in many ways.
Our donations this year were to Brunswick Street Mission, Seasonal Services, the Port Hawkesbuy Food Bank, Leeside, our Foster Child, and Thirty-Hour Famine. We gave $1,000 to the General Fund. We also paid half of the cost of replacing the food warmers and gave $50.00 to the Emma Barss, the Youth delegate to attend Conference.
We served lunches after four funerals and catered to Presbytery in March.
June Oliver
St. Mark’s Helping Hands Group
The Helping Hands bought a lovely Birthday Cake for Rev. Pelley’s 65th Birthday. Everyone enjoyed a piece of cake after church on March 18th, as they wished Rev. Pelley many more Happy Birthdays.
A very successful Yard sale was held April 28th. Many helped by bringing in lots of their treasures and others helped when they bought them!
This Spring we were able to have a Bake Sale that raised over $400.00. With the Yard Sale and the Bake Sale a grand total of $1053.00 was raised. Thanks to all who helped in many ways.
This Anniversary, the Helping Hands will be giving $1200.00 to the General Fund.
Barb MacIntyre
A very successful Yard sale was held April 28th. Many helped by bringing in lots of their treasures and others helped when they bought them!
This Spring we were able to have a Bake Sale that raised over $400.00. With the Yard Sale and the Bake Sale a grand total of $1053.00 was raised. Thanks to all who helped in many ways.
This Anniversary, the Helping Hands will be giving $1200.00 to the General Fund.
Barb MacIntyre
St. Mark’s Men’s Group
Again in 2006, we made our customary donation to the Seasonal Services Project. Early in the new year we decided to buy a new computer for the Church Secretary as the old one was quite slow and rather flakey. The purchase did not include a new monitor as Gladys donated hers when she upgraded her personal computer. The Men’s Group also contributed $50 for spending money to our delegate to Youth Forum.
Our seventh annual Buffet Dinner was held on February 2. While not quite as well attended as last year’s, there were still few conflicting events, but it was generally very successful. It netted about $880 this year. Thanks to members and non-members alike for their contributions of casseroles and desserts. Both matched quite well with the number of people who came, and the new heat lights kept the hot casseroles hotter. Some people noted that the red light from the heat lamps makes some of the dishes difficult to identify so we replaced the red lamps with white heat lamps.
Again in 2006, we collected $50 from each member to cover the cost of the food for our breakfasts. By the end of the year, we had $571 left over in that account. It was considered to be a donation of $33.59 by each member and receipts were issued for that amount. This balance will be used for the benefit of the Church.
Dave Chapman
Secretary
Our seventh annual Buffet Dinner was held on February 2. While not quite as well attended as last year’s, there were still few conflicting events, but it was generally very successful. It netted about $880 this year. Thanks to members and non-members alike for their contributions of casseroles and desserts. Both matched quite well with the number of people who came, and the new heat lights kept the hot casseroles hotter. Some people noted that the red light from the heat lamps makes some of the dishes difficult to identify so we replaced the red lamps with white heat lamps.
Again in 2006, we collected $50 from each member to cover the cost of the food for our breakfasts. By the end of the year, we had $571 left over in that account. It was considered to be a donation of $33.59 by each member and receipts were issued for that amount. This balance will be used for the benefit of the Church.
Dave Chapman
Secretary
St. Mark’s Ways & Means Committee
Our first fundraiser for the year was on Friday, May 11th when we held a hot and cold Buffet Supper in the church hall. Folks could either eat in or take our. All the delicious food was donated and this event brought in $1,235.00. Thank you everyone who helped out in any way and thanks for replacing the pink heating bulbs with clear ones - no more pink food!
The Pringle Cans are again available in the Narthex of the church. Please take one and donate your spare change as a summer fundraiser for the General Fund. They can be returned on or before October 6th. Don’t forget to put your envelope number on the can so you may get receipted for your donation.
Members of the Ways and Means Committee for 2007 are: Anne Louise Blundon, Barb MacIntyre, Mary MacIver, Ruth MacRae, Malcolm Matheson, Marlene Morrison, Terry Morrison and Andy Palmer.
Ruth MacRae
The Pringle Cans are again available in the Narthex of the church. Please take one and donate your spare change as a summer fundraiser for the General Fund. They can be returned on or before October 6th. Don’t forget to put your envelope number on the can so you may get receipted for your donation.
Members of the Ways and Means Committee for 2007 are: Anne Louise Blundon, Barb MacIntyre, Mary MacIver, Ruth MacRae, Malcolm Matheson, Marlene Morrison, Terry Morrison and Andy Palmer.
Ruth MacRae
St. David's Sunday School
Sunday School members at St. David’s continue to play an active role in the life of our congregation. They helped with the annual decorating of the church for Christmas which took place on Saturday, December 2nd. With the help of some of the older students, they conducted a meaningful White Gift Service on December 10th.
The Sunday School members participated in the Palm Sunday and Easter morning services. On Christian Family Sunday, they handed out flowers and a small gift to the women in the congregation and will be giving gifts to the men on Father’s Day.
During the Sunday School closing presentations, the children gave gifts of appreciation to our organist, Al Fougere, our treasurer, Sally Fox, Rev. Pelley, Julia MacKinnon, Church secretary, Jane MacKinnon and teacher, Paige Walker.
As Sunday School Superintendent, I want to give special thanks to Katie Downard, our Sunday School helper and thank everyone for their continued support.
Lisa Rhynold
Superintendent
St. David’s Sunday School
The Sunday School members participated in the Palm Sunday and Easter morning services. On Christian Family Sunday, they handed out flowers and a small gift to the women in the congregation and will be giving gifts to the men on Father’s Day.
During the Sunday School closing presentations, the children gave gifts of appreciation to our organist, Al Fougere, our treasurer, Sally Fox, Rev. Pelley, Julia MacKinnon, Church secretary, Jane MacKinnon and teacher, Paige Walker.
As Sunday School Superintendent, I want to give special thanks to Katie Downard, our Sunday School helper and thank everyone for their continued support.
Lisa Rhynold
Superintendent
St. David’s Sunday School
St. Mark’s Christian Education Committee
Christian Education has six members, all currently sharing the role of co-chair. Elaine Noseworthy has retired from our committee and we’d like at this time to thank her again for her four years of service and support.
The evening Youth service of December 3rd called “The Hanging of the Greens” was not a traditional service. Al and the choir participated, with the Youth welcoming the children to bring their handmade decorated ornaments up to hang on the tree, and any member of the congregation was welcome to do so as well. The collection from this well attended event and a donation from Christian Education’s Special Services fund was donated to our refugee family, the Kalleys. On December 10th the children paraded in to the church during the White Gift service with donations for the Food Bank wrapped in white. No pageant was held this year due to the low number of students. The Cosmic Walk on March 25th was a great success. The Lenten readings by the teachers and the candle extinctions by the children were very well done. The Sunday School closing service will be May 27th. Along with the certificates being passed out, two grade 2 students were presented with Bibles and two senior students were confirmed. A pool party was held that afternoon.
Emma Barrs attended Youth Conference from St. Mark’s congregation. I’m sure she will have enjoyed her time and had a memorable experience.
In January Brenda MacEachern informed Christian Education committee that a “Relay for Life” in support of the Canadian Cancer Society will be held June 1st and 2nd in Port Hawkesbury. She thought it might be a good idea to put a team in for the Sunday school and youth group. We formed a 15 member team called the St. Mark’s Striders.
Heather Roussy retired as Sunday school superintendent when Sunday School closed on May 27th and with the move of the Rose family west to Fort MacMurry, Sunday school is now one teacher and four students less. Therefore, Sunday school is now looking for a superintendent/superintendents and teachers. Please think about it, helping with the spiritual growth of our children and future leaders of our church.
This position is not just for women. Men can be great superintendents and teachers too!!
Thank you, to Heather Roussy and all Sunday school teachers and helpers for all the time they have given to the children each Sunday.
Have safe and sunny summer!!
Barbara LeLacheur
Secretary
The evening Youth service of December 3rd called “The Hanging of the Greens” was not a traditional service. Al and the choir participated, with the Youth welcoming the children to bring their handmade decorated ornaments up to hang on the tree, and any member of the congregation was welcome to do so as well. The collection from this well attended event and a donation from Christian Education’s Special Services fund was donated to our refugee family, the Kalleys. On December 10th the children paraded in to the church during the White Gift service with donations for the Food Bank wrapped in white. No pageant was held this year due to the low number of students. The Cosmic Walk on March 25th was a great success. The Lenten readings by the teachers and the candle extinctions by the children were very well done. The Sunday School closing service will be May 27th. Along with the certificates being passed out, two grade 2 students were presented with Bibles and two senior students were confirmed. A pool party was held that afternoon.
Emma Barrs attended Youth Conference from St. Mark’s congregation. I’m sure she will have enjoyed her time and had a memorable experience.
In January Brenda MacEachern informed Christian Education committee that a “Relay for Life” in support of the Canadian Cancer Society will be held June 1st and 2nd in Port Hawkesbury. She thought it might be a good idea to put a team in for the Sunday school and youth group. We formed a 15 member team called the St. Mark’s Striders.
Heather Roussy retired as Sunday school superintendent when Sunday School closed on May 27th and with the move of the Rose family west to Fort MacMurry, Sunday school is now one teacher and four students less. Therefore, Sunday school is now looking for a superintendent/superintendents and teachers. Please think about it, helping with the spiritual growth of our children and future leaders of our church.
This position is not just for women. Men can be great superintendents and teachers too!!
Thank you, to Heather Roussy and all Sunday school teachers and helpers for all the time they have given to the children each Sunday.
Have safe and sunny summer!!
Barbara LeLacheur
Secretary
St. Mark’s Sunday School
Our Sunday School continued to use the One Room Sunday School Curriculum through the winter and spring, which suits our needs well as it including activities suited for a variety of age groups.
Our Sunday School children and Youth Group held a combined Hanging of the Greens service before Christmas. It was an absolutely beautiful service and the children and youth did an incredible job. Many thanks again to Lana MacLean, youth group leader, and Al Fougere and the Choir for their help. Thank you as well to the Sunday School teachers who assisted and Andy Palmer who helped to decorate the tree. The Church looked lovely, and our children should be very proud!
Several members of the Youth group and Sunday School took part in a Carol Sing at Sunset Manor in Port Hawkesbury. It was wonderful to hear the musical talents of our youth!
Many of the Sunday School children and youth took part in the Christmas Eve pageant. We were pleased to have Crystal Boudreau and baby Hannah play the roles of Mary and Baby Jesus.
During the season of Lent, the Sunday School teachers and children participated in the readings and extinguishing of candles. On Palm Sunday, the children took part in the palm parade and enjoyed having Reverend Pelley demonstrate how to fold their palms in to crosses.
The Sunday School has worked on making banners for upcoming baptisms, and provided the banners to the parents of those baptized throughout the year.
Sadly, we said ‘good-bye’ in April to Jeff and Bridgette Rose and family as they head to Alberta. Thanks to Bridgette for her assistance with teaching and we will sadly miss Keifer, Megan, Nicholas and Christopher in our Sunday School. We wish them well!
On May 27th, for the Sunday School closing, we held a pool party at SAERC for St.Mark’s and St.David’s Sunday School children.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to all of the Sunday School teachers and nursery helpers! Thank you as well to Al Fougere for his musical guidance and to Jane for her support throughout the year. Thank you to the CE Committee for their ongoing commitment.
We will also be saying ‘good-bye’ to Reverend and Mrs. Pelley. On behalf of the Sunday School I wish to extend a thank you to them both for their guidance and support. They will be sadly missed, and we wish them all the very best.
We hope that anyone interested in teaching Sunday School will consider it for the fall. I will be finishing my role as superintendent, and therefore, the Sunday School is in need of a superintendent. We hope that any interested parties will contact the CE Committee. The fall registration will be planned for September 9, 2007.
Heather Brander
Our Sunday School children and Youth Group held a combined Hanging of the Greens service before Christmas. It was an absolutely beautiful service and the children and youth did an incredible job. Many thanks again to Lana MacLean, youth group leader, and Al Fougere and the Choir for their help. Thank you as well to the Sunday School teachers who assisted and Andy Palmer who helped to decorate the tree. The Church looked lovely, and our children should be very proud!
Several members of the Youth group and Sunday School took part in a Carol Sing at Sunset Manor in Port Hawkesbury. It was wonderful to hear the musical talents of our youth!
Many of the Sunday School children and youth took part in the Christmas Eve pageant. We were pleased to have Crystal Boudreau and baby Hannah play the roles of Mary and Baby Jesus.
During the season of Lent, the Sunday School teachers and children participated in the readings and extinguishing of candles. On Palm Sunday, the children took part in the palm parade and enjoyed having Reverend Pelley demonstrate how to fold their palms in to crosses.
The Sunday School has worked on making banners for upcoming baptisms, and provided the banners to the parents of those baptized throughout the year.
Sadly, we said ‘good-bye’ in April to Jeff and Bridgette Rose and family as they head to Alberta. Thanks to Bridgette for her assistance with teaching and we will sadly miss Keifer, Megan, Nicholas and Christopher in our Sunday School. We wish them well!
On May 27th, for the Sunday School closing, we held a pool party at SAERC for St.Mark’s and St.David’s Sunday School children.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to all of the Sunday School teachers and nursery helpers! Thank you as well to Al Fougere for his musical guidance and to Jane for her support throughout the year. Thank you to the CE Committee for their ongoing commitment.
We will also be saying ‘good-bye’ to Reverend and Mrs. Pelley. On behalf of the Sunday School I wish to extend a thank you to them both for their guidance and support. They will be sadly missed, and we wish them all the very best.
We hope that anyone interested in teaching Sunday School will consider it for the fall. I will be finishing my role as superintendent, and therefore, the Sunday School is in need of a superintendent. We hope that any interested parties will contact the CE Committee. The fall registration will be planned for September 9, 2007.
Heather Brander
Teathyme Quilters @ St.Mark’s
Quilters have been meeting at the church for several years every Wednesday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. They began with six quilters and now the group has grown to fourteen quilters meeting to quilt and enjoy the camaraderie of others. The quilters represent many of the churches in our community and beyond.
It was time to have a name! The official name is now Teathyme Quilters @ St. Mark’s! The Tea refers to the tea we always must have at 2:30 and thyme is the spice that we are! All are welcome to come and help and learn.
The quilters and M & S Committee are busy planning the Annual Quilt Show and Desserts Tea to be held Anniversary Weekend, June 8th. The public is invited to view the quilts of local quilters and enjoy a fabulous dessert. The donation at the door will be divided with Mission and Outreach and the General Fund.
A fee is charged for quilting a quilt and this money is given to the church. From November 5, 2006 to June 10 2007, the quilters have given $375.00 to the church fund.
Barb MacIntyre
It was time to have a name! The official name is now Teathyme Quilters @ St. Mark’s! The Tea refers to the tea we always must have at 2:30 and thyme is the spice that we are! All are welcome to come and help and learn.
The quilters and M & S Committee are busy planning the Annual Quilt Show and Desserts Tea to be held Anniversary Weekend, June 8th. The public is invited to view the quilts of local quilters and enjoy a fabulous dessert. The donation at the door will be divided with Mission and Outreach and the General Fund.
A fee is charged for quilting a quilt and this money is given to the church. From November 5, 2006 to June 10 2007, the quilters have given $375.00 to the church fund.
Barb MacIntyre
Monday, 4 June 2007
Lorna MacRury Leads Service at St. David's on June 3rd
Lorna MacRury conducted the service at St. David's on Sunday, June 3rd as Rev. Pelley
was away at the annual spring conference which is held in Sackville,
New Brunswick.
Posted by Y. Fox
was away at the annual spring conference which is held in Sackville,
New Brunswick.
Posted by Y. Fox
Yard & Bake Sale at St. David's on June 2nd, 2007
A successful Yard and Bake Sale was held on Saturday, June 2nd at St. David's sponsored by the Board of Stewards. 
It takes a lot of people to prepare for such an event.
It all adds up. $900.00 was realized from the food and items donated.
Board of Stewards members, Cathy,
Arnold and Robert catch up on the news.
Posted by Y.Fox
It takes a lot of people to prepare for such an event.
It all adds up. $900.00 was realized from the food and items donated.
Board of Stewards members, Cathy,Hazel and Heather , were still smiling at noon even though they were up all night participating in the Relay for Life event held locally.
Arnold and Robert catch up on the news.
Posted by Y.Fox
St. David's U.C.W. Host May Birthday Party at Nursing Home
Heather Richards helps St. David's U.C.W..jpg)
host the May birthday party at the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home on May 29th. Our members have been providing gifts, cake and entertainment for residents like this years Adrian, John and Olive every spring for many years.
Posted by Y. Fox
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host the May birthday party at the Port Hawkesbury Nursing Home on May 29th. Our members have been providing gifts, cake and entertainment for residents like this years Adrian, John and Olive every spring for many years.Posted by Y. Fox
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