Creating Connection Barrie
12 Chase McEachern Way L4M 1A1 Barrie, ON, Canada

Giving Tuesday is here! Celebrate & Support Creating Connection MAKE YOUR DONATION HERE - http://donations.creatingconnection.ca Today is #GivingTuesdayCA, a global day of giving back to the causes, charities and organizations you care about. Across Canada and around the world, GivingTuesday unites communities by sharing our capacity to care for and empower one another. Whether you’re a business, charity or an individual, you can make a difference and even a very small act o...f kindness goes a long way. Creating Connection Canada lives out its mission through sharing and upholding nine guiding principles that transcend fixed rules and conventions. By creatively discerning how these core values apply in our lives, we are better able to graciously and intentionally participate with one another in community. What better way to live life meaningfully together than when we get behind the values and principles at the core of humanity than to support organizations that invite everyone into an open and accepting community, free from judgement or guilt. That is life-transforming & life-giving inclusiveness that affirms the worth and value of all persons, regardless of background, beliefs, tradition, culture or religion. Your donation to Creating Connection Canada empowers that kind of change! Through authentic conversation, meaningful activities, holistic wellness practices and Connection-in-Action events, diverse and welcoming communities are formed, life takes on new meaning & purpose, and wholeness begins to be restored to an otherwise broken world. Today we ask you to remember that no act of kindness however small, is ever wasted. We encourage you to use this day to do something positive, help make a difference in your community, and be a blessing of love and peace. MAKE YOUR DONATION HERE - http://donations.creatingconnection.ca Other Ways to Support Our Campaign Like, share, and comment on our Facebook & Instagram posts throughout the day to ensure others are seeing our content. Forward this email to friends and loved ones who would be interested in supporting our campaign. Thank you for your kind support, whether it be financial, as a participant, or a cheerleader. Your efforts are noticed. It takes community to build community. With deep gratitude, Troy Roach Creating Connection Director (Canada East) Community & Programs Coordinator (Barrie)

Today is the last day to drop-off purses at the locations below. What better way to support #GivingTuesdayCA! So thrilled at the turn-out on Saturday!! Thanks everyone for the show of love. Stay tuned for a full count, but it was definitely OVER 150 purses. WOW!! Bliss Beneath, 241 Essa Road, Unit #5 (705) 503-2547... Mortgage Sense, 11 Bradford St, (705) 727-0030 Renu U Aesthetics, 140 Burton St, (705)725-8558 Mind the snowfall and drive safe!

Medical masks are being added to the annual Barrie police mitten tree this year to help people stay warm and keep safe. If you would like to donate to the campaign, visit Barrie Police Service Headquarters at 110 Fairview Rd.

We are planning this COVID safe "Connection in Action" event for next Saturday, Nov. 28th. If you can help with donations, a financial contribution, or volunteering with us, it would be much appreciated. We are happy to arrange a pick-up if you prefer, Please reach out to us with any questions.

Need your snow shovelled? Can you be a neighbourhood volunteer? Then check out Snow Angels Canada and get more connected with your immediate community. https://snowangelscanada.ca/

Here's the press release that went out today about our Fill a Purse for a Sister- Barrie & Innisfil pop-up drop-off event next Saturday, Nov. 28th. Can you help get the word out? Many thanks! https://www.barrietoday.com//heres-where-you-can-drop-off-

A program that we proudly support and participate in as listeners. Barrie & area folks please share to increase community awareness.

As of November 1, 2020, we are open BY APPOINTMENT ONLY for the free Community Volunteer Income Tax Program. You can schedule a time to visit at https://outlook.office365.com//CVITPIncomeTaxCl/bookings/ Other activities continue to take place online through ZOOM. Check out our Meetup.com page for more details and our full calendar at https://www.meetup.com/Creating-Connection-Barrie/events/ Our café and store remain closed to the public at this time. Please visit our Produ...cts for Purpose website to make any purchases at http://products4purpose.ca As other groups feel comfortable to resume in person activities, we will keep you updated here and on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/barriecreatingconnection

So cool! CTV Barrie News@6pm tonight interviewed us with Fill a Purse BarrieSo cool! CTV Barrie News@6pm tonight interviewed us with Fill a Purse Barrie

Tonight @ 7:00 p.m. EDT you can support KAIROS Climate Action Month by joining this screening and discussion of the film "Women Hold Up the Sky African Women Rise for Climate Justice." This film was developed by WoMin, an ecofeminist African alliance that supports local struggles and movements across the continent to expose the impacts of extractivism on African women and advance women-centred, community-driven and climate-just development alternatives. Women Hold Up the Sk...y tells the story of how women activists affected by mining and other forms of large-scale extractives in South Africa, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are deeply engaged in resistance and an active struggle to take back control of their land, their rights, their bodies and their lives. Duration: 90 min Event will include introductory video by WoMin, screening of the film (35 min), and small-group discussion. #KAIROSClimateAction #climatejustice

September is Climate Action Month. How many can/have you checked off? #30DayKAIROSChallenge #KAIROSClimateAction kairoscanada.org/climateactionmonth

Online rally this Sunday @ 2 p.m. to celebrate Blue Scarf International Day for Peace.

An update from our Scrabble Club organizer... "Dear NASPA Scrabble Club #606, First of all we sincerely hope that you are all safe & sound during these unusual times. ... Mike, our Director, just got an update from NASPA re direction related to the pandemic for official NASPA Scrabble Clubs. In summary, NASPA continues to direct their clubs to refrain from any in person club activities. Please see the picture below for details of this information. We miss each one of you!"

As of this week we are ready and prepared to welcome back programs, activities and gatherings to any groups or facilitators that are comfortable with gathering in person again. If you are ready to resume (or in need of a space), let us and know and we can work together on getting back together bringing meaning, purpose and belonging back to our local community.

Continuing our online sessions tonight if youre interested in plant-based nutrition and have questions about getting enough nutrients, incorporating more plant-based foods into your meals, or just curious to know more about this lifestyle, then these sessions are for you. Learn about how to base your diet off of whole foods, and how to be sure to eat a variety of vegetables, leafy greens, fruits, nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes. https://www.meetup.com/Creating-Connection//btcjwrybcmbwb/

Join this one hour session to learn and practice some simple Qigong techniques as William Kennedy (from the Creating Connection group in Barrie, ON) guides folks through gentle breathing and moving exercises which develops wellness, promotes mindfulness and reduces stress and anxiety.

Summer eCamping activities for all ages and interests. Over 50 sessions available to connect to. Discover meaning among new friends. https://mailchi.mp/f37/connection-retreat-follow-up-4483032

Join Cathy Wild, from the Creating Connection centre place in Barrie, for a little mindful distraction with this weekly on-line art class featuring acrylic techniques. Bring your curiosity to a meaningful activity that includes a mixture of stimulation, reflection, thought provocation, peaceful calm, relaxation and mindfulness. Suitable to all levels of skill and experience.... MATERIALS YOU'LL NEED ON HAND; 9x12" canvas Brushes, One #10 round, One #6 or less, good tip Ruler, Pencil, Piece of chalk... most helpful*** Paper Towels, Water Dishes, Ruler Suggestion wear something, you're not concerned if paint gets on and a protective cloth under canvas is advised. Colors:Dark blue, White, Green, Yellow Black, Red

Join Pat Lewis and Executive Director David Barth for breakfast and find out what World Accord has been up to and how you can support their incredible projects to help end poverty and needless suffering. Bring your favourite hot pancakes to the table for the 8:30 start time or try out one of the suggested recipes below, chow down with your friends and maybe make new friends during some informal visiting time. Come with your crazy bedhead and your yummy pancakes. Cook them wh...ile on the ZOOM call. What are your favourite toppings? What is your flipping style? Share your trick and tips for the perfect pancake. Fun activities have been planned and it's going to be a blast!

If youre interested in plant-based nutrition and have questions about getting enough nutrients, incorporating more plant-based foods into your meals, or just curious to know more about this lifestyle, then these sessions are for you. Learn about how to base your diet off of whole foods, and how to be sure to eat a variety of vegetables, leafy greens, fruits, nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes.

Claim the call to "go inside" and find a little distraction from the clamor of world with this on-line acrylic painting class. Bring your curiosity to a meaningful activity that includes a mixture of stimulation, reflection, thought provocation, peaceful calm, relaxation and mindfulness. MATERIALS TO HAVE ON HAND: - 9x12" canvas - Brushes: one size 10 round; one size 6 or less, good tip... - Ruler, pencil, piece of chalk - Paper towels and water dishes COLORS YOU WILL USE: - Dark blue, deep turquoise, leaf green, warm beige, brilliant red, white, black and neon red It is suggested you wear something you're not concerned with getting pain on, and a protective cloth under your canvas would be advisable. Cathy likes to wear an apron and use a dollar store table cloth. All levels of skill and experience are welcome

Sharing this post in support of a dear friend to both me and this Creating Connection community. I personally recommend hearing his perspectives.

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On this day that George Floyd is laid to rest, Creating Connection fully affirms its sponsoring organization's (Community of Christ) statement acknowledging that "it is has been a difficult [couple of] week[s]. [That] we continue to face racial justice in our country." And that we stand with all those who have exercised their "right to speak in the public square." As people on a faith/spiritual journey, "we have the responsibility to speak when we see injustice. Silence is co...mplicit with perpetuating injustice, [for] our voices name injustice and expose unnecessary suffering. This is an important first step toward cultivating the seeds of change." Our enduring principles and core values "speak clearly on the Worth of All Persons and Making Responsible Choices, [and so] we must continually examine our prejudices through study and spiritual practice. This equips us to engage in constructive dialogue and creative, non-violent actions to bring change." "Our commitment to addressing racial injustice must not fade with media coverage or languish in partisan political divide as we move to the next crisis... In these uncertain and troubling times, let us remember we are engaged in divine purpose. We will find hope, strength, and resolve as we journey together."

Join Cathy Wilde for a little distraction with this weekly on-line art class featuring guided watercolour techniques (or use whatever medium you have on hand or are comfortable with). Bring your curiosity to a meaningful activity that includes a mixture of stimulation, reflection, thought provocation, peaceful calm, relaxation and mindfulness. Suitable to all levels of skill and experience.... MATERIALS YOU'LL NEED ON HAND Regular paper or craft paper, or sketch paper for pencils and pencil crayons. Watercolor paper for watercolors, preferably 140 lb. This can be Cansons from Walmart or wherever you are able to order or pick up supplies. Pencil, painters tape, backer board (to tape art paper/canvas to), brushes (Currys #0, #3 & #6) 2 water buckets (one for rinsing brushes) and paper towel SPECIFIC MATERIALS NEEDED FOR TODAY blow dryer 2 small Round Brushes, one larger, one quite small with a good tip. a ruler and a pencil and an eraser Paint colors: 2 different blues, one sky blue or lake blue and the second color ultramarine blue, red ( and black,or paynes gray.

on-line art class offered weekly featuring guided watercolour techniques

Global Solidarity Virtual Conference Session 6: Minecraft Sustainable Homes

Join this informative session to hear Ariana's experience on the Honduras Construction Build this past March. She will share pictures, videos and stories from her first visit on a build. Q&A to follow.

Eco-Friendly Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap How To Use Use the warmth of your hands to form the wrap to cover a sandwich, cheese, produce, or even cover a bowl. The... wrap will hold its shape when it cools, creating a seal. Wash with cool water and gentle soap, and reuse. Cleaning and Storage Wash your wrap in cool water with a mild dish soap. Avoid sources of heat such as hot water and microwaves. Air dry, fold and store in a drawer or in a basket on the counter. The beeswax and jojoba oil have antibacterial qualities that help to keep your food fresh and allow you to use the Bee's Wrap again and again. How to Revive Your wrap should last for about 10 months before needing revival. If your wax wrap has been getting a lot of use and looking a little crumpled and tired, theres an easy way to make it good as new. Simply lay it on a silicone baking sheet and bake for 2-3 minutes (until wax is soft again) at 140oF. Remove from oven, hang to cool for about 1 minute. Then its ready to use again!

You are invited to begin your day with mindfulness as Vickie McArthur guides us through a Global Solidarity Meditation to help open your heart and quiet the mind in awareness of ourselves and others, a reminder of the true connectedness of humanity and the environment we exist in harmony with.

As part of this weekend's informative sessions, join Megan Gilbertson and Josh as they share pictures and stories about their experience building a tiny house, including why a tiny house, construction challenges and design elements.

As part of this weekend's informative sessions, join Shannon and Chad Dailey as they take us on a tour of the grounds, buildings and gardens of their property to showcase examples and ideas for sustainable living.

An informative virtual conference with the opportunity to learn about living sustainably, visit a tiny house and understand the design elements, hear about the most recent construction expedition and learn from program partners what Global Solidarity means to them. There will also be a Sunday morning healing and spiritual time with Vickie MacArthur. Interspersed will be some fun activities you can participate in. This is a free virtual event so invite your friends. Opportunities will be available to support the cause of World Accord but it is not required or expected.

Tune-in this weekend for World Accord's (one of our partner organizations) "Global Solidarity Virtual Conference". Sat & Sun @ 9:00 am / 1:30 pm / 4:30 pm each day.