McKillop United Church
2329-15 Avenue South T1K 0X5 Lethbridge, AB, Canada

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Over the past month we have distributed 100 names to be sent letters and emails in hopes of stopping the proposed coal projects in Alberta's Eastern Slopes. Whether you wrote a letter, talked to a friend, shared a post, or visited our coal website we thank you for your participation! We would love to know a little more about what that participation looked like. Please take a few moments to fill out this short survey!... APRIL CHALLENGE WRAP-UP: https://bit.ly/3y14L1t **Please note that last week there was a problem with the google form only opening to those with certain email accounts. This has now been changed and anyone is able to fill out the form.** You can visit our coal page by clicking here. https://www.mckillopunited.ca/coal

https://www.ab4coalfreesw.ca/current-action

Sounds of the Season: Music to Warm Our Hearts, Episode One 00:00 Introduction 00:16 Celtic Carol 04:40 Gesù Bambino... 09:08 Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree 11:21 Do You Hear What I Hear? 14:37 A Ripeness of Winter 16:06 The Christmas Song 18:41 Hark, The Herald Angels Sing This program made possible by the generous funding and donations from the New Horizons for Seniors Program, Eileen & Harcourt Hobbs, and McKillop United Church. Featuring musicians: John-Paul Ksiazek Airdrie Robinson Ken Rogers Mark Rodgers Allan Wilson Michelle MacMillan Gerald Rogers III Gerald Rogers IV

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WE ROCK DISABILITY @ L'Arche Lethbridge VS @ L'Arche Saskatoon In Battle of the Fans’ Lip Syncing Contest FUNDRAISER HOW WE SCORE POINTS 1 Dollar ...Donated = 1 point https://www.canadahelps.org//lethbridge-battle-of-the-fans/ 1 Facebook Like = 2 points 1 Facebook Share = 3 points #LarcheBOTF #BattleOfTheFans #LarcheLipSync #GivingTuesday #lethbridge #larchelethbridge See more

At some point, we must stand up and say, "NO". It is now. https://www.aptnnews.ca//australian-coal-mine-will-decapi/

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We need to take Covid-19 Seriously!

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Weekly Quote Wednesday

Wear orange to stand in solidarity with residential school survivors & in memory with those who were not. #everychildmatters #orangeshirtday

Tonight at 7:00 PM!! Join Trevor to watch and discuss the Film In Pursuit of Silence Directed by Patrick Shen "In Pursuit of Silence" is a meditative exploration of our relationship with silence, sound and the impact of noise on our lives. Beginning with an ode to John Cage’s ground-breaking composition 4’33, In Pursuit of Silence takes us on an immersive cinematic journey around the globe from a traditional tea ceremony in Kyoto, to the streets of the loudest city on t...he planet, Mumbai during the wild festival season and inspires us to experience silence and celebrate the wonders of our world. Just follow the links to connect: Login Information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85479218627 (this link can work on a desktop computer, tablet/iPad, and even smart phone.) Landline Phone Number: +1 587 328 1099 and you will need to input the Meeting ID and password: Meeting ID: 854 7921 8627 Passcode: 372563 #meditation #contemplation #silence #spirituality

Naramata Centre Conversations that Matter: Coming out in Faith - Pam Rocker Tomorrow Night: September 30th 7:30-9:00 pm This event is $10.00 and you can register for it here: https://naramatacentre.secure.retreat.guru//conversation/... This event will take place over zoom, a link to the event will be emailed to all participants one day prior. From the centre: Religion at large has imposed artificial binaries that have fractured our sense of belonging, especially for LGBTQ2S+ people. What’s the difference between ‘fitting in’ and truly ‘belonging’? Roles of privilege and fitting into societal ‘norms’ can disconnect us from the lived experiences of folks who embody difference. In this fun and interactive session, LGBTQ2S+ activist and performer Pam Rocker will share her coming out journey and how transformed spiritual perspectives can have a vital and life giving role to play for all of us. Questions are welcome and we invite you to bring your curiosity with you. Join the conversation on how we can create space for everyone and celebrate our commonality!

Handwashing, Distancing and Mask-wearing All Drastically Cut Risk of Catching COVID-19 https://www.ctvnews.ca//handwashing-distancing-and-mask-we

Welcome to our online worship service from McKillop United Church as we gather on September 27. We read Kevin Henkes'' children book, "Chesters' Way" and explore how we can open ourselves to curiosity and imagination as we are freed from empire thinking because of Covid-19. Videos from www.theworkofthepeople.com and Green Renaissance; "Tinkering with Intent" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NA6lX6OglY. Music from Common Cup (https://commoncup.com) and Reids and the Writes Band (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQMlpXym5LTtImJA5oGtB9A)

LIVE ONLINE WORSHIP SERVICE - This Sunday at 10:30 A.M. Rev. Trevor Potter is back this week. Please participate in our online and live service at 10:30 A.M (you are able to sign on 5 minutes earlier, 10:25 AM). hosted through our two sites (just click on the hyperlink below and it will take you to the site.).... https://www.facebook.com/mckillopunited https://www.youtube.com/user/McKillopUnited

Our website, United-Church.ca, has fresh new look! Check it out! https://www.united-church.ca/ #UCCan

TONIGHT @ 7:00 P.M. Join us for a time of communion and community. Please have a candle to light as part of the service, some bread, and communion beverage (grape juice, orange juice, wine ). We will be invited to join Trevor for a time of communion together over zoom. ... Just follow the links to connect: Login Information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87902025662 (this link can work on a desktop computer, tablet/iPad, and even smart phone.) Landline Phone Number: +1 587 328 1099 and you will need to input the Meeting ID: 879 0202 5662 & Password: 518265 Meeting ID: 879 0202 5662 Passcode: 518265

Weekly Quote Wednesday!!

Light a candle, take a picture, and post it to social media (#UCCanlivableincome, #guaranteedlivableincome)Send it to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Minister of Finance Chrystia Freeland, your local MP, and news outlets in support of GUARANTEED LIVABLE ANNUAL INCOME. The United Church of Canada is asking Canadians across the country to light a candle in support of a guaranteed livable annual income, often referred to as the guaranteed basic income. Building on the positive ex...perience of the Canadian Emergency Response Benefit (CERB), this is a unique opportunity to make an important policy change to ensure greater income security for all Canadians. https://www.united-church.ca//light-flame-guaranteed-livab #UCCanlivableincome, #guaranteedlivableincome #UCCan, #poverty, #UBI, #universalbasicincome, #basicincome

CLOTH MASKS - Child & Adult We have children’s masks and adult masks available! If you would like a reusable cloth mask please call the church at (403) 328 2703 or email us at [email protected] The McKillop Quilters (McQuilters) have now donated over 1350 masks to our community! ... Thank you Quilters for your time and effort!

Join us for a time of communion and community! Please have a candle to light as part of the service, some bread, and communion beverage (grape juice, orange juice, wine ). We will be invited to join Trevor for a time of communion together over zoom. ... Just follow the links to connect: Login Information: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87902025662 (this link can work on a desktop computer, tablet/iPad, and even smart phone.) Landline Phone Number: +1 587 328 1099 and you will need to input the Meeting ID: 879 0202 5662 & Password: 518265 Meeting ID: 879 0202 5662 Passcode: 518265