Upcoming
Events
Our family is a vibrant one, finding fellowship in a variety of activities. Even in a virtual world, the Strathearn community finds ways to connect. In addition to annual and seasonal events, our Book Club and Christian Conversations are still going strong, and we stay connected to the larger church through community initiatives and outreach.
Official Board UPDATES:​
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Your Givings: Although we are not passing the collection plate, we still need your support to continue the monthly operations of Strathearn United Church.
Please use your numbered giving envelopes or blank ones found in the pews, and deposit givings in the collection plate provided in the Narthex. If you would like numbered envelopes or to sign up for PAR (automated monthly debit), please call the office.
Safety Protocols: Masks may be worn at the discretion of each individual. Please stay home if you are sick.
Connect & Share: Committees rotate weekly to prepare coffee and beverages downstairs following worship.
Official Board Meetings: Third Thursday of each month, on Zoom
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PAR (Pre-Authorized Remittance):
If you would like to join PAR to have your givings debited monthly from your bank account between the 16th and 18th of each month, please call the office. PAR is easy to set up and easy to update or cancel.
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We're on YouTube!
Check out our virtual worship videos here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMf5SPa26NLV26L_ubmVIoQ/featured
calendar
Feb 23: Baden Powell Sunday (TBA) / 7th after Epiphany (Worship: 10:30 am)
Feb 24: Edmonton Met Chorus: Walker Hall, 7:00 pm
Feb 25: Beavers & Cubs – Junior Room & Walker Hall, 6:30 pm
Feb 26: Tai Chi: Walker Hall – 10:00 am
Thinking Day Carnival (City-wide Guiding) – Downstairs, 6:30 pm
Choir – Sanctuary, 7:00 pm
Feb 27: GANG (Fabric Sorting) – Junior Room, 10 am – 2 pm
Scouting Group Meeting – Upper Room, 7:00 pm
Mar 1: Men’s Breakfast @ Capilano Albert’s, 9:00 am
Mar 2: Transfiguration Sunday / Silly Hat Sunday (Worship: 10:30 am)
Mar 3: Edmonton Met Chorus: Sectionals (Walker/Social/Jr), 7:00 pm
Mar 4: CD Conversation: Music in the Christian Faith – Upper Rm, 1 - 2:30 pm
Beavers & Cubs – Junior Room & Walker Hall, 6:30 pm
Mar 5: Tai Chi: Walker Hall – 10:00 am
Sparks, Embers & Scouts – Downstairs, 6:30 pm
Choir – Sanctuary, 7:00 pm
Mar 6: GANG (Fabric Sorting) – Junior Room, 10 am – 2 pm
Mar 7: World Day of Prayer (service online)
Mar 9: 1st in Lent / Communion (Worship: 10:30 am) Daylight Savings (forward)
Mar 11: Beavers & Cubs – Junior Room & Walker Hall, 6:30 pm
Mar 12: Tai Chi: Walker Hall – 10:00 am
Sparks, Embers & Scouts – Downstairs, 6:30 pm
Choir – Sanctuary, 7:00 pm
Mar 13: GANG (Fabric Sorting) – Junior Room, 10 am – 2 pm
Mar 14: Ladies Lunch @ Capilano Albert’s, 11:30 am
Mar 16: 2nd in Lent (Worship: 10:30 am)
Mar 18: Beavers & Cubs – Junior Room & Walker Hall, 6:30 pm
Mar 19: Tai Chi: Walker Hall – 10:00 am
Sparks, Embers & Scouts – Downstairs, 6:30 pm
Choir – Sanctuary, 7:00 pm
Mar 22: Earth Hour: 8:30 – 9:30 pm
Mar 20: GANG (Fabric Sorting) – Junior Room, 10 am – 2 pm
Official Board Meeting – Zoom, 7:00 pm
Mar 23: 3rd in Lent (Worship: 10:30 am)
Annual Congregational Meeting & Potluck Lunch
Mar 24: Edmonton Met Chorus: Walker Hall, 7:00 pm
Mar 25: Beavers & Cubs – Junior Room & Walker Hall, 6:30 pm
Mar 26: Tai Chi: Walker Hall – 10:00 am
Choir – Sanctuary, 7:00 pm
Scouts – Walker Hall / Outdoors, 7:00 pm
Mar 27: GANG (Fabric Sorting) – Junior Room, 10 am – 2 pm
Scouting Group Committee Meeting – Upper Room, 7:00 pm
Mar 30: 4th in Lent (Worship: 10:30 am)
Mar 31: Edmonton Met Chorus: Walker Hall, 7:00 pm
Take action
Your help is urgently needed to support the people impacted by the conflict in Palestine and Israel.
Here are three ways you can respond:
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Advocate
Join with KAIROS Canada and member churches and agencies by calling on the Canadian government to respond to the escalating violence in Palestine and Israel by:
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calling for an immediate ceasefire and an end to the violence
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ensuring humanitarian assistance is provided and a safe corridor for aid is opened
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ensuring civilians are protected
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calling for the safe and immediate return of all hostages and civilians being held in detention without charge
Use the online letter writing template on the United Church of Canada website to send an email directly to Foreign Affairs Minister, The Hon. Mélanie Joly, and your local MP.
The United Church of Canada has also signed on to a number of statements from our partners and other organizations calling for a ceasefire to the conflict.
Donate
Mission and Service partners are currently responding to those who are impacted by the conflict in West Bank and East Jerusalem. Partners are prepared to expand their activity into Gaza when a humanitarian corridor is opened, allowing for safe access to provide relief. Currently, there is an urgent need for food, as well as non-food items such as medicines, psychosocial support, and shelter. Please donate today!
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Pray
Finally, please pray for peace with justice for the people of Palestine and Israel. As people of faith, we bring the grief, compassion, and concerns of a hurting world to God. Additional prayers can be found on the United Church of Canada and the Canadian Council of Churches websites.
we stand with ukraine
New Hymn Addresses the Invasion of Ukraine
Walter Farquharson and Richard Hall have written a hymn, addressing the Ukraine invasion: "I Will Sing To Our God". Walter has written new lyrics for the music, composed in 1985 by Richard. The biblical inspiration is Exodus 15, The Song of Moses & Miriam. The current inspiration is Russia's invasion of Ukraine. As the situation in Ukraine is timely, they are sending the hymn with the invitation to use and copy freely if it is useful. They are not seeking royalties. Please feel free to forward it to anyone who might have use for it.
Statement for Peace in Ukraine and Donations Link
The invasion of Ukraine is costing precious lives and creating a humanitarian crisis as people flee to safety. The United Church of Canada has joined with partners who witness and work for peace and justice in the world, by issuing a statement condemning the invasion of Ukraine. You can see the statement and other information here, and find a link here to make a donation to support United Church Mission & Service partners responding to rapidly emerging needs. We add our prayers of concern and support for the people of Ukraine, and for their families and friends here and throughout the world.
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community outreach projects
28 Days of Giving: In February, Mission & Outreach is collecting boxes of cereal for the Edmonton Food Bank. Please drop off items in the Narthex. Financial donations are also welcome.
Please make cheques payable to Strathearn United Church and designate to the Food Bank.
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“Forever Greene Mission & Outreach Legacy”
Reflection on Dan Green's legacy of community service and devotion to the church, our donations collectively can support ongoing Mission and Outreach initiatives at Strathearn United Church. Funds from this year's campaign will be used to support our next Bissell Centre lunch ,Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS), E4C Edmonton school lunch programs, and the Zebra Child Protection Centre.