NEWS AND UPDATES FROM FUNDY ST. LAWRENCE DAWNING WATERS (FSLDW)
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Staff Directory
Emergency Response Memo’s Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters (FSLDW)
Making Hope Visible – Podcast
To view upcoming programs at the Tatamagouche Centre please click here.
To view upcoming events at the Atlantic School of Theology please click here.
To view upcoming programs at the United Theological College please click here.
Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters (FSLDW) Committee Interest form.
Condolences: Glenn Estabrooks
Our sympathy is extended to the Rev. Susan Estabrooks, and family, whose father Glenn Estabrooks passed away February 9, 2021. A copy of the obituary can be viewed here.
Pastoral Charge Information Form
The 2021 Pastoral Charge Information Form can be found on our Regional Council website under forms.
If you have had your annual congregational meeting and have elected your governing body for 2021, please click on the below link to complete. If you have not had your annual meeting, and have the same people serving in the governing body, we kindly ask you to still fill out the information forms.
As a reminder please also email your annual reports to the Regional office. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to be in contact with the Regional Council Office.
Pastoral Relations Committee – Survey
The Pastoral Relations Committee of the Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Regional Council is seeking suggestions, thoughts, prayers and ideas around how we might go about addressing the portion of our mandate which reads: “supporting and encouraging ministry personnel”.
We are asking for you to reflect upon what the pastoral relations committee could consider which would offer such encouragement and support. You are encouraged to reflect as individuals, cluster groups, informal conversational groups. The survey is on the pastoral relations web-page here.
Please make your suggestions on the survey on-line. The committee will review them regularly. Blessings on the ministry you are providing during these pandemic times.
Faith, Education and Formation Committee – Survey
The Faith, Education and Formation Committee of the Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters Regional Council would like to be able to offer support in the form of resource lists, workshops, etc. but would like to make sure the offerings are relevant to members in the region. To ensure the relevancy they are asking members of the region to fill out a short survey that we assist in their committee’s planning. The survey can be found here https://forms.gle /Tdr9UXpAkLc18x9Z9 and the deadline for responses is March 5.
Ukulele Church
Are you looking for a meaningful and musical way to observe Lent? Have you ever wanted to go to church with a Ukulele in your hands? If you’ve answered yes to both of these questions, look no further! Join Linnea Good, Catherine Stuart and Dana Ducette on Sundays at 12:30pm for an hour-ish of ukulele lessons, prayers, crafts, bible stories and worship! No experience is necessary. For more information and to register, visit our website: https://cyayaucceast.wixsite.com/ukuchurch If you have questions, contact Catherine Stuart by email cstuart@united-church.ca or by phone 1-800-268-3781 ext. 6158
Lent/Easter seasons – Sunday School/Youth Groups
Would you like to talk to others about ideas for Sunday School and/or youth groups during Lent/Easter seasons? If so the Faith, Education and Formation Committee of the FSLDW region invites members of both regions to join the Zoom discussion at 7:00 PM on Monday, February 22. The link for the meeting can be found here:
Join Zoom Meeting https://united-church.zoom.us/j/91899557830?pwd=NjBoa2VISUgwbzJjbzl0SytDSTVIZz09
Meeting ID: 918 9955 7830
Password: 123456
For users without computer/tablet, access by phone:
* Please use local numbers when feasible to save costs for the church. *
+1 647 558 0588 Canada
855 703 8985 Canada Toll-free
Upper Room Disciplines
The Bookstore has a great deal on Upper Room Disciplines 2019 & 2021 with a 50% discount, limited supply available. Great daily readings while we stay in our bubble. Large print $28.95, sale price $23.00. Regular print $22.95, sale price $11.50 taxes included. Contact Leona Llaundry@unitedchurch.ca or call 1-800-268 3781 ext 6141 to get your copy.
Hopeful Economics UnConference
Join us March 3-5, 2021 at the Hopeful Economics UnConference. “Hopeful Economics” is a way of looking at the world of the assets and abundance that it has and making that work for everyone. And “UnConference” is when topics and discussions are informed by the people who show up. You’ll be helping lead the direction of the conversations!
With an incredible lineup of speakers, you’ll dive deep into the relationship between social enterprise and faith. You’ll learn about the economic impact of churches and how to pitch your community of faith to form new partnerships. Participate in fun and interactive sessions that will challenge you to work with unsuspecting partners to increase your impact and address community needs. New ideas & connections guaranteed! Details (including full agenda) and Registration: https://whova.com/web/virtu20_202012/
Cross Country Prayer for Lent
The Faith Formation Group of General Council would like to offer support for the ministry personnel in our region this Lenten season on Tuesday February 23, with supportive prayer and an opportunity to connect with colleagues within your regions. Those who gather will hear and/or name all of the ministry personnel in First Dawn Eastern Edge, Region 15, Fundy St. Lawrence Dawning Waters. it will be a moment of caring for those hear their names, and an opportunity for the spiritual care givers to engage in mutual care through prayer for one another. Please view The Prayer Room poster giving dates for supportive prayer dates for other regions.
Glass Communion Glasses
Does your Church have glass communion glasses that you would like to reduce, reuse and recycle? Maritime United Church Women would be happy to accept your gift as we need 375 glasses for our 60th Anniversary Celebration. If you have glasses to give away please contact Debbie or Ruth debbieh@ridgetimber.com or ulvashepherdns@hotmail.com
Lenten Climate Crisis Book Study
Offered by the Anglican Diocesan Environmental Network United Church people are welcome to join this very relevant book study. The Papal Encyclical Laudato Si (Praise be to you, my Lord) is an incredibly important and visionary book on Christian faith and the climate crisis. The study is an opportunity to learn its teachings and its urgent message.
Book source: http://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/papa-francesco_20150524_enciclica-laudato- si.html Schedule: Every Wednesday beginning Feb 24. Time TBA.Facilitator: Bruce Langhus (brucelanghus@gmail.com) Email Bruce to let him know whether you prefer mornings (10am) or evenings (7pm) for Wednesdays in Lent.
Sharp Scholarship 2021
This scholarship is awarded to a student born in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, or Prince Edward Island, who is Protestant, who is a non-smoker, and who has demonstrated financial need. Preference given to members of the United Church of Canada and to applicants from Prince Edward Island. View the 2021 Sharp Scholarship here.
Bedeque Pastoral Charge, Bedeque, PEI
Position: Full time Ordained/Commissioned Minister or full time Student Minister
Position Summary: The congregation of the Bedeque Pastoral Charge is searching for a dynamic individual to fill a full time ordained/commissioned minister or student position on or about March 1st, 2021. The minister is responsible to the Official Board and would be accountable to the Region for the general conduct of the ministry. Bedeque United Church’s spiritual atmosphere is enjoyable and rewarding with a supportive congregation of strong faith and commitment.
Start Date: on or about March 1, 2021
For more information contact: Jack Spencer jackrichardspencer@gmail.com or 902-836-3347
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