Deer Park United Church is located at
Rd S.E. Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
403-278-8263
DEER PARK UNITED CHURCH
An Affirming Ministry within the United Church of Canada
August 25, 2013 14th Sunday of Pentecost
Welcome to our Sunday Service!
For your convenience, comfort and need:
-Hearing assists are available at the sound booth
-Bibles and cushions are available in the Narthex
Ushers and Greeters: For the rest of the summer season, we are asking for volunteers to act as our ushers and greeters. We offer Donna Black a BIG THANKYOU for her work providing ushers for all our services September through May!
Before the service begins you are invited to light a candle in the candle box at the front of the sanctuary. You may do this in remembrance of someone, to pray for someone who is ill or to remember someone special in your life today. Please help the children to be respectful around this sacred place.
Deer Park is an inclusive, open, and progressive community of faith within the liberal Christian tradition, with its roots in the social gospel. We take the Bible seriously, but not literally, recognizing that parts of the tradition came out of specific historical circumstances and need re-interpretation for our time. We believe that a questioning theology is a healthy part of one’s spiritual journey. We are called to live God’s vision of wholeness by: loving and serving others; respecting all creation; celebrating life; embracing diversity, such as sexual orientation, gender, age, race, religion, occupation, or socio-economic status; and challenging injustices to create a safe sanctuary for all people to be themselves. With that understanding of who we are, we “seek wholeness through the Spirit” for ourselves, others, the larger community and the world.
Please turn your cell phones off, or onto vibrate – thank you!
Service for Morning Prayer and Worship
~ Prelude ~ Welcome ~ Announcements ~
Call to Worship:
One: Jesus says, “Come unto me and you will find rest.”
All: We come to rest.
One: Jesus says that we can be free.
All: We come freely while longing to be free.
One: You are free, forgiven, and found
All: Thanks be to God!
*Song of Praise: VU #266 “Amazing Grace”
Passing of the Peace
*Hymn: VU #374 “Come and Find the Quiet Centre”
Prayer
Scripture: Luke 13:10-17
Reflection: “Sabbath Freedom”
*Hymn: VU #626 “I Heard the Voice of Jesus”
Prayers of the People
The Prayer of Jesus
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be they name, thy
kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give
us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses as
we forgive those who trespass against us, and lead us not into
temptation but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the
power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.
Offering
*Hymn: VU # 586 “We Shall Go Out with Hope of Resurrection”
Blessing
Postlude
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Congratulations to Pat and Rod Lunauon the birth of their first grandchild, Zander.
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DEER PARK’S MINISTRY TEAM
Ministers: Rev. Tom Melvin, Rev. Erin Klassen
[email protected] (On maternity leave)
Children’s Ministry: Brenda Wong
Music Director: Louise Forsyth
Accompanists: Chandra Downey, Marco Farrier
Nursery Supervisor: Jennifer Beach (Sept – June)
Office Admin: Joyce Kneeland ([email protected])
403-278-8263 www.dpuc.ca
This week at Deer Park
Monday: Thursday:
9:00 Tai Chi 7:30 p.m. AA Meeting
Tuesday:
9:00 a.m. Food for Thought
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Chat – Come and go as it suits. All welcome.
Council News
(1) Treasurer’s Financial Update for July
|
|
July |
2013 |
2012 |
2013 vs. 2012 |
| Local Givings |
20,971 |
160,561 |
156,563 |
+3,998 |
| Total Income |
21,106 |
176,700 |
173,168 |
+3,532 |
| Expense |
21,913 |
192,546 |
180,961 |
+11,585 |
| Net Income |
-807 |
-15,846 |
-7,792 |
-8,054 |
Year-to-date local contributions of $160,561 were $3,998 above the same period in 2012. Other income was $466 below that of last year. Hence, total revenue to July 31 was $3,532 above that in 2012.
Through July, spending was $192,546. This was $11,585 higher than last year-to-date. Compared to last year Office & Administration was down by $2,361, mainly because Computer expense was down by $1,300, however Office Supplies were down by $738 and Advertising was down by $599. Janitorial services and supplies were up by $1,738 while repair and maintenance was down by $992 resulting in an increase in total Building expense of $733. Salary & Benefits were $14,435 higher than last year, due to higher Salaries (up by $6,974), higher Payroll Taxes (up $2,590), higher Group Insurance and Pension costs (up $3,359) and higher Continuing education costs (up by $1,404). Other expenses for the seven months were $1,016 higher including the stampede lunch, which cost $911 vs. contributions of $235 for a loss of $676.
Net income for July was a negative $807, resulting in a year-to-date deficit of $15,846.
A more detailed report has been posted in the “Finance” section of the bulletin board.
(2) Deer Park United Church is exploring collaborative worship with Saint Andrew’s United Church. There will be 2 jointly planned services on September 8 and 15. If you have any questions or comments, please contact Jan van Egteren ([email protected]) or Tom Melvin ([email protected]). On Sept 22, there will be a Congregational Meeting to consider moving forward with collaborative worship with Saint Andrew’s.
(3) Deer Park United Church is seeking candidates for the following position:We require a Youth Ministry Coordinator, 10 hours per week, to lead the youth group for a weekday gathering, as well as to participate in other youth activities, here and elsewhere, and to share in planning youth participation. Please look at the job description on the Deer Park bulletin board. To apply, please leave your resume and cover letter at the church office, attention Anne Morgan, M&P. Please contact Anne Morgan, 403-474-5231, if you require further information. We require a police record check for this position. This will be a Congregational Designated Ministry position, but no formal training is required.
(4) Deer Park United Church is pleased to announce the hiring of June Steiner as a Children’s Ministry Coordinator, to work with Brenda Wong in administering and organizing the Spirit Kids Club. This dynamic team will facilitate another positive year for our children. Welcome, June, and welcome back, Brenda.
Ministry of Spiritual Formation
(5) Children and Youth News (ages 3 – 17)
September 8
- Joint Sunday School with St Andrews starts 15 minutes into Worship
- Registration – Before Worship and during Kids Club. Both churches will register together.
- Meeting for Deer Parker’s interested in our children and youth after Worship in Age 3 – 5 room
September 15
- Joint Sunday School with St Andrews starts 15 minutes into Worship
- Registration – Before Worship and during Kids Club. Both churches will register together.
- Welcome Back Barbecue – after worship, there will be games
September 22
- Registration – Before Worship and during Kids Club (Deer Park Only)
- Sunday School (Deer Park only) starts 15 minutes into Worship
Opportunities to support our Youth and Children – People of all ages are invited to join us to Teach, Assistant, Provide Snacks, Photocopy, Purchase Supplies, Organize supply closet, organize special events, organize games, share a special talent (music, woodworking, art, ???). For an opportunity to gain another perspective by spending time with children and youth, contact Brenda Wong at 403-254-9266, [email protected] or DPUC’s church office at or 403-278-8263. A police check may be required. It takes a village to raise a child.
Ministry of Community
(6) Attention All Coffee Lovers! We are back and need you to help us “man or woman” Coffee after Sunday Service, Sign Up Sheet Is Now Up and Open for Great Spots. If you have any questions, please contact Sheyne at 403-212-1473
(7) DPUC WELCOME HOME – September 15th
Please join us as we welcome old and new friends to Deer Park. M&M Meat Shops will be supplying hamburgers, hotdogs, and juice. We will also have children’s games and Sunrayz Entertainment.
Please consider bringing a salad, side or dessert.
Volunteers are required to help with set-up, clean-up and serving.
Bring a friend – we would love to meet them.
For more information, please contact: JoAnn Poppleton 403-640-9402
Ministry of Social Justice and Outreach
(8) Malawi Water Project:
PENNIES FOR MALAWI: Over $1250 collected! We will continue to collect throughout the year.
See insert with details regarding Malawi Fundraising Dinner on September 28th.
August copies of Mandate, the Mission and Service magazine are available for borrowing under the happenings bulletin board. There are many interesting articles about the church’s outreach in communities in Canada and around the world.
Photo in DPUC Website – Please contact the church office if you do not wish your picture to appear on the DPUC website. The redesigned website is now available. Please take a look at www.dpuc.ca and let us know what you think.
News from Other Churches and the Community
See happenings bulletin board for more information:
Friends of Fish Creek Park: Newsletter posted on bulletin board.
–Meditation in Fish Creek: Saturdays, 9 -10 a.m., August 3 – Sept. 14. $10 each. Meet at Bow Valley Ranch. Register in advance: 403-238-3841. Bring a mat and/or cushion, water, wear comfortable clothing.
–Minibus Tours in Fish Creek: To register: 403-238-3841
- Geology Tour: Thursday, August 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. Instructed by Katherine Boggs, MRU Geology Professor. $20
- Nature Photography: Tuesday, August 27 from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (rain date Aug. 28); Instructed by Mark Garbutt, a professional photographer. $25.
– Autumn Birding Course: See details on bulletin board
Hillhurst UC:
- Have you heard of “Something Completely Different.”?
Hillhurst welcomes you to our Something Completely Different group – where all LGBTQ people and friends for conversation around issues of sexuality and faith. We will have time for socializing, conversations around spirituality and opportunities for sharing. Themes and focuses will change each month. We usually meet on the fourth Sunday of each month on location at the church.
Our next meeting is Sunday, August 25 at 7pm, for an awesome film, popcorn, and short conversation! All are welcome.
- We will be walking in the Pride Parade on Sunday, September 1st, from 12pm-1:30pm. Please join us along Stephen Avenue from Olympic Plaza to Shaw Millenium Park. You can walk with us from the church (we have to be in our designated location by 11:30am, or meet us there!) Contact Lynn at [email protected] for more info on the route or to see how you can help out!
Northminster UC: 60th Anniversary Celebration on Sunday, September 22. Worship at 10:30 a.m. Lunch at 11:30 a.m.
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General presents an Open House September 10 from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Calgary Young Offender Centre. Displays and presentations from Calgary Correctional Centre, Calgary Remand Centre and Calgary Young Offender Centre.
Western Women’s Conference at Naramata with Carolyn McDade: September 27-29 www.naramatacentre.net
Inn from the Cold Gala: Sat., September 28th, 5:30- 10:00 at Hotel Arts [[email protected]] Help support less fortunate families while enjoying a magical night out with your own family
Campus Ministry Coffee House at Woodcliff UC with Paul Rumbolt and Open Mike Night. September 28 at 7:30 p.m. See Children and Youth bulletin board.
Renfrew UC: Turkey Supper on Saturday, September 28. Sittings at
5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Adult $13/Child $5 (4-12) Tickets: 403-277-1571
Wellspring Calgary is a community that provides a comprehensive range of support, resources and programs for anyone living with cancer and the people who care about them. The Fall list of their programs is now available in the pamphlet rack beside the south door of the sanctuary. Courses range from Expressive Arts, Movement and Fitness, Meditative Arts, Outdoor Programs, Horticulture, and Self Care to more cancer-linked concerns. These may vary from registered to drop in opportunities. Wellspring is a charitable organization depending only upon donations.
Cantaré Children’s Choir’s new office will be at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church. They will offer their choir program there and also at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Sundance for the 2013-2014 season
St. Matthew’s UC: is looking for a classically trained organist/pianist. See information on happenings bb.
Newt’s Books: As of September 1st, there will be a 50% sale on selected books, bookmarks and cds in stock. Newt’s has books specializing in areas of grief, recovery, life skills, spiritual growth, healing and children’s books. Email: [email protected] for an updated book list. As of December 31st, Newt’s Books will no longer be open.
