A benevolent fund has been set up for the migrant worker who lost both legs in a farming accident earlier this year. Donations can be made to Kilbride United Church this fund; please note the details on your cheque or in your offering envelope.

Rev. Lorna will be leading a four week Advent Study at Carlisle to which anyone interested is invited. It will run Thursday afternoons at 3:00pm on the 23rd and 30th of November and the 7th and 14th of December.  No book purchase necessary.  We will be “On the Road with Jesus:  Birth and Ministry” with Ben Witherington.

The Wesley Christmas Store, running from December 13-22,  is a much-anticipated annual program running in Hamilton for more than 30 years for those living below the low-income cut-off in our community. The premise is simple: instead of using money, people who access our Christmas store pay with points, based on the number of people in their families. Last year, this program was accessed by more than 2,500 people in Hamilton. Wesley’s Christmas Store is special because it allows people to choose their own gifts, and our system accommodates all family compositions, including single adults. Kilbride can help by donating gifts, gift cards (eg. Walmart, President’s Choice, Tim Hortons) and non perishable food items. Kilbride and Carlisle will be going to help at the Christmas Store we will be helping with the Wesley Christmas store once again on Monday December 18 from 9:30am with shifts for only the morning and those who wish can stay till 4:30pm. Please join this very special time along with our friends from Carlisle to help others have a Christmas. Call Sharon at 905.689.8638.

Share the Spirit event at Kilbride on Saturday December 9 from 8:00am to noon. Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale. We  are looking for your donations of baking (packaged and price) and gifts, gift cards (see above notice)/non-perishable food items for the Wesley Christmas Store. Help at the breakfast and bake table is appreciated.

Advent Services are December 3, 10 and 17 in Kilbride. Advent 4 service on December 24 will be a joint service in Carlisle at 10:00am. December 31 service will be a joint service in Kilbride at 10:00am.

There will be a brief board meeting on Sunday December 17 at 9:15am to approve the 2018 budget. Budget details will be sent to board members in advance of the meeting.

Farewell lunch for Rev. Lorna will held in Carlisle after their service on Sunday January 7.

On the Way to Bethlehem, Friday December 1 to Sunday December 3, 6:30-8:30pm at Country Heritage Park, telling the Christmas story in an outdoor, living pageant. Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, 6-12 is $2, under 6 are free. A project of Milton Area Christian Churches Working Together. More information at onthewaytobethlehem.com.

The Christmas Card on Friday December 1, 7:30pm at Lowville United Church. Presenting a dramatic reading of Stuart McLean’s The Christmas Card from ‘The Unreleased Stories’ of the Vinyl Café. Performed by Chris Reid, actor with the Burlington Performing Arts Tottering Biped Theatre. Enjoy some good ol’ rock and roll live music by Lakeshore 6. Hor d’oevres and hot apple cider to follow. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the local food bank. Free will offering.

Milton Choristers presents Handel’s Messiah on Saturday December 2, 7:30pm at the FirstOntario Arts Centre, Milton. Adult $25, Senior $20, child/student $5. More information at miltonchoristers.com.

Comfort and Joy Service on Sunday December 10, 7:30pm, at St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. This beautiful service is a celebration and remembrance of those who have experienced challenge and loss, with candle lighting and communion. For information 905.854.9959 or 905.299.8492.

On Sunday November 19 there will be a presentation on a trip to Kenya.

A benevolent fund has been set up for the migrant worker who lost both legs in a farming accident earlier this year. Donations can be made to Kilbride United Church this fund; please note the details on your cheque or in your offering envelope.

Rev. Lorna will be leading a four week Advent Study at Carlisle to which anyone interested is invited. It will run Thursday afternoons at 3:00pm on the 23rd and 30th of November and the 7th and 14th of December.  No book purchase necessary.  We will be “On the Road with Jesus:  Birth and Ministry” with Ben Witherington.

Christmas Tree Decorating at Kilbride is on the evening of Thursday November 23. Help is appreciated.

Sunday November 26 worship at Kilbride. ‘Hanging of the Greens’.

The Wesley Christmas Store, running from December 13-22,  is a much-anticipated annual program running in Hamilton for more than 30 years for those living below the low-income cut-off in our community. The premise is simple: instead of using money, people who access our Christmas store pay with points, based on the number of people in their families.Last year, this program was accessed by more than 2,500 people in Hamilton.Wesley’s Christmas Store is special because it allows people to choose their own gifts, and our system accommodates all family compositions, including single adults. Kilbride can help by donating gifts and non perishable food items. Kilbride and Carlisle will be going to help at the Christmas Store (date to be determined) and will take your gifts to store.

Share the Spirit event at Kilbride on Saturday December 9 from 8:00am to noon. Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale. We  are looking for your donations of baking (packaged and price) and gifts/non-perishable food items for the Wesley Christmas Store. Help at the breakfast and bake table is appreciated.

Advent Services are December 3, 10 and 17 in Kilbride. Advent 4 service on December 24 will be a joint service in Carlisle at 10:00am. December 31 service will be a joint service in Kilbride at 10:00am.

There will be a brief board meeting on Sunday December 17 at 9:15am to approve the 2018 budget. Budget details will be sent to board members in advance of the meeting.

Farewell lunch for Rev. Lorna will held in Carlisle after their service on Sunday January 7.

Prayer with the songs of Taízé, Sunday November 19, 7:30pm at Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Drive in Burlington. Quiet ecumenical worship with singing and candlelight.

Artisan and Vendor Sale, Saturday November 25, 10:00am-3:00pm. At Carlisle United Church.

Fiddling Around Canada for 150 Years by the Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra on Saturday November 25, 2:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Featuring music by Don Messer, Ned Landry, Al Cherney, Stompin’ Tom and the Hockey Song, and more. There’ll be door prizes and a reception to follow. Adults $20, Students $10, 6 and under are free. Tickets available from the church office, and may be paid with cash, cheque ,Visa/MC (phone or in person) or Debit (in person).

On the Way to Bethlehem, Friday December 1 to Sunday December 3, 6:30-8:30pm at Country Heritage Park, telling the Christmas story in an outdoor, living pageant. Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, 6-12 is $2, under 6 are free. A project of Milton Area Christian Churches Working Together. More information at onthewaytobethlehem.com.

The Christmas Card on Friday December 1, 7:30pm at Lowville United Church. Presenting a dramatic reading of Stuart McLean’s The Christmas Card from ‘The Unreleased Stories’ of the Vinyl Café. Performed by Chris Reid, actor with the Burlington Performing Arts Tottering Biped Theatre. Enjoy some good ol’ rock and roll live music by Lakeshore 6. Hor d’oevres and hot apple cider to follow. Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the local food bank. Free will offering.

Milton Choristers presents Handel’s Messiah on Saturday December 2, 7:30pm at the FirstOntario Arts Centre, Milton. Adult $25, Senior $20, child/student $5. More information at miltonchoristers.com.

Comfort and Joy Service on Sunday December 10, 7:30pm, at St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. This beautiful service is a celebration and remembrance of those who have experienced challenge and loss, with candle lighting and communion. For information 905.854.9959 or 905.299.8492

There is an Official Board meeting on Tuesday November 14 at 7:00pm at Carlisle United Church and Kilbride United Church Board meeting on Wednesday November 15 at 7:00pm.

Final Seniors’ Lunch is on Tuesday November 14 at noon.

On Sunday November 19 there will be a presentation on a trip to Kenya.

Rev. Lorna will be leading a four week Advent Study at Carlisle to which anyone interested is invited. It will run Thursday afternoons at 3:00pm on the 23rd and 30th of November and the 7th and 14th of December.  No book purchase necessary.  We will be “On the Road with Jesus:  Birth and Ministry” with Ben Witherington.

Craft, Bake and Book Sale on Saturday November 18, 9:00am to 1:00pm. Home-baked cookies, squares, loaves, pies & fruit cake, Deli of meat pies, cabbage rolls, salads & preserves, hand-made crafts & quilts, used books & more! Enjoy a delicious lunch of home-made soup, breads and dessert. St James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr, Waterdown. http://www.stjameswaterdown.ca.

Seasons Milton 3^rd Annual Christmas Bazaar, Saturday November 18, 10:00am-2:00pm. Shop for one of a kind items and gifts. Free chili lunch from noon to 1:00pm. First 100 guests get a free gift! 760 Bronte Street south in Milton.

Prayer with the songs of Taízé, Sunday November 19, 7:30pm at Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Drive in Burlington. Quiet ecumenical worship with singing and candlelight.

The Burlington Age-Friendly Council presents another Empowering Seniors event: Affordable Housing Options on Tuesday November 21, 2017 at 1:00pm at the  Burlington Central Public Library, 2331 New Street (Centennial Hall). The purpose of the event is to Come & Learn – 1) The variety of affordable housing option in Halton, 2) The Halton HomeShare program 3) Housing design & adaptability. You can register online at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/affordable-housing-options-empowering-seniors-series-tickets-39231912707. Any questions please email: info@burlingtonagefriendly.ca and visit the Burlington Age-Friendly website at: http://burlingtonagefriendly.ca/

Artisan and Vendor Sale, Saturday November 25, 10:00am-3:00pm. At Carlisle United Church. More details to come.

Fiddling Around Canada for 150 Years by the Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra on Saturday November 25, 2:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Featuring music by Don Messer, Ned Landry, Al Cherney, Stompin’ Tom and the Hockey Song, and more. There’ll be door prizes and a reception to follow. Adults $20, Students $10, 6 and under are free. Tickets available from the church office, Nancy Whitnell and Jim Hawkins and may be paid with cash, cheque plus through the office only using Visa/MC (phone or in person) or Debit (in person). All proceeds to the work of St Paul’s.

On the Way to Bethlehem, Friday December 1 to Sunday December 3, 6:30-8:30pm at Country Heritage Park, telling the Christmas story in an outdoor, living pageant. Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, 6-12 is $2, under 6 are free. A project of Milton Area Christian Churches Working Together. More information at onthewaytobethlehem.com.

Milton Choristers presents Handel’s Messiah on Saturday December 2, 7:30pm at the FirstOntario Arts Centre, Milton. Adult $25, Senior $20, child/student $5. More information at miltonchoristers.com.

We welcome members of the local Scouting and Guiding groups and their families today  for our Remembrance Day service.

There is an Official Board meeting on Tuesday November 14 at 7:00pm at Carlisle United Church and Kilbride United Church Board meeting on Wednesday November 15 at 7:00pm.

Final Seniors’ Lunch is on Tuesday November 14 at noon.

On Sunday November 19 there will be a presentation on a trip to Kenya.

Rev. Lorna will be leading a four week Advent Study at Carlisle to which anyone interested is invited. It will run Thursday afternoons at 3:00pm on the 23rd and 30th of November and the 7th and 14th of December.  No book purchase necessary.  We will be “On the Road with Jesus:  Birth and Ministry” with Ben Witherington.

Wesley Urban Ministries Marketplace on Tuesday November 7, noon-1:30pm at the David Braley Health Science Centre, 100 Main Street West, Health Campus 2032 Auditorium (2^nd Fl) in Hamilton. Drop by Wesley’s Marketplace to learn about all of our community supports in Hamilton. Lunch is on us! Learn more about local poverty supports, refugee resettlement, harm reduction, transitional care and much more!

Diwali Celebration, Friday November 10 from 7:00-9:00pm at the Milton Memorial Arena, Lion’s Hall, presented by MPP Indira Naidoo Harris. This free event includes cultural presentations, food and children’s crafts. All welcome!

Christmas in the Country Bazaar, Saturday November 11, 10:00am-2:00pm. At Carlisle United Church. More details to follow.

Craft, Bake and Book Sale on Saturday November 18, 9:00am to 1:00pm. Home-baked cookies, squares, loaves, pies & fruit cake, Deli of meat pies, cabbage rolls, salads & preserves, hand-made crafts & quilts, used books & more! Enjoy a delicious lunch of home-made soup, breads and dessert. St James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr, Waterdown. http://www.stjameswaterdown.ca.

Seasons Milton 3^rd Annual Christmas Bazaar, Saturday November 18, 10:00am-2:00pm. Shop for one of a kind items and gifts. Free chili lunch from noon to 1:00pm. First 100 guests get a free gift! 760 Bronte Street south in Milton.

Prayer with the songs of Taízé, Sunday November 19, 7:30pm at Port Nelson United Church, 3132 South Drive in Burlington. Quiet ecumenical worship with singing and candlelight.

The Burlington Age-Friendly Council presents another Empowering Seniors event: Affordable Housing Options on Tuesday November 21, 2017 at 1:00pm at the  Burlington Central Public Library, 2331 New Street (Centennial Hall). The purpose of the event is to Come & Learn – 1) The variety of affordable housing option in Halton, 2) The Halton HomeShare program 3) Housing design & adaptability. You can register online at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/affordable-housing-options-empowering-seniors-series-tickets-39231912707. Any questions please email: info@burlingtonagefriendly.ca and visit the Burlington Age-Friendly website at: http://burlingtonagefriendly.ca/

Artisan and Vendor Sale, Saturday November 25, 10:00am-3:00pm. At Carlisle United Church. More details to come.

Fiddling Around Canada for 150 Years by the Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra on Saturday November 25, 2:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Featuring music by Don Messer, Ned Landry, Al Cherney, Stompin’ Tom and the Hockey Song, and more. There’ll be door prizes and a reception to follow. Adults $20, Students $10, 6 and under are free. Tickets available from the church office, Nancy Whitnell and Jim Hawkins and may be paid with cash, cheque plus through the office only using Visa/MC (phone or in person) or Debit (in person). All proceeds to the work of St Paul’s.

On the Way to Bethlehem, Friday December 1 to Sunday December 3, 6:30-8:30pm at Country Heritage Park, telling the Christmas story in an outdoor, living pageant. Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, 6-12 is $2, under 6 are free. A project of Milton Area Christian Churches Working Together. More information at onthewaytobethlehem.com.

Milton Choristers presents Handel’s Messiah on Saturday December 2, 7:30pm at the FirstOntario Arts Centre, Milton. Adult $25, Senior $20, child/student $5. More information at miltonchoristers.com.

A Lay Visitation Team has been gathered together by Rev. Lorna. Serving on this team for Carlisle are Linda Dodman, Joan Eagle, Sheila Garrett and Drew Mudge. Serving on the team for Kilbride are Sharon Banks and Sharon Curran. We ask your prayers and support for this team as they get under way.

Tansley Traditions on Saturday November 4, 9:30am to 3:30pm at Tansley United Church, 2111 Walker’s Line in Burlington. Artisans, Granny’s Attic, home baking, soup and sandwich lunch.

Wesley Urban Ministries Marketplace on Tuesday November 7, noon-1:30pm at the David Braley Health Science Centre, 100 Main Street West, Health Campus 2032 Auditorium (2^nd Fl) in Hamilton. Drop by Wesley’s Marketplace to learn about all of our community supports in Hamilton. Lunch is on us! Learn more about local poverty supports, refugee resettlement, harm reduction, transitional care and much more!

Diwali Celebration, Friday November 10 from 7:00-9:00pm at the Milton Memorial Arena, Lion’s Hall, presented by MPP Indira Naidoo Harris. This free event includes cultural presentations, food and children’s crafts. All welcome!

Christmas in the Country Bazaar, Saturday November 11, 10:00am-2:00pm. At Carlisle United Church. More details to follow.

Craft, Bake and Book Sale on Saturday November 18, 9:00am to 1:00pm. Home-baked cookies, squares, loaves, pies & fruit cake, Deli of meat pies, cabbage rolls, salads & preserves, hand-made crafts & quilts, used books & more! Enjoy a delicious lunch of home-made soup, breads and dessert. St James United Church, 306 Parkside Dr, Waterdown. http://www.stjameswaterdown.ca.

Seasons Milton 3^rd Annual Christmas Bazaar, Saturday November 18, 10:00am-2:00pm. Shop for one of a kind items and gifts. Free chili lunch from noon to 1:00pm. First 100 guests get a free gift! 760 Bronte Street south in Milton.

The Burlington Age-Friendly Council presents another Empowering Seniors event: Affordable Housing Options on Tuesday November 21, 2017 at 1:00pm at the  Burlington Central Public Library, 2331 New Street (Centennial Hall). The purpose of the event is to Come & Learn – 1) The variety of affordable housing option in Halton, 2) The Halton HomeShare program 3) Housing design & adaptability. You can register online at: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/affordable-housing-options-empowering-seniors-series-tickets-39231912707. Any questions please email: info@burlingtonagefriendly.ca and visit the Burlington Age-Friendly website at: http://burlingtonagefriendly.ca/

Artisan and Vendor Sale, Saturday November 25, 10:00am-3:00pm. At Carlisle United Church. More details to come.

Fiddling Around Canada for 150 Years by the Puslinch Fiddle Orchestra on Saturday November 25, 2:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Featuring music by Don Messer, Ned Landry, Al Cherney, Stompin’ Tom and the Hockey Song, and more. There’ll be door prizes and a reception to follow. Adults $20, Students $10, 6 and under are free. Tickets available from the church office, Nancy Whitnell and Jim Hawkins and may be paid with cash, cheque plus through the office only using Visa/MC (phone or in person) or Debit (in person). All proceeds to the work of St Paul’s.

On the Way to Bethlehem, Friday December 1 to Sunday December 3, 6:30-8:30pm at Country Heritage Park, telling the Christmas story in an outdoor, living pageant. Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, 6-12 is $2, under 6 are free. A project of Milton Area Christian Churches Working Together. More information at onthewaytobethlehem.com.

Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the pastoral charge at Carlisle United Church today at 12:30pm for the purpose of receiving the report and recommendation of the Joint Search Committee to address the ministerial vacancy. Our congregation has been invited to come earlier to our joint congregational meeting at Carlisle so that we can enjoy their coffee hour before 12:30pm.

 Carlisle United Church is looking for a new caretaker. If you know of anyone that might be interested please have them contact the office at Carlisle for further information.

Wesley Urban Ministries Marketplace on Tuesday November 7, noon-1:30pm at the David Braley Health Science Centre, 100 Main Street West, Health Campus 2032 Auditorium (2^nd Fl) in Hamilton. Drop by Wesley’s Marketplace to learn about all of our community supports in Hamilton. Lunch is on us! Learn more about local poverty supports, refugee resettlement, harm reduction, transitional care and much more!

Diwali Celebration, Friday November 10 from 7:00-9:00pm at the Milton Memorial Arena, Lion’s Hall, presented by MPP Indira Naidoo Harris. This free event includes cultural presentations, food and children’s crafts. All welcome!

Seasons Milton 3^rd Annual Christmas Bazaar, Saturday November 18, 10:00am-2:00pm. Shop for one of a kind items and gifts. Free chili lunch from noon to 1:00pm. First 100 guests get a free gift! 760 Bronte Street south in Milton.

Artisan and Vendor Sale, Saturday November 25. At Carlisle United Church. More details to come.

On the Way to Bethlehem, Friday December 1 to Sunday December 3, 6:30-8:30pm at Country Heritage Park, telling the Christmas story in an outdoor, living pageant. Admission is $5 for those 13 and older, 6-12 is $2, under 6 are free. A project of Milton Area Christian Churches Working Together. More information at onthewaytobethlehem.com.

Notice is hereby given of a meeting of the pastoral charge at Carlisle United Church on Sunday October 22, 2017 at 12:30 pm for the purpose of receiving the report and recommendation of the Joint Search Committee to address the ministerial vacancy.

Carlisle United Church is looking for a new caretaker. If you know of anyone that might be interested please have them contact the office at Carlisle for further information.

UNITED2RING Bell Choir at Carlisle United Church today at the 11:00am service. Join us for a unique musical experience.

Milton Historical Society invites you to join our guided walking tours. Historic Martin Street (October 15 at 2:00pm), Historic Mill and Victoria Streets area (October 21 at 10:00am), Historic Victoria Park Square and area (October 28 at 2:00pm) and Historic Main Street (October 29 at 2:00pm). Tours begin at 16 James Street. Cost is $10 per person (payable at time of walk). Walks must be booked in advance as space is limited. Book at info@miltonhistoricalsociety.ca or call 905.875.4156 or in person at the MHS office, Wednesday or Saturday until noon.

Rev. Mark Curtis, the singing priest of Canada, will be bringing his message of Thanksliving to Lowville United Church this evening at 7:00pm. Please highlight your calendars for this special, musical sermon that speaks to hope and revitalization for the future. Small is big in the world of faith building relationships.  It is a message that you will not want to miss.

Linnea Good In Concert. Monday October 16 at 7:00pm, West Plains United Church, 549 Plains Road West, Burlington, Ontario, join Canadian hymnwriter-pianist-singer Linnea Good and drummer David Jonsson for an evening of lively music-making that is faith-filled and joyful!  General seating in the accessible sanctuary at West Plains. Tickets $15 each.  Call 905-529-4871 or email info@westplains.ca

Card Party, Monday October 16 at 7:00pm, St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. $10 per person, lunch and door prizes. For tickets, call 905.854.2479 or 905.854.2156.

Autumn Afternoon Tea, Saturday October 21, 2:00-4:00pm at Ebenezer United Church, 12274 Guelph Line. Presented by the Nasagiweya Historical Society, a fundraiser for the continued preservation o fthe history of Nassagaweya Township. $25 per person or special rate for tables of 8, advance booking only. Door prizes, illusionist, raffles, local history books for sale. For tickets, 519.822.4374, 905.876.3322 or info@nasagiweyahistoricalsociety.com. Information at http://www.nasagiweyahistoricalsociety.com

Carlisle United Church is looking for a new caretaker. If you know of anyone that might be interested please have them contact the office at Carlisle for further information.

Harvest Fair on Saturday October 14, 9:30am-1:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Celebrate Fall at the fair! Enjoy home baking and preserves, crafts and tiny treasures, a kids corner and a delicious lunch served from 11:00am-1:00pm. More details at stpaulsmilton.com.

‘Yours Affectionately’ Concert on Saturday October 14, 7:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Rosanne Warren, flute, Larisa Gulenco, piano  and Marion Samuel-Stevens, soprano, with support by St Paul’s choir present a concert including actual letters sent by Ontario settlers back to their loved ones in Scotland in the mid 1800’s, and music popular in the era. Admission is by donation at the door, suggested at 15$. Be part of Canada’s birthday party and soak up local history and music. See you there!

UNITED2RING Bell Choir at Carlisle United Church on Sunday October 15 at the 11:00am service. Join us for a unique musical experience.

Milton Historical Society invites you to join our guided walking tours. Historic Martin Street (October 15 at 2:00pm), Historic Mill and Victoria Streets area (October 21 at 10:00am), Historic Victoria Park Square and area (October 28 at 2:00pm) and Historic Main Street (October 29 at 2:00pm). Tours begin at 16 James Street. Cost is $10 per person (payable at time of walk). Walks must be booked in advance as space is limited. Book at info@miltonhistoricalsociety.ca or call 905.875.4156 or in person at the MHS office, Wednesday or Saturday until noon.

Rev. Mark Curtis, the singing priest of Canada, will be bringing his message of Thanksliving to Lowville United Church on Sunday October 15 at 7:00pm. Please highlight your calendars for this special, musical sermon that speaks to hope and revitalization for the future. Small is big in the world of faith building relationships.  It is a message that you will not want to miss.

Linnea Good In Concert. Monday October 16 at 7:00pm, West Plains United Church, 549 Plains Road West, Burlington, Ontario, join Canadian hymnwriter-pianist-singer Linnea Good and drummer David Jonsson for an evening of lively music-making that is faith-filled and joyful!  Linnea’s songs are found in Voices United and More Voices, and include well-known hymns such as ‘Make a Joyful Noise’, ‘A Light Is Gleaming’, ‘Like a Rock’, ‘And When You Call For Me’ and others.  Linnea’s lively and energetic performances singing from the piano, together with David’s drumming, bring audiences to their feet in joyful song!   Join Linnea and David on this stop in their 2017 Ontario Tour! General seating in the accessible sanctuary at West Plains. Tickets $15 each.  Call 905-529-4871 or email info@westplains.ca

Card Party, Monday October 16 at 7:00pm, St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. $10 per person, lunch and door prizes. For tickets, call 905.854.2479 or 905.854.2156.

Autumn Afternoon Tea, Saturday October 21, 2:00-4:00pm at Ebenezer United Church, 12274 Guelph Line. Presented by the Nasagiweya Historical Society, a fundraiser for the continued preservation o fthe history of Nassagaweya Township. $25 per person or special rate for tables of 8, advance booking only. Door prizes, illusionist, raffles, local history books for sale. For tickets, 519.822.4374, 905.876.3322 or info@nasagiweyahistoricalsociety.com. Information at http://www.nasagiweyahistoricalsociety.com

Wesley Urban Ministries Marketplace on Tuesday November 7, noon-1:30pm at the David Braley Health Science Centre, 100 Main Street West, Health Campus 2032 Auditorium (2^nd Fl) in Hamilton. Drop by Wesley’s Marketplace to learn about all of our community supports in Hamilton. Lunch is on us! Learn more about local poverty supports, refugee resettlement, harm reduction, transitional care and much more!

Food Truck Fridays, each Friday from September 8 to October 6, 4:30-8:00pm at St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. Dine in or take out. Music and games! Follow St David’s on Facebook to see what trucks are attending each evening.

Followers of the Celtic Way, continuing weekly on Saturdays at 5:00pm, at St. George’s Anglican Church, 7051 Guelph Line, Campbellville.^.We offer a Celtic spirituality that emphasizes the goodness and sacredness of all God’s Creation as it informs our daily lives, and therefore calls us to be environmental stewards of Creation and to affirm the equality and dignity of all people. This is an informal gathering (50-60 minutes) of songs, meditation, and prayer, with the music accompanied each week by an instrument of a Celtic flavour such as fiddle, flute or harp.  A light supper will be provided afterwards. All ages welcome – come as you are.

Dessert Euchre, Monday, October 2 – 7:00 pm at Nassagaweya Presbyterian Church, 3097 15 Side Rd, Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0. Dessert will be served first with 8 games of Euchre to follow. The cost is $10 and everyone gets a prize. All are invited to come out for a fun evening of sweets and cards. http://www.nassagaweya.com

Harvest Fair on Saturday October 14, 9:30am-1:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Celebrate Fall at the fair! Enjoy home baking and preserves, crafts and tiny treasures, a kids corner and a delicious lunch served from 11:00am-1:00pm. More details at stpaulsmilton.com.

‘Yours Affectionately’ Concert on Saturday October 14, 7:00pm at St Paul’s United Church in Milton. Rosanne Warren, flute, Larisa Gulenco, piano  and Marion Samuel-Stevens, soprano, with support by St Paul’s choir present a concert including actual letters sent by Ontario settlers back to their loved ones in Scotland in the mid 1800’s, and music popular in the era. Admission is by donation at the door, suggested at 15$. Be part of Canada’s birthday party and soak up local history and music. See you there!

Thanks to everyone who helped at and donated to the Farewell Event for the Migrant Workers on Saturday evening. A great time was had by all!

Kilbride Fire Hall Open House in conjunction with Doors Open Burlington from 1 pm. to 4 pm. Saturday Sept. 30, 2017. Meet and talk to your local Volunteer Firefighters. Displays and information on Fire Safety & Seniors Programs (AAP) as well as displays on what we do and recruitment information. For addition information the contacts for this event are;
District Captain Jeff Swance 905-691-2033 jswance26@gmail.com
Acting Lieutenant James Patterson 289-441-3946 jimpatterson@hotmail.ca

Food Truck Fridays, each Friday from September 8 to October 6, 4:30-8:00pm at St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. Dine in or take out. Music and games! Follow St David’s on Facebook to see what trucks are attending each evening.

Followers of the Celtic Way, continuing weekly on Saturdays at 5:00pm, at St. George’s Anglican Church, 7051 Guelph Line, Campbellville.^.We offer a Celtic spirituality that emphasizes the goodness and sacredness of all God’s Creation as it informs our daily lives, and therefore calls us to be environmental stewards of Creation and to affirm the equality and dignity of all people. This is an informal gathering (50-60 minutes) of songs, meditation, and prayer, with the music accompanied each week by an instrument of a Celtic flavour such as fiddle, flute or harp.  A light supper will be provided afterwards. All ages welcome – come as you are.

An Evening of Song and Dessert. Mozart, Musicals and More! Featuring Sarah Shelley, soprano and Heather Olaveson, piano.  Friday September 29 at 7:30pm.  Carlisle United Church  Tickets: $20, 12 and under Free. Available from the church or at the door.

Dessert Euchre, Monday, October 2 – 7:00 pm at Nassagaweya Presbyterian Church, 3097 15 Side Rd, Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0. Dessert will be served first with 8 games of Euchre to follow. The cost is $10 and everyone gets a prize. All are invited to come out for a fun evening of sweets and cards. http://www.nassagaweya.com

Food Truck Fridays, each Friday from September 8 to October 6, 4:30-8:00pm at St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. Dine in or take out. Music and games! Follow St David’s on Facebook to see what trucks are attending each evening.

Interfaith event sponsored by the Hamilton Interfaith Peace Group. A facilitated Muslim-Christian dialogue on Saturday September 16 is from 1:00-5:00pm at the Spectator Auditorium, 44 Frid Street in Hamilton. It is free and open to the public. For information contact Anne  Pearson at pearsonam@sympatico.ca or see the Hamilton Interfaith Group facebook page.

Therapeutic Touch Health and Wellness Workshop, Level 1. Sept 22 (6:30-9:30pm) and Sept 23, 8:30am-5:30pm at Lowville United Church (Guelph Line and Britannia Road). Cost $75. Learn how to practise this healing art, with your teacher Alison Cooke, recognized practitioner since 1992. You will learn how to relax and centre, give a simple therapeutic touch session, integrate these principles into your life and help yourself and others with stress management, sleep problems, cancer therapy, pain relief, fibromyalgia and more. Register at Lowville_unitedchurch@rogers.com. Snacks and beverages provided, please bring a brown bag lunch for this event.

Everything is gearing up for another wonderful celebration with our friends from away. On Saturday, September 23 we will bid “Farewell for the Season” as our friends come to the end of their stay in Canada.  On the Friday before we will be setting up our store in the sanctuary and our cupboards are bare!  It’s time to ask family, friends and neighbours to clean out their closets for men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, women’s jewellery and suitcases and backpacks. No towels or bedding this time. I am thrilled to tell you that Bradon Dourgherty and his group will be entertaining our guests. Bradon is a graduate of Kilbride School so a number of alumni will also be attending that part of our evening.

An Evening of Song and Dessert. Mozart, Musicals and More! Featuring Sarah Shelley, soprano and Heather Olaveson, piano.  Friday September 29 at 7:30pm.  Carlisle United Church  Tickets: $20, 12 and under Free. Available from the church or at the door.

Services resume next week at regular times, 9:30am in Kilbride and 11:00am in Carlisle.

Food Truck Fridays, each Friday from September 8 to October 6, 4:30-8:00pm at St David’s Presbyterian Church in Campbellville. Dine in or take out. Music and games! Follow St David’s on Facebook to see what trucks are attending each evening.

Chinese Dinner Buffet at Freelton United Church, Saturday September 9. $20 per person, catered by  Kim Shan of Ancaster. Doors open at 5:30pm, meal at 6:00pm. For tickets call 905.659.1021 or 905.807.1790.

Interfaith event sponsored by the Hamilton Interfaith Peace Group. A facilitated Muslim-Christian dialogue on Saturday September 16 is from 1:00-5:00pm at the Spectator Auditorium, 44 Frid Street in Hamilton. It is free and open to the public. For information contact Anne  Pearson at pearsonam@sympatico.ca or see the Hamilton Interfaith Group facebook page.

Everything is gearing up for another wonderful celebration with our friends from away. On Saturday, September 23 we will bid “Farewell for the Season” as our friends come to the end of their stay in Canada.  On the Friday before we will be setting up our store in the sanctuary and our cupboards are bare!  It’s time to ask family, friends and neighbours to clean out their closets for men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, women’s jewellery and suitcases and backpacks. No towels or bedding this time. I am thrilled to tell you that Bradon Dourgherty and his group will be entertaining our guests. Bradon is a graduate of Kilbride School so a number of alumni will also be attending that part of our evening.

An Evening of Song and Dessert. Mozart, Musicals and More! Featuring Sarah Shelley, soprano and Heather Olaveson, piano.  Friday September 29 at 7:30pm.  Carlisle United Church  Tickets: $20, 12 and under Free. Available from the church or at the door.

Summer Services are held at 10:00am at Kilbride United Church in August (no services in Carlisle) from August 6 to September 3.

Chinese Dinner Buffet at Freelton United Church, Saturday September 9. $20 per person, catered by  Kim Shan of Ancaster. Doors open at 5:30pm, meal at 6:00pm. For tickets call 905.659.1021 or 905.807.1790

Summer Services are held at 10:00am at Kibride United Church in August (no services in Carlisle).

A message from CNIB Halton Peel. A number of blind and partially sighted community members are in need of local assistance. To support this, your local CNIB is recruiting volunteers for our Vision Mate program. Vision Mate volunteers work with clients that are blind or partially sighted for one-on-one assistance in the community. Volunteers help clients with activities such as reading, organizing, walking and shopping; outings such as going to the movies, events and even simple things like coffee & conversation. Volunteer hours are flexible, but a commitment of 4 hours a month is expected. Vision Mate volunteers make a tremendous difference in the lives of individuals who are blind or partially sighted. Volunteers help bring these often isolated individuals, out of their homes and into the community. If interested, please contact David Wallis, Program Lead, Peer & Home-based Support at 888-275-5332 ext. 5304 or david.wallis@cnib.ca

Summer Services are held at 10:00am at Kibride United Church in August (no services in Carlisle).

ONE Burlington Festival, Unity as Community. Celebrates Compassion, Kindness, Mutual Respect, Growing as Friends in our Community of Burlington. August 19, noon-4:00pm, Central Bandshell beside the Burlington Central Library, 2331 New Street. Free and open to the public, food and exhibits by community and faith groups. Cultural program, performances and children’s activities. Sponsored by various faith groups, the Halton Regional Police, Lions club. Rain location inside the arena. For more information: rnisan@gmail.com.

A message from CNIB Halton Peel. A number of blind and partially sighted community members are in need of local assistance. To support this, your local CNIB is recruiting volunteers for our Vision Mate program. Vision Mate volunteers work with clients that are blind or partially sighted for one-on-one assistance in the community. Volunteers help clients with activities such as reading, organizing, walking and shopping; outings such as going to the movies, events and even simple things like coffee & conversation. Volunteer hours are flexible, but a commitment of 4 hours a month is expected. Vision Mate volunteers make a tremendous difference in the lives of individuals who are blind or partially sighted. Volunteers help bring these often isolated individuals, out of their homes and into the community. If interested, please contact David Wallis, Program Lead, Peer & Home-based Support at 888-275-5332 ext. 5304 or david.wallis@cnib.ca

Today we welcome Diane Matheson-Jimenez, Minister of Social Justice and Youth.

The United Church of Canada is launching an Extreme Hunger Appeal as the humanitarian crisis is reaching a scale the world has not seen before in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen. There is also extreme hunger, malnutrition, and starvation in Kenya. All donations raised for this appeal will go to our
long-term Mission & Service partners, including ACT Alliance, which is saving lives in the region.  Note that the federal government is matching donations made by June 30, 2017.Ways to give to this appeal:

1. Online at http://www.united-church.ca/hunger-appeal
2. Phone 416.231.5931 or toll-free 1.800.268.3781 ext. 2738 and use your Visa or MasterCard
3. Send a cheque, money order, or Visa or MasterCard information with donation amount to:

The United Church of Canada
Philanthropy Unit – Emergency Response
3250 Bloor Street West, Suite 300
Toronto, ON M8X 2Y4.

The annual Kilbride United Church picnic is today, noon at the home of Maureen and George Trenkler on 6690 McNiven Road. Please bring salads and desserts, barbecued hotdogs and hamburgers will be supplied. Please bring along lawn chairs and your bathing suit! Hope to see you there.

Halton Region – Community Feedback. We want your feedback on Community safety & well-being in Halton. Please join us at a community consultation session to help shape community safety and well-being priorities in Halton and provide input on Halton’s draft Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. Community Safety & Well-Being in Halton: A Plan for Collaboration and Action Halton Region and the Halton Regional Police Service have partnered to develop a Community Safety and Well-Being Plan for Halton. The Plan provides a made-in Halton approach to strengthen how we collaborate with community partners to support vulnerable populations and build safe and healthy communities. The Plan was recently endorsed by Halton Regional Council and the Halton Regional Police Services Board as a draft for public consultation and we would like your feedback. Visit halton.ca/safetyandwell-being to learn more about the Plan and to register, or call 311. In Milton, the session is on Wednesday July 12, 6 – 8:00pm at the Milton Sports Centre (Optimist Room) 605 Santa Maria Boulevard, Milton.

Who should attend?

• Residents
  • Organizations that provide health, social and community services to Halton residents
  • Community agencies/groups
  • Faith organizations
  • Others with an interest in issues that impact

Grand River Cruise on Tuesday August 15, 2017 from 9:30am to 5:15pm.St Paul’s United in Milton invites you to join us on the Grand River Cruise! This cruise comes highly recommended and is ‘rain or shine’. Come and have a special day together enjoying great fellowship! There is bus transportation to and from Milton, three hour luncheon cruise with a 3 course roast beef dinner, live music show featuring ‘The Blazing Fiddles’, video presentation on the Grand River and more. Departing from Milton at 9:30am and return by 5:15pm. All inclusive price per person is $90. Book your cruise or for more information, contact Nancy Whitnell at 905.864.6667 or the St Paul’s church office at 905.878.8895 x. 21 or info@stpaulsmilton.com.

The annual Kilbride United Church picnic will be held on Sunday June 25 at noon at the home of Maureen and George Trenkler on 6690 McNiven Road. Please bring salads and desserts, barbecued hotdogs and hamburgers will be supplied. Please bring along lawn chairs and your bathing suit! Hope to see you there.

Thanks to everyone who helped and/or donated to the migrant workers welcome last night, a great time was had by all!

Grand River Cruise on Tuesday August 15, 2017 from 9:30am to 5:15pm.St Paul’s United in Milton invites you to join us on the Grand River Cruise! This cruise comes highly recommended and is ‘rain or shine’. Come and have a special day together enjoying great fellowship! There is bus transportation to and from Milton, three hour luncheon cruise with a 3 course roast beef dinner, live music show featuring ‘The Blazing Fiddles’, video presentation on the Grand River and more. Departing from Milton at 9:30am and return by 5:15pm. All inclusive price per person is $90. Book your cruise or for more information, contact Nancy Whitnell at 905.864.6667 or the St Paul’s church office at 905.878.8895 x. 21 or info@stpaulsmilton.com.

The United Church of Canada is launching an Extreme Hunger Appeal as the humanitarian crisis is reaching a scale the world has not seen before in Nigeria, Somalia, South Sudan, and Yemen. There is also extreme hunger, malnutrition, and starvation in Kenya. All donations raised for this appeal will go to our
long-term Mission & Service partners, including ACT Alliance, which is saving lives in the region.  Note that the federal government is matching donations made by June 30, 2017.Ways to give to this appeal:

1. Online at http://www.united-church.ca/hunger-appeal
2. Phone 416.231.5931 or toll-free 1.800.268.3781 ext. 2738 and use your Visa or MasterCard
3. Send a cheque, money order, or Visa or MasterCard information with donation amount to:

The United Church of Canada
Philanthropy Unit – Emergency Response
3250 Bloor Street West, Suite 300
Toronto, ON M8X 2Y4.

Migrant Worker Welcome. Our date is Saturday June 17  – we are looking for help to set up our store on the Friday afternoon at 1:00pm. We are still in search of a standalone basketball hoop that we could position in the backyard to be enjoyed by our migrant worker guests and  enjoyed by the community at other times.  Thank you from the bottom of my heart! Sharon

The annual Kilbride United Church picnic will be held on Sunday June 25 at noon at the home of Maureen and George Trenkler on 6690 McNiven Road. Please bring salads and desserts, barbecued hotdogs and hamburgers will be supplied. Please bring along lawn chairs and your bathing suit! Hope to see you there.

Grand River Cruise on Tuesday August 15, 2017 from 9:30am to 5:15pm.St Paul’s United in Milton invites you to join us on the Grand River Cruise! This cruise comes highly recommended and is ‘rain or shine’. Come and have a special day together enjoying great fellowship! There is bus transportation to and from Milton, three hour luncheon cruise with a 3 course roast beef dinner, live music show featuring ‘The Blazing Fiddles’, video presentation on the Grand River and more. Departing from Milton at 9:30am and return by 5:15pm. All inclusive price per person is $90. Book your cruise or for more information, contact Nancy Whitnell at 905.864.6667 or the St Paul’s church office at 905.878.8895 x. 21 or info@stpaulsmilton.com.