Euchre on Wednesdays. Every other Wednesday at 1:00pm. Next dates are February 22, March 8, 22, April 5, 19, May 3, 17, 31, June 14, 28. No Euchre in July and August. St David’s Presbyterian Church, 132 Main St. (Guelph Line),
Campbellville; All are Welcome.

Pancake Supper at Lowville United Church on Tuesday February 28 at 5:00pm.

Living Mindfully. Mindfulness Meditation and connecting with our lives on
Thursdays at 3:00-4:30pmpm beginning March 9  to April 13. Led by Rev. Lorna.

Living Mindfully:  Connecting to Ourselves through Mindfulness Meditation:

Learning to live in deeper connection with our body, mind and spirit, our everyday lives and those around us

In learning to “live mindfully” we will be practicing ‘being’ and connecting to our own lives.

We spend a lot of time with our minds busy in the past or future and sometimes miss out on the present moments of our days.  That moment is all we have; the past is gone, the future is not yet here.

In learning to ‘live mindfully’ we begin to pay attention to our stress and how we sometimes are triggered to react to things.  We can begin to choose how to respond in our days rather than live reactively.

We learn a practice of meditation that can enable us to cope differently with life and find the moments of joy that sometimes we miss in our mental and physical business.

By learning to allow ourselves to be in the moment with things as they are and without trying to change anything we allow ourselves to be present to ourselves and to God in the place of both powerlessness and power.

A significant source of the material we will use is Kabat-Zinn.  Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your body and Mind to face Stress, Pain and Illness: New York: Delta, 1990. Participants are NOT expected to purchase this book.  You may wish to purchase it, or not, after the program.

Euchre on Wednesdays. Every other Wednesday at 1:00pm. Next dates are February 22, March 8, 22, April 5, 19, May 3, 17, 31, June 14, 28. No Euchre in July and August. St David’s Presbyterian Church, 132 Main St. (Guelph Line),
Campbellville; All are Welcome.

Pancake Supper at Lowville United Church on Tuesday February 28 at 5:00pm.

Living Mindfully. Mindfulness Meditation and connecting with our lives on
Thursdays at 3:00pm beginning March 9 and running until the final gathering on Maundy Thursday. Led by Rev. Lorna.

Kilbride United Church Annual Meeting is today, preceded by a potluck lunch.

Euchre on Wednesdays. Every other Wednesday at I:00pm. Next dates are February 8, 22, March 8, 22, April 5, 19, May 3, 17, 31, June 14, 28. No Euchre in July and August. St David’s Presbyterian Church, 132 Main St. (Guelph Line),
Campbellville; All are Welcome.

Milton Memories Round Tables. Bring your stories and pictures or listen as others talk on aspects of Milton’s fascinating history, a great opportunity for new Miltonians to learn about our community’s rich history. A different subject at each Saturday morning’s one hour session in the cozy Carriage Room located at Waldie’s Blacksmith Shop, 16 James Street. There is no registration, no charge and the coffee is free. Presented by the Milton Historical Society and starting Saturday February 11, continuing February 25, March 11, 25, April 8, 22, May 6 and ending May 10, 10:15-11:15am. Moderated by local historian Jim Dills.

Pancake Supper at Lowville United Church on Tuesday February 28 at 5:00pm.

Kilbride United Church Annual Meeting on February 5 preceded by a potluck lunch at noon.

Click here for the United Church Observer January 2017 update about the Syrian refugees.

The draft of the Joint Needs Assessment Committee (JNAC) Report has been completed. A summary report is available. Today a joint congregational meeting will be held after the worship service in Carlisle at about 12:15pm to give approval to the JNAC report.

Summary Report is available for reference and a

Final Report is on both church websites.

Upcoming Meetings

Congregational meeting of the pastoral charge on January 15, 12:15pm in Carlisle

Kilbride Board on January 18, 7:30pm in Kilbride

Annual Meeting on February 5 in Kilbride

The draft of the Joint Needs Assessment Committee (JNAC) Report has been completed. A summary report will be available at the church services  on Sunday January 1 and Sunday January 8, 2017. On Sunday January 15, 2017 a joint congregational meeting will be held after the worship service in Carlisle at about 12:15pm to give approval to the JNAC report.  A summary report will be available for reference and a full report will be on both church websites in advance of the meeting.

Upcoming Meetings

Joint Board on January 10, 7:00pm in Carlisle

Congregational meeting of the pastoral charge on January 15, 12:15pm
in Carlisle

Kilbride Board on January 18, 7:30pm in Kilbride

Annual Meeting on February 5 in Kilbride

The draft of the Joint Needs Assessment Committee (JNAC) Report has been completed. A summary report will be available at the church services  on Sunday January 1 and Sunday January 8, 2017. On Sunday January 15, 2017 a joint congregational meeting will be held after the worship service in Carlisle at about 12:15pm to give approval to the JNAC report.  A summary report will be available for reference and a full report will be on both church websites in advance of the meeting.

Seniors Christmas Lunch on Tuesday December 13. Musical prelude at 11:30am followed by the Christmas meal.

We need helpers for December 20 to join us at the Wesley Christmas Store.  If you are not able to attend perhaps you could ask family members or students needing those much needed volunteer hours.  You will not be disappointed.  If you are looking for the real reason we celebrate Christmas, you will find it on December 20 at the Wesley store when we arrive to fill the empty shelves with groceries and gifts.  Blessings to you and your family ahead of time for all you are doing to support this miracle on the 20^th.  So far we have only FOUR volunteers coming on the 20^th.  Sharon Banks…905 689 8638

Good News on Migrant Worker, Jesus. Jesus is the migrant worker who was severely injured in the summer when a motorist hit two workers, one of whom died.  Jesus and his daughter at back at home in Mexico.

Thanks to everyone who helped make Share the Spirit a success yesterday, from setups to takedowns, pancakes to baking!

Seniors Christmas Lunch on Tuesday December 13. Musical prelude at 11:30am followed by the Christmas meal.

We need helpers for December 20 to join us at the Wesley Christmas Store.  If you are not able to attend perhaps you could ask family members or students needing those much needed volunteer hours.  You will not be disappointed.  If you are looking for the real reason we celebrate Christmas, you will find it on December 20 at the Wesley store when we arrive to fill the empty shelves with groceries and gifts.  Blessings to you and your family ahead of time for all you are doing to support this miracle on the 20^th.  So far we have only FOUR volunteers coming on the 20^th.  Sharon Banks…905 689 8638

For those interested in a fun night out in the village of Kilbride check out the poster below.

And for the following night there is the traditional Christmas Eve Service at Kilbride Church at 630 pm.

On the Way to Bethlehem Nativity Pageant continues today from 6:30–8:30pm. Held at Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton. “On the Way to Bethlehem” is an outdoor Christmas Nativity Pageant. Arrive anytime from 6:30 until 8:30pm. This is primarily an outdoor experience so it is important to dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes or boots. This event is a MACCWT production –www.onthewaytobethlehem.ca

Names for the Messiah:  An Advent Study by Walter Brueggemann.
Explores four titles attributed to the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: Wonderful Counselor, Might God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace. Wednesdays at 7:30 pm beginning November 30.  Cost of book $18.50. If you would like a book please pick one up at the Carlisle United Church office before November 30.

St Paul’s Choir presents Coffee and “Suites”!  The LaRose Duo with Rosanne Warren from Campbellville on flute and Larisa Gulenco on piano will be at St Paul’s United Church in Milton for an afternoon of classical music, coffee, tea and sweets and a sing-along on Friday December 2 at 1:30pm. Donations at the door.

Share the Spirit Pancake Breakfast on Saturday December 3, 8am to noon at Kilbride United Church. Home bake table, local entertainment, all proceeds and donations to local charities. Please see the posters in the church for more information.

Seniors Christmas Lunch on Tuesday December 11. Musical prelude at 11:30am followed by the Christmas meal.

Wesley Centre Christmas Store – Here’s an opportunity to give back by volunteering to work at the store. Contact Sharon Banks for more details.

Share the Spirit December 3rd (8am-Noon) Pancake Breakfast All Morning, Home Baking Table, Local Entertainment, all in a festive setting! Let’s Share Our Kilbride Christmas Spirit with those less fortunate.

On the Way to Bethlehem Nativity Pageant continues today from 6:30–8:30pm. Held at Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton. “On the Way to Bethlehem” is an outdoor Christmas Nativity Pageant. Arrive anytime from 6:30 until 8:30pm. This is primarily an outdoor experience so it is important to dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes or boots. This event is a MACCWT production –www.onthewaytobethlehem.ca

Names for the Messiah:  An Advent Study by Walter Brueggemann.
Explores four titles attributed to the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: Wonderful Counselor, Might God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace. Wednesdays at 7:30 pm
beginning November 30.  Cost of book $18.50. If you would like a book please pick one up at the Carlisle United Church office before November 30.

St Paul’s Choir presents Coffee and “Suites”!  The LaRose Duo with Rosanne Warren from Campbellville on flute and Larisa Gulenco on piano will be at St Paul’s United Church in Milton for an afternoon of classical music, coffee, tea and sweets and a sing-along on Friday December 2 at 1:30pm. Cost is by donation at the door.

It’s that time of the year again!  Let’s all share our Kilbride Christmas Spirit with those less fortunate and enjoy the Pancake Breakfast. Hope to see you there!

Next church board meeting is November 9 at 7:30pm.

Kilbride/Carlisle Pastoral Charge is having a “Town Hall” meeting (Question & Answer session) at Carlisle United Church on Thursday November 10, 2016 at 7:30pm. You, your family and community members will have an opportunity to provide valuable input on how our new minister can best serve our Pastoral charge. Look forward to seeing you there. Bring your neighbours, friends, and young adults along.

Kilbride History Night on Tuesday November 15 at 7:00pm. An evening of films and displays of historic Kilbride. Seating is limited and we ask that anyone who would like to attend reserve a seat by calling Helen at 905.659.1947.

Craft, Bake and Book Sale, Saturday November 12, 9:00am to 1:00pm at St James United in Waterdown. Christmas items, home baking, jams and sauces, handmade items and quilts, used books. Enjoy a delicious soup lunch with dessert.

Carlisle United Church Christmas Bazaar, Saturday November 12, 10:00am to 2:00pm. The Country Kitchen will be open at 9:30am for snacks and refreshments. Lunch will be served later. The bazaar includes a penny sale and silent
auction. More information at carlisleuc.ca

Community Roundtable on Wednesday November 23 from 7:00 to 9:00pm at Lowville United Church. Bringing together City of Burlington representatives, other non-profit agencies together with the residents of the community, church members and business contacts. Our hope through a facilitated dialogue is to identify key needs and issues for this area.

On the Way to Bethlehem Nativity Pageant on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, November 25, 26 & 27, 2016 from 6:30–8:30pm. Held at Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton. “On the Way to Bethlehem” is an outdoor Christmas Nativity Pageant. Arrive anytime from 6:30 until 8:30pm. This is primarily an outdoor experience so it is important to dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes or boots. This event is a MACCWT production –www.onthewaytobethlehem.ca

Names for the Messiah:  An Advent Study by Walter Brueggemann.
Explores four titles attributed to the Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6: Wonderful Counselor, Might God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace. Wednesdays at 7:30 pm beginning November 30.  Cost of book $18.50. If you would like a book please pick one up at the Carlisle United Church office before November 30.

St Paul’s Choir presents Coffee and “Suites”!  The LaRose Duo with Rosanne Warren from Campbellville on flute and Larisa Gulenco on piano will be at St Paul’s United Church in Milton for an afternoon of classical music, coffee, tea and sweets and a sing-along on Friday December 2 at 1:30pm. Cost is by donation at the door.

Youth Unlimited Waterdown presents the YFC Gala, Friday November 4 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Waterdown, featuring award winning singing impressionist Mat Gauthier. Doors open at 6:00pm, dinner at 6:30pm. Tickets $50pp, reserve at 905.690.9639 or info@yfcwaterdown.com. More information on Youth Unlimited Waterdown and their work in youth ministry available at yfcwaterdown.com

Sunday November 6 we will be recognizing Remembrance Day.

Next church board meeting is November 9 at 7:30pm.

Kilbride History Night on Tuesday November 15. More details to follow.

43^rd Annual Arts and Crafts Show and Sale at East Plains United Church in Burlington. Saturday November 5, 9:00am to 3:00pm. 50+ artisans, silent auction, book sale, Granny’s Bargains, bake sale, lunch and  Christmas décor. Admission $1. eastplainsunitedchurch.com for information .

Craft, Bake and Book Sale, Saturday November 12, 9:00am to 1:00pm at St James United in Waterdown. Christmas items, home baking, jams and sauces, handmade items and quilts, used books. Enjoy a delicious soup lunch with dessert. stjameswaterdown.ca

On the Way to Bethlehem Nativity Pageant on Friday, Saturday & Sunday, November 25, 26 & 27, 2016 from 6:30–8:30pm. Held at Country Heritage Park, 8560 Tremaine Road, Milton. “On the Way to Bethlehem” is an outdoor Christmas Nativity Pageant. Arriving anytime from 6:30 until 8:30pm, visitors will enter the large reception area in Gambrel Barn, where they will enjoy the music of the mass choir. When ready, groups will travel the road to Bethlehem with a “guide.” On their 30–45 minute outdoor journey, visitors will witness King Herod’s court, interact with Roman soldiers, shepherds, magi, innkeepers and fellow travelers to reveal the Christmas story. At the end of their journey, visitors will follow a lamplight walkway to the refreshment area, where their “passports” will be stamped, and they can enjoy a warm drink and a cookie. When ready, they will be given a wagon ride to the exit. This is primarily an outdoor experience so it is important to dress warmly and wear comfortable walking shoes or boots. This event is a MACCWT production –www.onthewaytobethlehem.ca

Youth Unlimited Waterdown presents the YFC Gala, Friday November 4 at the Royal Canadian Legion in Waterdown, featuring award winning singing impressionist Mat Gauthier. Doors open at 6:00pm, dinner at 6:30pm. Tickets $50pp, reserve at 905.690.9639 or info@yfcwaterdown.com. More information on Youth Unlimited Waterdown and their work in youth ministry available at yfcwaterdown.com

Sunday November 6 we will be recognizing Remembrance Day.

Next church board meeting is November 9 at 7:30pm.

Kilbride History Night on Tuesday November 15. More details to follow.

This is Anniversary Sunday. There is a special coffee hour after the service to celebrate our church anniversary and a special birthday!

Sunday November 6 we will be recognizing Remembrance Day.

Next church board meeting is November 9 at 7:30pm.

Kilbride History Night on Tuesday November 15. More details to follow

Sunday October 16, Anniversary Sunday. We will also have a special coffee hour after the service to celebrate our church anniversary and a special birthday!

Sunday November 6 we will be recognizing Remembrance Day.

Next church board meeting is November 9 at 7:30pm.

Kilbride History Night on Tuesday November 15. More details to follow.

Sunday October 16, Anniversary Sunday. We will also have a special coffee hour after the service to celebrate our church anniversary and a special birthday!

Sunday November 6 we will be recognizing Remembrance Day.

Next church board meeting is November 9 at 7:30pm.

Kilbride History Night on Tuesday November 15. More details to follow.