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A Christmas Angels wrapping party was held at Armour Heights Presbyterian Church before Christmas, in support of ARISE Ministry. ARISE Ministry is a charitable organization striving to empower individuals involved in the sex trade to reclaim their lives by provid- ing outreach, case management and spiritual care.
In October, Caledonia Presbyterian Church in Caledonia, Ont., held a fun and eventful “Cowboy Church” weekend. On Saturday, a dinner of pulled pork on a bun with baked beans and coleslaw was served, followed by an evening of music by local country gospel band, Over the Hill. On Sunday morning, everyone was invited to don their Western attire (cowboy hats included) to worship. The message of the worship service was “Lessons Learned from a Horse” and worship music included gospel favourites, such as “How Great Thou Art,” “Swing Low Sweet Chariot,” “Just a Closer Walk With Thee,” “Shall We Gather at the River” and “Will the Circle be Unbroken.” Those who had extra cowboy hats brought them to share with others for the morning. The whole experience was very well received as we “stepped outside the box” once again.
St. John’s Presbyterian Church in Bradford West Gwillimbury, Ont., kicked off the new year with the first anniversary celebration of their partner project, The Elden, a local Retirement community tailored to serving the “young-at- heart” senior and their families. Pictured here is Doris Walker and some of her family. Doris (in the red sweater) is a member of St John’s. Her husband, Arthur, was part of the team that negotiated the partnership between the church and Bekerman Properties Inc. be- fore he passed away. His service has resulted in a significant legacy for the church and answered a com- pelling need for residences for sen- iors in Bradford West Gwillimbury.
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The photos are from the Winter Greens and Festive Lights Christmas Market on Nov. 16, 2019, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Calgary, Alta., featured unique artisans, home baking and a market café. A special treat was the carolling performed by the Hims of Praise all-male choir group.
The congregation of Calvin Presbyterian Church in Halifax, N.S., recently celebrated the 50th wedding anniversary of the Rev. Dr. Sydney McDonald with friends and family.
Fifty people from St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Lindsay, Ont., met at Strike Point Bowling Centre early January for an evening of fun and fellowship.