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On Dec. 12, 2022, staff and elders at Knox Presbyterian Church in Toronto, Ont., presented a cheque for $100,000 to the staff and board members of Evangel Hall Mission (ehm). The day before, the congregation enjoyed Knox Toronto’s annual Christmas concert and singalong led by the Toronto Mass Choir.
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For several months, the craft group at Elmvale Presbyterian Church in Elmvale, Ont., who happen to be members of the Willing Workers Society and Women’s Missionary Society, worked hard to create 350 fabric bags for ARISE Minis- try. Forty of these fabric bags were Christmas-themed. Another 125 fabric bags, all Christmas-themed, were created for Place of Hope Indigenous Presbyterian Church in Winnipeg, Man. We know that they were put to a good use, which pleased our crafters, who love to create.
The congregation of First Presbyterian Church in Brandon, Man., celebrated Christmas Day with a communion ser- vice around a large table set up in the sanctuary and led by the Rev. Laura Hargrove. The music was provided by guest organist, Dr. Drew Quiring. The service offered an intimate family meal that was both fun and meaningful.
First Presbyterian Church in Brockville, Ont., began an ecumenical partnership with local Baptist and Anglican churches in January 2022 to serve free suppers on the fourth Sunday of each month to those in need in the com- munity. Over 150 people are fed each month. Throughout 2022, the meals were served as takeout only, due to Covid restrictions. But, starting January 2023, the option to eat in will be offered. First PC is grateful for the opportunity to minister to its community through table fellowship. It is also thankful for the team support from its ecumenical partners, and for the Presbytery of Seaway-Glengarry’s mission grant that helps fund the Sunday Supper start-up.
Bethel Presbyterian Church in Pictou Landing, N.S., held a Community Tree Lighting and Open House on Dec. 11, 2022. Elder Clara Mackenzie, who turned 92 on Jan. 1, 2023, is pictured with the tree in the sanctuary. Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston, pictured with Sam and Kevin, stopped by to deliver Christmas greetings and enjoy some cider and treats.