Lighthouse or Clubhouse? Which Are We? is the title of this Sunday's sermon by Rev. Carole Martignacco, Sabbatical Minister, with music by Sandra Hunt on the piano with the Parts in Peace Choir. The service begins at 10:30 - everyone is welcome and childcare is provided. During the month of January, all unidentified cash in the collection baskets will be donated to Head and Hands, an organization that works with youth to promote their physical and mental well-being. This Friday at 6 pm is our first Friday of the month potluck - bring along a dish to share and see what our community is all about. Read on to find out about more activities this week, such as play group, choir, and social and environmental concerns committee.
Sunday, January 29
Religious Education: Susan Gyetvay will be in charge during Caroline's absence this weekend. The Spirit Play children will hear the story of Miss Rumphius, a heroine for the Volet Pomise. Because the Mulanos are learning about Chinese New Year, they have invited the Spirit Play children to join them for some Chinese treats at 11:50 am; Spirt Play parents can collect their children after noon, downstairs.
Sunday, January 29, 1 pm
The UCM Men's Circle meets after the coffee hour. All are welcome. Contact: David McLeod at 514-488-6702
Contacts: Keith Robinson 514-931-9028 or Brian Brice 514-843-6497
Thursday, February 2, 7:30 to 9 pm
Musicians: Jean Séguin, Denis Barsalo
First Sunday of the month: Please bring non-perishable food items for the NDG Food Depot.
Pour plus d`informations: Hannelore Poncelet au 450-653-5694
Religious Education: Susan Gyetvay will be in charge during Caroline's absence this weekend. The Spirit Play children will hear the story of Miss Rumphius, a heroine for the Volet Pomise. Because the Mulanos are learning about Chinese New Year, they have invited the Spirit Play children to join them for some Chinese treats at 11:50 am; Spirt Play parents can collect their children after noon, downstairs.
Sunday, January 29, 1 pm
The UCM Men's Circle meets after the coffee hour. All are welcome. Contact: David McLeod at 514-488-6702
Tuesday, January 31, 10 am to noon in the Nursery
Play Group
We welcome children under five on a drop-in basis accompanied by a (grand)parent or caregiver. Pack a snack for your child(ren). Coffee is provided. Open to all, whether church members or not. No charge but a donation of $3/session per family is suggested.
Tuesday, January 31, 7:30 to 9 pm, Phoenix Hall
Carmina Choir
New members in all voices are always welcome. The ability to read music is not necessary and there is no audition. Bring a sense of humour and good will, and a black binder if possible. Contacts: Keith Robinson 514-931-9028 or Brian Brice 514-843-6497
Thursday, February 2, 10 am to noon in the Nursery
Play Group
Parts in Peace Choir rehearsal. Don't forget our handy web page to practice your parts for Spirit of Life and Find a Quiet Centre: click here. Contact: Sandra Hunt at 514-484-5559
Friday, February 3, 6 pm
First Friday potluck. Bring a dish to share. All welcome.
Vendredi le 3 février à 18 h 00
First Friday potluck. Bring a dish to share. All welcome.
Vendredi le 3 février à 18 h 00
Souper à la bonne franquette en partageant nos plats avec nos amis et amies.
Friday, February 3, 7 pm
The Social and Environmental Concerns Committee will show the film "Seeking the Current": A group of environmentalists paddle down the Romaine River -- flowing 300 km from the border of Labrador to the St. Lawrence Seaway -- a year before it is to be dammed. They question Hydro Quebec's predilection for hydro dams that wreak havoc on pristine ecosystems when other, less harmful energy systems exist. For more information go to Chercher le Courant or Seeking the Current -- or contact Christina at 514-630-7523.
Vendredi le 3 février à 19 h 30
The Social and Environmental Concerns Committee will show the film "Seeking the Current": A group of environmentalists paddle down the Romaine River -- flowing 300 km from the border of Labrador to the St. Lawrence Seaway -- a year before it is to be dammed. They question Hydro Quebec's predilection for hydro dams that wreak havoc on pristine ecosystems when other, less harmful energy systems exist. For more information go to Chercher le Courant or Seeking the Current -- or contact Christina at 514-630-7523.
Vendredi le 3 février à 19 h 30
Cercle de discussion :
Geneviève Delmas Patterson nous fera voyager dans l'univers ayant pour thème « La spectroscopie à la découverte de l'univers (étoiles, exoplanètes ..) ». Geneviève est professeure de chimie-physique à l'UQÀM.Sunday, February 5, 10:30 am
Is Winning Everything?
Rev. Carole Martignacco, Sabbatical Minister Musicians: Jean Séguin, Denis Barsalo
First Sunday of the month: Please bring non-perishable food items for the NDG Food Depot.
During the month of February, any unidentified money in the collection baskets will be donated to the NDG Food Depot which strives to eliminate hunger in a manner that ensures dignity, community engagement and the development of human potential.
Sunday, February 5, 12:15 pm, Children's Chapel
Exploring the Intangible
We will continue with our discussion on Concepts of Immortality
with Alain Lefevre.
Contact: Christine Rourke or call her at 514-761-0669
We will continue with our discussion on Concepts of Immortality
with Alain Lefevre.
Contact: Christine Rourke or call her at 514-761-0669
Activités en français à venir
Dimanche le 12 février vers 12 h 15
Réunion du comité des activités en français pour préparer la prochaine célébration.Dimanche le 19 février à 10 h 30
Célébration ayant pour thème « Langues, spiritualités et religion » par Richard Gendron, suivie d'une discussion. La garderie est ouverte pour les enfants en bas de 5 ans.
Dimanche le 19 février vers 10 h 45
Éducation Religieuse à la suite du « Temps pour tous les âges », les enfants de 5 à 12 ans descendent dans leur chapelle avec Julie Richard pour explorer nos principes.
Pour plus d`informations: Hannelore Poncelet au 450-653-5694
Outside our Walls
Sunday, January 29, 1 pm at the MMFA Café,
1384 Sherbrooke W. (between Crescent and Bishop. Take elevator to 2nd floor.)
Rio + 20: Canada, from Leader to Laggard?
Annual post-holiday luncheon sponsored by the Montreal Branch of WFM-C (World Federalist Movement-Canada). All welcome to attend. Our guest speaker is Desirée McGraw, Executive Director of the Jeanne Sauvé Foundation, who will offer her perspectives on the Earth Summit on Environment and Development (Rio 1992) as well as her hopes for Rio 2012. Price: $35, including menu choice, taxes and tip To reserve, send a cheque with your reservation, by January 23, to Inez Pugliese, 9066 rue Boivin, LaSalle, QC H8R 2E4.
Monday, January 30, 2 pm at 88 Ballantyne Ave. North in Montreal West
NDG Seniors Council sponsors a Public Meeting: Baby Boomers, Poverty & Action What`s wrong with our social safety net? Find out how other English-speaking Montrealers are fighting poverty. Featuring Chris Schwartz of Genesis and Jean Lalande of the Welfare Rights Committee of Southwest Montreal.
For more information, call 514-487-1311.
1384 Sherbrooke W. (between Crescent and Bishop. Take elevator to 2nd floor.)
Rio + 20: Canada, from Leader to Laggard?
Annual post-holiday luncheon sponsored by the Montreal Branch of WFM-C (World Federalist Movement-Canada). All welcome to attend. Our guest speaker is Desirée McGraw, Executive Director of the Jeanne Sauvé Foundation, who will offer her perspectives on the Earth Summit on Environment and Development (Rio 1992) as well as her hopes for Rio 2012. Price: $35, including menu choice, taxes and tip To reserve, send a cheque with your reservation, by January 23, to Inez Pugliese, 9066 rue Boivin, LaSalle, QC H8R 2E4.
For further information: call Carol Greene 514-933-4532.
Monday, January 30, 2 pm at 88 Ballantyne Ave. North in Montreal West
NDG Seniors Council sponsors a Public Meeting: Baby Boomers, Poverty & Action What`s wrong with our social safety net? Find out how other English-speaking Montrealers are fighting poverty. Featuring Chris Schwartz of Genesis and Jean Lalande of the Welfare Rights Committee of Southwest Montreal.
For more information, call 514-487-1311.
