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Getting to Know Beth Smith
(Those of you who have gotten to know Beth may be interested to know that) Beth spent twenty years as a volunteer in a federal prison, providing programs for the inmates and their children. Initially, Beth’s husband Bob began going into Beaver Creek Institution, which houses over 700 inmates in both minimum- and maximum security settings, to offer Christian spiritual services. Later, Beth joined the small group of volunteers from the nearby Gravenhurst community. She continued after Bob died to attend weekly meetings with twelve to fifteen inmates. The volunteers knew…
In the Footsteps of Heroes – September, 2016
The beaches of Juno Beach, Normandy stretch for many kilometres across the northern coast of France. Miles away, across the Channel, is the southern coast of England. The beaches are calm and quiet on these cool September mornings, glassy seas lapping on seaweed-littered sand. Standing on those quiet beaches, thinking back to what it must have been like for the thousands of soldiers, sailors, and airmen who had trained for many months in 1943/44 for D-Day – the invasion of Europe by the Allied forces – was a very moving…
Penne and Italian Sausage
Penne and Italian Sausage Here is an easy skillet recipe that I adapted from a recipe I cut out of the Milk Calendar many years ago. I have made it often. Ingredients: Method It’s delicious, and flexible. If desired, you could add other vegetables such as zucchini, mushrooms, celery. Serves 4 to 6
Getting the Words Out, Part 2…The Debt I Owe You
Getting the Words Out, Part 2…The Debt I Owe You Kathy Twynam A few weeks ago, it was my turn to read the scripture passages in our worship service. As I was standing at the lectern, reading with almost perfect fluency and no anxiety, I was thinking about how, only a few years earlier, I could not, and would not, have even considered doing such a thing. For all my years of involvement in church affairs, the one thing that…
Prayer Roster Lay Readers Welcome and Announcements
Prayer Roster Lay Readers Welcome and Announcements Prayer Roster Lay Readers Welcome & Announcements Sept 29 Rev. Donald Hill Kathy Twynam Kathy Twynam Oct 6 Eric Lee Nancy Mcpherson Lynn Bishop Oct 13 Maureen Screen Al Bishop Susan Chopp Oct 20 Errol Baldeo Lynne Bishop Bob Twynam Oct 27 Ethel Waite Anna Cherniak Nancy McPherson Nov 3 Susan Chopp Nancy Green Lynne Bishop Nov 10 Nancy McPherson Harry Learoyd Susan Chopp Nov 17 Eric Lee Chris Parr Kathy Twynam Nov…
Coffee/Tea Sign – Up is Here Again
The sign-up sheet for coffee/tea service after worship is on the bulletin board opposite the kitchen downstairs. Please sign yourselves up or sign up your committee so that our Fellowship time after church can continue. Sept. 29 – Rachael and Georgena October – Outreach Team
September/ October
Time for some “Thanks” Earl Nixon – for all he has done and continues to do for our church. What happens when he takes a Sunday off? Well, a few weeks ago, at Offertory time, Rev. Eric called for the offering and with Earl and Dave both away that day, no one brought it forward. Fortunately Harry, bless him, realized this, leaped up, retrieved theoffering plate, and carried it up the aisle. Susan Chopp – for her faithful production of…
Martin’s Apple Tree Revisited
“Even if I knew that tomorrow the world go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree.” -Martin Luther Well, Martin Luther’s world, and the entire theological world of the sixteenth century, did go to pieces, and Luther did plant his apple tree amid the debacle. In light of the 507th anniversary of Martin’s revolutionary ideas being made public to the citizens of Wittenberg, it seems fitting that we reflect on the beginnings of the Reformed Church movement. Many…
Guatemala Trip – March 6 – 14th 2025
PLANS FOR GUATEMALA MARCH 6TH – 14TH TRIP 2025 Name: Christian Mission and Discipleship – short term projectAims: 1) Discipleship – Christian training for team members2) Serve – seek to assist our friends in fulfilling ministry work3) Relationship – deepen respect & unity with Guatemalan partners in ministry4) Education – understanding another culture & their approach to faith & lifeLeaders: Tim Bruneau & Julio MirandaParticipants: Adults & Youth (grade 7 to 12) – up to 16 members Guatemalan Partner/Guide –…
New Church Membership Class
Hi Graceview Family, As your pastor, I warmly invite all regular attendees interested in becoming members of Graceview Presbyterian Church to join our two-part Membership Class on Sunday, October 6 and Sunday, October 13, right after the worship service. These short, interactive sessions will be held in the Adamson Lounge, right beside the sanctuary on the main floor. Together, we’ll explore our faith values, Scriptural doctrine, and church tradition, while also discussing the rights and responsibilities of being a member of…
Guatemala Mission trip 2025
Guatemala Mission Trip 2025 Dear Graceview Family, For the past seven years, the Presbytery of West Toronto has organized a mission trip to Guatemala, and it has proven to be a deeply transformative experience for all who have participated. This mission offers opportunities to engage in discipleship, serve in ministry, and build meaningful relationships with our Guatemalan partners. I sincerely invite you to consider joining the 2025 trip, which will take place from March 6th to 14th. I am planning…
September 25 2024
A Word from Pastor Eric Hi Graceview Family, As your pastor, I warmly invite all regular attendees interested in becoming members of Graceview Presbyterian Church to join our two-part Membership Class on Sunday, October 6 and Sunday, October 13, right after the worship service. These short, interactive sessions will be held in the Adamson Lounge, right beside the sanctuary on the main floor. Together, we’ll explore our faith values, Scriptural doctrine, and church tradition, while also discussing the rights and…