Weekly Church Announcements May 11, 2025
Dear Members, Adherents & Friends of Highland Hills United Church,
Attached are the Worship Order of Service for Sunday at 9:30 AM, the Monthly Announcement sheet for May and Musings by Rev. Peter.
Everyone Is Welcome!
Some Additional Announcements and the
Worship Instructions below...
Highland Hills United Church offers combined In-Person and Zoom services at 9:30 am. Masking is welcomed.
LIGHTING THE CHRIST CANDLE as worship begins each Sunday helps us all to open our hearts to the light-filled presence of Christ in our midst. We invite you to take a turn lighting the candle, providing yourself the opportunity to deepen your connection to Christ. Please contact Marybeth Wilson if you are willing. Email: marybwilson72@gmail.com Phone: 705-754-1901
Knitting For Warmth Tuesdays at 1:30 – 3:30 pm. HHUC Lower Level. For more information about KFW contact Mary at 705-286-5173.
Diner’s Club: Our Diner’s Club convener this year is Marie Lennard, and it is being held on the second Thursday of every month; next one is on Thursday June 12th If you are interested in any future dinners, please call Marie to get on the calling list at 705-286-3037.
You are invited to join Amanda and Rev. Max for a “Potluck and Games” night for everyone who loves food and games on May 9th lower level of HHUC from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. Bring your favourite dish to share and your favourite game to play. All are welcome
Affirming Working Group Monday May 12th at 2:00 pm. HHUC Lower Level. For more information contact Debbie at 705-928-8065.
Jump in the Lake Challenge--Some church members are doing the Jump in the Lake Challenge to raise funds for the Minden Community Food Centre. They will be taking the icy plunge on Saturday, May 17th. Every dollar raised will support MCFC's vital work of stocking their food bank, making meals and supporting families. The Jumpers are Amanda Austin, Rebekah Chevalier, Katy Cox, and Doug Tindal. To donate, visit the website of their team, Dripping Dynamos. You can make a donation to the team or search for one of their names and donate to their page: canadahelps.org/en/charities/minden-food-bank/p2p/jump-in-the-lake-2025/team/dripping-dynamos
Trinity United Church, Bobcaygeon invites you to celebrate the 100th anniversary of The United Church of Canada on Sunday, May 18 at 10.30 a.m. at Settler's Village, 85 Dunn Street, Bobcaygeon. They are planning a picnic afterwards (bring your own) and you are welcome to dress in period costume. There is no charge to enter the Village, but there will be a donation box if you wish to contribute. For more information and to confirm your attendance please contact Bob Root at 705-957-4886 or bobroot1949@gmail.com No Zoom is available at this time.
Considering carpooling and make it a special outing with family or friends.
Outreach Committee Meeting will be May 26th at 10 am in the Lower Level.
HAVE Walk for Water will meet May 28th at 7 pm. Please park and meet at the Upper Street Level of HHUC.
Sincerely, Rev. Max
