2022 News Stories
To keep you and your family safe and off the roads we, with regret had to cancel our 4:30 pm Christmas Eve Family Service and our 7:30 pm Candlelight Service.
Our Sunday School teachers hosted a family Christmas movie on Saturday December 4 between 2 and 4. Kids and older folks enjoyed The Muppet Christmas Carol adapted from A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens starring Michael Caine as Ebenezer Scrooge and a cast of Muppets doing, well, what Muppets do.
The vocal trio LMJ, comprising, Lisa Webber, Mike McCormick and James Hrkash, presented a concert entitled A Christmas Celebration. We were treated to a variety of Christmas pieces both a cappella and with guitars. Admission was a free will offering. Three very talented vocalists took us on a journey of old and modern seasonal music.
Saturday, November 26 was a big day in Pakenham.
Holiday Hop
Pakenham merchants will be hosting an all-day event. They will be sharing the gem that is our community with one and all. Come and join the party.
Find all your favourites including Cartwright Springs Brewery, Fulton’s Sugar Bush and Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm. Discover newcomers making their mark, like designer Dawn Walker at Paddye Mann Clothing, and Mikaela Wattie of Euphemia Vintage who will be hosted at Keepers Coffee Bar. Meet the friendly ski crew from Mount Pakenham, enjoy local live music, and don’t forget to send off your letters to Santa at the Post Office!
As always, there will be delicious fare up and down the main street. Among the tasty treats will be 3 Apples Bakery hosting Cartwright Springs with their fantastic (and gluten-free) beer in a delicious savoury snack.
And don’t forget the annual tree lighting and carolling at the Five Span at 4:30 p.m. This year the Sunday School children from Zion and St. Andrew’s United churches will be featured with help from members of St. Andrew’s choir.
Sale Away
Grab and bite to eat and then take in a special concert. St. Andrew’s is hosting Ottawa’s The fiVe Woodwind Quintet at 7:30 p.m. Accomplished composer David Sale, a Pakenham resident, has arranged a wide variety of folk and classical music from seven countries around the world. Join the musical journey and end the day on a high note – literally.
Tickets are available through Tickets Please at: https://events.ticketsplease.ca/product/the-five-sale-away/
So much to see, hear and taste! Don’t miss a minute!
Holiday Hop
Pakenham merchants will be hosting an all-day event. They will be sharing the gem that is our community with one and all. Come and join the party.
Find all your favourites including Cartwright Springs Brewery, Fulton’s Sugar Bush and Cedar Hill Christmas Tree Farm. Discover newcomers making their mark, like designer Dawn Walker at Paddye Mann Clothing, and Mikaela Wattie of Euphemia Vintage who will be hosted at Keepers Coffee Bar. Meet the friendly ski crew from Mount Pakenham, enjoy local live music, and don’t forget to send off your letters to Santa at the Post Office!
As always, there will be delicious fare up and down the main street. Among the tasty treats will be 3 Apples Bakery hosting Cartwright Springs with their fantastic (and gluten-free) beer in a delicious savoury snack.
And don’t forget the annual tree lighting and carolling at the Five Span at 4:30 p.m. This year the Sunday School children from Zion and St. Andrew’s United churches will be featured with help from members of St. Andrew’s choir.
Sale Away
Grab and bite to eat and then take in a special concert. St. Andrew’s is hosting Ottawa’s The fiVe Woodwind Quintet at 7:30 p.m. Accomplished composer David Sale, a Pakenham resident, has arranged a wide variety of folk and classical music from seven countries around the world. Join the musical journey and end the day on a high note – literally.
Tickets are available through Tickets Please at: https://events.ticketsplease.ca/product/the-five-sale-away/
So much to see, hear and taste! Don’t miss a minute!
Reverend Sheryl McLeod
We extended a warm welcome to our new minister.
We extended a warm welcome to our new minister.
Reverend McLeod introduced herself.
"There are many factors that give an idea of the person one is. There is one’s family of origin, one’s family of choosing, and the life experiences that help to shape and mold us. In a few short paragraphs, it is my hope to begin to give Pakenham Pastoral Charge a sense of who I am.
I am the eldest of five siblings and my father was in the military. My family is close because moving every two to three years meant we were each other’s best friends and we learned to rely on each other for support. We are also privileged in that we have been able to experience living across most of Canada. I have lived in many communities and towns from British Columbia to the Maritimes. It is a beautiful country that is defined by many different environments and cultures. Fortunately, we have all settled near Ottawa and are able to gather regularly.
I met my former husband while at university in Fredericton, New Brunswick. We have two daughters who have married and have had 5 children. So, I am “Ama” to two granddaughters and three grandsons. My eldest daughter has three children, a 6-year-old girl and last year she had maternal twins, a girl and a boy, who are 18 months old. My youngest daughter has two sons, one who is 4 and the other who is 2. We find getting together, active, noisy, and delightful.
I discovered The United Church of Canada as a child, when a notice was sent to schools letting us know of a junior choir that was beginning at the local church. There I discovered God and community and continued exploring my faith through Sunday School, Youth Groups and community organizations. I heard the call while studying nursing. While not ready to begin this particular journey of faith, I continued to explore faith and discipleship through my work as secretary/treasurer of Almonte United Church and as office manager of Stewart House. Twenty years after hearing the first call, I heard the call again and began to discern my call through community and through studies. I was ordained in 2011 after completing my studies and while in appointment at Admaston Pastoral Charge; and settled in Admaston Pastoral Charge. This relationship was over twelve years long and just recently ended. I am delighted to accept a call with Pakenham Pastoral Charge. It is my hope that I learn as much, if not more, from you as you learn from me. I look forward to our time together."
Sincerely and with blessings,
Rev. Sheryl McLeod
"There are many factors that give an idea of the person one is. There is one’s family of origin, one’s family of choosing, and the life experiences that help to shape and mold us. In a few short paragraphs, it is my hope to begin to give Pakenham Pastoral Charge a sense of who I am.
I am the eldest of five siblings and my father was in the military. My family is close because moving every two to three years meant we were each other’s best friends and we learned to rely on each other for support. We are also privileged in that we have been able to experience living across most of Canada. I have lived in many communities and towns from British Columbia to the Maritimes. It is a beautiful country that is defined by many different environments and cultures. Fortunately, we have all settled near Ottawa and are able to gather regularly.
I met my former husband while at university in Fredericton, New Brunswick. We have two daughters who have married and have had 5 children. So, I am “Ama” to two granddaughters and three grandsons. My eldest daughter has three children, a 6-year-old girl and last year she had maternal twins, a girl and a boy, who are 18 months old. My youngest daughter has two sons, one who is 4 and the other who is 2. We find getting together, active, noisy, and delightful.
I discovered The United Church of Canada as a child, when a notice was sent to schools letting us know of a junior choir that was beginning at the local church. There I discovered God and community and continued exploring my faith through Sunday School, Youth Groups and community organizations. I heard the call while studying nursing. While not ready to begin this particular journey of faith, I continued to explore faith and discipleship through my work as secretary/treasurer of Almonte United Church and as office manager of Stewart House. Twenty years after hearing the first call, I heard the call again and began to discern my call through community and through studies. I was ordained in 2011 after completing my studies and while in appointment at Admaston Pastoral Charge; and settled in Admaston Pastoral Charge. This relationship was over twelve years long and just recently ended. I am delighted to accept a call with Pakenham Pastoral Charge. It is my hope that I learn as much, if not more, from you as you learn from me. I look forward to our time together."
Sincerely and with blessings,
Rev. Sheryl McLeod
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
The Community Outreach Speaker Series started again.
The first talk was entitled:
The Wondrousness of Coral Reefs
… and why we should keep them with us.
The Community Outreach Speaker Series started again.
The first talk was entitled:
The Wondrousness of Coral Reefs
… and why we should keep them with us.
We were honoured and fortunate to have Peter Sale as our first speaker in the re-established series. Peter is Distinguished University Professor (Emeritus) at University of Windsor. He is a marine ecologist with over 40 years of experience in tropical coastal ecosystems, particularly coral reefs. He is a senior advisor to the director of the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH).
Peter’s talk was based on a lifetime of experience on coral reefs. His talk explored how reefs are created, how the animals on the reefs live together and support each, what is happening to reefs around the world. Peter helped us understand the reefs and their role in alerting us to the global environmental crisis and its impact on ecological systems.
If you missed this fascinating, thought provoking talk you can watch it at your leisure on our YouTube channel at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
You can learn more about Peter and read his blog at: https://www.petersalebooks.com/
Books:
Peter’s talk was based on a lifetime of experience on coral reefs. His talk explored how reefs are created, how the animals on the reefs live together and support each, what is happening to reefs around the world. Peter helped us understand the reefs and their role in alerting us to the global environmental crisis and its impact on ecological systems.
If you missed this fascinating, thought provoking talk you can watch it at your leisure on our YouTube channel at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
You can learn more about Peter and read his blog at: https://www.petersalebooks.com/
Books:
- Our Dying Planet, An ecologist's view of the crisis we face.
- Coral Reefs, Majestic Realms Under the Sea
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On Friday, September 30th
we did the cooking for you. Fish and Fries from Mundell's Surf & Turf and Homemade pie for dessert! |
We Welcomed
Henry Reinders
Sunday, September 18, 2022
Many years ago, Mary-Ellen Boon and a very active Sunday School started fundraising to support the Canadian Food Grains Bank (CFGB).
The CFGB works around the world to solve the problem of hunger. 15 Churches and Church-based agencies have come together to fund this work. The CFGB is also supported by the Canadian Government through the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA). Our congregation continues to support this mission to feed the world.
On Sunday, September 18, Henry Reinders, the CFGB staff person for our area, was our guest speaker. And gave a compelling informative talk about world hunger and the efforts underway by the Canadian Food Grains Bank to eliminate it.
This service will have something for people of every age.
Welcome Rev. Sheryl McLeod
The congregations of Zion and St Andrews met jointly on Sunday, August 23, 2022, to receive and act upon the recommendations of the search team. After a presentation by Louise Link, Chair of the Search Team, the congregations voted in favour of extending a call to Reverend Sheryl McLeod effective October 3, 2022.
Welcome Peter Brown
We extended a warm St. Andrew's welcome to our new
Music Director Peter Brown.
Peter played his first service with us on August 7, 2022
Come out and hear an exceptional pianist tickle the ivories.
We extended a warm St. Andrew's welcome to our new
Music Director Peter Brown.
Peter played his first service with us on August 7, 2022
Come out and hear an exceptional pianist tickle the ivories.
Decoration Day at Pakenham Union Cemetery
Sunday, August 14, 2022, at 11:00 AM
As is our custom we hold service once a year at the beautiful Pakenham Union Cemetery. This year the McVicar family was featured. The Cemetery Trustees organized and led the service and refreshments were available afterward.
Contact: [email protected]
Contact: [email protected]
There was a lot going on in
Sunday, June 12 at 11:00 a.m.
We enjoyed a joint service at Zion to celebrate their anniversary.
There was a lot of laughter and all enjoyed a great lunch hosted by Zion.
Sunday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m.
Special Music Sunday.
Guest vocalist Lisa Webber joined the choir to make music with Tony Stuart before his retirement. Lisa joined Ken Souliere and Rhonda Tees to celebrate Tony with the following pieces:
Missa Brevis Kyrie, The Prayer and Agnus Dei with How Great Thou Art.
Sunday, June 26 at 12:00 p.m.
We sent Tony off with our warmest, best wishes for a long and happy retirement.
A potluck lunch after church to celebrate was organized by Shirleen Duncan.
We enjoyed a joint service at Zion to celebrate their anniversary.
There was a lot of laughter and all enjoyed a great lunch hosted by Zion.
Sunday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m.
Special Music Sunday.
Guest vocalist Lisa Webber joined the choir to make music with Tony Stuart before his retirement. Lisa joined Ken Souliere and Rhonda Tees to celebrate Tony with the following pieces:
Missa Brevis Kyrie, The Prayer and Agnus Dei with How Great Thou Art.
Sunday, June 26 at 12:00 p.m.
We sent Tony off with our warmest, best wishes for a long and happy retirement.
A potluck lunch after church to celebrate was organized by Shirleen Duncan.
Service Was Cancelled
Due to a widespread power outage in our area and around the province service was cancelled at St. Andrew's on Sunday, May 22, 2022.
Due to a widespread power outage in our area and around the province service was cancelled at St. Andrew's on Sunday, May 22, 2022.
Festival of Small Halls
May 13, 2022
We were treated to another fantastic Small Halls concert. Chris Murphy filled our sanctuary with fantastic music.
May 13, 2022
We were treated to another fantastic Small Halls concert. Chris Murphy filled our sanctuary with fantastic music.
Easter Sunday
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Easter Sunday Sunrise Service
Sunday, April 17, 2022 7:30 a.m. 
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We Celebrated Easter
in our Long-held Tradition
in our Long-held Tradition
Many members brought flowers in memory of family members on Easter Sunday.
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Good Friday
Friday, April 15, 2022 Zion hosted at 11:00 am Sunday, April 17, 2022 |
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Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 17, 2022 Sunrise Service Was held at 7:30 am at the Pakenham Bridge followed by hot cross buns at St. Andrew’s |
We Officially Welcomed
Rev. Neil Wallace
On Sunday, April 3, 2022 after our Annual General Meeting, we officially welcomed Rev. Neil with cake and coffee. Neil is filling in until we can find a permanent minister.
Rev. Neil Wallace
On Sunday, April 3, 2022 after our Annual General Meeting, we officially welcomed Rev. Neil with cake and coffee. Neil is filling in until we can find a permanent minister.
Here's a little about Neil.
Neil grew up in Ottawa in a military family. His father was a career army officer.
The family attended Woodroffe United Church in the west end, and it was from this church that Neil became a candidate for ministry.
Neil graduated from Carleton and McGill Universities and was ordained in 1977.
This year marks his 45th anniversary as an ordained minister in the United Church of Canada.
Neil served several pastoral charges in the Province of Quebec before coming to City View United Church in Ottawa.
He was minister there for sixteen years until retirement from full-time ministry in 2014.
Neil is married to Shirley and they have three grown children, three beautiful grandchildren, and a loyal German Shepherd.
Neil grew up in Ottawa in a military family. His father was a career army officer.
The family attended Woodroffe United Church in the west end, and it was from this church that Neil became a candidate for ministry.
Neil graduated from Carleton and McGill Universities and was ordained in 1977.
This year marks his 45th anniversary as an ordained minister in the United Church of Canada.
Neil served several pastoral charges in the Province of Quebec before coming to City View United Church in Ottawa.
He was minister there for sixteen years until retirement from full-time ministry in 2014.
Neil is married to Shirley and they have three grown children, three beautiful grandchildren, and a loyal German Shepherd.
If it’s Not One Thing It’s Another
Service Cancelled Two Weeks in a Row
Service at St. Andrew’s was cancelled on
March 6, 2022, due to freezing rain warnings and March 13, 2022, due to a planned power outage.
St. Andrew’s folks were encouraged to attend
Zion in Cedar Hill on the 13th at 9:30 am.
Service Cancelled Two Weeks in a Row
Service at St. Andrew’s was cancelled on
March 6, 2022, due to freezing rain warnings and March 13, 2022, due to a planned power outage.
St. Andrew’s folks were encouraged to attend
Zion in Cedar Hill on the 13th at 9:30 am.
After a month-long shut down
we welcomed everyone back on
Sunday, February 6, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
we welcomed everyone back on
Sunday, February 6, 2022 at 11:00 a.m.
Although closed for the month of January we still got together every Sunday morning for a virtual coffee hour.
Mary Scott and Mary Shaw
turned 106 and 105 respectively!
Imagine the changes they've seen in the world in 100+ years!
Many members of our church family sent cards or called the ladies to help them celebrate.
turned 106 and 105 respectively!
Imagine the changes they've seen in the world in 100+ years!
Many members of our church family sent cards or called the ladies to help them celebrate.
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Mary Shaw
Turned 105 on February 6, 2022 The Villa, Rm 407 15 Arthur St. Arnprior, ON K7S 1A1 613 622 0257 |
Mary Scott
Turned 106 on January 22, 2022 C/O Donna Fairbairn 32 Sinclair Ave. Carleton Place, ON K7C 4V3 613-253-0471 |
