The Fourth Sunday of the month is always a music Sunday
At St. Andrew’s we do something special on the fourth Sunday of every month. Instead of a sermon we fill the Sanctuary with music.
Join us for worship that celebrates our Christian faith through music.
At St. Andrew’s we do something special on the fourth Sunday of every month. Instead of a sermon we fill the Sanctuary with music.
Join us for worship that celebrates our Christian faith through music.
In the true sense of community, the Pakenham & District Civitan, St. Andrew's United, St. Mark's Anglican and St. Peter Celestine Catholic churches are partnering to bring you a free speaker series.
Hear speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
March 25, 2020
First Responders – Always There for You
Presenter: Lorraine Downey, Paramedic
Lorraine will share her experience as a country girl turned big city Paramedic and how her experience relates to her community in Pakenham.
Hear how to: take care of yourself so you don’t have to call 911; when 1st Responders strongly encourage you to call 911; what to do if you must call 911; and much more
Hear speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
March 25, 2020
First Responders – Always There for You
Presenter: Lorraine Downey, Paramedic
Lorraine will share her experience as a country girl turned big city Paramedic and how her experience relates to her community in Pakenham.
Hear how to: take care of yourself so you don’t have to call 911; when 1st Responders strongly encourage you to call 911; what to do if you must call 911; and much more
Maple Run Studio Tour
Saturday and Sunday, April 4th & 5th, 2020
The 2020 Pakenham Maple Run Studio Tour brings together the works of 36 seasoned artists, artisans and craftspeople – including 6 who are new to the Tour.
These individuals share a spirit of self expression
that fuels the fire of their creative process.
Check out the artists at: https://mapleruntour.com/artists/
St. Andrew’s will again have a Bake Table.
Please contact Shirleen Duncan at 613-623-6679 or any member of the Special Events Committee if you can do some baking.
Saturday and Sunday, April 4th & 5th, 2020
The 2020 Pakenham Maple Run Studio Tour brings together the works of 36 seasoned artists, artisans and craftspeople – including 6 who are new to the Tour.
These individuals share a spirit of self expression
that fuels the fire of their creative process.
Check out the artists at: https://mapleruntour.com/artists/
St. Andrew’s will again have a Bake Table.
Please contact Shirleen Duncan at 613-623-6679 or any member of the Special Events Committee if you can do some baking.
The Search for our Permanent Minister
As the next step in seeking a new Minister for our Pastoral Charge, the Pastoral Charge Board established a Search Team. The Members are: Gayle Doxtater, Ray Giles, and Rosser Lloyd from Zion; and Julie Wilson (Secretary), Laurie Boon,
Jack Fulton, and Louise Link (Chair) from St. Andrews.
The Search Team has been working steadily since October 2021. It has received and reviewed many applications and began the interview process with one applicant. That person accepted a position with another charge before the Team could complete its assessment. Unfortunately, none of the other candidates meet our Profile needs. The Team will continue their work until the right person is found
and keep everyone informed about their progress.
If you have questions about the process, please contact Louise Link at:
louiselink41@gmail.com
As the next step in seeking a new Minister for our Pastoral Charge, the Pastoral Charge Board established a Search Team. The Members are: Gayle Doxtater, Ray Giles, and Rosser Lloyd from Zion; and Julie Wilson (Secretary), Laurie Boon,
Jack Fulton, and Louise Link (Chair) from St. Andrews.
The Search Team has been working steadily since October 2021. It has received and reviewed many applications and began the interview process with one applicant. That person accepted a position with another charge before the Team could complete its assessment. Unfortunately, none of the other candidates meet our Profile needs. The Team will continue their work until the right person is found
and keep everyone informed about their progress.
If you have questions about the process, please contact Louise Link at:
louiselink41@gmail.com
Are you a minister looking for a new opportunity?
Our Pastoral Charge may be just what you are looking for.
Check out our
Community of Faith Profile
Our Pastoral Charge may be just what you are looking for.
Check out our
Community of Faith Profile
Welcome to Stueytunes!
St. Andrew's own Director of Music, Tony Stuart, has a podcast about rock and roll music. In 10 minutes or less Tony will teach you about the people, places and stories behind some of the world’s most popular music. When you’re ready, buckle up and join Tony at: stueytunes.podbean.com/
St. Andrew's own Director of Music, Tony Stuart, has a podcast about rock and roll music. In 10 minutes or less Tony will teach you about the people, places and stories behind some of the world’s most popular music. When you’re ready, buckle up and join Tony at: stueytunes.podbean.com/
The Pakenham & District Civitan Club hosts an annual Dessert Tea and Gift Basket Auction. This year, because of COVID 19 restrictions, the Tea will not take place.
The Auction is proceeding full steam ahead - online!
The best part is that many more people can participate in the event and it's spread out over a whole week.
A huge Thank You is in order to Pakenham businesses, Civitan Members and Friends for helping create our best auction offering ever!! This auction is an incredible example of community support, especially during these trying times. Their donations are greatly appreciated.
The Auction starts at 1:00 pm Sunday, November 15th and ends at 8:00 pm on Sunday, November 22nd.
Throughout the past months, the Pakenham Civitan has continued with regular donations to the hospitals, community groups, food bank and support for individuals in need in the community. This fundraiser is one more step to help in those efforts.
Join us in celebrating the Best of Pakenham:
www.32auctions.com/PakenhamCivitan2020
The Auction is proceeding full steam ahead - online!
The best part is that many more people can participate in the event and it's spread out over a whole week.
A huge Thank You is in order to Pakenham businesses, Civitan Members and Friends for helping create our best auction offering ever!! This auction is an incredible example of community support, especially during these trying times. Their donations are greatly appreciated.
The Auction starts at 1:00 pm Sunday, November 15th and ends at 8:00 pm on Sunday, November 22nd.
Throughout the past months, the Pakenham Civitan has continued with regular donations to the hospitals, community groups, food bank and support for individuals in need in the community. This fundraiser is one more step to help in those efforts.
Join us in celebrating the Best of Pakenham:
www.32auctions.com/PakenhamCivitan2020
For the Young at Heart
Rescheduled for
Saturday, June 4, 2022
Rescheduled for
Saturday, June 4, 2022
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Media Production Technician (MPT)
We are in the process of upgrading our audio/visual equipment. We need a qualified individual to operate the system during services and events.
The MPT has three primary areas of responsibility. The MPT:
1. Creates media shows using PowerPoint, ProPresenter or other media software for services and special events. The MPT may also provide this support for funerals and weddings.
a. Content for these productions is provided and may include announcements, worship songs and hymns, contemporary music, photographs, videos and sermon notes.
b. Creating the media presentation may require collaboration with the minister, director of music, office administrator, communications officer and others as appropriate to understand their goals for the presentation.
2. Troubleshoots and maintains all audio-visual (A-V) equipment.
3. Operates all media and A-V equipment during services and special events.
We expect the MPT to work four to six hours per week - more at the beginning while familiarizing themselves with the system. We are open to job sharing if you have a partner who might like to alternate Sundays with you.
We have budgeted $5,000 a year for this position.
See the full job description below.
If you are interested in either of the MPT position please contact Rhonda Tees at: rjtees@hotmail.com
The MPT has three primary areas of responsibility. The MPT:
1. Creates media shows using PowerPoint, ProPresenter or other media software for services and special events. The MPT may also provide this support for funerals and weddings.
a. Content for these productions is provided and may include announcements, worship songs and hymns, contemporary music, photographs, videos and sermon notes.
b. Creating the media presentation may require collaboration with the minister, director of music, office administrator, communications officer and others as appropriate to understand their goals for the presentation.
2. Troubleshoots and maintains all audio-visual (A-V) equipment.
3. Operates all media and A-V equipment during services and special events.
We expect the MPT to work four to six hours per week - more at the beginning while familiarizing themselves with the system. We are open to job sharing if you have a partner who might like to alternate Sundays with you.
We have budgeted $5,000 a year for this position.
See the full job description below.
If you are interested in either of the MPT position please contact Rhonda Tees at: rjtees@hotmail.com
World Day of Prayer
March 4, 2022
March 4, 2022
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Observed on the first Friday in March, World Day of Prayer is a global, ecumenical movement of Christian women joined together to observe a common day of prayer.
They welcome you to join in prayer and action for peace and justice. |
The women of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines offer this prayer for World Day of Prayer.
For additional resources and information visit:
united-church.ca/worship-special-days/world-day-prayer
For additional resources and information visit:
united-church.ca/worship-special-days/world-day-prayer
St. Andrew's Continues to Support Community Events
Funny on the Page
Learning the Basics of Comedic Writing
If you’ve ever watched Saturday Night Live and thought “that’s not funny!” this is the perfect workshop for you!
Learning the Basics of Comedic Writing
If you’ve ever watched Saturday Night Live and thought “that’s not funny!” this is the perfect workshop for you!
Learn the basics of short form comedy writing (skits, sketches and short plays) with Rob and Kris Riendeau from Humm Team Productions. Rob wrote the script for Who Stole Christmas from Mississippi Mills and has since turned his attention to short form comedic writing. Kris is well known locally as the director of Who Stole Christmas…, Phantom of the Hubera, A Peak at Pakenham and Mosquito.
Together they will guide participants through the process of coming up with funny premises (premisi? premisuses?…), fleshing them out with fun characters, and polishing them into brilliant, hilarious gems that you will be proud to show off to everyone you know!
This six-week workshop will take place at St. Andrew’s United Church in Pakenham and only costs $50 per participant. That should leave everyone enough money to buy the instructors a bottle of wine at the end of the course! (Just kidding… wink…).
Together they will guide participants through the process of coming up with funny premises (premisi? premisuses?…), fleshing them out with fun characters, and polishing them into brilliant, hilarious gems that you will be proud to show off to everyone you know!
This six-week workshop will take place at St. Andrew’s United Church in Pakenham and only costs $50 per participant. That should leave everyone enough money to buy the instructors a bottle of wine at the end of the course! (Just kidding… wink…).
The course runs Tuesdays from 7 – 9 pm
March 7 through April 11, 2022
Reserve your spot at Tickets Please or contact Kris at kris@thehumm.com
March 7 through April 11, 2022
Reserve your spot at Tickets Please or contact Kris at kris@thehumm.com
In compliance with the Ontario Government Reopening Roadmap
we have welcomed everyone back to St. Andrew's.
We Are Committed to Your Health and Safety
We will strictly follow St. Andrew's Reopening Plan to keep you, your loved ones, friends, neighbours, staff, and volunteers safe and healthy.
Face coverings and social distancing are mandatory.
we have welcomed everyone back to St. Andrew's.
We Are Committed to Your Health and Safety
We will strictly follow St. Andrew's Reopening Plan to keep you, your loved ones, friends, neighbours, staff, and volunteers safe and healthy.
Face coverings and social distancing are mandatory.
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Book Store
The Book Store in Stewart Hall has lots of books if you are looking for a good read. Thanks for donating your old books so others can enjoy them while supporting the Sunday school Food Grains Project.
If you have children's books please bring them in - they go really quickly!
The Book Store in Stewart Hall has lots of books if you are looking for a good read. Thanks for donating your old books so others can enjoy them while supporting the Sunday school Food Grains Project.
If you have children's books please bring them in - they go really quickly!
Streaming live Sunday mornings at 11:00
on our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
If you miss us live you can view the service at your convenience anytime after 12:30 p.m.
on our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
If you miss us live you can view the service at your convenience anytime after 12:30 p.m.
Please join Rev. Dr. Jessica Hetherington for our Palm Sunday service this Sunday, March 28, 2021. You can watch the service live on our YouTube channel at 11:00 a.m. or view it later at your convenience at:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
Palm Sunday, also called Passion Sunday, is the first day of Holy Week and always falls the Sunday before Easter. On Palm Sunday we commemorate and celebrate Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As he rode into the city on a donkey his followers spread palm branches at his feet and called Hosanna in adoration. Palm branches were considered symbols of goodness, victory and triumph. Today in the Christian church we re-enact this joyful day, remember Christ's sacrificial death on the cross and praise God for His gift of salvation.
Jessica will be serving communion so bring bread and juice (or crackers, cookies, wine, water) so you can participate.
Please also bring something to wave in the air during the service as we re-enact the joy of Palm Sunday. It can be a cedar branch, a long-stemmed leaf from a bouquet of flowers or you can make your own palm frond
(see instructions below).
www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
Palm Sunday, also called Passion Sunday, is the first day of Holy Week and always falls the Sunday before Easter. On Palm Sunday we commemorate and celebrate Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem. As he rode into the city on a donkey his followers spread palm branches at his feet and called Hosanna in adoration. Palm branches were considered symbols of goodness, victory and triumph. Today in the Christian church we re-enact this joyful day, remember Christ's sacrificial death on the cross and praise God for His gift of salvation.
Jessica will be serving communion so bring bread and juice (or crackers, cookies, wine, water) so you can participate.
Please also bring something to wave in the air during the service as we re-enact the joy of Palm Sunday. It can be a cedar branch, a long-stemmed leaf from a bouquet of flowers or you can make your own palm frond
(see instructions below).
Make Your Own Palm Fronds
Supplies
Instructions
Option A
Supplies
- Sticks of some kind. Can be popsicle sticks, pencils, a wooden spoon or thin twigs.
- Green construction paper or white paper you colour with green paint or markers.
- Scissors
- Tape or glue
Instructions
Option A
- Trace your hand and fingers several times onto the paper.
- Cut them out.
- Tape or glue them to the stick, several on one stick. The fingers becoming the waving palm fronds!
- Cut out strips of paper.
- Glue or tape each one cross ways on the stick.
Sweet as Pie
Sale
$15 Each - Cash only at the door
The ladies of St. Andrew's are making pies!
Is one of these your favourite?
We're making them all!
Sale
$15 Each - Cash only at the door
The ladies of St. Andrew's are making pies!
Is one of these your favourite?
We're making them all!
Apple, Butterscotch, Lemon Meringue, Pumpkin, Raisin
Don't miss this opportunity to take home some fresh-made pies.
Order Deadline: End of day March 31, 2021
Contact: Shirleen Duncan to order your pie at 613-850-6679
DO NOT ORDER YOUR PIES BY E-MAIL.
SHIRLEEN'S E-MAIL HAS BEEN COMPROMISED.
If you ordered pies on March 26 or later please call Shirleen to confirm your order.
Pie pick up: April 3, 2021 from 12 – 4 p.m. at St. Andrew’s
Don't miss this opportunity to take home some fresh-made pies.
Order Deadline: End of day March 31, 2021
Contact: Shirleen Duncan to order your pie at 613-850-6679
DO NOT ORDER YOUR PIES BY E-MAIL.
SHIRLEEN'S E-MAIL HAS BEEN COMPROMISED.
If you ordered pies on March 26 or later please call Shirleen to confirm your order.
Pie pick up: April 3, 2021 from 12 – 4 p.m. at St. Andrew’s
We are re-reopening on Sunday, February 21, 2021
On Tuesday, February 16, 2021, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) moved to the
Green – Prevent Zone
of Ontario's COVID-19 Response Framework.
www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-response-framework-keeping-ontario-safe-and-open
The green zone guidelines indicate we can welcome 60 people to services.
(30% of our capacity)
We will follow our Reopening Plan to keep you, your loved ones, friends, neighbours, our staff, and volunteers safe and healthy.
Check out the Reopening Plan, approved by the Leeds, Grenville Leeds, Grenville, Lanark District Health Unit, St. Andrew’s Executive Council and the Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council, at:
Reopening Plan
On Tuesday, February 16, 2021, the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit (LGLDHU) moved to the
Green – Prevent Zone
of Ontario's COVID-19 Response Framework.
www.ontario.ca/page/covid-19-response-framework-keeping-ontario-safe-and-open
The green zone guidelines indicate we can welcome 60 people to services.
(30% of our capacity)
We will follow our Reopening Plan to keep you, your loved ones, friends, neighbours, our staff, and volunteers safe and healthy.
Check out the Reopening Plan, approved by the Leeds, Grenville Leeds, Grenville, Lanark District Health Unit, St. Andrew’s Executive Council and the Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council, at:
Reopening Plan
June 8, 2020
On Monday, June 8, 2020, Premier Doug Ford, outlined Stage 2 details of Ontario's plan to lift restrictions on its COVID-19 lockdown. This announcement indicated that places of worship can reopen as of Friday, June 12, 2020, if attendance does not exceed 30 per cent capacity.
At St. Andrew’s we are making plans to do this in the safest way possible. We are waiting for direction from the Region to inform our decisions about how to welcome you back safely. This information is expected in the next several days.
We will then meet to discuss all aspects of the worship service as we create a careful, staged reopening plan. We will address how to handle music, responsive readings, collection, bulletins, social time, cleaning protocols, staffing and more.
As a Pastoral Charge our summer schedule - joint services at Zion in July and at St. Andrew’s in August - is almost upon us. At St. Andrew’s we are also doing renovations and upgrades in the church. A staged approach at St. Andrew’s may see us enjoy outdoor services over the summer and open the building with a big welcome back service in September.
For the foreseeable future we will continue with our on-line Sunday Services which you can find on our YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/results….
We are looking forward to being with you again in our beautiful church.
On Monday, June 8, 2020, Premier Doug Ford, outlined Stage 2 details of Ontario's plan to lift restrictions on its COVID-19 lockdown. This announcement indicated that places of worship can reopen as of Friday, June 12, 2020, if attendance does not exceed 30 per cent capacity.
At St. Andrew’s we are making plans to do this in the safest way possible. We are waiting for direction from the Region to inform our decisions about how to welcome you back safely. This information is expected in the next several days.
We will then meet to discuss all aspects of the worship service as we create a careful, staged reopening plan. We will address how to handle music, responsive readings, collection, bulletins, social time, cleaning protocols, staffing and more.
As a Pastoral Charge our summer schedule - joint services at Zion in July and at St. Andrew’s in August - is almost upon us. At St. Andrew’s we are also doing renovations and upgrades in the church. A staged approach at St. Andrew’s may see us enjoy outdoor services over the summer and open the building with a big welcome back service in September.
For the foreseeable future we will continue with our on-line Sunday Services which you can find on our YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/results….
We are looking forward to being with you again in our beautiful church.
June 24, 2020
Pakenham Pastoral Charge Official Board Meeting (PPCOB)
On Wednesday, June 24, 2020 the PPCOB met to discuss the eventual reopening of our buildings. At that meeting it was determined that:
Pakenham Pastoral Charge Official Board Meeting (PPCOB)
On Wednesday, June 24, 2020 the PPCOB met to discuss the eventual reopening of our buildings. At that meeting it was determined that:
- our buildings will remain closed for the foreseeable future;
- each church will form a committee to develop reopening plans;
- both churches will call meetings to strike committees; and
- we will meet again on Sep 2, 2020 to reassess our situation.
July 8, 2020
St. Andrew's Executive Council Meeting
On Wednesday, July 8, 2020 St. Andrew's Executive Council struck a committee to develop a reopening plan. The committee members are:
Rhonda Tees, Chair / Laurie Boon, Secretary / Jack Fulton / Joan Gillan.
The committee has prepared a draft plan that has been reviewed by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District health Unit. The Executive Council will meet in September to review the plan. The approved plan will then be given to the Whit Strong at the Region.
Please find the draft plan below.
St. Andrew's Executive Council Meeting
On Wednesday, July 8, 2020 St. Andrew's Executive Council struck a committee to develop a reopening plan. The committee members are:
Rhonda Tees, Chair / Laurie Boon, Secretary / Jack Fulton / Joan Gillan.
The committee has prepared a draft plan that has been reviewed by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District health Unit. The Executive Council will meet in September to review the plan. The approved plan will then be given to the Whit Strong at the Region.
Please find the draft plan below.
September 8, 2020
St. Andrew's Executive Council Meeting
On Wednesday, September 8, 2020 St. Andrew's Executive Council approved the Reopening Plan.
The Plan, already approved by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, was then approved by the EOORC.
Please see the final Plan below.
St. Andrew's Executive Council Meeting
On Wednesday, September 8, 2020 St. Andrew's Executive Council approved the Reopening Plan.
The Plan, already approved by the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, was then approved by the EOORC.
Please see the final Plan below.
Scroll to the end of this post to see how you can be part of what's happening.
Who’s Working on it?
There are three groups working to get St. Andrew’s ready to reopen.
What’s Been Done So Far?
Each group of volunteers has made laudable progress on their individual projects.
The Renovation Project is nearing completion. To date the Stewards, have:
The Reopening Committee has written a plan that has been approved by the Leeds, Grenville, Lanark District Health Unit, St. Andrew’s Executive Council and the Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council. The Plan details the fundamental things that we will do to keep you, your loved ones, friends and neighbours, our staff, and volunteers safe and healthy. A copy of this plan is available to you on our website at: https://www.standrewsunitedpakenham.org/welcome-back.html The Committee has also designed appropriate signage and purchased supplies such as disposable masks, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, disinfectant to be used on the pew seat cushions and better paper towel dispensers and garbage cans.
What’s Left to Do?
Remaining on the Renovation Project list are the following jobs:
There are two areas of consideration around reopening:
The Reopening Committee is staying in touch with the local health unit to ensure that we will be in compliance with directives to keep people safe.
We will likely have a staged reopening starting with services in the Sanctuary, then rentals and then catered events. We are taking things one step at a time.
You Can Help Us Open Faster
There are many jobs left to do. If you can help, we can move things along more quickly.
If you can help paint the walls in the Dining Hall please contact Jack Fulton at: jdfulton@bell.net or 613-558-7680. Bring your own brush and roller.
If you can help sort, move and store everything temporarily placed in the kitchen please contact David Sale at: david.sale@bell.net or 613-624-5965
Please take a moment to thank all the folks listed below who have worked tirelessly on these projects.
Deserving special thanks are Ritchie Argue (Renovation and A-V), David Sale (A-V and Renovation ), David Wilson (A-V), Laurie Boon (A-V) and Ken Souliere and Bruce Hudson (Water treatment systems).
Please feel free to contact the Chairs of the Committees if you have questions.
Stewards
Bruce Hudson, Chair | 613-839-2346 | panmure@xplornet.com
Brian Hudson, Treasurer
Members: Ritchie Argue, Glen Briscoe, Jack Fulton, Louise Link, Rob McCann, Marilyn Snedden, Ken Souliere
A-V Committee
David Sale, Chair | 613-624-5965 | david.sale@bell.net
Rhonda Tees, Secretary
Members; Laurie Boon, David Wilson
Reopening Committee
Rhonda Tees, Chair | 613-624-5593 | rjtees@hotmail.com
Laurie Boon, Secretary
Members: Jack Fulton, Joan Gillan
Who’s Working on it?
There are three groups working to get St. Andrew’s ready to reopen.
- The Stewards, chaired by Bruce Hudson, are responsible for renovations in the basement.
- The A-V Committee, chaired by David Sale, is working on the new Audio-Visual System.
- The Reopening Committee, chaired by Rhonda Tees, is making sure the church will be safe for gathering during the COVID-19 Pandemic
What’s Been Done So Far?
Each group of volunteers has made laudable progress on their individual projects.
The Renovation Project is nearing completion. To date the Stewards, have:
- removed the old duct work from the ceiling in the Dining Hall
- installed new recessed duct work to eliminate noise and improve furnace efficiency
- installed a new ceiling to contain the updated duct work
- installed additional electrical outlets to help the Special Events Committee host events
- run wires and cables to allow the primary audio-visual system to communicate with equipment in the Dining Hall in Phase 2 of the A-V Project
- completed electrical work for LED ceiling lights in the Dining Hall
- created new cold air returns in the Dining Hall and Stewart Hall to improve air flow and heating
- removed the old water pump and pressure tank and replaced them with a new tank and submersible pump to reduce noise and ensure enough volume through the system
- arranged for the water to be tested in anticipation of the installation of a new water treatment system to eliminate the smell of sulfur.
The Reopening Committee has written a plan that has been approved by the Leeds, Grenville, Lanark District Health Unit, St. Andrew’s Executive Council and the Eastern Ontario Outaouais Regional Council. The Plan details the fundamental things that we will do to keep you, your loved ones, friends and neighbours, our staff, and volunteers safe and healthy. A copy of this plan is available to you on our website at: https://www.standrewsunitedpakenham.org/welcome-back.html The Committee has also designed appropriate signage and purchased supplies such as disposable masks, disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizer, disinfectant to be used on the pew seat cushions and better paper towel dispensers and garbage cans.
What’s Left to Do?
Remaining on the Renovation Project list are the following jobs:
- Another coat of paint on the ceiling (we are paying someone to do this job)
- Additional coats of paint on the posts and columns (we are paying someone to do this job)
- Patch and paint the walls in the Dining Hall
- Final electrical work
- Clean up of Sunday School Rooms
- Sort, move and store everything temporarily placed in the kitchen back to their original spots
- Install the new water treatment system.
- Patch and paint the walls around the dais
- Receive training on the new system
- Install back-ordered cameras.
- Complete final testing and run-throughs to ensure system is working without any bugs
- Remove and store all Hymnals, Bibles and other books from the Sanctuary
- Have the entire church professionally cleaned (including carpets and walls).
- Post signage
- Put directional markers on the floor
- Rope off the pews for social distancing
- Close areas of the church such as Stewart Hall
- Make supplies available
There are two areas of consideration around reopening:
- the readiness of our building, and
- Public Health directives and safety protocols around COVD-19.
The Reopening Committee is staying in touch with the local health unit to ensure that we will be in compliance with directives to keep people safe.
We will likely have a staged reopening starting with services in the Sanctuary, then rentals and then catered events. We are taking things one step at a time.
You Can Help Us Open Faster
There are many jobs left to do. If you can help, we can move things along more quickly.
If you can help paint the walls in the Dining Hall please contact Jack Fulton at: jdfulton@bell.net or 613-558-7680. Bring your own brush and roller.
If you can help sort, move and store everything temporarily placed in the kitchen please contact David Sale at: david.sale@bell.net or 613-624-5965
Please take a moment to thank all the folks listed below who have worked tirelessly on these projects.
Deserving special thanks are Ritchie Argue (Renovation and A-V), David Sale (A-V and Renovation ), David Wilson (A-V), Laurie Boon (A-V) and Ken Souliere and Bruce Hudson (Water treatment systems).
Please feel free to contact the Chairs of the Committees if you have questions.
Stewards
Bruce Hudson, Chair | 613-839-2346 | panmure@xplornet.com
Brian Hudson, Treasurer
Members: Ritchie Argue, Glen Briscoe, Jack Fulton, Louise Link, Rob McCann, Marilyn Snedden, Ken Souliere
A-V Committee
David Sale, Chair | 613-624-5965 | david.sale@bell.net
Rhonda Tees, Secretary
Members; Laurie Boon, David Wilson
Reopening Committee
Rhonda Tees, Chair | 613-624-5593 | rjtees@hotmail.com
Laurie Boon, Secretary
Members: Jack Fulton, Joan Gillan
When Will St. Andrew’s Reopen?
For those wondering when St. Andrew’s will open again here’s the scoop.
For those wondering when St. Andrew’s will open again here’s the scoop.
Annual Reports Due Now
Mary Scott and Mary Shaw
are turning 105 and 104 respectively.
Think of the changes they've seen in the world in over 100 years!
If you would like to help them celebrate you can send a card or make a call to:
are turning 105 and 104 respectively.
Think of the changes they've seen in the world in over 100 years!
If you would like to help them celebrate you can send a card or make a call to:
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Mary Scott
Turns 105 on January 22, 2021 C/O Donna Fairbairn 32 Sinclair Ave. Carleton Place, ON K7C 4V3 613-253-0471 |
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We offer in person services at 11:00 a.m. each Sunday morning.
If you are unable to come to the church, we live stream services on our YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
All streamed services are then posted to the channel so you can watch them later at your convenience.
St. Andrew’s and Zion United churches of Pakenham invite you to our joint services.
If you are unable to come to the church, we live stream services on our YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
All streamed services are then posted to the channel so you can watch them later at your convenience.
St. Andrew’s and Zion United churches of Pakenham invite you to our joint services.
Our building is open but we understand you may not be able to join us in person. We will continue to offer services online.
All services are streamed live on Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m. and then posted on our YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
All services are streamed live on Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m. and then posted on our YouTube channel at:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxuAWRsCjRSwMvHrszIhyVQ
This Sunday we're having a LIVE outdoor service!
A big thank you to Dave and Hélène Wilson for offering their farm
as the venue for our first service together since March.
We will also have an online service and the live service will be recorded and posted to our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmg2AlJxbvawuaBLbF_OSw/featured
A big thank you to Dave and Hélène Wilson for offering their farm
as the venue for our first service together since March.
We will also have an online service and the live service will be recorded and posted to our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmg2AlJxbvawuaBLbF_OSw/featured
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2020
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Green Elms Farm / 4022 Dominion Springs Road in Pakenham / Under a large tent
We hope you and your family can be part of this special service. The theme is Hope in the Wilderness. We are asking you to bring your own message of hope to share with others at this service. Please let Brian Thompson (brian.d.thompson01@gmail.com) know if you have a poem, story or song that you would like to share.
The safety of our church family and community is our number one priority.
The safety plan for this event follows:
Please Bring Your Own
Check in Desk and Screening
Face Coverings / Masks
Social Distancing
Music
Bulletins
We will not have printed bulletins. We will send you the order of service before Sunday if you'd like to print your own copy.
Offerings
To protect staff and volunteers we strongly recommend eliminating cash and envelopes as your method of giving. Instead please consider:
We hope to see you this Sunday at Green Elms Farm.
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Green Elms Farm / 4022 Dominion Springs Road in Pakenham / Under a large tent
We hope you and your family can be part of this special service. The theme is Hope in the Wilderness. We are asking you to bring your own message of hope to share with others at this service. Please let Brian Thompson (brian.d.thompson01@gmail.com) know if you have a poem, story or song that you would like to share.
The safety of our church family and community is our number one priority.
The safety plan for this event follows:
Please Bring Your Own
- Mask, chair, water bottle.
Check in Desk and Screening
- Please stop at the check in desk once you have parked your car.
- Please sanitize your hands at the check in desk.
- All individuals, including children, volunteers and employees, will be asked the following questions:
- Do you have any of the symptoms of Covid-19?
- In the past 14 days have you been in close contact with a person who either has COVID-19 or has symptoms of COVID-19?
- Have you travelled outside of Canada in the past 14 days?
Face Coverings / Masks
- Face coverings must be worn while on the property unless wearing one creates health concerns.
- We will supply disposable masks should you forget yours.
- The Minister, speakers, performers and readers are exempt from wearing a mask while at the microphone as they will be more than 16 feet from masked Congregants.
- The microphone will be disinfected between each use.
Social Distancing
- You are required to maintain a distance of at least two metres/six feet from others while on the property.
- Families may sit together but must ensure a two metres/six-foot separation from other family groups.
Music
- There will be no choir or hymn singing.
- There will be vocal, instrumental music from performers who will remain a minimum of 16 feet from a masked audience.
Bulletins
We will not have printed bulletins. We will send you the order of service before Sunday if you'd like to print your own copy.
Offerings
To protect staff and volunteers we strongly recommend eliminating cash and envelopes as your method of giving. Instead please consider:
- Signing up for PAR by filling out the PAR authorization form
- Increase the amount of your PAR donation by contacting our Office Administrator Nancy Townend at:st.andrews.secretary@hotmail.comor the national PAR administrator at:par@united-church.ca
- Using E-Transfersto make your donations. Send your e-TF tost.andrews.office@bellnet.ca
- The preferred methods for giving can be found on our website at:https://www.standrewsunitedpakenham.org/donations-during-the-pandemic.html
- If these methods of giving are not possible for you there will be an offering drop.
We hope to see you this Sunday at Green Elms Farm.
We have a job opportunity that might be just right for you
Media Production Technician (MPT)
Media Production Technician (MPT)
We are in the process of upgrading our audio/visual equipment.
We need a qualified individual to operate the system during services and events.
The MPT has three primary areas of responsibility. The MPT:
1. Creates media shows using PowerPoint, ProPresenter or other media software for services and special events. The MPT may also provide this support for funerals and weddings.
a. Content for these productions is provided and may include announcements, worship songs and hymns, contemporary music, photographs, videos and sermon notes.
b. Creating the media presentation may require collaboration with the minister, director of music, office administrator, communications officer and others as appropriate to understand their goals for the presentation.
2. Troubleshoots and maintains all audio-visual (A-V) equipment.
3. Operates all media and A-V equipment during services and special events.
We expect the MPT to work four to six hours per week - more at the beginning while familiarizing themselves with the system. We are open to job sharing if you have a partner who might like to alternate Sundays with you.
We have budgeted $5,000 a year for this position.
See the full job description at: Employment Opportunities
If you are interested in the MPT position please contact Rhonda Tees at: rjtees@hotmail.com
We need a qualified individual to operate the system during services and events.
The MPT has three primary areas of responsibility. The MPT:
1. Creates media shows using PowerPoint, ProPresenter or other media software for services and special events. The MPT may also provide this support for funerals and weddings.
a. Content for these productions is provided and may include announcements, worship songs and hymns, contemporary music, photographs, videos and sermon notes.
b. Creating the media presentation may require collaboration with the minister, director of music, office administrator, communications officer and others as appropriate to understand their goals for the presentation.
2. Troubleshoots and maintains all audio-visual (A-V) equipment.
3. Operates all media and A-V equipment during services and special events.
We expect the MPT to work four to six hours per week - more at the beginning while familiarizing themselves with the system. We are open to job sharing if you have a partner who might like to alternate Sundays with you.
We have budgeted $5,000 a year for this position.
See the full job description at: Employment Opportunities
If you are interested in the MPT position please contact Rhonda Tees at: rjtees@hotmail.com
Pakenham Union Cemetery
Decoration Day Service
Decoration Day Service
The annual Decoration Day Service planned for August 9th, 2020, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Please note, the cemetery is open the week leading up to and including August 9th, 2020, to allow you to decorate your family plots. We welcome and encourage you to continue this long-standing tradition. Please ensure appropriate social distancing is practiced when at the cemetery.
Anyone wishing to support ongoing maintenance of the cemetery may send a donation by one of the following methods:
A tax receipt will be issued for donations of $25 or more. Thank you.
John Nightingale
613-296-6805
pakenhamunioncemetery@gmail.com
Secretary & Treasurer
Pakenham Union Cemetery
Pakenham, ON
Please note, the cemetery is open the week leading up to and including August 9th, 2020, to allow you to decorate your family plots. We welcome and encourage you to continue this long-standing tradition. Please ensure appropriate social distancing is practiced when at the cemetery.
Anyone wishing to support ongoing maintenance of the cemetery may send a donation by one of the following methods:
- Cheque to:
Pakenham Union Cemetery
c/o John Nightingale
1658 Blakeney Road
Pakenham, ON K0A 2X0 - e-Transfer to:
pakenhamunioncemetery@gmail.com
A tax receipt will be issued for donations of $25 or more. Thank you.
John Nightingale
613-296-6805
pakenhamunioncemetery@gmail.com
Secretary & Treasurer
Pakenham Union Cemetery
Pakenham, ON
1. Canada Summer Jobs for Youth
We have a Job Opportunity for a young person who likes to
work outdoors on a flexible Schedule.
The Pakenham Union Cemetery has a Canada Summer Jobs opportunity for a youth between the ages of 15 and 30. The primary tasks are cleaning and painting an iron fence and mapping out vacant plots in the cemetery.
There are 180 hours of work available on a flexible schedule.
The work must be completed by August 28, 2020.
Personal protective equipment and supplies will be provided.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working outdoors with minimal supervision.
Please send your resume to:
pakenhamunioncemetery@gmail.com Attention: CSJ 2020.
For full information on Canada Summer Jobs, go to: www.jobbank.gc.ca.
We have a Job Opportunity for a young person who likes to
work outdoors on a flexible Schedule.
The Pakenham Union Cemetery has a Canada Summer Jobs opportunity for a youth between the ages of 15 and 30. The primary tasks are cleaning and painting an iron fence and mapping out vacant plots in the cemetery.
There are 180 hours of work available on a flexible schedule.
The work must be completed by August 28, 2020.
Personal protective equipment and supplies will be provided.
The successful candidate should be comfortable working outdoors with minimal supervision.
Please send your resume to:
pakenhamunioncemetery@gmail.com Attention: CSJ 2020.
For full information on Canada Summer Jobs, go to: www.jobbank.gc.ca.
Pakenham Pastoral Charge is seeking a ¾ time qualified person to take on the ministry role within our two-point charge. We are willing to entertain becoming a student ministry education site, if a suitable candidate is found. The successful candidate must be able to lead inspirational and effective worship, build trust and relationships with a wide variety of people, and actively conduct pastoral care and community outreach, as they are important aspects of the position. The youth in our charge are encouraged to be active members of the church; therefore experience with youth would be highly beneficial.
Our charge is situated 30 minutes away from Ottawa in a small, rural community; our congregation is multi-generational and very active in the community.
For more information about the position and our Pastoral Charge click here for the Joint Needs Assessment Report.
Interested candidates are asked to forward questions to pakenhamjsc@outlook.com
Resumes should be sent to David Timpson at: personnel@bayofquinteconference.ca
Applications will be assessed as submitted until a suitable candidate is found.
Our charge is situated 30 minutes away from Ottawa in a small, rural community; our congregation is multi-generational and very active in the community.
For more information about the position and our Pastoral Charge click here for the Joint Needs Assessment Report.
Interested candidates are asked to forward questions to pakenhamjsc@outlook.com
Resumes should be sent to David Timpson at: personnel@bayofquinteconference.ca
Applications will be assessed as submitted until a suitable candidate is found.
2018
Ordained Minister, Designated Lay Minister or Diaconal Minister
Will consider becoming a Student Ministry Education Site (SME)
Thank you for your interest in the position of Minister for the Pakenham Pastoral Charge.
We have postponed our next speaker in the free Community Outreach Speaker series.
Stay tuned for developments.
Stay tuned for developments.
Worship Online with United Church of Canada Moderator
The Right Rev. Dr. Richard Bott
Though we can’t be together in person we can still stay connected. The news is filled with creative ways that we can stay in touch so that while alone we are not lonely. People are reaching out using FaceTime, Hang Outs, Zoom, Skype, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and yes, even old-fashioned ways like telephone and email.
Churchgoers are also missing gathering on Sundays to worship and hear messages from scripture that give us strength, grace and peace in the face of very difficult changes in our lives. To combat this, we can worship online.
Beginning Sunday, March 22, 2020, United Church of Canada Moderator Richard Bott, will be offering an online worship service each Sunday for the duration of the COVID-19 outbreak.
This will be a video-recorded service you can join on the web at:
www.united-church.ca/covid-19
or on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/UnitedChurchCda/
The Right Rev. Dr. Richard Bott
Though we can’t be together in person we can still stay connected. The news is filled with creative ways that we can stay in touch so that while alone we are not lonely. People are reaching out using FaceTime, Hang Outs, Zoom, Skype, Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and yes, even old-fashioned ways like telephone and email.
Churchgoers are also missing gathering on Sundays to worship and hear messages from scripture that give us strength, grace and peace in the face of very difficult changes in our lives. To combat this, we can worship online.
Beginning Sunday, March 22, 2020, United Church of Canada Moderator Richard Bott, will be offering an online worship service each Sunday for the duration of the COVID-19 outbreak.
This will be a video-recorded service you can join on the web at:
www.united-church.ca/covid-19
or on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/UnitedChurchCda/
Maple Run Studio Tour
Saturday and Sunday, April 4th & 5th, 2020
The 2020 Pakenham Maple Run Studio Tour brings together the works of 36 seasoned artists, artisans and craftspeople – including 6 who are new to the Tour.
These individuals share a spirit of self expression
that fuels the fire of their creative process.
Check out the artists at: https://mapleruntour.com/artists/
St. Andrew’s will again have a Bake Table.
Please contact Shirleen Duncan at 613-623-6679 or any member of the Special Events Committee if you can do some baking.
Saturday and Sunday, April 4th & 5th, 2020
The 2020 Pakenham Maple Run Studio Tour brings together the works of 36 seasoned artists, artisans and craftspeople – including 6 who are new to the Tour.
These individuals share a spirit of self expression
that fuels the fire of their creative process.
Check out the artists at: https://mapleruntour.com/artists/
St. Andrew’s will again have a Bake Table.
Please contact Shirleen Duncan at 613-623-6679 or any member of the Special Events Committee if you can do some baking.
At St. Andrew's we are a caring, spirit-filled community of faith. We foster Christian development and engage all people on their unique journey of faith. Our ministry has a small town, family feel and we welcome one and all.
You are welcome here
Music Sundays
The fourth Sunday of every month is a music Sunday.
Join worship services that celebrate our Christian faith through music.
The fourth Sunday of every month is a music Sunday.
Join worship services that celebrate our Christian faith through music.
March 2020
15...Rev. Brian Hamilton
22...Music Sunday
29... Allison Adamovits
15...Rev. Brian Hamilton
22...Music Sunday
29... Allison Adamovits
We are Pleased to Welcome
Sunday Service at 11 a.m.
Your health and safety are of paramount importance to us. We have postponed our next speaker in the free Community Outreach Speaker series.
Stay tuned for developments.
Hear speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
March 25, 2020
First Responders – Always There for You
Presenter: Lorraine Downey, Paramedic
Lorraine will share her experience as a country girl turned big city Paramedic and how her experience relates to her community in Pakenham.
Hear how to: take care of yourself so you don’t have to call 911; when 1st Responders strongly encourage you to call 911; what to do if you must call 911; and much more
Stay tuned for developments.
Hear speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
March 25, 2020
First Responders – Always There for You
Presenter: Lorraine Downey, Paramedic
Lorraine will share her experience as a country girl turned big city Paramedic and how her experience relates to her community in Pakenham.
Hear how to: take care of yourself so you don’t have to call 911; when 1st Responders strongly encourage you to call 911; what to do if you must call 911; and much more
Free Community Outreach Speaker Series
Pakenham Civitan, St. Andrew's United, St. Mark's Anglican and St. Peter Celestine Catholic churches are partnering to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
This month learn all about financial wellness.
February 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's United Church in Pakenham
Presented by Todd Shaver, Financial Planner and Catherine Metcalfe, Branch Manager from RBC in Pakenham
What is Financial Wellness? It's the balance between having control over your finances today while planning and preparing for a healthy financial future.
Pakenham Civitan, St. Andrew's United, St. Mark's Anglican and St. Peter Celestine Catholic churches are partnering to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
This month learn all about financial wellness.
February 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's United Church in Pakenham
Presented by Todd Shaver, Financial Planner and Catherine Metcalfe, Branch Manager from RBC in Pakenham
What is Financial Wellness? It's the balance between having control over your finances today while planning and preparing for a healthy financial future.
Free Community Outreach Speaker Series
Pakenham Civitan, St. Andrew's United, St. Mark's Anglican and St. Peter Celestine Catholic churches are partnering to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
This month learn all about financial wellness.
February 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's United Church in Pakenham
Presented by Todd Shaver, Financial Planner and Catherine Metcalfe, Branch Manager from RBC in Pakenham
What is Financial Wellness? It's the balance between having control over your finances today while planning and preparing for a healthy financial future.
Pakenham Civitan, St. Andrew's United, St. Mark's Anglican and St. Peter Celestine Catholic churches are partnering to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
This month learn all about financial wellness.
February 26, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
St. Andrew's United Church in Pakenham
Presented by Todd Shaver, Financial Planner and Catherine Metcalfe, Branch Manager from RBC in Pakenham
What is Financial Wellness? It's the balance between having control over your finances today while planning and preparing for a healthy financial future.
Broadview Magazine
Renewals for the Broadview magazine (formerly the United Church Observer) are due by Feb 15th. A year's subscription, with group discount is still $25.
Please let Marilyn Snedden know at 256-3130 or msnedden@storm.ca if you wish to renew. New subscribers are welcome.
The articles cover a wide range of thought provoking topics.
Renewals for the Broadview magazine (formerly the United Church Observer) are due by Feb 15th. A year's subscription, with group discount is still $25.
Please let Marilyn Snedden know at 256-3130 or msnedden@storm.ca if you wish to renew. New subscribers are welcome.
The articles cover a wide range of thought provoking topics.
Another Big Event to Celebrate our 180 Year Milestone
Thursday, February 6, 2020
Singin’ and Hamin’ it Up
6:00 p.m. Supper | 7:00 p.m. Concert
What goes with ham? Why music of course!
Feed your body and soul at this dinner-musicale!
On the menu: ham, baked beans, scalloped potatoes and all the fixin's.
This scrumptious supper will be followed by a concert featuring St. Andrew's choir, special guest performer Michael Ryan and talented area young people.
Your participation will support an investment in technology that will ensure our beautiful church continues to be a great gathering place for worship, parties, meetings, music and community events.
Thursday, February 6, 2020
Singin’ and Hamin’ it Up
6:00 p.m. Supper | 7:00 p.m. Concert
What goes with ham? Why music of course!
Feed your body and soul at this dinner-musicale!
On the menu: ham, baked beans, scalloped potatoes and all the fixin's.
This scrumptious supper will be followed by a concert featuring St. Andrew's choir, special guest performer Michael Ryan and talented area young people.
Your participation will support an investment in technology that will ensure our beautiful church continues to be a great gathering place for worship, parties, meetings, music and community events.
Conversations with Local Churches
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 / 7:30 p.m.
Churches Partnering for a Secure Future
St. Andrew's is hosting an evening with Rev. Eric Lukacs and his team from partnering churches Carleton Memorial in Ottawa and St. Andrew’s in Buckingham. Their long-term goal is to have 7 churches share 3 ministers and a central music director. They are excited about their work and so are we.
Come out and join the conversation about the future of our church.
Please let Bronwen know if you plan to attend: bharman@xplornet.ca
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 / 7:30 p.m.
Churches Partnering for a Secure Future
St. Andrew's is hosting an evening with Rev. Eric Lukacs and his team from partnering churches Carleton Memorial in Ottawa and St. Andrew’s in Buckingham. Their long-term goal is to have 7 churches share 3 ministers and a central music director. They are excited about their work and so are we.
Come out and join the conversation about the future of our church.
Please let Bronwen know if you plan to attend: bharman@xplornet.ca
Joint Service of the Pakenham Pastoral Charge
Sunday, February 2, 2020 / 10:00 a.m.
Fulton's Pancake House and Sugar Bush
You're invited to our annual joint winter service with Zion United.
Fulton's Pancake House on Sugar Bush Road is hosting the service at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Barry Goodwin will preside.
Service will be followed by a Pancake Brunch with the proceeds from the brunch going to Zion United Church.
Sunday, February 2, 2020 / 10:00 a.m.
Fulton's Pancake House and Sugar Bush
You're invited to our annual joint winter service with Zion United.
Fulton's Pancake House on Sugar Bush Road is hosting the service at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Barry Goodwin will preside.
Service will be followed by a Pancake Brunch with the proceeds from the brunch going to Zion United Church.
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 / 7:30 p.m. / Dining Hall
Conversations with Local Churches
St. Andrew's is hosting an evening with Rev. Eric Lukacs and his team from partnering churches Carleton Memorial in Ottawa and St. Andrew’s in Buckingham. Their long-term goal is to have 7 churches share 3 ministers and a central music director. They are excited about their work and so are we.
Come out and join the conversation about the future of our church.
Please let Bronwen know if you plan to attend: bharman@xplornet.ca
Conversations with Local Churches
St. Andrew's is hosting an evening with Rev. Eric Lukacs and his team from partnering churches Carleton Memorial in Ottawa and St. Andrew’s in Buckingham. Their long-term goal is to have 7 churches share 3 ministers and a central music director. They are excited about their work and so are we.
Come out and join the conversation about the future of our church.
Please let Bronwen know if you plan to attend: bharman@xplornet.ca
Free Community Outreach Speaker Series
In the true sense of community the Pakenham Civitan and local churches are partnering for a second year to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.
Community Outreach Speaker Series
“Celebrate Soil”
The human race is dependent on soil for food. In many countries around the world soil erosion and poisoning of the soil has led to famine. And, soil erosion contributes to climate change as carbons are released into the atmosphere when soil erodes.
Whether you farm hundreds of acres or tend a small backyard garden, understanding how to manage your soil is key to healthy, sustainable crops.
Join Paul and Jean Sullivan, from Sullivan Agro as they help us think about, learn about, and celebrate soil. Whether its cover crops, tillage, technology, compaction, nutrition, soil life or rotation, we’ll discuss the soil and how to care for and sustain it well into the future.
Please note that the start time for this event only is being moved from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
In the true sense of community the Pakenham Civitan and local churches are partnering for a second year to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things of importance to you and your family.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 7:30 p.m.
Community Outreach Speaker Series
“Celebrate Soil”
The human race is dependent on soil for food. In many countries around the world soil erosion and poisoning of the soil has led to famine. And, soil erosion contributes to climate change as carbons are released into the atmosphere when soil erodes.
Whether you farm hundreds of acres or tend a small backyard garden, understanding how to manage your soil is key to healthy, sustainable crops.
Join Paul and Jean Sullivan, from Sullivan Agro as they help us think about, learn about, and celebrate soil. Whether its cover crops, tillage, technology, compaction, nutrition, soil life or rotation, we’ll discuss the soil and how to care for and sustain it well into the future.
Please note that the start time for this event only is being moved from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The Fourth Sunday
At St. Andrew’s we do something special on the fourth Sunday of every month. It might be a music Sunday or a guest speaker. In 2019, Marilyn Snedden took us back to yesteryear in the Blakeney churches, Dan Mason gave us a tour of India, Tom Affleck asked us, “What is Church?”, and we welcomed Rev. Debbie Roi in a warm, wonderful homecoming on our anniversary.
We have lots more in store for you on the fourth Sunday of the every month in 2020. Come and see what we’re up to.
January 26, 2020
This month the Pakenham & District Civitan
will be talking about the organization and good works in our community.
At St. Andrew’s we do something special on the fourth Sunday of every month. It might be a music Sunday or a guest speaker. In 2019, Marilyn Snedden took us back to yesteryear in the Blakeney churches, Dan Mason gave us a tour of India, Tom Affleck asked us, “What is Church?”, and we welcomed Rev. Debbie Roi in a warm, wonderful homecoming on our anniversary.
We have lots more in store for you on the fourth Sunday of the every month in 2020. Come and see what we’re up to.
January 26, 2020
This month the Pakenham & District Civitan
will be talking about the organization and good works in our community.
Come Celebrate Frost Festival at St. Andrew’s
Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
The Civitan Frost Festival Breakfast
Join us for a breakfast that will keep you warm while you enjoy Frost Festival activities.
Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.
Frost Festival Ecumenical Service
Rev. Darlene Bamford presiding
Join us for service and stay for lunch and music by Doug Russell.
Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
The Civitan Frost Festival Bingo
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, January 18, 2020 from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
The Civitan Frost Festival Breakfast
Join us for a breakfast that will keep you warm while you enjoy Frost Festival activities.
Sunday, January 19, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.
Frost Festival Ecumenical Service
Rev. Darlene Bamford presiding
Join us for service and stay for lunch and music by Doug Russell.
Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
The Civitan Frost Festival Bingo
Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
St. Andrew's is pleased to welcome Kristy Giles and her Mind-Body Fitness Program
by Kristy Wood-Giles
MSc Natural Health, PTS, YogaFIT, Life Coach
Sessions to be held on Tuesdays at 7 pm between Nov 26 and Dec 17, 2019
$60
To register, please contact Kristy at 613-852-7496 or kristygiles@storm.ca
Mind-Body Fitness will undo all the misinformation out there about how to get healthy and in shape. Incorporating fitness in your life is much easier than we are led to believe - it can be done in minutes a day.
You will also experience what science now tells us about how your mind perceives and your body reacts - which makes it so much more fun and effective.
This program has something for everyone and every ability.
What you will learn in this program will radiate into all areas of your life and help you more fully enjoy the holiday season.
by Kristy Wood-Giles
MSc Natural Health, PTS, YogaFIT, Life Coach
Sessions to be held on Tuesdays at 7 pm between Nov 26 and Dec 17, 2019
$60
To register, please contact Kristy at 613-852-7496 or kristygiles@storm.ca
Mind-Body Fitness will undo all the misinformation out there about how to get healthy and in shape. Incorporating fitness in your life is much easier than we are led to believe - it can be done in minutes a day.
You will also experience what science now tells us about how your mind perceives and your body reacts - which makes it so much more fun and effective.
This program has something for everyone and every ability.
What you will learn in this program will radiate into all areas of your life and help you more fully enjoy the holiday season.
St. Andrew's in Partnership with The Festival of Small Halls Presents
Còig from Cape Breton
Sunday, December 8, 2019 / 3:00 p.m.
Còig is an award winning Celtic supergroup that plays a unique combination of music derived from traditional East coast music that is heavily influenced by the musical experience of each member of the band.
Hear samples of Còig’s music at: www.coig.ca/
Purchase tickets at NIcholson's or on-line at:
festivalofsmallhalls.frontgatetickets.com/event/zsbz7szq3jamlhi6
Còig from Cape Breton
Sunday, December 8, 2019 / 3:00 p.m.
Còig is an award winning Celtic supergroup that plays a unique combination of music derived from traditional East coast music that is heavily influenced by the musical experience of each member of the band.
Hear samples of Còig’s music at: www.coig.ca/
Purchase tickets at NIcholson's or on-line at:
festivalofsmallhalls.frontgatetickets.com/event/zsbz7szq3jamlhi6
* News *
The Pakenham Pastoral Charge Official Board met on Wednesday, September 9, 2019. As a result of this meeting I can officially announce that Bill Checkley is on medical leave for the foreseeable future. A process to ensure pulpit supply was discussed and agreed upon at this meeting.
If you have pastoral care needs please contact:
Marilyn Snedden (256-3130) at St. Andrew’s
Glen Lawson (256-2252) at Zion.
We wish Bill a full and speedy recovery.
Bronwen Harman, Chair, Pakenham Pastoral Charge Official Board
The Pakenham Pastoral Charge Official Board met on Wednesday, September 9, 2019. As a result of this meeting I can officially announce that Bill Checkley is on medical leave for the foreseeable future. A process to ensure pulpit supply was discussed and agreed upon at this meeting.
If you have pastoral care needs please contact:
Marilyn Snedden (256-3130) at St. Andrew’s
Glen Lawson (256-2252) at Zion.
We wish Bill a full and speedy recovery.
Bronwen Harman, Chair, Pakenham Pastoral Charge Official Board
Dessert Tea and Gift Basket Auction
St. Andrew's loves playing host to this great annual event.
Don't miss the fun or the wonderful baskets filled with the best of everything.
St. Andrew's loves playing host to this great annual event.
Don't miss the fun or the wonderful baskets filled with the best of everything.
A huge thank you to the Pakenham & District Civitan Club for a very generous donation to St. Andrew's.
On Sunday, April 28, 2019 we filled Cathy's car with donations for the Food Bank.
Our thanks to the people of St Andrew's and Zion and their family, friends, neighbours and coworkers.
Thanks to your generosity we delivered 415 lbs. of food, baby products and toiletries to The Lanark County Food Bank Hunger Stop.
Manager Karin Nakamura, and staff were thrilled with our donation.
Thanks again to all for stepping up to complete this challenge.
And, special thanks to Zade Hakeem for planting the idea in Cathy's head.
Our thanks to the people of St Andrew's and Zion and their family, friends, neighbours and coworkers.
Thanks to your generosity we delivered 415 lbs. of food, baby products and toiletries to The Lanark County Food Bank Hunger Stop.
Manager Karin Nakamura, and staff were thrilled with our donation.
Thanks again to all for stepping up to complete this challenge.
And, special thanks to Zade Hakeem for planting the idea in Cathy's head.
April 28, 2019 Food Bank Challenge
Fill Cathy's Car
We challenged you to fill Cathy's car with donations for the Food Bank on Sunday, April 28, 2019 .
You engaged your family, co-workers and neighbours to pitch in. Everything non-perishable was welcome. You donated toilet paper, instant coffee, baby wipes, pablum, diapers, pet food, canned beans and meats, toiletries...
Your generosity kick started spring with a full pantry for the Food Bank.
Fill Cathy's Car
We challenged you to fill Cathy's car with donations for the Food Bank on Sunday, April 28, 2019 .
You engaged your family, co-workers and neighbours to pitch in. Everything non-perishable was welcome. You donated toilet paper, instant coffee, baby wipes, pablum, diapers, pet food, canned beans and meats, toiletries...
Your generosity kick started spring with a full pantry for the Food Bank.
Festival of Small Halls
We are pleased to welcome Harry Manx on Saturday, September 21, 2019.
Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $33.
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is about sharing a love of music in a beloved place. The Festival brings exceptional Canadian musicians to small venues across Eastern Ontario and the Ottawa Valley. St. Andrew’s is proud to be one of the special venues for this festival.
To catch a glimpse of Harry visit: thefestivalofsmallhalls.com/harry-manx/
You can purchase tickets at: festivalofsmallhalls.frontgatetickets.com/?_ga=2.109020673.246256302.1563985437-1906406038.1530379689
For more information on The Festival of Small Halls see: thefestivalofsmallhalls.com/
We are pleased to welcome Harry Manx on Saturday, September 21, 2019.
Concert starts at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $33.
The Ontario Festival of Small Halls is about sharing a love of music in a beloved place. The Festival brings exceptional Canadian musicians to small venues across Eastern Ontario and the Ottawa Valley. St. Andrew’s is proud to be one of the special venues for this festival.
To catch a glimpse of Harry visit: thefestivalofsmallhalls.com/harry-manx/
You can purchase tickets at: festivalofsmallhalls.frontgatetickets.com/?_ga=2.109020673.246256302.1563985437-1906406038.1530379689
For more information on The Festival of Small Halls see: thefestivalofsmallhalls.com/
Fish Fry
Saturday, September 7, 2019 / 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Fish from Mundell’s Surf & Turf
Corn from Hudson Farms
Homemade pie for dessert
We need volunteers to make pies and work at the event so you’ll be hearing from the Fish Fry Team Leaders asking for your help.
Saturday, September 7, 2019 / 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Fish from Mundell’s Surf & Turf
Corn from Hudson Farms
Homemade pie for dessert
We need volunteers to make pies and work at the event so you’ll be hearing from the Fish Fry Team Leaders asking for your help.
2019 Monthly Anthem and Music Event Schedule
Support the Pakenham Civitan in their Support of Us!
WOW! How great is this!
WOW! How great is this!
Sunday, June 23, 2019
1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
Second Annual Ride United
Celebrating Bike Month in Mississippi Mills
Riders of all ages and abilities will enjoy a day of cycling and community.
It is a 17 km ride from Almonte United to St. Andrew's United in Pakenham.
The route follows the back roads to avoid traffic. The Rail Trail is also a great option.
There will be support along the route should anyone need it and transportation back to Almonte if you don’t want to do the return ride.
The fun starts at 1 p.m.
To sign up or help, contact:
Bill Treusch treuschbill@hotmail.com
or Bruce Reside bgreside@gmail.com)
Celebrating Bike Month in Mississippi Mills
Riders of all ages and abilities will enjoy a day of cycling and community.
It is a 17 km ride from Almonte United to St. Andrew's United in Pakenham.
The route follows the back roads to avoid traffic. The Rail Trail is also a great option.
There will be support along the route should anyone need it and transportation back to Almonte if you don’t want to do the return ride.
The fun starts at 1 p.m.
To sign up or help, contact:
Bill Treusch treuschbill@hotmail.com
or Bruce Reside bgreside@gmail.com)
Sunday, June 16, 2019 at 11:00 am
Joint service at Zion
Come out and help celebrate Zion's anniversary
- 126 years of faith, friendship and fun.
There will be no service at St. Andrew's this day.
Joint service at Zion
Come out and help celebrate Zion's anniversary
- 126 years of faith, friendship and fun.
There will be no service at St. Andrew's this day.
In the true sense of community the Civitan and local churches are partnering to bring you a free speaker series. Come out and hear great speakers talk about things that are important to you and your family.
Stay tuned for the fall line-up!
Stay tuned for the fall line-up!
St. Andrew’s United welcomes
The Life of Pearls
"Into the Beautiful Blue"
Saturday, May 4, 2019
7:00 p.m.
The Life of Pearls
"Into the Beautiful Blue"
Saturday, May 4, 2019
7:00 p.m.
Featuring the lush vocals of Shann Bailey and the original songs of Timothy Trieste, from the group's adult contemporary album, the concert features a 5-piece band with some of Ottawa and Toronto's most accomplished musicians.
With styles ranging from singer-songwriter, to adult pop, to jazz, the concert aspires to also be a real stage show with a series of unique narrations which tie the songs together, featuring short stories written for the stage from Trieste's forthcoming book. The poetic songs and stories weave together the big themes of existence: love, loss, our purpose in nature and the greater universe, and the personal experiences we all share in making our way through life.
Visit The Life of Pearls website for more information and to purchase tickets ($20) at: http://www.thelifeofpearls.ca
Tickets go on sale April 1st, 2019.
With styles ranging from singer-songwriter, to adult pop, to jazz, the concert aspires to also be a real stage show with a series of unique narrations which tie the songs together, featuring short stories written for the stage from Trieste's forthcoming book. The poetic songs and stories weave together the big themes of existence: love, loss, our purpose in nature and the greater universe, and the personal experiences we all share in making our way through life.
Visit The Life of Pearls website for more information and to purchase tickets ($20) at: http://www.thelifeofpearls.ca
Tickets go on sale April 1st, 2019.
Women's Self Care Retreat
Galilee Centre, Arnprior
Sunday, May 5 and Monday, May 6, 2019
2 pm Sunday - 4 pm Monday
For more information contact Joan Gillan at 613-832-2556
Galilee Centre, Arnprior
Sunday, May 5 and Monday, May 6, 2019
2 pm Sunday - 4 pm Monday
For more information contact Joan Gillan at 613-832-2556
St. Andrew’s United welcomes
The Life of Pearls
"Into the Beautiful Blue"
Saturday, May 4, 2019
7:00 p.m.
The Life of Pearls
"Into the Beautiful Blue"
Saturday, May 4, 2019
7:00 p.m.
Featuring the lush vocals of Shann Bailey and the original songs of Timothy Trieste, from the group's adult contemporary album, the concert features a 5-piece band with some of Ottawa and Toronto's most accomplished musicians.
With styles ranging from singer-songwriter, to adult pop, to jazz, the concert aspires to also be a real stage show with a series of unique narrations which tie the songs together, featuring short stories written for the stage from Trieste's forthcoming book. The poetic songs and stories weave together the big themes of existence: love, loss, our purpose in nature and the greater universe, and the personal experiences we all share in making our way through life.
Visit The Life of Pearls website for more information and to purchase tickets
($20 plus GST) at: http://www.thelifeofpearls.ca
Tickets go on sale April 1st, 2019.
With styles ranging from singer-songwriter, to adult pop, to jazz, the concert aspires to also be a real stage show with a series of unique narrations which tie the songs together, featuring short stories written for the stage from Trieste's forthcoming book. The poetic songs and stories weave together the big themes of existence: love, loss, our purpose in nature and the greater universe, and the personal experiences we all share in making our way through life.
Visit The Life of Pearls website for more information and to purchase tickets
($20 plus GST) at: http://www.thelifeofpearls.ca
Tickets go on sale April 1st, 2019.
Food Bank Challenge
Our donations to the Food Bank have dropped off.
To get us all re-energized we have a challenge for you.
We are going to do our best to fill Cathy's car with non-perishable items.
So, challenge your family, your co-workers, your neighbours to help us fill Cathy's car.
Everything non-perishable is welcome. You can donate toilet paper, instant coffee, baby wipes, Pablum, diapers, pet food, canned beans and meats, toiletries...
Help kick start spring by filling the Food Bank's pantry.
Our donations to the Food Bank have dropped off.
To get us all re-energized we have a challenge for you.
We are going to do our best to fill Cathy's car with non-perishable items.
So, challenge your family, your co-workers, your neighbours to help us fill Cathy's car.
Everything non-perishable is welcome. You can donate toilet paper, instant coffee, baby wipes, Pablum, diapers, pet food, canned beans and meats, toiletries...
Help kick start spring by filling the Food Bank's pantry.
St. Andrew’s and Zion United Churches of Pakenham and Cedar Hill
Welcome You to Easter Worship
Welcome You to Easter Worship
Friday, April 19
Good Friday Joint Service
11 a.m. Zion, Cedar Hill
Sunday, April 21
Easter Sunday Day of Resurrection
7:00 a.m. Community Sunrise Service
Service to be held at town side of the bridge.
Followed by light refreshments at St. Andrew’s
9:30 a.m. Zion, Cedar Hill
11 a.m. St. Andrew’s, Pakenham
Good Friday Joint Service
11 a.m. Zion, Cedar Hill
Sunday, April 21
Easter Sunday Day of Resurrection
7:00 a.m. Community Sunrise Service
Service to be held at town side of the bridge.
Followed by light refreshments at St. Andrew’s
9:30 a.m. Zion, Cedar Hill
11 a.m. St. Andrew’s, Pakenham
Wander our beautiful country side.
Experience the great food.
Indulge in exceptional crafts and art.
Find this year’s brochure at: https://mapleruntour.files.wordpress.com/2019/02/maple-run-brochure-web-2019-version2.pdf
For full details visit the website at: https://mapleruntour.com/
Experience the great food.
Indulge in exceptional crafts and art.
Find this year’s brochure at: https://mapleruntour.files.wordpress.com/2019/02/maple-run-brochure-web-2019-version2.pdf
For full details visit the website at: https://mapleruntour.com/
17th Annual Pakenham Maple Run Tour
April 6th & 7th, 2019
Wander * Experience * Indulge
St. Andrew’s is Stop 6 on the tour this year.
Visit our Bake Table, browse and shop the talented artists.
April 6th & 7th, 2019
Wander * Experience * Indulge
St. Andrew’s is Stop 6 on the tour this year.
Visit our Bake Table, browse and shop the talented artists.
In memory of our dear friend Margie Argue
and in support of the Rosamond Wing of the Almonte General Hospital
and in support of the Rosamond Wing of the Almonte General Hospital
Wander our beautiful country side.
Experience the great food.
Indulge in exceptional crafts and art.
Find this year’s brochure at: mapleruntour.files.wordpress.com/2019/02/maple-run-brochure-web-2019-version2.pdf
For details visit the tour website at: mapleruntour.com/
For more details visit The Millstone at: millstonenews.com/2019/03/plan-now-for-the-maple-run-tour-april-6-7.html
Experience the great food.
Indulge in exceptional crafts and art.
Find this year’s brochure at: mapleruntour.files.wordpress.com/2019/02/maple-run-brochure-web-2019-version2.pdf
For details visit the tour website at: mapleruntour.com/
For more details visit The Millstone at: millstonenews.com/2019/03/plan-now-for-the-maple-run-tour-april-6-7.html
17th Annual Pakenham Maple Run Tour
April 6th & 7th, 2019
Wander * Experience * Indulge
St. Andrew’s is Stop 6 on the tour this year.
Visit our Bake Table, browse and shop the talented artists.
April 6th & 7th, 2019
Wander * Experience * Indulge
St. Andrew’s is Stop 6 on the tour this year.
Visit our Bake Table, browse and shop the talented artists.
Sunday, February 17, 2019
11:30 a.m.
St. Andrew's Annual General Meeting
A short service at 11:00 a.m. is followed by the meeting and a potluck lunch.
A to M bring mains / N - Z bring deserts
Please read the Annual Report found here before the meeting.
11:30 a.m.
St. Andrew's Annual General Meeting
A short service at 11:00 a.m. is followed by the meeting and a potluck lunch.
A to M bring mains / N - Z bring deserts
Please read the Annual Report found here before the meeting.
Volunteers Make the World Go 'Round
The New Year is just around the corner and we are looking for volunteers to help with the work of the church in 2019 and beyond.
We each bring something unique to the table and there is a place at St. Andrew's for your particular talents, skills and experience.
What is it you like to do? Whatever it is you can do it at St. Andrew’s and make a positive difference in our community.
Please check out the descriptions of committees and positions on the About Us page of this site.
We are asking that you contact the chairs of any committees that might be of interest to you to discuss how you can get involved.
Your appointment, should you choose to help, will be made at the Annual General Meeting on February 17, 2019, right after service.
Thank you for your thinking about how you can help!
Sunday, February 10, 2019
10:00 a.m.
Joint service at
Fulton Pancake House and Sugar Bush
11:30 a.m.
Pancake lunch followed by a party celebrating winter.
Bring your sleds, snow shoes
and cross country skis.
All proceeds go to the Zion’s United Church in Cedar Hill.
10:00 a.m.
Joint service at
Fulton Pancake House and Sugar Bush
11:30 a.m.
Pancake lunch followed by a party celebrating winter.
Bring your sleds, snow shoes
and cross country skis.
All proceeds go to the Zion’s United Church in Cedar Hill.
