Note: the gathering this month will be online over Zoom. We have 2 women’s spirituality groups where women meet monthly to contemplate life’s questions and support each other. Women's Spirituality Group II meet on the third Tuesday from 1:00pm - 2:30pm of each month in the sanctuary. If interested, please reach out to ac.de1781748339tinue1781748339uneva1781748339nwalr1781748339iaf@s1781748339e1781748339
Quarterly online meeting of Fairlawn's Governing Council. Governing Council – Vacancies Governing Council is the body of volunteers elected by the Congregation to ensure that the Mission /Call expressed by the congregation is fulfilled in diverse and effective ways , and that the operations of Fairlawn Avenue United Church are carried out responsibly and in support of that Mission. The full Governing Council meet approximately four times per year. We’re seeking several Fairlawners who believe in the work of our church community and want to help shape that vision. Might you be interested in being part of Fairlawn’s council? Do you have some leadership or personnel experience to offer to the church? Would you consider co-chairing with a friend? There will be lots of support from the current chairs and from the ongoing team. Chair, Governing Council Chair, Explore Spirituality Chair, Experience Belonging Find out more by watching the recording of the April 30 congregational meeting.
Please join us on the church lawn this evening at 6:30pm for a silent vigil to bear witness to lives lost and for the hope of peace. The United Church of Canada Joins Day of Prayer
The Prayer Shawl Ministry knitters meet the third Wednesday of every month at 1:00pm to 2:00pm online to knit and chat. Prayer shawls are offered to Fairlawn members, family and friends in need of support and comfort, or to celebrate a special occasion. The knitters work on their own time on these cozy, warm shawls that serve as a tangible reminder that one is not alone. Please contact ac.de1781748339tinue1781748339uneva1781748339nwalr1781748339iaf@b1781748339e1781748339 if you would like to participate in this Ministry or if you know of someone who would appreciate receiving a shawl.
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The Explore Spirituality Council (ES) meet online the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 4:00om - 5:00pm. If you are interested in joining the ES Council, please reach out to ac.de1781748339tinue1781748339uneva1781748339nwalr1781748339iaf@s1781748339e1781748339 Governance
Online gathering Monday, October 23 at 7:30pm. All readers of the print and online editions are welcome. In the October/November 2023 issue: Canada’s explosive online gambling A woman reflects on the 10th anniversary of her suicide-attempt How Saleemul Huq is helping developing nations prepare for the worst of the climate crisis ZOOM LOGIN DETAILS
PLEASE NOTE - the session scheduled for Tuesday, November 14 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 22 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm. Join us online on Zoom with the Rev. Jean Ward to explore the sacred bonds of belonging, relationship and reciprocity through two books: Braiding Sweetgrass – Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer, 2013 The Woman Who Went To The Moon – Poems of Igloolik by Rosemary Clewes, 2017
Fairlawn Quilters. If you have questions or are interested in participating, please reach out to Jill Kalehn via email at ac.de1781748339tinue1781748339uneva1781748339nwalr1781748339iaf@s1781748339retli1781748339uq1781748339.
PLEASE NOTE - the session scheduled for Wednesday, November 15 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, November 22 1:30pm - 3:00pm Join us in-person with the Rev. Jean Ward to explore the sacred bonds of belonging, relationship and reciprocity through two books: Braiding Sweetgrass – Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer, 2013 The Woman Who Went To The Moon – Poems of Igloolik by Rosemary Clewes, 2017 Registration is required as Jean sends out pre-session emails/content.
Fairlawners, friends and neighbours are invited to gather at 6:30pm for a vigil to share in prayers and readings, to bear witness to the lives lost and for the hope of peace.
All knitters and novices are welcome to join - meet the last Monday of each month from 1:30pm - 3:00pm off-site. Bring your current knitting, crocheting, sewing, needlework project, or whatever you are working on, and enjoy the visit. For more information and gathering location/address, please contact ac.de1781748339tinue1781748339uneva1781748339nwalr1781748339iaf@p1781748339uorgg1781748339nitti1781748339nk1781748339.