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Belleville, ON
St. Matthew’s United Church is seeking a full-time lead minister. St. Matthew’s Belleville is located in the beautiful Bay of Quinte area of south-eastern Ontario, within a short traveling distance to Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal. Information about our church family, our ministry and our JNAC report are available on our website at
www.stmatthewsbelleville.com. Please forward any additional requests for details and resumes to our correspondence secretary: S. Daley, JSC, 29 Moira Lea Court, RR 5, Belleville, ON, K8N 4Z5; email:
stmattsjointsearch@live.com.
Brantford, ON
St. Andrew's United Church in Brantford is seeking ministers to fill 1.5 positions. St. Andrew’s has a beautiful brand new building that has been rebuilt after a fire and we are looking to use our facility to its full potential. We are located in downtown Brantford, next to Wilfred Laurier and Nipissing Universities and Mohawk College. Our congregation has a tradition of social outreach in our downtown location, including a methadone clinic and meal program. We are seeking strong preaching, creative worship, and leadership to complement our growing family environment. For more information please read our JNAC Report found at our website at
www.standrewsbrantford.ca. Resumes may be sent to our corresponding secretary, Hilary Daboll at
hilary.daboll@granderie.ca.
Bonnyville, AB
St. John’s United Church, situated in the Lakeland of Northeast Alberta, is seeking a full-time Minister to lead a vibrant one-point charge of about 137 families. The candidate should have strong biblically-based preaching skills and an ability to relate to all ages. The minister will be supported by active and enthusiastic lay leadership, large Sunday school with excellent programming, faithful choir and a growing young family population. Information about our church family, our ministry and our JNAC report are available on our website
www.stjohnsunitedchurch.yolasite.com. Please forward resumes or requests for additional information to: Roy Doonanco, P.O. Box 8231, Bonnyville, AB, T9N 2J5; email:
rdoonanco@gmail.com.
Burin, NL
Burin Pastoral Charge, in the scenic and historic Town of Burin is inviting applications for the position of full-time Ordained Minister of our two-point pastoral charge. This person will bring the word of God in a very meaningful way to our congregations. An enthusiasm for pastoral care, visitation of shut-ins, hospitals and seniors homes and youth ministry is desirable. We have a modern split-level, 3 bedroom manse overlooking the water, located near hospitals, pre-school to university and college level, shopping centers, walking trails, etc. Interested candidates may request our JNAC Report and/or submit a resume to: Jean Dibbon, Chair, Joint Search Committee, Site 18, Box 19, Burin, NL, A0E 1E0, or email:
jdibbon@hotmail.com. Deadline for applications is on or before April 30, 2010.
Canada Wide
Are you called to a new kind of Ministry? Do you desire a fresh context? The Canadian Forces Chaplains Branch is comprised of multi-faith, multi-disciplinary teams, dedicated to meeting the challenges of Military Members and their families. The people we serve and the contexts in which we serve them are as varied as those who answer the call. Innovation and initiative are encouraged. For more information, follow:
www.dnd.ca/chapgen/.
Chatham, ON
Are you a minister with vision, pastoral sensitivity and a passion for outreach in the community? Do you have the energy to face challenges with us? If so, come evolve with us! Sprucedale/Providence Pastoral Charge is seeking a full-time ordained, diaconal, or recognized designated lay minister. Our active two-point charge (one rural, one urban/residential) has two services each Sunday, and the congregants enjoy participation in many joint functions. We seek someone with strong leadership skills, a willingness to work in a team environment with friendliness, enthusiasm, and a sense of humor, and who can provide pastoral care with empathy. Can you be a leader who will guide and inspire us in our spiritual journey and help us to grow our presence in the community? To submit a resume, please contact Cheryl at
cheryl.sprucprov@yahoo.ca. Please visit
www.sprucedaleprovidence.com to review our JNAC report.
Chilliwack, BC
Become a welcomed member of this fast growing community of the Fraser Valley, with pristine mountain views and a population of 90,000 strong. Chilliwack United Church is offering a full time position to the ordained minister who will: provide worship and pastoral care; actively encourage congregational growth; have a strong sense of community outreach; use fair and effective communication skills working with the office secretary and a large base of volunteers; and support congregational endeavours. Submit resumes to Carroll Krueger, 10062 Kenswood Drive, Chilliwack, BC, V2P 7N4, or
djcl@shaw.ca by April 9, 2010.
Coronation, AB
Trinity United and Veteran United Church are a two-point pastoral charge situated in the Town of Coronation and Village of Veteran, located in east central Alberta. The two congregations have a caring and co-operative working relationship. We are seeking a full-time minister to work with a devoted and committed pastoral charge. We will welcome ordained, diaconal or lay pastoral minister. We are a family orientated community with a full range of recreational activities. To make inquiries or to request our JNAC Report, please contact Lynda Leuck, Secretary, Joint Search Committee, Box 907, Coronation, AB, T0C 1C0, or by email:
lyndal@wildroseinternet.ca.
Edmonton, AB
“The mission of Riverbend United Church is to celebrate the Good News of Jesus Christ, to embody that Good News for the world, and to welcome and befriend one another in the name of Christ.” Riverbend is seeking to fill a full-time position: Congregational Minister for Youth and Families. As a key member of our ministry team (which includes a full-time ordained lead minister, music director, parish nurse and office administrator) the candidate will provide spiritual leadership and development to our children, youth, young adults and families. The minister will cultivate our Children and Family ministries and continue to enhance our vibrant Youth and Young Adult ministry while nurturing the potential of our committed lay leadership. For a complete ministry personnel description and expected qualifications, please consult our JNAC report posted at
www.riverbendunited.org. Preference will be given to candidates possessing specific training and experience in the faith formation and pastoral care of children and youth. However, candidates with related experience but lacking in specific training will be considered. Applications, including a covering letter outlining why you feel called to this role, can be submitted to JSC Corresponding Secretary, 14907 – 45 Avenue, Edmonton, AB, T6H 5K8, or by email at
jsc@riverbendunited.org. Applications must be received by March 26, 2010. Interviews will be conducted in April and the position will begin on or before September 1, 2010.
Fairview, AB
St. Paul's United Church is seeking a full-time minister to lead and inspire our congregation to a greater sense of our christian faith. St. Paul's is a historical and vibrant place of worship with an enthusiastic congregation of all ages from infant to 90. St. Paul's is located in the beautiful town of Fairview, known as "The Heart of the Peace", which is situated approximately one hour from a major city. We are looking for a minister who has a deep and growing relationship with God, is able to mentor and empower others and is community minded. For further information, or to request the JNAC report, please contact Steve Johnson, Box 255, Fairview, AB, T0H 1L0, 780-835-4654, or go to our website:
stpaulsunited.wordpress.com.
Guelph, ON -
Harcourt Memorial United Church is a dynamic, affirming congregation of 375 families in. We are seeking a 30 hour per week Children, Youth and Family Minister to join our Ministry team. We are open to Congregational Designated Minister, Designated Lay Minister or Diaconal applicants. Harcourt is evolving through a paradigm shift towards a new transformational model of Children, Youth and Family Ministry. Your ministry focus is to engage and inspire our young families, youth and children to live more fully and wholly in community. You are someone who is creative, comfortable with technology and may have musical gifts. A detailed job description and JNAC report are available at
www.harcourtuc.ca. Resumes should be sent to Laura Hofer at
cyfm.harcourt@gmail.com by Monday, March 22, 2010.
Halifax, NS
Rockingham United Church has a declared vacancy for July 1, 2010, for an Ordained United Church of Canada minister. Rockingham is a well-established residential area located a few minutes off the Halifax peninsula. The position will be of interest to ministers wishing to provide pastoral care, stimulating sermons and support for a congregation in transition. For more information, please consult the JNAC Report available at
www.rockinghamunited.org/. Inquiries may be sent to Beth Wilson, Corresponding Secretary, at
bwilson4@eastlink.ca. Applications should be sent to Rev. Trent Cleveland-Thompson,
ftmassey@eastlink.ca, or 5303 Tobin St., Halifax, NS, B3H 1S3; 902-423-4294.
Huntingdon, QC
Huntingdon Pastoral Charge, one hour southwest of Montreal, is seeking a half-time Minister for worship and pastoral care, for our two-point charge. JNAC report available upon request. Resumes may be sent to our Corresponding Secretary, Michael Pagé, 450-288-3536,
hpcjointsearchcommittee@bell.net.
Kanata, ON
Kanata United Church, located in the west end of Canada's capital region, is seeking a full-time Ordained United Church Minister. We are a welcoming, inclusive church with a thirst for exploration. We encourage questioning and openness while respecting individual values. We enjoy a first-class music program, dedicated lay leadership, extensive volunteer involvement and an excellent support staff team. KUC offers a strong commitment to outreach and pastoral care programs. As our lead Minister, your expertise in biblical scholarship and enthusiasm for "thinking outside the box" will help to guide us with our renewed focus on Faith Development and Learning. Your superior preaching skills, sense of humour, and ability to bring relevance to everyday life, will inspire youth and seniors alike. Your proven leadership and planning skills will contribute to our future team ministry model which will include a half-time position commencing January of 2011. To obtain a copy of our JNAC report, or to forward your resume or inquiries, please contact our Corresponding Secretary, Robert Ashton, at
ashton.robert@gmail.com. Applications will be accepted until April 12, 2010.
Kelowna, BC
St. Paul’s United, is offering a half-time position for a Lay Minister or Staff Associate, effective immediately, for Youth and Faith Formation. This part time (20 hour/week) position works in partnership with the Minister of Worship and volunteers. As a member of the ministry team, you will play a leadership role in the development, promotion and implementation of programs and activities for children, youth and young families. Experience includes working with children, youth and young adults. Skills include: knowledge of appropriate curriculum materials for Christian Education programs; program development to aid the spiritual growth of children, youth and young adults; leadership of groups of various ages and acting as a resource for others; knowledge of music/ability to play a musical instrument a definite asset. For a copy of the Joint Needs Assessment Report and/or further information, please contact: St. Paul’s United Church, 3131 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, BC, V1W 3S9; 250-762-5443. The Joint Needs Assessment Report is also on St. Paul’s United Church website,
www.stpaulskelowna.com. Resumes should be submitted by email to
stplposition@hotmail.com (alternate e-mail:
richard@stpaulskelowna.com), or by envelope marked St. Paul’s Search Committee Confidential to the above-mentioned address by April 30, 2010.
Kingsville, ON
An opportunity currently exists for an ordained minister in a quiet southwestern Ontario town. Epworth United Church has a congregation exceeding 300 members. Located on Lake Erie, just south of Windsor, the town offers recreational, shopping, cultural and educational opportunities as well as affordable housing. The church has a congenial, experienced, full-time secretary and many volunteers. Epworth is seeking a minister who will inspire its members with biblical-based spiritual leadership. Please reply in confidence to Epworth United Church Joint Search Committee by email:
epworthsearch@hotmail.com, or phone 519-733-4327.
Kitchener, ON
St. James-Rosemount United Church (SJRUC), a vibrant and welcoming congregation, is seeking a full-time Ordered Minister of Worship and Outreach. We are also seeking a half-time Ordered or Designated Lay Minister of Pastoral Care and Christian Development. Since its inception in 1954, SJRUC has been a community church focused on stewardship and spiritual mission. The church boasts a legacy of strong lay leadership and community outreach. With strong leadership from members of our congregation and interim ministry team, SJRUC is a program size church receptive to new ideas and approaches to worship. This spirit is reflected in the recent hiring of a dynamic, young organist/music director and an engaging new youth program coordinator. We encourage you to visit our website,
www.sjruc.ca, where you will find our JNAC Report and learn more about our community, our resources, our activities and our ministry personnel requirements. Please send your application to our Corresponding Secretary, Teresa Carse at
jsc@sjruc.ca, or c/o St. James-Rosemount United Church, 171 Sherwood Avenue, Kitchener, ON, N2B 1K2.
Lively, ON
Trinity United Church is seeking a full-time ordained Minister. Lively is located approximately 400 km north of Toronto, just minutes west of Sudbury. Lively is a vibrant community that has many lakes and beautiful scenery all within city limits. As part of the City of Greater Sudbury, we are considered the education and healthcare hub of northeastern Ontario. Trinity is an inclusive family church that has a “Lively” atmosphere that welcomes people of all ages. We are passionate about our music and enjoy laughing and learning together. Our Trinity United Church mission statement is “Our challenge is to walk with God and each other in a spirit of openness, friendship and joy, nurturing Christian Spiritual Growth, reaching out to care for those in need”. Our JNAC report provides further details which can be found at
trinityunitedlively.com, or by emailing Ley99@sympatico.ca for a copy. We seek a minister who is passionate about their faith and would like to share their deep love of God with our community. Resumes can be sent in confidence to Joint Search Committee, c/o Lianne Ley, 6 Bonnie Drive, Lively, ON, P3Y 1B4, or emailed to
Ley99@sympatico.ca.
Norwood, ON
The Norwood Westwood Pastoral Charge, located in the beautiful Kawarthas, 30 minutes east of Peterborough and 90 minutes from Toronto, is seeking a full-time minister. NWPC consists of two busy, active churches, 12 kilometers apart, with people who are committed to their churches and communities. Do you wish to encourage and support our members at every age and stage of life? We welcome your application by May 1, 2010. Our JNAC Report and 2009 Annual Report are available along with more information by contacting Corresponding Secretary Karen Radnor at
bkradnor@gmail.com, or visit
www.wondercafe.ca/churches/norwood-westwood.
Oakville, ON
Glen Abbey United Church “The Welcoming Church” is currently looking for a full-time Ordained or Diaconal Minister to provide leadership in worship, sacrament, spiritual development and Pastoral Care. Our congregation has seen steady growth over the past five years, and we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Minister to help us move to the next level. The ideal candidate should have exceptional interpersonal skills. We attach priority to very highly developed preaching skills in our congregation, combined with a passionate and caring commitment to the pastoral care and spiritual development needs in the lives of our members including our youth. Oakville is a dynamic and growing community in Hamilton Conference, located in Halton Region on the beautiful shores of Lake Ontario in Southwestern Ontario, a short traveling distance from Toronto and the US border. Further information can be obtained in our JNAC report on our website
www.glenabbeyunitedchurch.com. Please send your resumes or any inquiries by April 30, 2010 to: Barb Barone
bbarone@carrierfind.com. All candidate information is handled under strict confidentiality.
Oakville, ON
Located west of Toronto, Walton Memorial United Church requires a 3/4 time (Ordained/Diaconal/Designated Lay) Associate to join our Minister and a well-running team of staff and lay leaders providing ministry to a thriving congregation of 450 families. The position will have specific responsibility for ministering to our young families and youth. JNAC is available on our website at
www.waltonmemorial.com. Send cover letter and resume by March 15 to:
search@waltonmemorial.com.
Pembroke, ON
Are you excited about sharing God’s love and making disciples for Jesus Christ? Zion Evangelical United and Mount Zion United are searching for a full-time ordained minister for our two-point charge commencing as soon as possible, due to the retirement of our current pastor. We are located in the scenic Upper Ottawa Valley overlooking the Ottawa River. Our churches are located 10 kilometres apart and both are well-established, with Mount Zion celebrating 141 years and Zion celebrating 122 years of historic Christian faith. We have a vibrant children’s ministry, an inspiring music program and provide strong lay support within our church families. We are looking for a warm and friendly person who is able to communicate the Holy Scripture clearly with excellent preaching ability. The prospective minister should be able to work with a variety of ages, aid a person’s spiritual growth and also be willing to visit the sick, bereaved and people in crisis. Interested candidates may request our JNAC report and/or submit a resume to: Debbie Vaillancourt, Secretary, Joint Search Committee, 240 Clemow Ave., Pembroke, ON K8A 2E1, or by email to:
dlvaillancourt@sympatico.ca.
Pointe-Claire, QC
St. John’s United Church is a welcoming, friendly congregation made up mostly of seniors with a small contingent of younger families. We seek an Ordained Minister with approximately 8 to 10 years experience. We highly desire to expand our congregation, including attracting younger families while keeping our faithful seniors. The starting date is flexible after July 1, 2010. Pointe-Claire is a suburb of Montreal located in the predominantly English but bilingual area referred to as the “West Island”. Pointe-Claire offers considerable community advantages and our church participates in and supports many of those organizations. We have shared our building, and often our worship and social events, with a Roman Catholic Mission for over thirty years and the successful candidate is expected to have like feelings toward that congregation and to participate in expanding our relationship. We have prepared a JNAC report which can be viewed at
stjohnsunitedchurch.ca/assessment/. Our former minister retired in 2008 after twenty-two years service and we have had an interim minister for the last two years. We are ready to grow and experience a new future and offer a distinct challenge. Our aims and desires are outlined in the JNAC report. We welcome your reply at St. John’s United Church, 98 Aurora Avenue, Pointe-Claire, QC, H9R 3G7, or email at
SJUC@sympatico.ca, Attention: Search Committee. Applications should be submitted before April 30th.
Regina, SK
Wesley United Church requires a full-time minister – ordained, diaconal or recognized lay minister – as of July 1, 2010, to join a team with a three-quarter time recognized lay minister. Wesley is a vibrant, active, urban congregation of 250 households, looking for a person with experience, vision, and the desire to help us meet the challenges of congregational renewal, faith exploration, and effective engagement with social justice. For further information, visit our website:
www.wesleyuc.sk.ca. To apply, please submit your letter and resume to:
kathyblais@yahoo.ca. Deadline for applications is March 19, 2010.
Saskatoon, SK
Northern Saskatchewan Hospital Chaplaincy requires full-time ministry personnel in good standing of the United Church of Canada who has a minimum of one Basic Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education, its equivalent, or be willing to take the course in a timely fashion. Start date July 1, 2010. Application deadline: April 15, 2010. Contact: Sandy Hoenecke, 306-374-5012, or
rhoenecke@sasktel.net.
Souris, MB
St. Paul’s United Church and Elgin United Church (two-point pastoral charge) have an enthusiastic congregation seeking a full-time minister to be part of our picturesque communities, situated in an agricultural area ½ hr SW of Brandon. We have an active Sunday School and adult Choir. We desire a minister who will provide us with spiritual growth through inspirational worship, have the ability to communicate with all age groups, provide us with compassionate pastoral care and possess strong skills in worship to assist our congregation to develop in all areas of ministry. If you could offer these gifts please help lead us toward our vision of congregational growth and renewal. Our JNAC is available by contacting Cheryl Doull at
doully@mts.net, or by calling 204-483-2870. Confidential applications will be considered immediately until the position is filled.
Thunder Bay, ON
St. Paul’s United Church is a multigenerational congregation of 200 families looking to grow both in faith and in numbers. Our historic building includes a beautiful sanctuary with attached Memorial Youth Centre and 30 unit senior housing complex. All are well maintained, accessible and have energy saving measures in place. Our financial situation is sound with revenues coming from fundraising, rentals and generous givings. In addition to our M&S support we have been active in outreach activities such as a fully sponsored Habitat home build; a monthly meal prepared and served at Shelter House; and the upgrade of the local school and water system for Zacamil, El Salvador. Our youth enjoy the annual Vacation Bible School, an active Sunday School program and youth group(s). We are looking for an experienced (experience comes in many forms) ordained minister who engages the congregation in thought and growth. We seek a strong preacher and a caring pastor who will reach out to our community with Christian faith and love. Our minister will embrace the theological diversity of our congregation and the variety of music and culture that is an integral part of our church values. S/he will be comfortable relating to youth and younger families, as well as to our older members. We see our minister as a team player who is able to work closely with the Official Board, committees, and other staff members. You can access our comprehensive JNAC report at our website
www.stpaulstbay.net/jnac.pdf. To learn more about Thunder Bay, a culturally diverse city of 110,000 located on Lake Superior, you can visit the City of Thunder Bay website at
www.thunderbay.ca. We look forward to hearing from you if this exciting opportunity piques your interest. Please forward your resume by May 31, 2010. Start date September 1, 2010. Email:
tuominen@tbaytel.net, or mail to: St. Paul’s United Church Search Committee, c/o Gayle Tuominen, 541 Pasteur Road, Thunder Bay, ON, P7B 5V9.
Toronto, ON
Church of the Master is seeking a part-time (20 hr/wk) Minister. We are an established church finding our place in a changing multicultural community. We know that in the next few years we will need to learn to be ministers to this community. You will guide us with patience and love, but also challenge us along the way. JNAC posted on
www.wondercafe.ca/churches/church-master-united-church. For information or to forward a resume, please reply in confidence via email to
vhsmith02@rogers.com, or mail: Attn: Secretary of Search Committee, Church of the Master, 3385 Lawrence Ave. E., Scarborough, ON, M1H 1A8. Resumes invited until March 31, 2010.
Toronto, ON
Fairlawn Avenue United Church is a dynamic, liberal, inclusive community of faith that provides tangible hope to people in need, lives in our Christian commitment to social justice, and draws strength from worship services that are integrated experiences of word, music, silence, and voice. We’re seeking a full-time ordained minister to shepherd the overall worship, spiritual, and pastoral care of our congregation. Are you willing to support and work alongside our gifted laypeople and to challenge us to broaden our horizons? Can you offer preaching that is theological, meaningful, and relevant in today’s world, offering food for ongoing spiritual reflection? Our congregation is at a time in its life when we need the impetus of new ideas and new leadership, while respecting our core values and traditions. If you’re up to the challenge, read more about our ministry in our candid JNAC Report at
www.fairlawnavenueunited.ca. To apply, please request a copy of our application package from Patricia Jones by email at mailto:
pjones1225@rogers.com, or by mail at #1009 – 8 Covington Road, Toronto, ON, M6A 3E5. The deadline for receiving completed applications is May 31, 2010.
Uxbridge, ON
Trinity United Church is seeking an Ordained Supply minister for a one year appointment, beginning July 1, 2010. For more information please refer to our website:
www.trinityuxbridge.com, or contact Rob at
rjcroxall@yahoo.ca. The closing date for applications is March 31, 2010.
Ministry of Music
Bracebridge, ON
Bracebridge United Church invites applications for an Organist/Choir Director with good team skills and spiritual creativity. Our sanctuary has good acoustics and music is considered to be a key component in the worship services. Talented resources within the church include a high energy 20 member SATB senior choir with a mixture of trained and amateur singers who are able to sing a cappella music, capable pianists, and substitute organists. Other directors provide leadership for three handbell choirs, an additional adult choir which performs monthly, and our Old Tyme Gospel Band. Our two manual Keates organ is well maintained. With two Sunday services much of the year, we have an appreciative congregation year-round. We have an established tradition of high quality traditional and contemporary music. This part-time position has approximately 13 hours per week, with salary based on RCCO guidelines. Position available immediately. Go to
www.bracebridgeunitedchurch.ca for full information on the job description, music program, and church activities. Please send your resume with references, in confidence, by email to
buc@bellnet.ca, or by mail to Bracebridge United Church, 46 Dominion St. N., Bracebridge, ON, P1L 2A5.
Etobicoke, ON
Martin Grove United Church is searching for an enthusiastic, spiritually motivated Organist/Choir Director for our 200 family congregation in northern Etobicoke (Martingrove Rd / West Humber Blvd.) with a small, joyful adult mixed choir. Applicant should be willing to work closely with a mutually supportive Ministry team. Flexibility and familiarity with contemporary United Church music would an asset. Stipend awarded to RCCO standards with one month off during the summer. The position is available immediately. We have a two-manual electronic Rogers organ & Nordheimer piano. Position includes: Sunday worship service, Thursday evening rehearsals, special services, weddings, funerals, etc. extra. Approximately 8-10 hrs./wk. We look forward to receiving your application to become part of our team in our church family. Please send your resume to Norm Hounsell, Martin Grove United Church, 75 Pergola Rd., Etobicoke, ON, M9W 3K4, email:
mguc@rogers.com, or
norman.hounsell@sympatico.ca. Tel: 647-208-1586; fax: 905-366-3833.
Toronto, ON
Centennial-Japanese United Church is seeking a Music Director who is comfortable with United Church ethos and theology, and traditional and contemporary church music. Approximately 6 hours per week. Start date September 1, 2010, or earlier. See full position description at
www.cjuc.org. Please send resume to
cjuc@sympatico.ca, or to: Search Committee, Centennial-Japanese United Church, 49 Bogert Ave., Toronto, ON, M2N 1K4.
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Announcements
Oakville, ON
Walton Memorial United Church - 160th Anniversary and Reunion - Sunday, May 2, 2010, 9:30am and 11am services. All former members, adherents, interns and staff are welcome. You are invited to dress in period outfit from 1850 to 2010. Bring old photos. Join in 10:30am social gathering. Visit:
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Saskatoon, SK
St. Paul’s United Church 100th Anniversary Celebration - May 28, 29 & 30, 2010. Come and join us! Friday night: Concert by The Willie Sons with proceeds to Sutherland School Community Development Project. Saturday: Coffee House – live entertainment. Sunday: Celebration Service followed by lunch and birthday cake. Website:
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White Rock, BC
First United Church celebrates its 100th anniversary. Please join us for our Homecoming Service on Sunday, May 9, 2010. For events throughout the year, visit our website:
www.firstunitedwhiterock.com, or call 604-531-4850
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