Welcome!
Stony Plain United Church is a dedicated family that welcomes all. We pride ourselves on being open, friendly and inclusive. We work hard at building community within and respecting one another’s differences and showing empathy. We share many of the same values. If something needs to be done, there are always volunteers willing to lend a hand, which speaks clearly to our mission: “To reach out, through the Gospel of Christ, to minister to our congregation, local community, national and world families.”
The programs at our church change according to season, needs, and interests. Current ministries include weekly worship; Pastoral Care; adult study; Music and Choir; an Endings and Beginnings program to support those dealing with grief and death; Card Crafters; Quilts for Seniors; youth group program; and Sunday School.
The original sanctuary of our building was built in 1957, and in 1994, a large new sanctuary was added. Our Church is well-maintained; versatile; open for community programs; has a variety of meeting spaces to meet the needs of various sized groups and is shared with many groups.
The programs at our church change according to season, needs, and interests. Current ministries include weekly worship; Pastoral Care; adult study; Music and Choir; an Endings and Beginnings program to support those dealing with grief and death; Card Crafters; Quilts for Seniors; youth group program; and Sunday School.
The original sanctuary of our building was built in 1957, and in 1994, a large new sanctuary was added. Our Church is well-maintained; versatile; open for community programs; has a variety of meeting spaces to meet the needs of various sized groups and is shared with many groups.
ANNOUNCEMENTS New This Week |
SUNDAY NOVEMBER 17 is a ‘Mewassin Only Sunday’ for Heather. It is a Coffee Sunday at Mewassin. Lesley Janke will be leading worship at Stony Plain. Stony Plain might have Lunch after the service. So far, only 2 people have volunteered – we need more help, please! Let Erna know if you are willing and able! |
NOVEMBER 18-25: HEATHER WILL BE AWAY ON STUDY LEAVE. In the event of any pastoral emergencies, please call Rev. Bill Doyle (St. Andrew’s United Church, Spruce Grove) at 780 962-2834. Nov 24 -Sharon McRann will lead worship at both churches. |
LINDA BRIDGES: Linda Bridges would like to express her heart-felt thanks for all the prayers and “get well soon” wishes from her Church Family. Linda’s knee is healing very nicely and she is very pleased with how well her surgery went. |
TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION: Meredith Adams attended the Saturday session at the Moving Forward in Truth and Reconciliation gathering, held last month at St. Albert United Church. Two highly recommended short videos to watch online are: Treaty Talk: Sharing the River of Life (www.treatytalk.com) and The Crying Fields (available on You Tube, featuring a discovery found on the Enoch Cree Nation land in 2014). Both are educational and insightful! |
SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS KETTLE CAMPAIGN: The Salvation Army is in desperate need of volunteers in our area during the 2019 Campaign from Nov. 12 to Dec. 24. If you can help, please call Heidi, Karina or Paul at 587-334-4920. |
REMINDERS |
GRATITUDE DONATIONS FOR M & S: If you haven’t already given your $31.00 for the October campaign, please do so! |
ANNUAL COOKIE WALK SAT NOV 16: The UCW Annual Cookie Walk will be held at Stony Plain U. C. Saturday Nov 16. We need lots of baking! (Recipes on Green insert!) And, please come to the Cookie Walk this Saturday to support our UCW. |
SUN NOV 17 APPROX 1 pm – “Choir Retreat” to practice the Cantata. (Should start around 1 – after Lunch Sunday) |
NOV.1 TO DEC 31 ANNUAL LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN: There are donation/information pamphlets on the narthex table. “Light Up Your Life” supports Palliative, Hospice and Continuing Care in our region. Special events: Wed. Nov 13 Silent Auction: 12 – 7 pm at Westview Health Centre, Stony Plain. Sat. Nov 16 “Spice Up Your Life” Variety Show: 7 pm at Horizon Stage, Spruce Grove. |
SUNDAY, NOV. 24 – MEWASSIN -TEDDY BEAR PICNIC: Kids ages 4 to 10 - bring your favourite Teddy Bear or Stuffed Animal to the Teddy Bear Picnic at Mewassin U. C. on Sunday, Nov 24 from 11 am to 2 pm. Lunch will be provided. We will have games, crafts, songs, stories, and lots of fun! There is no cost, but donations will be accepted for the Stollery Children’s Hospital. Please RSVP by Nov.17 to Sandra at 587-785-0628. |
UPCOMING EVENTS
Wed Nov 13 |
Stony Plain United Church |
11:30 AM - Congregational Care meeting |
Saturday, Nov 16 |
Stony Plain United Church |
10:00 AM - Cookie Walk |
Sunday, Nov 17 |
Mewassin |
Coffee; Rev Heather staying |
Sunday, Nov. 17 |
Stony Plain United Church |
Lesley Janke leading, lunch Sunday |
Tuesday, Nov 19 |
Stony Plain United Church |
7:00 PM - Stony Plain Council meeting |
Sunday, Nov. 24 |
Mewassin/Stony Plain United Church |
Mewassin: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM - Teddy Bear picnic Mewassin & SPUC: Sharon McRann leading worship |
Sunday, Dec 8 |
Stony Plain United Church |
Annual Choir Dinner and Cantata 4:30 PM - Doors open |
Nov. 18 - 25 |
Mewassin/Stony Plain United Church |
Rev. Heather is on study leave |
Nov 1 - Dec 31 |
Mewassin/Stony Plain United Church |
“LIGHT UP YOUR LIFE” CAMPAIGN. PLEASE DONATE IF YOU ARE ABLE! |
There's still room for you!
Our Church committees and groups welcome anyone who would like to help!
Here are some of the Committees and their meeting dates:
Here are some of the Committees and their meeting dates:
What |
When |
Christian Development |
TBA |
Congregational Care |
TBA |
Official Board Meeting |
TBA |
Stony Plain Council |
TBA |
Mewassin General Meeting |
Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 7:30 PM, at Mewassin |
United Church Women/Mission |
TBA |
Worship Commitee |
TBA |
United Church Men's Group |
TBA |
Financial Stewards |
TBA |
Trustees |
TBA |
Property |
TBA |
Archives |
TBA |
Catering |
TBA |
Congregational Personal Committee |
TBA |
Below are some of the groups and special activities we have scheduled:
What |
When |
Adult Study |
Finished until fall |
Monthly Communion Services at Westview Health Centre and Whispering Waters |
First Wednesday of the month Westview: 6:15 pm Whistpering Waters: 7:15 pm |
Stony Plain Ukulele Group |
Every Wednesday: 6:15pm Newcomers welcome, no experience required. FINISHED UNTIL SEPTEMBER |
Stony Plain Choir |
Every Wednesday: Regular choir practice 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm. We rehearse anthems and music for the Sunday service. We sing in Church every Sunday! Newcomers welcome. |
Card Recreators |
*CARD RE-CREATORS RESUMES THURSDAY, SEPT. 5* Every Thursday: 10:00 am to about 3:00 pm. Newcomers welcome! Card Recreators meets at Stony Plain United to create beautiful "new" greeting cards out of used ones! You may purchase cards at the church, too! |
Sunday School/Youth |
Sunday School classes available every Sunday during the service. Youth activities as numbers and interest permit. |
Box 3196
5012 - 51 Avenue
Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1Y4
Phone: (780) 963-4745
email: stonyuc@telus.net
Reverend: Heather Koots
Office Hours: 8:30 am - 12:00, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Tuesday - Friday
Worship times: Sunday, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
5012 - 51 Avenue
Stony Plain, AB T7Z 1Y4
Phone: (780) 963-4745
email: stonyuc@telus.net
Reverend: Heather Koots
Office Hours: 8:30 am - 12:00, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm Tuesday - Friday
Worship times: Sunday, 10:30 am - 11:30 am
