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 |
REHOBOTH MEMBERSHIP: October is Rehoboth Membership Month! Why not join thousands across Alberta as a Rehoboth member and support the ministry of supporting persons with developmental disabilities! Membership fees are just $10 each and additional donations of any amount are also greatly appreciated. Please see Linda Maki for your “ October is Member Month” envelope. Thank you. |
THANK-YOU! Those of us staying for lunch today at Stony greatly appreciate the efforts of everyone who contributed in any way! Special thanks to Erna Brandon! |
SAT. SEPT. 28 AT ST. ANDREW’S UNITED CHURCH (SPRUCE GROVE): Our friends at St. Andrew’s are having a Fall Harvest Gathering & Homemade Pie Auction on Sat. Sept 28 at 5:30. Menu includes Beef on a Bun. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for ages 6 – 12 and free for kids under 6. Tickets available only until Sept 24 after the Sunday Worship service, or from the Church Office. |
REMINDERS |
VESEY’S ORDERS ARE DUE TODAY (Sept. 15). PLEASE GIVE YOUR ORDER AND PAYMENT TO CATHY YAMADA-SWAN. |
‘INFINITELY MORE’ WORKSHOP & CONCERT AT SPUC SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 7 p.m. We are very excited to welcome back “Infinitely More”, the Husband & Wife Duo, Gerald Flemming & Allison Lynn, for a workshop & Concert Saturday, Sept. 21. The Workshop is Saturday afternoon from 4 – 5 to teach us a song to perform with them at the concert. There is no charge for the Workshop. A sign-up sheet is on the Narthex table. The concert is at 7:00 pm with refreshments to follow. Tickets are $15.00 and are available at the Office or from Cathy Yamada-Swan. |
THE CHURCH DIRECTORIES ARE HERE!!! If you had your picture taken, there is a directory for you. Stony Plain – it is in your mailbox. Mewassin – see Susan Krause. If you did not have your picture taken, you may order a Directory for $15 – please talk to Sue in the Office before Sept 30. |
SUN. SEPT 22 STONY PLAIN COFFEE SUNDAY: Please plan to stay after church Sun. Sept 22 for coffee, goodies and visiting! |
SUN. SEPT 29 STONY PLAIN BREAKFAST 8:45 am: Our Men’s Club will be back at work cooking Breakfast for us on Sunday, Sept. 29. Please come to church early and get a great start to your day! |
SAT. OCT. 5 STONY PLAIN – BLANKET EXERCISE 10:00 A.M. The worship committee will be hosting a Blanket Exercise, led by Michelle Nieviadomy, who is involved with Edmonton’s Inner City Pastoral Ministry, on Saturday, October 5. The blanket exercise is an interactive educational program that teaches the history of indigenous peoples in Canada. The program was created in response to the 1996 report of the Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples, and is used as a teaching tool across Canada. Hope to see you all for a time of fellowship with bannock and muffins at 10 am, followed by the exercise. If you wish to attend, please sign up by Sept 30 – the sheet is on the table in the narthex. Mewassin – please call Sue at the Church Office to add your name to the list! |
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunday, Sept. 15 |
Stony Plain United Church |
Lunch Sunday! Last day to get Vesey's orders in! |
Monday, Sept. 16 |
Stony Plain United Church |
5:00 PM - Men's Club meeting at the Pioneer Museum |
Tuesday, Sept. 17 |
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7:00 PM - Stony Plain Council meeting |
Saturday, Sept. 21 |
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4:00 PM - "Infinitely More" workshop (tickets $10.00) 7:00 PM - "Infinitely More" concert (tickets $15.00) |
Wednesday, Sept. 25 |
Mewassin |
7:30 PM - Mewassin General Board meeting |
Saturday, Sept. 21 |
Stony Plain United Church |
"Infinitely More" is here! Workshop:4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (sign up!), tickets $10.00. Concert: 7:00 PM, tickets $15.00 |
Saturday, Sept. 28 |
Mewassin |
Bottle Drive (Sunday School fundraiser) |
Sunday, Sept. 29 |
Mewassin |
Blessing of the Animals - part of Sunday Morning Worship service. |
Saturday, Oct. 5 |
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10:00 AM - Stony Blanket Exercise |
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 |
Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 7:00 PM at SPUC |
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 |
Monday, Sept. 16, at 5:00 PM, at the Pioneer Museum |
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
