Palm Sunday: Let Us Break Bread Together
As we continue this Lenten journey together, let us humbly gather as we get ready to share all that we have prepared. We have transformed each ingredient into something more desirable, something special. We know that beyond this day, as we continue to nourish our souls, we are reminded that God enriches our lives. Let us break bread together and give thanks.
Let us open our hearts as we continue throughout this holy week. Let's reflect upon the story; the betrayal of Judas, the Trial, the Last Supper, Peter's denials, the Crucifixion, His death, the tomb.
"When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul and brings joy, care enough about yourself to make room for it in your life." ~ Jean Shinoda Bolen
And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them, saying, "This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me." (Luke 22:19)
I can't help but wonder what Jesus felt as He sat with His closest friends. - Sarah Damaska
ANNOUNCEMENTS
ANNOUNCEMENTS MARCH 24, 2024
CHURCH DIRECTORIES HAVE ARRIVED: Our Church Directories are here. If you had your photo taken at one of the sessions last fall, or asked to use your photo from the previous directory, there is a booklet for you. Please see Fran for Mewassin Directories and Sue for Stony Plain ones.
CARD RECREATORS: The Card Recreators will NOT meet next Thursday, March 28.
BREAKFAST MAR 31: The Men’s club will be serving breakfast next Sunday.
UCW APRIL 3, 1:30 PM. We will begin in the council room on the second floor where we will see slides about the history of Palestine from the World Day of Prayer resources. UCW is a member of the Women's Inter Church Council of Canada which prepares W D of Prayer materials and manages the grants. You can find the link on the United Church web page under UCW. All ladies welcome.
UPDATE ON LENTEN PROJECT: You may still bring donations for the Parkland Food Bank up to and including Easter Sunday (Mar 31). This week’s recipe Lesley’s Hot Cross Buns.
UPDATE: LIVE MUSIC & CHOCOLATE FRIDAY, APRIL 19: CATERING SERVICES at SPUC presents…An EVENING of LIVE MUSIC and CHOCOLATE! Friday, April 19 2024 at SPUC will be an enchanting evening of more than 8 performances by talented, local musicians entertaining with a variety of musical genres, while you enjoy an array of treats and desserts from a chocolate buffet in your ‘dress to impress’ finery! (Yes, you are encouraged to wear formal/semi-formal attire!)Tickets are available online on eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/an-evening-of-live-music-and-chocolate-tickets-854832766817?aff=oddtdtcreator or from the SPUC office during the week, or by contacting Darren at 597-926-8898 or by emailing
PRINTS AVAILABLE: Vic Morrison prints of Stony Plain United Church are available: a few of the original church and lots of the new church. There are framed ones for $25 and unframed prints for $5. Talk to Ian or Karen Fitzgerald (or Sue in the office).
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Ukulele Group Wednesdays, 6:15 pm
Choir Wednesdays, 7 pm
Card Recreators: Thursdays, 10 am NOT MARCH 28
MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, Mar 31 8:45 am SP Breakfast, thanks to the Men’s Club
Wed. Apr 3 1:30 pm UCW Meeting
Friday April 19 Live Music & Chocolate Night
Sunday Apr 21 Stony Plain AGM after church