August 15th/16th, 2026
This week Mewassin United Church celebrates 100 years of ministry and service!
Over those 100 years it has undergone a number of transformations.
The congregation was built as a Reformed Church in 1926 to meet the needs of residents in the area who originated from Norka, Russia. In 1965 the congregation decided to become part of the United Church of Canada.
Language, policy, procedures, and hymns during these many years have shifted and changed. The congregation's size has been up and down. Families and individuals have come and gone. Long-time members remain the keepers of the history and the storytellers of the church on the hill. New babies are baptized in faith and with hope. The deceased are memorialized in the cemetary next to the building.
No matter the language spoken during worship and coffee time; no matter the policies of the Reformed Church or the United Church; no matter the numbers that show up for worship on Sunday morning; some things have remained the same across the decades.
Mewassin Church's commitment to providing a welcoming space for those who enter, meaningful worship on Sunday morning, a seat at the table, and gifts of time and resources for local, national, and global ministries continue to define the ethos of its people.
This does not mean that everything is peachy and there are no challenges. The building still needs a lot of tending to. And the people continue to engage with the scriptures to explore the difficult issues and the challenges that congregants and visitors face in the church and in the world.
This church is a place of learning, growing, changing, and adapting. A church where songs are sung, the scriptures are proclaimed and the people gather at a table. This is a congregation that seeks at its very best to be a light on the hill to illumine the path of hope, love, and peace in service to God.
Rev. Deborah
ANNOUNCEMENTS
NO NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS THIS WEEK
REMINDERS
CARD RECREATORS ON BREAK: The Card Recreators will be back at work on Thursday, Aug. 20.
EDMONTON PRIDE PARADE SAT. AUG 22: The Northern Spirit Affirm Committee is hosting an entry in the Edmonton Pride Parade and inviting Affirming congregations and ministries, and all United Church members and friends who are interested, to walk together. Every participant needs to be registered. Parade starts at 1PM (line up begins at 11:30). If you want to walk with us in the Edmonton Pride Parade on August 22nd register here: NS Affirm Parade Registration Link
WED. SEPT 30, 6:30 PM: HORIZON STAGE - NATIONAL DAY FOR TRUTH AND RECONCILIATION: Horizon Stage in Spruce Grove is hosting an evening of reflection and connection as we mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Through stories, reflections and open conversation, we will honour the lived experiences of Indigenous Peoples. This is a time to listen, learn and explore how each of us can commit to the work of healing and reconciliation. Tea, Bannock and light refreshments will be served. This event is free, but you must reserve tickets. For more information and to reserve tickets, see the following: https://www.horizonstage.com/season-shows/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/
SUN. AUG. 23 SP PAPER BAG COMMUNION/PICNIC SERVICE: On Sunday, August 23, Stony Plain United Church will be holding its annual Paper Bag Communion Service with pot luck lunch to follow. Devon, St. Andrew’s and Mewassin have been invited. Mewassin is still having its regular service, with Communion, at 9 AM.
PASSING ON YOUR CONCERNS: If you know of anyone who would like a visit or a card, please contact the Care Committee, Rev. Deborah or the Church Office (780 963-4745) or email
MEWASSIN SUMMER SERVICES SCHEDULE
July 5 to Aug 2 inclusive: No Services (Summer Break)
Sun. Aug 9 Regular Service
Sat. Aug 15: 100th Anniversary Service
Sun. Aug 16 No Service
Sun. Aug 23 Regular (Communion) Service
Aug 30 No Service (Camping Weekend)
REV DEBORAH’S SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING SUNDAYS:
SAT AUG 15, 2026 1 PM Special Service at Mewassin to celebrate 100 years of Ministry
Sun. Aug 16, 2026 Rev. Deborah in person at Devon UC. SP Presider Brenda Cleland
NO SERVICE AT MEWASSIN
Sun. Aug 23, 2026 Rev. Deborah in person at SP and MEW.
SP: Paper Bag Communion/Picnic Service
MEW: Regular Communion Service
Sun. Aug 30, 2026 Rev. Deborah in person at Devon UC. SP Presider: Terry Blois
NO SERVICE IN MEWASSIN (Camping Weekend)
Sun. Sept 6, 2026 Rev. Deborah away
Sun. Sept 13, 2026 Rev. Deborah in person at Devon UC.
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Ukuleles & Choir: No practices until Sept 2 or 9 unless otherwise notified
Card Recreators: Thursdays, 10 AM
MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
| Saturday, August 15 | Mewassin 100th Anniversary Service |
| Sunday, August 16 | NO SERVICE AT MEWASSIN |
| Sunday, August 23 | SP Paper Bag Communion/Potluck Lunch Service |
| Friday, August 28 - Sunday, August 30 | Mewassin camp-out at Entwhistle RV Campground |
| Sunday, August 30 | NO SERVICE AT MEWASSIN |
| Saturday, September 26 | Mewassin Bottle Drive |
| Wednesday, September 30 | 6:30 PM at Horizon Stage - Truth and Reconciliation |