Remembrance Sunday, 2024
Every year, on November 11th, we recognize and celebrate Remembrance Day. A memorial day originally dedicated to the fallen heroes of the First World War, it's evolved into a moment of reflection and appreciation for all those in uniform.
In 1919, following the end of the First World War, King George V of the British Empire established a memorial known as Armistice Day throughout most of the territories within the Empire. This memorial was meant to celebrate, honour, and remember the men and women who served during the war and lost their lives. In 1931 the date was set to the 11th day in the month of November, and renamed "Remembrance Day".
When Armistice Day was renamed as Remembrance Day, it brought back interest in recalling the wars and the great sacrifices that were made. Eventually, two minutes of silence at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day, poppies, and the Recitation of "In Flanders Fields" became custom.
It has been suggested that Remembrance Day should be a festival of peace, thanking God for the sacrifice of so many so that we can have peace, praying for those who continue to serve our country and the freedom of the world, and praying for that day when there will be no more war.
Canadians of all faiths, cultural and ethnic heritage, and economic backgrounds served in days past and new generations continue to serve in the hope that peace and justice will someday be a reality for all people around the globe. With all Canadians, let us remember all victims of war, the veterans of all the conflicts in which Canada has been engaged, and all our men, women, and individuals in uniform today. And let us be united in prayer for peace among all peoples.
Rev. Deborah
ANNOUNCEMENTS
(Revised): SAT. NOV 16 UCW BAKE SALE WITH COOKIES AND CRAFTS, ALSO THE COFFEE AND MUIFFIN CAFE, 10 AM TO NOON: Please bring donations for the sale on Friday, Nov. 15 during office hours (8:30 to 3:30) or on Sat Nov 16 before 9 AM. Please have them wrapped and labelled ready to sell. Pricing will be done by the UCW. If you wish to prepare a selection in a box, some boxes are available. You do not need to fill the box. Other baking and crafts will be appreciated. The coffee and muffin cafe will run as before. Baking and crafts can be brought to the church Friday Nov 15 during office hours or by 9:00 AM on Saturday, Nov 16. Thank-you for your ongoing support.
REMINDERS
SUNDAY, NOV 10 - CATERING SERVICES MEETING: CATERING SERVICES (and shadow members) will be meeting after church on Sunday November 10 around noon. Anyone interested is welcome. We will also be discussing the UCC 100th anniversary plans following the committee meeting. All are welcome. Bring your ideas!
Catering Bookings remaining for 2024: Dec 5 - Sunrise Village Christmas Dinner (50); Dec 12 - SP hospital auxiliary Christmas Lunch (25); Sunday, Dec. 15 - Assisting with the Cantata Dinner.
Volunteer opportunities (sign-up sheets) will be available in the atrium soon.
SUNDAY, NOV 17 - LUNCH SUNDAY(SP): We'd like to have Lunch Sunday on November 17 and are looking for helpers.
CHRISTMAS CARDS: Our Card Recreators now have a lovely assortment of Christmas cards for sale. Shop early, shop often!!!
PURDY’S CHOCOLATES FUNDRAISER:
Back by popular demand! Since 1907, Purdy’s chocolates have been made in Canada, with premium quality ingredients and sustainable cocoa. This makes gift giving fun in time for Christmas for your family, friends, neighbours, and co-workers by supporting our church. There are some no-sugar options and treats for Hanukkah too! Join on-line at Welcome to the Purdy Fundraiser: "Christmas Chocolates for Stony Plain United Church" by placing your order at https://fundraising.purdys.com/1499006-119776 or submit a paper form to Cathy Yamada-Swan or the church office, with cheques addressed to Catherine Yamada.
Place Orders & Pay By: Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at the latest.
Pickup: December 14, 2024 (or earlier - you will be notified when the orders arrive).
At: Stony Plain United Church, 5012 – 51 Ave, Stony Plain.
Thanks for supporting our church!
CANTATA PRACTICE: All are welcome to participate in this year’s Christmas Cantata, “This is Christmas (Celebrating the Heart of Christmas)” by Mary McDonald. We meet to practice every Wed from 7 PM to 8 PM until mid-December. You can still join us - no choir experience or musical background is necessary. We hope to see some new faces this year along with our returning singers! Our Advent Dinner/Cantata will be Sunday, Dec. 15.
PHOTOS WELCOME: Your excellent fall (or pretty soon winter) photos can be submitted for use in bulletins, letters, website, etc. by emailing them to
PASSING ON YOUR CONCERNS: If you know of anyone who would like a visit or needs a card, please call the Church Office (780 963-4745) or email
WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
Ukuleles & Choir | Wednesdays: Ukes 6:15 PM; Cantata 7:00 PM, Regular Choir 8:00 PM |
Card Recreators | Thursdays, 10:00 AM |
MEETINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Sunday, November 10 |
After Church - Catering Services meeting |
Saturday, November 16 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 AM - UCW Bake Sale with Cookies, Crafts, Coffee & Muffin Cafe |
Sunday, November 17 | Lunch Sunday at Stony Plain |