We hope that you are well. If you are in need - physically, spiritually, or otherwise - don't hesitate to reach out to us by phone (506-940-1151) or email (suc@nb.aibn.com). We are here for you and for each other!
Sunday Worship: Our Regular Sunday Worship is held at 10am both in-person at Sackville United and online via our SUC Facebook Page. Mask-wearing and distancing are encouraged but not mandatory. For those not on FB but wishing to watch online, a link to the video of the service will be posted on the church website in the days immediately following the service. 11am services will resume on Sunday, September 10.
Special Thanks for Special Music: I (Jennie) wish to express my sincere thanks to Mary and Ed for their offerings of special music over the past couple of weeks. It is a pleasure to make music with them, not only because of their talent, but also their kindness and dedication. Many thanks from all of the ears who got to enjoy hearing you both!
Upcoming Meeting of the Trustees: A special meeting of the Trustees will be held on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at 9:00. UPDATE: This meeting has be rescheduled to 11:15am this coming Sunday, August 27. We will meet at the church. The purpose of the meeting will be to consider the early disposition of the estate of Catherine Smith under the conditions presented by Kirk Meldrum, the executor of the estate.
Church Office Hours: The office will be open to the public for the summer on Thursday afternoons from 12-3pm. In case of any changes to regular office hours due to illness or other circumstances, a notice will be posted on the church FB page and, when possible, on the front doors as well.
Care and support for one another in Community: The pastoral contact team of Sackville United invites all ages to gather for a time of silent prayer in the sanctuary two evenings a month during the summer. A member of the congregation will host each gathering. This offers an intentional way to hold in prayer all those persons in our lives for whom we have care and concern. And an understanding that we all carry some heaviness in our lives. You are welcome to come to SUC on two evenings each month during July and August. We will gather at 7:00 pm for 15-20 minutes on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays: July 13 and 27; and on August 10 & 24. The Pastoral Contact Team: Brenda Allen, Janet Hammock, Marilyn Lerch, Elsie MacDonald, Linda MacDonald, Anne Pirie
“Community is first of all a quality of the heart. It grows from the spiritual knowledge that we are alive not for ourselves but for one another” * *Henri Nouwen
Scripture/Announcement Readers Needed for Summer Services: READERS NEEDED FOR THIS SUNDAY August 27, September 10, and many other Sundays in September/October! Would you be interested in reading on Sunday Morning? You may sign up on the list on the Circles of Service Board or by calling the Church office. On Thursday afternoon the Church Office will communicate with you and provide you with the specific text(s) you will be asked to read, including the possibility of a selection of modern wisdom in the form of a quote from a current text. A sign-up sheet for scripture/announcement readers for August onward is now up on the Circle of Service Board just inside the sanctuary.
Treasurer Wanted!: After many years of faithful service as our church and pastoral charge treasurer, Chrystal Schipper-Everill will soon be retiring from her position. She has generously offered to stay on beyond the end of her term to train a new treasurer. Much of the day-to-day finances, accounting, and document preparation are prepared in the church office. Some of the main duties of the treasurer include:
- preparing the annual budget
- providing oversight and financial reports
- serving on the executive
Please speak to Chrystal or contact the church office for more information.
On Pause for the Summer: Thank you to everyone who came out for the final Senior's Lunch Group event before summer break. Thank you as well to everyone who continues to participate in Coffee and Conversation with Open Sky, which had its final meeting before summer pause earlier this month. The Sackville United Church Choir and Quaker's Group Silent Worship are also on pause for the summer. These groups groups will resume in the fall - details TBA.
Prayer Bench Group Subscription: We have purchased a group subscription to Rev. Janice MacLean's "Prayer Bench" for the year, including a number of individual email "retreats" and series. If you are interested in receiving these resources please contact the church office.
Parents and Tots: Continuing through the summer! Parents and Tots meets Thursday Mornings from 9:30am to 11:00am at St Andrew’s Presbyterian Church. There is no charge, and volunteers are present to assist with childcare. Bring your young ones for a time of community, play and fellowship (and a chance to chat with other grownups!).
Games Night at SUC: On the second Tuesday and third Thursday of the month from 6-8pm, a small group are gathering at SUC to play RPG (role play) and other games. If you are interested in joining this group, please speak with Christy Watts.
Cell Phones Needed for Ensemble Moncton: Are you upgrading to a newer model and have a spare phone sitting in a drawer somewhere? Ensemble Moncton provides cellphones to their clients to connect them to services and the community. The clients work closely with the Wellness Navigator at Ensemble to access services in health, justice and social sectors. Funding is very hard to access for cellphone provision because of the harmful assumptions placed on individuals dealing with addictions and substance use. Drop off phones at ENSEMBLE, 80 Weldon Street, Moncton, daily between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm. Phone (506)859-9616 if more information is required. Any cell phones (and chargers!) dropped off at the church office will be brought to Moncton by Jennie or Rev. Lloyd.
Thank you to those who have donated cell phones so far. Ensemble will ensure that all data/information is wiped from phones donated before they are distributed.
What's New at Broadview: The United Church magazine has a variety of topical articles on subjects that reflect many of the interests and initiatives of our congregation. Please contact the church office to renew your subscription if you have not already and/or to sign up through our discounted group subscription rate of only $25/year. New subscriptions can be added at anytime of year!
Malawi’s ‘faith healers’ are leading HIV-positive people to reject treatment The first complete Mohawk Bible translation will be available this fall The high cost of grocery delivery unfairly burdens disabled people
What's Coming Up
Worship at the Drew resuming in OCTOBER (1st Sunday of each month)
Summer Worship in at 10am - final 10am "summer service" on Sept 3
Choir is on SUMMER PAUSE and will resume the week of September 17!
Senior's Sharing Lunch and Coffee and Conversation with Open Sky on SUMMER PAUSE
AA meets 12-1pm Saturdays in the sanctuary
Sackville United Pride Week celebrations in Fall 2023
Watch recordings of previous services:
August 6 - Pancakes and Prayers!
August 13 Service (includes special music by Ed Knuckles, Mary Shaw, and Jennie)
August 20 Service (includes even more special music by Ed, Mary, and Jennie!)
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