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Tidbits

You do not want to miss this!

November 29 (2--8 pm) and 30 (10am—4 pm) Beaches will host another Artists and Artisans Market, organized by our own Debbie Murray. debmurray@rogers.com if you would like to help or for more information.

Saturday, December 7th, Fallingbrook Presbyterian Church is presenting A Charlie Brown Christmas at 3 pm. $20 for adults; $10 children. For more information: fboffice@rogers.com or (416-699-3084).

Theology On Tap:

Erin announced in Church this morning that T.O.T will meet on Zoom this week. We start our book discussions at 7 p.m. Those joining by ZOOM use the Sunday service link found on the BPC website. We are discussing A Little History of Religion, by Richard Holloway.

P.W.S. & D. Helps In Gaza:

By Stephanie Chunoo

In the year since the start of the current war in Gaza, tens of thousands have been killed or injured. Around 86% of the Gaza Strip has come under evacuation orders since October 7. This population movement has meant overcrowding, lack of proper shelter, poor water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) conditions, all of which have had grave impact on public health. The World Health Organization estimates that only 16 out of 36 hospitals in Gaza are partially functioning, and just 44% of primary health care facilities are operational.

Humanitarian efforts are hindered by ongoing challenges including limited access and mobility, high costs for goods and challenges in moving them, and a difficult security context with limited electricity and fuel. Despite these challenges, PWS&D partners, including DSPR (the Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees, part of the Near East Council of Churches) and Catholic Relief Services (through Canadian Foodgrains Bank), continue to provide food, health care, and psychological assistance to as many people as possible.

Presbyterian Prayer Partnership this week:

Friday, November 15: We pray for the Sabeel Liberation Theology Center as it hosts the “Challenging Religious Extremism” conference in Bethlehem and Jerusalem amid rising intolerance and violence in the Middle East.

Saturday, November 16: We pray for Atlantic Mission Society groups as they encourage congregations to support the Advent gift projects.

Sunday, November 17: (Legacy Giving Sunday.) We pray for all the people in congregations who leave a legacy gift—a bequest, a charitable gift annuity, a gift of life insurance—so that we may have vibrant ministry, today and tomorrow.

Monday, November 18: (Restorative Justice Week, Nov. 17-23.) We give thanks for the Church Council on Justice and Corrections, and its work to support healing for people and communities harmed by crime, fear and system injustices.

Tuesday, November 19: We pray for those who lack access to proper sanitation and for P.W.S. & D. programs that are working to provide water, sanitation and hygiene measures.

Wednesday, November 20: (Trans Day of Remembrance.) We remember those who have died because of transphobic violence. We lament the church’s role in contributing to prejudice and hatred of transgender people and commit to working for a future where trans people can flourish.

Thursday, November 21: We pray for chaplains in hospitals and long-term care homes as they continue to provide comfort, offer hope, and minister during moments that matter.

Heartwarming content is only a click away.

I think you might agree with me that there is not a lot of content on the TV news, or on the web that you could file as “uplifting”. May I point you to some that is? KVVU-TV in Las Vegas, Nevada, has something unique. They call it “The Fox 5 Surprise Squad”. A group of station employees go around giving money, groceries or other help to people that are facing major challenges in life. I found out about this after I saw a segment on the web about a low-wage restaurant employee who was given a car and some cash to help her, when her husband was stricken with major cancer, and was being treated in California. Google: YouTube, Fox Five Surprise Squad. One thing: you may want to have some tissues handy, if you watch.

More Signs Of The Times:

Do people in the Beaches love pets? Yes! Here’s another on my hand-picked Church signs for you. Again, the source did not indicate anything about this Congregation.

Have a great week,

Bruce

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31st, 2024 - It’s Halloween - enjoy

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st, 2024 - Pumpkin Parade at the Ted Reeve Arena Playground - 6:30 – 8:30 - bring your pumpkins to the wading pool for a final lighting.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd, 2024 - Jazz and Reflection at Beach United – 4:30 – featuring Larry Bond Quartet

And DON’T FORGET TO TURN YOUR CLOCKS BACK TONIGHT

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: We hold up in prayer theological students who graduate and are beginning the process of seeking a call. For the Church Doctrine Committee as they develop a pastoral response to persons who have chosen Medical Assistance in Dying. For indigenous girls and women who have faced terrible levels of violence and for the families and friends of murdered and missing indigenous women and girls seeking justice.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner and 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

SATURDAY , NOVEMBER 9th, 2024 - Arts Market hosted by Festival of the Beaches at Beaches Presbyterian.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10th, 2024 - 2:00 - A fundraising concert by Toronto Beach Chorale at Beaches Presbyterian - proceeds going to St. Anne’s Anglican and their restoration and recovery process.

REDNECKS HAVE THE LOWEST STRESS RATE BECAUSE THEY DO NOT UNDERSTAND THE SERIOUSNESS OF MOST MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY!!

Medical term: Artery

Definition: The study of paintings

Medical Term: Bacteria

Definition: Back door to cafeteria

Medical Term: Barium

Definition: What doctors do when patients die

Medical Term: Benign

Definition: What you be, after you be eight

Medical Term: Caesarean Section

Definition: A neighborhood in Rome

Have a GOOD WEEK mb

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17th, 2024 - “It is absurd to divide people into good or bad. People are either charming or tedious.” Oscar Wilde

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

"This Sunday after the service we will be having a potluck lunch and then the first meeting in our "New Beginnings" program.

If you are driving, be aware that the Scotiabank Marathon is on and you will have to park east of Beech Avenue or north of Queen Street. For those unable to attend in person, the Beaches zoom link can be used for the meeting. A contribution for the potluck lunch would be greatly appreciated."

MONDAY, OCTOBER 21st, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner – 7:00 for discussion

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23rd, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

COMING UP: Arts and Artisans Show and Sale

THOUGHTS ….

Listening, not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery……Joyce Brothers

Many of life’s failures are experienced by people who did not realize how close they w ere to success when they gave up ….. Thomas Edison

Don’t ask the Lord to guide your footsteps if you are not willing to move your feet Unknown

Age wrinkles the body. Quitting wrinkles the soul. Gen. Douglas MacArthur

I shall allow no man to belittle my soul by making me hate him. Booker T. Washington

Everyone should do at least two things each day that he hates to do, just for practice. William James

Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you’d have preferred to talk. Doug Larson

Have a good week - MB

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 10th, 2024 - A politician needs the ability to fortell what is going to happen, tomorrow, next week, next month and next year. And to have the ability afterwards to explain why it didn’t happen. Winston Churchill

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

October birthdays ….Nora Hiraishi, Katherine McCloskey, Sammy McCloskey

MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2024 – Theology on Tap will gather at 6:30 for dinner 7:00 for discussion

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

November 29th, and November 30th, 2024 Beaches will be holding another Arts and Artisans Market.

THOUGHTS …..

Now that Covid has everyone washing their hands correctly …next week …turn signals.

Someone said “Nothing rhymes with orange” I say, “no it doesn’t”

The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The realist adjusts his sails.

There is a fine line between a numerator and a denominator. Only a fraction of people will find this funny.

Reading gives us someplace to go when we have to stay where we are.

My idea of a Super Bowl is a toilet that cleans itself.

Apparently exercise helps with decision making. It’s true. I went for a run this morning and decided I’m never doing that again.

Have a good week MB

WEDNESDAY, SEPETEMBER 25th, 2-24 - A concert is not a live rendition of our album. It’s a theatrical event. Freddie Mercury

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28th, 2024 - Toronto Beach Chorale concert at St. Aidan’s Anglican Church – 7:30 – Benefit for St. Anne’s Anglican Church Music Program

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10.00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: Today is Presbyterians Sharing …Sunday – a day to celebrate the mission and ministry we do together. Gifts to Presbyterians Sharing … support a wide range of mission and ministry in Canada and around the world. Through these gifts, we build strong congregations, serve vulnerable people, walk with indigenous people, seek justice and share God’s love around the world. Together, we provide hospitality for people who are homeless and help those involved in the sex trade reclaim their lives. We help congregations discover new and unique ways of renewing their ministry and provide many resources for congregations to use in worship and study. We help translate the Bible in indigenous languages in Taiwan and bring hope and love to prisoners in Malawi. And so much more! When we put our gifts in God’s hands, God does remarkable things.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather for dinner at 6:30 – 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2nd, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4th, 2024 - The really important date for New Beginnings is the Friday October 4th meeting for the whole congregation at the church. At that time our coach, Jen Sokolowsky, will talk to us all about the possible and exciting new approaches to ministry. That meeting will be from 7pm to roughly 8:30pm.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 5th, 2024 - New Beginnings Program at Beaches - The Saturday meeting is for the small group facilitators, so really only concerns them (they are Klaas, Peter, Erin and Heather).

SUNDAY OCTOBER 6th, 2024 - New Beginnings Program at Beaches - the Sunday meeting is a regular worship service, but will also feature Jen preaching and involve a covenanting by the congregation in support of the New Beginnings program.

In September 1905, the Treaty of Portsmouth was signed, marking the end of the Russo-Japanese War. U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt received the Novel Peace Prize for mediating the negotiations.

In September 1957 Jack Kerouac’s famous novel On the Road was published by Viking Press in New York. It is considered a defining work of the postwar Beat and counterculture generations.

WHEN INSULTS HAD CLASS …

He can compress the most words into the smallest idea of any man I know. Abraham Lincoln

He has no enemies, but is intensely disliked by his friends. Oscar Wilde

I feel so miserable without you; it’s almost like having you here. Stephen Bishop

Why do you sit there looking like an envelope without any address on it. Mark Twain

Some cause happiness wherever they go; others, whenever they go Oscar Wilde

He has Van Gogh’s ear for music Billy Wilder

Have a good week MB

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th, 2024 - Born in September 1912, Woody Guthrie was a legendary American folk singer/songwriter and social activist whose poignant lyrics and heartfelt melodies captured the essence of the Great Depression and the struggles of the working class. He is best known for songs like “This Land is your Land” a timeless anthem of unity and inclusivity. Guthrie wrote hundreds of songs, many of which addressed themes of poverty and injustice, inspiring artists like Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Pete Seeger and Bruce Springsteen.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st, 2024 - Beaches Lawn Sale – 10:00 -? If you want to donate contact Debbie Murray or Pat Fraser

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st, 2024 - Stop by St. Nicholas Anglican Church lawn sale – 11:00 – 1:00 – homemade meat pies, baked goods, jams and preserves plus homemade crafts.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 for a Jazz Service and we will celebrate the baptism of Willow Rose Brett-Horn. There will be a potluck lunch and baby shower following the service. No gifts are required but finger food would be welcome. Everyone is invited.

MISSION CAPSULE: PWS&D's annual Journey for Hope encourages supporters to gear up and walk, run, ride, roll or do another activity they love to raise money for the food security work PWS&D does around the world. Food security is an essential human right, yet a significant portion of the global population is food insecure, without access to enough food of acceptable quality and quantity. Your participation in and support for Journey for Hope enables PWS&D to actively respond to hunger needs through food security projects that improve agricultural production in places like Haiti, Guatemala and Malawi. Funds also help provide emergency food assistance in countries that are extremely vulnerable, including Afghanistan, Yeman, Syria, Somalia, South Sudan and Ethiopia.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet this week via ZOOM.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

WHEN INSULTS HAD CLASS …….

He is a self-made man and worships his creator…..John Bright

He is not only dull himself, he is the cause of dullness in others……Samuel Johnson

He is simply a shiver looking for a spine to run up……Paul Keating

He had delusions of adequacy……Walter Kerr

He has all the virtues I dislike and none of the vices I admire…….Winston Churchill

Have a good week MB

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th, 2024 - In September 1504 Michelangelo’s David was unveiled in Florence. The marble statue stands 17 feet tall, and the head was carved to be too large for the body so that it would look proportionate when viewed from below….

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14th, 2024 - Music for the soul at Beach United Church 4:30 pm – Featuring Mark Battenberg’s Seven Aspects of the Cosmic Dancer, a musical meditation and journey.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th, 2024 - Beaches Outreach Coffee – 12:00

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th, 2024 - Terry Fox Run at Woodbine Beach Park – 9:00 am –

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 - Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: After participating in the New Beginnings program which guides congregations though a renewal process to discern God’s call for their future, St. Giles Presbyterian in St. Catharines, is exploring innovative ways to engage with their community. The congregation is turning faith into action by fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities and their families. They have created a multi-sensory space where individuals with sensory sensitivities can find comfort and engagement. They hope to offer respite programming and support groups for caregivers who demonstrate a commitment to walking alongside them in their journey. The New Beginnings program receives funding from Presbyterians Sharing…

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at the Beacher for food and discussion.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18TH, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd, 2024 - We will be celebrating the baptism of Willow Rose Brett-Horn and there will be a potluck and baby shower following the service. No gifts are required but finger food would be welcome. Everyone is invited.

TRIVIA QUESTIONS…

Q. Name the one sport in which neither the spectators nor the participants know the score or the leader until the contest ends.

A. Boxing

Q. What famous North American landmark is constantly moving backward?

A. Niagara Falls

Q. Of all vegetables only two can live to produce on their own for several growing seasons. All other vegetables must be replanted every year.

A. Asparagus and Rhubarb Q. What fruit has its seeds on the outside? A. Strawberry

Q. In many liquor stores you can buy pear brandy with a real pear inside the bottle. The pear is whole and ripe and the bottle in genuine, it has not been cut in any way. How did the pear get inside the bottle?

A. It grew inside the bottle. The bottles are placed over pear buds when they are small and are wired in place on the tree. The bottle is left in place for the entire growing season. When the pears are ripe they are snipped off at the stems.

Q. Only three words in Standard English begin with the letters ‘dw’ and they are all common words.

A. Three English words beginning with ‘dw’ are Dwarf, Dwell, Dwindle

Q. There are 14 punctuation marks in English grammar. How many can you name?

A. period, coma, semi colon, dash, hyphen, apostrophy , question mark, exclamation mark, quotation marks, brackets, parenthesis, braces and ellipsos

Q. Name the only fresh vegetable or fruit that is never sold frozen, canned or processed.

A. Lettuce

Q. Name six or more things that you can wear on your feet beginning with ‘S’

A. Shoes, socks, sandals, sneakers, slippers, skiis, skates, stockings, snow shoes, stilts

HAVE A GOOD WEEK mb

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th, 2024 - “The things that make me different are the things that make me me” Piglet

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 - Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading. We will celebrate communion.

MISSION CAPSULE: At Samuel House, a ministry of the Reformed Church in Romania, vulnerable children receive nutritious food and homework tutoring so that their potential can be realized in a caring Christian environment. Responding to God’s call, Csilla Bertalan first opened the doors in June 2003 to welcome underprivileged children living in difficult circumstances. Csilla is grateful to God and partners for their support in transforming so many young lives. She shares, “I am grateful that the PCC has been standing beside us in this mission. Thank you”

Gifts to Presbyterians Sharing …have been supporting Samuel House since 2014.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH, 2024 - Monday - Theology on Tap will been meeting at 6:30 and 7:00

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will be meeting at 9:30

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11th, 2024 - 12:00 – BPC Outreach coffee.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 22nd, 2024 - we will be celebrating the baptism of Willow Rose Brett-Horn – following which there will be a potluck lunch and baby shower. No gifts are required but finger food would be welcome.

OCTOBER 5th & 6th, 2024 - Mark your calendars, The New Beginnings Program will be discussed. Details to follow ….

Quiz for People who know everything ….

1. Name the one sport in which neither the spectators nor the participants know the score or the leader until the contest ends.

2. What famous North American landmark is constantly moving backward?

3. Of all vegetables, only two can live to produce their own, for several growing seasons. All other vegetables must be replanted every year. What are the only two perennial vegetables?

4. What fruit has its seeds on the outside?

5. In many liquor stores, you can buy pear brandy, with a real pear inside the bottle. The pear is whole and rips and the bottle is genuine, it hasn’t been cut in an way. How did the pear get inside the bottle?

6. Only three words in standard English begin with the letters. ‘dw’ and they are common words. Name two of them.

7. There are 14 punctuation marks in English grammar. Can you name at least half of them?

8. Name the only vegetable or fruit that is never sold frozen, canned, processed, cooked or in any other form except fresh.

9. Name six or more things that you can wear on your feet beginning with the letter ‘S’ …

Answers next week.

Have a good week - MB

FRIDAY, AUGUST 30th 2024 - “Politics is not a bad profession. If you succeed there are many rewards, if you disgrace yourself you can always write a book.” Ronald Reagan

SATURDAY, AUGUST 31st, 2024 - Historical Walk with Gene Domagala at St. John’s Cemetery, 1:00 - meet at the N/W corner of Kingston Road and Woodbine.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1st, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: In an Indigenous community in Guatemala, Mercedes Coronado (36) a teacher and mother of eight, shares her transformative journey as vice president of the agroecological group Los Arbolitos. The community women once faced challenges, including violence and a lack of decision making power within their households. With the support of PWS&D’s local partner, the Maya-Mam Indigenous Association for Development, Mercedes and the women are experiencing positive change through education and training programs, enabling them to advocate for themselves and future generations. Mercedes is grateful for her husband’s strong support in her career pursuits, emphasizing the importance of gender equality in fostering harmonious relationships and eliminating discrimination.

TUESDAY, SEPEMBER 3rd, 2024 - Theology on Tap

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

FRIDAY, & SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29th & 30th 2024 - Beaches Arts and Artisans Market

OCTOBER 5th & 6th, 2024 - New Beginnings Program will take place – mark your calendars. Stay tuned for details

TRIVIA:

Benny Goodman took a job in a band on an excursion boat on Lake Michigan. In doing so, 14 year old Goodman further advanced his professional career as a clarinet player.

Hank Williams Jr. suffered major head injuries in a mountain climbing accident. After relearning how to speak and sing, he became a country music star. His signature look included a beard and sunglasses to hide his facial scars.

Tootsie Rolls were introduced in 1896 by Leo Hirshfield. He named them after his daughter, whose nickname was “Tootsie”. The mildly chocolatey, taffy-like confection was America’s first individually wrapped penny candy.

A daylight meteor streaked across the sky from Utah to Alberta. The fireball, travelling at about 33,000 mph, came within 35 miles of Earth!!

That’s it for me - have a good week. MB

THURSDAY, AUGUST 22nd, 2024 - “ I handed in a script last year and the studio didn’t change one word. The word they didn’t change was on page 87.” Steve Martin

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: In Malawi, the Mabiri Community Day Secondary School’s Sexual Reproductive Health Club is a component of the Every Girl Empowered Project, which is supported by PWS&D. One of the issues discussed by club members is school dropout rates among their peers. One of the reasons for this is the inability to pay school fees. Determined to make a difference, club members identified a peer, Wezzie, age 16, struggling financially. To help her, they organized an open house event, inviting supporters to hear Wezzie’s story and learn about the importance of financial support for marginalized pupils. Through their advocacy efforts, the club secured pledges to cover her school fees, enabling her to take and pass her examinations successfully. The club was pleased knowing they successfully advocated to help improve her future.

BPC Outreach coffee on the second Wednesday of each month.

OF INTEREST: A. E. Ames was born in 1867 in Lambeth, Ontario and grew up to be an investment banker. He moved to Toronto in 1889 at the age of 22 and started his own company. The Ames Estate was on Kingston Road and included a nine hole golf course. In 1909 Ames began subdividing the property. At the time, Glen Manor and Southwood Drive were private roads. Williamson Road was built in 1912 as part of the estate. The main house is still there on Glen Stewart and has long since been divided into apartments. The houses on the west side of Southwood Drive were built right after WWII.

Keep in mind our Little Free Pantries Project. At the front of the building on Glen Manor where you can donate any non-perishable food items for people in need in the community

TUESDAY, AUGUST 27th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet again at 6:30 and 7:00

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

OCTOBER 5TH & 6TH, 2024 - The New Beginnings Program will take place

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29TH & 30TH, 2024 - Arts & Artisans Show

AND FROM THE CHILDREN …..

Q. Is it better to be single or married?

A, It is better for girls to be single but not for boys. Boys need someone to clean up after them Anita age 9

Q. How would the world be different if people didn’t get married?

A. There sure would be a lot of kids to explain, wouldn’t there? Kelvin age 8

Q. How would you make a marriage work?

A. Tell your wife that she looks pretty, even if she looks like a dump truck Ricky age 9

Have a good week MB

FRIDAY, AUGUST 16TH, 2024 - On this date in 1501 The Overseers of the Office of Works of the Duomo commissioned master Italian sculptor Michelangelo to make his iconic statue of David for Florence Cathedral.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 18th, 2023 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 - Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: On World Humanitarian Day we recognize and celebrate the efforts of humanitarian workers who provide life saving assistance to millions of people affected by conflicts, natural disasters and other emergencies. We give thanks for PWS&D partners who work tirelessly to ensure that essential food aid gets delivered, devastated communities are rebuilt and access to life saving resources is within reach. Humanitarian workers play a crucial role in ensuring the welfare of the vulnerable. Through collaborative efforts, we are working to build a sustainable, compassionate and just world. Let us take a moment to honour these advocates and offer an unwavering commitment to supporting their vital efforts.

DID YOU KNOW? The Venus flytrap feeds primarily on ants, not flies …..

TUESDAY, AUGUST 20th, 2024 - Theology on Tap - 6:30 and 7:00

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21st, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

COMING UP:

OCTOBER 5th & 6th, 2024 - The New Beginnings Program will take place at Beaches.

NOVEMBER 29th, & 30th, 2024 - Beaches Arts and Artisans Market

AND FROM THE CHILDREN ….

Q. What do most people do on a date?

A. Dates are for having fun, and people should use them to get to know each other. Lynnette, age 9

A. On the first date, they just tell each other lies that usually gets them interested enough to go for a second date. Martin age 10

Q. When is it ok to kiss someone?

A. When they’re rich. Pam, age 7

A. The law says you have to be eighteen, so I wouldn’t want to mess with that. Curt, age 7

A. The rule goes like this: If you kiss someone, you should marry them and have kids with them. It’s the right thing to do. Howard, age 8

Have a good week MB

FRIDAY, AUGUST 9th, 2024 - The first week of August hangs at the very top of summer - like the highest seat of a Ferris wheel when it pauses in its turning - Natalie Babbitt

The New Beginnings Program will be happening at Beaches October 5th and 6th, 2024 - Please mark your calendars.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 11th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading. We will celebrate communion.

MISSION CAPSULE: I decided to participate in order to differentiate between traditional farming methods and new farming techniques facilitated by Churches Action in Relief and Development staff, shares Lucius, a 45 year old farmer from Malawi. In previous years my house experienced food insecurity but after hearing about this type of conservation farming my family and I were interested in starting to practice it. I feel that this project wants us farmers to farm in the way God intended since it is teaching us how to farm while taking care of the biodiversity. The project is teaching us how to fish, not giving us fish. It addresses the real needs of our communities. Working with local partners PWS&D aims to strengthen the production ability and capacity of smallholder farmers so that they can withstand climate change and be more resilient when disasters hit.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 13th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 / 7:00

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

SATURDAY, AUGUST 24th, 2024 - Beaches will be hosting a Back-to-School supply giveaway partnership with Toronto Cares (hosted by Arise and BPC)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29th, 2024 - AND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30th, 2024 - Beaches will be hosting another Artists and Artisans Market.

WE HAVE SEEN THESE BEFORE … BUT…

Q. How do you decide who to Marry?

A. You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports and she should keep the chips and dip coming Allan, age 10

No person really decides before they grow up who they are going to marry. God decides it all the way before and you get to find out later who you are stuck with. Kristen, age 10

Q. What is the right age to get married?

A. Twenty three is the best age because you know the person forever by then. Camille, age 10

Q. How can a stranger tell if two people are married?

A. You might have to guess, based on whether they seem to be yelling at the same kids. Derrick, age 8

Q. What do you think your mum and dad have in common?

A. Both don’t want any more kids. Lori, age 8

Have a good week - MB

FRIDAY, AUGUST 2nd, 2024 - On this date in 1610, Henry Hudson sailed into what is now known as Hudson Bay, thinking he had made it through the Northwest Passage and reached the Pacific Ocean.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 4th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: Every July, youth from Asia, Europe and North America spread out across the island of Taiwan. All are part of the “I Love Taiwan” mission. In 2023, supported by Presbyterians Sharing…Justin and Neo Wu ( St. Giles, Ottawa) participated in the program. Alongside Youth from the Presbyterian Church in Taiwan, they led summer programs for children. Working ecumenically in a cross-cultural and multi-religious context, youth experienced God’s grace and love, learned to live out their faith and were challenged to devote their lives to God through participation in mission.

TUESDAY, AUGUST 6th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather at 6:30 for dinner and 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 7th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

COMING UP ; Beaches Yard Sale sometime in the early Fall. AND Arts and Craft Sale in November.

AND FROM THE CHILDREN …..

Love is when Mommy sees Daddy on the toilet and she doesn’t think it’s gross Mark age 6

You really shouldn’t say “I love you” unless you mean it. But if you mean it you should say it a lot. People forget. Jessica age 8

And the final one….. A four year old child whose next door neighbour was an elderly gentleman who had recently lost his wife. Upon seeing the man cry, the little boy went into the old gentleman’s yard, climbed onto his lap, and just sat there. When his mother asked what he had said to the neighbour, the little boy said, “nothing, I just helped him cry”

Have a good week - MB

THURSDAY, JULY 25th, 2024 - Five months today is Christmas !!!!

Beaches Annual Jazz Festival – Streetfest begins tonight from 7:00, Friday and Saturday.

SUNDAY, JULY 28th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Claire Lemiski leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: With support from Presbyterians Sharing … Arise ministry provides compassionate outreach and spiritual care to survivors of sexual exploitation, trauma, and abuse in the Greater Toronto area. This past spring, Arise partnered with the production company of “Angel’s Bone” the Pulitzer Prize winning opera that follows two vulnerable youths who are lured into exploitative relationships by their traffickers. Along with members of the production team, Arise engaged in an awareness and education campaign about human trafficking in Canada leading up to the performances. Arise was also present for Q&A sessions after each performance to provide context for the show and to highlight ongoing efforts in Toronto and Canada to combat trafficking.

FRIDAY, JULY 26th, 2024 - Opening Ceremonies of the Summer Olympics …

TUESDAY, JULY 30th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31st, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

MORE FROM THE CHILDREN

Love is when Mommy gives Daddy the best piece of chicken - Elaine age 5

Love is when Mommy sees Daddy smelly and sweaty and still says he is handsomer than Robert Redford - Chris age 7

Love is when your puppy licks your face even after you left him alone all day - Mary Ann Age 4

When you love somebody, your eyelashes go up and down and little stars come out of you - Karen age 7

Have a good week MB

FRIDAY, JULY 19th, 2024 - “Don’t grow up – stay young – adulthood is just no fun” Bob Newhart

SATURDAY, JULY 20th, 2024 - Beaches Yard Sale – 10:00 +

SUNDAY, JULY 21st, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 - Claire Lemiski leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: Since 1943, Camp Kannawin has faithfully gathered children and youth on the shores of Sylvan Lake, Alberta for a summer of outdoor adventures, fun activities and spiritual growth. Last year the camp expanded its programming by partnering with Sphero a leading name in educational robotics to introduce the wonders of coding and robotics to campers. Now campers have the opportunity to explore and engage in the world of technology as they learn to code their own robots, witness their creations come to life and participate in fun challenges that foster collaboration and innovation. Due to popular demand the programming is available again this summer.

TUESDAY, JULY 23rd, 2024 - Theology on Tap – 6:30/7:00

WEDNESDAY, JULY 24th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

WHAT IS LOVE……

Love is what’s in the room with you at Christmas if you stop opening presents and just listen - Bobby age 7

If you want to learn to love better, you should start with a friend who you hate - Nikka age 6

Love is when you tell a guy you like his shirt, then he wears it every day - Noelle age 7

Love is like a little old woman and a little old man who are still friends even after they know each other so well. - Tommy age 6

During my piano recital, I was on stage and I was scared. I looked at all the people watching me and saw my daddy waving and smiling. He was the only one doing that. I wasn’t scared anymore - Cindy age 8

Have a good week MB

FRIDAY, JULY 12th, 2024 - “If you want to understand today, you have to search yesterday” Pearl S. Buck

Today is Gordon Pinsent’s Birthday – (1930 – 2023) he was an esteemed Canadian actor, director and writer. In his more than six decades of entertaining, Pinsent captivated audiences in films like The Sweet Hereafter, The Shipping News and Away from Her. He also worked in Due South and The Rowdyman both of which earned him acclaim. Pinsent was a Companion of the Order of Canada and was made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Canada in 2006. He was married to actress Charmion King for more than 40 years.

SUNDAY, JULY 14th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Worship and Arts leading.

TUESDAY, JULY 16th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner and 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30.

SATURDAY, JULY 20th, 2024 - Beaches Lawn Sale

THURSDAY, JULY 25th – SATURDAY, JULY 27th, 2024 - Beaches Jazz Festival StreetFest – 6:00 – 11:00

A group of professional people posed this question to a group of 4 to 8 year olds. “What does love mean?”

When my grandmother got arthritis she couldn’t bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That’s love - Rebecca age 8

When someone loves you, the way the say your name is different. You just know that your name is safe in their mouth. Billy age 4

Love is what makes you smile when you’re tired - Terri age 4

Love is when my mommy makes coffee for my daddy and she takes a sip before giving it to him to make sure the taste is OK Danny age 8

Love is when you go out to eat and give somebody most of your French fries without making them give you any of theirs. Chrissy age 6

Have a good week - MB

FRIDAY, JUNE 28th, 2024 - “I want to be able to look back and say I’ve done everything that I can, and I was successful” Michael Phelps, Olympic Swimmer

OF INTEREST: In 2007 Apple Inc. released its first mobile phone, the iPhone. The company has now released many generations of the iPhone and has become one of the most valuable corporations in the world. Toronto’s first telephone exchange happened in March 1879. At that time telephone service rang from the Toronto Telephone Dispatch Company at 10 King Street, East. It was company policy to hire only male operators. In the early 1900’s working as a telephone operator was a job that a girl of a better class could accept. Acceptable wear was a dark ankle length skirt and a white tailored blouse.

SUNDAY, JUNE 30th, 2024 - Do join us for morning worship at 10 - service will be led by Worship and Arts.

MISSION CAPSULE: After participating in the New Beginnings program that guides congregations through a renewal process to discern God’s call for their future, St. James (North Yarmouth, On) began a ministry to help address the social isolation of seniors and older adults, both within the congregation and the surrounding community. St. James adapted its service to become an interactive, conference call worship model that allows people at home or in care facilities to participate more fully through prayer, reading scripture or singing. Community programming for seniors is also centred around encouraging greater social inclusion, through delivering hot meals and care packages, a weekly home visit program with the minister and elders, and even chartering a bus to sing carols and bring Christmas cheer to doorsteps during Advent. St. James receives support from Presbyterians Sharing …

MONDAY, JULY 1st, 2024 - HAPPY CANADA DAY

TUESDAY, JUNE 2nd, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner and 7:00 for discussion

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3rd, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

SATURDAY, JULY 20th, 2024 - Time to go through the crawl spaces and those hard to reach cupboards!! Beaches will be holding a Yard Sale.

THINGS TO PONDER –

If a bottle of poison reaches its expiration date, is it more poisonous or is it no longer poisonous?

Which letter is silent in the word “scent” the S or the C?

The word “swims” upside down is still “swims” …

Over 100 years ago everyone owned a horse and only the rich had cars. Today everyone has cars and the only the rich own horses….

Why is there a “D” in fridge, but not in refrigerator?

It’s not my age that bothers me – it’s the side effects.

Have a good week - Happy Canada Day MB

THURSDAY, JUNE 20th, 2024 - “Courage is being scared to death - but Saddling up anyway.” John Wayne

SUNDAY, JUNE 23rd, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Linda Endicott leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: With support from Presbyterians Sharing … the Newcomers Mission has faithfully been gathering and offering services and spiritual support to newly arrived immigrants and refugees in the Peterborough area since 2016, Like the soft, protective wings of a dove, the programming of Newcomers Mission provides refuge and care for people living through very difficult and vulnerable situations. One wing of the ministry represents the spiritual side through worship services, prayer meetings and house visits. The other wing is the social and cultural side, helping newcomers to access support services, obtain employment and provide English language teaching and translation services. The two wings work together so that the newcomers can succeed and belong.

TUESDAY, JUNE 25th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner, 7:00 for discussion

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

AND FROM THE CHILDREN …

Q. How are the main parts of the body categorized? (e.g. abdomen)

A. The body is consisted into three parts – the brainium, the borax and the abdominal cavity. The brainium contains the brain; the borax contains the heart and lungs and the abdominal cavity contains the five bowels A, E, I, O and U.

Q. What does “varicose” mean?

A. Nearby

Q. Give the meaning of the term “Caesarian Section”

A. The Caesarian Section is a district in Rome.

Q. What does the word ‘benign’ mean?

A. Benign is what you will be after you be eight.

Stay cool MB

THURSDAY, JUNE 13th, 2024 - “It’s a lack of faith that makes people afraid of meeting challenges” Muhammad Ali

On this date in 1886 fire wiped out much of the city of Vancouver, destroying nearly 1000 buildings and killing 28 people. The new service of the Canadian Pacific Railroad brought emergency supplies and facilitated rebuilding efforts.

SUNDAY, JUNE 16th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 - Ernest Van Eck, Principle of Knox College will be leading the service. We will celebrate communion

MISSION CAPSULE: Am Salama reflects on her life in Sudan before the outbreak of war. Following a political crisis in 2023, she and her family, once prosperous farmers and restaurant owners, were forced to flee their bustling town in East Darfur due to escalating tensions. The war separated Am from her husband who stayed behind to care for his blind mother. Facing numerous challenges during their journey to South Sudan, including being robbed of the little money and clothing she had managed to bring with her and frequent illness, Am and her children found refuge at the Wedwill Refugee Camp. The safety and food assistance they received at the camp, supported by PWS&D played a critical role in their survival.

SOMETHING TO LOOK FORWARD TO: Next year, 2025, we will celebrate our 100th Anniversary. So, put on your thinking caps and go back into your memory banks and let us know what you remember.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather at 6:30 for dinner and 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

Children’s answers to Science questions ….

Q, What happens to your body as you age?
A, When you get old, so do your bowels and you get intercontinental

Q. What happens to a boy when he reaches puberty?
A. He says goodbye to his boyhood and looks forward to his adultery.

Q. Name a major disease associated with cigarettes.
A. Premature death.

Q. What is the fibula?
A. A small lie …

Have a good week MB

THURSDAY, JUNE 6th, 2024 - On this day in 1944 Canadian soldiers landed on Juno Beach during the Normandy invasion. The 3rd Canadian Infantry Division succeeded in pushing farther inland than any other landing force on D-Day……..

SUNDAY, JUNE 9th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 am.

MISSION CAPSULE: Persistent airstrikes in Gaza have caused extensive destruction, resulting in numerous casualties and displacements. Through the ACT Alliance, PWS&D supports the Middle East Council of Churches Department of Service to Palestinian Refugees. Their staff in the south of Gaza provide psychosocial interventions, psychological first aid training, hygiene kits, and cash distributions to address trauma, limited water access and financial needs. The Rafah Clinic ensures access to essential health care services while shelters in churches receive support with food and basic supplies. The overwhelming need for ongoing support remains critical as the conflict continues to inflict damage on lives, infrastructure and homes, depriving communities of essential resources like water, medical supplies and food.

TUESDAY, JUNE 11th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 6:30 for dinner, 7:00 for discussion.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will gather at 9:30

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12th, 2024 - Funeral Service for Arvilla Sipma in the sanctuary. Visitation at 12:00 Service at 1:00 followed by a reception.

Have a good week M

THURSDAY, MAY 30th, 2024 - “I merely took the energy it takes to pout and wrote some blues” Duke Ellington

FRIDAY, MAY 31ST AND SATURDAY, JUNE 1ST, 2024 - 11:00 – 7:00 - Colourbration, Art Exhibit and Sale.

FRIDAY, MAY 31St & SATURDAY JUNE 1ST, 2024 – Beach Guild of Fine Arts Spring Art Show & Sale at Beach United Church.
Friday 5:00 – 8:00
Saturday, 10:00 – 5:00

SUNDAY, JUNE 2nd, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: Today is General Assembly Sunday. Gifts to Presbyterians Sharing … support the governance structures of the Presbyterian Church in Canada. At General Assembly, representative elders and ministers from congregations across Canada make decisions, set priorities and examine matters of doctrine, worship, discipleship and governance. A vision for national work is set and a budget is passed, capturing the hopes and dreams of the gathered congregations for the future of the church. Together, we are bringing the church’s mission and ministry to life.

On this day in 1832 The Rideau Canal was officially opened to traffic. The waterway includes 47 locks linking the Ottawa River at Ottawa with Lake Ontario at Kingston.

TUESDAY, JUNE 4th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will meet at 7:00 - 6:30 for dinner.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5th, 2024 - Beaches prayer Group will gather at 9:30

BACK TO THE CHILDREN: Science Exam Answers …

Q. Name the four seasons
A. Salt, Pepper, Mustard and Vinegar

Q. Explain one of the processes by which water can be made safe to drink
A. Flirtation makes water safe to drink because it removes large pollutants like grit, sand, dead sheep and canoeists.

Q. How is dew formed?
A. The sun shines down on the leaves and makes them perspire.

Q. How can you delay milk turning sour?
A. Keep it in the cow.

Q. What are steroids?
A. Things for keeping carpets still on the stairs….

Have a good week MB

THURSDAY, MAY 16th, 2024 - “I’m all in favour of keeping dangerous weapons out of the hands of fools. Let’s start with typewriters.” Frank Lloyd Wright

SUNDAY, MAY 19th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 - this will be a Jazz Service

MISSION CAPSULE: Gifts to Presbyterians Sharing … support international partners through leadership development grants. In 2023 the National Council for Higher Education recommended that the position of Assistant Librarian at Zomba Theological University in Malawi should require at least a bachelor’s degree. So, the Rev. Dr. Takuze Chitsulo, Vice Chancellor, requested support from the PCC for Assistant Librarian Jane Mwalabu Makupete to upgrade her diploma in Library Information to a Bachelor of Arts degree in Records Management. Jane was ecstatic and very grateful when she heard of the PCC’s support.

TUESDAY, MAY 21st, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather at 7:00

WEDNESDAY, MAY 22nd, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will gather at 9:30

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - Arts & Artisans Show & Sale 10:00 – 4:00

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - Spring Thaw Concert – 7:00 – 9:00 –

MORE FROM THE CHILDREN ABOUT THE OCEAN ….

On vacation my Mom went water skiing. She fell off when she was going very fast. She says she won’t do it again because water fired right up her ass. Julie age 7

The ocean is made up of water and fish. Why the fish don’t drown I don’t know. Bobby, age 6

My dad was a sailor on the ocean. He knows all about the ocean. What he doesn’t know is why he quit being a sailor and married my mom. James age 7

Have a good week M

THURSDAY, MAY 2nd, 2024 - “ The best car safety device is a rearview mirror with a cop in it” Dudley Moore

SATURDAY, MAY 4th, 2024 - Jazz & Reflections with Beachside Brass at Beach United Church – 4:30

SUNDAY, MAY 5th, 2024 - Hymn Sing at Kingston Road United Church – 2:00 – a fundraiser for our roof

SUNDAY, MAY 5th, 2024 - 10:00 – morning worship - Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE: Sydney Nkhata, a 27 year old from Northern Malawi, is the chair of a youth network made up of 12 clubs. His management journey was significantly influenced by the “Every Youth Empowered” project, which provided valuable leadership training and is funded by PWS&D. Equipped with new skills, Sydney has become a mentor – guiding and nurturing cub members. His efforts ensure that youth actively embrace and take ownership of the project, where they learn about sexual and reproductive health rights – turning it into an integral part of the community. As a result girls and boys are more aware of the risks related to early pregnancies and transmission of diseases and are changing behaviours. Sydney’s story highlights the transformative power of leadership training and showcases his commitment to mentorship and community development.

THIS WEEK:

<b>MONDAY, MAY 6th, 2024 - Congregational Meeting – 7:00 - Visioning for the future of Beaches Church.</b>

TUESDAY, MAY 7th, 2024 - Theology on Tap WILL NOT BE MEETING. Instead they will meet May 14th and will be discussing Prophets of Love – The Unlikely Kinship of Leonard Cohan and the Apostle Paul by Matthew Anderson

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15th, 2024 - 7:30 – 9:30 - Coffee House sponsored by Beaches and Arise – featuring Kevin McCloskey

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - 10:00 - 4:00 - Artists and Artisans Show and Sale.

MORE FROM THE CHILDREN REGARDING THE OCEANS ….

When ships had sails, they used to use the trade winds to cross the oceans. Sometimes when the wind didn’t blow the sailors would whistle to made the wind come. My brother said they would have been better off eating beans. William age 7

Mermaids live in the ocean. I like mermaids. They are beautiful and I like their shiny tails but how on earth do mermaids get pregnant? Like really? Helen age 6

Some fish are dangerous. Jellyfish can sting. Electric eels can give you a shock. They have to live in caves under the sea where I think they have to plug themselves into chargers. Christopher age 7

When you go swimming in the ocean, it is very cold and it makes my willy small Kevin age 6

Have a good week - MB

FRIDAY, APRIL 26th, 2024 – On this day in 1954, field trials to test Dr. Salk’s polio vaccine began. About 1.8 million children were inoculated.

Also, today is Carol Burnett’s 91st birthday….

SATURDAY, APRIL 27th, 2024 - Historic Walk with Gene Domagala – 1:00 – walk begins at the north west corner of Danforth & Woodbine.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28th, 2024 - join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading.

MISSION CAPSULE; The reformed Parish in Csap/Chop, a congregation of the Reformed Church in Transcarpathia in western Ukraine, has been providing temporary shelter and food for people displaced by the war. Their social kitchen program includes hot food delivery to elderly congregation members who live alone and are unable to cook for themselves. With limited resources, Bishop Zan-Fabian reached out to the PCC for financial support to continue this ministry of care. The PCC provided a grant from Presbyterians Sharing…fulfilling the law of Christ to bear one another’s burdens.

TUESDAY, APRIL 30th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather at 7:00

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1st, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

COMING UP –

MONDAY, MAY 6th, 2024 - Visioning for the future of Beaches – 7:00 – 9:00

Wednesday, MAY 15th, 2024 - Coffee House, featuring Kevin McCloskey – 7:30 – 9:30

SUNDAY, MAY 10th, 2024 - Jazz Service

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - Arts & Artisans Show and Sale – 10:00 – 4:00

Spring Thaw Concert – 7:00 – 9:00

Children writing about the ocean.

This is a picture of an octopus - it has eight testicles. Kelly age 6

Oysters’ balls are called pearls. Jerry, age 6

If you are surrounded by ocean, you are an island. If you don’t have ocean all round you, you are incontinent. Mike age 7

Sharks are ugly and mean and have big teeth, just like Emily Richardson. She’s not my friend anymore. Kylie age 6

A dolphin breaths through an asshole on the top of its head. Billy age 8

My uncle goes out in his boat with two other men and a woman and comes back with crabs. Millie age 6

Have a good week MB

FRIDAY, APRIL 19th, 2024 - Today is National Garlic Day. Were you aware that the Egyptians revered garlic as a deity? Garlic was believed to bestow strength upon Greek athletes and warriors, protect against the evil eye and even repel vampires!

SUNDAY, APRIL 21st, 20324 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – lots of seating available - Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading

Mission Capsule: In the Kushkak village in Afghanistan, 42 year old Gulkam lived a simple life with her husband and four children until one day in Oct6ober 2023 when an earthquake struck their village. She lost her husband and 11 year old son. After the disaster she encountered significant challenges in getting assistance due to the gender disparities present in her village. However, PWS&D’s partner recognized her needs and provided her family with a winterized tent to help endure the harsh weather conditions. PWS&D provided food assistance as well as other support after the earthquake to help people survive the winter challenges.

TUESDAY, APRIL 23rd, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather at 7:00 - 6:30 for dinner.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will meet at 9:30

COMING UP …

MONDAY, MAY 6th, 20214 - 7:00 - 9:00 Congregation Meeting – Visioning for the Future

WEDNESDAY, MAY 15th, 2024 - Coffee House 7:30 - 9:30

SUNDAY, MAY 19th, 2024 - Jazz Service

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - 10:00 – 4:00 - Arts & Artisans Show

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - 7:00 – 9:00 - Spring Thaw Concert

MORE:

My daughter was absent yesterday because she was tired. She spent the weekend with the marines.

Please excuse Mary for being absent yesterday. She was in bed with Gramps.

Gloria was absent yesterday as she was having a gangover….

Have a good week MB

FRIDAY, APRIL 12th, 2024 - “Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, you have to s tart young.” Fred Astaire

SUNDAY, APRIL 14th, 2024 - Join us for morning worship at 10:00 – Rev. Katherine McCloskey leading. We will celebrate communion.

MISSION CAPSULE: With support from Presbyterians Sharing … Two Rivers Church in Guelph, Ontario is exploring creative new ways of being the church. Two values that support their purpose of “inviting all to come alive in Christ” are “face-to-face church” and “every voice matters”. These commitments have literally shaped the way the congregation worships God. TRC”s Living Room and Liturgical practices invite people into circles and semi circles to be seen and heard. Opportunity for conversation, asking and answering questions, offering testimony and sharing in discernment of the Spirit’s voice creates space for the whole body of Christ to participate in worship and mission.

TUESDAY, APRIL 16th, 2024 - Theology on Tap will gather at 7:30

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17th, 2024 - Beaches Prayer Group will gather at 9:30

COMING UP: MAY 25th, 2024 - Beaches Art Show & Sale 10:00 – 4:00

SATURDAY, MAY 25th, 2024 - Spring Thaw Concert

PENTACOST SUNDAY - Jazz service

MORE FROM THE PARENTS NOTES –

Please excuse Jimmy for being – it was his father’s fault….

I kept Billie home because she had to go Christmas shopping because I don’t know what size she wears ….

Please excuse Jennifer for missing school yesterday. We forgot to get the Sunday paper off the porch and when we found it on Monday it was Sunday ….

Sally won’t be in school a week from Friday. We have to attend her funeral….

Have a good week - MB