CEM Weekly Announcements

Introduction from New CEM President

2012-01-26T12:34:00.001-05:00

Pastors and Congregational Leaders:

It is with great enthusiasm and a loving spirit that I wish to introduce myself to those of you who know little or nothing of me.

I have been a part of the Canada East Mission staff since my appointment on

July 1, 2011 as Operations Manager to lead the logistics and budget for the Canadian National Video/Conference scheduled for June 16th, 2012. My responsibilities have involved many aspects of the CEM and I have been impressed with the programs, local initiatives, the people in leadership roles and the good spirit that resides throughout this Mission.

I was born in Chatham, raised in the church, baptised at the age of eight and then married the daughter of Maitland Street’s pastor, John E. Campbell. Nancy and I made our first home in early 1979 in Edmonton Alberta. I was ordained a Deacon in the Kensington Congregation in 1980. Employment searching brought us along with our two sons back to Ontario where we settled in Guelph in late 1983. While in Guelph our daughter was born in 1985.

I worked for a Consulting Engineering firm with emphasis in Environmental Testing with simulation of wind, snow and sun-shade. This career opportunity had positioned me to be part of the wind study on the Church’s Temple in Independence. I shared my experience which I will never forget with an article in the Herald. Since our children have a tendency for us to become involved, I was elected a Public School Board Trustee representing the City of Guelph from 1988-1991. The French Immersion program was part of my voice as I stood for future opportunity for the next generation.

I was called to the office of Priest in 1988 and then to Elder in 1994 in the Guelph Congregation. I was involved in various Leadership roles in the Guelph church as well as being their Pastor for several years.

I would think that you have sensed how much the church plays a role in my life. By using the term “Church”, I mean the people and my personal Lord and Saviour. God has now called me again from my comfort zone. I have been called to be a Leader, in this Mission of this church in this capacity. I feel that this is a new calling for me and that I am capable. However, like anything else in life, we require loving support, understanding, patience and a collective unified approach in order to see things accomplished with a will and determination, and in the name of the One we serve.

It is so motivating to hear and see many people gathering in the name of Christ. All members of our community are encouraged to be a beacon that collectively becomes that Christ- like signal in the community in which we find ourselves.

The Spirit of the Lord is upon us, upon YOU. That same Spirit that created our teacher, our friend and our saviour is the same Spirit that created each one of us. God values each person, and has created each one with purpose and in God’s divine image and likeness. Wow.

How can we keep from singing? Make your joyful noise and be part of that “Signal Community” that expresses the Peace of Christ in a world that struggles and is contrary to God’s will for creation.

We, yes YOU are called to change lives, one life at a time. Let the January rains be a symbol to all, God’s cleansing. Let the collecting flakes of snow be a reminder of the mighty power and mystery of our Creator, the majestic God that loves us. Let the seasons change, reflecting new growth, new leaves and new life unseen before. Let the beauty of Easter Lilies be a reflection of why Christ died on a cross and a reminder of life and purpose yet to be lived. Find that purpose in your life by kneeling before your God and start fresh, the commitment to serve the One that gives life, even everlasting life.

May this be a year of multiplying ministry, a year where you find peace and love and joy. May you seek to bring not only these, but hope to others in the name of the One you serve. Do “what matters most” and be about God’s business. Take the initiative to fulfil the Mission of Jesus. Understand “the enduring principles” as encouraged by the leaders of this great faith. Listen, and hear Jesus in your life.

May God add his blessings to our community in the Canada East Mission.

http://www.giveyourten.org/

Tim Stanlick, CEM President
tim@communityofchrist.ca
(888) 411-7537 #32

LaSalle Rd. Valentines Roast Beef Dinner

2012-01-26T12:30:00.000-05:00

Valentines Day Roast Beef Dinner
Proceeds to go to the LCCVI Highschool Breakfast program
Tuesday February 14, 2012 6:00pm
LaSalle Road Community of Christ Church (corner of Brigden Road and LaSalle Line)
Cost - $10.00 for adults - reservation / $12.00 at the door no reservation / $ 5.00 Children (5-11)
Menu Includes:
Roast Beef and Potatoes with gravy
Two vegetables
Vegetable tray and roll
Special Valentine’s Day Dessert
Water/Tea/Coffee

For reservations contact:
Kelly Knight 519 882-8741 or k_knightjets@msn.com
Janet Eves 519 864-1271 or janeteves@aol.com

Apostle Susan Skoor Speaks on Prayer

2012-01-10T13:07:00.000-05:00

Click here to see Apostle Susan Skoor’s National Conference Video “Prayer”

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You’re invited to join our Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference Page

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IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT

2011-12-21T17:54:00.000-05:00

On December 21st, 2011, World Church Human Resource Ministries office released the following information.

Carman W. Thompson, World Church Minister, Field Appointee, has taken on the role of Assistant to the Apostle, Canada and Pacific Mission Field, and Mission Center Missionary Coordinator, Canada East Mission Center, effective January 1, 2012. We look forward to Carman’s continued ministry.

We would like to welcome Timothy J. Stanlick, World Church Minister, Field Appointee, to the role of Mission Center President, Canada East Mission Center, effective January 1, 2012. We look forward to Tim’s ministry in his new role.

Please join us in welcoming Tim to his new role as CEM President, and Carman to his as CEM Mission Coordinator.


The Canada East Mission office wishes each of you a wonderful and safe Christmas season and all the happiness and health in 2012.

                                  MERRY CHRITMAS

World Accord Christmas Sale Drop In

2011-12-09T13:01:00.001-05:00

World Accord's Annual Christmas Sale and Drop In:

Amazing food (Haitian pumpkin soup anyone?)
GORGEOUS fair trade hand made items from cooperatives in Nepal and Central America,
plus fair trade and organic goodies for sale--excellent stocking stuffers.

DATE: Wednesday Dec 14th from 11:30 - 2 pm We supply lunch.

WHERE: 185 Frobisher Drive in Waterloo --

for Peace and Prosperity
David Barth, Executive Director
World Accord 1C - 185 Frobisher Dr.
Waterloo, ON N2V 2E6 CANADA

CEM Disciple Formation Team

2011-12-05T10:24:00.001-05:00

Are you looking for resources or ideas for your Sunday school class? Have you thought of starting a small group but didn't where to start? Are you wondering what to read to further your own spiritual development? A new CEM Disciple Formation Team has been established to help you find exactly those kinds of resources. Why not check out the team's new webpage at http://www.communityofchrist.ca/index.php/cem/cemdft ?

Hamilton Christmas Service

2011-12-01T10:51:00.001-05:00

Blue Christmas Service at the Hamilton Congregation
Monday, December 5th 7:00 p.m.
Bring a candle to light, a picture to put on our board or just bring yourself.
Refreshments to follow.
For more info contact Susan at markhare@mountaincable.net or Mary/Russ at mpirie@cogeco.ca

NATIONAL CONFERENCE VIDEO #2

2011-11-28T12:15:00.001-05:00

Click here to see Apostle Susan Skoor’s National Conference Video “Facilitators”

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You’re invited to join our Community of Christ – Canadian National Conference Page… and tell your friends!

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The 2012 Canadian National Conference
"Get in on the Conversation”

CONGREGATIONS ON THE CEM WEBSITE

2011-11-17T14:54:00.001-05:00

Are you looking for better ways to connect with members and friends of the Community of Christ in North America and around the world? Are you curious about how to make your congregation more visible on the web? Do you want to invite people to church through online tools? If you answered yes to any of the above questions, the help is here for you!

James Clark of the GTA-West congregation has offered to help all congregations to be more visible in the online world. James is well-versed in the use of Social Media, including Facebook, Twitter and Email newsletters. James is willing to show you some of the things that he has done for the Wiarton Congregation and show how it can help your congregations in mission. Most importantly, James is willing to help facilitate the development and maintenance of these three tools for your congregation. There is no charge for this service.

To become a social media guru, to find out how James can help or to get more information, please contact James at: jamesweclark@gmail.com

James can also be reached on Twitter@jamesweclark or on Skype at jamesweclark.

2012 NATIONAL CONFERENCE

2011-11-10T15:38:00.000-05:00

Good News! Now iPhone, iPad, and MAC users can see Apostle Susan Skoor’s National Conference Videos.

Follow the link above.......Wait a moment for the image to appear...........Click on the arrow

Voila!

Plus, now you can download the videos to your computer or device to play for your congregation or those without internet access. Follow the directions on our site.

The 2012 Canadian National Conference and “Get in on the Conversation”

FILL THE CHURCH - OWEN SOUND (not Wiarton)

2011-11-03T09:41:00.000-04:00

MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDARS!!!!

On December 18, 2011, Jim Poirier will be the guest speaker at the Owen Sound Community of Christ, 2555 Eighth Ave. W. This is one of the only engagements that Jim is able to keep this year, so we want to “Fill the Church” as it were, to make sure Jim is given a warm and large welcome. Remember – we do not know how often we will see Jim, what with his new assignment and all.

Anyone and everyone can be a part of this special day. We want everyone from the Mighty Waters Mission circle to join us (Collingwood, Port Elgin, Wiarton) as well as other congregations that know Jim. This includes: - Proton, - Grand Valley, - Kitchener, - Guelph

Anyone that is willing to drive to Owen Sound to be a part of this special day is welcome.

Following the service we will be having a Pot Luck lunch, so bring something to share. We will also have a greetings box for those who would like to give Jim best wishes in the future.

We want to utilize the “Invite someone to Church” mission initiative to Fill the Church on December 18, 2011. For more information or to find directions to the Owen Sound Congregation, please contact Jan Bruce or Linda Porter. You can also find the Owen Sound congregation by visiting their Canada East Mission Page at communityofchrist.ca.

Who will you invite to church on December 18???

FILL THE CHURCH - WIARTON

2011-11-02T13:05:00.000-04:00

MARK IT ON YOUR CALENDARS!!!!

On December 18, 2011, Jim Poirier will be the guest speaker at the Owen Sound Congregation. This is one of the only engagements that Jim is able to keep this year, so we want to “Fill the Church” as it were, to make sure Jim is given a warm and large welcome. Remember – we do not know how often we will see Jim, what with his new assignment and all.

Anyone and everyone can be a part of this special day. We want everyone from the Mighty Waters Mission circle to join us (Collingwood, Port Elgin, Wiarton) as well as other congregations that know Jim. This includes:

- Proton

- Grand Valley

- Kitchener

- Guelph

Anyone that is willing to drive to Owen Sound to be a part of this special day is welcome.

Following the service we will be having a Pot Luck lunch, so bring something to share. We will also have a greetings box for those who would like to give Jim best wishes in the future.

We want to utilize the “Invite someone to Church” mission initiative to Fill the Church on December 18, 2011. For more information or to find directions to the Owen Sound Congregation, please contact Jan Bruce or Linda Porter. You can also find the Owen Sound congregation by visiting their Canada East Mission Page at communityofchrist.ca.

Who will you invite to church on December 18???

CANADIAN NATIONAL CONFERENCE JUNE 16, 2012

2011-10-25T12:51:00.000-04:00

We’re having a Canadian National Conference on June 16th 2012!

Find out about the topics that will be discussed, get the tools to help you with your decision making process and find out which satellite location is nearest you. Apostle Susan Skoor will present you with a new thought each month until the conference begins so you can make informed decisions and make your voice heard.

Click here to see Apostle Susan Skoor’s video invitation http://www.communityofchrist.ca/index.php/what-we-do/cdnconf/cnc-videos

“Get in on the conversation”

CORINTH 135TH ANNIVERSARY

2011-10-11T13:21:00.000-04:00

CORINTH COMMUNITY OF CHRIST (54246 Eden Line) celebrates it's 135th ANNIVERSARY

SAT. NOV. 5, 2011
CLASS – 1:00 PM
KINSHIP MEAL (Ham & Scalloped Potatoes) 5:00 PM
($10.00/adults; $25.00/family
Please RSVP by Oct. 30th – rcbrooks@amtelecom.net or 519-765-1247)
CELEBRATION SERVICE – 7:00 PM

SUN. NOV. 6, 2011
SPECIAL SERVICE – 10:30 AM
RECEPTION LUNCH following the service
GUEST MINISTRY for the Weekend
Our Mission Advocates JOHN & TARA NICHOLS

Contact: Cheryl Brooks 519-765-1247 or e-mail: rcbrooks@amtelecom.net

CORINTH ANNUAL ROAST BEEF SUPPER

2011-10-11T13:15:00.000-04:00

ROAST BEEF SUPPER, CORINTH COMMUNITY OF CHRIST # 54246 EDEN LINE
WED. OCTOBER 26, 2011 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
ADULTS $ 12.00 / 6-12 YRS. $ 6.00 / 5 & UNDER FREE
TICKETS AT THE DOOR
INFO – Isabella 519-842-3849 or Cheryl 519-765-1247

ORDINATION CONSIDERATIONS FOR CEM CONFERENCE 2011

2011-10-07T10:12:00.001-04:00

Friends,

I am pleased to announce that the following members of Canada East Mission have accepted calls to the ministry of High Priest in Community of Christ.

Paul Fitzgeorge
Pamela Mooney
John Nichols
Joan Thompson

Each of these four has received the necessary approval for their call from the First Presidency and the Council of Twelve. Their calls will be considered at the Canada East Mission Conference on October 16 of this year. A service of ordination is also being planned to occur at the conference.

I invite your prayerful consideration and support for these persons. Each of the candidates is already fully engaged in roles appropriate to a High Priest within the mission centre, either as a Mission Advocate or Mission Advocate Team Leader. Their gifts and skills are already a blessing to the church.

I look forward to working together with them and with you during the years to come.

Susan Skoor
Apostle
Canada and the Pacific Field

HERALDS FROM OCT 1959

2011-09-26T14:49:00.000-04:00

Looking for a particular Herald or article in an old Herald, Clair Shepherdson has all of the Heralds from October 1959 to date in cardbord or plastic filefolders and they are in sequence. If any congregation or person could use these, he is prepared to box them up and ship them almost anywhere, if they are needed and could be useful. Please call Clair at (705) 647-7200

60th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

2011-09-26T10:29:00.000-04:00

Roy and Betty Hillis are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary Saturday, October 1, 2011 at an open house from 2-4 pm, Orangeville and District Senior's Centre (26 Bythia St, Orangeville). All are welcome to come with best wishes to help celebrate this happy event.

Elders Temple School Course

2011-09-21T10:53:00.000-04:00

Scarborough Community of Christ, 10 Eppleworth Rd. will be holding the Elders Temple School course on Friday Oct 21 (7-9) and Saturday Oct 22 (9-4:30). Don Robb is teaching the course and the cost is $20.00.
Please contact Linda Armstrong (416) 261-3419 or e-mail at lindaa.scarborough@gmail.com

90th BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

2011-09-16T12:07:00.000-04:00

All are invited to join in celebrating the 90th birthday of Roy Castle
September 25, 2011 from 2-4pm at the Friends Over 55 Social Club located at 554 Fielden Ave. in
Port Colborne. Hope to see you there.

Grand Valley Fish Fry

2011-09-12T10:16:00.000-04:00

The Grand Valley congregation located on Mill St. is holding it's Annual Fish Fry on Wednesday, September 28, starting at 4:30pm. Full course dinner for only $12.50 for adults and $6.00 for students under the age of 12 and preschooler's are free. Contact for this event is Delbert & Diane Franks (519) 940-8660. Reservations not required.

CD's for GOLD HYMNBOOK

2011-07-12T10:44:00.000-04:00

We have a new congregation starting in New Brunswich who would like to have a set of CDs for the Gold Hymnbook. The CDs are no longer in print and not available from Herald House. If anyone has a set they no longer use they would appreciate them very much. Please contact Cheryl at the CEM office at 888-411-7537 #21 or e-mail cheryl@communityofchrist.ca

Operations Manager Appointment at CEM

2011-06-24T16:27:00.000-04:00

June 24, 2011

Dear Members and Friends of Canada East Mission,

It is with great joy that I announce a new addition to the CEM staff. Elder Tim Stanlick of the Guelph congregation is joining our team effective July 1, 2011. Tim has been assigned the role of Operations Manager.

Tim’s first task will be to assemble a cross-Canada team to plan and organize the many details of the June 16, 2012 Canadian National Conference. Over time, he will also take over some of the responsibilities that currently fall on the desk of the Mission President. This will allow me to work more effectively on the goals outlined in the 2020 Vision first presented at the 2009 Mission Conference.

Tim’s business career as well as his experience in ministry, including time in pastoral leadership, have prepared him well for this role. All of us in the office are excited to welcome Tim, and look forward to working with him. His positive outlook, thoughtful approach, and calm manner will be a blessing to Canada East Mission.

Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Tim as we continue our quest to fulfill the Mission of Jesus Christ.

Carman Thompson
Mission President

Grand Valley Strawberry Festival

2011-06-14T09:26:00.000-04:00

On July 1-3, the Town of Grand Valley and area is celebrating it's 150 th ANNIVERSARY

Community of Christ, Mill St. is hosting it's annual Strawberry Festival supper at this event on Friday, July 1, starting at 4 pm with numerous sittings. All are welcome to join in this celebration of food and fellowship. $12.50 /adult, $5/child, preschoolers free. Contact Diane Franks (519) 940-8660 or e-mail: dfranks1@sympatico.ca

Kirtland Temple 175th

2011-06-07T11:20:00.000-04:00

The following information is made available by the Community of Christ Historic Sites Foundation. A digital video of the 175th anniversary service at Kirtland Temple is now available online! Follow the links below to a transcript of President Veazey’s address and a link to the video (from the Community of Christ website).
http://www.historicsitesfoundation.org/page.do?act=lo&page=Veazey_Address_at_the_175th_Anniversary