Upcoming Events and Notices

Until Nov. 12: Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes. Each year OCC partners with the local church worldwide to collect shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items for needy children around the world. For details on how to participate, visit the shoeboxes program page on the Haliburton United Church website. Packed boxes are due back to the church by Sunday, November 12.

Saturday, November 4: Christmas Sale and Silent Auction from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the lower level of the Glecoff’s building at 187 Highland Street, Haliburton. Featuring select products by Cedar Mountain. All proceeds to the Pregnancy Care and Family Support Centre. For more information call 705-457-4673.

Saturday, November 11: Men’s Breakfast and Fellowship at 8:30 a.m. All men are welcome. Those unable to attend are invited to read and meditate on the selected scripture over breakfast at home.

Friday, November 17: Elvis in Concert — fundraiser for Haliburton United Church at 7:00 p.m. at the church. Garry Wesley, award-winning Elvis Presley tribute artist, sings your favourite songs and Gospel standards. Tickets are $30.00, available at the church or by calling the church office at 705-457-1891.

• Refreshments needed: If you are able to provide cookies or squares for this event, please fill out the information on the sign-up board at Haliburton UC as soon as possible.

Tuesdays: The Ecumenical Bible Study group has resumed meetings on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom. The group will use the simple Ignacious method of reading and praying with the scripture. If you would be interested in joining the group online, let Jean Tyler know by calling 705-457-2214.

Two Wednesdays/month: Women to Women Bible Study. The group has resumed meetings online at on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month via Zoom. Please note the start time has changed to 3:00 p.m. For more information email Lisa.

Current Events and Notices

Monthly mission for October for Haliburton UC: Scott Mission. For details and to learn how to donate, visit the Monthly Missions page on the HUC website.

Monthly mission for November for Haliburton UC: Mercy Ships. For details and to learn how to donate, visit the Monthly Missions page on the HUC website.

Sundays: Regular services at all churches and online via live stream on YouTube at 11:15 a.m.

Tuesdays: Minds in Motion from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Haliburton UC. The next session will break for the holidays after December 12. This Alzheimer’s Society program is designed to provide physical activity and mental and social stimulation. $30/couple for 8 weeks. Call Jennifer at 705-748-5131 x225.

Tuesdays: The Ecumenical Bible Study group meets from 7:00 to 8:00 pm on Zoom. The group is using simple Ignacious method of reading and praying with the scripture. If you would be interested in joining the group online, let Jean Tyler know by calling 705-457-2214.

Wednesdays: Women to Women Bible Study. The group meets online at 3:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month via Zoom. For more information email Lisa.

Sunday School: A selection of lessons and interactive materials is available for download on the Sunday School page for use at home to encourage kids in their faith. Classes are on hiatus.

Mission & Service stories show how your contributions to the M&S program of the United Church of Canada are making a difference. You can view them via our posts or by visiting the Mission & Service page.

Devotions: To read notes of encouragement for a strong foundation, go to haliburtonpastoralcharge.com/devotions or view them via our posts.

Ways to give: To provide an offering to any of our churches, write a cheque to that church and mail it to:

Haliburton Pastoral Charge
Box 281
Haliburton, ON K0M 1S0

Please ensure you have used the correct PO box number. Haliburton UC also supports electronic funds transfers and PAR (pre-authorized remittance). Please note that Haliburton UC has a new email address for giving. For more details, go to the Giving page at haliburtonpastoralcharge.com or haliburtonuc.com. Thank you!

HPC website: You can stay up to date on HPC happenings at haliburtonpastoralcharge.com.

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