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All Saints' Anglican Church
Submitted by Claire Alexander

Rev. Nicola Skinner and the congregation thank all who enriched All Saints' sesquicentennial anniversary Sunday. The sermon of our former incumbent, Bishop George Elliott, gave a sense of continuity, as he reminded us of our spiritual history and outreach, and asked God's blessing on Christmas shoeboxes, well in excess of the goal of 150, now sent on their way.

The mosaic of worship sprang to life as Jan Rakovsky inspired a liturgical dance, and Michael Leach led the soaring choir with the full range of the upgraded organ, funded by the Burns Trust, in memory of Charles and Janet Burns. Organ builder John Struve, rebuilding the entire organ, started with the beautiful outer console and keyboards found in the U.S. By building the inner works and connecting the third keyboard, or choir manual, he not only has added a trumpet and various stops, but has also linked a further 366 pipes and the supporting woodchest or base, obtained from the Sisterhood of St. John the Divine upon their relocation.

Local residents interested in King City history may drop by during office hours for a free 1982 copy of the 125th Anniversary book, with the new updated supplement.

Regular services will be held Remembrance Day (Nov. 11), meeting at 8 a.m. in the Chapel and at 10:30 a.m. in the Church. The next monthly men's breakfast takes place downstairs between the services at 9.15 a.m. All males are welcome.

Nov. 18 we celebrate the unusual occurrence of baptizing two sets of twins, grandsons of Leah and Michael Springford, and granddaughters of Lynda and Bill Fines.

Nov. 23, we are having a party - a free Barn Dance with a beef stew supper to celebrate our anniversary. Please call the church if you intend to join us.

Tuesday movie nights on modern day saints start Nov. 13 at 7 p.m., with Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a courageous leader who lost his life under Hitler.

Alternate Tuesdays the Crafters meet for coffee from 9:30 until 11:30 a.m. to chat and finish projects. The next meeting is Nov. 20, and all are welcome.

Wednesday mornings (enter by the east or office door) drop in for community prayer from 9 to 9:50 a.m.; or discuss the Lectionary readings from 10 to 11 a.m.

Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. the choir invites you to practise Christmas music.

All Saints' Anglican Church, at 12935 Keele St. in King City, is a few doors south of King Road. Office hours are Tuesday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Contact Rev. Skinner at (905) 833-5432, or e-mail allsaints@eol.ca. www.allsaintskingcity. com

Bus trip to Casino Rama

A senior bus trip to Casino Rama is planned for Nov. 17.

The cost is $30, and that includes a Chinese or Canadian buffet dinner, and round-trip bus ride. it will leave Highway 400 and King Road at 2:30 p.m., returning from Rama at 10 p.m. For tickets, call (905) 833-2014.

This event is in support of the NobleKing major novice hockey.

Antique Road Show

at Seniors' Centre

Have you ever wondered what that antique or heirloom in your home is really worth? Well, here's your chance to find out.

The King City Seniors' Centre will be hosting a special Antique Evaluation Day Nov. 9 from 1 to 4 p.m. Bring in any antique and have a professional appraiser give you an opinion on its value. The cost is $5 per item and everyone is invited.

For inquiries contact Vince Cancelli at (905) 833- 6305.

King City United Church

Submitted by

Shirley Burton

A warm welcome is extended to the surrounding community from King City United Church, proclaiming the good news of God's Love, through Jesus Christ.

If anyone is new to the community, King City United Church is one block south of the King Road and one block east of Keele Street, at 50 Elizabeth Grove.

Sunday morning services, including Sunday school for the children, start at 10 a.m. The children participate in the early part of the morning services and then go to Sunday school to learn about the Bible and Jesus's life. Fellowship and refreshments follow the services at 11 a.m. for all.

Next week's reflection is to be A Christian Response to Danger, based on Luke 8:22-25. All are invited to gather in the parlour after worship to discuss this function. It is not too late to join in our project of getting reacquainted with Jesus, God's special son.

The King Township Food Bank is in need of the following items: Nov. 11 - Christmas items (cookies, treats, etc.); Nov. 18- oatmeal; Nov. 25- side dishes, (potato, pasta or rice); Dec. 2 - powdered milk. Please note the last distribution day before Christmas is to be Nov. 24.

Christmas items are requested early to make sure they get to our patrons in time for the holidays. Your assistance is greatly appreciated.

You are invited to come and celebrate with Rena Gordon on the occasion of her 90th birthday Nov. 17 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Church. No gifts please, but a donation for the food bank will be appreciated.

For further information, call Debbie Howe at (905) 833-6389.

Tickets for this year's Men's Dinner, which takes place Nov. 23 and 24, are now available at a cost of $25 per person from Alan Henderson at (905) 833- 5047, John Kell at (905) 833-6432 or any member of the chorus.

The "everything sale," for the northern school that was burned to the ground, is to be this Saturday (Nov. 10), at the Church, and all items that can be donated for the sale will be very much appreciated. For information regarding the sale, please call Sheryl Sinka at (905) 833- 6233.

It is now that time of the year, once again, to start thinking of sharing our abundance with others during the Christmas season. Margaret Swanson, a parishioner of King City United, operates a program to sponsor families in need. Those who join in with her are called the Christmas Angels. Anyone interested in becoming a Christmas Angel is asked to call Margaret at (905) 737- 9887 or e-mail to christmasangels@ look.ca

For further information regarding the Church, phone (905) 833-5181; e-mail to kcuc@bellnet.ca or visit the Web site at www.kcuc.ca

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

Submitted by Kathy

Patterson

Whether you are new to the neighbourhood, visiting King City or an old friend, St. Andrew's welcomes you!

This Saturday (Nov. 10), The Marion Singers (a renowned a capella ensemble) will present their beautiful Remembrance Day theme concert. All are welcome to join us for a lovely evening of choral music at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10, and there is no cost for children 12 years and younger. Stay for refreshments and a chance to chat with the Singers.

Also Saturday the Ignite the Light DVD series on Evangelism starts. Join us at 10 a.m. in the lounge. Coffee will be waiting.

Mark your calendar for Christmas in the Country, which is coming to St. Andrew's Nov. 24 from 1 to 3 p.m. There will be lovely handcrafted Christmas decorations, presents and of course delicious baking and preserves. Bring your friends, order your poinsettias, and have coffee and goodies as you shop for that special gift.

Our Sunday worship services are at 10:30 a.m. with Sunday school and nursery care provided. Prayer and Praise takes place Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. in the pastor's study.

Call the church at (905) 833-2325 for more information, prayer requests or if a ride is needed.