King's Corners

King City United Church

Submitted by

Shirley Burton

"Then they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their garments on it, and He sat on it. And many spread their garments on the road, and others cut down leafy branches from the trees and spread them on the road. Then those who went before and those followed cried out, saying: 'Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord'. Blessed is the kingdom of our father David, that comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!" Mark 11:7-10.

Church announcements

Next week's reflection will be Much-needed sustaining prayer, based on Luke 22:24-27,39-46.

Bible Challenge 2 — Pick up your syllabus today. It's not too late to start. This coming week, we will be reading within Isaiah, Chapters 12-18.

The Youth Group will be hosting their annual Palm Sunday pancake breakfast April 5 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. The cost will be $5 for adults and $12 for family.

Next Thursday (April 9) Maundy Thursday, we will share an informal commemoration of Jesus' Last Supper, at 7 p.m.

Easter, April 12, will be a good day to get up early. This year, it will be King City United's turn to host the annual Easter Sunrise Service for King City. We will gather for a special, joyous celebration at 7 a.m. Pastor Bob would appreciate having a few more volunteer helpers, for readings, coffee, juice and muffins.

May 3 is the anniversary Sunday. Please plan to bring a lunch and stay after church to enjoy a concert. We are looking for performers who are interested in celebrating with their musical or dramatic talents. Speak to Dave Jeanneret or Ingrid Elliott.

Please note: The date of the Anniversary Tea has been changed to May 2, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. It will feature a display of antique hats, gloves and scarves. Please speak to Betty Beaton if you have any of these accessory items or to volunteer to help with the Tea.

Reminder to anyone tasking digital pictures of Church events — please consider sending them to Wayne Smith at jwsmith@sympatico.ca

Information to be included in the local papers may be directed to Shirley Burton at (905) 787-1591.

The secretary Nancy is in the office Tuesdays, Wednesday and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The office can be reached at (905) 833-5181 or at kcuc@bellnet.ca

Visit the Web site at www.kcuc.ca

King City United Church is one block south of King Road and one block east of Keele Street, at 50 Elizabeth Grove. We invite all to join us Sunday mornings for the 10 a.m. religious service, and children's Sunday school is at the same time. Friendly fellowship and refreshments follows the service and Sunday school.

All Saints' Anglican Church

Submitted by

Claire Alexander

Thrilled with the warming sun, and spring bulbs poking up, we can identify with the excitement of festive crowds pouring in to Jerusalem, as Jesus rode in on a donkey's colt, to cheering hosannas. Here, at All Saints' this Sunday (April 5), with Holy Week beginning meet at 8 a.m. in the chape,l; or join the Palm Sunday procession with palms at 10:30 a.m. In the pageant reading, Alex Ogden will take the role of Caiaphas, the high priest. When coffee hour follows, join us to wish him God's blessing, and celebrate his 90th birthday.

This coming Tuesday (April 7), come to watch the movie The Gospel of John, narrated by Christopher Plummer, on the big screen at 7 p.m.

Maundy Thursday (April 9), at 7 p.m., is the symbolic footwashing, as we recall how Jesus washed the disciples' feet at the Last Supper, and left us a commandment to love one another. Sharon Rowlandson will bring the homily.

The Good Friday Solemn Liturgy is sung at noon April 10. Come and be moved by the reading of the betrayal and passion of Jesus, by silence for reflection and by the beautiful music brought to us by an enhanced choir.

Rev. Chris Carter invites all to an earlier Good Friday ecumenical service, with a cantata, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 13190 Keele St.,

Holy Saturday, April 11, meet at All Saints' at 7:30 p.m., to carpool to the Easter Vigil. We'll meet in the rich warmth of the L'Arche Community, Richmond Hill, with those who, despite major handicaps, bless us by their faith, at 11339 Yonge St. (east side).

April 12, enjoy the community's short 7 a.m. outdoor, ecumenical Easter Sunrise Service, at King City United Church, when the Rev. Bob Biggar invites you to share Easter joy. Return to All Saints' for 8 or 10:30 a.m., Easter Sunday, to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus Christ with Rev. Nicola Skinner. At 10:30, with a nursery available, enjoy pipe organ and choir, and Holy Communion open to all. Feel free to return to church for Easter. Stay for coffee, introduce yourself and meet new friends.

Drop off white elephant and boutique items until April 11 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday to Friday), for the famous April 25 Rummage Sale, and help sort Tuesday mornings.

Kingfest brings the Elmer Iseler Singers May 3, at 3 p.m.

All Saints' 25th Annual Ladies' Dinner is May 14, with Chef Ian Rodger of the Granite Club. Reserve your tickets.

Find All Saints' Anglican Church, 12935 Keele St., at www.allsaintskingcity.com. Office hours are Tuesday to Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. If you would like special prayer, or a hospital visit, contact Rev. Nicola Skinner at (905) 833-5432, or allsaintsrev@bellnet.ca

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church

Submitted by

Kathy Patterson

St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church invites you to join us this Easter.

This Sunday we welcome you to our Palm Sunday worship service at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday school and nursery care are provided. The Choir will be singing Hosanna in the Streets from the Easter Cantata, and Come, Touch the Robe by Pepper Choplin.

This beautiful Easter Cantata will be performed at the Community Good Friday Service at St. Andrew's April 10 at 9:30 a.m.

The Maundy Thursday Service is at 7:30 p.m., April 9. Easter Sunday will be celebrated with Communion at our worship service at 10:30 a.m.

The Saturday morning work parties continue to transform the upper classroom. Can you lend a hand at cleaning and priming the walls? Teenagers, do you need volunteer hours? We are eagerly looking forward to seeing the new paint and carpet.

The Teens Group is planning its schedule. Speak to Pastor Chris or Bethany Scheuring. The Busy Moms had a great Bible study last Monday. Miriam Carter is the contact person re upcoming events.

Mark your calendars — Showers of Blessings is coming in early May (date to be released soon).

Also, the Auxiliary and Missions group is hosting a Trunk and Bake Sale in the church parking lot May 30 from 9 a.m. to noon. If you have a craft or "treasures" to sell from your trunk and want to reserve a spot, contact the church office. The cost is $20 per vehicle.

Please contact the church office at (905) 833-2325 should you have any questions, concerns, prayer or praise items or should you need a ride.

Seniors' euchre

The top player among the ladies March 20 euchre play at King City Seniors' Centre was Anne Warner (57 points), followed by Dot Cloutier and Mary O'Brien (55) and Milla Eigelshoven (33).

At the men's tables, things were led by Gord Fawcett (58), followed by Cliff Kettlewell (57) and Dorothy Gillies (37).

Draw winners were Cliff Kettlewell, Ron Coles and Marilyn Munroe.

The next euchre evening will be April 3, starting at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome.

King Bible Church

Overtimers

Submitted by

Lisa Lethangue

Join us April 14 at 1 p.m.

Jenny Drake (missionary on furlough) will be speaking and singing for our enjoyment. She will also be sharing of her new missions venture.

All are welcome. Refreshments are provided. Call King Bible Church with any questions at (905) 833- 5104.

Murder Mystery Dinner

Theatre April 25

Get your tickets now for an entertaining evening of whodunit fun at the King City Seniors' Center.

The cost is $25 per person and includes a delicious dinner with all the trimmings. For information and tickets, call Vince Cancelli at (905) 833-6305.