Hear some of what went on at the Copenhagen conference

March 2nd at 7 p.m. at the King City Library, all are invited to attend an evening with Miranda Hussey about her experience as a delegate with a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) at the recent UN Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen. She will talk about the goals of the conference, the role of NGO delegates, the outcome, and other countries’ perception of Canada.

Following the presentation, there will be an open discussion on the impacts of climate change and what can be done to stop it. As well, there will be an opportunity for questions.

King City United Church

Submitted by

Shirley Burton

“Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:6, 7

Church Announcements

Next week’s reflection will be “Appearance,” based on Luke 9:28-43.

Bible Challenge 3 — This week, we will be reading Nehemiak 11-13, and Esther 1-4.

Valentine Food Drive — Donations of non-perishable food items will be collected, including chili, canned stews, tomato paste, small peanut butter, canned meats, pasta side dishes, green beans and pasta sauce. Baby items are not a priority at this time.

Mark your calendar for the St. Patrick’s Day Dinner March 19. The cost will be $15 per person and $35 per family, (two adults, two children). See Shirley Scott for tickets.

Please hold the people of Haiti in your prayers. The earthquake has had a devesting effect on this already poverty-stricken nation. In response to this tragedy, the United Church of Canada has launched an emergency appeal, asking all congregations for “donations designated for earthquake relief” and be made either through our local congregation or directly to The United Church of Canada’s national office at 3250 Bloor St. West, Suite 300, Toronto, Ont. M8X 2Y4. In that case, cheques should be made payable to “The United Church of Canada” and marked Haiti Appeal.

Reminder to anyone taking digital pictures of church events; please consider sending them Wayne Smith at jwsmith@sympatico.ca

Information to be included in the local papers may be directed to Shirley Burton at sburton1@aol.com

The secretary Nancy is in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. To reach her, the phone number is (905) 833-5181, send at email to kcuc@bwllnet.ca or visit the Web site at www.kcuc.ca

King City United Church is south of King Road at Keele Street and one block east at 50 Elizabeth Grove. The morning service is from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. The service is followed by tea, coffee and lovely cakes and cookies, and meeting all the members in the auditorium.

All Saints’ Anglican Church

Submitted by

Claire Alexander

Valentine’s Sunday (Feb. 14) begins an important week, as we think about the ways God has blessed us.

Rev. Nicola Skinner related how the vulnerable slip through the cracks, and passed on thanks that the congregation empowers her ministry, as God challenges ours, to bless others.

The young adult Newmarket choir, Voices of Joy, will help us celebrate at Sunday’s 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion service. We look forward with anticipation to this special choir, and share in their joy at Valentine’s, as their singing brings us the real meaning of the day. Let’s greet them over refreshments after. Nursery care is available.

Or, join Morning Prayer at 8 a.m. in the chapel, and stay as parishioners serve a monthly hot breakfast sharp at 9 a.m. for anyone who is hungry.

Shrove Tuesday (Feb. 16), the last evening before Lent begins, drop in for the annual Pancake Supper, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

The cost $15 per family, $5 per person, and children younger than five are free. Join the home Alpha group as they enjoy pancakes first, and then move upstairs at 7 p.m. to watch a DVD with Nicky Gumbel speaking, and to discuss the Christian faith together.

Ash Wednesday (Feb. 17) begins the Easter journey through Lent, with services in the Chapel at noon and at 7 p.m. Children may be absent from school, to carpool (bring lunch) to Schomberg Parish in Lloydtown, 9 to 3:30, for activities related to this High and Holy Day of Christian faith.

Buy a ticket for the Scottish Ceilidh Feb. 26, at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy a Scottish supper, a piper, a Scottish caller for highland dancing, and a traditional pub quiz. Fun for all the family. The cost $20 each for adults and $5 for children.

For this year’s third Friday concert, visit All Saints’ at www.allsaintskingcity. com (click on Concerts). Composer Alexander Rapoport from the Faculty of Music, and Scarborough Campus, University of Toronto, brings outstanding musicians on clarinet, viola, and piano, in addition to acclaimed soprano Melanie Conly, March 5, at 8 p.m. With “Kegelstatt” meaning a bowling alley, Rapoport tells the legend that Mozart, excelling in billiards and ten-pins, actually composed the Kegelstatt Trio – one work on the program – in the bowling alley! He has composed another Trio just for All Saints’.

The church is at 12935 Keele St., just south of King Road, with the office open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Tuesday to Friday.

If you have friends who would like Holy Communion at home, or in a hospital or nursing home, please leave a message for Rev. Nicola Skinner at (905) 833-5432, or send an e-mail to allsaintsrev@ bellnet.ca

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Submitted by

Kathy Patterson

Our February Winter Blues Beater series at St. Andrew’s, called Takin’ Care of Business, starts tonight (Wednesday) at 7:30 p.m. Tom Caldwell, from Caldwell Securities, will be speaking on Takin’ Care of Our Finances. Join us for dessert and then enjoy our special speakers.

Takin’ Care of our Teens will be presented Feb. 17 with Paul Robertson of Youth Unlimited, and Feb. 24 will be Takin’ Care of our Bodies with fitness expert and author Kimberley Payne. Invite your neighbours and friends to hear these experts. Check out our Web site for further information at www.standrews-kingcity.ca

Busy Moms continues to meet to discuss their Love Dare project, based on the movie Fireproof. The next meeting is tomorrow (Thursday) at Miriam’s home at 7:30 p.m. Call Miriam at (905) 833-1475 for further information.

The Men’s Breakfast and discussion for February is to be held at the Sunset Grill, south of Oak Ridges, Feb. 20 at 8 a.m. Questions? Speak with Joe Scheuring or call the church office.

Do you like to sing? The choir is looking for additional voices.

Join us after church Feb. 21 for practice, fun and fellowship. Do you play an instrument? Let us know.

Prayertime continues Sunday mornings before church at 9:15 a.m. All are welcome.

We are looking at having a Ladies’ Morning Prayer Group. Please speak to Kathy Patterson or Janie Brooks.

St. Andrew's will be hosting King City’s World Day of Prayer service, March 5. We hope you can join us.

The Annual General Meeting is Feb. 22 at 7:30 p.m.

This past Sunday, Pastor Chris Carter spoke to us about Faith in the Healer, as we studied Matthew 9:19-26. The sermon series is entitled As One with Authority, and will lead us up to Lent.

Chris invites us “to come and learn at the feet of Jesus.”

We warmly welcome you to join us this Sunday. Our worship service is at 10:30 a.m. with Sunday school and nursery care provided. Please call the church office at (905) 833-2325 or e-mail to chris@standrews-kingcity should you have any questions, concerns, prayer or praise items, or should you require a ride.

Just out, Vacation Bible School Camp is happening again this summer at St. Andrew’s. Mark your calendars and spread the news. it will be July 12 to 16 for children aged four to 12. More information to follow.

Al-Anon and Alateen

available

Has your life been affected by someone else’s drinking?

If so, Al-Anon or Alateen is for you,

Al-Anon Support Group meets at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in King City Thursdays at 8 p.m. The church is at 13190 Keele St.

For more information, call 1-888-425-2666 or go to http://al-anon.alateen.on.ca

King City Seniors

Travel Club

Submitted by Jack Brooks

There are still seats available for two great trips coming up.

Feb. 17, we’ll be attending the Famous People Players Theatre in Toronto for another popular blacklight stage production. The cost is $75 and includes a lunch and dessert.