Bulletin Announcements
October 30, 2011

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The Presbyterian Church in Canada

Welcome to St. Timothy's, 2400 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa

Tel: 733-0131 Fax: 733-7330 E-mail: sttimsoffice@on.aibn.com

Minister: Rev. Alex Mitchell E-mail: sttimothys@on.aibn.com

Music Director & Organist: Louise Thompson .

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Reformation Sunday - October 30, 2011

WELCOME - we gladly welcome all who share in our worship this morning and a special welcome if you are a visitor. New friends are asked to sign our guest book at the front entrance and/or fill out one of the "We would like" sheets which may be found at the back of the Red Psalm books and place on the plate or give to the minister. If you are new to our area we invite you to worship with us regularly. Following the service all present are invited to the lower hall for tea, coffee, juice and conversation.

OUR THANKS TODAY to the following volunteers: Ushering Convener: Doug Simpson Greeting: Hector Allan Hosting coffee: Dolena & Jane Wilson & Mary MacLaren Banking: Lois Hope & Ruth Toller Worship Assistant: Eric Miller Pastoral Care Team Member on duty for November: Shirley MacLeod (613-521-7167) (If you know of anyone in the congregation who is ill or in need of a visit, please let the Pastoral Care member names in the bulletin know.)

CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY: As God's family gathered in this place we call St. Timothy's, we are called to be a community of disciples - followers and learners of Jesus. There is much of value that takes place here. Stewardship of our financial gifts is an important part of our humble path. Good stewards believe giving is an investment, with God's eternal values in mind. The promise we made together at our annual general meeting to give generously to the upkeep and ministry of our church has gone reasonably well this year. Thanks be to God! We find, once again at the end of September, that we have accumulated about 60% of our annual goal. As usual, special envelopes will be provided for second mile gifts so that we might keep our promise to one another - and to our Lord. Let us return generously and cheerfully to God some of that which He has freely given us. We will keep you updated on our progress. 2011 Target: $165,000.00 Progress by Sept. 30: $103,539.00 = 63%

INTERIM OFFERING STATEMENTS for those using envelopes or who are on the PAR programme for the year up to October 9th are now available from the mail slots. Please pick up yours today to save on postage.

BOARD OF MANAGERS meets on Tuesday at 7:30p.m.

REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY: On November 6th we will gather for worship to remember those who have fallen in the service of God and country. You are invited to bring items of remembrance, (photos, medals, etc.) to place on the Communion table before worship. Also paper poppies will be distributed on which you may insert the name of a loved one(s) that you may wish to recall especially. There will be an opportunity during the service to affix those poppies to a wreath being prepared for this purpose. Our Veterans are encouraged to wear their medals.

ELECTION OF ELDERS: On November 6, 2011 a Congregational Meeting will be held with the express intention of electing to the Session of St. Timothy's several new elders. If you plan to approach someone to ask them to consider letting their name stand, please do so soon! Having done that, please let our Clerk of Session, George McCully know. George will be happy to help you complete this simple process. Please be praying for our church, that God might continue to provide us with good and faithful leaders.

WALK FOR WATERCAN DONATIONS: Thank you to all who supported our Walk-a-Thon with donations. We raised $704 toward our WaterCan project. Well done St. Timothy's! Instead of a receipt the amount of your donations will be added to your yearly offerings. If you have any questions please contact Nic Larouche 613-521-4658.

AFTERNOON CIRCLE will meet on Wednesday, November 9th at 1:30p.m. in the Goforth Room. Ernie McArthur will present an account with pictures of his trip with Nic to Newfoundland last summer. Everyone is warmly invited to attend.

CANDY CANE BAZAAR - November 19th...10:30am-1:30pm. It is time to get in gear for our annual Bazaar. Ask yourself what you can do to help! Will it be baking your favourite treats, whipping up a batch of fudge, a few jars of home made relish, something for the deli, donating some gently used Christmas decorations (no lights, please), costume jewellery, books (no magazines or computer books) or other special items for the Treasures room, something special for the silent auction, creating a unique craft, or perhaps you would like to help make and/or serve lunch, work at a booth or be a parking control officer? Or, become one of the unsung heroes behind the scenes by helping with the set-up or take-down. Our Bazaar is most successful when the entire St. Timothy's family contributes and there are opportunities for everyone to contribute. Stay tuned for more information, but in the meantime you can contact Linda Walker, Bazaar Convener at 613-733-7084 or bl.walker@sympatico.ca to offer your help or if you have donations for the silent auction.

There are POSTERS available at the front of the church this morning. Please pick them up and post wherever you can - stores, work, gym, etc.

REDEEMER HIGH SCHOOL, 82 Colonnade Rd. in Nepean, invites interested families to send their senior elementary aged child to our annual Grade 7-8 Day, Wed. November 2. Your child can experience Redeemer and see how we incorporate faith into learning. For more info or to RSVP your child, e-mail: promotion@rchs.on.ca. Redeemer is also hosting an Open House for parents and students on Tuesday, November 22 at 7pm. Come out and meet our teachers, tour our facility, talk to current students and ask us questions! www.rchs.on.ca

ATTENTION: All members of the congregation. The Craft Group has resumed its meetings on Mondays at 2p.m. and would love to have some new members. The Group would welcome contributions of knitted, crocheted, sewn or crafted items for the Craft Table at the annual Candy-Cane Christmas Bazaar to be held on Saturday, November 19th. Please identify source of the article to allow us to acknowledge your contributor. Thanking you in advance. Co-Convenors: Charlotte Craig (613-521-2901) Helen Lee (613-731-8238)

JUST OVER YOUTH (JOY) GROUP: The JOY Group for this new church season has started. Plan on joining us for fun, fellowship and food in the Goforth Room at 10am. Your friends are also welcome. JOY meets on the third Tuesday of every month and mark your calendars with the following date: 15th November There will be no get together in December due to the proximity of Christmas. For more information or to request transportation, please call the church office.

OTTAWA LIFELONG LEARNING: Next Meeting November 8th at 10am. here at St. Timothy's. Doreen Riedel is coming to talk about her father, Captain Harry Larsen, who was the captain of the St. Roch commissioned by the RCMP as a floating detachment in the Arctic service. Our member, Margie Bott, who travelled to Peru to work with a charitable organization, will tell us of her experience.

GLAD TIDINGS MAGAZINE, published by the Women's Missionary Society, is a valuable source of personal inspiration and news of mission and social justice. A sample copy is available in the narthex, Cost is $15.25 (HST included) per year (6 issues). Large print and CD editions are also available. For subscriptions and renewals contact Helen Lee (613-731-8238).

THE ANNUAL ECUMENICAL DAY OF SHARING and Preparation for the World Day of Prayer will be held at Rideau Park United Church on Saturday, Oct. 29 from 9am-12 noon. The focus country for 2012 is Malaysia and the theme is "Let Justice Prevail". All are welcome. For details contact Lise Gauvin at 613-723-0465 or lise.gauvin@rogers.com.

PLOUGHSHARES OTTAWA meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday at 7:30pm at St. Thomas the Apostle Church. The meetings are open to the public. Each meeting includes a short business meeting followed by a guest speaker focusing on an issue related to peace and justice. The meeting concludes with an opportunity for informal discussions. Light refreshments are served. November 22, 7:30pm. Robin Collins - "Another Rwanda, and When Only an Immediate Response will do: Arguments for a United Nations Emergency Peace Service". Robin Collins is a member of Council of the World Federalist Movement - Canada. He works in the electronic design and related analysis industry. For many years, he has been involved in disarmament (antipersonnel landmines, cluster munitions, nuclear weapons), global governance and alternative defence advocacy.