We worship, we sing, we learn, we care for each other,
and we reach out to our local community in Kanata and to the world.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Prayer Shawl Ministry

GCUC launched a prayer shawl ministry this spring. Thank you for all of you who have already made prayer shawls, lap rugs, or afghans. We appreciate your support. We need knitters and crocheters to continue to knit and crochet for this important ministry. There is no specific pattern that is required but if you need some inspiration there are patterns available in the Prayer Shawl box or you can speak to Lisa Petch and she can assist you. Can't knit or crochet? You can help too - drop off wool for others to use, let the pastoral care team know of anyone who could benefit from a prayer shawl or lap rug. Any questions, speak to Lisa Petch.

Community, Coffee, and Chat on Fridays at 10am  

Join us for Community, Coffee and Chat at 10am on Friday's in the Church Lounge resuming on September 11th.  Please feel free toinvite friends as all are welcome.

Reach out and connect in Christ's name Members of the Pastoral Care Team continue to offer their care and spiritual compassion, to those who request them on a confidential basis. The September contact is Sue Swiggum -  she can be reached at 613-850-6847 or by email at susanswiggum@gmail.com .

The Healing Pathway Team will start offering regular in-person sessions at the church on Monday September 14.  As well, appointments can be arranged for hospital, hospice or in-home visits at other times. These sessions are offered for anyone in the community free of charge. To book a session, email healingpathwaygcuc@gmail.com, or contact our Coordinator, Nancy Kerr, via text or phone at 613 402 2149

Book Club – Upcoming meetings

The Book Club will meet next at 7pm on October 6th via Zoom. The Zoom link will be sent out from the office prior to the meeting. The following list represents the Book Club’s books for the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. October 6, Yester Year by Caro Claire Burke, November 3, Book of Forbidden Words by Louise Fen, December 1, Little Wonder by Sophie Chen Keller, January 5, The Deal of a Lifetime by Frederik Backman

Worship Volunteers

We need your help with scripture reading, greeting, folding bulletins, teaching Sunday school, coffee time setup and clean up, and providing snacks for coffee time. Please fill out the printed form or, fill it out online here

Wednesday Evening Bible Study We continue to look at books of the Bible by zoom from 7.00pm to 8.00pm. The books are from both testaments and that gives us a more rounded view of the Bible. All are welcome and all bible

versions used. Contact me at kevinmccomas206@gmail.com and I will send you the link.

Worship Committee Survey: Sound Quality, Bulletins, and On-Line Hymns

The Worship Committee has some wonderings! We wonder how easily congregants are able to hear the service, whether more large-print bulletins are needed, and how on-line worshippers prefer to access the hymn lyrics. The attached Google Form is a survey to ask about these preferences and we would be delighted. if you could respond by Sept. 28, 2026, to help us better understand your needs. Thank you! 

LINK to SURVEY https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc4JzO7_IB-5OrrcFls6evLUIekfPe5mxKK-cnbOGSELtgmvw/viewform?usp=header

Glen Soderholm Concert at Trinity Presbyterian Church We are pleased to announce that renowned acoustic guitarist Glen Soderholm will be coming to Trinity Presbyterian Church on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 7 PM. We invite you to join us for an evening of music and fun as Glen shares his music and message in person. All proceeds from the concert will go to support Urban Christian Outreach. Tickets for the event are $30 and are available through eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-evening-with-glen-

soderholm-in-support-of-urban-christian-outreach-tickets-1992356461810) or by calling (613) 986-1067.

September Outreach - Youth Services Bureau: YSB is committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental and accessible environment where individuals 12 years and older can pursue their life goals and be encouraged in making informed decisions. It provides services in employment, health and housing, mental health, and youth justice. Every month, more than 2,500 youth and families rely on the Youth Services Bureau of Ottawa to help them deal with the difficult issues they face — issues like poverty, abuse, family violence, depression, addiction and homelessness. With 350 caring professionals operating from 20 locations across Ottawa, YSB is equipped to deal with the breadth and complexity of these issues. On their list of much needed items are new

bath towels, new pillows, and new (unopened) shampoo, body wash, and deodorant. Donations can be dropped off in the Outreach Bin in the foyer. The last day for donations is Sunday September 27th. Thank you for your support.

Sunday School is back! Classes are resuming this week. Join us this Sunday, September 13th in Room C after the All Ages time of the service for stories, crafts, games and other fun. Depending on numbers, in future weeks we will separate into two groups based on age. All ages are welcome – toddlers can enjoy the toys and fun, and youth are always appreciated to assist with activities (and earn volunteer hours!) If you have any

questions, please talk to Celia Bodnar or send an email to bodnarcelia@gmail.com.

GCUC Library – We are blessed to have a noted religious author in our congregation. Betty Turcott, our Church librarian, has written five books: A Circle of Stones; Rebekah, The Valley of Hope; Home to Canaan; And She Said, Monologues on Biblical Women; and And She Said – 2. These works are now available in our library on the trolly for your interest and enlightenment. Betty reminds us to sign your name and contact phone number on the library card if you wish to borrow a copy. Please leave the card on the trolly.

UCW is meeting on September 17 at 1pm in the Lounge. All women are welcome to attend. Pretend you are going back to your first week of school and the teacher asks what did you do this summer. No essay skills required. Just a way for us to have fun getting to know each other and have some laughs. For more information, please speak to Martha or Anne or email us at mtcolford@yahoo.ca or racmac999@yahoo.com

Name Tag Ordering

Maybe you don’t have a name tag yet, or you have misplaced your name tag, or

perhaps you would like the updated version with the black lettering on a white background and the church logo. Please see Martha as she is placing an order soon, she can be reached at: mtcolford@yahoo.ca , or 613-889-3694 or speak to her on Sundays. A name tag with a pin will cost $16 and one with a magnet will cost $20, exact change please. The last date for ordering will be October 18th.

2027 United Church Calendars

Fall is upon us and so it’s time to start thinking about 2027 – what better way to keep track of the church liturgical events than with a church calendar. Please let Martha know if you would like to have one. She can be reached at mtcolford@yahoo.ca or 613-889-3694 or speak to her on Sundays by October 11th to place your order – cost $12/calendar. If paying by cash, please use exact change or cheques are to be made payable toGlen Cairn UCW.

.See the Bulletin Boards for Community Event Details

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