Nelson United Church Programs
Continuing Education Programs for AUTUMN/WINTER 2011 |
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There are three categories outlined below.
Contact the Office, for further informaton.
You are invited to participate in these interesting and informative activities... and bring a friend!
Registration Information
The Program Index:
| Exploration | Spirituality | Community Building |
Exploration
1)
Breakfast Book Bunch:
6:45 a.m. – Thursday Mornings
Starting November 3rd, 2011, in Trinity Lounge
We share breakfast together and engage in lively discussion about the book that we are reading together.
The book we've chosen to read is The Spirituality of Imperfection: Storytelling and the Search for Meaning by Ernest Kurtz and Katherine Ketcham. We have not yet set a date for our first meeting; but if you are interested in joining the book club, please let David know and we will order a book for you. The cost of the book is $17.12.
All who are able to function at 6:45 a.m! (when we gather) are welcome!! We share our thoughts about a chapter of the book while sharing breakfast; we are done by 8 am so folk who need to can get to work.
The aim of this book is to explain the underlying spiritual--although not necessarily religious--principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Part 1 presents the emphasis of this spirituality, which is the recognition and especially the acceptance of humans as imperfect beings. Part 2 tells how the founders of AA put spirituality to use. Part 3 discusses the benefits: release, gratitude, humility, tolerance, and forgiveness. On nearly every page, the authors retell stories and provide anecdotes from various sources: ancient Christian, Muslim, Jewish, Greek, and more. One need not have an interest in AA to benefit from this fine introduction to spirituality.
2) Intentional Christian Living
What does it mean to live an intentional Christian life? How might we support each other in living intentionally? Might we choose to follow a way of intentional living like the Iona Community or some other example that would help us live more intentionally and more
supportively?
Spirituality
Come to a gathering on Wednesday evening, November 16th, at 7:00 pm in the Trinity Lounge and we'll explore these ideas and what we might create together... All are welcome — the seekers and the curious alike. See David for more information.
1) Contemplative Prayer:
7:30 p.m. – 2nd and 4th Sunday Evenings in Trinity Lounge
Contemplative prayer is the quiet prayer of meditation. There is a long history of contemplative prayer in the Christian Church
Are you interested in exploring what contemplative prayer might mean, if you are new to meditation, or are a long-time meditator, speak to David about developing such an opportunity to be with others who practice contemplative prayer. Read David's article, From David's Desk, in the Mustard Seed
2) Taizé Worship
On the first Sunday of the month we hold a service of worship in the Taizé style in the Lower Hall. This is a time of prayerful singing, prayer, and quiet reflection.
Even if you can only come occasionally, you are welcome.
3) Prayer Shawl Ministry Community Building
At 5:00 p.m. on the third Monday of each month at the home of one of the participants for a time of great fellowship in this ministry as we come together for a common purpose. We welcome all who are willing to knit or crochet and pray for others. Even if you can't come to the meetings, you can still be part of this ministry!
Come and join us!
Contact Ann Corbett for specific information.
A Christmas Show and Tell Family Event
Please join us Sunday, November 27th from 4:00-7:00 pm in the church hall. Bring your good ideas for alternative Christmas gifts, or your favourite Advent or Christmas tradition, or maybe a favourite memory to share in a show and tell.
Everyone young and old is invited. We will share our show and tell, sing some songs and dinner will be provided.
RSVP to the office or Janet Boyd
Men's Group
7:00 p.m.– 3rd Tuesday of every month in Trinity Lounge. A gathering of "energetic and innovative" men who meet monthly to plan and execute Church repairs and carry out renovations and improvements. One of their fund raising events is the Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper. The group also hosts the annual fall Fowl Dinner, which is eagerly awaited by all.
New members are always welcome. Come join the fellowship.
Meet & Eat Group Activity
Occasionally we gather for a "good old pot-luck" meal in the Lower Hall to meet about an event important to our church community. It could be a presentation by a congregation member about their experiences, or just a time of fun and community. For those who want to get together, share a meal, and get to konow each other better!
You are welcome to come to the pot-luck supper, the activities afterward, or both.
Transporation can usually be arranged upon request
To register, or for more information about any of these events, please contact the Church Office.
The Christian Development and Communication Committee is always looking for new ideas regarding courses to offer or workshops to sponsor. If you have any courses that you would like to see offered at Nelson United, speak to Jayne Slawson, chair of the committee, or drop a note off at the office. We want to serve you better. Thanks.