Author Archive: Laura

Niakwa Park Tour – August 22, 2018

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Join the Winnipeg Architecture Foundation TONIGHT! (August 22) at 7 p.m.  for a free 90-minute walking tour of Niakwa Park.  Meet at Niakwa Park sign, Archibald and Comanche. Located north of Fermor Avenue, south of the Windsor Park Golf Course and adjacent to the Seine River, Niakwa Park is a park-like neighbourhood developed in the […]

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Notes on the Notes – August 19, 2018

Saturday, August 18, 2018

This week we will be continuing to explore the Book of Ruth, Chapter 3. We will be singing: “This is God’s Wondrous World” (VU #296) This hymn is often recognized as the old CGIT (Christian Girls in Training) hymn,  altered for inclusiveness from the original “This is My Father’s World.”   It has helped shaped […]

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Notes on the Notes – August 12, 2018

Saturday, August 11, 2018

This week, we will continue to explore the Book of Ruth, looking at Chapter 2. We will be singing: “Come and Find the Quiet Centre” (VU #374) “Come and find the quiet centre in the crowded life we lead, Find the room for hope to enter, find the frame where we are freed: Clear the […]

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Notes on the Notes – August 5, 2018

Saturday, August 4, 2018

Welcome! This week we will be beginning our journey through the story of Ruth. Service time is 10:30 a.m. at Windsor Park United. We will be singing: “Praise With Joy the World’s Creator” (VU #312) This new text in praise of the Trinity was written for an anniversary conference of the World Student Christian Federation […]

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Recognition of 40 years of Service of AOTS

Friday, August 3, 2018

On Sunday, June 17, 2018, WPUC honoured 40 years of service by our men’s group, the AOTS. A little history: AOTS (As One That Serves) began in 1977 here at Windsor Park United Church. How do you encapsulate 40 years of history in a short presentation – I thank Bob Harrison, Cam Wilson and Major […]

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School Supplies Needed!

Thursday, August 2, 2018

We will be again be collecting school supplies for schools in need.  Please bring in your new school supplies during the month of August.  Blessing of the School supplies will take place on September 2 and then they will be distributed to local schools! The list of most useful items is: – Duotangs – 3 […]

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Easter 2018 – Memorial Lilies

Wednesday, August 1, 2018

This year, the beautiful Easter lilies on display at the church were donated in memory of the following people: Paul Stockwell Doug Grieve Art Grieve Paul Nazarko Gordon & Edith Steenson Sid Waldron Verna Palmer Bob Muir Thelma Mallard Surafiel Resmafariam Linda Garvey Sheila & Ken Hayward Larry Todd Charlie Klein Jim Hastings Angela Moodie […]

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Notes on the Notes – June 24, 2018

Saturday, June 23, 2018

This week will be looking at the second half of the 10 commandments. We will be reading: Exodus 20: 12-21      Matthew 22: 34-40 We will be singing: “Jesus, Come to Our Hearts” (VU #324) “Jesus, come to our hearts like falling rain; Come to refresh, Come to renew, Wash all our sins away. Spirit, come […]

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Notes on the Notes – June 17, 2018

Saturday, June 16, 2018

This week we will continue to explore God’s covenant with us through the Ten Commandments. We will be reading: Exodus 20:3-11   Matthew 22:34-40 We will be singing: “Take Time to Be Holy” (VU #672) “Take time to be holy, speak oft with your Lord; Abide in him always, and feed on his word. Make friends […]

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Rainbows!

Monday, June 11, 2018

On Sunday, June 10, we were learning about God’s covenant with us.  Enjoy some of the rainbow pictures created by our young people during worship!

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Earthquake Relief

Saturday, June 9, 2018

The United Church of Canada is accepting donations to enable Mission & Service partners to respond directly to those impacted by the eruption of the Fuego Volcano in Guatemala. The Fuego Volcano, located 27 miles southwest of Guatemala City, erupted on June 3, 2018. Initial reports indicate 75 people have died, around 50 people were […]

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Notes on the Notes – June 10, 2018

Saturday, June 9, 2018

It’s picnic Sunday! Join us for worship at 10:30 a.m. as we learn about God’s covenant with us through the rainbow and the 10 Commandments! Then, stay for the picnic following worship! We’ll be learning about: Exodus 19: 1-6, 20: 1-2         Matthew 22: 34-40 We’ll be singing: “We are the Church” “I am the church! You […]

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