CALENDAR FOR Feb. 20 to Feb. 26

TUESDAY:  Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper  (Connolly Hall)  6:00 p.m.
TUESDAY:  Ash Wednesday Service  (Sanctuary)  7:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:  Ash Wednesday Service & Communion  (Lounge)  11:00 a.m.
THURSDAY:  Choir Practice  (Church Hall)  7:30 p.m.
FRIDAY:  Young at Heart Bridge & Euchre  (Church Hall)  12:00 p.m.
FRIDAY:  African Drumming  (Church Hall)  7:00 p.m.
SUNDAY:  Senior Choir Practice  (Church Hall)  9:30 a.m.
SUNDAY:  Worship Service  (Sanctuary)  10:00 a.m.

NEXT SUNDAY’S READINGS

First Sunday in Lent
Genesis 9: 8-17  *  Psalm 25: 1-10
1 Peter 3: 18-22 *  Mark 1: 40-45

In Memoriam

Autumn Anderson, beloved wife of Don, mother of Brent, Mark and Craig died on Wednesday, February 14, 2012.  A service celebrating the life of Autumn was held on Saturday, February 18^th in Richmond Hill, Ontario.

SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER

Good Food and Good Fun!  On Tuesday, February 21^st at 6:00 p.m. in the George Connolly Hall, come and enjoy fabulous pancakes made by our own Men’s Fellowship Group.  Cost:  Adults $5.00, Children (10 & under) $3.00, Family $13.00 max.  Tickets go on sale February 5^th.  All are warmly welcome to this community event.  If you have any questions, contact Brian Jeffs 416-447-9762.

Following the pancake supper, there will be an Imposition of Ashes Service in the sanctuary at 7:00 p.m.  This service marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period (not including Sundays) leading up to Easter.

LOAVES AND FISHES – END OF THE MONTH LUNCH

The Loaves and Fishes end of the month lunch is on Sunday, February 26^th.  Tickets are $7.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.  Please call Lois Keir @ 416-444-0877 or Muriel Voskuil @ 416-447-2591 by February 23^rd for tickets.  We don’t like to turn people away, but we need numbers for shopping.  Come and enjoy delicious food and friendly conversation!

LENTEN BIBLE STUDY

The Rev. Dr. Randy Naylor will lead Five Bible Studies -  ‘Destination:  The Cross’, on the lectionary gospel readings for Lent.  The series will begin on Friday, March 2^nd at 11:00 a.m. in the Lounge and will continue through March 9, 16, 23 and 30.  Coffee available from 10:45 a.m.  All welcome!

WORLD DAY OF PRAYER 2012

The World Day of Prayer service this year will be held at Precious Blood Roman Catholic Church, 1737 Lawrence Avenue East, on Friday, March 2^nd at 2:00 p.m.  For further information please call Rita Kent @ 416-449-4498.  There will be refreshments and fellowship following the service.

2011 TAX RECEIPTS

2011 Tax Receipts are now ready to be picked up.  Please see Dave Griffin or Cam Ferguson.

THE UNITED CHURCH OBSERVER – Subscription Renewal

If you are not receiving the United Church Observer magazine but would like to subscribe, please advise the church office.  A contribution of $20.00 towards the group rate subscription price is required.

OUT-OF-THE-COLD PROGRAM

From November through April, Eastminster United Church opens its doors each Friday to people seeking shelter for the night. The visitors are fed, accommodated overnight and offered showers, clothing and friendship. We can help with donations of warm winter clothing, disposable razors and gently used towels. Please leave contributions in the Out-of-the-Cold Box in the main lobby. For further information you may contact Brian and Carol Jeffs @ 416-447-9762.

EVA’S PLACE

RAYOAK FOOD BANK

Many in our congregation have donated to the Rayoak Food bank and we are grateful for your on-going assistance.  Specific foods are scheduled for donation during the month to ensure the Food Bank has a variety for distribution.

“Next week is Week 2”

A cheque payable to Parkwoods United Church in an envelope marked “Rayoak Food Bank” to help with bulk buying is always appreciated.