From Worship & MusicLivestream Worship. Click HERE for our YouTube channel link and look for the live video stream that begins at 9:50 a.m. with announcements and the service starts at 10:00 a.m. If you miss the livestream you can watch the recording after it uploads.
Worship Schedule Sunday, April 28 - 5th Sunday of Easter Senior Choir Rainbow Club Sunday, May 5 - Welcoming New Members Special Music: Maddy Kenyon Rainbow Club Sunday, May 12 - Christian Family Sunday Special Music: Joybells Handbell Choir Rainbow Club Taizé Service - We are looking forward to hosting a Taizé worship service in partnership with the Barrie Taizé Community on Fri., May 31, at 7:30 pm in our Sanctuary. To help with this service, we are looking for volunteers to take on the following activities:
Congregational Care & ConnectionsCoffee and Conversation - Drop by the lounge for a cup of coffee and a chat, Wednesdays from 10 am until noon. Next get together on May 1.
StewardshipStewardship Second - "Stewardship is not just about money. It’s about how we use everything we have and who we are as we walk the Way of Jesus."
Pasta Dinner - Sat., May 11. Watch for ticket sales and more information! Life Long LearningYouth Inc - An invitation for our Burton Buddies & congregational members to join our Youth on Sun., Apr. 28 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm in the Auditorium for "Youth versus Adults", our celebrity game night! This evening will be hosted by our very own Peter Michalski. Snacks will be provided. Come and enjoy the fun, laughter and friendship!
A note of gratitude to Youth Inc. "Yesterday, Youth Inc. from the Burton Avenue United Church joined us at the Barrie Animal Centre and Humane Society. This year, the youth group's theme is “Random Acts of Kindness” and our furry friends were chosen to apart of that! The youth made snuggle mats, shaker toys and much more for all the cats and kittens in our centre. We got a special visit from Mikey, a tour of the back dog area, a special hello from Bear, and we discussed the important role the animal centre plays in our community and our outreach program. A huge thank you the Burton Avenue Youth Inc. group for spending the afternoon with us and making all those special toys for the animals!" Book Club - Our next meeting is on Tues., Apr 30 at 7:00 pm in the church lounge. We will be discussing Moloka'i by Alan Brennert. Our April selection is Dewey by Vicki Myron. All are welcome to join us. Sparrow Lake Camp - SAVE THE DATE! We will be enjoying fellowship and fun together at Sparrow Lake Camp this year from Sept 20-22. Mark your calendars and plan to join us - you can come for the whole time or a short time... All are welcome!! Outreach & Social JusticePilgrimage for Peace in Israel-Palestine - A global movement is walking in prayerful solidarity with the people of Gaza. Hosted by Simcoe County Kairos and Christians for a Just Peace.
WHAT: A 45-minute prayer pilgrimage along Willow Creek WHO: Churches and People of faith who yearn for peace WHEN: Sunday May 5th, 12:00pm – 3:00pm Andrea will sign Burton Ave United up for a group time at 2:00 pm. But if you can’t make that time, please see the attachment (click here) for more information and the link to sign yourself up for another time. If you want to attend as a group please email Andrea andrea@bauc.ca or add your name to the sign up sheet in the foyer. WHERE: Hwy 26, Midhurst (we are given the exact location after registration) WHY: to pray for a ceasefire in Gaza & just peace in all of Israel-Palestine United Church of CanadaSun., June 9 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Metropolitan United Church - 56 Queen St East Toronto Celebrating 100 Years of Deep, Bold, Daring Join us for a worship service to kick-off a year-long celebration of the 100th anniversary of The United Church of Canada. The 100th Anniversary kick-off service will be held at Metropolitan United Church in Toronto. It will also be livestreamed. General Secretary, the Rev. Michael Blair will be the preacher for the service. Church OfficeOffice Hours - Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Email - katie@bauc.ca or burtonaveunitedchurch@bauc.ca Phone - 705-726-0401 E-transfer Address: treasurerbauc@outlook.com Office Supply Assistance - The church office is looking for some office supply help during the summer, particularly in August. If you think this is an opportunity that you would enjoy, please connect with Katie Pergau (kpergau@gmail.com). Training would be provided. Community EventsKing Edward Choir - Presents "The Armed Man - A Mass for Peace" on Sat., May 4 at 3:00 pm - Collier Street United Church. This concert will also feature a chamber orchestra and youth choir. Tickets are $25 for adults / $15 for students and are available at www.kingedwardchoir.ca or by speaking with Colin MacDonald, Katie Pergau or Sam Pergau, Jalise or Erdman Henderson, or Peter Sullivan.
Stephen Fearing in Concert - The Barrie Folk Society will host Juno-Award winning folk artist, Stephen Fearing in concert on Sun., May 5 at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary at BAUC. Tickets are $30 ($35 at the door) and more information is available at barriefolk.com. We are still looking for a couple of volunteers to help at this event as well. ON THE WEB
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lend a helping handOPEN HANDS UNITED MISSION
The Team is supporting a number of projects in Nicaragua including the building of a school. Donations in support of the Nicaragua Mission should be made payable to "Open Hands United" LITTLE FOOD PANTRY Thank you to all who have been dropping by the church to add items directly to the pantry. Just a reminder that during the cold weather, appropriate food items are things that will not be adversely affected by freezing temperatures, such as canned goods with water. For a list of suggested contributions during the winter, please refer to the posters on the door and the side of the pantry or click here for the winter list. On GoingCANCELLATION OF SUNDAY WORSHIP FOR INCLEMENT WEATHER OR OTHER EMERGENCY:
Should you need information about possible Sunday Worship cancellation, please check the church website, the Burton Avenue Facebook page or the recorded church telephone message. Should there be a power outage such that tech devices cannot be used, members of the congregation should use their good judgement considering the weather conditions or nature of the emergency. NAMETAGS If you would like a nametag or you need a new one please sign up in the foyer or let the office know. Children & Youth can have nametags too. If parents prefer just first names on the children’s tags let us know. And remember to wear your nametag. It helps us get to know one another. CAR POOL TO CHURCH Are you able to occasionally offer rides to church for those needing them? We are wanting to collect a list of those able to offer rides. If you wish more information or are able to offer rides, please speak to Andrea Wheaton. RESOURCE CORNER Both the Affirm Team and the Truth & Reconciliation Committee have compiled books and other resources that you can borrow or keep. On the bulletin board right outside the sanctuary the Outreach Committee have posted information about Mental Health Awareness – take any flyers or information that you need. PARKING LOT Did you know that on Sundays there is parking on the other side of the school next door to us? There is also the lot behind the school which can be accessed from Cumberland St. or there is now a road from our lot to it. Please leave the parking spaces closest to the church for those who have difficulty walking a further distance. PEOPLE WITH HEARING AIDS!! The sanctuary is equipped with a loop system which works with your hearing aids. You must have a “T coil” installed and activated. Set your hearing aid to “T coil”. NOTICE TO CHURCH MEMBERS AND GUESTS Our services and events may be photographed or videotaped for the purpose of informing our members or the public. If you have a concern about your image being used in these situations, please let us know. PASTORAL CARE We keep in touch through phone calls, emails and even snail mail. What a blessing it is that we can connect to one another in those ways. Remember that Pastoral Care is a ministry that all of us share and need to participate in, however we can. Whether you are making contact or receiving contact, we are caring for one another. Whether you are on the prayer list or you are praying for those on the list, we are caring for one another. Whether you are listening to someone's concerns or you are voicing your worries, we are caring for one another. For the month of November, we give thanks and pray for the work of Samaritan House. They provide safe housing for women & children recovering from domestic abuse. Their Resource Centre Drop In here at BAUC is a place where families can enjoy a cup of tea & select from articles of clothing & household items. They also provide workplace skills, knowledge & guidance. |