Hi folks.. just a quick check in while I am away on some education leave. I have been in beautiful Keene Ontario, spending time with fellow women in ministry – we have talked, we have danced, we have reflected and we have rested. I was blessed to participate in group work and given time to reflect on where I find my joy! I hope you have had a great week and I look forward to connecting again when I return home next week.
May the spirit move in and around you in all that you do, and may you give yourself the grace to enjoy today- for all that it is.
Just a couple of things to take note of:
Chatter in the Church
November 6, 2026: We hope you will join us as we celebrate some of the folks whose stories are also a part of the story of St. Paul’s. The evening will be filled with history, laughs, local actors, and a time of fellowship. There are only 50 tickets left so be sure to get yours right away. For more information you can reach out to Helen McCormick 204-851-2775 or email helenm548@gmail.com
Faith and Food: Come for Coffee and stay for Faith and Food, starting on Thursday November 26, 2026, stating at 11:30, I will be hosting an Advent study for 4 weeks as we build up to the arrival and birth of Christ. Bring your lunch and join me in a time of conversation, reflection and of course some food.
Update regarding Sunday Worship at St. Paul’s
St. Paul’s United Church Council (meeting October 21,2026) passed a motion (6-3 and 1 blank ballot) in favour of not opening the church on the 2nd and 4th Sundays to host the viewing of zoom worship service.
Starting in December zoom services will no longer be streamed/viewed at St. Paul’s on the 2nd and 4th Sundays.
Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend in person worship in Griswold 9:30am, Oak Lake 11:00 on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month.
The Zoom link will continue to be emailed out so that you can continue to join the service from you home.
St. Paul’s Weekly Update
October 2026 council minutes
November 1 – In Person Worship with Marilyn Warkentin. Salt Shakers – Sunday School, Food Cupboard Sunday.
November 6 – Chatter in the Church — An Evening of Wine, Cheese and Stories Friday | 7:00 PM at St. Paul’s United Church | 286 Nelson Street, Virden
We’d love to have you with us — settle in for an evening of wine, cheese, and relaxed stories about community figures from our history. Enjoy wine & cheese, charcuterie, and local storytelling featuring our local Theatrick Players.
🎟️ Tickets: $50 in advance ($25 tax receipt included) Tickets available at the church office or call to book: 204-748-1295 – Reserve a table with a group of 10! All are welcome — we hope to see you there!
November 9 – 3:30pm Planned Gift Committee
Fall Newsletter – Our newsletter will be going out mid November. If anyone has a submission or pictures they would like included please email to Helen McCormick helenm548@gmail.com by November 10th.
November 11 – Church Office Closed in recognition of Remembrance Day
November 15 – Tanis – Virden, Muffin Morning, SALT Shakers – Sunday school, Service of Commemoration.
November 15 – On Sunday during regular 11pm worship, the service will include an… Act of Commemoration. – Commemorate .. to hold in precious memory! At this time, names will be read and candles lit in memory of family and friends who have died. Names entered into St. Paul’s Burial Register over the last twelve months will be included, as well as names which are specifically requested by members of the congregation. If you wish to submit a name please contact the church office before Thursday, November 12.
November 27 – Save the Date – St. Paul’s Christmas Bake Sale and Tea Friday!
Knit or Knot – The knitting & crafting group meets in the upper hall on Tuesday afternoons at 2pm.
Coffee Time – Join us Thursday mornings at 10:00am for a time of coffee and fellowship! This is open to everyone and all are welcome!
Food Cupboard Sunday – The first Sunday of the month is Food Cupboard Sunday and we invite you to bring a non-perishable food item for the Virden & Area Food Cupboard.
Celebrating the UCW – The UCW is celebrating their 65th Anniversary and are holding a celebration July 19-23, 2027 at the Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport, Ottawa, Ontario. You do not need to be a UCW member to attend as it is more about celebrating the women of the church. If you would like to know more you can contact Karen Coreett at karen.coreett5@gmail.com or you can keep up to date on the Facebook page National United Church Women NUCW.
