Category Archives: Announcements

Change has a way of showing up when we least expect it, and  when we are not prepared for it. Change sometimes arrives as an invitation to try something new, sometimes as a week away from our usual routines, and sometimes as a reminder that the world—and our faith—are always growing and – I haveContinue reading “Change Is Good: Faith, Film, and the Courage to Be Transformed”

Buzzing with Activity at St. Paul’s — And Christmas Is Coming! Fall is usually a busy time in my church world, and October so far has been no exception! St. Paul’s has been buzzing with activity over the last few weeks, whether it’s user groups, committees, or the hardworking folks who have been busy maintainingContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

Have you ever noticed how some of the greatest gifts in life don’t come wrapped in pretty paper or tied with a bow? Sometimes they arrive in a friendly phone call, a helping hand, or a neighbour stopping by for a visit. God has blessed each of us with gifts, and not all of themContinue reading “Sharing God’s Gifts – A Little Goes a Long Way”

What a Week It Was! We had such a great week last week at the 2026 United Church Office Workers Conference in Saskatoon! Since I first started attending in 2008, I have watched this conference grow from approximately 10 attendees to an incredible 63 people this year! That is amazing! We also had five menContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

Thanksgiving in Canada arrives at a beautiful time of year. The leaves are changing colour, the gardens are being cleaned out, and across the Prairies, farmers are hoping to finish harvest before the next rain or snowfall decides to make an appearance! Such a harsh realisty this year. For many of us, Thanksgiving means gatheringContinue reading “Thanksgiving: More Than Turkey and Pumpkin Pie”

The Beauty of Being Thankful at Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is more than a holiday filled with delicious food and time with family and friends. It is a special opportunity to pause, reflect, and appreciate the blessings in our lives. Being thankful does not mean that everything is perfect. Life can bring challenges, disappointments, and difficult days.Continue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

Thanksgiving in a rural community makes us stop and count our blessings. Of course, this year we might also be counting rainfall totals, muddy roads, ruts in the field, and the number of times we have looked at the weather app hoping the forecast has changed! There is an old saying that farmers always talkContinue reading “Gatherd at God’s table”

What It Takes to Leave the Office for a Week Leaving the office for a week sounds easy. Turn on the out-of-office, shut off the computer, and disappear before someone remembers one last thing they need from you. The trick is making sure the place keeps functioning after your dramatic exit. Before you leave, delegateContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”

Pastoral Care and the Church Office The church is more than a building—it is a community where people worship, grow, and support one another through every season of life. Pastoral care is an important part of that ministry, offering prayer, encouragement, guidance, and practical support to those who are celebrating, struggling, grieving, or simply inContinue reading “Office Buzz 🐝”