15-05-31 news for the knox family

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15-05-31 news for the knox family
News for the Knox Family
THE FLOWERS ON THE COMMUNION TABLE are placed there there in memory
of the Chancel Guild members who have passed away.
THE SYMPATHY, LOVE AND PRAYERS of the congregation are extended to the
family of Barbara Ruton who died this past week.
THE REV. MIKE MARSDEN will be away attending the General Assembly of The
Presbyterian Church in Canada being held in Vancouver, B.C., from June 4th to June 8th
inclusive,
REV. JAN HIEMINGA’S CAMINO WALK: Come and hear Rev. Jan speak about, and
share pictures of his journey walking the Camino Trail. The event is taking place on
FRIDAY, JUNE 12th at 7:00 p.m. and is sponsored by the Knox Knitters who will be
serving refreshments. Please let us know if you plan to attend by adding your name to
the list on the doors to the RGM Hall.
THE KNOX LADIES’ CIRCLE is selling fall bulbs for spring bloom in the MacMillan
Hall during Friendship Time. We will take orders from May 31 to June 28. Our supplier
is Vesey's of P.E.I. who import the bulbs directly from Holland. All the proceeds will go
to Knox.
“CAMP IN YOUR OWN BACKYARD” (CYOB) at Knox Oakville this SUMMER!
Looking for a fun week of activities this summer for your kids, or your grandkids while
they’re visiting with you? You’re in LUCK! Camp Cairn (a camping ministry of the
Presbyterian Church in Canada) will be hosting a week of high energy, fun, and faithfilled FULL DAY camp here at Knox Monday, July 20th - Friday, July 24th, from 9:00
a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If the child in your life is between 4 and 12 years old, and isn’t allergic
to FUN, then grab a registration form and sign them up today. The cost is $100 for the
week ($85 for siblings). Spaces are LIMITED. For more information speak to Monika
Platt or Zelda Samwell.
SUMMER SUNDAYS: After a exciting year with the new YCW program..it’s time to
give our Sunday School teachers a well deserved break. This is a perfect opportunity for
you to experience God’s Word through the eyes of our youngest members. If you are
able to teach a Sunday over the summer, please sign up!! The lessons and available dates
are posted on the CE office door. Talk to Zelda or Monika for any additional information.
THANK YOU for your support of Pregnancy Support Services of Hamilton (PSSH)
and the Formula 4 Hope. Please continue to pray for this ministry. This is the last week
for the PSSH's Formula 4 Hope Campaign! Please fill your baby bottles supplied to you
and return them next week. PSSH is a Christian ministry that needs your financial,
volunteerism and prayerful support! You can make a difference: one bottle at a time, one
life at a time. For more information about this ministry, please visit www.preghamilton.ca
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU to everyone who participated in the Seniors’
Communion & Luncheon. It was another wonderful gathering thanks to each person
who was there!
MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES: Please take the time to read and review our updated
list of current Ministry Opportunities at Knox which is posted outside of MacMillan Hall.
Your participation in ministry is important to us!
YOUNG CHILDREN IN WORSHIP: Today’s Story: “Pentecost” (Acts 2)
“I Wonder” Questions:
• I wonder what all these people will do now that they have the gift of the Holy Spirit?
• I wonder what the Holy Spirit wants us to do with God’s gifts?
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