When we say 'lest we forget' on Remembrance Day, we remember the commitment and sacrifices of our heroes. Honouring them also means carrying the torch that we have received from them. We are chosen to walk the walk following the ultimate vision of God. Let us respond to this higher call with commitment and love. Let us dare to beat the swords into plowshares

We are pleased to announce that a Covenanting Service for their new minister, the Rev. Hoeun Lee, will take place on Sunday Evening, November 12th at 7:00 p.m. at First United Church in Waterloo.

We welcome the Rev. Dr. David Kim-Cragg who will be delivering the Reflection

Socks, Mitts and Hats will be on the fence again this winter to help those may need a little extra warmth this winter.

STEPS TO CLOTHING OUR FENCE OF CARING AND SHARING

1. Dig out a scarf or hat or gloves when you go for a walk on a chilly morning.
2. Dig deeper for other articles of clean, warm winter clothing.
3. Put on the scarf you found for yourself. 
4. Put the extra cozy clothing you found in a bag.
5. If you didn't find any extra clothing, maybe you're able to donate something new or ask your neighbours and friends if they're interested in donating!
6. Take clothing to First United -  put in plastic bins underneath bench at back door  and Lynne will tie them on the fence. 
7. The folks who need cozy hats, mitts, gloves, scarves, and socks are most grateful that you care and share!

The UCW will be selling ready-to-bake frozen Apple, Blueberry and Cherry pies for pick-up in Hilliard Hall on Sunday, November 19 and 26.

To pre-order, please contact Edith Coyle at 519-744-9066 no later than Friday, November 17th.

Join us at 6:00 PM on the second Saturday of each month.

Tuesday November 14

Robin Habermehl Jazz Quartet

Tuesday November 21

Liz Lepock - soprano, Michael Lepock - bass, Heidi Gallas - piano

Remember to pre-order your lunch at firstunitedconcerts@gmail.com by NOON on Thursdays. 

See you soon!

Explore the transition from the High Baroque in Leipzig with Telemann and Johann Sebastian Bach to the Rococo style emerging in Sanssouci with the music of some of Bach’s sons.

Alison Melville takes the journey from the alto recorder to the transverse flute in this enticing family odyssey through the mid-18th century.

Sunday, November 12 @3:00PM at First United Church

Tickets - General Admission - $30, Students and Children - free

www.NotaBenePlayersAndSingers.ca

Holiday (Boxing Day) Meal Help Needed!

The Holiday Meal (Boxing Day – Dec 26^th) has been a favourite outreach of First United since 1995!

If you are interested in helping, please contact Cathie Stewart Savage at css2303@gmail.com or 519-589-2303.

Time for your next book club book!

Greenwood: A Novel by Michael Chistie

"Greenwood" is a historical novel by Michael Christie that weaves together the stories of characters from different time periods, all connected to the same majestic tree, Greenwood. Spanning from the early 1900s to a post-apocalyptic future, the novel explores themes of environmentalism, resilience, and the enduring power of nature..

You can get your offering to the church office in several ways:

  You can use PAR, or

  E transfer to firstunitedchurch@rogers.com, or

  Website donation to www.firstunitedchurch.ca, or

  Send a cheque to First United Church, 16 William St. West, Waterloo ON N2L1J3, or

  Drop a cheque into the mailbox located at the Entrance on William St. side.

**Just a reminder- credit card companies have a fee of around 3-5%. If you wish the church to get the full amount, then please add that % to your contribution. **