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At the crossroads...
Jesus' promise of resurrection wraps us in comfort and grace. Welcome all!
Sunday Worship with Holy Communion at 10:00 am
Everyone is welcome here!
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 Stewardship Pledge Week 2 -
Devoted to Generousity
Blessed are those who trust in the Lord. Jeremiah 17:7
We praise God for the generous and faithful financial support contributed by people of the congregation. We anticipate that the 2020 annual budget will be in approximately $450,000.00:
- 60% is for salaries, benefits and ministry support (Pastor Lyle McKenzie, Pastor Lyndon Sayers, Admin. Assistant Deb Neal, Cantor Brian Wismath, Choral Scholars Gina Johnson and Grady Forsberg as well as contracts with Bookkeeper Tammy Heard, yard maintenance and custodial services.)
- 21% of the budget is devoted to mortgage payments and building maintenance costs (utilities, repairs, insurance, etc.),·
- 8% is contributed to the wider church and social justice concerns (ELCIC, BC Synod, Lutheran Theological Seminary, Shelbourne Community Kitchen, Refugees, etc.)
- 11% is utilized for ministry and administrative support costs (Worship, Education, Deacons and supplies).
Donations are made to the church in a variety of ways. Some contributors use weekly offering envelopes, others give monthly, and an increasing number use direct deposit. Barry Walker, Financial Secretary, will once again be asking those who use envelopes to indicate if they prefer weekly or monthly contributions for 2020. If you are interested in converting to direct deposit please contact Barry Walker, Financial Secretary or Deb. Neal, Administrative Assistant, through the church office.
Your method of supporting the congregation is whatever works best for you.
However you choose to contribute, we give you thanks.
Stewardship Committee
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 Thank You for Your Support of the SHELBOURNE COMMUNITY KITCHEN
Sunday, September 20, 2019 was designated Shelbourne Community Kitchen Sunday. Through your generosity, $1,560.00 was donated to assist the Kitchen with its many supportive programs and the distribution of nutritious food to its many members.
Your kindness is appreciated. Stewardship Committee |
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Weekly Bible Discussion – Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
The discussion will focus on the upcoming Sunday’s Bible readings and the connections and meaning for our time. No prior knowledge of the Bible is necessary. All voices and perspectives are welcome. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Lyle or the Church office. The next study is on November 11th.
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A Note of Thanks
Dear Church,
I thank God for you all helping me. You people were there for me in times of pain and tears. I really appreciate your love, kindness, care, concern, and all of the prayers you have offered for me. I had to move quickly because of my living situation. I’m sorry I wasn’t able to say good bye in person. We will always be connected. Please remember me in your prayers, I will visit you again.
Love,
Irene
(Irene Suwo was helped by Church of the Cross through a refugee sponsorship and has now settled into her new life in Canada.)
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 CLAY Info Night November 17th at 7:00 pm at Church of the Cross
On November 17th (Sunday), 7:00 pm, there will be a general
meeting for any youth (and families) who are interested in attending CLAY 2020 in Calgary this August! We will be meeting together with the Anglican youth to discuss what is happening, the logistics of travel, fundraising plus any questions you may have.
For more information call the church office - 250-477-6222 |
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Celebration Cards from
the Shelbourne Community Kitchen
Do you wonder what to give to someone who has everything? How about giving healthy food for their community? The Shelbourne Community Kitchen has specially designed celebration cards to enable you to make a donation in honour of someone’s birthday or anniversary, or give at Christmas or any other occasion.
Celebration cards for donations of $20.00 or more are available after the worship service, at the church office or at the Shelbourne Community Kitchen (3541 Shelbourne Street). For more information, please visit the Kitchen’s website.
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Krist allnacht Remembrance and Action
Thursday, November 7, 2019, 7:00 pm
Congregation Emanu-El Synagogue
1461 Blanshard Street
The Victoria Shoah Project invites the public to the annual commemoration of Kristallnacht. It is a respectful remembrance of those who suffered on Kristallnacht and in the Holocaust. Please join us to remember the past and commit to take action for a better future where we will respect and protect our neighbours, not remain silent in the face of any injustice against any person or group and work towards building bridges leading to unity and shalom (peace) in our own community and beyond.
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 Senior High School Youth Group:
Next week's Senior Youth will be meeting on
Thursday, November 7 from 7:00 - 8:30pm at the Save On Foods Memorial Centre. Rent or bring your own skates as we will be taking to the ice this week!
If you have any questions come see Amanda (LCC Youth liaison) or email her at albuston7@gmail.com. You can also reach our core youth leaders Caitlin and Jamie at familylife@stgeorgecadborobay.ca |
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The Victoria Choral Society invite you to hear 200 voices in one performance, November 9th at 8 pm in the University of Victoria Farquhar Auditorium.
Join us for a modern tribute to our fragile planet and a journey back in time.
Victoria Choral Society performs ‘This Thirsty Land’ by Leonard Enns and ‘Mass in G’ by Franz Schubert with Oak Bay High School Choir, under the direction of Brian Wismath and featuring an orchestra of musicians from the Victoria Symphony and soloists:
Abby Schuliger (soprano), Casey Edmunds (tenor), and Nathan McDonald (bass).
Purchase tickets ($35 regular and $10 for students and unwaged) in person at University Centre, by phone (250-721-8480) or online at https://tickets.uvic.ca/TheatreM…/1/tmEvent/tmEvent2862.html |
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 Artist in Residence project at Luther Court
Luther Court believes that the Artist in Residence program will help connect our residents to a wealth of learning in both information and experience. We want to create an element of storytelling in the program so that the seniors involved can experience increased socialization, cognitive stimulation and provide an outlet for self expression. This can lead to improved self-esteem, a sense of autonomy and an overall feeling of belonging within our Community of Care.
This valuable program, which is entitled “Creative Circle Storytime” will be held on the 2nd floor sunroom each Tuesday and Thursday afternoon from 2:00-3:30 pm starting Thursday, November 14th. Our facilitating artist will be Libby Oliver.
Libby Oliver has a BFA with honours from the University of Victoria, where she
specialized in photography and installation art. Libby previously studied International Development and Gender at the University of Guelph.
If you’re interested in checking out Libby’s latest projects, please go to her
website https://chewonthisart.com/
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 Music and Prayer in the Style of Taizé continues at
James Bay United Church, 511 Michigan Street, at
6:00 pm, Friday, November 15.
All are welcome.
This is the last Taizé service for 2019.
Taizé resumes in January at Lutheran Church of the Cross. |
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Hello Neighbours:
Please find information below about a film presentation on Sunday, Nov. 17th at 2 p.m. at the Vic Theatre, 808 Douglas Street. The film is the story of the Demolition Ceremony of the St. Michael’s Indian Residential School.
Maureen
Aboriginal Neighbours
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 Annual Lutefisk Dinner at Norway House
Saturday, November 30th
Serving times at 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm
$25 for members , $30 for non-members
Tickets available from Grant or Paula Froyland - 250-477-5847 |
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 Save the Date -
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Saturday, December 7th at 3:00 PM in the Church Lower Hall
The whole family (absolutely no age restriction) is invited to share an Advent celebration of building gingerbread houses.
More information to come. |
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Youth Group Meetings are held at St. George’s Cadboro Bay.
High School Youth Group meets every other Sunday, 7:00 - 9:00 pm.
Middle School Youth Group meets Wednesday, 6:00 to 8:00 pm
For more information, please Pastor Lyndon or Pastor Lyle or the church office.
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 Free Emergency Preparedness Presentations
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, 7:00-8:30 pm
G.R. Pearkes Rec. Centre, 3100 Tillicum Rd.
Register for course #24121 at 250-475-5400 |
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 The cold weather has come with a vengeance and gloves, toques, warm socks and blankets are leaping off our shelves as we shift into winter. Donations are welcomed at Our Place front reception, 919 Pandora in Victoria, from 6:30am-8:30pm, seven days a week. Thank you for helping to winter-proof your neighbours on the street! |
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Flower Chart for 2019
If you would like to bring flowers for worship for a special occasion or remembrance,
please sign up on the Flower Chart, posted on the bulletin board.
A reminder will be emailed to you as your date approaches.
If you have any questions, please call the church office.
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 The Shelbourne Community Kitchen
As we go about our weekly shopping, let us consider our blessings. Add an extra item or two to our shopping carts, and donate them to the Shelbourne Community Kitchen.
Items will be picked up from the Church of the Cross regularly.
Thank you for your generousity but please know that we cannot accept items passed the date of expiration.
Thank you for helping our neighbours as you are able.
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