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In this week's Crossroads, you will find information on:
Sunday School Dates
Confirmation Dates
Hearing Aid
Concert November 12
Thank you Marge
Envisioning Our Future
Engaged to Serve
Stitch and Chat
Salad Social Event
energy saving kit
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Invitation from Emanu-el
LTS and Martin Lutheran University Present
Living our Faith: Love
Church office close on Monday
In-Person Worship
Read Ahead
This Week at Church of the Cross
The deadline for all Crossroads submissions is Wednesday at 12 noon.
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Concert November 12, 2:30 PM, Church of the Cross
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Upcoming Sunday School Dates:
Sunday, November 20 & 27
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Upcoming Confirmation Dates:
Sunday, November 20, 4 PM at Church of the Cross
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Hearing Aid
Did you or someone you know lose a hearing aid? If so, check with Nicky with the church office to see if it is yours.
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 Thank you Marge
Last Sunday we gave thanks to Marge for making communion wine for the past twenty years.
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Envisioning Our Future
You are invited and needed to participate in Vision 2023-2025  on Saturday, November 26 from 9:00 to 12:00 noon at the church.
Set that date. Pray for the presence and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Reflect on the report about the first vision planning session. Invite a friend or a new person to join the conversation on November 26.
More details to come!
Church Council
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Engaged to Serve
This week’s profile recognizes the contribution of Gisela Braniff to the mission of Church of the Cross:
Gisela Braniff serves in a variety of roles as a leader of Women in Faith, a member of the Board of Care for Communities, a member of the choir, organizer of hospitality after worship for many years, and she regularly reaches out to individual members to check on their well being. She’s also quick to engage with the diversity of new people attending worship. She and husband Jack value the traditions of our community and engage in new ideas as they arise. They regularly bring their grandson to worship. Thank you for making a difference in the life of our community
If you would like to recognize someone for their contribution to our life together, write Craig at craigrknight@gmail.com
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Stitch and Chat
- November 15th, 1:00 pm at Lutheran Church of the Cross
Do you knit, crochet or do other hand work. Join us in the Rotunda on Tuesday, November 15th at 1:00 pm. We will have an opportunity to share what we are working on and help each other with projects. If you don't do any of the above activities but would like to have a chance to chat you are welcome to join us. Contact Janice for more information.
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Salad Social Event
Date: Nov. 24
Time: 12:00 noon
At Lutheran Church of the Cross
 On November 24th, the Women in Faith are hosting a salad social at noon. Everyone is invited. Please bring a salad or dessert to share. Coffee and tea is provided. Following the luncheon, we will have a games afternoon. Please bring your favourite game, if you have one. We will have numerous games available from which to choose. You may choose to attend either the salad luncheon or the games afternoon, or both.
This event is being held in lieu of going out for lunch. We suggest that a donation in an equivalent amount be made to the Shelbourne Community Kitchen. A basket for donations will be available at the door.
Women in Faith
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Luther Court Employment and Volunteer Opportunities
Church of the Cross is a vital partner in Luther Court. As the services of Luther Court continue to expand they have opportunities for health professionals and volunteers. If you know a health professional who is interested in working in a faith based compassionate workplace or if you or someone you know would like to volunteer at Luther Court, check out these opportunities:
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 Free energy saving kit from BC Hydro
Available for low and moderate income households
How to apply
1. Check BC Hydro's income qualification chart to determine if you're eligible.
2. There are no fees or shipping costs.
3. Renters can still apply for the kit if the BC Hydro account is in their name.
4. Apply for the free kit online. It takes less than five minutes to apply.
BC Hydro account number is required or you can call 1 800 224 9376 to order the kit over the phone.
Click here for the details
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Our friends at Congregation Emanu-el invite us to gather at the legislature this Sunday 2 PM in solidarity with the Hazaras of Afghanistan for education, safety, and survival.
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LTS and Martin Lutheran University Present: For the Sake of the Gospel - Part II - November 15
Register for Part II by clicking on the following link: Click here
The video of “For the Sake of the Gospel Part I” is now posted at: Click here
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Living our Faith: Love
Over the last four years, we have been sharing National Bishop Susan Johnson's vision for a four-year emphasis on Living our Faith - as together we pray, read, worship, and love (www.elcic.ca/Living-Our-Faith).
As we begin the final year, we shift our focus from worship to love. As a whole church, we will learn about love, grow in our experience of loving one another and deepen our daily interactions with one another and God through Jesus’ many teachings.
Monthly encouragements will be posted on the Living our Faith: Love website, as well as on our social media pages and through ELCIC News. This month's reflection is from Pat Lovell. A preview of her submission can be found below:
Watch ELCIC National Bishop Susan Johnson's introduction to a year of love here.
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The church office will be closed on Monday, November 14th.
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In-Person Worship, Sunday, November 13, 10 AM PDT
Covid-19 and Worship
- We offer worship in both live (in-person) and livestream (online) formats.
- We rejoice in the gift of vaccination and encourage everyone to be / stay vaccinated & boosted if you are eligible.
- To protect vulnerable persons, we currently encourage the wearing of masks during worship, especially while singing.
- If you test positive, or have symptoms for Covid-19, please stay home (and worship via live-stream)!
Church Council
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Read ahead:
 23rd Sunday after Pentecost
November 13, 2022 Isaiah 65:17-25
Isaiah 12:2-6
2 Thessalonians 3:6-13
Luke 21:5-19
Worship Bulletin: CLICK HERE for Worship Bulletin
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