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At the crossroads...
we hear images of the end that are a stark contrast between glorious hope and terrifying destruction. Which do we believe? What are the signs in our time? Does Jesus offer reality and hope for us and our testifying? Welcome God's hope. Welcome all!
Sunday Worship with Holy Communion at 10:00 am
Everyone is welcome here!
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 Stewardship Pledge Week 3 -
Devoted to Generousity
You always have the poor with you,
but you do not always have me. John 12:8
We praise God for the generous and faithful financial support contributed by people of the congregation.
Currently 120 members of the congregation make continuing contributions to the church through a variety of methods:
- 63 through weekly envelops
- 23 through monthly envelops
- 34 through monthly direct deposit via EFT Canada
In the past few months we have transitioned from our long time direct deposit agency Faithlife Financial to EFT Canada. Faithlife provided us great service, however they made a business decision to stop offering this service. After careful research and a recommendation from Faithlife, Electronic Funds Transfer Canada (EFT Canada) was selected to provide us with similar service at a slightly higher monthly fee. They are also providing clients with more flexibility in timing of monthly withdrawals. If YOU have any interest in switching to direct deposit please let me know.
Every year we have a few members of the congregation who donate stock shares/certificates to the church. Although we cannot process these gifts ourselves, The Victoria Foundation will receive these gifts, identified for Church of the Cross, carry out the process of converting the shares/certificates into cash and then forward your offering to the church while providing you with a tax receipt. They can be contacted at: victoriafoundation.bc.ca 250-381-5532
If anyone has any questions or wants to make any changes to how they are presently supporting the church please let me know. Barry Walker, 250-381-1698, cell 250-818-7931. Leave me a note in my mailbox at church #92 or pass a message through Deb in the church office.
Thank You for generous support of the church.
Barry Walker, Financial Secretary
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Weekly Bible Discussion – Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM
The discussion focuses 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 18th.
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 Trans Awareness Week - November 13 - 20, 2019
What are the ways we can make space for trans folks in church? How do we witness to Jesus’ love? |
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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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 Victoria Multi-faith Society AGM 2019: from 2 to 4 pm on Sunday Nov. 17
Our keynote speaker, John Borrows, who holds the VMS Indigenous seat, is a world-renowned authority in Indigenous legal rights. John’s keynote last February was very well received and it is exciting to again have such a knowledgeable speaker on a subject we know will be of interest to many.
The theme is "Spirituality, Justice and Indigenous Peoples". There will be discussion and refreshments following the talk. A brief rundown of the year’s activities and discussion of future activities will take place during the 2nd half of the meeting from 3:15 to 4:00 pm.
The meeting will be held at UVic’s Interfaith Chapel. The nearest parking (which is free on Sundays) is in Lot 6, near the entrance to Finnerty Gardens. Please arrive at 1:45 pm. Membership in VMS is $10 for those who wish to support multifaith activities. The AGM is open to all and free of charge.
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 Angel Gifts
Lutheran Church of the Cross is once again invited to participate in the Angel Gifts program. Angel Gifts are Christmas presents, specially selected for a member of the Our Place community in Victoria.
Begin by selecting a name from the poster on the bulletin board in the hallway. The tear away tab will tell you the gender, age and clothing size of the recipient. Suggested gift ideas include warm outer wear, socks, gloves, gift cards and chocolate bars, and should equal approximately $40.00. See the bulletin board for addition information regarding the wrapping and tagging.
Contact Sherry Coughlin or any member of the Social Justice Committee or the church office if you have any further questions.
The Angel Gifts will be collected and blessed on Sunday, December 8.
Thanks for putting a smile on someone’s face this Christmas!
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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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 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, You are Invited:
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.
Aboriginal Neighbours
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 St. Luke's invites friends at Church of the Cross to our Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, November 23rd from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. The Bazaar includes Handicrafts and Needlework, Antiques and Collectibles, Floral Arrangements, Home Baking, Jewellery, Jams and Jellies, Silent Auction, a Light Lunch, White Elephant (miscellaneous household items), Books, Videos, Toys, and Garage Sale “Stuff”.
We hope to see you on the 23rd at the Bazaar. |
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 Dawson Heights will be holding its Annual Craft Fair Saturday November 23rd from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be a selection of lovely crafts made by the residents of Dawson Heights as well as local artisans from Victoria. A wonderful opportunity to support Dawson Heights and start your Christmas shopping! The craft fair is an annual event to raise money for the Dawson Heights Residents’ Fund. We will be accepting non-perishable food item for the Food Bank.
3710 Cedar Hill Road (corner of Cedar Hill Road and Cedar Hill Cross Road). |
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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 -
Gingerbread House Building
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 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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