Announcements

Donating to First United
PAR – Pre-Authorized Remittance
Church Envelopes
E-transfers: firstunitedtruro@ns.aliantzinc.ca – please provide all information for receipting purposes.
Stop in to the Office for more information.

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Change for Change is held the first Sunday of each month (except July & August).  Our Sunday School students collect your pocket change during the service and the money supports a scholarship for girls in Guatemala.

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Friendly reminder – please have your bulletin announcements/information submitted to the Church Office, in writing, by Thursday mornings at 10 am. Thursdays are “bulletin day” – this means limited access to the office administrator as she prepares the powerpoints, announcements and the mailout.  Thank you.

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The Pastoral Care Committee is requesting assistance from members of the congregation by contacting the Church Office (902-895-8098) if there is someone they know from the congregation who is ill or in hospital.

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Ida’s Cupboard is located off the church parking lot between the doors. Non perishable items, “leave what you can, take what you need.” A community food cupboard for those in need. Appropriate food items: Canned: baked beans, meats (tuna, ham/chicken), stews, soup etc., peanut butter, cheese whiz, kraft dinner, rice, bread, crackers, tin ravioli with pull tops, little boxes of cereal, juice boxes, bottled water. The cupboard is used on a daily basis and if often empty. Please give as you can.

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Fundscrip – Do you shop at Sobeys? Buy gas at Canadian Tire? Dine out? You could be buying Fundscrip Gift Cards from the church to help us raise funds for ongoing programming (and to help pay the bills!) You pay the face value of the card and we get a discount. It costs you nothing extra, but really helps us out! Order forms are available at the back of the church and the church office.  Place your order one week and pick it up the next!
ORDERS are placed on the first Tuesday of each month.

Next Order:  Tuesday, November 3rd ~ Order forms and payments are due Thursday, October 29th.  

Need more info?  Call Tracy in the Church Office – 902-895-8098.

Don’t want to order?  Purchase cards directly from the Church Office – Sobeys, and Superstore!!  $50 denominations.

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The Food Bank Sunday is last Sunday of the month.   Please remember those in our community who are less fortunate, and give as you can. Items always in need are canned meats & milk, soups, cereals, beans, macaroni, juices, tea and coffee.  Non perishable items may be left in the Food Bank box any Sunday of the month.  Sorry, we are unable to accept monetary donations.

Stewardship Seconds – Stewardship is a life-long process. In fact, stewardship extends beyond our lifetime. Please consider making a gift in your will to support the ministry of your Community of Faith and through Mission and Service the ministry of The United Church of Canada.
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Please Note – the church office will be closing at 1230pm on Fridays until the end of November.
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Over the summer, our Sunday School students were busy collecting pop tabs — 1,521 to be exact! Congratulations to Cooper, who collected the most pop tabs and received a special prize for his efforts!
A big thank you to all our Sunday School students for their enthusiasm and participation. Every little tab adds up!
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Zoom Training – if you are interested in learning how to set up or use a zoom meeting, there is a one hour information session in the Church Parlour on Saturday, Oct 24th at 2pm.  Please call Tillie to sign up (902-890-1598)
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Upcoming Guest Speakers – Over the next several weeks, we look forward to welcoming guest speakers to lead us in worship and share their messages of faith and inspiration. We are grateful for their willingness to join us and invite everyone to come, listen, and share in these special times of worship and fellowship.
Susan Gallant – October 25th
Sandra Carruthers – November 1st
Malcolm Macpherson – November 8th 
Rev. Ivan Gregan – Anniversary Sunday – November 15th 
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13th Annual Christmas Craft Market & Pantry Sale will be held on Saturday, November 7th, from 10am to 2pm.  Come and enjoy a wonderful selection of handmade crafts, unique Christmas gifts, delicious homemade goodies, and pantry favourites. It’s a great opportunity to get a head start on your Christmas shopping while supporting our church.
Bring a friend, spread the word, and join us for this much-loved annual event. We look forward to seeing you there!
Donations Needed for Our Pantry Sale!
We are looking for donations of homemade jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, baked goods, and other pantry favourites for our upcoming Pantry Sale. Your contributions, big or small, will help make this event a success. Thank you for your generosity and continued support!  Donations may be dropped off Friday, November 6th after 11:30 am.
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Friends on a Journey will meet again on Thursday, November 12th at 10am in the Parlour. Come and join us for some good discussion and some social time. All are welcome.
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Bring a Book, Take a Book!
Share the joy of reading! Bring along a book you’ve enjoyed, pick up a new one to read, and leave a donation if you wish. It’s a wonderful way to share good stories while supporting our church. Leave them in a bag by the bookcase or drop them in to the office.  Happy reading!
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FROM OUR COMMUNITY . . . 
Mark you calendar – SoundScape Singers (formerly known as Cantabile Society) presents Making Waves, Building Bridges featuring Young Sound Scapes!
Saturday, October 24th at 7pm at First United Church.  Tickets available at the church office, from Choir members or at www.ticketstripe.com/events/5039109353484084 
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BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR CALENDAR FOR EVENTS OF THE WEEK!