Dearest Friends:
Little Archer’s tragic death has affected all of us in different ways. The church family of the Almonte United Church shares your grief and pain at this sad time.
Tomorrow Night at 7:00 pm, we will be hosting a time of ‘Grieving Together’ in the church hall. Our time together will be led by our professional therapist, Beth Robertson and our Reverend Heather Kinkaid. Everyone, regardless of age, is most welcome to this very special event.
With prayers and thoughts to all during this very sad time.
The AUC Council🙏🙏
On Friday, June 20th at 7:00 pm, AUC presents the movie "Being Elmo".
Come one, Come all !
Our movie nights are a community wide event so please feel free to invite a neighbour or friend. The movies have been chosen to appeal to a broad range of people however there are adult themes from time to time. Finally, as hosts we will do our best the re-create an authentic, movie worthy, hot dog and popcorn menu. The price for these will only be $1 Hope to see you there. Admission is by donation.
At 10:00 am in the Sanctuary:
The Confirmation of our dedicated youth who are joining our AUC; this brief service will include the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
At 10:45 am in the Social Hall:
We will join the Region’s 100th Anniversary Service in Ottawa via Live-Stream. Coffee and tea will be served; please bring some cookies or muffins to share.
It’s a very busy month at the church with an assortment of special events:
Sunday, June 1st at 10:30 am:
The 191st Anniversary of AUC with Guest Speaker, Rev. Arlyce Schiebout; Special Music with our AUC Choir and trumpet. A Pot-Lunch will follow; please label your contribution and also bring your own dishes, cutlery, etc. This promises to be a very special service; bring your friends.
Sunday, June 8th at 10:30 am:
It’s Pentecost Sunday and the Service is being led by our wonderful Sunday School/Youth Group Students and Staff. Following SS tradition, this promises to be a really special service; plan to attend.
Sunday, June 15th:
At 10:00 am in the Sanctuary:
The Confirmation of our dedicated youth who are joining our AUC; this brief service will include the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
At 10:45 am in the Social Hall:
We will join the Region’s 100th Anniversary Service in Ottawa via Live-Stream. Coffee and tea will be served; please bring some cookies or muffins to share.
Friday June 20th 7:00 pm
AUC Movie nights present ”Being Elmo”. Your red furry friend in action!
Sunday, June 22nd at 10:30 am:
The Celebration of National Indigenous Day
Sunday, June 29th at 10:30: The celebration of Canada’s 158th birthday! Plan to wear your patriotic colours. It’s Birthday Cake Sunday too!
Sunday, June 8th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. (EDT): A National Centennial Service will be Live Streamed via YouTube from Newfoundland.
Sunday, June 8th: Our Regional Centennial Service (EOORC) is at the EY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive in south Ottawa.
9:30 am: Doors Open
10:15: Choir Practice
10:45: Gathering Music
11:00: Worship
12:30: Picnic Lunch (bring your own) and ‘Looking Back and Forward’ with music and games.
For more info, please go to:
eoorc.anniversaryinformation@gmail.com
Plans to Livestream this service at AUC are underway; more details to come
Take a break from the world and join the Valley Voices Choir for an evening of music and fun. Valley Voices, Almonte’s Community Choir, is holding a concert at the Almonte United Church on Sunday, June 8th at 7:30 pm. Tickets are$15 and are available at Baker Bob’s and at the door. It’s sure to be an entertaining evening.
Our movie nights are a community wide event so please feel free to invite a neighbour or friend. The movies have been chosen to appeal to a broad range of people however there are adult themes from time to time. Finally, as hosts we will do our best the re-create an authentic, movie worthy, hot dog and popcorn menu. The price for these will only be $1 Hope to see you there. Admission is by donation.
Last Sunday at the end of our service, we sang ‘O Canada’. One person reported having tears in her eyes as she sang our national anthem in light of the uncertainty coming from our southern neighbour.
We’ll be singing “O Canada” at the end of worship every Sunday as our pledge to Canada: “the true North strong and free.” Our service usually ends about 11:30; plan to pause and sing along with us from wherever you are! (It might be great fun if you are with a crowd!) 🎶🎶🎶
Singing has been most enjoyable this year as we have had the benefit of a number of new members and lots of enthusiasm. Of course, as always, new members are most welcome.
This year on the Sunday before Christmas we will be doing the cantata Joy which we sang several years ago. At that time a number of folks joined us for this performance and again, this year the invitation is extended. The cantata, as its name suggests, is most joyful and a pleasure to sing. Should you be interested in joining us talk to Neil or simply show up in the Choir Room about 7:30 on Wednesday night. Rehearsals are now underway.
On Sunday June 30th Rev. Heather Kinkaid will be in the pulpit. Reverend Heather has been with us before, filling in for Rev. Mary when she was on sabbatical in 2022. Rev. Heather will be our supply minister until such time that a permanent replacement for Rev. Mary has been selected. Please join us in welcoming Rev. Heather Kinkaid !
We're looking for a few more people to join the Greeter Schedule. It's an easy yet important job. Duties including greeting folks at the door as they arrive and then passing the offering plate. Please let Rev. Heather Kinkaid know if this is something you can help with once a month.
Almonte United Church is blessed to have Rev. Heather Kinkaid as our supply minister while the search begins for a new permanent minister . In addition to being very involved in many activities, Rev. Heather is serving on various committees and is available for any inquiries you may have. She can be reached at grovesprings@sympatico.ca
for emergencies, call (613) 619-5966
Sunday School has started, as well as a new Youth Group. For information, please see the Sunday Schoolpage.
Enjoy singing? No auditions, just a love for music and singing with friends. Starting in September, choir practice will be on Wednesdays at 7:00 pm in the church parlour. Come Join Us Then!
Annually, during the fall and spring, everyone is invited to join in a weekly discussion group to discuss a selected book. The time and day for the discussion group meetings are noted in the weekly bulletin and on this page.
Need space to host a family gathering, a concert or a meeting? AUC has a variety of spaces for rent, including a large social hall and fully equipped kitchen, as well as a sanctuary with amazing accoustics. Please see the Rentals page, call the church office or leave a message below.