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Advent & Christmas 2021 Plans

Greetings, all! The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. While many of us might not be ready to think about the changing season and that dreaded “S” word (snow!), one thing that we are eagerly looking forward to is the upcoming Advent and Christmas season. Last year, we were able toContinue reading “Advent & Christmas 2021 Plans”

Fourth Sunday of Advent – December 20th, 2020

Join us for worship this Sunday, led by Alex Jebson, under the musical direction of Glenda Morrison. Many thanks to all of those who participated in this service. In this final Sunday before Christmas, we explore what God’s promised presence means for how we understand and live out God’s love. We revel in the unanticipatedContinue reading “Fourth Sunday of Advent – December 20th, 2020”

Joint Longest Night Space – December 21st, 2020

Recognizing that this is indeed a trying season for many in our congregations and our communities, the United Churches of Blyth, Brussels, Londesborough, and Knox (Auburn) are offering a joint space of reflection and peace for all those who need it. This will be a drop-by event; there will be more structured prayers and readingsContinue reading “Joint Longest Night Space – December 21st, 2020”

Third Sunday of Advent – December 13th, 2020

Join us for worship this Sunday, led by Alex Jebson, under the musical direction of Katie Dockstader and Marilyn Scott. Thank you to all those who participated in this service. On this Joy Sunday, we explore how it is that joy is promised and offered to us through God’s presence and care. We strive toContinue reading “Third Sunday of Advent – December 13th, 2020”

Joy in Our Upcoming Events

“My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Saviour.” (Luke 1:46b-47) Greetings, all! The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.             There isn’t too much to say in this letter. As the season of Advent continues, we are going forth with our planning (and re-planning), and tryingContinue reading “Joy in Our Upcoming Events”

Second Sunday of Advent – December 6th, 2020

Join us for worship this Sunday, led by Alex Jebson, under the musical direction of Glenda Morrison. Many thanks to the musicians and the Burkholder family for their participation in the service. On this Second Sunday of Advent, we explore the promise of peace and comfort that God offers and embodies. We discern where comfortContinue reading “Second Sunday of Advent – December 6th, 2020”

Brussels Drive-By Live Nativity

As part of the Village of Brussels’ “Christmas Experience” on Saturday December 5th, Brussels United Church will be putting on a static Live Nativity. Families from Brussels United will be portraying beloved figures from the Christmas narrative, complete with live animals! The nativity will be set up at the old mill in Brussels (567 SportsContinue reading “Brussels Drive-By Live Nativity”

Advent Decoration Service Video

A short service of scripture and prayer to help ring in the Advent season. This service was held outside of the Brussels church on Friday November 27th, and outside the Blyth church on Saturday November 28th. Thank you to all of those who participated and safely attended. Advent blessings to you and yours! Feature PhotoContinue reading “Advent Decoration Service Video”

First Sunday of Advent – November 29th, 2020

Join us for worship this Sunday, led by Alex Jebson, under the musical direction of Katie Dockstader and Marilyn Scott. Many thanks to Cappy, Barb, and Terry for their participation in this service. On this First Sunday of Advent, the beginning of the Church year, we focus on hope. We acknowledge the situations from whichContinue reading “First Sunday of Advent – November 29th, 2020”