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Knox News
Pentecost
July 2019
Inside This Edition
Knox United Church
2569 Midland Ave. Agincourt ON M1S 1R3
Tel: 4162934424 Fax:4162936128 email: [email protected] website: https://www.myknox.ca
2 New Member Profile 3 Out of The Cold Worship Corner Pastoral Care Upcoming services
4 Photo Gallery Doors Open, Men's Breakfast Cultural Dim Sum
170th Annual General Meeting
New Minister
The 170th Annual meeting of Knox was held on May 5 as part of the worship service. The Annual Report, from each of the committees of Knox, was approved along with the following reports. Chinese Ministry Review Task Group. J. Ma and M. Walker presented the report that was approved at the March 2019 Council meeting. The
report highlighted how the ministry has changed over eleven years and noted that the needs of the group has also changed. The action item specifies that the Chinese Ministry Steering team will meet with the Ministry and Personnel committee and our new minister, Rev. Bright Yun, to develop a new staff position description that will address these needs.
Bob Lundy, Bob Spencer, Rev. Bright Yun and Russ Gomme at the Men's Saturday breakfast. Rev. Yun is will start as the new minister at Knox on July 1, 2019. His first Worship service and Communion will be on July 7.
The contract with Richard Wang, for the original staff position, would not be renewed when it ends June 30, 2019. We thank Richard for the contributions he has made over the years to the development of our Knox Chinese Ministry.Memorial Committee Project L. Lundy outlined a project to enlarge the Chancel platform at the cost of about $28,000. The cost will be covered entirely from the Memorial Fund. The work will done in early August and include removing a few of the front pews. Doors Open 2019 EventJ. McAllister provided an update on Doors Open at Knox on May 25 and 26, 2019. He explained that it's a unique opportunity for Knox to be among 150 buildings on display for the Citywide event. The next Annual Meeting May 3, 2020.
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This editionThanks to everyone who has contributed articles to this edition of the Knox News. Submissions Editors: Manley James. Submit articles and pictures to the Communication Committee c/o the church office, by email to [email protected] direct advertising inquires to Manley ([email protected]).
Communication Chair, Manley James.
New Member ProfileElizabeth joined Knox recently.
I grew up in Birch Cliff, south Scarborough. My parents moved to the area shortly after they were married in September 1939, had 3 children of which I was
the youngest. My family was very involved in Church (Birch Cliff United at Warden Ave. and Kingston Road) and I was christened, confirmed and married there. I am very proud to say that I was one of the little children chosen to turn the sod for the addition in 1958. To this day, “Onward Christian Soldiers" brings tears to my eyes as I remember the congregation marching out of the original part of the church as we followed the choir for the sod turning ceremony. Both my Dad and sister sang in the choir and I still can envision their burgundy robes, the ladies sporting burgundy mortar board with tassel and the white starched collar.My husband David and I were married for almost 40 years and have two children. We moved a couple of times, but continued to worship at Birch Cliff. Our daughter Becky has two children James and Claire and our son Douglas has two little girls Mackenzie and Madison. Special time for me was when I changed my name to “Gran”I retired 3 years ago from Toronto Public Library. Loved my job serving the public, especially seeing the young ones come in. I made sure I stayed at least 25 years so I could get my gold watch. :)
When our children were young, we as a family would attend the Christmas Eve service at Knox rather than making the trek down to Birch Cliff. We loved the feel of this church from the very beginning.I started attending Knox full time in March 2013. Walking past the cemetery on the way in, I often reflect on those that walked before me. Over the years as I sat enjoying the service, many times I would say, I must have my membership transferred. But, I just could not out my family ties to Birch Cliff, I kept dragging my feet! What pushed me was the fact that Rev. Rob Selby was leaving. He had been so kind to me from the moment I started attending. Let talk last minute! I think it was his 2nd last Sunday that I had my membership transferred.I felt so special when Ross asked me to face the choir as they sang. Such a memorable service as I also lit the memorial candle. My heart was full as I was welcomed personally by so many alter the service.Although I am newly retired, I think I am busier now than when I was working :) My family is small but we are very close and Gran attends everything! I am very hooked on my family history and genealogy. I am keeper of the records. For my 65th birthday, I treated myself to a vacation to Ireland and Scotland. I hadn't there since 1975 and this time I was able to track down the house where my Dad was born.I am honoured to tell people that I am a member of Knox United Agincourt. I am not great on leading but more than willing to help.
God BlessElizabeth Brown
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It’s worship, as usual, at Knox Agincourt United Church during the summer – worship services Sundays at 10:00 with the choir inspiring sermons, coffee time. And don’t forget, the new minister Rev. Bright Yun, starts on July 1.
Summer Bulletins and Announcement DeadlinesA onesheeter reusable order of service will be used for the summer months, July and August. An announcement sheet will be done. If you have announcements to share during the summer, contact the church office.The deadline for August and the beginning of September, the deadline is Monday, July 15.
Worship Corner
Pastoral CareA very successful Visiting Elders meeting was held on Monday May 13th. Twenty people braved the nasty weather to watch and discuss the documentary “Revolutionizing Dementia Care”. Dr. David Sheard explained “The
Butterfly Model” which is now being used in several Care homes here in Ontario.Our Autumn meeting for Visiting Elders is scheduled for Monday October 7th. As always, everyone is welcome to join in the discussion and fellowship.
Joanne Chair: Pastoral Care Committee
Baptism and MembershipThinking of membership and/or baptism?Please contact the Knox Church office as soon as you have made your decision.
Upcoming Services Summer 2019
June 30 Canada Day CelebrationJuly 7 Rev. Bright Yun’s first Sunday? August 25 Adult Baptism/MembershipSeptember 8 Sunday School KickOffSeptember 15 Sunday School/Church Picnic September 22 Rev. Bright Yun’s Covenanting October 6 Worldwide Communion
Summer Worship Volunteers Needed: The Scripture Reader schedule for September 2019 to June 2020 is now being complied. Please contact the church office or the Chair of Worship if you’d like to be a reader or if you’d like to be removed from the current list. The response to the Memorial Candles was very good this year, thank you. So, just a reminder to check the notice board in The Heritage Room. Check early if you’d like your preferred date to light the Memorial candles.
Out Of The ColdSixteen community organizations and faith based groups, from early November to midApril, take turns providing Friday dinner and Saturday breakfast and a take away lunch. With the support team from Dixon Hall guests have a safe and warm place to sleep and access to a housing worker. Tokens are provided on Saturdays for guests to travel to another shelter location.For the 20182019 season, 820 guests attended Friday dinner with 375 sleeping over....estimatedAnnually over 300 volunteers at the Knox Site dedicate their time and ongoing support to make the program a success.
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Knox United Church Agincourt2569 Midland Ave.
Toronto, Ontario, M1S 1R3Phone: 416-293-4424
email: [email protected]: www.myknox.ca
Lead Minister ............................................................ ext 203Rev. Linda Petrides - Minister of Visitation and Seniors
Programming ......................ext 202Ross Inglis - Director of Music ..............................ext 204Jayne Bossert - Christian Education Coordinator...ext 205Mario Martell - Church Custodian..........................ext 209Tricia Cook - Church Office Administrator..............ext 201
Men's Saturday Morning Breakfast, June 8.Presentation was given by Sheppard East BIA Rep.
Above:Cultural Dim Sum was rocking with the Caribbean beat, and taste of food from around the world. Door prize presented by Shaun Chen MP Scarborough North.
Above: Doors Open Touring of the Sanctuary, Cemetery and Ross during one of the sessions giving an overview and demonsration of the Casavant Pipe Organ. There were about 250 visitors that passed through for the event.