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What should I expect on my first visit?

Open. Musical. Inclusive. Welcoming of children. Accessible for wheelchairs with ramps and elevator. Assisted hearing devices are available from the ushers.

Emmanuel United Church is where the church is the body of Christ with each member having unique gifts to share and a ministry to offer.

We invite you to come and visit and worship with us.

Sunday Worship is at 11 AM.

Then join us for coffee and conversation. Pick up an orange mug and someone is sure to drop by to answer any questions you may have.

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I've come to a Sunday service. Now what?

Sunday is the first day of our weekly faith journey. Our weekly activities cover:

• Health and Well Being
  

  Take Time To Be Wholely Meets on Monday at 10:30 am and Friday at 11:00 am in the CE Hall for a one hour chair and light exercise program. Participants can bring a bag lunch on Monday and on Friday from 12 noon to 1:00 pm devotions and a light lunch follow the program.

  Active Artists Meets on Wednesday morning and afternoon to paint in peace, with friends helping each other.

  Ottawa Christian Meditation Meets on Monday from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm for silent and contemplative prayer.

• Fellowship
  

  Hispanic Community Meets on Sunday from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm for worship, bible study and socializing.

  Seniors' Friendship Club Meets on Wednesday between 1:00 and 3:30 pm for cards and conversation.

  The Buddy Group Part of the Keeping in Touch Committee, each person visits or phones their buddy as they feel is necessary. They have quarterly socials with a hymn sing and afternoon tea.

  The Mens' Breakfast Club Men of all ages meet at a local restaurant for breakfast, food and fellowship on one Saturday morning per month.

  Triple "F" A women's group which meets on the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 1:30 pm in the Lounge. Triple "F" stands for FAITH, FUN and FELLOWSHIP.

• Faith
  

  Book Club Meets one evening per month from October to May, looking for images of God and to learn more about our world through literature.

  Bible Studies Thematic Bible Studies are held regularly. Please call the church office for more information.

  TELEOS Meets on the 4th Wednesday of the month in the Lounge. Teleos is a study group in which women are encouraged to discover and nourish their potential and to strengthen their faith.

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What does Emmanuel have for my family?

There are activities organized

• For our children
  

  Sunday School Faith formation for all ages is an integral part of our church. We use a lectionary based curriculum called Seasons of the Spirit and plan innovative ways to include children and child centred age appropriate classes in worship.

  Camp Awesome A vacation Bible school program for children ages 4 -11 with crafts, music, drama and stories. Two one week camps in early July each year.

  Advent Adventure A one day Vacation Bible school in December to share the joy of the Christmas story.

• For our youth
  

  Emmanuel United Church provides opportunities for youth to be involved in leadership, study, and programs to explore their faith.

  Movie Night Youth gather to watch a feature film once per month and look at the world through a faith lens.

  Mission Partners Youth volunteer at the Mission washing, cooking, and preparing food on the third Sunday afternoon of each month.

  Great Adventures Youth explore creation while enjoying adventures that include:
  

  • Hiking in the Adirondacks;
  • Skiing in the Laurentians; and
  • Canoeing in the wilderness.

  Faith is explored through service learning trips with various partners in North America and beyond! Visits have included partners in Nicaragua and El Salvador, as well as Habitat for Humanity throughout the US.

  Youth are involved in justice initiatives that include a fair trade fair, Halloween for Hunger to gather food for the local food banks and participation in the World Vision Famine.

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How can I find help with a life issue?

Help is just a phone call away.

Reverend Peter Lougheed and our staff are available to assist you in times of need or crisis.

Parish Nursing Maureen, our registered nurse, provides health counselling, referral services, and education as well as acting as health advocate, facilitator, and teacher.

Pastoral Care Team Provides pastoral care to members of the congregation when in times of need and crisis.



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