SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING
CHRISTMAS SERVICES
December 21st 11 am – 4th Sunday of Advent/ White Gift Service
December 24th
4 pm – Christmas Eve Family Service
7 pm – Christmas Eve Evening Service/Communion
December 28th 11 am – Worship Service
Announcements
NOTICE FROM STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE: The church books will close on December 31st for 2025. Any monies received after December 31st will be recorded for 2026.
UNITED CHURCH CALENDARS: The Youth Group are selling United Church Calendars again this year as part of their fundraising. Calendars are just $10 and can be purchased at the church office during regular office hours or after 11 am church service. These make great Christmas gifts!!
BIBLE STUDY: The Bible Study group led by Rev. Karen Bursey which meets on Tuesdays has paused for the Christmas season. The group will resume on January 6th at 2 pm. The lesson for the week will be Matthew 6:9-13, Introduction to the Lord’s Prayer.
FOOD BANK SUNDAY TODAY: The first Sunday of the month has been designated as Food Bank Sunday. Members of the congregation are asked to bring along any non-perishable food items and place them in the bin in the church vestibule. Envelopes are also available in the church foyer if you would like to make a contribution. Bridges to Hope thank you for your generosity and continued support.
MITTEN TREE: Christmas is just about here and the annual mitten tree is now up in the church vestibule. Please consider making a donation. Some ideas of items to donate are: hats, mittens, gloves, scarves or warm socks. All items will be distributed to those in need.
GARDEN CAFÉ: Please join us in our Garden Café in the Multipurpose Room before 11 am Sunday service for a brew and a chat. All are welcome!
Our Youth Group collects beverage containers for recycling. If you would like to drop off your beverage recycling at the church, here’s what can be recycled: aluminum can; plastic containers; glass bottles; steel cans; drink boxes (tetra); mini sips (drink pouches) etc. (Please wash out all bottles and remove all caps before dropping them off.) The Youth Group thanks you for your support.
BUILDING FUND SUNDAY: The last Sunday of the month is designated as Building Fund Sunday. Envelopes are available on the table in foyer. if you would like to make a contribution. Thank you for your continued support.
Worship Schedule
Worship Service
EVERY Sunday – 11 am
Bulletin
“We respectfully acknowledge the territory in which we gather as the traditional territory of the Beothuk and Mi’kmaq. We are conscious of the long and painful history of relations between the Christian church, colonial settlement practices and the harm caused to these lands and peoples. May we always seek to live with respect on this land as we search for collective healing and true reconciliation and honour this beautiful land together.“
It is with gratitude and thanksgiving we acknowledge the following Gifts and dedicate them to the Glory of God:
Bulletin Sponsor
- As the season of Hope, Peace, Joy and Love approaches, we remember our Gentle Jedi – Dr. Daddy Uncle Matty P. Miss you forever. Love from Hope, Fleur and the March-MacCuish Family.
Local Fund
- In loving memory of my precious wife, Joan Lawrence. From Wally Lawrence.
UCW Christmas Lights
- In memory of loving husband Robert Johnston Sr. and loving son Robert Johnston Jr. From Inez Johnston.
- In memory of Brian Sullivan and Joey Gellately. From John and Eileen Sullivan.
♥♥THANK YOU: The Stewardship Committee acknowledges with thanks a cheque for $5200 from the UCW….$3000 towards local church expenses, $2000 for the building fund and $200 for the foster children fund. Also, a cheque for $300 to the Mission and Service Fund. Many thanks to all.
2025 WEEKLY BULLETIN DEDICATIONS: If you would like to dedicate a bulletin in 2025 in memory of a loved one or in celebration of a special event, please fill in your name and phone number on the sign-up sheet located on the bulletin board in the vestibule or call the church office at 368-2194.
In Our Faith Community
APPLY TO BE A DISCIPLESHIP LEADER FOR COLLECTIVE 2026: We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for Discipleship Leaders for Collective 2026, happening August 2026! Collective 2026: (em)brace for Impact | The United Church of Canada is a powerful space where youth, young adults and leaders will come together to grow, learn, and encounter God in meaningful community. Discipleship Leaders will play a vital role in shaping that experience—guiding small groups and helping create an environment where faith can flourish. If you have a heart for mentoring, serving, and walking alongside others in their spiritual journey, we would love for you to prayerfully consider applying. Learn more and apply here: Discipleship Groups — Collective 2026. Deadline to apply is January 15, 2026.
United Church Bookstore & Gifts UCC East
320 Elizabeth Avenue
St. John’s, NL
UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE ONLINE: The United Church Bookstore has launched the bookstore for online shopping as well as in-person shopping at 320 Elizabeth Ave. To shop online visit https://ucceast.ca/shop
UNITED CHURCH BOOKSTORE CHRISTMAS SALE: The United Church Bookstore is having their annual Christmas sale on December 10th and 11th. Stop by, visit and see the great sales around the store. The usual 20% sale, plus lots of specials. Store hours are 8:30 am to 1 pm and 2to 4:30 pm. Anything you are looking for and can’t make the sale, give Leona a call at 709-399-0834 or email her at llaundry@united-church.ca and she will be glad to help you out!
ITEMS FOR BRIDGES TO HOPE: If you would like to pick up a few items to help out Bridges, please place donations in the bin in the foyer here at First United. The monthly item needed for December is canned meat. Weekly “Flyer” specials helpful for hampers for December 18th to 24th are:
Dominion Tim Horton Soup $1.00
Lawtons Colgate Toothpaste $0.85
Colemans Cheez Whiz $3.97
Bridges to Hope November statistics: In November, Bridges served a total of 1480 individuals, supporting 104 seniors, providing food assistance to 474 children which represents one-third of total visits. Sustaining this level of demand would not be possible without our supporters like you. Some most-needed items at the moment are baby formula, rice, snacks and sweets.
First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council
Donating to First United
Four convenients ways you can donate to First United
In-Person
PAR
e-transfer
online
Note: If making a donation through e-transfer, please indicate your Envelope # (if you have one) and how you wish the funds to be used, i.e., Local Expenses, Building Fund, Mission & Service, Food Bank or Other. If you need to provide more detailed information, please send us an email.
- 709-368-2194 (office)
- PO Box 921, Mount Pearl, NL A1N 3C8
- 221 Park Ave., Mount Pearl, NL
- firstunited@nf.aibn.com
- If emergency call 709-687-2147
FIRST UNITED CHURCH – OFFICE HOURS
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