MINISTER’S MESSAGE Loraine is away until September. During this time, the following ministers will be on call for emergency pastoral care: Rev. Earl Gould July 23-31. (204) 888-1543 (home) Rev. Karen Lumley Aug. 1-25 (204) 250-5073 (cell) Rev. Heather Robbins Aug.26-31 (204) 295-1542 (cell) FUNDRAISING FOR ENHANCED AV SYSTEM Westworth Council approved a fundraising campaign …Read more
Congregational Email July 22, 2021
MINISTER’S MESSAGE I am relieved that our province has taken a gradual approach to reopening to allow us more time to have as many people fully vaccinated as are willing and able. I am also grateful that we have the medical knowledge and financial means to have this protection. Below you will see ways in …Read more
Congregational Email July 15, 2021
MINISTER’S MESSAGE This is an exciting time in the life of Westworth. As you will see below, Council approved a fundraising campaign to support the enhancement of our AV system. Inland Audio Visual is now contracted to install the system over the summer. We are also finalizing a contract with someone to build a media …Read more
Congregational Email July 8, 2021
MINISTER’S MESSAGE Summer is now fully upon us, begging us to slow down and simply be. The alternating heat and smoke force me to do no other. When I’m able to go with the flow and enjoy the garden harvest and back yard visits, I’m better able to welcome the pace of the season and …Read more
July 4, 2021 Scripture Reading by Rev. Heather Robbins
Scripture Reading Rev. Heather Robbins Introduction In Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, he is talking about his abilities to preach to the people. Some have had visions and boasted about them (maybe even Paul himself). Is he writing about those who are “holier than thou”, because he is not charismatic enough or well spoken. Paul …Read more
Congregational Email June 30, 2021
MINISTER’S MESSAGE This is a difficult time for our country. As we approach Canada Day, many of us are unsure how to mark it. I have always been proud of Canada, wearing my Canadian pin when travelling overseas, flying the flag on Canada Day and being grateful for the privilege of living in such a …Read more
Congregational Email June 24, 2021
MINISTER’S MESSAGE This past week, our Visioning Committee met with Margerit R, a strategic planner who helps organizations assess their social impact and determine future direction on the basis of their social values. She is highly valued amongst Winnipeg non-profit organizations. She is also a good friend of mine. When I was talking with her …Read more
Congregational Email June 10, 2021
MINISTER’S MESSAGE We seem to have a continuous flood of global and national crises these days. After we grieved the loss of life in Israel and Palestine, we then mourned the loss of 215 children found in unmarked graves beside the Kamloops Residential School. We are still bracing ourselves for the discovery of more unmarked …Read more
Interfaith Statement of Grief and Support
Interfaith Statement of Grief and Support for the Muslim family attacked in London June 9, 2021 As leaders and members of various, local faith communities, we are shocked and distressed about the hate-provoked, targeted attack on the Muslim family in London. We offer our deep condolences to the Muslim communities. We pray for the family …Read more
June 3, 2021 Congregational Email
MINISTER’S MESSAGE This has been a heavy week as we have sat with the news of the discovery of 215 bodies of children buried in a mass, unmarked grave at the Kamloops Residential School. You will find below a poignant prayer about this from our Moderator, along with photos of how our church is commemorating …Read more
