November 10, 2026
Calvary Compass – November 10, 2026 - Calvary United Church, www.calvaryuc.ca
Dear Friends of Calvary,
Our Church Bazaar was a great success last Saturday. At present, the total of funds raised is $5,561.20. Often over the year, some additional funds usually trickle in from various purchases of leftover bazaar items. Thank you to everyone who attended and purchased items. Also thank you to all who volunteered their time to help make it a successful bazaar whether it was working at the tables, setting up and taking down tables and chairs. Thank you to those who donated delicious baked goods. The table was overflowing at the beginning, but only a couple of items were left at the end. Thank you for all those who made jams and preserves. There are still a few items left, but the majority of things were sold. Thank you to those who donated jewelry, scarves and purses. There seemed to be lots of people buying items and showing off their new purchases. Thank you to all who made craft items and donated them. There were lots of items to choose from. The Gently Used section seemed to be quite busy with a variety of interesting items. Thank you to all who donated items. Thank you to all who donated books, puzzles, DVD"s and CD's. There were different titles and authors to choose from. Thank you to all who helped make the frozen items for the Frozen Food section. When there is a big event, we all work together to make it a success!
Next Sunday is Anniversary Sunday. Rev. Rob Apgar-Taylor will be conducting our service. Rev. Kerry will initially be at Riverside for their 9:30 am service and going to White Oaks for their 11:00 am service. If possible, please remember to bring your Anniversary offering and your completed Called to Be the Church form. There will be cake served at our Coffee Hour with coffee, tea and juice.
Your Catalyst submissions are due today, November 10th. Please send them to Kim at calvaryuc@execulink.com
Worship Services are all live-streamed:
• November 15, 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R0lDCHkz7Ig
• November 22, 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FLW6CnCX3Os
NOTE: The same links will work to view the recorded service, in case you are unable to watch the live-stream.
Recorded service
- November 8, 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9c7p585UcME
MESSY CHURCH
Another Messy Church event is happening on Friday, November 13th at Riverside United Church. Everyone is invited to come out, enjoy some tacos and activities. There will also be activities for teens. This event is supported by the Shared Ministries of Wesley-Knox, White Oaks, Riverside and Calvary.
CHAMPION
This Wednesday, November 11, we have an Occupational Therapist coming to talk to us about how to prevent falls and safety techniques. Everyone is invited to come and hear her. She will be showing a short video and have some handouts. CHAMPION starts at 1:00 pm.
EMMA PENNELL
This past Sunday our Minute for Affirming was about Emma Pennell. Emma is a 2-Spirit L'nuk/Mi'kmaq soprano, Dora Award-winning librettist and creator, whose pronouns are they/them.
They hold an honours Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance with a minor in Indigenous Studies from Western University, an Advanced Diploma from Cambrian College and an Artist Diploma from the Glenn Gould School.
Emma is a member of the Canadian Opera Company Ensemble Studio and has quickly established themself as one of Canada's most compelling young singers. Their performance of Ana Sokolovic's, "You Can Die Properly Now" in the Mi'kmaw language, is dedicated to the Indigenous children who were sent to residential schools in Canada, and never returned home. They was most recently part of the Canadian Opera Company's cast in Giuseppe Verdi's LA TRAVIATA.
To learn more about Emma and to hear them sing, you can check out their website at: emmapennell.com or hear their interview on CBC's "Q with Tom Power" to go to: https://www.cbc.ca/arts/q/emma-pennell-used-to-sing-to-trees-now-theyre-singing-on-canadas-largest-opera-stage-9.7362853
TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE
Riverside United is hosting the Transgender Day of Remembrance on Thursday, November 19th at 6:00 pm in their sanctuary. There are refreshments afterwards. Calvary has sent some money to help defer some of the costs for the event. All are welcome to attend.
Fall and Christmas Events
It’s that time of year again! Posters for the events listed below are on the bulletin board at the parking lot entrance.
Saturday, November 14
- Coro d’Argento (Amabile) concert, “Songs of Life”, Saturday, November 14th at 3:30pm Calvary United Church. Free will offering.
- Richards Memorial UCW Roast Beef Dinner, 5 to 7pm, call 519-455-3470 to purchase tickets
Saturday, November 21
- Lambeth United Church, Holly Berry Bazaar, 11am to 1pm
- Rowntree United Church Christmas Bazaar, 10am to 1 pm
- St. Andrew Memorial, Mistletoe Bazaar, 9am to 1pm
Saturday, November 28
- White Oaks United Church, Annual Christmas Bazaar, 12noon to 3pm
- Fischer & Friends Christmas Concert, St. Andrew Memorial, 7pm, Tickets $15
Saturday, December 4th and 5th
- Christmas Market in Wortley Village sponsored by OSCO, see poster below.
Saturday, December 5
- Wesley-Knox UC, Christmas Bazaar, 10am to 2pm
- Wesley-Knox UC, A Child is Born with Denise Pelley, 7:30pm, Tickets $25
MEETINGS THIS WEEK
- CHAMPION - Wednesday - 1:00 - 3:30 pm
- Worship Committee, Wednesday, 3:30pm on Zoom
- Bible Study - Thursday - 11:00 am - 12 Noon via Zoom
BIBLE STUDY
Scripture Readings - Psalm 123; Matthew 25: 14 - 30;
PSALM FOR THE WEEK
Psalm 71 from the King James Version translation
In thee, O Lord, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion.
Deliver me in thy righteousness,
and cause me to escape:
incline thine ear unto me, and save me.
Be thou my strong habitation,
whereunto I may continually resort:
thou hast given commandment to save me;
for thou art the rock and my fortress.
Deliver me, O my God, out of the hand of the wicked,
out of the hand of the unrighteousness and cruel man.
For thou art my hope, O Lord God, thou art my trust from my youth.
PRAYER FOR THE WEEK
God of peace and love,
breath into us new life and new hope.
Nourish us in our innermost beings so
we may be ready for the future with the
joyful confidence of people who are in awe
of your greatness and confident in your care.
We ask this in the powerful name
of Christ Jesus our Saviour. Amen.
Prayer focus: May peace prevail in our hearts, homes and throughout the world.