October 20, 2026
Calvary Compass – October 20, 2026 - Calvary United Church, www.calvaryuc.ca
Dear Friends of Calvary,
Last Sunday's service with the Junior Amabile Singers and Amabile Prima was wonderful. Music definitely lifts the spirit and their choices of music made it an uplifting service. Unfortunately, there was a technical glitch and the live-stream did not work.
If you have not donated to the Canadian Foodgrains Bank yet, but plan to, the date the deadline is this coming Sunday - October 25th.
Calvary has a new part time custodian who started last Sunday. His name is Archie Antone and he is a resident property manager of Armsby Property Management. Please welcome him if you see him.
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During this time of sorrow, let us pray for those affected by the tragedy at CFB Wainwright this past weekend.
O God of comfort,
as tragedy has struck those that serve our nation at CFB Wainwright, we ask that your comfort and peace be with those affected by this tragedy. May the families affected find comfort in knowing that a nation mourns with them and they are not alone.
“Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5: 4
Worship Services are all live-streamed:
- October 25, 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiQoMBKXfIY
- November 1, 2026 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-mR0mC2cGM
NOTE: The same links will work to view the recorded service, in case you are unable to watch the live-stream.
Recorded service
(Unfortunately, the live-stream did not work for Sunday’s service.)
• October 11, 2026 (Thanksgiving) - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8I3z-4s5Bo
CANADIAN FOODGRAINS BANK 2026 FUNDRAISING INITIATIVE
This time of the year marks the beginning of Calvary's annual fundraising to support our neighbours around the world who are facing food insecurity and possible famine.
Donation envelopes are available in the church sanctuary and can be put into the offering plates OR dropped off or mailed to the church office at:
Calvary United Church
290 Ridout Street S. London, Ontario N6C 3Z1
1. Make cheque payable to " Canadian Foodgrains Bank".
2. Write " Caradoc Growing Project" in the Memo line in the bottom, left hand corner of the cheque.
3. VERY IMPORTANT NOTE: Cheques must NOT be made out to the church as there is no way to process them.
4. We request that your donations be received by Oct 25, 2026.
E-transferring is also possible:
1. Set up your recipient as caradocgrowing project02@gmail.com (Note 02 are numbers and not letters)
2. Use Caradoc Growing Project as the contact name
3. Carol Stanley is the Caradoc Growing Project treasurer. Input Carol's email address as castanley97@gmail.com
4. Your full address and postal code must be put in the message box to ensure a tax receipt can be sent to you. Also include Calvary United Church as your faith group.
5. Proceed as your financial institution prompts you.
NOTE that Carol will need to know the answer to your security question, so you need to send that to her in a separate email to castanley97@gmail.com
You may also make a note of Carol's cell phone number 519-902-3357.
Thank you.
CHURCH BAZAAR
The Newly New Tables are looking forward to getting your treasurers for the Fall Bazaar.
Clean those closets and drawers on the next rainy day, cool day. Remember no clothing nor shoes ... but the rest we happily accept!
Hold off on bringing them to the church until the first week of November.
Jewelry
In preparation for the Nov. 7th church bazaar, a large plastic container has been placed on the table by the parking lot door if you have any of the following to donate to the jewelry table, please put them in the container.
• jewelry
• scarves
• purses
• hats
Thank you!
Calling All Bakers - Ladies & Gents
We are hoping that you are beginning to think of all the goodies that you like to bake. Your contributions make Calvary’s Sale a success every year!
Things that sell well are cookies, tarts, squares, muffins and small loaves. (no large cakes and pies, thanks)
If your baking freezes well and you would like to store it in either Brenda or Liz’s freezer. Give them a call. Otherwise plan to bring your baking to the kitchen of the church, between 9-11 on Friday Nov, 6, for packing and pricing. Thank you.
Brenda Radforth 519-685-6196 and Liz Macdonald 519-663-5020
Preserves
If you have made some jams and different kinds of preserves , please bring them to the church on Friday, November 6th between 9 -11 so that they can be put onto the preserve table.
ADVENT STUDY
Rev. Rob is conducting an Advent Study at White Oaks UC.
November 30th
December 7th
December 14
December 21
The study book is entitled "Advent Can Still Change the World" by Josh Scott.
Paperbacks and ebook editions are available at http://www.cokebury.com
It is also available at Indigo here in London.
Zoom links will be available before the first session.
CHAMPION
On Wednesday, October 28th, we have a special treat happening. The Stetson Brothers - Jerry Fletcher (Catherine's husband), Frank Ridsdale and Jim Zucchero will be performing for us. They have performed at various venues throughout the city. such as the Gathering on the Green. It should be a wonderful performance and everyone is invited to come and hear them. CHAMPION meets at 1:00 pm in the parlour. See you on the 28th.
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 7
- Calvary Fall Bazaar, 9am to noon
- Elmwood Presbyterian Fall Food Fare and Bazaar, 10am to 1pm
- Siloam United Church Santa Shoppe Bazaar, 10am to 1pm
- Richards Memorial United Church, Holiday Craft Sale & Tea Room, 9am to 1pm
Saturday, November 14
- 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
Saturday, November 28
- White Oaks United Church, Annual Christmas Bazaar, 12noon to 3pm
CALVARY CATALYST
Submissions for the next Calvary Catalyst are due Tuesday, November 10th. Please send them to Kim at calvaryuc@execulink.com.
MEETINGS THIS WEEK
* CHAMPION - Wednesday - 1:00 -3:30 pm
* Church Council - Wednesday - 7:00pm via Zoom
* Book Club - Monday - 7:30 pm via Zoom
BIBLE STUDY
There will be no Bible Study this week.
PSALM FOR THE WEEK
Psalm 96: 1 - 4 from the King James Bible version translation
O sing unto the Lord a new song:
sing unto the Lord, all the earth.
Sing unto the Lord, bless his name;
shew forth his salvation from day to day.
Declare his glory among the heathen,
his wonders among all people.
For the Lord is great, and greatly to be praised:
he is to be feared above all gods.
PRAYER FOR THE WEEK
O God,
our hearts are filled with joy, knowing you are
with us in all ways. We give you thanks for you are the
God of wonders, who blesses us and brings us comfort
for our daily living. May nothing keep us from lifting
our voices in praise each and every day. Amen.
Prayer focus: For those that are patiently waiting diagnosis