September 15, 2026
Calvary Compass – September 15, 2026 - Calvary United Church, www.calvaryuc.ca
Dear Friends of Calvary,
Last Sunday was Gathering Sunday. Many people came down to enjoy an ice cream sundae and a chat with their friends. The Sunday School children made some Welcome signs to decorate the lower hall plus some chalk drawings on the sidewalk outside.
This Sunday, Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor will be conducting our morning worship service. Rev. Kerry will be at White Oaks U.C. This is part of our Shared Ministry Project.
The Scouting and Guiding groups will be starting their meetings this week and filling out lower hall and meeting room with laughter and noise.
Worship Services are all live-streamed:
September 20 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtcOsBmhoAQ
September 27 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35s-ittDiOg
NOTE: The same links will work to view the recorded service, in case you are unable to watch the live-stream.
Recorded service for
September 13 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oGdDXPe_Ze4
JAZZ VESPERS RETURNS ON Wednesday October 7th at 7pm.
BOGUS EMAIL – Be Aware!
The email below has been circulating. It is NOT from Kerry and you should not respond. Please delete immediately. Always check where the email is coming from. Rev. Kerry’s email is: Kerry.stover@calvaryunitedchurch.on.ca.
On Sep 14, 2026, at 11:57 AM, Rev. Kerry Stover <office.leadseniorpastor@minister.com> wrote:
Hi [name],
Would have called, but I’m currently in a pressing meeting. I have an important task I'd like your help with. Please let me know if you’re available at the moment, and email me back as soon as you get this message.
Blessings,
Kerry
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Calvary United Church of Canada
290 Ridout Street South, London
Ontario N6C 3Z1
SUNDAES ON SUNDAY!
Everyone enjoyed making their own Sundaes after the church service. Lots of toppings to choose from!
CALVARY'S BRIDGE GROUP
The Calvary Bridge Group is meeting this Thursday at 1:00 pm in the church parlour. Looking forward to seeing everyone. New members are welcome. For more information, call Julie Downes at 519-433-7155
VEGETARIAN HARVEST DINNER
Calvary's Vegetarian Harvest Dinner in support of Canadian Foodgrains Bank will be held on Sunday, October 4th at 5 pm. This buffet meal will be prepared and served by the Outreach Committee and others in the Lower Hall.
Tickets are $20 for adults and free for children 10 years and under. Tickets can be purchased from the church office and at Tuckey Home Hardware store in Wortley village. Tickets will also be sold during Coffee Hour following church service on Sept. 13, Sept. 20 and Sept. 27.
This dinner has sold out in the past so get your tickets early and don't be disappointed!
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.
YOUTH GROUP
Join the youth group at Wesley-Knox and Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor on Sunday, September 27th to learn all about Salthaven Wildlife Rescue. All Youth and Young Adults are welcome.
TACO AND TRIVIA NIGHT
Taco and Trivia Night at Wesley-Knox United Church on Saturday, September 26th.
Times: optional $5 Taco Meal from 5:45 -6:30 pm
Free Fun Trivia starts at 6:30 pm - doors open at 5:30 pm
If you are planning to join, please RSVP by September 24th at 5 pm
Let them know how many are coming and if you prefer hard or soft tacos at ejsmall@amtelecom.net
Each $5 meal includes 2 tacos + salad + dessert
Doors open at 5:30 pm - you can pay for your meal at the welcome desk
OR send e-transfer to communitylife@wesleyknox.com
-please type "Taco" in the memo field
FYI we will be having an International Food Fest Event on Saturday, October 3rd. This time round we will be offering a full Italian menu - cost $25 per person. A poster for that event will follow at a later date.
BECOMING INTERCULTURAL
What does it mean to go beyond simple inclusion or diversity initiatives and move toward genuine transformation?
Beginning October 14, this six-session interactive course will help ministry teams and individuals explore practical ways to build intercultural communities rooted in deep listening, shared power, responsibility, and hope.
Led by Rev. Dr. Hyuk Cho of the Vancouver School of Theology, the series will connect intercultural theology and biblical reflection with the lived realities of congregations. Participate as an individual or as part of a congregational team. Learn more and register on CHURCHx.
Please let Rev. Michelle know if you are interested in joining with others from our SW London Shared Ministry to learn together. owens@whiteoaksunitedchurch.ca
MEETINGS THIS WEEK:
* Trustees- Tuesday - 7:30 pm via Zoom
* CHAMPION - Wednesday - 1:00 - 3:30 pm
* Church Council - Wednesday - 7:00 pm via Zoom
* Bible Study - Thursday - 11:00 am - 12 Noon via Zoom
* Bridge Group - Thursday - 1:00 pm in parlour
BIBLE STUDY:
Scripture Readings: Psalm 105: 1 - 6: 37 - 45; Matthew 20: 1 - 6;
PSALM FOR THE WEEK:
Psalm 17: 6 - 8 from the Contemporary English Bible Translation
I pray to you, God,
because you will help me.
Listen and answer my prayer!
Show your wonderful love.
Your mighty arm protects those
who run to you for safety
from their enemies.
Protect me as you would
your very own eyes;
hide me in the shadow
of your wings.
PRAYER FOR THE WEEK
O God,
We give thanks for your beloved son, Jesus Christ, in
whom we put our trust and our witness to his wonderful
blessings in our lives. Make us responsive to his teachings
as we go forward in our daily living. Amen.
Prayer focus for this week: Those who work and pray for peace for this world.