IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF
December 28, 2025-January 4, 2026
You will find the videos for last several services at the following YouTube links:
Intergenerational Christmas Pageant-December 21, 2025: https://youtu.be/JDddELcSRO0
Christmas Eve Service-Wednesday December 24, 2025: https://youtu.be/w6x64TyXL6s
Christmas Day Service-Thursday December 25, 2025: https://youtu.be/m09ki8PBDPw
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Announcements: Coming Events - bold print - events here at St. Peter’s
Dec. 28 Today, Christmas Worship – Lessons and Carols
Jan. 4 Fellowship Time following worship
Jan. 21 Bible Study
Feb. 18 Ash Wednesday 7 pm (further details to follow)
The Life of St. Peter’s for the week of December 28, 2025-January 4, 2026
Monday 6:00 pm Grand River Hockey Club (F.Hall)
Tuesday 5:30 pm Scouts (Scout Rm., F.Hall, Art Rm.)
Wednesday 5:30 pm Grand River Hockey Club (F.Hall)
10:00 pm RCCG (Chapel)
Thursday 6:00 pm Grand River Hockey Club (F.Hall)
Friday 6:00 pm Penny & Pounds (Art Rm.
Saturday 12:00 pm Penny & Pounds (Art Rm.)
Sunday 10:00 am St. Peter’s Worship Service (Sanctuary)
11:30 am Immanuel City Worship Service (Music Rm.)
12:00 pm RCCG Worship Service (Sanctuary)
1:00 pm The Refuge Church Worship Service (Chapel)
2:00 pm Penny & Pounds (F.Hall)
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Pastoral Visit: Pastor Laura is available for visits by appointment by calling the church office, 519-653-4721. Whether you have a particular pastoral concern or would just like some one-to-one time to get to know Pastor Laura, she would love to meet with you.
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Prayer List: Bill, Lynn, Helen, Sharon, Donald, Clara, Carol, Lee, Maria, Deborah, Luis, Ginette, Mary, Donna, Tara, Elizabeth, Judy, Barb, Riitta, Raz, Alice, Grant, Ken
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Weekly Bible Study – Next session – January 21, 2026 at 10:30 am. It takes place every Wednesday, except the 2nd week of the month in the lounge at St. Peter’s Place.
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Help us Feed Our neighbours in need – as the cold weather sets in, the Freedom Centre is partnering with the Cambridge Warming Centre to help those experiencing homelessness find warmth, care, and a good meal. We’re looking for volunteers to make sandwiches on Mondays for the Warming Centre in Cambridge. When: Mondays; Time Commitment: 1-2 hours (1-3 pm). Your small act of kindness can make a big difference for someone facing a cold night. To volunteer or learn more, please contact info@freedomcentre.ca. We can spread warmth, hop, and compassion – one sandwich at a time.
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We need you to help feed our neighbourhood! The freedom Centre has joined with Cambridge Community Table to offer a meal to our community twice a month on Tuesday night. We need volunteers: Food Preparation, set up, take down, meet and Greet. Every hour you can give once or twice a month. Call for information 519-591-6518 or email rosemary@freedomcentre.ca. Donations of the following are always needed and welcome: Paper plates, Napkins, Paper cups with lids, Take out containers, Peanut butter, Jam, Lunch meats, Gift certificates for groceries , coffee, tea, sandwich bags, brown paper lunch bags, tin foil, saran wrap, sugar, dish soap, dishwashing tabs.
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It's Maple Syrup Time! The Maple Syrup we supply is from a Woolwich County 5th generation farm, producing Maple Syrup for over 100 years. Since 2018 all of our Maple Syrup is "Certified Organic." "It's truly the best Maple Syrup I have ever tasted. " Pastor Monika; Now is the time to pre-order.1 Litre Mason Jars are $24.00. No Tax No Tariffs, Buy Local Buy Quality; please contact Alex Black or St. Peter's Preston office (519-653-4721) To order Maple Syrup. It's a sweet deal.
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Move with Robert (Free Exercise Class Mondays 1 – 2 pm, YMCA Certified Fitness Instructor – Wear exercise shoes/bring water/no registration required/ arrive by 12:45 pm – Trillium United Church, Cambridge)
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Join us today, Sunday, December 21st immediately following the service for our annual pulled pork lunch, followed by our silent auction. Auction items will be accepted Sunday mornings or at an arranged time by calling the church office. If you haven't already indicated that you will attend please sign the sheet in the narthex. Thank you to all who signed up to help. It is greatly appreciated.
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Amidst the ongoing war in Gaza and concern that this might yet escalate into a regional war, the ELCIC National Office and Eastern Synod are launching an appeal to support the ministries of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jordan and the Holy Land (ELCJHL). Our goal is to raise $50,000 to assist in supporting this vital work that embodies faith, resilience and hope of a just peace. You are invited to be a part of this support. For more information or to make a donation visit: https://elcic.ca/holy-land/
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January 4, 2026 - Fellowship Time following worship!
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Introducing a new learning opportunity in the Conflict Management and Congregational Leadership Certificate, created to serve churches through a webinar series for church leaders and members seeking to strengthen their leadership skills. Register for one topic or join regularly. For details, topics, and dates, visit: uwaterloo.ca/conflictmanagement/ congregational-leadership-webinar-series Next webinar: Leading Congregational Meetings, Wednesday, January 14, 2026. 7:00-9:30 pm EST
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Curious about graduate studies? Passionate about peace and justice? Learn about the Master of Peace and Conflict Studies program at Conrad Grebel University College, University of Waterloo. Attend upcoming virtual information sessions for an overview of the program and connect with staff, faculty, and current students. Information Session runs 10:00-11:00 am January 15. Register at uwaterloo.ca/master-peace-conflict-studies/events
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Looking for something to do in the new year? We may have a cure for those winter blues! On Thursday, January 22nd, 10-12 noon the St. Peter's crafters will begin meeting weekly to work on crafts for the 2026 bazaar/craft sale. So if you are looking for something to do and enjoy fun & conversation please join us. We welcome your ideas! Everyone is welcome! If you have any questions contact Joanne @ wynettejoanne@gmail.com
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A special thank you to Helga Morrison for leading us in worship today, and to Jann Newton and Austin Dykstra for reading!
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