May 2, 2025
Hello Glenbrook,
I hope to find you all well, a few new announcements below so be sure to scroll down. I recently ordered some soup from Raw Carrot via Cynthia and let me tell you, it was a big hit! The Carrot is deliiiiicious as was the Thai flavour. Very hearty soups, a nice cozy comfort!
Please be sure to join us this Sunday as we have Pastor Ian’s daughter Jillian joining us for service, it’s going to be great. Take care of yourselves have a wonderful week.
-Andrea
Devotional
Romans 12:9a,10 – Love must be sincere. Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. (NIV)
I just returned from leading a weekend retreat with ten members of my youth group. I selected the theme of "Becoming" and chose Romans 12 as the Scripture passage. Over the course of the weekend, I was invigorated by the sincere desires and earnest dreams that I sensed within my youthful friends.
The theme itself came from the song "Place in this World," by Michael W. Smith. In the song, he uses the turn of phrase, "And this becoming is harder than it seems." For so many of our youth, this sentiment is a cold reality. I wonder how much we adults contribute to this reality. How often do we judge our young people by what they wear or how they look instead of seeking to discover the love they hold within them?
One of my youth members, in discussing the weekend afterwards, made the comment, "The whole weekend, everything, was about love; it's the only real way to live." May we all take something from this insightful young man and strive to give to his generation all the love and acceptance that our Christian hearts can muster … because every one of them is special and every one of them needs to hear that message.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, help us to look beyond the surface to discover the beautiful person that lies below the hurt and pain within us all. Help us to love the young people in our lives and seek to give them the guidance and caring that they need as they grow. Help us to remember that it is not only our youth that must grow in faith and maturity, but that we are all in a process of becoming, together. Amen.
Derrick Cunningham
Cobourg, Ontario, Canada
Children and Youth Ministry
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We are planning to restart our Sunday Nursery program. We are looking for volunteers to occasionally watch over our little ones in the nursery during our Sunday worship service. If you are interested in helping with this important ministry, please fill-in the signup list on the table in front of the sanctuary. Alternatively, you can contact Cindy Hallman directly if you have any questions.
Muffins for Missions
Muffins For Missions is THIS SUNDAY May 4th with donations going to Indwell. I know the wonderful words spoken by Jess Brand last Sunday are still fresh in my memory. The work of Indwell is a true blessing and the commitment of the people involved is so apparent. Enjoy a Muffin and give.
As the warm weather has appeared maybe you are all looking at your summer plans. Please mark Wednesday July 30th for the Annual Glenbrook Chicken BBQ as we are officially booked again with Jim's BBQ from Arthur Ontario.
McCauley Scholarship Application Invitation
Glenbrook, through the Gordon McCauley Scholarship and Trust Fund has an opportunity and funds set aside, for two students seeking financial assistance. This trust was generously set-up through Gordon McCauley who wanted to benefit and help young people associated with our congregation with the costs of tuition etc. If you qualify and are interested, please contact the Glenbrook office for an application form. If you have any questions, please contact the office and we will put you in touch with the Trustees of this fund. The deadline for receiving applications will be May 31st.
Bible Study begins this Tuesday May 6th!
Men’s Lunch
The Men’s Lunch will be held on Wednesday May 21. The restaurant will be announced shortly.
HOLD THE DATE JUNE 7th Bridal Tea for Sam
Ladies of Glenbrook, come and celebrate with us the wedding of our special friend Samantha Black. We are having a bridal tea for Samantha on June 7th. There will be a sign-up sheet in the front lobby. If you plan to attend, please let us know so we have numbers for preparation of the food. Thank you
St. Thomas à Becket Cricket Tournament
The cricket tournament returns on July 12th! An invitation to all churches in the area, including Glenbrook. No experience is required and if you would like to come out and watch that’s fine too! Save the date and if interested please speak to Pastor Ian.
Looking for Coffee Volunteers
If anyone is interested in volunteering for coffee services on Sundays after the service, please let Admin know as we are a bit short staffed. Monthly or every other month?
Thank you!
Current Projects of PWS&D
The Presbyterian Church supports many mission projects and social justice initiatives through Presbyterian Sharing and Presbyterian World Service and Development. If you want to know more, please link to the following video for more information. Please also speak to Ellys Mackenzie who is Glenbrook's Champion. She will be glad to give you updates on the current projects of PWS&D.
Link:
🚨 ALERT: Fraudulent Door-to-Door Fundraiser 🚨
We have been informed from our local community councillor (Ward 7, Mississauga) that a woman has been fraudulently canvassing neighbourhoods in Mississauga, claiming to represent The Compass Food Bank & Outreach Centre and soliciting cash donations.
This has been happening sporadically over the past year. Despite reports to the police, they can only act if someone who donated money comes forward to press charges.
⚠️ What You Need to Know:
The Compass does not send anyone door-to-door to collect donations.
The woman only accepts cash and refuses food donations.
She may pretend to know you or your family members to gain trust.
She was last reported near Bloor & Dixie.
🛑 What You Can Do:
✔️ Don’t give cash to anyone claiming to represent The Compass at your door.
✔️ If approached, get a photo if it’s safe, and report it immediately to Peel Regional Police and The Compass.
✔️ Spread the word — talk to your neighbours, especially seniors and those who may be more vulnerable.
✔️ Direct anyone wanting to donate to the official website: www.thecompass.ca
Let’s keep our community safe and ensure that every dollar meant to help those in need actually does.
May Schedule of Volunteers
Please let me know if there are any dates which I need to change or move for you 😊 If you would like to join the volunteer team even once every few months, let me know!
Service for Sunday May 4th, 2025
Please note that all services will be available on the SAME link each time. So click on the link below to watch all services live with us.
Enjoy the service!
https://www.youtube.com/c/GlenbrookPresbyterian/live
Welcome and Announcements
Bumper Video: “ God Wants To Meet With You ”
Responsive Call To Worship:
One: Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth
All: Worship The Lord with gladness; come into His presence with singing.
One: Know that the Lord is God.
All: It is the Lord that made us and we are His; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture.
One: Enter into the gates with thanksgiving and into His courts with praise.
All: Give thanks and bless His name.
Worship Song: “ Goodness of God ”
Gathering Prayer/Thoughts:
Worship Song: “ Psalm 23 ”
Prayers of Adoration and Confession:
Worship Song: “ You Are Merciful To Me”
Scripture Reading:
Psalm 23 NRSVA
John 21:1-19 NRSVA
Bumper Slide: “ A Self-Giving Love”
Message: “A Self-giving Love”
Jillian McWhinnie
Tithes and Offerings
Offering Song of Dedication: “ Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”
Prayer of Dedication:
Prayer of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Hymn : “The Same Love”
Benediction
Benediction Song: “Shalom My Friend”
Have a great week,
Andrea
