October 31, 2025
How is everyone doing? I will keep this message short as I saw a wonderful Devotional that I’d like to include in this week’s email. I find having a thankful heart can sometimes be so difficult when you lose sense of the most important things in life. Watching Hurricane Melissa cause so much destruction this week really makes you realize it’s the little things in life that make it so special and important.
Don’t you think?
A reminder that Rev. Dr. Victor Shepherd will be speaking at Glenbrook on Sunday Nov 9th, 16th and 23rd.
Have a great week,
Trick or Treat and GO Jays GO!!!
Andrea
DEVOTIONAL
A Thankful Heart
Look around you and take notice of all that you observe. What are you truly thankful for? I give thanks to the Lord for the air that we breathe, the sun, the stars that shine in the night sky, the trees, flowers, plants, shrubs, especially for the richness of the earth and soil, for without that richness and the mineral content of the soil, we would not have the abundant crops growing that help sustain us every single day. I am so thankful for the animals that in turn feed us. I am thankful as well for the oceans, rivers, lakes, streams and other bodies of water which give us the most important fluid, water, to keep us alive, healthy and clean. I am thankful for my job, for my family, for my children, for education, for health, for the people that I have known all my life, for the friends that I have met along the way and for the ones who lift me up in prayer. I am even thankful for the problems that come up, as they help to strengthen my relationship with my heavenly Father. I am most thankful for Jesus Christ, for He died on the cross for me. I am thankful for salvation and the promise of an eternal life in heaven with Him. "Give thanks with a grateful heart."
Elaine Sutcliffe
Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
GLENBROOK ANNOUNCEMENTS
JOIN US FOR LUNCH AND CONGREGATIONAL PASTOR SEARCH MEETING ON NOVEMBER 9TH
You are invited…
What? Congregational Lunch Meeting
Who? All Glenbrook Members and Adherents
Why? For the Search Committee to receive input from the congregation in the search process
When? Following the service on November 9th from 11:30 to 1 pm
More Information…
As you know by now, Session has appointed a Pastoral Search Committee. The members include: Conrad Fujimoto, Grace Thomas, Justice Agyemang, Margaret Leaver Power, Nancy Alexander, Samantha De Jourden and Ward Pipher. We are fortunate to have Pastor Stephen Rothery, our interim moderator, lead the Search Committee in congregational analysis and setting goals for the future. This undertaking occurs early in the search process, and its purpose is to help identify the roles and expectations of both minister and congregation. Congregational involvement early in this process is essential. While self-analysis can be challenging for a congregation, it can help the congregation to understand itself clearly and thus provide a more accurate basis for assessing the suitability of a particular candidate for that congregation.
We would like to begin this process of self-analysis with our congregation on Sunday, November 9th by inviting our members and adherents to stay for a light lunch and discussion immediately following the morning service. The meeting format is designed to give everyone an opportunity to share their thoughts and ideas but also to respect those who would rather share their perspective more privately. We will make this option available to folks following the meeting.
When we have completed this step, we will begin work on our next step…the Congregational Profile Form. When completed, the profile will provide general information about the congregation and community, the goals and objectives of the congregation, the pastoral skills it needs, and a position description for the minister.
Please join us on November 9th for this important meeting. We will conclude the session at 1pm sharp. We are also requesting cookies and squares for dessert. A sign-up sheet is located on the table in the foyer.
RAW CARROT SOUP PICK UP THIS SUNDAY
To all those who ordered soup, it is here at church and will be available for pick up after the service. If payments still need to be made please bring cash. The orange table will be hosted by Ann Heeds and Nancy Law to retrieve your orders. Thanks again for the support, Geraldine and Cynthia picked up 69 packages of soup for which The Raw Carrot receives all funds.
Saturday saw dedicated gardeners out in the Community Garden closing up plots for the winter. This is a special little ministry as the growers often donate produce to Eden Food for Change and of course, share the fruits of their labours amongst themselves. Great way to socialize, make new friends, save some grocery money and enjoy God's creation. A thank you goes out to Chris Starkey - garden organizer and to Ingrid Brown as she is the face the seasonal plot owners see with any concerns. I know she also benefits from the gifts of fresh produce throughout the summer.
As a little thank you to the people involved Glenbrook offered hot drinks, donuts and muffins during a break from the work outside.
Thanks, Cynthia
CAMP CAIRN ANNIVERSARY EVENT
Camp Cairn 95th Anniversary Event
“Echoes and Embers” is Camp Carin’s 95th Anniversary celebration event. It is on Saturday, November 1 at Trinity York Mills Presbyterian Church.
See the details below or talk to Nancy for more information.
For more info
Email: ilovecamp.org
Or visit: https://www.ilovecamp.org/anniversary-events
FAMILY FELLOWSHIP EVENTS
As the Family Outreach Coordinator, I will be creating and leading programs for the congregation with a focus on children, youth, and families. In order to do this effectively, I will need input from you. Please join me in a discussion regarding future church-wide fellowship opportunities. I would like to hear what has worked in the past and what hasn’t. I would love to hear your ideas for future fellowship events. Please meet me after church on Sunday, November 2 in the Hearth room to get the discussion started.
-Nancy
JOIN OUR GLENBROOK GOOD NEIGHBOUR FOOD GRAINS CAMPAIGN THIS FALL
As you know our goal was to reach $6,000 to support our Good Neighbour Food Grains Project as it reaches out to bring relief to world food emergencies and food unsustainability. GREAT NEWS! Our new total is now just over $6,563!!
We are so excited about achieving our goal!! Thank you for your amazing support!! We’d love to exceed our target as we did last year. We will keep our campaign open to November 23rd for others who wish to contribute to this critical need in our world!
To donate:
Offering envelope or your own blank envelope—designate for Good Neighbour campaign/Foodgrains and place in offering plate.
Online: e-transfer to treasurer@glenbrook.ca - designate for Foodgrains Campaign.
Separate envelope—designate for Good Neighbour campaign, place in offering plate.
Mail: Glenbrook Presbyterian Church, 3535 South Common Ct. Mississauga ON L5L 2B3 & designate for Food Grains Campaign.
Please enclose your name and address to receive a charitable donation receipt. Designate cheques for Glenbrook Presbyterian Church.
Thank you for your faithful response to God’s call to help our world neighbours!!!
THE MIKE JANZEN BAND
The Mike Janzen band is coming to Tyndale University in North York, Toronto on November 9th, 2025. The McWhinnie’s son in law Silas Friesen is also in this band!
“Melding jazz, pop and classical styles, Mike Janzen brings an imaginative and fresh voice to the current music scene. From soul-stirring songwriting to mesmerizing piano solos, Mike’s music is approachable and hits the deep places of the heart. The JUNO- and GMA-nominated musician has performed in concert halls, churches and festivals across North America, combining undeniable talent with a desire to create music that draws attention to the Maker.”
Tickets are available through Tickemaster
COFFEE HOUSE
I would like to invite you to a Coffee House on Saturday, November 22 from 2-4pm here at Glenbrook. My friend, Lloyd and I play guitar and will be sharing our love of music from the 60’s and 70’s. Please let us know if you can join us. There is a sign-up sheet on the entrance table, or you can email me at family.outreach@glenbrook.com.
-Nancy
LADIE’S LUNCH
The next Ladies’ Lunch is scheduled for Tuesday November 25th. As mentioned before, if you would like to try a new venue and would like to organize that please keep in mind accessibility and cost and let Bonnie know before Sunday November 23rd to make reservations. If there is no confirmation of venue, it will be held at Mulligans’ Pub like last time. The sign-up sheet is in the front lobby.
Thanks!
Note - The next Ladie’s Lunch will resume in January 2026 after the holiday season.
SENIOR CHRISTMAS TEA & SOCIAL
Mark your calendar - Seniors Christmas Tea & Social will be held on December 11th. More details to follow in the next few weeks.
NURSERY SCHEDULE NOVEMBER - DECEMBER
Below is the new schedule for the Nursery, if there are any switches made please let the office know so they can update the schedule.
The office number is 905-820-9860.
November 2 - Elayne
November 9 - Anamika
November 16 - Elaine
November 23 - Nancy
November 30 - Ann
December 7- Rachel
December 14 - Elayne
December 21- Cynthia
December 28- Anamika
NOVEMBER 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 Nov 2nd, 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
Scripture Readings
1 Kings 18:36-40
Psalm 137:7-9 and Palm 139:19-24
2 Timothy 3:14-17
Matthew 5:17-20
Message: The ‘Good Book’: How Good is It? Should It Be Censored?
