April 10,2026
Hello Glenbrook!
Good afternoon everyone, I was visiting a garden centre the other day and it was so lovely seeing all the plants and flowers being set up for Spring. Sometimes our winters never seem to end, but April always reminds us that the flowers and all the greenery will soon return, it always does. I hope you have a great week and we will meet here again, until then take care of yourselves!
Andrea
FREE INCOME TAX PREPERATION
Glenbrook is a registered organization with the CRA's CVITP (Community volunteer income tax preparer) program. If you have a modest income and a simple tax situation, we can prepare and file your income taxes for free. If you prefer to do your own taxes, we can help if you have any technical difficulties with your tax software. For more information email Caroline Wong at caroline1008@gmail.com
CONGREGATIONAL ROLL & NEW MEMBERS - Sunday April 12 & 19
A reminder to please check your name on the lists on the front table to help us ensure our congregational roll is accurate. You will notice that there are members and adherents. Members and adherents share many of the same privileges and responsibilities, however there are a few items that require membership to participate. In the Presbyterian Church in Canada, only members are able to vote and sign the call for a new minister.
For those that have expressed an interest in becoming a member at Glenbrook, Pastor Steve will hold the classes for New Members on Sunday April 12 and 19 at 2:00 in the Board Room. If you are interested, please let Nancy Alexander or an elder know
MEN'S LUNCH
The men's monthly lunch will be at Mulligan's Pub on Wednesday April 15thatnoon. There is a sign up sheet on the front table for anyone interested in going, please sign up!
WOMEN'S DAY LUNCHEON- Last Week to Sign Up
We will host a Women’s Luncheon on Saturday, April 18 from 11am-2pm for the women from Glenbrook and St. Thomas A Becket churches. This is the last week to sign up, Emma Goldstein from PWS&D will be speaking about the work they are doing to help women in their international ministries. Please sign up if you are interested in attending. A free will offering is appreciated on the day of the event.
THE RAW CARROT
It is SOUP ORDER TIME AGAIN – Short notice, sorry, orders must be received by NEXT SUNDAY APRIL the 19th.
Remember this is a pre-order that you pay for ahead of time. - Soup will be here at church for you to pick up the Sunday after the Order Deadline.
PICK UP OF YOUR SOUP WILL BE SUNDAY APRIL 26th.
(Cash payments can be made at pick up time), but prepayment by etransfer to glenbrookpcevents@gmail.com is PREFERRED
To refresh your memory about what flavours there are;
Vegetarian/Vegan
- Signature Carrot
- Hearty Lentil and Barley
- Veggie Mania
Bone-broth lovers
- Flying Noodle (this gourmet chicken noodle soup) is cooked with split chicken breast on-the-bone, making it super tasty, healthy and the best "cold-fixer" all at the same time .Gluten-free
- Signature Carrot
- Veggie Mania
- Spicy-ish Italian Sausage
- Mulligatawny
Tell your family and friends! Order by writing in your requests at the Lobby table.
Thanks for your support of The Raw Carrot Enterprise.
AN AFTERNOON OF GAMES
Join us for an Afternoon of Games on Saturday, April 25 from 2-4 pm.
Bring a game to share or play one of ours. Either way, it’s going to be fun!!
CAMP CAIRN
Camp Cairn is our Presbyterian Church Camp in Muskoka. They have a variety of camps for children and youth but also opportunities for you to enjoy camp with your family and friends. All ages camps include Family Camp, Away at the Lake, and Fall by the Fireside. There is something for everyone! Please visit www.ilovecamp.orgfor more details or see Nancy Law if you have any questions.
INDWELL EVENT
Indwell wanted to thank Glenbrook for their ongoing support. We are helping them to create affordable housing communities that support people seeking health, wellness and belonging. We are invited to join them for a night of purpose, celebration and transforming lives, supporting Hope and Homes for all. On Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, Summit Garden Chinese Cuisine (3015 Winston Churchill Blvd) is hosting an amazing (and delicious) fundraiser for Indwell- “Opening More Doors with Indwell: Supportive Housing that Transforms Live”.
Book your $150 ticket or table of 10 by April 17th for the April 23rdevent. They can't wait to celebrate with us! Go to indwell.ca/event for more information and to register.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
If you love to work with children, we would love to have you help with Sunday School or in the Nursery. Please contact Nancy Law for more information.
family.outreach@glenbrook.ca
Call 905-330-7273
APRIL/MAY NURSERY SCHEDULE
Below is the 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.
April 12 Elayne T
April 19 Cynthia
April 26 Ann R
May 3 Rachel
May 10 Anamika
May 17 Nancy A
APRIL 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.
SUNDAY SERVICE FOR APRIL 12th, 2026
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!
Scripture Readings and the Message
Psalm 96:1-9, Hebrews 10:19-25, Luke 4:16-21
Message: A Note on Worship
Eat This Bread
Communion
Invitation to the Table of the Lord
The Apostles’ Creed and Passing of the Peace
Prayers of Dedication, Thanksgiving and Intercession
Presentation and Distribution of the Elements
Closing prayer
Closing Hymn
Crown Him with Many Crowns
Benediction
