May 1, 2026
Hello Glenbrook!
I hope you’ve had an enjoyable week and a chance to spend some time outdoors. During a recent visit to the Riverwood Conservancy, I noticed the gardens are starting to come to life! The Credit River was flowing with tremendous force yet many of the small streams were still quite dry. I highly recommend their trail system for a quiet peaceful walk if you've never been there. Speaking of gardens our very own community garden is opening this Saturday! See below for more information.
Have a wonderful weekend and we will meet here again next Friday!
Andrea
ST. THOMAS à BECKET UPDATE
Many of you have been asking about St. Thomas à Becket’s new Reverend. Below is a short bio about him. If you see him around the building, please stop and give him a warm welcome!
St. Thomas à Becket is delighted to welcome the Reverend Edmund Laldin, who began his ministry with the parish on March 1, 2026. Rev. Edmund comes to us after ten years as Incumbent of the Church of St. Saviour in Winnipeg.
Born and raised in Pakistan, he came to Canada as a young adult and was ordained a deacon in 1995 and a priest in 1996. His ministry has taken him from the lower north shore of Quebec to Western Newfoundland, and eventually to Winnipeg in 2012. Over more than 30 years of ordained ministry in the Anglican Church of Canada, Rev. Edmund has served a wide range of parish communities and contributed to numerous Provincial and National Church committees and task forces.
He holds degrees in Commerce, Divinity, and Theology, and his academic work has explored contextual liturgy, relational preaching, and the Church’s relevance in a post‑modern world. Rev. Edmund describes himself as “passionate about cultivating and nurturing a culture of inclusion,” a commitment that has shaped his ministry throughout his career.
Rev. Edmund’s wife, the Venerable Karen Laldin, is also an Anglican priest and currently serves as an Archdeacon in the Diocese of Rupert’s Land.
Rev. Edmund is looking forward to opportunities for shared ministry with Glenbrook Presbyterian and hopes to deepen the relationship between our two congregations.
COMMUNITY GARDEN
Our Community Garden is opening on Saturday, May 2 (8:30 am – noon). There are still plots available if you are interested in gardening here this summer.
Thomas à Becket's new Reverend. Below is a short bio about him. If you see him around the building, please stop and give him a warm welcome!
MUFFINS FOR MISSIONS
This Sunday is Muffins for Missions Sunday! All proceeds will go to Presbyterian World Service and Development.
With help from Presbyterians across Canada, they are making a difference in the lives of so many people who are looking for hope. Thank you for your help!
MEN'S CHOIR FOR MOTHER'S DAY
For Mother’s Day Sunday May 10th, we are going to bring back a wonderful tradition. We will have a men’s choir! Graciela invites ALL the men from our congregation to meet in the Sanctuary following the service for a short practice.
LADIES' LUNCH
The next monthly lunch will be on Tuesday, May 26th. Details to follow, a sign-up sheet is on the front lobby table.
THE BAG OF HAM IS BACK!
Save the Date! The Bag of Ham is back and will be performing at Glenbrook on Saturday, June 6 from 7:00-9:00 pm with other musical guests.
CAMP CAIRN
If you need information about Camp Cairn, there will be an information session in the Hearth Room following the service this Sunday. Nancy Law will be there to help you with questions or to help with registration. She also has a video of camp if you would like to see it.
MISSION TRIP
Is a Mission trip in your future?
Please see the Shelter display (near the Hearth Room) for information on upcoming trips in January and February 2027. Please let Cynthia know if you are interested.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Love working with children? We’re looking for volunteers for Sunday School and the Nursery. Contact Nancy Law for details.
family.outreach@glenbrook.ca
Call 905-330-7273
MAY/JUNE 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.
May 3 Anamika
May 10 Rachel
May 17 Nancy A
May 24 Elayne
May 31 Cynthia
June 7 Ann R
June 14 Nancy L
June 21 Anamika
June 28 Rachel
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.
SUNDAY SERVICE FOR MAY 3rd, 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
Psalm 119:97-106
1 Corinthians 1:18-31
Message “Fool for Christ”
