Sunday November 30, 2025

This week our Advent series begins, looking on God's story for us through the lens of the Christmas story. We'll begin by reflecting on God as the author and perfecter of our stories, and sovereign over our lives.  

Ushers: Dale, Calvin

Coffee: Rob & Nellie

Nursery: Arlene K, Sam, Carole

Sunday School: Imagine: Kurt, Kevin K; Wonder: JoAnne, Gerben; Marvel: John, Holly

Projection: Gerald

Sound: Ed

Elders: Dale, Kevin

Deacons: Anne, Cynthia

If you require a paper copy of the songs or sermon for use during the service, ask an Usher.

All Is Well 

Lighting of the Advent Candle  

Come Thou Long Expected Jesus

God’s Greeting

Call to Worship

Light of the World (Sing Hallelujah)

Be Thou My Vision 

Great Are You Lord

Scripture Reading: Luke 2 on page 1590

Joy to the World

Kids Message 

Announcements & Congregational Prayer 

Scripture Readings John 1:1-5, Hebrews 4:12-13, and then Hebrews 12:1-2 on pages 1645, 1866 and 1877

Message

Closing Blessing & I Am Not My Own 

Next week our series continues, using Mary's Song from Luke 1 to reflect on Christmas Past, and God's care and faithfulness to creation. 

Ushers Next Week: Liz, Marilyn

Coffee: Spencer & Binnie

Nursery: Binnie, Joe, Grace

Sunday School: Imagine: Megan, Isabella; Wonder: Stephanie W, Stephanie B; Marvel: Matt P, Matt K

Projection: Cameron

Sound: Albert

Elders: Dick, Christine

Deacons: Tammy, Jeanette

December 1 7 p.m. Friendship Group

7 p.m. YAB Meeting

December 2 1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters

7 p.m. GEMS & Cadets

December 3 930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

December 4 7 p.m. Council Meeting

December 8 7 p.m. Friendship Group

December 9 1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters

7 p.m. GEMS & Cadets

December 10 930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

530 p.m. YAB Baking & Pizza Night

7 p.m. C of A Meeting

December 11 7 p.m. Connections Meeting

December 15 7 p.m. Friendship Service

December 16 1 p.m. Stitchers and Crafters

7 p.m. GEMS & Cadets

December 17 930 a.m. Ladies Coffee Break

December 21 6 p.m. Sweater Service 

OUR CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER CORNER

Congratulations to Arlene V (29), Wayne F (30), Jon K (2), John T (3), Jessica H (4), Elsie K (4) & Jed S (4) celebrating birthdays!

Please pray for Stephanie W, who continues to recover from an appendectomy last week.

We pray for those who deal with illness, and for those who continue to grieve the loss of loved ones at this time. We give thanks to our God for his hand of comfort and healing. 

We also ask you to remember those who cannot attend services and to keep them in prayer: Jo B, Maureen B, Dora D, Aky D, Charles & Stella D, John D, Riek H, Arlene H, Audrey K, Frances L, Jan M, Thea P, Gerdie P, Louise S, Joanne T, Nell V, & Riet V.

Food Bank: The Coordinator has let us know there is a need for: diapers sizes 4-6, dried noodle soup mixes, stove top stuffing, gravy mix/canned gravy, canned vegetables (corn specifically), chicken noodle soup, school crackers, nut-free granola bars, canned meat (flakes of chicken or ham).

From the Committee of Administration: Please be advised that the projected budget for Nov 30, 2025, is $425,470.76. Received budget funds to Nov 10, 2025, are $351,507.80. Please keep this matter in your prayers and donate as you are able.

Ebenezer's Connections Committee is looking for new members. Contact the office.

We're Hiring - Join the Team! Pregnancy & Family Care of Quinte West is hiring a creative, organized Fundraising Coordinator with a strong focus on planning and coordinating key fundraising events and campaigns (Baby Bottle Drive, Fall Fundraiser, The Mom Event). This role also includes supporting client care and general administrative tasks that help our ministry thrive.  The ideal candidate is a committed Christian with a heart for life-affirming ministry—someone who communicates well, is detail-oriented, and is confident engaging churches, donors, and community partners. Strong event-planning skills and comfort with public speaking are essential. This is a part-time position (11 hours/week, Wednesday & Thursday). Post-secondary education and a valid driver’s license are preferred. To learn more or apply, please contact Alaina Couperus, Executive Director, at director@pfcqw.ca before December 19, 2025.

November 30 Offering: The second offering is for Grace Inn in Belleville, an interdenominationally run shelter for those experiencing homelessness. The Inn is housing homeless adults in a safe, dignified and hospitable environment, by meeting essential needs, providing compassionate mentors, and advocating for a future with hope.   graceinnshelter.com

December 7 Offering: Our second offering for this day is for Trenton Care and Share Foodbank, whose mission is to serve the people of Quinte West by providing food to individuals and families who are experiencing food insecurity, and this number continues to rise daily as costs continues to stay beyond the reach of those less fortunate. trentonfoodbank.ca