Memorial United Church

06/06/2026

Here is the link, etc

Susan

https://youtu.be/Zsp5B53iwLU

Announcements
Coffee hour following the service this morning

Stella’s Circle- For the month of June we will be collecting toiletries for Stella’s Circle. (Shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, tooth brushes, deodorant, sanitary supplies etc.)

Celebration of Ministry Services – Links to Live Streaming!

The Celebration of Ministries service will be live streamed for all who wish to witness this milestone event: June 13, 2026 at 1:00pm (NDT) Service to be held at St. James United Church, St. John’s, NL
Ordination of Katelyn Vardy
Installation of Rev. Susan Sheppard as President of First Dawn Eastern Edge Regional Council
Live Streaming on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com//streams
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/FirstDawnEasternEdgeRC

All are welcome to attend in person, or join via links to the live stream, in order to witness these milestone events!

Yard sales at Memorial June 27, July 25, and August 22

Flower Services- Memorial - July 5, Jackson - July 12

06/02/2026

Just be you.

God of the Rainbow,
More than those who watch for morning,
Our souls wait, for the day when each of us,
of every gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation
knows that we are meant to be:
loved, cherished, and protected; and
that we are to be:
proud of our identities; and
celebrated.

For we are your imperfectly perfect children,
called to reflect Christ’s radiant light,
embody Christ’s radical love; and
build your beloved community,
especially when storms of fear and hatred rage around us.

And so, more than those who watch for morning,
we, in our great diversity,
wait for your promised rainbow of peace,
as we work towards a world where every gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation is affirmed as beloved; and,
every soul’s spirit is able to sparkle, shine and sing your dream with pride.

May it be so,

Amen.

—Rev. Dr. Alydia Smith

05/30/2026

Hi Folks,

I was on Bell Island for a funeral this week and took along my video equipment, so this week's service comes to you from the island. I also tried to get some video for the reading from genesis but it was so cold the batteries kept dying. What I did get I incorporated into a video of scripture.

Susan

https://youtu.be/LFoeLXuhghE

Announcements

Stella’s Circle- For the month of June we will be collecting toiletries for Stella’s Circle. (Shampoo, conditioner, soap, toothpaste, tooth brushes, deodorant, sanitary supplies etc.)

St. James United Church Rummage Sale is on Saturday, June 6that 9am - 1pm. Admission fee: $2

First Dawn Eastern Edge Celebration of Ministries service, Saturday, June 13 at 1pm. Location: St. James United Church.

Yard sales at Memorial June 27,
July 25
August 22

05/23/2026

Hi All,
We've hit a low time in activities so there is little in the announcements. Maybe we all need a few weeks break before things rev up again.

https://youtu.be/TKLivxGRXfA

Announcements
First Dawn Eastern Edge Celebration of Ministries Service
1pm Saturday, June 13 at St. James United Church

Summer Monthly Yard Sales
June 27
July 25
August 22

St. James United Church Rummage Sale is on Saturday, June 6that 9am - 1pm. Admission fee: $2

05/19/2026

Looking for a wonderful night out with friends or family? Don't miss our Music in the Cove - Spring 2026 at Memorial United Church in Portugal Cove this coming Saturday, May 23 at 7pm. For just the price of $10 you get admission to the concert of incredible music, a light lunch during intermission, a door prize draw, a game of 50/50 and tons of chances for chats, stories and laughter. Entertainers include Alex Taylor, Mackenzie Critch, Fred Harris, Wayne Button, Jim Ryan, Tom Conway and Debbie Churchill. If you are interested in tickets just contact Sid on Facebook or at [email protected]. We will have the tickets saved for you at the door. They can be paid for then. Knowing an approximate number allows the people prepping the lunches to prepare adequately. COME AND JOIN THE FUN!!!

05/17/2026

May 17 is International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia. Join us today in support of the non-negotiable truth of every person’s dignity.

Creator, we come to you with both the joys and the sorrows of our hearts.
We are grateful for the gift of life and the joy that it can bring.
For families and friends who love us.
For allies who stick up for us, even when we cannot risk sticking up for ourselves.
For the great diversity you have created in our world.
We pray for those who suffer from discrimination because of their gender identity or sexual orientation.
Who worry about their employment or who cannot find a job.
For those who must hide who they are to find housing.
For those who are not safe on our streets.
For those who do not feel safe in their place of worship.
Help us to end homophobia, transphobia, and biphobia, and all forms of discrimination and hate.
Show us the way to make this world a better place for all.

—written by Ruth Wood, for The United Church of Canada and Affirm United/S’affirmer Ensemble (2017).

05/16/2026

Happy 24th of May weekend. Here is the link for this week's service.

https://youtu.be/jYCVxmqRpZ4

Announcements

Loose Threads sewing is over until September.

Next Saturday we have our Spring Concert at 7pm. Admission $10

Next Sunday is Pentecost Sunday so wear RED.

St. James United Church Rummage Sale is onSaturday, June 6that 9am - 1pm
Admission fee: $2

First Dawn Eastern Edge Celebration of Ministries service, Saturday, June 13 at 1pm. Location: St. James United Church.

Yard sales at Memorial June 27, July 25 and August 22

05/12/2026

🎶 May 23- An unforgettable night of music is coming to Memorial United Church in Portugal Cove! 🎶

Join us for an evening featuring the incredible talents of Wayne Button, Mackenzie Critch, Fred Harris, Alex Taylor, and more for a night filled with great music, community, and local talent.

Whether you love classic favourites, powerful vocals, or just a good community concert atmosphere, this is shaping up to be a really special evening — and tickets are already starting to move!

🎟️ Be sure to mark the date in your calendar and bring a friend.

For information contact:
📞 Sid – 709-770-1245

We hope to see you there! 🎵

05/10/2026

Happy mothers day.

A Mother's Day Blessing
to all those who offer mothering love in so many ways,
to birth mothers, adopted mothers, stepmothers, foster mothers, chosen mothers, grandmothers and godmothers,
to soon-to-be mothers and those yearning to be mothers,
to those of all genders who offer tender care and understanding to children,
to all who are missing their mothers and those grieving for their mothers,
to broken-hearted mothers grieving for their children, gone too soon,
and to all who carry pain in their hearts as mothers or because of mothers,
we pray that you will know God's presence with you
as you mark this day, whatever it means for you this year,
joy or grief, hope or fear, sorrow or celebration, frustration or delight.
May you know God’s love enfolding you with all the love you offer to others, and more.
God bless you, today and every day.

—Susan Lukey, High River United Church, High River, AB

05/09/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed the tea and cakewalk today- it was great fun! Thank you as well to our wonderful volunteers and bakers, and Trevor Kearsey for the live great music!