Attention: Ladies & Gents. You are invited to our Christmas Potluck Luncheon which will be held at the church on Wednesday, December 4. Arrive at 11:45 so our luncheon can commence at noon. Please bring some lunch to share (salad, main course, dessert) Tea and coffee will be provided. There are sign-up sheets in the foyer and the coffee room. It is helpful for those setting up to know approximate numbers. Following lunch we will enjoy a short meeting followed by some Christmas Fun.
On Friday December 13th, Knox is hosting an Advent Movie Night starting at 7pm. We will view the Veggie Tales production “The Start of Christmas” which is suitable for all ages. Popcorn will be provided!
Congregation Breakfast will take place on Saturday, December 7th at 8:30 am. This months guest speaker will be Rick Maloney-the Mayor of Bracebridge. Sign-up sheets can be found in the entrance and coffee room.
Giving Tree Project: During Advent you’re invited to add an ornament to our Giving Tree in support of two projects from the PCC’s Gifts of Change catalogue. Each ornament represents a donation to “Ministries with Indigenous People” (pg. 13 of the catalogue) and “Emergency Response” (pg. 9). Information about these projects will be shared during our Children’s Time each week.
Christmas Benevolence Your financial support is needed to help families in the Christmas Season by marking your offering envelope “Christmas Benevolence”, also if you know of a family who could use our assistance, speak with Rev. Heather.
Bracebridge’s Out of the Cold program offers hot meals, produce, and toiletries on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This ministry is based out of Bracebridge United Church but is run by volunteers from several churches and community groups. Volunteers assist in the kitchen with meal preparation or help with set up/serving/clean up. Please see Rev. Heather if you’d like to help out.
The BUC-Knox Refugee Partnership is pleased to announce that the fundraising goal to sponsor the Janbali Family has been met! Thank you to everyone for your generosity and prayers. We continue to await an arrival date for the family, which could still be several months away.
Help choose the songs we sing at Knox! You’re invited to write down your hymn requests in the purple binder at the back of the sanctuary and our Worship Planning Committee will endeavour to include your suggestions in our coming worship services.
Communication Rev. Heather sends out a weekly email with information about our upcoming worship services along with details about other activities taking place at Knox. If you are not on her email list, and would like to be, please contact Heather after the service or simply email your request to heatheratknoxpres(at)gmail(dot)com
Knox Presbyterian Church follows the “Leading With Care” requirements of The Presbyterian Church in Canada, providing a safe and encouraging environment for children and vulnerable adults.
E-Transfers You are now able to donate to Knox electronically. If you are set up to bank online you are able to set up Knox as a “Payee” and e-transfer your donation using Knox’s email (knoxbb@muskoka.com).