The Evangelical Mennonite Conference centres our faith, as does scripture, in Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord. We are indebted to the Protestant Reformation. We are a part of the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada, the Mennonite World Conference, Mennonite Central Committee, the Council of Anabaptist International Ministries, and the Canadian Council of Christian Charities. As Evangelical, scripture is our final authority in faith and practice; we believe in Christ's finished work on the cross; and live in discipleship based on Christ and scripture.
Liturgy of the EucharistPlease note that for the next two years, the Archdiocesan focus will now be on 'Building Community.'During winter and spring flu season and throughout the year, many people avoid shaking hands in order to minimize transmission of colds and flu. Parishioners should not feel obligated to shake hands for the greeting during the Gathering Rite and the 'Peace' greeting during the Mass. Nor should anyone feel hurt if their neighbour does not extend their hand. It is important to show care and friendliness, but there are many other ways: a brief nod, a respectful bow, or a cheerful smile are all perfectly acceptable. Archdiocesan guidelines for H1N1 ('swine') flu precautions were promulgated in September 2010 for liturgy and for parish operations . 'Stage 1' precautions were put in place in 2009 but have since been suspended by the Archbishop's office. However, it is stressed that we should continue using hand sanitizers in the church and maintain good hygiene practices.Outside Volunteer OpportunitiesAssist people living in personal care homes in our area: Volunteers respond to varied needs, including assisting residents to come to Mass when it is held in their residence
Headingley United Church is a Christian congregation meeting weekly in the RM of Headingley. Our worship begins at 11am on Sunday mornings from September through June at: Headingley United Church, 110 Bridge Street, Headingley, R4H 1G3. For funerals, weddings or other use of the church contact our minister Joanne Kury through the church office
When unable to receive Holy Communion, one can make a Spiritual Communion. This is an act expressing what was described by St. Thomas Aquinas as an ardent desire to receive Jesus in the Most Holy Sacrament and in lovingly embracing Him.
I Hope This Update Finds You Well. We Are Enjoying The Cooler Weather Of 'Winter' Here In Mozambique And I Hear That Finally Our North American Family And Friends Are Enjoying Summer (Or At Least Rain Instead Of Snow) J In Our Last Update We Shared About Several Upcoming Seminars That Rick Was Going To Be Leading. The One We Held Here At The Training Centre At The Asam Base Was A Wonderful Time. Many Of The Seminar Participants Were Staff Members At The Farm Who Are Involved With Childrens Ministry At Their Own Churches. It Was So Neat To See The Guys Who Work Here On The Farm In A Variety Of Areas, Everything From Agriculture And Grounds Keeping To Administration, Getting Excited About Ministering To The Children In Their Own Churches Effectively.