March 14, 2025
Hello Glenbrook,
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate World Day of Prayer, it was a huge success. Again, a special thanks to Karen Barnaby as it involved A LOT of planning and dedication. Also, a big thank you to all the people who helped from making those cute little flowers to setting up on Friday and for bringing snacks! Here are some moments from that day.
Please enjoy this Devotional below and have a superb weekend.
-Andrea
Devotional
How Full Is Your Cup?
Psalm 23:5b – My cup runneth over. (KJV)
You may be familiar with the exercise of filling a jar to the half-way mark with water, putting it in a prominent place, and, upon rising, seeing if you view it as "half-full" or "half-empty". Some may even check on it throughout the day, and/or again upon retiring.
When I was introduced to this exercise, it seemed that my jar was more than half-full. Had I cheated, miscalculated? I carefully measured and re-measured. No, mathematically, it was exactly half-full, but still, every day, it seemed to be more than half-full.
We all know the purpose of the exercise has nothing to do with the water in the jar, but how we view our lives.
Some people see their "jars" as "half-empty" … they are missing something. Some others, who may be seen by some to have "half-empty jars", feel their lives are at least "half-full" or more so. The "fullness" of their lives is not measured by the clothes they wear, the material goods they've acquired, or the status they have attained. No, their "fullness" is in direct correlation to their spirituality … their relationship with the Creator in their belief system.
Still for others, the perception of the "fullness of their jar" fluctuates. Upon greeting those whom we know to have "fluctuating fullnesses", instead of using the standard, no-answer-really-required, "How are you doing?" how about stretching it just a bit to "How are you doing today?" or "How are you doing right now?" It can be a big help. So can sharing some of the fullness of your jar, for it seems that when we share, the level of the fullness of our jar is not only maintained, but "runneth over".
What is the "fullness" of your jar?
Prayer: Our Father in heaven, we know our "fullness" comes through our relationship with You and our ability to share with those who may not feel the "fullness". We ask that You would guide us as we strive to help them see their jars as "half-full" rather than "half-empty". Through Jesus Christ our Lord, we pray. Amen.
Mary Daniel, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada
EASTER CHOIR
Good Morning,
I take this opportunity to thank God for the dedicated individuals who shared their musical talents, voices and time to lead and help with worship at Glenbrook.
This time we are getting ready for Good Friday and Easter.
Choir practice is on, beginning Thursday March 20 at 7:00 pm. There will be approximately 4 rehearsals.
We can always use more people who want to open themselves to our music ministry. We are looking for new voices and new musicians to join our music and technical teams at any time.
See you next week!!!
"Is all creation groaning?
(It is)
Is a new creation coming?
(It is)
Is the glory of the Lord to be the light within our midst?
(It is)
Is it good that we remind ourselves of this?
(It is)"
Blessings,
Graciela
Winter 2025 Bible Study
Winter Bible Study will continue until March 18th at 10 am. The next study will be March 25th until April 1st. There will be no study sessions on April 8th ,15th , 22nd and 29th. We will resume on May 6th.
Men’s Lunch
The Men’s meet up will take place at Mulligans Pub and Grill on Wednesday, March 19th at noon. There will be an attendance sheet at the front lobby for those interested in joining.
Address: 2458 Dundas St W, Mississauga, ON (Woodchester Plaza)
Raw Carrot Sunday Service and Lunch
SIGN UP THIS SUNDAY to join in for a warm bowl of Raw Carrot Soup and a sandwich on March 23rd. You can even invite friends and family we just need to know numbers.
Take this opportunity to enjoy lunch supplied by Missions and Outreach funds. This will be a time to visit with Rebecca Sherbino and one of the Soup makers named Abigail. Let's enjoy the fruits of their labour in support of this valuable ministry.
We will also have a number of Soup Cosies (made by Glenbrook's own Ann Roth). These are for sale for $10 each. Perfect for protecting your hands as you take a warm bowl out of the microwave. Think soup as our next Pre-Order Date comes up April 20th.
Tax Receipts
Don't Forget! January and February 2025 Tax Receipts Available.
Your tax receipts are ready! Receipts have been emailed to those with registered email addresses. If we do not have your email on file, please pick up your receipt at church on Sunday. Alternatively, contact the church office to arrange an alternate pickup or delivery.
Congregants have the option to deduct their January and February 2025 Tax Receipt, on their 2024 income tax return.
March 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!
Service for March 16, 2025
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!
https://www.youtube.com/c/GlenbrookPresbyterian/live
Worship Service: Sunday March 16th 2025
Scripture Reading:
1 Samuel 9: 1-13
Luke 14: 7-14
Message: “David and Mephibosheth: Room At The Table”
