March 28,2025
Hello Glenbrook,
A short hello and we hope that everyone is doing well. We received a beautiful card from Smillie family all the way from Fort William, Scotland. We have copied it below for all of you to enjoy. Have a wonderful weekend and be well.
Dear Glenbrook Presbyterian Church,
We are so grateful for you and your generosity in the lovely gifts to our mission this past December. As we embark on a new season of ministry back in Fort Williams, we look back at our time spent in ministry at Glenbrook, the times of fellowship, the real family feel in working together for the gospel and deep community experienced. These all serve to undergird, strengthen and focus our vision for what God can do here amongst the churches. We pray for you as a congregation that in this New Year God would stir your hearts to continue to be faithful in your care for one another, strengthened to serve in the opportunities God brings your way and unified in Christs love for a lovely diverse congregation.
In Christ
Alan & Tricia Smillie
Devotional
Fair Play
Matthew 25:40 – The King will reply, "I tell you, whenever you did this for one of the least important of these brothers of mine, you did it for me!"
Our son plays Spuds basketball (co-ed ages 6-9). Two weeks ago, at a basketball game, my son's team was playing against opposition which had only six players. It was obvious that the other team was at a disadvantage. By half time, they were so fatigued and injured that they were ready to concede the game.
My son's coach did a wonderful thing. He sent in two players from our team to play with the other team for the second half of the game. The coach did not send just any players. One of the players was our best. With two new team members, the opponents finished the game.
I was happy to see sportsmanship displayed, but also, I saw God's character revealed. The Lord of lords comes to the aid of the underprivileged. God wants justice in the world.
God uses Christian men and women, like my son's coach, to bring justice!
Prayer: Lord God, we thank You on this day that You care for the disadvantaged. Use each one of us as Your instruments for fairness in this world. We pray in Jesus' name. Amen.
Mary Jane Hanson
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Winter 2025 Bible Study
Winter Bible Study will continue until the April 1st. There will be no study sessions on April 8th ,15th, 22nd and 29th. We will resume on May 6th.
Raw Carrot
What a Wonderful Lunch we had Last Sunday - A HUGE thanks to all who supported Elena, Rebecca and Amanda from The Raw Carrot by attending the service, the lunch and also to those who made it all happen.
With the memory of the flavourful meal and heart warming visiting experience still with us, your Missions and Outreach Committee would like to announce our next Pre-Order Date for Soup - Sunday April 20th.
Starting this Sunday, you will see the newest form of Order sheets out on the Lobby table to offer to friends and family OR you can just fill in the General Order form that will be also on the table.
Payments can be made via e-Transfer to glenbrookpcevents@gmail.com or in Cash to Cynthia at church. Orders must be in by Sunday April 20th and can be picked up the following Sunday the 27th.
Specialty flavours - Asian Fusion, Veggie Thai Curry and Veggie Scoth Broth will be available too for $11 a bag. All regular flavours are $10.
Here is a special note from Rebecca;
If any people are interested in purchasing Carrot Cakes - especially for Mother's Day or Easter! on their next order, they would be welcome (we only do them once/year! and they sell out). April 1st is the last day for pre-orders for these Carrot Cakes. Please see this link for information and talk with Cynthia about pick up. An 8" cake is $28.00 and they are DELICIOUS 🙂.
Some of you also asked about gifting Raw Carrot products to others.
Breakfast Box - Rebecca has offered a price break for Glenbrook $68 (as opposed to $79) Corporate Orders – Breakfast Box | The Raw Carrot
St. Thomas à Becket Cricket Tournament
The cricket tournament returns on July 12th! An invitation to all churches in the area, including Glenbrook. No experience is required and if you would like to come out and watch that’s fine too! Save the date and if interested please speak to Pastor Ian.
Income Tax Preparation and e-Filing
Glenbrook has joined CRA's CVITP (Community Volunteer Income Tax Preparer) program. If you have a simple tax situation and a modest income, we can prepare and e-file your income taxes for free. Seniors, students, and newcomers are all welcome to try this service.
If you do not qualify for CVITP but you would like to prepare your own income tax, we can help navigate tax software, troubleshoot error codes, and set up "My Account" on the CRA website. As of March 24, CRA will no longer accept bank information changes from e-filed tax returns.
Contact: Caroline at caroline1008@gmail.com
March/April 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 30th, 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 30th 2025
Welcome & Announcements
Bumper Video: “Prodigal Son”
Responsive Call To Worship:
One: Come, let us praise the God of forgiveness and grace.
All: For once we were lost and now we have been found.
One: We were once wandering in a far country,
All: And we have been welcomed home.
One: Let us worship God who embraces us and loves us with such grace.
All: So we will lift our praises to God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Worship Song: “My Lighthouse”
Gathering Prayer/Thoughts
Worship Song: “Upon Him”
Prayers of Adoration and Confession
Worship Song: “Majesty”
Scripture Reading:
Luke 15:1-3; 11b -32
2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Sermon Bumper slide: “The Waiting Father”
Message: “The Waiting Father” Pastor Ian McWhinnie
Tithes and Offerings
Offering Song of Dedication: “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”
Prayer of Dedication:
Prayer of Thanksgiving and Intercession
Hymn: “Praise the Father, Praise The Son”
Benediction Song: “Shalom My Friend”
Have a great week,
Andrea
