April 4, 2025
Hello Glenbrook,
As we continue to pass through Lenten season I thought I’d inculde this lovely piece by Wendy Passmore. Have a wonderful weekend and keep well!
A Lent Reflection by Wendy Passmore
Jesus said “Follow Me”
And follow me implies more than a belief in me
He calls for me to leave my net,
from my ways of being which were clearly set.
Follow me that I might know who I am
A beloved person who can just be who I am
For I am who Creator created me to be
To relax and celebrate the beautiful me!
Follow me to the cross where I might learn to forgive all
As Jesus forgave the Romans and religious leaders who caused him to fall
Those who betrayed and misunderstood, he forgave with compassion
So through the power of the spirit, I can forgive in the same fashion
Follow me so that I might be true and real.
With his help do my inner work, with the courage to heal.
To discover what I like and where my passions might lead
In offering these gifts gives me fulfillment indeed
Follow me to the quiet where I might hear his voice
To find a sacred place away from the noise
There I find comfort in the stillness and silence
And with him by my side I can be radically honest
Follow me into the world where there is injustice and pain
For the wounded, the outsider and the broken he came
I am asked to follow him to do the same
To listen to the stories of the poor and the lame
"Believing" is not the way to heaven to prove my worth
But following him as a way of life to help bring heaven to earth
Through the intimate relationship I have with Him.
I am free to be me with the gifts I’ve been given
With help from the spirit I can compassionately forgive
And go into the world with love so that others might live.
Winter 2025 Bible Study
Winter Bible Studies are now on pause until May 6th. There will be no study sessions on April 8th ,15th, 22nd and 29th. See you on May 6th!
Men’s Lunch
The next men’s lunch will be held on April 16th. It will be at Mulligan’s Pub and Grill
at Woodchester Plaza. There is a sign-up sheet at the front table to let us know who wants to join!
Mike Janzen - Psalms Project Tour 2025
Please check out the link below for info about this wonderful concert, happening next weekend. Mike is a Christian musician/vocalist from Toronto whom the McWhinnie family has gotten to know over the past few years. We have really enjoyed his concerts and just happen to know one of the special guest musicians appearing next weekend (our son-in-law), Silas Friesen.
If you’d like more information, please feel free to chat with Ian or Gwenna and check out the Promo link below.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kAYnvK_V2SY
Active Adult Centre of Mississauga (AACM)
“The AACM is having a big sale on April 9th! Stock up from our $1 table, then check out the $2 & $5 racks! Shoes, bags, hats and more!”
377 Burnhamthorpe Rd E. Suite 116, Upper Level
905-615-3207
Open Door Lunch
Glenbrook will be responsible for the Lunch Meal at the Open Door for approximately 50 people on Wednesday April 16th. Further details can be discussed with Cynthia at church.
I made an error in last weeks Missions section of the “What's New “
The correct recipient of this Sundays Muffins for Missions is Change Her World.
Please stay after the service and enjoy a muffin with your coffee or tea.
Thank you very much to those who purchased a Soup Cozy to support The Raw Carrot. We have sold all 15 that were originally made and due to further interest about 6 more are being sewn. Please see Cynthia if you would like to make a purchase for $10 each. All proceeds will be sent to the Paris location of The Raw Carrot.
-Cynthia
Raw Carrot
Our next Pre-Order Date for Soup is Sunday, April 20th.
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 Scotch Broth will be available too for $11 a bag. All regular flavours are $10.
HOLD THE DATE JUNE 7th!
Ladies of Glenbrook, come and celebrate with us the wedding of our special friend Samantha Black!! Details to follow.
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
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 April 6th, 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
Scripture Reading:
John 12:1-11
Philippians 3: 8b-14
Message: “The Value Of A Fragrant Life” Pastor Ian McWhinnie
