Hope you are enjoying the summer.
Things are slowing down a bit at KPC. Summer is a perfect time to slow down, reflect on the beauty of God’s creation, enjoy fellowship in the sunshine, and engage in uplifting activities that warm our hearts and souls. In the next few weeks I will be taking some time away to rest with my family and "re-create." I hope you are getting some time to rest and re-create too. It's a great opportunity to share in laughter, worship outdoors, and engage in some community events that make the most of the long, sunny days. In my absence, I have arranged some guest preachers to lead the worship service on Sunday August 18th and 25th. I hope you continue to join us!
Blessings,
Richard
The PCC is turning 150 – share your story! - Presbyterian.ca
Do you have a favorite memory of singing in a choir, attending youth group, going to a potluck supper, attending the General Assembly—or anything else that shaped your involvement in the church? What are some of the things your congregation is doing today to share the good news of Jesus in your community? And what are your hopes and dreams for the PCC as it approaches 150 years?
In recognition of the PCC’s 150th anniversary in 2025, the Committee on History is preparing a published collection of stories about where we have been, where we are, and where we are going.
We want to hear from you! Share your story using this online form (which includes some helpful prompts).
Or, if you’d prefer, email Ian McKechnie, project coordinator. Remember to include your full name! Submissions are being accepted through December 2024. Also, the PCC is preparing a special edition wall calendar that you can pre-order here.
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the friends and family of Shirley Mason. Shirley, a school teacher, and longtime member of Kerrisdale Presbyterian Church, was a strong and compassionate advocate for women, the ministries of First United Church, and social justice for the world. She struggled with dementia and Alzheimer’s in her last few years but her usual, sparkling, zesty self was always close. She was direct and enjoyed speaking truth with an earthy saltiness. We will miss Shirley dearly. Details about her memorial service will be shared as soon as they are available.
Join us at KPC for Weekly Worship
Theme: Sermon Series on 1&2 Samuel - David’s Repentance
"David said to Nathan, “I have sinned against the LORD.”
- 2 Samuel 12:13
Gathering Music
Welcome and Announcements
Hymn #73 Praise to the Lord
Call to worship
Lighting of the Christ Candle
Prayer of Adoration and Responsive Prayer of Confession (Psalm 51)
Assurance of Pardon
Hymn #774 God forgave my sin / Freely, freely
Children’s Time
Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:15; John 6:24–35
Sermon “Listening to the truth in love”
Musical Offering - #544 Lord, have mercy
Invitation to the Lord’s Table
Hymn #560 Put peace into each other’s hands (verses 1,3,5)
Holy Communion
Hymn#352 Can it be that I should gain (verses 1,4,5)
Blessing and Benediction
Sung Response: May the Love of the Lord (2x)
Sending Music
- Alpha for Youth Continues Wednesdays, 5-6:30 pm
- Course on Christian Living - next one is July 31, 7 pm
- KPC Vacation Bible School - Week 2 - August 6-9
- KPC No-Commitment Summer Choir Sundays at 9:20 am
- Games, Giggles and Gab - Thursday, Aug 29, 2-3:30 pm
KPC - Summer Bible School Camp
This year children aged 5 to 13 are invited to join us for two separate summer camp adventure weeks. Each camp day begins at 9 am and wraps up at 4 pm. The children will be well supervised by staff and volunteers.
Generally, the flow of each day is something like this:
• Drop off - between 8:45 and 9 am
• Opening Gathering 9 am
• 9:30 Crafts and games time to get to know each other
• 10:30 Break with a snack
• 10:45 - 11:45 Teaching time
• Lunch (children to bring their own bagged lunch)
• 12:30 - 1:30 Applying the morning lession.
• Trip to the park for some outdoor time, or crafts with a guest volunteer leader
• 3:00 return to the Hall for snack time singing and closing story.
• 3:30 to 4 pm Day wrap up and parent pick up.
Register in person at KPC offices or online
• Cost - $ 50 per family.
Location KPC Hall - 2733 west 41st ave,
Phone: 604.261.1434. Email: kpc@telus.netRegister and reserve a spot for your child here
Ratanak’s Road to Freedom Challenge
In Cambodia families facing extreme poverty and desperate circumstances are at a high risk of being trafficked. If they are dealing with debt or illness, the risk is even greater. Ratanak International not only rescues and restores hope and dignity to those who have managed to escape their lives of terror, they are also taking decisive action to protect the most vulnerable from the chains of slavery by increasing awareness and providing job skills training so they can safely earn an income to support them and their families.
This year’s fundraising event takes place on Saturday, September 21. Anahita Hirmanpour (https://www.roadtofreedomchallenge.com/anahita-hirmanpour, Ramesh Mardani (https://www.roadtofreedomchallenge.com/ramesh-mardani, Robyn Laidlaw (https://www.roadtofreedomchallenge.robyn-laidlaw) and Marg Buschman (https://www.roadtofreedomchallenge.com/margaret-buschman) have registered for the 5 km. walk as part of the Kerrisdale Perseverers team.
Thank you to those who have already donated. If you would like to donate but haven’t yet done so, please click on any of the above links. Your support is very much appreciated.
G-3 (Games, Giggles and Gab) will meet at Crofton Manor on Thursday, 29 Aug from 2 - 3:30 pm. Join us for a fun time with the residents. For more information contact Marg or Bill Buschman through the church office Phone at 604-261-1434 or email kpc@telus.net.
