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Celebrating Birthdays and Anniversaries: This Sunday, February 2, we will celebrate birthdays and anniversaries during worship. If you have a birthday or anniversary in January or February, you are invited to bring a donation to World Development and Relief as we celebrate together.
Sock it to Ya Sunday: It’s time for the sixth annual Sock it to Ya Sunday! We are collecting socks to donate to Choices for Youth. We celebrate Sock it to Ya during worship on Sunday, February 23. You can drop socks off at the church during office hours or bring them to worship any Sunday in February! Socks are the least donated items but one of the most needed.
Epiphany Study to Introduce United Church 100th Anniversary Activities: An online half-hour Epiphany Study on YouTube will be available in all Canadian time zones by 7:30 p.m. each Wednesday evening (January 8 – February 26). Interested individuals are invited to search YouTube for “Epiphany Study” and enter the date for panel discussions on upcoming activities in celebration of the United Church of Canada's 100th anniversary. Panels may be followed by discussions at church or readings at home of related chapters of THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA. Copies of THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA are for sale from the Gower Office for $20.00.
Team Gower - Coldest Night of the Year: We are investing some of our time in fundraisings for the Coldest Night of the Year in support of Choices for Youth. Consider joining our team - Gower Street United Church, and walk with us on Saturday, February 22. The Coldest Night of the Year is a walk that raises money for folks in our community who need our help. Some of them are hungry, more than a few are hurting, and regrettably, some are homeless too. Click here (https://cnoy.w-ith.me/GowerStreetUnited) join or donate to support the team.
Contribution Envelopes: 2025 contribution envelopes are ready for pick up on Sunday mornings or during office hours on Wednesday and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
2025 Church Calendars: A limited quantity of United Church of Canada Church Calendars is available from the church office for purchase. The cost for a calendar is $7:00.
Bulletin Dedications: The Worship and Sacraments Committee invites members of our faith community to help with the cost of printing weekly bulletins. It costs us approximately $12.00 to have color-printed bulletin covers. You may dedicate a bulletin of any Sunday in memory of a loved one, in celebration of a significant event, or in celebration of a life's milestone. The name of Memoriam/Celebration/Milestone and Donor will appear in the bulletin on the specified Sunday. Please forward any donations to the church office and contact SuAn, the office administrator, during office hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. via email (gsuc@nl.rogers.com) or phone 709-753-7286 ext. 200.
GIVING TO GOWER – HOW TO DONATE TO GOWER?
Ways to maintain your financial support of our church, there are a few options available:
- Sign up for PAR (Pre Authorized Contributions), or if you are already on PAR, then maybe consider increasing your contribution. This can be done by calling the office (709-753-7286) or by email (office@gowerunited.com)
- You can also click the donate button above
- We also accept e-transfer. Just send it to gsuc@nl.rogers.com
- You may also send a cheque via mail or drop it in the dropbox accessible to the right of the office entrance. Our mailing address is 99 Queens Road, St. John's, NL, A1C 6M6..
This Week At Gower
Office Hours:
Wednesday and Thursday, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday Worship:
February 2: Fourth Sunday after Epiphany
February 9: Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
February 16: Sixth Sunday after Epiphany
February 23: Seventh Sunday after Epiphany, Sock It To Ya Sunday, Celebrating Life’s Journeys in Song at 7:00 p.m.
Weekly Activities:
Wednesday, January 29: Bell Choir at 6:30 p.m., Gower Community Band at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, January 30: Pause for Prayer at 4:30 p.m. (Online)
Wednesday, February 5: Pastoral Care Worship at Tiffany Village at 2:00 p.m., Bell Choir at 6:30 p.m., Gower Community Band at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, February 6: Pause for Prayer at 4:30 p.m. (Online)
Upcoming Youth Meetings and Events.
Youth Group Meetings:
Gower Youth meets bi-weekly from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. Meetings include dinner, open to youth in grades 7+
Winter Dates
February 11
February 25
March 11
March 25
Gower Learners:
Gower Learners weekly during our 11:00 a.m. worship. All ages are welcome at Gower Learners.
It is at time of faith exploration and activity. Contact Rev. Rebecca for more information.
Family Events:
Team Gower - Coldest Night of the Year: We are investing some of our time in fundraisings for the Coldest Night of the Year in support of Choices for Youth. Consider joining our team - Gower Street United Church, and walk with us on Saturday, February 22. The Coldest Night of the Year is a walk that raises money for folks in our community who need our help. Some of them are hungry, more than a few are hurting, and regrettably, some are homeless too. Click here (https://cnoy.w-ith.me/GowerStreetUnited) join or donate to support the team.
Sock it to Ya Sunday: It’s time for the sixth annual Sock it to Ya Sunday! We are collecting socks to donate to Choices for Youth. We celebrate Sock it to Ya during worship on Sunday, February 23. You can drop socks off at the church during office hours or bring them to worship any Sunday in February! Socks are the least donated items but one of the most needed.
Gower Young Peoples Choir:
Practices for the Gower Young Peoples Choir take place during the 11:00 a.m. worship weekly.
Gower Handbell Choir:
Practices take place on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
To learn more, contact Dana Collins.
Our Community
St. James United Church Tapestry: This informal service, held on the second Sunday of each month, celebrates the strands that make us who we are in terms of faith, experience, and identity. Based on a theme, the service makes use of popular music as its “hymnbook”. Participants explore the theme through facilitated conversation rather than a sermon and time is given for individual reflection at a series of "prayer stations". There is also now a potluck prior to the service. Potluck at 5:30 pm and service at 7:00 pm.
Join the NSO for Masterworks 3: Love Notes: Let your heart be swept away by the enchanting melodies of the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra’s Masterworks 3: Love Notes. Join us on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 8pm at the Arts & Culture Centre for an unforgettable evening of romantic music, led by the charismatic conductor Julian Pellicano. The concert begins with the thrilling Der Freischütz Overture by C. M. von Weber, setting the stage with its dramatic and evocative themes. Next, you will hear 12-year old guest artist Angela Yixuan Miao on the piano as she performs Chopin’s exquisite Concerto No. 2 in F. The evening continues with Adagietto from Mahler’s Symphony No. 5. Finally, experience the passion and drama of Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture, a musical portrayal of the timeless love story that has captivated audiences for generations. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in a wonderful evening – perfect for a Valentine’s celebration. Tickets are available at the ACC Box Office (709-729-3900), online at www.artsandculturecentre.com and at the door.
Special Events
Celebrating Life’s Journeys in Song: Our special hymn sing will be taking place on February 23 at 7:00 p.m.
You are invited to sponsor a hymn(s) in memory of loved ones or in celebration of a loved one’s milestone event. Learn more here.
Donations will be accepted via offering plate, e-transfer, or our website; the cut-off for inclusion in the bulletin is Friday, February 14, at 5:00 p.m
