© Copyright 2019 - Knox United Church, 567 Sackville Drive, Lower Sackville, Nova Scotia
SUNDAY
November 29th, 2020
Join us for worship online at 10.30 am
online - join us on our Facebook page.
Click HERE.
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Knox Worship Service - UPDATE
The government of Nova Scotia and the Department of Health released further restrictions related to COVID 19 on Tuesday, Nov. 24. The Knox Council, in compliance with these restrictions, has decided to revert to live-stream or pre-taped services only. This means that effective immediately, there will be NO CONGREGATION in the Sanctuary during our 10:30 a.m. Sunday Service.
Due to the recent increase in cases in our local area, Knox Council approved that this change AFFECTS ALL WORSHIP SERVICES BETWEEN SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2020 THROUGH UNTIL SUNDAY, JANUARY 3, 2021.
This INCLUDES our planned services for our Children's Service (Dec. 20), the Longest Night of the Year (Dec. 21), and our Christmas Eve Services.
We realize that this is a very different way to worship during one of the most important times of our Christian calendar. However, the safety of our congregation, Ministerial Team and our volunteers remains paramount. Please watch here for updates on our services, check our Facebook page for event information and stay safe.
Yours in Christ - Knox Council
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Office hours
Visiting the Church Office
The church office business hours Monday, Wednesday - Friday 9am - 1pm, Tuesday 11am - 1pm. Should you plan to visit the office, please call ahead to make an appointment. Only one person at a time will be invited to enter the office. A mask must be worn for your entire visit to the office.
For pastoral emergencies after hours, please leave a message at 902.865.9216 or email. admin@knoxsackville.ca
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Booking Appointments with Rev. Sandra
If you would like to meeting with Rev. Sandra in her office, we are now accepting appointments.
Please contact the office, and we will arrange a time for you.
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Accessing the Cann Hall - Effective Immediately
Access to the hall is not permitted Monday - Friday 8:30am - 11:30am, while children are attending the nursery school due to provincial restrictions . Should you require access, please contact the office or nursery school prior to your arrival to the building.
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2020 Christmas Message
This year we will be sending out our annual Christmas message via email.
IF you would prefer to receive this via regular mail, please contact the office.
click admin@knoxsackville.ca or call 902.865.9216.
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Knox Community of Faith
Survey
Part of the process of creating a faith profile involves seeking input from
the whole congregation of Knox United.
We would ask everyone to look at the the survey and provide as much
feedback to the committee as possible.
click Here to take the survey
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White & Pink Gift - Donations
This year we will be accepting White & Pink gifts beginning November 15, 22 & 29. We ask that all gifts be unwrapped and placed in gift bags. Collection boxes will be located at the entry doors to the sanctuary. Thank you for showing kindness, and helping to make this a brighter Christmas for everyone.
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Holiday Chocolate Bark Fundraiser
Help support Knox Outreach/Freedom Kitchen by purchasing delicious chocolate bark this season! You won't find a better deal for those with a sweet tooth on your Christmas list!
Family Box (approx 1lb) $10 each
Individual Box (approx 6oz) $2 each
Choose from:
Milk Chocolate & Nut**
Milk Chocolate Candy Cane
White Chocolate & Nut**
White Chocolate Candy Cane
**Allergy Alert - contains almonds & cashews
Order by calling the office (902) 865-9216
e-transfer/credit card payments accepted
Shop In Person: (cash only)
Monday: 10 am - 2 pm (during Freedom Kitchen)
Sunday: 11:30 am - 12 noon
All proceeds fund Knox Outreach/Freedom Kitchen supporting Sackville families in need.
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As supporter of Camp Kidston, you are eligible for the MHSCI Preferred Supplementary Pharmacy Benefits Program at zero cost to you. Here are the benefits:
- For each prescription processed for you at Lawton's or Sobeys, MHCI will provide $2 per prescription directly to Camp Kidston.
- Also , enjoy great discounts at Lawton's, with your Lawton's Client Group Partner Discount Card.
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WE DID IT! Many thanks to all who have helped us to reach our goal to donate 100 boxes of pancake mix for the Beacon House Christmas Hampers.
We are still NOW ACCEPTING non-perishable food items, as we have every fall for Beacon House. All food items will be delivered to Beacon House by our Outreach team.
Dropping off Outreach donations at Knox:
- Prior Sunday 10:30am worship (reserved only seating for worship)
- Mondays from 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday from 9:00am - 1:00pm; Tues 11am - 1pm
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YOUTH GROUP
Every second Sunday 7.00 to 8.30 pm
- next meeting Sunday Nov 29
All grade 6 - 12 welcome
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2020 Outreach Meal Event
A L L A R E W E L C O M E
Freedom Kitchen News –
Every Monday 4.30pm - 6pm
- Now located in the Knox Parking lot
- Cann Hall entrance, (Disco Deli side) 5pm – 7pm
Due to the recent provincial updates for Covid-19 and the community spread we are going to put a pause on the clothing donations coming in. At the current time we’ve filled our storage space, and will not be hauling clothing out to the truck till we know more or the community spread stops.
At the same time if someone is desperately in need of some warm clothing, tent, sleeping bag please ask one of the volunteers and we will gather what you need in the size requested. Once a clothing item is tried on we have to steam clean it and hang it up for another week.
Thanks to everyone for understanding and we look forward to a time when we can run smoothly again!
Interested in a volunteer position next season? You can now sign up on our website!
Freedomkitchensackville.com
Interested in being a delivery driver? You can sign up there as well!!!
For all the details, visit Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/freedomkitchensackville/
or Rainie Murphy or Tara Forhan 902.400.2028
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Keeping in Touch with one another
During this time of crisis, keeping in touch with one another, our faith family, our friends, our families, is more important then ever. Please reach out to those that you think of; someone who makes you smile, someone who you think might be isolated and you might be able to make smile, anyone who might be lonely. If you are wanting a phone call, need assistance of any kind, reach out to another member of Knox or feel free to leave a message on the Church phone line (902) 865-9216.
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Prayer Chain
Have you heard about Knox’s prayer chain? It’s a unique ministry where you can request a prayer to be said for you, for someone you know, or someone you love. Prayers are requested for a variety of reasons; to seek comfort, to make a request, ask for guidance, to heal and restore, express sorrow, celebrate joy, give thanks to name a few.
If you would like to request a prayer, please call Cathy Heighton at 902-865-0001
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Maintaining Your Support of Knox
E-transfer now available!
Knox continues to operate its outreach programs, its food ministries and most importantly our faith ministries during this time of global crisis. Your donations and continued support are needed now more than ever. Please continue with your regular financial contributions as you are able and consider making us a regular part of your budget in the future. It’s easy!
- E-transfers - We now accept etransfers!
donations@knoxsackville.ca
Freedom Kitchen Donations click HERE
freedomkitchendonations@knoxsackville.ca
- Pre-Authorized Remittance (PAR): We will get your application started for you just click HERE
- CanadaHelps.Org: You can now support Knox with the click of a button! Click HERE to donate now. You can donate once or set up regular payments.
- Weekly Envelopes: If you use an offering envelope, please continue to put your offering in the envelope each week. Keep them in a safe place and bring them to Knox when we re-open.
- Mail a cheque to Knox: We are still operating our office and can accept payments through the mail.
If you have automatic withdrawals from your bank account to pay your bills,taxes, cable TV, or mortgage, then you already understand the PAR principle. Besides being convenient, using PAR for your offering ensures regular monthly givings to help our church's ministry even when you are away. You will be providing your congregation a dependable flow of contributions, which increases our overall financial stability. We have many Knox members who chose this option.
Why not participate in PAR?
Current PAR participants can easily increase their monthly commitment by contacting the envelope secretary, David Moore, at 902-864-0447.
Many thanks to everyone who has been able to continue to support our ministry during this uncertain time.
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www.knoxsackville.ca
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Looking for information about PAR?
Information brochures and application forms are available in the pews and the narthex. INFO: David Moore 902.864.0447
Did you know that you can listen to services online:
Visit http://www.knoxsackville.ca/Audio services. ( the most recent service is usually also on the sliders on the home page)
KNOX UNITED CHURCH:
WWW.KNOXSACKVILLE.CA
Rev. Sandra Cox 902.865.2617 minister@knoxsackville.ca
Minister of Music & Dramatic Arts:
John Lindsay-Botten 902.448.4574 music@knoxsackville.ca
Sunday School: Lynn Stewart lynn.stewart@ns.sympatico.ca
Youth Group: jen_rye_jaybabs@eastlink.ca
Office Administrator: Tracey Miller admin@knoxsackville.ca Facebook.com/knoxunited
Office: 902.865.9216
Hall/Kitchen: 902.865.1603
Office Hours:
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9am – 1pm
Tues 11am – 1pm
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