Birds Hill United Church
God’s Family of Seekers and Servants
Welcome to Bird’s Hill United Church!
This quaint, small church is nestled in the Town of Bird’s Hill and is filled with warm, caring people who not only enjoy the Sunday Services but also support a vibrant UCW, Prayer Group, Outreach Programs and Adult Education.
Sunday Services
10:00 a.m. from September to June.
What We Believe
Birds Hill United Church is part of the United Church of Canada. Please visit their website to learn more about what we believe.
At Birds Hill United Church we are a part of God’s family of seekers and servants guided by the teachings of Jesus, accepting and welcoming people of all races, ages, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities in a safe, just and respectful environment in all aspects of our ministry, with open doors and open hearts.
Special Services and Events
PLEASE JOIN US ON SUNDAYS AT 10:00 AM
THE FOLLOWING WILL BE ADHERED TO
Safe distance seating is available in both the Sanctuary and in the Hall where the sound system allows you to hear equally well. Anyone who is sick is asked to stay at home and get better. Government regulations have been relaxed and Mask wearing is optional (we have a supply at the door if that is your preference). Hand sanitizer is available at the entrance and attendance will be taken. Refreshments will be served after the service – please plan to stay. We want to keep everyone safe and healthy. We look forward to seeing you.
Ongoing Events (September to June)
• Tuesday Morning Prayer Group (TMPG) meets @ 9:45 am @ the Church or at various homes each Tuesday Morning. Call Louise Chernetz @204-299-7792 to confirm the location
• United Church Women (UCW) meets @ 1:00 pm @ the Church the 1st Thursday of every month – NEXT MEETING SEPTEMBER 7TH, 2023. WE WILL BE HAVING A WIND-UP LUNCH ON EITHER JUNE 8TH OR JUNE 15TH.
- Board Meeting @ 1:00 pm @ the Church the 1st Tuesday of every month – NEXT MEETING JUNE 6TH, 2023
- Men’s Breakfast @ 8:30 am at the Legion on De Vries & Henderson the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month
- Meeting exploring Collaborative Ministry was held at Immanuel United Church, 755 Golspie Street on Wednesday, September 21st, 2022, from 7-9 pm. 5 members from BHUC were in attendance. A further meeting is being planned for May 29th, 2023 @John Black United Church from 7:00-9:00 pm.
- T’BJIGGN PLANNING MEETING: Meetings will be held via Zoom or in person as arranged (this is a planning meeting which involves Transcona Memorial United Church, Bird’s Hill United Church; John Black Memorial United Church, Immanuel United Church, Grey Street United Church, Gordon King Memorial United Church and North Kildonan United Church) Our next meeting will be on Monday, May 15, 2023 @1:00 @ Gordon King Memorial United Church (also known as The Big Red Church) located at 127 Cobourg Avenue.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
- Next Perogy Making Date May 29th (place your orders with Jackie W at 204-668-8442 or email bhjakers@gmail.com) They are $7.00 a dozen.
- “COFFEE ON BURT”, WEDNESDAYS FROM 1-3 (a well-deserved midweek break in our church hall). Come and join us. This is open to all ages. Come and bring your family and friends or come alone and meet your neighbours for fun and visiting. Coffee/Tea and snacks will be available to enjoy. This is an opportunity to have coffee and conversation or play a game of cards, cribbage or any other game that you enjoy or if you knit or crochet, bring your project with you. We have an abundance of puzzles. The aim is to have a relaxing enjoyable time.
- Ron Hayes finished a six-week presentation on “Aging Into Freedom” at Adult Education on Wednesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm in our church hall in 2022. Stay tuned for his next presentation in 2023 – date yet to be determined.
- On Saturday, May 13th from 8:30-12:30, Ministry & Personnel will be having training via Zoom
- On May 21st, the OutReach Committee will be taking the service
- On May 28th, Jan Harding will be joining us with her gift of music
- On June 25th, Jan Harding will be joining us with her gift of music and we will have a picnic following the service
Rev. Karen E. Toole
Ordained United Church Minister
Karen is a prominent Winnipeg speaker on spirituality, grief, loss and aging.
Come and join us. We would love to see you.
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