Dec. Dates & Potluck Reminder

Hey all! Just a reminder that we're potlucking (is that a word? it is now!) this Sunday Dec. 12th at 3:30pm at Paul & Kerry's house. We'll aim to eat right at 5 pm. If you haven't yet signed up to bring a dish, please shoot me an email so we can figure it out!

Other Dec. dates are as follows:

Tues. Dec. 14th - Regular meeting at Paul & Kerry's house

Tues. Dec. 21st - St. Christopher's for service project

Then we're taking a break for Christmas. We'll resume in the New Year. I'm assuming Jan. 4th - but we'll confirm that and announce it.

Thanks!

Location Change for Next Week and Reminder

Hey all,

Just a couple of reminders. We are having a change in location for next week (Nov. 30th) and are meeting at Ben & Jane's. Their address is:

353 Monica Cr.

Burlington

Thanks for hosting us this upcoming week Ben & Jane!

Also, just a reminder that the deadline for the AIDS care kits is fast approaching. Completed kits need to be handed into The Meeting House on Dec. 5th. There will be an area set up in the crush space for you to drop them off. If you have a partial kit that you need help completing, please bring it to Home Church on Nov. 30th (next week).

Thanks!

AIDS Care Kit Contents

Hi all!

Just thought I'd post the updated content list for the AIDS care kits (this is different than what was on the sheet given out at Church). I think we discussed collecting them at our Nov. 30th Home Church meeting, or else you can turn them into Church on December 5th.

If you'd like any other info about the kits, you can visit this website

http://africa.themeetinghouse.ca/category/aids-care-kits/

2 large bars bath soap (in wrapper) *Provided by the kids in kidmax

2 large bars laundry soap (Some stores carry Fels Naptha ^®, Sunlight ^® or Zote ^® brands.)

2 hand-sized towels (medium weight, bright color) (approx. 46 cm x 61 cm/ 18″ x 24″)

1 set twin bed sheets with pillowcase (one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, one standard pillowcase) (option: 2 twin flat sheets, one standard pillowcase)

1 moisture-proof mattress cover (twin-size; fitted or flat)

1 box disposable rubber gloves (100-count; medium or large size; latex free)

1 container petroleum jelly (approx. 368 g / 13 oz; sealed in plastic bag)

1 container medicated body powder (e.g., Gold Bond; approx. 283 g / 10 oz)

1 box adhesive bandages (minimum 40; assorted)

1 fingernail clipper (good quality)

5 small squeeze-tube toothpastes (approx. 130 ml / 6 oz; leave in box)

5 toothbrushes (adult size; leave in wrapper)

$100 to purchase Bibles and medicines for people living with AIDS, to train volunteers in basic home health care, and to provide food and travel allowances for volunteers. (Check to “MCC – AIDS Caregiver Kit”)

Thanks all!

November Dates - A little late

Hi Everyone! Here are the rest of the November dates.

Nov. 16th - Service Project at St. Christopher's

Snack - Suzy

Nov. 23rd

Worship - Cheri

Snack - Mary

Nov. 30th

Worship - Harriet

Snack - Gail

Also - some of us though it would be good to send a Christmas gift (monetary) to the child we sponsor through Compassion Canada. If you wish to contribute, we'll collect separately for it over the next couple meetings.

Thanks!

Jo's Goat Cheese Dip

Here is the recipe I promised:

Goat Cheese & Fig Dip

1 heaping cup chopped dried figs
1/4 cup chopped dried prunes
1/2 cup chopped red onion
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 heaping tbsp. rinsed chopped capers
1 1/2 tsp. thyme
1 1/2 cup lightly toasted chopped walnuts
salt & pepper to taste

Mix all together & place over goat cheese (I use 2 logs 300 gm each spread in a 10" diameter round pan)

Warm and enjoy!

Jo

Nov. 2nd Pot Luck

Hey everyone! Here's the list so far of what we need/people are bringing for the potluck. If you haven't yet signed up, leave a comment on the blog or shoot me an email. Thanks.

A reminder that we're meeting at 6:30pm instead of our usual time though! See you there!

Appetizers

1. Jo

2.

Salad

1. Cheri

2. Carol

3.

Casserole

1. Craig & Cathy

2. Harriet

3. Gail

Dessert

1. Darryl & Jane

2. Kerry

3.

Hi Everyone: Rene here. Here's some up & coming dates concerning the Burlington Launch and our HC that you will be interested in. We have talked about each one of these so if you need more details please speak to either Clare or myself.

Sunday, November 7: West Hamilton Site Tour

Meet at the Ancaster Silver City at 7:30am. It's the same weekend as the time change so we actually gain a hour! It'll be a long but interesting morning and the tour includes lunch!!

Sunday, December 5: Burlington Site Christmas Social

This will be a potluck open to everyone to help identify Burlingtonians one to another before the site launches in Jan. We will meet at some location in Burlington yet to be determined!! Hold the date!

Sunday, December 12: Rockwood HC Christmas Potluck

We plan to meet at Paul & Kerry's at 3 or 3:30pm.

Okay. That's all for now. See you soon!

St.Christopher's

Hi all - just a reminder that this week, October 19, we are at St. Christopher's for our service project. See you there.

October Dates

Hey all!

Here are the dates to remember for October.

Oct. 5th

Worship: Paul

Snack: Jane

Oct. 12th - Josh Nolt joins us

Worship: Josh

Snack: Jo

Oct. 19th - St. Christopher's for Service Project

Snack: Gail

Oct. 26th

Worship: Charlene

Snack: Charlene

And although it's in November, our potluck is Nov. 2nd.

Thanks! See you soon!

Home Church Launches Again! Wahoo!!

Hi Everyone!

Well it's that time of year again. The leaves are turning, the kids are back in school, the pope has been to London and it's time to start Home Church. We're starting off with our Service Project at St Christopher's Anglican on Guelph Line. Let's meet at 7pm and throw a few boxes around. Trust there will be a few minutes at the end to pray for one another and discuss any burning questions from Sunday's teaching.

Hope to see you there!

Rene & Clare

HC BBQ Sunday, September 12

Hi all! Just wanted to let you know the BBQ will be at our house - let me know if you can come and what you are bringing - we will do the meat! Hopefully the weather will be nice this time (no rain, not even a hint would be nice!).

Home Church kick off is Sunday, September 19 - just for your information. Our first meeting will be our service project on Tuesday, the 21st!

Clare and Rene

Service Project

Hi all, just a reminder that Tuesday, Aug 17 is our service project night at St. Christophers! Hope you can make it!

Also, set aside Sunday, September 12 for another HC BBQ!!! Time and place to follow.

Enjoy the heat!!!!!

Reminder - Service Project

Hey all!

Hope you're enjoying your summer so far!! Just a quick reminder that we are at St. Christopher's this Tuesday at 7:00pm for our service project! See you there!

Thanks!

Just a reminder that we are at St. Christopher's this Tuesday (June 15) and our pot-luck and last meeting is next Tuesday (June 22). Please see the sign up sheet for the pot luck below and if you haven't signed up yet, please let me know what you will be bringing - thanks everyone!

Appetizer

Harriette - Naan & Bruschetta

Mary

Kerry - Planked Brie & Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Salad

Harriette - Cole Slaw

Jane - Potatoe

Gail - Caesar

Dessert

Norm and Charlene (watermelon)

Cheri

Suzy - cookies

Rene and I will supply hot dogs and hamburgers (with buns of course)

We will meet at 6:30 instead of 7:00 as well at Paul and Kerry's house!

Take care - have a great week!

June Dates

Happy June everyone. Here's a reminder of our June dates.

Tues. June 1st

Snack: Clare

Worship: Rene

Tues. June 8th

Snack: Mary

Worship: Still need someone - "Bueller, Bueller? Anyone, Anyone?"

(Line from one of my fave movies - bonus points if you can tell me which one!)

Tues. June 15th - St. Christopher's

Snack: Jane

Tues. June 22nd - Potluck BBQ

Last regular meeting. A sign up list will be available and time TBA.

As always, don't forget your tuna and twoonies!

Toonie, Tuna, Tuesday

Hi guys - just a reminder that this Tuesday is our Home Church Tour with Matt Collins! See you!

May Dates

Just a reminder of May's schedule!

May 4

Worship: Mary

Snack: Cheri

May 11

Worship: Clare

Snack: Carol

May 18 - St. Christopher's for Service Project

Snack: Gail

May 25

Worship: Charles

Snack: Harriette

Hi All:

Just an update on Kassey's baptism - it is now scheduled for Sunday, June 6th.

Hey Everyone! Great news!
Kassey is being baptised on Sunday, after the last service!
It will be a great encouragement if as many of us as possible can support her!

Kassey, we're praying for you as you mark this milestone in your life.

Hi all - just a reminder about Toonie, Tuna Tuesday!!! See you at Paul and Kerry's this Tuesday!

April Dates

Hi everyone!

Just a reminder of our April dates and of who is signed up for what.

April 6

Worship: Rene

Snack: Clare

April 13

Worship: still need someone

Snack: Kerry

April 20 - St. Christopher's for Service Project

Snack: Charles

April 27

Worship: Gail

Snack: Clare

Don't forget Tuna Tuesdays (or whatever else you'd like to bring).

Have a blessed Easter!

Tuna Tuesdays

Hi all! Seems we are having a little trouble remembering to bring food for the food bank donation so we thought it would be a good idea to go back to our Tuna Tuesdays. For those of you who don't know that - we bring a can or two of tuna every Tuesday night and when we get a good pile of them we take them to the food bank! Lets work on that again! So, this coming Tuesday night don't forget your TUNA!!!!

Reminder - this Tuesday night we are at St. Christophers doing our community service. Hope to see you there!

Hello Home Church friends. Long time, no see. Hope all of you are well!
Thought I would post a few pics of the trip Jo and I took to see the Vancouver 2010 Olympics.
We had an amazing time! Saw 6 events, 5 in which Canada won 4 Golds and 2 Silvers. Go Canada Go!

Women's Alpine Skiing Qualifiers - the second run got fogged out.


Women's Gold and Silver Medals in Bobsleigh - they flew by so fast! And we saw some incredible crashes - it's amazing the women walked out alive.


Women's Gold Hockey - we were 9 rows from the ice. They played an amazing game. And the energy was phenomenal.


Women's Silver Curling - We just barely missed the gold!


Men's Gold Curling - those flashy Norwegian pants were no match for Team Martin!


And finally, Men's Gold Hockey - way to go, Sid the Kid! When the US tied the game in the last 24 seconds of play, I thought everyone around me was going to have a heart attack. But we won it in the end and it was even sweeter this way. What an unbelievable experience in that arena!


We had such an incredible time. We've never been prouder to be Canadian, and had a lot of fun while sporting our red and white!

March Schedule

Just a reminder of March dates and snack/worship schedule.

March 9th
Snack: Jane
Worship: Ben

March 16th - St. Christopher's
Snack: Cheri

March 23rd
Snack: Norm & Charlene
Worship: Bernie

March 30th
Snack: Mary
Worship: Rene

Thanks!

Pot Luck!

Hi Group!!

A reminder that this Tuesday (Mar 2) we are having a pot luck at Paul & Kerry's. Please note time change: we plan to eat at 6:30 so please come beforehand with your delectable contribution! See you there.

Rene & Clare

A Couple of Pictures from Skating!

A couple of pictures from skating on Saturday!! Unfortunately we were too busy eating and laughing to get any pictures inside! For those who couldn't make it - you were missed!!







See you Tuesday!

Rockwood Home Church

Hey everyone! Rene here.
Just an update concerning this Saturday. I checked with Glen Eden in Milton and it appears that there isn't enough snow for tubing. In fact the tube run is closed and there's not much snow in the forecast between now & Saturday. Bummer.
Well, I checked with our neighbours, Andy & Rebecca, and as an alternate we are going skating on their pond.
So, get out your skates and grab a hockey stick, or a chair, if you prefer, and come on out.
Meet at our place first - We figure we can be skating anywhere from 3 to 4:30 and then back to our place for a chili dinner.
Okay? Great!

Rockwood Home Church

Address: Rene & Clare
5469 Walkers Line
Burlington (6 km north of Dundas)

Relief kits

Relief kits

Last bit of Jan. and Feb. Happenings!

Hello all!

Just wanted to fill you in/remind you of what's upcoming in the next month.

Jan. 26th
snack: Cheri
worship: Paul

Feb. 2nd
snack: Mary
worship: Mary

Sat. Feb 6th - Tubing at Glen Eden
Meet at 2:00pm at Glen Eden
Back to Rene and Clare's after for hot chocolate and chili dinner (4ish for those not tubing, or earlier to visit)
details still to be confirmed

Feb. 9th
snack: Gail
worship: Suzy

Feb. 16th - St. Christopher's Service Project
snack: ???? still need someone

Feb. 23rd
snack: Suzy

Help for Haiti

Hello Everyone,
You are all aware of the incredible disaster happening in Haiti right now. You can imagine how shocking this has been to me, having just visited there in October. I am able to relate to the tragedy in a way that I never have before. Normally, these events are always so far away and remote. This one is very real to me.

The mission I visited has basically been spared more of the serious devastation suffered by many of the other primary care-giving institutions, hospitals and other health infrastructures. This makes it even more important for them to be able to offer the life giving care on a continuous basis. This is a very poor country in terrible devastation.

You may be moved to help. If so, please help by giving your funds to established organizations who are experienced in this type of benevolence. Many organizations like World Vision and the Red Cross already have workers in place needing even more help at this time. They will put your funds to work with the most effect.

Here are a couple of links to the Mission of Hope, the organization I visited. The mission staff, both Haitians and non-Haitians, are great people doing their best to help needy people. They have dedicated their skills and their lives to help those less fortunate. I believe this will be an unprecedented opportunity for the Mission to offer help and hope because the regular infrastructure is essentially destroyed. The Hospital of Hope was serving a critical need made even more critical at this time. I highly recommend the Mission of Hope as a valid destination for your gift-giving.

http://disasterrelief.mohhaiti.org
http://www.missionofhopehaiti.org

The people of Haiti are just like you and I. I found them to be warm and friendly, very devoted to their families. Haitians are a proud and resilient people, having been dealt challenges in life we cannot fathom. Many will be blessed by your generosity.

Thanks for listening.
Your friend, Rene