The “on loan” Allen organ was showcased to a full sanctuary on Sunday evening, including visits from “the phantom & Christine” from “Phantom of the Opera”, and a “Stormtrooper and Darth Vader” from “Star Wars”. Also in attendance for this … Continue reading →
There is a post about our Affirm/Orange shirt/ banner Sunday on the Affirm United website. Click here to visit their site, or scroll below. It includes photos and the reflection Chris (of our KUC Affirming Ministry) offered that … Continue reading →
Sunday October 28th, 10am worship service will be our “Welcoming and Membership Sunday” It will be an opportunity to welcome new members to the church through baptism, renewal of baptismal faith (confirmation) and transfer of membership from other churches. If you … Continue reading →
A Memorial Hymn Sing is planned for Sunday November 4, 2018 at 1:30 at Kamloops United Church. Through the gifts of community and music, we celebrate the lives of those dear to us who have died. We hope this gathering … Continue reading →
KUC’s Reconciliation Exploration Circle is proud to be hosting Deana’s Dream CREE-ations to lead a drum making workshop. In addition to owning a unique and authentic drum that you create with your own hands, you will learn and experience a beautiful … Continue reading →
Please join us for Jazz Vespers at 7 pm on Sunday, October 21st. The theme for October’s Jazz Vespers service is, ‘All Saints and Sinners Sunday Jazz.’ With Halloween and All Saints Day (Nov. 1) fast approaching we will explore the music … Continue reading →
KUC ~ A Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery KUC’s Reconciliation Exploration Circle is proud to be hosting a drum making workshop led by Deana’s Dream CREE-ations Saturday, October 27th from 1 to 4 pm at Kamloops United Church: 421 St. Paul … Continue reading →
A congregational meeting will be held on Sunday, October 28th after worship to make a decision about purchase of the Allen organ that is currently on loan to us. The vote will be by secret ballot to ensure that all voices are … Continue reading →
The Global movie for Oct 28th is “Journey’s End”, at 7 pm at KUC. Set in a dugout in Aisne in 1918, it is the story of a group of British officers, led by the mentally disintegrating young officer Stanhope, … Continue reading →
The annual UCW Fall Fair will be on November 3rd. Come check out the sales by a variety of vendors, enjoy some muffins, a sandwich and refillable coffee. Purchase some yummy home baking and/or preserves. The Fair will be open … Continue reading →
A Memorial Hymn Sing is planned for Sunday November 4, 2018 at 1:30 at Kamloops United Church. Through the gifts of community and music, we celebrate the lives of those dear to us who have died. We hope this gathering … Continue reading →
Join us for another great Community Lunch on Wednesday, November 7th, from 11:30 am to 1 pm. There’ll be a main dish, salad, dessert and beverages, all for only $8. (You can also just have salad and dessert, or skip … Continue reading →
Is Privilege real? Who has Privilege? How did they get it? Who gave it to them? How do they know they have it? Like a ‘kick me’ sign stuck on your back, you might not know your Privilege is there … Continue reading →
Notice of Congregational Meeting: A congregational meeting will be held November 18th for approval of the MPSC report. (MPSC = Ministry Profile & Search Committee = the group working toward the calling of a new minister.) The same meeting will also include a vote … Continue reading →
Saturday, November 24th, at 2:00 pm, a Christmas, handbell concert! Mark your calendar now. Photo credit: Kamloops United Church … Continue reading →
The 2019 Multifaith Calendar is now available. “Refugees and Friends Together” (RAFT) is pleased to once again present the 2019 Multifaith Calendar for sale. R.A.F.T. receives the profits from each sale as a fundraiser. The Theme this year is ‘Coming … Continue reading →
Christian leaders have written a letter to express our support for the SOGI 123 educational resources (sexual orientation, gender identity) created for use in BC public schools. You may have seen that a group of pastors put out a statement … Continue reading →
The United Church Observer is a great “place” to get to know what’s going on in the larger church and in other congregations. There are often stories about people with similar hopes, needs and questions as your own. Many articles … Continue reading →
KUC offering statements are ready. For all financial donations made to KUC from January 1st to September 30th are in the front entry awaiting pickup. Please take your statement home Sunday. Any statements not picked up will be mailed on Oct … Continue reading →
Finding Spirit in Everything! As fall activities rev up one can feel the energy level rising at KUC. Administrative Manager Florence reports that the cost recovery on space at KUC is now at capacity. Programs like Labyrinth walks, Jazz Vespers … Continue reading →
Sunday, Sept. 30 was KUC’s annual “Affirming Sunday”. KUC has been an affirming congregation of the United Church of Canada for 22 years (since 1996). (To learn more about Affirming ministries read why-become-an-affirming-ministry) In the spring of 2016 when KUC had … Continue reading →
During the 2018 PRIDE week events KUC was delighted to be host to part of the Kamloops PRIDE “Express Yourself Exhibition and Art Crawl”. Students of Juniper Ridge Elementary school had created a beautiful mural of rainbow wings expressing diversity and … Continue reading →
Exploring Spirituality with Pets Saturday, October 13 – 9 am to noon Pets and other beloved creatures of God’s creation have a great deal to teach us about spirituality. Share the lessons in a free interactive workshop exploring the Spirit … Continue reading →
Kamloops United Church, a Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery, welcomes the Kamloops musical community and all interested to hear and see the new Allen organ in concert. Musicians are invited to consider the opportunities presented if the greater community … Continue reading →
Organ Message – Pledges (new pledge figure as of Oct. 11th is $38,500 of the total $60,000 needed). We now are requesting pledges from KUC members and community people interested for the possible purchase of the organ. No money is being … Continue reading →
UCW Fall Fair Saturday, November 3rd United Church Women present opportunities for crafters to sell and seekers to buy choice items for the coming season. Contact KUC to book a table. … Continue reading →
You are welcome to join with Harmony in Hand, our introductory bell choir, at 4 pm on Mondays. Karen says if you can count to four and tie your shoelaces, you can ring bells. … Continue reading →
The Folk of Note, KUC’s choir, practices on Thursdays at 5 pm and are finished before 7 pm. No shoelace abilities mentioned, but counting is helpful. … Continue reading →
Moderator Richard Bott’s welcome message: With so many things happening in our church and in the world around us, Moderator Richard Bott invites us to listen carefully to ourselves and to one another, and then to let our action be full … Continue reading →
The United Church of Canada (our General Council) has invited us to participate in the following: “Orange Shirt Day is Sunday, September 30: Everyone is invited to wear an orange shirt to remember and honour all the Indigenous children who … Continue reading →
Not only is Sept. 30th “Orange Shirt Day”! At KUC we will also be celebrating “Affirming Sunday”. The highlight will be the newly completed “Affirm United/S’Affirmer Ensemble” logo banner. (It is BEAUTIFUL!) Marie Allen has driven this project and she … Continue reading →
Blessing of the Animals: Lutheran, United, Anglican churches join to bless our animal companions. Saturday Sept. 29 at McDonald Park (between MacDonald Avenue, Royal Avenue, Parks Street, and King Street in North Kamloops): Part One: 10:00 am – 10:30 am in … Continue reading →
Exploring Spirituality through Aging. Saturday, September 29 – 9 am to noon “Aging is not an accident! It is a soul-time of life! It’s a time with changes, opportunities, gifts, blessings and a new … Continue reading →
KUC ~ A Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery invites the community to a special presentation on Thursday, September 27 at 7:30 pm: “Spitting Slag” A hard rock miner searches for justice and redemption after an industrial accident, to come … Continue reading →
Come and enjoy three of Canada’s greatest blues artists: Friday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 pm TIM WILLIAMS “Imagine, if you can, a front porch where Robert Johnson, Hank Williams, Hula Hattie, Flaco Jimenez and Bob Marley meet often and discover … Continue reading →
Please join us for the October Labyrinth Walk. It will take place at 7 pm on Sunday, October 7th. … Continue reading →
UCW Presentation October 2nd at 2 PM Kamloops United Church 425 St. Paul Street Dr. Ian Mitchell – Royal Inland Hospital Medicinal Cannabis Welcome to all who would like to learn more regarding Medicinal Cannabis and its uses. The Cannabis plant has a … Continue reading →
Camp Grafton is hosting a paint/clay night fundraiser at 4Cats on October 3rd at 6pm. Tickets are 35$ a person. Email GraftonFundraiser@gmail.com to purchase tickets. (Please forward to anyone who may be interested.) Jason Marchese and Sarah Marchese, Camp Grafton Coordinators www.campgrafton.ca image … Continue reading →
Hello Everyone, please join us for the remaining concerts: The remaining (8) 7 concerts this season are: Accordion’s Travels on Saturday, October 20 at 7:30 pm Cancelled Prelude to a Musical Life on Thursday, November 1 at 7:30 pm Traditions on Sunday, January 5 at … Continue reading →
We love our KUC Preschool so we are having a fundraiser! Please help by donating your bottles to the Kamloops United Church Preschool at General Grant’s recycle depot when you drop off your refundable bottles and cans. Every little bit helps. … Continue reading →
