Sunday, Dec.16 at 10:00 a.m. – Advent Three – The Sunday of Joy. Advent means ‘coming.’ Since early December we have been counting down the Sundays until the coming of the Christ child once again into our world. So far … Continue reading →
Yes, this Fri. 14th concert at KUC is sold out so there will not be any tickets sold at the door. The Neighbourhood Rounds Christmas Album release tour comes to Kamloops, Friday, December 14th at Kamloops United Church where “Cod … Continue reading →
The second Sunday of Advent celebrated the Advent Candle of Peace and invited us to live our praise through singing, shouting, silence and sharing. … Continue reading →
Kamloops United Church’s UCW met for fun, food, music, visiting and celebration. Thanks to Derm for the picture-taking. During the Carol singing Lois sang Silent Night in German. To see and hear the video of Lois singing, click on the … Continue reading →
Every year the Global and Community Action Committee chooses three recipients for Advent Giving Tree donations. This year the theme is children and education, and the recipients are: 1. KUC Preschool as our Local Recipient. 2. Cultural Revitalization, National Recipient … Continue reading →
Kamloops United Church is looking for a full-time Lead Minister who is open minded and collaborative– a vibrant faith leader, bringing fresh ideas and initiatives, and eager to work with an active, yet aging congregation that is living into its … Continue reading →
Kamloops United Church is posting a position for a Choir Director-Music Co-ordinator. The person in this position is responsible for directing the choir and creating and maintaining volunteer and/or paid musicians for each Sunday service in addition to some “special services” … Continue reading →
About 45 people attended the “Blue Christmas” service at KUC on Tuesday, Dec. 4th. Hosted by KUC’s Pastoral Care group, this quiet meditative service included times of silence, prayers, music, and candle lighting. The “Kamloops Threshold Choir” provided lovely acapella … Continue reading →
Every year the Global and Community action committee chooses three recipients for Advent Giving tree donations. This year the theme is children and education, and the recipients are: KUC Preschool is our Local Recipient. Cultural Revitalization, National Recipient (UCC Gifts … Continue reading →
The latest issue of the United Church Observer magazine includes an article about our KUC “housing project & renovation” (page 42). Thanks to everyone who has already contributed a donation towards the cost of your Observer (the United Church of … Continue reading →
The Filipino Canadian Association of Kamloops and District (who meet at KUC) wanted us to know that KUC is welcome to attend the Filipino Cultural Christmas Party. Derm is getting a KUC group together to attend this dinner that we … Continue reading →
KUC will celebrate “Welcoming and Membership Sunday” on Jan.13th at ou0r 10:00 a.m. worship service. It is 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 →
This is the time of year when we prepare offering envelopes for the coming year. Some of you may already have sufficient envelopes from prior years to see you through 2019. If so, please let Jane R or Barb H … Continue reading →
R.A.F.T. (Refugees and Friends Together) helped welcome a refugee family from Africa on Tuesday, December 4th. The family were exhausted after flying so far and long…Africa to Paris to Vancouver and finally to Kamloops. There are more men … Continue reading →
So much activity at KUC! A Blue Christmas service, Wednesday Community Lunch, concerts, UCW Christmas celebration, on-going programs, baking, baking and more Christmas cookie baking along with the upcoming Christmas PIT Stop celebration with Santa. It only makes sense … Continue reading →
“Hi, Everyone!”, begins this note from Florence (our KUC Administrative Manager). “We have been honored by the national church and asked to send some video clips on our Affirming Ministry. It is pretty exciting. I am really hoping that many … Continue reading →
KUC is holding a Cookie Sale beginning at 11:00 Friday, 7th. $5.50/dozen. First come, first served ~ until sold out. Pre-ordered cookies can be picked up any time between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. Grandma’s sour cream sugar cookies coconut bars … Continue reading →
KUC members with their own hand drums are welcome to attend the Drum Circle on Friday, Dec.7th at 6:30pm . Drumming nights are held every Friday evening. … Continue reading →
“Is it only me that thinks the years are going by too quickly? I’m sure not. And yes, Christmas will be here in no time! PIT Stop is very much looking forward to having the 2018 annual Christmas Dinner for … Continue reading →
Vivace Christmas Concert – Saturday, Dec. 8th at 7 pm Christmas Brandenburg Concert – Sunday, Dec. 9th at 7 pm Cod Gone Wild Concert – Friday, Dec. 14th at 7:30 pm … Continue reading →
Rick requests continuing donations of empty, clean containers (yogurt, margarine, etc.) that could be used for our guests to take food home after PIT Stop. Thank you. … 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 →
We love our KUC Preschool , so we are having a fundraiser! Please help by donating your bottles to the Kamloops United Church Preschool in the green bin at KUC or at General Grant’s recycle depot when you drop off your refundable … Continue reading →
The Christmas mood and sense of community was certainly present with the lovely music performed by our talented “Bells of Note” and “Harmony in Hand” hand bell choirs and guests, including the new KSA (Kamloops School of the Arts) Handbell … Continue reading →
UCW Christmas Lunch on December 4th at 11:30. Short meeting followed by a provided Christmas Lunch for all UCW women. Please join us in celebrating our fall success in reaching our goal to the church of $52,000 from the Thrift … Continue reading →
“Blue Christmas” Service at KUC Tuesday, December 4, at 7:00 p.m. As we approach the Christmas season, we sometimes feel the pressure to put on a “hohoho happy face” when we feel the opposite inside. If we are going through a … Continue reading →
Please join us for our December Community Lunch. The meal choices will be Sheppard’s Pie or Vegetarian Lasagna. Volunteer to be a Team Leader. Ask any of the current team leaders for information about what it takes to host the … Continue reading →
A Walk for Sobriety marked Day 3 of National Addictions Awareness Week in Kamloops. Over thirty people gathered prepared with prayer before walking from Riverside Park to Kamloops United Church. A short candle light vigil with drums and song including … Continue reading →
NATIONAL ADDICTIONS AWARENESS WEEK WORKING TOGETHER FOR WELLNESS Kamloops Activities In Canada, for every ten individuals there is one person suffering from some type of substance disorder. As a nation we are all impacted by its effects. Whether or not their disorder is … Continue reading →
What a wonderful, amazing, rich and lovely evening with the Elizabeth Shepherd Band, Rick Windjack and Rev. Bruce Comrie sharing the program. The theme “There is Room for All at the Table” spoke to the many tables we share. Through … Continue reading →
It is with regret that we announce that Rachel Casponi has resigned from her position as Choir Director/Music Coordinator at Kamloops United Church. We are sad to lose Rachel but excited that she now has the opportunity to engage fully … Continue reading →
Are you wondering when you will have time to do your Christmas baking? We can help! Kamloops United Church has 6 delicious varieties of cookies available at just $5.50/dozen. There are 3 ways to order: You can pre-order until Friday … Continue reading →
Friday, November 30th, 6:30 pm KUC members with their own hand drums are welcome to attend. Drumming nights are held every Friday evening. … Continue reading →
Hi Everyone, see Florence Ballard, KUC’s Administrative Manager, make gingerbread cookies, discuss our cookie walk and the Blue Christmas Service on CFJC’s Midday on November 26. … Continue reading →
The next Congregational Meeting will be held after the Sunday worship service on Dec. 2. The purpose of the meeting is to approve the Legacy Fund Report. … Continue reading →
KUC ~ a Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery invites you to walk the labyrinth together on Sunday, Dec. 2nd at 7 pm. All are welcome. … Continue reading →
Moderator’s Advent Message 2018: This Advent, Moderator Richard Bott invites us to reflect and realign our lives with Christ’s calling for us. Watch and download the video: http://ow.ly/Ivty30mIzEH #UCCan #Advent … Continue reading →
Cookie Walk Volunteers Needed: Dec. 3rd (Monday): Tweens & Teens Peanut Butter Snowballs. Dec. 3 to 7 (Monday to Friday) Make, Bake & Pack cookies. Dec. 7 (Friday) Cookie Pickup from 11am – 5pm and “More Varieties Cookie Sale”. Sign … Continue reading →
KUC ~ a Centre for Community and Spiritual Discovery invites your participation: KUC’s “Hot meal on Sunday community service” has teamed with Chapter’s Book Store, through their fundraising program. The Nov. 13th “In Store Event” is over but the Indigo … Continue reading →
What we do at Council Circle Meetings. Meetings usually open with a moment of quiet reflection and a short prayer. The first fifteen minutes of the meeting goes to one of the ministry groups who share the news, celebrations or … Continue reading →
