To watch via Twitch 
https://twitch.tv/crescentfortrougelive
To watch on YouTube
 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY_yu6hzsG1yoisFBHvGm5A?view_as=subscriber
To watch on Facebook 
https://www.facebook.com/cfruc/

If you would like to join our pre-service Zoom conversation at 10:00 am go to link below. Contact Marc for a passcode please. marc.cfruc@mymts.net

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82191407687?pwd=TXpuQmI4Z2JLNGVEUnprVVNxL0xoZz09

Worship at CFRUC at 10:00 a.m.

• June 22, 2025—2nd Sunday after Pentecost; 1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a; Psalm 42 and 43; Galatians 3:23-29; Luke
  8:26-39 (Indigenous People’s Day)
• July and August—Church-o-Rama begins on June 29th. All services at 10:30 a.m.

Tentative Schedule for Churcho’rama
June 29 – Augustine UC – 444 River Avenue
Rev. Bill Millar leading
Street Parking
Enter through the wooden doors on River Ave.
Accessibility: Enter via ramp at Pulford Street entrance
Coffee after Worship
Online worship information: www.augustineunitedchurch.com

July 6 – Churchill Park UC – 525 Beresford Avenue
Rev. Teresa Moysey leading
Free Parking on Streets
Accessible Side Entrance
Refreshments after Worship
Live-Streaming: Contact office@churchillparkunited.ca for worship link.

July 13 – Westminster UC – 745 Westminster Avenue
Street Parking
Enter: 2nd Entrance on Westminster
Accessible Ramp:
Enter on Westminster, go past 2nd Entrance
Worship in Lecture Hall
Coffee & Tea before Worship
Refreshments after Worship
Live-Streaming Info: www.westminsterchurch.org

July 20 – Young UC – 222 Furby Street
Rev. Tim Crouch leading
Street parking and parking available in 2 lots on Northwest corner of Sherbrooke and Broadway – Across
Sherbrooke from Thomson’s and behind Nine Circles.
Enter Furby Street doors
Wheelchair Accessible
Coffee after Worship
Online worship information: www.youngunitedchurch.com

July 27 – Young UC – 222 Furby Street
Rev. Tim Crouch leading
Street parking and parking available in 2 lots on Northwest corner of Sherbrooke and Broadway – Across
Sherbrooke from Thomson’s and behind Nine circles.
Enter Furby Street doors
Wheelchair Accessible
Coffee after Worship
Online worship information: www.youngunitedchurch.com

August 3 – Crescent Fort Rouge UC – 525 Wardlaw Avenue
Rev. Marc Whitehead leading
Street Parking
Accessible Ramp: Nassau Entrance
Coffee & Tea before and after Worship
Pre-Service Zoom Gathering
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82191407687?pwd=TXpuQmI4Z2JLNGVEUnprVVNxL0xoZz09
Meeting ID: 821 9140 7687 Passcode: 605661
To watch via Twitch https://twitch.tv/crescentfortrougelive
To watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY_yu6hzsG1yoisFBHvGm5A?view_as=subscriber
To watch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cfruc/

August 10 – Crescent Fort Rouge UC – 525 Wardlaw Avenue
Rev. Marc Whitehead leading
Coffee & Tea before and after Worship
Street Parking
Accessible Ramp: Nassau Entrance
Pre-Service Zoom Gathering
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82191407687?pwd=TXpuQmI4Z2JLNGVEUnprVVNxL0xoZz09
Meeting ID: 821 9140 7687 Passcode: 605661
To watch via Twitch https://twitch.tv/crescentfortrougelive
To watch on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY_yu6hzsG1yoisFBHvGm5A?view_as=subscriber
To watch on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/cfruc/

August 17 – Harrow UC – 955 Mulvey Avenue
Rev. Marc Whitehead leading
Street parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Refreshments after Worship
Livestreaming at: Harrow United YouTube

August 24 – Fort Garry UC – 800 Point Road
Rev. Kwang Beom Cho leading
Enter through Main Glass doors
Wheelchair Accessible
Air-conditioned sanctuary
Coffee after Worship
Online worship information: www.fortgarryunitedchurch.ca

August 31 – Fort Garry UC – 800 Point Road
Rev. Kwang Beom Cho leading
Street parking
Enter through Main Glass doors
Wheelchair Accessible
Air-conditioned sanctuary
Coffee after Worship
Online worship information: www.fortgarryunitedchurch.ca

A THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

A THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK—100 Years, 100 Tables
To mark its 100th anniversary on June 10, 2025, The United Church of Canada launched 100 Tables, a national initiative
inviting communities across the country to transform a picnic table into a site of welcoming that reflects the church’s
century long commitment to justice, compassion, and inclusion. These gatherings are visible signs of a continued
promise: to meet people where they are, both spiritually and physically.

100 Tables is one element of A Place at the Table, a multipronged project reintroducing Canadians to The United Church
of Canada in our 100th year and articulating the radical invitation to Jesus’ beloved community that we live out through
our call to Deep Spirituality, Bold Discipleship, Daring Justice. With this project, 100 communities of faith in 100 places
will share 100 ways of expressing God’s radical promise of belonging!

The launch comes at a time when many Canadians are reimagining their relationship with faith. A new survey by The
United Church of Canada found that 49 percent of the Canadians surveyed believe in God or a higher power, but only 11
percent shared that they attend worship services at least once a month. The survey also revealed that 45 percent of
respondents identify as spiritual but not religious, and 63 percent are more drawn to community-based church activities than traditional worship.*Young adults in particular are reimagining their engagement with spirituality. While less likely to attend weekly worship, those aged 18–34 report relatively stronger involvement through personal reflection,
volunteering, and local events.

“By bringing faith into everyday spaces, we honour this diversity and offer new ways to belong,” says Rev. Michael Blair,
General Secretary of The United Church of Canada. “We meet so many people longing for connection. Churches remain
one of the few places where you can walk in and be welcomed just as you are. 100 Tables brings that welcome into the
heart of our communities.”

The themes of each table are shaped by local needs and priorities. Some will focus on food security or environmental
stewardship, while others will celebrate 2S and LGBTQIA+ inclusion or deepened relationships with Indigenous Peoples
through acts of Reconciliation. Whether rooted in justice, healing, celebration, or connection, each table is a meaningful and transformative expression of faith in action.

For 100 years, the Church has nurtured communities —from ordaining women to working to advance 2S and LGBTQIA+
inclusion and continue to prioritize Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples including a formal apology in 1986 for the
Church’s role in colonization and residential schools. We have also made mistakes, and we commit to moving forward
together in truth, healing, respect, and partnership. 100 Tables continues this journey, proclaiming that faith must meet
people where they are with courage.

“As The United Church enters its second century, 100 Tables is both a celebration and a call to action,” says the Right Rev. Dr. Carmen Lansdowne, Moderator of The United Church of Canada. “In a time of growing polarization and
disconnection, these gatherings boldly proclaim that another way is possible, one rooted in justice, peace, and radical
belonging. Having a place at the table means being seen, heard and valued—not just present, but empowered to help
shape what comes next.”

100 Tables celebrates The United Church of Canada as a space to explore faith and community, casting a bold vision for
the future. Each table extends the Church’s commitment to love, justice and inclusion, carrying that spirit into the next
century. In the face of fear and injustice, we choose joy—not as escape but as a radical act of hope, rooted in the belief
that love still reigns.

What else happens weekly?

Our virtual prayer and spirituality group, “Explorations” occurs on Wednesdays by Zoom. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Marc at marc.cfruc@mymts.net or 204-461-1767

Choir Rehearsal — is every Friday at 10 am. New members are welcome. If you are interested in singing with our choir, even occasionally, and Friday morning rehearsals present a barrier, other arrangements are possible. Contact Michael Cutler at organmike@gmail.com for more information.

Our Faithful Readers Book Discussion Group is open to everyone, and we usually meet the last Wednesday of the
month via Zoom, except for the movies and our windup dinner. If you are interested, please contact the office for
the Link. Pick up a Bookmark at Harrow for times, etc. The books we have chosen for this reading season are:

May 28, 2025 – The Strangers by Katherena Vermette Presenter: Shirley M.
June 25, 2025 – Windup Dinner at 6:00 p.m. with book recommendations for the next reading season
mmm… Manitoba: the Stories Behind the Foods We Eat by Kimberley Moore & Janis Thiessen
Presenter: Dorothy F.

What is Spirituality?

“Spirituality involves the recognition of a feeling or sense or belief that there is something greater than [one]self, something more to being human than sensory experience, and that the greater whole of which we are part is cosmic or divine in nature.

“Spirituality means knowing that our lives have significance in a context beyond a mundane everyday existence at the level of biological needs that drive selfishness and aggression. It means knowing that we are a significant part of a purposeful unfolding of Life in our universe.

“Spirituality involves exploring certain universal themes – love, compassion, altruism, life after death, wisdom and truth, with the knowledge that some people such as saints or enlightened individuals have achieved and manifested higher levels of development than the ordinary person. Aspiring to manifest the attributes of such inspirational examples often becomes an important part of the journey through life for spiritually inclined people.”

What happens at Sunday morning Worship? Lots!

Sunday morning worship at Crescent Fort Rouge generally follows a predictable pattern of gathering in God’s name; hearing and reflecting on the intersection between the ancient faith story and the story of our own lives and time; responding to what has been heard; and going out with a commission to be actively engaged in the world.

Our worship respects the rich heritage and traditions of the Christian faith, while holding up a progressive and contemporary theology. Our worship is designed to actively engage all of the senses, and welcome the participation of all. We come together around the Lord’s Table through the sacrament of communion six or seven times a year.

Music is an integral part of our worship life, and we offer music in a wide range of styles and genres. Worship allows us to enact through ritual, story-telling, music and prayer our core belief in a God of peace, justice, compassion, healing and hope who invites us to practice the same things.

Why Worship? Worship reminds us of who we are and whose we are. Worship helps reinforce a rhythm for our lives. Worship offers a chance to connect with others and to feel that connection and engagement. Friendships are formed!

Occasional Services

In addition to regular Sunday morning worship, we also offer worship experiences at other times to mark special days or occasions. These include such things as Pet Blessings, Blue Christmas services, Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.

Services for Life Transitions

CFRUC provides opportunities to recognize significant life passages with ritual and celebration such as Baptism, Confirmation, Weddings and Funerals.

Services to Recognize Other Life Transitions

We also work with individuals to create meaningful rituals to mark significant life passages such as moving to a new home, divorce, miscarriage, adopting a child, or seeking healing after trauma or violence.

Please contact our minister if you would like to explore some of the possibilities. cfruc@mymts.net

Daily Prayer Resources

In many faith traditions, it is customary to pray at specific times of day. The discipline of morning prayer allows one to start a day grounded in God, and the intention to be mindful of God’s presence in all that unfolds.

Prayer of Examen

The prayer of examen, is a traditional form of “end of day prayer” which invites reflection on the day that is past, an expression of gratitude for what has been experienced, and an opportunity to explore in greater depth God’s presence in our lives. Our friends at The Work of The People  https://www.theworkofthepeople.com/ have created a contemporary expression of this ancient form of prayer. For a version of the Examen, please click here.

Frederick Buechner
www.frederickbuechner.com

The Center for Contemplation and Action
cac.org

Sacredise
Sacredise.com

One time tested way of nurturing the spirit is to maintain the disciple of keeping a journal. During this time of  self-isolation we invite you to join others in a 28 day journaling challenge. Click here for a list of daily prompts. Self-Isolation Challenge

Looking for more intentional study?

A variety of online programs and webinars are available through:

The Abbey of the Arts
https://abbeyofthearts.com/

The United Church of Canada
https://www.united-church.ca/

We encourage you to contact Crescent Fort Rouge and receive our weekly newsletter which offers many opportunities. cfruc@mymts.net

Looking for an experience on Sunday for children (ages 3 to 12)?

Children are encouraged to begin their Sunday morning church experience with the gathered community in worship. This time with adults includes a theme conversation with one of the ministers and introduces children to the concept of worship.

Following this time, the children participate in age appropriate activities designed to introduce them to faithful living. We make use of a variety of teaching activities: drama, music, cooking, art, science, games and more. Parents and guardians of very young children are welcome to attend this program with their young ones until the children feel comfortable enough to attend the class on their own.

Looking for a few resources for children?

25 Easy Sunday School Crafts
https://www.signupgenius.com/church/sunday-school-crafts.cfm

49 Outstanding Christian Craft Ideas for Kids
https://wehavekids.com/education/all-christian-crafts