Parkdale United Church has many program opportunities for children, youth and adults.
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Book ClubParkdale has a Book Club that meets once a month (usually the second Saturday morning of the month) from September to June. Book Club meets from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. in the Quiet Room. Books are chosen by the group and there is always rich discussion! The Book Club is open to new members at any time. |
Children’s MinistryOur Sunday School Program, called SAIL (Spiritual Adventures in Life), is available for children from 4 years to Grade 6. We are enjoying creating our own unique curriculum, drawing from several resources. Bible stories and concepts are taught using art, drama, music, games and storytelling. We interact with the children in a multi-age setting. All children are welcome to participate in SAIL! |
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ChoirParkdale United Church offers a vibrant music program. The Adult Choir rehearses on Sunday mornings at 9:40 a.m., and on Thursday evenings, September to May, at 7:30 p.m. The choir leads singing during Sunday worship services and presents one or sometimes two anthems every week. Parkdale United Choir participates in special services during Christmas, Easter and “The Twelfth Night” service in January. The choir always welcomes new singers. There are also opportunities to participate in a Women’s Chorus and a Men’s Chorus, each of which sings every other month. Come and sing with us! |
Coffee and TotsCoffee and Tots is a drop-in group for parents and their young children. The group meets for about an hour in the Conference Room downstairs, at 10:00 a.m. every 2nd Monday, from September to June. Come and enjoy visiting, snacks and connecting with other parents while your children play together. All are welcome! |
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Conversation with the TextJoin with others in the Quiet Room, at 9:30 a.m. on Sundays, for stimulating conversation and reflection on the lectionary readings for the day. All are welcome to drop in, any Sunday morning you are able. |
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Food for the SoulFood for the Soul is our Small Group Ministry program at Parkdale. Our programs give people an opportunity to connect, learn, create, and reflect with others. New relationships are formed and ideas for deepening faith and spirituality are generated. Programs are offered in the fall and spring, with sessions from four to six weeks long, on a variety of topics. All are welcome to participate! |
Healing Pathway MinistryHealing Pathway is an energy-based therapeutic approach to healing. It uses light touch to influence the energy system with the intent of balancing the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health and well-being of the individual being treated. The source of healing energy is from God and is a gift of Spirit. Read more to learn more about the Healing Pathway Ministry. |
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Intergenerational Games NightsIntergenerational Games Nights are held regularly on Friday evenings throughout the year, approximately monthly. They include either supper or dessert. Plans for Games Nights for the 2011-2012 season will be announced in the fall. Come and enjoy fun-filled evenings as you build connections with others. |
KAYACKAYAC is our Kids and Youth Advisory Committee. This group includes adults and youth of the congregation who work together to coordinate and support the Children’s and Youth Ministries of the congregation. |
Kitchen ConversationsKitchen Conversations is an informal time for a light dinner and conversation around our church kitchen table. We meet the third Wednesday of every month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. There is often an article or book passage that we discuss which is circulated at church the week before. |
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LabyrinthParkdale United Church has an indoor labyrinth, located in the lower level of the church, available for those who would like to walk the labyrinth as a spiritual, healing or meditative experience. Walking the labyrinth helps some people to feel expansive, grounded, and balanced. It may help reduce grief and enhance physical and emotional healing. Each person experiences the labyrinth in their own way. The labyrinth is open most weeks from Tuesday through Friday, on Sunday mornings, or by appointment at other times. |
Men’s BreakfastAll men of the congregation are invited to our Men’s Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. on the first Saturday of each month, from September to June, at the Village Park Inn (Motel Village). There is no agenda – just fellowship and conversation. |
No Way to Do It Wrong
No Way to Do It Wrong is a journalling group that meets at Parkdale United Church at least once a month, usually on Thursday evenings around the middle of the month. In each session there is a brief introduction to a journalling resource, an entrance meditation, quiet time to write, and a closing prayer. There is no expectation that we share what we’ve written. New journallers are welcome. |
Nursery CareWe have a Nursery staff person who is available to care for the youngest among us (infants to 3 years), on Sunday mornings from 10:15 a.m. until the conclusion of worship. The Nursery is located in the east wing of the building in the Blue Room, a space wonderfully suited for child care. For the safety of all these young ones, we ask that no peanut products be brought to the space. |
Parkdale Women’s BreakfastPlease join us on the second Monday morning of each month, 8:15 to 9:30 a.m., from September to June, for breakfast and socializing. We meet at Cora’s Restaurant in Northland Village Shopping Mall. It’s fun! |
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Prayer CircleThe Prayer Circle focuses healing thought on those who are unwell in body or spirit, or who wish for spiritual healing with t he use of daily contemplation and meditation. With permission, members of the Prayer Circle hold the person’s concern in God’s love and pray for their highest good. |
Social Drop-In BridgeSocial Bridge is played the first and third Mondays of each month at 1:00 p.m., from September to April. Join the group for coffee, some goodies, laughter, and a relaxing afternoon of Bridge. Everyone is welcome. |
Sunday Night Movie EscapesMonthly Sunday Movie Nights are hosted by the Faith and Justice Committee. Come to the Conference Room and join with others for dessert and beverages at 6:30 p.m., followed by a movie and discussion. The evenings are educational, relaxing, entertaining and thought-provoking. Check the bulletin for dates and the featured movies. |
Women’s Lunch BunchJoin the women of the church for lunch on the last Sunday of every month, from September to June, right after church. Meet at the Red Lobster on 16th Avenue NW (Motel Village) for lunch and good conversation. |
Young Adults GroupAre you looking to connect with other young adults in Calgary? The Parkdale United Church Young Adults Group (30 years and under) gathers informally, usually on Sunday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. All are welcome. To find out when upcoming gatherings are, contact the church office. |
Youth MinistryOur Youth Ministry, called RAFT (Reflection and Faith Together) is for youth Grade 7 to 12. On Sunday mornings, the youth of the church gather in the sanctuary for the opening of the worship and then go to their classes for a time of learning and conversation. Youth can also look forward to occasional midweek or Friday evening events, as well as opportunities to connect with other Youth Groups from Calgary and around Alberta |
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Knitting Ministry