Emmanuel United Church

Let's Stay Together
2025-05-25 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-11-09 11:30 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Ontario

Camp Chipembi Fundraising
2025-06-01 11:30 - 12:00

Book Club ~ Dinner Out
2025-06-09 18:00 - 20:30
The book club will meet at the Canal Ritz on Monday, June 9th at 6:00 pm for a year end celebration and to reveal the results of their voting on books for next year.

100th Anniversary of the UCC
2025-06-15 11:00 - 13:00
100th Anniversary Celebrations
On Sunday June 15th at 11:00 there will be a service of celebration for churches in the Eastern Ontario region. It will be held at the EY Centre (near the airport). This service will be livestreamed for those who do not wish to attend in person and will be 90 minutes long. There will be NO service at Emmanuel that morning.
There will be an opportunity for interested people to participate in a massed choir. This group will meet prior to the service to rehearse together. If you wish to be part of this group (even if you are not a part of the Emmanuel choir), contact Joan Foster-Jones for more information.
If you are interested in sharing transportation to the event (either car-pooling or on a bus) please contact Phyllis MacRae or Joan Foster-Jones.
A group of quilters in Kemptville will be creating a special 100th anniversary quilt to be used at the service as well as subsequent regional events. A block representing Emmanuel (our church logo) has been sent to be included in this quilt.

Other services are being planned:

June 8th – there will be a national service livestreamed from Gower Street United Church in St. John’s NL.
June 10th – a service will be televised on Vision TV with participation from congregations all over the country.

Transitions Senior’s Group
2025-06-16 11:30 - 13:30
THRIVING TOGETHER ~ FOSTERING SELF-ADVOCACY THROUGH MUTUAL SUPPORT
A lunch and conversation opportunity for seniors is once again being organized by the Pastoral Care Provider for Monday, June 16th from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The conversation focus is “Our Aging Bodies Speak to Us“. “What is your body trying to tell you at your stage of life—and how are you listening?” In your life right now, how is your body asking you to live differently—and how are you responding to or have responded to or are challenged to respond to what your body is speaking to you? If this is a conversation you would like to be part of, contact Ron by calling the church office at 613-733-0437 or email Ron at pastoralcare@emmanuelunited.ca .
A free will offering will be collected to cover lunch costs.

Strawberry Social
2025-06-29 11:30 - 13:00

Emmanuel Youth Outreach Leadership Camp
2025-07-07 09:00 - 15:30

Seniors Lunch
2025-07-09 12:00 - 13:00

Cook and Canoe Camp
2025-07-28 - 2025-08-01
Adventure into the wilderness with our Canoe Camp from July 28th to August 1st. It is intended for youth going into Grades 4 and above in September. Monday and Tuesday will be spent at Emmanuel, preparing food and playing games. The canoe camp will take place at Lac LaPeche, about 45 minutes north of Ottawa, from Wednesday morning to Friday afternoon. For more information, please contact Val Lines at bvlines84@rogers.com.

WOW - "Worship on Wednesday" in the Botsford Garden
2025-08-06 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-13 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-20 19:00 - 19:30, 2025-08-27 19:00 - 19:30
Join us Wednesday evenings at 7:00 in the Botsford Garden as we worship together in the summer.
August 14, 21 and 28
If inclement weather, we will worship in the CE Hall.

Ottawa Pride Parade
2025-08-24 13:00 - 14:00
The Annual Ottawa Pride Parade will take place in Centretown Ottawa on Sunday, August 24th starting at 1:00 pm.
Emmanuel is looking for a volunteer team to coordinate our participation in this event. We have an Emmanuel Pride Banner to carry in the parade.
Please contact the office if you would like to be involved and/or if you are willing to coordinate our team.

Canning Workshop
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:30

TELEOS
2025-09-24 19:00 - 21:00
Teleos is a group for members of the congregation who identify as women. This month, Lynn Solvason will share stories and pictures about walking the St. Cuthbert’s Way in the UK in the spring of 2025.
Teleos will meet on Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 p.m. on ZOOM.
If you are not on the Teleos distribution list but wish to join this meeting, please contact Colleen Calvert or the Emmanuel Office to get the Zoom invitation.

Wear Orange on Sunday at Emmanuel
2025-09-28 10:00 - 11:00
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
This was originally known as Orange Shirt Day. We encourage everyone to wear orange on Sunday, September 28th, to acknowledge the impact residential schools have had on multiple generations of Indigenous families and to remember that “Every Child Matters”.

Shantymen's Dinner
2025-10-18 17:00 - 21:00
The Shantymen’s Dinner which will take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025 with two sittings at 5:00 and 6:45 pm. Everyone is warmly invited.
The evening starts with a traditional Shantyman meal featuring a hearty menu of beans, bread, ham, coleslaw, and dessert, all homemade. Emmanuel men do all the baking, cooking, serving, and yes, even the clean up!
After dinner, the Emmanuel River Boys will provide us with home-grown, toe-tapping music.
Tickets are $25 adults, $20 seniors (60+), $10 children under 12, and $60 family. Tickets are available from the office ~ call 613-733-0437 or email office@emmanuelunited.ca.

Transitions Lunch & Learn
2025-10-20 11:00 - 13:00
There will be a Transitions Lunch and Learn Monday October 20th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Marc Sequin, author of the book – Advocacy in Aging, will be the guest speaker. In his book, Marc looks at these questions – How do you plan for what’s coming? How do you make transitions easy? How do you ensure your advocates respect your wishes, values, and wisdom?
To register:
You can email Ron MacDonald at pastoralcare@emmanuelunited.ca or call the church office at 613- 733-0437. Please leave contact information with Emma.

Friday Night at the Movies
2025-10-24 19:00 - 21:00

Holiday Bazaar
2025-11-15 10:00 - 14:00

Art in the Neighbourhood
2025-11-22 10:00 - 16:00
25 artists gather under one roof to bring you a one-of-a-kind gallery event! Explore a rich variety of:
visual art, wood art, sculptures, clay, fibre art, photography, jewellery and so much more.
Now in our 9th year, Art in the Neighbourhood is delighted to host this celebration of local creativity. Whether you’re young, old, or in between—there’s something here for everyone.
Enjoy live music performed by The Bluesy Swing Duo!
Meet the artists, hear their stories, and discover affordable, original works of art to take home.
Don’t miss the raffle! Buy a free ticket on our website and exchange it at the show for a raffle entry to win amazing door prizes donated by our artists.

Parent's Night Out
2025-11-28 17:30 - 20:00
The CD Team is offering a Parent’s Night Out on Friday, November 28th from 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Parents can drop their children off at the church for a meal, games and crafts and use the time to do something for themselves. Contact Amelia Brohman for more information.

Preteen Event
2025-11-29 16:30 - 20:00
Youth in grade six and up are invited to come for an evening of fun activities, food and games.

Emmanuel Advent Services
2025-12-03 19:00 - 19:30
Emmanuel Advent Services
Join us online on ZOOM on Wednesday evenings
during Advent for a special service
to help us prepare for the Christmas season.
December 3rd, 10th, and 17th
at 7 pm on ZOOM
Contact the office for the Zoom Link.

Just Gifts
2025-12-06 10:00 - 13:00

Here From the Beginning - A Black History Exhibition
2025-12-07 11:00 - 14:00
“Here From the Beginning” – A Black History ExhibitionEmmanuel is hosting an exhibition called “Here From the Beginning.” This is an exhibition prepared by the United Church of Canada for the 100th anniversary that is travelling across Canada. It will be on display at Emmanuel on Sunday, December 7th following the service and until 2:00 pm. It is a powerful virtual and print exhibition that honours the vibrant legacy of Black voices in The United Church of Canada.Hosted by Pilgrim United Church in Edmonton, this exhibition is part of The United Church of Canada’s 100th Anniversary and highlights the leadership, resilience, and deep contributions of Black communities to the life and mission of the church. Learn more: https://herefromthebeginning.ca

Let's Stay Together
2025-12-14 11:30 - 13:30
Our next Let’s Stay Together Sunday will be December 14. Join us after the service for lunch, fellowship and activities. The after-lunch activity choices are:
gingerbread house decorating
joining in a carol sing
or making a Christmas ornament
The cost of the gingerbread houses are $12 each. Pre-registration is required. There is a sign-up sheet in the upstairs hallway or contact Val Lines (bvlines84@rogers.com) to register.

From Loss to Light Service
2025-12-14 14:00 - 15:00
From Loss to Light Service
December 14th, 2025 at 2:00 pm
For anyone grieving or finding it hard to
feel the joy of the Christmas season,
you are invited to our annual
‘From Loss to Light’ service.
In person and live streamed.
Click Here to Watch the Live-Stream Service
