Alpha
Anyone interested in finding out more about the Christian faith.
All ages are welcome.
Learning and Laughter. It is possible to learn about the Christian
faith and have fun at the same time.
Pasta & pie. Eating a meal together gives people an opportunity
to get to know each other.
Helping one another. The small groups help give you a chance to
discuss issues during the talks.
Ask anything. Alpha is a place where no question is seen as too
simple or too hostile.
The course consists of a series of video talks and group discussions
about the life and teachings of Jesus.
Phone
Gwen Galbraith 728-9509 for more information on the next time
this course is being offered.
Thursday Morning Bible Study
The Thursday morning (9:30-11:30) Bible-based Study Group learn,
laugh and hate to miss their Thursday mornings. Scripture, song
and prayer are part of their time together with and for our wonderful
God. Come and see what they are all about! Call the Church and
leave a message for Sharon Totten.
FELLOWSHIP GROUP (Seniors)
The purpose of the Fellowship Group is for Seniors, both men &
women, to meet to enjoy a catered luncheon, social time and entertainment.
3rd Wednesday of the month at noon.
JESUS WALK
Jesus Walk is a group for developmentally challenged adults which
meets to provide a welcoming and loving place where members experience
a varied program of music, prayer, special programs and outings.
Jesus Walk sings in church on numerous occasions and lead us in
an inspiring time of worship on Handicapable Sunday (October),
Volunteer leadership with capable, loving and understanding people
is provided.
Mondays at 7:00 p.m.
L.I.F.E. GROUPS (Living in Faith Everyday)
Small group study in informal settings designed to build people
up in their faith in an atmosphere of friendship and trust. The
sole purpose of L.I.F.E. Groups is to provide an atmosphere in
which Christians:
LIVING THE QUESTIONS DISCUSSION GROUP
Be part of a small group that intentionally commits to be in relationship in a way that is safe and nurturing as we discuss how our lives and our faith intersect.
In 2012 we look forward to watch and discuss “Eclipsing Empire: Paul, Rome, and the Kingdom of God”, which explores fresh insights into Paul’s message of the Kingdom of God, its challenge to Roman imperial theology, and the apostle’s radical relevance for today. This is open to anyone who is interested.
We will meet for 6 weeks beginning on February 15 from 7 -9 pm or Thursdays 2-4 pm at Collier Street United. Please call Ruth McDonald at Collier (705-726-1511) to sign up. Space is limited to 12 for each group.
MOM'S NEED A BREAK
Mother of Tots is a program offered to mothers from Collier and
the Community. We have an excellent team of Collier volunteers
who care for the children while the Mothers have a break. The
mothers are very appreciative of this break and it gives them
an opportunity to meet new friends and to share in their roles
as a parent, wife, etc.
2nd & 4th Wednesday of the month at 9:30 a.m.
PRAYER MINISTRY
Each week a group of loving people receive a prayer sheet from
the Church Office (from Prayer Requests submitted on Sunday mornings)
and individually, throughout the days of the week, lift up those
requests to God in prayer ~ praying for the health and healing,
the needs and concerns of our people.
SENIOR
CHOIR
Our Senior Choir, under the excellent leadership of Judy Rodger
and Tom Loney, meets weekly (Thursday nights 7:30) to prepare
musical numbers for presentation in regular Sunday worship. Special
music is prepared for our Good Friday Service and on Christmas
Eve they present a glorious service of Lessons and Carols. Music
is a beautiful vehicle through which the Christian faith is expressed.
STORIES
OF GOD: COLLIER’S READING CIRCLE
There are great books out there to inspire and challenge; great
stories that bear witness to the stories of our lives; great biblical
themes expressed in fresh and contemporary ways. Here’s
a chance to read them and to talk about them in a circle of friendship
within the Book Club.
4th Wednesday of Sept., Nov., Jan., March, May & July from
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
THE UNITED CHURCH WOMEN
The U.C.W. provides a place and program where women of the congregation
can meet and express their loyalty and devotion to Jesus Christ
in Christian witness, study, fellowship and service. Several units
meet during the month ~ some in the daytime and some in the evening
~ and are always happy to welcome new members.
Amicae Unit – 1st Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
Unity Unit – 4th Monday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Wo-He-Lo Unit – 4th Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
LIBRARY
The
church library continues to be a useful resource for all ages.
About 400 items were borrowed and many members of the congregation
used library materials to pass a few quiet moments in the last
year. For more information, please contact the Church office.
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Programs
and Groups for Children and Youth
YOUTH GROUPS
Junior Youth (Grades 7 and 8) gather woth Senior Youth (high school age) throughout the year in great programs of study
and play … learning and sharing … where their faith
is nurtured by caring and committed leaders.
They meet Wednesdays from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
This is a wonderful week of fun and faith building for children
from JK to Grade 8. Registration and enrollment fee is required.
3rd Week of July from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.
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Outreach
Ministries
“When
our hearts are moved,”
it has been written,
“our hands are moved in the direction of our hearts ~ always.”
Believing
that we have been blessed to be a blessing, that to whom much
has been given much is required, we open our doors … financially
support … and offer leadership to the following:
RAINBOWS CANADA
There are many families in our community who are dealing with
loss within their family structure. These losses involve separation
and divorce. The purpose of the RAINBOWS program is to assist
the family members going through the various stages of grieving.
It is also very important for them to acknowledge the fact that
they are not alone and that talking about their loss is very helpful.
The Rainbows group supported and run by Collier is thankful we
can offer a program for our own people and the community. It is
our way of saying we are here to help and we care. Mondays 6:30
to 8:00 p.m. from September to December
BARRIE OUT OF THE COLD
The Mission Statement of Barrie Out of the Cold
Barrie Out of the Cold provides nutritious meals to those in need
and emergency shelter for the homeless, in a safe, welcoming environment
from November until April.
Barrie
Out of the Cold is a registered, non-profit, charitable organization
operating as an outreach program of Collier United Church. There
is no government funding for this program and it is wholly supported
by donations from the community at large, the churches and local
businesses.
The board of directors is responsible for the administration of
the program, and the coordinators in each of the six churches
form the “coordinators’ committee”, which is
the operational “arm” of BOOTC. All of the board members
and coordinators are volunteers.
Collier
St. United Church hosts two nights, Saturday and Sunday, from
5 pm until 8 am. There are five other churches involved with this
program. St. Andrew’s (Mon), Hi Way Pentecostal (Tues),
St. Mary’s (Wed), Barrie Free Methodist (Thurs.) and Central
United (Fri)
Approximately 400 volunteers assist on the various shifts at Collier
and approximately 1,500 throughout the whole program.
The purpose
of the program is to provide food and shelter, without question
or judgement, for those who are in need. During the 2004/5 season,
almost 20,000 meals were served and the Out of the Cold volunteers
were able to provide homeless people with assistance 3,655 times.
More
Out of the Cold information is available on their web site, www.barrieoutofthecold.org
MEALS ON WHEELS
Collier St. United provides teams of volunteers for the Barrie
Red Cross Society Meals on Wheels program. This program works
with the Royal Victoria Hospital to provide nutritious and client
specific meals to clients in the Barrie and surrounding area.
SUNDAY
SERVICES AT LEISUREWORLD
Worship Teams lead a worship service and social time 2 Sunday
afternoons a month, 1:30 pm at the Leisureworld Nursing Home.
SUNDAY
SERVICES AT SIMCOE TERRACE
The Rev. Dr. Donald Jay leads a worship service 2nd Sunday of
the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Simcoe Terrace Nursing and Retirement
Residence.
COLLIER’S
MISSION FUND
Financial support is given to support mission work and service outside of our church, not to ourselves. Emphasis is to be on local outreach,
such as “David Busby Street Centre”, provincial/national outreach,
such as “Georgian Native & Outreach Ministry” and international
outreach, such as “Mercy Ships”. Please refer to the most recent LINK
or church bulletin for details on donations.
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Community
Support Groups at Collier
Many Community
Support groups meet at Collier Street United Church year round.
We're proud to offer these organizations a place to meet and deliver
their valued programs
| Group |
Meeting
Time/Room |
Leader
|
Contact
|
| A.A. (Pass
It On Group) |
Mon., Wed., Fri
12:00 pm L7 |
Jim Buie |
705-728-3099 |
| A.A Tuesday
Collier Group |
Tuesdays at 8:00
pm in L7 |
Marlene |
705-252-2739 |
| Al Anon
|
Wednesdays at
12:00 pm L2 |
Barbara
Helen |
705-737-5645
705-728-0517 |
| AA. New
Freedom |
Thursdays 7:30
pm in L4 |
Paul |
705-321-6245 |
| Clean Spirit Group |
Fridays 7:00
pm in L7 |
Nicole |
705-828-7940 |
Gamblers
Anonymous
(A New Beginning) |
Tuesdays 12:00
pm in L3 |
Sandra |
705-716-9276 |
Gamblers
Anonymous
(The Unity Group) |
Thursdays at 7:00
pm in L3 |
Don |
705-429-4294 |
Gamblers
Anonymous
(The Serenity Group) |
Thursdays 7:00
pm in L3 |
Linda |
Linda |
Gamblers
Anonymous
(The Opportunity Group) |
Saturdays at 10:30
am in L3 |
Gord |
Gord |
| Gam Anon
|
Wednesdays at
7:00 pm L2 |
Linda |
Linda |
| G.A. Saturday |
Saturdays at 10:30
am in L3 |
Don |
Ann 436-7929 |
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Scouting
and Guiding Groups at Collier
| Group |
Time
|
| These
Guiding Groups are supported by Collier St. United, meeting
Thursdays Sept. to May. |
| 7th Barrie
Sparks (ages 5 & 6) |
6:30-8:00 p.m. |
| 4th Barrie
Brownies (ages 7-8) |
6:30-8:00 p.m. |
| 4th Barrie
Guides (ages 9-11) |
6:30-8:00 p.m. |
| 3rd Pathfinders
(ages 12 & up) |
6:30-8:30 p.m. |
| |
| 10th
Barrie Scouts is sponsored by Collier St. United meeting Tuesdays
Sept. to May. |
| 10th Barrie
Beavers |
6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| 10th Cubs |
7:00-8:30 p.m. |
| 10th Sea
Scouts |
6:30-8:30 p.m. |
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