LINKING THE CONGREGATION TO
ITS LIFE AND WORK AT KAMLOOPS UNITED CHURCH
Minister: Rev. D. Bruce Comrie
Phone:  372-3020 - Fax:  374-5368  EMAIL: kuchurch@shaw.ca
Website:  http://www.kamloops-united-church.com

JULY & AUGUST THRIFT STORE OPEN
Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:00am – 2:00 pm

Please turn off cell phones during the service.

A warm welcome is extended to each of you as we gather to worship today.  If needed, sound enhancement is available (please ask an usher for assistance).  A nursery with piped in sound is located adjacent to the sanctuary and you are welcome to use this facility.  If you are a newcomer and would like to be contacted by someone from KUC please fill in the pew card provided in the holder on the back of the chairs in the Sanctuary.  You may place your completed card on the offering plate. 

Pastoral Care Coverage from July 6 to August 9
Rev. Bruce Comrie will be away on holidays and continuing education from July 6 to August 9.  If you require pastoral care during this time, please contact the Church office (250) 372-3020. 

TRI-CHURCH VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL at Mount Paul United Church
August 3-7.  Hey pardners, you’re all welcome to join us for a hay-chomping, boot-stomping good time at the Circle G Ranch!  Volunteers are needed to help with crafts, snacks, story time, and activities.  If you are interested in serving as a ranch hand or in sending your little whippersnappers to learn a bit about life on the Circle G. please contact Mount Paul United Church at 250 376-2261.

A New Minister Approved For KUC!!!
At the Congregational Meeting June 20th, the members voted unanimously to Call the Reverend Teri Meyer to our team ministry at KUC!!  Teri is very excited to be joining our Faith Community and, pending presbytery approval, she will be starting in the position of Minister of Spiritual Formation and Community Outreach on Sunday August 15th.  Teri's Ministry Profile will be posted on our website if you would like additional information about her qualifications.

Rental Accommodation Needed
Rev. Teri Meyer is looking for a place to rent for her and her grandmother, Myrtle, starting July 1st if possible.  She needs a 2 bedroom suite in a home or apartment.  Affordable, close to Kamloops United Church and occasionally allows visitation of 2 (smaller) dogs. If you have any ideas of a suitable place call Diane Stuart
@ 250-374-5196, or leave a message at the church office.  

9th Annual UCW Craft Sale & Coffee Party – October 23, 2010
Yes, earlier!  Marg Sutherland has applications for crafters wishing to reserve a table for this popular event!  See Marg after church or phone
554-0735 or email margutherland@telus.net for an application form.

New KUC Friends Moving from Calgary to Kamloops in August 2010
Dwight and Lynda Costello from Calgary visited Kamloops and KUC last year with the intention of moving to Kamloops this summer.  They are excited about their move and are looking forward to being part of our congregation.  They will be moving to Kamloops at the beginning of August and are looking for rental accommodation.  Their rental needs and contact information is posted on the KUC bulletin board and you are welcome to contact them directly or speak with Bruce Comrie for further information.  Thanks for any assistance you can provide. 

Good News from Council Circle
On June 22, Council Circle was very pleased to recommend Michele Walker to Presbytery as a Candidate for Ministry within the United Church of Canada.
Michelle has participated in a Discernment process with a committee for several months, and has made the decision to begin her studies towards formal ministry.  We are thrilled to support Michele as she begins this new step in her Christian journey.

Also, at Council Circle, Diane Stuart was supported in her intention to pursue the Licensed Lay Worship program – a two year course offered by Kamloops-Okanagan Presbytery.

FOOD BANK SEEKING VEGGIES!
“Fruit and Veggie Overload?  Donate to FoodShare!  If you have fruit trees or vegetable gardens with unwanted produce, we will come and harvest it for you!  All produce is immediately distributed to Kamloops residents in need.  Call Amanda at 250-376-2252 to participate.

“The Kamloops Food Bank’s annual Christmas in July campaign is coming up once again!
Hunger knows no season – with 2400 individuals accessing the food bank each month, your donations of funds, food or time are essential to ensuring we meet the demand.
Contact Karen at 250-376-2252 to make a donation.
                                   
WESTERN WOMEN’S CONFERENCE is a retreat for women of all ages. 
A time to be nourished and inspired to connect, reflect & simply be together.
Naramata Centre – Fri to Sun Sept. 24 – Sept 26 or Mon to Wed, Sept 27 – Sept 29
For information contact toll free 1 (8977)996-5751 ext. 200 or on the web at info@naramatacentre.net
                                   
BANFF MEN’S CONFERENCE has something special happening for men this fall,        from Oct 15 – 17th.   For more information go to www.banffmen.org
or see the brochure on the KUC poster board.   

IT’S SUMMER! Let’s Wear Our Name Tags!    
We all find it helpful when everyone wears their name tag!  It helps avoid that awkward pause “I’ve forgotten your name”!  During the summer, it’s especially important, as there are visitors with us.  If you have lost yours, or don’t yet have one, it’s easy to solve that.
Contact Mona Banek at the Welcome Table on Sundays at coffee time, or call the church office 250-372-3020 and we’ll make one for you.  You can look for it on the name tag board in the foyer.