At LMC
Please check your weekly bulletin for prayer requests and other church family news.
In the Community
Ecumenical Prayer in Edmonton
On Sunday, November 10, from 7-8pm at Spirit of Hope United Church, join with Christians from across the city in evenings of musical meditation with scripture, silence, and songs of Taize. This gathering will be a prayer for peace. For more information about the schedule this year, please view the poster.
Remembrance Day: Reflecting Through Song, Word, and Silence
On November 11, 1:30pm, join us at Churchill Square. “2024 has been a year of unbelievable war, destruction, and oppression. As we lament continued injustice and violence, come and join our voices in solidarity as we pray and work for a just peace in our shared world.” (Organized by Edmonton Quakers and Mennonites)
Mennonite Central Committee
Save the Date: the MCC Alberta Relief Sale will be held on May 31 at the Bergthal Church Event Centre. The planning committee is seeking new members. Call the MCC office at 403-275-6935 to inquire.
Christmas Giving Starter Kit: Delight your loved ones while doing good. Through MCC Christmas Giving, members of your church can honor the values and pastimes family and friends hold dear, while helping to bring treasured resources to families across the globe. Sign up to receive a kit for your church https://mcc.org/christmas/publicity-kit
Responding to the crisis in Lebanon: The Canadian government has committed to matching eligible donations for Lebanon until November 17. MCC participates in the Humanitarian Coalition’s work in Lebanon through our membership in Canadian Foodgrains Bank. Please pray for an end to the violence in Lebanon and the region, and for a just peace in Israel and Palestine. Donate online at mcc.org/palestine-israel
Calgary Justice Film Festival: MCC Alberta is a proud sponsor of this year’s Calgary Justice Film Festival (CJFF), a local initiative that aims to “provide a platform through film and visual arts that creates community awareness and discussion about justice issues that matter.” Visit their website for a listing of films and showtimes https://justicefilmfestival.ca.
Multiply
The November 2025 prayer guide is now available. Click here to access.
Te Deum Singers present Sing We Noel, Saturday, November 23 at 7 pm and Sunday, November 24 at 2 pm, in the Sanctuary, with conductor Diana Wiens, accompanied by Loretta Dueck and chamber orchestra. Repertoire includes Berlioz, Bach, Grieg, Mozart, Rutter (of course!) and the inimitable Jared Samborski. Admission is free with donations to cover costs gratefully accepted. All are welcome. Feel free to share handbills are available on the foyer table.
Excentrica Women’s Chamber Chorus
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols for Advent & Christmas
Winspear Centre – Monday, December 2, 7:30 p.m. featuring U of A Mixed Chorus, the Faculty of Education Handbell Ringers, and Organists. View the poster here.
All Seats: $25 (plus $5 service chg.) Winspear Box Office: (780) 428-1414
Camp Evergreen
On December 7, Camp Evergreen will be holding a telethon fundraiser on December 7. Our fundraising goal is $125,000 ($60,000 for Campership Aid and $65,000 to our Mission Fund). Everyone who donates between November 7 and December 7 will also be entered to win one of our “Month of Giving” door prizes! Make a note on your calendar to pray for our Camp Evergreen family, and consider if you would be willing to consider giving to our mission in the lead-up to the generosity of the Christmas season.
Canadian Mennonite University
CMU Discover Weekend – Do you live outside Winnipeg and want to learn more about CMU? Come to our Discover Weekend on November 28-30. You’ll experience all the excitement of a Discover Day, plus two nights in residence and an off-campus excursion to get to know Winnipeg. Visit cmu.ca/experience for more information and to register.
Christmas at CMU Create your own concert by wandering CMU’s heritage building while enjoying music by CMU ensembles, festive decor, cookies, and hot apple cider. Saturday, November 30 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Come early or stay late to visit our Christmas Market in Marpeck Commons featuring 20+ vendors and CommonWord’s annual Christmas Sale. Market open from 1:00-7:00 PM. Visit cmu.ca/christmas for details and livestream link.
MHC Gallery invites you their newest exhibit “No Place Like Home – Beyond the Walls.” Featuring work by 16 artists from the hARTe Trail Studio Tour collective, this exhibit explores the idea that true home is not just a place, but a feeling of connection and belonging. The exhibition runs from Friday, November 8 to Saturday, December 21. Visit cmu.ca/gallery for more information.