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ARE YOU A GUEST TODAY?
If so, welcome to Mountain View. Please relax and be at ease with us! Washrooms, nursery, Sunday school classes are all downstairs. Please take a moment to complete the Yellow Card in the pew ledge in front of you to register your visit with us and any specific needs you have. Then be sure to place it in the collection plate when they are passed around! Thank you for being here with us today and we hope to see you again soon!
Remember parking is available Sunday morning and for special events in the hospital staff parking lot across from the church!
 During the Sunday morning service, after the story time with Rev. Mary, children ages 3 and up are invited to Sunday School where they will have a worship service of their own, learn about the same bible readings we are “upstairs” and create a craft.
For babies and toddlers our nursery is open where there are lots of toys. It is staffed with two people (with up to date police checks) who will care for your child while you are able to participate in the worship service.
Prayer:
When we come to
the “Prayers of the
People” in our
worship, you are encouraged to name the joys and concerns that are on your heart. If you are not comfortable speaking out there is a sheet of paper for prayers as you come into the narthex, ask the Elder on duty if you have trouble locating it.
 
We pride ourselves in being a friendly church and so you may see a lot of hugging going on. If you are not a “hugger”, don’t worry, just extend a hand and know you are embraced in Christ’s love and friendship.
  Mountain View Café the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month come to the hall for a time to socialize informally and meet some new people. Due to allergies food items are ‘nut’ free we ask that people do not wear scented products to church so everyone can feel welcome!!
Parking is available across the street in the hospital parking lot.
Spiritual Fuel for Living
Are you looking to:
· Dive deeper into prayer and draw closer to God in everyday life.
· Discover God’s care in the midst of difficulties.
· Become aware of the sacred within the ordinary events of life.
· Become more like Christ and experience the fruits of the Spirit.
Then come to the Spiritual Journey Group the first Monday of every month 7 p.m. in the Parlour. If you can’t come to this speak with Rev. Mary for individual spiritual direction or help
in finding another spiritual director.
 Women’s group – Meets the 4th Wednesday each month 7 p.m. for support and conversation.
YOUTH GROUP –AGES 12 +: Space, time, and encouragement for them to be the people God has created them to be.
Bob Dixon will be offering a session on Lost Christianities May 18th at 7 p.m. in the hall. In this session Bob will talk about the history of the Christian church and a variety of interpretations of what faith was about. Bob has a particular interest in Gnostic Christianity. Come out and share in this educational opportunity and time for discussion.
Stay tuned Seasonal/special bible studies and book studies
Our Library – always has new great books for everyone!
Come have a look!
 United Church Women
To unite women of the congregation for the total mission of the church and to provide a medium through which they may express their loyalty and devotion to Jesus Christ in Christian witness, study, fellowship, and service. We have 3 groups here. For more information, call the church office.
 Fuel Up for the week - A Sunday night gathering for supper and worship. All are welcome from infants on up. This is an opportunity for those who find it difficult to make the 10:30 a.m. service. We start
May 15th then: May 29, June 12, 26, July 10, 24. (no evening services in August but will start again on September 11th.)
 
Like to sing?? Mark Lloyd leads Mountain View’s music ministry. We have a Children’s choir, Youth ensemble, and Adult choir – come and join us. The adults meet Thursday evening from 7-8 p.m. and the children and youth practice
after church on Sundays.
Next Kitchen Party - Fall 2011
Calling all readers: Book Club meets on the last Tuesday
of the month, at 7 p.m. This month’s book is “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott.
Helping children at Queen Elizabeth School
· Mountain View volunteers serve children breakfast 5 days a week
· Volunteers also help children with reading for more info call the office
Because we Care: our ministry to the Moncton City Hospital We create bags of small toiletry items for people who are admitted unexpectedly to hospital - adults and children. We still need some shaving cream, men’s lotion, lip balm, and small toys for children.
We have a food box and items are always put to good use for those within our congregation needing help, people who come off the street, and the Food Depot Alimentaire Inc, who see that the food is distributed to the neighbourhood food banks.
ReConnect – we collect sleeping bags, blankets, work boots, socks, underwear, instant soups, hot chocolate, pet food, vouchers, toiletries, toilet tissue, & feminine hygiene products – contact the office with any questions.
 Want to help make a difference in the lives of people all over the world? We do through our donations to the United Church of Canada’s Mission and Service Fund– a national church fund that supports a variety of ministries. For more information ask for a Mandate Magazine.
Are you are in need of a specific prayer? We have a prayer chain ministry - Please speak with the Minister and/or call Barb Groundwater at 384-9117.
Ryan’s Well
We collect money for the Ryan’s well project – there is a donation can in the narthex. We appreciate your commitment to this worthwhile cause.
Like to knit or crochet? Join our Prayer Shawl Ministry and/or make Bandages for Leprosy
 Ways to financially support the church
· Grocery cards: simply purchase cards from finance committee in varying amounts. Mountain View gets a percentage from every card you buy. For more information call the office.
· Remember us in your will
· PAR = direct giving & Weekly Envelopes both available from the office.
Next baptism June 12
& July 3
Other ways to stay connected through the week:
· On Facebook, type Mountain View United Church and click under groups
· Check out Rev. Mary’s Blog ‘Space for your Spirit’ at http://spaceforyourspirit.blogspot.com/
· The office email mtviewunited@rogers.com
· Rev. Mary’s email mtviewminister@rogers.com
· Call or email the minister or the office for weekly letters from Rev. Mary
· 857-4817 Monday to Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Mountain View’s Ministry Team
Mary Anningson, Minister
Mark Lloyd, Music Ministry
Liz Simmons, Office Administrator
Ed Harris, Custodian
Plus our Church Family
Sunday morning worship 10:30
Summer Worship starts in June 10:00 a.m.
85 MacBeath Ave,
Moncton, NB E1C 6Z3
(506) 857-4817
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