To read the May ChurchPost newlsetter, click here. To view the texts of weekly sermons, click here.
The office will be closed Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. Rev. Jim will be available in case of a pastoral emergency.
Deli pies for sale in Beecroft Hall after the Sunday, May 17 worship service. Cash, cheque or e-transfer to ucwfinance@rideaupark.ca will be accepted.
On Sunday, May 24 at 2pm, the Pastoral Care Committee will be hosting the annual Seniors Communion Service led by Rev. Jim. The tea party that follows is a great opportunity for socializing with old friends, some regulars and some who aren’t able to attend anymore. RSVP by Tuesday, May 19 to the office at 613-733-3156.
Join us for our 55+ Spring Luncheon on Wednesday, May 27, at 12pm. This event is open to everyone over the age of 55 and the cost is $10/person. RSVP by Friday, May 22 to the church office at 613-733-3156. Cash, cheque or e-transfer can be used to pay for your lunch. If you are able to help with the lunch (making potato salad, setting or clearing tables, serving, clean-up) please let the office know. The lunch will be followed by an optional program in the Parlour about downsizing, ”Less Space, More Living”, organized by Oakpark Retirement Community. Whether you attend the lunch or not, you are still welcome to attend the downsizing program.
Confederation Court Community House supports a boarding house for men transitioning from a period of confinement. They are looking for small kitchen appliances. If you are updating your appliances and are able to help, please contact Kristina Wolf at 613-521-6807 or kristina.wolf@confederationcourt.com.
The Delphina Quintet, featuring Renée Michaud (flute), Iain Macpherson (violin), Jon Mak (viola), Alex Gayowski (cello) and Renée Leblanc (piano), returns to play at Rideau Park on Saturday, May 23 at 7:30pm. Please join us for music of Reylandt, Dubois and Mozart. Entrance is pay-as-you-are-able, suggested $10 cash and proceeds go to Rideau Park.
Tulipathon, a 2-3K walk in support of Multifaith Housing Initiative (MHI), takes place at Dow’s Lake on Sunday, May 24 at 3pm (registration at 2pm). Last year, a small group of people walked, but a large group donated. The funds are to support ongoing rent subsidies for affordable housing tenants. To donate to Rideau Park’s team, click here or mail a cheque directly to Multifaith Housing Initiative. Contact Nancy McPherson for more information or see her at coffee hour on Sundays.
We will be continuing to greet everyone with a hug or handshake as they enter Beecroft Hall for coffee hour. This mental health pick me up has been greatly appreciated. If you would enjoy being one of the welcoming greeters, please add your name to the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board inside the door. All ages are welcome!
The Living in Community: Big Soul Project Concert is on Saturday, May 30 at 7:30pm. Enjoy classic R&B, gospel, funk and soul, presented by the Big Soul Project Community Choir under the direction of Tahlia De Corso and backed by the Deep Groove Band. The concert is in support of Multifaith Housing Initiative. Grab your friends and family and come join in the fun! Tickets are $25/person; youth under 12 are free. Click here for more information and click here to purchase tickets.
All UCW and UCW friends are invited to our General Meeting on Monday, June 1 at 6:30pm. It’s a chance to chat and socialize! Please join us anytime after 6pm and bring your contribution to the cold potluck buffet of finger foods: sandwiches, appetizers, or desserts (store-bought or homemade). There will be a brief review of 2026 so far, a financial snapshot, and a short time of worship.
Join us on Saturday, June 6 at 3pm for “Love is in the Air”. This is a concert featuring Sue Reive performing jazz standards and some folk pieces. Entrance is pay-as-you-are-able, suggested $10 cash and proceeds go to the Heron Emergency Food Centre.
The Social Action and Outreach Committee will be collecting personal care items for the four Community Houses in our area (Banff/Ledbury, Blair Court, Russell Heights and Confederation Court) during the month of May. Items may be dropped off anytime in the green bin located at the top of the Beecroft stairs. Following are suggested items: dental products, personal hygiene and shower products, grooming products, feminine hygiene products, etc. The Community Houses greatly appreciate the donations.
The month of May is officially recognized by the Government of Canada as Asian Heritage Month. It is an opportunity to learn about the diverse culture, history, achievements and contributions that people of Asian origin have done to make Canada the country it is. For information and resources, check out this site: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/asian-heritage-month.html.
We are looking for help when we have communion: a couple of people to cut/prepare the elements beforehand, as well as another couple to tidy up afterwards. Email ucw@rideaupark.ca if you can help.
We are looking for greeters to welcome people to coffee hour. There is a sign-up sheet on the board beside the sheet for coffee servers in Beecroft Hall. All ages are welcome!
If you wish to have an RPUC name tag, please contact the office and provide the spelling for your full name, specify if you want a magnet or pin on the back and include your preferred pronouns (if you wish).
Rideau Park’s Little Free Library (outside the middle entrance on Cunningham Avenue) is well used. We ask that when you take a book you bring back a book or two to help replenish the library.
Naloxone kits are available to use throughout the church – in the Sanctuary, in Brackenridge Hall, in Beecroft Hall and at the desk outside Beecroft Hall. Naloxone reverses opioid overdoses of fentanyl, heroin and other street drugs. Please tell other church users.
ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Join us for coffee and conversation in Beecroft Hall after the Sunday service.
Sunday School: Primary (grades 1-3) meet in the Kindergarten room; Junior (grades 4-6) in the Beecroft Balcony; and Senior (grades 7 and up) in the Parlour. Our childcare space is staffed each Sunday.
The Euchre Club meets on Thursdays at 1pm in the Parlour. All are welcome.
Healing Pathway in-person sessions are on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:30-4pm. To book an appointment, email healingpathway@rideaupark.ca or speak to Sharon Sanderson or Brian Neal. Click here for more information.
The Knitting Group meets on Mondays at 1pm and the Quilting Group meets on Thursdays at 9am. Both are in the Parlour. For more information, contact Doreen Hamilton.
Meditation Group Online meets on Thursdays at 10am on Zoom. Contact Sharon Sanderson for the Zoom invitation.
Rideau Park Choir Practices Chancel Choir on Thursdays at 7:15pm Joyful Noise Children’s Choir (Grades 2 and up) on break until the fall Cherub Choir (ages 6 and under) on break until the fall For information about these groups, contact Iain Macpherson.
Drums Alive! (all ages) is on break until the fall. For information, contact Iain Macpherson.
Handbell Choir Practices – on break until September.
Touch of Brass on Mondays at 7:15pm. For information, contact Gord Dewis.
Ringing Praise on Tuesdays at 6:30pm. For information, contact Jeanette Caton.
La Bell Ensemble on Tuesdays at 7:30pm. For information, contact Jeanette Caton.
Fitness 50+ meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:15am.
Beginner Line Dancing (45+) on Fridays, 1-2pm on a drop-in basis ($5 per person per class). NOTE: Class if already full. For more information, see Sylvie’s blog.
Tai-Chi Classes meets on Saturdays, 10:45am-12:00pm. For more information, contact Eduardo at molon@eduardomolon.com.
Alcoholics Anonymous Oasis meets in person on Mondays from 8-9pm in Brackenridge Hall. 12 Steps to Serenity meets in person on Thursdays at 7:30pm in Beecroft Hall.