Dear Forest Hill United Friends, 

I am very much looking forward to sharing this year’s Holy Week Services with all of you. 

On March 29, during our Palm Sunday service we will make a palm parade followed by readings, reflections, songs and prayers.  During our time together, we will explore the story of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem for the feast of the Passover, we will witness his sorrow over Jerusalem, and we will wonder at his boldness as he drives the money-changes from the Temple precincts. 

On April 3, during  our Good Friday service we will hear and reflect on Jesus Seven ‘Words’ from the cross.  Again, the service will be a weave of readings, reflections, songs and prayers as we ponder the spiritual depths of Jesus' final hours. 

Finally, on Easter Sunday we will gather in a joyous celebration of Christ's resurrection.  We will lift our hearts and voices in songs of wonder and praise as we remember the tenancious and surprising hope to which we have all been called.  We will lovingly adorn the cross with the beauty of blossoms and share in our Sacred Meal.  We will remember the living Christ on whom our hearts rely.    

Read more: Palm Sunday - Guest Minister Rev. Debra Schneider

January 4, 2026

Guest Speaker: Rev. Cynthia Stretton

"Holy Time"

On January 4th we will share in worship together.

As I write this, the theme of time overwhelms my spirit. In this season of Advent-waiting, then on to Christmas which will go by in

a flash! Have you ever just stopped to experience time?

To bask in a God Moment. Join me on the first Sunday of the new year to reflect on Holy Time. In this season of gift giving

consider giving that which costs you nothing monetarily… the gift of time.

Oh, and so you might know me I am Rev. Cynthia Stretton.

The year 2026 marks my 40th anniversary of ordination. Those years of ministry have flown by.

I am looking forward to spending some spiritual time with you in January.

May God bless you, your family, and friends with blessings.

And may you be a blessing for someone else.

Rev. Cynthia R. Stretton

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We worship at 10:30 am between July 1 and Labour Day

Child care is provided during worship

Choir and Church School resume on September 10, 2023