Upcoming Events

1st Annual CarolFest

December 6, 2008 7pm

Join us for a night of singing and fellowship.

Blue Christmas Service

Sunday December 7, 2008 at 7pm blue christmas

All are invited to our "Blue Christmas" service

The constant refrain on radio and television, in shopping malls and churches, about the happiness of the Christmas Season, about getting together with family and friends, reminds many people of what they have lost or have never had. The anguish of broken relationships, the insecurity of unemployment, the weariness of ill health, the pain of isolation, the gut wrenching loss of a child, the loneliness of no longer having a beloved spouse to share each day, the loss of a dear family pet - all these can contribute to a feeling of being alone, of 'feeling blue' in the midst of the society around us which seems bent on 'being happy' and 'celebrating'. There are years when we hurt at Christmas time and can't get into the festivities others seem to be able to do.

It's at such times that we need to gather together and know we are not alone. We need people from our congregation to attend for people can pray and support people who are struggling. In reality there isn't many of us for whom Christmas isn't a reminder of something lost....but Christmas is a time also where God is there for us whether in a gestation period or a time of new beginnings by the birth of a tiny baby. With God's help Advent and Christmas offers hope.

Cranbrook United Church invites you at 7:00 pm Sunday December 7, 2008 to come and join in prayers, Scripture and music that acknowledge that God's presence is for all...those who mourn, those who struggle, those that support, and those that just need a break from the expectations of the glitz and media - and that God's Word comes to shine light into our darkness.

The brief service will be followed by a time for light refreshments and fellowship. Please accept this invitation to be with us - a time to move from feeling 'blue' to experiencing the wonder and hope of Christmas. No need to RSVP - our doors will be open to all who come so please feel free to invite others to come with you, as your support, or anyone you know that is finding that Christmas hurts.

With love,

Rhonda Pigott

Minister, 250 426 2022

White Gift Sunday

December 14, 2008

We ask that you bring a gift for a child in need or donations for non-perishable food or a monetary gift for our Cranbrook Food Bank wrapped in white paper. Please indicate on the gift the appropriate gender and age.

Steven Palmer -

Folk Singer from Moose Jaw

Cranbrook United will be hosting coffeehouse concert for both the church and the people in our community. There will be two - 45 minute sets with a 30 minute dessert break.

Raised on gospel, country and the blues, the old time influences on a young prairie picker with a love of Doc Watson makes Steve Palmer a good fit.

Tickets are available from various committee members or at the office. Adults $12.00 and $10.00 for Seniors & Students.

Proceeds will go to the proposed Cranbrook Women's Shelter.

Once a Month Movie Night

A time to get together with friends, neighbours and family and enjoy a night at the movies at CUC. Titles will include box office award winners, foreign films and we are open to suggestions. And what's a movie without popcorn and something to drink then add some good conversation to complete a fun night. Everyone is welcome.

Music Jam Session

Anyone interested in having a Jam Session once a month. this is not about performing, its about people of all ages and all abilities bringing those instruments out of the closet and just having fun.