YKUC Announcements for the Week of Sunday February 1,2026
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Yellowknife United Church Administrator
Jan 23, 2026, 11:58:05 AMJan 23
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CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: 8:30AM-11:30AM MONDAY,TUESDAY,WEDNESDAY,Thursday &
FRIDAY
MINISTER'S OFFICE HOURS:
Tuesday and Thursday 10am-noon
Upcoming events:
February 15 - Annual Financial Meeting at noon in the auditorium
February 17 - Pancake Supper 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Please note that 5:30 - 7 p.m. above is the time of the supper/event,
which should appear on the foyer screen, and not the entire time booked
which includes cooking, set-up, dinner, and cleanup.
Book Club – We meet on February 1’st to discuss The Book of Joy by the
Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu. These two great spiritual masters share
their own hard-won wisdom about living with joy even in the face of
adversity. The public library has one hard copy, you can order it by
interlibrary loan, and it is available on the library’s Libby site in
both audio and text. We meet on February 1’st after church in room 215.
All are welcome.
Blue Bins
We are now looking for people for Feb 1-15 now!
Looking for volunteers for the following to fill our schedule to the end
of February.
Feb 1-15 Independent & Fieldhouse
Feb 1-15 Coop
The schedule is open beyond February so if those dates don’t work for
you but you can help at another time, please let Terrilyn know. She can
be reached at terrily...@theedge.ca
Remember that if you have school aged kids that need community service
hours, this does count and we are willing to complete any documents they
need. If you would like to help but maybe don’t have a vehicle or if
you have a vehicle but would like an extra pair of hands to help, please
let Terrilyn know. We can match you with someone. Remember-- many hands
make light work, and we extend a huge thank you to all our volunteers!
Mission and Service Story:
The Heart of Winter:
In many places in February, winter persists with its short days and
lingering cold. Everything seems to take a little more effort—getting
out the door, checking in on one another, and finding energy when the
season feels heavy.
This time of year can feel long. But it’s also a reminder that care is
deeply needed. Through Mission and Service, that care shows up in
practical, meaningful ways.
Through your generosity, Mission and Service partners are a consistent
presence in the middle of winter—whether there’s snow or heat. Partners
are supporting people facing food insecurity, displacement, isolation,
and uncertainty. Your support becomes warmth, stability, and care where
it’s needed now.
Hope in winter doesn’t have to be dramatic. Sometimes it looks like
consistency. Sometimes it looks like staying engaged in the face of
enduring hardships. Mission and Service partners respond to the needs of
their communities with commitment and creativity—and your support is
needed to give them the flexibility to do that work well.
Thank you for continuing to walk alongside Mission and Service partners.
Your generosity makes a difference—steadily and when it matters most.
*Missed a Sunday Service and would like to listen to the Sermon? Rev.
Alison has kindly offered the link to her past Sermons!
https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alisonmock.ca%2Fsermons&data=05%7C02%7C%7C8ebfc17a45f646c2ecc408de3f2b52b3%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639017652459689323%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=v3YdbxzVkWohOnrKk7tHbknpPdwdYcrX%2Fiz3djg6zVI%3D&reserved=0
Bottle Shop Drop-Off - The church has an account at the Bottle Shop. To
drop off beverage recycling, you use the Drop & Go computer and login
using the church number 8678736291. Thank you!
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Thank you
Administrator, Yellowknife United Church
Phone : 867.873.6291
Web : yellowknifeunitedchurch.ca
Yellowknife United Church Administrator
Jan 30, 2026, 12:16:52 PMJan 30
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CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: 8:30AM-11:30AM MONDAY,TUESDAY,WEDNESDAY,Thursday &
FRIDAY
MINISTER'S OFFICE HOURS:
Tuesday and Thursday 10am-noon
Upcoming events:
February 15 - Annual Financial Meeting at noon in the auditorium
Please note that 5:30 - 7 p.m. above is the time of the supper/event,
which should appear on the foyer screen, and not the entire time booked
which includes cooking, set-up, dinner, and cleanup.
discuss The Book of Joy by Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama.
All are welcome.
Please title this: Congregational Meeting Sunday February 15th.
There will be a two part meeting of the Congregation of Yellowknife
United Church on Sunday February 15th after Church- NUP auditorium.
Starting at 12:30pm.
1. First will be the Annual Financial General Meeting, an opportunity
for the congregation to review the financial reports and the proposed
budget for Yellowknife United Church.
2. Second will be a special meeting of the Congregation to vote on a
recommendation from the Ministry and Personal Committee and confirmed by
the Official Board to enter into a call with Rev. Alison Mock to be our
permanent Minister of Word, Sacrament and Pastoral Care.
Blue Bins
We are now looking for people for Feb 1-15 now!
Looking for volunteers for the following to fill our schedule to the end
of February.
Feb 1-15 Independent & Fieldhouse
Feb 1-15 Coop
The schedule is open beyond February so if those dates don’t work for
you but you can help at another time, please let Terrilyn know. She can
be reached at terrily...@theedge.ca
Remember that if you have school aged kids that need community service
hours, this does count and we are willing to complete any documents they
need. If you would like to help but maybe don’t have a vehicle or if
you have a vehicle but would like an extra pair of hands to help, please
let Terrilyn know. We can match you with someone. Remember-- many hands
make light work, and we extend a huge thank you to all our volunteers!
Mission and Service Story:
At Mamawe Ota Askihk, the land is more than a backdrop. It’s a sacred
space where Indigenous children, youth, and families reconnect with
culture, language, and one another.
Hosted by Sandy-Saulteaux Spiritual Centre and supported by your Mission
and Service gifts, the 2023 summer gathering brought together 31
participants, supported by a team of staff, Knowledge Keepers, and youth
leaders. From the first day, participants began building a community
grounded in sharing, learning, and ceremony.
Workshops throughout the week included cultural teachings, hands-on
skills like soapmaking and meat smoking, and powerful ceremonies, such
as sweat lodges led by Knowledge Keeper Melody. Youth helped prepare
medicines, served as firekeepers, and took part in every element of the
lodge, deepening their understanding of tradition while finding a place
of belonging.
Each evening, the group gathered around the sacred fire, where Knowledge
Keeper Carla led drum songs and stories. The sound of the grandfather
drum carried through the air as learning and healing wove through the
circle.
The presence and engagement of the Neechi Youth Camp was central to the
week’s success. These young leaders, many of whom returned in mentorship
roles, participated in every activity and helped shape the program
itself. Their voices, ideas, and enthusiasm brought energy and vision to
the gathering. One participant reflected on how meaningful it was to
feel part of something so connected: “Yes, in a way it reminds me that I
am connected to people and not alone.”
The gathering was also deeply intergenerational. One participant, a
Sixties Scoop survivor and niece of residential school survivors, joined
with her great-niece to reconnect with culture and family. She found the
experience, particularly the sweat lodge, to be profoundly healing.
There were many stories of transformation. Participants spoke of feeling
safe, learning in hands-on ways that resonated deeply, and experiencing
a sense of community that stayed with them long after the week ended.
Thank you for supporting the Healing Fund through Mission and Service.
Your generosity makes gatherings like Mamawe Ota Askihk possible,
creating space for cultural renewal, healing, and deep connection across
generations.
*Missed a Sunday Service and would like to listen to the Sermon? Rev.
Alison has kindly offered the link to her past Sermons!
https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.alisonmock.ca%2Fsermons&data=05%7C02%7C%7C8ebfc17a45f646c2ecc408de3f2b52b3%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639017652459689323%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=v3YdbxzVkWohOnrKk7tHbknpPdwdYcrX%2Fiz3djg6zVI%3D&reserved=0
Bottle Shop Drop-Off - The church has an account at the Bottle Shop. To
drop off beverage recycling, you use the Drop & Go computer and login
using the church number 8678736291. Thank you!
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