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See November Quick Look below. Also, click here to download a PDF of the 2009-2010 ESG Program Guide, which outlines all of our programming for the calendar year. Scroll to page 16 for our events calendar.

Events

Event:	Date:	Details:	Contact/Sign Up:
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Grief Group	Wed., Jan. 20, 7:30 pm	Have you experienced a loss due to death, divorce or job termination? These four sessions led by Deborah Hart will explore the “tasks” of the grieving process from both a personal and spiritual perspective, with the goal of helping you move forward on your life journey. Wednesdays: Jan. 20, 27, Feb 3, 10 at 7:30 pm.	Deborah Hart 416-481-1141 ext. 320
Youth Night	Fri., Jan. 22, 7:00 pm	Come and join us Fri. Jan. 22 at 7 pm in the Youth Room! Bring $5 for pizza. As always, friends are welcome. Come enjoy the popcorn, treats and a great film!	Sheilagh at smmcglynn @ hotmail.com
Final Friday Film	Fri., Jan. 22, 7:00 pm (Note: 2nd last Friday in January 2010.)	FILM title has CHANGED. Departures is a tender story of about love and forgiveness as discovered by a young man, who takes on an unusual, but life-changing career in the funeral trade. The Oscar-winning foreign film gently portrays the dark and sensitive topics of death and grieving, with humour and grace.  Sign up at the Welcome Desk.	For more info contact Olive at oframe@rogers.com
3rd After Epiphany Worship Service	Sun., Jan. 24	Peter Merrick preaching, Reception of New Members	Church office can answer your questions about our services at ESG or becoming a Member: 416-481-1141 x.210
Annual Silent Movie Night with live piano improvisation!	Fri., Jan. 29, 6:30 pm	The brilliant improviser Bill O'Meara and projectionist Martin Heath return to bring to life the last of the Buster Keaton’s old-time comedic silent movies, Spite Marriage (1929).  We begin with a simple supper, followed by our feature attraction -- complete with popcorn! Adults:  $15, Child:  $7, Family:  $40. Buy your tickets after service on Sunday or reserve your tickets in advance by contacting Jim Boyle.	Jim Boyle 416-250-5475
4th After Epiphany Worship Service	Sun., Jan. 31	Don Parsons preaching, A Russian Candlemas, Communion and Reel Theology. Reel Theology begins this Sunday, Jan. 31 with the movie Invictus. Don Parson's sermon will expand on the larger themes found in this film about Nelson Mandela's first term in office in South Africa and his efforts to unite the apartheid-torn land. Reel Theology continues Sunday, Feb. 7 with Precious and Sunday, Feb. 14 with A Single Man. Top of Page	Church office can answer your questions about our services at ESG 416-481-1141 x.210
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Out of the Cold	Sat., Feb. 6	ESG sponsors dinner for four evenings during the winter at Blythwood Road Baptist Church (for directions click here). The remaining dates are February 6 and March 20. We are providing dinner to over 120 guests so your help is greatly appreciated: Volunteer Details: We need helpers to make and serve the dinner (4 to 6:30 pm)  and also folk to clean up afterwards (7 to 8:30 pm).  It is held at Blythwood Baptist Church  (near Sporting Life).  This dinner is sponsored by the Outreach Committee at ESG United Church.	Marjorie Hiley 416-483-2167 or Pauline Culley at 416-422-4697.
Worship Service	Sun., Feb. 7	Deborah Hart preaching Reel Theology continues this Sunday, Feb. 7 with Precious a film about an overweight, illiterate Harlem teen who suffers greatly at the hands of her parents. Rev. Deborah Hart suggestions that you watch Precious with three themes in mind: the human capacity for violence against children/women, the amazing will for life that endures beyond hardship and suffering, and the difference one person can make. Reel Theology's third and final run is Sunday, Feb. 14 with A Single Man starring Colin Firth as a British college professor, who is struggling to find meaning to his life after the death of his long time partner. Daily Apple Green Café 12:00 pm (see below) Top of Page	Church office can answer your questions about our services at ESG 416-481-1141 x.210
Sabbath Living Retreat	Sat., Feb. 13, 10:00 am	Using Marva Dawn's book, Keeping the Sabbath Wholly: Ceasing, Resting, Embracing, Feasting, as a guide, we will explore the concept of Sabbath Living and how to integrate this into everyday living. Join Connie Capes-Leslie for this day retreat right here at ESG. Saturday, February 13, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Bring your own lunch - coffee, tea and juice will be provided.	Contact:  Connie Capes-Leslie 416-481-1141 ext. 310
Worship Service	Sun., Feb. 14	Don Parsons preaching Reel Theology finishes this Sunday, Feb. 14 with third and final film: A Single Man starring Colin Firth as a British college professor, who is struggling to find meaning to his life after the death of his long time partner. Top of Page	Church office can answer your questions about our services at ESG 416-481-1141 x.210
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper	Tues., Feb.16, 6:00 pm, dinner	Come to Eglinton St. George’s traditional Pancake Supper! Crafts, songs, and storytelling will round out this intergenerational Family Friendly Program.	Brian and Marnie Malcolm 416-406-0214
Youth Night	Fri., Feb. 19	Come and join us Fri. Feb. 19 at 7 pm in the Youth Room! Bring $5 for pizza. As always, friends are welcome. Come enjoy the popcorn, treats and a great film!	Sheilagh at smmcglynn @ hotmail.com
Worship Service, Lent I	Sun., Feb. 21	Don Parsons preaching, Jazz Service, Communion Jazz as ESG will feature a local jazz trio who will play for the musical portion of our service	Church office can answer your questions about our services at ESG 416-481-1141 x.210
Lenten Book Study	*New Start Date* Wed., Mar. 3- Mar. 24, 7:30 pm 4 week study begins	Join the ministers for an insightful five week study on a current release book or study (to be determined).  Copies of the book will be available prior to the study. Plan to attend this interesting series as you prepare for Easter through Lenten reflection and study. Wednesdays:  March 3 - 24, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm.	Christine Gillespie 416-486-0825
Final Friday Film	Fri., Feb. 26	Come and enjoy a though-provoking film and the company of fellow discerning movie viewers: Title TBA. Sign up at the Welcome Desk or call 416-481-1141 ext. 210.	For more info contact Olive at oframe@rogers.com
Sunday Worship Lent II, Taizé Service	Sun., Feb. 28	Don Parsons preaching, Taizé Service A Service of Prayer with the Songs of Taizé Founded during WWII by Brother Roger, the ecumenical community of Taizé, nestled in the hills of Burgundy, France. Worship three times a day (shaped by rich congregational song, scripture, silence, candles and fresh flowers) is the heartbeat of this community's life. The simple prayer/songs of Taizé become a kind of mantra as they are sung over and over with rich harmonies, expressive cantor and instrumental parts moving us into a deep communion with God. People of every faith tradition find Taizé profoundly meaningful. We will devote our morning service to this more reflective experience of worship.	Church office can answer your questions about our services at ESG 416-481-1141 x.210
Week of Guided Prayer	Sun., Feb. 28	Week of Guided Prayer Sun., Feb. 28 – Sat., Mar. 6, 2010 Our WOGP was such a wonderful experience for the participants that we are going to be holding another one at ESG. This year’s theme is “We are not Alone.” For a detailed pamphlet, visit ESG's Welcome Desk where you can sign-up.	Jennie Keating for further information 416-762-4021
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Last updated : January 27, 2010

Ongoing Events/Services

Event:	Date:	Details:	Contact/Sign Up:
Therapeutic Touch, Reiki	Ongoing Services available.	45 minute sessions with trained members of the congre­gation in the Wellness Studio. Members have found these sessions helpful in dealing with stress, chronic ill­ness, cancer treatment support, surgery, aches and pains, and much more. See brochures at the Welcome Desk for information.	For more info contact: Ann Schmid @ 416-499-0599 to book an appointment. Those practitioners interested in a monthly practice and support group may contact Laurie Denham @ 416-497-5434
Healing Ministry Healing Stations	During all communion services.	Healing Ministry Healing stations with anointing will be available at each Sunday communion service.	For more info call the Welcome Desk @ 416.481.1141 and watch our announcements.
Library	Ongoing Service for Members	An adult lending library is available in the North Studio on the lower level, where you will find books on a variety of topics, including the Bible, family life, theology, meditation, spirituality and more.	For more info call the Welcome Desk @ 416.481.1141 and watch our announcements. NOTE: If you are interested in volunteering in the library, please contact Barbara Buchanan- Coordinator of Lay Ministry and Development - @ barbara.buchanan@esgunited.org
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Daily Apple’s Green Café at ESG	First Sunday of every month (October to May) @ ESG after the service.	Please join us the first Sunday each month after church (second Sundays in January and April) to enjoy a delicious nutritious lunch by Daily Apple while visiting with friends. The ever-changing seasonal menu will use local and organic produce with only the freshest of whole foods. Each meal will also be made sustainable, with minimal waste and eco-conscious cooking methods. Come and experience how tasty it can be to live green! Sign up the previous Sunday. Cost: $15/ person.	For more info contact: Penny Wilkins @ 416-482-9389
Yoga and Meditation	Mondays 1:30-3:00 p.m. (Seniors) & Monday 7:30-9:00 p.m. @ ESG in the Lower West Wing Studio	Yoga and Meditation Stretching and postures, relaxation and meditation are essential components of each class. Monday afternoons (1:30 -3:00 pm) cater to seniors with more gentle stretch­ing while Monday evenings 7:30 - 9:00 pm, are more rigorous. Evening sessions begin on September 15. After­noon sessions begin on October 20. Cost: $12 per session for minimum of 6 sessions. Newcomers should attend an introductory session before attending classes.	For more info contact: Casey Rock @ 416-463-7110 (the instructor)
Food Collection	First Sunday of every month (ongoing)	Non-perishable food is collected in the narthex on the first Sunday of every month. Drivers are required twice a year to distribute to The Stop and to St. Peter’s Food Bank.	For more info contact: Joan Weppler @ 416-651-5929

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Last updated : September 21, 2009

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