THE FRIENDLY CHURCH
FOSTERING A WELCOMING
ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL
Regular Services - 9:30 am
Coffee Time - 10:30 am
ALL ARE WELCOME
We welcome
Rev. Dr. John G. Smith
as our new Minister
Retired United Church Minister
Rev John Smith has been an ordained minister in the United Church for just over 40 years, and brings a wealth of experience, and lots of stories, with him to serve us here at our church.
Originally from St. Thomas, ON, he has worked and lived most of his career in Toronto, but moved to the Bruce in 2015 to take a church here. He retired officially a few years ago due to a health concern, but works now as needed in supply positions. His favourite things to do (in the church part of his life) are preaching, visiting, and spending time hearing the stories and songs of other people's lives. When not doing church work, he loves to travel, garden, and spend time with his 3 grandkids. Sometimes he finishes projects that he undertakes with good intentions!
He has a heart for justice, and believes strongly that our reason for being a church is to show the love, compassion, and faith of Jesus to others. With a little humour, and lots of grace, he feels we can conquer almost anything.
"May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."
Roman 15:13
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."
Isaiah 41:10
WELCOMING YOU HOME
The Shallow Lake United Church is committed to providing spiritual guidance to all who would like to be part of our congregation in any capacity, be it as a member, family and friends of members, visitors or anyone else who wants to join us. We endeavour to foster an environment that makes everyone feel welcome and comfortable in our Church and at our functions.
