This Saturday, November 15, our Dinner + Movie Night will feature the beloved film: “Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe”! Set in a small Southern town during the early Civil Rights era, this heartwarming and sometimes hilarious story follows two best friends as they open a café and navigate friendship, courage, and unexpected adventures.

Don’t forget to bring a friend! Come for the food, stay for the story, and enjoy an evening of laughter, inspiration, and community.

In keeping with the shortening days and greying skies, we focus our Sunday worship on embracing the darkness. We offer our laments before God, acknowledge our despair or doubt, and come together to remind one another that we are not alone. Ultimately, we remember that light always follows darkness. When faced with wisdom and care, the struggle can bring new life.

All voices are welcome to be part of our special Advent Choir! Rehearsals take place right after Sunday service, and no experience is required — just a love of singing and community.

Choir Service: Sunday, November 30 – Advent I
Rehearsal #1: Sunday, November 16 • 12:00–1:00 pm
Rehearsal #2: Sunday, November 23 • 12:00–1:00 pm

Our pledge campaign is going very well. Pledges are still trickling in and we suspect these last few just might push us over our target. Thank you! (Rev Greg is sharpening his razor to shave off the moustache.)

We now have a dedicated email address for donation-related questions: donors@jamesbayunited.com

Whether you’d like to check your contribution, update your PAR details, or request a tax receipt — this is the place to reach out!

Messages sent to this address will go directly to Natalia Zhuravlova, who is now looking after Donor Relations at James Bay United Church. You can also connect with her in person after Sunday Service.

Kind reminder: if you wish to make any changes to your PAR contribution, please send them before the 10th of each month to take effect in time.

Experience an inspiring evening of stories, conversation, and community as Jodi Spargur launches her new book Mend — on Thursday, November 21 from 7–9PM at Church of Our Lord (626 Blanshard Street). Tickets are $12 online or $15 at the door. The event will also highlight several local authors and their newest works.

Note: “Mend” will be one of the books featured in the new Wednesday Soup and Conversation group this January.

Celebrating its 44th year, this is one of Victoria’s oldest and best-loved Winter Craft Fairs. The Dickens Fair supports artists, crafters and small food producers from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Island who make or bake their products themselves. With over 60 vendors there will be something for everyone!

It's SO Good!

Special thanks to Robert Dettling and Jamie Waters for making this incredible video available.

The Worship Committee is looking for folks to help prepare and clean up Communion. Typically, we celebrate Communion on the first Sunday of each month, as well as on the Sundays of Advent and Lent. Preparation and clean-up each take about 15 minutes (before and after the service).

If this seems like a meaningful way to contribute, please contact Rev. Greg at greg.powell@jamesbayunited.com.