Lent and Easter

Easter is a time to remember our friends and family who have passed on. At Westminster, we honour them with Memorial Donations that are acknowledged in the Easter Sunday e-mail blast and the monthly Westminster World newsletter. Funds raised are used to purchase beautiful spring flowers to decorate the sanctuary on Easter Sunday.

Following the service, these flowers are then distributed to members and friends in need of some cheering up as they may be ill, in hospital or long-term care; have been experiencing difficult times; or recently lost a loved one. The list of recipients is compiled by the Ministry and Office staff, the Wellness Committee and the Friendly Visitors. Any remaining flowers will be delivered to someone who is newly identified and needs remembering. If you know of someone who would appreciate a gift of flowers, please notify the church office, preferably by e-mail at wuc@westminster-uc.ca or if necessary, by phone.

Donations will be received now until March 25

Via e-transfer

Step 1: please complete the online registration form by using this link: https://forms.gle/65zvfRKnPoT5MtTe6
Step 2: when making the e-transfer
o make security question = “EASTER” (please use all caps)
o make security answer = “FLOWERS” (please use all caps)
o please also include the following in the message line: “for Easter Flowers”

Via cheque or cash

Step 1: please complete the registration form
o preferably by using the link provided above
o OR by using the paper registration forms available in the church office and Narthex
Step 2: place your cheque or cash donation in an envelope, and either drop off at the church office or place in the offering plate during Sunday Service
o please indicate “Easter Flowers” and your name on the envelope (both are important!)
o if not using the online registration form, please include the completed paper registration form in the envelope

Any memorial funds remaining from the purchase of flowers will go to Westminster’s Local Fund. The full amount of your donation will be included on your 2024 tax receipt.

If you are able to assist with the delivery of flowers on Sunday, March 31, or if you would like more information, please contact Crystal Smith at crystal.a.smith55@gmail.com.

Receiving the potted plants at Easter brings heartfelt joy and blessings to the recipients, reminding them that they are part of our family. Please consider donating today.

With thanks from The Wellness Committee

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