Event List

Maundy Thursday Service: Celebration of the Last Supper—April 14, 7pm

SUNDAY SCHOOL REOPENING!
SUNDAY, MAY 1ST   10:30 AM
We are so excited to announce the re-opening of our Sunday School! It has been too long and we have missed seeing our young faith family members. As we learn to live with COVID 19 as part of our "normal" world, we are re-opening one of our most loved and important ministries.

We ask that the children wear masks and come directly to the Sunday School classroom (Room 4 upstairs) when they arrive at church. If you are not sure of where the room is please ask one of the duty elders.

We will be having one "common classroom" for the months of May and June . All ages (3 - 12) are welcome and we are always happy to have helpers join in.
 

THE BEDFORD LEISURE CLUB ORCHESTRA
Back in the Spring of Things!
Saturday, May 14, 2022 - 4:00-5:15 pm

Join the BLCO in their only Spring concert of 2022 and their first concert since 2019!
This community-based orchestra under the direction of Bob Bauer, a respected Canadian conductor, musician and former broadcaster, has prepared selections from Schubert, Handel, the Big Band era, the Muppet Show, and so much more!

A "Pay What You Can" community concert:.
Suggested donation is $15/adult or $10/student

All proceeds support the BCLO and Knox United.
 

Men of the Deeps!

Nova Scotia's only coal miner choir returns to Knox! 

Tickets on sale now at eventbrite.ca

BIBLE FELLOWSHIP TIME
The Bible Fellowship Time group meets Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 pm in the parlour. Everyone is welcome!  This is a lay-led Bible fellowship time.
For more information please contact Judy Hayes or Donna Ashton-Ward.

AUTUMN RAMBLES
14 days of Spirituality and Physical Activity: 
Looking for some spiritual inspiration this Autumn?  Knox United Church is offering a program called “Autumn Rambles”— 14 daily emails to spark mindfulness and reflection as you walk, run, or bike. For more information or to sign up, contact Mary-Beth at the office by phone (902) 865-9216; email: admin@knoxsackville.ca by September 22nd.

Reverend Penny will be leading this walking group.
We will meet on Friday, October 7(New Date) at 9:30 am, at Sucker Brook Road Trail Head for a 45 minute walk.

Heather Rankin, Jenn Sheppard, Steven Muise, Colin Grant.  An evening of great Cape Breton music

Sackville Concert Band (Jim Forde, director)  
Sat Nov 5              2:00pm 
Maritime Melodies & More 
General Admission at the Door

Aeolian Singers

Scotia Brass (Rod MacGillivray, director)
& Knox United Church Choir (John Lindsay-Botten, music director)
Thu Dec 8             7:00pm 
Holiday Harmonies
General Admission at the Door

MENS BREAKFAST - TUESDAY, DEC. 13/22
BUILDING FUTURES, GLENDALE DRIVE    9 AM

Join together in fellowship as a group of Knox men meet to share breakfast, long tales and general chatter.

For more information, contact Fred Gallop.

LONGEST NIGHT SERVICE 
                                  
Christmas can be a painful time for some. It may be the first Christmas without a loved family member who has recently died; it may be a time that has always been difficult.
 
The constant refrain on the radio and television, in shopping malls and churches, about the happiness of the season, about getting together with family and friends, reminds many people of what they have lost or have never had. The anguish of broken relationships, the insecurity of unemployment, the weariness of ill health, the pain of isolation - all these can make us feel very alone in the midst of the celebrating and spending. We need the space and time to acknowledge our sadness and concern; we need to know that we are not alone, because we truly are not.
 
Our spirits sink, as the days grow shorter. We feel the darkness growing deeper around us, but there is light in the midst of darkness. Even on the darkest of nights, the stars still shine. We need to continue to have hope and give ourselves encouragement to live the days ahead of us.
 
For these reasons, Knox United Church offers a special “Longest Night” service on December 15^th, 2022 at 7:00pm.

Come out, and join with us in sharing and hearing prayers, scripture, and music that acknowledge that God’s presence is for those who mourn, for those who struggle  - and that God’s Word comes to shine light into our darkness. Everyone is welcome.
 

Sackville Concert Band (Jim Forde, director)
Sat Dec 17           2:00pm 
Back in the Swing of Christmas
General Admission at the Door

Christmas Day                Dec 25           10:30 am   
No in-person service. Join us on FaceBook.

Knox Council - Date Change
Thursday, January 19, 2023    7 pm
Knox Boardroom and/or via Zoom

The regularly scheduled Knox Council meeting for Tuesday, January 24 has been moved to the above date. This meeting will be a hybrid meeting and can be attended in person or via Zoom. All members of Knox or adherents are welcome to attend.

If you would like the link to attend by Zoom, please contact the office.

THE BOMBADILS 
with harpist Ellen Gibling
               
Sunday, Jan 22 @ 2 pm
Tickets on sale now @ eventbrite.ca
$25 in advance, $30 at door

Canadian Folk Music Award nominees The Bombadils bring together bluegrass, Celtic, and contemporary folk music with front-porch style and classical grace. Canadian arts journalist Bob Mersereau describes their music as "folk tunes done with musical adventure and sophistication" and Elmore Magazine calls it "an enchanting folk romp."

DANCING QUEEN
               
Saturday, Feb 4 @ 7 pm
Tickets on sale now @ eventbrite.ca
$25 in advance, $30 at door

Join Halifax's own Dancing Queen as they bring you the best of iconic pop sensation ABBA, from the biggest hits to your favourite album deep cuts. Featuring three singers, two guitarists, and one killer rhythm section, it's a countdown until you blast off out of your seat into one of the best nights of your life. You can dance, you can jive, come have the time of your life!

Music@Knox

Callehan - A Celtic Celebration
Saturday, March 18, 2023 @ 2 pm
Continue your Saint Patrick's Day celebrations with Nova Scotia's own Callehan. This band is known for their love of Celtic music, good friends and good times!

Tickets $15 in advance and $20 at the door.
Tickets on sale now at Eventbrite.ca
 

tickets adult $20,  child $10.

Dine in and take out available. 

Maundy Thursday Service with Holy Communion - April 6, 7pm. 
Rev. Judith Perry to preside.
 

Music@Knox

From Bach to the Beatles 

Saturday, April 8 at 7 pm

General admission at the door!

A variety concert featuring a host of musical guests providing music from Bach to the Beatles! Come listen to the music spanning the centuries.

featuring
Vladyslav Martsyniv & Inna Klemenko

Also featuring: Vladimir Sitnikov, John Finley, Steve Penny, Emma Sun, Xingyan Han, and Alyssa Lamothe.

SPRING CLEANING DAY @ KNOX
Saturday, May 13, 2023 9:00 - 12 noon

It's been a few years (pre-COVID) since we've had a good ol' work day at Knox! Our Sanctuary while well loved, could quite frankly, use some love!
We are going to be holding a Spring Cleaning Day in the Sanctuary on Saturday, May 13 from 9 am - 12 noon. Come on in and help us spruce up our beloved sanctuary. Feel free to bring your friends, family and any others too! Many hands make light work!

Cleaning supplies and gloves will be provided. Coffee, tea and water will be on hand. Who knows, maybe even a treat or two!

Sign-up sheets will be posted in the Narthex, or simply SHOW UP!
 

Knox  Anual General Meeting will be held immediately after worship on Sunday May 28th.

Annual reports are available online at.  reports

Crystal Jean Best

October 4, 1940 - September 10, 2023

With permission from her family, we inform our congregation of the passing of Crystal Best . A long-time, well-known and loved member of our faith family, Crystal's life will be commemorated on Saturday, September 16, 2023 at 1 p.m. All are invited to attend with reception to follow in the Narthex.

Crystal was a comfort to many and a friend to all, and her support and activity at Knox will certainly be missed. Her bran muffins and white bread rolls were enjoyed by many and were present at Knox's bake sales throughout the years. Sincere condolences to Crystal's family, friends and all who loved her.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Knox United Sackville or the Alzheimers Society of Canada are requested.

For full obituary, please click HERE.

The Bible Fellowship Time group meets Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8 pm in the parlour.
Everyone is welcome!  This is a lay-lead Bible fellowship time.
For more information please contact Donna Ashton-Ward or Judy Hayes.
 

In the Parlour...7.00 pm

BAKE SALE  

There will be a bake sale next week,
Sunday, November 12 immediately following the Worship Service in the hall.
Come join in the fun and fellowship!
 
The Organ Committee appreciates your support and asks that you come hungry!

WHITE GIFTS 
 Advent is fast approaching and with it our annual tradition of presenting White Gifts. Since Advent starts later than usual this year we have decided to celebrate White Gift Sunday on the first Sunday of Advent, Dec 3rd. Your gifts of toys and clothing for children 12 years and under will be forwarded to the Christmas Cheer Program to distribute to families in Sackville and surrounding communities for Christmas. 
We prefer gifts to be left unwrapped. Please note that we will not be collecting pink gifts this year as we have done for a number of years. If you have gifts of personal care items for women these can be donated to the Christmas Shoe Box Project instead. 

Happy Ha Ha Holiday Concert
The Ha Ha Holiday show that promises to deliver great music and la-la laughter. Featuring Heather Rankin, Jenn Sheppard and friends!

Sing along to some of your favourite Christmas music and laugh away your cares with some quirky characters. The Holidaze crew is set to deliver a unique seasonal celebration full of good feelings and Christmas spirit.
 
THIS DATE IS THE ONLY PERFORMANCE IN HRM.
$45/person (plus applicable fees)
 
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH EVENTBRITE.CA
 

MEN'S BREAKFAST
Join in a morning of food, friendship and fellowship with other men from Knox! 

Date: December 14, 2023
Time: 9 a.m.
Location: Futures Cafe - 61 Glendale Drive, Lower Sackville 

Advent III: Cantata & Advent Worship
Sunday, Dec 17, 2023       10:30 a.m.
Our Knox Choir performs this year's Canata
"Our Wondrous Story" by Joseph M. Martin.
A choral presentation of the story of Christ's birth.
 

Longest Night: 
Wednesday, Dec 20, 2023       7 p.m.
This service is offered especially for those hurting during the holidays.  Some come because they are mourning the death of a loved one. Some are away from loved ones, Some are dealing with illness, addiction or estrangement. Some are lonely, struggling financially, or in conflict with another. The reasons for coming are varied and many.

We gather in the midst of suffering to remember God is good. God is strong. God is near.

We are not alone, and we have every reason to hold on to hope.

CHRISTMAS EVE: SUNDAY, DEC 24, 2023
Traditional Christmas Eve & Communion:
Sunday, Dec 24, 2023       7 p.m.
Our traditional candlelight service with communion. 

In case of a weather event resulting in cancellation of any of our worship services, details will be reported on the church office phone line, our website and FaceBook.

Celebration of life - Judy Savage. 5 Feb 1943 - 18 Dec 2023

ASH WEDNESDAY - WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14
An Ash Wednesday Service will be held on
Wednesday, February 14 at 12:15 in the Narthex.
 

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18
There will be a congregational meeting
on Sunday, February 18 beginning at 11:45.
This is a very important meeting to discuss
business areas of our church:

• Interim Minister Update & Next Steps
• Futures Committee Update & Next Steps

Palm Sunday - Sunday, March 24, 10:30 am

Maundy Thursday: Thursday, March 28, 7pm.
                             with Holy Communion

Easter Morning - Sunday, March 31, 10:30 a.m.
                           with Holy Communion.

YOUTH GROUP - COME JOIN IN THE FUN!

We are excited to announce that our youth program is starting up again! We look forward to providing a safe and accessible space for youth in our congregation and our wider community.

Come and meet other youth and supportive adults and learn how to develop and enhance your skills and confidence. We look forward to meeting you and providing a platform where your thoughts, beliefs, and experiences can be shared in a safe space for open and honest dialogue.

Date: Wednesday, April 17th
Time: 5 - 6:30 p.m.

YOUTH GROUP - COME JOIN IN THE FUN!
We are excited to announce that our youth program is starting up again! We look forward to providing a safe and accessible space for youth in our congregation and our wider community.

Come and meet other youth and supportive adults and learn how to develop and enhance your skills and confidence. We look forward to meeting you and providing a platform where your thoughts, beliefs, and experiences can be shared in a safe space for open and honest dialogue.

Date: Thursday, May 2nd
Time: 5 - 6:30 p.m.
 

Join us for a musical journey throughout the incredible career timeline and epic song catalogue of Canadian icon, Anne Murray.

Featuring vocalist Jenn Sheppard and the Vinyl 33 Band, which includes George Hebert, Anne’s original guitarist.

Sing along to all your favourite like Snow Bird, Cotton Jenny, Danny’s Song, Just One Look, Love Song, Could I Have This Dance, You Needed Me, Little Good News and many more!

Anne Murray’s unmistakable voice and time-honoured music have been a part of our daily lives and our most-cherished memories for over 50 years.

Celebrate her incredible legacy as Vinyl 33 respectfully recreates over 20 classic Anne Murray hits, back-to-back, the way you remember hearing them.
The Vinyl 33 band includes guitarist George Hebert, Emily Dingwall on bass guitar and background vocals, Aaron Lewis on drums, Fred Lavery on acoustic guitar, Richard Burke on saxophone and Musical Director Stephen Muise on piano and background vocals.

Cape Breton’s Jenn Sheppard, an avid Anne Murray fan, leads the band through the melodic timeline, all the while highlighting important moments throughout Anne’s illustrious career and life.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW THROUGH EVENTBRITE.CA (with applicable fees)
OR
THROUGH THE KNOX OFFICE (no fees) DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS

With Sympathy - 
We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Beth, Rachael (Drew), Max (Sam) and his granddaughter Emma on the passing of Scott Martin early Wednesday, July 24, 2024.

Scott was a vibrant and important member of the Knox family.
His humor and welcoming presence
was a gift to all.

Visitation will be at Knox,
Tuesday, July 30 - 6-8 pm.

Celebration of Life at Knox,
Wednesday, July 31 - 1pm.

Reception to follow.
 

A Memorial Service will be held at 1pm Thursday, August 29th, 2024 at Knox United Church, Rev. Tom Woods officiating, followed by a reception in the church narthex. In Lieu of flowers, Donations may be made in Gail’s honour to Knox United Church.

An Anniversary Afternoon of Song!

Knox United Choir with Director, John Lindsay-Botten

Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 1:30 p.m.

Come hear the Knox United Choir accompanied on piano and our Casavant organ by

Director, John Lindsay-Botten! Enjoy the sacred sounds of beloved hymns, other selections and there’s even a hymn

sing where attendees can ask for their favourite songs.

Sackville, Nova Scotia –

Free-will donations accepted at the door.
All proceeds support Knox United Church ministries.

COVENANTING SERVICE FOR
REV. TOM WOODS

Sunday, November 10, 2024

We will be celebrating and formalizing the relationship with Rev. Tom Woods as he officially becomes our Intentional Interim Minister. 

A covenanting service is a celebration of the whole church and we have a special day planned.

Our regular worship service is at 10:30 a.m.

A pot-luck luncheon will be held from
11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Covenanting Service is from 1 - 2 p.m.

The covenanting service is considered an "historic moment" in the life of a church. It brings the congregation together as we make a promise with the minister to support the work and life of our congregation.

Mark this date in your calendars! We hope to see you there!

Sign up sheets for the pot-luck supper are in the Narthex.

BREAKFAST WITH THE CLAUSES
Families with children under 12 are invited to come enjoy a FREE breakfast of pancakes and sausages with Santa & Mrs. Claus.
The breakfast will be in the church hall. 

Saturday, November 30, 2024
9 - 11

2 Shows - 2.00 pm and 7.00 pm

Happy ha ha Holidaze is back with a brand new showset to deliver some great music and plenty of la-la laughter. Sing along to some of your favourite Christmas music and laugh away your cares with some quirky characters. The Caper Holidaze crew is set to deliver a unique seasonal celebration full of good feelings and some down home East Coast Christmas spirit.

Happy Ha Ha Holidaze is a music and comedy Christmas experience that invites you to enjoy over two hours of your favourite (and new!) Christmas sounds, stories and characters. 

Featuring Jenn Sheppard, Heather Rankin, Terrance Murphy, Stephen Muise, Fred Lavery, Colin Grant & Emily Dingwall.

TICKETS ON SALE ON EVENTBRITE.CA AFTER 3 P.M. ON SEPT 12/24

TICKETS ON SALE THROUGH KNOX OFFICE BEGINNING MONDAY, SEPT 16/24