Wilmot's Outreach Committee fosters community well-being through dedicated care and engagement. wilmot united church Outreach Committee There are many possibilities available for people—no matter their age, interests or talents—to share their time for others. The committee typically meets bi-monthly and, among others, supports the following endeavours: Wednesdays at Wilmot From September to June, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm, an outreach opportunity is presented to individuals who may need a listening ear, information, lunch, food vouchers, bus tickets and haircuts. UNB nursing and law students are often available to answer questions. Outreach welcomes donation of cookies, baking, non-perishable foods and financial support to the Benevolent Fund from which food gift cards are purchased. Four volunteer teams of 8-10 people (many of whom are non-Wilmoters) ensure this program happens. Donations of food/personal supplies Donations of food and personal supplies are used by the Wednesdays at Wilmot program. Non-perishable food, mittens, socks, and personal hygiene items may be dropped off at the church during office hours or on Sundays. Seasonal or event-specific needs are shared via the weekly announcements. Saturday Evening Drop-In From September until June, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, the Saturday Evening Drop-In offers a place to socialize, play cards or pool as well as other activities in an atmosphere of friendship. Food provided by the Abbey Cafe as well as snacks are enjoyed. Volunteer teams rotate over a 4 - 5-week period, being responsible for set up, serving, socializing with guests and clean up. Many of the volunteers provide soup, baking and other snacks to enhance the light evening meal. Contact: Guy Vezina or Jon Sweeney Fair Trade cupboard Coffee, tea, chocolate, olive oil that are Fair Trade Certified are available during Coffee & Conversation and at other gatherings. Wilmot is committed to using Fair Trade Coffee specifically the Breaking the Silence blend, which is produced from a coffee co-operative in Guatemala. The extra virgin olive oil is from Palestine. Our goal is to promote and distribute fair trade products which puts more profit into the hands of the producers. soup's on! Several times during the year, the committee prepares and serves a soup luncheon to the congregation after church. Funds raised support Wilmot’s Outreach projects or other designated needs. Watch for upcoming dates in the Wilmot weekly announcements. ACCESS TO JUSTICE We educate ourselves and often express our concerns on Access to Justice issues for those without sufficient economic means to bring their needs to government. To learn more about the Outreach committee or programs, please contact the church office at office@wilmotchurch.com . Committee co-chair contacts: Sally McAllister or Lynn MacKinnon . More ministries .

Stewardship of Wilmot United Church's financial and physical resources. wilmot united church Finance & Property Our Finance and Property Committee stewards Wilmot's financial and physical resources. This includes our annual budget and keeping the congregation informed about our financial situation. More ministries .

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Music is a powerful part of worship. Wilmot's music ministry leaders are Director of Music Steven Peacock and Organist/Pianist Margaret MacDonald Music Ministry Mus ic Ministr y For many, music is a powerful part of worship. New to Wilmot's music ministry is Dino Andriani. As Music Director, Dino oversees the musical content of our worship services, plays organ and piano, and conducts the Senior Choir. Steven Peacock, now retired, continues to conduct the Handbell Choir. senior choir The Wilmot Senior Choir is a four-part (SATB) c horus which sings music in a range of classical and contemporary sacred styles. We rehearse in the choir loft from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. on Thursday nights from September to May, and we warm up for Sunday worship half an hour before each service begins. The Senior Choir is a user-friendly group that combines solid music making and fun in a nurturing and positive environment. New singers are always very welcome! frank t. pridham memorial handbell choir The Frank T. Pridham Memorial Handbell Choir is a three-octave choir which performs at worship services about once a month between September and May. Our rehearsals take place in the Godly Play Room every Thursday night between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m., and the musical challenges are always balanced with lots of camaraderie. New ringers are very welcome! other ensembles and soloists Wilmot often welcomes a variety of smaller vocal and instrumental ensembles (such as the Youth Chime Choir) to special services throughout the year. As well, vocal, and instrumental soloists (and, on occasion, music professionals) from within and beyond the Wilmot congregation are a regular feature of our worship services. Dino provides rehearsal preparation, accompaniments, and arrangements for these musicians, with the goal of positive and worshipful musical experiences for our performers and our congregation. To learn more or to join, please contact our Church Office . More ministries

Wilmot United Church has several options for those looking to rent concert or event space in downtown Fredericton. Rental Spaces Our Spaces Wilmot is a large building centrally located in downtown Fredericton with a variety of room sizes and a large licensed commercial kitchen. Our spaces are available to rent for events, clubs, teams, and activities. Discounts are provided for non-profit organizations and anyone booking more than six hours of space. Interested in making a booking? Our rental application will need to be filled out. Rental Application The Sanctuary Renowned in Fredericton as a concert venue because of it's fantastic acoustics and beautiful architecture, the sanctuary holds up to 410 persons. There is a lift within the building and wheelchair seating on the front, left side. The Fireside Room A comfortable room with an electric fireplace for meetings of 25-30 people. Chairs are arranged in a circle when you first arrive. The Parlour For intimate gatherings of up to forty people, the parlour is a cozy, quiet place with lots of comfortable seating. The Kitchen Wilmot has a giant kitchen with three stoves, ample counter space and an industrial dishwasher. A kitchen monitor will be provided if you rent this space to ensure that safety standards are maintained. The Gymnasium A big space for sport-based activities, children's clubs and events that holds up to 777 persons. Tables and chairs can be rented and set up for seated events. The Board Room Perfect for meetings of up to 12-15 people, the board room has a large central table, kitchenette station for refreshments, whiteboards and an HDMI-accessible television screen for presentations. Our Rental Calendar Book Your Event Book your rental today For more information or to set up a visit, please contact the church at 506-458-1066 or office@wilmotchurch.com

The Radical Hospitality Committee devotes themselves to making everyone feel welcome, including members of the LGBTQI2S+ community. wilmot united church Radical Hospitality The Radical Hospitality Committee members reach out to the congregation to make everyone feel welcome, hosting and helping with events that strive for inclusion and an opportunity to meet. We assist in our intentional welcome of the LGBTQI2S+ community and seek paths of exploring other areas where the congregation wishes to strengthen its welcome. Members are always open to be approached for any questions or ideas anyone has to offer. rainbow brunch A gathering of Wilmot LGBTQI2S+ members and allies. We come together to share a potluck meal and conversation. We encourage members of other congregations to join us. Progressive Dinner Part of the Christmas season at Wilmot. Adults are invited to a planned potluck dinner with various courses held in different venues. After we enjoy delicious appetizers, main courses and desserts, the evening ends with a carol sing. PRIDE PARADE Each year members and allies of Wilmot march in Fredericton's Pride Parade. It is a chance to be a visible presence in the community, letting everyone know that they are welcome. CHURCH PICNIC Every June the Radical Hospitality Committee sponsors a church picnic, rain or shine. We provide a barbecue while others provide the worship service and games for the young at heart. WELCOME SUNDAY Each September we plan and sponsor a barbecue to welcome everyone to the new church year. To learn more or get involved, please contact the church office at office@wilmotchurch.com More ministries .

If you're looking to financially support Wilmot's faith community or the work that we do, there are several payment options. Donations Below are several options to financially support Wilmot's faith community and the work that we do. Donate in person on Sunday Morning by putting your envelope on one of the offering plates at either entrance to the sanctuary. Donate by bringing or mailing your cheque to the church office during the week. Donate using Canada Helps here . Donate by arranging Pre-Authorized Remittances (PAR) through the Church Office by c alling 506-458-1066 or emailing office@wilmotchurch.com Donate using Interac e-Transfer: Start by logging into your online or mobile banking app. Locate the Interac e-Transfers option, often found on the main screen or in the Bills/Transfer section. Add Wilmot as a payee/recipient using the email address wilmot.office@gmail.com . Once Wilmot is added as a recipient, select "send money," then select your bank account, and enter the amount you wish to send. We are set-up for auto-deposit , so no security question/answer is needed. Please add a note or memo to the e-Transfer explaining how you want your donation split between funds. For example, a $30 donation might use "10 Local, 5 M&S, 10 Capital, 5 Benevolent". If you do not specify anything in the e-Transfer message, your donation will be placed in the general church operating fund. Wilmot Church Treasurer is Gerhard Du eck

Godly Play is a creative, imaginative approach to Christian formation and spiritual guidance. Using the Montessori Foundation, it values process, openness, community, and relationships. It is being offered to our children on Sunday mornings during the scheduled Sunday School time. wilmot united church Godly Play Godly Play is a creative, imaginative approach to Christian formation and spiritual guidance. Using the Montessori Foundation, it values process, openness, community, and relationships. It is being offered to our children on Sunday mornings during the scheduled Sunday School time. To learn more or to join, please contact Amanda Diggins , our Children, Youth and Young Adult Coordinator. More ministries .

Wilmot's Sanctuary Committee ensures that the sanctuary is properly arranged according to the liturgical calendar. Sanctuary Committee The Sanctuary Committee, operating under the Worship Committee, is tasked with the responsibility of appropriately arranging the sanctuary in alignment with the liturgical calendar. To learn more or to join, please contact the church office at office@wilmotchurch.com More ministries .

Offering support, consultation and supervision for clergy and staff at Wilmot United Church. wilmot united church Ministry & Personnel The Ministry and Personnel Committee provides support, consultation and supervision. They facilitate communication among clergy, congregation and staff members as well as carry out typical human resources functions. If you wish to contact the Ministry and Personnel committee, you can reach out to Peter Thompson . Conversations can be confidential if you wish. Back to Our Ministry page.

Wilmot United Church works with a variety of businesses and organizations in the Fredericton region and beyond. Learn more about our community partners. wilmot united church Our Community Partners Wilmot church widens its walls to create a space to welcome Fredericton's community organizations. You can find information on each of them by browsing their websites and/or Facebook pages, or by contacting the church office. Fredericton Toy Library Narcotics Anonymous Big Brothers Big Sisters Higashi Kaze Iaido and Kendo Club Shivering Songs / Sweltering Songs Fredericton Legal Advice Clinic (FLAC) Candlelight Concerts by fever More ministries .

For anyone looking to get in touch with Wilmot United Church. Contact Meet The Team Contact Join us in-person or virtually every Sunday at 11:00 AM AST. 473 King Street Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada E3B 1E5 506-458-1066 office@wilmotchurch.com Office Hours: Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; closed for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:00PM Meet the Team Minister Rev. Russ Daye russ@wilmotchurch.com Russ has been a minister for more than thirty years, and served churches in Toronto, Halifax, Quebec’s Eastern Townships, and outport Newfoundland. He has also taught at three theological colleges and worked on truth and reconciliation processes in Canada, South Africa, and Fiji, where he was UCC overseas personnel for several years. Much of his ministry has been shaped by what you might call 'intersectionality' - the points of connection between the mainline church and other kinds of communities: Indigenous communities; Muslim and Buddhist communities; communities of refugees in the Middle East; and racialized communities. He has published two books, one on reconciliation in South Africa, and one entitled Turning Ourselves Inside Out: Thriving Christian Communities, which he co-authored with Dr. Robert Fennell of the Atlantic School of Theology after they spent five years researching churches in Canada and the US that found a way to revitalize after a period of decline. Russ and his partner, Virginia, enjoy adventure travel and outdoor sports and hope that they will keep them fit enough to keep up with their growing and very energetic clan of children and grandchildren. Executive Director Cassandra Leblanc cassandra@wilmotchurch.com Cassandra has called Fredericton home for 22 years and has been the Executive Director of Fredericton Community Kitchens since March 2020. During her tenure, she helped lead significant organizational growth and development, including doubling annual revenue, co-developing and implementing the organization’s first strategic plan, expanding the front-line workforce, strengthening organizational development, and substantially increasing program capacity and organizational reach. Cassandra also served as a Councillor on Fredericton’s City Council for five years from 2021 to 2026. Both this and her Executive Director position have allowed her to build a strong and extensive network of community relationships across our City and beyond. In addition to her work experiences, which also include a business Owner/Operator, an Administrative Manager and a Sales Associate, Cassandra has been a volunteer with Food Depot Ailmentaire, the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce and Women in Business. Cassandra is excited to get to know the Wilmot community and culture, and to take on this leadership role with Wilmot at a time when she can contribute to our vision for our future, to our strategic and collaborative work within the community and to the necessary work to strengthen and grow our capacity and sustainability. Music Director Dino Andriani Dino Andriani is a Saint John Native, former organist at Church of St. John Baptist (Mission Church) & St. Clement, Stella Maris Church, and supply at others across the province. An actor and writer by nature, Dino has written and performed in multiple international theatre festivals, and is excited to be bringing his passion and talents to Wilmot United Church. Office Administrator Teena Laagland Come back soon for Teena's bio! She's in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, all day. Commuinication Coordinator Brooklyn Laagland Bio coming soon! Custodian Randy Randall Randy Randall is our custodian and has been part of our church family for 21 years. We enjoy and value his welcoming smile and his helpful ways. His working hours are: 9am to 5 pm, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, with a lunch break 12 noon to 12:30pm.