On the first Sunday of every month, we meet after church for a potluck lunch and coffee. We also celebrate the birthdays of the month. There is a bin for the Food Bank set up and some groceries available to purchase for it, in case you forget to bring something.
At Christmas time, some folks head out with a few goodies to sing Christmas carols to those who can't get out to church easily anymore.
Celebratory lunch after the blessing of the pets.
Every fall we celebrate the place of pets, both past and present in our lives with a special service. All critters are welcome.
When Halloween is nigh, we wear our costumes to church (if we want to), play some spooky games and then share some ghoulish grub like Eyeball Soup and Witches Brew.
We collect food items regularly for the Selkirk Food Bank. At Christmas time we make up hampers for several local families.
Every second Thursday sees a gathering of knitters who knit care shawls for people who need a little extra nurturing.
The United Church of Canada has an efficient, centralized fund that donates to worthy projects across Canada and the world.
Little Britain United Church has benefited from this fund! We have received several grants. Support this mission and ministry through designated donations at church or through the Mission and Service Fund web site.
We have an on-going commitment to consume fair trade products at church. Little Britain purchases fair trade coffee from local coffee roaster greenbean coffee imports to consume and sell. Purchasing fair trade means farmers are paid a fair price. It also protects children and supports environmentally-friendly farming techniques. We are making a difference in someone's life!
Little Britain is taking steps towards becoming a greener church. Our new, 4800 square foot hall is equipped with a geothermal heating system, energy efficient lighting, and passive solar heat from south-facing windows. We have an on-going scrap metal recycling program, as well as regular recyclable collection.
Fundraising is necessary to help pay down the mortgage for the new hall and the operating costs for the church and the hall. We have many fundraising events going on. Anyway you can contribute, be it with time, or money, is important. The load is lighter when many share it.
Little Britain sells locally-made frozen pizzas and pierogies. We make $1 per item.
To order contact Judy Rekrut at (204)339-8352 or send an e-mail to lbuc@mts.net.
Pierogies
| The pierogies come in three sizes: | 1 dozen | 2 dozen | 4 dozen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potato & Cheddar | $6.50 | $12.00 | $22.00 |
| Cottage Cheese | $8.50 | $16.00 | $30.00 |
| Sauerkraut | $9.00 | $17.50 | $32.00 |
| Feta & Spinach | $9.00 | $17.50 | $32.00 |
Pizzas
The pizzas come in 3 sizes: 9-inch, 12-inch, 15-inch and prices range from $8.25 to $22
They are available in the following flavours:
We will cater lunches, meals, and snacks in our hall and sometimes offsite.
Greenbean coffee has created a coffee blend just for us-- the Little Britain United Church 1874 blend! We sell:
By purchasing weekly Air Mile bonus products from the Safeway flyer on the Little Britain account through Margaret Speer, we have been able collect and cash in many points for prizes to use in silent auctions. You may also contribute your own airmiles by redeeming points and donating them to the church.
Safeway Coupon books sell for $20.00, with Little Britain United Church retaining 40% of all sales. E-mail lbuc@mts.net or phone the church at (204)757-2489 to purchase.
Bring any or all of your scrap metal an leave it beside the garage for recycling. We made $965.50 in 2009 with this initiative.
Fall Open House at Little Britain United Church Hall.
We host several events throughout the year, not only to raise money but to share fun, fellowship and community.
Some events are annual, some have been a one-time thing such as Trivia Night, Time and Talent Auction, Quilt Show and Tea, Hall Open House, and the Spring Fling.
A gourmet dinner cooked by volunteers near Valentine's Day.
Every Canada Day long weekend Little Britain hosts a large garage sale in the garage and parking lot. Tables are available for rent at $20.00/each. Hot dogs, drinks, chips and baking are usually for sale as well.
Eat breakfast and get a photo with Santa. There is also a "store" for kids with inexpensive presents they can buy for loved ones--we wrap it so it is a surprise!
This pancake breakfast is served up by the Sunday School after church, to mark the start of Lent, before Easter. Funds raised go towards the Sunday School.
Little Britain United Church |
5879 Highway 9 |
Lockport, Manitoba, Canada |
R1A 2P7