Welcome to Olds United Church Located in the heart of Olds, Alberta, the United Church has witnessed the Christian faith through worship, service, and fellowship for over 125 years (since 1894). All are welcome to share in our ministry.
"I know there is nothing better for them, than to be happy and enjoy themselves." ECCLESIASTES 3:12
Church News & Events
November 26 SUNDAY SERVICE Please come to Olds United Church for our Sunday morning service at 9:30 am. Everyone welcome.
December 2 SANTA CLAUS PARADE The Olds Regional Exhibition is once again hosting the ever-popular Santa Claus Parade of Lights - AND WE'RE IN IT! We are very excited! The Parade begins at 5:30 pm . Please contact Rev. Lynn if you would like to participate!
December 3 CAROL FEST Mark your calendars and come to the Olds United Church at 7 pm for wonderful music and Christmas carols to celebrate the season. Refreshments to follow in the Upper Hall! Everyone welcome. Bring a friend - they'll thank you for it!
December 3 MAKE CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS Knox United Church in Didsbury invites everyone to join them on Sunday afternoon, December 3rd, to make Christmas ornaments. We hope to see everyone there!
Ongoing ADVENT BIBLE STUDY It began Wednesday, November 22 at 1 pm. You are welcome to join Rev. Lynn in the Upper Hall for the rest of our four week Advent Bible Study. Stay afterwards for coffee and treats!
Welcome! HOSPICE SOCIETY HERE We are very pleased to have the Olds & District Hospice Society office now located at our church. Olds Hospice is a group of community members that support Hospice Palliative Care services in Mountain View County area by providing hospice, bereavement and NavCARE support. You can contact them at 403-586-9992.
October 30, 2022 MINISTRY PLAN APPROVED The Olds United Ministry Plan was approved at the Congregational Meeting of October 30, 2022. Olds United Ministry Plan
Staying Connected If you would like to talk to our Minister, please call the church. Let us all continue to keep doing our best to stay connected while caring for one another in whatever ways possible. May we be reminded that we are not alone in the days ahead.
Remember that the expenses of church operation continue. Please prayerfully consider maintaining your on-going support of the church in this time.
Have Questions? Want to Talk?
Are you someone who has questions, who is seeking to explore your faith, and learn stories of our faith?
You're welcome to join us in worship on Sundays, in Olds at 9:30 am.
If you'd like to have a conversation with Rev. Lynn McKinnon, the minister of the Olds/Didsbury Pastoral Charge, please drop her an e-mail or call the Olds office at 403-556-3052 and we can set up an appointment!
Daily Scripture Reading
John 1:12 - Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—
Financial Contributions
Dear People of Olds United Church - Are you on PAR (Pre-Authorized Remittance)? If you already pay bills, taxes, or your mortgage with automatic withdrawals from your bank account, then you've got the PAR principle. Monthly PAR (Pre-Authorized Remittance) offerings are an exceptional expression of commitment and allows you to support Olds United Church through automatic monthly withdrawals from your bank account.
Besides being convenient, using PAR for your offering ensures regular monthly givings to help our Church's ministry and increasing our overall financial stability, even while you are away. You can also include a regular Mission & Service gift at the same time. Why not participate in PAR? Here's how ...
Prayerfully decide how much you want to give each month.
Fill out a PAR Authorization Form with a cheque marked "VOID".
Enclose both in an envelope and place on the offering plate, or leave at the church office.
We send this information to the United Church's national office, who instructs your bank to automatically withdraw your gift around the 20th of each month.
You can increase, decrease, or cancel your contribution at any time. To learn more, please call the church office at (403) 556-3052, The United Church of Canada at 1-800-268-3781, or visit united-church.ca. Thank you!
CHURCH BULLETINS November 26, 2023
9:30 am at Olds United Church, 4810 - 50 S
11 am at Knox United, 1406 - 19 Ave, Didsbury
Please join us every Wednesday at 2 pm for coffee, treats, and laughter with Rev. Lynn.
Do you like to sing? Our Christmas Choir practices here in the Church sanctuary every Thursday at 1 pm. Everyone is welcome to join!
MEET OUR MINISTER Rev. Lynn McKinnon is the new minister for Olds United and Knox United in Didsbury. She was born and raised in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia and has served churches in Cape Breton, PEI, and Alberta. Lynn was also a teacher and involved in the music community in Cape Breton before pursuing her calling to ministry. Her Celtic roots are strong, and though she misses the ocean, she is embracing the beauty of the mountains and auroras of her new home.
Are you hosting an Anniversary or Birthday Party? Do you need meeting space? Olds United Church has room for you! Our Rental Brochure
Our church is always beautifully decorated. Visit our Photo Gallery to see our favourite pictures, including pictures from our 120th anniversary. Better yet, stop in for a personal visit!
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Besides being convenient, using PAR for your offering ensures regular monthly givings to help our Church's ministry and increasing our overall financial stability, even while you are away. You can also include a regular Mission & Service gift at the same time. Why not participate in PAR? Here's how ...
