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Information on the Helen A. Memorial Scholarship and the Ellen Beairsto Bursary Fund. wilmot United church Bursaries Helen a. memorial scholarship There is an annual scholarship in memory of Helen A. Young. It was instituted in September 1984 by the Wilmot UCW. The Criteria is as follows: The Applicant is to be from a family connected with Wilmot United Church. To be used for education beyond high school (university, business college, technical school or community college). Consideration will be given to student’s academic standing and participation in church activities. Students may re-apply even if they have already received this scholarship. Closing date for applications is October 30, 2023. Anyone interested in applying can submit this application to the church office via email at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . ellen beairsto bursary fund Applications for the 2024 Post Secondary Education Bursaries from the Ellen Beairsto Bursary Fund are now being accepted until Monday, January 15, 2024. All students who are attending college or university either full-time or part-time are invited to apply. Full information on the bursary here . Application form here: PD F / Word Document Deadline: Monday, January 15, 2024 To learn more or to join, please contact the office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

Knitters, crocheters, and those wanting to learn meet monthly to create prayer shawls. wilmot united church Prayer Shawl Ministry Our friendly group creates prayer shawls for folks in need of support or to help celebrate a life event such as a baptism. All knitters, crocheters and folks willing to learn are welcome to join in the Parlour at 7:00 pm on the first Wednesday of each month. Shawls are made together, and at home, and each one is blessed before being delivered to someone within our congregation. We are so grateful for everyone who shares their time and talents with this warm and colourful ministry. To learn more or to join, please contact Jilanna Eagles . More ministries .

Committees, teams, clubs and groups connected to Wilmot United Church. There's something for everyone. Our Ministry Worship Spiritual Growth Outreach Youth Pastoral Care Hospitality Administration UCW & Community Partners Our Ministry Wilmot is home to many groups, clubs and committees all with different interests and focuses. If you're looking to socialize or get involved with the community, you'll likely find something below that interests you. Worship worship Committee sanctuary committee Reviews past worship services and supports our minister in planning future worship experiences. Ensures that the sanctuary is properly arranged according to the liturgical calendar. audio-visual team Our audio-visual team produces the livestream of our worship services on YouTube. music ministry Music is an integral part of our worship. spiritual growth Updates and descriptions of seasonal programs and events can be found in the weekly announcements. Faith formation Focuses on the development, encouragement, and oversight of programs fostering fellowship. Godly Play A Montesssori-informed creative, imaginative approach to Christian formation and spiritual guidance. Adult Bible conversation Adult Bible Conversation engages with weekly scripture readings from the New Revised Common Lectionary. outreach outreach committee Outreach fosters community well-being through dedicated care and engagement. wednesdays at wilmot A listening ear, information, lunch, food vouchers, bus tickets and haircuts to those who may need it. saturday drop-in A place to socialize, play cards or pool as well as other activities in an atmosphere of friendship. fair trade cupboard Fair trade coffee, tea, chocolate, olive oil and crafts are available from the Fair Trade Cupboard. Youth & Young adults Youth Group Conversation, outings, and activities for youths ages 10-18. In collaboration with St. Paul's United Church. bursaries Wilmot provides bursaries for a few students each year to help supplement the costs of education. ongoing bottle drive Wilmot collects empty bottles on an ongoing basis to raise funds for youth activities. Godly Play A Montesssori-informed creative, imaginative approach to Christian formation and spiritual guidance. pastoral care pastoral care An umbrella group containing Prayer Shawl Ministry, Prayer Circle, Pastoral Visitors, and Circle of Care. prayer shawl ministry Knitters, crocheters, and those wanting to learn meet monthly to create prayer shawls. prayer circle Confidentially holds those who are experiencing difficult times in their prayers. pASTORAL VISITORS Visiting those who are elderly or shut in. circle of care Providing tangible support for those recovering from illness, surgery, or loss. hospitality radical hospitality Aims to make everyone feel welcome, including members of the LGBTQI2S+ community. wilmot book club Wilmot Book Club meets monthly for lively conversation surrounding the month's read. wilmot writers For over 18 years, the Wilmot Writers have gathered for tea and writing chats. morning out quilters Morning out quilters meet once each week for fellowship, quilting, handmade projects and tea. administration church council Ministry & Personnel Finance & Property Wilmot's governing body. Provides support, consultation and supervision for our clergy and staff. Responsible for the stewardship of our financial and physical resources. Trustees The Trustees are responsible for the holding and management of all real property and investments on behalf of the Wilmot United Church congregation. Communication committee Wilmot's Communication Committee issues and promotes information about our congregation. more united church women United Church Women (UCW) meet regularly for fellowship and social gatherings. Community partners Wilmot church works with a variety of Fredericton Community Organizations.

Wilmot United Church is an affirming congregation in downtown Fredericton. Join us for service on Sundays at 11:00am either in-person or remotely via livestream. Home News + Events Get Involved Stay Connected Wilmot United Church We are an affirming church . W e welcome all into the life and ministry of our faith community, in cluding persons of any age, ability, race, ethnicity, place of origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, family configuration and social and economic circumstance. Watch Livestreams First Time? What to Expect Everyone is welcome to join us for worship on Sundays at 11:00am at 473 King Street in Fredericton, NB, or from home via livestream. Volunteer Interest Form don't Forget... Sunday, June 21 will be our picnic Sunday at Odell Park! Beware of Scams using names of church personnel We will not be accepting items for the Fall Rummage Sale until September 1! Submit your Announcements Here Subscribe to our Newsletter Here June 2026 Calendar Sunday Service Weekly Newsletter Program Guide 2025 Wed @ Wilmot Get Involved Looking to connect, give back, or grow spiritually? We warmly invite you to become a part of our dynamic and welcoming church family. Whether you're seeking meaningful volunteer opportunities, engaging clubs, or enriching ministries, we have something for everyone. Dedicated teams of volunteers work wholeheartedly to create an atmosphere of fellowship and service, making a positive impact both within our congregation and in the broader community. Join us in worship, forge new friendships, and make a difference together. Our Ministries Signup Genius Now Hiring Stay Connected Get weekly announcements about what's going on in the Church and Fredericton's community. Emails go out Wednesdays and Saturdays. You can submit your announcements by clicking here . Subscribe

Wilmot Writers have been gathering twice each month for the past 18 years at Wilmot United Church. wilmot united church Wilmot Writers We celebrated our 20th anniversary in January, meeting every second and fourth Thursday at 1:30 year-round. We share our writing, have a mug of tea, and chat. Everyone is welcome, Wilmoteers and non-Wilmoteers alike, to this non-judgemental friendly group. We read our poetry, fiction, memoir, and general musings. To learn more or to join, please contact the church office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

Wilmot United Church has several options for those looking to rent concert or event space in downtown Fredericton. Rental Spaces Wilmot is a large building centrally located in downtown Fredericton with a variety of room sizes and a massive 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 agreement Sanctuary Renowned in Fredericton as a concert venue because of it's fantastic acoustics, the sanctuary holds up to 410 persons. There is a lift within the building and wheelchair seating on the front, left side. 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. 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. 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. let's work together For more information or to set up a visit, please contact the church at 506-458-1066 or wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca

A monthly meeting of people from a variety of congregations at any stage in their faith journeys. We read relevant books about faith and discuss. wilmot united church Faith Exploration Faith Exploration members come from various congregations and from many stages in their faith journey. We select relevant books about faith from current authors and discuss. Meetings are monthly. To learn more or to join, please contact the office . More ministries .

The Faith Formation Committee focuses on the development, encouragement, and oversight of programs fostering fellowship. wilmot united church Faith Formation The Faith Formation Committee is actively committed to the development, encouragement and oversight of programs fostering fellowship, education, and fun all while engaging the spirit of the Wilmot community. godly play Godly Play is a creative, imaginative approach to Christian formation and spiritual guidance. Using the Montessori Foundation, it values process. It is offered to our children on Sunday mornings during the scheduled Sunday School time. Youth group In collaboration with St. Paul's United Church, we will continue Downtown United Youth Group for ages 10-18. It's a time for gathering conversation, learning, mentorship, fellowship, outings, and activities. Location details are shared with interested parents and youth via email. community lenten services We Care for the Earth with Love through our Lenten program "Give it up for the Earth," which was originally started by Citizens for Public Justice an organization that seeks human flourishing and the integrity of creation, as our faithful response to God's call for love and justice. It has since evolved into studying many justice concerns. To learn more or to join, please contact the church office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

Live streaming, Zoom and YouTube of our worship services are produced by our Audio-Visual Team. wilmot united church Audio-Visual Team Live streaming of our worship services on YouTube (@WilmotUnited Church) are produced by our Audio-Visual Team. Training can be provided for anyone looking to join the team without prior experience. Hearing assist devices for use during the worship services are available from the audio-visual team. These devices use Auracast technology. Sunday service sound and livestream volunteer sign ups can be done on SignUp Genius . To learn more or to join, please contact the church office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

Wilmot's branch of the UCW. Members of Wilmot and St. Paul's congregation as well as women from the Fredericton area meet monthly for fellowship, activities and the development of fundraising events. wilmot united church United Church Women Wilmot's UCW includes Wilmoters and women from the larger Fredericton community. Meetings are held monthly from September to June and involve a program provided by a member or a visiting speaker or a chosen activity, followed by a business meeting and then lunch. The UCW holds several fundraising events throughout the year including: - Foodless Food Sale (February) - Spring Rummage Sale (April) - Fall Rummage Sale (October) - Apple Pie Making (November) - Bake and New-to-You Sale (December) Donations for the Spring and Fall rummage sales are welcome at any time. To learn more, please contact the church office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

Wilmot United Church's Circle of Care is a group that offers tangible support for individuals recovering from illness, surgery, or loss. wilmot united church Pastoral Visitors The pastoral visitors make irregular but frequent visits to our Wilmot members who are elderly or shut in, often in senior residences. The visitors also meet together several times a year to share, in confidence, concerns or difficulties and to update their pastoral visiting skills. If you have any questions, please contact Ann Morwood . 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 wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . 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