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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

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 wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . Committee co-chair contacts: Sally McAllister or Lynn MacKinnon . 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 Circle of Care The Circle of Care is made up of many “Wilmoters” who deliver short term food support to individuals in their homes while recovering from illness, surgery or loss. If you would like to join the Circle of Care to provide support, or if you are in need of support, please contact Joan Macdonald . 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 .

Refundable bottles and cans can be dropped off at Wilmot United Church during office hours. Proceeds from these donations are used to support child and youth activities. wilmot United Church Ongoing Bottle Drive Wilmot accepts donations of refundable bottles and cans. The recyclables can be dropped off at the church during open hours. Proceeds are used for youth activities. More ministries.

Fair trade coffee, tea, chocolate, olive oil and crafts during Coffee and Conversation and other Wilmot United Church events. wilmot united church Fair Trade Cupboard The Fair Trade Cupboard offers fair trade coffee, tea, chocolate, olive oil and crafts during Coffee and Conversation and other events. To learn more or make a purchase, please contact the church office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

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 .

Between 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm, the Saturday Evening Drop-In provides an opportunity for people to come together, engage in social activities like card games or pool, and partake in various other friendly interactions. Snacks provided by The Abbey Cafe. wilmot united church Saturday Drop-In Between 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm, the Saturday Evening Drop-In provides an opportunity for people to come together, engage in social activities like card games or pool, and partake in various other friendly interactions. Snacks provided by The Abbey Cafe . A group of volunteers takes turns over a span of 4 to 5 weeks, taking on tasks such as arranging the setup, serving, mingling with attendees, and tidying up afterward . To learn more or to join, please contact the church office at wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca . More ministries .

Learn more about baptism and marriage options at Wilmot United Church in downtown Fredericton. Baptism + Marriage Wilmot United Church facilitates marriages and baptisms into the United Church of Canada. Our policies can be found below. Our Baptism Policy COMING SOON Our Marriage Policy Let's celebrate together To discuss dates and options or other aspects of your special day, please reach out to the office at 506-458-1066 or wilmotuc@nb.sympatico.ca .

An umbrella group at Wilmot United Church devoted to the care of others. Subgroups include: Prayer Shawl Ministry, Circle of Care, and Prayer Circle. wilmot united church Pastoral Care Committee Pastoral Care is at the heart of almost all the activities that take place in our congregation. Many acts of pastoral care are not known to the congregation but form part of the bedrock of Wilmot . — Wilmot's 2019 Annual Report The Pastoral Care Committee is an umbrella group of those who care for others. Sub-groups include Prayer Shawl Ministry , Prayer Circle , Pastoral Visitors , and Circle of Care . To learn more, please contact Ann Morwood or Joan MacDonald . More ministries .

Wednesday at Wilmot (W@W), an outreach program of Wilmot United Church, is open to anyone in need of encouragement and assistance. wilmot united church Wednesday at Wilmot - All Are Welcome Here Who Can Attend? Wednesday at Wilmot (W@W), an outreach program of Wilmot United Church, is open to anyone in need of encouragement and assistance. There are no requirements to prove low income or to attend church and there are no religious aspects to the program. Everyone who attends is valued and all receive a warm welcome in a supportive environment. W@W is volunteer-led with support from Wilmot United Church, other churches and the wider community. There are more than 50 volunteers involved with the many aspects of W@W. Times and Dates Doors open at the King Street entrance at 12 noon every Wednesday from September to mid-June. W@W is not open from mid-June till early September. Most guests stay about an hour. There is usually a line-up to get in, so people often arrive early. Grocery gift cards are generally given out on the first and third Wednesdays of the month to those who are eligible (it must be two months since receiving a gift card). Grocery gift cards and fresh food bags are only available in person and before 1 pm. There are limited amounts, so they are given on a first-come, first-served basis. Cancellation Policy If schools in Anglophone South West are cancelled, W@W will also be cancelled. What happens at Wednesday at Wilmot? For more than 10 years, Wednesday at Wilmot has provided a nutritious lunch, free haircuts and bus tickets, advice and services from nursing and law students, personal care items, used clothing, and food staples such as cereal, pasta, and canned goods. Once every two months individuals and families are eligible to receive grocery gift cards valued from $15 - $40 depending on family size. Twice a month, bags of fresh foods, including milk, bread, cheese, eggs, fruits and vegetables, are available on a first-come, first-served basis (thanks to a generous grant from the Windsor Foundation). Sincere thanks to W@W supporters and funders! The congregation of Wilmot United Church, through donations to the Benevolent Fund, provision of space, volunteers, and steadfast commitment to warmly welcome and assist those in need, is the principal supporter of Wednesday at Wilmot. Wilmot’s United Church Women’s group has been a tremendous support. Since 2017, the Fredericton Co-op Community Fund has provided funds to supplement costs of lunches, non-perishable food, haircuts and bus tickets. Their support has enabled W@W to assist between 40 to 90 people in need for 40 weeks per year for the last seven years! In 2023, The Windsor Foundation generously funded the cost of fresh food bags for 80 W@W guests each month. Victory Meat Market has been a supporter of W@W since its inception. With its convenient downtown location for W@W guests to purchase food with gift cards, plus its generosity and kindness to those less fortunate, Victory remains an essential partner to W@W. The City of Fredericton’s Transit Assistance Program has helped out for many years by providing a generous number of bus tickets to be distributed by W@W. Bus tickets are so very important to enable health-related appointments, grocery shopping, job interviews, family visits and so much more. St. Dunstan’s Catholic Church has been a great supporter of W@W programs for several years. Generous donations have also been received from Holy Family-St. Kateri Tekakwitha Parish and Forest Hill United Church. Individuals from New Brunswick to British Columbia have directed financial donations to W@W. There have also been bequests made to the Benevolent Fund in memory of members of Wilmot United Church and others. In the past, W@W has also received financial assistance from The Fredericton Community Foundation, the United Way, Second Harvest Food Rescue, and Dept of Agriculture, Government of Canada. Thank you all, so very much! To learn more or to get involved, please contact Rita Roach . More ministries .

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