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2019 Safe Food Handling Workshop

Workshop on
Safe Food Handling
was held on
Tuesday, September 17th, 2019
from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
sponsored by Hampton Women United.

The workshop leader was Kymberly Crawford from Durham College. There was no cost to participate. Safe Food Handling accreditation will soon be a required element in providing food for groups of people in public spaces. Both Eldad & Hampton were well represented! Continue reading “2019 Safe Food Handling Workshop”

2019 Effective Meetings Workshop

Promise & Peril ~ Equipping People to Lead Effective Meetings Workshop

was held on May 25th, 2019 at Hampton United Church

An interactive workshop to support leadership in meetings led by Marg Van Herk-Paradis from Credance & Co., Waterloo http://congregations.credenceandco.com/.

When people come together in meetings they bring their unique ideas and perspectives which is a gift, but can also present challenges. When making tough decisions, effective leadership in meetings can strengthen engagement and further the purpose of the organization. Without effective leadership, those challenging conversations can tear the group apart. This workshop is for anyone who would like to improve their skills for leading meetings. Continue reading “2019 Effective Meetings Workshop”

2025 Christmas Craft & Bake Sale

Thank you to all this years vendors and to everyone who came out to support Hampton United Church’s annual Christmas Craft & Bake Sale held on Nov. 8th, 2025.
The day was a huge success!

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The following VENDORS attended:     
  • A + B Bracelets – handmade bracelets
  • Ashley’s Custom Creations – Christmas wreaths, lanterns, decorated round boards
  • BeeCause Hives – honey, beeswax products
  • Beads by Ava – Beaded jewelry, pens, wristlets
  • Belle Pottery – a variety of pottery items
  • Crocheting – Gnomes, Gnome tree ornaments, sock snowmen & more
  • Cozy Crochet by Leanne – hair accessories, hats, bags, purses, Christmas ornaments
  • Country Stitching Post – crafty, useful items – therapeutic heat bags, eye pillows, sleeping masks, receiving blankets, seasonal & gift items & more
  • The Twisted Artist – wire trees, wire creatures and cutlery
  • The Crafty Conjuring – crochet & hand made drawings
  • Hampton United Church Explorers – handmade Christmas ornaments
  • Jingle Bell Cafe – coffee, tea, egg salad sandwiches, hot dogs, muffins & brownies
  • Hampton United Women – Bake Sale, Crafts Table & Christmas Table
  • Leslie’s Crafty Creations – felted wool purses, mosaic art, coaster, resin art, hair clips
  • Rosie Designs – hand embroidered items inc. upcycled kids clothing, tote bags, bookmarks
  • Save-The-Bread Social Enterprise – sells scones, cinnamon rolls, chocolate croissants, assorted breads
  • Stained Glass by Judy – handmade stained & fused glass
  • Stockpile Soaps – homemade soaps & bath products
  • Wandering Soul – crystal bracelets
  • Whimsical Designs – jewelry (charm lockets, pandora bead styles, snap button bracelets), painted signs

Vendors and bake table readying for doors opening . . . . 

Continue reading “2025 Christmas Craft & Bake Sale”

150th Anniversary Celebration

Below photos and photo slideshows from our 150th Anniversary Celebration:

1) Past ministers: Rev. Richard Parker and Rev. Ned Wells, along with our current minister Rev. Doug Ferris.

2) and our Organist and Music Director, Evan Funnell.

3) Dedication of the Reflection Bench, pictured are: Councillor Granville Anderson, Mayor Adrian Foster, Councillor Willie Woo, Rev. Doug Ferris and Neil Killens (member of the anniversary committee).

4) Slideshow below is photos and memorabilia displays which were located downstairs and in the sanctuary, along with light refreshments.

5) Photo taken during the service from the choir loft by a member of the Bells of Blessing.

6) Slideshow below is photos of the Reflection Bench dedication.  

2024 Christmas Craft & Bake Sale

Thank you to everyone who came out to support Hampton United Church’s annual Christmas Craft & Bake Sale on November 2, 2024. The day was a huge success!
2024 HUC Christmas Craft Show Flyer
We would like to give a special shout out to this year’s vendors, see the list below!
Many thanks to the Hampton United Church members and volunteers for their time in planning, organizing and supporting the Bake Sale, Silent Auction, the Jingle Bell Cafe and the Handmade by Hampton United craft table. We couldn’t have done it without you!
List of 2024 Vendors:
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2023 Christmas Craft & Bake Sale

Thank you to everyone who came out to support Hampton United Church’s annual Christmas Craft & Bake Sale on November 4, 2023. The day was a huge success.

We would like to give a special shout out to this year’s vendors:

  • Twig n’ Biscuit Hockey
  • Making with Megan
  • Tica Design
  • By The Yhard
  • Winding Path Creations
  • Whimsical Designs
  • Wooden Barn Quilts
  • Bee Cause Hives
  • Belle Pottery
  • Jim’s Wood Creations
  • Hand Knit by Moey
  • Pages by Heather
  • A & B Bracelets
  • Handmade by Hampton United
  • Muddy Waters Pottery
  • Joanne’s Handcrafts
  • Grace Girl² Designs
  • Country Stitching Post
  • Diamond Paintings by Pat

Many thanks to the Hampton United Church members and volunteers for their time in planning, organizing and supporting the Bake Sale, Silent Auction, the Jingle Bell Cafe and the Handmade by Hampton United craft table. We couldn’t have done it without you!

Watch our Calendar Page and/or the Hampton United Church’s Facebook page for future events!