MINISTER'S MESSAGE NOVEMBER 2026
Greetings
For me the major event of the month of November is the transition from the wonderful colours of Autumn to the more serious winter days which always seem to arrive on time. This change of seasons can be a very reflective period as we pause to consider the progression of life stages. As we continue along life's path are we becoming older or deeper? I hope it is both. This pause also encourages me to think of all those whom I consider to be life-long friends.
Name Origin: The name comes from the Latin word novem, meaning "nine," because it was the ninth month of the early Roman calendar.
Weather & Nature: Days grow shorter and colder as trees shed their remaining leaves and wildlife settles in for the coming winter.
Full Moon: The November full moon is traditionally called the Beaver Moon, named after the time colonial trappers set traps before the swamps froze.
Major Holidays and Observances
Remembrance Day / Veterans Day (Nov 11): Honors military service members who have served or sacrificed for their countries (observed as Remembrance Day in Canada and Veterans Day in the U.S.).
Thanksgiving: Celebrated on the fourth Thursday of the month in the U.S. as a time for family gatherings and gratitude.
Diwali: Often falls in October or November, marking the Hindu "Festival of Lights" with lamps, candles, and sweets.
Daylight Saving Time: Ends on the first Sunday (or early November 1) in many regions, giving an extra hour of sleep.
Month-Long Awareness Campaigns
Native American / Indigenous Heritage Month: Celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous peoples.
Movember (Men's Health Awareness Month): Encourages people to grow mustaches to raise awareness for men's health and mental wellbeing.(I guess I qualify for this one.)
Hindu Heritage Month
Lebanese Heritage Month
November 5 - 11 Veterans' Week
November 8 Indigenous Veterans Day
November 11 Remembrance Day
November 12 Thanksgiving Day
November 20 National Child Day
All Saints' Day (November 1): A day in Western Christianity to honor all known and unknown saints.
Feast of Christ the King (November 22 / late November): Celebrated on the last Sunday of the liturgical year before Advent, recognizing the reign of Christ.
First Day of Advent (November 29): The beginning of the Christian liturgical year, marking a period of spiritual preparation for Christmas.So, I wish everyone a safe November as we move through this special month towards the Christmas celebrations soon to follow.
HAPPY NOVEMBER
bruce
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