October 26, 2009
Our Thanksgiving Special Offering for October 2009 will go towards the purchase of transit benches welcoming the community to our worship services.
Confirmation class: Between this fall and next spring we plan to offer confirmation preparation for both adults and youth. If you or someone you know is interested in learning some of the basics of Anglicanism and the Christian faith, leading to confirmation, reception, or reaffirmation of baptism, please talk to Preston or call the office at 253-0555.
Parish Events
Our parish conference – “More Than We Can Ask or Imagine" - will take place on the evening of Friday the 20th, and during the day of Saturday the 21st of November. Mark your calendars. We will be welcoming Bishop Don Phillips, the Rev'd Jamie Howison, and others. Details will be forthcoming.
The diocese is happy to announce that, God willing, our very own Jane Barter Moulaison and Tim Perry will be ordained to the transitional diaconate on the evening of November 22nd, 7:30pm, at St. John's Cathedral (135 Anderson Ave). Plan to be there and celebrate with them!
Community Events
Vital Seniors: The following changes have been made following a re-election of officers as of Sept. 22nd: Vice-President – Jo-Anne Pollock, Publicity- Sandra Brabant, Director – Pam Parisian. In addition, after 10 faithful years in charge of the Scrabble group, Renate Duddek is passing the chain of command to Don Forrester. Respectfully submitted by Vital Seniors President, Ray Hersley.
Diocesan Events
Rupert’s Land Supper Club for single seniors takes place the 3rd Wednesday of the month at St. Saviour’s. Cost is $10. Entertainment provided. All Welcome! Transportation is available if needed. To reserve or for more information please call 488-9897.
October 27 The Annual Bishop’s Dinner - Caboto Centre 1055 Wilkes Avenue. Guest speakers: The Most Rev. Fred Hiltz, Primate and Lynne Samways Hiltz. Time: 6 pm. Tickets $120 or two for $200 (charitable component). Tickets 992-4200/.
November 14 9:30 – 4pm St. Mark’s Anglican Church, 19 St. Mark’s Place. Presenting a one-day workshop introducing the work of a Ministry Developer. For more information and to register call or email 488-8966/bradsha1@mts.net or 242-2271/timmorris@mts.net
There are a good number of international students who are in need of warm winter outer-wear: coats, boots, mitts, tuques, ect. St. John’s College is collecting good clothing for their students. Contact Rev. Paul Lampman 474-8363 for information on donating.
The Family of the late Pauline Nembhard (Raymond, Kemlin and Jennifer) wish to express sincere and heartfelt gratitude for the love, prayers and comforting support received from the church family at St. Mary Magdalene after Pauline’s recent passing and throughout her long illness.
