St. Peter's Newsletter for November 20, 2025
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St. Peter's Comox Anglican
St. Peter's Newsletter for November 20, 2025
November 16 Worship Service

November 16 Worship Service

Fourth Sunday of the Month

8:30 am Traditional Holy Communion

10:30 am Morning Prayer

Readings

Jeremiah 23:1-6; Canticle 19a* (Luke 1:68-79); Colossians 1:11-20; Luke 23:33-43

*Canticle 19a Pg. 88 in the BAS

For more infomation visit:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D49AFAA22A2F9C07-inperson1#/

Please sign up by 8 am on Saturday.
Choir Practice

Choir Practice

Saturday, November 22

There is a choir practice this Saturday at 1:30 in the church sanctuary. The choir will be preparing for the joint service on November 30 as well as the carol service on December 14.

Bible Study

Bible Study

Monday, November 24

The men and women's Bible studies take place on Mondays in the hall from 10:30 to 11:30 am.

The women's study will be continuing with Romans. 

The men's study will be continuing with Genesis.

Compline with Dinner

Compline with Dinner

Wednesday, November 26

Rev Irene Gifford-Cole leads a weekly Compline service Wednesdays at 7:00 pm at her house.

For more information please email Irene or contact the office. 

For more infomation visit:

http://stpeterscomox.ca/events/compline-w-dinner/2025-09-10

Get in touch with Irene (scroll down until you see "Contact Irene")
From the Searcher's Journal...month five

From the Searcher's Journal...month five

As we enter month five in our search for a new Rector, the committee is pleased to report that progress is being made! The Committee completed preliminary online (zoom) screen interviews last week with several applicants, all of whom are excellent candidates. Canon Jenny will now arrange in person interviews for early January.  
 
Now that the search has reached the interview stage,  people understandably will have questions about who the candidates are.  The applicants however, have asked us to not disclose their application at this stage of our transition journey. The candidates too, are on a journey to discern their call and where they are meant to serve Christ next.  Premature disclosure of their interest in St Peters could jeopardize both their discernment process and harm their relationship with the congregation they currently serve. In the meantime therefore , we ask for your understanding and patience and that you continue to pray for search committee and the applicants as we try to discern who God is calling as St Peter's  new Rector. 
October Financial Update

October Financial Update

This October financial update is the latest approved report from the November council meeting. The most recent meeting minutes from November will be available next week in the church hall near the front door in a binder labelled "PARISH COUNCIL MINUTES".

Blessing Boutique Request

Blessing Boutique Request

The Blessing Boutique is asking for donations of gently used clothing, bedding and household goods. Will accept small furniture. No books, please. Bring donations on Thursdays 9 am-1 pm.

Thank you!

Interested in Joining the Choir?

Interested in Joining the Choir?

We would welcome anyone who wishes to join the choir, particularly, but not exclusively, tenors and altos. We are also in need of a pianist.
 
Those who are interested in joining the choir are encouraged to email Lois-Anne using the website form below.

For more infomation visit:

https://www.stpeterscomox.ca/pages/choir

Get in touch with Lois-Anne (scroll down until you see "Contact Lois-Anne")
Parishioner's Corner

Parishioner's Corner

Luke 11:13 “ …….will give his Holy Spirit to them that ask.”

Renewing Spirit

When I see eagles soar
Or tears reflected in the morning dew,
Or shimmering sunlight touch the face
Of brooding mountain lakes,
My heart reverts to you.
And like the welcome breeze
That fills the sails
Of restless sailing ships
Lolling at anchor
In some tranquil bay,
You sweep into my mind
And cast aside all doubts
And dark imaginings.
And with the yearning of a thirsting land,
I am like clay,
Replenished in your hand.

Idris Rees Hughes
Comox

Our Partner in Mission for November and December

Our Partner in Mission for November and December

L’Arche Comox Valley

L’Arche is a non-profit that's been in the heart of Courtenay since 2000. Best known as a place of belonging, L'Arche's work is simple. They invite people with and without disabilities to come together to build community. L’Arche is widely recognized for its success in building vibrant communities and welcoming homes for people with intellectual disabilities, both in the Comox Valley and around the world.  L’Arche is currently fundraising for the construction of more safe, affordable housing in the Comox Valley.

On December 6, L'Arche is holding an Interfaith Retreat at Comox Presbyterian Church. Details on poster, above. Please RSVP by November 30.

For more infomation visit:

https://larchecomoxvalley.org/events/

See Past and Upcoming Events at L'Arche
St George's is Holding a Faith Sharing Workshop

St George's is Holding a Faith Sharing Workshop

Saturday, November 29

St George's is inviting us to join them for a Faith Sharing Workshop:

As Christians we are part of God’s wonderful story of reconciling love in Jesus Christ.  God’s love story with humanity that we read about in Scripture is meant to be shared with all.  Yet, so often as Christians we struggle to find the words to express our faith in an increasingly secular and pluralistic world. Do you struggle to tell the old, old story of Jesus and his love?  You are not alone and there is a hopeful way forward! Join Rev. Dr. Ross Lockhart for a fun and interactive workshop as we deepen our ability to speak the faith and cheerfully share the gospel story.

Members of St. Peter’s are invited to join us! This event is free, but we will be taking up a free will offering to help cover expenses.

For more infomation visit:

https://stgeorgesunited.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3264224

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Office 250-941-5388; Rev Alan 250-752-2882

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