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July 12 Worship Services7th Sunday After Pentecost 8:30 am Traditional Eucharist 10:30am Island Liturgy Readings Genesis 25:19-34; Psalm 119:105-112; Romans 8:1-11;
Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
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Warden's CornerEric Macdonald Moving Forward…. When Joshua gathered the Israelites to cross over the river Jordan and enter the a new promised land, he instructed them to set up twelve stones from the middle of the river along the shore. The stones served as a reminder of the many ways that God had provided for their needs while they had been wandering in the desert wilderness. St Peter’s has been in a kind of wilderness as well this past year as we searched for a new Rector and, like Joshua, we are now being called to move ahead into new and uncharted territory. This Sunday, Francis begins as our new Rector and will walk with us into a new “promised land.” As we stand at this threshold, let us pause to recall the many ways that God has richly provided for our needs this past year. We give thanks especially for Alan’s gentle and wise shepherding as well as the abundant offerings of time, talents, and funds. Joshua’s memorial stones also remind us, not only of God’s faithfulness thus far, but also of God’s promise that His Presence will always go with us. So too, let us turn our attention to the future and move forward in the Spirit trusting in God’s Presence and His promise to provide for our every need step by step on the road ahead. |
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A Letter from the Bishop for Pride Month
As we move through our community calendar, we want to share an important pastoral message with you.
Our bishop has issued a formal letter addressing Pride Month, offering guidance, prayerful insights, and context for our congregation. We encourage all members of our community to read it, reflect on its message, and join us in continuing our shared dialogue.
You can read the full statement here.
We pray that our community continues to be a place of mutual respect, deep faith, and thoughtful reflection.
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Gracing Our Sanctuary: This Week's Floral Gifts
This upcoming Sunday’s floral arrangements are donated by Yvonne Oldaker, to the glory of God and in loving memory of her father. |
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Summer Garden Maintenance Update
You may have noticed our church gardens looking for a little
extra love lately.
We are happy to share that routine maintenance is officially taken care of for the season! The team from Lavenders Blue will be visiting within the next week or so to tidy up the beds and keep our grounds looking beautiful all summer long.
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St Peter's WalkersSunday, July 12 This week we will walk the power lines trail just after Lake Trail school. Rich will be leading. Meeting point is Lake Trail School parking lot at 1:30pm. Contact Mickey at (250) 702-9141 if you plan on attending.
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Choir PracticeChoir Summer Break: See You in September! Following a wonderful season of music, fellowship, and harmony, our choir is officially on summer break. There will be no regular rehearsals or performances during July and August.
We want to extend a massive thank you to our directors, musicians, and every single choir member for dedicating their time and talent this past year.
An announcement will be made in the newsletter when the next choir practice is scheduled.
Those who are interested in joining the choir are encouraged to email Lois-Anne using the website form below. For more infomation visit:
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Bible StudySummer Bible Study Break As we enter the warm summer months, our Men’s and Women’s Bible Study groups will be taking a seasonal break to allow everyone time for rest, travel, and fellowship with family.
Our weekly sessions will pause starting this week. We want to thank everyone who participated, shared,
and grew with us over the past season.
We will officially resume our studies in September. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements regarding the exact start dates, times.
We wish you all a safe, refreshing, and blessed summer. Keep seeking the Word in your personal devotionals, and we look forward to gathering together again soon.
Blessings,
The Bible Study Leadership Team
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ComplineCompline Summer Break & September Return As we enter the summer season, our weekly Compline service will be taking a temporary hiatus. The service will pause for the months of July and August to allow our leaders and volunteers a time of rest and refreshment. We will gather again to resume our regular Compline schedule in September. Specific dates and times for our autumn return will be shared in the newsletter. Thank you for your continued presence and support throughout the year. We wish you all a peaceful, safe, and rejuvenating summer.
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A Familiar FaceAn Update from Sara Bronson Hello everyone! I am very overdue in my promised update. I feel like I barely got here and yet it's already been two months!
Things have been going really, really well, from roommates to classmates to school itself. I've just finished up midterms for this semester and they couldn't have gone better. I've been thrilled to find that I love scanning just as much as I remember, and this time I bring a lot more confidence and decisiveness. (I'm crediting my time at St Peter's for that last bit!) My roommates have been an answer to prayer. They're fun and kind, and we're able to laugh and cry and pray together. We've had some great God talks, almost always in the kitchen while we cook.
The program is really demanding, but I love it. I came to love my lab group very quickly. A couple of them can have the rest of us laughing until we're crying. It makes it a joy to go to school and work hard. My energy has held up amazingly well. I'm tired all the time, but in a normal, overworked student sort of way. Another big answer to prayer!
One of my classmates overheard me mentioning church and asked me about it. She was so excited to find another Christian in the program (there are only 16 of us and she didn't think the odds were great). I've started up a little homegroup with her and, strangely enough, the daughter of my Bible study leaders in Comox, who moved to Victoria about the same time I did. We meet every two weeks and it's become a highlight!
In the photos you can see me showing off my very full freezer, which I got with your going away gift. I don't think I can adequately describe what a godsend it is to me. Whenever I use it I think about my time at St Peter's.
I hope you're all doing well! If anyone would like to say hi I've let Boyd know he's welcome to pass on my email address. With much love, Sara
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Donations for Food Shelf
Right now we'd particularly appreciate donations of canned food items, such as vegetables or fruit. We are also in need of rice, peanut butter and jam, cookies or crackers and snack food. Most urgently, we are running extremely low on toilet paper and would greatly appreciate any donations of this essential item.
Thank you to everyone who's been stopping by with food! |
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Partners in Mission for JulyAlongside Hope Alongside Hope has been connecting Anglicans in Canada to people in need since 1958. Once named for the Primate, the head of the Anglican Church in Canada, in 2024 the membership approved our new name. Alongside Hope is the Anglican Church of Canada’s agency for sustainable development and relief. Since 1958, they have worked hand-in-hand with trusted partners in Canada and around the world on a journey of positive change. Together, we are improving health, food security and livelihoods where needs are greatest. Alongside Hope receives donations from people across Canada – Anglicans as well as non-Anglicans – and also receives funds from other sources, including Global Affairs Canada and institutional donors. Their volunteers promote Alongside Hope programs in churches and communities, to raise money and awareness about the needs of vulnerable people around the world. The staff in Toronto are careful stewards of these funds and work to ensure that development and relief programs are as efficient and effective as possible. Alongside Hope is committed to working in diverse communities and does not proselytize in its work. For more infomation visit:
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