8:30 am Traditional Eucharist

10:30 am Holy Baptism

Readings 

Exodus 20:1-4, 7-9, 12-20; Psalm 19; Philippians 3:4b-14;
Matthew 21:33-46

This photo of Ed Dawson was taken in the spring of 2019. Ed received the Order of the Diocese of British Columbia for his years of dedicated and faithful service to St. Peter's Comox.

Ed was born in Comox at St Joseph's Hospital on February 27,1942 and died on September 11, 2026 at The Views, Comox, with loved ones by his side.

He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peters and he and Helen attended our church together for 50 years.

Ed served the congregation as Rectors warden, bible study leader, coordinator of the Prayers of the People roster and so much more!

He was a kind, gentle and loving man of faith
and he will be sorely missed.

The memorial service to celebrate Ed's life will be held on
Saturday, October 17, at 1:00 pm.

We are pleased to announce that the Parish Council has officially appointed two new representatives to serve our community. Daniel Jodrey will be stepping into the role of buildings and grounds representative, where he will oversee the care and maintenance of our parish facilities. Joining him is Mark Cluett, who has been appointed as our new engagement representative, focusing on strengthening our community connections and outreach.

We are incredibly grateful to both Daniel and Mark for dedicating their time and talents to these vital areas of parish life, and we invite you all to join us in welcoming them and supporting them
in their new leadership roles.

The Men's and Women's Bible Studies will take place at 10:30am
in the hall. 

Rev Irene Gifford-Cole will lead the Compline Service
starting at 7:00pm.

On Saturday October 11 at 10:00am we will be decorating the church to thank God for his incredible bounty and we could use your help. We need fruit, vegetables, flowers, pumpkins (big and small)  and all kinds of unperishable food ( except pasta and soup.)

After the services everything will be available for those in need. Stuff can be dropped off 10:00 to 11:00am to the church or Thursday October 9 from 10:00am to 12pm at the church kitchen. A pick up could be arranged by phoning 905 875 5242. So please help us make this the best Thanksgiving.

Many thanks to everyone who has donated altar flowers over the summer. It has been so lovely having them to enhance our beautiful church. We are now entering a new season when garden flowers are less plentiful, and we could use more donors to keep this project going.

There is a book just inside the church where people can sign up either in memory of someone or just a straight donation. Then one of us will contact you about the details. We look forward to your participation in keeping flowers on the altar.

Our food shelf is running low on several essential daily items, and we need your support to keep our shelves stocked and our neighbours supported.

Right now, we would particularly appreciate donations of hearty breakfast and lunch staples like honey, peanut butter, and jam, alongside warm beverages including tea and coffee. For shelf-stable dinners and sides, we are urgently seeking grains like quinoa and rice, as well as canned food items such as tuna, salmon, vegetables, or fruit. We also want to provide comforting treats and everyday essentials, so we are collecting cookies, crackers, snack foods, and everyday condiments like ketchup, mustard, and mayonnaise. Finally, we are running low on personal hygiene necessities, specifically soap, body wash, and shampoo.

Thank you to everyone who's been stopping by with donations!

Our beloved Blessings Boutique is running low on inventory, and we need your help to restock our shelves.

What We Need Most:

• Fall & Winter Clothing: Clean, gently used clothes for men, women, and children.
• Housewares: Small kitchen appliances, dishes, utensils, and cookware.

By donating your items, you directly support local families and individuals who rely on our boutique for affordable, high-quality essentials.

Yesterday you fluttered
So handsome and free,
With slender hands clapping,
On your family tree.
Clothed in fine linen
Of chlorophyll greens,
Radiant, resplendent
The envy of Queens.

Today by my doorstep
How wretched you lie,
Your hands gnarled and knotted,
Your smooth faces dry.
Gone the fine raiment,
The splendour, the ease,
As Fall rings its death knell
For the children of trees.

idris rees hughes.

St George's United Church, along with Society of St Vincent de Paul, the Salvation Army, St John the Divine, and Bay Community, provide free, warm lunches five days a week.

Everyone is warmly welcome, families, individuals of all ages, valley residents, and people passing through.

The Comox Valley Rotary is holding its next book sale on October 3 & 4 at The Views, Old St. Joseph's Hospital, 2137 Comox Ave from 9:00 am to 4:00 p.m. each day.

Within its extensive book offerings is a section on Religion & Philosophy, and within that section is a modest, but well-selected and organized, collection of over 1,000 used Christian books covering a variety of topics: Bible, Theology, Prayer, Christian Life, Church Life, History, Biography, Healing, Marriage & Family, and Children. Books sell for $3 each or four for $10.