Each Sunday we gather at 10:30 am for a joyous worship experience with music, scripture, other inspired readings, a reflection, communion and prayers.
I have to admit, that I personally struggle when I hear comments about the “war on Christmas”. And implicit in that is that for some reason we need to reclaim Christmas from those who have stolen it away from us. I haven’t had that experience myself; no one has compromised my experience and celebration of Christmas; […]
Tomorrow, December 6th is the “Feast day of St. Nicholas”. Nicholas was an early saint in life of church from 2nd & 3rd centuries. But we don’t really know much about him; there is a lot of folklore, legends and stories passed down. Read More …
Last week I had my usual eye exam. And of course that included having the drops put in my eyes to dilate my pupils. I don’t think I’ve ever had such a reaction to them when I came outside. The glare off the show and the bright sunshine was blinding. And it lasted for quite […]
Last week, we met to begin the preparation of our 2019 budget for St. Paul’s. Needless to say, it was a very sobering moment when we saw the end result and were aware again of how tenuous and vulnerable we are when it comes to future financial viability and stability. I share this with you […]
This past weekend marked the gathering of our diocesan synod. It was a poignant moment in the life of our diocese as we are marking the transition from the episcopal leadership of Archbishop Colin Johnson and Bishop Andrew Asbil. Read more …
The mantra for Remembrance Day is “Lest we forget”. And it goes along with the response recited at Remembrance Day observances originally part of “The Ode of Remembrance … They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of […]
On Sunday during my sermon, I asked us to answer personally for ourselves “Who is Jesus for you??” Can I just say “WOW!!!!!” We have a depth and breadth that comes out in our responses to the question asked. Read more …
I have been blessed this week to have been able to spend time with my bishop and colleagues in ministry on retreat in Niagara Falls. We all need time to step back and take stock, evaluate, listen, reflect and in our case pray. Read More
Last Monday, we observed that yearly ritual of “Labour Day” by having a holiday. Traditionally this has marked the wind up of the CNE, the end of summer, the start of a new school year and the beginning of the routines and way of life that happens throughout the rest of the year. Read More
First, the Maritimes is such a gorgeous splendor of God’s creation. I enjoyed capturing the many images, as best I could through the lens of my camera. Here are a few of the photos that show the essence of our experience on Cape Breton Island. Read More