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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s corner

Sunday reflection: Prayer: In the early Church, Lent was a time for catechumens (those who were preparing to be baptized) to learn about the Christian life. In particular, the church describes the role of prayer in Christian life, including the seven types of … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Sunday Reflection: Jesus is tempted by the devil in the wilderness. He is challenged to turn stones into food, to jump from the top of the temple, and to gain all the world’s wealth and glory by bowing to the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

“But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.  If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

“They had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases; and those who were troubled with unclean spirits were cured…” Luke 6:18  Unlike in Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus does not preach the Beatitudes sitting on a mountainside above the … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Notices

Jesus said to Simon, ‘Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching people.’  When they had brought their boats to shore, they left everything and followed him.” Luke 5:10-11 Each of the Gospels has its own way of … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, “Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation.” Luke 2:28-30 The chief title of today’s feast, “The Presentation,” comes … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

“Then Jesus began to say to them, “Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing.” Luke 4:21  After the baptism of Jesus, He began his mission in life which is to proclaim God’s “kingdom” is now here, he goes around telling … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

On Marriage in the Church (An Anglican Exploration of Marriage in Church and Society) The Anglican Church of Canada affirms, according to our Lord’s teaching as found in Holy Scripture and expressed in the Form of Solemnization of Matrimony in … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Events

St. Michael’s Annual Vestry Meeting 2019: Our parish hereby invites you to the Annual Vestry Meeting (AGM) to be held on Sunday, 24 Feb. 2019, beginning at 9:00am for registration and coffee, in the Church building. A Joint Worship Service … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection & Rector’s Corner

“22 and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.” Luke 3 Baptism is a coming into the Body of Christ, … Continue reading →

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