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Christmas Message

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,   In the past few weeks that I have been preparing for the Christmas Season, I have constantly encountered the work “kindness” in some of my reading materials. I believe many people, including our … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice!” Philippians 4:4 As we celebrate the nativity of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, this biblical passage is so important in our Christian Faith. It teaches us how we should … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Human Beings—Not for Sale! In Matthew 25 Jesus reminds us Truly I tell you, just as you did it to one of the least of these who are members of my family, you did it to me.  Emmanuel—who came to … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Salvation—Not for Sale! As twenty-first century followers of Christ, it is all too easy to take up with those earliest followers and only see the expected. If so, we will miss so much. Sure, we can pray and go to … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Creation—Not for Sale! In today’s Gospel reading we hear John the Baptist calling the crowds to repentance, to a turning around of their lives, to a turning to God.  This turning must not be shallow, flaky, or fickle, but rather, … Continue reading

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Advent and Christmas Special Events

Dec. 3rd– Annual Karaoke Night and Community Potluck Supper, Church Hall, 6:00pm. Bring your Favourite dish, invite a friend and set your voices to sing and have fun the whole evening. Dec. 11th – 10:00am Service of Lessons and Carols. … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Welcome to Advent! How is this passage from Matthew good news, and how is it good news at this time of the year? Where is the grace and how do these verses help us to know that we are liberated … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Luke 23: 33-43 When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left.  Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them; for they do not … Continue reading

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Upcoming Bake Sale!

During the December Pot Luck dinner (December 3, 2016) the ACW will be having their  .  bake sale and the raffle off of Shellie’s wall hanging. For the people that miss this wonderful opportunity we shall repeat it Dec 4th … Continue reading

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Sunday Reflection

Luke 21: 5-19 When some were speaking about the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and gifts dedicated to God, he said, “As for these things that you see, the days will come when not one stone will … Continue reading

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