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Sunday Reflection

“Christ’s Ascension is therefore also our own, upon the glory of the Head rests the hope of the body.  On this holy day, we have received not only the assurance of entering into possession of eternal glory, but we have … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

“Resurrection is…” and so far, the possibilities have included relationship, abundance, protection, and love.  This week?  Resurrection is companionship.” Karoline Lewis Why companionship?  The primary reason for the gift of the Spirit is so that the disciples might experience the … Continue reading →

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Diocesan Mission Conference “God So Loves the World”

What? A day-long conference focused on how we are sent into the world to participate in God’s Mission.  The day will feature a plenary session with Bishop Melissa Skelton, Diocese of New Westminster and Bishop Brent Alawas, Episcopal Diocese of … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

The theme for this year’s Annual Clergy Conference is “Renew, Refresh and Rejoice.”  It gave me an opportunity to meet and listen to some insights shared by the principal of Vancouver School of Theology, Dr. Richard Toppings.  He set the … Continue reading →

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Calling all St. Michael’s Youth

We would like to invite all youth of St. Michael’s ages 12 to 20 to a get together series of four Sunday’s Starting April 24. Children and grandchildren of members are most welcome. We promise a 30 minute session of … Continue reading →

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Sunday Reflection

“The Recognition of the risen Christ” Jesus said, “Come and have breakfast.” John 21: 12. The gospel passage continues to speak to us about the gathering of God’s people. Sunday morning, as most of you are aware, is the gathering of … Continue reading →

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Notices

Request for gardeners: In order to share and have more participation from our congregation, we would need three sets of volunteers who would do the North Side, West Side of the church building and between sidewalks including the fountain.  For … Continue reading →

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Rector’s Corner

Children’s and Youth Ministry is an area in our parish that continues to flourish with continuing conversation among ourselves and with the support of our parish leadership team. Perhaps, an effective way to get our young people going is prayer, … Continue reading →

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Rector’s Corner

“What are you doing for the youth of our church?”  At our recently concluded Annual Vestry Meeting, someone from the congregation asked Bishop Skelton, “What are you doing for the youth? There are few youth in our church.  There are … Continue reading →

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Easter Message

“Jesus is not here, but has risen”    Luke. 24:5 N.R.S.V.   Easter is a celebration in the Christian faith which denotes new life and new beginnings. A festive time in the church year were we all sing “Christ the … Continue reading →

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