WELCOME
We are an inclusive, welcoming Parish. Our church is a safe space that welcomes people of any colour, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression.
Shrove Tuesday - February 17th!
Our Pancake Supper begins at 5:30pm and 'last call' is at 6:30pm. Come for a time of food, friendship, and fellowship. There is no set cost but we would welcome a donation so that we can continue to live out our mission - Christ in Community!
Are you ready to exercise?
One of the things I am learning as I get older is that exercise has another purpose other than trying to look like one did in their 20's. Would it be nice? Sure! Who doesn't like to feel and look like they did in their youth? But exercising today looks different. It is about building muscle, strength and endurance so that every day activities can be done with minimal strain and pain. It requires discipline though, something of which can be a struggle when life gets busy. But is is through discipline that muscle, strength, and endurance is achieved.
If there ever was a time in the seasons of the church year that require us to build spiritual strength, muscle, and endurance to 'run the race' (Hebrews 12:1-2/2 Tim. 4:7/2Cor. 9:24-27), it is the season of Lent. Like exercise in our earthly life, it requires discipline.
Jesus invites us to build our spiritual muscles this Lenten season through fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. Like any form of training, you don't go for the heaviest weights or highest intensity of cardio. You need to slowly build up your strength and endurance. Slowly build on the practices of fasting, praying, and giving. Instead of doom scrolling on Instagram or Facebook for hours, set aside time to you would scroll to meditate on scripture and pray. Fasting here is giving up time you would have spend online and focusing on your relationship with God. If you want to deepen your prayer routine trying praying with an Anglican Rosary or with a guided prayer meditation. Good invites us to give with joy, without reservation or expecting anything in return. One might consider giving two more dollars to the mission of the church or to an organization that helps those who are in need. All of this takes time and discipline, and it is a life long journey in deepening your relationship with God.
Lent is a time to build our spiritual muscles. It is not motivation that yields results, but discipline. I pray that this season be one that builds strength and stamina so that we may faithfully follow Jesus in this life.
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In Christ's Service,
Rev. Elizabeth
Weekly Worship Schedule
Thursday 10:00am - Holy Eucharist (spoken BAS*)
Sunday 8:30am - Holy Eucharist (Spoken BAS*)
Sunday 10:00am - Choral Eucharist (power point & livestreamed)
*BAS - Book of Alternative Services
Do you have questions or are struggling with your faith? Did you want to learn more about the Anglican tradition and baptism? Are you interested about joining our community? Feel free ​to contact Rev. Elizabeth Sipos at 807-767-4711
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Giving is an act of worship, of love and gratitude.
Everyone has gifts to share. We value all donations of time, talent and treasure. We are always looking for people who would like to become involved in our parish life. Please contact the church office to assist in matching you with the right group at St. Michael's.