Announcements

St. Paul's Yard/Bake Sale on May 30th realized a profit of $2500.00.  Thanks to all who donated items and worked the sale.

Thank you from Scott and Oluwatobi LeBreton - We would like to express our profound appreciation to our church family for your love, prayers, and support before, during and after our wedding ceremony.  Your presence and encouragement meant so much to us, and we are truly grateful. We pray for God's continued blessings upon you all.

Lincoln Smith Scholarship & Bursary Applications are now available at the office and at the back of both churches.  Please have them submitted to the Office by June 1st.

Property Committee - The Property Committee has recommended replacing / repairing the siding between the upper and lower windows on the north and south sides of St. Mary's.  The estimated cost is about $5000.00.  St. Mary's has about $2500.00 from last year's mini split fundraiser which will help cover the expenses. If you would like to contribute please mark your envelope or contact the office.  If you have any questions about the repairs, please speak with the church wardens, Gina or Kevin.

Summer Student: We have been approved for 2 summer students.  Please contact the Office for more information.  Apply by sending resumes to the Office at angpocm@gmail.com.

 

Cursillo Weekends:  Men's Cursillo Weekend is May 21-24/ Women's Cursillo Weekend is May 28 - 31.  These weekends offer an opportunity to deepen your faith, grow in community, and encounter Christ in a meaningful way. For more information contact Gina and Eddie Quann at 506-773-9609 or Holly and Bill Gallant ar 506-622-1151.

 

Parish Committees:  Our parish is looking for volunteers for our committees. If you feel you would like to contribute to any of the committees listed below, please call the office at 506-773-7387.  Committees: Social & Hospitality, Outreach, Education, Property, Communications, Stewardship, Evangelism and /or Youth Committee.

 

The New Brunswick Ashram Brochures are now available at both ends of the Parish.  For more information please speak with Claire Fracker.

Atlantic Christian Ashram Brochures are now available at both ends of the Parish.  For more information please contact Ed Quann at 506-773-9609.

 

St. Mary's Altar Guid is looking for more members.  If this is something you would be interested in doing please contact Gina Quann at 506-773-9609.  Training will be available.

Church Keys - If you are in possession of church keys and you no longer need them, please return them to the Office. Thanks.

A Prayer Box is placed at the back of the church . Please feel free to write your prayer request on a piece of paper and place it in the box which will then be prayed over at the altar during communion.

Stamp Program – Bring in your used stamps and leave them in the designated box at the back of the church.  Claire Fracker looks after this program at St. Mary's and Sheila Cornish @ St. Paul's. Please leave a 1inch margin around the stamp. thank you.

Community Kitchen – A friendly reminder that St. Mary’s Community Kitchen continues to operate with your ongoing prayerful and financial support. If you haven’t made a monetary gift recently , please give it prayerful consideration.

NOTE FROM THE OFFICE – PLEASE ENSURE THE DOORS ARE LOCKED WHEN LEAVING THE BUILDING. Thank you.

Hospital Visits – Horizon has set new guidelines for regular clergy visits ( not just palliative care). Patients or their substitute decision maker must ask the nursing staff to contact clergy to request a visit.  Unless the rector is told of someone being admitted to the hospital he has no other way to find out.

Police Record Checks – This is a reminder that all parishioners who volunteer in any capacity of the church are required to have a Police Check done. Please contact the Church Office to pick up the forms required to bring to the Police Station. If you have any questions call the Office at 773-7387. Mostly everyone is due to be renewed.

Names On Sick List – It would be appreciated if there are any updates on the names of the sick who are listed in our bulletin. Please inform the Church Office if someone should be added or removed from the list. Thank you.

Parish/Family Profiles – Please update your profile if your information has changed. If new to the parish please fill out a form so you can be put on our parish list. Profile sheets are available at the Church Office.

Prayer Chain – Our Prayer Chain contact is Melanie Buckley. If you have prayer requests call or text 506-625-7477 or email  melanieirene@hotmail.ca

E-Offering is a great way to tithe to the church. There are forms at the back of each church for you to enroll and get started. You can choose to give on a weekly or monthly basis. If you would like to know more contact Katrina at the church office.