Outreach Events
ALPHA
Purpose: To introduce unbelievers and new believers to a Biblical understanding of being Christian in a time of post-Christian thought and action.
Both St. Mary's and St. Paul 's have scheduled ALPHA (Beginning) gatherings consisting of a meal, a video presentation of the defined subject followed by small group discussion. This “course” is non-denominational and all are welcome.
For more information and dates please call the Church Office: 773-7387.
ANGLICAN CHURCH WOMEN ( A.C.W.)
Purpose: “To unite women in the fellowship of worship, study and offering that will deepen and strengthen their (own) spiritual lives and lead them into Christian service in the parish, community, Diocese, Nation and world.”
St. Mary's and St. Paul 's A.C.W. are Parish branches of the Archdeaconry of Miramichi/Chaleur A.C.W.; which, in turn, is a branch of the Anglican Church Women of the Diocese of Fredericton. St. Mary's A.C.W. meets twice a month on Wednesday afternoons. St. Paul 's A.C.W. meets twice a month on Monday nights. Visitors and new members are always welcome.
CHRISTIAN AEROBICS
Christian aerobics takes place at St. Paul 's on Monday and Thursday mornings at 9:00 a.m. It takes approximately one hour and exercise is at your own pace. There is an opening prayer and a free-will offering. Everyone is welcome, men and women, so come, bring a friend and have some fun.
CHRISTMAS HAMPERS PROGRAM
The Christmas Hampers Food and Gift Program is organized in conjunction with other churches and service groups in the Chatham/Miramichi area whose aim is to assist in making Christmas better for those in need.
Purpose: To provide a safe, positive Christian environment each week in which needing people may acquire a good, hot meal and be part of a friendly Christian fellowship. Currently, the Community Kitchen operates on Mondays from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
We pray that, through God's grace, we can provide hope, encouragement, kindness, a listening ear, a smiling face and an open, receptive heart to those who frequent the Monday afternoon meals.
EVANGELISM MINISTRY
This ministry is concerned with proclaiming the Gospel to the community and reaching out to newcomers and inactive Anglicans so that they might have a personal relationship with Jesus through witness, Bible studies, the ALPHA program and social activities.
JUBILATE SINGERS
Purpose: To praise God with music, singing (older hymns and contemporary) and the Word, so that we may be a source of inspiration and encouragement.
Jubilate Singers is a Parish male choir that practices on Sunday evenings at St. Paul 's from September to June. The choir is available to sing at other churches or functions on request. Any donations help support a child in Uganda . New members of any age are welcome anytime.
MEN'S FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST
These breakfasts are generally held once a month at various locations and involve a breakfast, fellowship, singing and personal testimony. The breakfast starts at 9:00 a.m. and usually ends around 11:00 a.m. It is an excellent opportunity for men to attend a friendly Christian gathering. Once or twice a year there is a ‘Men & Women's Breakfast' at the Newcastle Lions Centre with the same format.
MEN'S PRAYER TIME
This group meets at 6:00 a.m. to approximately 7:30 a.m. each Friday. The group meets at St. Mary's and is attended by men from different denominations, varied work backgrounds and age groups. However, the men all have a ‘single purpose', which is a heart's desire for our Miramichi community to be Christian and its people to serve the Lord Jesus Christ. The meetings usually include a time of worship, prayer and sharing.
MIRAMICHI YOUTH HOUSE INC.
Purpose: Miramichi Youth House Inc. is a community-based, not-for-profit organization, which provides the opportunity for action to create a safe and secure environment for youth-at-risk to develop and grow positively within their family, their community and their school.
Program : MYH provides temporary transitional housing for male and female youth, aged 16 to 19, in times of crisis and emergencies. Youth will be encouraged to address their educational and employment needs as well as basic life and social skills and will be supported with any issues they may be encountering.
SEEK, EVANGELIZE, ENCOURAGE, AND MINISTER ( S.E.E.M.)
Purpose: S.E.E.M. is a parish visitation program to encourage those within the Parish of Chatham to become regular attendees; to provide information on programs and activities; to visit the sick or shut-in(s) to ensure ongoing fellowship and encouragement and to follow-up with those who attend worship for the first time.
An information package has been developed and will be distributed to all who are interested.
SOCIAL/HOSPITALITY MINISTRY
Purpose: To express our Christian witness in a sociable, friendly manner. To meet and greet people and make them feel welcome at our church.
This purpose is achieved in part by helping with meals for church functions and receptions. The ministry also contacts shut-ins, by telephone or personal visits, in order to keep them up to date on church activities and decisions.
YOUTH MINISTRY
The Parish of Chatham now has a Youth Pastor, Christopher Ketch (refer to Youth Page).
Purpose: To reach out to youth who have yet to be challenged or impacted by the good news of the Lord Jesus Christ.
This can be accomplished within the cultural and personal opportunities that are available in the City of Miramichi by hosting community focused youth events and by developing and enhancing ministries within the church fellowship that are relevant and inviting.