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December 2024

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illustration of Christ's nativity with the wise men arriving by losw from shutterstock.com being used for Christmas message by Bishop Sam Rose in 2024.

See The Light. Be The Light

Christmas is often referred to as the “Season of Light.” This is evident in our communities when bright lights decorate homes and Christmas trees. This season of light typically comes at the darkest time of the year—the winter solstice. It is when the sun is at its lowest point in the sky, resulting in the…

destruction in Gaza; photograph by Emad El Byed on unsplash.com for Bishop John Watton's Christmas 2024 message

A Season of Hope Amid Global Struggles

This fall, at a parish gathering, I was approached by one of the people who follow my social media offerings.…

Christmas nativity wood carving; photograph by Mario Ls Pergola on unsplash.com.

The Gift of Christmas: Embracing Christ’s Light

But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid; for see—I am bringing you good news of great joy…

Group of people and pets at animal blessing in Corner Brook Newfoudland.

Blessing of the Animals in Corner Brook

There were 21 people, 11 pets, and a stuffed animal, but each one had their own story of how and…

Parish By The Sea Confirmation

It was a busy but Spirit filled occasion when Bishop John Organ visited the Parish by the Sea on October…

Confirmation in Burgeo

The Confirmation ceremony held at St John the Evangelist Church in Burgeo on Sunday October 6th, 2024, was a momentous…

Anglican priest and people gathered together for dedication of church bell in Spainard's Bay, Newfoundland.

1857 Bell Rededicated at Holy Redeemer

On Sunday, September 29th, following a lovely prayer and praise service with our rector The Rev’d Betty Harbin, and our…

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Deep Cleaning For Thanksgiving

In the lead up to Thanksgiving, the ACWs of the parish of Meadows came together to do a “deep clean”…

Priests, deacons, and bishop of the Anglican Church in Eastern Newfoundland.

ENL College of Deacons Visits St. Peter’s, Upper Gullies

A time of worship, fellowship, and learning with Bishop Sam Rose took place with the College of Deacons and our…

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Sacred Moments

Lately I’ve been reflecting on all the mundane moments of my life, and how God has been using them to…

Church sale in Topsail Newfoundland in the fall of 2024.

Farewell Summer; Hello Fall

Here in Newfoundland, each season emerges along its own specific path, usually without exception. We just experienced a very warm…

Three priests in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, St. John's, Newfoundland.

Thanksgiving with Special Guests From the Past

As part of the 325th anniversary celebrations of the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, The Very Rev’d William Bellamy…

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The Best Gift of All

As I get older, I find myself getting more sentimental about things, especially the approaching Christmas season. I find myself…

Statue of Mary and baby Jesus from St. Mary’s Church, South Creake, Norfolk.

Quiet Reflection: Following Mary’s Example in Our Journey With Christ

“[Mary] desired not to make known the secrets she had learned from Christ, but places the things she had read…

senior citizens gathered to enjoy a show in Bay Roberts Newfoundland with three people playing guitar on stage.

Fostering Fellowship: Seniors’ Outreach Program in Bay Roberts/Coley’s Point

Back in December of 2023, the Parish of Bay Roberts/Coley’s Point started an outreach program to attract seniors in our…

Man blesses pet in the Anglican Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, St. John's, Newfoundland.

Blessing of the Animals—Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, St. John’s

On October the 6th at 2pm, the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist in St. John’s welcomed furry friends for…

women happy to be working at flea market, Cow Head, Newfoundland.

Abundant Harvest Thanksgiving in Cow Head

Dinner was ready—well, almost. On October 14th, tables for the annual Harvest Thanksgiving sale at the Anglican Church of St.…

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New Name Approved for PWRDF

PWRDF is rebranding as Alongside Hope, with the French equivalent Auprès de l’espoir, following a decision at a special members…

Gerry Brown

A Tribute to Gerald J. Brown

Shakespeare, in his play “As You Like It,” aptly describes human life in the words: All the world’s a stage,…

people enjoying a break while on a prayer walk in Upper Gullies, Newfoundland.

St. Peter’s (Upper Gullies) On A Faithful Walk

A small contingent of faithful parishioners participated in a Saturday morning Men’s Service Club (MSC) prayer walk along the Conception…

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