Reports were made on some groups who meet weekly for fellowship, a meal, and to take part in various service projects. The discussion was inspiring, and while the group hopes to attract younger men into their midst, they are pleased to report that some good things are happening. The Association’s objective is to promote fellowship among men throughout all parishes, and they would be pleased visit or discuss the idea in greater detail with anyone interested.

On this occasion, the men took part in a meeting followed by a soup and sandwich lunch. Brian O’Connell, the well known radio personality, came and gave a very informative talk on his experience with prostate cancer, and the importance of early detection. The day ended with a celebration of the Holy Eucharist. The Association is planning another event in October. For further information contact DAMA President Gerry Budden at 709-744-1991, or email:
buddengerald431@gmail.com

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Nearly 100 people came to St. Peter’s Church in Upper Gullies on April 8th to hear a special talk by Ann Marie Hagen on the Topic: “The Healing Power of Forgiveness.”

Ann Marie was witness to the murder of her father in Kingman’s Cove on the Southern Shore, by a neighbour who was experiencing a Schizophrenic episode, in 1979. The neighbour was committed to the Waterford Hospital in St. John’s, received effective drug treatment, and was eventually released into community housing in 1996. At that time, she met and forgave him, and pledged to be an advocate for him. He passed away in 2016.

Ann Marie’s story was retold on an episode of CBC’s “Land and Sea.”

Her message is very profound, and it speaks loudly to the healing power of forgiveness: how she was able to turn hate into acceptance and forgiveness.

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Jason Higgens, from the musical group Jacob’s Passage, lead the us in lively gospel singing.

The session was considered a great success, and was very appreciated by all.

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We were also pleased to welcome members of the Foxtrap/Upper Gullies C.L.B. Company, who helped us process around the church. Before officiating at the annual service celebrating the Confession of St. Peter, Bishop Sam Rose made time to meet with our confirmation class. We estimate the congregation for the service was well over 100 people.

A special highlight of this event was when Parker Butler, age 12, sang a stirring rendition of “How Great Thou Art.” Parker is the great-grandson of lifelong parishioner Edna Warford.

We thank God for this wonderful time together.

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An Ecumenical Service was held at St. Peter’s Church in Upper Gullies on November 8th to support Ukrainian families who have settled in Newfoundlandsince the Russian invasion in February. Representatives from various churches were in attendance along with a number of new immigrants who made the trip to Conception Bay South for the service.

St. Peter’s was pleased to collect a significant amount of winter clothing and supplies that will be distributed by the Association for New Canadians. Over 1000 Ukrainians are thinking of making a new home in Newfoundland. Pictured is Tetiana Pavliuk of the Association for New Canadians, and The Rev’d Bill Strong, of St. Peter’s, along with clothes that were collected for Ukrainians in Newfoundland.

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