February 2026

A bare indoor tree with a few pairs of donated socks and mittens hanging from its branches.

Maxine Benoit February 2026

Christmas Mitten Tree Tradition Continues in Burgeo

Maxine Benoit February 1, 2026

St. John the Evangelist Church in Burgeo held its annual “Mitten Tree” again this year. It was placed in the church for Sunday, November 16th, ...

A large group of seniors poses for a photo in a living room decorated with a lit Christmas tree.

Lisa Snow Central Newfoundland

Fogo and Deep Bay Carol Singing

Lisa Snow February 1, 2026

A special part of the Christmas season is going carolling at Riverhead Manor and Harbourview Apartments. The ACW ladies of Fogo and Deep Bay, and ...

a selection of shortbread cookies in the shape of hearts on a cooling rack

Emily Rowe Columns

Valentine’s Day: Bringing Warmth and Generosity in A Cold Month

Emily Rowe February 1, 2026

The middle of this month brings us to Valentine’s Day. When I was young, I remember decorating a box for my school desk so my ...

A notebook and mechanical pen on a wooden table, highlighted by natural sunlight next to a dark mug.

The Rev'd Amber Tremblett Columns

When There’s Nothing To Say

The Rev'd Amber Tremblett February 1, 2026

I’m not sure how to describe the feeling I have as I write this column. The feeling of wanting, needing to write, but believing I ...

a group of people havign tea in a church hall that is decorated with red table cloths

Louise Smith Eastern Newfoundland and Labrador

Our Traditional Holly Tea

Louise Smith February 1, 2026

Fifteen years ago, back in 2010, St John the Evangelist, Topsail, celebrated the 150th anniversary of its founding. During that year, in every month our ...

A notebook, pen, mug, and lit candle on a table in front of a cozy fireplace.

The Rev’d Andreas Thiel Columns

On Poetry

The Rev’d Andreas Thiel February 1, 2026

Some years ago, I served as chaplain in a city-owned long-term care facility. During that time, I developed a weekly program called Coffee with the ...

A group of people performing a live nativity play in a church, featuring Mary, Joseph, angels, and shepherds on a decorated stage.

Eileen Keeping February 2026

Annual Christmas Cantata in Grand Bay

Eileen Keeping February 1, 2026

St. Paul’s New Wine Gospel Choir (Grand Bay) held their annual Christmas Cantata on December 21st. It was a wonderful celebration of the Christmas story ...