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| Icon - The Holy Innocents |
Today we mark the Feast of the Holy Innocents -- when Herod, terrified of being usurped by the new-born King folks had told him about, had his soldiers kill all baby boys in his regional kingdom.
Love came down at Christmas.
Love remains with us, if we will but open our hearts.
Merry Christmas!
Christmas Services at St. Cyprian's parish, Lacombe:
Today marks the Winter Solstice -- the shortest day and longest night of the year for those of us in the earth's Northern Hemisphere. THIS LINK will take you to Kate Bowler's Advent Reflection for this day, this year. May it bless your day. 😊
There will be a service of Lessons & Carols at St. Cyprian's Anglican parish, 5005 C&E Trail, Lacombe, Alberta, on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 2 p.m.
All are welcome to join us for an afternoon celebrating the message of Christmas, full of hope, peace, joy and love! 🌟 🐦 😊 💖
A Tuesday Thought for your Advent reflections...from Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican Parish of St. Magaret of Scotland in Halifax, Nova Scotia. May it bless your day. 😊
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| We have a cozy Coffee Corner... |
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| Assorted small items... |
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| Books, puzzles, dishware, small appliances... |
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| Gently used clothing -- and more! |
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| 5005 C&E Trail Take 50th Avenue to C&E Trail and turn right at the lights! |
Rejoice always, pray continually,
give thanks in all circumstances;
or this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
~1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Monday Musings... from Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican Parish of St. Margaret of Scotland in Halifax, Nova Scotia. May it bless your day. 😊
For the first Sunday in Advent, here is a resource you might like to use for reflection this year.
Another option is available from the Primate's World Development and Relief Fund (PWRDF):
May either one or both of these bless your day and the season ahead. 😊
To add to these resources...
Readings for Advent 1, Year C
Tuesday Thoughts...from Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican parish of St. Margaret of Scotland, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
It's our Annual Parish Cookie Sale and Tea! Take a walking tour around the tables to select the treats you want to take home! Fill a large box -- or a small one -- to share with friends and family. Then sit down for a cuppa and a slice of cake before you go on with your day.
We look forward to your company, and thanks for supporting our Parish!
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| Poppies adorn the Cathedral Church of the Redeemer in Calgary, Alberta |
Let us remember before God, and commend to his sure keeping, those who have died for their country in war; those whom we knew, and whose memory we treasure; and all who have lived and died in the service of humankind.
One hundred ten years ago this year, the Great War began. These are the names of those from the Parish of St. Cyprian, Lacombe, Alberta, who gave their lives in service to Canada and the Commonwealth in that war: 1914-1918:
It's that time again...the clocks in most of Canada will have to be set back 1 hour before folks go to bed on Saturday night, as Standard Time resumes at 2 a.m. on Sunday.
Thursday Thoughts from Rev. Ed Trevors, an Anglican priest in the parish of St. Margaret of Scotland, Halifax, Nova Scotia. May it bless your day. 😊
Please join us this Advent for an exploration and conversation around the Incarnation of Jesus. We will have four unique sessions focusing on different aspects of the Incarnation and Jesus' entrance into creation and human experience. We are excited, as well, to have each session led by a different person from the Diocese - The Rev. Elizabeth Short, The Rev. Chris Roth, The Ven. Dr. Pilar Gateman and The Rev. Br. Jason Carroll. This study will enrich your Advent journey. We'll gather via Zoom on Sunday evenings throughout Advent (December 1, 8, 15 and 22) from 7:00 - 8:30 pm.
Please contact Br. Jason Carroll at the Diocesan Office to register for the study.
Cost is free.
Today is the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. May this prayer, attributed to him, be on your heart, in your thoughts, and on your lips -- and may it bless your day. 😊
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Did you know that the Feast of Michaelmas is approaching? Tomorrow in St. Cyprian's we will mark the Holy Day of St. Michael and All angels.
Here is what Anglican priest and poet, Malcolm Guite, wrote about Michaelmas in his book of sonnets entitled Sounding the Seasons:
From Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican Parish of St. Margaret of Scotland, Halifax, Nova Scotia. May it bless your day. 😊
St. Leonard’s Anglican Church in Red Deer is offering 2 free workshops regarding Spiritual Gifts:
Wise Words on a Wednesday...from Rev. Ed Trevors of St. Margaret of Scotland Anglican parish in Halifax, NS. Something that is relevant to those of us in a small, aging congregation...eh?
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Friday food for thought...from Rev. Ed Trevors, a priest in the Anglican parish of St. Margaret of Scotland, Halifax, Nova Scotia. May it bless your day. 😊
Wise words on a Wednesday...from Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican parish of St. Margaret of Scotland, Halifax, NS: "Love, Hope and Optimism" May this bless your day. 😊
Wildfires have destroyed much of the town of Jasper, Alberta, as of this morning. People have been evacuated to Calgary for safety, but may have little or nothing to come home to when all is said and done.
The Anglican Diocese of Calgary has shared this request and photo:
Please continue to pray for the people who live, work and worship in Jasper. Among many other buildings, it has been confirmed that the Anglican Church in Jasper is now gone.
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| The Anglican Parish of St. Mary & St. George, Jasper, Alberta July 25, 2024 |
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. - Ps. 46:1 (KJV)
In the wake of tragedy in Pennsylvania on Saturday evening...this commentary from Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican parish of St. Margaret of Scotland in Halifax, Nova Scotia. May its food for thought bless your day. 💓
Rev. Robert Sears has recorded a video of his sermon delivered in the parish of St. Cyprian's, Lacombe, on Sunday, June 30. The Biblical text is the reading from 2 Corinthians 8:7-15.
EDITOR'S NOTE: On June 30, I posted a link to a video from Rev. Ed Trevors of the Anglican Parish of St. Margaret of Scotland in Halifax, NS, which was thought to echo some of Rev. Robert's sentiments in this now-recorded video. If you are interested, you can watch Rev. Trevors' video HERE.
