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Faithful Thomas. Consider the Lilies Tea. Service of the Word

St. Marys' Metchosin
Newsletter for April 16, 2026
Faithful Thomas

Faithful Thomas

Sunday, April 12, 2026

Please read the Sermon for April 12, 2026 HERE.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/media/2026-04-12-faithful-thomas

Consider the Lilies Tea

Consider the Lilies Tea

Saturday, April 18, 2026

On the last weekend of the Consider the Lilies Fibre and Beyond Art Show & Sale
at the Historic Church, 4354 Metchosin Road.
St. Mary's will be hosting a tea at the New Church, 4125 Metchosin Road.

Please join us for tea, coffee and lemon tarts.

Please share the attached image on your social media.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/consider-the-lilies-tea/2026-04-18

Service of the Word

Service of the Word

Rev. Wally Eamer - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Wally Eamer

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Acts 2:14a, 36-41
  • Psalm 116:1-3, 10-17
  • 1 Peter 1:17-23
  • Luke 24:13-35

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/service-of-the-word--550/2026-04-19

Sunday School

Sunday School

Theme - Moses - Sunday, April 19, 2026

St. Mary’s is very blessed to have an extraordinary Sunday School Leader, Judy Roper.

Judy offers substantial spiritual formation in an active and engaging curriculum:

 
March 22nd - Oliver's Baptism
A look into why we get baptised
 
March 29th - Palm Sunday
Hosanna in the Highest
 
April 5th - Easter
He is Risen
 
April 12th - No Sunday School
 
April 19th - Moses Series:  Bread and Water in the Desert
Exodus 15:22-27; 16; 17:1-7
Big Idea: God gives what we need, one day at a time
 
April 26th - No Sunday School
 
May 3rd -  Moses Series: The Ten Commandments
Exodus 19-20
Big idea: God's rules help us love Him and others

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/sunday-school--522/2026-04-19

Youth Sports

Youth Sports

Different Game Each Month - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Youth Group  - Sports Afternoon

Please join us on the third Sunday of each month for rousing outdoor "all ages sports" games: 

Feruary 15 - Dodgeball

March 15 - Handball

April 19 - Ultimate Frisbee

May 17 - Baseball

June 21 - Flag Rugby

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/youth-sports/2026-04-19

Pastoral Visits

Pastoral Visits

Thursday, April 23, 2026

One of the beautiful gifts of parish life is simply being together — not only on Sundays, but in living rooms, kitchens, hospital rooms, and over cups of coffee or tea. To make space for that, Parish Council has increased my time slightly to allow one dedicated day each month for pastoral visits in Metchosin and the surrounding area. This will take place on the third Thursday of each month.

These visits are not only for times of crisis. They are for making connections, building relationships, and hearing the stories that shape your life and faith. If you would welcome conversation, prayer, or companionship — whether you are celebrating, struggling, wondering, or just wanting to talk — I would be glad to come. The easiest way to arrange for a visit is to use this link: https://calendly.com/lmills-bc/60min. However, I’m happy to use an exchange of emails if you’d prefer.

I look forward to sitting with you and listening well.

Yours in Christ,

Rev. Lynn Mills

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/pastoral-visits/2026-04-23

The Year Ahead in the Diocese

The Year Ahead in the Diocese

To the clergy and staff of the diocese of islands and inlets;

We've outlined important dates and events coming up in the next program year. Please take a moment to view The Year Ahead schedule: CLICK HERE.

Over the next weeks:

 

May 3               Diocesan-wide Confirmations, Christ Church Cathedral

May 6-8            Provincial Congregational Development School, Terrace         

May 28              Diocesan Council, in-person       

Jun 4                  Parish Administrators' Day

Jun 21               National Indigenous People’s Day

Aug 15              Deadline for notices of motions for Diocesan Synod 2026 and nominations to

                          Diocesan Council, Provincial Synod and General Synod

Save the Dates for Fall 2026

Sept 24              Diocesan Council

Nov 20-21          Diocesan Synod

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/the-year-ahead-in-the-diocese/2026-04-23

Spiritual Potluck

Spiritual Potluck

Friday, April 24, 2026

Everyone is welcome to St. Mary's Spiritual Potluck.
The church will be open by 5:30.
Meal starts shortly after 6, and we close down by 8:00. 

Come for great food and conversation.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/spiritual-potluck--448/2026-04-24

Eucharist

Eucharist

Rev. Philip Wadham - Sunday, April 26, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Philip Wadham

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Acts 2:42-47
  • Psalm 23
  • 1 Peter 2:19-25
  • John 10:1-10

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/eucharist--552/2026-04-26

Eucharist

Eucharist

Rev. Lynn Mills - Sunday, May 3, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Lynn Mills

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Acts 7:55-60
  • Psalm 31:1-5, 15-16
  • 1 Peter 2:2-10
  • John 14:1-14

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/eucharist--553/2026-05-03

Youth Conversation & Games

Youth Conversation & Games

Youth Group - Sunday, May 3, 2026

Hi folks,

PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN APRIL TO MONDAY,  APRIL 6 - NOT SUNDAY,  APRIL 5.

Join us on the first Sunday of each month for our St. Mary's youth event - conversation and board games, from 3:00-5:00.

Please let me know if there is a request for a particular game or conversation topic.

Greg

250-304-9316

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/youth-conversation-games--526/2026-05-03

Messy Church

Messy Church

New Theme Each Month - Friday, May 8, 2026

Themes Include:

February 13 - Living in Harmony

March 6 - Seeing is Believing  NOTE: change of week

April 10 - Discipleship

May 8 - New Beginnings

June  - TBA

St Mary's Metchosin invites your family to participate in our Messy Church. Join us the second Friday of each month for a shared meal, a creative biblical reflection, music, and family time.

Families of all shapes and sizes are welcome; grandparents bring your grandchildren; children bring your parents. Activities will be friendly and enjoyable for all ages.

Where: St Mary's Metchosin (and outdoor environs)
When: 2nd Friday of each month Jan.-June, 5:30-7:30
Who: led by Nicole Hergert and volunteers from the congregation

Come and join us for good food and conversation with games and activities to be enjoyed by all.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/messy-church--523/2026-05-08

Service of the Word

Service of the Word

Rev. Wally Eamer - Sunday, May 10, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Wally Eamer

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Acts 17:22-31
  • Psalm 66:7-18
  • 1 Peter 3:13-22
  • John 14:15-21

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/service-of-the-word--557/2026-05-10

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Eucharist

Eucharist

Rev. Philip Wadham - Sunday, May 17, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Philip Wadham

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Acts 1:1-11
  • Psalm 47
  • Ephesians 1:15-23
  • John 24:44-53

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/eucharist--554/2026-05-17

Eucharist

Eucharist

Rev. Lynn Mills - Sunday, May 24, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Lynn Mills

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Acts 2:1-21
  • Psalm 104:25-35, 37
  • 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13
  • John 20:19-23

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/eucharist--555/2026-05-24

Eucharist

Eucharist

Rev. Philip Wadham - Sunday, May 31, 2026

Worship Leader: Rev. Philip Wadham

Come as you are—
with your questions, your hopes, your joys, and your burdens—
as we open our hearts in worship, share in the Word,
and draw near to the risen and ascended Christ together.

All are welcome.
All belong.

Readings:

  • Genesis 1:1-2:4a
  • Psalm 8
  • 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
  • Maththew 28:16-20

Full Readings Here

Our Sunday Morning Service is in-person. Come and experience God’s blessings in the community. Families with children of all ages are welcome. There is a corner with comfy sofas perfect for young families. Our Sunday school program welcomes children of all ages and abilities. Bible stories, games and crafts keep everybody busy. We’ve got something that works for everyone.

For more infomation visit:

http://stmarysmetchosin.ca/events/eucharist--556/2026-05-31

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