First Sunday of Advent

Worship Leader: Rev. Lynn Mills

Readings:

• Jeremiah 33:14-16
• Psalm 25:1-9
• 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13
• Luke 21:25-36

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.

Philip would like to offer an advent study.

Would there be some interest in providing a couple of small group teaching sessions on the Matthean and Lukan birth narratives on a weekday during Advent?  If there is, it would be an afternoon event, say early afternoon following a soup and sandwich lunch at St. Mary's.  

Please contact Philip if you are interested: pwadham@shaw.ca

December: Compassion Crew

Dec. 1st -  Mission #1: Secret Messages
Bible Story: Isaiah 9:6-7 (The Prophecy of Jesus' Birth) 
Main Idea: Children will learn how the promise of Jesus’ birth brought hope and compassion to a world in need.

Dec. 8th - Mission #2: Covert Delivery  
Bible Story: Luke 2:1-5 (Mary and Joseph's Journey to Bethlehem) 
Main Idea: Children will explore the theme of compassion through Mary and Joseph’s journey, recognizing acts of kindness in difficult situations

Dec. 15th - Mission #3: Deployment Kit 
Bible Story: Luke 2:6-14 (The Birth of Jesus and the Angels' Announcement) 
Main Idea: Children will learn about the ultimate act of compassion—Jesus’ birth—and how it shows God’s love for all people

Dec. 22nd - Mission #4: Bug-Out Bag 
Bible Story: Luke 2:15-20 (Shepherds Visit the Newborn Jesus) 
Main Idea: Children will discover how the shepherds shared the news of Jesus' birth with others, spreading compassion and joy

January: Best Year Ever

Dec. 29th - No Worries 
Bible Story: "Do Not Worry"- Matthew 6:25-34 
Main Idea: God takes care of me, so don't need to worry. He’s always in control.  

Jan. 5th - Two Paths 
Bible Story: "The Way of the Righteous and the Wicked & Trust in the Lord"- Psalm 1:1-3 and Proverbs 3:5-6  
Main Idea: I can find a better life by following God’s path

Jan. 12th - Fresh Starts 
Bible Story: "The Woman at the Well"- John 4:1-42 
Main Idea: By trusting in Jesus, I can get a fresh start.

Jan. 19th: It's a God Thing 
Bible Story: "The Vine and the Branches & The Peace of God"- John 15:4-5 and Philippians 4:6-7 
Main Idea: I can connect with Jesus daily to find real peace and become more like Him.

Join us for skating & snacks. Contact Greg Powell for more details: 250-304-9316,  Greg.a.powell@gmail.com

Joins us for skating and snacks. Contact Greg Powell for more details: 250-304-9316,  Greg.a.powell@gmail.com

Second Sunday of Advent

Worship Leader: Blaine Thauberger

Readings:

• Malachi 3:1-4
• Canticle: Luke 1:68-79
• Philippians 1:3-11
• Luke 3:1-6a

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.

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 Sept-June, 5:30-7:30
Who: led by Nicole Hergert and volunteers from the congregation

Friday December 13

This coming Messy Church is one of our favourites. We will watch The Star, a retelling of the Christmas Story.
 Here is a link to the trailer. It is rated PG and there are some scary parts. I will leave the God's eye craft out in the Sunday School room for any who want to stay for the movie but need to take a break.

We hope you can join us for all or part of the evening, depending on what works best for your family. Please see below for a rough schedule for the evening.

But first I want to share some information about two traditions our family loves and you might love too

1. Advent, beginning Dec 1, is a time of waiting and quiet contemplation. A few years ago our family began a tradition of lighting a candle and listening to a chapter from All Creation Waits each night. The author, Gayle Boss a theologian and naturalist, uses science and story telling to creation connection with our natural world at a time when it seems all has died. It is one of our favorite times of the day and I invite you to try it this season. The audio book is available through Apple Books, Google Play Books and Audible.

2. Candlelight Service at old St Mary's. For the past few years Greg has hosted a short and sweet candlelight service. This year I have taken over the organizing. I hope you can join us for a late afternoon early celebration of Christmas on Sunday December 22.

Schedule for December Messy Church
5:30 - 5:40 God's eye craft, snacks
5:40 - 5:55 gather for singing and the Christmas story 
5:55 - soups on!
6:10 - start movie (which has us wrapping up 10 minutes later than usual)

Please let me know if you plan to join us and if you have any questions at all!

Nicole

Third Sunday of Advent

Worship Leader: Rev. Philip Wadham

Readings:

• Zephaniah 3:14-20
• Canticle: Isaiah 12:2-6
• Philippians 4:4-7
• Luke 3:7-18

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.

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Worship Leader: Rev. Rebecca Yeo

Readings:

• Micah 5:2-5a
• Psalm 80:1-7
• Hebrews 10:5-10
• Luke 1:39-55

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.

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 mark the following dates in your calendar. To view The Year Ahead schedule, please CLICK HERE.