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READINGS FOR THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Exodus 32:1-14; Psalm 106:1-6, 19-23; Philippians 4:1-9; Matthew 22:1-14
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TO REMEMBER
THIS WEEK IN PRAYER
OUR CLERGY
Beth+, John+, Caroline+ and Michael+
IN OUR DIOCESE
St Margaret’s, Vanier, The Reverend Jason Pollock and The Reverend Aigah Attagutsiak; the Regional Deans of the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa; the members of the Anglican Church Women and Brotherhood of Anglican Churchmen.
OUR COMPANION DIOCESE OF JERUSALEM
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Ramla, Israel.
THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA
Archbishop John Privett, clergy and people of the Diocese of Kootenay.
THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH OF CANADA
The dean, council, and congregations of the Vancouver Island
Conference of the British Columbia Synod
.
FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY
The flowers at the nave altar are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Vera and Denis Carter, godparents of Mary Ann Varley (nee Carter). The flowers at the chancel altar are given by Marcela G to the glory of God and in thanksgiving for the gift of her grandchildren, Mateo, Emilio, Krista and Tania, and for the joy that they bring.
PARISH PRAYER GROUP
or call (613) 232-4500 ext 21.
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Remember the Fidget Quilt Workshop?
The following was sent from the volunteer coordinator at the extended care home that received the quilts:
“When the bag of quilts was brought into me, I was just thrilled. They are the nicest quilts we have ever been given. I brought them upstairs to my administrator to see. Complete joy and happiness came over her face. Your ‘Fidget’ sewing quilt group have poured their love, kindness and talent into these beautiful works of ‘art’ and they will be used by many of our dementia patients.”
What a gift! Thanks to all who participated in this gift that will keep on giving.
Wedding!
Wendy and David McCutcheon are pleased to announce the wedding of their daughter Kristilyn, to Steven Earl. This will be the third generation of the Sparks family married at St John's. Wendy writes: “Please join us if you wish!”
Saturday, October 21
st
3 pm
Donor Statements
Parishioners are encouraged to pick up their Third Quarter Statements at the back of the church on Sunday October 15th. The Third Quarter Statement summarizes all your donations to St John’s from Jan. 1, 2017 to Sep. 30, 2017. Please review the statement for accuracy and contact Peggy Lister, Envelope Secretary if you have any questions (
peggylister@rogers.com
) or call the church office to leave a message. Those statements not collected this Sunday will be mailed out later in October.
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Alice's Departure Concert
Sunday, October 15th, 1pm Nave
Michael and Gail's daughter Alice is excited to sing a short 30-minute concert of songs ranging from musical theatre, jazz, and classical on Sunday, October 15th at 1pm. Admission is free.
Cara her voice coach writes: Please come and join us!
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Centretown Churches
WALK-A-THON
Sunday October 15th
2 pm City Hall
Raising funds for the Centretown Emergency Food Centre so that they can support their mission to
provide a supply of nourishing food to those in need.
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Hymn Sing &
Potluck Supper
Sunday, October 15th
5 pm in The Hall
Let's get together for supper and singing!
After the potluck, we will gather around the piano in the church to sing. You can request a favourite hymn in advance. Enjoy a wide variety of music, from early Christian hymns to modern music. Gordon Johnston will tell stories about the hymns and the various saints and scallywags who wrote them!
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St John's
Parish Council
Monday October 16th
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We are
so grateful for those who serve on Parish Council!
Reminder you guys are meeting this Monday
:-)
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Baby Boomer
Aging & Spirituality
Monday, October 16th
7 to 9 pm,
Saint Paul University, Room L120
223 Main Street
The Faculty of Human Sciences and the Research Centre in Public Ethics and Governance of Saint Paul University are proud to host this conversation with Dr Elizabeth MacKinlay, Reverend Professor, AM, FACN, PhD Registered nurse
Priest in the Anglican Church of Australia. Light refreshments served
.
Please register for this free event (
www.ustpaul.ca/events
).
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Christian Yoga
Tuesdays
October 17th & 24th
5:30 pm in The Chapel
Do you have some experience with yoga or want to give it a try? Do you want to discuss points of convergence between yoga and Christianity or want reassurance about yoga's legitimacy for Christians? Then do come and join us!
Light refreshments will be available.
There will be a free-will offering.
Please bring a yoga mat if you have one.
Kevin Flynn is director of the Anglican Studies Program at Saint Paul University. He has been practicing yoga for 30 years and is a certified yoga teacher. Kevin has studied with teachers in Canada, the US, and India.
Please let Kevin know that you are coming by
signing up on the bulletin board or
emailing the church office
(
office@stjohnsottawa.ca)..
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Thursday AM
Thursday October 19th
10.30 am Chapel
Join us on this
3
rd
Thursday
of October for coffee/tea and lively chat!
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Weekday Eucharist
Thursday October 19th
at noon in The Chancel
A
short, quiet time of gathering in community to worship and be refreshed, on the
3
rd
Thursday
of every month.
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Covenant Chain Link VIII
Empowered & Empowering Youth
Thursday/Friday, October 19th/20th
various Locations
The event, sponsored by KAIROS and church partners, brings together Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples to learn from each other about our evolving relationship. Thursday evening features the NFB film “Birth of a Family” and Friday features keynote speaker, Dr Jenny Kay Dupuis from Nipissing First Nation, cultural presentations and a number of workshops led by Indigenous youth.
The cost is $40 for adults and $25 for students and non-wage earners. Please find further info and register online (
www.kairoscanada.org
). If you have financial issues, please be in touch with Jane Maxwell, as fees may be waived (
jane.maxwell@sympatico.ca
).
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LEARN ABOUT:
ORGANS
Wednesday,
October 25th
7.30 to 8.30 pm, Nave
Dr Gordon Johnston will help us to appreciate St John’s two beautiful organs – the baroque-style pipe organ and the modern digital organ. Come prepared to listen, ask questions and experience the great variety of sounds possible.
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BOOK STUDY - FALL 2017
Thursday
s
October 26th,
November 2nd, 9th & 16th
5 to 6.30 pm ~ Chapel
O
ur diocese enjoys a partnership with the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem. Before going on a women’s pilgrimage to the Land of the Holy One, participants read a short book by Walter Brueggemann called:
Chosen? Reading the Bible Amid the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
. In this study, Peggy Lister and Monica Patten will facilitate exploring the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through a biblical lens, drawing primarily on Old Testament passages. Not intended to determine answers or take sides, this study will help us understand the roots of some of the complex issues and how the reality for both Palestinian and Jewish people changes continuously.
Occasionally, views of writers and news events will be shared by the facilitators. Snacks will be served at 5 pm and discussion will begin at 5.15 pm.
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Self Care
Labyrinth Meditation
Friday October 27th 1 pm Christ Church Cathedral
Restorative retreat for helping professionals in health care, social services, and ministry.
Participate in the guided practice of walking meditation in the labyrinth. Find refreshment, sanctuary and renewed capacity with like-minded colleagues. Suggested donation $20. For more info or to register contact Deacon Christine Jannasch
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They're Here!!!
Canadian Church
Calendars
2018 Calendars are now available for $5 each after church on Sundays or from the church office.
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SCRIPTURE READINGS
*next* week
READINGS FOR THE TWENTIETH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
Exodus 33:12-23; Psalm 99; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10; Matthew 22:15-22
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St John the Evangelist Anglican Church
www.stjohnsottawa.ca
154 Somerset St. W., Ottawa, ON K2P 0H8
613-232-4500
office@stjohnsottawa.ca
On facebook! here --->
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The Reverend Beth Bretzlaff, Rector
BGen (Ret’d) The Venerable John Fletcher, Associate Priest
The Reverend Dr Caroline Ducros, Deacon
The Reverend Michael Hicks, Honorary Assistant
Dr Gordon Johnston, FRCCO, Organist and Choirmaster
Laura Macdonald, Church Administrator
Brian Cameron, Rector’s Warden
Wendy Williamson-Scrim, People's Warden
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