Martha’s Pantry is always full

A great-grandson’s need and a few “God bumps”— direction from the Lord — are the reasons there is a Martha’s Pantry at St. John the Evangelist Church in Fredericton.

“I had a few God bumps,” said Heather Storey, 85, the founder of Martha’s Pantry.

For more infomation visit:

http://nb.anglican.ca/news/martha-s-pantry-is-always-full

Diocesan grants awarded

The Diocesan Synod is pleased to announce the following diocesan grants were awarded in the September review:

Parish of Lancaster – AED Installation and training – Approved for DSF of $3,596.00
Parish of Portland – Energy Efficiency Project – Approved for DSF of $14,087
Parish of Westmorland – AED Installation – Approved for =DSF of $3,117
Parish of Moncton – Community Breakfast Program – Approved for DSF of $5,000

The next grant review deadline for 2024 budget funds is Nov. 24.

Ho celebration video

Our Companion Diocese of Ho turned 20 recently! The video of the celebration mass is here.

Parish events

Friday, Oct. 20, 4-6 p.m. St. John the Evangelist Church on Fredericton’s north side will hold a “double-stuffed baked potato fundraiser" — this time with even more delicious chili! Your baked potato comes with your choice of dessert: Jewish apple cake or carrot cake. Price is $10; eat-in or take out. Please order ahead by calling the church office: 506-458-9411.

Saturday, Oct. 21, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Can I help? The Art Of Visiting People Who Are Lonely, Grieving Or Unwell. Whether you are a family member or friend, you can benefit from this workshop. More than ever people need to be comforted with a visit. This interactive workshop, held at Holy Trinity in the Parish of Hammond River, will help you learn to listen more effectively, refresh skills you already have and make your visit more fulfilling. There is no fee to attend. Lunch is provided. Please join us for an uplifting day with special guest Rick Benson, grief recovery specialist. Pre-register by calling 506-647-8170.
For more information, click here.

Layreaders' Day with the Archbishop

Including practical training on leading BCP and BAS worship - Saturday, November 4, 2023

Meeting at Christ Church Cathedral and/or Memorial Hall, 150 and 168 Church St., Fredericton.

Lunch will be provided.

Contact 506-459-1801 (x1001) or cheryl.jacobs@anglican.nb.ca if you have questions.

For more infomation visit:

http://nb.anglican.ca/events/layreaders-day-with-the-archbishop--727/2023-11-04

Advent Retreat

Friday, December 8, 2023

Join friends from across the diocese and beyond for a 24-hour Advent breakaway. Our Advent Retreat is open to anyone (Anglican or not) who is looking for a moment to pause and reflect on the true meaning of the season.

Our retreat leader (teacher), Fr. Bill Brennan (Priest - St. Kateri Tekakwitha Roman Catholic Parish, Hanwell NB) is well-known to many in retreat circles in the Maritimes.

Registration is now open!

For more infomation visit:

http://nb.anglican.ca/events/advent-retreat--704/2023-12-08

Thank you, Anglican Foundation of Canada!

It is with grateful hearts that parishioners of Holy Trinity Anglican Church in the Parish of Hammond River, Diocese of Fredericton are pleased to announce receipt of a $12,500 grant from The Anglican Foundation of Canada for the completion of a wheelchair accessible washroom.