The Anglican Parish of Twillingate
St. Peter's Church Lane A0G 4M0 Twillingate, NL, Canada

Join Rev'd Joanne and Rev'd Juanita as they continue to engage with the Psalms of Advent.

Join us for worship tomorrow, December 13 9 am - The Psalms of Advent - online 11 am - Morning Prayer, St. Peter’s, Twillingate... 7 pm - Evening Prayer, St. Margaret’s, Change Islands 7 pm - 125th Anniversary Service - A Thanksgiving for Ministry, St. Mary’s, Herring Neck with the Venerable Terry Caines as our preacher. See more

That the choices we make and the things that we do this day be rooted in loving service, we pray to you, O God

In this season of waiting May we learn to rest in You

A Special Diocesan Healing Service for Christmas this year. Please watch and share. (Turn up your Volume!)

A simple Advent wreath project.

A great prayer for today.

For those who want to watch tonight’s virtual Convocation.

For all in our health services...

Financial Giving Ministry is continuing during this pandemic crisis and we need your support to make this happen. For those who are able to financially support the parish during this crisis: You may mail your envelopes and donations to the addresses below or contact your congregational treasurer for drop-off information. YOU CAN NOW E-TRANSFER DONATIONS: We have heard that some folks would like an electronic option for giving. We have now made arrangements for e-transfer. ...When doing your e-transfer it is important that in the message you put your name; the congregation name; envelope number (if applicable) and any particular fund you wish named. This information is essential if we are to accurately receipt the money. Donations to St. Marys, Herring Neck may use: [email protected] All other congregations may use: [email protected] and the money will be sent to the appropriate congregation. For your envelopes and regular donations, you may contact your congregational treasurer to arrange drop off with her, if that is your wish. She will let you know where and when this is possible. We encourage you to mail your donations (please include your name and envelope number) to the following: St. Peters Church c/o Gerry Poirier P.O. Box 96 Twillingate, NL A0G 4M0 St. Marys Church (as well as donations to the Parish) c/o Kimberly Russell Box 222 RR2 Pikes Arm, NL A0G 2R0 St. Margarets Church c/o Revd Christine Hoffe P.O. Box 132 24 Tickle Point Road Change Islands, NL A0G 1R0 Your continued prayer and financial support is greatly appreciated.

Guide us, Lord To make choices That reflect your love and care

The Candle of Love is scheduled for St. Peter's, Twillingate on December 6, 2020.

God of all creation May we not get so distracted with busyness That we forget to stop And be thankful For the beauty that surrounds us... And the light that shines Through all that you have created See more

The Tree of Love Those wishing to donate to the Tree of Love for St. Mary’s, Herring Neck are asked to contact Evelyn Reddick 628-5621 or Kim Russell 628-5191. Those wishing to donate to the Tree of Love for St. Margaret’s, Change Islands are asked to contact Brenda Boyd at 621-6531. ... Donations can also be made via etransfer - please see the directions pinned to the top of our facebook page

Greetings all. This week we have completed our Clerical Council regarding the return to Holy Eucharist.. We all believe that we have been guided by the Holy Spi...rit, and Shared together in Eucharist. The Diocesan Fast will end after October 4th, which means by Thanksgiving Sunday, (11th) with preparation, there may be a Eucharist in your parish. Covid 19 has challenged us, but as well has taught us many things. There is a document and video available for you to view and study. I do believe that you will be blessed in many ways by what we will be doing at Eucharist in the Future. Your Brother,and fellow servant in Christ. +John Link to document https://drive.google.com//11ZGA3Azh7KdK_UWlYRPjcOrn3/view Link to Video https://drive.google.com//1SW-l553Gcj2DG96L428Y7hx3Q/view See more

An important Video regarding our return to Eucharistic Worship in our Diocese. Please watch and share. Many Thanks.

Here is the service in the Cathedral this morning when the clergy met with the bishop to celebrate Eucharist for the first time since March!!! Here you see modelled what our return to Eucharist will look like. We hope to have Eucharist in the Parish by Thanksgiving

Send your Holy Spirit And calm our anxious hearts Teach us to trust in You To know that your love and grace Is more than sufficient ... To meet the challenges ahead See more

The Cathedral, the Clergy and the Bishop have prepared to serve our people. Tomorrow at 10:30 we gather in unity to be strengthened by Eucharist.The ending of o...ur fast. Following October 4, (by next Sunday,) your clergy will be able to gather with you in Communion. They will be providing you with all the information you need this week, and I will be posting a teaching by tomorrow night which will explain things and bring Good News to you. Please pray for us at this powerful and humbling time. The service will be live on St.Martins Cathedral Facebook page.

Schedule for Sunday, September 27 11 am - Morning Prayer, St. Peter's, Twillingate 7 pm - Evening Prayer, St. Mary's, Herring Neck 7 pm - Evening Prayer, St. Margaret's, Change Islands... A reminder that Covid regulations apply and all worshippers must wear a mask entering, exiting and moving about the building as well as when singing. All those attending will be registered for contact tracing. We are now allowed to use our books for worship, so if you have your own, please bring them along or use a book provided for you.

Update: Use of books The rules have once again been updated and we can now use books, our own books and those we share. Regulations require that books (those we use in common) be set aside for 24hrs between uses. So we will be using books on Sunday. You may bring your own or use those we have in the congregation.

Gentle God Give us focus So we can see what we are called to do today And not be distracted By the many claims on our time

Creator of all May we see the wonder And the value In all you have made Even ourselves

A Service of the Word recorded in St. Mary's, Herring Neck and St. Peter's, Twillingate on September 20, 2020. There were some technical difficulties with the recordings, but hopefully our joy of worshipping together comes through!

Give me a generous heart Slow to anger Quick to be compassionate Rid me of the fear that binds me To harmful ways of being... Set me free to flourish And be person You call me to be See more

A reminder that we will be having church services today: St. Peter's, Twillingate - 11 am - Service of the Word St. Mary's, Herring Neck - 7 pm - Service of the Word Covid rules apply. Please review earlier posts for rules or call or text if you have any questions.

Today we talk to Bishop John Watton of the Diocese of Central Newfoundland about the community garden in Gander.

The Service of the Word for Sunday, September 20, 2020 https://drive.google.com//1V3xTCcxBHph2E4EkQP_W1MbOv/view

The Season of Creation, Week Three https://drive.google.com//1cdl64SSoETsKze4COloAmowaq/view

O God, from your providing hand even the dissatisfied and grumbling receive what they need for their lives. Teach us your ways of justice... and lead us to practise your generosity, so that we may live a life worthy of the gospel made known through your Son Jesus Christ, our Saviour. Amen. (Alternative Collect) See more

The Bishops Walk of Hope Bishop John has discerned that the time is ideal for another Prayer Walk. On a personal level, he wishes to offer thanks for the te...n-year anniversary as a Cancer survivor. Walking is a sign of hope, faith and thanksgiving. As well, walking is a powerful symbol of carrying loved ones, those in need, and those whom we love but see no longer, on our journey. In this time of uncertainty and change, the Bishop is asking each parish to participate in some way to unite our Diocese in prayer and action. That may be in the form of a local walk, prayer gathering or online service. Simply put, he is asking each of us to participate in a way that brings meaning to you, and connects our whole diocese as a family and community of faith. What Can I do? The Bishop and others will be leaving Gander from the Goose Irving at 8:00 a.m. Saturday October 24, 2020. You are invited to join the walk. If you are holding an event, try to be in prayer and fellowship sometime between 8:00 a.m. and noon. Make sure the details of your event are sent to synod office so that we can share them with others! If you wish to Donate as an outward sign, sponsor sheets are available from Synod Office, Local Clergy, or online at centraldiocese.ca. Donations will be used for various forms of outreach to those who need a helping hand in times of illness or need, through the Friends of the Bishop Fund.

Give us today Our daily Joy Love Peace... Forgiveness Grace See more

Please Watch this short Video...We are asking for your prayers as your clergy meet next week to prepare our hearts and minds for our return to Holy Eucharist. Ephesians 4:12

Worship Schedule for Sunday, September 20 Online worship - Season of Creation with Bishop John Watton, Sunday at 9am St. Peter's, Twillingate - 11 am - Service of the Word St. Mary's, Herring Neck - 7 pm - Service of the Word ... Covid rules apply. Please review earlier posts for rules or call or text if you have any questions.

Open my heart Open my mind To new possibilities To new ways of being Let me join in... the dance of your Holy Spirit birthing new Life See more

We are your servants, O God And we lay ourselves before you Trusting that you have gifted us With the resources needed For the tasks to which you call us

Help us, Lord To be signs Of your love Of your hope Of your saving grace... In this world Today See more

This video is edited together with recordings from all 3 of our Flower Services held on Sept 13 and also includes photos of some of our other cemeteries. The hymn featured in the service is: We Cannot Measure How You Heal https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niW4DRkVPAo&app=desktop

God you are with us In the meantime While we wait And wonder what the day will bring Full of fear and anxiety... And hope You are with us Holding us together While we wait See more

Save the Date!!! St. Peter's Thanksgiving Take-Out Roast Beef Dinner is happening on Tuesday October 20, starting at 4:30 pm. Covid rules will apply. If you want to pre-book your take out just call your regular "ticket person" and they will be taking names, and phone numbers (for contact tracing) and money of course!!! $15 per dinner.

God of compassion, Jesus was lifted up on the cross, a sign of your steadfast love and a pledge of your will to save. Grant healing of soul and life eternal... to those who look upon the cross in faith; through Jesus Christ, our peace and our salvation. Amen. (Holy Cross Day, Alternative Collect) See more

Worship with our Bishop on this lovely Sunday!!

Good Morning! A Reminder that today's services are Flower Services and will be held outside. While the services are brief, if you need to sit, please feel free to bring along a chair. All Covid Regulations will be followed and we ask folks to stay aware of their physical distancing and to wear a mask when moving about and when you are unable to keep 6 ft of distance.... Schedule: 11 am - St. Peter's, Twillingate 2 pm - St. Mary's - Cobb's Arm road Cemetery 2:30 pm - St. Margaret's, Change Islands

An Interview with Dr. John Sheldon is featured in Week 2 of our Season of Creation, followed by a liturgy in the Garden with Kathy and John Sheldon and Rev'd Joanne. We apologize for the poor sound quality - it was a very windy day!

God of deep compassion, you welcome the weak and free us from the bondage of sin. Break the cycle of judgement and violence through Jesus our forgiveness,... who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. (Alternative Collects) See more

My friend Sandra that I talk about in my sermons so much is now Bishop-elect Sandra!!!!

Where are we Headed? Followers of Jesus who have been devoted to the Church Did not need COVID-19 to show them that things were radically changing, or how peopl...es views of God are no longer being determined by the authority given by Culture to institutional religion. Followers of Jesus, do not require help from Church Growth marketers, peddlers of solutions and gimmicks, or turn Churches into entertainment centers. Followers of Jesus are not being called to defend orthodoxy, but toward in a renewed trust in the action of the Holy Spirit as witnessed in the outward signs of transformed lives. Followers of Jesus are being called to see the many ways that God is very active in the world today, and accept the invitation extended by a Holy Spirit, to join the Creator in an adventure of both affirming, and challenging all people and structures to engage ways of justice, peace, generosity and hope. Followers of Jesus are being called to honest self examination, bravery, sacrifice and loving action. Followers of Jesus are being called to accept people as God does, where God has found them, and join in authentic, loving and simply caring communities. The Rt.Revd.John Watton

Gracious God May we be open To the whisper of the Spirit Daring to go when You call To be part of the new thing... You are doing in our midst See more

Here is the order of service for our Flower Services. As we can now sing wearing our masks, I will have the lyrics of Hymn 292 - We Cannot Measure How You Heal available on Sunday. You may choose to download the service and bring it along on your tablet or phone (that way you can have it whatever size print you need) or pick up a single use order of service on Sunday. https://drive.google.com//1kqFD4j0dCfJhX7Utw84NfdDeV/view