St Athanasius Anglican Church
10 Westmount Dr. N. L3V6B8 Orillia, ON, Canada

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Good morning everyone. From England......

Thank you Bishop Peter

Here are our Soloists and their Hymns from this morning's Worship Service

A big thank you to Rev. Phil Morley who served for many years as a military chaplain and shared some of his amazing experiences with us. His words fit very well with the sermon that Rev Jim shared. Rev. Morley will be back for the Morning Prayer service on Nov. 29th

Thank you to all of you who donated Children’s Christmas Shoeboxes. Rev. Jim asked Chase and Addison to help him bless the boxes and now they will soon be on their way to many children for Christmas.

20th SUNDAY AFTER Pentecost - October 18, 2020 10: 30 a.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS Please take a moment of quiet reflection...Continue reading

Last Sunday in Pentecost and Healing Service November 22, 202010: 30 a.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS Please take a moment of quiet reflection as we prepare for Worship. (solo) God is in this holy place; Let all the earth keep silence,Let all keep silence, keep silence....Continue reading

Letter to the Diocese from Bishop Andrew, Friday November 20 Dear Friends in Christ, Today, we are called to remember those who have died. Around the world, Nov. 20 is set aside as Transgender Day of Remembrance. It began following the violent murder of Rita Hester, a Black trans woman in Massachusetts in 1998. Her death led to an outpouring of grief and anger in Boston and other cities. Since then, Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) has been an opportunity to commemorate ...those who have lost their lives to violence and injustice because of their gender identity or gender expression. In Ontario in 2017, all three major political parties voted to enshrine in law the Transgender Day of Remembrance on this day every year. Today, we are called to remember the living. The baptismal covenant lies at the heart of our Christian faith. Among the promises embedded in this covenant is that the baptized will strive for justice and peace among all people and respect the dignity of every human being. Among the many ways we do this is by honouring the wonderful diversity of God’s creation. Too often, our transgender siblings have not experienced respect or dignity within our Church. Indeed, they are often misunderstood, marginalized and discriminated against. On this Transgender Day of Remembrance, let us commit: to honour and mourn all trans people who have been victims of violence and murder; to honour the lives of those who might otherwise have been forgotten; to become more aware of the most vulnerable in our communities; to educate ourselves in becoming allies for our trans siblings; to recommit ourselves to taking action to transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind, and to pursue peace and reconciliation. Let us all work and pray for healing and justice in the face of violence and oppression. Yours in Christ, The Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil Bishop of Toronto

Pastoral Letter to the Diocese of Toronto from Bishop Andrew, Wednesday October 14 The Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil Bishop of Toronto...Continue reading

VISION 2020 ST. ATHANASIUS SPECIAL EDITION. NOVEMBER 13, 2020 Faith Snap Shots Edited by Barb McKee ([email protected]) :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: What I Learned From Covid...Continue reading

He heard they would be using Prayer C today!

St Athanasius Anglican Church Youth Group at the Aurora Conference Centre....1994?

18th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST October 4, 2020 10: 30 a.m. Please take a moment of quiet reflection as we prepare for Worship. Solo : God is in this holy place; Let all the earth keep silence,Let all keep silence, keep silence. I chose you and appointed you; says the Lord, that you should go and bear fruit, fruit that will last. John 15: 16...Continue reading

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FAITH SNAP SHOTS - Friday October 2nd 2020 What Have We Learned From Covid? I called Diane and asked her a few questions. Here is some of what she had to say. Covid has really changed the ways I connect with people. I am a hugger and I have really missed hugging. Human touch is healing, and I learned as a nurse that it was one of the ways. I could help my patients to heal. ...Continue reading

Are you ready.... Happy Thanksgiving... "We plough the fields and scatter the good seed on the land, but it is fed and watered by God's Almighty Hand"

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Memory verses for the Week: Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, Rejoice. Philippians 4: 4. The Kingdom of Heaven may be compared to a King who gave a wedding banquet for his Son. Matthew 22: 2 Readings for October 18, 2020 Isaiah 45: 1-7 Psalm 96: 1-131 Thessalonians 1: 1-10 ... Matthew 22: 15-22 ...................................................................................................................................................Rev Jim is offering to lead a Zoom study on Monday, Oct. 26th at 9:00 a.m. on the questions handed out after the sermon on Sunday. If anyone is interested, please contact Rev. Jim at 1 705 441 2875. The congregation is encouraged to pray for our Lay Reader, Gord as he prepares during this week, to lead next Sunday’s BCP Morning Prayer Service with Rev'd Bill Sherwin. We are grateful for the special contribution made by our Lay Readers in our Sunday services. God bless Gord and Lesley! We are once again supporting the Samaritan’s Purse Organization through the Operation Christmas Child Ministry. Shoe boxes, labels and instructions are now available in the narthex and the filled shoeboxes must be returned to the church no later than November 8th. For more information contact Lesley at 705-238-9872 or email at [email protected] See more

Anglican Diocese of Toronto ZOOM MEETING

The Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil Bishop of Toronto Dear Friends in Christ,... Yesterday, Diocesan Council reconvened for the first time since March 26. Council had delegated to Executive Board and the Trusts committee its duties and responsibilities during the early stages of the government-declared state of emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Like parishes across the Diocese that have been re-opening their buildings, Council now picks up work that has been left undone and grapples with an ever-shifting present reality. One word that was expressed again and again by many during the meeting was gratitude. Gratitude for the gift of faith and community, for resolve in a time of uncertainty, and for the generosity of Anglicans in our Diocese who have offered their time, talent and treasure to keep us moving forward with confidence and passion. This sentiment was captured most eloquently in a motion that was brought forward: MOVED by Suzanne Lawson, ODT and SECONDED by the Rev. Kevin Wong, that we as Diocesan Council take this opportunity, through the Diocesan Bishop and the Secretary of Synod, to thank the clergy and lay leaders of the Diocese for the amazing hard and creative work they have done through the first six months of COVID-19 to keep our faith communities together and alive in our spiritual, service and social justice ministries. And that we ask the Diocesan Bishop as well to extend our appreciation to the staff of 135 Adelaide St. E. who, working separately away from their usual workplace, have given their all to support and guide coordination and care for parishes and parish leaders. We are amazed and grateful for the way that our Diocese has lived through this time and we wish that those who have led us know how much they are appreciated. The motion was passed unanimously! On behalf of Diocesan Council, it is my profound joy to express gratitude to our bishops, priests, deacons and lay leaders who are serving so faithfully. You are working so hard and with such deep devotion in a time when it is so easy to feel discouraged. Thank you for all your efforts, large and small, that lets the light of Christ shine! On behalf of Diocesan Council, it is my delight and honour to share our deepest thanks to all the staff at 135 Adelaide St. E. and our two satellite offices in York-Simcoe and Trent-Durham. Thank you for taking on more than you could ask or imagine to help our parishes and ministries survive and thrive in this time of pandemic. Thank you for your care, patience, and support. May the wisdom of God continue to guide us on our way. May the love of Christ continue to inspire us in our service. May the joy of the Holy Spirit fill our hearts as we go. Amen. Yours in Christ, The Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil Bishop of Toronto

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ^^^ Memory verse for the week: At the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the Glory of God the Father. Philippians 2: 10 Readings for October 4, 2020... Isaiah 5: 1-7 : Psalm 80: 7-15 :Philippians 3: 4b-14 Matthew 21: 33-46 On Holy Eucharist Sundays, anyone wishing personal prayers, is invited to meet with the St. A's prayer team in the choir pews, after all others have left the church. FUNDSCRIP orders are due on October 4th. Remember to make checks payable to St. James Anglican Church and mark Fundscrip in the memo line. Drop orders at Grace’s home mail box or give to Grace or Gloria before the service. Thank you

19th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST THANKSGIVING SERVICE October 11, 2020 10: 30 a.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS...Continue reading

FAITH SNAP SHOTS - FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 25th 2020 Our Advisory Meeting Our Sept. Advisory Board Meeting: ten of our thirteen members were able to be present for this long awaited meeting. It was a joy to be together and good to review our January minutes and February vestry minutes. But before business, after Rev. Jim did a devotional on the good God brings out of being tempted and tried, David lightened up the atmosphere with a "Tribute To Wearing A Mask", using his Sunday full...Continue reading

Guidelines for Reopening in the Diocese of Toronto Posted on June 30, 2020 The Rt. Rev. Andrew Asbil Bishop of Toronto...Continue reading

FAITH SNAP SHOTS - OCTOBER 9th 2020 What Have We Learned From Covid: As a Christian I learned that we must not forsake wisdom, and she will protect us; love her, and she will watch over us. Proverbs 4:6. God has given us wisdom during this time of uncertainty so that we will make proper decisions to protect ourselves and those around us from COVID19. As a daughter I was grateful for COVID19 because it gave me permission to spend precious time with my mom before she died. A...Continue reading

17th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST and Healing Service September 27, 2020 10: 30 a.m. ANNOUNCEMENTS Please take a moment of quiet reflection ...Continue reading

CONGRATULATIONS, Reverend Joan Morris. From your friends at St. Athanasius.

For the People of God.....

GOOD MORNING!!! Here is the video of the Ordination of Joan Morris, Kate Scott and Val Paterson!

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Advisory Board Meeting was enlightening and helpfully begun with guest Entertainment