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From the rector's deskThis Sunday we begin the Season of Creation. The theme this year is 'Let Peace and Justice Flow' Prophet Amos cries out “But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” (Amos 5: 24) You can learn more about it here When you come into the sanctuary, you will notice that we have intentioanlly tried to make the aisle of our church look like a river. And we have hung two beautiful images of water on the all behind the altar by Cedric Tetzel. As with last year, each week has a them and we will be offering some ways that enable us to meaningfully participate in the season. If all goes according to plan, it will look like this: Week of September 3: Pray. We will have an interactive prayer response in our liturgy this Sunday September 10: Learn. We will be hosting a movie night with popcorn to watch the documentary 2040 in the side chapel on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 September 17, Act we will head out to the dyke at the end of Francis rd again on Saturday, September 23rd. to participate in a shore line clean up. Meet at the parking lot at the end of Francis Rd before the dyke trail entrance at 10am September 24, Advocate we will offer some simple actions that each of us can take to advocate for the planet. October 1, Bless - we are going to celebrate St. Francis and bless and give thanks for our animal companions to close out this season.
I hope you will consider joining us for all or some of this season as we celebrate creation and find ways to live into our baptismal call to strive to safeguard the integrity of God's creation, and respect, sustain and renew the life of the Earth. I think it's shaping up to be a great month!
With gratitude for our ministry together, Marnie |
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The readings for this week.Readings for next Sunday include EXODUS 3:1-15; PSALM 105:1-6, 23-26, 45C; ROMANS 12:9-21; MATTHEW 16:21-28 You can read the full text here
Bible study is now on hiatus until September.
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The August BookThis month we are reading: Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto, by Tricia Hersey. Tricia Hersey is a writer, poet and theologian and founder of Nap Ministry. You can learn more about her here. Marnie is home sick today so we will only meet on Zoom this evening at 7pm. Here is the zoom link for next Wednesday: St. Anne's Steveston is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto book discussion Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 865 1788 5360 --- One tap mobile --- Dial by your location Meeting ID: 865 1788 5360 Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kgTcwlTLR
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Backpacks!We are once more collecting new backpacks and school supplies to be given to the Richmond school board this year. If you are able to donate, please drop them off at the church office. Collections will continue until Sunday, September 3, 2023.
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Looking for jelly/jam jarsI would be appreciative of anybody who had half pint jars the jelly jar size I guess half quart size jelly jars that they don’t need anymore because I’m making apple jelly and I’ve run out of jars and I thought I would help people get rid of their excess things. Please ask them to bring them to church and I can pick them up. |
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Job Posting - we are hiring!Please share this posting with anyone you think might fit the description and be interested! Job Description: St. Anne’s is seeking a contract Children’s Ministry Assistant to help with the successful delivery of the Godly play programming on Sunday mornings September through June. You will work closely with and report to rector. You will be responsible for set up and clean up, sharing the stories and supporting the children in their work time following the story. You are: A skilled relationship builder who has experience working with children across a variety of fields, including faith-based organizations. You are a team player, who understands the needs of children and youth and is comfortable leading some elements of curriculum and organizing events. A self-motivated person who is organized, values boundaries, and understands the core values of Children’s ministry here at the St. Anne’s, which is that through relationships we aim to accompany children on their spiritual journey and welcome them into a safe place of wondering, learning and growth. Duties: On a weekly basis, you will assist with the Sunday morning Godly Play sessions for children. You will also help lead parts of the curriculum during these sessions. This is a 2-hour commitment. For the rest of your hours, you will meet with the rector as needed and take responsibility for planning, preparation and delivery of children and youth curriculum, programming and special events. The total hours for this position will be 4 hours per week. Sunday as a requirement and the expectation that you will use some of this time to familiarize yourself with the stories. Skills: - Excellent interpersonal skills Requirements: - The successful applicant must be 18+ This is a temporary, contract position to the end of June 2024 with the potential for renewal. Position Start date: September 2023 If you are interested in this position, please send your resume and cover letter to: The position will remain open until filled. |
