Rev. Sandra is on vacation until Monday, August 21.

While Rev. Sandra is away, please contact the parish office or a warden in the case of a pastoral emergency.

Services will be at 10:30 am only during this period (no 8:30 am service):

Aug 6 – 10:30 Holy Eucharist led by Rev. Margaret Johnston-Jones

Aug 13 - 10:30 am Mornng Prayer led by Canon Sharon Dunlop

Aug 20 - 10:30 am Mornng Prayer led by Canon Sharon Dunlop

Commencing Wednesday, August 16, there will be a study of the book: "With Christ In The School of Prayer" by Andrew Murray.

This weekly study will be at the home of Pam and John Barron at 222, Green Bay Road in Barriefield.

The study time will begin at 1:30 pm and will end anywhere between 2:30 and 3:00 pm, depending upon the discussion.  A time of fellowship will follow, with tea/coffee, for those who can stay. 

All are most welcome to participate. There's lots of great, thoughtful discussion and much warm fellowship. 

If you are interested in participating, let John know at: jpgalleries2004@yahoo.ca

If there is sufficient interest, St. Mark's Book Group will be meeting in early September to discuss the book "Travelling Mercies - Some Thoughts on Faith", by Anne Lamott.

To quote from the book cover:

"With an exuberant mix of passion, insight and humor, in Travelling Mercies [Anne Lamott] takes us on a journey through her often troubled past to illuminate her devout but quirky walk of faith.  In a narrative spiced with stories and scripture, with diatribes, laughter. and tears, Lamott tells how, against all odds, she came to believe in God and then, even more miraculously, in herself."

If you are interested in participating in this book review/discussion, please contact Alan Rumsey (alan@planetrumsey.ca).

Then, depending on the responses received, a date, time and location will be agreed for the meeting.

The annual Canadian Walk for Veterans invites Canadians to walk shoulder to shoulder in recognition of our military, veterans and first responders. The primary goal is to provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn about the challenges of coping with life after service. A secondary goal is fundraising, through modest registration fees, donations and sponsorships.  Proceeds go to organizations that are working hard to provide veterans and first responders with support, rehabilitation services and the tools they need to cope. Most importantly these organizations provide hope and bring a sense of purpose back into the lives of those who need it.

In Kingston, this years event will take place on September 24, from 1 pm to 4 pm, starting at the Kingston Military Family Resource Centre (KMFRC).

To learn more about event, or register for the event, click on the link below.

The 2023 ACW Diocesan Retreat, with the theme of 'God's Forgiveness.' will be held on Wednesday September 27 from 9 am to 4 pm,, at the Glen House Resort.  The retreat leader will be Rev. Margaret Johnston-Jones.

All women of the diocese are welcome.

Please come and spend a day of fellowship at this beautiful location on the St. Lawrence.

The cost of the retreat is $71.50 and includes a luncheon buffet and refreshments. The deadline for registration is August 30.

Make cheques out to the Glen House Resort and mail to: Margie Mulvihill, 269 Hudson Point Road, Elizabethtown, Ont. K6V 7E3. (613) 342-3281, margiemulvhill@gmail.com.

For questions or more information please contact Elizabeth Gibson at egibson@kos.net.

You are invited to donate new or lovingly used baby clothes for the Mea Centre (formerly the Kingston Pregnancy Care Centre).  Donations can be placed in the bassinet at the back of the church.  The Mea Centre also appreciates diapers, wipes, coffee pods, and financial donations.