Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. John 6.68
Morning Prayer
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost
Lay Readers: Kim Phillips, Bev Robinson
Readings
Genesis 29:15-28 Psalm 105:1-11, 45c
Romans 8:26-39 Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52
Hymns:
Opening: Stand Up and Bless the Lord
Gradual: Blest Be the Tie that Binds
Offertory: The Lord’s My Shepherd
Sending: O God Our Help in Ages Past
Collect:
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy, increase and multiply upon us your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may so pass through things temporal, that we lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen
Please join us for fellowship and refreshments in the Parochial Hall following the 10 am service.
Cycle of Prayer
Ang. Communion The Anglican Church of Tanzania
ACC The Rt. Rev. Stephen London, Bishop, and the clergy and people of the Diocese of Edmonton
COTN The Diocese of Saskatchewan
ELCIC The dean, council, and congregations of the East Central Area of the Synod of Alberta and the Territories
WCC Ecumenical Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda
Rupert’s Land Our congregations and communities
Notices
Secretary’s Office Hours: The office Secretary office can be reached at 467-8466 or send an email to cotasecretary@gmail.com and it will be attended to. Wednesday 11am-4pm and Friday 9-10am
Rector’s Office Hours: For the week of July 27th Rev Gomez’s office hours will be Wednesday July 29th from 10am-4pm and July 31 from Friday from 10am-4pm.
Funeral for Annette William’s will be held at the church and hall July 20 2026 at 11am.
Happening around us:
Restoring the Lantern: St. Thomas Anglican Church is excited to share that they have successfully achieved their initial goal of raising $50,000 for the roof. Many thanks to ALL who have contributed. The fundraising campaign will remain open until the end of August as initially planned. Any extra donations received will go towards fixing damage to the interior of the building because of the failing roof. Thank you for helping keep the lantern shining.
Donate: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/st-thomas-church/campaign/Restoring-the-lantern/
Whether you’re able to give or simply help by sharing this campaign, thank you for helping keep the lantern shining.”
.The Diocesan Magazine (RLN’s e-magazine: Rupert’s Land News) can be found on a link on the Diocesan newsletter. Catch up for so much more on The RLN Weekly Newsletter
DID YOU KNOW?
Subject: How to Walk with Indigenous Peoples on the Path to Healing
The Four Sacred Medicines—tobacco, sweetgrass, sage, and cedar—are revered plants utilized by many Indigenous nations across North America for physical healing, spiritual ceremonies, and smudging. Each plant carries distinct teachings, gifts, and responsibilities, often connected to different directions and stages of life.
Next Week: August 2nd 2026
Holy Eucharist
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
Priest: Rev James Gomez Lay Readers: Bev Robinson
Readings:
Genesis 32:22-31 Psalm 17:1-7, 16
Romans 9:1-5 Matthew 14:13-21