God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, and he has entrusted us with the message of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5.19
Holy Eucharist
Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost
Priest: Rev James Gomez Lay Readers: Doug Livingston
Readings
Exodus 12:1-14 Psalm 149
Romans 13:8-14 Matthew 18:15-20
Collect:
Stir up, O Lord, the wills of your faithful people, that richly bearing the fruit of good works, we may by you be richly rewarded; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever.
Please join us for fellowship and refreshments in the Parochial Hall following the 10 am service.
Important dates in the life of the church:
Tuesday, September 8th: Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Thursday, September 10th: Edmund James Peck, Priest, Missionary to the Inuit, 1924.
Rupertsland Cycle of Prayer
The Anglican Church of Canada
Archbishop of Canterbury: The Most Reverend Sarah Mullally
Primate of the Anglican Church of Canada: The Most Reverend Shane Parker
National Indigenous Archbishop: The Most Reverend Chris Harper
Metropolitan of the Province of the Northern Lights: The Most Reverend Greg Kerr-Wilson
Bishop of Rupert’s Land: The Right Reverend Naboth Manzongo
Anglican Communion: The Episcopal / Anglican Province of Alexandria
Anglican Church of Canada: The theological colleges and training programs within the Ecclesiastical Province of Northern Lights: Arthur Turner Training School, the Centre for Christian Studies, the College of Emmanuel and St. Chad, Henry Budd College for Ministry, Saint John’s College, Dr. William Winter School for Ministry, James Settee College for Ministry
Council of the North: Indigenous Spiritual Ministry of Mishamikoweesh
Together: For the Season of Creation which continues in the month ahead and a renewed commitment to a healthy relationship with the Earth WCC Ecumenical Benin, Ivory Coast, Togo
Rupert’s Land:Our congregations and communities, especially the clergy and people of: St. Cyprian, Teulon
Notices
Secretary’s Office Hours: The office Secretary office can be reachedat 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: The Rector’s office hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 10 am till 4 pm. It is advisable to call before coming. He can be reached @204-404-9875.
Vestry: Members will meet on September 8th 2026 at 7 pm in the Meeting room.
Lion’s Manor Service: Eucharist Service followed by fellowship on September 10th at 2 pm in the common room at entrance #1, at the corner of Centre Avenueand Lion’s Way.
Donations: We’re looking for donations of harvest produce/decor to enhance our Harvest Service. Donations can be dropped off on Saturday, September 19 at 10 am or contact Barb at 204-461-3289 for pickup
Harvest Thanksgiving Service: All Saints Church, Victoria on
Sunday, September 13th, 2026 at 2 pm
Book Club: The next meet is on September 16th at 7 pm in the board room. The book ‘In Search of April Raintree’ will be reviewed and discussed.
Harvest Sunday: Church of the Ascension onSeptember 20th.
Messy Church: Is back after the summer break! We will meet on September 23rd 2026.
Happening around us:
Saturday, September 12th at 2:00 pm, St. Andrews on the Red (3 St. Andrews Road), An Afternoon of Celtic Music. Featuring the music of Two by Two, St. Andrews on the Red presents an afternoon of Celtic music. Refreshments will be provided. There is a silver collection at the door, and all proceeds will go to refurbishing the stone wall surrounding the cemetery and the church.Call (204) 338-7483 for more information.
Sunday, September 20th, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm, The Forks. We Are All Treaty People Celebration 2026. (Speakers include Niigaan Sinclair)
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 onThe RLN Weekly Newsletter
The Season of Creationis an ecumenical celebration that unites Christians worldwide in prayer and action for the care of the environment. Its origins trace back to 1989, when Ecumenical Patriarch Dimitrios I of the Orthodox Church proclaimed September 1 as a day of prayer for creation, coinciding with the start of the Orthodox liturgical year and a commemoration of God’s creation. The World Council of Churches later extended this observance into a month-long season, running from September 1 to October 4, ending on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, who is widely recognized as the patron saint of ecology
During this season, Christians are encouraged to engage in prayer, reflection, and practical actions to care for the environment, emphasizing the interconnectedness of humanity and the natural world. The celebration highlights ecological responsibility, spiritual renewal, and community engagement, making it a significant period in the Christian calendar for environmental awareness. (Credit: seasonofcreation.org&cbcew.org.uk)
Next Week: September 13th2026
Morning Prayer
SixteenthSunday after Pentecost
Lay Readers: Ross Thompson, Joneen Livingston
Readings:
Exodus 14:19-31 Psalm 114
Romans 14:1-12 Matthew 18:21-35