THIS WEEK AT ST JOHN'S

Dear Friends,

These days, our St John’s events seem to converge in clusters. We have just come through such a cluster – All Souls Movie Night, St John’s Demystified, Sermon Exchange with Temple Israel, and Remembrance Sunday. These events included a number of “firsts” and we really brought people together. Thanks to everyone who participated!

Heads up about our next convergence of a cluster of events – it’s a couple weeks before it happens so you have time to think about them and them to your calendar.

Remembrance Day – November 11^th

Following up on Remembrance Sunday, you are invited to join with St John’s for the National Remembrance Day Ceremony on Friday November 11. Meet at the church at 10:00 a.m. to walk over to the National War Memorial. Ceremony begins at 10:30 a.m.

Hindu Temple Worship Field Trip – Saturday, November 26^th

Visit Ottawa’s Hindu Temple for a service. Includes introduction by hosts, attend the 10:00 service and Q&A afterwards with hosts. Hindu Temple of Ottawa Carleton, 4825 Bank Street. Please note: Arrival time is 9:15 a.m. (concludes by 11:00 a.m.) Register online or on the sign-up sheet at the back of the church. Let us know whether you can offer a ride or need a ride.

Advent Wreath-Making, Lunch, and Christmas Bake Sale – Sunday November 27^th

Make your wreath for Advent (or renew your old one). Forms and greenery provided. Donate Christmas Baking for sale – proceeds support the ministry of St John’s. Sandwich lunch provided and all are welcome to stay. Event begins following the 10:15 service.

World AIDS Day – Thursday, December 1^st

This year, our observance takes the form of a Candle-Lighting memorial and thanksgiving those who have served and led at the forefront of HIV/AIDS. Special Remembrances: Jay Koornstra & Dr Bruce Marshall. Further memorials invited - All are welcome to attend and share. Light Refreshments served. Thursday, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Hope to see you this coming Sunday, 8:00 & 10:15 a.m.

Gary+

COVID Safety Update from the Diocese of Ottawa:

“Winter is on the horizon, people are indoors more, and COVID infections are on the rise. Throughout the pandemic, our response to the reality of the virus has been science-based and in line with public health, and this latest challenge must be met the same way. Effective this Sunday, October 30^th, all liturgical leaders — including clergy, choirs, servers, chalice bearers, readers, intercessors, and sidespeople/greeters — must wear a mask before, during and after services except when speaking into a microphone, eating or drinking.”

TO REMEMBER IN PRAYER

Those On Our Hearts

Margaret, Pat H., The staff, volunteers and participants in the programs of The Well and St Luke's.

Our Parish

Gary, Allen, Gordon, Josh, Gregory, Kerry, Stephen, Brian, Michelle, Jill and all who minister at St John's.

Our Diocese

Shane, our Bishop; Anne, our Metropolitan; Linda, our Primate.

Our Community Ministries:

Anglican Day Programs: Centre 454; St Luke’s Table; The Well/La Source
Centre 105 (Cornwall)
Cornerstone Housing for Women
Ottawa Pastoral Counselling Centre
Refugee Ministry

St. Margaret’s, Vanier

The Reverend Colin McFarland.

The Reverend Canon Aigah Attagutsiak.

Anglican Church of Canada (ACC)

The members of the Council of General Synod.

ELCIC

The members of the National Church Council.

The Anglican Communion from Aba to Zululand

Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui.

Parish Prayer Group

If you wish to have someone prayed for, please call (613) 232-4500 ext 21 or send an email to prayer-request@stjohnsottawa.ca.

JOIN US

TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

13 NOVEMBER 2022

Malachi 4:1-2a; Psalm 98; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13; Luke 21:5-19

WHAT'S HAPPENING

SPECIAL CHOIR ANTHEM

The anthem this coming Sunday is a special composition commissioned in honour of Beth Atkinson, the mother of Cara Gilbertson.

The piece is entitled I Was Glad, based on Psalm 122, and is composed by a former choir member, Madox Terrell.

The piece was originally commissioned in the winter of 2020 and scheduled for performance that spring, but due to

the pandemic, its first performance was delayed until this coming

Sunday. What a great way to honour a beloved friend and mother.

ST JOHN'S DEMYSTIFIED

Did you ever wonder why people come to St. John's? What they believe? Why they worship the way they do? Why they always seem so busy with outreach programs, community engagement, social justice activities, and a million other things? You are not alone!

The Lifelong Learning Committee is planning a series of conversations to help all parishioners, new and old, to deepen their understanding and appreciation of who we are and what we do at St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church. Over 4 sessions there will be time to engage in thoughtful dialogue on topics like these:

Where does Christianity fit among religions of the world, and where does Anglicanism fit among Christian traditions, and where does St John’s fit in the Anglican tradition?
Why do we worship the way we do?
How do we live out our faith in practice?
How do we engage with the world?

The above topics will be explored through four 2-hour Saturday morning sessions to be held (in person) on Nov. 12th and 19th (10 AM-12PM). This is intended for everyone – you might be new to these questions or maybe you have been thinking about them for a long time. Join us for a chance to learn from each other and to share your views and insights.

TAKE NOTE

The Shop is in need of men’s winter coats/jackets and glove or mitts for men and women. Donations of these items would be welcome and help those in need in the community to keep warm this winter.

A note from John Holgate

Some of you might know that I have been studying in the Master of Divinity program at St. Paul University for the last 3 years. I have also been following a path of discernment around ordination as a clergyperson within the Anglican Diocese of Ottawa.

The Bishop of Ottawa has decided to ordain me, God willing, to be a deacon on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 11 AM at Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa, on Sparks St., near Bronson Ave.

Everyone is welcome to attend this service, which will also have the ordination of four deacons to be priests.

I'm looking forward to this step with both excitement and fear. It has been a long road to travel, yet there is always some question about the destination. But it feels like it would be worse if there were no questions. John Holgate

2023 CHURCH CALENDAR

ORDER DEADLINE 27 NOVEMBER

Gay Richardson is taking orders for 2022 Church Calendars. The cost is $5 each. Calendars should be available on Sunday December 11th at church. Delivery to those not at church can be arranged with Gay. Please pay with cash (exact amount required) if at all possible; otherwise cheques can be made payable to Gay Richardson.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Our choir will join with the choir of Woodroffe United Church and the Strings of St John's chamber orchestra to present a concert of music for Advent and Christmas, featuring Vivaldi's "Gloria".

Performances will be Sunday, December 4 at 2pm at Woodroffe United Church, and Sunday, December 11 at St John's. Tickets ($20) will be available at the door.

They are also available online at www.VivaldiGloria.ca. We hope you'll join the choirs and orchestra for a concert of festive music.

FLOWERS

The flowers are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Louis Arsenault, Eileen Dunn Arsenault, and Louise Arsenault by their daughter and sister Kathleen Arsenault.