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Our Parish Five Year Goal:
If you feel you have the ability/talent in any of these areas, we would love to hear from you. You don't have to be an expert! It's amazing what a few ordinary people can accomplish when they work together.
Please give generously to your Food Bank through your congregational Church. List of food items for your convenience: 1. canned milk 2. juice 3. cereal 4. pastas with meat 5. canned stew 6. canned meat 7. granola bars - school snacks 8. flour 9. sugar 10. bread & roll flour 11. gravy & meat balls, plus many more items you can contribute. Thanks for your continued support.
The Programme Committee of the Holy Spirit consists of the following members:
Marjorie Thorne (592-2818); Vida Chatman (548-2429); Nellie Smith (546-2767); Delilah Snook
(472-4320); and Phyllis Guy (463-2223). They have planned the following events for 2008:
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| L to R: RobertHanlon, Irene Newhook (Bishop's Chaplain), Andrew Newhook, Roger Temple (Adult Candidate), Bishop Pitman, Jacqueline Bennett, Amber Brenton, Zachary Temple, Desiree Newhook, The Rev'd Sheila White, Jane Power, Austin Newhook, Brandon Reid |
At the evening worship service on Sunday, November 11th, 2007, The Good Shepherd Church at Norman's Cove
was filled with the chatter of children who were on a special mission. They were at church to
especially deliver Shoe Boxes to the Altar for dedication before they started their journey to
children of poorer countries who might not have received a gift for Christmas. The project,
Operation Christmas Child, is organized each year by the Good Shepherd A. C. W. An air of
excitement could be felt radiating from the children present, who in most cases helped family
buy and package the shoe boxes.
Included in the group were the candidates from 2007 Confirmation Class. They were given
special encouragement to attend by the wife and mother of two members of the group. After the
service, she also invited the Confirmation Class, their teacher, and the new Priest and his
wife, for pizzas, milkshakes, cookies and a movie. From the class
and others, we thank you, Penny, for your kindness and hospitality.
On December 1st, St. John the Baptist ACW and the Sports & Recreation Committee combined to host a Senior's Party for all seniors in Chapel Arm. The evening began by singing "Happy Anniversary" to Mr. Nathaniel & Mrs. Alma Reid who were celebrating their 59th wedding anniversary. Following a delicious Hot Dinner, Mrs. Bonnie Newhook entertained the seniors with a skit "The Newfie Moose", which everyone enjoyed. They were entertained with other skits and the singing of Christmas Carols by the youth. With Mr. Bill Blundon & Mr. Max Reid on guitar, and Mr. Jerry Smith on accordion, the seniors listened or danced to some old fashioned music. There was hardly a dry eye in the building when Mrs.Lucy Griffin, who was confined to a wheelchair for the event, was assisted by her daughters so she could dance. Way to go, Lucy! You made the evening worthwhile! Thanks to the organizers for making this event one that the seniors enjoyed immensely.
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In the gospels we read that Jesus said, "Let the children come to me and do not stop them, because the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." Then he took the children in his arms, placed his hands on each of them, and blessed them. Under the leadership of their teacher, Mrs. Bonnie Brown, the five children of The Ascension Sunday School, Chance Cove, presented a Christmas Program on December 23, 2007. Although few in number, these kids delighted the congregation and their deacon, The Rev'd Moses Tucker, as they greeted everyone, presented gifts for Baby Jesus, sang beautifully, and ended the program by wishing Baby Jesus a Happy Birthday. God bless you Sunday School! Thank you, Bonnie, for your encouragement and dedication to these children. We look forward to having the Sunday School participate in future services. Click underlined link for more photos.
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Once again you have shown us what caring is truly all about! A recent project, sponsored by the Programme Committee of The Parish of the Holy Spirit, for our troops in Afghanistan has been a huge success again this year. The Committee would like to thank the clergy and people for their support and co-operation in making this happen. All denominations were involved, and we gratefully acknowledge the generosity all have shown these men and women as they continue in their efforts to bring peace and democracy to the people of Afghanistan. Your gifts and words of encouragement will truly be appreciated by our troops during this Easter season. "The time is always right to do what is right". God bless you all!
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A large number of relatives and friends congregated at St. Matthew's Anglican Church, North Harbour, on Sunday, February 24, 2008, to witness the baptism of Jacob David Slade. The Service of Holy Baptism and Holy Eucharist was celebrated by The Rev'd Lloyd Collett. During the service, Mrs. Lori Ann Upshall told the children a story about how they are all God's adoptive children. The Baptismal Font at St. Matthew's originally came from the old Anglican Church in Kingwell. It was refurbished by Jacob's grandfather, Mr. David Slade, to fix a crack in its base and was placed on wheels. Jacob is the third known generation of his family to be baptised in it. He will be returning to Port Coquitlan, BC, where he resides with his parents, Dwayne & Kate, and his little brother Devon. May God bless their home and grant them wisdom and understanding!
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| F Row(L-R): Taylor Hollett, Gregory Hollett, Nicholas Best, Cody Penny, Evan Gale, Kyle Baker, Alex Slade, Jaiden Wadman, Brady Green Mid Row (L-R): Jessica Warren, Dakota Warren, Jordan Hollett, Bishop Pitman, Riley Wareham, Ryan Campbell, Kirk Spurrell, Nichole Seward B Row (L-R): Rev'd Rowena Wareham, Rev'd Lloyd Collett, Rev'd Glenn Small |
There was standing room only at St. Michael's Church, Arnold's Cove, on April 27, 2008, as family, sponsors and friends came out to show their support for the Confirmation of the youth in The Parish of the Holy Spirit - Unit 2. They were very pleased to have our Bishop, The Rt. Rev'd Cyrus Pitman, preside over the Service of Confirmation and Holy Eucharist. They also give thanks to The Rev'd Glenn Small, our Rector and Priest; The Rev'd Lloyd Collett, Honorary Assistant; and The Rev'd Rowena Wareham, Deacon, who took part in the service. Immediately following the service, everyone gathered at the Parish Hall for refreshments and the presentation of confirmation certificates & Bibles to the candidates. Congratulations and prayers are extended to Kyle Baker, Nicholas Best, Ryan Campbell, Evan Gale, Brady Green, Gregory Hollett, Jordan Hollett, Taylor Hollett, Cody Penny, Nichole Seward, Alex Slade, Kirk Spurrell, Jaiden Wadman, Riley Wareham, Dakota Warren and Jessica Warren as they accept their new role as adult members of the Church.
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| (Back)L-R: Rev'd Tucker, Rev'd Collett, Bishop Pitman, Andrew Peddle, Archdeacon Peddle, (Front)L-R: Rev'd Small, Rev'd Boutcher, Rev'd Ethridge, Rev'd Nelson |