ALL SAINTS’ DAY

SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION

Liturgy: The Book of Common Prayer

Celebration Cake Sunday

Also in this service, we will remember and celebrate the legacy of our departed loved ones through a special flower dedication and a bulletin insert with the names of the departed. 

Student Assistant Liam Getty's Let's Talk God initiative is bearing significant fruit (and not just apples), so he's decided to host a special edition of the activity on Halloween.

Starting at about 5 PM, Liam will be on the front lawn in costume, with treats to hand out and a little fire going, inviting the little ghosts & goblins and their parents to stop by for a treat and a chat. And you're invited to pull up a chair and join him – just send him an email to let him know you're coming. He'll stay out until 8 or until his candy runs out. 

At its October 22 meeting, St. Peter's Parish Council decided to give 10% of the revenue from the October 17 Fall Fair to Hope Mission. The event was a blessing for our community and our parish, and we want to give thanks to God for his providence. As Pastor Derek Sheahan told us on September 20, Hope Mission is a Christian charity that cares for the homeless and the poor in Calgary by providing emergency shelter, food, youth programs, and addiction recovery services.

"Giving 10% of the Fall Fair revenue to Hope Mission is a step toward our parish following the tithing and stewardship principles God calls each of us to," says Ven. Bonnie. "This powerfully complements what we are encouraging parishioners to reflect on during our Plenty Good Room Stewardship Campaign, and I am very encouraged that members of our Parish Council unanimously supported this decision. Well done, good and faithful servants!"

St. Peter's officially came into existence on October 24, 1926, when Bishop Pinkham dedicated our first parish building at the corner of 66th Avenue (now Glenmore Trail) and Elbow Drive. That means our parish is 100 years old this fall!

We're celebrating the milestone with a festive open house on Saturday November 21 from 1 to 4 PM in Cormack Hall. Finger foods & punch will be on the menu, and there will be displays of fascinating materials from our archive. We'll hear music and memories from parishioners and clergy, past and present – as well as some words of encouragement from Archbishop Greg Kerr-Wilson.

Please join us if you can (and help us spread the word)!

A Celebration of Life service for our dear sister Eileen Oretha Williams is scheduled for Saturday, November 14 at 10 AM, with a light reception to follow. Eileen passed away peacefully in the afternoon of Sunday, October 4, surrounded by her family. You can read her obituary here. Please keep Arnold, Adrianne, Azalia and Mecca – and all who love Eileen – in your prayers. May she rest in peace, and rise in glory.

 The First Friday activity for October will be held on the last Friday of October with a wine & cheese plus scavenger hunt, where you are the hunter and the hunted, October 30th at 7:15 PM in the Cormack Hall.

Why Love Jesus?, led by Student Assistant Liam Getty runs Tuesdays and started October 13 (two more sessions to go). Click here to register. 

Acts Part 2: All About Paul?, with Rev. Rob started October 21 and runs Wednesdays at 7 PM (five more sessions to go). Click here to register.

Our parish is a place of belonging — a community where each person matters, and each gift is needed. Together we are the Body of Christ.

Visit our Stewardship Page to learn more.

We regret to announce that the Narrating Your Grief conference that was set for November 6 and 7 has been canceled. We hope to reschedule it for sometime in the New Year. Please keep an eye on our website and newsletter for updates.

All of the parish's leaders, ministers and volunteers are encouraged to participate in a brief, informal time of prayer in the chapel every Sunday at 9:40 AM – to come before God and prepare our hearts to serve Him fully and faithfully in our 10 AM service.

You're invited to join us in our Chapel each week, as we gather on Wednesday mornings at 10 for Holy Communion from the Book of Common Prayer (BCP). All are welcome!

Colognes and perfumes – even those in our shampoos, conditioners, detergents and fabric softeners – can cause reactions for people with allergies and sensitivities, and these conditions are becoming more prevalent in our society. Our commitment to providing a scent-free environment ensures that everyone can worship in St. Peter's in safety and comfort, so we thank you for your efforts!