Here are the registration links for in-person services in Holy Week

The Sunday Next Before Easter
commonly called
Palm Sunday

March 28, 2021

TODAY AT ST. MARY’S

10.30 A.M. Morning Prayer with Hymns and Sermon.
Claude Schroeder preaching.

GODLY PLAY for children 3-6 years via Zoom. Today’s story is ‘Lent-The Upper Room / Jesus the King’ Matthew 26:26-28; John 12:12-13.

FAITHQUEST (for children 7-13 via zoom).

PARISH LIFE NOTES

GLORY TO GOD, and CONGRATULATIONS AND BLESSINGS to Andrew and Starr on the birth of their daughter, Astrid Joy, on Thursday, March 18th. May God grant her many years!

BAPTISM AND CONFIRMATION SERVICE with Bishop Rob will take place on Holy Saturday at 7:00 p.m. Please remember Derek in your prayers this week, as he unites Himself to Jesus, and is received into the Communion of the Church.  If you wish to attend this service, please speak to the Rector.  

*LIVE* AUDIO STREAMING of today’s service will attempted today!  To access the live audio, use the special player on the Morning Prayer service page during the service.

 *IN PERSON* SUNDAY WORSHIP . Please register ahead of time if you desire to attend the Sunday service at St. Mary’s, and observe public health protocols. AUDIO RECORDING of the service, and sermon will also be posted on the parish web-site following today’s service.

PALM CROSSES for all parishioners and their families will be available for pick up at the 15th Avenue entrance following the service today!

GOOD FRIDAY WAY OF THE CROSS FOR FAMILIES. Upon arriving at St. Mary’s families will be given materials for the prayer walk and a map at the Lych Gate, and will receive a blessing upon their return!  

SCHEDULE OF READINGS AND PSALMS FOR HOLY WEEK.

Morning Prayer

Monday	Hosea 13: 1-14	John 14: 1-14	Psalm 94
Tuesday	Isaiah 42: 1-9	John 15: 1-16	Psalm 71
Wednesday	Numbers 21: 4-9	John 16: 1-15	Psalm 109
Thursday	Lamentations 1:1-14	John 17	Psalms 40, 41
Friday	Genesis 22: 1-18	John 18: 1-32	Psalm 22
Saturday	Zechariah 9: 9-12	1 Peter 2: 11-end	Psalms 16, 30

Evening Prayer

Monday	Hosea 14	John 14:15-end	Psalm 69
Tuesday	Wisdom 2.1, 12-end	John 15: 17-end	Psalm 79
Wednesday	Leviticus 16: 2-24	John 16: 16-end	Psalms 120,140
Thursday	Lamentations 3: 1-33	John 13: 1-35	Psalms 116, 117
Friday	Isaiah 50: 4-10	John 19: 38-end	Psalm 88
Saturday	Job 19: 21-27	John 2: 13-22	Psalm 27

WORSHIP SCHEDULE FOR HOLY WEEK

Monday	8:30 AM Morning Prayer 5:30 PM Evening Prayer
Tuesday	8:30 AM Morning Prayer 5:30 PM Evening Prayer
Wednesday	8:30 AM Morning Prayer 5:30 PM Evening Prayer
Maundy Thursday	8:30 AM Morning Prayer 5:30 PM Holy Communion
Good Friday	10:00 AM Way of the Cross for Children and Families 12:00 PM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Holy Saturday	7:00 PM Evening Prayer with Holy Baptism and Confirmation
Easter Sunday	10:30 AM Holy Communion 3:00 PM Light and Peace Easter Service for Families

The Fifth Sunday in Lent – March 21, 2021

Today at St. Mary’s

10.30 A.M. Morning Prayer With Hymns And Sermon. Beth preaching.

GODLY PLAY for children 3-6 years via zoom. Today’s story is ‘Lent-The Torn Curtain’ Matthew 27:50-51. 

FAITHQUEST (for children 7-13 via zoom). Finish the Road to Emmaus rotation with King’s Theatre/Pray per View. Memory Verse/Key Verse: “Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him, and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, ‘Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?’” (Luke 24: 31-32 NRSV) Leader: Heidi/Anya

1.00 P.M. “BENEDICITE” PRAYER WALK begins at the Lych Gate at St. Mary’s. All are welcome! “All ye works of the Lord, bless ye the Lord. Praise Him and magnify Him for ever!”

Parish Life Notes

“IN PERSON” SUNDAY WORSHIP . Please register ahead of time if you desire to attend the Sunday service at St. Mary’s, and observe public health protocols. AUDIO RECORDING of today’s service and sermon will be posted to the parish website following worship today.

MID WEEK SERVICES. You are warmly invited to join in the daily services of Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m. and Evening Prayer at 5.30 p.m. starting Monday, March 15. There will also be services of Holy Communion on Tuesday, following a shortened Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m., Wednesday at 12.15 p.m., and Thursday, following shortened Evening Prayer at 5.30 p.m. In the wake of the isolation and upheaval of these past months, these quiet, meditative services offer us the opportunity to gather with small group of fellow parishioners to refocus our attention in anticipation of Easter, be refreshed, and find healing for bruised and battered hearts. Pre-registration will not be required.

‘RISEN WITH CHRIST’ A PALM SATURDAY VIRTUAL CELEBRATION on Saturday, March 27 at 12:45 PM. To join in, here is the Zoom link.

MEND WITH CARE. Any clothing in need of repair? We are a small group of menders offering to do some basic or creative mending for all your worn wear! All proceeds will go directly to the Refugee Fund. We welcome ripped seams, unraveled knitwear, holes to patch, wool to darn, loose or missing buttons. Please contact Clara at mendwithcare@gmail.com

HAND-DIPPED BEESWAX CANDLES from St. Mary’s may be purchased for $5.00 a pair by contacting Yvonne in the parish office. Phone: 306 522-6052, email: stmarysanglican@sasktel.net Parishioners can pick up their candles from the newly installed mailbox at the Montague St. entrance, and leave a cheque in the proper amount. Proceeds to Refugee Fund. 

FASTING FOR FEEDING. Join us today (Sunday) at 4.30 p.m. for our third and final  zoom meeting from the kitchen of Nat and Mary as we cook Vegetable Biryani. See attached recipe. To join in, here is the Zoom link.

ST. MARY’S VESTRY meets  this Tuesday at 7:00 p.m.

CHILDREN’S LENTEN ALMS. For our Children’s Lenten Alms Family Ministries has chosen City Kidz. We will be collecting alms for City Kidz, an organization that exists to help children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and personal relationships.

Worship This Week

Monday to Friday

• 8.30 a.m. Morning Prayer
• 5.30 p.m. Evening Prayer

Tuesday

• 8.30 a.m. Holy Communion (following shortened Morning Prayer)

Wednesday

• 12.15 p.m. Holy Communion

Thursday

• 5.30 p.m. Holy Communion (following shortened Evening Prayer)

(Modified 2021-03-16: Modified registration form for new dates.)

Bishop Rob has granted permission to churches in the Diocese to open their doors once again, and resume worship services in the church building. If you would like to join us Sundays for Morning Prayer with hymns and sermon, please register on line using the form below. Alternatively, you may call the church office and leave a message.  Attendance will be limited to 30 people, following the accustomed public health orders.  

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The Fourth Sunday in Lent

March 14, 2021

Today At St. Mary’s

10.30 A.M. Morning Prayer With Hymns And Sermon Claude Schroeder preaching.

GODLY PLAY for children 3-6 years via zoom. Today’s story is ‘Lent-Crown of Thorns’ Matthew 27:27-31.

CHILDREN’S LENTEN ALMS. For our Children’s Lenten Alms Family Ministries has chosen City Kidz. We will be collecting alms for City Kidz, an organization that exists to help children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and personal relationships.

FAITHQUEST (for children 7-13 via zoom). Continue the Road to Emmaus rotation with Divine Diversions. Memory Verse/Key Verse: Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him, and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?” (Luke 24: 31-32 NRSV) Leader: Len, Anya

1.00 P.M. “BENEDICITE” PRAYER WALK begins at the Lych Gate at St. Mary’s. All are welcome! “All ye works of the Lord, bless ye the Lord. Praise Him and magnify Him for ever!”

WORSHIP THIS WEEK

Monday to Friday

• 8.30 a.m. Morning Prayer
• 5.30 p.m. Evening Prayer

Tuesday

• 8.30 a.m. Holy Communion (following shortened Morning Prayer)

Wednesday

• 12.15 p.m. Holy Communion

Thursday

• 5.30 p.m. Holy Communion (following shortened Evening Prayer)

Parish Life Notes

“IN PERSON” SUNDAY WORSHIP resumes today. You are asked to please register ahead of time, and observe public health protocols. AUDIO RECORDING of today’s service and sermon will be posted to the parish website following worship today.

MID WEEK SERVICES. You are warmly invited to join in the daily services of Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m. and Evening Prayer at 5.30 p.m. starting Monday, March 15. There will also be services of Holy Communion on Tuesday, following a shortened Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m., Wednesday at 12.15 p.m., and Thursday, following shortened Evening Prayer at 5.30 p.m. In the wake of the isolation and upheaval of these past months, these quiet, meditative services offer us the opportunity to gather with small group of fellow parishioners to refocus our attention in anticipation of Easter, be refreshed, and find healing for bruised and battered hearts. Pre-registration will not be required.

‘RISEN WITH CHRIST’ A PALM SATURDAY VIRTUAL CELEBRATION on Saturday, March 27. Watch St. Mary’s Facebook page for details. 

MEND WITH CARE. Any clothing in need of repair? We are a small group of menders offering to do some basic or creative mending for all your worn wear! All proceeds will go directly to the Refugee Fund. We welcome ripped seams, unraveled knitwear, holes to patch, wool to darn, loose or missing buttons. Please contact Clara at mendwithcare@gmail.com

HAND-DIPPED BEESWAX CANDLES from St. Mary’s may be purchased for $5.00 a pair by contacting Yvonne in the parish office. Phone: 306 522-6052, email: stmarysanglican@sasktel.net Parishioners can pick up their candles from the newly installed mailbox at the Montague St. entrance, and leave a cheque in the proper amount. Proceeds to Refugee Fund. 

FASTING FOR FEEDING. Join us next Sunday at 4.30 on zoom from the kitchen of Nat and Mary as we cook a Vegetable Biryani. See attached recipe for ingredients. Zoom link will be made available next week.

THE THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT – March 7, 2021

GLORY BE TO JESUS CHRIST! GLORY BE TO HIM FOREVER!

TODAY AT ST. MARY’S

10.30  A.M. MORNING PRAYER WITH HYMNS AND SERMON. Nathaniel preaching.

GODLY PLAY  for children 3-6 years via zoom. Today’s story is ‘Lent-Crown of Thorns’ Matthew 27:27-31. 

CHILDREN’S LENTEN ALMS. For our Children’s Lenten Alms Family Ministries has chosen City Kidz. We will be collecting alms for City Kidz, an organization that exists to help children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and personal relationships.

FAITHQUEST (for children 7-13 via zoom). continue the Road to Emmaus rotation with Let there be Art .

Memory Verse/Key Verse: Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him, and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?” (Luke 24: 31-32 NRSV) Leader: Clara/Emma/Myka

1.00 P.M. “BENEDICITE” PRAYER WALK begins at the Lych Gate at St.Mary’s. All are welcome! “All ye works of the Lord, bless ye the Lord. Praise Him and magnify Him for ever!”

4.30 P.M. FASTING FOR FEEDING OUTREACH via zoom. Today’s host, Clara will lead us in making Miso Soup and Stir Fried Noodles!  To Join Zoom Meeting, go to : https://uregina-ca.zoom.us/j/94992926361?pwd=a2MrMi85UEhYSEV0ajhSVU9pL2ppZz09 

PARISH LIFE NOTES

RESUMPTION OF ” IN-PERSON” WORSHIP. Bishop Rob has granted permission to churches in the Diocese to open their doors once again, and resume worship services in the church building. If you would like to join us next at 10.30 a.m. for Morning Prayer with hymns and sermon, please register on line. Alternatively, you may call the church office and leave a message.  Attendance will be limited to 30 people, following the accustomed public health orders.  

MID WEEK SERVICES. As Passiontide, Holy Week and Easter draws near, you are warmly invited to join in the daily services of Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m. and Evening Prayer at 5.30 p.m. starting Monday, March 15. There will also be services of Holy Communion on Tuesday, following a shortened Morning Prayer at 8.30 a.m., Wednesday at 12.15 p.m., and Thursday, following shortened Evening Prayer at 5.30 p.m.  In the wake of the isolation and upheaval of these past months, these quiet, meditative services offer us the opportunity to gather with small group of fellow parishioners to refocus our attention in anticipation of Easter, be refreshed, and find healing for bruised and battered hearts. Pre-registration will not be required.      

‘RISEN WITH CHRIST’ A PALM SATURDAY VIRTUAL CELEBRATION on Saturday March 27. Details to follow.

MEND WITH CARE. Any clothing in need of repair? We are a small group of menders offering to do some basic and or creative mending for all your worn wear! All proceeds will go directly to the Refugee Fund. We welcome ripped seams, unraveled knitwear, holes to patch, wool to darn, loose or missing buttons.  For your convenience, we can arrange a drop off or pick up, please contact Clara or send email to mendwithcare@gmail.com

HAND-DIPPED BEESWAX CANDLES from St. Mary’s may be purchased for $5.00 a pair by contacting Yvonne in the parish office. Parishioners can pick up their candles from the newly installed mailbox at the Montague St. entrance, and leave a cheque in the proper amount. Proceeds to St. Mary’s Refugee Fund. 

ST. CUTHBERT’S REGIONAL PRAYER GATHERING – next month’s gathering is Monday, March 8 at 6:30 pm by Zoom. Newcomers are welcome. For the Zoom link, please contact Kate.

The Second Sunday In Lent

February 28, 2021

GLORY BE TO JESUS CHRIST! GLORY BE TO HIM FOREVER!

Today At St. Mary’s

10.30  A.M. MORNING PRAYER WITH HYMNS AND SERMON..

GODLY PLAY for children 3-6 years via zoom. Today’s story is ‘Lent-Peter and the Rooster’ Matthew 26:69 – 75. 

CHILDREN’S LENTEN ALMS. For our Children’s Lenten Alms Family Ministries has chosen City Kidz. We will be collecting alms for City Kidz, an organization that exists to help children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and personal relationships.

FAITHQUEST (for children 7-13 via zoom). Start Road to Emmaus rotation doing a Scavenger Hunt. Memory Verse/Key Verse: Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him, and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us?” (Luke 24: 31-32 NRSV) Leader: Kate

Parish Life Notes

“BENEDICITE” PRAYER WALK meets again this afternoon at 1.00 p.m. at the Lych Gate at St.Mary’s. All are welcome! All ye works of the Lord, bless ye the Lord. Praise Him and magnify Him for ever!

FASTING FOR FEEDING LENTEN OUTREACH. Join us next Sunday, March 7  at 4:30 p.m.  on “ zoom” from the kitchen of Clara and family as they lead us in preparing Miso Soup and Stir Fried Noodles to enjoy and share with others. ( see attached recipe for ingredients) Clara invites and encouragers St. Mary’s parishioners in Lent to prepare meals to share with members of our Saturday morning Community Kitchen who have been unable to meet during the lockdown. (See photo below.)

Please contact Clara who will link you up. 

PLEDGE FORMS FOR 2021. The churchwardens ask that parishioners fill out and return paper pledge form that was mailed out, or fill out the pledge form on the parish web-site. Financial commitment is not only part and parcel of our out discipleship of Jesus Christ as expressed in our Rule of Life (BCP, p. 555), but is vital for the health, and well being for our parish, and assists the Vestry in stewarding our parishes finances. 

THE FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT.

February 21, 2021

TODAY AT ST. MARY’S

10.30  A.M. MORNING PRAYER WITH HYMNS AND SERMON. Beth  preaching.

• GODLY PLAY for children 3-6 years via zoom. Today’s story is ‘Lent-Thirty Pieces Of Silver’ Matthew 26:14 – 27:5.

• FAITHQUEST (for children 7-13 via zoom). Today we continue with the story of Jacob and Esau with a Divine Diversions workshop  – led by Len.

1.00 P.M. “BENEDICITE” WALKING GROUP meets this afternoon under the Lych Gate at ST. Mary’s  for a guided prayer walk . “O ye ice and snow bless ye the Lord, Praise Him and Magnify Him for ever!”

4.30 P.M. FASTING FOR FEEDING. Today we will be joining together on zoom to cook Sweet Potato. and Chick Pea Stew. Please see attached recipe for ingredient list. To join in, please go to: this link . 

PARISH LIFE NOTES

ST. MARY’S ANNUAL MEETING was held last Sunday afternoon via video conference with 40 parishioners in attendance. We received the 2020 Annual Reports and Financial Statements, and approved the budget of $224,996 for the coming year. Beth was the Rector’s appointment for Churchwarden, and Mary was the elected Churchwarden. Returning to serve on the Vestry this year are: Katherine, Bob, Nathaniel, Alanna, Tom. New members of Vestry are: Andrew and Ben. Special thanks to Dave for chairing the meeting, and to Janice, who retired from serving as churchwarden.

PLEDGE FORMS FOR 2021. The churchwardens ask that parishioners fill out and return paper pledge form that was mailed out, or fill out the pledge form on the parish web-site. Financial commitment is not only part and parcel of our out discipleship of Jesus Christ as expressed in our Rule of Life (BCP, p. 555), but is vital for the health, and well being for our parish, and assists the Vestry in stewarding our parishes finances. 

BUILDING UPGRADE. This week saw the installation of a new sound system for St. Mary’s with enhanced audio recording capability and the installation of new lighting in the lounge/ meeting room. Our thanks to Terry for overseeing this work.

BIBLE STUDY ON THE LETTER TO THE HEBREWS with Henry meets on zoom this Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.  Please contact Henry for advance readings and zoom link.

ASH WEDNESDAY
February 17, 2021

TODAY AT ST. MARY’S

7.00 P.M. Penitential Service with Hymn and Sermon. Claude Schroeder preaching.

KEEPING A HOLY LENT

BAPTISM IN THE ARTS  STUDY GROUP

with Beth meets this Saturday at 7:00 p.m. This group is going to look at how baptism has been portrayed in the arts as a way of understanding the role our baptism plays in our lives and in our culture writ large.  We will be looking at visual arts, poetry, literature, film, and music. Reading for our first session are below:

FASTING FOR FEEDING

Next Sunday afternoon at 4.30 p.m. will be our first on-line Fasting for Feeding Community Kitchen, where will be cooking Sweet Potato Chick Pea Stew! Please see attached recipe for ingredient list. To join in, please go to: this link . 

“BENEDICTE” WALKING GROUP

will meet this Sunday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. under the Lych Gate at St. Mary’s “O ye ice and snow bless ye the Lord, Praise Him and Magnify Him for ever!”

BIBLE STUDY ON THE LETTER TO THE HEBREWS

with Henry begins next Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The Letter to the Hebrews is a wonderful explanation as to how the ancient Israelite sacrificial liturgy is superceded by the one that is introduced to us via the life, ministry and death of Jesus Christ. Please contact Henry for advance readings and zoom link.

THE LAST SUNDAY AFTER THE EPIPHANY
February 14, 2021

GLORY BE TO JESUS CHRIST! GLORY BE TO HIM FOREVER!

TODAY AT ST. MARY’S

10.30  A.M. MORNING PRAYER WITH HYMNS AND SERMON. Claude Schroeder preaching.

Godly Play for children 3-6 years via Zoom. Today’s story the Parable of ‘The Great Banquet’ Luke 14:15-24.

Children’s Lenten Alms. For our Children’s Lenten Alms Family Ministries has chosen City Kidz. We will be collecting alms for City Kidz, an organization that exists to help children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and personal relationships.

3:00 P.M. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING via Zoom (see below).

PARISH LIFE NOTES

ANNUAL MEETING takes place today at 3:00 p.m. on Zoom. The purpose of this meeting is to receive ministry reports from 2020, review 2020 financial statements, receive proposed budget, and elect parish officers for 2021. Members of the congregation who have been baptized and attained the age of 18 years and regularly attend services at St. Mary’s are encouraged to attend and entitled to a vote on motions. To access the meeting, please go to:: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82611913486?pwd=YzVleGpXMGZ0NjZ1dGtIdE9XREhDQT09

KEEPING A HOLY LENT. Packages containing a pastoral letter from the Rector, prayer and study materials and information on Lenten offerings have been mailed out and hand delivered this week end. 

ASH WEDNESDAY devotions for the Home Church will be sent out this Tuesday, along with Zoom links and materials for small group studies.

FASTING FOR FEEDING. Next Sunday afternoon at 4.30 p.m. will be our first on- line Fasting for Feeding Community Kitchen, where will be cooking Sweet Potato Chick Pea Stew! Please see attached recipe for ingredient list.

PLEDGE FORMS FOR 2021. The churchwardens ask that parishioners fill out and return paper pledge form that was mailed out, or fill out the pledge form on the parish web-site. Financial commitment is not only part and parcel of our out discipleship of Jesus Christ as expressed in our Rule of Life (BCP, p. 555), but is vital for the health, and well being for our parish, and assists the Vestry in stewarding our parishes finances. 

THE PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY began in the early 1990’s in the USA and is now practiced beyond North America.  This ministry began in 2008 in the parish family of St. Mary’s Anglican in Regina.  Prayer shawls, knitted or crocheted, throw-size or scarf-size, are made by a group of knitters on a regular basis, as a way to provide tangible evidence of the loving, prayerful support of the congregation for someone in need.  Someone may be blessed with a prayer shawl when they are college-bound and leaving St. Mary’s, are in a crisis, facing surgery, critically ill or dying. They may also receive one when they are expecting a baby, recently bereaved or in a seniors’ residence.  The repetitive nature of knitting allows the knitter to meditate and pray with every stitch – every inch of the yarn passes through their fingers, knowing that it will eventually embrace another. Crafters choose soft yarn in order to provide comfort to the recipient and their work is blessed at a worship service before it is presented.

If you would like to be one of our knitters or wish to gift a prayer shawl, please contact Norma or Kate.