Weekly Announcements
Aug 16 to Aug 22, 2026
JOHN’S BY-THE-LAKE AND ST. ANNE’S
Sun., Aug 16 Pentecost 12 – Morning Prayer
Readings: Isaiah 56:1, 6-8; Psalm 133; Matthew 15:10-20, 21-28
St. Anne’s – 1st Reading – Doris Peterson; Gospel and Prayers – Judy Scholz
St. John’s – 1st Reading – Gladys Gibbons; Gospel – David Clarke
Prayers – Rae Jenkins; Communion – N/A
Sun., Aug 23 Pentecost 13
Readings: Isaiah 51:1-6; Psalm 138; Matthew 16:13-20
St. Anne’s – 1st Reading – Laurie Gibbs; Gospel and Prayers – Fran McCordic
St. John’s – 1st Reading – Ron Bonham; Gospel – Elizabeth Stanley
Prayers – Jennifer Silverthorne; Communion – Rae Jenkins
St. John’s
Flower Donation Cards
New Flower Donation cards have been made. If you would like to have the flowers, on the altar, dedicated in honour of an occasion, or in memory of someone, please fill out the card, place it in an envelope, which is also provided, along with the donation, and place on the offertory plate at a Sunday service. We appreciate your participation!
If you any questions, please contact Jennifer Silverthorne.
Alongside Hope (formerly the Primate's World Relief and Development Fund (PWRDF)
Alongside Hope is the Anglican Church of Canada’s agency for sustainable development and relief. Since 1958, they have worked hand-in-hand with trusted partners in Canada and around the world, on a journey of positive change. Together, they are improving health, food security and livelihoods where needs are greatest.
Alongside Hope receives donations from people across Canada. If you are interested in learning more and/or donating, information material, can be found on the table, by the Outreach Bulletin Board in the St. John’s parish hall.
Huron Church Enews Weekly
An article featuring our July 11, 2026 BBQ with the Bluewater Lambton Ukelele Ensemble, will be showcased in their August newsletter. Here is a proof of the article.
Cheques Received for Deposit
FYI - Our banker has advised that all cheques received for deposit, to our account at TD Bank, should be payable to "St. John's by the Lake Anglican Church".
The Anglican Journal and Huron Church News
We have paper copies of the Anglican Journal and the Huron Church Newsposted on the board, in the parish hall at St. John’s. If you are interested in receiving a paper copy delivered to your home, please call 1-866-924-9192, Ext 245. These publications are published from September to June.
Rev. Jim writes a monthly article for the Huron Church News, which we now have posted on our website. Here is the link, for easy access.
https://www.stjohnsgrandbend.ca/blog
Each week the people of St. John’s by-the-Lake recognize one of its Christian family. Today, in our prayers, we hold before God Mary Lloyd, and those they love. May the love and protection of our Lord Jesus Christ be with them today and always.
St. John’s: Rev. Jim, Catherine Taylor and Warren Hayden, Mary Lloyd, Carole Mathers, Dot and Lloyd Kemp, Denis Shackel, Janet.
St. Anne’s: Prayer Requests: We offer prayers for Rev. Jim and family, Dalt, Ellen and Laurie, Eva and family, Hadley, Beverely, Raquel Murray, Nick.
In our intercessions we pray for God’s blessing and wisdom on: Todd, Bishop of Huron, Shane, our Primate, Anne, our Metropolitan, Christopher, National Indigenous Archbishop, and Marinez, Bishop of Amazonia.
Diocesan Chain of Prayer – Huron/ Perth Deanery
Please note that both St. Anne’s and St. John’s are acknowledged in the Diocesan Chain of Prayer this week. See below.
Diocesan Chain of Prayer – Huron/ Perth Deanery
Churches: St. John’s-by-the-Lake, Grand Bend • St. Anne’s Worshipping Community, Port Franks St. Paul’s Palmerston Regional Ministry of Hope - Trinity, Blyth, St. Paul’s-Trinity, Wingham Parish of the Holy Spirit, Seaforth
Clergy: The Rev Jim Innes The Rev Kevin Cull The Rev Keith Nethery
Retired Clergy: The Rev Michelle Collins-Wongkee The Rev Canon Dr. Timothy Connor The Rev William Craven The Rt. Rev Dr. Terry Dance
Clergy on Leave: The Rev Mona Goulette The Ven. Dr. William Harrison
Contact The Church
Phone: 519-238-2489
Email: st.johnsgrandbend@hay.net
70642 Bluewater Highway, Grand Bend, ON N0M1T0
For Pastoral Care or Home Visits, Contact the Rev. Jim Innes, jiminnes@diohuron.org 519-280-7795
Rector’s Warden, Dawna King dawnaatStJohns@gmail.com 519-238-5155
Peoples’ Warden, David Clarke dclarke@hay.net 519-871-2268
Deputy Rector’s Warden, Peter Timmins ptimmins@uwo.ca 519-238-5719
Deputy Peoples’ Warden, Laurie Gibbs la.ha.gibbs@gmail.com 519-243-2755
Ways to Give – Pre Authorized Givings. If you wish to use the Pre Authorized Givings method, please contact the office or our Treasurer for the appropriate form. There are 2 options – credit card or bank debit. Credit card transactions are recorded on the 15th of each month, whereas bank withdrawals are recorded on the 10th or 25th of each month (or split between these two dates, if you prefer).
Donate by e-transfer at donationssjbl@hay.net.
Please contact the office if you would like a set offering envelopes.
Website: stjohnsgrandbend.ca
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Bishop’s Messages https://diohuron.org/our-bishop/latest-from-our-bishop
Huron Church News https://diohuron.org/news
News from General Synod https://mailchi.mp/national/update-for-nov-13-4187878?e=1fb967d72a
Cindy Mooney
Administrative Assistant