Sunday, November 2 at 6 PM

A new development at St Laurence offers a quiet, reflective service (not Eucharistic) for anyone wishing to remember loved ones who have died. All are invited to bring photos or tokens of loved ones to place on the altar, and there will be an opportunity beforehand to add names for the prayers.

Someone will be available for prayer if desired. It doesn't matter how long ago your loved one died; this service provides a sacred space to remember, give thanks, and find peace. Everyone is welcome.

Community Connections Welcome Lunch - Today

Following the 10:30 service, there will be a lunch in the Front Entrance, for anyone who is newer to St. Laurence, or who has never attended a welcome lunch.
If you didn’t sign up ahead of time, but would like to attend, please join us. We’d love to have you.

Jr Youth Sunday - Today

Our next Jr. youth class, for kids 6-9th grade, is happening today during the 10:30 service.

Wednesday Morning Prayer

Every Wednesday at 9am. This service is Morning Prayer, Bible Study and Eucharist all rolled into one. A great way to begin your day! 

ignYte Youth Group

Wed., Oct. 29 Pumpkin Carving @ St. L
Sun, Nov. 2 All Saints @ St. L

All Saints Celebrations – 9 AM & 10:30 AM

We will give thanks for the saints who inspire our faith and for those whose lives have shown God’s lovet among us. The 10:30 AM service will also include a baptism and be intergenerational – a joyful celebration for all ages.

Daylight Savings Ends 

Clocks go back one hour on November 2nd (2:00 AM)

A Celebration of Life for Derek Walmsley will take place Tuesday, October 28 at 1 PM in the Church Sanctuary.

Thanksgiving Appeal – Double Your Gift!
Our Solar Suitcases project with Alongside Hope is raising funds to bring life-saving light to mothers and newborns in rural clinics.
All donations received by October 31 will be matched $1-for-$1 – double your impact today!

You can give now using the special envelopes provided, or electronically to office@saintlaurence.ca (please note “Solar Suitcases” in the memo).
Gifts may also be made via QR code, tap, cash, or cheque.
Every gift makes a difference – thank you!

The Quality Fair
Saturday, November 22, 10:00 - 3:00

The Quality Fair has been a very successful fundraiser and community event over the years. There are many ways to be involved:

VOLUNTEER
We have lots of tasks big and small in the days leading up to the fair and on the day. If you have a little time or a lot,
we have a task for you.

FAIR SETUP
We will need several volunteers on Sunday, Nov 16th 5:30-7:00 to arrange tables in the hall for the fair.

BAKE TABLE
The bake table is always popular. We need pies, cookies, breads, muffins, whatever is your specialty. We also are looking for jams, jellies, pickles (prepared 2025).

COLLECTIBLES
Donations will be accepted on the following Sundays: Nov 2nd, Nov 9th and Nov 16th
What is a collectible? Please see the list below.

QUALITY FAIR CAFE
We are looking for a volunteer to coordinate the kitchen on Nov 22nd. The food is provided.
We will be selling soup, hot dogs, cookies, coffee, tea and pop.

Questions - please contact the church office

In recent weeks, the Anglican Communion has been shaken by two major developments - the end of Living in Love and Faith in the Church of England and the announcement by GAFCON leaders of a rival Anglican network. For many, these events stir grief and questions about who we are and who we include.

This Sunday’s Gospel (Luke 18:9–14) - the Pharisee and the tax collector - offers a piercing lens for reflection. As we consider who claims to speak for “true” Anglicanism and who bears the cost of exclusion, Jesus’ parable reminds us that God’s mercy and justice often turn our expectations upside down.

Here at St Laurence, our calling remains steady: to be visible as a community where all are welcomed, affirmed, and able to serve.

Read Philip’s full pastoral reflection on our website:

If you ordered a church calendar, please contact Curt in the office to make arrangements to pick yours up.