Author Archives: Rev. Wendy Mencel

Stjohnsarva.ca user accounts now available!!!

Thanks to our web administrator, Ryan, we now have web accounts available. What does that mean for you? Access to photos and submissions otherwise not publically Read more…

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Wanted! Children’s church school co-ordinator

We are looking to hire a child and family program coordinator for the Church of St. John the Divine. Please send your resume and cover letter to Rev. Wendy Mencel. Continue reading

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Returning from Taizé

From the Rector’s desk: peace, forgiveness, and the youth group pilgrimage to Taizé, France. Continue reading

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Much to learn from Holy Week

After death comes new life–rebirth if you will. All is not lost because God is a God of compassion, humility, and unconditional love. Continue reading

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The journey to new life in Christ

Before Easter celebrations of new life in Christ, Lent offers personal reflection upon that which keeps us from being the person God wants us to be. Continue reading

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Advent remains thoroughly Christian

Hope that you will use this Advent season as a time to exercise patience–a time to pause and reflect on our lives and our faith. Continue reading

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