Leonardo da Vinci said, “I have been impressed with the urgency of doing. Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do.” This comes to mind today as I reflect upon events of this... Continue Reading →
St. Mark’s by-the-Lake is a truly remarkable parish. Today we launched “Raising the Roof: Draw the Circle Wide” – our campaign towards our future growth and expansion. Our Goal for parishioner pledges and contributions is $400 000. Are you ready... Continue Reading →
The Feast of the Birth of St. John the Baptist is a big day at St. Mark’s by-the- Lake this year. Tomorrow June 24, we will share together in our annual parish picnic – but what is even more exciting... Continue Reading →
Just as in earthly life lovers long for the moment when they are able to breathe forth their love for each other, to let their souls blend in a soft whisper, so the mystic longs for the moment when in... Continue Reading →
Each year our parish takes part in a project that assists the people of Haiti. Through St. Greg’s we are pleased to offer Gerbera Daisies – Beautiful plants – and all proceeds of the sale go directly to assist project... Continue Reading →
“My dear doctor, I’m surprised to hear you say that I am coughing very badly, because I have been practicing all night.” John Philpot Curran In the middle of last week I developed a cold and thought it might go... Continue Reading →
When Catherinanne and I moved to Tecumseh in the fall of 1998, one of the first families we got to know was the Marcottes – Donna and Jerry and there 4 kids, Meagan, Adam and the twins Erin and Emily.... Continue Reading →
I have had several conversations over these past couple of weeks centered on the idea of leadership/power, especially as it relates to the church. Interesting conversations indeed, that have opened many paths in my mind that all lead to the... Continue Reading →
My colleague and Nephew The Reverend John Hounsell-Drover has a blog entitled “Thoughts in Progress.” I like that title and I like his blog! John is Priest and Rector at St. Mary’s Church is Corner Brook. Among the storehouse of... Continue Reading →
