St. John's Anglican Church Truro, NS

06/09/2026

06/06/2026

10:00 Holy Eucharist (BAS) Licensed Lay Minister: Leona Hunt

Processional Hymn: Come, Thou Almighty King
Gathering of the Community
Gloria (sung CP 365)

Collect: O God, our breath and our hope: visit your people and raise your church to new life, so that we may join with all generations in voicing our wonder and praise; through Jesus Christ our Redeemer, who with you and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns, one God, now and forever. Amen

The Proclamation of the Word:
Genesis 12: 1-9 (Jeff Hunt)​​
Psalm 33: 1-12
Romans 4: 13-25 (Myrtis Guy)
Gradual Hymn – Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service (CP 585)
Gospel: Matthew 9: 19-13, 18-26 (Leona Hunt)

Homily – Leah Marshall
Nicene Creed
The Prayers of the People
Confession and Absolution
The Peace

Offering Hymn – Take My Life and Let it Be (CP 435)

Prayer over the Gifts: Merciful God and Father, in Adam’s fall we were born to death; in the new Adam we are reborn to life. In all we offer you this day may we share a taste of your eternal kingdom. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen

Eucharistic Prayer #2
The Lord’s Prayer
Breaking of Bread #4
Lamb of God
The Communion
Communion Hymn – I Come with Joy (CP 60)
Ablution Hymn – Jesus, Remember Me (CP 634)​

Prayer after Communion: O God, we have shared in the mysteries of the body and blood of Christ. Nourish us by this feast, that we may live the risen life and serve you faithfully in the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen

Doxology
The Blessing
Closing Hymn – Will You Come and Follow Me? (CP 430)
Dismissal
Music – May the Lord
Postlude

Greeters: Judy & Harry MacKenzie

Counters: Robin Phillips & Bill Wesley

Chancel Guild: Leona Hunt, Faye Kennedy, Laura Wheeler

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tuesday, June 9th – 7:00 p.m. Property Committee

Wednesday, June 10th – 1:00 p.m. Finance Committee
6:30 p.m. Choir

Friday, June 12th – 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Spiritual Café

Next Sunday, June 14th – 3rd Sunday after Pentecost
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist (BAS)

Today we welcome Leah Marshall from our Diocesan Office to our worship. Leah will speak about Alongside Hope during our sermon time this morning. Happy to have you with us, Leah!

Communion: We offer two options for the receiving of communion wine: the common cup and a second cup from which a medicine dropper is used to place wine upon the host. You are invited to cross to the chalice of your choice after receiving the host. Dropper cup on the piano side/Drinking cup on the organ side. Note: Dipping of the wafer (intinction) is not permitted in the common cup.

Coffee Hour dates: June 7th and 21st.

Spiritual Café date: June 12th.

ASK ME! You may have noticed some of our members wearing bright yellow and red “ASK ME” buttons. If you are new to St. John’s (or even not so new!) and have questions – please speak to anyone wearing a button. If they don’t have an answer for you, they’ll find one!

WELCOME WEDNESDAYS: Good morning, all! Leona Hunt here. I spoke to you on May 24th about a summer ministry project called Welcome Wednesdays which came about through my year with the Connectors 7 which I finished up in April. The dream is that we open the doors, quite literally, and welcome in our neighbours, the community and visitors to Truro to tell the world that everyone is welcome to worship in this house of the Lord, regardless of religious affiliation or if you have never had an affiliation. Let’s sow some seeds! BUT I NEED YOU to walk alongside me to make this summer ministry happen. To that end, please consider filling out the sign up form included in this week’s bulletin and place it in the wicker basket at the back of the church (there are pens available beside the basket). Offer up your gift of time on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 2:00 and please bring along any other gifts you might have to make this a fun and interesting time for all. I will need 2 volunteers each Wednesday. AND remember to consider your faith stories that we might get to know each other in a different way as we share. There will be a morning prayer service at 11:00 from different prayer books. Thank you in advance and God bless!
We are exploring the possibility of holding an adult Confirmation Class this fall. Any who are interested in seeking Confirmation are asked to speak to Rev. Lori.

Our parish Fall Retreat date has been set! Please mark Saturday, September 26th in your calendars for a day away together at the Seek Wilderness facility at the top of Young St. All are welcome to join in this time of prayer, reflection, sharing and enjoying God’s good creation!

Our Water of Life Walk-a-Thon last Saturday raised $4,400! This is sufficient to dig one well!!! We will have a report on the total amount raised by the project here at St. John’s and through our community partners for this year in the coming weeks. Thank you to all who contributed!

Our book study on Practicing the Way: Be With Jesus, Become Like Him, Do as He Did by John Mark Comer is wrapping up on June 14th. If you didn’t get the opportunity to attend our book study but are interested in knowing more about it, you can listen to the Practicing the Way with John Mark Comer Podcast on:
Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/practicing-the-way/id1729195085,
Youtube
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=practicing+the+way+podcast
Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7dHIByUQ588Li9pUtv0TDn

Truro Pride Parade 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, June 27 at 1:30 p.m. (Please note the time change for this year!) If you are planning to walk with us in the parade, please speak to Rev. Lori as soon as possible. The parade is always a joyful experience and an important way that we as the church can show solidarity with our LQBTQ+ brothers and sisters.



Our May drive for feminine hygiene products has now ended and the items collected have been delivered to Lotus Centre and Third Place Transition House. Thank you for your support.

Praying for Peace: During the Second World War, a group of people stopped whatever they were doing for a specific time every night to pray for peace and safety for everyone. They did this every day, and it was as if the whole city paused – such was the power of prayer. The result was so overwhelming that the bombing stopped shortly afterward! Now once again some people are organizing. A group of people around the world has agreed to spend one minute praying for the safety of our countries, for the end of the problems that oppress us, and for God to guide the decisions of our leaders. The time chosen for Canada to pray is 12:00 noon. Please pause in your busy day to pray for peace at that time.

Your Spiritual Development Committee is seeking creative entries to a logo contest. We’re working on Welcome Bags for newcomers to the parish and we need a bright and eye-catching logo for screen printing onto our gift bags. Design a logo that shows something about St. John’s and who we are. There will be a prize for the chosen logo. Get our your pencils and paints and submit something to the office before the end of June. Open to all parishioners of any age!

Mission to Seafarers: We know it is not nearing Christmas but we wanted to let you know early on that we will be starting our Mission to Seafarers Campaign earlier this year. Items for a regular running shoe box include: Hat / Toque, Scarf or neck warmer, Gloves, Socks. Wrapped hard candy (no chocolate), Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrush, Shampoo or body wash (no larger than 375ml to fit in a shoebox), Shaving foam, Razors, Deodorant, Lip balm, Playing cards, Pen/pencil, Small packages of tissues, Comb, Christmas card, Bible (supplied by mission), Mementos of NS, PEI or Canada. Rev’d Bev will be explaining more about this mission today and at various other Sundays through to the late fall.
Terrace Hill Cemetery is now open for the season.

This month The Bible Hill Kinsmen are back offering our mouth watering Smoked Pork Chop Takeout Dinner! Only on Thursday, June 18th! So plan to take a night off from preparing supper, and help support your community through the Kinsmen!
- Each dinner includes a smoked pork chop, baked potato, coleslaw, dinner roll and some pie - all for only $18!
- Tickets are available now through Stephen Hamlin, or by emailing [email protected] or phone 902-814-0072
- Thursday, June 18th at the Village of Bible Hill's Village Hall from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.!

Podcast · Practicing the Way · The way of Jesus leads us to a deeper, fuller life. This was true in the ancient world where Jesus first lived and taught, and it’s still true today. But what does it mean to actually practice the way of Jesus in today’s complex, secular world? In this podcast, j...

06/01/2026

Today in our church calendar we recognize Mary's visitation to her cousin Elizabeth. Let us pray:

Almighty God, who looked with favour on your servant Mary, and called her to be the mother of your Son, nurture in us the humility and gentleness that found favour in your sight, that with her we may proclaim the greatness of your name and find the mercy you show to those who fear you;
through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever.

05/24/2026

Pentecost Sunday! Join us at 10:00 am!

05/22/2026

Water of Life!

Safe water changes a community today. Knowledge changes it for generations.

That’s why every Lifewater Canada project includes a health and hygiene workshop led by our local partners like STS-Liberia. Community members of all ages, from toddlers to seniors, gather to learn about how to protect their water sources, disease transmission, and sanitation.

Because real impact means creating change that lasts beyond a single project. 💧

05/22/2026

10:00 Holy Eucharist (BAS) Licensed Lay Minister: Jean Stratford

Processional Hymn: Holy Spirit, Come with Power (CP 643)
Gathering of the Community
Gloria (said)

Collect: God of wind and flame, send your life-giving Spirit upon your people: give fire to our words, strength to our witness and boldness to our proclamation of your wondrous work in Christ, who, with you and the Spirit, lives and reigns now and for ever. Amen

The Proclamation of the Word:
Acts 2: 1-11 (Bev DeVouge)​​
Psalm 104: 25-35, 37
1 Corinthians 12: 3b-13 (Stephen Hamlin)
Gradual Hymn – On Pentecost They Gathered
Gospel: John 20: 19-23 (Esther Bejarano)

Homily – Joan MacDonald
Apostles Creed
The Prayers of the People
Confession and Absolution
The Peace

Offering Hymn – Come, O Holy Spirit

Prayer over the Gifts: Giver of life, receive all we offer you this day. Let the Spirit you bestow on your Church continue to work in the world through the hearts of all who believe. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen

Eucharistic Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
Breaking of Bread #2
Lamb of God
The Communion
Communion Hymn – For the Bread Which You Have Broken (CP 74)
Ablution Hymn – Spirit, Open My Heart

Prayer after Communion: Father, may we who have received this eucharist live in the unity of your Holy Spirit, that we may show forth his gifts to all the world. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

Doxology
Children’s Hymn – All God’s Creatures Got a Place in the Choir
The Blessing
Closing Hymn – Lord, Send Out Your Spirit
Dismissal
Music – May the Lord
Postlude

Greeters: Hazel & Michael Sherren
Counters: Hazel Sherren & Faye Kennedy
Chancel Guild: Leona Hunt & Bill Canning

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Tuesday, May 26th – 7:00 p.m. Regional Council Meeting
Wednesday, May 27th – 6:30 p.m. Choir
Friday, May 29th – 10:00 a.m. Meditation
11:00a.m. Lectionary Study
Next Sunday, May 31st – Feast of the Holy Trinity
10:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist (BAS) Sundae Sunday

ASK ME! You may have noticed some of our members wearing bright yellow and red “ASK ME” buttons. If you are new to St. John’s (or even not so new!) and have questions – please speak to anyone wearing a button. If they don’t have an answer for you, they’ll find one!

Communion: We offer two options for the receiving of communion wine: the common cup and a second cup from which a medicine dropper is used to place wine upon the host. You are invited to cross to the chalice of your choice after receiving the host. Dropper cup on the piano side/Drinking cup on the organ side. Note: Dipping of the wafer (intinction) is not permitted in the common cup.

Coffee Hour dates: June 7th and 21st.
Spiritual Café dates: June 12th.
Sunday School dates: May 31st (Sundae Sunday).

Easter Season Book Study – We’ll be reading and discussing John Mark Cormer’s Practicing the Way. This short book is a guide to being with Jesus, being like Jesus and acting like Jesus. Leadership will be shared by Rev. Lori, Cory and Natasha. Remaining date: June 14th after worship in the meeting room. Bring a bag lunch – coffee/tea will be provided. All are welcome. Books ($30) are available from the office.

Calling on anyone with sewing skills!!! We are planning to create some new costumes for our Sunday School to use in Christmas pageants. We’ll provide the fabric and notions; we just need someone to sew. If you are interested and can volunteer some time, please speak to Esther or Rev. Lori.

For the month of May, your Pastoral Ministry Committee is sponsoring a drive for Feminine Hygiene products. For those struggling to meet bills and feed their family, these necessary products can be unaffordable. Whatever we collect will be shared at the end of the month with Third Place Transition House and the Lotus Women’s Resource Centre. Donations can be dropped in the red grocery cart or at the office. Your help is always appreciated.

Our Water of Life campaign has wrapped up for another year. Thank you for all you have contributed. You may still contribute in any of the usual ways. Still to come: our annual Walkathon on Saturday, May 30th at 10:00 a.m. in Victoria Park. (Meet at the bandshell). Further information and pledge sheets are available at the back of the church.

Truro Pride Parade 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, June 27th at 1:00 p.m. Your Spiritual Development Committee is making plans now for our parish participation. If you are planning to walk with us in the parade, please speak to Rev. Lori as soon as possible. The parade is always a joyful experience and an important way that we as the church can show solidarity with our LGBTQ+ brothers and sisters.

Terrace Hill Cemetery is now open for the season.


Praying for Peace: During the Second World War, a group of people stopped whatever they were doing for a specific time every night to pray for peace and safety for everyone. They did this every day, and it was as if the whole city paused – such was the power of prayer. The result was so overwhelming that the bombing stopped shortly afterward! Now once again some people are organizing. A group of people around the world has agreed to spend one minute praying for the safety of our countries, for the end of the problems that oppress us, and for God to guide the decisions of our leaders. The time chosen for Canada to pray is 12:00 noon. Please pause in your busy day to pray for peace at that time.

From Tuesday, May 26th – Friday, May 29th, our Diocesan Bishop will be visiting in our region. She will take part in daily activities in parishes from Amherst to Lantz. Bishop Sandra’s stop at St. John’s will be on Friday, May 29th and she will attend our Meditation and Lectionary Study on that day.

Your Spiritual Development Committee is seeking creative entries to a logo contest. We’re working on Welcome Bags for newcomers to the parish and we need a bright and eye-catching logo for screen printing onto our gift bags. Design a logo that shows something about St. John’s and who we are. There will be a prize for the chosen logo. Get our your pencils and paints and submit something to the office before the end of June. Open to all parishioners of any age!

On Sunday, June 7th, we will host Leah Marshall as guest preacher. Leah will speak about Alongside Hope (formerly Primate’s World Relief and Development Fund) and its efforts to provide both relief after disasters and long term development support to people and communities around the world in the name of Christ.

St. John’s has received a certificate of recognition from the Ukrainian Community of Truro. Residual funds from the shared account that sponsored the Hrez family’s immigration to Canada from Syria in 2016 were donated to the children’s charity of the local Ukrainian Community for their use. This was a joint initiative between Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Parish and St. John’s.

Thy Kingdom Come (TKC) is a global ecumenical prayer movement that invites Christians around the world to pray from Ascension to Pentecost for more people to come to know Jesus. Since it began in May 2016, God has grown TKC from a dream of possibility into a movement which unites more than a million Christians in prayer, in nearly 90% of countries worldwide, across 85 different denominations and traditions- so that friends and family, neighbours and colleagues might come to faith in Jesus Christ.

Every person, household and church are encouraged to pray during the 11 days (May 14th – 24th) in their own way. Specifically, we invite each and every Christian across the globe to pray that God’s Spirit might work in the lives of 5 people who have not responded with their ‘Yes’ to God’s call. It is our hope & prayer, that those who have not yet heard the Good News of Jesus Christ and His love for the world, will hear it for themselves and respond and follow Him.

This year’s Thy Kingdom Come is all about the presence of God through His spirit.

The God who is with us in the everyday – in the joys and sorrows of life (and everything in between) and the One who, through His spirit, longs to reveal Himself to those who do not yet know Him.

From the story of Ruth to the story of Gideon, from the story of Elijah to the story of the early church who waited for the promised Holy Spirit to come - over the 11 days we will explore a different Bible story each day, which demonstrates God’s transformative presence, power and love at work in the lives of people and places.

Our hope is that as we pray for our five people, they will also experience the life-changing love of God and choose to follow Him.

For more information visit https://share.google/dzGr7Zrj7QgFH1MiV

Bible Hill Kinsmen 10th Annual Book Fair May 28th – 30th, 2026
Truro Curling Club 56 Young Street, Truro:

Thursday May 28th 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Friday May 29th 4:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

For more information, contact:
[email protected]
Or visit our page:
Facebook.com/bhkinsmen

Senior Safety Program: Free – Lunch & Learn. June 2nd from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Truro Police Service Community Office in the Truro Mall. Join us for a presentation by Karen Morash on electronic devices that help older adults and people with disabilities maintain independence. When a device is activated, a call is automatically placed to a 24-hour response centre. Devices include basic help button, automatic fall button, stove sensor with automatic shut off, programmable medication dispenser, and bed/chair occupancy alarm. A free lunch and refreshments will be provided at the end of the presentation. To register for this free event, please call (902) 897-3271 or email [email protected]

International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers: Sunday, May 31st at Veterans Memorial Park (5653 Highway 2, Bass River). 10:45 a.m. Parade of Motorcycles. 10:55 a.m. Parade of Colour Party & Service Members. Nova Scotia Highlanders Pipes & Drums. 11:00 a.m. Service Commences. Please join us as we honour our peacekeepers. Reception to follow at Victoria Hall. All are welcome!

The 4th Annual Art Show & Sale is set to bring creativity and community together on Saturday, June 6, at the St. James Anglican Church Hall in Shubenacadie. Running from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the event will showcase a wide variety of artwork and photography created by talented local artists. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the creators, explore unique pieces, and enjoy refreshments in a welcoming community atmosphere. Admission is free.








May 24th, 2026
The Day of Pentecost




Rector: Rev’d Lori Ramsey

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