The Parish of Saint Mary and Saint John

The Parish of Saint Mary and Saint John is an Anglican parish located in Summerside and St. Eleanors, Prince Edward Island, Canada. It is part of the Diocese of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island within the Anglican Church of Canada.

Description

This parish is a two-point parish, meaning it includes two churches that serve as worship centers. The parish is committed to loving, serving, and dedicating itself to Christ and its community.

Mission and Activities

The parish focuses on worship, mutual love, and service to the community. It offers regular opportunities for worship, with Sunday mornings being central to its worship life, where the congregation gathers to hear God's word and receive the Holy Eucharist. The parish draws from the traditional Book of Common Prayer while also incorporating contemporary worship styles and music.

Beyond Sunday worship, the parish engages in prayer, study, and fellowship. It hosts regular Bible studies and faith-growing courses throughout the year to enrich the spiritual lives of its members.

Community Outreach

The parish has a strong history of community outreach, supporting local ministries that undertake charitable work. It organizes a monthly community breakfast and provides regular volunteers to the Salvation Army soup kitchen, demonstrating its commitment to serving those in need.

Leadership

In 2016, the parish welcomed a new Rector, The Rev’d Colin Nicolle. Under his leadership, the parish continues to grow and develop within its community.

Registration

The Parish of Saint Mary and Saint John is registered as a Canadian nonprofit organization with a business registration number of 790130207RR0001.

Purpose

The primary purpose of the parish is to provide spiritual guidance and community service in accordance with the principles of the Anglican Church of Canada.