Having spent the 40 days of Lent emptying ourselves of all that is not godly, we have gone to the cross with Jesus and have committed our lives into God’s hands, just as Jesus did. After the holiest of services, we retreated to Parish Hall, where we enjoyed hot cross buns — an old Christian treat — and discussed our plans for the rest of the Triduum.

By all accounts, our baked good and book sale was a veritable success. Parish Hall was awash in food items from one end of the hall to the other, with an extra aisle up the centre of the room. It is clear that those who volunteered their time and effort have succeeded beyond anyone’s wildest imagination. The following food items were available: cookies; Easter cookies; squares; loaves; cinnamon rolls; frozen turkey, chicken and beef meat pies; and many different kinds of frozen soup. Should their be any leftovers, they will doubtless be available for sale on Sunday. Congratulations are offered to certain intrepid members of the congregation, including those in the photo to the left, who spent countless hours over several weekends in preparation for this tremendous parish-wide activity.

Another wonderful evening of sharing wine, cheese, snacks, and, of course, the reading and discussing of passages from our favourite books took place at the Rectory. If you haven’t given one of these evenings a try, please come join us next month. You will have a wonderful time!

Continuing a long tradition at All Saints’, we hosted yet another thoroughly successful Shrove Tuesday pancake supper. Traffic was heavy throughout the evening with the last guest finishing her meal well after closing time. Thanks are extended to our team of hard-working and intrepid volunteers for another successful event.

Another wonderful evening was spent sharing wine, cheese, snacks, and, of course, the reading and discussing of passages from our favourite books. If you would like to join us for a wonderful Friday evening such as this, please join us next time. Call the office at +15193445167 for further information. All are welcome!

Members of the congregation took good advantage of Jane Hunter’s kind offer of a private, guided tour of the “A Family Palette” exhibition at the Judith & Norman Alix Art Gallery. A dedicated docent at the art gallery, Jane Hunter provided us with a true insider’s view of this wonderful exhibit of the art of Frances-Anne Johnston, Franz Johnston and Franklin Arbuckle. Those of us who took part thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Sincere thanks are offered to our talented and knowledgeable docent!

As is the case with all of our parish-wide activities, this event was a wonderful success, being a time of fellowship and celebration. Our thanks are offered to Heather Norwood and Sandy Nyp, and their team of hardworking folk. Parishioners and guests alike were heard to say that they look forward to more of these sorts of parish dinners. Well done, Team Ham!