Diocese of Toronto Season of Spiritual Renewal

During the recent Cast the Net listening and visioning process, we heard that, as a Diocese, we’re hungry to know and love God more deeply. To that end, Bishop Andrew has called us to begin a two-year Season of Spiritual Renewal, lasting until Epiphany 2026. This is Call to Action #1 emerging from Cast the Net.


“My hope is that this will lead us to a deep and profound joy in the gospel of Jesus Christ and a sense of communities large and small feeling a part of a rekindling of the Anglican Church in the Diocese of Toronto.” -Bishop Andrew Asbil

Intergenerational Ministry

St John's offers regularly scheduled opportunities for people of all ages to gather together for faith formation, worship, fellowship, and food. Check out the events below and download a poster with all of the dates to post at home.


2024 Intergenerational Ministry at St. John’s Peterborough

 

 

Friday, December 6 2024: The Feast of St. Nicholas Let’s learn about the legends and stories of Saint Nicholas, the Bishop of Myra, whose Saint Day  we celebrate today. We will be making seasonal decor, offering an Advent service of Evening Prayer, followed by a festive meal.

 

~ALL ARE WELCOME~

All events begin at 5pm and end around 7pm

Email Deacon Deb Wilson for more information

Other Adult Learning Opportunities

Programs of Bible Study and spiritual growth are ongoing in the parish throughout the year. Whether it is an intimate small study group or larger learning events, St. John’s has groups for all adults.


Book and Bible studies happen throughout the year and especially in the seasons of Lent and Advent.

Library

The library is a comfortable place to browse and relax. Christian literature and videos are available for all ages. Parishioners may borrow material for personal enjoyment, recreation, education or guidance.

Ash Wednesday Youth Program

Every year on the first Wednesday in Lent youth aged 5 to 18 are invited to participate in St John's Ash Wednesday Youth Program.  The program runs from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Youth can be dropped off at the Brock St entrance starting at 8:00 a.m. and supervision is provided until 4:00 p.m.  All youth are welcome to attend, especially those raised in the Anglican or Lutheran traditions.


The program includes music, a craft/creative time, time for prayer and conversation, a scavenger hunt around the parish buildings, and participation in the Ash Wednesday Liturgy with the adult congregation at 10:00 a.m.  Healthy snacks and lunch are provided.  There is no cost for the day.


To register, please download the registration form below.  It may be completed on your computer and emailed to the office or printed and completed and returned by hand.


If your child requires a letter explaining their absence from school, the Rector has written one indicating that this is a legitimate absence for religious instruction.  You can download the letter below, print it, and fill in your child's name in the space provided.


Download:          REGISTRATION FORM                    LETTER OF EXPLANATION