Chapelle Ste-Marthe

We're always so proud of YoungJae!

Disciples Peace Fellowship is so excited to announce our 2026 DPF Peace Interns!

https://www.disciplespeace.org/meet-the-interns

Congratulations to Hannah Wells, Devereaux Knight, and YoungJae Lee who will spend the summer serving as Ambassadors for Peace and Justice!

We can't wait to see everything you'll do this summer!

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Dear members near and far of the St. Martha’s Community,

I first attended St. Martha’s Chapel in the fall of 2015. I was 18 years old and had just moved to Montréal and felt very small and very scared. I did not know then that I would be making a decision that would impact my life for the better for the next 11 years.

After lots of prayer, I have discerned that it is time for me to move on from St. Martha’s Chapel. To quote the musical Wicked, I have been changed for good. Yet it is time for other people with other gifts to take charge of the ministry now. The body of Christ involves all of us and our ministry will only reflect God’s will if many members of the body of Christ are involved. I speak for both myself and our board when I say that it has always been our most fervent hope and prayer to reflect the will of God.

What does this mean practically? It means that my last day will be Wednesday July 15th, 2026: until then it is business as usual. During the summer, the board will be looking into hiring a new Director – which is something they can only do with your help and feedback. I encourage you to reach out to the board during this time (through our chair Eli Bjedov-Stanković at [email protected]) and to pray for St. Martha’s Chapel during this transition! It also means that pastoral care will be handed off from me to the next director. When we are between directors, I encourage you to also reach out to Eli to find pastoral support in our various sponsoring denominations. In addition, I encourage you to trust the board to find someone who will honour everything St. Martha’s is and has been and will be.

I do not know where ministry will lead me next and I am trying (and failing) to be patient and listen to the voice of God. Scott and I have talked for some time (he desperately, I bittersweetly) about leaving Montreal, and we will continue to search for what is the next right position for our family. In the meantime, I will continue to preach and lead worship on Sundays at different United and Presbyterian churches. Also, as I’m sure all of you can relate, I have a massive backlog of books to read!

There are too many people to thank now and I hope I will be forgiven for those I don’t mention. Most of all, I want to thank National Pastor Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada (then chaplain of St Martha’s) for welcoming me 11 years ago into this community and Jaime Grennan for inviting me to Bible study. I want to thank my board (Eli Bjedov-Stanković, Gwenda Wells, James Pratt, Shanna Pauline Bernier, Sophie Le Meur, & Sandrine Mutoni and chair emerita Madison MacGregor) for their unending support and faith in young adult ministry. I want to thank Alexander Griffin and YoungJae Lee for working so closely with me these past few years. I want to thank my husband Scott for his support and for always being willing to make elaborate dinners for students. But most importantly, I want to thank you. Thank you for going to Bible study and for going to the 6pm service and for sharing your lives and your faith with me. It has been the honour of my life.

With love,
Sarah Wicks-Potter

P.S. Please see below for baby Sarah at 18 years old painting eggs with the St. Martha’s community. Photo credit goes to National Pastor Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada.

St. Martha’s Newsletter

Important Reminder:
Please do not come to our events if you are sick even if it’s just a cold. Please look closely at our Covid & other illness policies. We protect all members of our community!

Join Our Facebook Group:
If you are a young adult between the ages of 18-35, please feel free to join the St. Martha’s Facebook group using this link: https://fb.me/g/hjQtoyDdf/XqD9mg4Q

Please note that this link expires Thursday morning. Please reach out to [email protected] if you miss the time when the link is valid and I can send you a new link!

Wednesday, June 3rd @ 5:15pm:
Our Wednesday evening is going to look a little different this week! We have been invited to join our friends at Christ Church Cathedral for a talk on Harm Reduction and Human Trafficking by an expert in the field. The talk will happen at 6:15pm in the main sanctuary of Christ Church Cathedral. Participants are welcome to join me as early as 5:15pm for Taizé. After the talk, I will be taking the young adults out for pizza. Please be aware that sensitive and potentially triggering topics will be addressed and so take care of yourselves accordingly. You do not have to RSVP for food as I will be able to do a head count before pizza but you are always welcome to reach out to me at 514-808-3774 if you have any questions and concerns.

Please note that Taizé and the talk are open to participants of all ages and while participants of all ages are welcome to join us for pizza after the talk, St. Martha’s can only pay for people ages 18-35. Thank you!

Upcoming Dates with St. Martha’s Chapel:
Please let me know if you are interested in baptism by emailing [email protected] and I can connect you with baptismal preparation which fits your needs!

Our sandwich making session in June with Bread and Beyond will be on Wednesday, June 10th from 10:00am-12:00pm at the church of St. Andrew and St. Paul which is located at 3415 Redpath St, Montréal, Québec H3G 2G2. We will be making sandwiches. Our organizers can accommodate five people and there are 4 spots left. To join in the activity, please let me know by emailing [email protected].

Bible study next week will be led by our own Claire Duclos and will be a continuation of our discussion on “Faith & Emotions.”

Both our 6pm services and YoungJae’s evening prayer services are over for this academic year! Stay tuned for what we will have next in September!

Notice of Departure:

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Dear members near and far of the St. Martha’s Community,

I first attended St. Martha’s Chapel in the fall of 2015. I was 18 years old and had just moved to Montréal and felt very small and very scared. I did not know then that I would be making a decision that would impact my life for the better for the next 11 years.

After lots of prayer, I have discerned that it is time for me to move on from St. Martha’s Chapel. To quote the musical Wicked, I have been changed for good. Yet it is time for other people with other gifts to take charge of the ministry now. The body of Christ involves all of us and our ministry will only reflect God’s will if many members of the body of Christ are involved. I speak for both myself and our board when I say that it has always been our most fervent hope and prayer to reflect the will of God.

What does this mean practically? It means that my last day will be Wednesday, July 15th, 2026: until then it is business as usual. During the summer, the board will be looking into hiring a new Director – which is something they can only do with your help and feedback. I encourage you to reach out to the board during this time (through our chair Eli Bjedov-Stanković at [email protected]) and to pray for St. Martha’s Chapel during this transition! It also means that pastoral care will be handed off from me to the next director. When we are between directors, I encourage you to also reach out to Eli to find pastoral support in our various sponsoring denominations. In addition, I encourage you to trust the board to find someone who will honour everything St. Martha’s is and has been and will be.

I do not know where ministry will lead me next and I am trying (and failing) to be patient and listen to the voice of God. Scott and I have talked for some time (he desperately, I bittersweetly) about leaving Montreal, and we will continue to search for what is the next right position for our family. In the meantime, I will continue to preach and lead worship on Sundays at different United and Presbyterian churches. Also, as I’m sure all of you can relate, I have a massive backlog of books to read!

There are too many people to thank now and I hope I will be forgiven for those I don’t mention. Most of all, I want to thank National Pastor Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada (then chaplain of St Martha’s) for welcoming me 11 years ago into this community and Jaime Grennan for inviting me to Bible study. I want to thank my board (Eli Bjedov-Stanković, Gwenda Wells, James Pratt, Shanna Pauline Bernier, Sophie Le Meur, & Sandrine Mutoni and chair emerita Madison MacGregor) for their unending support and faith in young adult ministry. I want to thank Alexander Griffin and YoungJae Lee for working so closely with me these past few years. I want to thank my husband Scott for his support and for always being willing to make elaborate dinners for students. But most importantly, I want to thank you. Thank you for going to Bible study and for going to the 6pm service and for sharing your lives and your faith with me. It has been the honour of my life.

With love,
Sarah Wicks-Potter

P.S. Please see below for baby Sarah at 18 years old painting eggs with the St. Martha’s community. Photo credit goes to National Pastor Jean-Daniel Ó Donncada.

In Our Wider Community: Invitation to be in the Summer Choir at Christ Church Cathedral:
As usual, the cathedral’s professional choir will be taking a break over the summer. May 31st was their last Sunday singing at the 10:30 Choral Eucharist and the 4 pm Choral Evensong. However, there will continue to be music during the summer, and Music Director Tom Sheehan is hoping to put together a pick-up choir.

He writes:
This summer, Christ Church is reviving its practice of inviting volunteer singers to lead the music making at the 10:30 Eucharist during the summer. Any interested singers of any ability level should write to Tom Sheehan, Director of Music ([email protected]) to receive more information.

In Our Wider Community: Job Posting with Wesley United Church:
Office Administrator

Wesley United Church is seeking an on-call Office Administrator to support the daily operations of the church and coordinate space rentals for individuals and organizations during staff leaves
and at various times throughout the year as needs arise.

Responsibilities include assisting ministry staff, preparing worship and meeting materials, coordinating virtual services, handling communications and reporting, and managing rental
bookings, agreements, and payments.

The need for this position is occasional and based on operational requirements.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to the mission of the church are essential.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Ministry and Personnel, [email protected] for further information.

In Our Wider Community: Represent St. Martha’s at the General Assembly for The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ):
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)’s general assembly will be on July 10th through July 11th. It is virtual! St. Martha’s is allowed to bring 3 delegates. Please let me know if you would be interested in representing (and voting) on behalf of St. Martha’s at this event by emailing me at [email protected]. You can find out more about the assembly here: https://disciples.org/2026-general-assembly-schedule/. Please don’t register yet - Jean-Daniel and I are working out registration fees so that you don’t have to pay! I will keep you posted when we figure this out.

In preparation for the General Assembly, there will be an informational session on June 9th. Here is some more information: there will be a Congregational Delegate Informational Session on June 9, 2026, at 8pm ET. Join us to learn more about the role of delegates at the General Assembly. Participants will gain a better understanding of delegate responsibilities, the importance of representation in the life of the church, and what to expect as part of the General Assembly process. Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the informational session. To learn more and register, please visit: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Kt31KPu9TqCt-jMoLI8ZiQ #/registration (you can register for this in advance as it does not involve payment).

In Our Wider Community: Gardening with MORSL:
Gardening with MORSL is back June 2nd!

We’re growing more than just plants — we’re cultivating meaningful, supportive conversations in a peaceful, welcoming space. Whether you're brand new to gardening or just want a nature break, this is the perfect place to dig in and connect with fellow students. Each session starts in the MORSL lounge with intros and snacks before we head outside. Feel free to come to any session you can!

Want to join future sessions? See below for the upcoming session on June 2nd at 3-4pm at MORSL.

To RSVP for June 2nd, please visit: https://involvement.mcgill.ca/event/328069?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-May-18-24&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-Eco-spirituality-Watch-Party%2C-Gardening-Dates%2C-a

In Our Wider Community: The Kairos Blanket Exercise:
6:00 - 9:00 PM: The Kairos Blanket Exercise at the Church of A&P, led by Tom Raterhokwats Dearhouse and Rev. Lisa Byer-de-Wever. A deeply moving and profound interactive group experience designed to build understanding about our shared history as Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. To bring: blankets, socks, or slippers, and an open spirit.

To learn more, please visit: https://standrewstpaul.churchcenter.com/calendar/event/224059018?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-June-1-7&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-June-celebrations%2C-gardening-and-community-event

In Our Wider Community: Art Group with St. Georges Anglican Church:
Art Group: A Creative Cluster based on Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way

Calling all creatives! Starting Sunday June 7th, Rev'd Heather will be leading a "creative cluster" based on Julia Cameron's work The Artist's Way. You're invited to join us at 12:30 every Sunday after coffee hour throughout the summer!

For more information about creative clusters and The Artist's Way click here (https://juliacameronlive.com/book/the-artists-way-a-spiritual-path-to-higher-creativity/)! You do not need to purchase the book to participate–printed handouts will be provided.

If you're interested in joining this group, please write to the office at [email protected]

In Our Wider Community: Family Day Picnic with Christ Church Cathedral:
Family Day Picnic Sunday June 14th at noon

John Tobin announces:
The Stewardship committee cordially invites you to a Family Day Picnic — right outside on the Cathedral lawn, on Sunday, June 14th, starting at noon directly after the 10.30 mass. We will be having fun activities for the kids! All are welcome to give thanks and celebrate the families of our vibrant community. We will provide the hot dogs; you provide the rest. Kindly respond to our RSVP link to help us better plan the event.

The RSVP link is here: https://cccmtl.breezechms.com/form/FamilyDayPicnic

In Our Wider Community: Bowling with Trinity United Church:
We’re going back on Tuesday June 30 at 10:30 AM. We bowl for fun, not statistics, so each meetup will start with a clean slate. It’s not too early to RSVP with Read ([email protected]).

Fun Publicity:
Have you checked out our instagram yet? Please follow us at st.martha_mtl (https://www.instagram.com/st.martha_mtl?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)!

The Diocese spearheaded by Lee-Ann Matthews has produced a video about our work! You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/9cr5jXVALd0?si=h9b__Q4VRVNDsEit

The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) also published an article on us, written by Nadine Compton. You can read it here: https://newchurchministry.org/chapelle-ste-marthe-deep-christian-spirituality-passion-god-love-justice-montreal/

Donations:
We welcome donations at https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/c5e62f6d-e275-4bd7-9006-826b0be842a4?fbclid=IwAR0C6omXHxCzznGfhE7X70Y7CcdyjwfDNrl52b9bDxPaDLpux1_Aicgm0GU (via the Anglican Diocese) and https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/145835 (via the Christian Church).

Any amount helps us immensely in our ministry work!

Covid & Other Illnesses Policy:
In order to protect vulnerable members of our community and to prevent the unnecessary spread of illness, we ask that you please stay home from St. Martha’s events if you have any signs of illness such as cough, fever, sore throat, congestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pink eye, etc. (unless they are chronic illness symptoms). If you are ill, please stay home even if you have tested negative for COVID-19, as you may still have a flu that could harm vulnerable members of our community.

If you do test positive for COVID-19, please stay home from St. Martha’s for 10 days or until you test negative. Additionally, if you have attended a St. Martha’s activity within the last week, please notify Sarah so that she can inform the others present of a possible exposure.

Contacting Sarah:
If you need anything you are welcome to reach out to me (Sarah Wicks-Potter) ([email protected]) to get you connected with any information or care that you might need.

Please note that I am generally unavailable on Mondays and will only respond in emergencies. Please also note that I work limited hours and am here on a part-time basis and so my response times will vary. If there is ever an emergency and you need to urgently reach me, please call my cell at 514-808-3774.

Horatio Update:
Horatio reminds us this week to never stop learning as he rummages in my desk!

Supper and our mostly monthly religious media night TOMORROW in the undercroft at Christ Church Cathedral. The address is 635 Saint-Catherine St W, Montréal, Quebec H3A 2B8. Please enter through the doors of the mall on the side of Robert Bourassa. Descend halfway down the stairs and there will be a door to your right. That is how you access our space. If you have any trouble accessing it, please feel free to call me at 514-808-3774. This week we will be watching episodes from The Promised Land. We have already watched episodes 1 and 2 so if you haven’t seen them, I recommend watching them before Wednesday. They are available for free here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSI04-1oLwg&list=PLaKYsaAeVpIaO4QGF41-ZvvuG6rPqYPI3

For dinner on Wednesday, Scott is cooking. Can two people volunteer to help clean-up, please? In addition, please RSVP through email, text, or Facebook if you know you are coming. It makes planning dinner infinitely easier. Also, please keep me informed of any dietary needs so that everyone can have a safe and yummy dinner!

Also, just a reminder that Taizé happens at the Cathedral at 5:15pm on Wednesdays! If you’re not helping to cook, please feel free to go to Taizé and then come downstairs for dinner at 6:00pm!

And finally, just a reminder that our Wednesday night events are only open to folks aged 18 to 35. If you are over or under that age limit and looking for community, please let me know and I can connect you with other options!

EPISODE 1 | PILOT | The Promised Land Series Episode 1 | PILOTMoses’s father-in-law, Jethro, pays a visit to impart some unexpected leadership advice. Miriam gets to know Moses’s wife Zipporah while Kor...

St. Martha’s Newsletter

Important Reminder:
Please do not come to our events if you are sick even if it’s just a cold. Please look closely at our Covid & other illness policies. We protect all members of our community!

Join Our Facebook Group:
If you are a young adult between the ages of 18-35, please feel free to join the St. Martha’s Facebook group using this link: https://fb.me/g/hjQtoyDdf/JaSXjA2j

Please note that this link expires Thursday morning. Please reach out to [email protected] if you miss the time when the link is valid and I can send you a new link!

Wednesday, May 27th @ 6:00pm:
Supper and our mostly monthly religious media night on Wednesday in the undercroft at Christ Church Cathedral. The address is 635 Saint-Catherine St W, Montréal, Quebec H3A 2B8. Please enter through the doors of the mall on the side of Robert Bourassa. Descend halfway down the stairs and there will be a door to your right. That is how you access our space. If you have any trouble accessing it, please feel free to call me at 514-808-3774. This week we will be watching episodes from The Promised Land. We have already watched episodes 1 and 2 so if you haven’t seen them, I recommend watching them before Wednesday. They are available for free here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSI04-1oLwg&list=PLaKYsaAeVpIaO4QGF41-ZvvuG6rPqYPI3

For dinner on Wednesday, Scott is cooking. Can two people volunteer to help clean-up, please? In addition, please RSVP through email, text, or Facebook if you know you are coming. It makes planning dinner infinitely easier. Also, please keep me informed of any dietary needs so that everyone can have a safe and yummy dinner!

Also, just a reminder that Taizé happens at the Cathedral at 5:15pm on Wednesdays! If you’re not helping to cook, please feel free to go to Taizé and then come downstairs for dinner at 6:00pm!

And finally, just a reminder that our Wednesday night events are only open to folks aged 18 to 35. If you are over or under that age limit and looking for community, please let me know and I can connect you with other options!

Upcoming Dates with St. Martha’s Chapel:
Please let me know if you are interested in baptism by emailing [email protected] and I can connect you with baptismal preparation which fits your needs!

Next week, we will be joining our friends at Christ Church Cathedral for a talk on Harm Reduction and Human Trafficking by an expert in the field. The talk will happen at 6:15pm in the main sanctuary of Christ Church Cathedral. Participants are welcome to join me as early as 5:15pm for Taizé. After the talk, I will be taking the young adults out for pizza. Please be aware that sensitive and potentially triggering topics will be addressed and so take care of yourselves accordingly.

Our sandwich making session in June with Bread and Beyond will be on Wednesday, June 10th from 10:00am-12:00pm at the church of St. Andrew and St. Paul which is located at 3415 Redpath St, Montréal, Québec H3G 2G2. We will be making sandwiches. Our organizers can accommodate five people and there are 4 spots left. To join in the activity, please let me know by emailing [email protected].

Both our 6pm services and YoungJae’s evening prayer services are over for this academic year! Stay tuned for what we will have next in September!

A Message for the Young Adults from the United Church of Canada:
Good morning,

Hi, my name is Ben Ryan and I've been hired by the region along with my colleague, Nic Hartmann, to provide new young adult ministry initiatives and help ensure we have spaces to connect and be together beyond the young adult retreat once a year. We are hoping you will join us for an inaugural zoom call within the next weeks where we can formally introduce ourselves to those who don't know us yet and discuss priorities for this ministry based on the wants and needs of this group. We're really looking to build something new together that doesn't act as a one size fits all solution but takes our realities and needs as young adults into account. We don't have a date and time picked out yet as we're hoping to learn a little more about people's availability first, if possible. Please take a minute to fill out this form if you are interested in participating in this meeting and/or future calls, and we will set a time based on what works for most. Please feel free to forward this email or share the link with anyone you think might be missing from the contact list or any other young adults you may know that might like to join the group.

Here is the form: https://forms.gle/M9b9vth5iD5Z4hY28

We look forward to getting started and connecting with all of you!

Have a great day,
Ben Ryan
Young Adult Ministry Animator

In Our Wider Community: Invitation to be in the Summer Choir at Christ Church Cathedral:
As usual, the cathedral’s professional choir will be taking a break over the summer. May 31st will be their last Sunday singing at the 10:30 Choral Eucharist and the 4 pm Choral Evensong. However, there will continue to be music during the summer, and Music Director Tom Sheehan is hoping to put together a pick-up choir.

He writes:
This summer, Christ Church is reviving its practice of inviting volunteer singers to lead the music making at the 10:30 Eucharist during the summer. Any interested singers of any ability level should write to Tom Sheehan, Director of Music ([email protected]) to receive more information.

In Our Wider Community: Job Posting with Wesley United Church:
Office Administrator

Wesley United Church is seeking an on-call Office Administrator to support the daily operations of the church and coordinate space rentals for individuals and organizations during staff leaves
and at various times throughout the year as needs arise.

Responsibilities include assisting ministry staff, preparing worship and meeting materials, coordinating virtual services, handling communications and reporting, and managing rental
bookings, agreements, and payments.

The need for this position is occasional and based on operational requirements.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to the mission of the church are essential.

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Ministry and Personnel, [email protected] for further information.

In Our Wider Community: Gardening with MORSL:
Gardening with MORSL is back June 2nd!

We’re growing more than just plants — we’re cultivating meaningful, supportive conversations in a peaceful, welcoming space. Whether you're brand new to gardening or just want a nature break, this is the perfect place to dig in and connect with fellow students. Each session starts in the MORSL lounge with intros and snacks before we head outside. Feel free to come to any session you can!

Want to join future sessions? See below for the upcoming session on June 2nd at 3-4pm at MORSL.

To RSVP for June 2nd, please visit: https://involvement.mcgill.ca/event/328069?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-May-18-24&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-Eco-spirituality-Watch-Party%2C-Gardening-Dates%2C-a

In our Wider Community: Watch Party with MORSL:
Join fellow students at MORSL for a watch party featuring an online screening and discussion of this film (https://thebtscenter.org/event/film-screening-seer-a-spiritual-nature-photographer-explores-love/?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-May-18-24&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-Eco-spirituality-Watch-Party%2C-Gardening-Dates%2C-a) from theologian, photographer, and adventurer Thomas Jay Oord (enjoy the preview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6TakpKtBGc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-May-18-24&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-Eco-spirituality-Watch-Party%2C-Gardening-Dates%2C-a). The event is hosted online by Interfaith Photovoice (https://www.interfaithphotovoice.org/blogs?author=63f6103f07d63054113c2233&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-May-18-24&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-Eco-spirituality-Watch-Party%2C-Gardening-Dates%2C-a), who say this about the film: “Oord explores various spiritualities as they relate to nature and love. As a photographer, Oord's artistic vision tells a variety of stories. As no stranger to hardship and controversy, Oord looks for divinity and love in the natural world.”
Participants in the MORSL event will be able to watch the 40-minute film together in our cozy drop-in space, enjoy snacks, and share reflections with each other. A wonderful opportunity to blend exploration of nature, spirituality and art in an interfaith/inter worldview community!

To RSVP, please visit: https://involvement.mcgill.ca/event/328094?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=MORSL-News-and-Community-Events-Listings-May-18-24&utm_source=Envoke-SYSTEM_ALL_CONTACTS&utm_term=MORSL-News%2C-Eco-spirituality-Watch-Party%2C-Gardening-Dates%2C-a

In Our Wider Community: Open Sanctuary with Trinity United Church:
Saturday, May 30, 1 PM

Come and find the quiet center.

Light a candle, and say a prayer for yourself, or for someone close to you.

Come experience Christian meditation: the power and joy of silence as a way to be with God in beauty and in peace!

No RSVP required.

Photo courtesy Christian Meditation Community North.

In Our Wider Community: Karaoke with Trinity United Church:
Saturday, May 30th, 3 PM

We are looking for people who enjoy beltinʼ out the blues, crooninʼ to country, or just channelling your favorite diva!

All ages and all levels of talent (or lack thereof!) welcome!

RSVP is encouraged with Christine at [email protected] by Thursday May 28th.

You don’t have to pick a song in advance. Your KJ Read will supply the lyrics.

Freewill donation towards refreshments will be much appreciated.

Image credit: freepik.com

In Our Wider Community: Art Group with St. Georges Anglican Church:
Art Group: A Creative Cluster based on Julia Cameron’s The Artist’s Way

Calling all creatives! Starting Sunday June 7th, Rev'd Heather will be leading a "creative cluster" based on Julia Cameron's work The Artist's Way. You're invited to join us at 12:30 every Sunday after coffee hour throughout the summer!

For more information about creative clusters and The Artist's Way click here (https://juliacameronlive.com/book/the-artists-way-a-spiritual-path-to-higher-creativity/)! You do not need to purchase the book to participate–printed handouts will be provided.

If you're interested in joining this group, please write to the office at [email protected]

In Our Wider Community: Family Day Picnic with Christ Church Cathedral:
Family Day Picnic Sunday June 14th at noon

John Tobin announces:
The Stewardship committee cordially invites you to a Family Day Picnic — right outside on the Cathedral lawn, on Sunday, June 14th, starting at noon directly after the 10.30 mass. We will be having fun activities for the kids! All are welcome to give thanks and celebrate the families of our vibrant community. We will provide the hot dogs; you provide the rest. Kindly respond to our RSVP link to help us better plan the event.

The RSVP link is here: https://cccmtl.breezechms.com/form/FamilyDayPicnic

Fun Publicity:
Have you checked out our instagram yet? Please follow us at st.martha_mtl (https://www.instagram.com/st.martha_mtl?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==)!

The Diocese spearheaded by Lee-Ann Matthews has produced a video about our work! You can watch it here: https://youtu.be/9cr5jXVALd0?si=h9b__Q4VRVNDsEit

The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) also published an article on us, written by Nadine Compton. You can read it here: https://newchurchministry.org/chapelle-ste-marthe-deep-christian-spirituality-passion-god-love-justice-montreal/

Donations:
We welcome donations at https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/c5e62f6d-e275-4bd7-9006-826b0be842a4?fbclid=IwAR0C6omXHxCzznGfhE7X70Y7CcdyjwfDNrl52b9bDxPaDLpux1_Aicgm0GU (via the Anglican Diocese) and through this QR code (via the Christian Church): https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/145835.

Any amount helps us immensely in our ministry work!

Covid & Other Illnesses Policy:
In order to protect vulnerable members of our community and to prevent the unnecessary spread of illness, we ask that you please stay home from St. Martha’s events if you have any signs of illness such as cough, fever, sore throat, congestion, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pink eye, etc. (unless they are chronic illness symptoms). If you are ill, please stay home even if you have tested negative for COVID-19, as you may still have a flu that could harm vulnerable members of our community.

If you do test positive for COVID-19, please stay home from St. Martha’s for 10 days or until you test negative. Additionally, if you have attended a St. Martha’s activity within the last week, please notify Sarah so that she can inform the others present of a possible exposure.

Contacting Sarah:
If you need anything you are welcome to reach out to me (Sarah Wicks-Potter) ([email protected]) to get you connected with any information or care that you might need.

Please note that I am generally unavailable on Mondays and will only respond in emergencies. Please also note that I work limited hours and am here on a part-time basis and so my response times will vary. If there is ever an emergency and you need to urgently reach me, please call my cell at 514-808-3774.

Horatio Update:
As some of you know, due to a genetic condition, Horatio lost his other eye. He is now a completely blind hedgehog. But he is still going along, meeting his goals of eating and sleeping and poking us with his quills. He reminds you all this week to continue to pursue your goals as well. (This photo was taken by the vet shortly after surgery).