At St Mary’s Anglican Church, our ministries are all about living out our faith in ways that matter—both inside the church and in our wider community. From worship and learning to outreach and fellowship, there’s a place for everyone to get involved, grow spiritually, and make a difference. Whatever your age, background, or experience, our ministries offer opportunities to connect, serve, and be part of a welcoming faith community.
St. Mary’s ministries wish to take a special moment to offer our extended gratitude for your giving in these difficult times.
Children & Families
- Sunday School: Sundays at 9:30 a.m. Marion Cobb will give a lesson in the Parish Hall based on the scripture readings of the day. Before going to the Parish Hall, families are invited to gather with their kids in the church, and Rev. Tom will invite the Sunday School kids to come forward and sit on the sanctuary steps with him for a quick lesson about God (and who knows maybe there will be a little treat involved!!!).
Adult Faith Formation
Bible Study: Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. at the Russell Meadows Retirement Community, 475 Church St., Russell, ON to study the Gospel of Luke; email Kim Rogerson for information.
Anglican Church Women: Assists in providing spiritual growth as well as financial support within our parish, community, diocese and throughout the world. We would love to have you join us, or for one of our special events; email Melanie Beaupré for information.
Pastoral Care
If you or someone else are sick or homebound, and would appreciate a visit from Rev. Tom or one of our pastoral care givers, email Rev. Tom or call the Church Office (613) 445-3226.
Outreach
Victoria’s Quilt: This dedicated group of quilters gathers each Friday to design and sew quilts that are provided to people who have been diagnosed with cancer. Each year, over 300 quilts are produced. Each quilt is blessed at a Sunday service at St. Mary’s before being delivered; email Anne Mains at for information.
Virtual Crafting: Anne Mains and Kim Labelle. invite you and anyone who may benefit from some crafting chatter, to join us in a free, non-judgmental group of Christians believing in the joy of creation on Mondays from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. from the comfort of your own home; email Anne or Kim to join the group.
Virtual Coffee Break: Everyone is invited to join us in a free, non-judgmental group of Christians, sharing stories, expanding awareness of current ongoing issues in the world and simply enjoying in fellowship together on Fridays afternoons from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. from the comfort of your own home. To take a virtual break, email the church.
Snacks, Chats, and Games: Drop by St. Mary’s on Wednesdays from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. to participate in card or board games, and fellowship; bring your own crafting, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, tea and treats in the company of others in our community, email Carol Magee for information.
Tax Clinics: Subject to determining eligibility, our volunteers will complete tax returns for free. Tax clinics will be available in April for parishioners’ to drop off their tax forms; virtual clinics will be available by appointment; email or call the Church Office (613) 445-3226 for appointments and information.
Youth Group
The parishes of St Mary’s, Russell and Holy Trinity, Metcalfe are excited to announce that we will be starting a Weekly Youth Group!
Youth (grades 7-12) are invited to the Hall at Holy Trinity, 8140 Victoria Street, Metcalfe on Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for: Fun, Friends, Fellowship, discussions, learning, Jesus, activities and occasional dance parties!
For additional information, email Vikki McCulloch or Marion Cobb
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