Weekly Newsletter

February 13th, 2026

A Note from Rev. John

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Dear St. George's,

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We gather this Sunday to celebrate the Transfiguration of Jesus, the moment when his glory is revealed on the mountain before the disciples. This is a turning point in the church year, standing between the season of Epiphany and the journey of Lent. In these readings we encounter the holiness of God, the call to transformation, and the invitation to follow Christ more deeply. As the disciples glimpse Christ’s glory, we are reminded that worship prepares us to return to the world renewed and ready for faithful living. The world can be a deeply flawed and troubled place. May we gather strength from God, and from one another, as we walk on the transforming path of discipleship.

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Yours in Christ,

John

Table of Contents:

What to expect in this issue of the Newsletter!

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1. Updates for this week, February 13th
   1. AGM Updates
      1. Vestry Nominations, 2025 Minutes, Financial Reports and more!
      2. AGM Schedule
   2. Rental Space Advertisement
   3. Alongside Hope Lenten Program
   4. Alongside Hope Webinar
2. Weekly Update from St. Michael's Mission
3. Sunday Service Information

Updates for this week, February 13th

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AGM Updates

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For all the Pre-vestry information click the doc here:

​AGM 2026 Prevestry Circular.pdf​

Keep an eye out for the full circular! We will be sending it out in a special mid-week email blast!

Budget for Vestry Meeting:

Please note that we will not be presenting the budget in advance this year. Instead, an advance copy will be included with the pre-Vestry Circular, which will be distributed early next week.

We apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and appreciate your understanding.

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AGM Schedule

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Please mark your calendars for two important upcoming dates! Our Pre-Vestry Meeting, which will take place this Sunday, February 15th and our Annual General Meeting which will be the following Sunday, February 22nd. Both meetings will take place following the 10:30 service.

First time at St Georges during an AGM? Be sure to attend the pre-vestry meeting on the 15th for the opportunity to learn about and discuss the motions that will be voted on at the Annual General Meeting. All are welcome regardless of how long you've been a parishioner with us. Been a regular attendee at St. George's for a year (or more!) ? That gives you the right to vote! We hope you will come make your voice heard and help shape the future of our Parish!

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Space for Rent!

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We are offering approximately 5,000 square feet of second-floor space, formerly used as a daycare, for lease to non-profit organizations, community groups, and mission-aligned initiatives. The space is located at 1105 Stanley, Montreal, QC H3V 2S6, Canada.

• 3800 square feet interior space
• 500 square feet terrace
• Second floor
• 6 large rooms
• 3 small rooms
• 3 toilets
• 1 terrace
• Additional space available to rent (playground and outdoor amenities)

The space is ideal for commercial organizations, community groups, non-profit organizations and mission-aligned initiatives. It was previously rented as a daycare.
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3D Walkthrough of the space:https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=goNPvqtdjtt (Sign up into Matterport app and use password “stgeorges”)

What makes this place special?

This space is part of St George’s Anglican Church’s long-standing commitment to service, inclusion, and community wellbeing. More than a rental opportunity, it offers organizations the chance to operate within a setting that values care, dignity, and positive social impact.

Lease and Pricing:

• Long term lease preferred
• Competitive rent for non-profit and community organizations
• Lease price and inclusion or services: to be discussed
• Customization of space or sub-lease possible subject to negotiation and commitment
• Cleaning, extermination and snow cleaning services available as additional negotiation under the same vendors

Interested or know someone who might be? Reach out to rentals@st-georgeschurch.org

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Alongside Hope Lenten Program

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Wild Paths of Peace, written by Martha Jarvis, explores the unexpected hope of peacemaking at time of conflict in the world and in our personal lives. As the Anglican Communion’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations. Jarvis works to create partnerships between churches and UN teams as they respond to conflict, climate change and forced movement of people. Jarvis has also facilitated church-led peacemaking in South Sudan and Mozambique. Throughout it all, she’s seen nothing that compares to the power of people coming back together after conflict, and ultimately, coming back to faith through Jesus.

This resource will be available for download, or subscribe below to receive it as a free daily email message throughout Lent (beginning on Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026).

For more click this link: https://alongsidehope.org/lent2026/​

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Alongside Hope Webinar

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Alongside Hope is one of 15 members who make up the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, a Christian response to hunger. Join us in our upcoming webinar to learn more about this partnership and how to get involved.

When: Tuesday, February 19, 12 noon ET

What: This webinar will introduce you to the projects and partners supported by Alongside Hope through the Canadian Foodgrains Bank. Mary Obiero and Naba Gurung will be joining us from Kenya to describe the current context of international assistance and how Church World Service and Alongside Hope are responding through our membership in the Foodgrains Bank. You will also hear how you and your parish can get involved.

Click the link for more: https://conta.cc/3MkhpVo​

St. Michael's Mission: Weekly Update

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Hello All,

 Thank you for sharing your time with our organisation on top of the generosity of your donations for our community. We have yet more opportunities coming up if you would like to get involved.

We are looking to fill 3 positions on our Board of directors this year and we are happy to extend the call out to the congregation of St. George’s if you are interested.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to send us an email at info@stmichaelsmission.ca and we’ll help you out.

If you have any questions don’t hesitate to send us an email at info@stmichaelsmission.ca and we’ll help you out. 

For donations this week, we can use some hygiene supplies, and winter accessories:

o Men’s underwear

o Razors

o Toothpaste & brushes

o Bodywash

o Hats

o Mittens

o Boots

As usual we also are very happy to receive tupperware, yogurt containers, empty pill containers, etc… (for distributions of food, shampoo, etc…).

If you have a lot of stuff to bring to us, you can use our in-kind donations form HERE or on our website to let us know you’re coming by.

We also have a new Amazon Wishlist that you can find HERE to get a better idea of some of our more pressing needs.

And, as always, you are welcome to drop in and say hello! 

Until next week 

Emma

This Sunday, February 15th

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Transfiguration Sunday

At 9 AM Psalm 2 2 Peter 1:16-21 Matthew 17:1-9

At 10:30 AM Exodus 24:12-18 Psalm 2 2 Peter 1:16-21 Matthew 17:1-9

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Zoom Link for Services

The link for the 10:30 AM Sunday service can be found on our website:

www.st-georgeschurch.org/

Or by clicking directly here:

Zoom Link

You can access the weekly bulletin by clicking here:

Sunday Bulletin

Ways to Give to St. George's​

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• Interac transfer to accounting@st-georgeschurch.org We don't have auto deposit turned on so be sure to email the password to us too!

Donate using Credit Card or Paypal easily through Canada HelpsCa​

Canada Helps Link

• Contact the office at office@st-georgeschurch.org to initiate or change your PAR giving

• Mail a cheque to: St. George’s Church, 1101 Rue Stanley, Montreal, QC, H3BS6​
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