Worship at St. Nicholas, Birch Cliff

The Flower Chart for 2012 is posted at the back of the church. If you would like to give Altar Flowers in memory of a loved one, or to celebrate an anniversary or birthday, please write your name and phone number on the chart. Iris will get in touch with you to get the wording for the bulletin and your colour choices. Your $50.00 donation can be placed on the offering plate.

We have a long and important tradition at St. Nicholas of gathering in Robinson Hall following the 10:30 a.m. service for coffee, tea, nibbles and, most importantly, fellowship. Although the nibbles can range from simple to elaborate, the important part has always been the gathering together (well, and maybe the cookies). But it can't and won't happen if people don't sign up so...WE NEED YOU!... The new sign-up list is posted at the Manderley entrance. Get your friends to join you; many hands make light work and more fun. So sign up today... Remember, the first Sunday of every month is Birthday Sunday so if you sign up for one of those days, Maureen-Rose Everett will bring a birthday cake to add to whatever you are serving.

Regularly, on the second Sunday of the month for those who wish it, there is an opportunity to pray specifically for healing. Since Biblical times, this prayer has been accompanied by the anointing with oil. At 8:30, please bring a book with you to the Communion Rail to indicate that you would like to be anointed. At 10:30, please proceed to the chapel after you have received communion.

Do you enjoy singing?

Have you ever considered joining our Choir? All sections are currently in need of new members. We rehearse on Thursday evenings from 7:30 - 9:30 pm and we would love to welcome you! Being able to read music is not necessary, but having the ability to sing in tune is a good idea! For more information, please speak to Carmine Lappano.

Can't carry a tune in a basket?

...then consider joining the team of Sidespeople. If you're looking for a way to contribute to our worship, but are not sure what's right for you, what about becoming a Sidesperson? You'd be part of a dedicated team of people who greet people with an order of service and a smile as they come into the church. We also collect and count the offering, oversee the movement of people on the way to Communion, and we’re there to catch you if you trip on the steps! Be part of this important ministry in the life of our parish. Speak to Sonia Halloran or any Sidesperson on duty on any Sunday… We also flip pancakes!

Bringing forth the Elements (the bread and wine for Communion)

As you may know, every Sunday two people are invited to take the elements up to the altar at the Offertory. If this is something you feel you would like to do, perhaps, but not necessarily, to mark a special day or anniversary, please speak to one of the Sidespeople on duty on any Sunday. They will take note of your name and the date on which you would like to take on this important role.