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SUN. MAR. 28 – EASTER CHOIR
Mar 28 – SATURDAY REHEARSAL – 9AM to noon
And then the two presentation dates:
Palm Sunday – March 29
Easter Sunday – April 05
Some people have already signed up. There is still room in every section for more – most particularly the Bass and Tenor sections but we have space in all groups.
Please let me know if you can join in by contacting me by email:
And again, if you just want to talk over with me whether I think you can actually do this (like if you’ve never sung in a choir but might want to give it a go), please be in touch and let’s talk it through and find out if it could work for you!
Thank you for considering this.
I hope we can make some beautiful and meaningful music together this Easter Season.
HOLY WEEK. Invite a friend!
Sunday Mar.29: Palm & Passion Sunday
Thurs. Apr.2: Maundy Thursday: Light meal at 6pm; followed by the service, during which we read through together our Lord’s betrayal, passion, and crucifixion, join in the Lord’s Supper recollecting the Last Supper, and conclude with the stripping of the sanctuary recollecting Jesus’ period in the tomb. A somber but moving service in preparation for the joy of Easter Sunday.
Good Friday: St Laurent Churches Walk (Stations of the Cross at various local churches); 8:30 to 12:30; schedule attached, including when at CMP.
Sunday April.5: Easter Sunday.
WEDNESDAYS KNITTING TOGETHER
“Ladies, you’re warmly invited to join us every Wednesday for a special time of fellowship and creativity. On the first and third weeks of each month, women gather for Knitting Together, and on the second and fourth weeks, we host Art Night. These women-only gatherings are a welcoming space for newcomers, filled with hospitality, friendship, and a shared desire to show the love of Christ. For any questions, please contact Fatima at 514-969-3292. 💕 ”
LANGUAGE CLUB – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
CMP is looking for volunteers to support our Language Club, running from Thursday, January 15th to March 26th, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. This program serves newcomers by providing a welcoming space to practice English and French, build confidence, shows the love of Christ and form meaningful connections. We are especially looking for English and French speakers who are willing to share their time and gifts. Your involvement can make a real difference in helping newcomers feel at home and supported in our community.
EASTER BAPTISM OR RE-AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
Are you not yet baptized but would like to be? Or in your in journey of following Christ might it be spiritually meaningful for you to publicly re-affirm your faith? Easter Sunday is a great day to do either of these. If one of these interests you, please contact Chris Barrigar to discuss this with him.
EASTER SUNDAY – BEE-BOX BUILDING
After the service on Easter Sunday, help build our Bee Hotel! Last year, CMP Youth began building bee boxes to install behind the church to promote pollinators in St-Laurent. (Don’t worry, these are non-stinging bees!) We need to finish constructing them in time for bee season this spring! JOIN US after the Easter service. Wear outdoor clothing and closed toe shoes. Bring a hammer and/or a drill if you have one. More information will be provided on Easter Sunday; or, for more information, see Melissa Oddie or Julia Smith-Brake.
SAT. APRIL 25 – ENCOUNTERING JESUS IN OUR SECULAR AGE
With Rev Dr Raphael Anzenberger, Executive Minister, French Baptist Union of Canada. In this event hosted at CMP, Dr Anzenberger will explore the challenges and hidden opportunities of evangelism in secular contexts, with examples from Europe and Quebec. While many Christians feel that ‘no one is listening,’ there is often more spiritual openness than first appears. Drawing on the broader framework developed by Charles Taylor for understanding life in a secular age, we will identify concrete, realistic ways to share your faith and to accompany people on a fruitful pathway of discipleship. 9:30am-12:00pm. Bring your lunch. Free for CMP members, $10 for others. Invite friends!
SAT. MAY 22 – EMBODIED PRESENCE: A SOMATIC AND SPIRITUAL JOURNEY
You are invited to the transformative power of somatic experiences. In this one-day Christian workshop/retreat you will receive a holistic approach to faith promoting deep peace (ease), encouraging embodied self-reflection, fostering spiritual growth, and creating connection between mind, body, and Spirit for healing and resilience (1 Thess.5:23). Facilitated by former CMP member Jennifier Cole MA, Counselling Therapist, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner®. Jen is currently working on her Doctor of Ministry degree at Fuller Theological Seminary exploring spiritual formation and embodiment. 9am-4:30pm, at CMP. Bring your blanket and pillow, mats, exercise ball if you have one, and whatever else will give you ease. Cost: Early Bird: $99 (deadline: April 12, 2026); Standard: $125 (April 13 – May 1, 2026; limited onsite registrations if space allows). For registration and payment, email Jennifer: oldscounselling@gmail.com.
COFFEE FUNDRAISER FOR JYC
The week-long sleep-away camp that Di Keener and Pippa Brotherwood co-direct in Magog every summer just launched a coffee fundraiser campaign. The funds raised from this campaign will help campers attend camp who otherwise wouldn’t be able to afford to go, and support the running of various camp activities. Zab Café is a renowned Montreal-based specialty coffee roaster. If you are able to contribute to this fundraiser by purchasing a bag of coffee, it will be greatly appreciated! You can order through this link. Once the coffee has been delivered to us, I will distribute it. Thanks so much! If you have any questions, please reach out to Di or Pippa at ctmjuniorcamp@gmail.com
CALLING ALL CEGEP & UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Are you in CEGEP or University, or know someone who is? We are planning a get-together for post-secondary students in October. If that’s you, please fill our this form: For more information, please contact June at june@stmarkstpeter.org
Monday discussions, 8pm
New discussions to be announced in 2026
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5147474566?omn=83799309037 Or use Meeting number: 5147474566
Sunday Services
We are currently meeting in person and by Zoom.
To join the service on Zoom, please follow the link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83680002401 Meeting ID: 836 8000 2401
For more information about our Sunday services, see our “Sundays” page.
