Religion
UPDATE: Anglican Parish of Derby and Blackville Hosting Stations of the Cross Services
UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, it has been necessary to change the order of speakers for this year’s Stations of the Cross. Specifically, Nancy Stephens will be the guest speaker on March 10 and Bishop David Edwards will be guest speaker on March 31. Each year, the Parish of Derby and Blackville hosts a series…
Read MoreWorld Day of Prayer Service Set for March 3 at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Blackville
World Day of Prayer 2023 will be held on Friday, March 3 at 7:30 pm, at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 298 Main Street in Blackville. ”I Have Heard About Your Faith” The invitation is out for everyone to join the 2023 World Day of Prayer as we celebrate the theme “I have heard about your…
Read MoreSt. Raphael’s Hosting Pancake Supper on February 21 in Blackville
St. Raphael’s Parish is hosting a pancake supper on Tuesday, February 21 from 3:00pm until 6:00pm at the Father AA McKinnon Memorial Hall, 105 Main Street in Blackville. Menu consists of pancakes, sausage, baked beans, biscuits, gingerbread, tea and coffee. Cost is $10 per person, $7 for children under 12 or $25 per family. Everyone…
Read MoreCommunity Candlelight Parade and Blessing of the Christmas Creche
The Annual Christmas Candlelight Parade takes place this Monday, December 19 at 6:30pm in Blackville. Lineup begins at the corner of Main Street and Shaffer Lane at the former village office. The parade will proceed up Main Street to the outdoor nativity scene at St. Raphael’s Roman Catholic Church for the blessing of the Creche.…
Read MoreStrike Out Hunger Bowling Challenge Raises $910 for Greater Blackville Food Bank
On October 15, 2022 teams from the Parish of Chatham, the Parish of Newcastle, Nelson and Hardwicke and the Parish of Derby and Blackville gathered at the Castle Bowling Lanes in Miramichi in a friendly “competition” for the annual “Strike Out Hunger” bowling challenge to raise funds to help their local communities fight hunger. Following…
Read MorePart-Time Job Opportunities at St. Andrews United Church
Saint Andrews United Church in Blackville is seeking a part-time secretary and part-time treasurer. Deadline to apply is Saturday, November 12. Please forward resumes to Part Time Secretary Position St. Andrew’s United Church Qualifications: Prepare bulletins for church services. Prepare year in reports. Purchase office supplies Monitor church email for announcements. File a bulletin…
Read MoreGood Shepherd Parish Collecting Non-Perishable Items for Food Bank Drive
Good Shepherd Parish will be collecting non-perishable items for local food banks for Christmas beginning on Saturday, October 15. Items can be dropped off at any of the three churches in the Parish: Saint Raphael’s in Blackville, Saint Bridget’s in Renous or Our Lady of the Annunciation in Doaktown. Non-perishable items (canned fruits, vegetables and…
Read MoreHoly Trinity ACW’s Fall Rummage Sale set for October 14 & 15
Holy Trinity Anglican Church Women will host a Fall Rummage Sale on Friday, October 14 from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm and on Saturday, October 15 from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon. The sale will take place at Trinity Hall, 293 Main Street in Blackville. Everyone welcome! Gently used items for donation to the sale…
Read MoreSpecial Service of Evening Prayer to be held at Holy Trinity in Remembrance of Queen Elizabeth II
On Sunday, September 11, 2022, a Special Service of Evening Prayer will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church in Blackville at 6:00pm. In Remembrance of Queen Elizabeth IIIn Thanksgiving for Her Life and Serviceand prayers for our King All faiths are welcome to attend. Note from Parish: This is not an official service of…
Read MoreCatechists Needed for St. Raphael’s / Good Shepherd Parish churches
Good Shepherd Parish is looking for people willing to become catechists. If needed, training will be provided. Contact the Religious Education Coordinator for your church: St. Raphael’s in BlackvilleSandy • 251-8272 St. Bridgets in RenousIrene • 843-6615 (home) or 251-2574 (cell) Our Lady of the Annunciation in DoaktownCassie • 365-0444 Or call the parish office…
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