
Sunday Sermon - Easter Sunday
How the cornerstone of our faith, the Resurrection, can foster doubt as well as joy. And what to do about it. Read Rev. John’s Easter Sunday Sermon here.

Good Friday
“Good Friday may be a day of mourning, but it is also a prelude to the joy and victory of the Resurrection that we know is coming. Our journey as Christians is not to the cross, but through the cross.” Read Rev. John’s Good Friday homily here.

Good Friday Walk of the Cross - Photo Gallery
Lakefield’s Christian community came together on April 18 for the annual Good Friday Walk of the Cross. View photos here.

Maundy Thursday
As we celebrate Maundy Thursday, Rev. John washed parishioners feet in accordance with a tradition established during the Last Supper. Read his homily here.

Sunday Sermon - Palm Sunday
As we remember Christ’s entry into Jerusalem with a special Palm Sunday liturgy, Rev. John explains the significance and symbolism of the palm cross. Read his homily here.

A Lenten Reflection
Rev. John challenges the idea of Lent as “the church’s sad season” in his Ash Wednesday homily. Read it here.

A Lakefield Lenten Tradition Returns…
We’re excited to announce the return of St John’s Lenten Lunches! View the 2025 schedule here.

Pentecost in the Park & the Importance of Ecumenical Events
Lakefield churches come together in May to celebrate Pentecost with a special ecumenical service

Think Easter’s Over? Think Again
For secular society, Easter ended this week. Decorations were taken down, eggs were eaten, people went back to work. But for Christians, it’s only just beginning

Photo Gallery: Good Friday Walk of the Cross
It was a cold but clear Good Friday morning for this year’s Walk of the Cross. View pictures from the procession here


Easter 2024 - A Guide to Holy Week
Eastertide is the most important festival in the church calendar, learn why - and how - we celebrate the season with our guide to Holy Week

Celebrating Lent on Valentine’s Day - The Link Between Love and Sacrifice
This year Lent begins on St Valentine’s Day. It’s a fitting date for the start of a season that focuses on the ultimate expression of God’s love for the world - the sacrifice of his Son.

Lenten Lunches Begin Feb 15!
Lenten Lunches are back - book your spot for these popular events now!

Lent 2024: Resources to Deepen Your Reflection This Year
Daily devotionals, study guides and other free resources to help you prepare for Easter