You can find all sorts of docs and goodies that relate to our parish life here.
Parish Membership
Parish Membership Application forms can be filled out by those who are at least 16 years of age and have attended New Song for at least 3 months. Email Pastor Creighton if you have any questions.
Giving
Pre-Authorized Giving (PAG) Form
The Anglican Way
Christianity & Anglicanism
What does it mean to be a Christian and an Anglican?
The Daily Office (Contemporary)
Morning, Midday, Evening, and Bedtime Prayers that include Confession, Psalms, Bible Readings, and daily petitions. On your own, with your family, or in a small group, you can be spiritually formed together with Anglican Christians around the world.
Book of Common Prayer 2019
The Bible arranged for worship – for individuals, families, small groups, and congregations like New Song Church.
To Be a Christian: An Anglican Catechism
Grow in Christ, one question at a time.
The Daily Office (Traditional)
Morning and Evening Prayers that follow the historic and treasured 1662 order.
Podcast Recommendations
Here are some favourite bible & theology podcasts to check out (linked to Spotify, or search your favourite podcast app):
- ESV: Straight Through the Bible
- Faith Today (Evangelical Fellowship of Canada)
- The Gospel Coalition (TGC) Podcast
- Simply Put (Big theological ideas, put simply)
- The White Horse Inn (faith and culture from a Reformation perspective)
And (brace for self-promotion) check out our parish’s sermon podcast: New Song Church Port Perry.
Parenting with Purpose – Bonnie Noble
Saturday, April 22 @ 10 am
In this seminar participants will discover that parenting with purpose involves being mindful of habits that we can teach our kids. Learn some valuable tips about ways we can parent that result in happier children – and happier parents! It’s never too late to make small changes that will help get the most out of parenting. Remember, our kids only get one chance to be children. Let’s make the most of it!
Bonnie Noble has been an educator for over 30 years and is the parent of eight amazing young people. Through all of the ups and downs of parenthood, Bonnie has discovered that God can make something beautiful out of the chaos. She has also learned that some parenting practices never go out of style. Bonnie and her family live in north Durham region where they enjoy the great outdoors, their friends, their family, and their pets.
Promoting Resiliency – Laurie Noakes
Tuesday, May 16 @ 6:30 pm
This interactive workshop will address how stress, anxiety and worry affects our bodies, mind and behaviour. We will share some valuable tips on how to communicate with your children and youth about topics such as mental health, relationships and substance misuse prevention. Together we will explore some practical strategies to promote resiliency, as well as strategies to help your children cope with stress. We will also discuss when to be concerned as parents and where to find support. Stress is normal and inevitable in life … let’s give our children the life long gift of positive coping strategies!
Laurie has been a community health nurse for over 30 years, working with parents, children and teens regarding the issues of mental health, physical health and resiliency. She has enjoyed working with many diverse populations in the GTA, to remote communities in Northern Ontario and has a passion for supporting parents in their parenting journey.
Parenting: Navigating Everything – Brett Ullman
Saturday, June 3 @ 10 am
We all want the best for our kids but which parenting information do we choose? With over 75,000 parenting books produced in the past 21 years and the many voices, articles and online resources available, the task of figuring out where to turn for parenting advice is overwhelming. Some foundational parenting questions all parents must consider: What are Parenting Styles? What does quality time and being present with my kids look like? How can I learn better communication skills so that I can more effectively connect with my kids? How do I effectively discipline my children?
Brett Ullman travels North America speaking to teens, young adults, leaders, and parents on topics including parenting, mental health, men, sexuality, pornography, dating, and media. Participants are inspired to reflect on what we know, what we believe and how our faith ought to serve as the lens through which we view and engage tough conversations in our society today. Husband to Dawn, and father of Bennett and Zoe, Brett and his family make their home in Ajax, Ontario. Learn more at brettullman.com