National Volunteer Week

This past week, Canadians celebrated National Volunteer Week. We would like to take a moment to thank all the volunteers that make the work of our church possible. Thank you.

Interested in volunteering at St. Johns?
Take a look at some ways you can get involved in ministry.

Treated to something special

Served alongside the cake to honour the work of our volunteers, was Barb Swanson’s delicious Carrot, Zucchini, Pineapple Muffins. Barb graciously donates her time and baking to the Coffee Time Ministry at our church. After the 10:30 morning service on Sunday, people are invited to meet at the back of the cathedral for coffee, tea, juice and baking provided by volunteers, like Barb. As we sit and enjoy these tasty treats, we get an opportunity to meet new people and visit with old friends. This fellowship is truly the gift given by the volunteers of St. John’s Coffee Time Ministry. Our volunteers are truly something special!

the gift given by the volunteers of St. John’s Coffee Time Ministry is an opportunity to meet new people and visit with old friends

Barb’s Muffins with the Most

If you would like to treat yourself to something special, why not whip up a batch of Barb’s muffins? These muffins have a great list of ingredients including zucchini, carrot, pineapple, coconut and raisins. I love them so much, I had to ask Barb for her recipe, and she was nice enough to share. Thanks, Barb.

For the recipe, continue reading.

First ingredients:

• 3 eggs
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 14 oz. can of crushed pineapple and juice
• 3/4 cup canola oil
• 1 cup shredded coconut
• 1 cup raisins
• 2 tsp vanilla
• 1 cup shredded zucchini
• 1 cup shredded carrots

Remaining ingredients:

• 2 1/4 cup flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp salt