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Dear friends of the Parish,    

The Anglican Church began a tradition which is now a global wave of prayer shared by Christians across churches and nations during the days between Christ’s Ascension and Pentecost. It is called, “Thy Kingdom Come” – a time to pray with simple faith for those we long to know the love of God. We can participate in this prayer movement by intentionally naming and praying for 5 people who are on our hearts, as well as for the world – to know God’s love and grace. I wonder who you might name and hold in these days as we look to God’s Spirit to pour out the wind and fire of love, comfort, and healing. Especially to those we know and those in the world who need to know we are not left alone for the Spirit has come, and comes still…

Come, Holy, Spirit, Thy Kingdom Come.

 

May we continue to linger in this invitatory prayer as we enter the Season of Pentecost this Sunday. (Remember to wear RED!)

As we wait in silence,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.

As we listen to your word,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.

As we worship you in majesty,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.

As we long for your refreshing,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.

As we long for your renewing,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.

As we long for your equipping,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.

As we long for your empowering,

make us ready for your coming Spirit.        (Church of England)

This Week:

  • Double Digits Youth gathering: Thursday 4:30 – 6:30 with Supper!
  • Centering Prayer, Circle of Grace, Healing Euchrist – Friday 9:30/10:00/11:00 am.
  • Celebration of Life for Jim Stevenson – long-time parishioner. Sat. May 23 at 1:pm.
  • Men’s Breakfast – Saturday @ Midtown Café at 8:00 am.
  • Newcomers Lunch – Sun. May 24 lunch is served after church to welcome newcomers! Please sign up for a potluck item to share – list is in the Narthex on Sunday!

 

UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS:

  • Mission Conference 2026 May 30 A group of parishioners are going from St. Thomas – want to come? Carpooling. Amazing speakers and workshops! Join with many from our Diocese.
  • Newcomers Lunch – Sun. May 24 after church – A POTLUCK to welcome newcomers!
  • Latria – Worship & Communion – a relaxed evening with Danielle & Drew May 27 @ 7:pm.
  • Celebration of Life for  Vi Martin – Dwight’s Mom (Lorie’s m-i-l). Sat. June 6 at 2:pm.
  • Feather Circle with Diocesan Elder Rikki @ St. Dunstan’s, Aldergrove. June 17, 11 am -1 pm.
  • Pathway to Peace with Katherine Murray at St. Dunstan’s – June 20  Info Here
  • Community Care Team meeting – Fri June 26 at 1 pm in church office.
  • Church Picinic – Sunday, July 5 – BBQ on the lawn with games after church. Save the date!
  • Summer Retreat Day 1 – “Into the Woods”  Sat. July 11 @ Cultus Lake 9am-4pm.
  • Summer Retreat Day 2 – “A Day with the Celts” Sat. Aug 8 @ Eden Dr. Chilliwack 9am-4pm.

 

ONGOING GATHERINGS:

  • On Fridays:

Centering Prayer – meditation circle 9:30 – 10:00 am, Fridays when Circle of Grace is on.

Circle of Grace – SPIRITUAL COMPANION GROUPS April 24 – May 29. All are welcome.

Healing Eucharist – in the Sanctuary on most Fridays –  Check website for dates.

  • Monthly Men’s Breakfast – Next: May 23 Midtown Café on Hocking at 8 AM. Good food, conversation, and a time of prayer & a Gospel reflection. Wayne Adams 1-604-845-7234.
  • Double Digits Youth gatherings: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the Month 4:30 – 6:30 with Supper!
  • Bible Book Club: 3rd Wed, 7-8:30 pm. Couch Rm in Hall. Read ahead or just come!
  • Ruth & Naomi Mission – serving dinner – first Sunday of each month.
  • Norman Manor – Prayer & Communion service – 1:00 pm. First Thursday of the month.

 

PLEASE NOTE:

Ø  The Scripture Readings appointed for the day in print – if you like to read along.

NOTE: The page # of the Scripture Reading in the Pew Bible is in the weekly bulletin.

Ø  Music sheets for songs not in the blue Common Praise Hymnal.

Ø  News & Notes – weekly email from Rev. Lorie – For those without computers.

Ø  Give Away/Take Away Table – Items are available to reuse and share for all – In the hall of the hall building up by the offices and washroom.

 

NOTE: If you would like a pastoral visit, please let me know! 

Lorie  lorie@loriemartin.com or stthomaschilliwack@gmail.com. 604-217-6966.

NOTE: If you would like a pastoral visit, please let me know! 

Lorie  lorie@loriemartin.com or stthomaschilliwack@gmail.com. 604-217-6966.

the Reverend Lorie Martin

Vicar St. Thomas Anglican Church Chilliwack BC.

Director of the Inter-parish ministry of The Centre for Spiritual Renewal.org

lorie@loriemartin.com 604.217.6966

“Teach us that by your grace, all shall be well, all shall be well, all manner of things shall be well.” 

- Lady Julian of Norwich

I acknowledge that I live and love on the traditional and unceded lands of the Stó:lō peoples with prayers and action toward reconciliation, reparation, and healing.