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Dear friends of the Parish,  

Here we are – on the edge of heading right into Holy Week. We are days away from tip-toeing or should I say branch-waving into The Passion of Christ – which is the final period of Jesus’ life which includes his intense and voluntary suffering, betrayal, trial, torture, and crucifixion. In Latin passio means “to suffer”. The Passion of Christ, although filled with brutal agony, which we might not want to face into, also offers a clear connection to his enduring and supreme act of love and salvation for the redemption of humanity. Some say, it is our ‘duty’ to honor this loving self-sacrifice with our faithful obedience and empathy during Holy Week. However, rather than duty, may I suggest it is our devotion to ‘stay with it’ (don’t take the short cut – you’ll miss so much), do not exit the challenges, but reflect our Patron Saint Thomas, who we heard in last Sunday’s Gospel reading, “let us also go with him…” (John 11:16) as we too willingly take up our own cross to follow him and receive the transforming of our lives….. more on Sunday…

With love, Lorie  

Notes:

  • Palm Cross building on Sunday at Coffee time!
  • Last call for baptisms for Easter and Archbishop’s visit April 12 – just kidding – anytime!
  • Available on Sundays in the Narthex!

- 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.

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

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

 

  • NEWS:  The Topic Diocese of New Westminster, MARCH 2026.

 

  • HOLY WEEK: Sanctuary in the Sanctuary – Quiet space in the church will be open Wednesday of Holy Week 1 – 2 pm. May we continue to deepen into invitation, Intention, Interruption, Intimacy, and the Infinite Love of God.

 

UPCOMING GATHERINGS:

 

  • Centering Prayer – meditation circle 9:30 – 10:00 am, Fridays when Circle of Grace is on.
  • Circle of Grace – Friday’s 11:00 am learning & spiritual practice group – Series for Lent Feb 13 – Mar 27 Dwelling in the Castle with Gillian Drader – Last one this week. Circle of Grace will be on pause until April 17 Retreat Day in Rosedale and then 6-week series on SPIRITUAL COMPANION GROUPS April 24 – May 29. All are welcome.
  • Healing Eucharist – in the Sanctuary on most Fridays –  Check website for dates.
  • HOLY WEEK with special guest preachers!

Palm Sunday – March 29 with palm procession – Hosanna!

Sanctuary in the Sanctuary – Quiet space in the church Wednesday 1 – 2 pm.

Maundy Thursday – 7:00 pm – Foot/Hand Washing & The Last Supper

Good Friday – Meditation at the Cross with guest preacher Dr. Brad Jersak Easter

Holy Saturday – 9:30 am Join in the church to put flowers on the Cross for Easter.

Morning Prayer 10:30 & Labyrinth Walk 11:00 with St. John’s Anglican, Sardis Details

Easter Sunday – Guest Preacher: Rt. Rev Dr. Peter Elliott with Baptisms.

  • Ruth & Naomi Mission – monthly serving dinner – first Sunday of each month.
  • Double Digits Youth gatherings: 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the Month 4:30 – 6:30 with Supper!
  • Men’s Breakfast – Next one is Sat. April 18. Please join us at the Midtown Café on Hocking at 8 AM. It would be great to welcome some new participants! Great conversations!

Phone me if you are interested in attending or need a ride – Wayne Adams 1-604-845-7234.

  • Confirmations & Baptisms – April 12 with Archbishop John Stephens
  • Bible Book Club: 3rd Wed, 7-8:30 pm. NEXT: April 15 Couch Rm in Hall. 2nd half of Exodus.
  • NEW SPRING EVENTS COMING SOON!
  • St. Thomas WEBSITE Here.
  • YouTube - This is the home address for our YouTube page for services and recordings.

 

James Lam – Youth & Family/Centre Communications        james.lam@stthomaschilliwack.org

Janice Guretzki – People’s Warden                        jangrr@hotmail.com                                   

Irene Tisdale – Vicar’s Warden                               itisdale@shaw.ca

Jody Shaw – Associate Warden                             groundflyer@shaw.ca

Deb Edwards – Associate Warden                         countryedwards@telus.net

Jeff Tisdale – Treasurer                                            jeff-tina@shaw.ca

Shauna Fortin – Building & Yard                            shauna.fortin@icloud.com

Larissa Johnson – Ruth & Naomi Mission            lkjohnson.017@gmail.com

 

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

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