News & Notes

A special thank you to the many hands and hearts that participated in the Confirmation/Baptism/Reception Service with Archbishop John Stephens on Sunday – what a great way to enter Eastertide! Congratulations to Lexi Tisdale – baptism, Amanda Doran, Audrey Cheney, Elizabeth Baker, Emma Gael, Evelyn Baker, Joe Weighell, David Tisdale – 6 confirmations, and to Shilo Minuk who was received into the Anglican church.

“All-Loving and everliving God, let your hand ever be over these your children; let your Holy Spirit ever be with them; and so lead them in the knowledge and obedience of your word, that they may serve you in this life, and dwell with you in the life to come; through Jesus Christ our friend and helper. Amen”

 Notes:

·         - Volunteers are needed for the Counting Team – 2 or 3 people are needed for the rotating schedule to count the offering. See Wayne Adams w_adams88@hotmail.com 604 845-7234

*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.

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

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

·         Circle of Grace – Fri 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.

·         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.

·         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!

·         SPECIAL EVENT! Rev. Cameron Gutjahar leads a morning workshop on Sat April 25 at 9:30 am – 12:30 pm on  Science & Christianity: Evolution, Ecology & Spirituality  an afternoon Youth event at  1- 3 pm. He is a vivacious presenter who shares fabulous information!

·         Ruth & Naomi Mission – serving dinner – first Sunday of each month.

·         Norman Manor – Prayer & Communion service – 1:00 pm. First Thursday of the month.

·         The Well – (18+ Adults) Mon. May 11 – Trivia @ Sidekick Brewery and a Vedder River walk.

·         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.

 

“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.