St.

THOMAS ANGLICAN CHURCH,

PHONE: 780-467-5730, EMAIL: stthom@telus.net, WEBSITE: sttomsherwoodpark.com A Mission Church of Jesus Christ Seek, Shape, Serve

Easter Worship
7th Sunday of Easter Readings: Acts 1:15-17, 21-26; Psalm 1; 1 John 5:9-13; John 17:6-19 8 am Eucharist: Presiding: The Venerable Alan Perry; Lay Administrant: Alastair H 9 am Eucharist: Preaching: The Venerable Alan Perry; Hospitality Team: 3; 1st Reader: Alison d; 2nd Reader: Jim R; Lay Reader: Louis K; Lay Administrants: Neil A & Brenda S 11 am Eucharist: Preaching: The Venerable Alan Perry; Hospitality: Franklin & Dorothy F; Greeters: Agnes & Michael A; Ushers: Ken R & Fiona H; 1st Reader: Pat L; 2nd Reader: Marjorie M; Lay Reader: Roy P; Lay Assistants: Dorothy F & Jim Day of Pentecost: Acts 2:1-21; Psalm 104:24-34, 35b; Romans 8:22-27; John 15:26-27; 16-4b-15

Prayers
World Wide we PRAY A hymn of glory let us sing, New songs throughout the world shall ring, Christ, by a road before untrod, Ascendeth to the throne of God. Alleluia Here at Home we pray for the Altar Guild, Drama Ministry, Money Counters, Stewardship Committee. Specifically at Home we pray for David & Jill Osborne, Patti Pedden and their families. Today, we remember in our prayers: Sandra, Isabelle, Sandy, Devon, Sydney, Quinn , Rick & Patricia, Jolene, Hillary, Jean, Andrea, Martha & Family, Archie, Florence & Gene, Tim, David, Sarah, Irene, Alice, Dale; Gordon & June; Toni; Ed & Mae; Helen & Dave; Vera; Vic & Susan; Jill; Kate, and all those known to the Lord alone.

Flowers on the altar this morning are given to the Glory of God by Anne Halsall in loving & wonderful memory of Tony Halsall. You are invited to contribute to the flowers in the sanctuary by filling out the form in the foyer. Please place your $35.00 cheque clearly marked Flowers into the offertory plate.

Announcements
Tuesday Tune-Up: Tuesday evenings we gather for a prayer service following one of the traditional Anglican formats, and those desiring to be prayed for by members of our prayer ministry team are invited to stay after the service. Please join us! Wonder, Wednesday Wonder on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 pm. Wonder where God is in the things of your everyday life and in the events of the world? Do you want to recapture the Wonder of God and feel hope and peace at the end of the day? Come join us as we Wonder and Journey together. All are welcome! Our time will include: quiet reflection, various speakers with a time to ask questions and share, coffee and fellowship with new and old friends. NEWSLETTER: The deadline for the Pentecost/Whitsun/Summer newsletter is May 22nd. Please send all submissions to herbel-h@agt.net. Art Classes: Art Classes will be held in the lower hall @ 7:00 pm on Thursday evenings starting April 12th, 2012. No past painting experience needed. The cost is $27.50/class canvas and art supplies are provided. Everyone is welcome.

Ministry Schedule June September: It would be greatly appreciated if you could please let the Church
office know your availability from June to the end of September so the summer ministry schedule can be prepared. Thank you!

We are sad to announce that the application to sponsor Abdullahi, his wife Hamidi and their four children, and Abdullahis brother Abshir HAJI ABDI has been refused. About one third are rejected, and we screen on this side any applications we submit. We do not want to submit cases we do not think would be approved. Naturally this has been very challenging for all involved, including our co-sponsor their sister Nasara. There is no right of appeal, so this is final. Your prayers for all involved would be appreciated.
Everyone is welcome to join St. Thomas Daytrippers of FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2012 on an excursion to the Stony Plain & Parkland Pioneer Museum & Tea House with special Tour Guide, Mr. P. Bakker (Agnes Pieracci's father). Join us for a glimpse into the history of Parkland County with a very knowledgeable and entertaining Parkland County resident. Lunch at the Tea House, approximate cost $15 $16. An "interest list" has been posted in the Foyer for 2
summer Daytripper events. If you are interested in either of these, please sign-up.

festivities. We will need lots of volunteers from 9 - 4 . There will also be an Ecumenical service that day on the Festival grounds that we will attend. Speak to Ruth Heine for more information or to volunteer. (sign up list in the foyer )

YOUTH GROUP Wednesdays @ 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Grade 5 & up! Join us at the church and have some fun! Bring a friend or 2 with you! All are Welcome

May 23rd No Youth tonight YC (Youth Conference) May 25, 26, 27

Pennies for Youth If you have pennies stacking up bring them to support the Youth. Funds raised will go towards YC ticket purchases; surplice funds will be directed to the Refugee Fund. Youth Improv & Talent Show Fundraiser Bake Sale and Tea for $2 Sunday, June 3rd at 1:00 pm Bring the family and friends

. Further details from Linda Cutler. All the ladies of the parish are invited to a POTLUCK DINNER to celebrate the upcoming Lazy Days of Summer. This is our final Potpourri event until the Fall, and we hope youll join us for a relaxing evening of visiting. When: Tuesday, June 5 6:00 PM Where: St. Thomas Lower Hall What to bring: a dish of your choice to share Please sign up in the foyer so we know how many to prepare for. St. Thomas Church invites you to an evening of music & fellowship to raise awareness and funds for refugees. Featuring musical group MEIDD Singing through the ages Saturday, June 23rd at 7 pm Please mark July 1 on your calendar for the next Together in Sherwood Park / Fusion event. We will have a spot as we did last year with the County Canada Day

Sunday School: Teachers are needed. If you are not ready to try teaching why not come down and be a helper. Please see the sign-up sheet in the foyer. For more information speak to Wacey & Shannon or contact the Church office.
Vacation Bible School will be held at St. Thomas August 20 -24 from 9 a.m. to noon. There is lots of excitement building about this and we look forward to your participation before and during the week. This is a wonderful opportunity to come together and offer a fun and spiritually formative week for the children from our parish and the wider community. Please speak to Ruth Heine or Kim Wereley for more information or to volunteer. (sign up list in the foyer)

There will be a Service of Celebration for the Life of our Brother in Christ Jim Armstrong on Saturday, June 16th at 11 am. If you would like to assist with the luncheon following the service please indicate who you would like to help on the sign-up sheet in the foyer. For more information please speak to Norma or Richelle in the Church office.

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Sunday Services Tapestry Tuesday Tune-up

8, 9 & 11 am 7:00 pm 7:00 pm

Senior Youth No Youth Tonight Wednesday Wonder 7:00 pm Art Classes Choir Practice Sunday Services 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 8, 9 & 11 am