Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Weekly Events at St. Thomas


Hello Everyone,

Here’s your weekly reminder of all the programs, services and events at St. Thomas during the next several days.  Please take particular notice of all events in colored print.

 
PECANS ARE IN!!!
If you have ordered or wish to purchase pecans
please pick them up from the church office. 


DROP (OFF) YOUR DRAWERS
Clothes To Kids (CTK) give out 1250—1500 pairs of new underwear a week.  How many kids can WE help?  When you go shopping Black Friday, shop for one more.  Needed: Girl’s 4-16, Junior’s sizes 5 and up (bikinis), boys 4-16 (Boxers), Young Men’s 30-32 and up (boxers).  Bring in unopened packages of new children’s underwear Sunday, November 25, 2012.  Look for the box by the door to the service of your choice and Drop (off) Your Drawers.  For more info: www. Clothestokids.org or call Burrell Wood, Chair Outreach Committee 528-4015.

 
ANGEL TREE
Each year, St. Thomas generously provides Christmas gifts for each family member at Resurrection House.  You will see the Angel Tree outside of church on Sundays near the fountain in the garden beginning Nov. 25th or in the Church office during the week until the deadline, Monday, Dec. 17th.  

Resurrection House greatly appreciates your thoughtfulness and prayers.  Any questions?  Call Vicky Steinwender
727-480-1614 (cell) or 727-898-8919.

 
VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION
Sunday, December 2nd
Volunteers will be honored during all Services.

 
ALMS FOR THE VICTIMS OF SANDY
One of the principles of a faith community is helping others in a time of need.  The second commandment is, “love thy neighbor as thyself.”  To this end, we are called to be generous in aiding our brothers and sisters that were victims of Hurricane Sandy.   The “Episcopal Relief and Development Sandy Response Fund” is focused on providing rapid response to assist in putting neighborhoods back together so people can get on with their lives.   In the past, we have experienced the massive damage that Hurricanes Katrina and Charlie brought and know the disruption, frustration, and hopelessness these disasters bring.  Saint Thomas sent teams to assist victims after Katrina in New Orleans.  While this is a noble and satisfying experience, in this situation, it is impractical. 
 

Our outreach in this emergency is providing funds for response and rehabilitation; this is the most efficient way to help.  Please pray for the victims that they are provided with all that is necessary and that they are treated respectfully.  Your donations will help them get back on their feet.  Funds will be received through November 31st; make your check out to Saint Thomas with a note that it is for the Episcopal Relief and Development Sandy Response Fund.   We appreciate your consideration for this appeal. Thank you.

Sincerely,
Walt Jaap, Warden

 
Tuesday, November 20th
Centering Prayer meets tonight at 6—6:45 p.m.  Come to the Sanctuary at 6 p.m. to experience the “peace that surpasses all understanding” through the silence of Centering Prayer.
Chancel Choir Rehearsal is at 6:30 p.m. in the Founders’ Room.
Worship Open Jam is at 7:30 p.m. in the Guild Room.


Wednesday, November 21st
Men’s Bible Study is at 7 a.m. in the Guild Room.
The Holy Eucharist is at 12 noon in the Chapel.
Pageant Choir Rehearsal is at 4:30 p.m. in the Choir Room.


Thursday, November 22nd
HAPPY THANKSGIVING


Friday, November 23rdl
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
AA Meeting is at 10 a.m. in the Guild Room.

 
Saturday, November 24th
Harmony Rehearsal is at 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

 
The Twenty-Sixth Sunday after Pentecost,  November 25th
Sunday Services are at 8 a.m. Traditional in the Sanctuary, 10 a.m. Harmony in the Parish Hall, 10 a.m. Traditional in the Sanctuary and 6 p.m. in the Chapel.
Youth Group will meet at  9—9:50 a.m.  in the Youth Room.  Come and be a part of this great group!
Nursery available from 9:45 a.m. in the Nursery.
Children’s Chapel begins at 9:45 a.m. in the Nursery coordinating with each service.  Children will return to the service at the Offertory time.
Sunday School is at 9:50 a.m. in the Guild Room.
Youth Band Rehearsal is at 12 Noon in the Parish Hall.

  
Monday, November 26th
AA is at 12 noon in the Guild Room.
Yoga is at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

 
See you at many—or all—of these events.

Blessings,
Pam Holley
Parish Secretary

                  

 

 

 

 

 

 

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