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. 

 

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 or in the Church office during the week until the deadline, Monday, Dec. 17^th.   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.

 

 “O Come, All Ye Faithful”

Blessing of the Crib

RECEPTION

Please bring your favorite holiday goodie, savory or sweet, on your

own  holiday platter to the kitchen on Sunday Dec. 9th any time

before 9 a.m.  Please label your platter with your name on a

piece of tape and plan to take it home after the reception.

 

CHRISTMAS SERVICE SCHEDULE

Monday, December 24^th

4 p.m. “A Jazzy Little Christmas”

Harmony Service

 

8 p.m. Full Choral Eucharist

In the Sanctuary

 

Tuesday, December 25^th

12 Noon Eucharist with Hymns

In the Sanctuary

 

KITCHEN CLEAN-UP

 There are dishes behind the screens in the Parish Hall

that have been left behind from various events.

Please check to see if anything belongs to you.  These items

 will be donated if they are not picked up.  

COOKIES AND CAROLING

Sunday, December 16^th

We are visiting Shore Acres Nursing facility

at 9:45 a.m.  Meet in the Parish Hall.  All ages invited.

 

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 30th; 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 27th

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.

Wednesday, November 28th

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.
Supper, Song & Prayer is in the Parish Hall beginning at 6 p.m.  Yolando Giovannetti will be our speaker.  Please support Yolando with your prayers and presence.   Everyone is welcome!
Godly Play is at 6:30 p.m. in the Library.  Godly Play is for Pre-K thru 5^th grade children. We will explore “The Holy Family.”
Youth Group meets at 6:30 p.m. in the Youth Room.
Handbells is at 7:30 p.m. in the Guild Room.

Thursday, November 29th

Chancel Choir Rehearsal is at 6:30 p.m. in the Choir Room.

Friday, November 30thl

Holy Folders are at 10 a.m. in the Founders’ Room.
AA Meeting is at 10 a.m. in the Guild Room.

 

Saturday, December 1st
Harmony Rehearsal is at 3 p.m. in the Parish Hall.

 

 The First Sunday of Advent,  December 2nd

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.
Volunteer Appreciation Sunday will be during all services.

 

Monday, December 3rd
AA is at 12 noon in the Guild Room.
Pageant Rehearsal is at 3:30 p.m. in the Choir Room.
Yoga is at 6:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall.
Handbell Rehearsal is at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
 

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

Blessings,

Pam Holley
Parish Secretary