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A couple of Sundays ago we talked about how difficult it can be for Jesus’ followers, both in the early days of the Church and today, to recognize the risen Jesus.  After he rose from the dead Jesus came to his followers and friends and on at least three occasions they failed to recognize him, that is until Jesus made them able to recognize him. In the same way, though Jesus promises his followers today that he is with us by his Spirit, we often find it difficult to trust this promise and to recognize when or how it is that he is with us. And yet, once again I believe that it is Jesus who makes us able to trust his promise and at different times and in different ways to see and recognize that he is with us.

But in the gospel for this coming Sunday the focus is moved from recognizing Jesus to recognizing his followers and how it is that Jesus means for the world to recognize us.  “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples,” Jesus says, “if you have love for one another.”

This is how Jesus says “everyone” will recognize who exactly his disciples are, but what exactly does that love look like, and how do his disciples today make sure they are practicing that love?

I hope you’re able to join us on Sunday as we worship together and look at these questions more closely.

Please remember the following in your prayers this week.

Dan B
Bobbi-Jo C
Loretta D
Barb G
Rick H
Dawn L
Paul R
Sue S
Erika W

Curious about what difference the Resurrection of Jesus could possibly make for us today?

“Surprised by Hope” is a six session video-based study featuring N.T. Wright that is designed to help us explore the full and breathtaking hope which Jesus and his Resurrection offers the world, and to better understand the implications of that hope for our lives today.

Join us as we take a closer look at the power of the Resurrection with Anglican Bishop and world class scholar N.T. Wright.

Wednesday Evenings 7:30 pm

58 Kennebecasis River Road

Please sign up online or at the back of the church

Mothers’ Union - Decadent Dessert party
May 15 2:00-4:00 pm

Admission is a spring or Nurturing themed gift with a value of 15.00. These gifts will then all be auctioned off with the proceeds going to Mission and Outreach

FAMILY CAMP - June 24-26

Enjoy the beauty of God’s creation with your family and ours as we unplug and unwind together. Bring your kids, your parents, your grandparents and whoever else is family to you.

We would like to know if you are interested in attending. Please sign up online or at the back of the church.

The Mission: Stones Across the Water
May 28-29 at Camp Medley.

The conference is open to any youth ages 13-18 from the diocese. Through speakers and various workshops, the youth will learn how to be missional. There will be an emphasis on local mission opportunities but internationally as well.

The cost for the weekend is $25. Registration is available on the Diocese of Fredericton website. The YIG team is encouraging parishes to encourage their youth to participate.

If any adults who would like to volunteer, contact the YIG team. We could use your skills and assistance. Further information can be found in eNews, the YIG Facebook page or via email: yigfton@gmail.com.

Have a look at Camp Medley's latest newsletter and ways you can help.

CAMP MEDLEY NEWSLETTER

Making our Worship Space More Accessible

For our church to serve the spiritual lives of as many of our neighbours as possible our worship space must be as accessible and versatile as possible.

For this reason we are continuing to explore options for adopting a more accessible and versatile seating arrangement in the worship space of St. Paul's, and as part of this process we are inviting all members of our parish to a "moving meeting" on

Monday, April 23rd
Hampton United Church (HUC)
7:30pm.

We're calling it a moving meeting because after gathering at HUC to examine their seating arrangement we will be continuing on to the Atlantic Community Church, Hampton (14 Centennial Rd) to see a similar approach to seating in a very different space.

The accessibility and versatility of the space in which we gather are absolutely vital to the fruitfulness and effectiveness of our life and ministry together.

We hope you will join us, therefore, as we seek to make the life and ministry of our church even more fruitful.

Upcoming Events

Mission of the Month - Toonie Tin

Bishop McAllister College & Anglican Seminary, Uganda

April 23 - 6:30 pm Camp Medley - Send a Kid to Camp Dinner

Apr 24 - 9:00 am (BCP) & 10:30 am service (BAS)

April 26 - 10:00 am Bible Study at Connie Heighton's Home
April 26 - 7:30 Vestry Meeting
April 27 - 6:30 pm Praise Team Rehearsal
April 27 - 7:30 pm Small Group: Surprised by Hope
April 28 - 8:30 am Baking at Middle School - Donna
April 29 - 11:00 am Middle School Desserts - Jenny

May 1 - 9:00 am (BAS) & 10:30 am service (BAS)

May 3 - 10:00 am Bible Study at Connie Heighton's Home
May 4 - 12:30 High School Lunch (Parish of Upham)
May 4 - 6:30 pm Praise Team Rehearsal
May 4 - 7:30 pm Small Group: Surprised by Hope
May 5 - 8:30 am Baking at Middle School - Heather

May 8 - 9:00 am (BCP) & 10:30 am service (BAS)

May 11 - 12:00 pm ACW
May 11 - 6:30 pm Praise Team Rehearsal
May 11 - 7:30 pm Small Group: Surprised by Hope
May 12 - 8:30 am Baking at Middle School - Myra
May 13 - 11:00 am Middle School Desserts - Diana

May 15 - 9:00 am (BCP) & 10:30 am service (BAS)

May 18 - 12:30 pm Pancakes for High School (St Paul's)
May 18 - 6:30 pm Praise Team Rehearsal
May 18 - 7:30 pm Small Group: Surprised by Hope
May 19 - 8:30 am Baking at Middle School – Donna
May 20-22 – Teens Encounter Christ at Camp Medley

May 22 - 9:00 am (BCP) & 10:30 am service (BAS)

May 24 - 7:30 pm Vestry meeting
May 25 – 6:30 Praise Team Rehearsal
May 25 - 7:30 pm Small Group: Surprised by Hope
May 26 - 8:30 am Baking at Middle School – Myra
May 27 - 11:00 am Middle School Desserts – Heather
May 28-29 – Stones Across the Water

May 29 - 9:00 am (BCP) & 10:30 am service (BAS)

June 1 - 6:30 Praise Team Rehearsal
June 1 - 7:30 pm Small Group: Surprised by Hope
June 2 - 8:30 am Baking at Middle School – Heather
June 3 - 11:00 am Middle School Desserts – Kate
June 4 – 8:30 am Holy Joes
June 4 – Town Wide Yard Sale

We are seeking ...

CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY COORDINATOR (PART TIME POSITION)
Deadline to apply is April 30.
Please spread the word!

The Annual Human Rights Forum
presents
The Syrian Refugee Crisis

Thursday, April 28, 2016, 7:00 pm Hampton High School

Four Personal Perspectives: Hepzibah Munoz-Martinez: Professor of History and Politics, Lee Cohen: Human Rights Lawyer, William Tarr: Y Newcomer Connections, Layla Rahmeh: Former Syrian Refugee. Hance Colburne: Moderator.

Free Admission Reception and Refreshments

This event is sponsored by: The John Peters Humphrey Foundation

Every spring, women unite for an evening of glitz and glamour. Join us for A Day in Her Shoes in support of mental health programs offered by CMHA of New Brunswick. Hors d’oeuvres, wine and beverages, and a silent auction accompany the season’s best fashion show, which takes place May 4^th in the Market Square Atrium. Kayley Reed, co-founder of Wear your Label will highlight the evening.

Tickets for A Day in Her Shoes are available at CMHA of New Brunswick office (15^th floor of City Hall), online at www.eventbrite.ca, by calling 633-1705 and at Manchester Shoe Salon in Market Square.

59th Annual Choir School
July 3-10 Junior Choristers (Ages 8-18)
July 7-10 Adult Choristers
Rothesay Netherwood School
For more information - www.anglicanchoirschool.com

16th Annual Senior Wellness Fair
Friday, May 20^th, 12:30-3:30
Loch Lomond Villa
Simonds Lions Auditorium

Learn about safe & healthy living from over 30 exhibitors. FREE admission, parking, refreshments, & door prizes. Music by Delbert. Call 648-6056 for more information. EVERYONE WELCOME.

Spring Tea & Quilt Show
Saturday, May 7th
11 am - 1 pm
St. Mary & St. Bartholomew’s Church
646 Westmorland Road

Sandwiches & Cakes served
Home Baking–Crafts Table–Collectables
$7 Adults $2 Children (12 &under)
Tickets available from Church office or at the door

28th Annual Rothesay Netherwood School Art Show and Sale
Friday evening, May 6 from 6 - 9 pm
Saturday, May 7 from 9 am - 4 pm

Over 300 pieces of original artwork from up-and-coming and professional artists from Atlantic Canada and beyond will be displayed for sale. Proceeds from this year’s show will be used to construct a new Fitness and Wellness Centre on campus, we all as support the school's vibrant arts programs. For more information, please call the School Office at 847-8224 or email artshow@rns.cc

To preview artwork, please visit www.rns/cc/artshow.cc

It is that time of year when we need to clean up the winter’s ‘droppings’! We all take special pride in our community, therefore each year encourage everyone to get together and ‘neaten up’ over this next month.

We all thank you very much!

Communities in Bloom/Town of Hampton. It’s Our Nature...

May 1	9:00 am	10:30 am
Layreader	Debbie Cochran	Betty Kennett
Reader	Lane Bishop	Shirley Stanley
Sidespersons	R & C Kelly	B & A Kennedy
Chancel Guild	Sharon Kelly / Joanna DiProse
Counters	Alice Kennedy / Ernie Keenan
Nursery	Krista Whittaker

If you have any news to share in our newsletter, please send it to stpauls-hampton@outlook.com