Weekly e-News for Sunday, May 14, 2023
The Sixth Sunday of Easter
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Dear Friends,
This Sunday is the sixth Sunday after Easter. We will be reading from the Gospel of John and hearing about Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit. Even though Jesus will leave the disciples through his arrest, trial, crucifixion, resurrection, and ascension, he promises to send another Advocate, the Holy Spirit. This Spirit will accompany us, walk alongside us, and never leave us orphaned. The Holy Spirit will be an abiding presence.
Last Sunday, many people enjoyed looking at photos from our history. We'll put them out again this Sunday for another look as some didn't get the chance to see them carefully.
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St. Augustine's has long been a supporter of Flemingdon Food Bank. The Groove Room raises funds for them through their proceeds and weekly, volunteers from St. Augustine's deliver food donations from Sobeys to the Food Bank.
We've recently learned that Flemingdon is in dire need of food and financial resources. Use of the food bank is up dramatically and they have even turned people away for lack of food.
In response, St. Augustine's is inviting you to make a financial donation to Flemingdon between now and Pentecost, Sunday, May 28. Please make your donation payable to St. Augustine's and earmark it for Flemingdon Food Bank. St. Augustine's will issue donors a tax receipts for their contributions.
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Parish Anniversary Celebrations
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Check out Isabel's latest video, featuring anniversary Sunday.
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The festival day of Pentecost is fast approaching on May 28th. For our drama, Megan is looking for some help. Can you read a short scripture passage in a language other than English? We're hoping to find a number of voices that can read Matthew 28:18-20 to create a cacophony of voices. Please let Megan know if you're available to read.
Also, you might wish to wear red, orange, or yellow colours on Pentecost to match the colour of the tongues of fire.
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GROOVE ROOM COFFEE HOUSE
This Friday May 12th at 7:00 pm.
At the last Groove Room in April, we had the largest crowd since starting live performances again last September. Over 50 people attended and $255 was raised for the Flemingdon Food Bank. Ten different acts including 3 new ones performed a variety of music from the 1950's thru to current times.
We are looking for performers of all skill levels. Don't be shy - come on out and play. Invite any musical friends to come out and play. It is a very supportive venue that is especially kind to first time performers. For more information please contact Mike Rapson at info@saintaugustine.ca
Groove Rooms are presented on the 2nd Friday of the month. Our previously recorded Virtual Groove Rooms will continue to be available for viewing ONLINE.on our Groove Room You Tube channel. |
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LOST AND FOUND
We are accumulating a few items in our lost and found. Please take a look at the items below and contact the office if they are yours.
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Gardening books found in a linen bag at the bottom of the stairs near the door to the parking lot.
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Hat found in the church on Saturday April 29th.
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Water bottle found May 7th.
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God of peace and justice,
we pray for the people of Ukraine today.
We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons.
We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow,
that your Spirit of comfort would draw near to them.
We pray for those with power over war or peace,
for wisdom, discernment, and compassion to guide their decisions.
Above all, we pray for all your precious children, at risk and in fear,
that you would hold and protect them.
We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace.
Amen.
From Archbishops Justin Welby and Stephen Cottrell
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If you would like to support relief efforts for Ukrainian refugees, we commend to you this program through PWRDF and the National Anglican Church of Canada. CLICK HERE
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The Monday session meets at 2pm and the Wednesday session meets at 7pm. New participants may join at any time.
The readings to be discussed will be Acts 1:6-14, 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11 and John 17:1-11. Download the readings here.
For the Monday at 2pm meetings, please connect as follows:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89963738012?pwd=NjNXeXhaUnZJbGRBcGduVmpEeUh0UT09
Meeting ID: 899 6373 8012
Passcode: 718862
For the Wednesday at 7pm meetings, please connect as follows:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89239131475?pwd=UUdlMGdKV1k5a212Sm1jUHRLcmpZdz09
Meeting ID: 892 3913 1475
Passcode: 636878
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Worship from St. Augustine's can be accessed from our website HERE
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Weekly Bulletin Announcements
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Prayer Requests: It is helpful for the prayer leaders to have names and requests in advance - please direct them to the church office early in the week if possible. Last minute requests may be added on Sundays to the list at the back of the worship space.
Church offerings: Thanks to all who are keeping up with their regular offerings. Please be advised that regular PAR donations are encouraged because they reduce accounting work for volunteers and provide a predictable stream of income. You can also donate online from our website, by clicking HERE
Egg Cartons and Used Postage Stamps: The food bank is always in need of empty egg cartons to replenish them with fresh eggs. Used postage stamps are collected to support the Leprosy Mission. Both items can be left on the table in the Narthex.
Spoken Eucharist Service: The next 8:30 a.m. service will be held on Sunday June, 4th.
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Thanks to Judie, Bill, and Rosemary, who have been working on our church gardens and tending to the landscaping. You make our church look beautiful and welcoming to passersby.
Thanks to Judie and Babs for supplying hats for the anniversary service and thanks to everyone who took part wearing a costume. You helped to make the day festive and fun.
Thanks to Ross for bringing out the photo boards and albums. People certainly enjoyed the trip down memory lane.
Thanks to Isabel for taking pictures and making a movie montage of the day. It is great to have a record of these kinds of events.
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