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Special
Events This Week
St.
Thomas' Community News
Special
EventS This week
- CFM Gathering (swimming!) this Saturday at the Jones Center for Families. Details below.
- Whitsunday, or The Day of Pentecost, is this Sunday, May 11. Please wear red to church this Sunday to celebrate this occasion.
The Collect and Scripture Readings for Whitsunday, The Day of Pentecost, can be found here.
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St. Thomas' Community News
Kudos, Celebrations and Thanksgivings
- The Trash and Treasure Sale raised over $1250 for the Outreach Ministries last week. Great job!
- April 2008 was the 10 year anniversary of David White's service to St. Thomas'. Please congratulate him on a job well done, and thank him for being with us.
And we pray for those in times of crisis or loss...
- A Prayer for the Election of a Bishop or other Minister
Almighty God, giver of every good gift: Look graciously on your Church, and so guide the minds of those who shall choose a rector for this parish, that we may receive a faithful pastor, who will care for your people and equip us for our ministries; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
from the Book of Common Prayer, pg. 818
If you know of someone in our St. Thomas' family who has
news to share with their St. Thomas' family, let us celebrate
with you. Email Sandra or Meg the
details for publication in the E-News.
Other Community Life events and announcements
- Baccalaureate Sunday will be May 18. Those who will be graduating from their educational endeavors will be honored during church on this day, with a reception to follow. Please notify the church office if you know of someone who will be graduating.
- VBS Info - Last Summer, we experienced the beautiy and mystery of creation as well as the foolishness of some of our choices and learned about God's Promises, Promises, Promises. This Summer, we will try to figure out how God can use such a motley group of liars, deceivers and tricksters to make good his Promises, Promises, Promises to restore this world that's gotten so mixed up. Registration form are available in the Narthex, or can be downloaded here.
- Sister Helen Prejean, CSJ will be the guest for the McMichael Lecture Series at St. Paul's, Fayetteville on Saturday, May 24th (reception at 6:00 pm, Lecture 7:00 pm) and Sunday, May 25th (lecture during Sunday School hour at 10:00 am). There is no charge to attend the events; childcare will be provided.
- Arkansas ECW will host a Women's Institute, June 6-8, 2008 at Camp Mitchell. Come for a mountaintop experience of relaxation, spiritual refreshment and reflection, fun and fellowship. Registration for the full weekend is $150 with linens provided by Camp Mitchell or $135 if you provide your own. Daily registration for Friday or Saturday is only $35 if you are staying for lunch or $50 if you would like to stay for both lunch and dinner.
- The Northwest Arkansas Integrity Chapter will meet at St. Paul's Sunday, May 18th at 5:30 pm in the parish hall. Come for dinner, fellowship, support and to learn more about Integrity. Contact Julie Schultz, 841-3051 or Peggy Allen, 530-6562 for more information.
Social Justice and Outreach Opportunities
For more details on ongoing ministries, check the Reaching Out tab on the website.
Children's Formation Offerings in Coming Weeks
For more Children's Ministry information, please click on the Children's Ministry links or contact Meg Mobley.
Youth Formation Offerings in Coming Weeks
- UPCOMING EVENTS
- Regular EYC--Sunday mornings 9:15am and Sunday evenings 5pm.
- Begin getting your summer dates together so we can plan a summer trip. The sooner I know when you will be gone, the sooner I can put it on the books so everyone can participate!
Dates for Summer Sessions at Camp Mitchell
- Senior High- June 8-13
- Junior High I- July 13-18
- Junior High II- August 3-8
The cost for a week at youth camp has increased to $295.00/camper. Get your Camper Registration Form in soon to reserve your spot.
For more information about upcoming youth events, contact Malcolm.
Adult Offerings in Coming Weeks
- Adult Forum in coming weeks
- May 11 - Continuation of "For the Bible Tells Me So" - Continuation of the movie and discussion
- May 18 - Sneak Peek at the Summer Series - Parables from the Back Side - We'll take a look at some well known parables, but from a different perspective. This series will begin in June.
- May 25 - Join the Rev. Dennis Campbell during the formation hour to discuss the process of calling a new rector for St. Thomas.
US Green Building Council Meetings--held at St. Thomas on the third Tuesday of each month. All are welcome.
Stewardship News
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This Week at St. Thomas
Monday, May 5
9:00 am - Kids Day Out
10:00 am - Balanced Body
12:00 pm - AA
Tuesday, May 6
8:00 am - Morning Prayer
Wednesday, May 7
9:00 am - Kids Day Out
5:30 pm - Evening Prayer (NO Contemplative Eucharist)
7:00 pm - Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, May 8
9:00 am - Kids Day Out
12:30 pm - KDO Board Meeting 5:30 pm - AA
Friday, May 9
9:00 am - Kids Day Out
Saturday May 10
6:00 pm - 8:45 pm - CFM Gathering, SWIMMING at Jones Center
Sunday, May 11
8:00 am – Holy Eucharist Rite I
9:15 am - Christian Formation for all ages
10:30 am – Holy Eucharist Rite II
4:00 pm - EFM
5:00 pm - EYC
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