BULLETIN BOARD
For pastoral emergencies, contact Rev. Michael Conrad, 861-2493 or 876-2963 or Rev. Judie Lafford (Associate Priest) 446–0229. For other matters, contact the wardens: Linda Strachan, 876-0292, or Lloyd Miller, 876-8508.
The Monday evening Bible Study Fellowship Group will resume meetings on January 4th and 18th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm, and the Tuesday Group on January 5th and 19th, 2:00pm - 3:30pm. The Old Testament Book of Ecclesiastes will be the focus of our study. Let us begin another new year studying a Book which speaks so directly to our hearts and minds about the real meaning and purpose of life and living! Make it your top priority New Year’s resolution.
Anyone wishing to place flowers in the church in memory of loved ones for Christmas, please use the flower fund envelope in the entranceway of the church and place your envelope on the collection plate no later than Sunday, Dec. 20th so the names are listed in the bulletin for Christmas. Any questions, please contact Linda Strachan or Judy Sanford.
Prayer Group meets Wednesday mornings, from 10:30 - 11:30. All are welcome.
A NOTE FROM THE CHOIR: We are currently learning the music of the Sewanee service (the music to be used in the Celebration 2010 service). The first music we are learning is the Kyrie (Lord, Have Mercy), followed by the Gloria and the Sanctus and Benedictus. When we are familiar enough with this music, it will be gradually introduced into the Eucharist service. The various selections will also be played on the piano or organ before the service each Sunday.
Exploring the Heart of Christianity: On the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month, Rev. Mike Conrad invites you to join in a study of the book, The Heart of Christianity by Marcus Borg. Borg is a contemporary biblical scholar who encourages us to be open to an emerging paradigm for Christianity in the 21st century. Our study will open some new possibilities and provides material for some great discussions.
JANUARY 2010 MINISTRIES THAT ARE NEEDED: Someone to volunteer to do our weekly bulletin. Also, new choir members are welcome. Anyone willing to do any one of these ministries, please contact Rev. Mike, Rev. Judie or the Wardens, Linda and Lloyd. Thank you.
Merry Christmas! greetings should soon start arriving in our mailboxes. Please remember to save the postage stamps for the Canadian Bible Society project of the ACW. Remember that there should be 1/4 inch of envelope around the stamps; feel free to submit a large portion of the envelope if you haven’t time to trim it. We don’t mind trimming to the 1/4 inch border. Thank you.
Today is the deadline for Our Third Annual "Christmas Wish List" in support Phoenix Youth from ages 16-24 years. Donations of new clothing, knitted or crocheted hats & mitts, bus tickets, movie tickets, Tim Horton tickets, toiletries, and home-baked cookies are some of the suggested items.
FUTURISTIC REVIEW: We are conducting a review of the total ministry in our parish. All parishioners are invited to participate by putting forward your comments, suggestions and recommendations. Any comment or suggestion, big or small, will be appreciated. Comments may be provided verbally, in writing or by e-mail. Also, a suggestion box has been placed at the back of the church.
Hall/Kitchen Renovations: Of the $30,000 fundraising goal for the past two years expenditures, over $15,000 has been raised so far. Thank you for your continued support for this much needed project.
The Weekly Bulletin, Cycles of Prayer and Rector’s Report are now available on our Parish Web Site (http://blthanglicans.ca) , under the "Parishioners Section". To access this information along with Council Minutes, Monthly Financial Statements and Annual Reports, you will need the username (blthparish) and password (876mmlj).
Anyone who would like Offering Envelopes please see the Greeter/ Sidesperson on duty at the door or contact Tom Richardson, 876-2165.
PWRDF: There are inmemorium cards for the Primates Fund on the table at the back of the church. They are self explanatory and a worthwhile way of remembering friends or relatives as this fund assists people around the world.
The Sacred Heart Food Bank is in need of the following items: Peanut butter, jam, canned fruit, canned meat, soda crackers, tea, coffee, pancake mix, syrup, juice, ready made pudding and cookies.(no baby food please) Thank you for your continued support.
Anyone having a change in their address or telephone number, please contact Tom Richardson 876-2165.
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE: If you would like the name/s of loved ones written in the Book of Remembrance on the anniversary of their death, please call Tim Edwards at 876-7785. If possible, to ensure correct spelling, please give Tim the names in writing a week or two before the anniversary.
Anyone wishing to put a notice in the bulletin, please contact Judy Sanford 876-2080 (email: sanfof@eastlink.ca). I would appreciate having notices by Wednesday evenings please. Thank you.
CYCLES OF PRAYER
ANGLICAN CYCLE OF PRAYER: Pray for Willochra (South Australia) -
The Rt. Revd. Gary Weatherill.
DIOCESAN CYCLE OF PRAYER:
Maitland, NS: Rev. Beverley DeVouge.
Stewiacke and Shubenacadie, NS: Rev. Lloyd Ripley.
Pray for all people and their ministries in our Companion Diocese of Moosonee, particularly: St. Peter’s-on-the-Rock, Kirkland Lake.
St. Paul’s, Virginiatown
Pray for the preparations being made for ‘Celebration 2010' in the Regions and the Diocese.
PROVINCIAL PRAYER CARE:
LET US GIVE THANKS FOR:
- The faithful work of our Synod Office Team.
- The joy of Christmas Season.
PLEASE PRAY FOR: Diocese of Central Newfoundland
Bishop Cyrus Pitman
Dec. 17 - Bishop’s Planning Day
OUR PARISH CYCLE OF PRAYER: - Helen Clattenburg, Wayne & Joan Clements, John Cochran, Tony & Tausha Coffey, Andrew & Karen Collier, Noble & Doris Colp; and their families.
THE SICK OF OUR PARISH: Roisin, Barb, Liz, Marshal, Sue.
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE: Bishop Robert Harold Waterman, Donald Gordon Richardson, William Edward Hibberd, Donald Martin, Suzan Walsh "Rest eternal grant unto them O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon them. AMEN."