WEEKLY BULLETIN FOR May 18th, 2025 5th Sunday of Easter Worship readings for this week’s 5th Sunday of Easter, May 18th are: Acts 11:1-18; Psalm 148; Revelation 21:1-6; John 13:31-35 Worship readings for next week’s 6th Sunday of Easter, May 25th are: Acts 16:9-15; Psalm 67; Revelation 21:10, 22-22:5; John 14:23-29 Or John 5:1-9 THIS PRAYER MINISTRY IS MOST IMPORTANT RIGHT NOW! Your prayers DO MAKE a difference. Please take additional time in your day and in you daily prayers for those most vulnerable and in need of healing. We reverently keep in our prayers, family, friends, loved ones, and all in need. We pray especially for those listed in this bulletin and those in our hearts and minds this day.
Prayers for all those in need of Health and Healing including our Parishioners homebound or in Long Term Care facilities: Vic T., Barb & Ted D., Deb L., Rick & Karen P., Randy V., Gerry M., Marge W., David L., Kyra, Gloria, Craig T., Dave D., Margaret C., Jessica W., Diane L., Ed N., Mary G., Brenda P., Dan L., Joanne P., David H., Meghan R., Ted D., Alvin, Jean F., Saraann, Mary B., Maisie, Solange H., Terry, Cavell, Karen C., Dan, Philip W., Raymie D., Ted M., James L., Nancy, Marilyn A., Molly Rose, Al & Yvonne, Sandy M., Linda R., Steve I., Kathryn H., Kathy G., Bea, Jennifer A., Luke, Lucy, Edith, Jerry, Carol, Petra, Dave, Leona, and Junia.
HTSSM Prayer List If you would like to have yourself; a family member; or a loved one, included on the Prayer List or Long Term Care list we are now asking for a new submission to be sent directly to our new dedicated email at: [email protected]. 1) Please indicate the person who is to be allocated, 2) advise if you’d like the initial of their Last Name to be included, and 3) if able, please indicate if there is a length of time you’d like their name to be upheld. Please also share with us as God meets your needs so that we may rejoice with you; or send a follow up email to remove a name from the Prayer list when needed. Sincerely and Respectfully, Allison G.
As a parish family, those noted below have a place of importance for us to hold in tribute and remembrance. MAY ALTAR FLOWERS: May 4 - Given to the Glory of God by Leslie Savard in Celebration of Volunteer Week with thanks to all volunteers at Holy Trinity St. Stephen's Memorial. May 11 - Given to the Glory of God by Rob & Miriam Hewitt in loving memory of Miriam's mom Winifred, Rob's mom Marjorie, and his sister Wendy. May 18 - Given to the Glory of God by Vince McCarthy and family in memory of Joan, loving wife and mother. May 25 - Given to the Glory of God Karen Beuermann in memory of her loving husband Wayne.
Midweek Worship and Community Time at HTSSM Please note there are no mid-week services scheduled at this time. Please continue to monitor for any changes in the future. Thank you! Social Events Committee Meeting Our next meeting is on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 1pm* as we continue our planning of Parish events throughout this year! Please join us if you are interested in any upcoming events or wish to plan future ones. *Please note meeting time for those who are available during the daytime. Thanks! Morning Coffee Group in the Fireside Lounge Ladies Coffee Hour will again be held on Tuesday, May 27 at 10am in the Fireside Lounge; and will continue the last Tuesday of every month until otherwise stated. All are welcome! Please come and have a coffee or tea, relax and chat along with some laughs. Blessings Sharron
ANNOUCEMENT OF INDUCTIONS On behalf of Bishop Townshend, the Venerable Amanda Longmoore will induct the Reverend Jordan Murray as the Rector of Holy Trinity-St. Stephen’s Memorial, London, on Sunday, 25 May at 4:00 p.m. The preacher will be the Reverend Canon June Hough. Clergy are invited to vest, the colour being white. A light reception will follow the service in the Fireside Lounge. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ On behalf of Bishop Townshend, the Venerable Dr Stephen McClatchie will induct the Venerable Amanda Longmoore as the Incumbent and the Reverend Rob Henderson as the Rector of St. Aidan’s, London, on Sunday, 1 June at 7:00 p.m. The preacher will be the Reverend Michael DeKay. Clergy are invited to vest, the colour being white. A reception will follow the service. ALTAR FLOWERS Have you thought of Donating Altar Flowers in Memory, Celebration or Gratitude? Currently we have openings for both June 1st and 29th and most of August. If you prefer another time of the year, just let us know. Please contact Jeanette @ 226-456-8776 to further discuss. HTSSM SPRING CLEAN UP Calling all Gardeners, those who want to be gardeners or folks that just like getting down and messy in the dirt, leaves, nature, mother earth, or just plain enjoying nature at its best! We need your help! Please join us for an overall cleanup of the yard and gardens at HTSSM on Saturday May 31st (rain date June 7th). The festivities will begin at 9:30am and will include fun games such as raking leaves, speed shovelling, trash races, and perhaps even an impromptu garden parade, followed with a prize for the dirtiest hands! Bring your shovels and rakes or choice of weapons for clobbering leaves, weeds, twigs etc., from the rear parking lot and general pick up of garbage. Trash bags will be provided. We will also be sprucing up the Memorial Garden and Book Nook garden in preparation for a lovely summer of services, meditation, prayers, or rejoicing in quiet time while enjoying our mother earth in all its glory! Let’s not forget our front area either! As an extra enticement, all labourers will be paid in full with coffee, juice, and tasty snacks and much appreciated thankfulness from each of us who enjoy our Worship area both inside and out. Many hands make light work! Please see sign up sheet in the Fireside Lounge or contact Beth at 519-709-2123. Sincerest thanks from your keen and tireless Property steward, Beth M. and Faithful Wardens: Harry, Heather, Dave K. & Rick H. BOOK NOOK ANNIVERSARY SALE AND BBQ FUNDRAISER Mark your Calendars!! Saturday June 21st, from 10-3pm, HTSSM will be hosting the Book Nook’s 4th anniversary with another huge sale and everyone’s favourite outdoor BBQ! Bring your friends, family, and neighbours! This is the best time to stock up for all your summer reading! As well as finding your next favourite DVD, or puzzle! All proceeds will support HTSSM mission and ministry. HTSSM History Book Committee Hello Folks. Just a quick reminder that our team is looking for any personal, church group or parish event photographs. Please autograph the back so they can be returned. If we get a chance to publish a photo of yours’ we will ask for a brief story of your memories associated with it. Big thanks for your help. Contact people on the team are: Chuck M., Miriam H., Dave P., Leslie S., Lynda S., Marge W., Dave K., Berend S., Pat E., Heather G.
Attention Book lovers!! Everyone is familiar with our beloved Book Nook located in the old rectory behind the church. We are excited to announce that the Book Nook that houses hundreds of books, is now all Half-priced at only 50 cents each. The books are sorted by genre (nonfiction), by author (A-Z), and there also a room full of children's books. There are also DVDs, CDs, puzzles and games...all only 50 cents each! Come check us out while there is still plenty of selection to choose from! The Book Nook is open every Saturday from 10-3. HIGH PRAISE FOR HTSSM’S AFTERNOON TEA The afternoon was an overwhelming success receiving wonderful compliments from many who attended. Here are just two of several gracious responses: “The High Tea on Sunday was possibly the best I've ever attended. Over the years I have enjoyed High Tea at many venues, including Empress Hotel in Victoria, BC, Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, Alberta and Chateau Frontenac, Quebec City. As well, years ago at Simpson's (Arcadian Court) and Eaton's (Georgian Room) in Toronto High Tea was a special treat for myself and my daughters when we visited Toronto. None were any better than what we enjoyed at HTSSM on Sunday May 4th. Kudos to all who organized and made this day possible. I do hope they'll do it again. Bev Bell” “Many Thanks Alison, Leslie & Your Team of Helpers, for a magnificent Afternoon Tea experience yesterday. I have never been to an Afternoon Tea, with such a variety of delicious, delicacies, desserts & teas. It was a wonderful happy time, with tons of food, lots of laughter, and fellowship. Kindest Thoughts Of You Both. Hugs & Blessings Miriam xo” We would like to send a shout out of special thanks to all those that contributed both with food, prep, and cleanup. The success of the day was indeed due to a team effort, and it was certainly a concerted effort from everyone involved! Just as importantly, we’d like to extend a very notable Thank You to Carol Hill’s Trio of comedy, and to Jessica for her skilled Tea Sommelier presentation. Their outstanding contributions were instrumental in our success and provided a delightful element to the overall event. We had approximately 60 in attendance, and while it wasn't the main objective, we also raised a remarkable $870 for Mission & Ministry after expenses. With gratitude, Leslie and Allison CC Carrothers Breakfast Program Once again, C.C. Carrothers public school is accepting donations for their snack and breakfast program. The drop off basket is still located in the ‘Sowing’ room at the back of the church, with the list of items they can accept. Please Note: MUST BE PACKAGED SNACKS ONLY. Thank you in advance. Liz.
Assistive Listening System Assistive listening devices (ALDs) help amplify the sounds you want to hear, especially where there's a lot of background noise. Our audio system in the church is now equipped for Assistive Listening. Anyone with a hearing aid that has Bluetooth capabilities can pick up the signal. Any questions please see Rick Hill or Rev Rob for more information. Blue Shirts: There has been renewed interest in regards to purchasing the HTSSM Blue shirts. If you would like to obtain one, please contact Beth at 519-709-2123 or [email protected]. Thank you!
Christ Church Cemetery History Book for Sale “Christ Church Anglican Glanworth Cemetery 1845 - 2021, A History” A note from the Author: I took over the management of Christ Church Anglican Cemetery Glanworth in 2017 and received 173 years of records that told an interesting history of this pioneer cemetery and the Glanworth community. It included Board minutes from 1923 on and information about the founding of this parish in 1844 when a local benefactor (Mary Watson) donated 12 acres of her farm that she was granted from land agent Thomas Talbot in 1844 for a church and cemetery. I didn't want these records to go back in the file and be forgotten so I wrote a short history from what I found. The pioneers buried here tell the human story of the settlement of the Glanworth area. I did further research to create a complete burial register to the present (2021) and some interesting details about some of them. You will find many names you may recognize along with photos of our informal arboretum that make the cemetery so enchanting and peaceful. If you wish to buy a copy of this book ($10), it is available at St. Stephens or from me at [email protected]. As there are a limited number left, we may be printing a second edition if there is enough interest. Regards, Wayne
HTSSM’s “Sowing Room” is a growing success! As the Summer season continues, our Parish continues to collect items for the many Outreach Ministries we support. Bread is needed for the Glen Cairn Bread Program. Food donations of canned fruit, vegetables, fish and meat, soups, pasta, cereal, and spaghetti sauce are always gratefully received for the St. Paul's Food Bank and Ark Aide. Granola Bars and bottles water are still being collected to be distributed to those experiencing homelessness in our community. Underwear, socks, shoes, and lunch boxes are needed for London Community Chaplaincy and C.C. Carrothers. Anything you can offer is a huge support and your donations sow seeds of hope and love to our neighbors! Please drop off any items in the large basket located in the lounge or see Beth for details. Thank you for your generosity!
Options for Tithing & Contributions! With the summer months here and many on holidays, we’d like to remind all Parishioners of the following options to help continue with their summer offertory. 1) Deliver to the office on Wednesday mornings during our regular office hours. Please call Jeanette at 226-456-8776 before you come to confirm availability. 2) Mail a cheque indicating your Envelope No. to HTSSM, 727 Southdale Rd. E., London, ON N6E 1A9. Please do not send cash through the mail. 3) E-transfer your givings to [email protected] In the Notes Field, please indicate the allocation as ‘Offertory’, or other specification as desired (ie: Altar Flowers, PWRDF etc.). 4) In addition, you are always encouraged to consider pre-authorized payments (PAP) on a recurring monthly date of your choice. Please contact the office directly for more details. We thank you for your continued support of this essential ministry at HTSSM.
Composting @ HTSSM For our gardens and the environment, we are very thankful for everyone that is contributing to our composting bins. It is a wonderful way to help with the health and growth of our parish garden. If you are not using a composter at home, we at HTSSM would like you to give us a helping hand. If you would bring your compost to the church on Sundays and leave it by the Blue Shed, we will put it in our composter for you. Not only will this keep scraps out of the landfill but will save us from having to buy soil for our garden. Acceptable items include: 1. All fruit and vegetable scraps including peels. 2. Coffee grounds (filters if unbleached); compostable coffee pods; tea bags. 3. Egg shells well crunched. Please remember no meat, bones, or plastic. All necessary grass clippings and leaves will be supplied from church property to give a nitrogen & carbon balance. Many thanks from your Friendly Gardeners on a Mission!
PLEASE SAVE YOUR BREAD BAGS!! The Meat Pie Ladies are asking folks to please collect your empty bread bags as they need them for meat pies. The easiest way to store the bags is to fold and place them in an empty Kleenex box. When the box is full, just pass them on to Pat or Carolyn. Thanks!
Ark Aid Street Mission Please visit The Ark’s face group page (@arkaidlondon) as they regularly list the top items needed. Each week we will also list their top needs below. Please help whenever possible or contact Beth for more information. With Spring here Ark Aid will no longer be accepting Winter donations, thank you everyone for your kind donations getting them through the colder months of the year. Beginning Monday, March 27, all clothing donations will need to be dropped off at The Ark (696 Dundas St. Location). Top 5 Needs: 1. Underwear; 2. Running Shoes; 3. Hoodies; 4. Pants; 5. Light Weight Jackets. Ongoing items always include: socks, underwear; blankets, sheets, hygiene products, toiletries (even if partly filled). Top 5 Food Needs: 1. Potatoes; 2. Noodles (except Spaghetti); 3. Frozen Mixed Vegetables; 4. Frozen Meat. As they serve cooked meals, they are always looking for meats, veggies, potatoes, cookies, granola bars, coffee, tea, anything helps.
Book Nook - HOURS The Book Nook's Open Times are: Saturdays from 10- 3pm You’ll find used books from dozens of authors, genres, and multiple subjects, as well as a children’s room. There are puzzles, CD’s, DVD’s, and also featuring unique handcrafted Art and Paintings by local artists for sale.
NEW ALTAR FLOWER PRICING Please read following message regarding the current upkeep of the weekly Altar flower ministry. Due to the cost of fresh flowers having risen considerably in past months, it has been agreed upon that some new options will be offered going forward. Here are the three selections that people will have to choose from. Option 1 - Fresh Flowers will be purchased and arranged at a cost of $60.00 per family. Option 2 - You can split the cost of fresh flowers with another family for the same weekend at a price of $30.00 per family. Option 3 - In lieu of the cost of fresh flowers, Silk flowers will be arranged at the altar and your money will be donated to one of the designated HTSSM outreach projects. We have set a $20.00 minimum donation, but the dollar value can be whatever you wish. Each option will still acknowledge you and your loved one’s dedication in the bulletin. Jeanette will be calling everyone each month to get your decision. Memorial information for each weekend will still be noted in bulletin. If you have any questions, please speak directly to Jeanette or contact the church office. Meat Pies Delicious chicken and beef pies are available at $4 each. Please call or email Carolyn Keegan if you're interested.
Social Care Committee The Social Care Committee is composed of a group of parishioners who regularly visit and maintain caring relationships with HTSSM parishioners who have limited or no access to weekly services at the church. If you know of a parishioner who would benefit from such visits, or if you’d like more information about how to get involved with this meaningful ministry, please speak to Heather Gough in person or at [email protected].
T.O.P.S. (Take off Pounds Sensibly) This group is now meeting every Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm in our Fireside Lounge. The weekly fee is $3 with an annual membership of approximately $60. This is an inexpensive way to obtain support in your journey to a healthier lifestyle. Since your first meeting is FREE, give it a try. Please use the rear door by our Veterans' Garden to gain access to their meeting.
BREAD OUTREACH PROGRAM We are once again giving out Bread every Tuesday from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Glen Cairn Community Resource Centre, as well as assisting in the overall work of the centre. Should you be able to donate Whole Wheat Bread, please bring it to the church on Sunday. You can leave it at the back of the church entrance, and Jeanette will deliver it to G.C.C.R.C. for Tuesdays. Although HTSSM is only there Tuesday, the Centre is open to the Community on Mondays and Thursdays for food and bread outreach. Thank you to everyone donating to the Bread Outreach program through their weekly/monthly donations. It has been much appreciated. Also: GCCRC would appreciate any gently used winter coats, clothes, boots, scarves, hats, etc.; for all ages from babies to adults. Please leave your donations at the back of the entrance of the Church and once again Jeanette will deliver them. Many Thanks for supporting our Outreach at GCCRC.
El Sistema South London - Ability through Drumming You probably know about El Sistema South London's string group since it has played several of our services and concerts in the past. Did you know we also started a drumming school for severely challenged kids at St. Anne's Anglican Church in Byron? During the shutdown, everything stopped on a dime. Now, we are planning on starting up again in mid-October and need coaches. These kids are very fragile. We have a Doctor who acts as a coach, so it is well managed. We have seen severely autistic kids overcome their conditions at these classes through music. If you are interested in helping out, please see or email Dave McEwen at [email protected]. We will get you the information you need. Please check out this very worthwhile effort.
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CLOSED CAPTION - YouTube VIDEO OPTION: Did you know that if you are viewing the Sunday Services online, there should be a symbol on your computer, cell phone or iPad that shows a symbol indicating CLOSED CAPTION? If you click on the symbol you will be able to read what is being said. ________________________________________________
Further to one of Rev Rob’s previous Wednesday's check-in, here are the authors and a few titles that he suggested for personal reading: John Collins (Intro to Old Testament) Bart Ehrman (The New Testament), N T. Wright (Surprised by Hope, Simply Christian) N T. Wright (God and the Pandemic) Marcus Borg (The Heart of Christianity) , Brian McLaren (The Great Spiritual Migration) Brian McLaren (We Make the Road by Walking), Henri Nouwen (Wounded Healer, Return of the Prodigal Son)
In addition to the above suggested readings, here are a few from other parishioners: Allison G’s reading list: Nancy L. Bieber (Decision Making & Spiritual Discernment: The Sacred Art of Finding Your Way) Rachel Held Evans (Searching for Sundays; Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again) Dietrich Bonhoeffer (Life Together: The Classic Exploration of Christian Community)
Colin Shutt’s reading list: Frederick Buechner (pronounced buckner) Wishful thinking: A seekers’ ABC; Whistling in the dark: A doubter's dictionary; Peculiar treasures: A biblical who's who Rowan Williams - Being Christian
Community Outreach - Being the Church in a Time of Crisis There is still much need in our communities for us to find ways of being the hands of Jesus in the world, especially for the most vulnerable of our neighbours. The latest newsletter, Spring 2020, was sent from Rev. Pam Cullen at the London Community Chaplaincy and you are encouraged to read it, especially the section titled "Serve". For those who have the means, this is a wonderful way ‘to be the church’ in our neighbourhood. A copy of the newsletter is available for download from our Community Outreach page under the Ministries Menu.
Local Community Food Banks are still in need of donations! The Food Cupboard at Westminster Park Community Church on the corner of Southdale and Millbank is still open and currently accepting food donations at their front door. If you are able to help, please drop off your donation and ring the doorbell for pick up in order to observe physical distancing. Their most needed items are: cereal/pancake mix, peanut butter, canned meat/tuna, Kraft dinner, pasta and pasta sauce, soup and crackers and of course…toilet paper! You can find more information at their website: https://londoncommunitychaplaincy.com
St. Paul's Social Services Food Bank St. Paul's Fellowship Centre is currently closed for Lunch Distribution due to the impact of the Covid-19 crisis, but the Food Bank is still open and the staff and volunteers are dedicated to assist the community during this difficult time. Food and Monetary donations are always welcome and accepted. For donations please visit their website: http://stpaulssocialservices.ca. For the safety of staff and clients, they are offering service and intake by phone and web. For inquiries please call: 519-673-3242 or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/St.PaulsSocialServices ________________________________________________
During current Pandemic restrictions, all meetings are temporarily suspended until further notice. Recurring Meeting Times: Next Social Events Committee Mtg: Mon at 7pm Next Euchre & Games Night: Wed at 7pm Next Parish Council Mtg: Thurs at 7pm Next Ladies Coffee Hour: Tues at 10am
