Soup and Theology

Our next Soup and Theology is this Wednesday. We are looking at the question of prayer and temperment. The Christian tradition has lots of resourses for prayer, and different ways of loving God. Come find out something about yourself and perhaps a different way to connect with God. We always have great conversations. Come and join us this Wednesday, Feb 29 from 6-7:30. Dinner is $3.

Announcements for the week of February 27

2012 Lenten Appeal from the Diocese

Dear Friends,
As we have pledged to walk along with our Indigenous brothers and sisters in Christ to address the legacy of cultural loss and abuse, it is appropriate that we continue to seek a road of healing and wholeness. I invite you, during this Lent, to join with me in supporting the (Council of the North) Suicide Prevention Program. Donations can be made through the Synod Office marked for “SPP”. Whether you choose to host an ongoing collection, a one-time offering contribution, or a special fundraising event, I hope this will be discussed in your parish so that we may offer both our financial and our prayer support to this important project.
I thank you for your consideration of this request, and I join with you in offering my prayers for all those for whom hope and light seem far away.
In Christ, the Rt. Rev. Jane Alexander, Bishop of Edmonton

Announcements

 Come to the church on Marck 17^th and celebrate ST. PATRICK’S DAY. We will decorate in green. We will have a potluck and maybe even sing! Join us from 6-8pm. All Welcome.

Volunteers need for COFFEE HOUR. What we really need would be people willing to clean up after the fellowship time after the 11am service.  If you can help out from time to time please talk to Fr. Steve or Kathleen Hancock.

MOM AND TOTS: For any mothers who have small children @ home and who would like a chance to get out and visit with other mothers while your children play, Shawna Cain has started a drop in mom and tots group here at the church on Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. There is a $2 drop in fee to cover insurance and other incidentals.

CRAFTS GROUP: drop in on Tuesday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm at the church for a chance to work on crafts, have some tea and have a chance to visit. All welcome.

In the Diocese:

The Diocese of Edmonton social justice conference “We Believe, We Can: end homelessness” will be held April 13-14^th at Prayerworks Hall, 11725-93 St., Edmonton

St Michael's Minute Week of February 5

Announcements

The theme for MESSY CHURCH this month is Valentine’s Day. Children and their family are welcome to come and explore what God’s love looks like through worship, crafts and dinner together. This Saturday from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. All Welcome. Please sign up or tell Fr. Steve if you are coming.

Our MEN’S BREAKFAST is this Saturday morning at 9:30am. All of the men are invited for fellowship and a delicious breakfast!

PARISH LIFE meeting on Monday evening.  All are welcome to come and plan social events for the parish.

Our SHROVE TUESDAY annual pancake dinner is coming up on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. We will be open from 5:30pm until 7pm. Drop by for pancakes, sausages and a chance to visit. There is a small charge for dinner.

Lent is coming up soon. We always begin the season with a moving service called ASH WEDNESDAY. Join us for worship and self-reflection on Wednesday, February 22 at 7pm.

MOM AND TOTS: For any mothers who have small children @ home and who would like a chance to get out and visit with other mothers while your children play, Shawna Cain has started a drop in mom and tots group here at the church on Tuesday mornings from 9am-11:30am. There is a $2 drop in fee to cover insurance and other incidentals.

CRAFTS GROUP: drop in on Tuesday afternoons from 1pm to 3pm at the church for a chance to work on crafts, have some tea and have a chance to visit. All welcome.

OFFICE HOURS on Wednesday Evenings: If you would like to talk to Fr. Steve he will be in the office from 6-8 either about the church or about your prayer life, or even just to visit. Please sign up on the sign up sheet for a space.

Upcoming Events:

Feb 19 Vestry Meeting

Feb 21 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner

Feb 22 Ash Wednesday Service