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Thursday Notes
April 25, 2024
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Friends –
Wanna come to the beach with me?
I’d like to extend an invitation to you to join me for a great long weekend at the Diocese of West Texas’ Family Camp at the Mustang Island Conference Center, starting Thursday, June 27th to Sunday, June 30th. To call it “camp” really doesn’t describe what it is – it is a very low-key time for you to enjoy the beach, some great food and nice people. I’m there to say some prayers each evening, hang out, and we have a lovely Eucharist Sunday morning.
Some favorite things about it – the camp staff sets up great shelters, chairs, and beach toys for the children each day. You even get your own wagon to pull down to the beach along the lovely boardwalk. Food and lodging are included in the affordable price – couples are just $620 and family of four is $990. (See the website for more details on pricing.) Also, don’t let the cost be an obstacle for you – the diocese has a great scholarship program, and I can help you with that too. By the way, the food is excellent.
If that weekend doesn’t work for you, go to another session, you’ll be glad you did. Also, don’t forget about the brilliant Camp Capers program for children and youth. (We can get you help to pay for that as well if you need it.) I know several St. Thomas families have already registered for my session – how fun it would be if we filled it up with families from our church.
Lastly, look below for the registration for our Vacation Bible School, June 17-21. It’s not too early to secure your child’s spot (we will need to cap it off around 200 children) and to volunteer.
God bless you this week – let us know how to pray for and support you. Hope to see you Sunday!
Blessings - Mike+
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Join us Sundays:
Rite I ~ 8:00am ~ in person only
Rite II ~ 10:00am ~ in person and live streamed on YouTube
Children's Church (ages 3-5th grade) ~ 10:00am ~ in person
Nursery Open at 9:00am
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Ascension Evensong and Dinner
Thursday, May 9th
6:30pm Evensong in the Church
7:00pm Potluck Dinner in the Parish Hall
Join us for the Festal Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Ascension. Following worship stay and connect with us for a potluck style dinner. Main course and beverages will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. Let us know you're coming and what you plan to bring by emailing the Church Office.
Canticles:
Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in C,
Ralph Vaughan Williams
Anthem:
O Clap Your Hands,
Ralph Vaughan Williams
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Acolytes Needed
We love to have our youth involved in our worship services! We are looking for youth, rising 3rd grade through 12th grade, to join our Acolyte ministry and assist with our worship services on Sunday mornings. If you are interested or have any questions email the Church Office.
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Children's Music Program
Kinder-5th Grade
Wednesdays 4:30pm-6:00pm
We invite children in Kindergarten-5th grade to join us for our Children’s Music program. During our weekly rehearsals we learn many important tools for life. In addition to singing and playing instruments, we learn basic musical concepts, respect for others, teamwork, and discipline. We also learn biblical stories and Christian values in the songs we sing. The Children’s Choir sings once a month at the 10:00am service.
For more information or to register,
contact Children's Music Director, PJ Waite at pjwaite@tom1604.org.
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Join the Choir
Bell Choir Rehearsals
Tuesdays—6:00pm—7:00pm
Choir Rehearsals
Wednesdays—6:30pm-8:00pm
For more information, contact Minister of Music, Ryan Becker at rbecker@tom1604.org
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Prayers of Healing
The St. Thomas Healing Ministry is available on Sundays after Communion in the Chapel at the 8:00am and 10:00am service. If you are not able to attend church on Sundays and would like to receive prayers of healing, please contact the Church Office.
If you are interested in joining our ministry, learning about healing,
or in need of concentrated prayers contact the Church Office.
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Discipleship Hour - Sundays at 9:00am
Fellowship with God—A Study of 1 John
in the Parish Hall
led by Fr. Mike Michie
Do you want to know how to walk closer with God? Join Father Mike for a study of 1 John. We will read the book through together over the weeks and learn about what John teaches about how to walk closer and more authentically with Christ. Father Mike will give a teaching on each passage with a discussion to follow.
Children’s Sunday School
Ages 3-5th grade
in Room 112
Nursery open at 9:00a.m.
Discipleship for Moms
in Room 111
led by Paige Martin
Connect with us on Sundays as we study Ten Women of the Bible, by Max Lucado. All moms are welcome! Each week we will dive into the stories of 10 pivotal biblical women, including Sarah, Rahab, Abigail, Esther, Sapphira, Mary Magdalene, and others. Together we will explore their lives, engage in fellowship, and encourage one another.
Youth Confirmation Class
in the Church Library
led by Rev. Allie Melancon
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Morning Prayer on YouTube
Streamed Monday - Saturday
on YouTube
Video available starting at 5:15am daily.
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Adult Confirmation Class
Saturday, May 4th
9:00am-2:00pm
in the Church Library
If you are interested in confirmation, reception, or reaffirmation register here.
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Quiet Day: Come. Be. The Art of Calm
Saturday, May 4th, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Bishop Jones Center
Join Roger Hutchison, Director of Chistian Formation and Parish Life at Palmer Memorial Episcopal Church in Houston, as he leads a Quiet Day focused on The Art of Calm. Register by emailing here.
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Vacation Bible School
Scuba: Diving into Friendship with God
Monday, June 17th– Friday, June 21st
9:00am-12:00pm daily
Ages 3—5th Grade
Cost: $25.00
Register to participate or volunteer HERE. Participants must register by June 1st to be guaranteed a VBS t-shirt.
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Summer Music Camp
Monday, June 24th — Thursday, June 27th
9:00am-12:00pm daily
Kinder—5th Grade
Cost: $25.00
Register online HERE.
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Week at a Glance
Morning Prayer on YouTube ~ Mondays - Saturdays
Men's Bible Study ~ Tuesdays, 7:00am, Woehler Family Center
Morning Prayer ~ Tuesdays, 9:00am, Zoom
Hand Bell Choir Rehearsal ~ Tuesdays, 6:00pm, in the Choir Room
Eucharist Rite II ~ Wednesdays, 12:00pm, Chapel of the Cross
Children's Music Program & Choir ~ Wednesdays, 4:30pm, in the Choir Room
Choir Rehearsal ~ Wednesdays, 6:30pm, in the Choir Room
Bible Study with Fr. Mike ~ Thursdays, 9:30am, Zoom
Ice Cream on Sundays ~ before or after church in the courtyard
Contact the Church Office for Zoom link.
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Interested in one of our Lunch Fellowship Groups?
Have questions about the group?
Would you like a weekly email reminder about lunch?
Join our private email list! Email the Church Office to be added.
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St. Thomas Book Club
Thursday, May 2nd
6:30pm in the Parlor
This month's book up for discussion is The Women by Kristin Hannah. Our discussion will be led by Pat Newberry. For questions or to RSVP, email the Church Office.
Below is a list of the upcoming readings.
June 6th
Everything Happens for a Reason: And Other Lies I've Loved
by Kate Bowler
Host: Mary Curlee
July 11th
Death Comes to the Archbishop
by Willa Cather
Host: Debbie Smith
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Sewing Group
"A Gathering of Friends"
Saturday, May 11th
9:00am-3:00pm
in the Parish Hall
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Men's Meat Burning
May 16th at 6:30pm
Host: Victor Llana
25 Inwood Autumn, San Antonio, TX 78248
Bring your choice of meat (to grill) and $6.00 for the host (to help with the cost of sides).
All adult men are welcome!
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Mustang Island Family Camp
June 27th—June 30th
Join Fr. Mike and Laurie as they serve as leaders at Mustang Island Family Camp. At camp your family has the opportunity to unplug, relax, and reconnect with what is most important—family, faith, community, and God’s glorious creation. We also encourage you to look at other weeks and consider the other camp opportunities we have. Register online HERE.
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Monday, May 13th
Meet at St. Thomas at
2:30pm or 3:30pm
Join the Community Outreach Ministry at Haven for Hope as we serve dinner to people in need. After volunteering, stay and connect with volunteers as we gather for dinner.
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Grocery Guys & Gals for
Santa Fe Episcopal Church
Friday, May 10th
7:15am meet at St. Thomas or
8:00am meet at San Antonio Food Bank or
8:15am meet at Santa Fe Episcopal Church
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ST. THOMAS CHILDREN'S CHURCH
Sundays at 10:00am
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Children’s Ministry Volunteers
Our Children’s Ministry is growing! We are currently looking for volunteers to help on Sunday mornings during our 10:00am Children’s Church. Volunteers must be 18 years old, willing to complete Safe Church Curriculum and submit a background check required by the Diocese, attend training on curriculum/lesson preparation, and serve one Sunday per month (during the 10:00am service). Please contact Children’s Minster, Kellie Phares if you are interested.
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Youth Group
Sunday, May 5th
4:30pm-6:00pm
in the Woehler Family Center
All youth 6th grade and up are welcome!
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Youth Confirmation Class
April 7th—May 19th
Sundays at 9:00am
in the Church Library
led by Rev. Allie Melancon
Confirmation Sunday - May 26th at 10:00am
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Graduation Sunday
Sunday, June 2nd at 10:00am
Join us in celebrating our 2024 graduating seniors. We will honor our graduates during the 10:00am service, hear a sermon from one of our graduating seniors, and celebrate with cake in the Parish Hall after service. Let us know if you have a graduating senior by clicking HERE.
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Parents and Youth:
Sign up for the Youth GroupMe and RemindApp.
Links Below.
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Donate to the STES Tiger Fund!
We Grow, We Learn, We Lead at STES.
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Church and School closed Friday, April 26th for Battle of the Flowers. | |
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St. Thomas Episcopal Church & School
1416 N. Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, TX 78232
www.tom1604.org | 210.494.3507
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