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Morning Prayer: Sixth Sunday of Easter

If you love me, you will keep my word, and my Father will love John 14:23

Lay Readers: Ross Thomson and Kim Phillips

Readings:   Acts 17:22-31                  Psalm 66:7-18

                  1 Peter 3:13-22                  John 14:15-21

Collect:

Merciful God, you have prepared for those who love you riches beyond imagination. Pour into our hearts such love toward you, that we, loving you above all things, may obtain your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Please join us for fellowship and refreshments in the Parochial Hall following the 10 am service.

Secretary’s Office Hours: The office Secretary office can be reached at 467-8466 or send an email to cotasecretary@gmail.com and it will be attended to.

Secretary will be back on May 13^th with her normal hours of Wednesday 11am-4pm and Friday 9-10am

Rector’s Office Hours: The Rector will be on Holidays from April 27th to June 4th. The Rev. Canon James Bardsley will be overseeing the parish during his absence. Leave message as Rev. James will check daily

Vestry: Members meet on May 12^th at 7 pm in the Board Room.

Volunteers are needed for all three days including packing up after the sale. Please contact Kathy at 204-467-5307 to sign up or with any inquiries.

Happening around us:

Restoring the Lantern: St. Thomas has reached a pivotal moment. Our roof urgently needs repair, and if it isn’t addressed, our building — and the ministry it shelters — will be at risk.Our building is more than bricks and beams. It is the lantern that shelters worship, welcome, and essential community outreach. Our goal is $50,000, and there are a number of ways to give. Donate: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/st-thomas-church/campaign/Restoring-the-lantern/

Whether you’re able to give or simply help by sharing this campaign, thank you for helping keep the lantern shining.”

Tuesday: May 19^th, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm, St John’s College (92 Dysart Road). “The Renewed Canadian Welcome Book Tour.” Join us for the launch of an exciting new book on migrant justice out this spring with McGill-Queen’s University Press. St John’s is pleased to partner with Citizens for Public Justice (CPJ) to host this conversation. If your church engages in refugee ministry or is just interested in being a better community partner for new immigrants, you won’t want to miss this. This event is in person and will also be live streamed.

The Diocesan Magazine (RLN’s e-magazine: Rupert’s Land News) can be found on a link on the Diocesan newsletter. Catch up for so much more on The RLN Weekly Newsletter

DID YOU KNOW?

Subject: How to Walk with Indigenous Peoples on the Path to Healing

Week 21: Mentor Indigenous Youth

“Becoming a mentor to Indigenous youth is a rewarding experience and a meaningful, significant part of your reconciliation journey.”  David Robertson

Week 22: Learn the History of The Potlatch Ceremony

“A potlatch is a vital ceremonial institution practiced by Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest Coast to celebrate major life events, transfer rights, and affirm social status through feasting, dancing, and significant gift-giving. Hosted by chiefs and families, this “giving” ceremony acts as a crucial, traditional method for passing down history and validating community identity”

This is just and overview

Next Week: May 17^th 2026

Holy Eucharist

Seventh Sunday of Easter: Ascension Day

Celebrant: Rev. James Bardsley, Lay Reader: Joneen Livingston

Readings: Acts 1:1-11                                     Psalm 47

                 Ephesians 1:15-23                           Luke 24:44-53