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"Honor God & Bless Others"
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Thursday Notes:
December 1, 2016
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Mary Loehman
It is with great sadness that we let you know former parishioner, Mary Loehman, passed away last week.
Please hold her family in your prayers.
Eternal rest grant unto Mary, O Lord,
And let light perpetual shine upon her.
May the souls of the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
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Baptism Class Cancelled
December Baptism class is cancelled, but there will be another opportunity in March of next year.
This Saturday's baptism class has been cancelled. Look for another opportunity to attend class in March of next year.
Contact the church office for more information on our baptism classes at 494-3507 or register online at:
www.tom1604.org/baptism-class-registration
The December Clarion is published, our thrilling monthly newsletter, and it will be arriving in homes throughout this week. You can view the online version for December 2016 here at our website:
www.tom1604.org/clarion-newsletter/
Did you know there's also a Youth Events Calendar that keeps up with all the exciting events going on with our St. Thomas Youth? The latest edition can be found online as well at:
www.tom1604.org/youth/
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 Parish Art & Music Festival
Sunday, December 4, 4pm to 6pm in Gosnell Hall
Come enjoy lovely music from our choir and an art exhibit from artists in the congregation and a reception to follow at our Parish Arts & Music Festival, on Sunday, Dec 4, from 4pm-6pm in Gosnell Hall!
Bring a friend! All are invited!
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St. Thomas Blood Drive
Sunday, December 4, at all 3 services
We had our best Blood Drive ever in September with 23 units being donated! Thanks to those who donated and those who tried!
This was five times in a row that we have had over 19 units given! Wow!
Our next Blood Drive is Sunday, December 4, from 8:30am to 12:30pm! They are sending two mobile units to help keep wait lines short. Please sign up for a time slot to make sure everyone has a chance to donate!
Sign up sheets will be in Gosnell Hall and Parish Hall the two Sundays before or sign up online at:
www.donatingforlife.org
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Christmas Children's Choir
For Pre-K through 4th grade. Rehearsals begin Sunday at 10:15am from now till Christmas.
Christmas Children's Choir (Pre-k through 4th grade)
Rehearsals on Sundays at 10:15 in school music room now till Christmas. This special Christmas choir will sing for the 5:00 pm Christmas Eve service. All are welcome.
If you have any questions please contact Ryan Becker, Director of Music, at
[email protected] or (210) 494-3507 ext. 220
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St. Thomas Angel Tree Project
Our Angel Tree will be placed in Gosnell Hall on Sunday, November 27. Please return all wrapped gifts under the tree by Sunday, December 11!
Beginning Sunday, November 27, we will have all the girls and boys from Santa Fe Mission Church on our Angel Tree in Gosnell Hall. This year we asked the children to give us some gift ideas, which will be on the back of the Angel. It's not necessary to do all the items on their lists, unless you just want to.
The tree will arrive on Sunday, November 27 with Angels attached. We need all presents back under the tree no later than Sunday, December 11 so that Santa's elves can deliver them in time for the folks at Santa Fe to distribute them. Please wrap the gifts and firmly attach the Angel to the tag.
If you have any questions, please call Judy Thompson at 887-2916 or Patty Barton at 844-2860.
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Youth Clothing Drive for C.A.M Ministries
Crisis assistance donations are needed! Please bring them to our booth in Gosnell Hall on Sundays, December 4, 11 and 18 before and after services.
Come Help Warm A Heart! Youth Clothing Drive for C.A.M.!
On Sundays, December 4, 11 and 18, visit our booth in Gosnell Hall!! Youth are collecting New Coats and Winter Clothes for families in crisis.
Also, New or Used Warm Shoes, Scarfs and Hats for children and adults are needed. Please drop your donations off at our booth in Gosnell Hall on Sundays and we will take the items over to the youth room. Youth are needed to collect items on Sundays Dec. 4, 11 & 18 before/after Services.
Questions about the clothing drive, please call or text Spencer Stocker at: 210-255-0006. To learn more about Christian Assistance Ministries, visit their website at
www.christianassistanceministry.org
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Christmas Poinsettia Donations
Dedicate a Christmas Poinsettia to a loved one for Christmas. See the form in this week's bulletin or online at: www.tom1604.org/poinsettia/
We invite you to dedicate a beautiful Christmas Poinsettia in honor or in loving memory of someone special to you which will be displayed through our holiday services and included on the leaflet in the service bulletin, for a suggestion donation of $15.
Orders may be placed on the form included in this Sunday's bulletin or online at
www.tom1604.org/p
oinsettia/
All Poinsettia Dedication orders must be made by
Sunday, December 18
to be included in our holiday services bulletin. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.
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Grief and the Holidays Workshop
Tuesday, December 2, 6:30pm in the conference room.
On Tuesday, December 6th, beginning at 6:30pm
we will have a "Grief and the Holidays" workshop in the Conference Room. Fr. Chuck and Edwin Sasek, a hospice chaplain, will be the facilitators of the 2-hour workshop. We will speak on adult grief and loss issues, and ways to manage these during the holidays. The workshop also allows an opportunity for the members of our community to support and minister to each other.
This event is open to anyone at St. Thomas or in the community who would like to attend. For more information, contact the church office at 210-494-3507 or speak with our clergy.
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Men's Traveling Lunch Bunch
Tuesday, November 6, at 11:30am
The MTLB meets on Tuesday, Dec 6 at: Bourbon Street, 2815 North Loop 1604 E. #106, at 11:30am for fellowship and lively conversation.
Contact John Keith for a ride to the lunch: 210-710-5009.
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Milk & Cookies with Santa
Saturday, December 10, from 8:30am to 11:30am
MILK & COOKIES WITH SANTA 5K & 1K RUN -
DEC. 10TH
Race will begin by the Pumpkin Patch
tee shirts & medals included
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Description:
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5K to benefit St. Thomas Episcopal Church and School
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Schedule:
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6:30am - Registration and packet pickup
7:30am - 5K
8:30am - 1K
9:00am - Santa Arrives
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Entry Fees:
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Early bird- $25 (Now-Nov 20th)
$30 (Nov 21-Dec 9th)
$35 (day of race)
Awards: 1st-3rd Male/Female in age groups: 12-under, 13-20, 21-30, 31-40, 41-50 & 51-over
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Contact:
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Youth Christmas Parties
High School Party is Sunday, December 11 from 6-8pm. Jr. High Party is Tuesday, December 13 from 6-8pm.
High School Christmas Party
& Ugly Sweater Contest:
Sunday, December 11
6-8pm at the Felter House
4707 Cobble Hill 78217
6-8:00 PM Bring a $10 gift
Jr. High Christmas Party: Tuesday, December 13
At the Llana's House.
25 Inwood Autumn 78248
6-8pm. Bring a $10 gift
Did you know we have a youth calendar online with our latest updates and events? Check it out at: www.tom1604.org/youth. For more info or RSVP, call or text Spencer at 210-255-0006 or [email protected]
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Christmas Memorial Service
Thursday, December 15, 11:30am in Parish Hall
On Thursday, December 15th, we will offer a special Christmas Memorial service at 7:00pm. This will be our twelfth year to offer this service. In this service of healing and Holy Communion we will remember those whom we have lost, and focus on the hope of resurrection that is bestowed on us through the birth, death, and resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ. We'll place an ornament of remembrance on the tree that will be displayed in Gosnell Hall through the Christmas season. We also invite parishioners to write a prayer or poem to place on the altar to be blessed.
This event is open to anyone at St. Thomas or in the community who would like to attend and be blessed by it. For more information, contact the church office at 210-494-3507 or speak with our clergy.
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Upper Crust Christmas Party & Gift Exchange
Thursday, December 15, 11:30am in Parish Hall
Yes, Christmas is coming!! ...and so is the Upper Crust Christmas
Luncheon and gift exchange.
Thursday, December 15th at
11:30 a.m. is the date and time.
Bring a gift (around $10 or so) for
"exchange" during a riotous/wild, or
whatever adjective you wish to use, gift
exchange.
Once again, we will have a wonderful
luncheon prepared by Kathy
Todt's elves. So please mark your
calendars and call the church office
(494-3507) by Monday, December
19th to make your reservation so we
know how many plates to prepare.
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Young Families Christmas Party
Saturday, December 17, at 5pm
St. Thomas Young Families
Christmas Party
Host: Jason and Angie Souder
Date: Saturday, December 17th
Time: 5:00 pm
Place: 12723 Terrace Hollow, San Antonio, TX 78259
What to Bring: Hosts will provide main dish, guests are asked to bring
sides, salads, appetizers or deserts.
RSVP: Please RSVP with your headcount and what you would are planning
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Festival of Lessons and Carols
Sunday, December 18
You are invited to a beautiful Festival of Lessons & Carols on Sunday, Dec 18!
During Lessons and Carols we hear the stories of God's acts of Salvation and join the choir in carols and anthems in response. Communion will not be offered at this service but are offered at the 8am and 9:15am services.
Stick around after the 10:30 service and help us decorate the church for Christmas!
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Happy Birthday
Jesus Party
Sunday, December 18, at 9:15 and 10:30
in the Christian Ed Room
Our wonderful children of St. Thomas will be celebrating Jesus' birth on Sunday, December 18, at 9:15am and 10:30am in the Christian Ed room!
Parents, don't be too surprised when they come into the sanctuary with blowers and blue icing on young, beaming faces!
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Christmas Services Schedule for 2016
We hope you will join us for all our special services throughout the month of November, celebrating the seasons of Advent and Christmas! Starting with our Parish Arts & Music Festival on December 4, then our Christmas Memorial on December 15. Christmas Eve at 5pm for our family service with traditional Christmas songs and our Holy Eucharist Rite II services at 8pm and 11pm. Our Christmas Day service will be a Holy Eucharist Rite II service at 10am.
Find the schedule on your bulletin this week or visit our website for
our full services schedule and find it in the December Clarion.
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Ministries & Classes on Holiday Break
Some of our ministries and studies will be taking a break over the holidays. If you are unsure whether your ministry or class is meeting next week, please check with your class leaders.
There will be no 20's & 30's Pub Theology or Youth Service in November or December.
There will be no Men's Meat Burning or Golf Group in the month of December.
Slow Walk will not be meeting the Wednesday mornings before Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years. Holiday schedules do vary, so please consult your class leaders for scheduling.
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Fridays Volunteer Receptionist Needed
A volunteer receptionist is needed for Friday mornings from 9:00am to 12:30, answering phones and assistance with church projects as requested. Training is provided.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Christina at: [email protected] or call the church office: 494-3507.
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Early Registration for Lifeline Health Screenings
Health Screenings will be on Wednesday, Dec 21 in Parish Hall. Early registration is available by calling 1-888-653-6450 or visiting: www.lifelinescreening.com
Life Line Screening, a leading provider of community-based preventive health screenings, is pleased to offer a preventive health event at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church on 12/21/2016. Five screenings will be offered that scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries which is a leading cause of stroke; abdominal aortic aneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta; hardening of the arteries in the legs which is a strong predictor of heart disease; atrial fibrillation or irregular heart beat which is closely tied to stroke risk; and a bone density screening, for men and women, used to assess the risk of osteoporosis.
Register for a Wellness Package which includes 4 vascular tests and osteoporosis screening from $149 ($139 with our member discount). All five screenings take 60-90 minutes to complete. In order to register for this event and to receive a $10 discount off any package priced above $129, please call 1-888-653-6441or visit us at:
www.lifelinescreening.com/community-partners.
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